2010 BMW M3 Owner's Manual - Page 57

Radio readiness and ignition off All indicator and warning lamps as well as displays in the instrument cluster go out. The starter operates automatically for a certain time, and stops automatically as soon as the engine has started. Automatic transmission Starting the engine Do not run the engine in enclosed areas; otherwise, the inhalation of toxic exhaust gases can cause loss of consciousness and death. The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and colorless, but highly toxic gas. Never leave an unattended vehicle with the engine running; otherwise, such a vehicle represents a potential safety hazard. Before leaving the car with the engine running, place the transmission in neutral or move the selector lever to position P and forcefully apply the parking brake to prevent the car from moving.< Avoid frequent starting in quick succession as well as repeated start attempts in which the engine does not start. Otherwise, the fuel is not burned or incompletely burned and there is a danger of overheating and damaging the catalytic converter.< Do not wait for the engine to warm up while the vehicle remains stationary. Start driving right away, but at moderate engine speeds. 1. Depress the brake. 2. Move the selector lever to position P. 3. Press the start/stop button. The starter operates automatically for a certain time, and stops automatically as soon as the engine has started. Diesel engine When the engine is cold and temperatures are below approx. 32 7/06, the starting process may take a little more time due to automatic preheating. The preheating indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on; at the same time a message appears on the Control Display. Always take the remote control with you when you leave the vehicle. When parking, apply the parking brake forcefully; otherwise, the vehicle could begin to roll.< Manual transmission 1. With the car at a standstill, press the start/ stop button. 2. Shift into first gear or reverse. 3. Forcefully apply the parking brake. 4. Removing the remote control from the ignition lock, refer to page 54. Manual transmission Remote control in the ignition lock or, with Comfort Access, inside the vehicle, refer to page 34. 1. Depress the brake. 2. Depress the clutch and shift to neutral position. 3. Press the start/stop button. 1. With the car at a standstill, move the selector lever to position P. 2. Press the start/stop button. 3. Forcefully apply the parking brake. 55 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 603 066 - © 08/09 BMW AG Reference Mobility Automatic transmission Communications Entertainment Switching off the engine Navigation Driving tips Controls Remote control in the ignition lock or, with Comfort Access, inside the vehicle, refer to page 34. At a glance