BMW M2 2018 Owners Manual

Replacing
the
bulbs1.Turn the cover in the direction indicated on
the housing and remove it.2.Press the nonworking bulb gently into the socket, turn counterclockwise and remove.3.Install the new bulb and cover in reverse orj
der of removal.
Installing
the
tail
light
1.Connect the plug to the bulb holder.2.Insert the tail light straight in and press it in,
arrow 1, until the rubber mount engages in the inner fastener. Make sure when insertingthe tail light that the rubber lip, arrow 2, on
the top side of the tail light does not fold over. Screw on the two nuts, arrow 3, and closecovers.
Central
brake
light
and
license
plate
lights
Follow the safety information, refer to page 239.
These lights are made using LED technology. In the case of a malfunction, contact a dealerss
service center or another qualified service center 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 another
qualified service center or repair shop.
Replacing
the
vehicle
battery
General
information The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends
that you have a dealerss service center or another qualified service center or repair shop register
the vehicle battery to the vehicle after the battery
has been replaced. Once the battery has been
registered again, all comfort features will be availj
able without restriction and any Check Control
messages displayed which relate to comfort feaj
tures will disappear.
Safety
information
NOTE
Vehicle batteries that are not compatible can
damage vehicle systems and impair vehicle functions. There is a risk of personal and propjerty damage. Only vehicle batteries that arecompatible with your vehicle type should be injstalled in your vehicle. Information on compatijble vehicle batteries is available at your dealerss
service center.
Charging
the
battery
General
information Make sure that the battery is always sufficiently
charged to guarantee that the battery remains
usable for its full service life.
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A discharged battery is indicated by a red
indicator light.
The battery may need to be charged in the folj
lowing cases:'xWhen making frequent short-distance drives.'xIf the vehicle is not used for more than a
month.
Safety
information
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.
Starting
aid
terminals
In the vehicle, only charge the battery via the
starting aid terminals, refer to page 246, in the
engine compartment with the engine off.
Power
failureAfter a power loss, some equipment needs to be
newly initialized or individual settings updated, for
example:
'xSeat and mirror memory: store the positions
again.'xTime: update.'xDate: update.'xGlass sunroof and sun protection: initialize
the system.
Disposing
of
old
batteries
Have old batteries disposed of by a dealjerss service center or another qualifiedservice center or repair shop or take
them to a collection point.
Maintain the battery in an upright position for
transport and storage. Secure the battery so that it does not tip over during transport.
Fuses
General
information
The fuses are located in two different places in
the vehicle.
Information on the fuse types and locations, as well as the positions of any other fuse boxes, isfound on a separate sheet in the fuse box in the
cargo area.
Safety
information
WARNING
Incorrect and repaired fuses can overload elecj
trical lines and components. There is a risk of
fire. Never attempt to repair a blown fuse. Do not replace a nonworking fuse with a substituteof another color or amperage rating.
In
the
engine
compartment
General
information On right-hand drive vehicles, the fuses are lojcated on the opposite side of the engine comjpartment.
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Removing
the
cover1.Use the onboard vehicle tool kit to loosen the
three cover screws, arrow 1.2.Squeeze and raise the holder, arrow 2.3.Remove the cover from one side, arrow 3.4.Press the four fasteners and remove the cover.
Attaching
the
covers
1.When attaching the cover, make sure that all
four fasteners are engaged.2.Attach the cover under the rubber lip and
then thread it between the bars.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, as
well as the positions of any other fuse boxes, is
found on a separate sheet in the fuse box.
Replacing
fusesThe vehicle manufacturer recommends that you
have a dealer's service center or another qualij
fied service center or repair shop replace the
fuses.
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Breakdown
assistanceVehicle
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.
Hazard
warning
flashers
The button is located in the center console.
The red light in the button flashes when the hazj ard warning flashers are activated.
Warning
triangle
The warning triangle is located on the inside ofthe 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 reguj larly and replace any expired items promptly.
Storage
The first-aid kit is located in the cargo area in the
storage compartment.
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Emergency
Request
Intelligent
emergency
callConcept
In case of an emergency, an Emergency Rej
quest can be triggered automatically by the sysj tem or manually.
Intelligent emergency call establishes a connecj tion with the BMW Response Center.
General
information Only press the SOS button in an emergency.
For technical reasons, the Emergency Request
cannot be guaranteed under unfavorable condij
tions.
Overview
SOS button in the roofliner.
Functional
requirements
'xThe Assist system is functional.'xThe ignition is switched on.'xIf the vehicle is equipped with intelligent emergency call: the SIM card integrated in
the vehicle has been activated.
Automatic
triggering
Under certain conditions, for instance if the airj bags trigger, an Emergency Request is automatij
cally initiated immediately after an accident of
corresponding severity. Automatic Collision Notij
fication is not affected by pressing the SOS butj
ton.
Manual
triggering1.Touch the cover.2.Press and hold the SOS button until the LED
on the button illuminates green.'xThe LED is illuminated green when an 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 established.'xThe LED flashes green when a connection to
the BMW Response Center has been estabj
lished.
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 tohelp you under certain circumstances.
For this, data is transmitted to the BMW Rej
sponse Center which serves to determine the
necessary rescue measures. E.g., the current
position of the vehicle, if it can be established.
Even if you can no longer hear the BMW Rej
sponse Center through the loudspeakers, the
BMW Response Center may still be able to
hear you.
The BMW Response Center ends the Emerj
gency Request.
Jump-starting
General
information If the battery is discharged, the engine can bestarted using the battery of another vehicle andtwo jumper cables. Only use jumper cables withfully insulated clamp handles.
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Safety
information
DANGER
Contact with live components can lead to an electric shock. There is a risk of injuries or danj
ger to life. Do not touch any components that
are under voltage.
WARNING
If the jumper cables are connected in the incorj rect order, sparking may occur. There is a risk
of injury. Pay attention to the correct order durj
ing connection.
NOTE
In the case of body contact between the two vehicles, a short circuit can occur during jump-
starting. There is a risk of damage to property.
Make sure that no body contact occurs.
Preparation
1.Check whether the battery of the other vehij
cle has a voltage of 12 volts. The voltage inj
formation can be found on the battery.2.Switch off the engine of the assisting vehicle.3.Switch off any electronic systems/power conj
sumers in both vehicles.Starting
aid
terminals
The starting aid terminal in the engine compartj
ment acts as the battery's positive terminal.
Open the cover of the starting aid terminal.
The body ground or a special nut acts as the batj
tery negative terminal.
Connecting
the
cables To prevent personal injury or damage to both vejhicles, adhere strictly to the following procedure.
1.Pull off the lid of the BMW starting aid termij
nal.2.Attach one terminal clamp of the positive
jumper cable to the positive terminal of the battery, or to the corresponding starting aid
terminal of the vehicle providing assistance.3.Attach the terminal clamp on the other end of the cable to the positive terminal of the batjtery, or to the corresponding starting aid terjminal of the vehicle to be started.4.Attach one terminal clamp of the negativejumper cable to the negative terminal of theSeite 246MOBILITYBreakdown
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battery, or to the corresponding engine or
body ground of assisting vehicle.5.Attach the second terminal clamp to the negj
ative terminal of the battery, or to the correj sponding engine or body ground of the vehij
cle 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 increased
idle speed.2.Start the engine of the vehicle that is to be
started in the usual way.
If the first starting attempt is not successful, wait a few minutes before making another atj
tempt in order to allow the discharged battery
to recharge.3.Let both engines run for several minutes.4.Disconnect the jumper cables in the reverse 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. There is a
risk of an accident. Switch all Intelligent Safety
systems off prior to tow-starting/towing.
Manual
transmission
Towing
or
pushing
the
vehicle
A broken-down vehicle can be towed or pushed.
Roll or push, refer to page 113, the vehicle.
Follow the following instructions:
'xMake sure that the ignition is switched on; otherwise, the low beams, tail lights, turn sigj
nals, and wipers may be unavailable.'xDo not tow the vehicle with the rear axle
tilted, as the front wheels could turn.'xWhen the engine is stopped, there is no power assist. Consequently, more force
needs to be applied when braking and steerj
ing.'xLarger steering wheel movements are rej
quired.'xThe towing vehicle must not be lighter than the vehicle being towed; otherwise, it will not
be possible to control the vehicle's response.'xDo not exceed a towing speed of
30 mph/50 km/h.'xDo not exceed a towing distance of 30 miles/50 km.
Tow
truck
With
rear-wheel
drive
Your vehicle should be transported with a towtruck with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed.
NOTE
The vehicle can become damaged when lifting
and securing it.
There is a risk of damage to property.
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M
double-clutch
transmission:
transporting
the
vehicle
General
information
The vehicle is not permitted to be towed.
Safety
information
NOTE
The vehicle can be damaged when towing the
vehicle with a single lifted axle. There is a risk of
damage to property. The vehicle should only be
transported on a loading platform.
Pushing
the
vehicle
To remove a broken-down vehicle from the danj
ger area, it can be pushed for a short distance.
Roll or push, refer to page 115, the vehicle.
Tow
truck
The vehicle should only be transported on a loading platform.
NOTE
The vehicle can become damaged when lifting
and securing it.
There is a risk of damage to property.
'xLift the vehicle using suitable means.'xDo not lift or secure the vehicle by its tow
fitting, body parts, or suspension parts.Towing
other
vehicles
General
information Switch on the hazard warning system, dependj
ing on local regulations.
If the electrical system has failed, clearly identify
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 towj ing 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 response. There is a risk of an accident! Make sure thatthe gross vehicle weight of the towing vehicle is
heavier than the vehicle to be towed.
NOTE
If the tow bar or tow rope is attached incorj rectly, damage to other vehicle parts can occur.
There is a risk of damage to property. Correctly
attach the tow bar or tow rope to the tow fitting.
Tow
bar
The tow fittings used should be on the same
side on both vehicles.
Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting the
tow bar at an offset angle, please follow the folj
lowing:
'xManeuvering capability is limited going around corners.'xThe tow bar will generate lateral forces if it issecured with an offset.
Tow
rope
When starting to tow the vehicle, make sure that the tow rope is taut.
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Use nylon ropes or straps, which will enable the
vehicle to be towed without jerking.
Tow
fitting
General
information
The screw-in tow fitting should always be carried
in the vehicle.
The tow fitting can be screwed in at the front or
rear of the vehicle.
The tow fitting and the onboard vehicle tool kit, refer to page 238, are together in the cargo area.
Use of the tow fitting:
'xUse only the tow fitting provided with the vej hicle and screw it all the way in.'xUse the tow fitting for towing on paved roadsonly.'xAvoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, for inj
stance do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitj ting.
Safety
information
NOTE
If the tow fitting is not used as intended, there
may be damage to the vehicle or to the tow fitj ting. There is a risk of damage to property. Folj
low the notes on using the tow fitting.
Screw
thread
for
tow
fitting
Press on the mark on the edge of the cover to
push it out.
Tow-starting
M
double-clutch
transmission Do not tow-start the vehicle.
Tow-starting the engine is not possible due to
the M double-clutch transmission.
Have the reasons for the starting difficulties corj rected by a dealerss service center or anotherqualified 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 245. If
the vehicle is equipped with a catalytic converter,
only tow-start while the engine is cold.
1.Switch on the hazard warning system and
comply with local regulations.2.Switch on the ignition, refer to page 102.3.Engage third gear.4.Have the vehicle tow-started with the clutch
pedal pressed and slowly release the pedal. After the engine starts, immediately press onthe clutch pedal again.5.Stop at a suitable location, remove the towbar or rope, and switch off the hazard warningsystem.6.Have the vehicle checked by a dealerss servj
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CareVehicle
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.
Washing
the
vehicle
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 winj
ter. Intense soiling and road salt can damage the
vehicle.
Steam
blaster
and
high-pressure
washer
Safety
information
NOTE
When cleaning with high-pressure washers,
components can be damaged due to the presj sure or temperatures being too high. There is a
risk of damage to property. Maintain sufficient
distance and do not spray too long continuj
ously. Follow the operating instructions for the
high-pressure washer.
Distances
and
temperature'xMaximum temperature: 140