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LINK: CONTENT & A-Z The Ultimate Driving Machine® OWNER'S MANUAL. THE BMW M2 COMPETITION. Online Edition for Part no. 01402720665 - II/19...
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The more familiar you are with your vehicle, the better control you will have on the road. We therefore strongly suggest: Read this Owner's Manual before starting off in your new BMW M2. Also use the Integrated Owner's Manual in your vehicle. It contains important informa‐...
TABLE OF CONTENTS Navigation, Entertainment and Communication can be called up via the Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle. NOTES Information ......................... QUICK REFERENCE Entering ..........................Set-up and use ....................... On the road ........................AT A GLANCE Cockpit ..........................iDrive ..........................Voice activation system ....................
Internet "..." Texts in vehicle used to select individual functions. Vehicle information and general information on BMW, for instance. on technology, are available on the Internet: www.bmwusa.com. Online Edition for Part no. 01402720665 - II/19...
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Information NOTES When using these functions and systems, the Symbol Meaning applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐ ›...‹ Verbal instructions to use with the served. voice activation system. For any options and equipment not described in this Owner's Manual, refer to the Supplementary ››...‹‹...
BMW parts and accessories have been tested by operating conditions and registration require‐ BMW for their safety and suitability in BMW vehi‐ ments. If your vehicle does not comply with the cles.
Such damage is not covered by Service and warranty the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty. We recommend that you read this publication thoroughly. Your vehicle is covered by the follow‐...
Information NOTES Personal reference nize and correct malfunctions, and helps the ve‐ hicle manufacturer to optimize vehicle functions. Each vehicle is marked with a unique vehicle The majority of this data is volatile and is only identification number. Depending on the country, processed within the vehicle itself.
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Information NOTES ▷ Settings for the seat and steering wheel posi‐ How the data will be processed further is deter‐ tions. mined by the provider of the particular app being used. The extent of the possible settings de‐ ▷ Suspension and climate control settings. pends on the respective app and the operating If necessary, data can be transferred to the en‐...
Information NOTES conditions and terms of use. The vehicle manu‐ facturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, facturer has no influence on the content ex‐ that have the special equipment, can read the in‐ changed during this process. Information on the formation if they have access to the vehicle or way in which personal data is collected and used the EDR.
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Na‐ tional Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA, in addition to notifying BMW of North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone 1-800-831-1117.
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QUICK REFERENCE Entering ....................... 18 Set-up and use ................... 22 On the road ....................27 Online Edition for Part no. 01402720665 - II/19...
Entering QUICK REFERENCE Entering Opening and closing Button for central locking system Overview Buttons on the remote control Button for the central locking system. 1 Unlocking 2 Locking Unlocking and locking 3 Unlocking the trunk lid Pressing the central locking system button locks 4 Panic mode or unlocks the vehicle with the doors closed.
Entering QUICK REFERENCE Unlocking the vehicle ▷ Press the button on the remote con‐ trol for approx. 1 second. Depending on the setting, the doors may also be unlocked. Displays and control elements In the vicinity of the steering Grasp the door handle on the driver's or front wheel passenger door completely.
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Entering QUICK REFERENCE Driver's door Controller General information The buttons can be used to open the menus di‐ rectly. The Controller can be used to select menu items and enter the settings. Buttons on the Controller Button Function Press once: calls up the main menu. 1 Power windows Press twice: displays all menu items 2 Exterior mirrors...
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Entering QUICK REFERENCE The symbol on the Control Display indi‐ cates that the voice activation system is active. If no other commands are possible, operate the function via iDrive. Terminating the voice activation system Press the button on the steering wheel or ›Cancel‹.
Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Set-up and use Seats, mirrors, and steering Adjusting the head restraint wheel Height Manually adjustable seats ▷ To raise: push the head restraint up. ▷ To lower: press button, arrow 1, and push 1 Forward/backward head restraint down.
Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Adjusting the steering wheel Entering the rear Manual steering wheel adjustment Manual forward/back adjustment Pull lever up to the stop. Fold the lever down. Move the steering wheel to the preferred Fold backrest forward. height and angle to suit your seating position. Push the seat forward.
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Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Electric forward/back adjustment: Navigation destination entry original position Entering a destination via address Moving the seat to its original position: ▷ Press and hold this button until the State/province seat has returned to its original po‐ "Navigation"...
Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Dialing a number "Mobile devices" "Connect new device" "Communication" Select the functions for which the mobile "Dial number" phone is to be used. Enter the numbers. The vehicle's Bluetooth name is displayed on Select the symbol. The connection is es‐ the Control Display.
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Set-up and use QUICK REFERENCE Select CarPlay as the function: "Apple CarPlay" The iPhone is connected to the vehicle and dis‐ played in the device list. Online Edition for Part no. 01402720665 - II/19...
On the road QUICK REFERENCE On the road Driving Manual transmission: switching off With the vehicle at a standstill, press the Start/Stop button. Starting and stopping the engine Shift into first gear or reverse. Set the parking brake. Ignition on/off ▷...
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On the road QUICK REFERENCE Manual transmission S is Sequential mode Use the shift paddles or the selector lever to up‐ Shifting shift or downshift without letting off the gas. When shifting to a lower gear, excessive speeds R is reverse can damage the engine.
On the road QUICK REFERENCE Turn signal Lights and lighting Light functions Symbol Function Automatic headlight control. Adaptive light functions. Lights off. Daytime running lights. ▷ On: press the lever past the resistance point. Parking lights. ▷ Off: press the lever past the resistance point in the opposite direction.
On the road QUICK REFERENCE Brief wipe and switching off Set interval or sensitivity of the rain sensor Press the lever down. Turn the thumbwheel on the wiper lever. ▷ Switching off: press the lever down until it reaches its standard position. Cleaning the windshield and headlights ▷...
On the road QUICK REFERENCE Button Function Button Function Recirculated-air mode Rear window defroster. Air flow, manual. Seat heating. Air distribution, manual. Refueling Refueling Rear window defroster. Fuel cap Press the rear edge of the fuel filler flap to Seat heating. open it.
On the road QUICK REFERENCE Wheels and tires Different messages appear on the display de‐ pending on the engine oil level. Pay attention to these messages. Tire inflation pressure specifications Adding engine oil General information Switch off the ignition and safely park the vehicle before engine oil is added.
The BMW Assist Concierge service offers infor‐ mation on events, gas stations or hotels, and provides phone numbers and addresses. Many hotels can be booked directly by the BMW Con‐ cierge service. The Concierge service is part of the optional BMW Assist Response Center.
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AT A GLANCE Cockpit ......................36 iDrive ......................40 Voice activation system ................49 General settings ..................52 Owner's Manual media ................64 Online Edition for Part no. 01402720665 - II/19...
Cockpit AT A GLANCE Cockpit Vehicle features and available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the selected options or country versions. This also options applies to safety-related functions and systems. When using these functions and systems, the This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐...
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Cockpit AT A GLANCE Automatic headlight control 134 Cruise control: to resume the speed Adaptive light functions 135 High-beam Assistant 135 Cruise control rocker switch Instrument lighting 136 8 Instrument cluster 119 9 Steering wheel buttons, right 5 Steering column stalk, left Entertainment source, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, Entertain‐...
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Cockpit AT A GLANCE In the vicinity of the center console 1 Control Display 40 PDC Park Distance Control 165 2 Glove compartment 191 Rearview camera 168 Ventilation 178 DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ Hazard warning system 246 trol 159 Engine Dynamics 118 Central locking system 73 Servotronic 161 5 Radio/CD/multimedia, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, Entertainment and Communi‐...
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Cockpit AT A GLANCE All about the roofliner Emergency Request, SOS 247 Reading lights 136 Glass sunroof 83 Interior lights 136 Indicator light, front-seat passenger airbag 141 Online Edition for Part no. 01402720665 - II/19...
iDrive AT A GLANCE iDrive Vehicle features and Input and display options Letters and numbers This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Depending on the menu, you can switch be‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. tween entering upper and lower case letters, It also describes features that are not necessarily numbers and characters.
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iDrive AT A GLANCE Status information Symbol Meaning Bluetooth audio. General information USB audio interface. The status field can be found in the upper area of the Control Display. Status information is dis‐ Online Entertainment. played in the form of symbols. WiFi.
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iDrive AT A GLANCE Selecting the display In the case of very high temperatures on the Control Display, for instance due to intense solar The display can be selected in menus which radiation, the brightness may be reduced down support the split screen function. to complete deactivation.
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iDrive AT A GLANCE Operation Button Function ▷ Turn to switch between menu items, for ex‐ Opens the Media/Radio menu. ample. Opens destination input menu for navigation. Opens navigation map. Press once: opens the previous dis‐ play. Press and hold: open the menus used last.
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iDrive AT A GLANCE Operating via the Controller Opening the main menu Press the button. ▷ Tilt in two directions to switch between dis‐ plays, for example. The main menu is displayed. All iDrive functions can be called up via the main menu.
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iDrive AT A GLANCE Press the Controller. "Control display" "Brightness" Changing between displays Turn the Controller until the desired setting is After a menu item is selected, for instance displayed. "iDrive settings", a new display appears. Press the Controller. ▷ Move the Controller to the left.
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iDrive AT A GLANCE Opening the main menu The new display opens. Tap on the symbol. Changing settings Settings such as brightness can be changed via the touchscreen. Via iDrive: "My Vehicle" "iDrive settings" "Displays" "Control display" The main menu is displayed. "Brightness"...
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iDrive AT A GLANCE Touchpad Entering special characters Input Operation General information Delete a charac‐ Swipe to the left on the Some iDrive functions can be operated using the ter. touchpad. touchpad on the Controller. Enter a blank Swipe to the right in the Selecting functions space.
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iDrive AT A GLANCE Executing a function Press the button. The function will work immediately. This means, for instance that the number is dialed when a phone number is selected. Displaying the key assignment Touch buttons with finger. Do not wear gloves or use objects.
Voice activation system AT A GLANCE Voice activation system Vehicle features and Requirements options Via the Control Display, set a language that is also supported by the voice activation system so This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ that the spoken commands can be identified. cific and optional features offered with the series.
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Voice activation system AT A GLANCE Help on the voice activation Activate voice command response on the smart‐ phone for this purpose. system ▷ To have information on the operating princi‐ Press and hold the button on the ple of the voice activation system read out steering wheel for approx.
Voice activation system AT A GLANCE Adjusting the volume Activating voice recognition via the server Turn the volume button during the spoken in‐ The voice recognition feature via the server pro‐ structions until the desired volume is set. vides a dictation function and a natural method of entering destinations while improving the quality ▷...
General settings AT A GLANCE General settings Vehicle features and "Date and time" "Time zone:" options Select the desired setting. The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ rently used. cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarily Setting the time available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the...
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Concept "iDrive settings" "Date and time" If vehicle tracking has been activated, the current vehicle position can be displayed in the BMW "Date:" Connected app or in the ConnectedDrive cus‐ Turn the Controller until the desired day is tomer portal.
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Communication messages, for example e- "My Vehicle" mails, SMS text messages or reminders. "iDrive settings" ▷ Messages from, e.g., the Concierge service "Displays" or the BMW Connected app. "Control display" ▷ Check Control messages. "Brightness" ▷ Service requirements messages. Turn the Controller until the desired bright‐...
Altogether, the deletion of the data can take up The vehicle offers different functions, whose use to 15 minutes. requires a data transfer to BMW or a service pro‐ vider. The data transfer can be deactivated for Functional requirement some functions.
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General settings AT A GLANCE "OK" Function Connec‐ Exit and lock the vehicle. tion type The deletion process takes 15 minutes to com‐ USB storage device: USB. plete. Exporting and importing driver If not all data was deleted, repeat the deletion. profiles.
General settings AT A GLANCE Compatible devices Switching on Bluetooth Via iDrive: General information "My Vehicle" Information on mobile devices compatible with "iDrive settings" the vehicle can be found at www.bmwusa.com/ "Mobile devices" bluetooth. "Settings" Malfunctions may occur with devices not listed or deviating software versions.
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General settings AT A GLANCE "Mobile devices" In the vehicle, delete Bluetooth connections with other devices. "Connect new device" Delete all known Bluetooth connections from Select the functions for which the device will the device list on the mobile phone and start be used: a new device search.
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General settings AT A GLANCE Configure the mobile phone and connect it ▷ Playing music files via USB audio. with the telephone or additional phone func‐ ▷ Playing videos via USB video. tion. ▷ Loading of software updates, refer to How can the phone connection quality be im‐...
General settings AT A GLANCE Connecting the device Hotspot name and hotspot code are dis‐ played on the Control Display. Connect the USB storage device using a suitable Search for WiFi networks on the device. Se‐ adapter cable to a USB interface, refer to lect network name on the device.
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General settings AT A GLANCE Functional requirements The iPhone has already been paired with Apple CarPlay. When a new connection is established, ▷ Compatible iPhone, refer to page 57. CarPlay can no longer be selected. iPhone 5 or later with iOS 7.1 or later. ▷...
The vehicle is kept up- Via iDrive: to-date via regular vehicle software updates. "My Vehicle" Updates and related current information is availa‐ "iDrive settings" ble at www.bmw.com/update. "Mobile devices" Online Edition for Part no. 01402720665 - II/19...
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General settings AT A GLANCE Displaying the version of the Via iDrive: installed software "My Vehicle" The software version installed in the vehicle is "iDrive settings" displayed. "Software update" Via iDrive: "Restore software" "My Vehicle" 5. ▷ "Previous version" "iDrive settings" The previous software version is restored.
Owner's Manual media AT A GLANCE Owner's Manual media Vehicle features and Integrated Owner's Manual options in the vehicle This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Concept cific and optional features offered with the series. The Integrated Owner's Manual specifically de‐ It also describes features that are not necessarily scribes features and functions found in the vehi‐...
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Owner's Manual media AT A GLANCE Opening when a Check Control Press the desired programmable message is displayed memory button and hold for more than 2 sec‐ Directly from the Check Control message on the onds. Control Display: "Owner's Manual" Executing Press the corresponding button.
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Opening and closing CONTROLS Opening and closing Vehicle features and Safety information options Warning This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ People or animals in the vehicle can lock the cific and optional features offered with the series. doors from the inside and lock themselves in. In It also describes features that are not necessarily this case, the vehicle cannot be opened from available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the...
Opening and closing CONTROLS Overview ▷ The alarm system, refer to page 80, is switched off. The light functions may depend on the ambient brightness. Convenient opening Press and hold the button on the re‐ mote control after unlocking. Pressing and holding the button on the remote control opens the windows and the glass sun‐...
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Opening and closing CONTROLS Trunk lid To switch off the alarm: press any button. Replacing the battery General information Remove the integrated key from the remote To avoid locking it in the vehicle, do not place the control, refer to page 72. remote control in the cargo area.
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▷ The options provided by the Remote Serv‐ Do not transport the remote control together ices of the BMW Connected app include the with electronic devices. ability to lock and unlock a vehicle. ▷...
Opening and closing CONTROLS Integrated key Removing General information The driver's door can be locked and unlocked without the remote control using the integrated key. The integrated key can also be used for the glove compartment on the front passenger side. Safety information Press the button, arrow 1, and pull out the integrated key, arrow 2.
Opening and closing CONTROLS Button for central locking Comfort Access system Concept General information The vehicle can be accessed without activating the remote control. In the event of a severe accident, the vehicle is All you need to do is to have the remote control automatically unlocked.
Opening and closing CONTROLS Locking This corresponds with pressing and holding the button on the remote control. In addition to locking, the windows and the glass sunroof close. The exterior mirrors fold in, de‐ pending on the model. Opening the trunk lid General information If you open the trunk lid via Comfort Access, Touch the surface on the door handle of the driv‐...
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Opening and closing CONTROLS This corresponds with pressing the button The trunk lid can only be opened if it is not on the remote control. locked. Separately lock the trunk lid, refer to page 76. The trunk lid is unlocked and can be swung up‐ ward.
Opening and closing CONTROLS Trunk emergency unlocking The trunk lid opens slightly and can be swung upward. Opening from the inside With the vehicle stationary, press the button in the driver's floor area. Closing Pull the handle inside the cargo area. The trunk lid unlocks.
Opening and closing CONTROLS Profile management There is an additional guest profile available that is not assigned to any remote control. It can be used to apply settings in the vehicle without Selecting a driver profile changing the personal driver profiles. Regardless of the remote control in use, a differ‐...
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Opening and closing CONTROLS Via iDrive: Select the USB storage device, as needed, refer to page 59. "My Vehicle" ▷ Online. "Driver profiles" Select driver profile. Importing driver profiles The driver profile marked with this symbol The existing settings of the active driver profile can be renamed.
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Opening and closing CONTROLS ▷ The driver unlocks the vehicle via Comfort "Doors/Key" Access and has multiple remote controls with him or her. The text next to the symbol indicates the cur‐ ▷ The driver changes, but the vehicle is not rent setting.
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Opening and closing CONTROLS Unlocking is signaled by one honk of the ▷ Visual alarm: horn. By flashing the exterior lighting. Automatic locking Switching on/off Via iDrive: When you lock and unlock the vehicle with the remote control or Comfort Access, the alarm "My Vehicle"...
Opening and closing CONTROLS Indicator light on the interior Avoiding unintentional alarms mirror General information The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor can trigger an alarm, although no unauthorized action occurred. Possible situations for an unwanted alarm: ▷ In automatic vehicle washes. ▷...
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Opening and closing CONTROLS Power windows The window closes while the switch is being held. Safety information ▷ Pull the switch beyond the resistance point. The window closes automatically if the door Warning is closed. Pulling again stops the motion. When operating the windows, body parts and Closing via Comfort Access, refer to page 74.
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Opening and closing CONTROLS Opening/closing the glass Pull the switch past the resistance point sunroof and sun protection again within approx. 4 seconds and hold it there. ▷ Press the switch in the desired direction to the resistance The window closes without jam protection. point and hold it there.
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Opening and closing CONTROLS Closing from the open position Make sure that the closing area is clear. without jam protection Initializing the system If there is an external danger, proceed as follows: Press the switch up and hold it Push the switch forward past the resistance until initialization is complete.
Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel Vehicle features and Warning options With a backrest inclined too far to the rear, the efficacy of the safety belt can no longer be en‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ sured.
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Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Forward/backward Seat tilt Pull the lever and slide the seat in the desired di‐ Pull the lever and move the seat to the desired rection. tilt. After releasing the lever, apply your weight to the seat or lift it off to make sure the seat en‐...
Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Forward/backward Backrest tilt Push switch forward or backward. Move switch forward or backward. Height Thigh support Push switch up or down. Pull the lever at the front of the seat and adjust the thigh support. Seat tilt Lumbar support The curvature of the seat backrest can be ad‐...
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Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Backrest width If the trip is continued within approx. 15 minutes after a stop, seat heating is activated automati‐ cally with the temperature selected last. Concept Adjusting the backrest width may improve lateral Switching off support when taking corners.
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Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Manual length adjustment ▷ Press and hold this button until the seat has moved to the desired posi‐ tion. Releasing the button stops window/ Comfort entry roof movement. The comfort entry contains a memory function ▷...
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Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Safety information Correct use of safety belts ▷ Wear the safety belt twist-free and tight to your body over your lap and shoulders. Warning ▷ Wear the safety belt deep on your hips over Use of a safety belt to buckle more than one your lap.
Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS reminder can also be activated if objects are placed on the front passenger seat. Warning Body parts can be jammed when moving the head restraint. There is a risk of injury. Make Belt holder sure that the area of movement is clear when moving the head restraint.
Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Warning Body parts can be jammed when moving the head restraint. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that the area of movement is clear when moving the head restraint. Warning Raise the head restraint up against the resist‐ Objects on the head restraint reduce the pro‐...
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Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Memory function Folding down the head restraint Only fold the head restraint back if no one will be sitting in the seat in question. Concept The following settings can be stored and, if nec‐ essary, retrieved using the memory function: ▷...
Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Mirrors Overview Exterior mirrors General information The mirror on the front passenger side is more curved than the driver's side mirror. The mirror setting is stored for the driver profile currently in use. When the vehicle is unlocked via the remote control, the position is automatically retrieved if the function, refer to page 79, is acti‐...
Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Selecting a mirror Automatic Curb Monitor, exterior mirror To change over to the other mirror: Slide the switch. Concept If reverse gear is engaged, the mirror glass on Adjusting electrically the front passenger side is tilted downward. This improves your view of the curb and other format‐...
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Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Steering wheel Turn knob Safety information Warning Steering wheel adjustments while driving can lead to unexpected steering wheel movements. Vehicle control could be lost. There is a risk of accident. Adjustng the steering wheel while the vehicle is stationary only.
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Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Switching on/off Press the button. ▷ On: the LED lights up. ▷ Off: the LED goes out. Online Edition for Part no. 01402720665 - II/19...
Transporting children safely CONTROLS Transporting children safely Vehicle features and Always transport children in the rear seat options General information This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Accident research shows that the safest place cific and optional features offered with the series. for children is in the rear seat.
Transporting children safely CONTROLS of front-seat passenger airbags, refer to page 140. Warning The protective effect of child restraint systems Safety information and their fastening systems which have been damaged or exposed to an accident can be lim‐ ited or lost. For instance, a child can may not be Warning sufficiently restrained in the event of an acci‐...
Transporting children safely CONTROLS LATCH child restraint fixing best possible position for the belt and to offer optimal protection in the event of an accident. system If the upper anchorage of the safety belt is lo‐ cated in front of the belt guide of the child seat, General information move the front passenger seat carefully forward until the best possible belt guide position is...
Transporting children safely CONTROLS Before installing LATCH child is a risk of damage to property. Only mount child restraint systems to the upper anchors. restraint fixing systems Pull the safety belt away from the area of the child restraint system. Anchors The respective symbol shows the anchor Assembly of LATCH child...
Driving CONTROLS Driving Vehicle features and To save battery power when the engine is off, switch off the ignition and any unnecessary elec‐ options tronic systems/power consumers. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Ignition off cific and optional features offered with the series. M double-clutch transmission: press the Start/ It also describes features that are not necessarily Stop button again without stepping on the brake.
Driving CONTROLS Activating Warning With the engine running, press the Start/Stop button. An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and possibly roll away. There is a risk of accident. If the engine is not running and the ignition is Before exiting, secure the vehicle against roll‐ switched on: the system automatically activates ing.
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Driving CONTROLS Manual transmission ▷ On uphill grades or on a downhill slope, turn the front wheels in the direction of the curb. Starting the engine ▷ On uphill grades or on a downhill slope, Depress the brake pedal. also secure the vehicle, for instance with a Press on the clutch pedal and shift to neutral.
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Driving CONTROLS Engine stop ▷ The engine is not yet at operating tempera‐ ture. Functional requirements ▷ The wheels are at a sharp angle or the steer‐ ing wheel is being turned. The engine is switched off automatically during a stop under the following conditions: ▷...
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Driving CONTROLS Activating/deactivating the ▷ The steering wheel is turned. system manually ▷ Double-clutch transmission: change from se‐ lector lever position D to N, R or D/S. Using the button ▷ M double-clutch transmission: accelerating while simultaneously applying the brake. ▷...
Driving CONTROLS Set the parking brake. The indicator light lights up red. The parking brake is set. Engine start as usual via Start/Stop button. Lower light: indicator light in Canadian Automatic deactivation models In certain situations, the Auto Start/Stop function If for once use during driving is required, engage is deactivated automatically for safety reasons, the parking brake slightly and hold the button...
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Driving CONTROLS Using turn signals ▷ High beams on, arrow 1. The high beams light up when the low beams Press the lever past the resistance point. are switched on. ▷ High beams off/headlight flasher, arrow 2. Triple turn signal activation Lightly tap the lever up or down.
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Driving CONTROLS Switching on Interval mode or rain sensor Concept The rain sensor automatically controls the time between wipes depending on the intensity of the rainfall. General information The sensor is located on the windshield, directly in front of the interior mirror. Without the rain sensor, the frequency of the wiper operation is Press the lever up until the desired position is preset.
Driving CONTROLS Setting the frequency or sensitivity Cleaning the windshield of the rain sensor Pull the lever. Turn the thumbwheel to adjust the frequency or The system sprays washer fluid on the wind‐ sensitivity of the rain sensor. shield and activates the wipers briefly. Up: short interval or high sensitivity of the rain In addition, the headlights are cleaned at regular sensor.
Follow the usage instructions on the washer fluid container. Use of BMW’s Windshield Washer Concentrate or the equivalent is recommended. Warning Washer fluid can ignite and catch fire on con‐...
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Driving CONTROLS Manual transmission NOTICE Silicon-containing additives in the washer fluid Safety information for the water-repelling effect on the windows can lead to damage to the washing system. There is a risk of damage to property. Do not Warning add silicon-containing additives to the washer An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and fluid.
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Driving CONTROLS Shifting ▷ Automatic downshifting and protection from misshifting even in sequential mode. General information ▷ Launch Control. Depending on the engine installation, the engine ▷ Low Speed Assistant. speed during a shifting operation is adjusted au‐ Safety information tomatically as required for harmonious and dy‐...
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Driving CONTROLS ▷ D/S: switch between drive mode and sequen‐ In 1st and 2nd gear and in reverse, the vehicle tial mode. rolls at minimum speed. Engaging a selector lever position Deactivating Apply the brakes until the vehicle comes to a Press on the brake pedal and pull or push the se‐...
Driving CONTROLS Switch to Drive mode: push selector lever in D/S direction. NOTICE Selector lever position P is automatically en‐ R is reverse gaged when the ignition is switched off. There Select only when the vehicle is stationary. is a risk of damage to property. Do not switch ignition off in vehicle washes.
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Driving CONTROLS Using the shift paddles on the Selecting driving program using steering wheel button in center console ▷ Shift up: pull right shift paddle. Press the button repeatedly until the desired driving program is displayed in ▷ Shift down: pull left shift paddle. the instrument cluster.
Driving CONTROLS With the engine running, apply the brake with the left foot. Warning Fully depress the accelerator pedal. Depending on the setting, the DSC may only be available to a limited extent or may not be The starting engine speed adjusts. available with activated M drive.
Driving CONTROLS M Engine Dynamics Using the button Control Concept The M Engine Dynamics Control affects the re‐ sponse of the vehicle to accelerator pedal move‐ ments. Programs Response behavior options: Press the button repeatedly until the de‐ sired program is displayed in the instru‐ ▷...
Displays CONTROLS Displays Vehicle features and available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the selected options or country versions. This also options applies to safety-related functions and systems. When using these functions and systems, the This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐...
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Displays CONTROLS Check Control Have the vehicle checked immediately by a deal‐ er's service center or another qualified service center or repair shop. Concept The Check Control system monitors functions in Parking brake the vehicle and notifies you of malfunctions in The parking brake is set.
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Displays CONTROLS DSC Dynamic Stability Control Tire Pressure Monitor TPM The indicator light flashes: DSC controls The indicator light lights up: the Tire the drive and braking forces. The vehicle Pressure Monitor reports a low tire infla‐ is stabilized. Reduce speed and modify tion pressure or a flat tire.
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Displays CONTROLS Blue lights ously damage emission control components, in particular the catalytic converter. High beams Socket for Onboard Diagnosis, refer to High beams are switched on. page 239. High beams, refer to page 108. Lane departure warning System is switched on and under certain Hiding Check Control messages circumstances warns if a detected lane is left without flashing beforehand.
Odometer, arrow 1. qualified service center or repair shop. ▷ Trip odometer, arrow 2. ▷ "BMW Roadside Assistance" Contact Roadside Assistance. Messages after trip completion Showing/resetting miles Certain messages displayed while driving are dis‐ played again after the ignition is switched off.
Displays CONTROLS External temperature Gear display with Drivelogic General information Sequential mode If the indicator drops to +37 ℉/+3 ℃ or lower, a signal sounds. ▷ Engaged gear, arrow 1. A Check Control message is displayed. ▷ Selected driving program, There is an increased risk of ice on roads.
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Displays CONTROLS Energy recovery Display The current range is displayed in the instrument cluster. Display In coasting overrun mode the ki‐ netic energy of the vehicle is con‐ verted to electrical energy. The vehicle battery is partially charged Current consumption and fuel consumption can be re‐...
Displays CONTROLS Service requirements Displaying EfficientDynamics info The current efficiency can be displayed. Concept "My Vehicle" The function displays the service requirements and the corresponding maintenance scopes. "Technology in action" "EfficientDynamics" General information Select the symbol. After the ignition is switched on the instrument The following systems are displayed: cluster briefly displays available driving distance ▷...
Displays CONTROLS Entering appointment dates On vehicles without a gear shift indicator, the en‐ gaged gear is displayed. Enter the dates for the mandatory vehicle in‐ spections. M double-clutch transmission: Make sure that the vehicle's date and time are displaying set correctly.
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Displays CONTROLS traffic closely and actively intervene where ap‐ ▷ In heavy fog, wet conditions, or snowfall. propriate. ▷ When signs are fully or partially concealed by objects, stickers or paint. ▷ When driving very close to the vehicle in front Overview of you.
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Displays CONTROLS Activating a list and adjusting Calling up information on the Info the setting Display On the right side of the steering wheel, turn the Press the button on the turn signal lever. thumbwheel to activate the corresponding list. Information is displayed in the Info Display of the instrument cluster.
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Displays CONTROLS Selecting information Resetting average values You can select what information from the On‐ board Computer is to be displayed on the Info Display of the instrument cluster. Via iDrive: "My Vehicle" "iDrive settings" "Displays" "Instrument panel" Press and hold the button on the turn signal Select the desired setting.
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Displays CONTROLS Distance to destination Resetting the Onboard Computer Depending on the vehicle equipment, the dis‐ Via iDrive: tance remaining to the destination is displayed if "My Vehicle" a destination is entered in the navigation system "Driving information" before the trip is started. "Onboard info"...
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Displays CONTROLS Speed warning Vehicle status Concept General information A speed limit can be set that when reached will The status can be displayed and actions per‐ cause a warning to be issued. formed for several systems. General information Opening the vehicle status The warning is repeated if the vehicle speed ex‐...
Lights CONTROLS Lights Vehicle features and Symbol Function options Low beams. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Instrument lighting. cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the selected options or country versions.
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Lights CONTROLS Switching on Headlight courtesy delay feature General information The low beams stay illuminated for a particular time if the high beams are switched on after radio-ready state is switched off. Setting the duration Via iDrive: "My Vehicle" With radio-ready state switched off, press the "Vehicle settings"...
Lights CONTROLS System limits ▷ Adaptive Light Control, refer to page 135. The automatic headlight control cannot serve as Activating a substitute for your personal judgment of light‐ ing conditions. Position of switch: For example, the sensors are unable to detect The adaptive light functions are active when the fog or hazy weather.
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Lights CONTROLS The high beams can be switched on and off ▷ When detecting poorly-lit road users such as manually at any time. pedestrians, cyclists, horseback riders and wagons; when driving close to train or ship Activating/deactivating traffic; and at animal crossings. ▷...
Lights CONTROLS Overview "Interior lighting" "Ambient lighting" Select the desired setting. Setting the brightness Depending on the equipment, the brightness of the ambient light can be adjusted via the thumb‐ wheel for the instrument lighting or on the Con‐ trol Display. Via iDrive: 1 Interior lights "My Vehicle"...
Safety CONTROLS Safety Vehicle features and available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the selected options or country versions. This also options applies to safety-related functions and systems. When using these functions and systems, the This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐...
▷ Keep a distance from the airbags. Vehicle modifications for a person with disabili‐ ties may affect the air bag system; contact BMW ▷ Always grasp the steering wheel on the Customer Relations for further information.
Safety CONTROLS Functional readiness of the Front, knee, and side airbag on the front pas‐ senger's side are activated or deactivated. airbag system General information Safety information Before transporting a child on the front passen‐ ger seat, refer to the safety information and in‐ Warning structions for children on the front passenger Individual components can be hot after trigger‐...
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Safety CONTROLS Strength of the driver's and ▷ Do not place objects under the seat that could press against the seat from below. front-seat passenger airbag ▷ No moisture in or on the seat. The explosive power that activates driver's/front- seat passenger airbags very much depends on Indicator light for the front-seat the positions of the driver's/front passenger seat.
Safety CONTROLS General information All wheels green System is active and will issue a warning related Sensors in the tire valves measure the tire infla‐ to the tire inflation pressures stored during the tion pressure and, depending on the model, the last reset.
Safety CONTROLS "Tire Pressure Monitor active. See label for Measure recommended pressures." is displayed. Check the tire pressure and correct as You may interrupt this trip at any time. When you needed. continue the reset resumes automatically. Reset the system. Messages If the tire inflation pressure is too General information...
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Safety CONTROLS These circumstances may cause a warning Symbol Possible cause when temperatures fall very sharply. There is a flat tire or a major loss in tire inflation pressure. Sudden tire pressure loss No reset was performed for the sys‐ The system cannot indicate sudden serious tire tem.
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Safety CONTROLS Flat Tire Monitor FTM hicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pres‐ sure for those tires.) As an added safety feature, Concept your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pres‐ sure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates The system detects tire inflation pressure loss a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of...
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Safety CONTROLS Performing initialization Measure Reduce your speed and stop cautiously. When initializing, the set tire inflation pressures Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu‐ serve as reference values in order to detect a flat vers. tire. Initialization is started by confirming the tire inflation pressures.
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Safety CONTROLS Overview ▷ Approach control warning with City light brak‐ ing function, refer to page 148. Button in the vehicle ▷ Pedestrian warning, refer to page 151. Safety information Warning The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver’s personal judgment in assessing visibility and traffic situation.
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Safety CONTROLS Approach control warning Detection range with City light braking function Concept The system may prevent some accidents. In the event of an accident, the system may reduce im‐ pact speed. The system sounds a warning before an immi‐ Objects that the system can detect are taken nent collision and activates brakes independ‐...
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Safety CONTROLS Overview Setting the warning time The warning time can be set. Button in the vehicle Via iDrive: "My Vehicle" "Vehicle settings" "Intelligent Safety" "Warning time" Select the desired setting. The selected time is stored for the driver profile currently used.
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Safety CONTROLS Detection range sisted by a minor automatic braking intervention in a possible risk of collision. The system's detection potential is limited. Acute warnings may be provided even when Thus, a system reaction might not come or there has been no prior warning. might come late.
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Safety CONTROLS Daytime pedestrian area only if they are moving in the direction of the central area. collision mitigation Safety information Concept The system may prevent some accidents with Warning pedestrians. The system cannot serve as a substitute for the When driving at city speeds, the system will is‐...
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Safety CONTROLS Overview Warning with braking function Button in the vehicle Display If a collision with a person detected in this way is imminent, a warning symbol appears on the in‐ strument cluster. The red symbol is displayed and a signal sounds.
Safety CONTROLS System limits ▷ If there are constant blinding effects because of oncoming light, for instance from the sun low in the sky. Safety information ▷ When it is dark outside. Warning Lane departure warning The system is designed to operate in certain conditions and circumstances.
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Safety CONTROLS Display in the instrument cluster use. There is a risk of accident. Adjust driving style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely ▷ Lines: system is activated. and actively intervene where appropriate. ▷ Arrows: at least one lane marking was detected and warnings can be issued.
Safety CONTROLS Fatigue alert ▷ In the event of missing, worn, poorly visible, merging, diverging, or multiple lane markings such as in construction areas. Concept ▷ When lane markings are covered in snow, ice, The system can detect decreasing alertness or dirt or water.
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Safety CONTROLS After a break, another recommendation to take a break cannot be displayed until after approxi‐ mately 45 minutes. System limits The function may be limited in the following sit‐ uations and may issue an incorrect warning or no warning at all: ▷...
Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Driving stability control systems Vehicle features and M Drive options Concept This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Individual settings can be carried out in two pre‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. assigned configurations for the vehicle. It also describes features that are not necessarily When the engine is started, an efficient vehicle available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the...
Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Indicator lights Via iDrive: "My Vehicle" Symbol Description "M Drive 1" or "M Drive 2" Indicator light comes on: corre‐ Select the desired setting option. sponding M Drive is activated. Select the desired channel. Individual settings are stored for the profile cur‐ rently used.
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Driving stability control systems CONTROLS DSC Dynamic Stability Overview Control Button in the vehicle Concept Within the physical limits, the system helps to keep the vehicle on a steady course by reducing engine speed and by applying brakes to the indi‐ vidual wheels.
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Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Activating MDM DSC OFF and the DSC OFF indicator light go out. Press the button briefly. The MDM and DSC OFF symbols in the Indicator/warning lights instrument cluster light up. When DSC is deactivated, DSC OFF is displayed in the instrument cluster.
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Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Indicator/warning lights makes steering firmer when driving at faster speeds. Symbol Description Furthermore, the steering force adapts according to the driving program, so that a firm, sporty feel Symbols light up: or a comfortable steering response is conveyed. M Dynamic Mode is activated.
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Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Press the button repeatedly until the de‐ sired program is displayed in the instru‐ ment cluster. Display in the instrument cluster Servotronic with selected program with activated display of the System states of the driving dynamics, refer to page 126. Drive-off assistant Concept This system supports driving off on uphill grades.
Driving comfort CONTROLS Driving comfort Vehicle features and Warning options The use of the system can lead to an increased risk of accidents in the following situations, This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ for instance: cific and optional features offered with the series. ▷...
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Driving comfort CONTROLS Switching on/off and interrupting Setting the speed cruise control Maintaining/storing the speed Switching on Press the button on the steering wheel. The marking in the speedometer is set to the current speed. Cruise control can be used. DSC Dynamic Stability Control is switched on, if necessary.
Driving comfort CONTROLS Displays in the instrument ▷ Each time the rocker switch is pressed to the point of resistance, the desired speed in‐ cluster creases or decreases by approx. 1 mph/1 km/h. Indicator light ▷ Each time the rocker switch is pressed past Depending on how the vehicle is equip‐...
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Driving comfort CONTROLS Overview approaching slowly are indicated by signal tones and a display on the Control Display. With front PDC: button in vehicle General information The ultrasound sensors for measuring the dis‐ tances are located in the bumpers. The range, depending on obstacles and environ‐ mental conditions, is approx.
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Driving comfort CONTROLS With front PDC: switching on/off Visual warning manually Press the park assistance button. ▷ On: the LED lights up. ▷ Off: the LED goes out. Warning Signal tones The approach of the vehicle to an object is An intermittent tone indicates when the vehicle shown on the Control Display.
Driving comfort CONTROLS ▷ For persons with certain clothing, for instance ▷ Due to heavy exhaust. coats. ▷ Due to other ultrasound sources, for instance ▷ With external interference of the ultrasound, sweeping machines, high pressure steam for instance from passing vehicles or loud cleaners or neon lights.
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Driving comfort CONTROLS Overview Automatic deactivation during forward travel Depending on the vehicle The system switches off when a certain driving equipment: button in the vehicle distance or speed is exceeded. Switch the system back on, if needed. Depending on the vehicle equipment: switching on/off manually Press the park assistance button.
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Driving comfort CONTROLS Obstacle marking "Obstacle marking" Obstacles are marked, depending on the ve‐ hicle equipment. Pathway lines Depending on the vehicle equipment, obstacle markings can be faded into the image of the rearview camera. The colored thresholds of the obstacle markings Pathway lines can be superimposed on the im‐...
Driving comfort CONTROLS Display settings Brightness With the rearview camera switched on: Move the Controller to the left, if needed. Select the symbol. Turn the Controller until the desired setting is reached, and press the Controller. Contrast With the rearview camera switched on: Move the Controller to the left, if needed.
Climate control CONTROLS Climate control Vehicle features and Interior air quality options The air quality in the vehicle is improved by the following components: This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ ▷ Emission tested passenger compartment. cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarily ▷...
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Climate control CONTROLS 9 Recirculated-air mode 10 Interior temperature sensor Climate control functions in The car's interior can only be cooled with the en‐ gine running. detail Switching on/off Switching the system on/off Press the button. Switching on The LED is illuminated with air condi‐ Press any button except for the following: tioning switched on.
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Climate control CONTROLS Recirculated-air mode Adjusting the air distribution manually Concept Concept You may react to unpleasant odors or pollutants in the immediate environment by temporarily The air distribution for climate control can be ad‐ suspending the supply of outside air. The system justed manually.
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Climate control CONTROLS Automatic climate control with enhanced features 1 Seat heating, left 88 10 Air distribution, right 2 Temperature, left 11 Air flow, AUTO intensity 3 AUTO program 12 Air distribution, left 4 Display 13 Rear window defroster 5 Maximum cooling 14 Interior temperature sensor —...
Climate control CONTROLS Maximum cooling by using the maximum cooling or heating power, and then keeps it constant. Concept Adjusting The system is set to the lowest temperature, op‐ timum air flow and recirculated-air mode. Turn the wheel to set the desired temperature.
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Climate control CONTROLS Point the side vents toward the side windows. ▷ Left LED on, automatic recirculated-air con‐ trol: a sensor detects pollutants in the outside At the same time, a condensation sensor con‐ air and shuts off automatically. trols the program so as to prevent window con‐ densation as much as possible.
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Climate control CONTROLS Ventilation ▷ Upper body region. ▷ Upper body region and floor area. ▷ Floor area. Front ventilation ▷ Windows and floor area: driver's side only. ▷ Windows, upper body region and floor area: driver's side only. If the windows are fogged over, press the AUTO button to utilize the condensation sensor.
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Climate control CONTROLS Ventilation in the rear ▷ Battery is sufficiently charged. If parked-car ventilation is switched on, the vehicle battery will be discharged. Thus, limit the maximum activation time to save the ve‐ hicle battery. The system will be available again after the engine is started or after a short trip.
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Climate control CONTROLS The symbol on the automatic climate control flashes when the system has been switched on. The system will only be switched on within the next 24 hours. After that, it needs to be reacti‐ vated. Online Edition for Part no. 01402720665 - II/19...
Interior equipment CONTROLS Interior equipment Vehicle features and Safety information options Warning This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ The operation of remote-controlled systems cific and optional features offered with the series. with the integrated universal remote control, It also describes features that are not necessarily such as the garage door, may result in injury, available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the for example, body parts becoming jammed in a...
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Interior equipment CONTROLS Control elements on the interior Canada: if programming with the hand-held transmitter was interrupted, hold down the in‐ mirror terior mirror button and repeatedly press and release the hand-held transmitter button for 2 seconds. 6. ▷ The LED lights up green: programming completed.
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Interior equipment CONTROLS Synchronizing the universal remote control with ▷ The LED flashes fast: the hand-held the system: transmitter was detected but program‐ ming is not complete. Park the vehicle within range of the remote- Press the button on the interior mirror for controlled system.
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Interior equipment CONTROLS Operating concept Press and hold the two outer buttons on the in‐ terior mirror simultaneously for approximately Various functions can be called up by pressing 10 seconds until the LED on the interior mirror the control button with a pointed object, such as flashes green rapidly.
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Interior equipment CONTROLS World map with magnetic zones Procedure Procedure Press and hold the control button for approx. Make sure that there are no large metallic ob‐ 3 to 4 seconds. The number of the set com‐ jects or overhead power lines near the vehicle pass zone appears in the mirror.
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Interior equipment CONTROLS Emptying Settings are stored automatically after approxi‐ mately 10 seconds. Take out the insert. Cigarette lighter Sun visor Warning Glare shield Contact with the hot heating element or the hot Fold the sun visor down or up. socket of the cigarette lighter can cause burns.
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Interior equipment CONTROLS NOTICE Battery chargers for the vehicle battery can work with high voltages and currents, which means that the 12 volt on-board network can be overloaded or damaged. There is a risk of damage to property. Only connect battery chargers for the vehicle battery to the starting aid terminals in the engine compartment.
Interior equipment CONTROLS USB interface In the front passenger floor area Concept Mobile devices with a USB port can be con‐ nected to the USB interface. General information Follow the information regarding the connection of mobile devices to the USB interface in the section on USB connections, refer to page 59.
Interior equipment CONTROLS In the center console With the through-loading system: the rear seat backrest is divided at a ratio of 40-20-40. The rear seat backrests can be folded down from the cargo area. The center section can be sepa‐ rately folded down from the rear.
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Interior equipment CONTROLS Folding down the center section NOTICE Vehicle parts can be damaged when folding down the rear backrest. There is a risk of dam‐ age to property. Make sure that the area of movement of the rear backrest including head restraint is clear when folding down.
Storage compartments CONTROLS Storage compartments Vehicle features and ▷ Glove compartment on the driver's side, refer to page 192. options ▷ Compartments in the doors, refer to page 192. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ ▷ Front storage compartment, in front of the cific and optional features offered with the series.
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Storage compartments CONTROLS Opening Opening Pull the handle. Pull the handle. The light in the glove compartment switches on. Closing Closing Fold cover closed. Fold cover closed. Compartments in the doors Locking The glove compartment can be locked with an General information integrated key to separately secure the trunk lid, refer to page 76, for instance.
Storage compartments CONTROLS Front storage compartment Connection for an external audio device An external audio device, for instance an MP3 player, can be connected via the USB audio in‐ terface in the center armrest. Storage compartment in the rear A storage compartment is located in the center There is a storage compartment in the center console.
Storage compartments CONTROLS Clothes hooks Front Safety information Warning Clothing articles on the clothes hooks can ob‐ struct the view while driving. There is a risk of accident. When suspending clothing articles from the clothes hooks, ensure that they will not obstruct the driver's view.
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Storage compartments CONTROLS Multi-function hook Warning Improper use of the multi-function hooks can lead to a risk of objects flying about during braking and evasive maneuvers, for example. There is a risk of injury and risk of damage to property. Only hang lightweight objects, such as shopping bags, from the multi-function hooks.
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BMW M2 Technology DRIVING TIPS BMW M2 Technology Vehicle features and Because of particular structural characteristics, there may be operation-related noises during options braking. The functional noises have no effect on the performance, operational reliability, and dura‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐...
Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving Vehicle features and Engine, transmission, and axle drive options Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Drive at varying engine and road speeds, but do cific and optional features offered with the series.
Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Following part replacement combustible materials can come in contact with hot vehicle parts in driving operation, idle or The same break-in procedures should be ob‐ during parking. Do not touch the hot exhaust served if any of the components mentioned gas system.
Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Safety information curely fastened again after they were removed, for instance for cleaning. NOTICE Driving in wet conditions When driving too quickly through too deep wa‐ ter, water can enter into the engine compart‐ When roads are wet, salted, or in heavy rain, gen‐...
Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS M Driver's Package: driving in Warning the higher speed range In idle state or with the engine switched off, safety functions, for instance engine braking ef‐ Warning fect, braking assistance and steering assis‐ Damage to vehicle components can negatively tance, may not be available.
Loading DRIVING TIPS Loading Vehicle features and Warning options Improperly stowed objects can shift and be thrown into the car's interior, for instance in the This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ event of an accident or during braking and eva‐ cific and optional features offered with the series.
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Loading DRIVING TIPS cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in ▷ Larger and heavy cargo: secure with cargo Step 4. straps. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your ve‐ Lashing eyes in the cargo hicle.
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Loading DRIVING TIPS Roof-mounted luggage have a major effect on vehicle handling and steering response. rack Therefore, note the following when loading and driving: General information ▷ Do not exceed the approved roof/axle loads and the approved gross vehicle weight. Roof racks are available as special accessories.
Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS Saving fuel Vehicle features and Attached parts on the vehicle impair the aerody‐ namics and increase the fuel consumption. options Close the windows and This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. glass sunroof It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the...
When approaching a red light, take your foot off the accelerator and let the vehicle coast to a halt. Have the vehicle maintained regularly to achieve optimal vehicle efficiency and service life. BMW For going downhill take your foot off the acceler‐ recommends that maintenance work be per‐...
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Refueling MOBILITY Refueling Vehicle features and Fuel cap options Opening This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler cific and optional features offered with the series. flap. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the selected options or country versions.
Refueling MOBILITY Closing Safety information Warning NOTICE The retaining strap of the fuel cap can be jam‐ Fuels are toxic and aggressive. Overfilling of the med and crushed during closing. The cap can‐ fuel tank can damage the fuel system. Painted not be correctly closed.
Fuel MOBILITY Fuel Vehicle features and Safety information options NOTICE This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Even small quantities of the wrong fuel or cific and optional features offered with the series. wrong fuel additives can damage the fuel sys‐ It also describes features that are not necessarily tem and engine.
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Failure to comply with these recommendations may result in the need for unscheduled mainte‐ nance. Recommended fuel grade BMW recommends AKI 93. Minimum fuel grade BMW recommends AKI 91. If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI Rating, the engine may produce knocking sounds when starting at high external temperatures.
Wheels and tires MOBILITY Wheels and tires Vehicle features and Tire inflation pressure specifications options In the tire inflation pressure table This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ The tire inflation pressure table, refer to cific and optional features offered with the series. page 215, contains all tire inflation pressure It also describes features that are not necessarily specifications for the specified tire sizes at the...
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Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire inflation pressure values up ▷ If the vehicle has not moved again for at least 2 hours after a trip. to 100 mph/160 km/h Determine, refer to page 214, the intended tire inflation pressure levels for the mounted M2 Competition tires.
Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire identification marks Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI Tire size Specifications in bar/PSI with cold 245/45 R 18 96 Y tires 245: nominal width in mm 45: aspect ratio in % 235/40 R 18 95 2.4 / 35 2.8 / 41 R: radial tire code...
Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire age Traction The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are Recommendation AA, A, B, and C. Regardless of the tire tread, replace tires at least Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop every 6 years. on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfa‐...
Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire tread pecially if your vehicle is equipped with low-pro‐ file tires. Indications of tire damage or other vehicle mal‐ Summer tires functions: Do not drive with a tire tread of less than ▷ Unusual vibrations. 0.12 in/3 mm, otherwise there is an increased ▷...
Wheels and tires MOBILITY Changing wheels and tires combination remounted on the vehicle as soon as possible. Mounting Recommended tire brands Have mounting and wheel balancing carried out by a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop. Wheel and tire combination General information You can ask the dealer's service center or an‐...
Wheels and tires MOBILITY Although so-called all-season M+S tires provide ▷ Secure the vehicle against rolling away by better winter traction than summer tires, they setting the parking brake. usually do not provide the same level of perform‐ ▷ Turn the steering wheel until the front wheels ance as winter tires.
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Wheels and tires MOBILITY Storage ▷ Secure the vehicle against rolling away by setting the parking brake. The Mobility System is located under the cargo ▷ Turn the steering wheel until the front wheels floor panel. are in the straight-ahead position and engage the steering wheel lock.
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Wheels and tires MOBILITY Filling Insert the sealant container on the compres‐ sor housing in an upright position. Shake the sealant container. Remove the valve cap from the tire valve and Pull the connection hose fully out of the com‐ screw the filling hose of the sealant container pressor housing.
Wheels and tires MOBILITY With the ignition switched on or the engine This prevents leftover sealant escaping from running, switch on the compressor. the sealant container. Wrap and store the sealant container in suita‐ ble material to avoid dirtying the cargo area. Stow the Mobility System back in the cargo area.
Wheels and tires MOBILITY Snow chains Do not reset the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM af‐ ter mounting snow chains, as doing so may re‐ sult in incorrect readings. Safety information When driving with snow chains, if needed, briefly activate M Dynamic Mode. Warning Maximum speed with snow With the mounting of snow chains on unsuita‐...
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Wheels and tires MOBILITY a risk of injuries or danger to life. Do not place supports under the vehicle jack. Warning A vehicle that is raised on a vehicle jack may fall off of the jack if lateral forces are exerted on it. Warning There is a risk of injury and risk of damage to property.
Wheels and tires MOBILITY On a slight downhill gradient Remove the adapter after unscrewing the lug bolt. Screwing on Attach the adapter to the lug bolt. If neces‐ sary, turn the adapter until it fits on the lug bolt. Screw on the lug bolt. The tightening torque is 140 Nm.
Wheels and tires MOBILITY Jacking points for the vehicle Jacking up the vehicle jack Warning Hands and fingers can be jammed when using the vehicle jack. There is a risk of injury. Com‐ ply with the described hand position and do not change this position while using the vehicle jack.
Wheels and tires MOBILITY Mounting a wheel Extend the vehicle jack by turning the vehicle jack crank or lever clockwise. Mount one emergency wheel only, as required. Unscrew the lug bolts. Remove the wheel. Put the new wheel or emergency wheel on and screw in at least two lug bolts in a cross‐...
Engine compartment MOBILITY Engine compartment Vehicle features and available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the selected options or country versions. This also options applies to safety-related functions and systems. When using these functions and systems, the This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐...
Engine compartment MOBILITY Hood Warning Body parts can be jammed when opening and Safety information closing the hood. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that the area of movement of the hood is clear during opening and closing. Warning Improperly executed work in the engine com‐...
Engine compartment MOBILITY Closing the hood Let the hood drop from a height of approx. 16 in‐ ches/40 cm and push down on it to lock it fully. The hood must engage on both sides. Online Edition for Part no. 01402720665 - II/19...
Engine oil MOBILITY Engine oil Vehicle features and NOTICE options Too much engine oil can damage the engine or the catalytic converter. There is a risk of dam‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ age to property. Do not add too much engine cific and optional features offered with the series.
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Engine oil MOBILITY Displaying the engine oil level Performing a detailed measurement Via iDrive: Via iDrive: "My Vehicle" "My Vehicle" "Vehicle status" "Vehicle status" "Engine oil level" "Engine oil level" The engine oil level is displayed. "Measure engine oil level" "Start measurement"...
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Oil rating Open the hood, refer to page 230. Open the lid counterclockwise. BMW Longlife-01 FE. Alternative engine oil types If an engine oil suitable for continuous use is not available, up to 1 US quart/liter of an engine oil...
Engine oil MOBILITY More information about suitable oil ratings and viscosity grades of engine oils can be requested from a dealer’s service center or another quali‐ fied service center or repair shop. Engine oil change NOTICE Engine oil that is not changed in timely fashion can cause increased engine wear and thus en‐...
Coolant MOBILITY Coolant Vehicle features and Warning options Additives are harmful and incorrect additives can damage the engine. There is a risk of injury This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ and risk of damage to property. Do not allow cific and optional features offered with the series. additives to come into contact with skin, eyes It also describes features that are not necessarily or articles of clothing.
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Coolant MOBILITY The coolant level is correct if it lies between the minimum and maximum marks in the filler neck. Close the lid. Adding Let the engine cool. Open the hood. Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly counterclockwise to allow any excess pres‐ sure to dissipate, then open it.
Therefore, hand the service advisor the remote control with which the vehicle was driven most recently. BMW maintenance system Storage periods The maintenance system indicates required Storage periods during which the vehicle battery maintenance measures, and thereby provides was disconnected are not taken into account.
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Maintenance MOBILITY Position or repair shop. Records of regular maintenance and repair work should be retained. Socket for OBD Onboard Diagnosis General information Devices connected to the OBD socket trigger the alarm system when the vehicle is locked. Re‐ There is an OBD socket on the driver's side for move any devices connected at the OBD socket checking the primary components in the vehi‐...
Replacing components MOBILITY Replacing components Vehicle features and not fold or switch on the wiper without a wiper blade installed. options This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ NOTICE cific and optional features offered with the series. Folded-away wipers can be jammed when the It also describes features that are not necessarily hood is opened.
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Replacing components MOBILITY Light and bulb replacement question. If necessary, heed the bulb manufac‐ turer's instructions. General information NOTICE Lights and bulbs Dirty bulbs have a reduced service life. There is Lights and bulbs make an essential contribution a risk of damage to property. Do not hold new to vehicle safety.
Replacing components MOBILITY Turn signal in exterior mirror Removing the tail light Opening trunk lid. The turn signals in the exterior mirrors feature LED technology. In the case of a malfunction, Open the two covers on the tail light. contact a dealer's service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
Replacing components MOBILITY Vehicle battery Replacing the bulbs Turn the cover in the direction indicated on the housing and remove it. General information The battery is maintenance-free. More information about the battery can be re‐ quested from a dealer's service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
Replacing components MOBILITY ▷ When the inspection glass on the top of the Maintain the filled battery in an upright position battery is black. for transport and storage. Secure the battery so that it does not tip over during transport. ▷...
Replacing components MOBILITY Removing the cover In the cargo area Use the onboard vehicle tool kit to loosen the three cover screws, arrow 1. Fold up the cargo floor panel. Squeeze and raise the holder, arrow 2. Remove the cover from one side, arrow 3. Press the four fasteners and remove the cover.
Breakdown assistance MOBILITY Breakdown assistance Vehicle features and Warning triangle options This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the selected options or country versions.
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This data is trans‐ mitted automatically. Concept Teleservice Help Contact the BMW Group Roadside Assistance if Depending on the country, the Teleservice Help assistance is needed in the event of a break‐ enables a more in-depth diagnosis of the vehicle down.
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SOS button in the roofliner. Even if you can no longer hear the BMW Re‐ sponse Center through the loudspeakers, the Functional requirements BMW Response Center may still be able to ▷...
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In the case of body contact between the two hicles, adhere strictly to the following procedure. vehicles, a short circuit can occur during jump- Pull off the lid of the BMW starting aid termi‐ starting. There is a risk of damage to property. nal.
Breakdown assistance MOBILITY Tow-starting and towing Tow truck With rear-wheel drive Safety information Warning Due to system limits, individual functions can malfunction during tow-starting/towing with the Intelligent Safety systems activated. There is a risk of accident. Switch all Intelligent Safety systems off prior to tow-starting/towing.
Breakdown assistance MOBILITY For rolling or pushing the vehicle, refer to gross vehicle weight of the towing vehicle is page 115. heavier than the vehicle to be towed. Tow truck NOTICE If the tow bar or tow rope is attached incor‐ rectly, damage to other vehicle parts can occur.
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Breakdown assistance MOBILITY The tow fitting can be screwed in at the front or Have the reasons for the starting difficulties cor‐ rear of the vehicle. rected by a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop. The tow fitting and the onboard vehicle tool kit, refer to page 240, are together in the cargo area.
Care MOBILITY Care Vehicle features and Distances and temperature ▷ Maximum temperature: 140 ℉/60 ℃. options ▷ Minimum distance from sensors, cameras, seals: 12 inches/30 cm. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. ▷...
Vehicle care products Safety information General information NOTICE BMW recommends using vehicle care and Selector lever position P is automatically en‐ cleaning products from BMW. Suitable care gaged when the ignition is switched off. There products are available from a dealer’s service is a risk of damage to property.
Care MOBILITY Safety information Clean the upholstery down to the seams using large sweeping motions. Avoid rubbing the ma‐ terial vigorously. Warning Improperly performed work on the vehicle paint Safety information can lead to a failure or malfunction of the radar sensors and thereby result in a safety risk.
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Care MOBILITY Fine wood parts Carpets and floor mats Clean fine wood facing and fine wood compo‐ nents only with a moist rag. Then dry with a soft Warning cloth. Objects in the driver's floor area can limit the pedal distance or block a depressed pedal. Plastic components There is a risk of accident.
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Care MOBILITY Clean with a clean, antistatic microfiber cloth. Long-term vehicle storage When the vehicle is shut down for longer than three months, special measures must be taken. Further information is available from a dealer's service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
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REFERENCE Technical data ..................260 Appendix ....................262 Everything from A to Z ................264 Online Edition for Part no. 01402720665 - II/19...
The specified heights do not take into account attached parts, for instance a roof antenna, roof BMW M2 Width with mirrors in/mm 78.3/1,990 Width without mirrors...
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2,140/971 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,380/1,080 Approved roof load capacity lbs/kg 165/75 Capacities BMW M2 Fuel tank, approx. US gal/liters 13.7/52.0 Observe further information on fuel quality, refer to page 212. Online Edition for Part no. 01402720665 - II/19...
Bluetooth connection function Blu-ray, see Owner's Handbook for Navigation, Approved axle load Entertainment, Communication Apps, see Owner's Handbook for Navigation, En‐ BMW Assist, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, tertainment, Communication Entertainment and Communication Arrival time BMW Homepage Ashtray BMW Internet page...
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Everything from A to Z REFERENCE BMW M technology Central Information Display (CID), see Control Bottle holder, see Cup holder Display Brake assistant Central locking system Brake discs, break-in Central screen, see Control Display Brake force display Changes, technical, see For Your Own Safety...
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Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Connections Digital compass Consumption, see Average consumption Dimensions Consumption, see Current consumption Dimmable exterior mirrors Contacts, see Owner's Handbook for Navigation, Dimmable interior mirror Entertainment, Communication Direction indicator, see Turn signals Container for washer fluid Display and input Control Display Display lighting, see Instrument lighting...
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Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Emergency release, fuel filler flap False alarm, see Unintentional alarm Emergency Request Fan, see Air flow 174, Emergency service, see Breakdown assis‐ Fastening safety belts, see Safety belts tance Fatigue alert Emergency unlocking, trunk lid Filler neck for engine oil Energy control Filter, see Microfilter...
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Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Holder for beverages Homepage Hood Garage door opener, see Integrated Universal Horn Remote Control Hotel function, trunk lid Gasoline Hot exhaust gas system Gear change Hotline, see Owner's Handbook for Navigation, Gear display, Drivelogic Entertainment, Communication Gear shift indicator Hydroplaning...
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Jam protection system, glass sunroof Jam protection system, windows Jump-starting Maintenance Maintenance requirements Maintenance, service requirements Keyless Go, see Comfort Access Maintenance system, BMW Key, mechanical Make-up mirror Key, see Remote control Malfunction displays, see Check Control Knee airbag Manual air distribution 174,...
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Everything from A to Z REFERENCE M differential, active Notes, see Owner's Handbook for Navigation, MDM, M Dynamic Mode Entertainment, Communication M double-clutch transmission M Drive M Driver's Package, driving instructions M Dynamic Mode MDM OBD Onboard Diagnosis Measurement, units of OBD, see OBD Onboard Diagnosis Medical kit Obstacle marking, rearview camera...
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Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Parked-car ventilation Remote control for audio, see Owner's Hand‐ Parked vehicle, condensation book for Navigation, Entertainment, Communi‐ Parking aid, see PDC cation Parking brake Remote control, integrated key Parking lights Remote control, loss Parts and accessories Remote control, malfunction Passenger's side mirror, tilting downward Remote control, opening/closing...
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Socket Technical changes, see For Your Own Safety Socket, OBD Onboard Diagnosis Technical data Software update Technology, BMW M SOS button Telephone, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, Sound output, see Owner's Handbook for Navi‐ Entertainment and Communication gation, Entertainment, Communication Teleservices, see Owner's Handbook for Naviga‐...
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Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Theft alarm system, see Alarm system TV, see Owner's Handbook for Navigation, En‐ Thigh support tertainment, Communication Through-loading system Tilt alarm sensor Time Time of arrival Unintentional alarm Tire damage Units of measurement Tire identification marks Universal remote control Tire inflation pressure Unlocking, see Opening and Closing...
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Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Warning and indicator lights, see Check Con‐ trol Warning displays, see Check Control Warning messages, see Check Control Warning triangle Warranty Washer fluid Washer nozzles, windshield Washer system Washing the vehicle Water on roads Weights Welcome lights Welcome lights during unlocking...
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