BMW 2 Series Owner's Handbook Manual page 337

appropriate severity. Pressing the SOS button
does not affect the automatic emergency call.
Manual triggering
1. Tap the cover flap.
2. Press and hold the SOS button until the
LED in the button area is illuminated green.
▷ The LED is illuminated green when the
emergency call has been activated.
If a cancellation request is shown on the
control display, the emergency call can be
cancelled.
If the situation permits, wait in the vehicle
until voice contact has been established.
▷ The LED flashes green when the connec-
tion to the emergency call has been estab-
lished.
When an emergency call is made through
BMW, data such as the vehicle's current
position, if this can be determined, is sent
to the emergency call centre in order to de-
cide what rescue measures are required.
If questions asked by the emergency call
centre remain unanswered, rescue meas-
ures are implemented automatically.
Even if the vehicle occupants can no longer
hear the emergency call centre through the
loudspeakers, the emergency call centre
can still hear the vehicle occupants speak.
The emergency call centre ends the emer-
gency call.
Malfunction
The emergency call function may be impaired.
The LED in the area of the SOS button flashes
for approximately 30 seconds. A Check Control
message is shown.
Have checks performed by a Service Partner of
the manufacturer or another qualified Service
Partner or a specialist workshop.
Help in case of a breakdown
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Fire extinguisher
Principle
The fire extinguisher can be used to put out
vehicle fires.
General
Depending on the equipment and the national-
market version, the vehicle may have a fire ex-
tinguisher.
Safety information
WARNING
Incorrect use of the fire extinguisher can
cause injury. There is a danger of injury. Ob-
serve the information below when using the
fire extinguisher:
▷ Do not inhale the extinguishing agent.
If the extinguishing agent has been in-
haled, move the affected person into
fresh air. If the casualty experiences
breathing difficulties, contact a doctor
immediately.
▷ Do not allow the extinguishing agent
to come into contact with the skin. Pro-
longed contact with the extinguishing
agent can cause the skin to dry out.
▷ Do not allow the extinguishing agent to
come into contact with the eyes. In the
event of contact with the eyes, rinse
them immediately with plenty of water.
In case of prolonged discomfort, contact
a doctor.
WARNING
Objects in the driver's footwell can restrict the
pedal travel or block a pedal that has been
pressed. There is a risk of accident. Ensure
that items in the vehicle are stowed securely
and cannot get into the driver's footwell.
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