BMW M2 2018 Owners Manual

'x9 to 12 seconds: left/right-hand steering setj
ting.'x12 to 15 seconds: language setting.Setting
the
compass
zones
Sets the particular compass zones on the vehicle
so that the compass operates correctly; refer to World map with compass zones.
World
map
with
magnetic
zones
Procedure1.Press and hold the control button for approx.3 to 4 seconds. The number of the set comj
pass zone appears in the mirror.2.To change the zone setting, press the control button quickly and repeatedly until the numj
ber of the compass zone that corresponds with your location appears in the mirror.
The set zone is stored automatically. The comj
pass is ready for use again after approximately
10 seconds.
Calibrating
the
digital
compass
The digital compass must be calibrated in the event of the following:
'xThe wrong compass point is displayed.'xThe point of the compass displayed does notchange despite changing the direction of
travel.'xNot all points of the compass are displayed.
Procedure
1.Make sure that there are no large metallic obj jects or overhead power lines near the vehicle
and that there is sufficient room to drive
around in a circle.2.Set the currently applicable compass zone.3.Press and hold the control button for approx. 6 to 7 seconds so that "C" appears on the
display. Next, drive in a complete circle at least once at a speed of no more than4 mph/7 km/h. If calibration is successful, the
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Left/right-hand
steeringThe digital compass is already set for right orleft-hand steering at the factory.
Setting
the
language
Press and hold the control button for approx. 12
to 13 seconds. Briefly press the control button again to switch between English "E" and German"O".
Settings are stored automatically after approxij mately 10 seconds.
Sun
visor
Glare
shield Fold the sun visor down or up.
Vanity
mirror
A vanity mirror is located in the sun visor behind
a cover. When the cover is opened, the mirror
lighting switches on.
Ashtray/cigarette
lighter
Ashtray
Opening
Slide the cover forward.
Installing
The ashtray can be inserted in both cup holders.
Emptying
Take out the insert.
Cigarette
lighter
WARNING
Contact with the hot heating element or the hot
socket of the cigarette lighter can cause burns. Flammable materials can ignite if the cigarettelighter falls down or is held against the respecjtive objects. There is a risk of fire and injuries.
Take hold of the cigarette lighter by its handle.
Make sure that children do not use the cigaj rette lighter and burn themselves.
NOTE
If metal objects fall into the socket, they can
cause a short circuit. There is a risk of damage to property. Replace the cigarette lighter or
socket cover again after using the socket.
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Slide the cover forward.
The cigarette lighter is located between the cupholders.
Push in the cigarette lighter.
The cigarette lighter can be rej
moved as soon as it pops back
out.
Sockets
General
information The lighter socket can be used as a socket for
electrical equipment while the engine is running
or when the ignition is switched on.
The total load of all sockets must not exceed
140 watts at 12 volts.
Do not damage the socket by using non-comj
patible connectors.
Safety
information
WARNING
Devices and cables in the unfolding area of the
airbags, such as portable navigation devices, can hinder the unfolding of the airbag or be
thrown around in the car's interior during unj
folding. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that
devices and cables are not in the airbag's area
of unfolding.
NOTE
Battery chargers for the vehicle battery can
work with high voltages and currents, which
means that the 12 volt on-board network can be overloaded or damaged. There is a risk of
damage to property. Only connect battery
chargers for the vehicle battery to the starting
aid terminals in the engine compartment.
NOTE
If metal objects fall into the socket, they can
cause a short circuit. There is a risk of damage
to property. Replace the cigarette lighter or
socket cover again after using the socket.
Front
center
console
Slide the cover forward.
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Remove the socket or cigarette lighter cover.Rear
center
console
Remove the cover.
In
the
cargo
area
The socket is located on the left side in the
cargo area.
USB
interface
Concept
Mobile devices with USB port can be connected to the USB interface.
General
information
Follow the information regarding the connection
of mobile devices to the USB interface in the
section on USB connections, refer to page 57.
In
the
center
armrest
A USB interface is located in the center armrest.
In
the
center
console
Slide the cover forward.
A USB interface is located in the center console.
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Cargo
area
Enlarging
the
cargo
areaConcept
The cargo area can be enlarged by folding down
the rear seat backrest.
General
information
The rear seat backrest is divided at a ratio of 60 to 40. The left rear seat backrest is connected to
the center section.
With the through-loading system: the rear seat
backrest is divided at a ratio of 40-20-40.
The rear seat backrests can be folded down from
the cargo area. The center section can be sepaj
rately folded down from the rear.
Safety
information
WARNING
Danger of jamming with folding down the backj rests. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage
to property. Make sure that the area of movej ment of the rear backrest and the of the headrestraint is clear prior to folding down.
WARNING
If a rear seat backrest is not locked, unsecured cargo can be thrown into the car's interior;
for instance, in the event of an accident, braking or an evasive maneuver. There is a risk of injury.Make sure that the rear seat backrest is locked
after folding it back.
WARNING
The stability of the child restraint system is limj ited or compromised with incorrect seat adjustj ment or improper installation of the child seat.
There is a risk of injuries or danger to life. Make
sure that the child restraint system fits securely against the backrest. If possible, adjust the
backrest tilt for all affected backrests and corj
rectly adjust the seats. Make sure that seats and backrests are securely engaged or locked.
If possible, adjust the height of the head rej
straints or remove them.
NOTE
Vehicle parts can be damaged when folding
down the rear backrest. There is a risk of damj age to property. Make sure that the area of
movement of the rear backrest including head
restraint is clear when folding down.
Folding
down
the
rear
seat
backrest
from
the
cargo
area
1.Pull the corresponding lever in the cargo area to release the rear seat backrest.2.The unlocked rear seat backrest moves forj
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Fold
back
the
backrest
Return the rear seat backrest to the seating posij
tion and engage it.
Fold
down
the
center
section
Reach into the recess and pull the center section
forward.
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Storage
compartmentsVehicle
features
andoptions
This chapter describes all standard, country-spejcific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarilyavailable 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.
Safety
information
WARNING
Loose objects or devices with a cable connecj tion to the vehicle, for instance mobile phones,can be thrown into the car's interior while drivj
ing, for instance in the event of an accident or
during braking and evasive maneuvers. There is
a risk of injury. Secure loose objects or devices
with a cable connection to the vehicle in the
car's interior.
NOTE
Anti-slip pads such as anti-slip mats can damj
age the dashboard. There is a risk of damage to property. Do not use anti-slip pads.
Storage
compartments
The following storage compartments are availaj
ble in the car's interior:
'xGlove compartment on the front passenger
side, refer to page 187.'xGlove compartment on the driver's side, refer
to page 188.'xCompartments in the doors, refer to
page 188.'xFront storage compartment, in front of the
cup holders, refer to page 188.'xStorage compartment in the front center
armrest, refer to page 189.'xNets on the backrests of the front seats.'xStorage compartment in the rear center conj
sole, refer to page 189.'xWith two rear seats: Storage compartment
between the rear seats, refer to page 189.
Glove
compartment
Front
passenger
side
Safety
information
WARNING
Folded open, the glove compartment protrudes in the car's interior. Objects in the glove comj
partment can be thrown into the car's interior
while driving, for instance in the event of an acj
cident or during braking and evasive maneuj
vers. There is a risk of injury. Always close the
glove compartment 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 tailgate,
refer to page 76, for instance.
This prevents access to the glove compartment
and to the cargo area.
After the glove compartment is locked, the rej
mote control 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 comj partment can be thrown into the car's interiorwhile driving, for instance in the event of an acjcident or during braking and evasive maneuj
vers. There is a risk of injury. Always close the glove compartment immediately after using it.
Opening
Pull the handle.
Closing Fold cover closed.
Compartments
in
the
doors
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.
Front
storage
compartment
There is a storage compartment in the center console.
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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 inj
terface in the center armrest.
Storage
compartment
in
the
rear
A storage compartment is located in the center
console.
Storage
compartment
between
the
rear
seats
There is a storage compartment between the rear seats.
Cup
holders
Safety
information
WARNING
Unsuitable containers in the cup holder and hot beverages can damage the cup holder and inj crease the risk of injury in the event of an accijdent. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage
to property. Use light-weight, unbreakable, and
sealable containers. Do not transport hot beverj
ages. Do not force objects into the cup holder.
Front
Two cup holders are located in the center conj sole.
To open: slide the cover forward.
To close: slide the cover backward.
Rear In the center armrest.
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Pull the center armrest forward at the strap.
To open: press the button.
To close: push both covers back in, one after the
other.
NOTE
With an open cup holder, the center armrest cannot be folded back up. There is a risk ofdamage to property. Press back the covers bejfore the center armrest is folded up.
Clothes
hooks
Safety
information
WARNING
Clothing articles on the clothes hooks can obj
struct the view while driving. There is a risk of
an 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 and
risk of damage to property. Only hang lightj
weight objects, for instance clothing articles,
from the clothes hooks.
General
information
The clothes hooks are located in the rear.
Storage
compartments
in
the
cargo
area
Storage
compartment
One storage compartment each is located on the left and right side.
Net
for
storage
compartment
Smaller objects can be stored in the net of right
storage compartment.
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-functionhooks. 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 201, there
are two or four lashing eyes in the cargo area.
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