BMW 2 SERIES COUPE 2021 Owners Manual

Storage
compartmentsVehicle
features
andoptions
This
chapter
describes
all
standard,
country-spe#jcific
and
optional
features
offered
with
the
series. It
also
describes
features
and
functions
that
are
not
necessarily
available
in
your
vehicle,
e.g.,
due to
the
selected
options
or
country
versions.
Thisalso
applies
to
safety-related
functions
and
sys#j
tems.
When
using
these
functions
and
systems,
the
applicable
laws
and
regulations
must
be
ob#j
served.
Safety
information
Warning
Loose
objects
or
devices
with
a
cable
connec#j tion
to
the
vehicle,
for
instance
mobile
phones,
can
be
thrown
about
the
car's
interior
while
driving,
for
instance
in
the
event
of
an
accident,
braking
or
evasive
maneuver.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury.
Secure
loose
objects
or
devices
with
a
cable
connection
to
the
vehicle
in
the
car's
in#j
terior.
NOTICE
Anti-slip
pads
such
as
anti-slip
mats
can
dam#j age
the
dashboard.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Do
not
use
anti-slip
pads.
Storage
compartments
The
following
storage
compartments
are
availa#j
ble
in
the
car's
interior:
'xGlove
compartment
on
the
front
passenger
side,
refer
to
page
201.'xGlove
compartment
on
the
driver's
side,
refer
to
page
202.'xCompartments
in
the
doors,
refer
to
page
202.'xFront
storage
compartment,
in
front
of
the
cup
holders,
refer
to
page
203.'xStorage
compartment
in
the
front
center
armrest,
refer
to
page
203.'xNets
on
the
backrests
of
the
front
seats.'xStorage
compartment
in
the
rear
center
con#j
sole,
refer
to
page
203.'xWith
two
rear
seats:
Storage
compartment
between
the
rear
seats,
refer
to
page
203.
Glove
compartment
Front
passenger
side
Safety
information
Warning
Folded
open,
the
glove
compartment
protrudes in
the
car's
interior.
Objects
in
the
glove
com#j
partment
can
be
thrown
into
the
car's
interior
while
driving,
for
instance
in
the
event
of
an
ac#j
cident,
braking
or
evasive
maneuvers.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury.
Always
close
the
glove
compart#j
ment
immediately
after
using
it.
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Opening
Pull
the
handle.
The
light
in
the
glove
compartment
switches
on.
Closing
Fold
cover
closed.
Locking
The
glove
compartment
can
be
locked
with
an
integrated
key
to
separately
secure
the
trunk
lid, refer
to
page
68,
for
instance.
This
prevents
access
to
the
glove
compartment
and
to
the
cargo
area.
After
the
glove
compartment
is
locked,
the
vehi#j cle
key
can
be
handed
over,
such
as
at
a
hotel,
without
the
integrated
key.
Driver's
side
Safety
information
Warning
Folded
open,
the
glove
compartment
protrudes in
the
car's
interior.
Objects
in
the
glove
com#j
partment
can
be
thrown
into
the
car's
interior
while
driving,
for
instance
in
the
event
of
an
ac#j
cident,
braking
or
evasive
maneuvers.
There
is a
risk
of
injury.
Always
close
the
glove
compart#j
ment
immediately
after
using
it.
Opening
Pull
the
handle.
Closing Fold
cover
closed.
Compartments
in
the
doors
General
information There
are
storage
compartments
in
the
doors.
Safety
information
Warning
Breakable
objects,
such
as
glass
bottles
or
glasses,
can
break
in
the
event
of
an
accident
or
a
braking
or
evasive
maneuver.
Broken
glass
can
be
scattered
in
the
car's
interior.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury
or
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Do
not
use
any
breakable
objects
while
driving.
Only
stow
breakable
objects
in
closed
storage
compartments.
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Front
storage
compartment
There
is
a
storage
compartment
in
the
centerconsole.
Center
armrest
Front General
information A
storage
compartment
is
located
in
the
center
armrest
between
the
front
seats.
Opening
Fold
the
center
armrest
up.
Repositioning The
center
armrest
can
be
pushed
forward
or
backward
and
engages
in
the
end
positions.
Connection
for
an
external
audio
device
An
external
audio
device,
for
instance
an
MP3 player,
can
be
connected
via
the
USB
audio
in#j
terface
in
the
center
armrest.
Storage
compartment
in
the
rear
A
storage
compartment
is
located
in
the
center
console.
Storage
compartmentbetween
the
rear
seats
There
is
a
storage
compartment
between
the rear
seats.
Cup
holders
Safety
information
Warning
Unsuitable
containers
in
the
cup
holders
may damage
the
cup
holders
or
be
thrown
about the
car#ss
interior
in
the
event
of
an
accident,
anevasive
maneuver,
or
forceful
braking.
Spilledliquids
can
distract
from
the
traffic
conditionsand
lead
to
an
accident.
Hot
drinks
can
damage
the
cup
holder
or
lead
to
scalding.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury
or
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Do
not
force
objects
into
the
cup
holder.
Use
light#j
weight,
shatterproof,
and
sealable
containers.
Do
not
transport
hot
beverages.
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Front
Two
cup
holders
are
located
in
the
center
con#jsole.
To
open:
slide
the
cover
forward.
To
close:
slide
the
cover
backward.
Rear In
the
center
armrest.
Pull
the
center
armrest
forward
at
the
strap.
To
open:
press
the
button.
To
close:
push
both
covers
back
in,
one
after
the
other.
NOTICE
With
an
open
cup
holder,
the
center
armrest cannot
be
folded
back
up.
There
is
a
risk
ofdamage
to
property.
Press
back
the
covers
be#jfore
the
center
armrest
is
folded
up.
Clothes
hooks
General
information
The
clothes
hooks
are
located
in
the
rear.
Safety
information
Warning
Clothing
articles
on
the
clothes
hooks
can
ob#j
struct
the
view
while
driving.
There
is
a
risk
of
accident.
When
suspending
clothing
articles
from
the
clothes
hooks,
ensure
that
they
will
not
obstruct
the
driver's
view.
Warning
Improper
use
of
the
clothes
hooks
can
lead
to
a risk
of
objects
flying
about
during
braking
and evasive
maneuvers.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury
andrisk
of
damage
to
property.
Only
hang
light#j
weight
objects,
for
instance
clothing
articles, from
the
clothes
hooks.
Storage
compartments
in
the
cargo
area
Storage
compartment One
storage
compartment
each
is
located
on
theleft
and
right
side.
Net
for
storage
compartment
Smaller
objects
can
be
stored
in
the
net
of
right
storage
compartment.
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Multi-function
hook
Warning
Improper
use
of
the
multi-function
hooks
can lead
to
a
risk
of
objects
flying
about
during braking
and
evasive
maneuvers,
for
example.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury
and
risk
of
damage
to property.
Only
hang
lightweight
objects,
such
as
shopping
bags,
from
the
multi-function
hooks.
Only
transport
heavy
luggage
in
the
cargo
area
if
it
has
been
appropriately
secured.
A
multi-function
hook
is
located
on
each
side
of
the
cargo
area.
Lashing
eyes
in
the
cargo
area
To
secure
the
cargo,
refer
to
page
211,
there
are
two
or
four
lashing
eyes
in
the
cargo
area.
Floor
net
The
floor
net
can
also
be
used
to
secure
the cargo,
refer
to
page
211,
and
store
small
parts.
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Things
to
remember
when
drivingVehicle
features
andoptions
This
chapter
describes
all
standard,
country-spe#jcific
and
optional
features
offered
with
the
series. It
also
describes
features
and
functions
that
are
not
necessarily
available
in
your
vehicle,
e.g.,
due to
the
selected
options
or
country
versions.
Thisalso
applies
to
safety-related
functions
and
sys#j
tems.
When
using
these
functions
and
systems,
the
applicable
laws
and
regulations
must
be
ob#j
served.
Breaking-in
period
General
information Moving
parts
need
to
begin
working
together
smoothly.
The
following
instructions
will
help
you
to
ach#j ieve
a
long
vehicle
life
and
good
efficiency.
During
break-in,
do
not
use
the
Launch
Control.
Safety
information
Warning
Due
to
new
parts
and
components,
safety
and driver
assistance
systems
can
react
with
a
de#j
lay.
There
is
a
risk
of
accident.
After
installing new
parts
or
with
a
new
vehicle,
drive
conser#jvatively
and
intervene
early
if
necessary.
Ob#j
serve
the
break-in
procedures
of
the
respective parts
and
components.
Engine,
transmission,
and
axle
drive
Up
to
1,200
miles/2,000
km
Do
not
exceed
the
maximum
engine
and
road
speed:'xFor
gasoline
engine
4,500
rpm
and
100
mph/160
km/h.
Avoid
full
load
or
kickdown
under
all
circumstan#j ces.
From
1,200
miles/2,000
km
The
engine
and
vehicle
speed
can
gradually
be increased.
Tires Tire
traction
is
not
optimal
due
to
manufacturing
circumstances
when
tires
are
brand-new;
they achieve
their
full
traction
potential
after
a
break-intime.
Drive
conservatively
for
the
first
200
miles/300
km.
Brake
system Brake
discs
and
brake
pads
only
reach
their
full
effectiveness
after
approx.
300
miles/500
km. Drive
moderately
during
this
break-in
period.
Clutch The
function
of
the
clutch
reaches
its
optimal
level
only
after
a
distance
driven
of
approx.
300
miles/500
km.
During
this
break-in
period,
engage
the
clutch
gently.
Following
part
replacement Observe
the
break-in
procedures
again,
if
com#j
ponents
mentioned
above
are
replaced.
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General
driving
notes
Closing
the
trunk
lid
Safety
information
Warning
An
open
trunk
lid
protrudes
from
the
vehicle and
can
endanger
occupants
and
other
trafficparticipants
or
damage
the
vehicle
in
the
event
of
an
accident,
braking
or
evasive
maneuvers.
In
addition,
exhaust
fumes
may
enter
the
car'sinterior.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury
or
risk
of
dam#j
age
to
property.
Do
not
drive
with
the
trunk
lid
open.
Driving
with
the
trunk
lid
open
If
driving
with
the
tailgate
open
cannot
beavoided:
'xClose
all
windows
and
the
glass
sunroof.'xGreatly
increase
the
air
flow
from
the
vents.'xDrive
moderately.
Ice
on
window
glass
NOTICE
The
window
will
be
lowered
slightly
when
pull#j
ing
on
the
door
handle.
In
the
event
of
frost,
the window
may
freeze
up
and
not
be
lowered.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.
When
pulling
on
the
door
handle,
make
sure
that
the
window
is
lowered.
If
necessary,
remove
snow and
ice
from
the
window.
Do
not
open
the
doorwith
force.
Hot
exhaust
gas
system
Warning
High
temperatures
can
occur
underneath
the
body,
for
instance
caused
by
the
exhaust
gas
system,
while
driving.
Contact
with
the
exhaust
gas
system
can
cause
burns.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury.
Do
not
touch
the
hot
exhaust
gas
sys#j
tem,
including
the
exhaust
pipe.
Warning
If
combustible
materials,
such
as
leaves
or
grass,
come
in
contact
with
hot
parts
of
the
ex#j
haust
gas
system,
these
materials
can
ignite.
There
is
a
risk
of
fire
and
injuries.
Do
not
re#j
move
the
heat
shields
installed
and
never
apply
undercoating
to
them.
Make
sure
that
no
com#j
bustible
materials
can
come
in
contact
with
hot
vehicle
parts
in
driving
operation,
idle
or
during
parking.
Mobile
communication
devices
in
the
vehicle
Warning
Vehicle
electronics
and
mobile
phones
can
in#j
fluence
one
another.
There
is
radiation
due
to
the
transmission
operations
of
mobile
phones. There
is
a
risk
of
injury
or
risk
of
damage
to
property.
If
possible,
in
the
car's
interior
use only
mobile
phones
with
direct
connections
to
an
exterior
antenna
in
order
to
exclude
mutual interference
and
deflect
the
radiation
from
thecar's
interior.
Hydroplaning
On
wet
or
slushy
roads,
a
wedge
of
water
canform
between
the
tires
and
road
surface.
This
phenomenon
is
referred
to
as
hydroplaning.
It
is
characterized
by
a
partial
or
complete
loss
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contact
between
the
tires
and
the
road
surface,ultimately
undermining
your
ability
to
steer
and
brake
the
vehicle.
Driving
through
water General
information
When
driving
through
water,
follow
the
following:'xDeactivate
Auto
Start/Stop
function.'xDrive
through
calm
water
only.'xDrive
through
water
only
if
it
is
not
deeper
than
a
maximum
of
9.8
inches/25
cm.'xDrive
through
water
no
faster
than
walking
speed,
up
to
3
mph/5
km/h.
Safety
information
NOTICE
When
driving
too
quickly
through
too
deep
wa#j
ter,
water
can
enter
into
the
engine
compart#j ment,
the
electrical
system
or
the
transmission.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.
When
driving
through
water,
do
not
exceed
the
maxi#j mum
indicated
water
level
and
the
maximum
speed
for
driving
through
water.
Braking
safely
General
information The
vehicle
is
equipped
with
an
Antilock
Braking
System
ABS
as
a
standard
feature.
Perform
an
emergency
stop
in
situations
that
re#j
quire
such.
Steering
is
still
responsive.
You
can
still
avoid
any
obstacles
with
a
minimum
of
steering
effort.
Pulsation
of
the
brake
pedal
and
sounds
from
the
hydraulic
circuits
indicate
that
the
ABS
is
in
its
active
mode.
In
certain
braking
situations,
the
perforated
brake discs
can
emit
functional
noises.
Functional
noises
have
no
effect
on
the
performance
and
operational
reliability
of
the
brake.
Objects
in
the
movement
area
around
pedals
and
floor
area
Warning
Objects
in
the
driver's
floor
area
can
limit
the pedal
distance
or
block
a
depressed
pedal.
There
is
a
risk
of
accident.
Stow
objects
in
the
vehicle
such
that
they
are
secured
and
cannot
enter
into
the
driver's
floor
area.
Use
floor
mats
that
are
suitable
for
the
vehicle
and
can
be
safely
attached
to
the
floor.
Do
not
use
loose
floor
mats
and
do
not
layer
several
floor
mats.
Make
sure
that
there
is
sufficient
clearance
for
the
pedals.
Ensure
that
the
floor
mats
are
se#j
curely
fastened
again
after
they
were
removed,
for
instance
for
cleaning.
Driving
in
wet
conditions
When
roads
are
wet,
salted,
or
in
heavy
rain,
gen#j tly
press
the
brake
pedal
every
few
miles.
Ensure
that
this
action
does
not
endanger
other traffic.
The
heat
generated
during
braking
dries
brake discs
and
brake
pads
and
protects
them
against corrosion.
In
this
way
braking
efficiency
will
be
available when
you
need
it.
Hills General
information
Drive
long
or
steep
downhill
gradients
in
the
gear
that
requires
least
braking
effort.
Otherwise,
the brakes
may
overheat
and
reduce
brake
effi#jciency.
You
can
increase
the
engine's
braking
effect
by shifting
down,
going
all
the
way
to
first
gear,
if
needed.
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Safety
information
Warning
Light
but
consistent
brake
pressure
can
lead
to
high
temperatures,
brakes
wearing
out
and possibly
even
brake
failure.
There
is
a
risk
ofaccident.
Avoid
placing
excessive
stress
on
the
brake
system.
Warning
In
idle
state
or
with
the
engine
switched
off,
safety
functions,
for
instance
engine
braking
ef#j
fect,
braking
assistance
and
steering
assis#j
tance,
may
not
be
available.
There
is
a
risk
of
accident.
Do
not
attempt
to
drive
in
idle
state
or
with
the
engine
switched
off.
Brake
disc
corrosion
Corrosion
on
the
brake
discs
and
contamination
on
the
brake
pads
are
increased
by
the
following
circumstances:
'xLow
mileage.'xExtended
periods
when
the
vehicle
is
not
used
at
all.'xInfrequent
use
of
the
brakes.'xAggressive,
acidic,
or
alkaline
cleaning
agents.
Corrosion
buildup
on
the
brake
discs
will
cause
a pulsating
effect
on
the
brakes
in
their
response
-
generally
this
cannot
be
corrected.
Condensation
water
under
the
parked
vehicle
When
using
the
automatic
climate
control,
con#j
densation
water
develops
and
collects
under#j
neath
the
vehicle.
Driving
on
racetracks
Warning
The
vehicle
is
not
designed
for
use
in
M
Sport or
motor
sport
type
competition.
There
is
a
risk
of
accident.
Do
not
use
the
vehicle
for
M
Sport or
motor
sport
type
competitions.
Higher
mechanical
and
thermal
loads
during
racetrack
operation
lead
to
increased
wear.
This
wear
is
not
covered
by
the
warranty.
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features
andoptions
This
chapter
describes
all
standard,
country-spe#jcific
and
optional
features
offered
with
the
series. It
also
describes
features
and
functions
that
are
not
necessarily
available
in
your
vehicle,
e.g.,
due to
the
selected
options
or
country
versions.
Thisalso
applies
to
safety-related
functions
and
sys#j
tems.
When
using
these
functions
and
systems,
the
applicable
laws
and
regulations
must
be
ob#j
served.
Safety
information
Warning
High
gross
weight
can
overheat
the
tires,
dam#j
age
them
internally
and
cause
a
sudden
drop
in
tire
inflation
pressure.
Driving
characteristics may
be
negatively
impacted,
reducing
lane
sta#j
bility,
lengthening
the
braking
distances
and
changing
the
steering
response.
There
is
a
risk
of
accident.
Pay
attention
to
the
permitted
load
capacity
of
the
tires
and
never
exceed
the
per#j
mitted
gross
weight.
Warning
Loose
objects
or
devices
with
a
cable
connec#j tion
to
the
vehicle,
for
instance
mobile
phones,
can
be
thrown
about
the
car's
interior
while
driving,
for
instance
in
the
event
of
an
accident,
braking
or
evasive
maneuver.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury.
Secure
loose
objects
or
devices
with
a
cable
connection
to
the
vehicle
in
the
car's
in#j
terior.
Warning
Improperly
stowed
objects
can
shift
and
be thrown
into
the
car's
interior,
for
instance
in
the event
of
an
accident
or
during
braking
and
eva#jsive
maneuver.
Vehicle
occupants
can
be
hit
and
injured.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury.
Stow
and secure
objects
and
cargo
properly.
NOTICE
Fluids
in
the
cargo
area
can
cause
damage. There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Make
sure
that
no
fluids
leak
in
the
cargo
area.
Steps
for
Determining
Correct
Load
Limit
1.Locate
the
statement
#vThe
combined
weight
of
occupants
and
cargo
should
never
exceed XXX
kg
or
XXX
lbs#w
on
your
vehicle#ss
placard.2.Determine
the
combined
weight
of
the
driver
and
passengers
that
will
be
riding
in
your
ve#j
hicle.3.Subtract
the
combined
weight
of
the
driver and
passengers
from
XXX
kg
or
XXX
lbs4.The
resulting
figure
equals
the
available
amount
of
cargo
and
luggage
load
capacity. For
example,
if
the
#vXXX#w
amount
equals
1,400
lbs
and
there
will
be
five
150
lbs
pas#j
sengers
in
your
vehicle,
the
amount
of
availa#j ble
cargo
and
luggage
load
capacity
is
650
lbs
(1,400
-
750
(5
x
150)

650
lbs)5.Determine
the
combined
weight
of
luggage and
cargo
being
loaded
on
the
vehicle.
That
weight
may
not
safely
exceed
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