Controls and features -> Everything under control: Odometer, Tachometer, Fuel, Clock for Your BMW Z8 Roadster First Generation (2000-2003)

62nOdometer  
Tachometer  
Fuel gauge  
1 Odometer  
Never allow engine speed to climb until When you switch on the ignition, the  
the needle enters the tachometer's red indicator lamp lights up briefly to  
With the ignition key in position 0, you  
can activate the displays shown in the  
illustration by pressing the button in the  
instrument cluster (arrow).  
sector.  
confirm that the system is operational.  
To protect the engine, the engine-  
management system automatically  
interrupts the fuel supply in this range,  
producing the sensation of a sudden  
loss of power.  
Once the indicator lamp comes on and  
stays on, there are approx. 2.5 gallons  
(10 liters) of fuel left in the fuel tank.  
2 Trip odometer  
For fuel tank capacity, refer to  
page 161.  
To reset the trip odometer to zero,  
press the button (arrow) with the igni-  
tion key in position 1 and up.  
Certain operating conditions (such  
as those encountered in mountainous  
areas) may cause the needle to fluc-  
tuate slightly.  
Please refuel early, since driving  
to the last drop of fuel can result  
in damage to the engine or catalytic  
converter.<  
Coolant temperature gauge  
Service Interval Display 63n  
Between the blue and red zones  
Normal operating range. It is not  
unusual for the needle to rise as far as  
the edge of the red zone in response  
to high outside temperatures or severe  
operating conditions.  
For checking coolant level, refer to  
page 113.  
Blue  
Remaining distance before  
service  
The engine is still cold. Drive at  
moderate engine and vehicle speeds.  
The displays shown in the illustration  
appear for a few seconds when the  
ignition key is in position 1 or after the  
engine is started.  
Red  
When you switch on the ignition, the  
warning lamp comes on briefly to  
confirm that the system is operational.  
The remaining distance in miles and the  
next scheduled service will appear  
together with the display OILSERVICE  
or INSPECTION.  
If the lamp comes on in the course of  
normal vehicle operation, the engine  
has overheated. Turn it off immediately  
and let it cool down.  
The computer bases its calculations for  
the remaining distance on the previous  
driving style.  
A flashing display and a "" in front of  
the number indicate that service is past  
due by the number of miles displayed.  
Please contact your BMW center for an  
appointment.  
64nClock  
Multi-Information Radio (MIR)  
The Multi-Information Radio allows you  
to operate the navigation system and  
various cellular phone functions as well  
as your in-car sound system.  
Please refer to the supplementary  
Owner's Manual provided with your  
sound system for detailed information  
on adjusting and operating the Multi-  
Information Radio.  
Outside temperature  
You can have the outside temperature  
shown on the Multi-Information Radio  
display. Refer to the supplementary  
Owner's Manual.  
To set the clock  
From ignition key position 0 on:  
To set ahead: turn the button to the  
right.  
To set back: turn the button to the left.  
Hold the button turned continuously to  
move the hands faster.