BMW 4 SERIES COUPE 2018 Owners Manual

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 in the roofliner
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, such as if the airbags
trigger, an Emergency Request is automatij
cally initiated immediately after a severe accij
dent. Automatic Collision Notification is not afj
fected by pressing 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
Display, the Emergency Request can be
aborted.
If the situation allows, wait in your vehicle
until the voice connection has been estabj
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'yThe LED flashes green when a connectionto 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
Service
availability
Roadside Assistance can be reached around
the clock in many countries. You can obtain asj sistance there in the event of a vehicle breakjdown.
Roadside
Assistance
The Roadside Assistance phone number can
be viewed via iDrive or a connection to Roadj
side Assistance can be established directly.
Warning
triangle
The warning triangle is located in the tailgate. To open the catches, arrows, turn through 90p.
Fold back the trim.
First-aid
kit General
information
Some of the articles have a limited service life.
Check the expiration dates of the contentsregularly and replace any expired items
promptly.
Storage
The first-aid kit is located behind the left-hand
cover in the cargo area.
Jump-starting General
information
If the battery is discharged, the engine can be
started using the battery of another vehicle
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and two jumper cables. Only use jumper caj
bles 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 componentsthat are under voltage.'

Starting
the
engineNever use spray fluids to start the engine.1.Start the engine of the assisting vehicle
and let it run for several minutes at an inj creased idle speed.2.Start the engine of the vehicle that is to bestarted in the usual way.
If the first starting attempt is not successj
ful, wait a few minutes before making anj
other attempt in order to allow the disj
charged battery to recharge.3.Let both engines run for several minutes.4.Disconnect the jumper cables in the rej verse order.
Check the battery and recharge, if needed.
Tow-starting
and
towing Safety
information WARNING
Due to system limits, individual functions
can malfunction during tow-starting/towing with the Intelligent Safety systems activated,
for instance approach control warning with
braking function. There is a risk of an accident.
Switch all Intelligent Safety systems off prior to
tow-starting/towing.'

With
xDrive
The vehicle should only be transported on aloading platform.
NOTE
The vehicle can be damaged when towj
ing the vehicle with a single lifted axle. There is a risk of property damage. The vehicle should
only be transported on a loading platform.'

If the electrical system has failed, clearly idenjtify the vehicle being towed by placing a sign
or a warning triangle in the rear window.
Safety
information WARNING
If the approved gross vehicle weight of
the towing vehicle is lighter than the vehicle to be towed, the tow fitting can tear off or it will
not be possible to control the vehicle's rej
sponse. There is a risk of an accident! Make
sure that the gross vehicle weight of the towj
ing vehicle is heavier than the vehicle to be
towed.'

Screw
thread
for
tow
fitting
Press on the mark on the edge of the cover topush it out.
Tow-starting
Steptronic
transmission
Do not tow-start the vehicle.
Tow-starting the engine is not possible due to
the Steptronic transmission.
Have the reasons for the starting difficulties
corrected by a dealerss service center or anj
other qualified service center or repair shop.
Manual
transmission
If possible, do not tow-start the vehicle but
start the engine by jump-starting, refer to
page 252. If the vehicle is equipped with a catj
alytic converter, only tow-start while the enj gine is cold.
1.Switch on the hazard warning system and
comply with local regulations.2.Switch on the ignition, refer to page 81.3.Engage third gear.4.Have the vehicle tow-started with the
clutch pedal pressed and slowly releasethe pedal. After the engine starts, immedij
ately press on the clutch pedal again.5.Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow bar or rope, and switch off the hazard
warning system.6.Have the vehicle checked by a dealerss
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CareVehicle
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.
Vehicle
washes
General
information
Regularly remove foreign objects such as leaves in the area below the windshield when
the hood is raised.
Wash your vehicle frequently, particularly in
winter. Intense soiling and road salt can damj age the vehicle.
Steam
blaster
and
high-pressure
washer
Safety
information NOTE
When cleaning with high-pressure washj
ers, components can be damaged due to the
pressure or temperatures being too high.
There is a risk of property damage. Maintain
sufficient distance and do not spray too long
continuously. Follow the operating instructions for the high-pressure washer.'

Steptronic transmission:1.Drive into the vehicle wash.2.Engage selector lever position N.3.Switch off the engine.
In this way, the ignition remains switched on, and a Check-Control message is disj
played.
NOTE
Selector lever position P is automatij
cally engaged when the ignition is
switched off. There is a risk of property damage. Do not switch drive-ready stateoff in vehicle washes.'

Vehicle
paint
General
information
Regular care contributes to driving safety and value retention. Environmental influences in
areas with elevated air pollution or natural conj
taminants, such as tree resin or pollen can afj
fect the vehicle's paintwork. Tailor the frej
quency and extent of your vehicle care to
these influences.
Aggressive substances such as spilled fuel, oil, grease or bird droppings, must be removed imj
mediately to prevent the finish from being alj
tered or discolored.
Matte
finishOnly use cleaning and care products suitable
for vehicles with matte finish.
Leather
care
Remove dust from the leather regularly, using
a cloth or vacuum cleaner.
Otherwise, particles of dust and road grime chafe in pores and folds, and lead to increasedwear and premature degradation of the leathersurface.
To guard against discoloration, such as from
clothing, clean leather and provide leather care roughly every two months.
Clean light-colored leather more frequently bej cause soiling on such surfaces is substantially
more visible.
Use leather care products; otherwise, dirt and
grease will gradually break down the protective layer of the leather surface.
Upholstery
material
care
General
information Vacuum the upholstery regularly with a vacjuum cleaner.
If upholstery is very dirty, for instance with bevj erage stains, use a soft sponge or microfiber cloth with a suitable interior cleaner.Clean the upholstery down to the seams usinglarge sweeping motions. Avoid rubbing thematerial vigorously.
Safety
information NOTE
Open Velcron fasteners on articles of
clothing can damage the seat covers. There is a risk of property damage. Ensure that any Velj
cron fasteners are closed.'