2018 BMW 2 SERIES COUPE Owners Manual

Correcting
the
tire
inflation
pressure1.Stop at a suitable location.2.Screw the connection hose onto the tirevalve stem.3.Attach the connection hose directly to the
compressor.4.Insert the connector into the power socket
inside the vehicle.5.Correct the tire inflation pressure to
2.5 bar.'yIncrease tire inflation pressure: with the
ignition switched on or the engine runj
ning, switch on the compressor.'yReduce tire inflation pressure: press
the button on the compressor.Continuing
the
trip
Do not exceed the maximum permissible
speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
Reinitialize the run-flat tires.
Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM.
Replace the nonworking tire and the sealant
container of the Mobility System at the next
opportunity.
Snow
chains Fine-link
snow
chains
The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends use of fine-link snow chains. Certain types offine-link snow chains have been tested by the
manufacturer of the vehicle and recommended as road-safe and suitable.
Information regarding suitable snow chains is available from a dealerss service center or anjother qualified service center or repair shop.
Use Use only in pairs on the rear wheels, equippedwith the tires of the following size:'y205/50 R 17.'y225/45 R 17.'y225/40 R 18.
Follow the snow chain manufacturer's instrucjtions.
Do not initialize the run-flat tires after mountj
ing snow chains, as doing so may result in inj
correct readings.
Do not reset the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM after mounting snow chains, as doing so mayresult in incorrect readings.
When driving with snow chains, briefly activate
Dynamic Traction Control DTC, if needed.
Maximum
speed
with
snow
chains
Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph/50 km/h when using snow chains.
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Changing
wheels/tiresGeneral
information
When using run-flat tires or a flat tire kit, a
wheel does not always need to be changed imj mediately when there is a loss of tire inflation
pressure due to a flat tire.
If needed, the tools for changing wheels are
available as accessories from a dealerss service
center or another qualified service center or rej pair shop.
Safety
information DANGER
The vehicle jack is only provided for
short-term lifting of the vehicle for wheel
changes. Even if all safety measures are obj
served, there is a risk of the raised vehicle fallj
ing, if the vehicle jack tilts over. There is a risk
of injuries or danger to life. If the vehicle is
raised, do not lie under the vehicle and do not
start the engine.'

On
a
level
surface
Place chocks or other suitable objects, for exjample a rock, in front of and behind the wheel
that is diagonally opposite to the wheel that you wish to change.
On
a
slight
downhill
gradient
If you need to change a wheel on a slight downhill grade, place chocks and other suitajble objects, for instance a rock, under the
wheels of both the front and rear axles against
the rolling direction.
Lug
bolt
lock
Concept
The wheel lug bolts have a special coding. The
lug bolts can only be released with the adapter which matches the coding.
Overview
The adapter of the lug bolt lock is in the onj board vehicle tool kit or in a storage compartj
ment close to the onboard vehicle tool kit.
'yLug bolt, arrow 1.'yAdapter, arrow 2.
Unscrewing
1.Attach the adapter to the lug bolt.2.Unscrew the lug bolt.3.Remove the adapter after unscrewing the lug bolt.
Screwing
on
1.Attach the adapter to the lug bolt. If necesj
sary, turn the adapter until it fits on the lug bolt.2.Screw on the lug bolt. The tightening torj
que is 140 Nm.3.Remove the adapter and stow it after screwing on the lug bolt.
Preparing
the
vehicle
'yPark the vehicle on solid and non-slipground at a safe distance from traffic.'ySwitch on the hazard warning system.'ySet the parking brake.'yEngage a gear or move the selector leverto position P.'yAs soon as permitted by the traffic flow,have all vehicle occupants get out of the
vehicle and ensure that they remain outj side the immediate area in a safe place,
such as behind a guardrail.'yDepending on the equipment version, get tools and the emergency wheel from the
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'yIf necessary, set up a warning triangle or
portable hazard warning light at an approj priate distance.'yDo not place wood blocks or similar itemsunder the vehicle jack; otherwise, it cannot
reach its carrying capacity because of the
restricted height.'ySecure the vehicle additionally against rollj
ing.'yLoosen the lug bolts a half turn.
Jacking
points
for
the
vehicle
jack
The jacking points for the vehicle jack are loj cated at the indicated positions.
Jacking
up
the
vehicle WARNING
Hands and fingers can be jammed when
using the vehicle jack. There is a risk of injury. Comply with the described hand position and
do not change this position while using the vej
hicle jack.'

5.Make sure that the vehicle jack foot is exjtended vertically.6.Make sure that the vehicle jack foot stands
vertically and perpendicularly beneath the jacking point after extending the vehicle
jack.7.Crank up the vehicle jack until the entire
surface of the jack is in contact with the
ground and the wheel in question is raised
a maximum of 1.2 inches/3 cm off the ground.
Mounting
a
wheel
Mount one emergency wheel only, as required.
1.Unscrew the lug bolts.2.Remove the wheel.3.Put the new wheel or emergency wheel on and screw in at least two lug bolts in a
crosswise pattern until hand-tight.
If non-original light-alloy wheels of the vej hicle manufacturer are mounted, the acj
companying lug bolts may have to be used
as well.4.Hand-tighten the remaining lug bolts and tighten all lug bolts well in a crosswise patj
tern.5.Turn the vehicle jack crank counterclockj
wise to retract the vehicle jack and lower
the vehicle.6.Remove the vehicle jack and stow it sej
curely.
After
the
wheel
change
1.Tighten the lug bolts crosswise. The tightj ening torque is 101 lb ft/140 Nm.2.Stow the nonworking wheel in the cargo
area, if necessary.
The nonworking wheel cannot be stored under the cargo floor panel because of its
size.3.Check tire inflation pressure at the next opj
portunity and correct as needed.4.Reinitialize the run-flat tires.
Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM.5.Check to make sure the lug bolts are tight
with a calibrated torque wrench.6.Have the damaged tire replaced at the
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Engine
compartmentVehicle
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., dueto the selected options or country versions.
This also applies to safety-related functions
and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations
must be observed.
Important
features
in
the
engine
compartment
1Jump-starting, negative battery terminal2Vehicle identification number3Filler neck for washer fluid4Jump-starting, positive battery terminal5Engine compartment fuse box6Oil filler neck7Coolant reservoir
The coolant reservoir for 6-cylinder and
diesel engines is located on the opposite
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Hood
Safety
information WARNING
Improperly executed work in the engine
compartment can damage vehicle compoj nents and impair vehicle functions. There is a
risk of personal and property damage. The
manufacturer of your vehicle recommends that, in the effort to avoid such risks, work inthe engine compartment be performed by a
dealerss service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.'

Engine
oilVehicle
features
and
options
This 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 laws and regulations
must be observed.
General
information
The engine oil consumption is dependent on
your driving style and driving conditions.
Therefore, regularly check the engine oil level
after refueling by taking a detailed measurej
ment.
The engine oil consumption can increase in
the following situations, for example:'ySporty driving style.'yBreak-in of the engine.'yIdling of the engine.'yWith use of engine oil types that are classij
fied as not suitable.
Different Check Control messages appear on the Control Display depending on the engine
oil level.
Safety
information NOTE
An engine oil level that is too low causes
engine damage. There is a risk of property
damage. Immediately add engine oil.'