octane BMW M2 2016 Owners Manual

FuelVehicle features and optionsThis chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
Fuel recommendation General information
Depending on the region, many gas stations
sell fuel that has been customized to winter or
summer conditions. Fuel that is available in
winter helps make a cold start easier, for exam‐
ple.
Information ATTENTION
Even fuels that conform to the specifica‐
tions can be of low quality. This may cause en‐
gine problems, e.g., poor engine start-up be‐
havior, poor handling and/or poor performance.
There is a risk of damage to property. In case
of engine problems, switch gas stations or use
a brand name fuel with a higher octane rat‐
ing.◀
Gasoline
General information For the best fuel efficiency, the gasoline
should be sulfur-free or very low in sulfur con‐
tent.
Fuels that are marked on the gas pump as con‐
taining metal must not be used.Fuels with a maximum ethanol content of
10 %, i. e., E10, may be used for refueling.
Ethanol should meet the following quality
standards:
US: ASTM 4806–xx
CAN: CGSB-3.511–xx
xx: comply with the current standard in each
case.
Information ATTENTION
Do not press the Start/Stop button after
refueling with the wrong fuel. Furthermore, the
catalytic converter is permanently damaged.
There is a risk of damage to property. Do not
refuel or add the following in the case of gaso‐
line engines:▷Leaded gasoline.▷Metallic additives, e.g., manganese or iron.
Do not press the Start/Stop button after refuel‐
ing with the wrong fuel. Contact a dealer’s
service center or another qualified service cen‐
ter or repair shop.◀
ATTENTION
Incorrect fuels can damage the fuel sys‐
tem and the engine. There is a risk of damage
to property. Do not use a fuel with a higher
ethanol percentage than recommended or one
with other types of alcohol, e.g., M5 to M100.◀
ATTENTION
Fuel that does not comply with the mini‐
mum quality can compromise engine function
or cause engine damage. There is a risk of
damage to property. Do not fill with fuel that
does not comply with the minimum quality.◀
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CAUTION
The use of poor-quality fuels may result
in harmful engine deposits or damage. Addi‐
tionally, problems relating to drivability, start‐
ing and stalling, especially under certain envi‐
ronmental conditions such as high ambient
temperature and high altitude, may occur.
If drivability problems are encountered, we rec‐
ommend switching to a high quality gasoline
brand and a higher octane grade — AKI num‐
ber — for a few tank fills. To avoid harmful en‐
gine deposits, it is highly recommended to
purchase gasoline from Top Tier retailers.
Failure to comply with these recommendations
may result in the need for unscheduled main‐
tenance.◀
Recommended fuel grade
BMW recommends AKI 93.
Minimum fuel grade
BMW recommends AKI 91.
If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI Rat‐
ing, the engine may produce knocking sounds
when starting at high outside temperatures.
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Mounting of child restraintsystems 62
M technology 150
Multifunction steering wheel, buttons 14
Multimedia 6
N
Navigation 6
Neck restraints, front, see Head restraints 54
Neck restraints, rear, see Head restraints 55
Neutral cleaner, see wheel cleaner 201
New wheels and tires 171
O OBD Onboard Diagnosis 185
OBD, see OBD Onboard Di‐ agnosis 185
Obstacle marking, rearview camera 125
Octane rating, see Recom‐ mended fuel grade 167
Odometer 83
Office 6
Oil 179
Oil, adding 180
Oil additives 181
Oil change 181
Oil change interval, service requirements 85
Oil filler neck 180
Oil types, alternative 181
Oil types, suitable 181
Old batteries, disposal 191
Onboard computer 88
Onboard computer, see On‐ board computer 88
Onboard monitor, see Control Display 18
Onboard vehicle tool kit 186 Opening/closing via door
lock 39
Opening and closing 34
Opening and closing, without remote control 39
Opening and closing, with re‐ mote control 37
Operating concept, iDrive 18
Optional equipment 7
Outside air, see Automatic re‐ circulated-air control 131
Own Safety 7
P
Paint, vehicle 200
Park Distance Control PDC 121
Parked-car ventilation 132
Parked vehicle, condensa‐ tion 154
Parking aid, see PDC 121
Parking brake 70
Parking lights 93
Parts and accessories 8
Passenger side mirror, tilting downward 58
Pathway lines, rearview cam‐ era 125
PDC Park Distance Con‐ trol 121
Personal Profile 36
Personal Profile, exporting profiles 37
Personal Profile, importing profiles 37
Person warning with City light braking function 109
Pinch protection system, glass sunroof 48
Pinch protection system, win‐ dows 46
Plastic, care 201
Power failure 191
Power sunroof, glass 47
Power windows 45 Prescribed engine oil
types 181
Pressure, tire air pres‐ sure 168
Pressure warning, tires 104
Preventing Auto Start Stop 69
Profile, see Personal Pro‐ file 36
Programmable memory but‐ tons, iDrive 24
Protective function, glass sunroof 48
Protective function, win‐ dows 46
Push-and-turn switch, see Controller 19
R Racetrack operation 150
Radiator fluid 182
Radio 6
Radio-operated key, see Re‐ mote control 34
Radio ready state 65
Rain sensor 72
Ratchet straps, securing cargo 157
Rear lights 189
Rear socket 139
Rearview camera 124
Rearview mirror 57
Rear window de‐ froster 129, 132
Recirculated-air filter 132
Recirculated-air mode 128, 131
Recommended fuel grade 167
Recommended tire brands 172
Refueling 164
Remaining range 84
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