BMW 2 SERIES CONVERTIBLE 2018 Owners Manual

service center or repair shop. Records of reguj
lar maintenance and repair work should be rej
tained.
Socket
for
OBD
Onboard
Diagnosis
Safety
information NOTE
The socket for Onboard Diagnosis is an
intricate component intended to be used in
conjunction with specialized equipment to check the vehicless primary emissions system.Improper use of the socket for Onboard Diagjnosis, or contact with the socket for Onboard
Diagnosis for other than its intended purpose,
can cause vehicle malfunctions and creates risks of personal and property damage. Given
the foregoing, the manufacture of your vehicle
strongly recommends that access to the socket for Onboard Diagnosis be limited to a
dealer's service center or another qualified service center or repair shop or other persons
that have the specialized training and equipj
ment for purposes of properly utilizing the
socket for Onboard Diagnosis.'

Replacing
componentsVehicle
features
and
optionsThis chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due
to the selected options or country versions.
This also applies to safety-related functions
and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations
must be observed.
Onboard
vehicle
tool
kit
The onboard vehicle tool kit is located under
the cargo floor panel.
Wiper
blade
replacement Safety
information NOTE
If the wiper arm falls onto the windshield
without the wiper blades installed, the windj shield can be damaged. There is a risk of propjerty damage. Secure the wiper arm when rejplacing the wiper blades and do not fold downthe wipers without the wiper blades installed.'

A spare light box is available from a dealerss
service center or another qualified service cenj
ter or repair shop.
Observe the safety information, refer to page 243.
Light-emitting
diodes
(LEDs) Some items of equipment use light-emitting
diodes installed behind a cover as a light
source. These light-emitting diodes, which are
related to conventional lasers, are officially
designated as Class 1 light-emitting diodes.
Observe the safety information, refer to
page 243.
Safety
information
Lights
and
bulbs WARNING
Bulbs can get hot during operation. Conj
tact with the bulbs can cause burns. There is a
risk of injury. Only change bulbs after they
have cooled off.'

Tail
lamps,
bulb
replacement
Overview1Turn signal2Outer brake lights3Inside brake light4Reversing light5Rear light
Bulb
replacement General
information
Follow the safety information, refer to
page 243.
Reversing light: 21-watt bulb, W21W.
The turn signals, brake lights, and rear lights
feature LED technology. In the case of a malj
function, contact a dealerss service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
Removing
the
tail
lamp
1.Open tailgate.2.Open the two covers on the tail lamp.3.With the handle of the screwdriver from the onboard vehicle tool kit, loosen and rejmove the nuts on the two fasteners. Make
sure that the nuts do not drop into the
bumper area. In addition to the two outer
fasteners, there is another inner fastener.4.Hold the grip rail in one hand, arrow 1, and
brace against the outside with your other hand, arrow 2. Carefully pry out the tail
lamp, arrow 3, until the rubber mount rej
leases from the inner fastener.5.Remove the plug from the bulb holder.
Replacing
the
bulbs
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2.Press the nonworking bulb gently into thesocket, turn counterclockwise and remove.3.Install the new bulb and cover in reverseorder of removal.
Installing
the
tail
lamp
1.Connect the plug to the bulb holder.2.Insert the tail lamp straight in and press itin, arrow 1, until the rubber mount latchesin the inner fastener. Make sure when inj
serting the tail lamp that the rubber lip, arj
row 2, on the top side of the tail lamp does
not fold over. Screw on the two nuts, arj row 3, and close covers.
Central
brake
lamp
and
license
plate
lamp
Observe the safety information, refer topage 243.
These lights are made using LED technology.
In the case of a malfunction, contact a dealerss service center or another qualified service cenj
ter or repair shop.
Vehicle
battery Maintenance
The battery is maintenance-free.
The added amount of acid is sufficient for the
service life of the battery.
More information about the battery can be rej quested from a dealerss service center or anjother qualified service center or repair shop.
Replacing
the
vehicle
battery
General
information
The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends that you have a dealerss service center or anjother qualified service center or repair shop
register the vehicle battery to the vehicle after
the battery has been replaced. Once the batj tery has been registered again, all comfort feaj
tures will be available without restriction and
any Check Control messages displayed which
relate to comfort features will disappear.
Safety
information NOTE
Vehicle batteries that are not compatible
can damage vehicle systems and impair vehij
cle functions. There is a risk of personal and
property damage. Only vehicle batteries that are compatible with your vehicle type should
be installed in your vehicle. Information on
compatible vehicle batteries is available at your
dealerss service center.'

Safety
informationNOTE
Battery chargers for the vehicle battery
can work with high voltages and currents,
which means that the 12 volt on-board netj work can be overloaded or damaged. There is
a risk of property damage. Only connect batj tery chargers for the vehicle battery to the
starting aid terminals in the engine compartj
ment.'

Attaching
the
covers1.When attaching the cover, make sure thatall four fasteners are engaged.2.Attach the cover under the rubber lip and
then thread it between the bars.3.Press down on the holder and tighten the
three screws.
In
the
cargo
area
Fold up the cargo floor panel.
Information on the fuse types and locations is
found on a separate sheet.
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Breakdown
assistanceVehicle
features
and
options
This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due
to the selected options or country versions.
This also applies to safety-related functions
and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations
must be observed.
Hazard
warning
flashers
The button is located in the center console.
The red light in the button flashes when the
hazard warning flashers are activated.
Intelligent
emergency
call
Concept
In case of an emergency, an Emergency Rej
quest can be made through the system.
General
information Only press the SOS button in an emergency.
For technical reasons, the Emergency Request cannot be guaranteed under unfavorable conj
ditions.
Overview
SOS button at the interior mirror
Functional
requirements
'yThe SIM card integrated in the vehicle hasbeen activated.'yThe radio-ready state is switched on.'yThe Assist system is functional.
Initiating
an
Emergency
Request
automatically
Under certain conditions, for instance if the airj bags trigger, an Emergency Request is autoj
matically initiated immediately after an accij
dent of corresponding severity. Automatic
Collision Notification is not affected by pressj
ing the SOS button.
Initiating
an
Emergency
Request
manually
1.Press the cover briefly to open it.2.Press the SOS button until the LED at the button lights up green.'yThe LED is illuminated green when an
Emergency Request has been initiated.
If a cancel prompt appears on the Control
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If the situation allows, wait in your vehicle
until the voice connection has been estabj
lished.'yThe LED flashes green when a connection to the BMW Response Center has been
established.
The BMW Response Center then makes contact with 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 circumj
stances.
For this, data is transmitted to the BMW
Response Center which serves to deterj
mine the necessary rescue measures. E.g., the current position of the vehicle, if it canbe established.
Even if you can no longer hear the BMW Response Center through the loudspeakj
ers, the BMW Response Center may still
be able to hear you.
The BMW Response Center ends the Emerj
gency Request.
Roadside
Assistance
General
information
Roadside Assistance can be reached around the clock in many countries. You can obtain asjsistance there in the event of a vehicle breakjdown.
Roadside
Assistance
Concept
BMW Roadside Assistance can be contacted if
assistance is needed in the event of a breakj down.
General
information
In the event of a breakdown, data on the vehij
cle's condition are sent directly to Roadside Assistance.
Roadside Assistance can also be contacted via
a Check Control message, refer to page 106.
Requirements'yActive ConnectedDrive contract, equipj
ment version with Intelligent emergency call or BMW ConnectedDrive services.'yCellular network reception.'yIgnition or standby state is switched on.
Starting
Roadside
Assistance
If the vehicle is equipped with Teleservices,
support is offered through Teleservice Diagnoj
sis.
Using iDrive:
1."ConnectedDrive"2."BMW Assist"3."BMW Roadside Assistance"
A voice connection is established.
Teleservice
Diagnosis
Teleservice Diagnosis enables the wireless
transmission of detailed vehicle data that is imj
portant for vehicle diagnosis. This data is transmitted automatically.
A voice connection is established to Roadside
Assistance.
Starting
Teleservice
Help
Teleservice Help enables an in-depth diagnoj sis of the vehicle by Roadside Assistance via
wireless transmission.
You can launch Teleservice Help by requesting
it through Roadside Assistance.
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3.Control Display is switched on.4."Teleservice Help"
The driving ability of the vehicle can be rejstored for specific functions.
If this is not possible, further measures will be
initiated, for instance Roadside Assistance will
be informed.
Warning
triangle
The warning triangle is located on the inside ofthe tailgate.
To remove, loosen the bracket.
First-aid
kit General
information Some of the articles have a limited service life.
Check the expiration dates of the contents regularly and replace any expired items
promptly.
Storage
The first-aid kit is located in the cargo area in
the storage compartment.
Jump-starting General
information
If the battery is discharged, the engine can be started using the battery of another vehicleand two jumper cables. Only use jumper cajbles with fully insulated clamp handles.
Safety
information DANGER
Contact with live components can lead to
an electric shock. There is a risk of injuries or
danger to life. Do not touch any components
that are under voltage.'