Transmission BMW M4 COUPE 2015 F82 Owner's Guide
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Tow-starting and towingNote Tow-starting and towing
For tow-starting or towing, switch off the
Intelligent Safety systems; otherwise malfunc‐
tions of the individual braking systems might
lead to accidents.◀
Manual transmission Gearshift lever in neutral position.
Towing Follow the towing instructions
Follow all towing instructions; otherwise,
vehicle damage or accidents may occur.◀▷Make sure that the ignition is switched on;
otherwise, the low beams, tail lights, turn
signals, and wipers may be unavailable.▷Do not tow the vehicle with the rear axle
tilted, as the front wheels could turn.▷When the engine is stopped, there is no
power assist. Consequently, more force
needs to be applied when braking and
steering.▷Larger steering wheel movements are re‐
quired.▷The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than the vehicle being towed; otherwise,
it will not be possible to control the vehi‐
cle's response.Tow truck
With rear-wheel drive
Your vehicle should be transported with a tow
truck with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed.
Do not lift the vehicle
Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or
body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage
may result.◀
M double clutch transmission:
transporting your vehicle
Note Your vehicle is not permitted to be towed.
Therefore, contact a service center in the
event of a breakdown.
Do not have the vehicle towedHave your vehicle transported on a load‐
ing platform only; otherwise, damage may oc‐
cur.◀
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Screw thread for tow fitting
Press on the mark of the front cover to push it
out.
Press out the rear cover at the recess using
the screw driver from the onboard vehicle tool
kit.
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 cause of the starting problems fixed.
Manual transmission If possible, do not tow-start the vehicle but
start the engine by jump-starting, refer to
page 200. If the vehicle is equipped with a cat‐
alytic converter, only tow-start while the en‐
gine is cold.
1.Switch on the hazard warning system and
comply with local regulations.2.Ignition, refer to page 62, on.3.Engage third gear.4.Have the vehicle tow-started with the
clutch pedal pressed and slowly release
the pedal. After the engine starts, immedi‐
ately press on the clutch pedal again.5.Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow
bar or rope, and switch off the hazard
warning system.6.Have the vehicle checked.Seite 204MobilityBreakdown assistance204
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Manual transmission:1.Drive into the car wash.2.Shift to neutral.3.Switch the engine off.4.Switch on the ignition.
M double-clutch transmission:
1.Drive into the car wash.2.Engage selector lever position N.3.Switch the engine off.
In this way, the ignition remains switched
on, and a Check-Control message is dis‐
played.
The vehicle cannot be locked from the outside
when in selector lever position N. A signal
sounds when an attempt is made to lock the
vehicle.
To start the engine with manual transmission:
1.Press on the clutch pedal.2.Press the Start/Stop button.
To start the engine with a M double clutch
transmission:
1.Depress the brake pedal.2.Press the Start/Stop button.
Pressing the Start/Stop button without step‐
ping on the brake turns the ignition off.
Transmission position
Transmission position P is engaged automati‐
cally:
▷When the ignition is switched off.▷After approx. 15 minutes.
Headlights
▷Do not rub dry and do not use abrasive or
acidic cleansers.▷Soak areas that have been dirtied e. g.,
from insects, with shampoo and wash off
with water.▷Thaw ice with de-icing spray; do not use an
ice scraper.
After washing the vehicle
After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes
briefly to dry them; otherwise, braking action
can be reduced and corrosion of the brake
discs can occur.
Completely remove all residues on the win‐
dows, to minimize loss of visibility due to
smearing and to reduce wiper noises and
wiper blade wear.
Vehicle care
Car care products BMW recommends using care and cleaning
products from BMW, since these have been
tested and approved.
Car care and cleaning products
Follow the instructions on the container.
When cleaning the interior, open the doors or
windows.
Only use products intended for cleaning vehi‐
cles.
Cleansers can contain substances that are
dangerous and harmful to your health.◀
Vehicle paint
Regular care contributes to driving safety and
value retention. Environmental influences in
areas with elevated air pollution or natural con‐
taminants, such as tree resin or pollen can af‐
fect the vehicle's paintwork. Tailor the fre‐
quency and extent of your car care to these
influences.
Aggressive substances such as spilled fuel, oil,
grease or bird droppings, must be removed im‐
mediately to prevent the finish from being al‐
tered or discolored.
Only use respectively approved cleaning and
care products for vehicles with matte finish.
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Technical dataVehicle features and options
This 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 tothe 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.
Note
The technical data and specifications in this
Owner's Manual are used as guidance values.
The vehicle-specific data can deviate from this,
for example, due to the selected special equip‐
ment, country version or country-specific
measurement method. Detailed values can befound in the approval documents, on informa‐
tion signs on the vehicle or can be obtained
from the service center.
The information in the vehicle documents al‐
ways has priority.
Dimensions
The dimensions can vary depending on the
model version, equipment or country-specific
measurement method.
The specified heights do not take into account
attached parts, for example, a roof antenna,roof racks or spoiler. The heights can deviate,
for example, due to the selected special equip‐
ment, tires, load and chassis version. BMW M4 CoupeWidth with mirrorsinches/mm79.3/2,014Width without mirrorsinches/mm73.6/1,870Heightinches/mm54.4/1,383Lengthinches/mm184.5/4,687Wheelbaseinches/mm110.7/2,812Smallest turning radius diam.ft/m40/12.2
Weights
The values preceding the slash apply to vehi‐
cles with manual transmission; the values fol‐lowing the slash apply to vehicles with M dou‐
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Initialize, Tire Pressure Moni‐tor TPM 102
Instrument cluster 76
Instrument cluster, electronic displays 76
Instrument lighting 96
Integrated key 34
Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle 30
Intelligent Emergency Re‐ quest 199
Intelligent Safety 104
Intensity, AUTO pro‐ gram 135
Interior equipment 139
Interior lights 96
Interior lights during unlock‐ ing 37
Interior lights with the vehicle locked 38
Interior motion sensor 45
Interior rearview mirror, auto‐ matic dimming feature 56
Interior rearview mirror, com‐ pass 141
Internet page 6
Interval display, service re‐ quirements 83
Interval mode 68
J Jacking points for the vehicle jack 196
Jump-starting 200
K
Key/remote control 34
Keyless Go, refer to Comfort Access 41
Key Memory, refer to Per‐ sonal Profile 35
Knee airbag 99 L
Lamp replacement 190
Lamp replacement, front 191
Lamp replacement, rear 193
Lane departure warning 110
Lane margin, warning 110
Language on Control Dis‐ play 89
Lashing eyes, securing cargo 161
LATCH child restraint sys‐ tem 60
Launch Control 73
Leather, care 207
LED light, bulb replace‐ ment 192
LEDs, light-emitting di‐ odes 191
Length, vehicle 212
Letters and numbers, enter‐ ing 25
Light alloy wheels, care 207
Light control 94
Light-emitting diodes, LEDs 191
Lighter 143
Lighting 93
Lights 93
Lights and bulbs 190
Light switch 93
Load 161
Loading 160
Lock, door 39
Locking/unlocking via door lock 39
Locking/unlocking with re‐ mote control 37
Locking, automatic 44
Locking, settings 43
Locking via trunk lid 40
Low beams 93
Low beams, automatic, refer to High-beam Assistant 95
Lower back support 51
Low Speed Assistant 71 Luggage rack, see Roof-
mounted luggage rack 162
Lumbar support 51
M
Maintenance 188
Maintenance require‐ ments 188
Maintenance, service require‐ ments 83
Maintenance system, BMW 188
Make-up mirror 143
Malfunction displays, see Check Control 77
Manual air distribution 136
Manual air flow 136
Manual operation, door lock 39
Manual operation, exterior mirrors 55
Manual operation, fuel filler flap 168
Manual operation, Park Dis‐ tance Control PDC 123
Manual operation, rearview camera 125
Manual operation, Side View 128
Manual operation, Top View 129
Manual transmission 70
Marking on approved tires 176
Master key, refer to Remote control 34
Maximum cooling 135
Maximum speed, display 85
Maximum speed, winter tires 177
M carbon ceramic brake 154
M Compound brake 154
M differential, active 117
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Sport displays, torque dis‐play, performance dis‐
play 88
Stability control systems 114
Standard view, head-up dis‐ play 90
Start/stop, automatic func‐ tion 64
Start/Stop button 62
Start function during malfunc‐ tion 35
Starting the engine 63
Status control display, tires 102
Status information, iDrive 23
Status of Owner's Manual 7
Steering assistance 118
Steering wheel, adjusting 56
Steering wheel heating 57
Stopping the engine 63
Storage compartments 147
Storage compartments, loca‐ tions 147
Storage, tires 177
Storing the vehicle 208
Suitable engine oils 185
Summer tires, tread 175
Sun visor 143
Supplementary text mes‐ sage 79
Surround View 124
Switch-on times, parked-car ventilation 138
Switch, refer to Cockpit 14
Symbols 6
Symbols in the status field 23
System states of dynamic driving 83
T
Tachometer 80
Tail lights 193
Technical changes, refer to Safety 7
Technical data 212 Technology, BMW M 154
Telephone, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertain‐
ment and Communication
Temperature, automatic cli‐ mate control 135
Temperature display for ex‐ ternal temperature 81
Temperature, engine oil 80
Terminal, starting aid 201
Text message, supplemen‐ tary 79
Theft alarm system, refer to Alarm system 44
Through-loading system 145
Tilt alarm sensor 45
Time of arrival 87
Tire damage 175
Tire identification marks 173
Tire inflation pressure 172
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 101
Tires, changing 176
Tire sealant 177
Tires, everything on wheels and tires 172
Tire tread 175
Tone, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment
and Communication
Tool 190
Top View 128
Total vehicle weight 212
Touchpad 21
Tow fitting 203
Towing 202
Tow lug, see Tow fitting 203
Tow-starting 202
Tow truck 202
TPM Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor 101
Transmission, manual trans‐ mission 70
Transporting children safely 58
Tread, tires 175 Trip computer 88
Triple turn signal activa‐ tion 67
Trip odometer 81
Truck for tow-starting/ towing 202
Trunk lid closing 40
Trunk lid, emergency unlock‐ ing 41
Trunk lid, hotel function 41
Trunk lid opening 40
Trunk lid, opening with no- touch activation 42
Trunk lid via remote con‐ trol 38
Turning circle 212
Turning circle lines, rearview camera 126
Turn signals, operation 67
U Unintentional alarm 45
Units of measure 90
Universal remote control 139
Unlocking/locking via door lock 39
Unlocking/locking with re‐ mote control 37
Unlocking, settings 43
Updates made after the edito‐ rial deadline 7
Upholstery care 207
USB interface 144
V Vanity mirror 143
Vehicle battery 196
Vehicle battery, replac‐ ing 196
Vehicle, break-in 156
Vehicle care 206
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