6MT shift lights?

[ES_TRADER]

Does it have it? I took it to redline several modes and didn't see it. Didn't see it in the hud either. I thought the mview top empty bars would have it at least

[Lups]

Originally Posted by ES_TRADER

Does it have it? I took it to redline several modes and didn't see it. Didn't see it in the hud either. I thought the mview top empty bars would have it at least

Dude. I've been reading this forum for a year now, and I keep picturing a Christmas tree lights every time this is mentioned.

There is an icon under the rev counter in the dials, the hood settings in mine on M1 shows me nav there, on two shows me the revs.

so, don't go to red badly, it isn't a nice feeling when the engine cuts you off for being an idiot. I know this because I fucked up twice.

[ES_TRADER]

What? Still confused. I'm used to the dct setup on the e92 where it's so obvious it just flashes yellow then red

Are u talking about the numbers that tell u what to shift to?

Maybe I'm blind but I saw nothing at all even when I bounced off the limiter

[Vectors2final]

Found this and thought you might find it interesting.

[Mortis]

I also don't see the shift lights. I have the 6MT without executive package. Is there a setting for this somewhere?

[shortseller]

I thought I read somewhere, if you turn off sport HUD(takes the rpm gauge off the the windshield), it activates the Christmas tree affect on the dash. Never confirmed this as I run sport HUD on all the time but give it a try and report back.

[F82speed]

Yep, it's definitely there with Sport HUD off, I can't remember with it on. I'll check when I leave this morning.

[Lups]

Originally Posted by shortseller

I thought I read somewhere, if you turn off sport HUD(takes the rpm gauge off the the windshield), it activates the Christmas tree affect on the dash. Never confirmed this as I run sport HUD on all the time but give it a try and report back.

I'm getting more and more confused with this one. Not only I can't understand why that would be needed, but aren't we supposed to learn by hearing /seat feel the optimal shift time?

I'm testing your theory on the way to the dog park. I will share if the jack Russell hates this more.

After six months apparently I still have no idea what I bought. Good job me!

[ES_TRADER]

Originally Posted by Vectors2final

Found this and thought you might find it interesting.

Yes that's what I am looking for

[X2Board]

I hope that's available without the Exec package. I know with the E90, my DCT car had it, but the manual did not.

[SakhirM4]

Originally Posted by X2Board

I hope that's available without the Exec package. I know with the E90, my DCT car had it, but the manual did not.

My 6MT M4 does that and I don't have the Exec package.

[Falafel Combo]

Originally Posted by SakhirM4

My 6MT M4 does that and I don't have the Exec package.

Wash getting a bit worried myself. Not that it's a big deal, but ofcourse it is better than not having them. Thanks for the affirmation!

[X2Board]

Originally Posted by SakhirM4

My 6MT M4 does that and I don't have the Exec package.

Thank you for confirming!

[Damasconian]

If I followed the shift lights, Id be in 6th gear by 40 mph. I think my model is either incorrect with its advice or BMW really REALLY wants to keep the revs at a minimum. Most days, it recommends I go to 6th from 3rd. So weird.

[X2Board]

Originally Posted by Damasconian

If I followed the shift lights, Id be in 6th gear by 40 mph. I think my model is either incorrect with its advice or BMW really REALLY wants to keep the revs at a minimum. Most days, it recommends I go to 6th from 3rd. So weird.

I think you're confusing the shift lights with the recommended gear indicator.

[Damasconian]

Originally Posted by X2Board

I think you're confusing the shift lights with the recommended gear indicator.

Oh. You are probably correct. But now I'm confused. Ill re-read the whole thread to know what the heck I'm talking about!

[X2Board]

Look at post #4

[Noisygriff]

Originally Posted by Vectors2final

Found this and thought you might find it interesting.

Those shifts sound more like DCT than MT.

[Lups]

Originally Posted by Damasconian

Oh. You are probably correct. But now I'm confused. Ill re-read the whole thread to know what the heck I'm talking about!

Its okay dama, you're not alone in this. I have no idea what those are even after six months of having the car.

I keep picturing Las Vegas and Elvis on a Christmas eve. Every other answer would be too subtle.

[w00tw00t]

Yes the yellow and red leds flash as you near rpm limit. I have confirmed this.

[ckortane]

Correct - is M HUD is activated - you will NOT see the christmas lights.

When i start the car - its auto goes to throttle at efficient and regular HUD

Christmas lights are active.

If i go to M1 and the m hud comes on (and throttle goes to sport) christmas lights do not work. not 100% sure if you have to leave throttle in efficient - but 100% if the M HUD is active - you will NOT get the christmas lights.

[brianeck]

Originally Posted by ckortane

Correct - is M HUD is activated - you will NOT see the christmas lights.

When i start the car - its auto goes to throttle at efficient and regular HUD

Christmas lights are active.

If i go to M1 and the m hud comes on (and throttle goes to sport) christmas lights do not work. not 100% sure if you have to leave throttle in efficient - but 100% if the M HUD is active - you will NOT get the christmas lights.

This is half true. The "Christmas lights" are actually moved into the M HUD. The little rectangles up over the RPMs fill up with grey in increments just like the yellow lights on the actual tachometer do as you approach the redline. They are considerably more difficult to see, being light grey, but the effect is still there. I have a 6mt and can't speak for the DCT guys, but in my car there is a shift indicator with the M HUD as well.