Manual transmission

When shifting into 5th or 6th gear, press the
gearshift lever to the right. Otherwise, the engine could be damaged if you inadvertently
shift into 3rd or 4th gear.
Select this only when the vehicle is stationary. When the gearshift lever is pressed to the left, a slight resistance has to be overcome.
See also:
Selecting the display
1.
Press the button.
2. "Split screen"
3. Move the controller until the split screen is
selected.
4. Press the controller or select "Split screen
content".
5. Select t ...
Entering letters and numbers
1. Turn the controller: select letters or numbers.
2. Select additional letters or numbers ifneeded.
3. "OK": confirm the entry.
Symbol
Function
Press the controlle ...
Safety
Both the coupe and convertible have front airbags plus side-impact airbags
built into the front seats. As required of all 2012 models sold in the U.S., the
640i has standard antilock brakes and an ...
