M3/M4 User Manuals Now Available on iTunes App Store for iphone and ipad

[M4ever]

Loin u get them now?

[Sir Loin]

OK, I got the picture files, and I was able to save each section into self-containing single files. So the manual now should be readable with any browser. The Zip file that contains all of them is about 7.5MB. you can download the file here.

[Sir Loin]

From the Owner's Manual:

General information
Moving parts need to be broken in to adjust to each other.

The following instructions will help achieve a long vehicle life and good economy.

During break-in, do not use the Launch Control.

Engine and differential
Always obey the official speed limit.

Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km
Drive at varying engine and road speeds, but do not exceed 5,500 rpm and 106 mph/170 km/h .

Avoid full load or kickdown on the accelerator pedal under all circumstances.

At 1,200 miles/2,000 km
Have drive-in checkup maintenance performed.

From 1,200 miles/2,000 km to 3,100 miles/5,000 km
The engine and road speed can gradually be increased to a constant speed of 137 mph/220 km/h .

Use the maximum speed of 155 mph/250 km/h only briefly, e.g., when passing.

Tires
Due to technical factors associated with their manufacture, tires do not achieve their full traction potential until after an initial breaking-in period.

Drive conservatively for the first 200 miles/300 km .

Brake system
M carbon ceramic brakes require an initial break-in period of approx. 600 miles/1,000 km to achieve optimized contact and wear patterns between brake discs and brake pads. Drive moderately during this break-in period.

Following part replacement
The same breaking in procedures should be observed if any of the components mentioned above have to be renewed in the course of the vehicle's operating life.

General driving notes
Bookmark set.
Closing the trunk lid

Driving with the trunk lid closed


Only drive with the tailgate closed; otherwise, in the event of an accident or braking and evasive maneuvers, passengers and other road users may be injured, and the vehicle may be damaged. In addition, exhaust fumes may enter the passenger compartment.

If driving with the tailgate open cannot be avoided:

Close all windows and the glass sunroof.

Greatly increase the blower speed.

Drive moderately.

Hot exhaust system

Hot exhaust system


High temperatures are generated in the exhaust system.

Do not remove the heat shields installed and never apply undercoating to them. Make sure that flammable materials, e. g. hay, leaves, grass, etc. do not come in contact with the hot exhaust system during driving, while in idle position mode, or when parked. Such contact could lead to a fire, and with it the risk of serious personal injury as well as property damage.

Do not touch hot exhaust pipes; otherwise, there is the danger of getting burned.

Mobile communication devices in the vehicle

Mobile communication devices in the vehicle


It is advised that you do not use mobile communication devices, e.g., mobile phones, inside the vehicle without connecting them directly to the external antenna. Otherwise, the vehicle electronics and mobile communication devices can interfere with each other. In addition, there is no assurance that the radiation generated during transmission will be discharged from the vehicle interior.

Hydroplaning
On wet or slushy roads, a wedge of water can form between the tires and road surface.

This phenomenon is referred to as hydroplaning. It is characterized by a partial or complete loss of contact between the tires and the road surface, ultimately undermining your ability to steer and brake the vehicle.


Hydroplaning


When driving on wet or slushy roads, reduce your speed to prevent hydroplaning.

Driving through water

Adhere to water depth and speed limitations


Do not exceed this water depth and walking speed; otherwise, the vehicle's engine, the electrical systems and the transmission may be damaged.

Drive through calm water only and only if it is not deeper than. 9.8 inches/25 cm and at this height, no faster than walking speed, up to 6 mph/10 km/h .

Braking safely
Your vehicle is equipped with ABS as a standard feature.

Applying the brakes fully is the most effective way of braking in situations when this is necessary.

The vehicle maintains steering responsiveness. You can still avoid any obstacles with a minimum of steering effort.

The pulsing of the brake pedal indicates that ABS is in its active mode.

In certain braking situations, the perforated brake discs can cause functional problems. However, this has no effect on the performance and operational reliability of the brake.

Objects within the range of movement of the pedals

No objects in the area around the pedals


Keep floor mats, carpets, and any other objects out of the area of motion of the pedals; otherwise, the function of the pedals could be impeded while driving and create the risk of an accident.

Do not place additional floor mats over existing mats or other objects.

Only use floor mats that have been approved for the vehicle and can be properly fixed in place.

Ensure that the floor mats are securely fastened again after they were removed for cleaning, for example.

Driving in wet conditions
When roads are wet coated with road salt or there is heavy rain, briefly exert gentle pressure on the brake pedal every few miles.

Ensure that this action does not endanger other road users.

The heat generated in this process helps dry the brake discs and pads.

In this way braking efficiency will be available when you need it.

Hills
Drive long or steep downhill gradients in the gear in which the least braking is required. Otherwise, the brake system may overheat, resulting in a reduction in the brake system efficiency.

You can increase the engine's braking effect by shifting down in sequential mode.


Avoid load on the brakes


Avoid placing excessive load on the brake system. Light but consistent brake pressure can lead to high temperatures, brake wear and possibly even brake failure.


Do not drive in neutral


Do not drive in neutral or with the engine stopped, as doing so disables engine braking. In addition, steering and brake assist are unavailable with the engine stopped.

Brake disc corrosion
The corrosion on the brake discs and the contamination on the brake pads are furthered by:

Low mileage.

Extended periods when the vehicle is not used at all.

Infrequent use of the brakes.

Corrosion occurs when the minimum pressure that must be exerted by the pads during brake applications to clean the discs is not reached.

Should corrosion form on the brake discs, the brakes will tend to respond with a pulsating effect that generally cannot be corrected.

Condensation under the parked vehicle
When using the automatic climate control, condensation water develops that exits underneath the vehicle.

Traces of water under the vehicle like this are normal.

Ground clearance

Limited ground clearance


Observe the limited ground clearance of the vehicle, e. g. while entering underground parking garages or when driving over obstacles. Otherwise, damages to the vehicle may result.

To drive down from curbs with the Adaptive M chassis select the following program to keep the ground clearance as even as possible: "Sport Plus"

[Lups]

Well the hubby will be happy, he loves manual and their translations.

Thank you both for saving my Saturday night (yes, working out the laundy machine was the other option, and that just is not for me.)!

[Thurman Murch]

It says under references for technical data to see the printed manual available inside the car

[Lups]

Originally Posted by Thurman Murch

It says under references for technical data to see the printed manual available inside the car

That means that we are screwed till someone goes trough the trouble of copying it. I forgot a word again, sorry. Scan! that's it!

[Crisis]

Cant find the smokey burnout Assistent!

[mkoesel]

Thanks for figuring this out and posting the instructions. It is nice to be able to browse the manual.

Originally Posted by Crisis

Cant find the smokey burnout Assistent!

Hoax? Seems like it.

[Suave]

2015 M3 VIN NUMBER FROM PHILLY AUTO SHOW (only need last 7 in bold)

WB53C9C5IF- J276019

I thought I would save most everyone some time finding a vin number. I just downloaded the Iphone App on my phone and entered the Vin number with success! I will be enjoying some lunch time reading checking this out.

[cipri]

Its not a hoax, it works perfect for me. I put the VIN from the M3 at the Detroit Auto Show

[Suave]

Interesting manual excerpt for Launch Control. Seems simple enough..

[Suave]

Originally Posted by cipri

Its not a hoax, it works perfect for me. I put the VIN from the M3 at the Detroit Auto Show

I believe the reference was to smokey burnout feature not found on manual. I could not locate either through search but perhaps called something else?

[V-Viper]

"Use the maximum speed of 155 mph/250 km/h only briefly, e.g., when passing."

Hey police, .

[neverbeentoofast]

Originally Posted by V-Viper

"Use the maximum speed of 155 mph/250 km/h only briefly, e.g., when passing."

Hey police, .

hehe, yep - thats how we do it here

[Sir Loin]

Hehe, this thread is now on bimmerpost.com front page!

[IMrMark]

Originally Posted by V-Viper

"Use the maximum speed of 155 mph/250 km/h only briefly, e.g., when passing."

Hey police, .

hahaha I love this exact bit. put it on some of my social media when it got posted, a bunch of friends were going "when exactly would you pass at that speed" and "what company would say that"

haven't mentioned my european trip yet...

[x6Hawkeye]

Good find!

[GBPackerfan1963]

Did anyone besides me notice that the vehicles have EDR (Event Data Recorders) on board? They state in the manual that they are used to statistical purposes only. Yea right! Big Brother at it again.

[Lups]

Originally Posted by GBPackerfan1963

Did anyone besides me notice that the vehicles have EDR (Event Data Recorders) on board? They state in the manual that they are used to statistical purposes only. Yea right! Big Brother at it again.

That sounds great! No one would ever dream of misusing information, right?

[BlackCobra08]

Originally Posted by GBPackerfan1963

Did anyone besides me notice that the vehicles have EDR (Event Data Recorders) on board? They state in the manual that they are used to statistical purposes only. Yea right! Big Brother at it again.

Pretty much all new vehicles have this now, and 2015+ models must have it equipped by law in the US. It's mostly for the insurance companies.

[Never Convicted]

Originally Posted by GBPackerfan1963

Did anyone besides me notice that the vehicles have EDR (Event Data Recorders) on board? They state in the manual that they are used to statistical purposes only. Yea right! Big Brother at it again.

That's comforting. If I drive it into the Indian Ocean, they'll be able to find me.

[angelc5]

Thank You

Originally Posted by Suave

2015 M3 VIN NUMBER FROM PHILLY AUTO SHOW (only need last 7 in bold)

WB53C9C5IF- J276019

I thought I would save most everyone some time finding a vin number. I just downloaded the Iphone App on my phone and entered the Vin number with success! I will be enjoying some lunch time reading checking this out.