BMW M2 2018 Owners Manual

2.Press and hold the wiper level down, until thewipers stop in a close to vertical position.3.Fold the wipers all the way away from the
windshield.
Folding
down
the
wipers
After the wipers are folded back down, the wiper
system must be reactivated.
1.Fold the wipers back down onto the windj
shield.2.Switch on the ignition.3.Push wiper lever down. Wipers return to their resting position and are ready again for operj
ation.
Washer
fluid
General
information
All washer nozzles are supplied from one reserj
voir.
Use a mixture of tap water and windshield washer concentrate. If desired, a windshield
washer concentrate containing antifreeze can be
used.
Recommended minimum fill quantity:
0.2 US gal/1 liter.
Safety
information
WARNING
Some antifreeze agents can contain harmful
substances and are flammable. There is a risk of fire and a risk of injury. Follow the instrucj
tions on the containers. Keep antifreeze away
from ignition sources. Do not refill operating
materials into different bottles. Store operating
materials out of reach of children.
United States: the washer fluid mixture ratio is
regulated by the U.S. EPA and many individual states; do not exceed the allowable washer fluid
dilution ratio limits that apply. Follow the usage
instructions on the washer fluid container.
Use of BMWss Windshield Washer Concentrate
or the equivalent is recommended.
WARNING
Washer fluid can ignite and catch fire on conj
tact with hot engine parts. There is a risk of inj
jury or risk of damage to property. Only add
washer fluid when the engine is cooled down.
Next, fully close the lid of the washer fluid resj
ervoir.
NOTE
Silicon-containing additives in the washer fluid
for the water-repelling effect on the windows can lead to damage to the washing system.
There is a risk of damage to property. Do not add silicon-containing additives to the washerfluid.
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NOTE
Mixing different windshield washer concenj
trates or antifreeze can damage the washing
system. There is a risk of damage to property. Do not mix different windshield washer concenjtrates or antifreeze. Follow the information and
mixing ratios provided on the containers.
Overview
The washer fluid reservoir is located in the enj
gine compartment.
Malfunction
The use of undiluted windshield washer concenj trate or alcohol-based antifreeze can lead to injcorrect readings at temperatures below
+5 

Rolling
or
pushing
the
vehicle
In some situations, the vehicle is to roll without its own power, for instance in a vehicle wash, or
be pushed.1.Switch on the ignition.2.Press on the clutch pedal and shift out of a
forward gear or reverse.3.Release the parking brake.
M
double-clutch
transmission
withDrivelogic
General
information The M double-clutch transmission with Drivejlogic is an automatic shift transmission with twoclutches and partial transmissions in which thegears can be changed without interrupting thetractive force.
The operation is via the selector lever or two shift paddles on the steering wheel.
Functions
'xDrive mode or Sequential mode.'xVarious drive programs, Drivelogic.'xAutomatic downshifting and protection from
misshifting even in sequential mode.'xLaunch Control.'xLow Speed Assistant.
Safety
information
WARNING
An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and
possibly roll away. There is a risk of an accident.
Before exiting, secure the vehicle against rollj
ing.
In order to ensure that the vehicle is secured against rolling away, follow the following:
'xSet the parking brake.'xOn uphill grades or on a downhill slope,
turn the front wheels in the direction of the
curb.'xOn uphill grades or on a downhill slope,
also secure the vehicle, for instance with a
wheel chock.
Selector
lever,
selector
lever
positions
Overview
'xR: reverse gear.'xN: neutral.'x Center position, forward position.'x+: manual upshifting.'x-: manual downshifting.'xD/S: switch between drive mode and sequenjtial mode.
Engaging
a
selector
lever
position
Press on the brake pedal and pull or push the sejlector lever in the corresponding direction.
As soon as the selector lever is released, it rej
verts to the center position. In position R, the sej
lector lever locks.
The engaged selector lever position is displayed in the instrument cluster and on the selector
lever.
If a selector lever position is engaged, the vehicle may start rolling, after the brake is released, for instance on downhill slopes. Thus, drive off imjmediately after releasing the brake.
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Use the Slow Speed Assistant for maneuvering
and during stop-and-go traffic.
Low
Speed
Assistant Concept
The Low Speed Assistant gives assistance at very low speeds. The vehicle moves at walking
speed.
This can also be used for rocking the vehicle in
the snow. To do this, switch between reverse gear and forward gear without stepping on thebrakes in the process.
Safety
information
NOTE
When using the function and simultaneously
stepping on the brake pedal for a longer time, the transmission can overheat. There is a risk of
damage to property. When using the function, do not brake for a longer period.
Activating
1.Engage a driving position.2.Briefly tap the accelerator pedal.
In 1st and 2nd gear and in reverse, the vehiclerolls at minimum speed.
Deactivating
Apply the brakes until the vehicle comes to a stop.
Flashing
display
on
the
selector
lever
of
the
double
clutch
transmission
The actually engaged transmission position can deviate from the selector lever position in somesituations. The display in the selector leverflashes.
Observe the display in the instrument cluster in these cases.
D
is
Drive
mode
In Drive mode, all forward gears are automaticallychanged.
Kickdown: for maximum acceleration, for inj
stance when passing. To do this, depress the acj celerator pedal past the resistance point.
Switch to Sequential mode: shift using the shift
paddles or the selector lever, or push the selecj tor lever in the D/S direction.
S
is
Sequential
mode Use the shift paddles or the selector lever to upjshift or downshift without letting off the gas.'xShortly before falling below a gear-dependentminimum speed, the transmission is automatjically downshifted.'xUpshifting or downshifting is done only if therpm and vehicle speed are appropriate.
E.g., there is no downshifting if the enginespeed is too high.'xKickdown: the lowest possible gear is sejlected by simultaneously operating the kickjdown and the left shift paddle or selector
lever.'xIt is also possible to start out in 2nd gear, for instance on icy roads.
Switch to Drive mode: push selector lever in D/S
direction.
Reverse
R Select only when the vehicle is stationary.
It is also possible to rock the vehicle up to
6 mph/10 km/h. To do this, switch between forj
ward gear and reverse gear without stepping on the brakes in the process.
N
is
Neutral The vehicle may roll in selector lever position N,
for instance in vehicle washes, refer to page 250.
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P
Park
The drive wheels are blocked.
P is engaged automatically:'xAfter the engine is switched off, if the vehicle is in radio-ready state, refer to page 102, or if
the ignition is switched off, refer to page 102,
and if position R or D is set.'xWith the ignition is off, if position N is set.
Rolling
or
pushing
the
vehicle
General
information In some situations, the vehicle is to roll without
its own power for a short distance, for instance in
a vehicle wash, or be pushed.
Engaging
selector
lever
position
N
1.Start the engine while pressing on the brake
pedal.2.If necessary, release the parking brake.3.Depress the brake pedal.4.Engage selector lever position N.5.Switch the engine off.
In this way, the ignition remains switched on,
and a Check-Control message is displayed.
The vehicle may roll.
NOTE
Selector lever position P is automatically enj
gaged when the ignition is switched off. There is a risk of damage to property. Do not switch
drive-ready state off in vehicle washes.
Irrespective of the ignition, the selector lever poj
sition P is automatically engaged after approx.
15 minutes.
Displays
in
the
instrument
cluster
The selector lever position is disj
played, for example: P.
Information When the external temperature is very low, the
display may not work. Current driving direction is recognizable at the engaged selector lever posij
tion.
Gear
change General
information
Shifting in Sequential mode possible.
A shift in Drive mode causes a switch to Sequenjtial mode.
Using
the
selector
lever'xTo shift up: pull the selector lever rearwards.'xTo shift down: press the selector lever forj ward.
Using
the
shift
paddles
on
the
steering
wheel
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DrivelogicConcept
Using Drivelogic, the characteristics of the hybrid
system can be adjusted. For this purpose, differj ent driving programs are available in Drive andSequential mode.
The driving programs can be programmed using
Driving Dynamics Control.
Overview Button
in
the
vehicle
Driving
programs
Drive
mode
Choice of three driving programs:
'xCOMFORT: efficient driving.'xSPORT: sporty driving.'xSPORT+: consistently sporty driving.
Sequential
mode
Choice of three driving programs:
'xCOMFORT: comfortable shifting operations.'xSPORT: sporty, fast shifting operations.'xSPORT+: maximum shifting speed, Launch
Control, refer to page 116.
Activating
Activate program via the Driving Dynamics Conj
trol, refer to page 158, button.
Launch
Control
Concept
Launch Control enables optimum acceleration
on surfaces with good traction.
General
information The use of Launch Control causes premature
component wear since this function represents a very heavy load for the vehicle.
Do not use Launch Control during the break-in,
refer to page 196, period.
Requirements
Launch Control is available when the engine is
warmed up, that is, after uninterrupted driving of
at least 6 miles/10 km.
To start with Launch Control do not steer the
steering wheel.
Activate
Launch
Control1.Deactivate Dynamic Stability Control, refer to
page 156.2.Select Sequential mode with gear 1.3.With the engine running, apply the brake with
the left foot.4.Fully depress the accelerator pedal.
The starting engine speed adjusts.5.If necessary, change the starting engine speed by 500 rpm via cruise control.6.Release the brake, the vehicle accelerates.Continue to depress the accelerator pedal.
Upshifting occurs automatically as long as theaccelerator pedal is fully depressed.
Launch Control is available again only after a cerj
tain distance has been driven.
System
limits
This transmission has an overheating protection mechanism, which protects the clutch from exjtreme stress.
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'xIndicator light lights up yellow: transj
mission too hot.
Avoid high engine stress and frej
quent starts.'xIndicator light lights up red: transmission is
overheating.
Further driving at a moderate pace is possij ble. At the next opportunity, stop the vehicle,shut off the engine and allow the transmisj
sion to cool down.
Avoid fast starts. On uphill grades, do not keep
the vehicle stationary by applying a small amount
of acceleration while riding the clutch, as this
may cause the transmission to overheat.
During traffic jams or at very low speeds, use the
Low Speed Assistant, refer to page 114.
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DisplaysVehicle
features
andoptions
This chapter describes all standard, country-spejcific and optional features offered with the series.
It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selectedoptions or country versions. This also applies to
safety-related functions and systems. When usj
ing these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations must be observed.
Overview,
instrument
cluster
1Speedometer2Messages, for instance Check Control3Tachometer\_ 1224Current fuel consumption5Electronic displays6Fuel gauge\_1227Reset miles\_ 123Seite 118CONTROLSDisplays118
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Check
Control
Concept
The Check Control system monitors functions in
the vehicle and notifies you of malfunctions in the monitored systems.
General
information
A Check Control message is displayed as a comj
bination of indicator or warning lights and SMS text messages in the instrument cluster.
In addition, an acoustic signal may sound and anSMS text message may appear on the Control
Display.
Indicator/warning
lights General
information The indicator/warning lights in the instrument
cluster can light up in a variety of combinations
and colors.
Several of the lights are checked for proper funcj
tioning and light up temporarily when the engine
is started or the ignition is switched on.
Red
lights Safety
belt
reminder Safety belt on the driver's side is not
buckled. For some country versions: pasj
senger belt is not worn or objects are dej
tected on the front passenger seat.
Indicator light flashes or is illuminated: safety belt on the driver or passenger side is not buckled.
The safety belt reminder can also be activated if objects are placed on the front passenger seat.
Make sure that the safety belts are positionedcorrectly.
Airbag
system
Airbag system and belt tensioner are not
working.
Have the vehicle checked immediately
by a dealerss service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
Parking
brake The parking brake is set.
Release the parking brake, refer to page 107.
Approach
control
warning Indicator light illuminates: advance warnj
ing is issued, for example when there is the impending danger of a collision or
the distance to the vehicle ahead is too small.
Increase distance.
Indicator light flashes: acute warning of the immij nent danger of a collision when the vehicle apj proaches another vehicle at a relatively high difj
ferential speed.
Intervention by braking or make an evasive maj
neuver.
Person
warning Symbol in the instrument cluster.
If a collision with a person detected in this way is imminent, the symbol lights
up and a signal sounds.
Yellow
lights Anti-lock
Braking
System
ABS Braking force boost may not be working.
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Have the system immediately checked by a dealj
erss service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
DSC
Dynamic
Stability
Control The indicator light flashes: DSC controls
the drive and braking forces. The vehicle is stabilized. Reduce speed and modify
your driving style to the driving circumstances.
The indicator light lights up: DSC has malfuncj
tioned.
Have the system checked by a dealerss service
center or another qualified service center or rej
pair shop.
DSC, refer to page 156.
DSC
Dynamic
Stability
Control
deactivated DSC is deactivated.
DSC, refer to page 156.
M
Dynamic
Mode
MDM M Dynamic Mode MDM is switched on.M Dynamic Mode (MDM), refer to
page 157.
Indicator light also flashes: MDM controls
the drive and braking forces. The vehicle
is stabilized.
The indicator light illuminates: MDM has malfunctioned. Have the system
checked by a dealerss service center or
another qualified service center or repair
shop.
M Dynamic Mode (MDM), refer to page 157.
Flat
Tire
Monitor
FTM The Flat Tire Monitor signals a loss of
tire inflation pressure in a tire.
Reduce your speed and stop cautiously.
Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuvers.Flat Tire Monitor, refer to page 144.
Tire
Pressure
Monitor
TPM The indicator light lights up: the Tire
Pressure Monitor reports a low tire inflaj tion pressure or a flat tire. Follow the inj
formation in the Check Control message.
The indicator light flashes and then continuously
lights up: no flat tire or loss of tire inflation presj sure can be detected.'xInterference caused by systems or devices
with the same radio frequency: after leaving the area of the interference, the system autoj
matically becomes active again.'xTPM was unable to complete the reset. Rej set the system again.'xA wheel without TPM wheel electronics ismounted: have it checked by a dealerss servj
ice center or another qualified service center
or repair shop as needed.'xMalfunction: have the system checked by a dealerss service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
Tire Pressure Monitor, refer to page 140.
Steering
system Steering system in some cases not
working.
Have the system checked by a dealerss
service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
Emissions
'xThe warning light lights up:
Emissions are deteriorating. Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible.'xThe warning light flashes under certain cirj
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