BMW 2 SERIES COUPE 2020 Owners Manual

Loads
The
permitted
gross
weight
of
the
rear
luggage
rack
when
loaded
depends
on
how
far
its
centre
of
gravity
is
from
the
ball
linkage.
'xIf
the
centre
of
gravity
is
up
to
30
cm,
11.8
in
from
the
ball
linkage,
the
gross
weight
of
the
rear
luggage
rack
must
not
exceed
75
kg/165
lbs.'xIf
the
centre
of
gravity
is
60
cm,
23.5
in
from the
ball
linkage,
the
gross
weight
of
the
rear
luggage
rack
must
not
exceed
35
kg/77
lbs.'xStow
heavy
loads
as
close
as
possible
to
the
ball
linkage.'xFasten
loads
securely
to
the
rear
luggage
rack
and
secure
them
against
sliding
around.
Driving
with
a
rear
luggage
rack
When
laden,
the
rear
luggage
rack
alters
the
vejhicle's
handling
and
steering
response
due
to
thecentre
of
gravity
having
been
shifted.
When
loading
and
driving,
bear
the
following
in mind:
'xDo
not
exceed
the
permitted
axle
load
or
the
permitted
gross
weight.'xDrive
smoothly
and
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Towing
a
trailerVehicle
equipment
This
chapter
describes
all
standard,
country-spejcific
and
special
equipment
available
for
themodel
series.
It
may
therefore
describe
equipj
ment
which
is
not
installed
in
your
vehicle,
for
exj
ample
on
account
of
the
optional
equipment
sej
lected
or
the
country
variant.
This
also
applies
to
safety-relevant
functions
and
systems.
Please
comply
with
the
relevant
laws
and
regulations
when
using
the
corresponding
functions
and systems.
General
The
permitted
trailer
loads,
axle
loads,
trailer
nose
weights
and
gross
vehicle
weight
rating
are
specified
in
the
technical
data.
Possibilities
to
increase
are
known
to
a
Service
Partner
of
the
manufacturer
or
another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialist
workshop.
The
vehicle
is
equipped
with
reinforced
springs
on
the
rear
axle
and,
depending
on
the
type,
with
a
more
powerful
cooling
system.
For
Australia/New
Zealand: note
Towing
The
Australian/New
Zealand
Standards
AS
4177.1-2004
Caravan
and
light
Towing
a
trailer components
m
trailer
tow
hitches
and
towing
brackets
contains
the
following
statement,
which is
hereby
accepted
by
the
BMW
Group
Australia:
FOR
TOWING
ONLY.
The
towbar
supplied
with
your
BMW
vehicle
should
only
be
used
for
towj ing
purposes,
the
towbar
assembly
should
not
be
used
in
conjunction
with
any
towbar-mounted
carrying
device,
such
as,
for
example,
a
bicycle
carrying
rack.
As
all
BMW
Group
towbar
assemblies
are
dej
signed,
tested
and
approved
as
a
single
unit,
the
practice
of
modifying
or
replacing
the
BMW
supj plied
towball
mount
assembly
is
not
approved.
Use
only
the
genuine
BMW
towball
mount
asj
sembly.
BMW
Group
Australia
does
not
recommend
or support
the
installation
and
use
of
a
Weight
Disj
tribution
Hitch
or
Load
Levelling
Device
on
any
BMW
Group
vehicle.
The
use
of
such
devices
may
affect
the
vehicless
warranty
status.
We
recommend
you
consult
your
Authorised
BMW
Dealer
for
any
further
advice
or
clarificaj
tion.
Before
a
journey
Trailer
nose
weight The
trailer
nose
weight
should
not
be
less
than
the
minimum
trailer
nose
weight
of
25
kg,
55
lb.
Utilise
the
maximum
trailer
nose
weight
as
far
as
possible.
The
weight
of
the
trailer
tow
hitch
and
the
nose weight
reduce
the
maximum
load
of
the
towing vehicle.
The
nose
weight
increases
the
vehicleweight.
The
total
permitted
weight
of
the
towing
vehicle
must
not
be
exceeded.
Loads
Distribute
the
load
as
evenly
as
possible
over
the loading
area.
Stow
the
load
as
low
as
possible
and
as
close
as
possible
to
the
trailer
axle.
A
low
centre
of
trailer gravity
makes
the
car/trailer
combination
muchmore
stable
and
safe
to
drive.
The
permitted
total
weight
of
the
trailer
and
the
permitted
trailer
load
of
the
vehicle
must
not
be
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The
lower
value
is
the
limit
which
should
be
adhered
to.
Tyre
inflation
pressure
Check
the
vehicle's
and
the
trailer's
tyre
inflation
pressures
carefully.
On
the
vehicle,
the
tyre
inflation
pressure,
see
page
256,
for
higher
loads
applies.
For
the
trailer,
the
regulations
of
the
manufacj
turer
apply.
Runflat
indicator
RPA
Initialise
the
runflat
indicator
after
the
tyre
inflaj tion
pressure
has
been
corrected
or
a
trailer
has
been
attached
or
detached.
Tyre
Pressure
Monitor
TPMReset
the
Tyre
Pressure
Monitor
after
the
tyre
inflation
pressure
has
been
corrected
or
a
trailer
has
been
attached
or
detached.
Exterior
mirror Two
exterior
mirrors
which
bring
both
rear
corj
ners
of
the
trailer
into
your
field
of
view
are
rej
quired
by
law.
Mirrors
of
this
type
are
available
as
special
equipment
from
a
Service
Partner
of
the
manufacturer
or
another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialist
workshop.
Power
consumption Before
beginning
your
journey,
check
the
funcjtion
of
the
trailer
rear
lights.
The
power
output
of
the
trailer's
rear
lights
must
not
exceed
the
following
values:'xTurn
indicators:
42
watt
per
side.'xTail
lights:
50
watt
per
side.'xBrake
lights:
84
watt
total.'xRear
fog
lights:
42
watt
total.'xReversing
lights:
42
watt
total.
To
save
vehicle
battery
power
when
the
engine
is
off,
keep
the
switch-on
times
of
power
conj sumers
short.
Towing
a
trailer
General
When
the
trailer
socket
is
in
use,
some
Driver
Asj sistance
Systems
are
unavailable,
or
available
to
a
limited
extent.
A
Check
Control
message
is shown
where
applicable.
Safety
notes
WARNING
Speeds
in
excess
of
approximately
80
km/h,
50
mph,
can
be
enough
to
produce
snaking motion,
depending
on
the
design
of
trailers
and
the
loads
they
are
carrying.
There
is
a
danger
of
accidents
or
damage
to
property.
Keep
to
an
appropriate
speed
when
towing
a
trailer.
If
the
trailer
starts
to
snake,
brake
immej
diately
and
make
the
necessary
steering
corj
rections
as
carefully
as
possible.
WARNING
The
tyre
inflation
pressure
must
be
adapted
because
of
the
increased
axle
load
when
towj
ing
a
trailer.
Driving
with
inadequate
tyre
inflaj
tion
pressure
can
damage
the
tyres.
There
is
a
danger
of
accidents
or
damage
to
property.
Do
not
exceed
a
speed
of
100
km/h
/
60
mph.
Inj
crease
the
tyre
inflation
pressure
of
the
towing
vehicle
by
0.2
bar.
Note
the
maximum
possible
tyre
inflation
pressure
stated
on
the
tyre.
NOTE
On
long
journeys
with
high
trailer
loads,
a
high
outside
temperature
and
a
low
fuel
tank
conj
tent,
the
fuel
system
can
overheat
leading
to
reduced
engine
power.
There
is
a
risk
of
matej
rial
damage.
Refuel
in
good
time.
Make
sure
that
on
long
journeys
with
high
trailer
loads
and
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the
fuel
tank
is
more
than
1/4
full.
Upward
gradients In
the
interest
of
safety
and
to
avoid
holding
up
other
traffic,
do
not
attempt
to
climb
upward
graj dients
steeper
than
12
%
when
towing
a
trailer.
If
higher
trailer
loads
have
been
retrospectivelyapproved,
the
limit
is
8%.
Driving
off
on
upward
gradientsTo
prevent
the
vehicle
from
rolling
back
whendriving
off,
use
the
parking
brake.
Downhill
gradients On
downward
gradients,
a
car/trailer
combinationtends
to
start
snaking
earlier.
Before
the
downward
gradient,
shift
down
manj
ually
to
the
next-lowest
gear
and
drive
downj wards
slowly.
Trailer
Stability
Control
Principle The
system
helps
you
to
neutralise
a
trailer's
tendency
to
swing
from
side
to
side.
It
detects
snaking
movements
and
promptly
brakes
the
vehicle
so
that
road
speed
falls
to
bej
low
the
critical
range
and
the
car
/
trailer
combij nation
is
stabilised.
General
If
the
power
socket
for
the
trailer
is
in
use
but
no
trailer
is
attached,
for
example
when
using
a
bicyj
cle
carrier
with
lighting,
the
system
may
become
active
in
extreme
driving
situations.
Operating
requirements The
system
is
operational
from
a
speed
of
apjproximately
65
km/h,
40
mph,
when
towing
a
trailer
and
with
the
trailer
socket
in
use.
System
limits
The
system
is
unable
to
intervene
or
intervenestoo
late,
in
the
following
situations
for
example:'xIf
a
trailer
folds
instantly,
for
example
on
slipjpery
or
loose
road
surfaces.'xIf
a
trailer
with
a
high
centre
of
gravity
tips
over
before
snaking
is
detected.'xIf
Dynamic
Stability
Control
DSC
is
deactivaj ted
or
has
malfunctioned.'xIf
the
power
consumption
of
a
trailer
is
toolow
to
be
detected
by
the
system,
for
examj
ple
due
to
LED
rear
lights.
Not
for
Australia/New
Zealand:
Trailer
tow
hitch with
removable
trailer
ball
Safety
notes
WARNING
If
the
ball
linkage
is
not
locked,
unstable
driving conditions
or
accidents
can
result.
There
is
a danger
of
accidents
or
damage
to
property.
Bejfore
a
journey
with
a
trailer
or
load
carrier,
checkthat
the
ball
linkage
is
correctly
locked.
WARNING
When
inserting
the
ball
linkage,
parts
of
the
body
can
be
trapped
by
the
hand
wheel.
There is
a
danger
of
injury.
When
inserting
the
ball
linkage,
do
not
hold
the
ball
linkage
in
area
of
hand
wheel.
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Storage
Ball
linkage
is
located
under
boot
floor.Ball
linkage
bracket
The
bracket
for
the
removable
ball
linkage
is
onthe
underside
of
the
vehicle.
Follow
the
maintenance
instructions,
see page
303.
Overview
1Marking
green2Red
or
green
mark3Trigger
lever4Handwheel5Cover
cap
for
lock
or
key
Attaching
ball
linkage
Before
attaching Before
fitting
the
ball
linkage,
the
locking
systemmust
be
prepared:
1.If
the
key
is
not
stopped
in
the
lock,
open
the
lock
with
the
key.2.Pull
the
handwheel,
arrow
1,
and
turn
in
dij
rection
of
arrow
2
as
far
as
it
will
go.
The
ball
linkage
can
be
inserted
when
the following
points
have
been
met:
'xTrigger
lever
is
on
the
ball
linkage.'xRed
marking
of
the
handwheel
is
above
thegreen
area
on
the
ball
linkage.
Inserting
ball
linkage
1.Pull
the
cover
stopper
of
the
take-up
downjwards
and
store
in
the
vehicle.2.Insert
the
ball
linkage
from
underneath
in
thetake-up
and
push
upwards
until
it
engages.3.Lock
the
lock
in
the
handwheel.4.Remove
the
key.5.Attach
the
cap
to
the
lock.
Checking
the
interlock
Ensure
that
the
ball
linkage
is
properly
engaged
by
shaking
it.
If
the
ball
linkage
is
not
fitted
firmly,
check
the
following
points:
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'xGreen
marking
on
the
handwheel
is
abovethe
green
area
of
the
ball
linkage.'xThe
handwheel
is
flush
with
the
ball
linkage.'xThe
lock
is
locked
and
the
key
is
removed.
Check
with
a
Service
Partner
of
the
manufacjturer
or
another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialist
workshop
if
all
points
are
met
and
the
ball
linkage
is
not
firmly
fitted.
Removing
ball
linkage
1.Remove
cap
from
the
lock.2.Insert
key
and
unlock
the
lock
in
the
handjwheel.
The
key
is
stopped
with
the
lock
unlocked.3.Hold
ball
linkage
firmly.4.Pull
the
handwheel,
arrow
1,
and
turn
in
dij
rection
of
arrow
2
as
far
as
it
will
go.5.Pull
the
ball
linkage
out
of
the
bracket.6.Let
go
of
the
handwheel,
the
key
remains
in
the
lock.7.Attach
the
cap
to
the
key.8.Plug
the
cover
stopper
into
the
take-up.
Trailer
socket
The
trailer
socket
is
underneath
the
bumper
next
to
the
ball
linkage.
Swivelling
in
and
out
WARNING
The
socket
for
the
trailer
or
rear
luggage
rack
can
heat
up
due
to
exhaust
gases.
There
is
a
danger
of
injury.
Allow
the
trailer
socket
to
cool
before
swivelling
out.
Swivel
trailer
socket
in
or
out
up
to
the
end
posij
tion.
Eye
for
securing
cable
There
is
an
eye
on
the
trailer
tow
hitch
bracketfor
attaching
the
trailer
securing
cable.
For
increased
safety
when
towing
a
trailer,
attach the
trailer
securing
cable
to
the
eye.
Check
that
the
securing
cable
can
move
freely
and
is
not
dragging
on
the
ground.
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Operating
rear
luggageracks
The
ball
linkage
of
the
trailer
tow
hitch
can
be
used
as
a
mount
for
rear
luggage
racks;
for
exj ample
bicycle
rack
systems.
Follow
the
information
on
rear
luggage
racks when
operating
the
rear
luggage
rack,
see
page
230.
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Saving
fuelVehicle
equipment
This
chapter
describes
all
standard,
country-spejcific
and
special
equipment
available
for
themodel
series.
It
may
therefore
describe
equipj
ment
which
is
not
installed
in
your
vehicle,
for
exj
ample
on
account
of
the
optional
equipment
sej
lected
or
the
country
variant.
This
also
applies
to
safety-relevant
functions
and
systems.
Please
comply
with
the
relevant
laws
and
regulations
when
using
the
corresponding
functions
and systems.
General
The
vehicle
possesses
wide-ranging
technoloj
gies
for
reducing
consumption
and
emission
levj
els.
Fuel
consumption
depends
on
various
factors.
A
number
of
measures,
such
as
a
moderate
drivj ing
style
and
regular
maintenance,
can
influencefuel
consumption
and
reduce
the
burden
on
the
environment.
Remove
unnecessary
loads
Extra
weight
increases
fuel
consumption.
Remove
add-on
parts
after use
If
no
longer
required,
remove
auxiliary
mirrors,roof
racks
and
rear-mounted
racks
after
use.
Add-on
parts
on
the
vehicle
interfere
with
its
aerj
odynamic
performance
and
increase
fuel
conj
sumption.
Closing
windows
and
the
Glass
Roof
An
open
Glass
Roof
or
open
window
increase
drag
and
consequently
reduce
the
range.
Tyres
GeneralTyres
can
have
differing
effects
on
consumption.
For
example
consumption
can
be
affected
by
tyre
size.
Check
tyre
inflation
pressure
regularly
Check
and,
if
necessary,
correct
the
tyre
inflation
pressures
at
least
twice
a
month
and
before
setj
ting
off
on
a
longer
journey.
Insufficient
tyre
inflation
pressure
increases
rollj ing
resistance
and
consequently
fuel
consumpj
tion
and
tyre
wear.
Drive
off
immediately
Do
not
warm
up
the
engine
with
the
vehicle
at
a
standstill;
it
is
preferable
to
set
off
straight
away, driving
at
moderate
engine
speeds.
This
brings
the
cold
engine
up
to
operating
temj
perature
as
quickly
as
possible.
Think
ahead
Anticipating
the
road
situation
and
adopting
a
smooth
driving
style
will
reduce
fuel
consumpj
tion.
Avoid
accelerating
and
braking
unnecessarily.
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Keep
an
appropriate
distance
from
the
vehicleahead.
Avoid
high
engine
speeds
Driving
at
low
engine
speeds
lowers
fuel
conjsumption
and
wear.
Pay
attention
to
the
shift
point
indicator,
see
page
137,
in
the
vehicle,
if
fitted.
Make
use
of
overrun
mode
When
approaching
a
red
traffic
light,
take
your foot
off
the
accelerator
and
allow
the
vehicle
toroll.
On
downward
stretches,
take
your
foot
off
the accelerator
and
allow
the
vehicle
to
roll.
The
fuel
supply
is
interrupted
in
overrun
mode.
Switch
off
the
engine
ifstopping
for
longer
periods
Stopping
the
engine
When
you
stop
the
vehicle
for
longer
periods,
for
example
at
traffic
lights,
railway
crossings
or
in traffic
jams,
switch
off
the
engine.
Auto
Start
Stop
function The
Auto
Start
Stop
function
of
the
vehicle
shuts
off
the
engine
automatically
during
a
stop.
If
the
engine
is
switched
off
and
then
started
again,
the
fuel
consumption
and
emissions
are
reduced
compared
with
a
permanently
running
engine.
Savings
can
be
made
just
by
stopping
the
engine
for
a
few
seconds.
Fuel
consumption
also
depends
on
other
factors,
such
as
driving
style,
road
condition,
maintej
nance
or
environmental
factors,
for
example.
Switch
off
functions
which
are
not
currently
required
Functions
such
as
seat
heating
or
rear
windowheating
require
a
great
deal
of
energy
and
rejduce
the
range,
especially
in
city
traffic
and
stop-and-go
traffic.
Switch
these
functions
off
if
they
are
not
rej
quired.
The
ECO
PRO
drive
mode
supports
energy-savj
ing
use
of
comfort
functions.
These
functions
are automatically
deactivated
wholly
or
partially.
Have
maintenance
workcarried
out
Have
the
vehicle
serviced
regularly
to
achieve
optimal
economy
and
lifetime.
BMW
recomj
mends
having
maintenance
work
carried
out
by
a
BMW
Service
Partner.
Please
also
see
the
BMW
Maintenance
System,
see
page
280.
ECO
PRO
Principle
ECO
PRO
supports
an
efficient
driving
style.
To
do
this,
the
engine
management
and
comfort functions,
such
as
for
example
the
air
conditionj
ing
power,
are
adjusted.
The
engine
is
disconnected
from
the
gearbox
in
selector
lever
position
D
under
certain
circumj
stances.
The
vehicle
rolls
when
idling
to
optimise
consumption.
Selector
lever
position
D
remains
engaged.
In
addition,
messages
to
help
you
to
drive
with maximum
efficiency
can
also
be
displayed
in
real
time.
In
the
instrument
cluster,
the
extension
of
the
range
achieved
as
a
result
can
be
displayed
as
a
bonus
range.
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The
system
comprises
the
following
EfficientDynamics
functions
and
EfficientDynamics
displays:'xECO
PRO
bonus
range,
see
page
241.'xActivate/deactivate
the
display,
see
page
241.'xECO
PRO
air
conditioning,
see
page
240.'xRoute-ahead
assistant,
see
page
242.'xCoasting
driving
state,
see
page
243.'xDriving
style
analysis,
see
page
244.
Overview
Driving
Experience
Control
Activating
ECO
PRO Press
the
button
until
ECO
PRO
is
disjplayed
in
the
instrument
cluster.
Configuring
ECO
PRO
Via
the
Driving
Experience
Control
1.Activating
ECO
PRO.2.Configure
ECO
PRO3.Select
the
desired
setting.
Via
iDrive
1.My
Vehicle2.Vehicle
settings3.If
applicable,
Driving
mode4.Configure
ECO
PRO5.Select
the
desired
setting.
The
setting
is
saved
for
the
currently
used
proj
file.
Enabling/disabling
functions The
following
functions
can
be
activated
/
deactijvated:
'xECO
PRO
limit'xECO
PRO
climate
control'xCoasting'xRoute-ahead
assistant
The
settings
are
saved
for
the
current
driver
projfile.
ECO
PRO
Limit
'xActivate
ECO
PRO
Limit:
ECO
PRO
limit:
An
ECO
PRO
tip
is
shown
when
the
speed
of the
set
ECO
PRO
limit
is
exceeded.'xSet
the
ECO
PRO
Limit
speed:
Tip
at:
Select
the
required
speed.
ECO
PRO
air
conditioning ECO
PRO
climate
control
The
air
conditioning
is
adjusted
for
efficient
conj sumption.
To
achieve
this,
the
set
temperature
is
adjusted
slightly
and
the
interior
is
heated
or
cooled
more slowly
to
reduce
consumption.
The
power
to
the
seat
heating
and
mirror
heating
is
also
reduced.
Coasting
The
coasting
function
enables
the
engine
to
be
operated
at
idle
when
decelerating
in
order
to optimise
consumption.
Deactivate
the
function
to
use
the
braking
effect of
the
engine
when
driving
downhill.
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