BMW 2 series (2016) manual

Owner's Manual for Vehicle The Ultimate Driving Machine® T H E B M W 2 S E R I E S C O U P E . O W N E R ' S M A N U A L . Contents A-Z Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 961 270 - II/15 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :[...]

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2 Series Owner's Manual for Vehicle Thank you for choosing a BMW. The more familiar you are with your vehicle, the better control you will have on the road. We therefore strongly suggest: Read this Owner's Manual before starting off in your new BMW. Also use the Integrated Owner's Manual in your vehicle. It con‐ tains important inf[...]

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Addendum ADDENDUM TO OWNER'S MANUAL We wanted to provide you with some updates and clarifications with respect to the printed BMW Owner's Manual. These updates and clarifications will supersede the materials con- tained in that document. 1. Where the terms “service center,” “the ser- vice center,” “your service center,” “ser[...]

Addendum apply to approved tire sizes …” should be disregarded. 10. At page 178, under the heading: “Mount- ing,” the paragraph beginning, “Have mounting and balancing …” should be dis- regarded and the following text should be read in lieu thereof: “BMW recommends that you have mounting and balancing per- formed by your service cen[...]

Addendum damaged and systems or functions may not be fully available. After a battery replacement, the manufac- turer of your vehicle recommends that you have the battery registered on your vehicle by a service center to ensure that all com- fort functions are fully available, and that any “check control” messages of these comfort functions are[...]

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Contents The fastest way to find information on a partic‐ ular topic or item is by using the index, refer to page 218 . 6 Notes At a glance 14 Cockpit 18 iDrive 27 Voice activation system 30 Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle Controls 34 Opening and closing 48 Adjusting 59 Transporting children safely 63 Driving 76 Displays 90 Lights 9[...]

Notes Using this Owner's Manual Orientation The fastest way to find information on a partic‐ ular topic is by using the index. An initial overview of the vehicle is provided in the first chapter. Updates made after the editorial deadline Any updates made after the editorial deadline for the Owner's Manuals are found in the ap‐ pendix [...]

On right-hand drive vehicles, some controls are arranged differently from what is shown in the illustrations. Status of the Owner's Manual Basic information The manufacturer of your vehicle pursues a policy of constant development that is con‐ ceived to ensure that our vehicles continue to embody the highest quality and safety stan‐ dards.[...]

chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other repro‐ ductive harm. Battery posts, terminals and re‐ lated accessories contain lead and lead com‐ pounds. Wash your hands after handling. Used engine oil contains chemicals that have caused cancer in laboratory animals. Always protect your skin by washing t[...]

cluding the manufacturer, using special diag‐ nostic tools. You can obtain further information there if you need it. After an error is corrected, the information in the fault memory is deleted or overwritten on a continuous basis. With the vehicle in use there are situations where you can associate these technical data with individuals if combine[...]

wood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone 1-800-831-1117. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or BMW of North America, LLC.[...]

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At a glance These overviews of buttons, switches and displays are intended to familiarize you with your vehicle. You will also become quickly acquainted with the available control concepts and options. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 961 270 - II/15 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :[...]

Cockpit Vehicle 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 to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. The respectively appl[...]

Automatic headlight con‐ trol   91 Daytime running lights    91 Adaptive Light Control   91 High-beam Assistant   92 Instrument lighting   93 5 Steering column stalk, left Turn signal   67 High beams, head‐ light flasher   67 High-beam Assistant   92 Roadside parking lights   91 On-board computer   85 6 S[...]

All around the center console 1 Control Display   18 2 Glove compartment   145 3 Ventilation   135 4 Hazard warning system   202 Central locking system   39 5 Radio/CD/Multimedia, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment and Commu‐ nication 6 Climate control   130 7 Controller with buttons   18 8 Parking br[...]

All about the roofliner 1 Intelligent Emergency Re‐ quest   202 2 Glass sunroof   46 3 Indicator lamp, front-seat pas‐ senger airbag    97 4 Reading lights   93 5 Interior lights   93 Seite 17 Cockpit At a glance 17 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 961 270 - II/15 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :[...]

iDrive Vehicle 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 to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. The respectively appli[...]

1. Turn. 2. Press. 3. Move in four directions. Buttons on controller Press button Function MENU Open the main menu. RADIO Opens the Radio menu. MEDIA Opens the Multimedia menu. NAV Opens the Navigation menu. TEL Opens the phone menu. Press button Function BACK Displays the previous panel. OPTION Opens the Options menu. Controller without navigation[...]

Buttons on controller Press button Function MENU Open the main menu. Audio Open audio menu last listened to, switch between audio me‐ nus. TEL Opens the phone menu. BACK Open previous panel. OPTION Opens the Options menu. Operating concept Opening the main menu Press button. The main menu is displayed. All iDrive functions can be called up via th[...]

White arrows pointing to the left or right indi‐ cate that additional panels can be opened. Display of an opened menu When selecting a menu, it generally opens with the panel that was last selected in that menu. To display the first panel of a menu: ▷ Move the controller to the left repeatedly until the first panel is displayed. ▷ Press the m[...]

▷ For the input of upper/lower case letters and numbers, it may be necessary to reel via the controller to the corresponding In‐ put mode, refer to page 25 , e.g. when the spelling of upper and lower case letters is identical. ▷ Enter characters as they are displayed on the Control Display. ▷ Always enter associated characters, such as acce[...]

6. Turn the controller to set the hours and press the controller. 7. Turn the controller to set the minutes and press the controller. Status information Status field The following information is displayed in the status field at the top right: ▷ Time. ▷ Current entertainment source. ▷ Sound output, on/off. ▷ Wireless network reception streng[...]

Switching the split screen on and off On the Control Display: 1. Press button. 2. "Split screen" Selecting the display On the Control Display: 1. Press button. 2. "Split screen" 3. Move the controller until the split screen is selected. 4. Press the controller or select "Split screen content". 5. Select the desired men[...]

Deleting personal in the vehicle The concept Depending on the usage, the vehicle saves personal data, such as stored radio stations. These personal data can be permanently de‐ leted through iDrive. General information Depending on the equipment package, the fol‐ lowing data can be deleted: ▷ Personal Profile settings. ▷ Stored radio station[...]

▷ Target search: names of locations may be entered in languages available through Control Display. Seite 26 At a glance iDrive 26 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 961 270 - II/15 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :[...]

Voice activation system Vehicle 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 to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. The r[...]

Executing functions using short commands Execute functions on the main menu via short commands. It almost doesn't matter which menu item is selected, e.g., › Vehicle status‹. List of short commands for the voice activation system, see Navigation, Entertainment, Com‐ munication Owner's Manual. Help dialog for the voice activation sys[...]

This can unnecessarily delay the establish‐ ment of a phone connection. Instead, use the SOS button, refer to page 202 , close to the interior mirror. Environmental conditions ▷ Say the commands, numbers, and letters smoothly and with normal volume, empha‐ sis, and speed. ▷ Always say commands in the language of the voice activation system.[...]

Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle Vehicle 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 to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functi[...]

Context help - Owner's Manual to the temporarily selected function You may open the relevant information di‐ rectly. Opening via the iDrive To move directly from the application on the Control Display to the Options menu: 1. Press button or move the controller to the right repeatedly until the "Options" menu is displayed. 2. "[...]

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Controls This chapter is intended to provide you with information that will give you complete control of your vehicle. All features and accessories that are useful for driving and your safety, comfort and convenience are described here. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 961 270 - II/15 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :[...]

Opening and closing Vehicle 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 to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. The respe[...]

Replacing the battery 1. Remove integrated key from remote con‐ trol. 2. Push in the catch with the key, arrow 1. 3. Remove the cover of the battery compart‐ ment, arrow 2. 4. Insert a battery of the same type with the positive side facing up. 5. Press the cover closed. Take the used battery to a recycling center or to your service center. New [...]

vated. All settings stored in the profile are au‐ tomatically applied. If several drivers use their own remote control, the vehicle will adjust the personal settings during unlocking. These settings are also re‐ stored, if the vehicle has been used in the meantime by a person with a different remote control. Changes to the settings are automati[...]

other vehicle equipped with the Personal Pro‐ file function. The following export options are available: ▷ Via BMW Online. ▷ Via the USB port to a USB device. Popular file systems for USB devices are supported. FAT32 and exFAT are the rec‐ ommended formats for profile export. Other formats may not support the export. 1. "Settings"[...]

The windows and the glass sunroof are opened, as long as the button on the remote control is pressed. Locking Locking from the outside Do not lock the vehicle from the outside with people inside the car, as the vehicle can‐ not be unlocked from inside without special knowledge.◀ The driver's door must be closed. Press button on the remote [...]

▷ LX8766S. ▷ LX8766E. ▷ LX8CAS. ▷ LX8CAS2. ▷ MYTCAS4. Compliance statement: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: ▷ This device may not cause harmful inter‐ ference, and ▷ this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undes[...]

In the event of a severe accident, the vehicle is automatically unlocked. The hazard warning system and interior lights come on. Unlocking and opening ▷ Press the central locking system button to unlock the doors together, and then pull the door handle above the armrest. ▷ On the door to be opened, pull the door handle twice: the first time unl[...]

Locking separately The trunk lid can be locked separately with the switch in the glove compartment. If the glove compartment is locked, the trunk lid cannot be opened. ▷ Trunk lid secured, arrow 1. ▷ Trunk lid not secured, ar‐ row 2. Slide the switch into the arrow 1 position. This secures the trunk lid and disconnects it from the central loc[...]

Locking Touch the surface on the door handle of the driver's or front passenger door, arrow, with your finger for approx. 1 second without grasp‐ ing the door handle. This corresponds with pressing the button on the remote control. To save battery power, ensure that the ignition and all electronic systems and/or power con‐ sumers are turne[...]

Adjusting Unlocking The settings are saved in the active profile, re‐ fer to page 35 . Doors 1. "Settings" 2. "Doors/key" 3. Select the symbol. 4. Select the desired function: ▷ "Driver's door only" Only the driver's door and the fuel filler flap are unlocked. Pressing again un‐ locks the entire vehicle[...]

Alarm system The concept When the vehicle is locked, the vehicle alarm system responds to: ▷ Opening a door, the hood or the trunk lid. ▷ Movements in the interior. ▷ Changes in the vehicle tilt, e. g., during at‐ tempts at stealing a wheel or when towing the car. ▷ Disconnected battery voltage. The alarm system briefly signals tampering:[...]

Interior motion sensor The windows and glass sunroof must be closed for the system to function properly. Avoiding unintentional alarms The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sen‐ sor can be switched off together, such as in the following situations: ▷ In automatic car washes. ▷ In duplex garages. ▷ During transport on trains carrying veh[...]

▷ Pull the switch beyond the resistance point. The window closes automatically. Pulling again stops the motion. See also: closing by means of Comfort Access, refer to page 41 . Pinch protection system Danger of jamming even with pinch pro‐ tection Even with the pinch protection system, check that the window's closing path is clear; other?[...]

The glass sunroof closes as long as the reel is held down. The sliding visor can be manually closed. ▷ Press the reel in the desired direction past the resistance point. The glass sunroof and sliding visor open automatically. The glass sunroof closes automatically. The sliding visor can be manually closed. Pressing the reel upward stops the motio[...]

Adjusting Vehicle 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 to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. The respectively ap[...]

After releasing the lever, move the seat for‐ ward or back slightly making sure it engages properly. Height Pull the lever and apply your weight to the seat or lift it off, as necessary. Backrest tilt Pull the lever and apply your weight to the backrest or lift it off, as necessary. Seat tilt Pull the lever and move the seat to the desired tilt. [...]

2. Height. 3. Seat tilt. 4. Backrest tilt. Thigh support Pull the lever at the front of the seat and adjust the thigh support. Lumbar support The curvature of the seat backrest can be ad‐ justed in a way that it supports the lumbar re‐ gion of the spine. The lower back and the spine are supported for upright posture. ▷ Press the front/rear se[...]

Front seat heating Switching on Press button once for each tempera‐ ture level. The maximum temperature is reached when three LEDs are lit. If the journey is continued within approx. 15 minutes, the seat heating is activated automat‐ ically with the temperature selected last. When ECO PRO, refer to page 159 , is acti‐ vated, the heater output[...]

▷ Press and hold this button until the seat has moved to the de‐ sired position. Releasing the button stops window/roof movement. ▷ Press button briefly. The seat au‐ tomatically moves to the end po‐ sition. Pressing again stops the motion. Original position 1. Moving the seat to its original position: ▷ Press and hold this button until[...]

Safety belt reminder for driver's and passenger's seat The indicator lamp lights up and a sig‐ nal sounds. Make sure that the safety belts are positioned correctly. The safety belt reminder is active at speeds above approx. 6 mph/10 km/h. It can also be activated if objects are placed on the front passenger seat. Damage to safety belts [...]

Rear head restraints Correctly adjusted head restraint A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of injury to cervical vertebrae in the event of an accident. Adjusting the head restraint Adjust the head restraints of all occupied seats properly; otherwise, there is an increased risk of injury in an accident. ◀ Height Adjust the head re[...]

Seat and mirror memory Hints Do not retrieve the memory while driving Do not retrieve the memory setting while driving, as an unexpected movement of the seat could result in an accident. ◀ Keep the movement area unobstructed When changing the seat position, keep the seat's area of movement unobstructed; otherwise, people might get injured or[...]

Note Estimating distances correctly Objects reflected in the mirror are closer than they appear. Do not estimate the distance to the traffic behind you based on what you see in the mirror, as this will increase your risk of an accident. ◀ At a glance 1 Adjusting   56 2 Left/right, Automatic Curb Monitor 3 Fold in and out   56 Selecting a [...]

Automatic dimming feature Both exterior mirrors are automatically dim‐ med. Photocells are used to control the Interior rearview mirror, refer to page 57 . Interior rearview mirror, manually dimmable Flip lever To reduce the blinding effect of the interior rear view mirror, flip the lever forward. Turn knob Turn the knob to reduce the blinding ef[...]

Adjusting 1. Fold the lever down. 2. Move the steering wheel to the preferred height and angle to suit your seating posi‐ tion. 3. Fold the lever back. Steering wheel heating Press button. ▷ On: the LED lights up. ▷ Off: the LED goes out. Seite 58 Controls Adjusting 58 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 961 270 - II/15 I n f o r m a t i o n [...]

Transporting children safely Vehicle 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 to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. [...]

of unexpected movement of the seat back‐ rest.◀ On the front passenger seat Deactivating airbags Deactivating the front-seat passenger airbags If a child restraint system is used in the front passenger seat, deactivate the front-seat pas‐ senger airbags; otherwise, there is an in‐ creased risk of injury to the child when the air‐ bags are[...]

LATCH child restraint system LATCH: Lower Anchors and Tether for Chil‐ dren. Note Follow manufacturer's information for LATCH child restraint systems To mount and use the LATCH child restraint systems, observe the operating and safety in‐ formation from the system manufacturer; oth‐ erwise, the level of protection may be re‐ duced.◀ [...]

1 Direction of travel 2 Head restraint 3 Hook for upper retaining strap 4 Mounting point/eye 5 Rear window shelf 6 Seat backrest 7 Upper retaining strap Attaching the upper retaining strap to the mounting point 1. Remove the mounting point cover. 2. Raise the head restraint. 3. Guide the upper retaining strap between the supports of the head restra[...]

Driving Vehicle 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 to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. The respectively appl[...]

The radio-ready state switches off automati‐ cally: ▷ After approx. 8 minutes. ▷ When the vehicle is locked using the cen‐ tral locking system. ▷ Shortly before the battery is discharged completely, so that the engine can still be started. The radio-ready state remains active if, e.g., the ignition is automatically switched off for the fo[...]

and downward inclines, further secure the ve‐ hicle, e.g., by turning the steering wheel in the direction of the curb.◀ Before driving into a car wash So that the vehicle can roll into a car wash ob‐ serve instructions for going into an automatic car wash, refer to page 208 . Steptronic transmission Switching off the engine 1. Engage selector[...]

▷ The engine is not yet at operating temper‐ ature. ▷ The wheels are at a sharp angle or the steering wheel is being turned. ▷ After driving in reverse. ▷ Fogging of the windows when the auto‐ matic climate control is switched on. ▷ Vehicle battery is heavily discharged. ▷ At higher elevations. ▷ The engine compartment lid is unlo[...]

▷ LED goes out: Auto Start/Stop function is activated. Switching off the vehicle during an automatic engine stop During an automatic engine stop, the vehicle can be switched off permanently, e. g., when leaving it. 1. Press the Start/Stop button. The ignition is switched off. The Auto Start/Stop function is deactivated. Selector lever position P [...]

Using turn signals Press the lever beyond the resistance point. To switch off manually, press the lever to the resistance point. Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator lamp indicates that a turn signal bulb has failed. Triple turn signal activation Press the lever to the resistance point. The turn signal flashes three times. The function can be [...]

The lever automatically returns to its initial po‐ sition when released. ▷ Normal wiper speed: push up once. The wipers switch to intermittent operation when the vehicle is stationary. ▷ Fast wiper speed: press up twice or press once beyond the resistance point. Wipers change to normal speed when ve‐ hicle comes to standstill. Switch off an[...]

Clean the windshield, headlights Pull the wiper lever towards you. The system sprays washer fluid on the wind‐ shield and activates the wipers briefly. In addition, the headlights are cleaned at regu‐ lar intervals when the vehicle's lights are acti‐ vated. Do not use the washer system at freezing temperatures Do not use the washers if f[...]

Washer fluid reservoir All washer nozzles are supplied from one res‐ ervoir. Fill with a mixture of windshield washer con‐ centrate and tap water and – if required – with a washer antifreeze, according to the manufac‐ turer's recommendations. Mix the washer fluid before adding to find the right mixture. Do not add windshield washer c[...]

beyond the resistance point at the full throttle position. Engaging selector lever positions Press on the brake pedal until you start driving To prevent the vehicle from creeping after you select a gear, maintain pressure on the brake pedal until you are ready to start. ◀ ▷ It is not possible to shift out of selector lever position P until the [...]

Once maximum engine speed is attained, M/S manual mode is automatically upshifted as needed. Switching to manual mode ▷ To shift down: press the selector lever for‐ ward. ▷ To shift up: pull the selector lever rear‐ wards. Gears will only be shifted at appropriate engine and road speeds, for example downshifting is not possible if the engin[...]

▷ In addition to the briefly pulled right shift paddle, briefly pull the left shift paddle. In the manual mode, after conservative driving for a certain amount of time or if there has been no acceleration or shifting of the shift paddles within a certain amount of time, the transmission switches back to automatic mode. Displays in the instrument [...]

A flag symbol is displayed in the instru‐ ment cluster. 5. The starting engine speed adjusts. Within 3 seconds, release the brake. Before using Launch Control, allow the trans‐ mission to cool down for approx. 5 minutes. Launch Control adjusts to the surrounding conditions, e.g., wet pavement, when used again. Seite 75 Driving Controls 75 Onlin[...]

Displays Vehicle 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 to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. The respectively app[...]

▷ Messages, e.g. Check Control, refer to page 77 . ▷ Navigation display, see User's manual for Navigation, Entertainment and Communi‐ cation. ▷ Range, refer to page 81 . ▷ Status, Driving Dynamics Control, refer to page 114 . ▷ Service requirements, refer to page 82 . ▷ Speed limit detection, refer to page 83 . ▷ Time, refer to[...]

Yellow lights Anti-lock Braking System ABS Avoid abrupt braking if possible. Brak‐ ing force boost in some cases defec‐ tive. Stop carefully. Take into account longer brake travel. Have this checked by the service center immediately. DSC Dynamic Stability Control Flashing: DSC controls the drive and braking forces. The vehicle is stabi‐ lized[...]

Green lights Turn signal Turn signal on. Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator lamp indicates that a turn signal bulb has failed. For additional information, refer to Turn signal, refer to page 67 . Parking lights, headlight control Parking lights or headlights are acti‐ vated. Front fog lights Front fog lights are activated. For additional i[...]

Hiding Check Control messages Press the onboard computer button on the turn signal lever. ▷ Some Check Control messages are dis‐ played continuously and are not cleared until the malfunction is eliminated. If sev‐ eral malfunctions occur at once, the mes‐ sages are displayed consecutively. These messages can be faded for approx. 8 seconds. [...]

External temperature If the indicator drops to +37 ℉/+3 ℃ or lower, a signal sounds. A Check Control message is displayed. There is an increased risk of ice on roads. Ice on roads Even at temperatures above +37 ℉/+3 ℃, roads might be icy. Therefore, drive carefully on bridges and shaded roads, e.g., to avoid the increased risk of an acciden[...]

Energy recovery Display The kinetic energy of the vehicle is converted to electrical energy while coasting. The vehicle bat‐ tery is partially charged and fuel consumption can be reduced. Service requirements The concept After the ignition is turned on the instrument cluster briefly displays available driving dis‐ tance or time to the next sche[...]

Gear shift indicator The concept The system recommends the most fuel effi‐ cient gear for the current driving situation. Depending on the vehicle's features and coun‐ try version of the vehicle, the gear shift indica‐ tor is active in the manual mode of the Step‐ tronic transmission and with manual transmission. Suggestions to shift ge[...]

Keep the windshield in the area behind the in‐ terior rearview mirror clean and clear. Switching on/off On the Control Display: 1. "Settings" 2. "Instrument cluster" 3. "Speed limit information" If speed limit detection is switched on, it can be displayed on the info display in the instru‐ ment cluster via the comp[...]

Display Depending on your vehicle's optional features, the list in the instrument cluster can differ from the illustration shown. Activating a list and adjusting the setting On the right side of the steering wheel, turn the thumbwheel to activate the corresponding list. Using the thumbwheel, select the desired set‐ ting and confirm it by pus[...]

When destination guidance is activated in the navigation system. Adjusting the info display Depending on the vehicle equipment version, you can select what information from the com‐ puter is to be displayed on the info display of the instrument cluster. On the Control Display: 1. "Settings" 2. "Instrument cluster" 3. Select th[...]

Resetting the fuel consumption and speed On the Control Display: 1. "Vehicle info" 2. "Onboard info" 3. "Consumpt." or "Speed" 4. "Yes" Sport displays The concept On the Control Display, the current values for performance and torque can be displayed if the vehicle is appropriately equipped. Displayi[...]

6. Turn the controller until the desired mi‐ nutes are displayed. 7. Press the controller. The time is stored. Setting the time format 1. "Settings" 2. "Time/Date" 3. "Format:" 4. Select the desired format. The time format is stored. Automatic time setting Depending on your vehicle's optional features, the time,[...]

Depending on the light conditions, the bright‐ ness settings may not be clearly visible. Seite 89 Displays Controls 89 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 961 270 - II/15 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :[...]

Lights Vehicle 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 to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. The respectively appli[...]

Headlight courtesy delay feature The low beams stay lit for a short while if the headlight flasher is switched on after the radio- ready state is switched off. Setting the duration 1. "Settings" 2. "Lighting" 3. "Pathway lighting:" 4. Set length of time. Settings are stored for the profile currently in use. Automatic h[...]

In tight curves, e.g., on mountainous roads or when turning, one of the two front fog lights is switched on as a turning lamp. As a result the inside of the curve is better lighted. Activating Position of switch with the ignition switched on. To avoid blinding oncoming traffic, the Adap‐ tive Light Control does not swivel to the driv‐ er's[...]

Switching the high beams on and off manually ▷ High beams on, arrow 1. ▷ High beams off/headlight flasher, arrow 2. The High-beam Assistant can be switched off when manually adjusting the light. To reacti‐ vate the High-beam Assistant, press the but‐ ton on the turn signal lever. System limits The system is not fully functional in situation[...]

Overview 1 Interior lights 2 Reading lamp Switching the interior lights on and off Press button. To reel off permanently: press the button for approx. 3 seconds. Switch back on: press button. Reading lights Press button. Reading lights are located at the front and rear next to the interior lights. Ambient light Depending on your optional features l[...]

Safety Vehicle 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 to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. The respectively appli[...]

Ejection Mitigation The head airbag system is designed as an ejection mitigation countermeasure to reduce the likelihood of ejections of vehicle occupants through side windows during rollovers or side impact events. Knee airbag The knee airbag supports the legs in a frontal impact. Protective action Airbags are not triggered in every impact situa?[...]

erational readiness of the entire airbag system and the belt tensioner. Airbag system malfunctioning ▷ Warning lamp does not come on when the ignition is turned on. ▷ The warning lamp lights up continuously. In case of a malfunction have airbag sys‐ tem checked immediately. In case of a malfunction have airbag system checked immediately; othe[...]

size is detected on the seat. The airbags on the front passenger side are activated. Detected child seats The system generally detects children seated in a child seat, particularly in child seats re‐ quired by NHTSA when the vehicle was manu‐ factured. After installing a child seat, make sure that the indicator lamp for the front-seat passenger[...]

3. "Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)" The status is displayed. Status control display Tire and system status are indicated by the color of the wheels and a text message on the Control Display. All wheels green System is active and will issue a warning rela‐ tive to the tire inflation pressures stored during the last reset. One wheel is yello[...]

Actions in the event of a flat tire Normal tires 1. Identify the damaged tire. Do this by checking the air pressure in all four tires. If the tire inflation pressure in all four tires is correct, the Tire Pressure Monitor may not have been initialized. In this case, initi‐ alize the system. If an identification is not possible, please contact the[...]

▷ Check the tire pressure and correct as needed. ▷ Carry out a reset of the system after a tire change. System limits The system does not function properly if a re‐ set has not been carried out, e.g., a flat tire is reported though tire inflation pressures are correct. The tire inflation pressure depends on the tire's temperature. Drivin[...]

FTM Flat Tire Monitor The concept The system detects tire inflation pressure loss on the basis of rotation speed differences be‐ tween the individual wheels while driving. In the event of a tire inflation pressure loss, the diameter and therefore the rotational speed of the corresponding wheel changes. This will be detected and reported as a flat[...]

▷ When driving on a snowy or slippery road surface. ▷ Sporty driving style: spinning traction wheels, high lateral acceleration (drifting). ▷ When driving with snow chains. Actions in the event of a flat tire Normal tires 1. Identify the damaged tire. Do this by checking the air pressure in all four tires. If the tire inflation pressure in al[...]

▷ Front-end collision warning with City Brak‐ ing function, refer to page 104 . ▷ Pedestrian warning, refer to page 107 . Hints Personal responsibility The system does not serve as a substi‐ tute for the driver's personal judgment of the traffic situation. Be aware of the traffic situation and the vehi‐ cle's surroundings at all[...]

The front-end collision warning is available even if cruise control has been deactivated. With the vehicle approaching another vehicle intentionally the collision warning is delayed avoiding false alarm. General information The system warns at two levels of an imminent danger of collision at speeds from approx. 3 mph/5 km/h. Time of warnings may va[...]

Switching on/off Switching on automatically The system is automatically active after every driving-off. Switch off Press button: the system is switched off. The LED goes out. Re-press button: the system is switched on. The LED lights up. Setting the warning time The warning time can be set via iDrive. 1. "Settings" 2. "Frontal Coll. [...]

System limits Detection range The system's detection potential is limited. Thus a warning might not be issued or be is‐ sued late. E. g. the following situations may not be de‐ tected: ▷ Slow moving vehicles when you approach them at high speed. ▷ Vehicles that suddenly swerve in front of you, or sharply decelerating vehicles. ▷ Vehi[...]

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Braking intervention The warning prompts the driver himself/herself to react. During a warning, the maximum brak‐ ing force is used. Premise for the brake boos‐ ter is sufficiently quick and hard stepping on the brake pedal. The system can assist with some braking intervention if there is risk of a collision. At low speeds vehicles may thus com[...]

In the event of a warning, do not jerk the steer‐ ing wheel, as you may lose control of the vehi‐ cle.◀ At a glance Button in the vehicle Lane departure warning Camera The camera is found near the interior rearview mirror. Keep the windshield in the area behind the in‐ terior rearview mirror clean and clear. Switching on/off Press button. ?[...]

Brake force display The concept ▷ During normal brake application, the bot‐ tom brake lights light up. ▷ During heavy brake application, the top brake lights light up in addition. Attentiveness assistant The concept The system can detect increasing lack of alert‐ ness or fatigue of the driver during long, mo‐ notonous journeys, e.g., on h[...]

Driving stability control systems Vehicle 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 to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and syst[...]

Indicator/warning lights The indicator lamp flashes: DSC con‐ trols the drive and braking forces. The indicator lamp lights up: DSC has failed. Deactivating DSC: DSC OFF When DSC is deactivated, driving stability is reduced during acceleration and when driving in curves. To increase vehicle stability, activate DSC again as soon as possible. Deact[...]

Dynamic Damping Control The concept This system reduces undesirable vehicle mo‐ tion when using a dynamic driving style or trav‐ eling on uneven road surfaces. The system enhances driving dynamics and comfort fitting road surface and driving style. Programs The system offers several different programs. Select the programs via the Driving Dynami[...]

Operating the programs Press button Program DSC OFF TRACTION SPORT+ SPORT COMFORT ECO PRO Automatic program change The system may automatically switch to COM‐ FORT in the following situations: ▷ Failure of Dynamic Damping Control. ▷ Failure of DSC Dynamic Stability Control. ▷ The vehicle has a flat tire. ▷ When activating cruise control i[...]

This configuration is retrieved when the SPORT driving mode is activated. COMFORT For a balanced tuning with maximum driving stabilization. Activating COMFORT Press button repeatedly until COM‐ FORT is displayed in the instrument cluster. In certain situations, the system automatically changes to the NORMAL program, automatic program change, refe[...]

Driving off without delay After releasing the foot brake, start driv‐ ing without delay, since the drive-off assistant will not hold the vehicle in place for more than approx. 2 seconds and the vehicle will begin to roll back.◀ Seite 117 Driving stability control systems Controls 117 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 961 270 - II/15 I n f o r[...]

Driving comfort Vehicle 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 to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. The respectiv[...]

Interrupting When active, press the button. The system is automatically interrupted if: ▷ The brakes are applied. ▷ The clutch pedal is depressed for a few seconds or released while a gear is not en‐ gaged. ▷ The gear engaged is too high for the cur‐ rent speed. ▷ Selector lever position D is disengaged. ▷ DTC Dynamic Traction Control[...]

Displays in the instrument cluster Indicator lamp Depending on how the vehicle is equip‐ ped, the indicator lamp in the instru‐ ment cluster indicates whether the sys‐ tem is switched on. Desired speed ▷ The marking lights up green: the system is active. ▷ The marking lights up or‐ ange: the system has been interrupted. ▷ The marking [...]

Overview With front PDC: button in vehicle PDC Park Distance Control Switching on/off Switching on automatically PDC switches on automatically in the following situations: ▷ If selector lever position R is engaged when the engine is running. The rearview camera also switches on. ▷ If equipped with parking assistant: when obstacles are detected [...]

A display appears as soon as Park Distance Control (PDC) is activated. The range of the sensors is represented in the colors green, yellow and red. When the image of the rearview camera is dis‐ played, the reel can be made to PDC: "Rear view camera" System limits Limits of ultrasonic measurement Ultrasonic measuring might not function u[...]

Rearview camera The concept The rearview camera provides assistance in parking and maneuvering backwards. The area behind the vehicle is shown on the Control Display. Hints Check the traffic situation as well Check the traffic situation around the ve‐ hicle with your own eyes. Otherwise, an acci‐ dent could result from road users or objects tha[...]

▷ Obstacle marking "Obstacle marking" Spatially-shaped markings are displayed. Pathway lines ▷ Pathway lines can be superimposed on the image of the rearview camera. ▷ They help you to estimate how much space is needed when parking and maneu‐ vering on level pavement. ▷ They are dependent on the current steer‐ ing angle and ar[...]

Display settings Brightness With the rearview camera switched on: 1. Select the symbol. 2. Turn the controller until the desired setting is reached, and press the controller. Contrast With the rearview camera switched on: 1. Select the symbol. 2. Turn the controller until the desired setting is reached, and press the controller. System limits Detec[...]

Curbs The parking assistant may steer the vehi‐ cle over or onto curb if need be. Therefore, always be alert and ready to inter‐ vene; otherwise, the wheels, tires, or the vehi‐ cle may become damaged. ◀ An engine that has been switched off by the Auto Start Stop function is restarted automati‐ cally when the parking assistant is activate[...]

Switching on/off Switching on with the button Press button. The LED lights up. The current status of the parking space search is indicated on the Control Display. Parking assistant is activated automatically. Switching on with the reverse gear Shift into reverse. The current status of the parking space search is indicated on the Control Display. To[...]

vehicle - wait for the automatic steering wheel move. The end of the parking procedure is indi‐ cated on the Control Display. 3. Adjust the parking position yourself if needed. Interrupting manually The parking assistant can be interrupted at any time: ▷ "Parking Assistant" Select the symbol on the Control Display. ▷ Press button. I[...]

▷ With objects with corners and sharp edges. ▷ With objects with a fine surface structure such as fences. ▷ For objects with porous surfaces. Low objects already displayed, e.g., curbs, can move into the blind area of the sensors before or after a continuous tone sounds. The parking assistant may identify parking spaces that are not suitable [...]

Climate control Vehicle 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 to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. The respectiv[...]

Climate control functions in detail Manual air distribution Turn the wheel to select the de‐ sired program or the desired in‐ termediate setting. ▷ Windows. ▷ Upper body region. ▷ Windows, upper body region, and foot‐ well. ▷ Footwell. Defrosts windows and removes condensation Direct the air distribution toward windows, in‐ crease t[...]

Press button repeatedly to select an operating mode: ▷ LED off: outside air flows in continuously. ▷ LED on, recirculated-air mode: the supply of outside air into the vehicle is perma‐ nently blocked. Recirculated air mode switches off automati‐ cally at low external temperatures after a cer‐ tain amount of time in order to avoid window f[...]

3 AUTO program 4 Display 5 Maximum cooling 6 Temperature, right 7 Seat heating, right   51 8 Cooling function 9 Automatic recirculated-air control/recircu‐ lated-air mode 10 Air distribution, right 11 Air flow, AUTO intensity 12 Air distribution, left 13 Rear window defroster 14 Interior temperature sensor — always keep clear 15 Defrosts wi[...]

Cooling function The car's interior can only be cooled with the engine running. Press button. The air will be cooled and dehumidi‐ fied and, depending on the temperature set‐ ting, warmed again. Depending on the weather, the windshield and side windows may fog up briefly when the en‐ gine is started. The cooling function is switched on a[...]

Defrosts windows and removes condensation Press button. Ice and condensation are quickly re‐ moved from the windshield and the front side windows. For this purpose, point the side vents onto the side windows as needed. Adjust air flow with the program active. If the windows are fogged over, you can also switch on the cooling function or press the[...]

Ventilation in the rear ▷ Thumbwheel for continuous opening and closing of the vents, arrow 1. ▷ Thumbwheel to vary the temperature, ar‐ row 2. Toward blue: colder. Toward red: warmer. ▷ Lever for changing the air flow direction, arrow 3. Parked-car ventilation The concept The parked-car ventilation ventilates the vehi‐ cle interior and l[...]

Interior equipment Vehicle 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 to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. The respec[...]

erases all programming of the buttons on the interior rearview mirror. 3. Hold the hand-held transmitter for the sys‐ tem to be controlled approx. 1 to 3 in/2.5 to 8 cm away from the buttons of the interior rearview mirror. The required distance de‐ pends on the manual transmitter. 4. Simultaneously press and hold the button of the desired func[...]

4. Likewise, press and hold the button of the desired function on the hand-held trans‐ mitter. 5. Release both buttons as soon as the inte‐ rior rearview mirror LED flashes more rap‐ idly. The LED flashing faster indicates that the button on the interior rearview mirror has been programmed. The system can then be controlled by the button on t[...]

World map with magnetic zones Procedure 1. Press and hold the control button for ap‐ prox. 3 to 4 seconds. The number of the set compass zone appears in the mirror. 2. To change the zone setting, press the con‐ trol button quickly and repeatedly until the number of the compass zone that corre‐ sponds with your location appears in the mirror. [...]

Settings are stored automatically after approxi‐ 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 be‐ hind a cover. When the cover is opened, the mirror lighting switches on. Ashtray/cigarette lighter Ashtray Opening Raise cover. Emptying Take out the insert. Ligh[...]

Sockets General information The lighter socket can be used as a socket for electrical equipment while the engine is run‐ ning or when the ignition is switched on. Note The total load of all sockets must not exceed 140 watts at 12 volts. Do not damage the socket by using unsuitable connectors. Front center console Remove the cover or cigarette lig[...]

Without telephone: overview The USB interface is located in the glove com‐ partment. With telephone: overview The USB interface is located in the center arm‐ rest. Through-loading system The concept The cargo area can be enlarged by folding down the rear seat backrest. The rear seat backrest is divided into two parts at a ratio of 60 to 40. If [...]

2. The unlocked backrest moves forward slightly. 3. Fold backrest forward. Closing Return the rear seat backrest to the upright seating position and engage it. Ensure that the lock is securely engaged Make sure that the lock engages prop‐ erly when folding back, otherwise transported cargo could enter the car's interior during brak‐ ing or[...]

Storage compartments Vehicle 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 to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. The resp[...]

Locking The glove compartment can be locked with an integrated key to separately secure the trunk lid, refer to page 41 , e.g. This prevents access to the glove compart‐ ment and to the trunk. After the glove compartment is locked, the re‐ mote control can be handed over, such as at a hotel, without the integrated key. Driver's side Note C[...]

the USB audio interface in the center armrest. Storage compartment in the rear A storage compartment is located in the center armrest. Storage compartment between the rear seats There is a storage compartment between the rear seats. Cupholders Hints Shatter-proof containers and no hot drinks Use light and shatter-proof containers and do not transpo[...]

Net for storage compartment Smaller objects can be stored in the net of right storage compartment. Multi-function hook Lightweight objects only Only hang lightweight objects, e.g. shop‐ ping bags, from the multifunction hooks. Oth‐ erwise, there is a danger of objects flying about during braking and evasive maneuvers. Only transport heavy lugga[...]

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Things to remember when driving Vehicle 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 to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and system[...]

Hot exhaust system Hot exhaust system High temperatures are generated in the exhaust system. Do not remove the heat shields installed and never apply undercoating to them. Make sure that flammable materials, e. g. hay, leaves, grass, etc. do not come in contact with the hot exhaust system while driving, while in idle po‐ sition mode, or when park[...]

Driving in wet conditions When roads are wet, salted, or in heavy rain, press brake pedal ever so gently every few miles. Ensure that this action does not endanger other traffic. The heat generated in this process helps dry the brake discs and pads. In this way braking efficiency will be available when you need it. Hills Avoid stressing the brakes [...]

Loading Vehicle 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 to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. The respectively appl[...]

Load The maximum load is the sum of the weight of the occupants and the cargo. The greater the weight of the occupants, the less cargo that can be transported. Stowing cargo ▷ Cover sharp edges and corners on the cargo. ▷ Heavy cargo: stow as far forward as possi‐ ble, directly behind and at the bottom of the rear passenger seat backrests. ?[...]

Roof-mounted luggage rack Note Roof racks are available as special accessories. Securing Follow the installation instructions of the roof rack. Roof drip rail with flaps The anchorage points are located in the roof drip rail above the doors. Fold the cover outward. Loading Be sure that adequate clearance is maintained for tilting and opening the gl[...]

Saving fuel Vehicle 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 to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. The respectively [...]

Avoid high engine speeds As a rule: driving at low engine speeds lowers fuel consumption and reduces wear. Use 1st gear to get the vehicle moving. Start‐ ing with the 2nd gear, accelerate rapidly. When accelerating, shift up before reaching high en‐ gine speeds. When you reach the desired speed, shift into the highest applicable gear and drive [...]

The achieved extended range is displayed in the instrument cluster as bonus range. Overview The system includes the following EfficientDynamics functions and displays: ▷ ECO PRO bonus range, refer to page 160 . ▷ ECO PRO tips driving instruction, refer to page 161 ▷ ECO PRO climate control, refer to page 160 . ▷ ECO PRO coasting driving sta[...]

Efficiency display Display in the instrument cluster Display in the instrument cluster with extended range A mark in the efficiency display informs about the current driving style. Mark in the area of arrow 1: display of the en‐ ergy recovered by coasting or when braking. Mark in the area of arrow 2: display when ac‐ celerating. Your driving st[...]

Indications on the Control Display EfficientDynamics Information on fuel consumption and technol‐ ogy can be displayed while driving. 1. "Vehicle info" 2. "EfficientDynamics" Displaying fuel consumption history The average fuel consumption can be dis‐ played within an adjustable time frame. Vertical bars show consumption for[...]

prox. 50 km/h to 100 mph, approx. 160 km/h, if the following conditions are met: ▷ Accelerator pedal and brake pedal are not operated. ▷ The selector lever is in selector lever posi‐ tion D. ▷ Engine and transmission are at operating temperature. The driving status Coast can be influenced with the shift paddles. Display Display in the instr[...]

The last fifteen minutes of a trip are evaluated. The range of the vehicle can be extended by an efficient driving style. This gain in range is displayed as a bonus range in the instrument cluster and on the Control Display. Functional requirement The function is only available in ECO PRO mode. Calling up ECO PRO driving style analysis 1. Activate [...]

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Mobility In order to always ensure your mobility, you will find important information on operating fluids, wheels and tires, maintenance and Roadside Assistance in the following. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 961 270 - II/15 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :[...]

Refueling Vehicle 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 to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. The respectively ap[...]

Pull the green knob with the fuel pump symbol. This releases the fuel filler flap. Observe the following when refueling The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks off the first time. Do not overfill the fuel tank Do not overfill the fuel tank; otherwise fuel may eslide, causing harm to the environ‐ ment and damaging the vehicle. ◀ Hand[...]

Fuel Vehicle 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 to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. The respectively applica[...]

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.◀ Seite 171 Fuel Mobility 171 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 961 270 - II/15 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :[...]

Wheels and tires Vehicle 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 to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. The respecti[...]

These pressure values can also be found on the tire inflation pressure label on the driver's door pillar. Maximum permissible speed Do not exceed 100 mph/160 km/h; other‐ wise, tire damage and accidents may result. ◀ Tire inflation pressure values up to 100 mph/160 km/h 228i, 228i xDrive Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI Specifi[...]

Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI 225/40 R 18 92 V M+S XL A/S RSC 225/40 R 18 92 V M+S XL RSC 2.3 / 33 2.6 / 38 Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y Std Rear: 245/35 R 18 92 Y XL Std 2.3 / 33 - - 2.6 / 38 Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y RSC Rear: 245/35 R 18 88 Y RSC 2.3 / 33 - - 2.6 / 38 Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL RSC Rear: 245/30 R 19 89 Y XL RSC 2.6 / 38 [...]

Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI Specifications in bar/PSI with cold tires 225/45 R 17 91 H M+S RSC 2.5 / 36 2.9 /42 205/50 R 17 89 H M+S RSC 2.6 / 38 3.1 / 45 225/40 R 18 92 V M+S XL RSC 2.7 / 39 3.2 / 46 Front: 225/45 R 17 91 W RSC Rear: 245/40 R 17 91 W RSC 2.5 / 36 - - 3.0 / 44 Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y RSC Rear: 245/35 R 18 88 Y RSC [...]

Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI Specifications in bar/PSI with cold tires 205/50 R 17 89 H M+S RSC 225/45 R 17 91 H M+S RSC 2.7 / 39 3.1 / 45 225/40 R 18 92 V M+S XL RSC 2.8 / 41 3.2 / 46 Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y Std Rear: 245/35 R 18 92 Y XL Std 2.5 / 36 - - 2.9 /42 Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y RSC Rear: 245/35 R 18 88 Y RSC 2.5 / 36 - - 2.[...]

Temperature A B C All passenger car tires must conform to Fed‐ eral Safety Requirements in addition to these grades. Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified gov‐ ernment test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half,[...]

Minimum tread depth Wear indicators are distributed around the tire's circumference and have the legally re‐ quired minimum height of 0.063 in/1.6 mm. They are marked on the side of the tire with TWI, Tread Wear Indicator. Tire damage General information Inspect your tires often for damage, foreign objects lodged in the tread, and tread wear[...]

Approved wheels and tires You should only use wheels and tires that have been approved by the vehicle manu‐ facturer for your vehicle type; otherwise, e.g., despite having the same official size ratings, variations can lead to chassis contact and with it, the risk of severe accidents The manufacturer of your vehicle cannot eval‐ uate non-approv[...]

Storage Store wheels and tires in a cool, dry place with as little exposure to light as possible. Always protect tires against all contact with oil, grease and fuels. Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pres‐ sure indicated on the side wall of the tire. Run-flat tires Label RSC label on the tire sidewall. The wheels consist of tires that are[...]

Sealing container ▷ Sealing container, arrow 1. ▷ Filling hose, arrow 2. Observe use-by date on the sealant container. Compressor 1 On/off reel 2 Holder for bottle 3 Reduce inflation pressure 4 Inflation pressure dial 5 Compressor 6 Connector/cable for socket 7 Connection hose — stowed in the bottom of the compressor Filling the tire with sea[...]

4. Slide the sealing container upright into the holder on the compressor housing, ensur‐ ing that it engages audibly. 5. Screw the connection hose onto the tire valve of the defective wheel. 6. With the compressor switched off, insert the plug into a power socket inside the ve‐ hicle. 7. With the ignition turned on or the engine running, reel o[...]

3. Wrap the empty sealant container and con‐ nection hose in suitable material to avoid dirtying the cargo area. 4. Stow the Mobility System back in the vehi‐ cle. Distributing the sealant Immediately drive approx. 5 miles/10 km to en‐ sure that the sealant is evenly distributed in the tire. Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h. If possibl[...]

▷ 205/50 R 17. ▷ 225/45 R 17. Follow the snow chain manufacturer's instruc‐ tions. Make sure that the snow chains are always sufficiently tight. Retighten as needed accord‐ ing to the chain manufacturer's instructions. Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor after mounting snow chains, as doing so may result in incorrect readings.[...]

Engine compartment Vehicle 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 to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. The respec[...]

Hood Hints Working in the engine compartment Never attempt to perform any service or repair operations on your vehicle without the necessary professional technical training. If you are unfamiliar with the statutory guide‐ lines, have any work on the vehicle performed only by a service center. If work is not carried out properly, there is a danger[...]

Engine oil Vehicle 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 to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. The respectively a[...]

Gasoline engine: If the engine oil level reaches the minimum level, a check control message is displayed. Diesel engine: During the measurement, the idle speed is in‐ creased somewhat. General information A detailed measurement is only possible with certain engines. Requirements ▷ Vehicle is on level road. ▷ Manual transmission: shift lever i[...]

The engine oil quality is critical for the life of the engine. Suitable engine oil types You can add engine oils that meet the follow‐ ing oil rating standards: Gasoline engine BMW Longlife-01. BMW Longlife-01 FE. Further information regarding the oil specifica‐ tions and viscosities of engine oils can be in‐ quired with the service center. A[...]

Coolant Vehicle 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 to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. The respectively appl[...]

Maintenance Vehicle 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 to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. The respectively [...]

Socket for OBD Onboard Diagnosis Note Socket for Onboard Diagnosis The socket for onboard diagnostics may only be used by the service center or a work‐ shop that operates in accordance with the specifications of the vehicle manufacturer with correspondingly trained personnel and other authorized persons. Otherwise, use may result in operating pro[...]

Replacing components Vehicle 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 to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. The resp[...]

Danger of burns Only change bulbs when they are cool; otherwise, there is a danger of getting burned.◀ Working on the lighting system When working on the lighting system, you should always reel off the lights affected to prevent short circuits. To avoid possible injury or equipment damage when replacing bulbs, observe any instructions provided by[...]

Accessing the turn signals and low beams Follow general instructions, refer to page 193 . 1. In the wheel house, loosen the two brack‐ ets and remove the cover. Turn signal 21-watt bulb, PY21W 1. If necessary, pull the inside trim of the wheel house slightly inward. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove. 2. Press the bulb gently into t[...]

Accessing the daytime running lights, high beams/headlight flasher and parking lights Follow general instructions, refer to page 193 . 1. Open the hood, refer to page 186 . 2. Turn the cover counterclockwise and re‐ move. Daytime running lights and high beams/ headlight flasher 55-watt bulb, H15. 1. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and re‐ move. [...]

At a glance 1 Parking lights / daytime running lights 2 Low beams/high beams/headlight flasher 3 Turn signal Xenon headlights Low beams and high beams are designed with xenon technology. The parking lights and daylight running lights are made using LED technology. Contact your service center in the event of a malfunction. Turn signal Follow general[...]

Carefully raise the wheel house panel, ar‐ row 2. 2. Pull off the bulb connector, arrow 1. Turn the bulb, arrow 2. Left side of vehicle: turn clockwise. Right side of vehicle: turn counterclock‐ wise. Remove the bulb. 3. Insert the new bulb, connect the connector and screw on the wheel house panel. Turn signal in exterior mirror The turn signal[...]

bumper area. In addition to the two outer fasteners, there is another inner fastener. 4. Grasp the handle with one hand, arrow 1, and brace with the free hand on the out‐ side, arrow 2. Carefully pry out the tail lamp, arrow 3, until the rubber mount re‐ leases from the inner fastener. 5. Remove the plug from the bulb holder. Replacing the bulb[...]

Jacking points for the vehicle jack The jacking points for the vehicle jack are lo‐ cated at the positions shown. Vehicle battery Maintenance The battery is maintenance-free. The added amount of acid is sufficient for the service life of the battery. Further information about the battery can be obtained from your service center. Battery replaceme[...]

Fuses Hints Replacing fuses Never attempt to repair a blown fuse and do not replace a defective fuse with a substi‐ tute of another color or amperage rating; this could lead to a circuit overload, ultimately re‐ sulting in a fire in the vehicle. ◀ Plastic tweezers and information on the fuse types and locations are stored in the fuse box in t[...]

Breakdown assistance Vehicle 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 to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. The resp[...]

When the emergency request is received at the BMW Response Center, the BMW Response Center contacts you and takes further steps to help you. Even if you are unable to respond, the BMW Response Center can take further steps to help you under certain circum‐ stances. For this, data are transmitted to the BMW Response Center which serve to deter‐ [...]

Preparation Bodywork contact between vehicles Make sure that there is no contact be‐ tween the bodywork of the two vehicles; other‐ wise, there is a danger of short circuits. ◀ 1. Check whether the battery of the other ve‐ hicle has a voltage of 12 volts. This infor‐ mation can be found on the battery. 2. Switch off the engine of the assi[...]

Tow-starting and towing Note 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[...]

Steptronic 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 towed Have your vehicle transported on a load‐ ing platform only; otherwise, damage may oc‐ cur.◀ Tow truck The vehicle should only be transported on a load[...]

The tow fitting is located in the onboard vehi‐ cle tool kit under the cargo floor panel. Tow fitting, information on use ▷ Use only the tow fitting provided with the vehicle and screw it all the way in. ▷ Use the tow fitting for towing on paved roads only. ▷ Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, e.g., do not lift the vehicle by the tow[...]

Care Vehicle 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 to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. The respectively applica[...]

Manual transmission: 1. Drive into the car wash. 2. Shift to neutral. 3. Switch the engine off. 4. Switch on the ignition. Steptronic 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. Do not turn off th[...]

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. Leather care Remove dust from the leather often, using a cloth or vacuum cleaner. Otherwise, particles of dust and road grime chafe in pores and folds, and lead to increased wear and [...]

grease removers, fuel, or such; this could lead to surface damage. ◀ Safety belts Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and thus have a negative impact on safety. Chemical cleaning Do not clean chemically; this can destroy the webbing.◀ Use only a mild soapy solution, with the safety belts clipped into their buckles. Do not allow the reel[...]

Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 961 270 - II/15 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :[...]

Reference This chapter contains the technical data and an index that will quickly take you to the information you need. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 961 270 - II/15 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :[...]

Technical data Vehicle 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 to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. The respective[...]

Seite 215 Technical data Reference 215 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 961 270 - II/15 228i Approved gross vehicle weight lbs kg 4,165/4,210–4,220 1,889/1,910–1,914 Load lbs/kg 785/356 Approved front axle load lbs Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,345/1,064 Approved roof load capacity lbs/kg 165/75 Cargo area capacity cu ft/l 13.8/390 M235i [...]

M235i xperformanceed by BMW M Approved gross vehicle weight lbs kg 4,490 2,037 Load lbs/kg 785/356 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,245/1,018 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,380/1,080 Approved roof load capacity lbs/kg 165/75 Cargo area capacity cu ft/l 13.8/390 Capacities US gal/liters Notes Fuel tank, approx. 13.7/52 Fuel quality, refer to page[...]

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Everything from A to Z Index A ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 112 Acceleration Assistant, refer to Launch Control 74 Accessories and parts 7 Activated-charcoal filter 135 Adaptive brake lights, refer to Brake force display 111 Adaptive Light Control 91 Additives, oil 188 Adjustments, seats/head re‐ straints 48 After washing vehicle 209 Airbags 95[...]

Break-in 152 Brightness of Control Dis‐ play 88 Bulb replacement 193 Bulb replacement, front 194 Bulb replacement, rear 198 Bulbs and lights 193 Button, Start/Stop 63 Bypassing, refer to Jump- starting 203 C California Proposition 65 Warning 7 Camera lenses, care 211 Camera, rearview cam‐ era 123 Can holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 147 Car batte[...]

D Damage, tires 178 Damping control, dy‐ namic 114 Data, technical 214 Date 81 Daytime running lights 91 Daytime running lights, bulb replacement 196 Defrosting, refer to defrosting the windows 131 Defrosting, refer to Windows, defrosting 135 Defrosting the windows 131 Dehumidifying, air 131 , 134 Deleting personal data 25 Deletion of personal da[...]

Exterior mirror, automatic dimming feature 57 Exterior mirrors 55 External start 203 External temperature dis‐ play 81 External temperature warn‐ ing 81 Eyes for securing cargo 156 F Failure message, see Check Control 77 False alarm, refer to Uninten‐ tional alarm 45 Fan, refer to Air flow 131 , 134 Filler neck for engine oil 188 Fine wood, c[...]

Indication of a flat tire 99 , 102 Indicator and alarm lamps, see Check Control 77 Indicator lamp, see Check Control 77 Individual air distribu‐ tion 131 , 134 Individual settings, refer to Personal Profile 35 Inflation pressure, tires 172 Inflation pressure warning, tires 102 Info display, refer to On- Board computer 85 Initialize, Tire Pressure[...]

Manual operation, rearview camera 123 Manual transmission 71 Marking on approved tires 179 Marking, run-flat tires 180 Master key, refer to Remote control 34 Maximum cooling 133 Maximum speed, display 83 Maximum speed, winter tires 179 Measure, units of 88 Medical kit 203 Memory, seat, mirror 55 Menu, EfficientDynamics 162 Menu in instrument clus?[...]

Pressure, tire air pres‐ sure 172 Pressure warning, tires 102 Profile, refer to Personal Pro‐ file 35 Programmable memory but‐ tons, iDrive 24 Protective function, glass sunroof 47 Protective function, win‐ dows 46 Push-and-turn switch, refer to Controller 18 , 19 R Radiator fluid 190 Radio-operated key, refer to Remote control 34 Radio rea[...]

Speed limit detection, on- board computer 86 Speed limiter, display 83 Speed Limit Information 83 Speed warning 87 Split screen 23 SPORT+ - program, Dynamic Driving Control 115 Sport displays, torque dis‐ play, performance dis‐ play 87 SPORT program, Dynamic Driving Control 115 Sport program, transmis‐ sion 72 Sport steering, variable 114 Sta[...]

U Unintentional alarm 45 Units of measure 88 Universal remote control 137 Unlock button, Steptronic transmission 72 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 210 USB interface 142 V Vanity mirror 141 Variable sport steering 1[...]