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Owner's Manual for Vehicle The Ultimate Driving Machine® T H E B M W 2 S E R I E S C O U P E . O W N E R ' S M A N U A L . Contents A-Z Online Edition for Part no.
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2 Series Owner's Manual for Vehicle Thank you for choosing a BMW. 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.
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Contents The fastest way to find information on a partic‐ ular topic or item is by using the index, refer to page 218 . 6 Notes At a glance 14 Cockpit 18 iDrive 27 Voice activation system 30 Integra.
Notes Using this Owner's Manual Orientation The fastest way to find information on a partic‐ ular topic is by using the index. An initial overview of the vehicle is provided in the first chapter.
On right-hand drive vehicles, some controls are arranged differently from what is shown in the illustrations. Status of the Owner's Manual Basic information The manufacturer of your vehicle pursues a policy of constant development that is con‐ ceived to ensure that our vehicles continue to embody the highest quality and safety stan‐ dards.
chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other repro‐ ductive harm. Battery posts, terminals and re‐ lated accessories contain lead and lead com‐ pounds. Wash your hands after handling. Used engine oil contains chemicals that have caused cancer in laboratory animals.
cluding the manufacturer, using special diag‐ nostic tools. You can obtain further information there if you need it. After an error is corrected, the information in the fault memory is deleted or overwritten on a continuous basis.
wood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone 1-800-831-1117. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or BMW of North America, LLC.
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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.
Cockpit Vehicle features and options 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.
Automatic headlight con‐ trol 91 Daytime running lights 91 Adaptive Light Control 91 High-beam Assistant 92 Instrument lighting 93 5 Steering column stalk, left Turn s.
All around the center console 1 Control Display 18 2 Glove compartment 145 3 Ventilation 135 4 Hazard warning system 202 Central locking system 39 5 Radio/CD/Multimedia, .
All about the roofliner 1 Intelligent Emergency Re‐ quest 202 2 Glass sunroof 46 3 Indicator lamp, front-seat pas‐ senger airbag 97 4 Reading lights 93 5 Interior lights 93 Seite 17 Cockpit At a glance 17 Online Edition for Part no.
iDrive Vehicle features and options 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.
1. Turn. 2. Press. 3. Move in four directions. Buttons on controller Press button Function MENU Open the main menu. RADIO Opens the Radio menu. MEDIA Opens the Multimedia menu. NAV Opens the Navigation menu. TEL Opens the phone menu. Press button Function BACK Displays the previous panel.
Buttons on controller Press button Function MENU Open the main menu. Audio Open audio menu last listened to, switch between audio me‐ nus. TEL Opens the phone menu. BACK Open previous panel. OPTION Opens the Options menu. Operating concept Opening the main menu Press button.
White arrows pointing to the left or right indi‐ cate that additional panels can be opened. Display of an opened menu When selecting a menu, it generally opens with the panel that was last selected in that menu. To display the first panel of a menu: ▷ Move the controller to the left repeatedly until the first panel is displayed.
▷ For the input of upper/lower case letters and numbers, it may be necessary to reel via the controller to the corresponding In‐ put mode, refer to page 25 , e.g. when the spelling of upper and lower case letters is identical. ▷ Enter characters as they are displayed on the Control Display.
6. Turn the controller to set the hours and press the controller. 7. Turn the controller to set the minutes and press the controller. Status information Status field The following information is displayed in the status field at the top right: ▷ Time.
Switching the split screen on and off On the Control Display: 1. Press button. 2. "Split screen" Selecting the display On the Control Display: 1. Press button. 2. "Split screen" 3. Move the controller until the split screen is selected.
Deleting personal in the vehicle The concept Depending on the usage, the vehicle saves personal data, such as stored radio stations. These personal data can be permanently de‐ leted through iDrive. General information Depending on the equipment package, the fol‐ lowing data can be deleted: ▷ Personal Profile settings.
▷ Target search: names of locations may be entered in languages available through Control Display. Seite 26 At a glance iDrive 26 Online Edition for Part no.
Voice activation system Vehicle features and options 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.
Executing functions using short commands Execute functions on the main menu via short commands. It almost doesn't matter which menu item is selected, e.g., › Vehicle status‹. List of short commands for the voice activation system, see Navigation, Entertainment, Com‐ munication Owner's Manual.
This can unnecessarily delay the establish‐ ment of a phone connection. Instead, use the SOS button, refer to page 202 , close to the interior mirror. Environmental conditions ▷ Say the commands, numbers, and letters smoothly and with normal volume, empha‐ sis, and speed.
Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle Vehicle features and options 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.
Context help - Owner's Manual to the temporarily selected function You may open the relevant information di‐ rectly. Opening via the iDrive To move directly from the application on the Control Display to the Options menu: 1. Press button or move the controller to the right repeatedly until the "Options" menu is displayed.
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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.
Opening and closing Vehicle features and options 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.
Replacing the battery 1. Remove integrated key from remote con‐ trol. 2. Push in the catch with the key, arrow 1. 3. Remove the cover of the battery compart‐ ment, arrow 2. 4. Insert a battery of the same type with the positive side facing up. 5. Press the cover closed.
vated. All settings stored in the profile are au‐ tomatically applied. If several drivers use their own remote control, the vehicle will adjust the personal settings during unlocking. These settings are also re‐ stored, if the vehicle has been used in the meantime by a person with a different remote control.
other vehicle equipped with the Personal Pro‐ file function. The following export options are available: ▷ Via BMW Online. ▷ Via the USB port to a USB device. Popular file systems for USB devices are supported. FAT32 and exFAT are the rec‐ ommended formats for profile export.
The windows and the glass sunroof are opened, as long as the button on the remote control is pressed. Locking Locking from the outside Do not lock the vehicle from the outside with people inside the car, as the vehicle can‐ not be unlocked from inside without special knowledge.
▷ LX8766S. ▷ LX8766E. ▷ LX8CAS. ▷ LX8CAS2. ▷ MYTCAS4. Compliance statement: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: ▷ This.
In the event of a severe accident, the vehicle is automatically unlocked. The hazard warning system and interior lights come on. Unlocking and opening ▷ Press the central locking system button to unlock the doors together, and then pull the door handle above the armrest.
Locking separately The trunk lid can be locked separately with the switch in the glove compartment. If the glove compartment is locked, the trunk lid cannot be opened. ▷ Trunk lid secured, arrow 1. ▷ Trunk lid not secured, ar‐ row 2. Slide the switch into the arrow 1 position.
Locking Touch the surface on the door handle of the driver's or front passenger door, arrow, with your finger for approx. 1 second without grasp‐ ing the door handle.
Adjusting Unlocking The settings are saved in the active profile, re‐ fer to page 35 . Doors 1. "Settings" 2. "Doors/key" 3. Select the symbol. 4. Select the desired function: ▷ "Driver's door only" Only the driver's door and the fuel filler flap are unlocked.
Alarm system The concept When the vehicle is locked, the vehicle alarm system responds to: ▷ Opening a door, the hood or the trunk lid. ▷ Movements in the interior. ▷ Changes in the vehicle tilt, e. g., during at‐ tempts at stealing a wheel or when towing the car.
Interior motion sensor The windows and glass sunroof must be closed for the system to function properly. Avoiding unintentional alarms The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sen‐ sor can be switched off together, such as in the following situations: ▷ In automatic car washes.
▷ Pull the switch beyond the resistance point. The window closes automatically. Pulling again stops the motion. See also: closing by means of Comfort Access, refer to page 41 .
The glass sunroof closes as long as the reel is held down. The sliding visor can be manually closed. ▷ Press the reel in the desired direction past the resistance point. The glass sunroof and sliding visor open automatically. The glass sunroof closes automatically.
Adjusting Vehicle features and options 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.
After releasing the lever, move the seat for‐ ward or back slightly making sure it engages properly. Height Pull the lever and apply your weight to the seat or lift it off, as necessary. Backrest tilt Pull the lever and apply your weight to the backrest or lift it off, as necessary.
2. Height. 3. Seat tilt. 4. Backrest tilt. Thigh support Pull the lever at the front of the seat and adjust 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.
Front seat heating Switching on Press button once for each tempera‐ ture level. The maximum temperature is reached when three LEDs are lit. If the journey is continued within approx. 15 minutes, the seat heating is activated automat‐ ically with the temperature selected last.
▷ Press and hold this button until the seat has moved to the de‐ sired position. Releasing the button stops window/roof movement. ▷ Press button briefly. The seat au‐ tomatically moves to the end po‐ sition. Pressing again stops the motion. Original position 1.
Safety belt reminder for driver's and 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. 6 mph/10 km/h. It can also be activated if objects are placed on the front passenger seat.
Rear head restraints Correctly adjusted head restraint A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of injury to cervical vertebrae in the event of an accident. Adjusting the head restraint Adjust the head restraints of all occupied seats properly; otherwise, there is an increased risk of injury in an accident.
Seat and mirror memory Hints Do not retrieve the memory while driving Do not retrieve the memory setting while driving, as an unexpected movement of the seat could result in an accident.
Note Estimating distances correctly Objects reflected in the mirror are closer than they appear. Do not estimate the distance to the traffic behind you based on what you see in the mirror, as this will increase your risk of an accident.
Automatic dimming feature Both exterior mirrors are automatically dim‐ med. Photocells are used to control the Interior rearview mirror, refer to page 57 . Interior rearview mirror, manually dimmable Flip lever To reduce the blinding effect of the interior rear view mirror, flip the lever forward.
Adjusting 1. Fold the lever down. 2. Move the steering wheel to the preferred height and angle to suit your seating posi‐ tion. 3. Fold the lever back. Steering wheel heating Press button. ▷ On: the LED lights up. ▷ Off: the LED goes out. Seite 58 Controls Adjusting 58 Online Edition for Part no.
Transporting children safely Vehicle features and options 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.
of unexpected movement of the seat back‐ rest.◀ On the front passenger seat Deactivating airbags Deactivating the front-seat passenger airbags If a child restraint system is used in the front pass.
LATCH child restraint system LATCH: Lower Anchors and Tether for Chil‐ dren. Note Follow manufacturer's information for LATCH child restraint systems To mount and use the LATCH child restraint systems, observe the operating and safety in‐ formation from the system manufacturer; oth‐ erwise, the level of protection may be re‐ duced.
1 Direction of travel 2 Head restraint 3 Hook for upper retaining strap 4 Mounting point/eye 5 Rear window shelf 6 Seat backrest 7 Upper retaining strap Attaching the upper retaining strap to the mounting point 1. Remove the mounting point cover. 2. Raise the head restraint.
Driving Vehicle features and options 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.
The radio-ready state switches off automati‐ cally: ▷ After approx. 8 minutes. ▷ When the vehicle is locked using the cen‐ tral locking system. ▷ Shortly before the battery is discharged completely, so that the engine can still be started. The radio-ready state remains active if, e.
and downward inclines, further secure the ve‐ hicle, e.g., by turning the steering wheel in the direction of the curb.◀ Before driving into a car wash So that the vehicle can roll into a car wash ob‐ serve instructions for going into an automatic car wash, refer to page 208 .
▷ The engine is not yet at operating temper‐ ature. ▷ The wheels are at a sharp angle or the steering wheel is being turned. ▷ After driving in reverse. ▷ Fogging of the windows when the auto‐ matic climate control is switched on. ▷ Vehicle battery is heavily discharged.
▷ 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. 1. Press the Start/Stop button. The ignition is switched off.
Using turn signals Press the lever beyond the resistance point. To switch off manually, press the lever to the resistance point. Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator lamp indicates that a turn signal bulb has failed. Triple turn signal activation Press the lever to the resistance point.
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.
Clean the windshield, headlights Pull the wiper lever towards you. The system sprays washer fluid on the wind‐ shield and activates the wipers briefly. In addition, the headlights are cleaned at regu‐ lar intervals when the vehicle's lights are acti‐ vated.
Washer fluid reservoir All washer nozzles are supplied from one res‐ ervoir. Fill with a mixture of windshield washer con‐ centrate and tap water and – if required – with a washer antifreeze, according to the manufac‐ turer's recommendations.
beyond the resistance point at the full throttle position. 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.
Once maximum engine speed is attained, M/S manual mode is automatically upshifted as needed. Switching to manual mode ▷ To shift down: press the selector lever for‐ ward.
▷ In addition to the briefly pulled right shift paddle, briefly pull the left shift paddle. In the manual mode, after conservative driving for a certain amount of time or if there has been no acceleration or shifting of the shift paddles within a certain amount of time, the transmission switches back to automatic mode.
A flag symbol is displayed in the instru‐ ment cluster. 5. 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.
Displays Vehicle features and options 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.
▷ Messages, e.g. Check Control, refer to page 77 . ▷ Navigation display, see User's manual for Navigation, Entertainment and Communi‐ cation. ▷ Range, refer to page 81 . ▷ Status, Driving Dynamics Control, refer to page 114 . ▷ Service requirements, refer to page 82 .
Yellow lights Anti-lock Braking System ABS Avoid abrupt braking if possible. Brak‐ ing force boost in some cases defec‐ tive. Stop carefully. Take into account longer brake travel. Have this checked by the service center immediately. DSC Dynamic Stability Control Flashing: DSC controls the drive and braking forces.
Green lights Turn signal Turn signal on. Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator lamp indicates that a turn signal bulb has failed. For additional information, refer to Turn signal, refer to page 67 . Parking lights, headlight control Parking lights or headlights are acti‐ vated.
Hiding Check Control messages Press the onboard computer button on the turn signal lever. ▷ Some Check Control messages are dis‐ played continuously and are not cleared until the malfunction is eliminated. If sev‐ eral malfunctions occur at once, the mes‐ sages are displayed consecutively.
External temperature If the indicator drops to +37 ℉/+3 ℃ or lower, a signal sounds. A Check Control message is displayed. There is an increased risk of ice on roads. Ice on roads Even at temperatures above +37 ℉/+3 ℃, roads might be icy. Therefore, drive carefully on bridges and shaded roads, e.
Energy recovery Display The kinetic energy of the vehicle is converted to electrical energy while coasting. The vehicle bat‐ tery is partially charged and fuel consumption can be reduced.
Gear shift indicator The concept The system recommends the most fuel effi‐ cient gear for the current driving situation. Depending on the vehicle's features and coun‐ try version of the vehicle, the gear shift indica‐ tor is active in the manual mode of the Step‐ tronic transmission and with manual transmission.
Keep the windshield in the area behind the in‐ terior rearview mirror clean and clear. Switching on/off On the Control Display: 1. "Settings" 2.
Display Depending on your vehicle's optional features, the list in the instrument cluster can differ from the illustration shown. Activating a list and adjusting the setting On the right side of the steering wheel, turn the thumbwheel to activate the corresponding list.
When destination guidance is activated in the navigation system. Adjusting the info display Depending on the vehicle equipment version, you can select what information from the com‐ puter is to be displayed on the info display of the instrument cluster.
Resetting the fuel consumption and speed On the Control Display: 1. "Vehicle info" 2. "Onboard info" 3. "Consumpt." or "Speed" 4. "Yes" Sport displays The concept On the Control Display, the current values for performance and torque can be displayed if the vehicle is appropriately equipped.
6. Turn the controller until the desired mi‐ nutes are displayed. 7. Press the controller. The time is stored. Setting the time format 1. "Settings" 2. "Time/Date" 3. "Format:" 4. Select the desired format. The time format is stored.
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Lights Vehicle features and options 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.
Headlight courtesy delay feature 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 1. "Settings" 2. "Lighting" 3. "Pathway lighting:" 4.
In tight curves, e.g., on mountainous roads or when turning, one of the two front fog lights is switched on as a turning lamp. As a result the inside of the curve is better lighted.
Switching the high beams on and off manually ▷ High beams on, arrow 1. ▷ High beams off/headlight flasher, arrow 2. The High-beam Assistant can be switched off when manually adjusting the light. To reacti‐ vate the High-beam Assistant, press the but‐ ton on the turn signal lever.
Overview 1 Interior lights 2 Reading lamp Switching the interior lights on and off Press button. To reel off permanently: press the button for approx. 3 seconds. Switch back on: press button. Reading lights Press button. Reading lights are located at the front and rear next to the interior lights.
Safety Vehicle features and options 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.
Ejection Mitigation The head airbag system is designed as an ejection mitigation countermeasure to reduce the likelihood of ejections of vehicle occupants through side windows during rollovers or side impact events. Knee airbag The knee airbag supports the legs in a frontal impact.
erational readiness of the entire airbag system and the belt tensioner. Airbag system malfunctioning ▷ Warning lamp does not come on when the ignition is turned on. ▷ The warning lamp lights up continuously. In case of a malfunction have airbag sys‐ tem checked immediately.
size is detected on the seat. The airbags on the front passenger side are activated. Detected child seats The system generally detects children seated in a child seat, particularly in child seats re‐ quired by NHTSA when the vehicle was manu‐ factured.
3. "Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)" The status is displayed. Status control display Tire and system status are indicated by the color of the wheels and a text message on the Control Display. All wheels green System is active and will issue a warning rela‐ tive to the tire inflation pressures stored during the last reset.
Actions in the event of a flat tire Normal tires 1. Identify the damaged tire. Do this by checking the air pressure in all four tires. If the tire inflation pressure in all four tires is correct, the Tire Pressure Monitor may not have been initialized.
▷ Check the tire pressure and correct as needed. ▷ Carry out a reset of the system after a tire change. System limits The system does not function properly if a re‐ set has not been carried out, e.g., a flat tire is reported though tire inflation pressures are correct.
FTM Flat Tire Monitor The concept The system detects tire inflation pressure loss on the basis of rotation speed differences be‐ tween the individual wheels while driving. In the event of a tire inflation pressure loss, the diameter and therefore the rotational speed of the corresponding wheel changes.
▷ When driving on a snowy or slippery road surface. ▷ Sporty driving style: spinning traction wheels, high lateral acceleration (drifting). ▷ When driving with snow chains. Actions in the event of a flat tire Normal tires 1. Identify the damaged tire.
▷ Front-end collision warning with City Brak‐ ing function, refer to page 104 . ▷ Pedestrian warning, refer to page 107 . Hints Personal responsibility The system does not serve as a substi‐ tute for the driver's personal judgment of the traffic situation.
The front-end collision warning is available even if cruise control has been deactivated. With the vehicle approaching another vehicle intentionally the collision warning is delayed avoiding false alarm. General information The system warns at two levels of an imminent danger of collision at speeds from approx.
Switching on/off Switching on automatically The system is automatically active after every driving-off. Switch off Press button: the system is switched off. The LED goes out. Re-press button: the system is switched on. The LED lights up. Setting the warning time The warning time can be set via iDrive.
System limits Detection range The system's detection potential is limited. Thus a warning might not be issued or be is‐ sued late. E. g. the following situations may not be de‐ tected: ▷ Slow moving vehicles when you approach them at high speed.
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Braking intervention The warning prompts the driver himself/herself to react. During a warning, the maximum brak‐ ing force is used. Premise for the brake boos‐ ter is sufficiently quick and hard stepping on the brake pedal. The system can assist with some braking intervention if there is risk of a collision.
In the event of a warning, do not jerk the steer‐ ing wheel, as you may lose control of the vehi‐ cle.◀ At a glance Button in the vehicle Lane departure warning Camera The camera is found near the interior rearview mirror. Keep the windshield in the area behind the in‐ terior rearview mirror clean and clear.
Brake force display The concept ▷ During normal brake application, the bot‐ tom brake lights light up. ▷ During heavy brake application, the top brake lights light up in addition. Attentiveness assistant The concept The system can detect increasing lack of alert‐ ness or fatigue of the driver during long, mo‐ notonous journeys, e.
Driving stability control systems Vehicle features and options 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.
Indicator/warning lights The indicator lamp flashes: DSC con‐ trols the drive and braking forces. The indicator lamp lights up: DSC has failed. Deactivating DSC: DSC OFF When DSC is deactivated, driving stability is reduced during acceleration and when driving in curves.
Dynamic Damping Control The concept This system reduces undesirable vehicle mo‐ tion when using a dynamic driving style or trav‐ eling on uneven road surfaces. The system enhances driving dynamics and comfort fitting road surface and driving style.
Operating the programs Press button Program DSC OFF TRACTION SPORT+ SPORT COMFORT ECO PRO Automatic program change The system may automatically switch to COM‐ FORT in the following situations: ▷ Failure of Dynamic Damping Control. ▷ Failure of DSC Dynamic Stability Control.
This configuration is retrieved when the SPORT driving mode is activated. COMFORT For a balanced tuning with maximum driving stabilization. Activating COMFORT Press button repeatedly until COM‐ FORT is displayed in the instrument cluster.
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.◀ Seite 117 Driving stability control systems Controls 117 Online Edition for Part no.
Driving comfort Vehicle features and options 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.
Interrupting When active, press the button. The system is automatically interrupted if: ▷ The brakes are applied. ▷ The clutch pedal is depressed for a few seconds or released while a gear is not en‐ gaged. ▷ The gear engaged is too high for the cur‐ rent speed.
Displays in the instrument cluster Indicator lamp Depending on how the vehicle is equip‐ ped, the indicator lamp in the instru‐ ment cluster indicates whether the sys‐ tem is switched on. Desired speed ▷ The marking lights up green: the system is active.
Overview With front PDC: button in vehicle PDC Park Distance Control Switching on/off Switching on automatically PDC switches on automatically in the following situations: ▷ If selector lever position R is engaged when the engine is running. The rearview camera also switches on.
A display appears as soon as Park Distance Control (PDC) is activated. The range of the sensors is represented in the colors green, yellow and red. When the image of the rearview camera is dis‐ play.
Rearview camera The concept The rearview camera provides assistance in parking and maneuvering backwards. The area behind the vehicle is shown on the Control Display. Hints Check the traffic situation as well Check the traffic situation around the ve‐ hicle with your own eyes.
▷ Obstacle marking "Obstacle marking" Spatially-shaped markings are displayed. Pathway lines ▷ Pathway lines can be superimposed on the image of the rearview camera. ▷ They help you to estimate how much space is needed when parking and maneu‐ vering on level pavement.
Display settings Brightness With the rearview camera switched on: 1. Select the symbol. 2. Turn the controller until the desired setting is reached, and press the controller. Contrast With the rearview camera switched on: 1. Select the symbol. 2. Turn the controller until the desired setting is reached, and press the controller.
Curbs The parking assistant may steer the vehi‐ cle over or onto curb if need be. Therefore, always be alert and ready to inter‐ vene; otherwise, the wheels, tires, or the vehi‐ cle may become damaged.
Switching on/off Switching on with the button Press 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 the reverse gear Shift into reverse.
vehicle - wait for the automatic steering wheel move. The end of the parking procedure is indi‐ cated on the Control Display. 3. Adjust the parking position yourself if needed. Interrupting manually The parking assistant can be interrupted at any time: ▷ "Parking Assistant" Select the symbol on the Control Display.
▷ 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.
Climate control Vehicle features and options 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.
Climate control functions in detail Manual air distribution Turn the wheel to select the de‐ sired program or the desired in‐ termediate setting. ▷ Windows.
Press button repeatedly to select an operating mode: ▷ LED off: outside air flows in continuously. ▷ LED on, recirculated-air mode: the supply of outside air into the vehicle is perma‐ nently blocked.
3 AUTO program 4 Display 5 Maximum cooling 6 Temperature, right 7 Seat heating, right 51 8 Cooling function 9 Automatic recirculated-air control/recircu‐ lated-air mode 10 Air distribution, ri.
Cooling function The car's interior can only be cooled with the engine running. Press button. The air will be cooled and dehumidi‐ fied and, depending on the temperature set‐ ting, warmed again. Depending on the weather, the windshield and side windows may fog up briefly when the en‐ gine is started.
Defrosts windows and removes condensation Press button. Ice and condensation are quickly re‐ moved from the windshield and the front side windows. For this purpose, point the side vents onto the side windows as needed. Adjust air flow with the program active.
Ventilation in the rear ▷ Thumbwheel for continuous opening and closing of the vents, arrow 1. ▷ Thumbwheel to vary the temperature, ar‐ row 2. Toward blue: colder.
Interior equipment Vehicle features and options 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.
erases all programming of the buttons on the interior rearview mirror. 3. Hold the hand-held transmitter for the sys‐ tem to be controlled approx. 1 to 3 in/2.5 to 8 cm away from the buttons of the interior rearview mirror. The required distance de‐ pends on the manual transmitter.
4. Likewise, press and hold the button of the desired function on the hand-held trans‐ mitter. 5. Release both buttons as soon as the inte‐ rior rearview mirror LED flashes more rap‐ idly. The LED flashing faster indicates that the button on the interior rearview mirror has been programmed.
World map with magnetic zones Procedure 1. Press and hold the control button for ap‐ prox. 3 to 4 seconds. The number of the set compass zone appears in the mirror. 2. To change the zone setting, press the con‐ trol button quickly and repeatedly until the number of the compass zone that corre‐ sponds with your location appears in the mirror.
Settings are stored automatically after approxi‐ mately 10 seconds. Sun visor Glare shield Fold the sun visor down or up. Vanity mirror A vanity mirror is located in the sun visor be‐ hind a cover. When the cover is opened, the mirror lighting switches on.
Sockets 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. Do not damage the socket by using unsuitable connectors.
Without telephone: overview The USB interface is located in the glove com‐ partment. With telephone: overview The USB interface is located in the center arm‐ rest. Through-loading system The concept The cargo area can be enlarged by folding down the rear seat backrest.
2. The unlocked backrest moves forward slightly. 3. Fold backrest forward. Closing Return the rear seat backrest to the upright seating position and engage it.
Storage compartments Vehicle features and options 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.
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‐ mote control can be handed over, such as at a hotel, without the integrated key.
the USB audio interface in the center armrest. Storage compartment in the rear A storage compartment is located in the center armrest. Storage compartment between the rear seats There is a storage compartment between the rear seats.
Net for storage compartment Smaller objects can be stored in the net of right storage compartment. Multi-function hook Lightweight objects only Only hang lightweight objects, e.g. shop‐ ping bags, from the multifunction hooks. Oth‐ erwise, there is a danger of objects flying about during braking and evasive maneuvers.
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Things to remember when driving Vehicle features and options 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.
Hot exhaust system Hot exhaust system High temperatures are generated in the exhaust system. Do not remove the heat shields installed and never apply undercoating to them.
Driving in wet conditions When roads are wet, salted, or in heavy rain, press brake pedal ever so gently every few miles. Ensure that this action does not endanger other traffic. The heat generated in this process helps dry the brake discs and pads. In this way braking efficiency will be available when you need it.
Loading Vehicle features and options 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.
Load The maximum load is the sum of the weight of the occupants and the cargo. The greater the weight of the occupants, the less cargo that can be transported. Stowing cargo ▷ Cover sharp edges and corners on the cargo. ▷ Heavy cargo: stow as far forward as possi‐ ble, directly behind and at the bottom of the rear passenger seat backrests.
Roof-mounted luggage rack Note Roof racks are available as special accessories. Securing Follow the installation instructions of the roof rack. Roof drip rail with flaps The anchorage points are located in the roof drip rail above the doors. Fold the cover outward.
Saving fuel Vehicle features and options 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.
Avoid high engine speeds As a rule: driving at low engine speeds lowers fuel consumption and reduces wear. Use 1st gear to get the vehicle moving. Start‐ ing with the 2nd gear, accelerate rapidly. When accelerating, shift up before reaching high en‐ gine speeds.
The achieved extended range is displayed in the instrument cluster as bonus range. Overview The system includes the following EfficientDynamics functions and displays: ▷ ECO PRO bonus range, refer to page 160 . ▷ ECO PRO tips driving instruction, refer to page 161 ▷ ECO PRO climate control, refer to page 160 .
Efficiency display Display in the instrument cluster Display in the instrument cluster with extended range A mark in the efficiency display informs about the current driving style. Mark in the area of arrow 1: display of the en‐ ergy recovered by coasting or when braking.
Indications on the Control Display EfficientDynamics Information on fuel consumption and technol‐ ogy can be displayed while driving. 1. "Vehicle info" 2. "EfficientDynamics" Displaying fuel consumption history The average fuel consumption can be dis‐ played within an adjustable time frame.
prox. 50 km/h to 100 mph, approx. 160 km/h, if the following conditions are met: ▷ Accelerator pedal and brake pedal are not operated. ▷ The selector lever is in selector lever posi‐ tion D. ▷ Engine and transmission are at operating temperature.
The last fifteen minutes of a trip are evaluated. 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. Functional requirement The function is only available in ECO PRO mode.
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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.
Refueling Vehicle features and options 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.
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; otherwise fuel may eslide, causing harm to the environ‐ ment and damaging the vehicle.
Fuel Vehicle features and options 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.
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.
Wheels and tires Vehicle features and options 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.
These pressure values can also be found on the tire inflation pressure label on the driver's door pillar. Maximum permissible speed Do not exceed 100 mph/160 km/h; other‐ wise, tire damage and accidents may result.
Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI 225/40 R 18 92 V M+S XL A/S RSC 225/40 R 18 92 V M+S XL RSC 2.3 / 33 2.6 / 38 Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y Std Rear: 245/35 R 18 92 Y XL Std 2.3 / 33 - - 2.6 / 38 Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y RSC Rear: 245/35 R 18 88 Y RSC 2.
Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI Specifications in bar/PSI with cold tires 225/45 R 17 91 H M+S RSC 2.5 / 36 2.9 /42 205/50 R 17 89 H M+S RSC 2.6 / 38 3.1 / 45 225/40 R 18 92 V M+S XL RSC 2.7 / 39 3.2 / 46 Front: 225/45 R 17 91 W RSC Rear: 245/40 R 17 91 W RSC 2.
Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI Specifications in bar/PSI with cold tires 205/50 R 17 89 H M+S RSC 225/45 R 17 91 H M+S RSC 2.7 / 39 3.1 / 45 225/40 R 18 92 V M+S XL RSC 2.8 / 41 3.2 / 46 Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y Std Rear: 245/35 R 18 92 Y XL Std 2.
Temperature A B C All passenger car tires must conform to Fed‐ eral Safety Requirements in addition to these grades. Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified gov‐ ernment test course.
Minimum tread depth Wear indicators are distributed around the tire's circumference and have the legally re‐ quired minimum height of 0.063 in/1.
Approved wheels and tires You should only use wheels and tires that have been approved by the vehicle manu‐ facturer for your vehicle type; otherwise, e.
Storage Store wheels and tires in a cool, dry place with as little exposure to light as possible. Always protect tires against all contact with oil, grease and fuels. Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pres‐ sure indicated on the side wall of the tire.
Sealing container ▷ Sealing container, arrow 1. ▷ Filling hose, arrow 2. Observe use-by date on the sealant container. Compressor 1 On/off reel 2 Holder for bottle 3 Reduce inflation pressure 4 In.
4. Slide the sealing container upright into the holder on the compressor housing, ensur‐ ing that it engages audibly. 5. Screw the connection hose onto the tire valve of the defective wheel. 6. With the compressor switched off, insert the plug into a power socket inside the ve‐ hicle.
3. Wrap the empty sealant container and con‐ nection hose in suitable material to avoid dirtying the cargo area. 4. Stow the Mobility System back in the vehi‐ cle. Distributing the sealant Immediately drive approx. 5 miles/10 km to en‐ sure that the sealant is evenly distributed in the tire.
▷ 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.
Engine compartment Vehicle features and options 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.
Hood Hints Working in the engine compartment Never attempt to perform any service or repair operations on your vehicle without the necessary professional technical training. If you are unfamiliar with the statutory guide‐ lines, have any work on the vehicle performed only by a service center.
Engine oil Vehicle features and options 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.
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.
The engine oil quality is critical for the life of the engine. Suitable engine oil types 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.
Coolant Vehicle features and options 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.
Maintenance Vehicle features and options 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.
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.
Replacing components Vehicle features and options 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.
Danger of burns Only change bulbs when they are cool; otherwise, there is a danger of getting burned.◀ Working on the lighting system When working on the lighting system, you should always reel off the lights affected to prevent short circuits.
Accessing the turn signals and low beams Follow general instructions, refer to page 193 . 1. In the wheel house, loosen the two brack‐ ets and remove the cover. Turn signal 21-watt bulb, PY21W 1. If necessary, pull the inside trim of the wheel house slightly inward.
Accessing the daytime running lights, high beams/headlight flasher and parking lights Follow general instructions, refer to page 193 . 1. Open the hood, refer to page 186 . 2. Turn the cover counterclockwise and re‐ move. Daytime running lights and high beams/ headlight flasher 55-watt bulb, H15.
At a glance 1 Parking lights / daytime running lights 2 Low beams/high beams/headlight flasher 3 Turn signal Xenon headlights Low beams and high beams are designed with xenon technology. The parking lights and daylight running lights are made using LED technology.
Carefully raise the wheel house panel, ar‐ row 2. 2. Pull off the bulb connector, arrow 1. Turn the bulb, arrow 2. Left side of vehicle: turn clockwise. Right side of vehicle: turn counterclock‐ wise. Remove the bulb. 3. Insert the new bulb, connect the connector and screw on the wheel house panel.
bumper area. In addition to the two outer fasteners, there is another inner fastener. 4. Grasp the handle with one hand, arrow 1, and brace with the free hand on the out‐ side, arrow 2. Carefully pry out the tail lamp, arrow 3, until the rubber mount re‐ leases from the inner fastener.
Jacking points for the vehicle jack The jacking points for the vehicle jack are lo‐ cated at the positions shown. Vehicle battery Maintenance The battery is maintenance-free. The added amount of acid is sufficient for the service life of the battery.
Fuses 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‐ sulting in a fire in the vehicle.
Breakdown assistance Vehicle features and options 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.
When the emergency request is received at the BMW Response Center, the BMW Response Center contacts you and takes further steps to help you. Even if you are unable to respond, the BMW Response Center can take further steps to help you under certain circum‐ stances.
Preparation Bodywork contact between vehicles Make sure that there is no contact be‐ tween the bodywork of the two vehicles; other‐ wise, there is a danger of short circuits. ◀ 1. Check whether the battery of the other ve‐ hicle has a voltage of 12 volts.
Tow-starting and towing Note Tow-starting and towing For tow-starting or towing, switch off the Intelligent Safety systems; otherwise malfunc‐ tions of the individual braking systems might lead to accidents. ◀ Manual transmission Gearshift lever in neutral position.
Steptronic transmission: transporting your vehicle Note Your vehicle is not permitted to be towed. Therefore, contact a service center in the event of a breakdown. Do not have the vehicle towed Have your vehicle transported on a load‐ ing platform only; otherwise, damage may oc‐ cur.
The tow fitting is located in the onboard vehi‐ cle tool kit under the cargo floor panel. Tow fitting, information on use ▷ Use only the tow fitting provided with the vehicle and screw it all the way in. ▷ Use the tow fitting for towing on paved roads only.
Care Vehicle features and options 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.
Manual transmission: 1. Drive into the car wash. 2. Shift to neutral. 3. Switch the engine off. 4. Switch on the ignition. Steptronic transmission: 1. Drive into the car wash. 2. Engage selector lever position N. 3. Switch the engine off. In this way, the ignition remains switched on, and a Check-Control message is dis‐ played.
Aggressive substances such as spilled fuel, oil, grease or bird droppings, must be removed im‐ mediately to prevent the finish from being al‐ tered or discolored.
grease removers, fuel, or such; this could lead to surface damage. ◀ Safety belts Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and thus have a negative impact on safety. Chemical cleaning Do not clean chemically; this can destroy the webbing.◀ Use only a mild soapy solution, with the safety belts clipped into their buckles.
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Technical data Vehicle features and options 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.
Seite 215 Technical data Reference 215 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 961 270 - II/15 228i Approved gross vehicle weight lbs kg 4,165/4,210–4,220 1,889/1,910–1,914 Load lbs/kg 785/356 Approved front axle load lbs Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,345/1,064 Approved roof load capacity lbs/kg 165/75 Cargo area capacity cu ft/l 13.
M235i xperformanceed by BMW M Approved gross vehicle weight lbs kg 4,490 2,037 Load lbs/kg 785/356 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,245/1,018 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,380/1,080 Approved roof load capacity lbs/kg 165/75 Cargo area capacity cu ft/l 13.
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Everything from A to Z Index A ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 112 Acceleration Assistant, refer to Launch Control 74 Accessories and parts 7 Activated-charcoal filter 135 Adaptive brake lights, refer .
Break-in 152 Brightness of Control Dis‐ play 88 Bulb replacement 193 Bulb replacement, front 194 Bulb replacement, rear 198 Bulbs and lights 193 Button, Start/Stop 63 Bypassing, refer to Jump- start.
D Damage, tires 178 Damping control, dy‐ namic 114 Data, technical 214 Date 81 Daytime running lights 91 Daytime running lights, bulb replacement 196 Defrosting, refer to defrosting the windows 131 .
Exterior mirror, automatic dimming feature 57 Exterior mirrors 55 External start 203 External temperature dis‐ play 81 External temperature warn‐ ing 81 Eyes for securing cargo 156 F Failure messa.
Indication of a flat tire 99 , 102 Indicator and alarm lamps, see Check Control 77 Indicator lamp, see Check Control 77 Individual air distribu‐ tion 131 , 134 Individual settings, refer to Personal.
Manual operation, rearview camera 123 Manual transmission 71 Marking on approved tires 179 Marking, run-flat tires 180 Master key, refer to Remote control 34 Maximum cooling 133 Maximum speed, display.
Pressure, tire air pres‐ sure 172 Pressure warning, tires 102 Profile, refer to Personal Pro‐ file 35 Programmable memory but‐ tons, iDrive 24 Protective function, glass sunroof 47 Protective fu.
Speed limit detection, on- board computer 86 Speed limiter, display 83 Speed Limit Information 83 Speed warning 87 Split screen 23 SPORT+ - program, Dynamic Driving Control 115 Sport displays, torque .
U Unintentional alarm 45 Units of measure 88 Universal remote control 137 Unlock button, Steptronic transmission 72 Unlocking/locking via door lock 39 Unlocking/locking with re‐ mote control 37 Unlo.
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