BMW M2 2017 Owners Manual

Front
lights,
bulb
replacement
Xenon
headlights
Safety
information DANGER
There can be high voltage in the lighting
system. There is danger to life. The manufacj
turer of your vehicle recommends that the work on the lighting system including bulb rejplacement be performed by a dealerss service
center or another qualified service center or rej pair shop.'

Tail
lamps,
bulb
replacement
Overview1Turn signal2Top brake lamp3Reversing lamp4Rear lamp5Bottom brake lights
Bulb
replacement Observe the safety information, refer to
page 190.
Turn signal, brake, tail, rear or reversing lamp: 21-watt bulb, P21W
Rear fog lamp: 6-watt bulb, H6W.
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 thebumper 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
1.Loosen the six fasteners on the tail lamp, arrows 1, and remove the tail lamp from the
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3.Proceed in the reverse order to insert thenew bulb and attach the bulb holder to the
tail lamp. Make sure that the bulb holder engages in all fasteners.
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 190.
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.
Battery
replacement
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.'

starting aid terminals in the engine compartj
ment.'

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 country provisions
must be observed.
Hazard
warning
flashers
The button is located in the center console.
The red lamp in the button flashes with the
hazard warning flashers switched on.
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
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
1.Press the cover briefly to open it.2.Press the SOS button until the LED at thebutton lights up green.'yThe LED illuminates green when the Emerj
gency 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
lished.'yThe LED flashes green when a connection to the BMW Response Center has been
established.
When the Emergency Request is received
at the BMW Response Center, the BMW
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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.'yIf the LED is flashing green, but the BMWResponse Center can no longer be heardvia the speaker, you can nevertheless still
be heard at the BMW Response Center.
Initiating
an
Emergency
Request
automatically
Under certain conditions, an Emergency Rej
quest is automatically initiated immediately afj ter a severe accident. Automatic Collision Notij
fication is not affected by pressing the SOS
button.
Roadside
Assistance
Service
availability Roadside Assistance can be reached aroundthe clock in many countries. You can obtain asjsistance there in the event of a vehicle breakj
down.
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 on the inside of the 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 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.'

corresponding engine or body ground of
the vehicle to be started.
Starting
the
engine
Never 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,
e.g., approach control warning with light brakj
ing function. There is a risk of an accident.
Switch all Intelligent Safety systems off prior to
tow-starting/towing.'

Safety
informationNOTE
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.'