2017 BMW M2 Owners Manual

'yAverage speed.'yDate.'yEngine temperature display.'ySpeed Limit Info.'yTime of arrival.
When destination guidance is activated in
the navigation system.'yDistance to destination.
When destination guidance is activated in
the navigation system.'yArrow view of navigation system.
When destination guidance is activated in
the navigation system.
Selecting
information
Depending on the vehicle equipment version,
you can select what information from the onj
board computer is to be displayed on the info display of the instrument cluster.
On the Control Display:
1."Settings"2."Instrument cluster"3.Select the desired information.
Settings are stored for the profile currently used.
Information
in
detail
Range
Displays the estimated cruising range available with the remaining fuel.
It is calculated based on your driving style over
the last 20 miles/30 km.
Average
fuel
consumption
The average fuel consumption is calculated for
the period while the engine is running.
The average fuel consumption is calculated for
the distance traveled since the last reset by the
onboard computer.
Average
speed
Periods in which the vehicle is parked with the
engine manually stopped are not included in
the calculation of the average speed.
Resetting
average
values
Press and hold button on turn signal lever.
Engine
temperature
display Displays the current engine temperature,based on a combination of coolant and engine
oil temperature. As soon as the optimum operj
ating temperature has been attained, the indij cator is in the center position.
If the engine oil or coolant, thus the engine, bej
come too hot, a Check Control message is disj
played.
Check the coolant level, refer to page 185.
Distance
to
destination
The distance remaining to the destination is
displayed if a destination is entered in the navij gation system before the trip is started.
The distance to the destination is adopted aujtomatically.
Time
of
arrival The estimated time of arrival is
displayed if a destination is enj
tered in the navigation system
before the trip is started.
The time must be correctly set.
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Speed
Limit
Info
Further information, see chapter Speed Limit
Info.
Trip
onboard
computer
The vehicle features two types of onboard
computers.'y"Onboard info": the values can be reset as
often as necessary.'y"Trip computer": the values provide an overview of the current trip.
Resetting
the
trip
onboard
computer
On the Control Display:
1."Vehicle info"2."Trip computer"3."Reset": all values are reset.
"Automatically reset": all values are reset
approx. 4 hours after the vehicle came to a
standstill.
Display
on
the
Control
Display
Display the onboard computer or trip onboard
computer on the Control Display.
On the Control Display:
1."Vehicle info"2."Onboard info" or "Trip computer"
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.
Displaying
sport
displays1."Vehicle info"2."Sport displays"
Speed
warning
Concept
A speed limit can be set that when reached will cause a warning to be issued.
General
information
The warning is repeated if the vehicle speed drops below the set speed limit once by atleast 3 mph/5 km/h.
Displaying,
setting
or
changing
the
speed
warning
On the Control Display:
1."Settings"2."Speed"3."Warning at:"4.Turn the controller until the desired speedis displayed.5.Press the controller.
Speed warning is stored.
Activating/deactivating
the
speed
warning
On the Control Display:
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Setting
your
current
speed
as
the
speed
warning
On the Control Display:1."Settings"2."Speed"3."Select current speed"4.Press the controller.
The current vehicle speed is stored as the speed warning.
Settings
on
the
Control
Display
Time
Setting
the
time
zone
1."Settings"2."Time/Date"3."Time zone:"4.Select the desired time zone.
The time zone is stored.
Setting
the
time
1."Settings"2."Time/Date"3."Time:"4.Turn the controller until the desired hours are displayed.5.Press the controller.6.Turn the controller until the desired mijnutes 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, date and, if needed, the time zone are
updated automatically.
1."Settings"2."Time/Date"3."Auto time set"
Date
Setting
the
date
1."Settings"2."Time/Date"3."Date:"4.Turn the controller until the desired day is
displayed.5.Press the controller.6.Make the necessary settings for the month
and year.
The date is stored.
Setting
the
date
format
1."Settings"2."Time/Date"3."Format:"4.Select the desired format.
The date format is stored.
Language
Setting
the
language
To set the language on the Control Display:
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Settings are stored for the profile currentlyused.
Setting
the
voice
dialog
Voice dialog for the voice activation system,
refer to page 27.
Units
of
measurement
Setting
the
units
of
measurement To set the units for fuel consumption, route/
distance and temperature:1."Settings"2."Language/Units"3.Select the desired menu item.4.Select the desired unit.
Settings are stored for the profile currently used.
Brightness
Setting
the
brightness To set the brightness of the Control Display:
1."Settings"2."Control display"3."Brightness"4.Turn the controller until the desired brightjness is set.5.Press the controller.
Settings are stored for the profile currentlyused.
Depending on the light conditions, the brightj
ness settings may not be clearly visible.
Activating/deactivating
the
display
of
the
current
vehicle
position
If GPS geolocation has been activated, the curj
rent vehicle position can be displayed in the BMW ConnectedDrive app or in the ConnecjtedDrive customer portal.
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LightsVehicle
features
and
optionsThis chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due
to the selected options or country versions.
This also applies to safety-related functions
and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable country provisions
must be observed.
Overview Switches
in
the
vehicle
The light switch element is located next to the
steering wheel.
Light
functions
SymbolFunctionAutomatic headlamp control
Adaptive Light ControlLights off
Daytime running lightsParking lightsSymbolFunctionLow beamsInstrument lighting
Parking
lights,
cornering
lights
and
roadside
parking
lights
General
information Position of switch:
, ,
If the driver door is opened with the ignition switched off, the exterior lighting is automatij
cally switched off at these switch settings.
Parking
lights
Position of switch:

The vehicle is illuminated on all sides.
Do not use the parking lights for extended pej
riods; otherwise, they might drain the battery
and it would then be impossible to start the enj
gine.
When parking, switch on the one-sided roadj
side parking lamp, refer to page 93.
Low
beams Position of switch:

The low beams light up when the ignition is
switched on.
Roadside
parking
lights
Concept
The vehicle can be illuminated on one side.
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Switching
on
With the ignition switched off, press the lever
either up or down past the resistance point for approx. 2 seconds.
Switching
off Briefly press the lever to the resistance point in
the opposite direction.
Welcome
lights
and
headlamp
courtesy
delay
feature
Welcome
lights
General
information Depending on the equipment, when switching
off the vehicle, switch position
or .
Depending on the ambient brightness, individj
ual light functions may be switched on briefly, when the vehicle is unlocked.
Activating/deactivating
On the Control Display:
1."Settings"2."Lighting"3."Welcome lights"
Settings are stored for the profile currently used.
Headlamp
courtesy
delay
feature
General
information
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 On the Control Display:1."Settings"2."Lighting"3."Pathway lighting:"4.Set length of time.
Settings are stored for the profile currentlyused.
Automatic
headlamp
control
Concept
The low beams are switched on and off autoj matically depending on the ambient brightj
ness, e.g., in tunnels, in twilight or if there is
precipitation.
General
information
A blue sky with the sun low on the horizon can cause the lights to be switched on.
When emerging from a tunnel during the day,
the low beams are not switched off immedij ately but instead only after approx. 2 minutes.
Activating
Position of switch:

The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster is
illuminated when the low beams are switched
on.
System
limits
The automatic headlamp control cannot serve
as a substitute for your personal judgment of
lighting conditions.
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For example, the sensors are unable to detect
fog or hazy weather. To avoid safety risks unj der these conditions, you should always switch
on the lights manually.
Daytime
running
lights
General
information Position of switch:
, ,
The daytime running lights light up when the
ignition is switched on. After the ignition is
switched off, the parking lights light up in posij
tion
.
Activating/deactivating In some countries, daytime running lights are
mandatory, so it may not be possible to deactij
vate the daytime running lights.
On the Control Display:
1."Settings"2."Lighting"3."Daytime running lamps"
Settings are stored for the profile currently used.
Adaptive
Light
Control
The
concept Adaptive Light Control is a variable headlight
control system that enables dynamic illuminaj
tion of the road surface.
General
information
Depending on the steering angle and other paj
rameters, the light from the headlight follows the course of the road.
To avoid blinding oncoming traffic, the Adapj tive Light Control does not swivel to the drivjer's side when the vehicle is at a standstill.
Activating
Position of switch
with the ignition
switched on.
Malfunction
A Check Control message is displayed.
Adaptive Light Control is malfunctioning or has failed. Have the system immediately checked
by a dealerss service center or another qualij
fied service center or repair shop.
High-beam
Assistant
Concept
The high-beam Assistant detects other traffic participants early on and automatically
switches the high beams on or off depending
on the traffic situation. The assistant ensures
that the high beams are switched on, whenj
ever the traffic situation allows. In the low
speed range, the high beams are not switched
on by the system.
General
information
The system responds to light from oncoming
traffic and traffic driving ahead of you, and to adequate illumination, e.g., in towns and cities.
The driver can intervene at any time and switch the high beams on and off as usual.
Activating
1.Depending on the equipment, turn the light switch into position
or .
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2.Press button on the turn signal lever, arjrow.
The indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster is illuminated when the low
beams are switched on.
The high beams are switched on and off autoj
matically.
The blue indicator lamp in the instruj
ment cluster lights up when the system
switches on the high beams.
Deactivating The High-beam Assistant is deactivated when
manually switching the high beams on and off, refer to page 71. To reactivate the high-beam
Assistant, press the button on the turn signal lever.
System
limits
The high-beam Assistant cannot serve as a
substitute for the driver's personal judgment of when to use the high beams. Therefore, manj
ually switch off the high beams in situations
where required to avoid a safety risk.
The system is not fully functional in the followj ing situations, and driver intervention may benecessary:
'yIn very unfavorable weather conditions,
such as fog or heavy precipitation.'yWhen detecting poorly-lit road users such
as pedestrians, cyclists, horseback riders
and wagons; when driving close to train or ship traffic; and at animal crossings.'yIn tight curves, on hilltops or in depresj
sions, in cross traffic or half-obscured onj coming traffic on highways.'yIn poorly-lit towns and cities and in thepresence of highly reflective signs.'yWhen the windshield in front of the interior
mirror is fogged over, dirty or covered with stickers, etc.Instrument
lighting
Settings The parking lights or low beams
must be switched on to adjust
the brightness.
Adjust the brightness with the
thumbwheel.
Interior
lights
General
information
Depending on the equipment, the interior
lights, footwell lights, entry lamps, and courj tesy lamps are controlled automatically.
Thumb wheel for the instrument lighting conjtrols brightness of some of these features.
Overview1Interior lights2Reading lights
Switching
the
interior
lights
on
and
off Press button.
To switch off permanently: press the button for
approx. 3 seconds.
Switch back on: press button.
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