2019 BMW 2 SERIES COUPE Owners Manual

Engine
compartmentVehicle
features
andoptions
This
chapter
describes
all
standard,
country-spejcific
and
optional
features
offered
with
the
series.
It
also
describes
features
that
are
not
necessarily available
in
your
vehicle,
e.
g.,
due
to
the
selectedoptions
or
country
versions.
This
also
applies
to
safety-related
functions
and
systems.
When
usj
ing
these
functions
and
systems,
the
applicable laws
and
regulations
must
be
observed.
Overview
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
diej sel
engines
is
located
on
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Hood
Safety
information
WARNING
Improperly
executed
work
in
the
engine
comj partment
can
damage
vehicle
components
and impair
vehicle
functions.
There
is
a
risk
of
perj
sonal
and
property
damage.
The
manufacturer of
your
vehicle
recommends
that,
in
the
effortto
avoid
such
risks,
work
in
the
engine
comj
partment
be
performed
by
a
dealerss
service
center
or
another
qualified
service
center
or
rej
pair
shop.
WARNING
The
engine
compartment
accommodates
movj
ing
components.
Certain
components
in
the engine
compartment
can
also
move
with
the
vehicle
switched
off,
for
instance
the
radiator
fan.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury.
Do
not
reach
into the
area
of
moving
parts.
Keep
articles
of
clothj
ing
and
hair
away
from
moving
parts.
WARNING
There
are
protruding
parts,
for
instance
locking
hook,
on
the
inside
of
the
hood.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury.
If
the
hood
is
open,
pay
attention
to protruding
parts
and
keep
clear
of
these
areas.
WARNING
An
incorrectly
locked
hood
can
open
while
drivj
ing
and
restrict
visibility.
There
is
a
risk
of
an
acj cident.
Stop
immediately
and
correctly
close
the
hood.
WARNING
Body
parts
can
be
jammed
when
opening
and closing
the
hood.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury.
Make
sure
that
the
area
of
movement
of
the
hood
is
clear
during
opening
and
closing.
NOTICE
Folded-away
wipers
can
be
jammed
when
the hood
is
opened.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Make
sure
that
the
wipers
with
the
wiper
blades
mounted
are
folded
down
onto
the
windshield
before
opening
the
hood.
Opening
the
hood
1.Pull
lever,
arrow
1.
Hood
is
unlocked.2.After
the
lever
is
released,
pull
the
lever
again, arrow
2.
Hood
can
be
opened.
Indicator/warning
lights When
the
hood
is
unlocked,
a
Check
Controlmessage
is
displayed.
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Closing
the
hood
Let
the
hood
drop
from
a
height
of
approx.
16
inj
ches/40
cm
and
push
down
on
it
to
lock
it
fully.
The
hood
must
engage
on
both
sides.
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Engine
oilVehicle
features
andoptions
This
chapter
describes
all
standard,
country-spejcific
and
optional
features
offered
with
the
series. It
also
describes
features
that
are
not
necessarilyavailable
in
your
vehicle,
e.
g.,
due
to
the
selectedoptions
or
country
versions.
This
also
applies
to
safety-related
functions
and
systems.
When
usj
ing
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
afj ter
refueling
by
taking
a
detailed
measurement.
The
engine
oil
consumption
can
increase
in
the following
situations,
for
example:
'xSporty
driving
style.'xBreak-in
of
the
engine.'xIdling
of
the
engine.'xWith
use
of
engine
oil
types
that
are
classified
as
not
suitable.
Different
Check
Control
messages
appear
on
the Control
Display
depending
on
the
engine
oil
level.
Safety
information
NOTICE
An
engine
oil
level
that
is
too
low
causes
enj gine
damage.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to property.
Immediately
add
engine
oil.
NOTICE
Too
much
engine
oil
can
damage
the
engine
or
the
catalytic
converter.
There
is
a
risk
of
damj
age
to
property.
Do
not
add
too
much
engine oil.
When
too
much
engine
oil
is
added,
havethe
engine
oil
level
corrected
by
a
dealerss
servjice
center
or
another
qualified
service
center
or
repair
shop.
Electronic
oil
measurement
General
information
The
electronic
oil
measurement
has
two
measurj
ing
principles:
'xMonitoring.'xDetailed
measurement.
When
making
frequent
short-distance
trips
or
using
a
dynamic
driving
style,
for
instance
when
taking
curves
aggressively,
regularly
perform
a
detailed
measurement.
Monitoring
Concept
The
engine
oil
level
is
monitored
electronically
while
driving
and
can
be
shown
on
the
Control Display.
If
the
engine
oil
level
is
outside
its
permissible operating
range,
a
Check
Control
message
is
displayed.
A
red
indicator
light
indicates
that
the
enj
gine
oil
pressure
is
too
low.
Functional
requirements A
current
measured
value
is
available
after
apj
prox.
30
minutes
of
normal
driving.
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Displaying
the
engine
oil
levelVia
iDrive:1.My
Vehicle2.Vehicle
status3.

Engine
oil
level
The
engine
oil
level
is
displayed.
System
limits When
making
frequent
short-distance
trips
orusing
a
dynamic
driving
style,
it
may
not
be
posjsible
to
calculate
a
measured
value.
In
this
case,
the
measured
value
for
the
last,
sufficiently
long trip
is
displayed.
Detailed
measurement
Concept The
engine
oil
level
is
checked
when
the
vehicleis
stationary
and
displayed
via
a
scale.
If
the
engine
oil
level
is
outside
its
permissible
operating
range,
a
Check
Control
message
is
displayed.
General
information
During
the
measurement,
the
idle
speed
is
inj creased
somewhat.
Functional
requirements
'xVehicle
is
parked
in
a
horizontal
position.'xManual
transmission:
shift
lever
in
neutral
poj
sition,
clutch
and
accelerator
pedals
not
dej pressed.'xSteptronic
transmission:
selector
lever
in
sej
lector
lever
position
N
or
P
and
accelerator pedal
not
depressed.'xEngine
is
running
and
is
at
operating
temperjature.Performing
a
detailed
measurement
Via
iDrive:1.My
Vehicle2.Vehicle
status3.

Engine
oil
level4.Measure
engine
oil
level5.Start
measurement
The
engine
oil
level
is
checked
and
displayed
via
a
scale.
Adding
engine
oil
General
informationOnly
add
engine
oil
when
the
message
is
disj
played
in
the
instrument
cluster.
The
quantity
to be
added
is
indicated
in
the
message
displayed
in
the
instrument
cluster.
Only
add
suitable
types
of
engine
oil,
refer
to page
254.
Safely
park
the
vehicle
and
switch
off
the
ignition before
adding
engine
oil.
Take
care
not
to
add
too
much
engine
oil.
Safety
information
WARNING
Operating
materials,
for
instance
oils,
greases,
coolants,
fuels,
can
contain
harmful
ingredients. There
is
a
risk
of
injuries
or
danger
to
life.
Folj
low
the
instructions
on
the
containers.
Avoid
the
contact
of
articles
of
clothing,
skin
or
eyes
with
operating
materials.
Do
not
refill
operating
materials
into
different
bottles.
Store
operating
materials
out
of
reach
of
children.
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NOTICE
An
engine
oil
level
that
is
too
low
causes
enj gine
damage.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Immediately
add
engine
oil.
NOTICE
Too
much
engine
oil
can
damage
the
engine
or
the
catalytic
converter.
There
is
a
risk
of
damj
age
to
property.
Do
not
add
too
much
engine
oil.
When
too
much
engine
oil
is
added,
have the
engine
oil
level
corrected
by
a
dealerss
servjice
center
or
another
qualified
service
center
or
repair
shop.
Overview
The
oil
filler
neck
is
located
in
the
engine
comj
partment,
refer
to
page
249.
Adding
engine
oil
1.Open
the
hood,
refer
to
page
250.2.Open
the
lid
counterclockwise.3.Add
engine
oil.4.Close
the
cap.
Engine
oil
types
to
add
General
information
The
engine
oil
quality
is
critical
for
the
life
of
the
engine.
Only
add
the
types
of
engine
oil
which
are
listed.
Safety
information
NOTICE
Oil
additives
can
damage
the
engine.
There
is
a risk
of
damage
to
property.
Do
not
use
oil
addijtives.
NOTICE
Incorrect
engine
oil
can
cause
malfunctions
in the
engine
or
damage
it.
There
is
a
risk
of
damj
age
to
property.
When
selecting
an
engine
oil,
make
sure
that
the
engine
oil
has
the
correct
oil
rating.
Suitable
engine
oil
types
Add
engine
oils
that
meet
the
following
oil
rating
standards:
Gasoline
engineBMW
Longlife-01
FE.BMW
Longlife-14
FE+.
Alternative
engine
oil
types
If
an
engine
oil
suitable
for
continuous
use
is
not
available,
up
to
1
US
quart/liter
of
an
engine
oil
with
the
following
oil
rating
can
be
added:
Oil
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SL.API
SM.API
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Viscosity
gradesViscosity
gradesSAE
0W-20.SAE
0W-30.
More
information
about
suitable
engine
oil
ratj
ings
and
viscosities
of
engine
oils
can
be
rej quested
from
a
dealerss
service
center
or
another
qualified
service
center
or
repair
shop.
Engine
oil
change
NOTICE
Engine
oil
that
is
not
changed
in
timely
fashion
can
cause
increased
engine
wear
and
thus
enj gine
damage.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Do
not
exceed
the
service
data
indij
cated
in
the
vehicle.
The
vehicle
manufacturer
recommends
that
you have
a
dealerss
service
center
or
another
qualij
fied
service
center
or
repair
shop
change
the
enj
gine
oil.
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CoolantVehicle
features
andoptions
This
chapter
describes
all
standard,
country-spejcific
and
optional
features
offered
with
the
series. It
also
describes
features
that
are
not
necessarilyavailable
in
your
vehicle,
e.
g.,
due
to
the
selectedoptions
or
country
versions.
This
also
applies
to
safety-related
functions
and
systems.
When
usj
ing
these
functions
and
systems,
the
applicable laws
and
regulations
must
be
observed.
General
information
Not
all
commercially
available
additives
are
suitaj
ble
for
the
vehicle.
Information
about
suitable
adj ditives
is
available
from
a
dealerss
service
centeror
another
qualified
service
center
or
repair
shop.
Safety
information
WARNING
With
the
engine
hot
and
the
cooling
system
open,
coolant
can
escape
and
lead
to
scalding.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury.
Only
open
the
cooling
system
with
the
engine
cooled
down.
WARNING
Additives
are
harmful
and
incorrect
additives can
damage
the
engine.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury
and
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Do
not
allow
additives
to
come
into
contact
with
skin,
eyes
or
articles
of
clothing.
Use
suitable
additives
only.
Coolant
level
General
information
The
coolant
level
is
indicted
using
minimum
andmaximum
markings.
Depending
on
the
coolant
reservoir,
the
minimum
and
maximum
markings
are
located
at
different
locations.
Concept
Depending
on
the
engine
installation,
the
coolant
reservoir
is
located
on
the
right
side
or
the
left
side
of
the
engine
compartment.
Checking
the
coolant
level
on
the
side
markings
1.Let
the
engine
cool.2.The
coolant
level
is
correct
if
it
lies
between the
minimum
and
maximum
marks.
The
marks
are
on
the
side
of
the
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