Starting the engine and driving off – BMW M3 Convertible 2006 User Manual

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With the engine running, the gear
indicator in the SMG Drivelogic

display flashes to indicate that a driving
position is engaged with the driver's
door open or if the hood is not closed
properly, refer to page

If neither the pedals, the shift paddles,
nor the selector lever are actuated, then
the gearbox is automatically taken out
of gear after approx. four seconds. It
will then be necessary to move the
selector lever back to position N before
engaging the desired driving position.
Driving off is not possible with the hood
open.

Before exiting the vehicle with the
engine running, move the selector

lever into position N and apply the
parking brake.
Never leave the vehicle unattended
with the engine running. An unat-
tended vehicle with a running engine
represents a safety hazard.

Engine idle speed is controlled by the
engine computer system. Increased
speeds at start-up are normal and
should decrease as the engine warms
up. If engine speed does not decrease,
service is required.

To prevent the battery from discharg-
ing, always deactivate electrical
devices that are not in use. Switch the
ignition off when the vehicle is not
being driven.

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