2019 BMW M2 Owners Manual

Changing
wheels
and
tires
Mounting
Have
mounting
and
wheel
balancing
carried
out
by
a
dealerss
service
center
or
another
qualified
service
center
or
repair
shop.
Wheel
and
tire
combination
General
information You
can
ask
the
dealerss
service
center
or
anj
other
qualified
service
center
or
repair
shop
about
the
correct
wheel/tire
combination
and
wheel
rim
versions
for
the
vehicle.
Safety
information WARNING
Wheels
and
tires
which
are
not
suitable
for
your
vehicle
can
damage
parts
of
the
vehicle,
for
inj
stance
due
to
contact
with
the
body
due
to
tolj
erances
despite
the
same
official
size
rating.
There
is
a
risk
of
an
accident.
The
manufacj
turer
of
your
vehicle
strongly
suggests
that
you
use
wheels
and
tires
that
have
been
recomj
mended
by
the
vehicle
manufacturer
for
your
vehicle
type. WARNING
Incorrect
wheel/tire
combinations
will
have
a
negative
impact
on
the
vehicle's
handling
and
on
the
function
of
a
variety
of
systems,
such
as
the
Anti-lock
Brake
System
or
Dynamic
Stabilj
ity
Control.
There
is
a
risk
of
an
accident.
To
maintain
good
handling
and
vehicle
response,
use
only
tires
with
a
single
tread
configuration
from
a
single
manufacturer.
The
manufacturer
of
the
vehicle
recommends
that
you
use
wheels
and
tires
that
have
been
recommended
by
the
vehicle
manufacturer
for
your
vehicle
type.
Following
tire
damage,
have
the
original wheel/tire
combination
remounted
on
the
vehij
cle
as
soon
as
possible.
Recommended
tire
brands For
each
tire
size,
the
manufacturer
of
the
vehij
cle
recommends
certain
tire
brands.
The
tire
brands
can
be
identified
by
a
star
on
the
tire
sidewall.
New
tires Tire
traction
is
not
optimal
due
to
manufacturing
circumstances
when
tires
are
brand-new;
they
achieve
their
full
traction
potential
after
a
break-in
time.
Drive
conservatively
for
the
first
200
miles/300
km.
Retreaded
tires WARNING
Retreaded
tires
can
have
different
tire
casing
structures.
With
advanced
age
the
service
life
can
be
limited.
There
is
a
risk
of
an
accident.
The
manufacturer
of
your
vehicle
does
not
recj
ommend
the
use
of
retreaded
tires. The
manufacturer
of
your
vehicle
does
not
recj
ommend
the
use
of
retreaded
tires.
Winter
tires Winter
tires
are
recommended
for
operating
on
winter
roads.
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Although
so-called
all-season
M+S
tires
provide
better
winter
traction
than
summer
tires,
they
usually
do
not
provide
the
same
level
of
performj
ance
as
winter
tires.
Maximum
speed
of
winter
tires
If
the
maximum
speed
of
the
vehicle
is
higher
than
the
permissible
speed
for
the
winter
tires,
then
attach
a
label
showing
the
permissible
maxij
mum
speed
in
the
field
of
view.
The
label
is
availj
able
from
a
dealerss
service
center
or
another
qualified
service
center
or
repair
shop.
With
winter
tires
mounted,
observe
and
do
not
exceed
the
permissible
maximum
speed.
Rotating
wheels
between
axles The
manufacturer
of
your
vehicle
advises
against
switching
wheels
between
the
front
and
rear
axles.
This
can
impair
the
handling
characterisj
tics.
Rotating
the
tires
between
the
axes
is
not
perj
missible
on
vehicles
with
different
tire
sizes
or
rim
sizes
on
the
front
and
rear
axles.
Storing
tires
Air
pressure
Do
not
exceed
the
maximum
tire
inflation
presj
sure
indicated
on
the
side
wall
of
the
tire.
Storage
Store
wheels
and
tires
in
a
cool,
dry
and
dark
place.
Always
protect
tires
against
all
contact
with
oil,
grease,
and
solvents.
Do
not
leave
tires
in
plastic
bags.
Remove
dirt
from
wheels
or
tires. Repairing
a
flat
tire Safety
measures
'x Park
the
vehicle
as
far
away
as
possible
from
passing
traffic
and
on
solid
ground.
'x Switch
on
the
hazard
warning
system.
'x Secure
the
vehicle
against
rolling
away
by
setting
the
parking
brake.
'x Turn
the
steering
wheel
until
the
front
wheels
are
in
the
straight-ahead
position
and
engage
the
steering
wheel
lock.
'x Have
all
vehicle
occupants
get
out
of
the
vej
hicle
and
ensure
that
they
remain
outside
the
immediate
area
in
a
safe
place,
such
as
bej
hind
a
guardrail.
'x If
necessary,
set
up
a
warning
triangle
at
an
appropriate
distance.
Mobility
System Concept
With
the
Mobility
System,
minor
tire
damage
can
be
sealed
temporarily
to
enable
continued
travel.
To
accomplish
this,
sealant
is
pumped
into
the
tires,
which
seals
the
damage
from
the
inside.
General
information'x Follow
the
instructions
on
using
the
Mobility
System
found
on
the
compressor
and
sealant
container.
'x Use
of
the
Mobility
System
may
be
ineffecj
tive
if
the
tire
puncture
measures
approx.
1/8
inches/4
mm
or
more.
'x Contact
a
dealerss
service
center
or
another
qualified
service
center
or
repair
shop
if
the
tire
cannot
be
made
drivable.
'x If
possible,
do
not
remove
foreign
bodies
that
have
penetrated
the
tire.
Only
remove
foreign
objects
if
they
are
visibly
protruding
from
the
tire.
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'x
Pull
the
speed
limit
sticker
off
the
sealant
container
and
apply
it
to
the
steering
wheel.
'x The
use
of
a
sealant
can
damage
the
TPM
wheel
electronics.
In
this
case,
have
the
TPM
wheel
electronics
replaced
at
the
next
opporj
tunity.
'x The
compressor
can
be
used
to
check
the
tire
inflation
pressure.
Storage
The
Mobility
System
is
located
under
the
cargo
floor
panel.
Sealant
container 'x
Sealant
container,
arrow
1.
'x Filling
hose,
arrow
2.
Observe
use-by
date
on
the
sealant
container.
Compressor 1
Sealant
container
holder
2 Compressor
3 Connector/cable
for
socket
4 Connection
hose 5
On/off
switch
6 Tire
pressure
gage
7 Reduce
tire
inflation
pressure
button
Safety
measures 'x Park
the
vehicle
as
far
away
as
possible
from
passing
traffic
and
on
solid
ground.
'x Switch
on
the
hazard
warning
system.
'x Secure
the
vehicle
against
rolling
away
by
setting
the
parking
brake.
'x Turn
the
steering
wheel
until
the
front
wheels
are
in
the
straight-ahead
position
and
engage
the
steering
wheel
lock.
'x Have
all
vehicle
occupants
get
out
of
the
vej
hicle
and
ensure
that
they
remain
outside
the
immediate
area
in
a
safe
place,
such
as
bej
hind
a
guardrail.
'x If
necessary,
set
up
a
warning
triangle
at
an
appropriate
distance.
Filling
the
tire
with
sealant
Safety
information DANGER
If
the
exhaust
pipe
is
blocked
or
ventilation
is
inj
sufficient,
harmful
exhaust
gases
can
enter
into
the
vehicle.
The
exhaust
gases
contain
polluj
tants
which
are
colorless
and
odorless.
In
enj
closed
areas,
exhaust
gases
can
also
accumuj
late
outside
of
the
vehicle.
There
is
danger
to
life.
Keep
the
exhaust
pipe
free
and
ensure
sufj
ficient
ventilation. NOTICE
The
compressor
can
overheat
during
extended
operation.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
propj
erty.
Do
not
run
the
compressor
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than
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Filling
1.
Shake
the
sealant
container. 2.
Pull
the
connection
hose
fully
out
of
the
comj
pressor
housing.
Do
not
kink
the
hose. 3.
Screw
the
connection
hose
onto
the
connecj
tor
of
the
sealant
container. 4.
Insert
the
sealant
container
on
the
compresj
sor
housing
in
an
upright
position. 5.
Remove
the
valve
cap
from
the
tire
valve
and
screw
the
filling
hose
of
the
sealant
container
onto
the
tire
valve
of
the
nonworking
wheel. 6.
With
the
compressor
switched
off,
insert
the
plug
into
the
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7.
With
the
ignition
switched
on
or
the
engine
running,
switch
on
the
compressor. Let
the
compressor
run
for
max.
10
minutes
to
fill
the
tire
with
sealant
and
achieve
a
tire
inflation
pressure
of
approx.
2.5
bar.
While
the
tire
is
being
filled
with
sealant,
the
tire
inflation
pressure
may
sporadically
reach
approx.
5
bar.
Do
not
switch
off
the
compressor
at
this
point.
If
a
tire
inflation
pressure
of
2
bar
is
not
reached:
1.
Switch
off
the
compressor.
2. Pull
the
connector
out
of
the
power
socket
inside
the
vehicle.
3. Unscrew
the
filling
hose
from
the
tire
valve.
4. Drive
33
ft/10
m
forward
and
back
to
distribj
ute
the
sealant
in
the
tire.
5. Inflate
the
tire
again
using
the
compressor.
If
a
tire
inflation
pressure
of
2
bar
cannot
be
reached,
contact
your
dealerss
service
center
or
another
qualified
service
center
or
repair
shop.
Stowing
the
Mobility
System 1. Unscrew
the
filling
hose
of
the
sealant
conj
tainer
from
the
tire
valve.
2. Pull
the
compressor
connector
out
of
the
socket
inside
the
vehicle.
3. Unscrew
the
connection
hose
of
the
comj
pressor
from
the
sealant
container.
4. Connect
the
filling
hose
of
the
sealant
conj
tainer
previously
connected
to
the
tire
valve
with
the
available
connector
on
the
sealant
container. This
prevents
leftover
sealant
escaping
from
the
sealant
container.
5. Wrap
and
store
the
sealant
container
in
suitaj
ble
material
to
avoid
dirtying
the
cargo
area.
6. Stow
the
Mobility
System
back
in
the
cargo
area.
Distributing
the
sealant
Immediately
drive
approx.
5
miles/10
km
to
enj
sure
that
the
sealant
is
evenly
distributed
in
the
tire.
Do
not
exceed
the
permissible
maximum
speed
of
50
mph/80
km/h.
If
possible,
do
not
drive
at
speeds
less
than
12
mph/20
km/h.
Correcting
the
tire
inflation
pressure
1. Stop
at
a
suitable
location.
2. Screw
the
connection
hose
of
the
compresj
sor
directly
onto
the
tire
valve
stem.
3. Insert
the
connector
into
the
power
socket
inj
side
the
vehicle.
4. Correct
the
tire
inflation
pressure
to
2.5
bar.
'xIncrease
tire
inflation
pressure:
with
the
igj
nition
switched
on
or
the
engine
running,
switch
on
the
compressor.
'x Reduce
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
conj
tainer
of
the
Mobility
System
at
the
next
opportuj
nity.
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Snow
chains
Safety
information
WARNING
With
the
mounting
of
snow
chains
on
unsuitaj
ble
tires,
the
snow
chains
can
come
into
conj
tact
with
vehicle
parts.
There
is
a
risk
of
accij
dents
or
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Only
mount
snow
chains
on
tires
that
are
designated
by
their
manufacturer
as
suitable
for
the
use
of
snow
chains. WARNING
Insufficiently
tight
snow
chains
may
damage
tires
and
vehicle
components.
There
is
a
risk
of
accidents
or
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Make
sure
that
the
snow
chains
are
always
suffij
ciently
tight.
Re-tighten
as
needed
according
to
the
snow
chain
manufacturer's
instructions. Fine-link
snow
chains
The
manufacturer
of
your
vehicle
recommends
use
of
fine-link
snow
chains.
Certain
types
of
fine-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
anj
other
qualified
service
center
or
repair
shop.
Use
Use
only
in
pairs
on
the
rear
wheels,
equipped
with
the
tires
of
the
following
size: 'x 235/40
R
18.
Follow
the
snow
chain
manufacturer's
instrucj
tions.
Do
not
initialize
the
run-flat
tires
after
mounting
snow
chains,
as
doing
so
may
result
in
incorrect
readings. Do
not
reset
the
Tire
Pressure
Monitor
TPM
afj
ter
mounting
snow
chains,
as
doing
so
may
rej
sult
in
incorrect
readings.
When
driving
with
snow
chains,
if
needed,
briefly
activate
M
Dynamic
Mode.
Maximum
speed
with
snow
chains
Do
not
exceed
a
speed
of
30
mph/50
km/h
when
using
snow
chains.
C ha
nging
wheels/tires General
information
When
a
flat
tire
kit
is
used,
an
immediate
wheel
change
when
there
is
a
loss
of
tire
inflation
presj
sure
in
the
event
of
a
flat
tire
is
not
always
necesj
sary.
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
observed,
there
is
a
risk
of
the
raised
vehicle
falling,
if
the
vehicle
jack
tips
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. DANGER
Supports
such
as
wooden
blocks
under
the
vej
hicle
jack
reduce
the
capacity
of
the
vehicle
jack
to
bear
weight.
They
have
the
potential
to
exert
too
much
strain
on
the
vehicle
jack,
causj
ing
it
to
tip
over
and
the
vehicle
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fall.
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a
risk
of
injuries
or
danger
to
life.
Do
not
place
supports
under
the
vehicle
jack.
WARNING
The
jack,
issued
by
the
vehicle
manufacturer,
is
provided
in
order
to
perform
a
wheel
change
in
the
event
of
a
breakdown.
The
jack
is
not
dej
signed
for
frequent
use;
for
example,
changing
from
summer
to
winter
tires.
Using
the
jack
frej
quently
may
cause
it
to
become
jammed
or
damaged.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury
and
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Only
use
the
jack
to
attach
an
emergency
or
spare
wheel
in
the
event
of
a
breakdown. WARNING
On
soft,
uneven
or
slippery
ground,
for
example
snow,
ice,
tiles,
etc.,
the
vehicle
jack
can
slip
away.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury.
If
possible,
change
the
wheel
on
a
flat,
solid,
and
slip-rej
sistant
surface. WARNING
The
vehicle
jack
is
optimized
for
lifting
the
vehij
cle
and
for
the
jacking
points
on
the
vehicle
only.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury.
Do
not
lift
any
other
vehicle
or
cargo
using
the
vehicle
jack. WARNING
If
the
vehicle
jack
is
not
inserted
into
the
jacking
point
provided
for
this
purpose,
the
vehicle
may
be
damaged
or
the
vehicle
jack
may
slip
when
it
is
being
cranked
up.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury
or
risk
of
damage
to
property.
When
cranking
up
the
vehicle
jack,
ensure
that
it
is
inserted
in
the
jacking
point
next
to
the
wheel
housing. WARNING
A
vehicle
that
is
raised
on
a
vehicle
jack
may
fall
off
of
the
jack
if
lateral
forces
are
exerted
on
it.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury
and
risk
of
damage
to
property.
While
the
vehicle
is
raised,
do
not
exj
ert
lateral
forces
on
the
vehicle
or
pull
abruptly
on
the
vehicle.
Have
a
stuck
wheel
removed
by
a
dealerss
service
center
or
another
qualified
service
center
or
repair
shop. Securing
the
vehicle
against
rolling
General
information
The
vehicle
manufacturer
recommends
to
addij
tionally
secure
the
vehicle
against
rolling
away
when
changing
a
wheel.
On
a
level
surface Place
chocks
or
other
suitable
objects,
for
examj
ple
a
rock,
in
front
of
and
behind
the
wheel
that
is
diagonally
opposite
to
the
wheel
that
you
wish
to
change.
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On
a
slight
downhill
gradient
If
you
need
to
change
a
wheel
on
a
slight
downj
hill
grade,
place
chocks
and
other
suitable
obj
jects,
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
onboard
vehicle
tool
kit
or
in
a
storage
compartment
close
to
the
onboard
vehicle
tool
kit. 'x
Lug
bolt,
arrow
1.
'x Adapter,
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
torque
is
140
Nm.
3. Remove
the
adapter
and
stow
it
after
screwj
ing
on
the
lug
bolt.
Preparing
the
vehicle
'x Park
the
vehicle
on
solid
and
non-slip
ground
at
a
safe
distance
from
traffic.
'x Switch
on
the
hazard
warning
system.
'x Set
the
parking
brake.
'x Engage
a
gear
or
move
the
selector
lever
to
position
P.
'x As
soon
as
permitted
by
the
traffic
flow,
have
all
vehicle
occupants
get
out
of
the
vehicle
and
ensure
that
they
remain
outside
the
imj
mediate
area
in
a
safe
place,
such
as
behind
a
guardrail.
'x Depending
on
the
vehicle
equipment,
get
wheel
change
tools
and,
if
necessary,
the
emergency
wheel
from
the
vehicle.
'x If
necessary,
set
up
a
warning
triangle
or
portj
able
hazard
warning
light
at
an
appropriate
distance.
'x Secure
the
vehicle
additionally
against
rolling.
'x Loosen
the
lug
bolts
a
half
turn.
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