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THE BMW 2 SERIES
CONVERTIBLE.
OWNER'S MANUAL.
Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 959 847 - II/15
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Owner's Manual
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The Ultimate
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  • Page 1 Contents Owner's Manual for Vehicle The Ultimate Driving Machine® THE BMW 2 SERIES CONVERTIBLE. OWNER'S MANUAL. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 959 847 - II/15 www.EngineeringBooksPDF.com...
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  • Page 3 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. Also use the Integrated Owner's Manual in your vehicle. It con‐...
  • Page 4 © 2015 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich, Germany Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. US English II/15, 03 15 490 Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 959 847 - II/15...
  • Page 5 “may not be able to lodge warranty Owner's Manual, we wanted to clarify that claims for your vehicle there.” the terms refer to a BMW dealer's service At page 7, under the “Parts and accesso- center or another service center or repair ries”...
  • Page 6 At page 180, under the heading: “Mount- BMW recommends that you have the oil ing,” the paragraph beginning, “Have changed at your BMW dealer's service cen- mounting and balancing …” should be dis-...
  • Page 7 Addendum xenon headlights,” that text should be dis- regarded and in lieu thereof the following text should be read: “Xenon headlight work or replacement can cause serious and fatal injuries.” In the text that follows, where it reads: “[h]ave any work on the xenon light- ing system …...
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  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Contents Mobility The fastest way to find information on a partic‐ ular topic or item is by using the index, refer to Refueling page 220. Fuel Wheels and tires Engine compartment Notes Engine oil Coolant At a glance Maintenance Cockpit Replacing components iDrive Breakdown assistance...
  • Page 10 Therefore, in this Owner's Manual, we also de‐ other questions you may have. scribe and illustrate features that are not avail‐ Information on BMW, e.g., on technology, is able in your vehicle, e.g., because of the se‐ available on the Internet: www.bmwusa.com.
  • Page 11 BMW for this purpose. policy of constant development that is con‐ ceived to ensure that our vehicles continue to Your BMW center is the right contact for genu‐ embody the highest quality and safety stan‐ ine BMW parts and accessories, other prod‐...
  • Page 12 Service and warranty ous damage to the vehicle. Such damage is not covered by the BMW New Vehicle Limited We recommend that you read this publication Warranty. thoroughly. Your vehicle is covered by the fol‐...
  • Page 13 EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a the National Highway Traffic Safety Adminis‐ nontrivial crash situation occurs; no data are tration NHTSA, in addition to notifying BMW of recorded by the EDR under normal driving North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, West‐...
  • Page 14 However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or BMW of North America, LLC. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http:// www.safercar.gov;...
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  • Page 17: At A Glance

    At a glance These overviews of buttons, switches and displays are intended to familiarize you with your vehicle. You will also become quickly acquainted with the available control concepts and options. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 959 847 - II/15 www.EngineeringBooksPDF.com...

  • Page 18: Cockpit

    At a glance Cockpit Cockpit Vehicle features and options the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and This chapter describes all standard, country- systems. The respectively applicable country specific and optional features offered with the provisions must be observed when using the series.
  • Page 19 Cockpit At a glance Automatic headlight con‐ Steering wheel buttons, right trol  95 Entertainment source Daytime running lights  95 Adaptive Light Control  95 Volume High-beam Assistant  96 Instrument lighting  97 Voice activation  27 Steering column stalk, left Telephone, see user's manual for Turn signal  71 Navigation, Entertainment and Communication Thumbwheel for selection lists  88...
  • Page 20 At a glance Cockpit All around the center console Control Display  18 Parking brake  71 Glove compartment  151 PDC Park Distance Control  125 Ventilation  141 Rearview camera  128 Hazard warning system  204 Parking assistant  130 Driving Dynamics Control  119 Central locking system  40 Dynamic Stability Control  117 Radio/CD/Multimedia, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment and Commu‐...
  • Page 21 Cockpit At a glance All about the interior rearview mirror Intelligent Emergency Re‐ Interior lights  97 quest  204 Reading lights  97 Indicator lamp, front-seat pas‐ senger airbag  101 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 959 847 - II/15 www.EngineeringBooksPDF.com...

  • Page 22: Idrive

    At a glance iDrive iDrive Vehicle features and options Control Display This chapter describes all standard, country- Hints specific and optional features offered with the ▷ To clean the Control Display, follow the series. It also describes features that are not care instructions.
  • Page 23 iDrive At a glance Turn. Press button Function BACK Displays the previous panel. OPTION Opens the Options menu. Controller without navigation system The buttons can be used to open the menus directly. The controller can be used to select menu items and enter the settings. Turn.
  • Page 24 At a glance iDrive Buttons on controller Selecting menu items Highlighted menu items can be selected. Press button Function Turn the controller until the desired menu MENU Open the main menu. item is highlighted. Audio Open audio menu last listened to, switch between audio me‐...
  • Page 25 iDrive At a glance White arrows pointing to the left or right indi‐ Turn the controller until the desired setting cate that additional panels can be opened. is displayed. Display of an opened menu When selecting a menu, it generally opens with the panel that was last selected in that menu.
  • Page 26 At a glance iDrive Example: setting the clock ▷ For the input of upper/lower case letters and numbers, it may be necessary to reel via the controller to the corresponding In‐ Setting the clock put mode, refer to page 25, e.g. when the On the Control Display: spelling of upper and lower case letters is identical.
  • Page 27 iDrive At a glance Turn the controller to set the hours and Symbol Meaning press the controller. Text message was received. Turn the controller to set the minutes and press the controller. Check the SIM card. SIM card is blocked. Status information SIM card is missing.
  • Page 28 At a glance iDrive Switching the split screen on and off Without navigation system and telephone On the Control Display: Only radio stations can be stored on the but‐ tons, refer to user's manual for Navigation, En‐ Press button. tertainment, Communication. "Split screen"...
  • Page 29 iDrive At a glance Deleting personal in the Entering letters and numbers vehicle General information The concept On the Control Display: Depending on the usage, the vehicle saves Turn the controller: select letters or num‐ personal data, such as stored radio stations. bers.
  • Page 30 At a glance iDrive ▷ Target search: names of locations may be entered in languages available through Control Display. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 959 847 - II/15 www.EngineeringBooksPDF.com...

  • Page 31: Voice Activation System

    Voice activation system At a glance Voice activation system Vehicle features and options Using voice activation This chapter describes all standard, country- Activating the voice activation system specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not Press button on the steering necessarily available in your car, e.
  • Page 32 At a glance Voice activation system Executing functions using short Press button on the steering commands wheel. Execute functions on the main menu via short ›Tone‹ commands. It almost doesn't matter which menu item is selected, e.g., ›Vehicle status‹. List of short commands for the voice activation Setting the voice dialog system, see Navigation, Entertainment, Com‐...
  • Page 33 Voice activation system At a glance This can unnecessarily delay the establish‐ ment of a phone connection. Instead, use the SOS button, refer to page 204, close to the interior mirror. Environmental conditions ▷ Say the commands, numbers, and letters smoothly and with normal volume, empha‐...

  • Page 34: Integrated Owner's Manual In The Vehicle

    At a glance Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle Vehicle features and options Select components This chapter describes all standard, country- Press button. specific and optional features offered with the Turn the controller: open "Vehicle info". series.
  • Page 35 Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle At a glance Context help - Owner's Manual to the Programmable memory buttons temporarily selected function General information You may open the relevant information di‐ rectly. The Owner's Manual can be stored on the pro‐ grammable memory buttons and called up di‐...
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  • Page 37: Controls

    Controls This chapter is intended to provide you with information that will give you complete control of 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 2 959 847 - II/15 www.EngineeringBooksPDF.com...

  • Page 38: Opening And Closing

    Controls Opening and closing Opening and closing Vehicle features and options Overview This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions.
  • Page 39 Opening and closing Controls Replacing the battery ▷ Interference of radio transmission by charger while charging items such as mo‐ bile devices in the vehicle. A Check Control message is displayed if an at‐ tempt is made to switch on the ignition or start the engine.
  • Page 40 Controls Opening and closing Profile management vated. All settings stored in the profile are au‐ tomatically applied. Opening profiles If several drivers use their own remote control, the vehicle will adjust the personal settings Regardless of the remote control in use a dif‐ during unlocking.
  • Page 41 Importing profiles side. Always take the remote control with you when leaving the vehicle so that the vehicle Profiles exported via BMW Online can also be can then be opened from the outside.◀ imported via BMW Online. Profiles stored on a USB device can be im‐...
  • Page 42 Controls Opening and closing The windows are opened, as long as the but‐ Releasing the button or leaving the vicinity of ton on the remote control is pressed. the vehicle stops the motion. With Comfort Access, the remote control can In this case, the convertible top and convertible be used to open the convertible top when in top well storage cover will slowly lower after a...
  • Page 43 Opening and closing Controls The trunk lid opens slightly, regardless of ▷ LX8766S. whether the vehicle was previously locked or ▷ LX8766E. unlocked. ▷ LX8CAS. Depending on the features and the country ▷ LX8CAS2. version, it is also possible to have door un‐ ▷...
  • Page 44 Controls Opening and closing In the event of a severe accident, the vehicle is automatically unlocked. The hazard warning system and interior lights come on. Unlocking and opening Unlock or lock the driver's door via the door lock using the integrated key, refer to page 34. The other doors must be unlocked or locked from the inside.
  • Page 45 Opening and closing Controls Locking separately ▷ Press button on the remote con‐ trol for approx. 1 second. The trunk lid can be locked separately with the As the case may be, the doors are also un‐ switch in the glove compartment. If the glove locked.
  • Page 46 Controls Opening and closing Locking Comfort Access supports the following func‐ tions: ▷ Unlocking/locking of the vehicle. ▷ Unlocking of the trunk lid separately. ▷ Start the engine. Functional requirements ▷ There are no external sources of interfer‐ ence nearby. ▷...
  • Page 47 Opening and closing Controls Separately unlocking the trunk lid Doors Press button on the exterior of the trunk lid. "Settings" This corresponds to pressing the re‐ "Doors/key" mote control button. Select the symbol. The situation of the doors does not change. Select the desired function: Do not place the remote control in the ▷...
  • Page 48 Controls Opening and closing Alarm system Automatic locking The settings are saved in the active profile, re‐ The concept fer to page 35. When the vehicle is locked, the vehicle alarm "Settings" system responds to: "Doors/key" ▷ Opening a door, the hood or the trunk lid. Select the desired function: ▷...
  • Page 49 Opening and closing Controls Interior motion sensor To switch off the alarm: press any button. The interior is monitored to the height of the Indicator lamp on the interior rearview seats. The alarm system is armed together mirror with the interior motion sensor even when the convertible top is open.
  • Page 50 Controls Opening and closing Power windows Closing individually Keep the closing path clear Hint Monitor closing and make sure that the Take the remote control with you closing path of the window is clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◀ Take the remote control with you when leaving the vehicle so that children, e.g., can‐...
  • Page 51 Opening and closing Controls Closing without the pinch protection air via the automatic climate control so that system no vacuum is produced in the vehicle. ▷ It is not possible to start the engine and Keep the closing path clear operate the convertible top simultane‐...
  • Page 52 Controls Opening and closing Safety information Keep children away from the opening path of the convertible top, otherwise, there is a risk of Do not open convertible top at low tem‐ injury.◀ peratures With temperatures below +14 ℉/-10 ℃ do not Observe traffic during operation open the convertible top;...
  • Page 53 Opening and closing Controls ▷ Press and hold the switch. The ▷ Convenient opening, refer to page 37, via windows are rolled down, and the the remote control. convertible top opens as longs as the ▷ Convenient closing, refer to page 38, via switch is pressed.
  • Page 54 Controls Opening and closing Carefully open the trunk lid, refer to ing both hands, and swing it slightly up‐ page 40, taking care not to damage the ward. convertible top well storage cover. Remove the two large lids from the trim. If needed, use the screwdriver from the on‐...
  • Page 55 Opening and closing Controls convertible top well storage cover open, top frame must be locked in the windshield e.g., with your shoulder. frame. The rear convertible top frame is automati‐ cally pressed onto the convertible top well storage cover. Place the rear convertible top frame verti‐ cally, close the convertible top well storage cover, and press it down as far as possible on both sides.
  • Page 56 Controls Opening and closing fixing points on the opposite side of the ve‐ Do not tilt the front seat backrest too far hicle. back Do not tilt the front seat backrest too far back with the wind deflector installed if the seat is to be moved all the way back.
  • Page 57 Opening and closing Controls Fold wind deflector back and align it with the fixing point on the opposite side of the vehicle. Turn release lever back by 45° in order to extend the opposing pin. Align wind deflector with the fixing point on the installation side and turn back the re‐...

  • Page 58: Adjusting

    Controls Adjusting Adjusting Vehicle features and options Keep the movement area unobstructed When changing the seat position, keep This chapter describes all standard, country- the seat's area of movement unobstructed; specific and optional features offered with the otherwise, people might get injured or objects series.
  • Page 59 Adjusting Controls After releasing the lever, move the seat for‐ to the seat or lift it off to make sure the seat ward or back slightly making sure it engages engages properly. properly. Electrically adjustable seats Height At a glance Pull the lever and apply your weight to the seat or lift it off, as necessary.
  • Page 60 Controls Adjusting Thigh support Height. Pull the lever at the front of the seat and adjust Seat tilt. the thigh support. 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.
  • Page 61 Adjusting Controls Front seat heating 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. Switching on Press button once for each tempera‐ ture level. The maximum temperature is reached when three LEDs are lit.
  • Page 62 Controls Adjusting Hints ▷ Press and hold this button until the seat has moved to the de‐ One person per safety belt sired position. Releasing the button Never allow more than one person to stops window/roof movement. wear a single safety belt. Never allow infants or ▷...
  • Page 63 Adjusting Controls Safety belt reminder for driver's and Adjusting the height passenger's seat The indicator lamp lights up and a sig‐ nal sounds. Make sure that the safety belts are positioned correctly. The safety belt reminder is active at speeds above approx.
  • Page 64 Controls Adjusting At a glance Raise the head restraint beyond the resistance point. Storing Before transporting passengers Switch on the ignition. Reinstall the head restraint before trans‐ porting anyone in the seat; otherwise, the pro‐ Set the desired position. tective function of the head restraint is unavail‐ able.◀...
  • Page 65 Adjusting Controls Calling up of a seat position At a glance deactivated After a brief period, calling up stored seat posi‐ tions is deactivated to save battery power. To reactivate calling up of a seat position: ▷ Open and close the door or trunk lid. ▷...
  • Page 66 Controls Adjusting Interior rearview mirror, manually Engage selector lever position R. dimmable Deactivating Flip lever Slide the switch to the passenger side mirror position. Fold in and out Press button. Possible at speeds up to approx. 15 mph/20 km/h. E. g. this is advantageous ▷...
  • Page 67 Adjusting Controls Steering wheel heating ▷ In the mirror glass. ▷ On the back of the mirror. Functional requirement For proper operation: ▷ Keep the photocells clean. ▷ Do not cover the area between the inside rearview mirror and the windshield. Press button.

  • Page 68: Transporting Children Safely

    Controls Transporting children safely Transporting children safely Vehicle features and options the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and This chapter describes all standard, country- systems. The respectively applicable country specific and optional features offered with the provisions must be observed when using the series.
  • Page 69 Transporting children safely Controls of unexpected movement of the seat back‐ the adjustment after this; otherwise, the stabil‐ rest.◀ ity of the child seat will be reduced.◀ Adjustable backrest width: before installing a On the front passenger seat child restraint system in the front passenger seat, open the backrest width completely.
  • Page 70 Controls Transporting children safely LATCH child restraint system Before installing LATCH child LATCH: Lower Anchors and Tether for Chil‐ restraint systems dren. Pull the belt away from the area of the child re‐ Note straint system. Follow manufacturer's information for Assembly of LATCH child restraint LATCH child restraint systems systems...

  • Page 71: Driving

    Driving Controls Driving Vehicle features and options Ignition off Steptronic transmission: Press the Start/Stop This chapter describes all standard, country- button again without stepping on the brake. specific and optional features offered with the Manual transmission: Press the Start/Stop but‐ series.
  • Page 72 Controls Driving The radio-ready state switches off automati‐ Repeated starting in quick succession cally: Avoid trying to start the vehicle repeat‐ ▷ After approx. 8 minutes. edly and in quick succession. Otherwise, the fuel is not burned or is inadequately burned, ▷...
  • Page 73 Driving Controls and downward inclines, further secure the ve‐ is available when the vehicle is traveling faster hicle, e.g., by turning the steering wheel in the than about 3 mph, approx. 5 km/h. direction of the curb.◀ Engine stop Before driving into a car wash The engine is switched off automatically dur‐...
  • Page 74 Controls Driving Functional limitations ▷ The engine is not yet at operating temper‐ ature. Even if driving off was not intended, the deacti‐ ▷ The wheels are at a sharp angle or the vated engine starts up automatically in the fol‐ steering wheel is being turned.
  • Page 75 Driving Controls Releasing ▷ LED goes out: Auto Start/Stop function is activated. Switching off the vehicle during an automatic engine stop During an automatic engine stop, the vehicle can be switched off permanently, e. g., when leaving it. Press the Start/Stop button. The ignition is switched off.
  • Page 76 Controls Driving Using turn signals High beams, headlight flasher Press the lever beyond the resistance point. ▷ High beams, arrow 1. To switch off manually, press the lever to the ▷ Headlight flasher, arrow 2. resistance point. Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator lamp Washer/wiper system indicates that a turn signal bulb has failed.
  • Page 77 Driving Controls Activating/deactivating The lever automatically returns to its initial po‐ sition when released. ▷ Normal wiper speed: push up once. The wipers switch to intermittent operation when the vehicle is stationary. ▷ Fast wiper speed: press up twice or press once beyond the resistance point.
  • Page 78 Follow the cally heated while the ignition is switched on. usage instructions on the washer fluid con‐ tainer. Use BMW’s Windshield Washer Con‐ Fold-out position of the wipers centrate or the equivalent.◀ Fold wipers back when you want to change the blades or with pending low temperatures.
  • Page 79 Driving Controls Steptronic transmission Washer fluid reservoir Selector lever positions D Drive Selector lever position for normal vehicle oper‐ ation. All gears for forward travel are activated automatically. R is Reverse Select only when the vehicle is stationary. All washer nozzles are supplied from one res‐ ervoir.
  • Page 80 Controls Driving beyond the resistance point at the full throttle ▷ Shift out of P. position. Engaging P Engaging selector lever positions Press on the brake pedal until you start driving To prevent the vehicle from creeping after you select a gear, maintain pressure on the brake pedal until you are ready to start.◀...
  • Page 81 Driving Controls Once maximum engine speed is attained, M/S However, this effect is not produced via the manual mode is automatically upshifted as shift paddles when switching briefly from D to needed. manual mode. Switching to manual mode Ending the sport program/manual mode ▷...
  • Page 82 Controls Driving Steptronic Sport transmission: ▷ In addition to the briefly pulled right shift Launch Control paddle, briefly pull the left shift paddle. In the manual mode, after conservative driving The concept for a certain amount of time or if there has been no acceleration or shifting of the shift Launch Control enables optimum acceleration paddles within a certain amount of time, the...
  • Page 83 Driving Controls A flag symbol is displayed in the instru‐ ment cluster. The starting engine speed adjusts. Within 3 seconds, release the brake. Before using Launch Control, allow the trans‐ mission to cool down for approx. 5 minutes. Launch Control adjusts to the surrounding conditions, e.g., wet pavement, when used again.

  • Page 84: Displays

    Controls Displays Displays Vehicle features and options the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and This chapter describes all standard, country- systems. The respectively applicable country specific and optional features offered with the provisions must be observed when using the series.
  • Page 85 Displays Controls ▷ Messages, e.g. Check Control, refer to also be activated if objects are placed on the page 81. front passenger seat. ▷ Navigation display, see User's manual for Make sure that the safety belts are positioned Navigation, Entertainment and Communi‐ correctly.
  • Page 86 Controls Displays Yellow lights Tire Pressure Monitor TPM Illuminated: the Tire Pressure Monitor Anti-lock Braking System ABS signals a loss of tire inflation pressure Avoid abrupt braking if possible. Brak‐ in a tire. ing force boost in some cases defec‐ Reduce your speed and stop cautiously.
  • Page 87 Displays Controls Green lights General lamps Turn signal Check Control Turn signal on. At least one Check Control message is displayed or is stored. The symbol is Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator shown in the display of the instrument lamp indicates that a turn signal bulb cluster.
  • Page 88 Controls Displays Fuel gauge Hiding Check Control messages Vehicle tilt position may cause the display to vary. Depending on the equipment version, the arrow beside the fuel pump symbol shows which side of the vehicle the fuel filler flap is on. Hints on refueling, refer to page 170.
  • Page 89 Displays Controls External temperature The Check Control message appears continu‐ ously below a range of approx. 30 miles/50 km. If the indicator drops to Refuel promptly +37 ℉/+3 ℃ or lower, a signal Refuel no later than at a range of sounds.
  • Page 90 Controls Displays Energy recovery Symbols Sym‐ Description Display bols The kinetic energy of the vehicle No service is currently required. is converted to electrical energy while coasting. The vehicle bat‐ tery is partially charged and fuel consumption can be reduced. The deadline for scheduled mainte‐...
  • Page 91 Displays Controls Gear shift indicator Speed limit detection The concept The concept The system recommends the most fuel effi‐ Speed limit detection cient gear for the current driving situation. Speed limit detection uses a symbol in the Depending on the vehicle's features and coun‐ shape of a traffic sign to display the currently try version of the vehicle, the gear shift indica‐...
  • Page 92 Controls Displays Keep the windshield in the area behind the in‐ ▷ In the event of incorrect detection by the terior rearview mirror clean and clear. camera. ▷ If the speed limits stored in the navigation system are incorrect. Switching on/off ▷...
  • Page 93 Displays Controls On-board computer Display Calling up information on the info display Depending on your vehicle's optional features, the list in the instrument cluster can differ from the illustration shown. Press the onboard computer button on the turn signal lever. Activating a list and adjusting the setting Information is displayed in the info display of...
  • Page 94 Controls Displays When destination guidance is activated in The distance to the destination is adopted au‐ the navigation system. tomatically. Time of arrival Adjusting the info display The estimated time of arrival is Depending on the vehicle equipment version, displayed if a destination is en‐ you can select what information from the com‐...
  • Page 95 Displays Controls Resetting the fuel consumption and Activating/deactivating the speed speed warning On the Control Display: On the Control Display: "Vehicle info" "Settings" "Onboard info" "Speed" "Consumpt." or "Speed" "Warning" "Yes" Press the controller. Setting your current speed as the Sport displays speed warning On the Control Display:...
  • Page 96 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 97 Displays Controls Depending on the light conditions, the bright‐ ness settings may not be clearly visible. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 959 847 - II/15 www.EngineeringBooksPDF.com...

  • Page 98: Lights

    Controls Lights Lights Vehicle features and options Parking lights/low beams, headlight control This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the General information series. It also describes features that are not Position of switch: necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions.
  • Page 99 Lights Controls Headlight courtesy delay feature Activating/deactivating The low beams stay lit for a short while if the In some countries, daytime running lights are headlight flasher is switched on after the radio- mandatory, so it may not be possible to deacti‐ ready state is switched off.
  • Page 100 Controls Lights In tight curves, e.g., on mountainous roads or fore, manually reel off the high beams in situa‐ when turning, one of the two front fog lights is tions where required to avoid a safety risk.◀ switched on as a turning lamp. As a result the inside of the curve is better lighted.
  • Page 101 Lights Controls Fog lights Switching the high beams on and off manually Front fog lights The low beams must be switched on. Press button. The green indicator lamp lights up. If the automatic headlight control, refer to page 95, is activated, the low beams will come on automatically when you switch on the front fog lights.
  • Page 102 Controls Lights Overview Setting the brightness The brightness of the ambient light can be ad‐ justed via the thumbwheel for the instrument lighting or on the Control Display. On the Control Display: "Settings" "Lighting" "Brightness:" Adjust the brightness. Interior lights Reading lamp Switching the interior lights on and off Press button.

  • Page 103: Safety

    Safety Controls Safety Vehicle features and options the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and This chapter describes all standard, country- systems. The respectively applicable country specific and optional features offered with the provisions must be observed when using the series.
  • Page 104 Controls Safety Information on how to ensure the optimal The ignition and inflation noise may lead to protective effect of the airbags short-term and, in most cases, temporary hearing impairment in sensitive individuals. ▷ Keep at a distance from the airbags. Malfunction, deactivation and after de‐...
  • Page 105 Safety Controls Automatic deactivation of the front- ▷ Do not place objects under the seat that seat passenger airbags could press against the seat from below. The system reads if the front passenger seat is ▷ No moisture in or on the seat. occupied by measuring the human body's re‐...
  • Page 106 Controls Safety Strength of the driver's and front-seat Supplementing the reinforced front windshield passenger airbag frame, the rollover protection system further increases passenger safety. The explosive power that activates driver's/ front passenger's airbags very much depends Hints on the positions of the driver's/front passeng‐ er's seat.
  • Page 107 Safety Controls Malfunction Do not move convertible top When the rollover protection system is A Check Control message is displayed extended, do not move the convertible top. when there is a malfunction. Otherwise, damages or injuries may result.◀ If the rollover protection system was not placed under any stress after an automatic Tire Pressure Monitor TPM triggering, it can be pushed back by hand, e.g.
  • Page 108 Controls Safety The status is displayed. The tires are shown in gray and the status is displayed. Status control display After driving faster than 19 mph/30 km/h for a Tire and system status are indicated by the short period, the set tire inflation pressures are color of the wheels and a text message on the accepted as reference values.
  • Page 109 Safety Controls Actions in the event of a flat tire A vehicle with an average load has a possible driving range of approx. 50 miles/80 km. Normal tires A vehicle with a damaged tire reacts differ‐ Identify the damaged tire. ently, e.g., it has reduced lane stability during braking, a longer braking distance and different Do this by checking the air pressure in all...
  • Page 110 Controls Safety ▷ Check the tire pressure and correct as by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle needed. placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size ▷ Carry out a reset of the system after a tire indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation change.
  • Page 111 Safety Controls FTM Flat Tire Monitor Start the engine - do not drive off. Start the initialization with "Perform reset". The concept Drive away. The system detects tire inflation pressure loss The initialization is completed while driving, on the basis of rotation speed differences be‐ which can be interrupted at any time.
  • Page 112 Controls Safety ▷ When driving on a snowy or slippery road A vehicle with an average load has a possible surface. driving range of approx. 50 miles/80 km. ▷ Sporty driving style: spinning traction A vehicle with a damaged tire reacts differ‐ wheels, high lateral acceleration (drifting).
  • Page 113 Safety Controls ▷ Front-end collision warning with City Brak‐ Intelligent Safety button ing function, refer to page 109. ▷ Pedestrian warning, refer to page 112. Camera Hints Personal responsibility The system does not serve as a substi‐ tute for the driver's personal judgment of the traffic situation.
  • Page 114 Controls Safety The front-end collision warning is available Be alert even if cruise control has been deactivated. Due to system limitations, warnings may With the vehicle approaching another vehicle be not issued at all, or may be issued late or intentionally the collision warning is delayed improperly.
  • Page 115 Safety Controls Switching on/off Prewarning This warning is issued, e.g., when there is the Switching on automatically impending danger of a collision or the distance The system is automatically active after every to the vehicle ahead is too small. driving-off. The driver must intervene actively when there is a prewarning.
  • Page 116 Controls Safety Pedestrian warning with city System limits braking function Detection range The system's detection potential is limited. The concept Thus a warning might not be issued or be is‐ The ystem can help prevent accidents with pe‐ sued late. destrians.
  • Page 117 Safety Controls the extended area only if they are moving in Intelligent Safety button the direction of the central area. Camera Hints Personal responsibility The system does not serve as a substi‐ tute for the driver's personal judgment of the traffic situation.
  • Page 118 Controls Safety Braking intervention ▷ In heavy fog, rain, sprayed water or snow‐ fall. The warning prompts the driver himself/herself to react. During a warning, the maximum brak‐ ▷ In tight curves. ing force is used. Premise for the brake boos‐ ▷...
  • Page 119 Safety Controls Display in the instrument cluster In the event of a warning, do not jerk the steer‐ ing wheel, as you may lose control of the vehi‐ ▷ Lines: system is activated. cle.◀ ▷ Arrows: at least one lane marking was detected and warnings can be At a glance issued.
  • Page 120 Controls Safety Brake force display After travel has begun, the system is trained about the driver, so that increasing lack of alertness or fatigue can be detected. The concept This procedure takes the following criteria into account: ▷ Personal driving style, e.g., steering behav‐ ior.

  • Page 121: Driving Stability Control Systems

    Driving stability control systems Controls Driving stability control systems Vehicle features and options DSC also recognizes unstable vehicle condi‐ tions such as fishtailing or nose-diving. Within This chapter describes all standard, country- the physical limits DSC helps to keep the vehi‐ specific and optional features offered with the cle on a steady course by reducing engine series.
  • Page 122 Controls Driving stability control systems Indicator/warning lights The system ensures maximum headway on special road conditions or loose road surfaces, The indicator lamp flashes: DSC con‐ e.g., unplowed snowy roads, but with some‐ trols the drive and braking forces. what limited driving stability. The indicator lamp lights up: DSC has Activating the Dynamic Traction Control DTC failed.
  • Page 123 Driving stability control systems Controls Dynamic Damping Control Servotronic The concept The concept This system reduces undesirable vehicle mo‐ The Servotronic varies the steering force re‐ tion when using a dynamic driving style or trav‐ quired to turn the wheels in accordance with eling on uneven road surfaces.
  • Page 124 Controls Driving stability control systems Operating the programs Activating SPORT+ Press button repeatedly until SPORT+ Press button Program appears in the instrument cluster and the DSC OFF indicator lamp lights up. DSC OFF TRACTION Automatic program change SPORT+ When activating cruise control, the program SPORT automatically switches to SPORT mode.
  • Page 125 Driving stability control systems Controls Displays This configuration is retrieved when the SPORT driving mode is activated. Program selection COMFORT Pressing the button displays a For a balanced tuning with maximum driving list of the selectable programs. stabilization. Depending on your vehicle's op‐ tional features, the list in the in‐...
  • Page 126 Controls Driving stability control systems Driving off without delay After releasing the foot brake, start driv‐ ing without delay, since the drive-off assistant will not hold the vehicle in place for more than approx. 2 seconds and the vehicle will begin to roll back.◀...

  • Page 127: Driving Comfort

    Driving comfort Controls Driving comfort Vehicle features and options Overview This chapter describes all standard, country- Buttons on the steering wheel specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not Press button Function necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to System on/off, interrupt the selected options or country versions.
  • Page 128 Controls Driving comfort Interrupting When the system is switched on, the current speed is maintained and stored as the desired When active, press the button. speed. This is displayed, refer to page 125, in the The system is automatically interrupted if: speedometer and briefly in the instrument ▷...
  • Page 129 Driving comfort Controls Displays in the instrument cluster The maneuvering range, depending on the ob‐ stacle and environmental conditions, is approx. Indicator lamp 6 ft/2 m. An acoustic warning is first given: Depending on how the vehicle is equip‐ ped, the indicator lamp in the instru‐ ▷...
  • Page 130 Controls Driving comfort Overview With front PDC: switching on/off manually With front PDC: button in vehicle Press button. ▷ On: the LED lights up. ▷ Off: the LED goes out. The rearview camera image is displayed when the reverse gear is engaged by pressing the button.
  • Page 131 Driving comfort Controls False warnings A display appears as soon as Park Distance Control (PDC) is activated. PDC may issue a warning under the following The range of the sensors is represented in the conditions even though there is no obstacle colors green, yellow and red.
  • Page 132 Controls Driving comfort Rearview camera Clean the camera lens, refer to page 214. The concept Switching on/off The rearview camera provides assistance in Switching on automatically parking and maneuvering backwards. The area behind the vehicle is shown on the Control With the engine running, engage lever in posi‐...
  • Page 133 Driving comfort Controls Obstacle marking ▷ Obstacle marking "Obstacle marking" Spatially-shaped markings are displayed. Pathway lines Obstacle markings can be faded into the image of the rearview camera. Their colored margins match the markings of the PDC. This simplifies estimation of the dis‐ tance to the object shown.
  • Page 134 Controls Driving comfort Display settings The system supports parking in the following situations: Brightness ▷ When parking parallel to the road. With the rearview camera switched on: ▷ When reverse parking diagonally to the road. Select the symbol. Ultrasound sensors measure parking spaces Turn the controller until the desired setting on both sides of the vehicle.
  • Page 135 Driving comfort Controls Curbs ▷ Parking brake released. The parking assistant may steer the vehi‐ ▷ When parking in parking spaces on the cle over or onto curb if need be. driver's side, the corresponding turn signal must be set where applicable. Therefore, always be alert and ready to inter‐...
  • Page 136 Controls Driving comfort Switching on/off ▷ Symbol P, refer to Arrow, on the vehicle il‐ lustrated. Parking assistant is activated and Switching on with the button search for parking space active. ▷ Control Display shows suitable parking Press button. spaces at the edge of the road next to the The LED lights up.
  • Page 137 Driving comfort Controls vehicle - wait for the automatic steering Follow the instructions on the Control Display wheel move. to do this. The end of the parking procedure is indi‐ System limits cated on the Control Display. Adjust the parking position yourself if No parking assistance needed.
  • Page 138 Controls Driving comfort ▷ With objects with corners and sharp edges. ▷ With objects with a fine surface structure such as fences. ▷ For objects with porous surfaces. Low objects already displayed, e.g., curbs, can move into the blind area of the sensors before or after a continuous tone sounds.

  • Page 139: Climate Control

    Climate control Controls Climate control Vehicle features and options the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and This chapter describes all standard, country- systems. The respectively applicable country specific and optional features offered with the provisions must be observed when using the series.
  • Page 140 Controls Climate control Climate control functions in detail The cooling function, refer to page 136, is switched on automatically with the AUTO pro‐ Manual air distribution gram. Turn the wheel to select the de‐ Convertible program sired program or the desired in‐ When the convertible top is open, the termediate setting.
  • Page 141 Climate control Controls When using the automatic climate control, culated-air mode; otherwise the air quality in condensation water, refer to page 158, devel‐ the interior continuously deteriorates and win‐ ops that exits underneath the vehicle. dow condensation increases.◀ Recirculated-air mode Switching the system on/off You may respond to unpleasant odors or pollu‐...
  • Page 142 Controls Climate control Automatic climate control with enhanced features Seat heating, left  57 10 Air distribution, right Temperature, left 11 Air flow, AUTO intensity AUTO program 12 Air distribution, left Display 13 Rear window defroster Maximum cooling 14 Interior temperature sensor — always keep clear Temperature, right 15 Defrosts windows and removes condensa‐...
  • Page 143 Climate control Controls Maximum cooling by increasing the cooling or heating output, and then keeps it constant. Press button. Do not rapidly switch between different tem‐ The system is set to the lowest tem‐ perature settings. Otherwise, the automatic cli‐ perature, optimum air flow and air circulation mate control will not have sufficient time to ad‐...
  • Page 144 Controls Climate control ▷ Left LED on, automatic recirculated-air The selected air flow is shown on the display of control: a sensor detects pollutants in the the automatic climate control. outside air and shuts off automatically. The air flow of the automatic climate control ▷...
  • Page 145 Climate control Controls Ventilation in the rear This filter should be replaced during scheduled maintenance, refer to page 193, of your vehi‐ cle. Ventilation Front ventilation ▷ Thumbwheel for continuous opening and closing of the vents, arrow 1. ▷ Thumbwheel to vary the temperature, ar‐ row 2.
  • Page 146 Controls Climate control Preselecting the reel-on time On the Control Display: "Settings" "Climate" "Timer 1:" or "Timer 2:" Set the desired time. Activating the reel-on 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 reel-on time is acti‐...

  • Page 147: Interior Equipment

    Interior equipment Controls Interior equipment Vehicle features and options Compatibility If this symbol is printed on the packag‐ This chapter describes all standard, country- ing or in the instructions of the system specific and optional features offered with the to be controlled, the system is gener‐ series.
  • Page 148 Controls Interior equipment erases all programming of the buttons on rearview mirror starts flashing rapidly and then the interior rearview mirror. stays lit constantly for 2 seconds, the system features an alternating-code system. Flashing Hold the hand-held transmitter for the sys‐ and continuous illumination of the LED will re‐...
  • Page 149 Interior equipment Controls Likewise, press and hold the button of the proximately 20 seconds until the LED flashes desired function on the hand-held trans‐ rapidly. All stored functions are deleted. The mitter. functions cannot be deleted individually. Release both buttons as soon as the inte‐ rior rearview mirror LED flashes more rap‐...
  • 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‐ Replace the cover after use mately 10 seconds. Reinsert the lighter or socket cover after use, otherwise objects may get into the lighter socket or fixture and cause a short circuit.◀ Sun visor Glare shield Fold the sun visor down or up.
  • Page 152 Controls Interior equipment Sockets In the trunk General information The lighter socket can be used as a socket for electrical equipment while the engine is run‐ ning or when the ignition is switched on. Note The total load of all sockets must not exceed 140 watts at 12 volts.
  • Page 153 Interior equipment Controls Without telephone: overview Ensuring the stability of the child seat When installing child restraint systems, make sure that the child seat is securely fas‐ tened to the backrest of the seat. Angle and headrest of the backrest might need to be ad‐ justed or possibly be removed.
  • Page 154 Controls Interior equipment Ensure that the lock is securely engaged Make sure that the lock engages prop‐ erly when folding back, otherwise transported cargo could enter the car's interior during brak‐ ing or evasive maneuvers and endanger the vehicle's occupants.◀ To secure cargo, refer to page 160, with nets or draw straps, the cargo area is fitted with lashing eyes.

  • Page 155: Storage Compartments

    Storage compartments Controls Storage compartments Vehicle features and options ▷ Storage compartment in the front center armrest, refer to page 152. This chapter describes all standard, country- ▷ Nets on the backrests of the front seats. specific and optional features offered with the ▷...
  • Page 156 Controls Storage compartments Front storage compartment Locking The glove compartment can be locked with an integrated key to separately secure the trunk lid, refer to page 41, e.g. This prevents access to the glove compart‐ ment and to the trunk. After the glove compartment is locked, the re‐...
  • Page 157 Storage compartments Controls Storage compartments in the the USB audio interface in the center armrest. trunk Storage compartment in the Storage compartment rear A storage compartment is located on the left side. A storage compartment is located in the center Located on the right side is a storage compart‐...
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  • Page 159: 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 2 959 847 - II/15 www.EngineeringBooksPDF.com...

  • Page 160: Things To Remember When Driving

    Driving tips Things to remember when driving Things to remember when driving Vehicle features and options they achieve their full traction potential after a break-in time. This chapter describes all standard, country- Drive conservatively for the first specific and optional features offered with the 200 miles/300 km.
  • Page 161 Things to remember when driving Driving tips ▷ Drive moderately. surface, ultimately undermining your ability to steer and brake the vehicle. Hot exhaust system Driving through water Hot exhaust system Observe water level and speed High temperatures are generated in the exhaust system.
  • Page 162 Driving tips Things to remember when driving Ensure that the floor mats are securely fas‐ Corrosion will built up when the maximum tened again after they were removed for clean‐ pressure applied to the brake pads during ing, e.g.◀ braking is not reached - thus discs don't get cleaned.

  • Page 163: Loading

    Loading Driving tips Loading Vehicle features and options vehicle and unstable driving situations may result. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions.
  • Page 164 Driving tips Loading Load Securing cargo Lashing eyes in the trunk The maximum load is the sum of the weight of the occupants and the cargo. To secure the cargo there are two or four lash‐ The greater the weight of the occupants, the ing eyes in the cargo area.

  • Page 165: Saving Fuel

    Saving fuel Driving tips Saving fuel Vehicle features and options Tires This chapter describes all standard, country- General information specific and optional features offered with the Tires can affect fuel consumption in various series. It also describes features that are not ways, e.g., tire size may influence fuel con‐...
  • Page 166 The maintenance should be carried out by your service center. Switch off the engine during Also note the BMW Maintenance System, refer longer stops to page 193. Switch off the engine during longer stops, e.g.,...
  • Page 167 Saving fuel Driving tips Overview Coasting The system includes the following Fuel-efficiency can be optimized by disengag‐ EfficientDynamics functions and displays: ing the engine and Coasting, refer to page 165, with the engine idling. ▷ ECO PRO bonus range, refer to page 163. This function is only available in ECO PRO ▷...
  • Page 168 Driving tips Saving fuel Efficiency display ECO PRO tip, driving tip The arrow indicates that the driving Display in the instrument cluster style can be adjusted to be more fuel efficient by backing off the accelerator for instance. Note The efficiency display and ECO PRO tips in the instrument cluster appear when the ECO PRO display is activated.
  • Page 169 Saving fuel Driving tips Indications on the Control Display Coasting EfficientDynamics The concept Information on fuel consumption and technol‐ The system helps to conserve fuel. ogy can be displayed while driving. To do this, under certain conditions the engine is automatically decoupled from the transmis‐ "Vehicle info"...
  • Page 170 Driving tips Saving fuel prox. 50 km/h to 100 mph, approx. 160 km/h, if Indications on the Control Display the following conditions are met: The Coasting driving condition is displayed in ▷ Accelerator pedal and brake pedal are not EfficientDynamics Info while this driving mode operated.
  • Page 171 Saving fuel Driving tips The last fifteen minutes of a trip are evaluated. Tips about the energy saving driving style, Conserving fuel, refer to page 161. The range of the vehicle can be extended by an efficient driving style. This gain in range is displayed as a bonus range in the instrument cluster and on the Control Display.
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  • Page 173: 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 2 959 847 - II/15 www.EngineeringBooksPDF.com...

  • Page 174: Refueling

    Mobility Refueling Refueling Vehicle features and options Turn the tank lid counterclockwise. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions.
  • Page 175 Refueling Mobility Pull the green knob with the fuel pump symbol. This releases the fuel filler flap. Observe the following when refueling The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks off the first time. Do not overfill the fuel tank Do not overfill the fuel tank;...

  • Page 176: Fuel

    Fuel recommendation system.◀ Note Recommended fuel grade General fuel quality BMW recommends AKI 91. Even fuels that conform to the specifica‐ tions can be of low quality. This may cause en‐ Minimum fuel grade gine problems, for instance poor engine start- BMW recommends AKI 89.
  • Page 177 Fuel Mobility gine deposits, it is highly recommended to purchase gasoline from Top Tier retailers. Failure to comply with these recommendations may result in the need for unscheduled main‐ tenance.◀ Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 959 847 - II/15 www.EngineeringBooksPDF.com...

  • Page 178: Wheels And Tires

    Mobility Wheels and tires Wheels and tires Vehicle features and options Only check the tire inflation pressure when the tires are cold. This means after driving no more This chapter describes all standard, country- than 1.25 miles/2 km or when the vehicle has specific and optional features offered with the been parked for at least 2 hours.
  • Page 179 Wheels and tires Mobility Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI Front: 225/45 2.2 / 32 R 17 91 W RSC 2.5 / 36 Rear: 245/40 R 17 91 W RSC Front: 225/40 R 2.3 / 33 18 92 Y XL RSC 2.8 / 41 These pressure values can also be found on Rear: 245/35 R...
  • Page 180 Mobility Wheels and tires M235i relevant table on the following pages. Other‐ wise tire damage and accidents could occur.◀ Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI Tire inflation pressure values over 100 mph/160 km/h Specifications in bar/PSI with cold 228i, 228i xDrive tires Without high-speed tuning feature Tire size...
  • Page 181 Wheels and tires Mobility Tire size Pressure specifications in Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI bar/PSI Front: 225/35 2.6 / 38 Front: 225/35 2.9 /42 R 19 88 Y XL R 19 88 Y XL 3.1 / 45 3.4 / 49 Rear: 245/30 Rear: 245/30 R 19 89 Y XL...
  • Page 182 Mobility Wheels and tires Tire size Pressure specifications Tire size Pressure specifications in in bar/PSI bar/PSI Front: 225/35 2.6 / 38 Front: 225/35 2.9 /42 R 19 88 Y XL RSC R 19 88 Y XL 3.1 / 45 3.4 / 49 Rear: 245/30 R 19 89 Y XL RSC Rear: 245/30...
  • Page 183 Wheels and tires Mobility Traction 0115: tire age Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of The traction grades, from highest to lowest, the U.S. Department of Transportation. are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire's ability to Tire age stop on wet pavement as measured under DOT …...
  • Page 184 Mobility Wheels and tires Hints Winter and all-season tires with better cold Driving over rough or damaged road surfaces, weather performance than summer tires. as well as debris, curbs and other obstacles can cause serious damage to wheels, tires and suspension parts.
  • Page 185 Wheels and tires Mobility If work is not carried out properly, there is a With proper use, these tires meet the highest danger of subsequent damage and related standards for safety and handling. safety hazards.◀ New tires Wheel and tire combination Tire traction is not optimal due to manufactur‐...
  • Page 186 Mobility Wheels and tires the same kind. No spare tire is available in the Follow the instructions for continued driving case of a flat tire. Your service center will be with a flat tire. glad to advise you. Changing run-flat tires Rotating wheels between axles For your own safety, only use run-flat tires.
  • Page 187 Wheels and tires Mobility Filling the tire with sealant exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and colorless but highly toxic gas.◀ Shake the sealing container. Storage The Mobility System is located under the cargo floor panel. Sealing container Take the connection hose completely out of the compressor housing.
  • Page 188 Mobility Wheels and tires Slide the sealing container upright into the With the ignition turned on or the engine holder on the compressor housing, ensur‐ running, reel on the compressor. ing that it engages audibly. Switch off the compressor after 10 mi‐ nutes Screw the connection hose onto the tire valve of the defective wheel.
  • Page 189 Wheels and tires Mobility Wrap the empty sealant container and con‐ Insert the connector into a power socket nection hose in suitable material to avoid inside the vehicle. dirtying the cargo area. Stow the Mobility System back in the vehi‐ cle.
  • Page 190 Mobility Wheels and tires ▷ 205/50 R 17. ▷ 225/45 R 17. Follow the snow chain manufacturer's instruc‐ tions. Make sure that the snow chains are always sufficiently tight. Retighten as needed accord‐ ing to the chain manufacturer's instructions. Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor after mounting snow chains, as doing so may result in incorrect readings.

  • Page 191: Engine Compartment

    Engine compartment Mobility Engine compartment Vehicle features and options the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and This chapter describes all standard, country- systems. The respectively applicable country specific and optional features offered with the provisions must be observed when using the series.
  • Page 192 Mobility Engine compartment Hood Indicator/warning lights When the hood is unlocked, a Check Control Hints message is displayed. Working in the engine compartment Closing the hood Never attempt to perform any service or Hood open when driving repair operations on your vehicle without the necessary professional technical training.

  • Page 193: Engine Oil

    Engine oil Mobility Engine oil Vehicle features and options If the engine oil level reaches the minimum level, a check control message is displayed. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the Requirements series. It also describes features that are not A current measured value is available after ap‐...
  • Page 194 Mobility Engine oil Oil filler neck Gasoline engine: If the engine oil level reaches the minimum level, a check control message is displayed. Diesel engine: During the measurement, the idle speed is in‐ creased somewhat. General information A detailed measurement is only possible with certain engines.
  • Page 195 You can add engine oils that meet the follow‐ ing oil rating standards: Gasoline engine BMW Longlife-01. BMW Longlife-01 FE. Further information regarding the oil specifica‐ tions and viscosities of engine oils can be in‐ quired with the service center.

  • Page 196: Coolant

    Mobility Coolant Coolant Vehicle features and options The marks are on the side of the coolant reservoir. This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the Symbol Meaning series. It also describes features that are not Maximum necessarily available in your car, e.

  • Page 197: 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 service center update the...
  • Page 198 Mobility Maintenance Socket for OBD Onboard Diagnosis Note Socket for Onboard Diagnosis The socket for onboard diagnostics may only be used by the service center or a work‐ shop that operates in accordance with the specifications of the vehicle manufacturer with correspondingly trained personnel and other authorized persons.

  • Page 199: Replacing Components

    Replacing components Mobility Replacing components Vehicle features and options Replacing the wiper blades Fold up and hold the wiper arm firmly. This chapter describes all standard, country- Squeeze the retainer spring, arrow 1, and specific and optional features offered with the fold up the wiper blade, arrow 2.
  • Page 200 Mobility Replacing components Headlight glass Danger of burns Only change bulbs when they are cool; Condensation can form on the inside of the ex‐ otherwise, there is a danger of getting ternal lights in cool or humid weather. When burned.◀ driving with the light switched on, the conden‐...
  • Page 201 Replacing components Mobility Accessing the turn signals and low beams Low beams Follow general instructions, refer to page 195. 55-watt bulb, H7. In the wheel house, loosen the two brack‐ Turn the cover counterclockwise and re‐ ets and remove the cover. move.
  • Page 202 Make sure that the lid engages. injuries if work is carried out improperly.◀ For checking and adjusting headlamp aim, please contact your BMW center. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 959 847 - II/15 www.EngineeringBooksPDF.com...
  • Page 203 Replacing components Mobility At a glance 21-watt bulb, PY21W In the wheel house, loosen the two brack‐ ets and remove the cover. Parking lights / daytime running lights Low beams/high beams/headlight flasher Turn signal If necessary, pull the inside trim of the wheel house slightly inward.
  • Page 204 Mobility Replacing components Tail lights, bulb replacement Carefully raise the wheel house panel, ar‐ row 2. Overview Pull off the bulb connector, arrow 1. Turn signal Turn the bulb, arrow 2. Top brake lamp Left side of vehicle: turn clockwise. Reversing lamp Right side of vehicle: turn counterclock‐...
  • Page 205 Replacing components Mobility bumper area. In addition to the two outer Proceed in the reverse order to insert the fasteners, there is another inner fastener. new bulb and attach the bulb holder to the tail lamp. Make sure that the bulb holder engages in all fasteners.
  • Page 206 Mobility Replacing components Jacking points for the vehicle jack The battery may need to be charged in the fol‐ lowing cases: ▷ When making frequent short-distance drives. ▷ If the vehicle is not used for prolonged pe‐ riods, longer than a month. Hints Do not connect charging devices to the 12 volt socket in the vehicle...
  • Page 207 Replacing components Mobility Fuses Attach the cover under the rubber lip and then thread it between the bars. Hints Replacing fuses Never attempt to repair a blown fuse and do not replace a defective fuse with a substi‐ tute of another color or amperage rating; this could lead to a circuit overload, ultimately re‐...

  • Page 208: Breakdown Assistance

    If the situation allows, wait in your vehicle until the voice connection has been estab‐ lished. ▷ The LED flashes green when a connection to the BMW Response Center has been established. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 959 847 - II/15 www.EngineeringBooksPDF.com...
  • Page 209 ▷ If the LED is flashing green, but the BMW Response Center can no longer be heard via the speaker, you can nevertheless still be heard at the BMW Response Center.
  • Page 210 Mobility Breakdown assistance Preparation Connecting the cables Open the cover of the BMW starting aid Bodywork contact between vehicles terminal. Make sure that there is no contact be‐ Attach one terminal clamp of the positive tween the bodywork of the two vehicles; other‐...
  • Page 211 Do not tow with only the front or rear axle raised Do not tow the BMW with just the front or rear axle raised; otherwise, the wheels could lock up and the transfer case could be damaged.◀ Do not lift the vehicle Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or body and chassis parts;...
  • Page 212 The screw-in tow fitting should always be car‐ ried in the vehicle. Towing other vehicles The tow fitting can be screwed in at the front or rear of the BMW. Hints Light towing vehicle The towing vehicle must not be lighter than the vehicle being towed;...
  • Page 213 Breakdown assistance Mobility Manual transmission If possible, do not tow-start the vehicle but start the engine by jump-starting, refer to page 205. If the vehicle is equipped with a cat‐ alytic converter, only tow-start while the en‐ gine is cold. Switch on the hazard warning system and comply with local regulations.

  • Page 214: Care

    Mobility Care Care Vehicle features and options outside of the vehicle for long periods and maintain a distance of at least 12 in/30 cm.◀ This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with the Automatic car washes series.
  • Page 215 Car care products vehicle. BMW recommends using care and cleaning To start the engine with manual transmission: products from BMW, since these have been tested and approved. Press on the clutch pedal. Car care and cleaning products Press the Start/Stop button.
  • Page 216 Mobility Care Aggressive substances such as spilled fuel, oil, To remove heavy soiling, especially for light grease or bird droppings, must be removed im‐ colored convertible tops, use a special mediately to prevent the finish from being al‐ convertible top cleaner. tered or discolored.
  • Page 217 Care Mobility Plastic components If upholstery is very dirty, e.g., with beverage stains, use a soft sponge or microfiber cloth These include: with a suitable interior cleaner. ▷ Imitation leather surfaces. Clean the upholstery down to the seams using ▷ Roofliner.
  • Page 218 Mobility Care Ensure that the floor mats are securely fas‐ tened again after they were removed for clean‐ ing, e.g.◀ Floor mats can be removed from the car's inte‐ rior for cleaning. If the floor carpets are very dirty, clean with a microfiber cloth and water or a textile cleaner.
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  • Page 221 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 2 959 847 - II/15 www.EngineeringBooksPDF.com...

  • Page 222: Reference Technical Data

    Reference Technical data Technical data Vehicle features and options the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and This chapter describes all standard, country- systems. The respectively applicable country specific and optional features offered with the provisions must be observed when using the series.
  • Page 223 680/308 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 1,985/900 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,495/1,132 Cargo area capacity cu ft/l 9.8–11.8/280–335 M235i powered by BMW M Approved gross vehicle weight 4,475/4,520 2,030/2,050 Load lbs/kg 680/308 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,120/962 Approved rear axle load...

  • Page 224: Everything From A To Z

    Airbags Assistance when driving Beverage holder, cu‐ Airbags, indicator/warning pholder light Attentiveness assistant BMW Assist, see user's Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ AUTO intensity manual for Navigation, En‐ culated-air mode 137, Automatic car wash tertainment and Communi‐ Air, dehumidifying, refer to Automatic climate con‐...
  • Page 225 Everything from A to Z Reference Bulb replacement Changes, technical, refer to Compressor Bulb replacement, front Safety Condensation on win‐ Bulb replacement, rear Changing parts dows Bulbs and lights Changing wheels Condensation under the vehi‐ Button, Start/Stop Changing wheels/tires Bypassing, refer to Jump- Chassis number, see vehicle Condition Based Service starting...
  • Page 226 Reference Everything from A to Z Cooling function 136, Displays, cleaning ECO PRO driving style analy‐ Cooling, maximum Disposal, coolant Cooling system Disposal, vehicle battery ECO PRO mode Cornering light Distance control, refer to ECO PRO Tip - driving in‐ Corrosion on brake discs struction Cosmetic mirror...
  • Page 227 Everything from A to Z Reference Engine start during malfunc‐ Floor carpet, care Gross vehicle weight, ap‐ tion Floor mats, care proved Engine start, jump-start‐ Fogged up windows Fold down the rear seat back‐ Engine start, refer to Starting rest, see Though-loading the engine system Halogen headlights, bulb re‐...
  • Page 228 Reference Everything from A to Z Interior equipment Lashing eyes, securing Interior lights cargo Ice warning, see External Interior lights during unlock‐ LATCH child restraint sys‐ temperature warning Icy roads, see External tem‐ Interior lights with the vehicle Launch Control perature warning locked Leather, care...
  • Page 229 Everything from A to Z Reference Malfunction displays, see Modifications, technical, refer Oil types, approved Check Control to Safety Old batteries, disposal Manual air distribu‐ Moisture in headlight On-board computer tion 136, Monitor, refer to Control Dis‐ On-board computer, refer to Manual air flow 136, play On-board computer...
  • Page 230 Reference Everything from A to Z Pedestrian warning with city Recommended tire Safety systems, airbags braking function brands Saving fuel Personal Profile Refueling Screen, refer to Control Dis‐ Personal Profile, exporting Remaining range play profiles Remote control/key Screwdriver, see Onboard ve‐ Personal Profile, importing Remote control, malfunc‐...
  • Page 231 Everything from A to Z Reference Socket Storage, tires Tire sealant Socket, OBD Onboard Diag‐ Storing the vehicle Tires, everything on wheels nostics Suitable engine oils and tires SOS button Summer tires, tread Tires, run-flat tires Spare fuse Sun visor Tire tread Specified engine oil Supplementary text mes‐...
  • Page 232 Reference Everything from A to Z Turn signals, operation Wiper system Turn signals, rear, bulb re‐ Wood, care placement Warning and indicator lamps, Word match concept, naviga‐ see Check Control tion Warning displays, see Check Wrench, see Onboard vehicle Control tool kit Unintentional alarm Warning messages, see...
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