Get Mobility Guide for BMW Z4 2 Door Second Generation (2009-2016)

Mobility

To assist you in preserving your car's mobility,

this section contains important information on

operating fluids, wheels and tyres, maintenance

and minor repairs.

Mobility

Refuelling

Closing

Vehicle equipment

Fit the fuel filler cap and turn clockwise until it

is clearly heard to click into place.

This chapter describes all the standard equip‐

ment, national-market-specific equipment and

optional extras offered in the model series.

Consequently, you will find that it contains de‐

scriptions of items not available in a particular

vehicle on account of a combination of options,

for example, or the constraints applying to cer‐

tain national-market versions. This also applies

to safety-relevant functions and systems.

Do not crush the retaining strap

Do not jam the strap attached to the fuel

filler cap, as otherwise the fuel filler cap cannot

be closed properly and fuel vapours can es‐

cape.◀

Unlocking fuel filler flap manually

In the event of a malfunction, you can unlock

the fuel filler flap manually:

Country-specific regulations must be observed

when using the corresponding functions and

systems.

General

Refuel in good time

If range drops below 50 km, ap‐

prox. 30 miles you should refuel as soon as

possible, or engine operation may be impaired

and damage may occur.◀

Pull the knob with the fuel pump symbol in the

boot. Fuel filler flap is unlocked.

Fuel filler flap

Note when refuelling

Opening

Do not overfill the fuel tank

Do not overfill the fuel tank, as otherwise

escaping fuel can damage the environment

and the vehicle.◀

Handling fuels

Comply with the safety regulations dis‐

played at filling stations.◀

When refuelling, insert the filler nozzle fully into

the filler neck. Avoid lifting the filler nozzle dur‐

ing refuelling, otherwise

1. Briefly press rear edge of fuel filler flap.

2. Turn the fuel filler cap anticlockwise.

▷

The fuel supply is cut off prematurely.

3. Place the fuel filler cap in the bracket on

the fuel filler flap.

Fuel vapour and fumes will be fed back

less effectively.

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Refuelling

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The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle cuts

out for the first time.

Fuel tank capacity

Approx. 55 litres or 12.1 Imp. gal.

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Fuel quality

Petrol grade

Premium grade petrol with RON 95.

Vehicle equipment

This chapter describes all the standard equip‐

ment, national-market-specific equipment and

optional extras offered in the model series.

Consequently, you will find that it contains de‐

scriptions of items not available in a particular

vehicle on account of a combination of options,

for example, or the constraints applying to cer‐

tain national-market versions. This also applies

to safety-relevant functions and systems.

Minimum grade

Unleaded petrol with RON 91.

Minimum grade

Do not refuel with petrol below the speci‐

fied minimum quality, as otherwise engine op‐

eration is not ensured.◀

Country-specific regulations must be observed

when using the corresponding functions and

systems.

Petrol

For optimal fuel economy, the petrol should be

sulphur-free or as low in sulphur content as

possible.

Fuels which are labelled at the fuel pump as

containing metals may not be used.

Only fill up with lead-free petrol without

metallic additives

Do not fill up with leaded petrol or petrol with

metallic additives such as manganese or iron,

otherwise permanent damage can be caused

to the catalytic converter and other compo‐

nents.◀

You can fill up with fuels with a maximum pro‐

portion of ethanol of 10 %, i.e. E10.

Do not refuel with ethanol E85

Do not use E85, i.e. fuel that consists of

85 % ethanol, or flex fuel, as otherwise the en‐

gine and fuel supply system will be damaged.◀

The engine has anti-knock control. This means

that different grades of petrol can be used.

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Wheels and tyres

Mobility

Wheels and tyres

more than 2 km or when the vehicle has been

parked for at least two hours.

Vehicle equipment

This chapter describes all the standard equip‐

ment, national-market-specific equipment and

optional extras offered in the model series.

Consequently, you will find that it contains de‐

scriptions of items not available in a particular

vehicle on account of a combination of options,

for example, or the constraints applying to cer‐

tain national-market versions. This also applies

to safety-relevant functions and systems.

Filling devices may indicate a tyre pressure

that is too low by up to 0.1 bar.

If you are using the runflat indicator: Reinitial‐

ise the runflat indicator, see page 82, with a

new value after adjusting the tyre pressure.

If you are using the Tyre Pressure Monitor: Re‐

set the Tyre Pressure Monitor, see page 85,

with a new value after adjusting the tyre pres‐

sure.

Country-specific regulations must be observed

when using the corresponding functions and

systems.

Tyre pressure values

Tyre pressure

Information for your safety

The condition of the tyres and maintenance of

the correct tyre pressures not only influence

tyre life but are also decisive factors in road

safety and driving comfort.

The tyre pressures for the approved tyre sizes

are visible on the driver's door post when the

driver's door is open.

Checking pressures

Tyres are subject to a natural, even loss of

pressure.

If you do not see any tyre pressures listed for

your tyres' speed code letter, observe the tyre

pressures for the corresponding size, e.g.

225/45 R 17.

Checking tyre pressures regularly

Check the tyre pressures regularly and

adjust, as necessary, but at least twice a month

and before any long journey. Incorrect tyre

pressures can adversely affect the car's road

holding and cause tyre damage, which could

result in an accident.◀

Reinitialise the runflat indicator, see page 82,

after adjusting tyre inflation pressures.

For Australia/New Zealand

Inflation pressures are specified on the tyre la‐

bel affixed to the driver's door post.

Tyres heat up as you drive, and the tyre pres‐

sure rises with the tyre temperature. The tyre

pressures listed are based on cold tyres or

tyres at ambient temperature.

Warning

The inflation pressures on the tyre label

are applicable only for tyres explicitly men‐

tioned on the label. Since inflation pressures

for tyres that may be covered by the label – by

Only check the tyre pressure when the tyres

are cold. In other words, do it before driving

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Wheels and tyres

size, speed category and load rating/load index

– but not explicitly mentioned on the label may

be different, please obtain adequate inflation

pressures in accordance with the tyre manu‐

facturer’s specifications at your tyre dealer.◀

Tyre damage

Inspect tyres frequently for damage, the pres‐

ence of foreign bodies and wear.

Vehicle behaviour that is an indication of tyre

damage or other faults:

Tyre size

▷

Unusual vibrations while the vehicle is in

motion.

The tyre pressures are for BMW approved tyre

sizes and recommended tyre makes, details of

which are available on request from your Serv‐

ice centre.

▷

Unusual vehicle response, such as pro‐

nounced pulling to the left or right.

In the event of tyre damage

If there are indications of tyre damage,

reduce speed immediately and have the

wheels and tyres checked without delay, oth‐

erwise there is an increased risk of accident.

Tyre tread

Summer tyres

Do not permit the tyres to wear to a tread

depth of less than 3 mm, approx. 1/8 in.

Drive carefully to the nearest Service Centre or

specialist tyre dealer.

Have the car towed there if necessary.◀

Below a tread depth of 3 mm, 1/8 in there is a

high risk of aquaplaning.

Repairing tyre damage

For safety reasons, the manufacturer of

your vehicle advises against having damaged

run-flat tyres repaired; have them replaced in‐

stead. Otherwise subsequent damage cannot

be excluded.◀

Winter tyres

The tyre tread depth should not be less than

4 mm, 3/16 in.

Below a tread depth of 4 mm, 3/16 in, suitabil‐

ity for vehicle operation in winter is restricted.

Minimum tread depth

Runflat tyres

Label

Wear indicators are distributed across the tyre

circumference and have the legally prescribed

minimum height of 1.6 mm, 1/16 in.

RSC marking on the tyre sidewall.

They are identified on the tyre’s side wall by

TWI, Tread Wear Indicator.

These wheels consist of tyres that are self-

supporting within certain limitations, and spe‐

cial rims.

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The reinforced side wall means that the tyre

keeps the vehicle mobile to a degree even if

pressure has been lost.

Incorrect wheel and tyre combinations will in‐

terfere with the proper functioning of various

systems, such as ABS and DSC.

To maintain good vehicle handling, always fit

tyres of the same make and tread pattern to all

wheels.

Driving with damaged tyre, see page 84.

Changing run-flat tyres

After a tyre has been damaged, fit the original

wheel and tyre combination again.

For your own safety, use only run-flat tyres.

There is no spare wheel available in the event

of a puncture. Your Service centre will be

pleased to advise.

Approved wheels and tyres

The manufacturer of your vehicle recom‐

mends using only wheels and tyres that have

been approved for a specific vehicle type.

Age of tyres

Even if nominally the same dimension, tyres

could make contact with the body, for example

due to manufacturing tolerances and result in

serious accidents.

Recommendation

Irrespective of wear, change tyres after

six years at the latest.

The manufacturer of your vehicle is unable to

assess the suitability of tyres and wheels it has

not approved, and therefore cannot guarantee

their safety.◀

Date of manufacture

On the tyre side wall:

DOT … 0313: the tyre was made in the

03rd week of 2013.

Recommended makes of tyre

Replacement of wheels and

tyres

Fitting

Information on tyre mounting

Only have tyres fitted, including balanc‐

ing, by your Service Centre or by a specialist

tyre dealer.

Certain makes of tyre are recommended by the

manufacturer of your vehicle depending on

tyre size. These can be seen by the asterisk on

the side wall of the tyre.

If such work is performed inexpertly, it could

result in consequential damage and thus con‐

stitute a safety risk.◀

When properly used, these tyres meet the

highest standards in terms of safety and han‐

dling characteristics.

Wheel and tyre combination

Your Service centre can provide details of the

right wheel/tyre combination and rim designs

for your car.

Retreaded tyres

The manufacturer of your vehicle advises

against the use of retreaded tyres.

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Wheels and tyres

Retreaded tyres

Tyre storage

Due to their potentially different internal

construction and advanced age, their durability

may be limited and their road safety therefore

questionable.◀

Store wheels and tyres in a cool, dry and pref‐

erably dark place when not in use.

Protect tyres against contamination from oil,

grease and fuel.

Do not exceed the maximum tyre pressure in‐

dicated on the tyre's side wall.

Winter tyres

Winter tyres are recommended for operation

on winter roads or at temperatures below

+7 ℃/+45 ℉.

Snow chains

Although so-called all-season tyres with an M

+S marking have better winter characteristics

than summer tyres, they do not normally

match the performance of winter tyres.

Only certain fine-link snow chains have been

tested by BMW, classified as safe for use and

recommended. The Service centre is able to

provide the details of these makes.

Fit snow chains in pairs and only to the rear

wheels. When fitting, comply with the snow

chain manufacturer's instructions. When snow

chains are fitted, do not exceed

Top speed of winter tyres

If the car is capable of speeds higher than the

speed permitted for the winter tyres, a sticker

stating the maximum permitted speed for the

tyres fitted must be displayed in the driver's

field of view. Specialist tyre dealers and your

Service centre can supply the sticker.

50 km/h/30 mph.

Do not initialise the runflat indicator if snow

chains are fitted, as the instrument might issue

an incorrect reading.

Top speed for winter tyres

When driving with snow chains fitted, it can be

advisable to activate DTC for a short time, see

page 90.

Do not exceed the top speed for the win‐

ter tyres in use, otherwise tyre damage poten‐

tially leading to an accident could occur.◀

Runflat tyres

For your own safety, use only run-flat tyres.

There is no spare wheel available in the event

of a puncture. Your Service centre will be

pleased to advise.

Interchanging front and rear wheels

The manufacturer of your vehicle advises

against interchanging the front and rear

wheels.

This could impair vehicle handling.

In the case of tyres of different sizes, such

modifications are not permitted.

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Engine compartment

Mobility

Engine compartment

for example, or the constraints applying to cer‐

tain national-market versions. This also applies

to safety-relevant functions and systems.

Vehicle equipment

This chapter describes all the standard equip‐

ment, national-market-specific equipment and

optional extras offered in the model series.

Consequently, you will find that it contains de‐

scriptions of items not available in a particular

vehicle on account of a combination of options,

Country-specific regulations must be observed

when using the corresponding functions and

systems.

Important accessories in the engine compartment

1

2

Expansion tank for coolantꢀꢁ165

5

6

Filler neck for engine oilꢀꢁ163

Starting assistance connection, nega‐

tiveꢀꢁ175

Starting assistance connection, posi‐

tiveꢀꢁ175

3

4

Vehicle Identification Number

Filler neck for washer fluid for headlight

and windscreen wash systemꢀꢁ55

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Engine compartment

Closing bonnet

Bonnet

Open bonnet

Working in the engine compartment

Do not work on the car unless you pos‐

sess the necessary technical knowledge.

If you are unaware of regulations that must be

complied with, only have work performed on

your vehicle by your Service Centre.

If such work is performed inexpertly, it could

result in consequential damage and thus con‐

stitute a safety risk.◀

Close the bonnet firmly from a height of about

40 cm, 16 in. It must be clearly heard to en‐

gage.

In order to avoid damage, make sure that

the wiper arms are against the wind‐

Bonnet open while the vehicle is in mo‐

tion

screen before you open the bonnet. Only open

the bonnet when the engine has cooled down,

as otherwise injuries can occur.◀

Should it appear while the vehicle is in motion

that the bonnet has not been properly locked,

stop immediately and close properly.◀

1. Pull the lever.

Risk of trapping

To avoid injuries, ensure that the closing

area of the bonnet is unobstructed during clos‐

ing.◀

Oil level check

General

The engine oil consumption depends on the

driving style and conditions of use, for example

the engine oil consumption is significantly in‐

creased with a very sports-oriented driving

style.

2. Press lever to the right and open bonnet.

For this reason, check the engine oil level reg‐

ularly every time you refuel.

Principle

The vehicle car is equipped with an electronic

oil level monitor.

Risk of injury with the bonnet open

If the oil reaches the minimum level, a Check

Control message is displayed in the instrument

cluster.

With the bonnet open, protruding parts

represent a risk of injury.◀

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Requirements

▷

Engine running and at operating tempera‐

ture after driving at least 10 km, 6.2 miles.

▷

Vehicle stationary and on level surface.

Display in the instrument cluster

1. Repeatedly press button 1 on the turn indi‐

cator lever up or down until the appropriate

symbol appears on the display, accompa‐

nied by "OIL".

1

Oil level OK

2

Oil level is being checked. This can take

about 3 minutes if the car is at a standstill

on a level surface, or about 5 minutes while

the vehicle is in motion.

2. Press button 2 in the turn indicator lever.

The oil level is checked and the reading

displayed.

Possible displays

3

Oil level down to minimum: at the next op‐

portunity top up with max. 1 litre of engine

oil.

Too much engine oil

Have the car examined immediately, oth‐

erwise too much oil could result in engine

damage.◀

4

5

Oil level too high.

The oil level sensor is defective. Do not

add engine oil. It is possible to keep driv‐

ing. Note the recalculated distance remain‐

ing until the next oil service. Have the sys‐

tem checked as soon as possible.

Adding engine oil

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Engine compartment

The filler neck is either centred, as shown here,

or at the front corner in the engine cover, de‐

pending on the engine.

Some oil grades might not be available in some

countries.

Approved oil grades

Add a maximum of 1 litre of oil, but not before

the following warning lights up in the instru‐

ment cluster or the oil level monitor shows

"+1l".

Specification

BMW Longlife-01

BMW Longlife-01 FE

BMW Longlife-04

Please contact your Service centre for more in‐

formation on approved oil grades.

Alternative oil grades

If approved oil grades are not available, quanti‐

ties of oil up to 1 litre, 2 pints may be added in

accordance with the following specifications:

Adding oil in good time

Top up the oil within the next 200 km,

125 miles, as otherwise the engine might be

damaged.◀

Specification

ACEA A3/B4

Protecting children

Keep all oils, greases etc. out of the

reach of children, and read and comply with

any warning instructions on the containers, to

avoid any health risks.◀

Oil change

The vehicle manufacturer recommends that

you have the engine oil changed by your Serv‐

ice centre.

Oil types for refilling

Notes

No oil additives

Oil additives could lead to engine dam‐

age.◀

Engine oil viscosity grades

When selecting an engine oil, ensure that

it has one of the viscosity grades SAE 0W-40,

SAE 0W-30, SAE 5W-40 and SAE 5W-30, oth‐

erwise functional disruptions or engine dam‐

age could occur.◀

The engine oil quality is decisive for the life or

the engine.

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rect if it is between the arrow marks, see

container markings 2.

Coolant

General

Danger of scalding while the engine is

hot

Do not open up the cooling system while the

engine is hot, otherwise you may scald your‐

self on the escaping coolant steam.◀

Suitable additives

Use only suitable additives, otherwise

the engine could incur damage. The additives

are injurious to health.◀

4. If necessary, slowly top up to the correct

level; do not overfill.

5. Fit the cap and turn until it is clearly heard

to click into place.

Coolant is a mixture of water and an additive.

Not all commercially available additives are

suitable for your vehicle. Your Service centre

can provide details of which additives are suit‐

able.

6. Have the cause of coolant loss rectified as

soon as possible.

Disposal

Checking coolant level

1. Allow the engine to cool down.

When disposing of coolant additives,

comply with the relevant environmental

protection laws.

2. Turn the cap on the expansion tank slightly

anti-clockwise until it starts to open, then

allow the pressure to escape before open‐

ing it fully.

3. Level indicator 1 in the filler neck shows

the coolant level. The coolant level is cor‐

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Maintenance

Vehicle equipment

Condition Based Service,

CBS

Sensors and advanced algorithms monitor the

conditions in which your vehicle is used. Con‐

dition Based Service uses this information to

calculate the maintenance requirements.

This chapter describes all the standard equip‐

ment, national-market-specific equipment and

optional extras offered in the model series.

Consequently, you will find that it contains de‐

scriptions of items not available in a particular

vehicle on account of a combination of options,

for example, or the constraints applying to cer‐

tain national-market versions. This also applies

to safety-relevant functions and systems.

The system thus enables adaptation of the

scope of maintenance to the individual usage

profile.

The detailed Service requirement, see

page 69, can be shown on the instrument clus‐

ter.

Country-specific regulations must be observed

when using the corresponding functions and

systems.

Service data in the remote control

Information on maintenance requirements is

continually saved in the remote control. The

Service centre reads out this data and then

suggests a set of maintenance routines opti‐

mised on this basis.

BMW Maintenance System

This is why you should hand over the remote

control that was last used for driving to your

service advisor.

Periods out of use

Immobilisation periods with the battery discon‐

nected are not taken into account.

The maintenance system points out the nec‐

essary maintenance measures and so sup‐

ports you in maintaining the road and opera‐

tional safety of the vehicle.

Updating the time-dependent maintenance

scope such a brake fluid and any engine oil and

microfilter or activated carbon filter can be

done by a Service centre.

The work involved and the intervals at which it

is carried out may vary from country to country.

Replacement work, spare parts, operating ma‐

terials and wear material are calculated sepa‐

rately. Please contact your Service centre for

further information.

Service Booklet

Have maintenance and repair work performed

by your Service centre. Have the Service

Booklet stamped to confirm that maintenance

work has been carried out. The entries in it

serve as proof of regular maintenance.

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For Australia/New Zealand

Recycling

The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends

handing the vehicle in at a take-back point

nominated by the BMW Group. The regula‐

tions concerning the returning of end-of-life

vehicles may vary from country to country.

Your Service centre will be glad to provide in‐

formation.

Maintenance

Your vehicle needs only routine maintenance

in order to keep exhaust emissions to the level

specified.

Socket for on-board

diagnosis, OBD

Socket for on-board diagnosis

The socket for on-board diagnosis may

only be used by the Service centre or a work‐

shop that works as required by the vehicle

manufacture and with appropriately trained

staff or by other authorised persons. Other‐

wise, using it may result in vehicle malfunc‐

tions.◀

There is an OBD socket on the driver's side for

checking components that critically influence

the composition of the exhaust emissions.

Emissions

▷

The warning light flashes:

Engine malfunction that could

damage the catalytic converter.

Have the car checked as soon as

possible.

▷

The warning light is illuminated:

Exhaust emissions have deteriorated. Have

the car checked as soon as possible.

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Mobility

Replacing parts

Vehicle equipment

Wiper blades, replacing

This chapter describes all the standard equip‐

ment, national-market-specific equipment and

optional extras offered in the model series.

Consequently, you will find that it contains de‐

scriptions of items not available in a particular

vehicle on account of a combination of options,

for example, or the constraints applying to cer‐

tain national-market versions. This also applies

to safety-relevant functions and systems.

Country-specific regulations must be observed

when using the corresponding functions and

systems.

1. Fold up the wiper arm.

2. Swing the wiper blade upwards.

3. Press hook.

4. To remove wiper blade, pull downwards

from the holder and remove to the upper

left, see arrow.

On-board tool kit

Do not pull the wiper arms back off the

windscreen

In order to avoid damage, make sure that the

wiper arms are against the windscreen before

you open the bonnet.◀

Replacing bulbs

The on-board toolkit is located in the boot in a

pouch under the floor panel.

General

Lights and bulbs are an important aspect of

driving safety.

Your vehicle manufacturer recommends that

repairs that you are not familiar with or that are

not described here be performed at your Serv‐

ice centre.

A box containing spare bulbs is available from

your Service centre.

Risk of sustaining burns

Only change bulbs while they are cool to

the touch. Otherwise, burns could result.◀

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Replacing parts

Mobility

Working on the lighting system

Headlight alignment

Before performing any work on the light‐

ing system, switch off the lights in question,

otherwise there is a risk of short-circuits.

When you change bulbs and lights, it may alter

the headlight alignment. After changing bulbs

and lights, have the Service centre check and,

if necessary, adjust them.

Observe any instructions supplied by the bulb

manufacturer to avoid the risk of injury or dam‐

age when changing bulbs.◀

Xenon light

Overview

Do not touch the bulbs

Do not touch the glass of a new bulb with

your fingers, because even slight amounts of

dirt or grease will then be burned into the bulb

and reduce its working life.

Use a clean tissue, cloth or similar, or hold the

bulb by its base.◀

Light-emitting diodes LED

Controls, displays and other equipment items

inside your car have light-emitting diodes be‐

hind a cover as their light source.

1

2

Side lights / daytime driving lights

Low-beam headlights/high-beam head‐

lights/headlight flasher

These resemble conventional lasers and are

classified by law as class 1 light-emitting di‐

odes.

3

Turn indicator

These bulbs have a very long service life and

are highly unlikely to fail. Frequent switching

on and off shortens the service life.

Do not remove the covers

Do not remove the covers or expose the

eyes directly to the unfiltered light source for

several hours at a time, as this could cause irri‐

tation to the retina.◀

Do not perform any work on or replace

bulbs on the xenon lights

Work on the xenon light system, including

changing the bulb, must always be performed

by your Service Centre.

Headlight glass

During cool or humid weather, the exterior

lights can mist over. When the car is driven

with the lights on, the condensation disap‐

pears after a short time. There is no need to re‐

place the headlight glass.

Otherwise there is a risk of potentially fatal ac‐

cidents if work is performed inexpertly, be‐

cause of the high electrical voltages present.◀

Note the general information, see page 168.

If the condensation does not disappear when

the car is driven with the lights on and if more

moisture builds up, for example if droplets of

water form inside the light, have the unit

checked by a Service centre.

With xenon headlights, the following lights

have LED technology:

▷

Sidelights and parking lights.

Daytime driving lights.

In the event of a defect, contact your Service

centre.

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Replacing parts

Front turn indicators

Rear lights

24 watt bulb, PY24W SV

▷

Rear fog light, brake lights: H21W bulb,

21 watts

1. Turn the wheel outwards.

▷

Reversing light: W16W bulb, 16 watts

2. Turn both latches in the wheel well to the

left and remove cover.

1

2

3

4

5

Outer brake light/rear fog light

Tail light, LED

Inboard brake light

Reversing lights

Turn indicators, LED

Lights 2 and 5 are LED lights.

Follow the instructions regarding bulbs and

lights, see page 168.

In the event of a defect, contact your Service

centre.

3. Turn the bulb bracket to the left and re‐

move bulb.

Changing reversing lights and interior

brake lights

4. Turn bulb to the right, see arrow, and re‐

move.

Press lock inside the boot, see arrow, and re‐

move cover.

5. Screw onto bulb bracket by turning to the

left.

6. Insert bulb bracket and turn to the right.

7. Reattach the cover.

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Inboard brake light

Changing outer brake light/rear fog

lights

1. Remove cover in the boot.

Pull out bulb fitting and change bulb.

Secure bulb fitting and reinstall cover.

2. Pull out bulb bracket, see arrow, and ex‐

change bulb.

Reversing light

3. Secure bulb bracket.

4. Reattach the cover.

Pull out bulb fitting and change bulb.

Secure bulb fitting and reinstall cover.

Licence plate light, centre brake light,

rear light and turn indicators

These lights use LED technology.

In the event of a defect, contact your Service

centre.

Changing a wheel

Notes

Your vehicle is equipped with run-flat tyres,

see page 158, as standard.

This dispenses with the need to change a

wheel immediately in the event of a puncture.

When fitting new tyres, or replacing summer

with winter tyres or vice versa, use runflat tyres

for your own safety.

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Replacing parts

There is no spare wheel available in the event

of a puncture.

contains is sufficient for the full operating life

of the battery.

The tools for changing wheels are available as

optional accessories from your Service Centre.

If you have any queries regarding the battery,

your Service Centre will be pleased to advise

you.

Jack mounting points

Replacing the battery

Use approved vehicle batteries.

Only use vehicle batteries that are ap‐

proved by the manufacturer of your vehicle.

Otherwise the vehicle may be damaged and

availability of systems or functions may be limi‐

ted.◀

When the vehicle battery has been changed,

have the battery registered on the vehicle by

your Service Centre to ensure that all comfort

functions are fully available.

The jacking points are at the positions marked.

Thiefproof wheel studs

Recharging the battery

Note

Do not connect charger to the on-board

power socket

Do not attempt to connect a battery charger to

the on-board power sockets installed ex-

works, as otherwise the vehicle could be dam‐

aged.◀

1

2

Wheel stud for adapter

Adapter, in toolkit

Starting assistance connections

Recharge the battery only with the engine

stopped, via the starting assistance connec‐

tions, see page 175, in the engine compart‐

ment.

Removing

1. Push adapter 2 onto the wheel stud.

2. Unscrew wheel stud 1.

Battery charger

After reattaching the wheel stud, remove the

adapter again.

Using a battery charger helps ensure that the

battery is sufficiently charged even if the vehi‐

cle is used frequently for driving short distan‐

ces. Battery chargers developed specifically

for the vehicle and matched to the on-board

electronics are available through your Service

centre.

Vehicle battery

Maintenance

The battery does not require routine mainte‐

nance, in other words the quantity of acid it

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Power failure

Under the glove box

After a temporary power supply interruption,

some items of equipment must be reinitialised.

1. Unscrew screws 1 with screwdriver from

on-board toolkit.

Individual settings must be updated:

2. Remove cover 2, if necessary uncoil the

cable to the footwell light.

▷

Seat and mirror memory: re-save positions,

see page 40.

▷

Time: update, see page 69.

Date: update, see page 69.

Radio stations: save new, Professional

radio, see page 126.

Disposing of the old battery

Dispose of old batteries only at an au‐

thorised collecting point or hand them

in to your Service Centre.

3. Unfasten shiny latch 3.

Batteries filled with acid should be transported

and stored upright. Protect batteries against

falling over when in transit.

Fuses

Notes

Replacing fuses

4. Fold power distributor 4 downwards and

pull to the front.

Do not repair blown fuses or replace

them with fuses with different colours or am‐

pere ratings, otherwise overloaded electrical

wires could cause a fire in the vehicle.◀

To install the cover perform same sequence in

reverse order.

Plastic tweezers are on the power distributor.

See the rear of the cover for information on

fuse assignment.

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Even if a BMW emergency call is not possible,

it may be possible for an emergency call to be

made to a public emergency call number. This

is dependent among other things on the rele‐

vant mobile phone network and the national

regulations.

Vehicle equipment

This chapter describes all the standard equip‐

ment, national-market-specific equipment and

optional extras offered in the model series.

Consequently, you will find that it contains de‐

scriptions of items not available in a particular

vehicle on account of a combination of options,

for example, or the constraints applying to cer‐

tain national-market versions. This also applies

to safety-relevant functions and systems.

Emergency call not ensured

For technical reasons, it might not be

possible to make an emergency call in highly

adverse conditions.◀

Country-specific regulations must be observed

when using the corresponding functions and

systems.

Making an emergency call

1. Briefly press the cover flap to open it.

Hazard warning flashers

2. Press the SOS button until the LED in the

button is illuminated.

▷

LED illuminated: emergency call activated.

The button for the hazard warning lights is lo‐

cated on the centre console.

If a cancel prompt is displayed in the radio

display, the emergency call can be termi‐

nated.

If the situation permits, wait in the car until

voice contact has been established.

Intelligent emergency call

▷

LED flashes when the connection to the

emergency number has been established.

Requirements

▷

Radio ready state is switched on.

Emergency call system is operative.

In the case of a BMW emergency call, the

data required to decide on the rescue

measures to be taken is transferred to the

emergency call centre, for example the

current position of the vehicle if this can be

determined. If questions posed by the

emergency call centre remain unanswered,

The vehicle's integrated SIM card is activa‐

ted.

▷

There is a ConnectedDrive contract.

Press the SOS button only in an emergency.

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rescue measures are automatically initi‐

ated.

Certain items in the first-aid pouch have a limi‐

ted useful life.

▷

If the LED is flashing but the emergency

call centre cannot be heard over the

handsfree system, it is possible that the

handsfree system is malfunctioning. How‐

ever, the emergency call centre may still be

able to hear you speak.

Check the use-by dates of the contents regu‐

larly and replace any items that have expired.

Starting assistance

Notes

Automatically activating emergency

calls

In certain circumstances, an emergency call

may be placed automatically immediately after

a serious accident. An automatic emergency

call is not influenced by pressing the SOS but‐

ton.

If the vehicle battery is discharged, the engine

can be started using two jump leads from an‐

other vehicle's battery. Use only jump leads

with fully insulated terminal clamps.

Do not deviate from the procedure described

below, as otherwise personal injury could re‐

sult or both vehicles could be damaged.

Do not touch live parts

Do not touch any electrically live parts

when the engine is running, or a fatal accident

could occur.◀

Warning triangle

Preparations

1. Make sure that the other vehicle has a 12-

volt battery. Specifications are on the bat‐

tery.

2. Switch off the engine of the donor vehicle.

3. Switch off any electrical systems in both

vehicles.

The warning triangle is located in a bracket in

the boot lid. Press the tabs to take it out.

Avoid contact between the vehicle

bodies

The bodies of the two vehicles must not

make contact, otherwise there is the risk of

a short-circuit.◀

First-aid kit

Starting assistance connections

Order for connecting

Connect the jump leads in the correct or‐

der to avoid sparks that could cause injury.◀

The first-aid pouch is situated in the behind-

seat storage area.

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Starting the engine

Do not use the spray products sold as starting

aids.

1. Start the engine of the donor vehicle and

allow it to run for a few minutes at a slightly

increased idle speed.

For diesel-engined vehicles to be started:

allow the engine of the donor vehicle to run

for approximately 10 minutes.

The starting assistance connection in the en‐

gine compartment serves as the positive bat‐

tery terminal.

2. Start the engine of the vehicle to be started

as normal.

If an initial attempt to start the engine fails,

wait several minutes until the flat battery

has been recharged to a slightly greater

degree.

3. Allow both engines to run for a few mi‐

nutes.

4. Disconnect the jump leads in the opposite

order from that in which they were origi‐

nally attached.

The negative terminal is the body earth or a

special nut.

Check the battery if necessary and have it re‐

charged.

Connecting the jump leads

1. Pull up the cap of the BMW starting assis‐

tance connection to remove it.

Tow-starting and towing

Sports automatic transmission:

transporting your vehicle

2. Connect a terminal clamp on the positive/+

jump lead to the positive battery terminal

or the corresponding starting assistance

connection on the donor vehicle.

Note

Do not attempt to have your vehicle towed.

Consequently, contact your Service centre in

the event of a breakdown.

3. Connect the other terminal clamp to the

battery's positive terminal or to the corre‐

sponding starting assistance connection

on the vehicle to be started.

In the event of a breakdown

4. Connect a terminal clamp on the negative/–

jump lead to the negative battery terminal

or the corresponding engine or body earth

connection on the donor vehicle.

Have the vehicle transported on a load

platform, otherwise damage might result.◀

5. Connect the second terminal clamp to the

negative battery terminal or to a ground/

earth connection on the corresponding en‐

gine or body of the vehicle to be started.

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If the parking brake is locked, do not tow the

vehicle, otherwise the vehicle could be dam‐

aged.

Towing truck

Contact your Service Centre.◀

Observe the information on towing

Follow all instructions for towing, as oth‐

erwise damage or accidents could occur.◀

▷

Make sure that the ignition is switched on,

as otherwise low-beam headlights, rear

lights, turn indicators and windscreen wip‐

ers would not be available.

Do not raise the vehicle

Do not raise the car at the towing eye or

by body or suspension components, otherwise

it could be damaged.◀

▷

Do not tow the vehicle with the rear axle

raised, as otherwise the steering can turn.

When the engine is not running, there is no

power assistance and the brake servo is

out of action. The steering and brakes will

require extra effort to operate.

On use the tow fitting screwed in at the front

for manoeuvring.

7-speed sport-automatic transmission

▷

Greater steering wheel movements are

necessary.

Vehicles with 7–speed sports automatic trans‐

mission with twin clutch can be towed for short

distances if the following instructions are fol‐

lowed.

The towing vehicle must not be lighter

than the towed vehicle, otherwise it may be

unable to keep the towed vehicle reliably

under control.

Unlock the transmission lockout manually, see

page 61.

Protecting the car against rolling

Unlocking the transmission lockout man‐

ually

After towing, secure the parking brake

and secure the vehicle against rolling as appro‐

priate.

Unlock the transmission lockout manually,

even if there is no transmission malfunction.

Otherwise there is a danger that the transmis‐

sion lockout engages automatically during

towing.◀

Check the operability of the gear position P

with a Service Centre.◀

Manual gearbox

Comply with the specified towing speed

and distance

Before towing your vehicle

A towing speed of 50 km/h, approximately

30 mph and a towing distance of 50 km, ap‐

proximately 30 miles must not be exceeded,

otherwise it may damage the gearbox.◀

Gearshift lever in idle position.

On tow

If the parking brake is blocked

It is not possible to manually disengage

the parking brake.

It is not possible to manually disengage

the parking brake.

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If the parking brake is locked, do not tow the

vehicle, otherwise the vehicle could be dam‐

aged.

Towing other vehicles

General

Contact your Service Centre.◀

Light towing vehicle

The towing vehicle must not be lighter

than the towed vehicle, otherwise it may be

unable to keep the towed vehicle reliably under

control.◀

Observe the information on towing

Follow all instructions for towing, as oth‐

erwise damage or accidents could occur.◀

▷

Make sure that the ignition is switched on,

as otherwise low-beam headlights, rear

lights, turn indicators and windscreen wip‐

ers would not be available.

Attaching the tow bar/towing rope

Only attach the tow bar or towing rope to

the towing eye. Attaching the towing rope to

other parts of the car can result in damage.◀

▷

Do not tow the vehicle with the rear axle

raised, as otherwise the steering can turn.

▷

Switch on the hazard warning flashers, de‐

pending on local regulations.

When the engine is not running, there is no

power assistance and the brake servo is

out of action. The steering and brakes will

require extra effort to operate.

▷

If the car's electrical system has failed, the

car being towed must be made identifiable

to following vehicles, for instance by plac‐

ing a notice or the warning triangle in the

rear window.

▷

Greater steering wheel movements are

necessary.

The towing vehicle must not be lighter

than the towed vehicle, otherwise it may be

unable to keep the towed vehicle reliably

under control.

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:

Towing truck

▷

Towbar clearance may be restricted when

cornering.

▷

The towbar will generate lateral forces if it

is attached offset.

Towing rope

Ensure that the towing rope is taut when the

towing vehicle moves off.

For towing, use nylon ropes or straps, as these

will help to avoid sudden tensile loads.

Have your vehicle transported by a towing

truck with a hoisting frame, or hoisted onto a

loading platform.

Attaching the towing rope correctly

Only attach the towing rope to the tow‐

ing eye. Attaching the towing rope to other

parts of the car can result in damage.◀

Do not raise the vehicle

Do not raise the car at the towing eye or

by body or suspension components, otherwise

it could be damaged.◀

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Towing eye

Rear

Always have the screw-on tow fitting on board

the vehicle. It can be screwed into the front or

rear end of the BMW.

It is stored in the on-board toolkit under the

floor panel, see page 168, in the boot.

Towing eye, information on use

▷

Use only the towing eye supplied

with the car, and make sure that it is

screwed in fully and is tight.

Loosen the cover in the bumper:

▷

Only use the towing eye for towing on nor‐

mal roads (i.e. not off-road).

Press on the bottom centre of the recess in‐

side the cover.

Avoid lateral loads on the towing eye, for

example do not raise the car at the towing

eye.

Tow-starting

Otherwise the towing eye and the car could be

damaged.◀

Sport-automatic transmission

Do not attempt to tow-start or push-start your

vehicle.

Screw thread

Front

Due to the sports automatic transmission, it is

not possible to start the engine by towing.

Have the cause of the starting difficulties recti‐

fied.

Manual gearbox

If possible, do not tow-start the vehicle but

start the engine using starting assistance, see

page 175. Only tow-start when the engine is

cold if your vehicle has a catalytic converter.

1. Switch on hazard warning lights.

2. Switch on ignition, see page 47.

3. Engage 3rd gear.

Loosen the cover in the bumper:

Press on the bottom left of the recess inside

the cover.

4. Tow-start with the clutch depressed and

release the clutch slowly. Press the clutch

down fully again as soon as the engine has

started.

5. Stop in a suitable location, remove the tow

bar or towing rope and switch off the haz‐

ard warning lights.

6. Have the vehicle checked.

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General care

plies to systems such as Park Distance Con‐

trol, for example.◀

Vehicle equipment

This chapter describes all the standard equip‐

ment, national-market-specific equipment and

optional extras offered in the model series.

Consequently, you will find that it contains de‐

scriptions of items not available in a particular

vehicle on account of a combination of options,

for example, or the constraints applying to cer‐

tain national-market versions. This also applies

to safety-relevant functions and systems.

Regularly remove objects such as foliage from

under the windscreen with the bonnet open.

Especially in winter, wash the car more fre‐

quently.

Very high levels of dirt and road salt can cause

damage to the car.

Washing in an automatic car wash

Country-specific regulations must be observed

when using the corresponding functions and

systems.

Textile car washes or systems using soft

brushes are preferable to avoid damage to the

paintwork.

Notes

Bear the following in mind:

Washing the vehicle

▷

Make sure the wheels and tyres are not

damaged by the conveying mechanism.

Notes

Steam-jet cleaners or high-pressure

cleaners

▷

Fold in the exterior mirrors, as they could

otherwise sustain damage due to the car's

width.

If you use steam-jet cleaners or high-pressure

cleaners, make sure you maintain an adequate

distance and a maximum temperature of

60 ℃/140 ℉.

▷

Deactivate the rain sensor, see page 54, to

avoid unintentional operation of the wipers.

Remove the stub aerial.

High-pressure jets striking it from close up or

with excessively high pressure or temperature

could cause damage, or start off a process of

long-term damage.

Guide rails in car washes

Avoid car washes where the guide rails

are higher than 10 cm, 4 in as otherwise the

car body may be damaged.◀

Comply with the instructions for the high-pres‐

sure cleaner.◀

Before entering a car wash

The vehicle can roll if the following steps are

carried out.

Cleaning sensors/cameras with high-

pressure cleaners

Do not direct high-pressure cleaners at the

sensors or cameras on the outside of the vehi‐

cle for sustained periods and maintain a dis‐

tance of at least 30 cm, 12 in from seals of the

retractable hardtop, sensors and cameras

mounted on the outside of the vehicle: this ap‐

Manual gearbox

1. Engage idle position.

2. Release the parking brake, see page 52.

3. Stop the engine.

4. Leave remote control in the ignition lock.

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Sport-automatic transmission

pairing vision and reduce wiper noises and

wearing.

1. Insert the remote control, even if the vehi‐

cle has Comfort Access, into the ignition

lock.

Vehicle care

2. Release the parking brake, see page 52.

3. Driving into a car wash.

Care products

4. Engage transmission position N.

5. Stop the engine.

BMW recommends that you use BMW clean‐

ing and care products, as these have been tes‐

ted and approved.

6. Leave the remote control in the ignition

lock so that the car can roll.

Care and cleaning products

To start the engine:

Observe the notes on the pack.

When cleaning the interior, open the doors or

windows.

1. Press the brake.

2. Press the Start/Stop button.

Use only products that are intended for clean‐

ing the vehicle’s interior.

Transmission position P is automatically en‐

gaged:

Cleaning agents can contain hazardous sub‐

stances or constitute a health risk.◀

▷

Automatically after approximately 30 mi‐

nutes.

▷

As soon as the remote control is removed

from the ignition lock.

Vehicle paintwork

Regular care promotes driving safety and pre‐

serves your vehicle's value. Environmental in‐

fluences in areas with greater air pollution or

natural impurities such as tree resin or pollen

can affect the vehicle paintwork. Base the fre‐

quency and extent of vehicle care on such fac‐

tors.

Headlights

▷

Do not rub them when dry or use abrasive

or corrosive cleaning agents.

Soak impurities such as insects with sham‐

poo and wash off with water.

Remove ice with a de-icer spray; do not

use an ice scraper.

Remove aggressive substances such as spil‐

led fuel, oil, grease or bird droppings immedi‐

ately to prevent paint discolourations.

Retractable hardtop

On opening the wet hardtop, water can drip

into the boot. If necessary, remove objects

from the boot beforehand in order to avoid

spots of water or soiling.

Leather care

Remove dust from the leather at regular inter‐

vals with a cloth or vacuum cleaner.

Dust and road dirt will otherwise become

worked into pores and folds, causing consider‐

able abrasion and causing the leather surface

to become prematurely brittle.

After washing the vehicle

After washing the vehicle, drive it briefly and

apply the brakes to dry them out; this is neces‐

sary to prevent reduced braking action, and

also to avoid corrosion of the brake discs.

In order to protect against discolouration, for

example from clothing, clean the leather ap‐

proximately every two months.

Completely remove any residue from the win‐

dows to prevent streaks forming and thus im‐

Clean light-coloured leather more frequently

as it has the tendency to soil faster.

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Use leather cleaner, as dirt and grease with

otherwise attack the protective coating of the

leather.

wise be damaged and become a source of

noise.

Fine wood parts

Suitable cleaner can be obtained from a Serv‐

ice centre.

Clean fine wood trims and fine wood parts only

with a damp cloth. Then dry them with a soft

cloth.

Care of upholstery fabrics

Clean regularly with a vacuum cleaner.

Plastic parts

These include:

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.

▷

Imitation leather surfaces.

Roof lining.

Clean upholstery materials over a large area up

to the seams. Avoid strong rubbing.

Light covers.

Glass cover of instrument cluster.

Parts sprayed matt black.

Painted parts in the interior.

Damage from Velcro fasteners

Open Velcro fasteners on trousers or

other items of clothing can damage seat cov‐

ers. Make sure that any Velcro fasteners on

your clothing are closed.◀

Use a microfibre cloth to clean.

If necessary, moisten the cloth slightly with

water.

Do not soak the roof lining.

Care of special parts

Light alloy wheels

No cleaning agents containing alcohol/

solvent

When cleaning your car, only use neutral wheel

rim cleaners with a ph value of 5 to 9. Do not

use aggressive cleaning agents or steam jets

above 60 ℃/140 ℉. Read the manufacturer's

instructions.

Do not use any alcohol-based or solvent-

based cleaning agents such as nitro thinners,

cold cleansers, fuel or similar, as otherwise the

surfaces can be damaged.◀

Aggressive, acidic or alkaline cleaning agents

can destroy the protective layer of neighbour‐

ing parts such as the brake disc, for example.

Seat belts

Dirt on the seat belts can interfere with the ac‐

tion of the reel and represent a safety hazard.

Chrome surfaces

No dry cleaning or chemical products

Carefully clean parts such as the radiator grille

and door handles with plenty of water to which

a shampoo may be added, particularly if ex‐

posed to road salt.

Do not dry-clean or use chemical prod‐

ucts, otherwise the fabric may be weakened.◀

Clean only with a mild soap solution while still

fitted to the vehicle.

Never allow seat belts to retract unless they

are dry.

Rubber parts

Other than washing with water, treat only with

rubber care products.

Do not use any silicone-based care products

for treating rubber seals, as these could other‐

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Cleaning of displays

Carpets and foot mats

Do not use any chemical or domestic

cleaning agents.

No objects in the range of movement of

the pedals

Keep all liquids away from the set.

Foot mats, carpets or other objects must not

breach the range of movement of the pedals,

as otherwise they could influence the function

of the pedals when driving.

Surfaces or electrical components could other‐

wise be attacked or damaged.

Avoid applying excessive pressure when

cleaning and do not use abrasive materials,

otherwise damage could occur.◀

Do not place additional foot mats on top of ex‐

isting floor mats or other similar objects.

Only use foot mats that have been approved

for the vehicle and that can be fastened ac‐

cordingly.

Laying up out of use

Your Service centre will be pleased to advise

you on the measures that should be taken if

the vehicle is to be placed in storage for longer

than three months.

Ensure that foot mats are securely reattached

after having been removed, for example for

cleaning.◀

Floor mats can be removed from the vehicle to

enable the interior to be cleaned more thor‐

oughly.

Secure against slipping when refitting the car

mats.

In the event of heavy soiling, clean floor car‐

pets using a microfibre cloth and water or tex‐

tile cleaner. In doing so, rub back and forth in

the direction of travel, as otherwise the carpet

can become tangled.

Cleaning the interior

To clean the interior, do not simultane‐

ously push both seats to the front, bring to the

upper most position and fold rests forward.

Otherwise seats could collide with the wind‐

screen seals, sun visor or the roof lining and

damage these.◀

Sensors/cameras

Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with a pro‐

prietary class cleaner to clean sensors and

cameras, for example of the high beam assis‐

tance system or Park Distance Control PDC.

Displays/screens

Use an antistatic microfibre cloth to clean the

display.

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Indicator and warning lights

for example, or the constraints applying to cer‐

tain national-market versions. This also applies

to safety-relevant functions and systems.

Vehicle equipment

This chapter describes all the standard equip‐

ment, national-market-specific equipment and

optional extras offered in the model series.

Consequently, you will find that it contains de‐

scriptions of items not available in a particular

vehicle on account of a combination of options,

Country-specific regulations must be observed

when using the corresponding functions and

systems.

Overview

Indicator and warning lights can illuminate in a

variety of combinations and colours. See the

table for information about causes and how to

respond. Check whether a light shows on its

own or in combination with another. Some

lights can show in different colours. Corre‐

sponding distinctions are drawn in the text.

1

2

Cause

Response

Turn indicator

High-beam headlights/headlight flasher on.

Rear fog lights on.

Fasten seat belt.

Fasten seat belt, see page 38.

Release the parking brake.

Shows red:

Parking brake applied.

Shows yellow:

Parking brake malfunctioning.

Have the system checked with‐

out delay.

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1

2

Cause

Response

Parking brake malfunctioning.

Have the system checked with‐

out delay.

Emergency braking function not possible

with parking brake.

Parking brake malfunctioning.

Not working at standstill.

When parking, secure vehicle

against rolling. Have the system

checked without delay.

Parking brake failure.

When parking, secure vehicle

against rolling. Have the system

checked without delay.

Outside temperature warning

Lights up briefly:

Maintain appropriately moder‐

ated speed, see page 63.

Approximately 8 litres, 1.8 gal of fuel left in

the tank.

Remains on:

Range is no more than 50 km, 30 miles, see

page 64.

Engine cannot be started.

Depress brake or clutch before

starting the engine, see page 48.

Ignition on and driver's door open.

Switch off ignition, see page 47,

or close driver's door.

Set the transmission to N in preparation for Switch on the ignition if you want

putting the car through a car wash. After to keep the transmission in the N

approximately 30 minutes the transmission position.

automatically changes to the P position.

The status indicator light comes on jut be‐

fore this automatic shift takes place.

In some cases the status indicator light

shows to indicate that the function you se‐

lected cannot be performed at this time.

Sidelights still switched on.

Switch off sidelights, see

page 73.

Parking lights still switched on

Switch off parking lights, see

page 76.

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Indicator and warning lights

1

2

Cause

Response

Door open.

Bonnet open.

Shows red:

Failure of roof mechanism.

Roof movement not possible. If

retractable hardtop not latched,

contact the nearest Service cen‐

tre.

Roof movement disrupted.

Roof not latched.

Roof movement not entirely

completed. Please check if roof

movement is blocked, then push

or pull switch again.

Fully open or close. Only then

continue driving.

Shows yellow:

High temperature of roof drive.

Temporarily only closing func‐

tion available.

Boot partition not lowered to bottom posi‐

tion.

Press the boot partition down‐

wards until it locks into place on

both sides.

Roof operation only possible at standstill.

Vehicle is not on a level surface, roof move‐ Park vehicle on level ground.

ment not possible.

Boot lid open.

Windscreen wash fluid level too low.

Shows red:

Top up wash fluid as soon as

possible, see page 55.

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1

2

Cause

Response

Service due.

Arrange an appointment to have

the car serviced.

Check need for servicing, see

page 69.

Shows yellow:

Engine starts the next time the Start/Stop

button is pressed, if applicable without the

brake or clutch pedal being pressed.

Remote control disrupted or not recognised The engine cannot be started.

in car with Comfort Access.

Have the remote control

checked, if necessary.

Battery of remote control discharged.

Use the remote control for a

lengthy journey or, if the car has

Comfort Access, replace the

battery.

Belt tensions and/or airbag system failed.

Have the system checked with‐

out delay.

Shows red:

Engine malfunction

Stop the car and switch off the

engine. You cannot continue

your journey. Contact your Serv‐

ice centre.

Shows yellow:

Full engine power no longer available.

You can continue your journey,

but moderate your speed and

exercise due caution. Have the

engine checked as soon as pos‐

sible.

Warning light flashes:

Engine fault under high load. High engine

load damages the catalytic converter.

You can continue your journey,

but moderate your speed and

exercise due caution. Have the

car checked as soon as possible.

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Indicator and warning lights

1

2

Cause

Warning light flashes:

Engine fault with adverse effect on exhaust Have the car checked as soon as

Response

emissions.

possible.

Shows red:

Engine overheated.

Exercising due care, bring the

car to a stop, switch off the en‐

gine and allow it to cool down.

Do not open the bonnet, as there

would be a risk of injury by scald‐

ing. Contact your Service centre.

Shows yellow:

Engine too hot.

Continue driving at more moder‐

ate speed so that the engine can

cool down. Have the engine

checked without delay if the sit‐

uation reoccurs.

Shows red:

Battery is no longer being charged. Alterna‐ Switch off all unnecessary elec‐

tor fault.

trical consumers. Have power

supply checked immediately.

Shows yellow:

Battery severely discharged, aged or not

securely connected.

Have the battery checked as

soon as possible.

Parking brake applied.

Shows red:

Insufficient brake fluid.

Shows yellow:

Reduced braking effect, carefully

bring vehicle to a halt. Contact

your Service centre.

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Indicator and warning lights

Mobility

1

2

Cause

Response

DBC failure. No braking assistance for

emergency braking.

You can continue your journey,

but moderate your speed and

exercise due caution. Have the

system checked as soon as pos‐

sible.

Brake overheated.

Allow brake to cool down. You

can continue your journey, but

moderate your speed and exer‐

cise due caution.

High load on brakes.

You can continue your journey,

but moderate your speed and

exercise due caution.

Brake pads worn.

Shows red:

Have the condition of the brake

pads checked without delay.

Have the system in question

checked without delay.

Starter failure.

The engine cannot be restarted.

Depress brake when restarting

Ignition malfunctioning. Engine cannot be

restarted unless brake pedal is depressed. the engine.

Lighting system failed. Low-beam head‐

lights/rear lights and brake lights still opera‐

tional. Other lights failed.

Shows yellow:

Controller of brake lights failed.

Fuel supply disrupted.

Drive disrupted.

You can continue your journey,

but moderate your speed and

exercise due caution. Have the

system in question checked

without delay.

Flashing:

Dynamic Stability Control DSC or Dynamic

Traction Control DTC controls the acceler‐

ation and braking forces, see page 88.

Dynamic Traction Control DTC activated,

see page 89.

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Mobility

Indicator and warning lights

1

2

Cause

Response

Dynamic Stability Control DSC and Dy‐

namic Traction Control DTC deactivated,

see page 88.

Driving stability limited during

acceleration and cornering.

Driving style must be adjusted.

Suspension control system failed, see

page 88.

Driving stability limited during

acceleration and cornering.

You can continue your journey,

but moderate your speed and

exercise due caution. Have the

system checked as soon as pos‐

sible.

Suspension control system DSC and DTC

Driving stability limited during

including drive-off assistant and runflat indi‐ acceleration and cornering. You

cator failure.

can continue your journey, but

moderate your speed and exer‐

cise due caution. Have the sys‐

tem checked as soon as possi‐

ble.

The stability control systems including ABS It is possible to keep driving.

and the runflat indicator have failed, see Drive moderately, avoid abrupt

page 88. Reduced braking and driving sta‐ braking, if possible. Have the

bility.

system checked as soon as pos‐

sible.

Vehicle electronics failed.

You cannot continue your jour‐

ney. Contact your Service cen‐

tre.

With runflat indicator

Shows in yellow and red:

Deflated tyre.

Carefully bring the car to a stop.

See further information, see

page 82.

Runflat indicator not initialised.

Shows yellow:

Initialise runflat indicator, see

page 82.

Runflat indicator failed. Punctures will not

be displayed.

Have the system checked.

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Indicator and warning lights

Mobility

1

2

Cause

Response

With Tyre Pressure Monitor

Shows in yellow and red:

There is a flat tyre or substantial loss of tyre Carefully bring the car to a stop.

pressure at the tyre indicated.

See further information, see

page 84.

With Tyre Pressure Monitor

Shows yellow:

Tyre Pressure Monitor not initialised.

Check pressures and reset sys‐

tem, see page 85.

Small light flashes yellow and lights up af‐

terwards, large light shows yellow:

Tyre Pressure Monitor failure. Punctures

will not be displayed.

Have the system checked.

Fault due to systems or devices with the

same frequency. The system is automati‐

cally active again after the interference field

has been left.

With Tyre Pressure Monitor

Small light flashes yellow and lights up af‐

terwards, large light shows yellow:

Tyre Pressure Monitor failure. Punctures

will not be displayed.

Have the system checked. See

further information, see page 87.

Wheel without TPM electronics is fitted.

Shows yellow: transmission fault

Have the system checked with‐

out delay.

When parking the vehicle be

sure to apply the parking brake,

because transmission position P

might also be malfunctioning.

Fault in transmission position P.

Restarting the engine might

clear the fault.

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Mobility

Indicator and warning lights

1

2

Cause

Gear selection is restricted.

Response

Transmission position P is auto‐

matically engaged after the en‐

gine has been switched off. It

might not be possible to resume

your journey.

Transmission limp-home programme active You can continue your journey,

with restricted range of gears, possibly with but moderate your speed and

reduced acceleration.

exercise due caution. Have the

system checked without delay.

Gear can be engaged without brake pedal

being depressed.

Always depress the brake to en‐

gage a gear.

Shows red:

Transmission overheated.

Bring the car to a stop and en‐

gage transmission position P. Al‐

low the transmission to cool

down. You can drive off after the

transmission has cooled down,

but maintain a moderated style

of driving. Have the system

checked if the situation reoc‐

curs.

Shows yellow:

Manual transmission: clutch temperature

too high.

Allow clutch to cool down. Cool‐

ing down can be carried out at a

standstill or during your journey.

Avoid frequent starting up and

longer driving at less than walk‐

ing speed. Once this message

goes out, the clutch has cooled

down. The clutch has not been

damaged.

Automatic transmission too hot.

Avoid high engine loads. You can

continue your journey, but mod‐

erate your speed and exercise

due caution.

Transmission position P not engaged. Vehi‐

cle is not secured to prevent it rolling away.

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Indicator and warning lights

Mobility

1

2

Cause

Response

Selector lever malfunctioning.

You can continue your journey.

Repeat gear shift request if ap‐

plicable. Have the system

checked if the situation reoc‐

curs.

It is possible to engage the gear without ap‐ Always depress the brake pedal

plying the brakes.

when changing the transmission

position.

Shows red:

Electric steering wheel lock malfunctioning. The engine can no longer be

started. If applicable, do not

switch off the engine. Contact

your Service centre.

Shows yellow:

Electric steering wheel lock locked.

Move the steering wheel before

starting the engine.

Anti-trap function of power window regula‐ Have the system checked.

tors malfunctioning.

Cruise control deactivated:

Driving stability control systems are active.

Parking brake is applied.

Speed dropped below 30 km/h/20 mph.

Gear currently engaged is not suitable for

current driving speed.

Cruise control failed.

You can continue your journey.

Have the system checked.

Park Distance Control failed.

High beam assistance not active.

Have the system checked.

Clean sensor window on the

front of the interior mirror, see

page 183.

High beam assistance defective.

Have the system checked at the

nearest Service centre.

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Mobility

Indicator and warning lights

1

2

Cause

Response

Sensitivity of high beam assistance malad‐ Potential danger of dazzling on‐

justed.

coming traffic. Have the system

checked at the nearest Service

centre.

Bulb in exterior lighting system failed.

Low-beam headlight or fog light failed.

High-beam headlight failed.

Rear fog light failed.

Have the exterior lighting

checked as soon as possible.

Have low-beam headlight

checked as soon as possible.

Have the high-beam headlights

checked.

Have rear fog lights checked.

Headlight beam throw adjustment failed.

Adaptive Headlights failed.

Have the headlight beam throw

adjustment system checked.

Coolant level too low.

Top up the coolant without de‐

lay, see page 165.

Engine oil pressure too low.

Stop immediately and switch off

the engine. You cannot continue

your journey. Contact your Serv‐

ice centre.

Engine oil level too low.

Shows red:

Add engine oil without delay, see

page 163.

Servicing is overdue.

Arrange an appointment to have

the car serviced.

Check need for servicing, see

page 69.

Shows yellow:

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Indicator and warning lights

Mobility

1

2

Cause

Response

Service due.

Arrange an appointment to have

the car serviced.

Check need for servicing, see

page 69.

No service due.

Check need for servicing, see

page 69.

Time and date are no longer correct.

Set time and date, see page 69.

Power steering failed.

You can continue your journey,

but moderate your speed and

exercise due caution. Have the

system checked as soon as pos‐

sible.

Significant alteration in steering.

Shock-absorber control disrupted or failed. You can continue your journey,

but moderate your speed and

Driving comfort is restricted.

exercise due caution. Have the

system checked as soon as pos‐

sible.

Engine was switched off by Automatic

Start/Stop function.

Start engine: press clutch, see

page 50.

Auto Start Stop function deactivated.

Auto Start Stop function deacti‐

vated by button in centre con‐

sole, see page 51. Engine will

not be automatically switched off

or started. Switch off/start en‐

gine: press start/stop button.

Auto Start Stop function failed.

Engine will not be automatically

switched off or started. Switch

off or start engine with the start/

stop button. Have the system

checked as soon as possible.

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Mobility

Indicator and warning lights

1

2

Cause

Automatic start/stop function, precondi‐

Response

Status indicator light goes out as

tions for automatic engine stop are not sat‐ soon as all the preconditions are

isfied. again satisfied, see page 49.

The pedestrian protection system has trig‐ Do not open the engine com‐

gered or malfunctioned.

partment lid. You can continue

your journey, but moderate your

speed and exercise due caution.

Drive immediately to the nearest

Service centre to have the sys‐

tem checked and repaired.

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Indicator and warning lights

Mobility

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Mobility for Your BMW Z4 2 Door Second Generation (2009-2016)

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