2021 BMW M4 Owners Manual

Safety
notes
WARNING
If
the
gross
vehicle
weight
of
the
towing
vehicle
is
less
than
that
of
the
vehicle
being
towed,
the
towing
eye
may
be
torn
off
or
it
may
not
be possible
to
control
the
vehicle.
There
is
a
risk
of
accident.
Make
sure
that
the
gross
vehicle weight
of
the
towing
vehicle
is
greater
than
the
weight
of
the
vehicle
being
towed.
NOTE
If
the
tow
bar
or
the
towing
rope
is
not
attached
correctly,
other
vehicle
parts
can
be
damaged.
There
is
a
risk
of
material
damage.
Attach
the
tow
bar
or
towing
rope
to
the
towing
eye
corj
rectly.
Tow
bar
The
towing
eyes
of
both
vehicles
should
be
on
the
same
side.
If
it
is
impossible
to
avoid
attaching
the
tow
bar
at an
angle,
note
the
following:
'xClearance
may
be
limited
when
cornering.'xLateral
forces
will
be
generated
if
the
tow
bar
is
installed
at
an
angle.
Towing
rope
Note
the
following
if
using
a
towing
rope:
'xUse
nylon
ropes
or
straps
that
will
allow
the
vehicle
to
be
towed
smoothly.'xFasten
the
towing
rope
so
it
is
not
twisted.'xCheck
the
towing
eye
and
towing
rope
fasj
tening
regularly.'xDo
not
exceed
a
towing
speed
of
50
km/h,
30
mph.'xDo
not
exceed
a
towing
distance
of
5
km, 3
miles.'xEnsure
that
the
towing
rope
is
taut
when
the
towing
vehicle
drives
off.Towing
eye
General
Always
keep
the
screw-on
towing
eye
in
the
vej
hicle.
The
towing
eye
can
be
screwed
in
at
the
front
or
rear
of
the
vehicle.
The
towing
eye
is
located
in
the
toolkit.
'xOnly
use
the
towing
eye
supplied
with
the
vej hicle
and
make
sure
that
it
is
screwed
in
fully
and
is
tight.'xOnly
use
the
towing
eye
for
towing
on
paved
roads.'xAvoid
transverse
loads
on
the
towing
eye,
for
example
do
not
raise
the
vehicle
by
the
towj
ing
eye.'xCheck
the
towing
eye
fastening
regularly.
For
further
information:
On-board
tool
kit,
see
page
372.
Safety
note
NOTE
If
the
towing
eye
is
not
used
as
intended,
the
vehicle
or
towing
eye
may
be
damaged.
There
is
a
risk
of
material
damage.
Observe
the
notes
on
using
the
towing
eye.
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for
towing
eye
Press
the
marking
on
the
edge
of
the
cover
topush
it
out.
Tow-starting
Do
not
attempt
to
tow-start
the
vehicle.
If
necessary,
start
the
engine
using
the
starting
aid.
Have
the
cause
of
the
starting
problems
rectified by
a
Service
Partner
of
the
manufacturer
or
anjother
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialistworkshop.
For
further
information:
Starting
aid,
see
page
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careVehicle
equipment
This
chapter
describes
all
standard,
country-spejcific
and
optional
equipment
available
for
the
model
series.
It
may
therefore
describe
equipj
ment
and
functions
which
are
not
installed
in your
vehicle,
for
example
on
account
of
the
spejcial
equipment
selected
or
the
country
specificaj
tion.
This
also
applies
to
safety-relevant
funcj
tions
and
systems.
Please
comply
with
the
relevant
laws
and
regulations
when
using
the
corresponding
functions
and
systems.
Washing
the
vehicle
General
Regularly
remove
foreign
bodies,
for
example
leaves,
from
the
area
below
the
windscreen
with
the
bonnet
raised.
Wash
the
vehicle
frequently,
especially
in
winter. Heavy
soiling
and
road
salt
can
cause
damage
to
the
vehicle.
Steam-jet
cleaners
and
high-
pressure
cleaners
Safety
note
NOTE
When
cleaning
with
high-pressure
cleaners,
exj
cessive
pressure
or
excessive
temperatures can
damage
various
components.
There
is
arisk
of
material
damage.
Maintain
a
sufficientdistance
and
do
not
spray
for
an
extended
pejriod
of
time.
Comply
with
the
instructions
forthe
high-pressure
cleaner.
Distances
and
temperature'xMaximum
temperature:
60


Entering
a
car
wash
with
an
M
Steptronic
sport
transmission
Safety
note
NOTE
Selector
lever
position
P
is
automatically
enj
gaged
when
standby
state
is
switched
off.
There
is
a
risk
of
material
damage.
Do
not
switch
off
standby
state
in
car
washes.
General
The
vehicle
must
be
able
to
roll
freely
whilst
in the
car
wash.
Some
car
washes
require
you
to
get
out
of
the
vehicle.
It
is
not
possible
to
lock
the
vehicle
from
the
outside
in
selector
lever
position
N.
If
an
atj
tempt
is
made
to
lock
the
vehicle,
a
signal
sounds.
For
further
information:
Rolling
or
pushing
the
vehicle,
see
page
155.
Exiting
from
a
car
wash Make
sure
that
the
vehicle
key
is
in
the
vehicle.
Switch
on
drive-ready
state.
For
further
information:
Drive-ready
state,
see
page
48.
Headlights
Do
not
rub
wet
headlights
dry
and
do
not
use
abrasive
or
corrosive
cleaning
agents.
Soak
impurities
such
as
insect
residues
with shampoo
and
wash
off
with
water.
Remove
ice
with
a
de-icer
spray;
do
not
use
an
ice
scraper.
After
washing
the
vehicle
After
the
vehicle
has
been
washed,
briefly
apply
the
brakes
to
dry
them,
otherwise
braking
effecj
tiveness
may
be
temporarily
reduced.
The
heat
generated
by
braking
dries
the
brake
discs
and
brake
pads
and
protects
them
against
corrosion.
Completely
remove
residues
on
the
windscreens
to
avoid
affecting
visibility
due
to
smearing
and
to reduce
wiping
noise
and
wiper
blade
wear.
Vehicle
care
Care
products GeneralBMW
recommends
using
care
and
cleaning
products
from
BMW.
Suitable
care
products
are
available
from
a
Service
Partner
of
the
manufacj
turer
or
another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialist
workshop.
Safety
note
WARNING
Cleaning
agents
can
contain
hazardous
subj stances
or
constitute
a
health
risk.
There
is
arisk
of
injury.
When
cleaning
the
interior,
open
the
doors
or
windows.
Use
only
products
that
are
intended
for
cleaning
the
vehicle's
interior.
Observe
the
notes
on
the
packaging.
Vehicle
paintwork
GeneralRegular
care
promotes
driving
safety
and
prejserves
your
vehicle's
value.
Environmental
efj
fects
in
areas
with
high
air
pollution
or
natural
contaminants,
for
example
tree
resin
or
pollen,
may
affect
the
vehicle
paintwork.
Take
such
facj
tors
into
consideration
when
deciding
on
the
frej quency
and
scope
of
vehicle
care
measures.
Immediately
remove
aggressive
substances,
for
example
spilled
fuel,
oil,
grease
or
bird
droppings to
prevent
paintwork
damage
and
discolouration.
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paintwork
Only
use
cleaning
and
care
products
that
are
suitable
for
vehicles
with
matt
paintwork.
Leather
care
Remove
dust
from
the
leather
at
regular
intervals with
a
cloth
or
vacuum
cleaner.
Dust
and
road
dirt
will
otherwise
become
worked
into
pores
and
folds,
resulting
in
considerable
abrasion
and
causing
the
leather
surface
to
bej come
prematurely
brittle.
In
order
to
protect
against
discolouration,
for
exj ample
from
clothing,
clean
and
care
for
theleather
approximately
every
two
months.
Clean
light-coloured
leather
more
frequently
as
it has
the
tendency
to
soil
faster.
Use
leather
cleaner,
otherwise
dirt
and
grease
will
attack
the
protective
coating
of
the
leather.
Care
of
upholstery
fabrics
General Regularly
clean
the
upholstery
with
a
vacuumcleaner.
In
the
event
of
heavy
soiling,
for
example
stains
caused
by
drinks,
use
a
soft
sponge
or
a
lint-free microfibre
cloth
with
suitable
interior
cleaning
agents.
Clean
the
upholstery
up
to
the
seams
using
wide
wiping
actions.
Avoid
rubbing
vigorously.
Safety
note
NOTE
Open
Velcro
fasteners
on
articles
of
clothing can
damage
the
seat
covers.
There
is
a
risk
ofmaterial
damage.
Make
sure
that
any
Velcro
fasteners
on
your
clothing
are
closed.
Care
of
special
parts
Light
alloy
wheels
When
cleaning
the
wheels
while
they
are
instalj
led
on
the
vehicle,
only
use
neutral
rim
cleaner with
a
pH
value
between
5
and
9.
Do
not
useabrasive
cleaners
or
steam
cleaners
above60


Plastic
parts
NOTE
Cleaning
agents
containing
alcohol
or
solvents,
such
as
nitro
thinners,
cold
cleaners,
fuel
or
similar
can
damage
plastic
parts.
There
is
a
risk of
material
damage.
Clean
with
a
microfibre
cloth.
Lightly
moisten
the
cloth
with
water
if
necessary.
Clean
with
a
microfibre
cloth.
Lightly
moisten
the
cloth
with
water
if
necessary. Do
not
soak
the
headliner.
Seat
belts
WARNING
Chemical
cleaners
can
cause
irreparable
damj
age
to
the
fabric
of
the
seat
belts.
The
protecj
tive
function
of
the
seat
belts
will
be
lost.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury
or
even
death.
Only
use
a
mild
soap
and
water
solution
for
cleaning
the
seat
belts.
Dirt
on
the
belt
straps
can
interfere
with
the
acj
tion
of
the
reel
and
is
a
safety
hazard.
Only
clean
the
belt
straps
with
a
mild
soap
soluj
tion
while
still
fitted
to
the
vehicle.
Do
not
allow
seat
belts
to
retract
until
they
are dry.
Carpets
and
foot
mats
WARNING
Objects
in
the
driver's
footwell
can
restrict
the pedal
travel
or
block
a
pedal
that
has
been
pressed.
There
is
a
risk
of
accident.
Ensure
that
items
in
the
vehicle
are
stowed
securely
and cannot
get
into
the
driver's
footwell.
Only
usefloor
mats
that
are
suitable
for
the
vehicle
andcan
be
securely
fastened
to
the
floor.
Do
notuse
loose
floor
mats,
and
do
not
place
several
floor
mats
on
top
of
one
another.
Make
surethat
there
is
sufficient
space
for
the
pedals.
Enj
sure
that
floor
mats
are
securely
reattached
afj ter
removal,
for
example
for
cleaning.
Floor
mats
can
be
removed
from
the
vehicle
to enable
the
interior
to
be
cleaned
more
thorj
oughly.
In
the
event
of
heavy
soiling,
clean
floor
carpets using
a
microfibre
cloth
and
water
or
textile
cleaner.
Rub
back
and
forth
in
the
direction
of
travel
to
prevent
matting.
Sensors
and
camera
lenses
Clean
sensors
or
camera
lenses
using
a
cloth
moistened
with
a
small
amount
of
glass
cleaner.
Displays,
screens
and
protective
glass
of
the
Head-Up
Display
NOTE
Chemical
cleaners,
moisture
or
fluids
of
all
kinds
can
damage
the
surface
of
displays
and screens.
There
is
a
risk
of
material
damage.
Clean
with
a
clean,
anti-static
microfibre
cloth.
NOTE
Incorrect
cleaning
can
damage
the
surfaces
of displays.
There
is
a
risk
of
material
damage.
Avoid
applying
excessive
pressure
and
do
not
use
abrasive
materials.
Clean
with
a
clean,
anti-static
microfibre
cloth.
Clean
the
protective
glass
of
the
Head-Up
Disj
play
with
a
microfibre
cloth
and
commercially
available
dishwashing
liquid.
Laying
up
the
vehicle
Special
measures
need
to
be
taken
if
putting
the
vehicle
out
of
use
for
longer
than
three
months.
Additional
information
is
available
from
a
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Technical
dataVehicle
equipment
This
chapter
describes
all
standard,
country-spejcific
and
optional
equipment
available
for
the
model
series.
It
may
therefore
describe
equipj
ment
and
functions
which
are
not
installed
in
your
vehicle,
for
example
on
account
of
the
spej cial
equipment
selected
or
the
country
specificaj
tion.
This
also
applies
to
safety-relevant
funcj
tions
and
systems.
Please
comply
with
the
relevant
laws
and
regulations
when
using
the
corresponding
functions
and
systems.
General
The
technical
data
and
specifications
in
the
Owner's
Handbook
are
reference
figures.
Data
relating
to
a
specific
vehicle
can
deviate
from
this,
for
example,
due
to
selected
optional
equipj
ment,
national-market
versions
or
country-spej
cific
measurement
methods.
Detailed
values
can
be
found
in
the
permit
documents,
on
informajtion
plates
on
the
vehicle
or
can
be
requested from
a
Service
Partner
of
the
manufacturer
or
anj
other
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialist
workshop.
The
information
in
the
vehicle
documents
always takes
precedence
over
the
information
in
the
Owner's
Handbook.
Dimensions
Dimensions
can
vary
depending
on
the
model version,
equipment
or
country-specific
measurejment
method.
The
heights
specified
do
not
take
into
account
add-on
parts
such
as
a
roof
aerial,
roof
railing
orspoiler.
The
heights
can
deviate,
for
example, due
to
selected
optional
equipment,
tyres,
loads
and
suspension
design.
BMW
M4
SaloonWidth
with
mirrorsmm
(in)2081
(81.9)Width
without
mirrorsmm
(in)1887
(74.3)Heightmm
(in)1393
(54.8)Lengthmm
(in)4794
(188.7)Wheelbasemm
(in)2857
(112.5)Smallest
turning
circle
dia.m
(ft)12.2
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