Page 1 Contents BMW M The Ultimate Driving Machine® THE BMW M4 COUPE. OWNER'S MANUAL. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 974 597 - VI/16...
Page 3 We therefore strongly suggest: Read this Owner's Manual before starting off in your new BMW M4. Also use the Integrated Owner's Manual in your vehi‐ cle. It contains important information on vehicle operation that will help you make full use of the technical features available in your BMW M4.
Page 4 © 2016 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich, Germany Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. US English ID4 VI/16, 07 16 490 Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 974 597 - VI/16...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Displays Lights Safety Driving stability control systems Driving comfort Climate control Interior equipment Storage compartments Driving tips BMW M4 technology Things to remember when driving Loading Saving fuel Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 974 597 - VI/16...
Page 6 Internet Updates made after the editorial Owner's Manual and general information about deadline BMW, such as about the technology, in the In‐ ternet: www.bmwusa.com. Due to updates after the editorial deadline, dif‐ ferences may exist between the printed Own‐ BMW Driver’s Guide App er's Manual and the following Owner's Man‐...
Page 7 Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle. ▷ Online Owner's Manual. ▷ BMW Driver’s Guide app. Vehicle features and options Notes on updates can be found in the appen‐ This Owner's Manual describes all models and dix of the printed Owner's Manual for the vehi‐...
Page 8 ▷ California Emission Control System Lim‐ BMW parts and accessories have been tested ited Warranty. by BMW for their safety and suitability in BMW Detailed information about these warranties is vehicles. listed in the Service and Warranty Information BMW warrants genuine BMW parts and acces‐...
Page 9 Such damage is mation, e.g., an accident report, damage to the not covered by the BMW New Vehicle Limited vehicle, eye witness accounts — possibly with Warranty. the assistance of an expert.
Page 10 EDR is needed. In addition to the ve‐ the National Highway Traffic Safety Adminis‐ hicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law tration NHTSA, in addition to notifying BMW of enforcement, that have the special equipment, North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, West‐...
Page 11 Information formation about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov. For Canadian customers Canadian customers who wish to report a safety-related defect to Transport Canada, De‐ fect Investigations and Recalls, may call the toll-free hotline 1-800-333-0510. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety.
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Page 13: At A Glance
At a glance These overviews of buttons, switches and displays are intended to familiarize you with your vehicle. Moreover, you will become familiar with the available control concepts and options quickly. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 974 597 - VI/16...
Page 14: Cockpit
At a glance Cockpit Cockpit Vehicle features and options to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions This chapter describes all standard, country- and systems. When using these functions and specific and optional features offered with the systems, the applicable country provisions series.
Page 15 Cockpit At a glance Light switch 98 Cruise control: store speed Lights off Cruise control: resume speed Daytime running lights 100 Parking lights 98 Cruise control rocker switch Instrument cluster 80 beams 98 10 Steering wheel buttons, right Entertainment source, see Own‐ er's Manual for Navigation, Enter‐ Automatic headlamp con‐...
Page 16 At a glance Cockpit 16 Unlock hood 193 Functions and controls in the center console Control Display 18 PDC Park Distance Control 129 Ventilation 145 Rearview camera 132 Hazard warning system 212 Parking assistant 138 Surround View 132 Central locking system 38 Side View 135 Glove compartment 155 DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ Radio/CD/multimedia, see Owner's Manual trol 122 for Navigation, Entertainment and Commu‐...
Page 17 Cockpit At a glance 12 M double-clutch transmission selector Manual transmission selector lever 74 lever 74 In the vicinity of the roofliner Intelligent emergency call 212 Reading lights 101 Glass sunroof, electric 48 Interior lights 101 Indicator light, front-seat passen‐ airbag 106 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 974 597 - VI/16...
Page 18: Idrive
At a glance iDrive iDrive Vehicle features and options Overview of control elements This chapter describes all standard, country- Operation specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions.
Page 19 iDrive At a glance "Turn off control display" Move in four directions. Controller with navigation system Buttons on the controller The buttons can be used to open the menus Button Function directly. The controller can be used to select menu items and enter the settings. MENU Opens the main menu.
Page 20 At a glance iDrive Press. The main menu is displayed. All iDrive functions can be called up via the Move in two directions. main menu. Selecting menu items Highlighted menu items can be selected. Turn the controller until the desired menu item is highlighted.
Page 21 iDrive At a glance Opens new panel on top of previous Turn the controller until the desired setting screen. is displayed. White arrows pointing to the left or right indi‐ Press the controller. cate that additional panels can be opened. Activating/deactivating the functions Opening the Options menu Several menu items are preceded by a check‐...
Page 22 At a glance iDrive Example: setting the clock ▷ The system distinguishes between upper and lower-case letters and numbers. For entries, it may be necessary to change be‐ Setting the clock tween upper and lower-case letters, num‐ On the Control Display: bers and characters, refer to page 25.
Page 23 iDrive At a glance Turn the controller to set the hours, and Symbol Meaning then press the controller. SMS text message received. Turn the controller to set the minutes, and then press the controller. Check the SIM card. SIM card is blocked. Status information SIM card is missing.
Page 24 At a glance iDrive Switching the split screen on/off Saving a function On the Control Display: Highlight the function via iDrive. Press and hold the desired button, Press button. until a signal sounds. "Split screen" Running a function Selecting the display Press button.
Page 25 iDrive At a glance General information "OK": confirm the entry. Depending on the equipment package, the fol‐ Symbol Function lowing data can be deleted: ▷ Personal Profile settings. Press the controller: delete the let‐ ter or number. ▷ Stored radio stations. ▷...
Page 26: Voice Activation System
At a glance Voice activation system Voice activation system Vehicle features and options Using the voice activation system This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the Activating the voice activation system series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.
Page 27 Voice activation system At a glance Via short command E.g., if the "Settings" menu is displayed, the commands for the settings are read out loud. The desired tone settings can also be started via a short command. Executing functions using short Turn on the Entertainment sound output, if commands needed.
Page 28 At a glance Voice activation system Information on Emergency Requests Do not use the voice activation system to ini‐ tiate an Emergency Request. In stressful situa‐ tions, the voice and vocal pitch can change. This can unnecessarily delay the establish‐ ment of a phone connection.
Page 29: Integrated Owner's Manual In The Vehicle
Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle At a glance Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle Vehicle features and options Owner's Manual Search for information and descriptions by en‐ This chapter describes all standard, country- tering terms selected from the index. specific and optional features offered with the series.
Page 30 At a glance Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle Context help - operating instructions Programmable memory buttons for the currently selected function General information The relevant information can be opened di‐ rectly. The Owner's Manual can be stored on the pro‐ grammable memory buttons and called up di‐...
Page 31 Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle At a glance Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 974 597 - VI/16...
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Page 33: Controls
Controls The information in this chapter helps you in confidently operating your vehicle. All features and accessories that are useful for driving and your safety, comfort and convenience are described here. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 974 597 - VI/16...
Page 34: Opening And Closing
Controls Opening and closing Opening and closing Vehicle features and options WARNING Unlocking from the inside is only possi‐ This chapter describes all standard, country- ble with special knowledge. specific and optional features offered with the If people must spend a longer time in the vehi‐ series.
Page 35 Opening and closing Controls Unlocking the engine or the ignition using the Start/Stop button. Press button on the remote control. Lock Depending on the settings, refer to page 44, Press button on the remote control with the following access points are unlocked. the vehicle locked.
Page 36 Controls Opening and closing Opening Have old batteries disposed of by a dealer’s service center or another Press button on the remote control for qualified service center or repair shop approx. 1 second. or take them to a collection point. Panic mode New remote controls You can trigger the alarm system if you find...
Page 37 Opening and closing Controls Starting the engine via emergency NOTE detection of the remote control The door lock is permanently joined with the door. The door handle can be moved. When pulling the door handle with the integrated key inserted, paint or key can be damaged.
Page 38 Controls Opening and closing The alarm system is triggered when the door is ▷ On the door to be opened, pull the door opened, if the vehicle has been unlocked via handle twice: the first time unlocks the the door lock. door, the second time opens it.
Page 39 Opening and closing Controls Unlocking Closing Grasp the door handle on the driver's or front Touch the surface on the door handle of the passenger door completely, arrow. driver's or front passenger door, arrow, with your finger and hold it there without grasping This corresponds with pressing the button the door handle.
Page 40 Controls Opening and closing Opening WARNING Body parts can be jammed when operat‐ ing the tailgate. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that the area of movement of the tailgate is clear during opening and closing.◀ NOTE During opening, the tailgate pivots back and up.
Page 41 In the case of a malfunction, unlock and lock Press on the top half of the BMW label. the vehicle using the buttons of the remote control or using the integrated key, refer to ▷...
Page 42 Controls Opening and closing Locking separately If the vehicle is unlocked using a remote con‐ trol, the assigned personal driver profile will be The tailgate can be locked separately using the activated. All settings stored in the driver pro‐ switch in the glove compartment. If the glove file are automatically applied.
Page 43 Importing profiles The guest profile cannot be renamed. It is not assigned to the current remote control. Profiles exported via BMW Online can also be imported via BMW Online. Renaming profiles Profiles stored on a USB storage device can be A personal name can be assigned to every pro‐...
Page 44 On the Control Display: "Settings" "Settings" "Doors/key" "Profiles" Select the symbol. "Import profile" Select the desired function: BMW Online: "BMW Online" ▷ "Tailgate" USB interface: "USB device" The tailgate is opened. Display profile list during start ▷ "Tailgate + door(s)"...
Page 45 Opening and closing Controls Adjusting the last seat and mirror Tailgate with the alarm system position switched on "Settings" The tailgate can be opened even when the alarm system is switched on. "Doors/key" After the tailgate is closed, it is locked and "Last seat position autom."...
Page 46 Controls Opening and closing Switching off the alarm ▷ The indicator lamp flashes after unlocking until the engine ignition is switched on, but ▷ Unlock the vehicle with the remote control no longer than approx. 5 minutes: or switch on the ignition, if needed through An alarm has been triggered.
Page 47 Opening and closing Controls Overview Pinch protection system General information If closing force exceeds a specific threshold as a window closes, closing is interrupted. The window reopens slightly. Safety information WARNING Accessories on the windows such as an‐ Power windows tennas can impact jam protection.
Page 48 Controls Opening and closing Overview The roller sunblind for the rear window cannot be moved at low interior temperatures. Extending or retracting roller sunblind for rear window Press button. Glass sunroof, electric General information Tilting the glass sunroof The glass sunroof and the sliding visor can be Push switch briefly upward.
Page 49 Opening and closing Controls Closing from the raised position Closing by means of Comfort Access, refer to without pinch protection page 38. If there is an external danger, Comfort position push the switch forward past the If the glass sunroof is not completely opened resistance point and hold it.
Page 50: Settings
Controls Settings Settings Vehicle features and options the backrest so that it is in the most upright position as possible and do not adjust again This chapter describes all standard, country- while driving.◀ specific and optional features offered with the WARNING series.
Page 51 Settings Controls Forward/backward Seat tilt Pull the lever and slide the seat in the desired Pull the lever and move the seat to the desired direction. tilt. After releasing the lever, apply your weight to the seat or lift it off to make sure the seat After releasing the lever, move the seat for‐...
Page 52 Controls Settings Forward/backward Backrest tilt Push switch forward or backward. Move switch forward or backward. Height Lumbar support The curvature of the seat backrest can be ad‐ justed in a way that it supports the lumbar re‐ gion of the spine. The lower back and the spine are supported for upright posture.
Page 53 Settings Controls Front seat heating is a risk of injury. Fold back and lock the back‐ rests before driving.◀ Overview Manual length adjustment Comfort entry The comfort entry contains a memory function for forward/backward and backrest adjust‐ ment. Pull lever up to the stop. Seat heating Switching on Press button once for each tempera‐...
Page 54 Controls Settings Safety belts Electric forward/backward adjustment Comfort entry Number of safety belts The comfort entry contains a memory function The vehicle is fitted with four safety belts to for forward/backward and backrest adjust‐ ensure occupant safety. However, they can ment.
Page 55 Settings Controls Correct use of safety belts Damage to safety belts ▷ Wear the safety belt twist-free and as tight WARNING to your body as possible over your lap and The protective effect of the safety belts shoulders. may not be fully functional or fail in the follow‐ ▷...
Page 56 Controls Settings ▷ Do not use seat or head restraint covers. movement of the seat is clear prior to any ad‐ justment.◀ ▷ Do not hang objects, e.g., clothes hangers, directly on the head restraint. Overview ▷ Only use accessories that have been de‐ termined to be safe for attachment to a head restraint.
Page 57 Settings Controls Selecting a mirror ▷ Open and close the door or tailgate. ▷ Press a button on the remote control. To change over to the other mirror: ▷ Press the Start/Stop button. Slide the switch. Adjusting electrically Mirrors Press button. Exterior mirrors The mirror movement follows the but‐...
Page 58 Controls Settings Press button. ▷ Do not cover the area between the inside rearview mirror and the windshield. Possible at speeds up to approx. 15 mph/20 km/h. Steering wheel Fold the mirrors in and out is advantageous in the following situations: Safety information ▷...
Page 59 Settings Controls Heated steering wheel Switching on/off Press button. ▷ On: the LED lights up. ▷ Off: the LED goes out. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 974 597 - VI/16...
Page 60: Transporting Children Safely
Controls Transporting children safely Transporting children safely Vehicle features and options to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions This chapter describes all standard, country- and systems. When using these functions and specific and optional features offered with the systems, the applicable country provisions series.
Page 61 Transporting children safely Controls WARNING jury. Make sure that the front-seat passenger airbags are deactivated and that the PASSEN‐ The stability of the child restraint system GER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp lights up.◀ is limited or compromised with incorrect seat adjustment or improper installation of the child After installing a child restraint system in the seat.
Page 62 Controls Transporting children safely Locking the safety belt Unlocking the safety belt Pull out the belt strap completely. Unbuckle the belt buckle. Secure the child restraint system with the Remove the child restraint system. safety belt. Allow the belt strap to be pulled in com‐ Allow the belt strap to be pulled in and pull pletely.
Page 63 Transporting children safely Controls Only mount child restraint systems to the up‐ per retaining straps.◀ Routing the retaining strap WARNING If the upper retaining strap is incorrectly used for the child restraint system, the protec‐ tive effect can be reduced. There is a risk of in‐ jury.
Page 64: Driving
Controls Driving Driving Vehicle features and options Ignition off M double-clutch transmission: press the Start/ This chapter describes all standard, country- Stop button again without stepping on the specific and optional features offered with the brake. series. It also describes features that are not Manual transmission: press the Start/Stop but‐...
Page 65 Driving Controls ▷ After approx. 8 minutes. ▷ On uphill grades or on a downhill slope, turn the front wheels in the direction of the ▷ When the vehicle is locked using the cen‐ curb. tral locking system. ▷ On uphill grades or on a downhill slope, ▷...
Page 66 Controls Driving Engine stop M double-clutch transmission Switching off the engine Safety information Apply the brakes until the vehicle comes to WARNING a stop. Unattended children or animals can Press the Start/Stop button. cause the vehicle to move and endanger them‐ The engine is switched off.
Page 67 Driving Controls ▷ The selector lever is in selector lever posi‐ ▷ Vehicle battery is heavily discharged. tion D. ▷ At higher elevations. ▷ The brake pedal remains depressed while ▷ The engine compartment lid is unlocked. the vehicle is stopped. ▷...
Page 68 Controls Driving ▷ Fogging of the windows when the auto‐ ▷ LED comes on: Auto Start/Stop function is matic climate control is switched on. deactivated. ▷ Vehicle battery is heavily discharged. The engine is started during an automatic engine stop. ▷...
Page 69 Driving Controls Parking brake Releasing Safety information WARNING An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and possibly roll away. There is a risk of an ac‐ cident. Before exiting, secure the vehicle against rolling. In order to ensure that the vehicle is secured against rolling away, observe the following: Raise lever slightly, press the button and guide ▷...
Page 70 Controls Driving Safety information The turn signal flashes three times. The function can be activated or deactivated. WARNING On the Control Display: If the wipers start moving in the folded away state, body parts can be jammed or dam‐ "Settings" age may occur to parts of the vehicle.
Page 71 Driving Controls Switching off and brief wipe Activating/deactivating Press the lever down. Press button on the wiper lever. Wiping is started. ▷ To switch off from fast wiper speed: press down twice. If the vehicle is equipped with a rain sensor: ▷...
Page 72 Controls Driving Windshield and headlamp washer Fold-away position of the wipers system Concept Safety information The wipers can be folded away from the wind‐ shield in the fold-away position. WARNING The washer fluid can freeze onto the win‐ General information dow at low temperatures and obstruct the Important, e.g., when changing the wiper view.
Page 73 Use of BMW’s Windshield Washer Concen‐ + 5 ℉/- 15 ℃. trate or the equivalent is recommended.◀ WARNING Washer fluid can ignite and catch fire on contact with hot engine parts.
Page 74 Controls Driving Manual transmission M double-clutch transmission with Drivelogic Safety information General information WARNING The M double-clutch transmission with Drive‐ An unsecured vehicle can begin to move logic is an automatic shift transmission with and possibly roll away. There is a risk of an ac‐ two clutches and partial transmissions in which cident.
Page 75 Driving Controls Selector lever, selector lever positions This can also be used for rocking the vehicle in the snow. To do this, switch between reverse Overview gear and forward gear without stepping on the brakes in the process. Safety information NOTE When using the function and simultane‐...
Page 76 Controls Driving S is Sequential mode Displays in the instrument cluster Use the shift paddles or the selector lever to Drive mode upshift or downshift without letting off the gas. ▷ Engaged gear together with ▷ Shortly before falling below a gear-de‐ a D, arrow 1.
Page 77 Driving Controls Using the shift paddles on the steering Selecting driving program using wheel button in center console ▷ Shift up: pull right shift paddle. Press button repeatedly until the de‐ sired driving program is displayed in ▷ Shift down: pull left shift paddle. the instrument cluster.
Page 78 Controls Driving WARNING Fully depress the accelerator pedal. Depending on the setting, the DSC may The starting engine speed adjusts. only be available to a limited extent or may not A flag symbol appears in the instrument be available with activated M drive. There is a cluster.
Page 79 Driving Controls Programs Display in the instrument cluster Response behavior options: Engine Dynamics Control with selected program with activated Display of the ▷ "Efficient": efficient, comfortable. Minimal system states of the driving dynamics, fuel consumption. refer to page 87. Ideal, e.g., in city traffic or on snow. ▷...
Page 80: Displays
Controls Displays Displays Vehicle features and options to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions This chapter describes all standard, country- and systems. When using these functions and specific and optional features offered with the systems, the applicable country provisions series.
Page 81 Displays Controls ▷ Energy recovery, refer to page 87. Several of the lights are checked for proper functioning and light up temporarily when the ▷ Gear display with Drivelogic, refer to engine is started or the ignition is switched on. page 86.
Page 82 Controls Displays Indicator lamp flashes: acute warning of the For additional information, refer to Dynamic imminent danger of a collision when the vehi‐ Stability Control DSC, refer to page 122. cle approaches another vehicle at a relatively high differential speed. M Dynamic Mode MDM Intervention by braking or make an evasive ma‐...
Page 83 Displays Controls ▷ Malfunction: have the system checked by a Parking lights, headlight dealer’s service center or another qualified Parking lights or headlights are acti‐ service center or repair shop. vated. For more information, see Tire Pressure Moni‐ For additional information, refer to tor, refer to page 106.
Page 84 Controls Displays SMS text messages eral malfunctions occur at once, the mes‐ sages are displayed consecutively. SMS text messages in combination with a symbol in the instrument cluster explain a These messages can be hidden for approx. Check Control message and the meaning of 8 seconds.
Page 85 Displays Controls Tachometer Odometer and trip odometer The yellow and red LEDs display Display the permitted speed range. The ▷ Odometer, arrow 1. permitted engine speed in‐ creases as the engine oil tem‐ ▷ Trip odometer, arrow 2. perature increases. Avoid engine speeds in the yellow warning field.
Page 86 Controls Displays Time Gear display with Drivelogic The time is displayed in the in‐ Sequential mode strument cluster. ▷ Engaged gear, arrow 1. When the digital tachometer is ▷ Selected driving program, activated, the time can be dis‐ Drivelogic, arrow 2. played in the onboard computer.
Page 87 Displays Controls Current fuel consumption EfficientDynamics display Display Displaying Efficient Dynamics Information on fuel consumption and technol‐ Displays the current fuel con‐ ogy can be displayed while driving. sumption. Check whether you are currently driving in an effi‐ "Vehicle info" cient and environmentally- "EfficientDynamics"...
Page 88 Controls Displays Display Symbols Description M Engine Dynamics Control, refer Detailed information on service to page 78. requirements More information on the scope of service re‐ Adaptive M chassis, refer to quired can be displayed on the Control Dis‐ page 124. play.
Page 89 Displays Controls Speed Limit Info Adjust the settings. Confirm. Speed Limit Info The entered date is stored. Concept Automatic Service Request Speed Limit Info shows the current maximum Data regarding the service status or legally permitted speed in the instrument cluster. mandated vehicle inspections is automatically transmitted to your dealer’s service center be‐...
Page 90 Controls Displays Keep the windshield in front of the interior mir‐ ▷ When driving toward bright lights or strong ror clean and clear. reflections. ▷ When the windshield in front of the interior mirror is fogged over, dirty or covered by a Switching on/off sticker, etc.
Page 91 Displays Controls Activating a list and adjusting the Calling up information on the CID setting (central information display) On the right side of the steering wheel, turn Press and hold button on signal lever. the thumbwheel to activate the corresponding Information is displayed in the CID (central in‐...
Page 92 Controls Displays Distance to destination On the Control Display: The distance remaining to the destination is "Settings" displayed if a destination is entered in the navi‐ "Instrument cluster" gation system before the trip is started. Select the desired information. The distance to the destination is adopted au‐ Settings are stored for the profile currently tomatically.
Page 93 Displays Controls Reset the fuel consumption or speed Activating/deactivating the speed warning On the Control Display: On the Control Display: "Vehicle info" "Settings" "Onboard info" "Speed" "Consumpt." or "Speed" "Warning" "Yes" Press the controller. Sport displays Setting your current speed as the speed warning The concept On the Control Display:...
Page 94 Controls Displays Language Turn the controller until the desired mi‐ nutes are displayed. Setting the language Press the controller. To set the language on the Control Display: The time is stored. "Settings" Setting the time format "Language/Units" "Settings" "Language:" "Time/Date" Select the desired language.
Page 95 Display, refer to page 221. If GPS geolocation has been activated, the cur‐ Switching on/off rent vehicle position can be displayed in the BMW ConnectedDrive app or in the Connec‐ "Settings" tedDrive customer portal. "Head-Up Display" "Settings"...
Page 96 Controls Displays Setting the rotation Activate M view: Select displays in the Head-up Display. The screen of the Head-up Display can be ro‐ tated around its own axis. Selecting displays in the Head-up On the Control Display: Display "Settings" On the Control Display: "Head-Up Display"...
Page 97 Displays Controls Shift lights in the instrument cluster Display Display ▷ Current engine speed is displayed in the tachometer. ▷ Current engine speed is displayed in the ▷ Arrow 1: successive yellow illuminated tachometer. fields indicate the upcoming shift moment. ▷...
Page 98: Lights
Controls Lights Lights Vehicle features and options Symbol Function This chapter describes all standard, country- Low beams specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due Instrument lighting to the selected options or country versions.
Page 99 Lights Controls Switching on Headlamp courtesy delay feature General information The low beams stay lit for a short while if the headlight flasher is switched on after the radio- ready state is switched off. Setting the duration On the Control Display: "Settings"...
Page 100 Controls Lights For example, the sensors are unable to detect Depending on the equipment version, Adap‐ fog or hazy weather. To avoid safety risks un‐ tive Light Control consists of one or several der these conditions, you should always switch systems: on the lights manually.
Page 101 Lights Controls General information ually switch off the high beams in situations where required to avoid a safety risk. The system responds to light from oncoming traffic and traffic driving ahead of you, and to The system is not fully functional in the follow‐ adequate illumination, e.g., in towns and cities.
Page 102 Controls Lights Overview thumbwheel for the instrument lighting or on the Control Display. On the Control Display: "Settings" "Lighting" "Brightness:" Adjust the brightness. Interior lights Reading lights Switching the interior lights on and off Press button. To switch off permanently: press the button for approx.
Page 103: Safety
Safety Controls Safety Vehicle features and options to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions This chapter describes all standard, country- and systems. When using these functions and specific and optional features offered with the systems, the applicable country provisions series.
Page 104 Make sure that occupants keep their heads Vehicle modifications for a person with disabili‐ away from the side airbag. ties may affect the air bag system; therefore, contact BMW Customer Relations or your au‐ ▷ Always grasp the steering wheel on the thorized BMW service center.
Page 105 Safety Controls Safety information WARNING Improperly executed work can lead to WARNING failure, malfunction or unintentional triggering To ensure the front-seat passenger air‐ of the airbag system. In the case of a malfunc‐ bag function, the system must be able to de‐ tion, the airbag system might not trigger as in‐...
Page 106 Controls Safety Indicator lamp for the front-seat on the positions of the driver's/front passeng‐ passenger airbags er's seat. To maintain the accuracy of this function over the long term, calibrate the front seats as soon as a respective message appears on the Con‐ trol Display.
Page 107 Safety Controls General information All wheels are yellow With use of the system observe further infor‐ A flat tire or major drop in inflation pressure in mation found under Tire inflation pressure, re‐ several tires. fer to page 180. Gray wheels Functional requirements The system cannot detect a flat tire.
Page 108 Controls Safety You may interrupt this trip at any time. When At the next opportunity, e.g., gas station, you continue the reset resumes automatically. check and correct the tire inflation pres‐ sure in all four tires, if necessary. Messages Reset the system. Required tire inflation pressure check Message in case of sharp tire inflation message...
Page 109 Safety Controls If identification of flat tire damage is not ▷ TPM was unable to complete the reset. possible, please contact a dealer’s service Reset the system again. center or another qualified service center ▷ Interference caused by systems or devices or repair shop.
Page 110 Controls Safety sequent vehicle start-ups as long as the mal‐ WARNING function exists. When the malfunction indicator Due to system limits, individual functions is illuminated, the system may not be able to can malfunction during tow-starting/towing detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. with the Intelligent Safety systems activated, TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of e.g., approach control warning with light brak‐...
Page 111 Safety Controls Detection range Press button: the systems are turned on. The LED lights up. Settings can be made on the Control Display. Approach control warning with City light braking function Concept Objects are responded to if they are detected The system can help prevent accidents.
Page 112 Controls Safety Overview Setting the warning time The warning time can be set via iDrive. Button in the vehicle "Settings" "Frontal Coll. Warning" Activate the desired time on the Control Display. The selected time is stored for the profile cur‐ rently used.
Page 113 Safety Controls Acute warnings can also be triggered without ▷ Slow moving vehicles when you approach previous forewarning. them at high speed. ▷ Vehicles that suddenly swerve in front of Braking intervention you, or sharply decelerating vehicles. The warning prompts the driver himself/herself ▷...
Page 114 Controls Safety The camera in the area of the rearview mirror conditions. Watch traffic closely and actively controls the system. intervene in the respective situations.◀ WARNING General information Due to system limits, individual functions With sufficient brightness, the system warns can malfunction during tow-starting/towing about possible collision danger with pedes‐...
Page 115 Safety Controls Switching on/off Object detection can be restricted. Observe the limitations of the detection range and func‐ Switching on automatically tional restrictions. The system is automatically active after every System limits driving off. Safety information Switching off WARNING Press button: the systems are turned off.
Page 116 Controls Safety Overview ▷ During calibration of the camera immedi‐ ately after vehicle delivery. Button in the vehicle ▷ If there are constant blinding effects be‐ cause of oncoming light, e.g., from the sun low in the sky. ▷ When it is dark outside. Lane departure warning Concept Starting at a specific speed, this system alerts...
Page 117 Safety Controls Issued warning ▷ When the windshield in front of the interior mirror is fogged over, dirty or covered with If you leave the lane and if a lane marking has stickers, etc. been detected, the steering wheel begins vi‐ brating.
Page 118 Controls Safety Overview Display Button in the vehicle Lamp in the exterior mirror housing Active Blind Spot Detection Prewarning The dimmed lamp in the exterior mirror hous‐ ing indicates when there are vehicles in the Radar sensors blind spot or approaching from behind. Acute warning If the turn signal is set while a vehicle is in the critical zone, the steering wheel vibrates briefly...
Page 119 Safety Controls Functional limitations General information The system may not be fully functional in the following situations: ▷ When a vehicle is approaching at a speed much faster than your own. ▷ In heavy fog, rain or snowfall. ▷ In tight curves or on narrow lanes. ▷...
Page 120 Controls Safety This procedure takes the following criteria into account: ▷ Personal driving style, e.g., steering behav‐ ior. ▷ Driving conditions, e.g., length of trip. Starting at approximately 43 mph/70 km/h, the system is active and can display a recommen‐ dation to take a break.
Page 121: Driving Stability Control Systems
Driving stability control systems Controls Driving stability control systems Vehicle features and options When the engine is started, an efficient vehicle state is active by default. M Drive is deacti‐ This chapter describes all standard, country- vated. specific and optional features offered with the series.
Page 122 Controls Driving stability control systems Select the desired setting option. To reactivate all settings made for M Drive on the Control Display, briefly press one of the fol‐ Select the desired channel. lowing buttons: Individual settings are stored for the profile ▷...
Page 123 Driving stability control systems Controls Deactivating DSC situations. There is a risk of an accident. Adjust the driving style to the traffic conditions. Watch Press and hold this button but not longer traffic closely and actively intervene in the re‐ than approx.
Page 124 Controls Driving stability control systems To increase vehicle stability, activate DSC Indicator lights light up: again as soon as possible. M Dynamic Mode is activated. Activating MDM DSC indicator lamp also flashes: Press button briefly. M Dynamic Mode controls the drive forces and brake forces.
Page 125 Driving stability control systems Controls Drive-off assistant ▷ "Sport Plus": consistently sporty. Selecting a channel Concept This system supports driving off on inclines. Via M Drive The parking brake is not required. "Settings" Driving off with the drive-off assistant "M Drive 1" or "M Drive 2" Hold the vehicle in place with the foot Select the symbol.
Page 126 Controls Driving stability control systems Selecting a channel Via M Drive On the Control Display: "Settings" "M Drive 1" or "M Drive 2" Select the symbol. Select the desired channel. When M Drive is active, setting is immedi‐ ately applied. To activate M Drive with the selected settings, press the corresponding button on the steer‐...
Page 127: Driving Comfort
Driving comfort Controls Driving comfort Vehicle features and options ▷ On winding roads. ▷ In heavy traffic. This chapter describes all standard, country- ▷ On slippery roads, in fog, snow or rain, or specific and optional features offered with the on a loose road surface.
Page 128 Controls Driving comfort DSC will be switched on, if needed. When the system is switched on, the current speed is maintained and stored as the desired Switching off speed. The stored speed is displayed in the speedom‐ Press button on the steering wheel. eter and briefly in the instrument cluster, refer to page 129.
Page 129 Driving comfort Controls After the rocker switch is released, the ve‐ ▷ The marking does not light up: the system hicle maintains its final speed. Pressing the is switched off. switch beyond the resistance point causes the vehicle to accelerate more rapidly. Brief status display Selected desired speed.
Page 130 Controls Driving comfort Ultrasound sensors ▷ By the front sensors and the two rear cor‐ ner sensors at approx. 24 in/60 cm from Ultrasound sensors of the PDC, the object. e.g., in the bumpers. ▷ By the rear middle sensors at a distance to the object of approx.
Page 131 Driving comfort Controls If the distance to a detected object is less than the information regarding the system limits approx. 10 inches/25 cm, a continuous tone is and actively intervene, if needed.◀ sounded. Limits of ultrasonic measurement With front PDC: if objects are located both in front of and behind the vehicle, an alternating Ultrasonic measurements might not function in continuous signal is sounded.
Page 132 Controls Driving comfort Safety information ▷ On rough road surfaces. ▷ On uneven surfaces, such as speed WARNING bumps. The system does not relieve from the ▷ In large buildings with right angles and personal responsibility to correctly assess the smooth walls, e.g., in underground ga‐...
Page 133 Driving comfort Controls Switching on/off Lanes and turning radius are indicated. ▷ Obstacle marking Switching on automatically "Obstacle marking" The system is switched on automatically if se‐ Spatially-shaped markings are displayed. lector lever position R is engaged when the en‐ gine is running.
Page 134 Controls Driving comfort Only one turning radius line is displayed after Turn the steering wheel to the point where the steering wheel is turned past a certain an‐ the pathway line covers the corresponding gle. turning radius line. Obstacle marking Display settings Obstacle markings can be faded into the image Brightness...
Page 135 Driving comfort Controls Side View Cameras Concept Side View provides an early look at cross traffic at blind driveways and intersections. Road users concealed by obstacles to the left and right of the vehicle can only be detected rela‐ tively late from the driver's seat. To improve visibility, two cameras in the front of the vehi‐...
Page 136 Controls Driving comfort The range is at least 7 ft/2 m to the side and rear. In this way, obstacles up to the height of the exterior mirrors are detected early. Safety information WARNING The system does not relieve from the personal responsibility to correctly assess the Guidelines at the bottom of the image show traffic situation.
Page 137 Driving comfort Controls Rearview camera The display appears as soon as Top View is activated. The image quality may be impaired by dirt. If required, clean the camera lenses. When the image of the rearview camera is dis‐ played, it is possible to switch to top view: Switching on/off "Rear view camera"...
Page 138 Controls Driving comfort System limits Safety information Top View cannot be used in the following sit‐ WARNING uations: The system does not release from the ▷ With a door open. personal responsibility to correctly assess the traffic situation. Based on the limits of the sys‐ ▷...
Page 139 Driving comfort Controls Ultrasound sensors Switching on and activating Switching on with the button Press park assistance button. The LED lights up. The current status of the parking space search is indicated on the Control Display. Parking assistant is activated automatically. Switching on with reverse gear The four ultrasound sensors for measuring parking spaces are located in the front and rear...
Page 140 Controls Driving comfort Interrupting manually ▷ Control Display shows suitable parking spaces at the edge of the road next to the The parking assistant can be interrupted at any vehicle symbol. When the parking assistant time: is active, suitable parking spaces are high‐ ▷...
Page 141 Driving comfort Controls Resuming Limits of ultrasonic measurement An interrupted parking procedure can be con‐ Ultrasonic measurements might not function in tinued, if needed. the following situations: Reactivate the parking assistant, refer to ▷ For small children and animals. page 139, and follow the instructions on the ▷...
Page 142: Climate Control
Controls Climate control Climate control Vehicle features and options to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions This chapter describes all standard, country- and systems. When using these functions and specific and optional features offered with the systems, the applicable country provisions series.
Page 143 Climate control Controls Climate control functions in detail When using the automatic climate control, condensation water, refer to page 167, devel‐ Switching the system on/off ops and drains underneath the vehicle. This is normal. Switching on Maximum cooling Press any button except Press button.
Page 144 Controls Climate control Automatic recirculated-air control/ Manual air distribution recirculated-air mode Press button repeatedly to select a You may react to unpleasant odors or pollu‐ program: tants in the immediate environment by tempo‐ ▷ Upper body region. rarily suspending the supply of outside air. The system then recirculates the air currently ▷...
Page 145 Climate control Controls Ventilation Ventilation in the rear Front ventilation ▷ Thumbwheel for variable opening and closing of the vents, arrow 1. ▷ Lever for changing the air flow direction, ▷ Thumbwheel to vary the ventilation tem‐ arrow 1. perature, arrow 2. ▷...
Page 146 Controls Climate control Preselecting the activation time On the Control Display: "Settings" "Climate" "Timer 1:" or "Timer 2:" Set the desired time. Activating the activation time On the Control Display: "Settings" "Climate" "Activate timer 1" or "Activate timer 2" The symbol on the automatic climate con‐ trol lights up when the switch-on time is acti‐...
Page 147: Interior Equipment
Interior equipment Controls Interior equipment Vehicle features and options the safety instructions of the hand-held trans‐ mitter.◀ This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the Compatibility series. It also describes features that are not If this symbol is printed on the packag‐ necessarily available in your vehicle, e.
Page 148 Controls Interior equipment proximately 20 seconds until the LED on flashing rapidly and then stays lit constantly for the interior mirror flashes. This erases all 2 seconds, the system features a rolling code programming of the buttons on the interior radio system.
Page 149 Interior equipment Controls Likewise, press and hold the button of the idly. All stored functions will be deleted. The desired function on the hand-held trans‐ functions cannot be deleted individually. mitter. Release both buttons as soon as the inte‐ Digital compass rior mirror LED flashes more rapidly.
Page 150 Controls Interior equipment World map with magnetic zones Procedure Procedure Press and hold the control button for ap‐ Make sure that there are no large metallic prox. 3 to 4 seconds. The number of the objects or overhead power lines near the set compass zone appears in the mirror.
Page 151 Interior equipment Controls Settings are stored automatically after approxi‐ cigarette lighter and do not burn themselves, mately 10 seconds. e.g., by carrying the remote control with you when exiting the vehicle.◀ NOTE Sun visor If metal objects fall into the socket, they can cause a short circuit.
Page 152 Controls Interior equipment In the cargo area a risk of property damage. Only connect bat‐ tery chargers for the vehicle battery to the starting aid terminals in the engine compart‐ ment.◀ NOTE If metal objects fall into the socket, they can cause a short circuit.
Page 153 Interior equipment Controls USB interface in the center console Connecting an external device In addition to the USB storage devices descri‐ Observe the following when connecting: bed above, additional mobile devices with USB ▷ Do not use force when plugging the con‐ port can be connected to the USB interface in nector into the USB interface.
Page 154 Controls Interior equipment Through-loading system The unlocked backrest moves forward slightly. Concept The cargo area can be enlarged by folding down the rear seat backrest. The rear seat backrest is divided into two parts at a ratio of 60 to 40. The sides can be folded down separately or to‐...
Page 155: Storage Compartments
Storage compartments Controls Storage compartments Vehicle features and options ▷ Storage compartment in the front center armrest, refer to page 156. This chapter describes all standard, country- ▷ Compartments in the doors, refer to specific and optional features offered with the page 156.
Page 156 Controls Storage compartments Front storage compartment Closing Fold cover closed. Locking The glove compartment can be locked with an integrated key to separately secure the tail‐ gate, refer to page 42, e.g. This prevents access to the glove compart‐ ment and to the cargo area. After the glove compartment is locked, the re‐...
Page 157 Storage compartments Controls Clothes hooks Repositioning Center armrest can be pushed forwards or Safety information backwards. It engages in the end positions. WARNING Connection for an external audio Clothing articles on the clothes hooks device can obstruct the view while driving. There is a An external audio device, e.g., risk of an accident.
Page 158 Controls Storage compartments Multi-function hook Information WARNING Improper use of the multi-function hooks can lead to a risk of objects flying about during braking and evasive maneuvers. There is a risk of injury and risk of property damage. Only hang lightweight objects, e.g., shopping bags, Raise the cargo floor panel, arrow 1, and latch from the multi-function hooks.
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Page 161: Driving Tips
Driving tips This chapter provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating modes. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 974 597 - VI/16...
Page 162: Bmw M4 Technology
Driving tips BMW M4 technology BMW M4 technology Vehicle features and options Compound brake This chapter describes all standard, country- The high-performance braking system has specific and optional features offered with the perforated compound brake discs. series. It also describes features that are not Because of particular structural characteristics, necessarily available in your vehicle, e.
Page 163 BMW M4 technology Driving tips To do this, also follow the instructions in Washing the vehicle, refer to page 218, and Braking safely, refer to page 166. Drivetrain With this vehicle, particular value was placed on the direct connection from engine to the drivetrain.
Page 164: Things To Remember When Driving
Driving tips Things to remember when driving Things to remember when driving Vehicle features and options At 1,200 miles/2,000 km Have drive-in checkup maintenance per‐ This chapter describes all standard, country- formed. specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not From 1,200 miles/2,000 km to necessarily available in your vehicle, e.
Page 165 Things to remember when driving Driving tips Mobile communication devices in the tioned have to be renewed in the course of the vehicle vehicle's operating life. WARNING Vehicle electronics and mobile phones General driving notes can influence one another. There is radiation due to the transmission operations of mobile Closing the trunk lid phones.
Page 166 Driving tips Things to remember when driving Braking safely Hills Your vehicle is equipped with ABS as a stand‐ WARNING ard feature. Light but consistent brake pressure can Perform an emergency stop in situations that lead to high temperatures, brakes wearing out require such.
Page 167 Things to remember when driving Driving tips Condensation water under the parked vehicle When using the automatic climate control, condensation water develops and collects un‐ derneath the vehicle. Ground clearance NOTE If ground clearance is insufficient, there might be contact with the front or rear spoiler, e.g., when driving over curbs or entering into underground vehicle parking garages.
Page 168: Loading
Driving tips Loading Loading Vehicle features and options NOTE Fluids in the cargo area can cause dam‐ This chapter describes all standard, country- age. There is a risk of property damage. Make specific and optional features offered with the sure that no fluids leak in the cargo area.◀ series.
Page 169 Loading Driving tips Lashing eyes in the cargo available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. area Load There are four lashing eyes in the cargo area for securing cargo. The maximum load is the sum of the weight of Attach load securing aids, such as lashing the occupants and the cargo.
Page 170 Driving tips Loading Safety information ▷ The roof load should not extend past the loading area. WARNING ▷ Always place the heaviest pieces on the When driving with roof load, e.g., with bottom. roof-mounted luggage rack, driving safety may ▷ Secure the roof luggage firmly, e.g., using not be ensured in driving-critical situations due ratchet straps.
Page 171: Saving Fuel
Saving fuel Driving tips Saving fuel Vehicle features and options Close the windows and glass sunroof This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the Driving with the glass sunroof and windows series. It also describes features that are not open results in increased air resistance and necessarily available in your vehicle, e.
Page 172 BMW recommends that maintenance work be a halt. performed by a BMW dealer’s service center. For going downhill take your foot off the accel‐ For information on the BMW Maintenance erator and let the vehicle roll.
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Page 175: Mobility
Mobility In order to always ensure your mobility, you will find important information on operating fluids, wheels and tires, maintenance and Roadside Assistance in the following. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 974 597 - VI/16...
Page 176: Refueling
Mobility Refueling Refueling Vehicle features and options Fuel cap This chapter describes all standard, country- Opening specific and optional features offered with the Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler series. It also describes features that are not flap.
Page 177 Refueling Mobility Close the fuel filler flap. WARNING The retaining strap of the fuel cap can be jammed and crushed during closing. The cap cannot be correctly closed. Fuel or fuel vapors can escape. There is a risk of injury or risk of property damage.
Page 178: Fuel
Mobility Fuel Fuel Vehicle features and options Safety information NOTE This chapter describes all standard, country- Do not press the Start/Stop button after specific and optional features offered with the refueling with the wrong fuel. Furthermore, the series. It also describes features that are not catalytic converter is permanently damaged.
Page 179 Failure to comply with these recommendations may result in the need for unscheduled main‐ tenance.◀ Recommended fuel grade BMW recommends AKI 93. Minimum fuel grade BMW recommends AKI 91. If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI Rat‐ ing, the engine may produce knocking sounds when starting at high outside temperatures.
Page 180: Wheels And Tires
Mobility Wheels and tires Wheels and tires Vehicle features and options than 1.25 miles/2 km or when the vehicle has been parked for at least 2 hours. This chapter describes all standard, country- The displays of inflation devices may under- specific and optional features offered with the read by up to 0.1 bar/2 psi.
Page 181 Wheels and tires Mobility Tire inflation pressure values up to Tire inflation pressure values over 100 mph/160 km/h 100 mph/160 km/h M4 Coupe M4 Coupe Tire size Pressure specifications in Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI bar/PSI Specifications Specifications in bar/PSI with...
Page 182 Mobility Wheels and tires S = up to 112 mph, 180 km/h under controlled conditions on a specified gov‐ ernment test course. E.g., a tire graded 150 T = up to 118 mph, 190 km/h would wear one and one-half, 1 g, times as well H = up to 131 mph, 210 km/h on the government course as a tire graded V = up to 150 mph, 240 km/h...
Page 183 Wheels and tires Mobility Tire damage in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.◀ General information Inspect your tires regularly for damage, foreign objects lodged in the tread, and tread wear. Winter and all-season tires with better cold weather performance than summer tires.
Page 184 You can ask the dealer’s service center or an‐ other qualified service center or repair shop about the correct wheel/tire combination and For each tire size, BMW recommends certain wheel rim versions for the vehicle. tire brands. These can be identified by a star on the tire sidewall.
Page 185 Wheels and tires Mobility Maximum speed of winter tires ▷ If necessary, set up a warning triangle at an appropriate distance. If the maximum speed of the vehicle is higher than the permissible speed for the winter tires, then attach a corresponding information label/ Mobility System sticker in the field of view.
Page 186 Mobility Wheels and tires Sealant container Filling the tire with sealant Shake the sealant container. ▷ Sealant container, arrow 1. ▷ Filling hose, arrow 2. Pull the connection hose fully out of the Observe use-by date on the sealant container. compressor housing.
Page 187 Wheels and tires Mobility Insert the sealant container on the com‐ With the ignition turned on or the engine pressor housing in an upright position. running, switch on the compressor. DANGER Screw the filling hose of the sealant con‐ tainer onto the tire valve of the nonworking If the exhaust pipe is blocked or ventila‐...
Page 188 Mobility Wheels and tires If a tire inflation pressure of 2 bar cannot be ▷ To reduce the pressure: press the but‐ reached, contact your dealer’s service cen‐ ton on the compressor. ter or another qualified service center or Continuing the trip repair shop.
Page 189 Wheels and tires Mobility Do not initialize the Tire Pressure Monitor after WARNING mounting snow chains, as doing so may result The vehicle jack is optimized for lifting in incorrect readings. the vehicle and for the jacking points on the When driving with snow chains, if needed, vehicle only.
Page 190 Mobility Wheels and tires On slight down-hill grades Jacking points for the vehicle jack If a wheel needs to be changed on a slight The jacking points for the vehicle jack are lo‐ down-hill grade, place wheel chocks or other cated at the positions shown.
Page 191 Wheels and tires Mobility position and do not change this position Make sure that the vehicle jack foot is ex‐ while using the vehicle jack.◀ tended vertically. Make sure that the vehicle jack foot stands Insert the vehicle jack into the rectangular vertically and perpendicularly beneath the recess of the jacking point closest to the jacking point after extending the vehicle...
Page 192 Mobility Wheels and tires Turn the crank of the vehicle jack counter‐ clockwise to retract the vehicle jack and lower the vehicle. Remove the vehicle jack. After the wheel change Tighten the lug bolts crosswise. The tight‐ ening torque is 101 lb ft/140 Nm. Stow the nonworking wheel in the cargo area.
Page 193: Engine Compartment
Engine compartment Mobility Engine compartment Vehicle features and options to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions This chapter describes all standard, country- and systems. When using these functions and specific and optional features offered with the systems, the applicable country provisions series.
Page 194 Mobility Engine compartment WARNING Hood is unlocked. The engine compartment accommo‐ dates moving components. Certain compo‐ nents in the engine compartment can also move with the vehicle switched off, e.g., the ra‐ diator fan. There is a risk of injury. Do not reach into the area of moving parts.
Page 195: Engine Oil
Engine oil Mobility Engine oil Vehicle features and options Electronic oil measurement This chapter describes all standard, country- Status display specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not Concept necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due The engine oil level is monitored electronically to the selected options or country versions.
Page 196 Mobility Engine oil Take care not to add too much engine oil. Time: approx. 1 minute. NOTE Too much engine oil can damage the en‐ Adding engine oil gine or the catalytic converter. There is a risk of property damage. Do not add too much en‐ General information gine oil.
Page 197 Mobility Overview Oil rating The oil filler neck is located in the engine com‐ BMW Longlife-01 FE. partment, refer to page 193. Opening the oil filler neck More information about suitable engine oil rat‐ ings and viscosities of engine oils is available Open the hood, refer to page 193.
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Page 199: Coolant
Coolant Mobility Coolant Vehicle features and options Coolant level This chapter describes all standard, country- Checking specific and optional features offered with the Let the engine cool. series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly to the selected options or country versions.
Page 200 Mobility Coolant Adding Let the engine cool. Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly counterclockwise to allow any excess pressure to dissipate, then open it. If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to the specified level; do not overfill. Close the cap.
Page 201: Maintenance
Storage periods Storage periods during which the vehicle bat‐ BMW maintenance system tery was disconnected are not taken into ac‐ count. The maintenance system indicates required If this occurs, have a dealer's service center or...
Page 202 Mobility Maintenance Socket for OBD Onboard ▷ The warning lamp flashes under certain circumstances: Diagnosis This indicates that there is excessive mis‐ firing in the engine. Safety information Reduce the vehicle speed and have the NOTE system checked immediately; otherwise, The socket for Onboard Diagnosis is an serious engine misfiring within a brief pe‐...
Page 203: Replacing Components
Replacing components Mobility Replacing components Vehicle features and options Replacing the wiper blades To change the wiper blades, fold up, refer This chapter describes all standard, country- to page 72, the wiper arms. specific and optional features offered with the Fold up and hold the wiper arm firmly.
Page 204 Mobility Replacing components Safety information er’s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop. Lights and bulbs A spare lamp box is available from a dealer’s service center or another qualified service cen‐ WARNING ter or repair shop. Bulbs can get hot during operation.
Page 205 Replacing components Mobility Front lights, bulb replacement Turn signal Observe the safety information, refer to Xenon headlights page 204. 24-watt bulb, PY24W Information In the wheel house, unscrew three screws DANGER using the screwdriver from the onboard ve‐ There can be high voltage in the lighting hicle tool kit, arrow 1.
Page 206 Mobility Replacing components Tail lamps, bulb replacement In the case of a malfunction, contact a dealer’s service center or another qualified service cen‐ Overview ter or repair shop. Headlamps Turn signal Reversing lamp Cornering light Inside brake lamp Low beams/headlight flasher Tail lamps High beams/headlight flasher Outside brake lamp...
Page 207 Replacing components Mobility Removing the exterior tail lamp that the foam rubber sealing ring is on the centering pin. Open tailgate. Loosen and remove the mounting pin of the cover, arrow 1, with the screwdriver from the onboard vehicle tool kit. Release the catch at the top on the con‐...
Page 208 Mobility Replacing components row 1 and the inner part onto the centering Use the screwdriver from the onboard ve‐ component, arrow 2. Make sure that the hicle tool kit to loosen and completely re‐ tail lamp engages in the rubber mount. move the screws on the trim.
Page 209 Replacing components Mobility Replacing the reversing lights and inner Install the wire cable on the handle and en‐ brake lights gage the handle on the holder. Loosen the bottom holder, arrow 1. Install the holder for the warning triangle. Apply the warning triangle. Tail lamps, license plate lamps and center brake lamps These lights are made using LED technology.
Page 210 Mobility Replacing components Charging the battery Power failure After a power loss, some equipment needs to General information be newly initialized or individual settings up‐ Make sure that the battery is always suffi‐ dated, for example: ciently charged to guarantee that the battery ▷...
Page 211 Replacing components Mobility In the engine compartment In the cargo area Use the onboard vehicle tool kit to loosen the three cover screws, arrow 1. Fold up the cargo floor panel. Pull up the holder, arrow 2. Remove the cover from one side, arrow 3. Press the four fasteners and remove the cover.
Page 212: Breakdown Assistance
In case of an emergency, an Emergency Re‐ ▷ The LED flashes green when a connection quest can be made through the system. to the BMW Response Center has been established. General information When the Emergency Request is received Only press the SOS button in an emergency.
Page 213 ▷ If the LED is flashing green, but the BMW Response Center can no longer be heard The warning triangle is located on the inside of via the speaker, you can nevertheless still the tailgate.
Page 214 Switch off any electronic systems/power Connecting the cables consumers in both vehicles. Open the cover of the BMW starting aid terminal. Starting aid terminals Attach one terminal clamp of the positive WARNING jumper cable to the positive terminal of the...
Page 215 Breakdown assistance Mobility corresponding engine or body ground of ▷ When the engine is stopped, there is no the vehicle to be started. power assist. Consequently, more force needs to be applied when braking and Starting the engine steering. Never use spray fluids to start the engine. ▷...
Page 216 Mobility Breakdown assistance Safety information sponse. There is a risk of an accident! Make sure that the gross vehicle weight of the tow‐ NOTE ing vehicle is heavier than the vehicle to be The vehicle can be damaged when tow‐ towed.◀...
Page 217 Breakdown assistance Mobility Tow fitting Screw thread for tow fitting General information Press on the mark of the front cover to push it out. The screw-in tow fitting should always be car‐ Press out the rear cover at the recess using ried in the vehicle.
Page 218: Care
Mobility Care Care Vehicle features and options ▷ Minimum distance from glass sunroof: 31.5 in/80 cm. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the Automatic vehicle washes series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.
Page 219 Make sure that the vehicle key is in the ve‐ Vehicle care products hicle. General information Press on the clutch pedal. BMW recommends using vehicle care and Press the Start/Stop button. cleaning products from BMW. To start the engine with a M double clutch transmission: Safety information Make sure that the vehicle key is in the ve‐...
Page 220 Vacuum regularly with a vacuum cleaner. cleaning. The manufacturer of your vehicle If upholstery is very dirty, e.g., with beverage recommends original BMW care products. stains, use a soft sponge or microfiber cloth Treat especially worn rubber parts with rubber with a suitable interior cleaner.
Page 221 Care Mobility Carpets and floor mats vehicle care products in order to avoid damage or noises. WARNING Objects in the driver's floor area can limit Fine wood parts the pedal distance or block a depressed pedal. Clean fine wood facing and fine wood compo‐ There is a risk of an accident.
Page 222 Mobility Care Clean the protective glass of the Head-up Dis‐ play using a microfiber cloth and commercially available dish-washing soap. 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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Page 225: Reference
Reference This chapter contains the technical data and an index that will quickly take you to the information you need. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 974 597 - VI/16...
Page 226: Technical Data
The specified heights do not take into account attached parts, e.g., a roof antenna, roof racks BMW M4 Coupe Width with mirrors inches/mm 79.3/2,014 Width without mirrors inches/mm 73.6/1,870...
Page 227 Technical data Reference Weights BMW M4 Coupe Approved gross vehicle weight Manual transmission lbs/kg 4,500/2,041 M double-clutch transmission lbs/kg 4,545/2,062 Load lbs/kg 840/381 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,140/971 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,490/1,129 Approved roof load capacity lbs/kg...
Page 228: Appendix
Reference Appendix Appendix Any updates to the Owner's Manual of the ve‐ hicle are listed here. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 974 597 - VI/16...
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Page 230: Everything From A To Z
Antilock Brake System, ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ Anti-slip control, see Backrest curvature, see Lum‐ bar support Acceleration Assistant, see App, BMW Driver’s Guide Backrest, width Launch Control Approach control warning Band-aids, see First-aid Accessories and parts with City light braking func‐...
Page 231 Everything from A to Z Reference Bulb replacement CBS Condition Based Serv‐ Compressor Bulb replacement, front Condensation on win‐ Bulb replacement, LED head‐ Center armrest dows lights Center console Condensation under the vehi‐ Bulb replacement, rear Central locking system Bulb replacement, xenon Central screen, see Control Condition Based Service headlights...
Page 232 Reference Everything from A to Z Defrosting, see Windows, de‐ Driving notes, general Engine oil temperature frosting Driving on racetracks Engine oil types, alterna‐ Dehumidifying, air Driving program, see Drive‐ tive Deleting personal data logic Engine oil types, suitable Deletion of personal data Driving stability control sys‐...
Page 233 Everything from A to Z Reference Floor mats, care Ground clearance Fold-away position, wiper Fold down the rear seat back‐ Ice warning, see External rest, see Though-loading temperature warning system Handbrake, see parking Icy roads, see External tem‐ Foot brake brake perature warning Front airbags...
Page 234 Reference Everything from A to Z Interior lights during unlock‐ LATCH child restraint fixing Manual operation, exterior system mirrors Interior lights with the vehicle Launch Control Manual operation, fuel filler locked Leather, care flap Interior mirror, automatic dim‐ LED light, bulb replace‐ Manual operation, Park Dis‐...
Page 235 Everything from A to Z Reference Modifications, technical, see Onboard monitor, see Control Power failure Own Safety Display Power sunroof, glass Moisture in headlight Onboard vehicle tool kit Power windows Monitor, see Control Dis‐ Opening and closing Prescribed engine oil play Opening the tailgate with no- types...
Page 236 Reference Everything from A to Z Remote control/key Sealant Socket Remote control, malfunc‐ Seat and mirror memory Socket, OBD Onboard Diag‐ tion Seat belts, see Safety nostics Remote control, opening/ belts SOS button closing Seat heating, front Spare fuse Remote control, univer‐ Seating position for chil‐...
Page 237 Technical changes, see Own Trip odometer Vehicle, washing Safety Trip onboard computer Ventilation Technical data Trip recorder, see Trip odom‐ Ventilation, see Parked-car Technology, BMW M eter ventilation Telephone Turning circle VIN, see Vehicle identification Temperature, automatic cli‐ Turning radius lines, rearview number...
Page 238 Reference Everything from A to Z Welcome lights during un‐ locking Wheel base, vehicle Wheel cleaner Wheels, changing Wheels, everything on wheels and tires Wheels, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM Width, vehicle Window defroster, rear Windows, powered Windshield washer fluid Windshield washer noz‐...
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