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Replacing components Mobility
bumper area. In addition to the two outer
3. Proceed in the reverse order to insert the
fasteners, there is another inner fastener.
new bulb and attach the bulb holder to the
tail lamp. Make sure that the bulb holder
engages in all fasteners.
Installing the tail lamp
1. Connect the plug to the bulb holder.
2. Insert the tail lamp straight in and press it
in, arrow 1, until the rubber mount latches
in the inner fastener. Make sure when in-
serting the tail lamp that the rubber lip, ar-
row 2, on the top side of the tail lamp does
4. Grasp the handle with one hand, arrow 1,
not fold over. Screw on the two nuts, ar-
and brace with the free hand on the out-
row 3, and close covers.
side, arrow 2. Carefully pry out the tail
lamp, arrow 3, until the rubber mount re-
leases from the inner fastener.
Central brake lamp and license plate
lamp
5. Remove the plug from the bulb holder.
Follow the general instructions on lamps and
bulbs, refer to page 183.
Replacing the bulbs
These lamps are made using LED technology.
1. Loosen the six fasteners on the tail lamp
Contact your service center in the event of a
and remove the tail lamp from the lamp
malfunction.
holder.
Changing wheels
Hints
The vehicle equipment does not include a
spare tire.
When using run-flat tires or tire sealants, a tire
does not need to be changed immediately in
the event of pressure loss due to a flat tire.
2. Press the defective bulb gently into the
socket, turn counterclockwise and remove.
The tools for changing wheels are available as
accessories from your service center.
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Jacking points for the vehicle jack
Charging the battery
Note
Do not plug chargers into the socket
Do not connect battery chargers to the
factory-installed sockets in the vehicle as this
may damage the battery.◀
General information
Make sure that the battery is always suffi-
The jacking points for the vehicle jack are lo-
ciently charged to guarantee that the battery
cated at the positions shown.
remains usable for its full service life.
The battery may need to be charged in the fol-
lowing cases:
Vehicle battery
▷ When making frequent short-distance
drives.
Maintenance
▷ If the vehicle is not used for prolonged pe-
The battery is maintenance-free. The added
riods, longer than a month.
amount of acid is sufficient for the service life
of the battery.
Starting aid terminals
Your service center will be glad to advise you
In the vehicle, only charge the battery via the
on questions regarding the battery.
starting aid terminals, refer to page 195, in the
engine compartment with the engine off.
Battery replacement
Use approved vehicle batteries only
Power failure
Only use vehicle batteries that have been
After a temporary power loss, some equipment
approved for your vehicle by the manufacturer;
needs to be reinitialized.
otherwise, the vehicle could be damaged and
Individual settings need to be reprogrammed:
systems or functions may not be fully availa-
▷ Seat and mirror memory: store the posi-
ble.◀
tions again.
After a battery replacement, have the battery
▷ Time: update.
registered on the vehicle by your service cen-
▷ Date: update.
ter to ensure that all comfort functions are fully
▷ Navigation system: wait for the operability
available and that any Check Control mes-
of the navigation.
sages of these comfort functions are no longer
displayed.
Disposing of old batteries
Have old batteries disposed of by your
service center or bring them to a recy-
cling center.
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Maintain the battery in an upright position for
3. Remove the cover from one side, arrow 3.
transport and storage. Secure the battery so
4. Press the four fasteners and remove the
that it does not tip over during transport.
cover.
Fuses
Hints
Replacing fuses
Never attempt to repair a blown fuse and
do not replace a defective fuse with a substi-
tute of another color or amperage rating; this
could lead to a circuit overload, ultimately re-
Attaching the covers
sulting in a fire in the vehicle.◀
1. When attaching the cover, make sure that
Plastic tweezers and information on the fuse
all four fasteners are engaged.
types and locations are stored in the fuse box
2. Attach the cover under the rubber lip and
in the cargo area.
then thread it between the bars.
In the engine compartment
1. Use the onboard vehicle tool kit to loosen
the three cover screws, arrow 1.
3. Press down on the holder and tighten the
three screws.
In the cargo area
2. Squeeze and raise the holder, arrow 2.
Raise the cargo floor panel.
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Information on the fuse types and locations is
found on a separate sheet.
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Breakdown assistance Mobility
Breakdown assistance
Vehicle equipment
Hints
Emergency Request not guaranteed
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
For technical reasons, the Emergency
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip-
Request cannot be guaranteed under unfavor-
ment is also described that is not available in a
able conditions.◀
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
equipment or country variant. This also applies
Initiating an Emergency Request
for safety-related functions and systems.
Hazard warning flashers
1.
Press the cover briefly to open it.
2.
Press the SOS button until the LED in the
button lights up.
▷
The LED lights up: an Emergency Request
The button is located in the center console.
was initiated.
If the situation allows, wait in your vehicle
until the voice connection has been estab-
Intelligent Emergency
lished.
Request
▷
The LED flashes when a connection to the
BMW Response Center has been estab-
Requirements
lished.
▷ The radio ready state is switched on.
When the emergency request is received
▷ The Assist system is functional.
at the BMW Response Center, the BMW
▷ The SIM card integrated in the vehicle has
Response Center contacts you and takes
been activated.
further steps to help you.
Even if you are unable to respond, the
General information
BMW Response Center can take further
Only press the SOS button in an emergency.
steps to help you under certain circum-
stances.
For this purpose, data that are used to de-
termine the necessary rescue measures,
such as the current position of the vehicle
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if it can be established, are transmitted to
Storage
the BMW Response Center.
▷ If the LED is flashing, but the BMW Re-
sponse Center can no longer be heard via
the speaker, you can nevertheless still be
heard for the BMW Response Center.
Initiating an Emergency Request
automatically
Under certain conditions, an Emergency Re-
quest is automatically initiated immediately af-
The first aid kit is located in the cargo area in
ter a severe accident. Automatic Collision Noti-
the storage compartment.
fication is not affected by pressing the SOS
button.
Roadside Assistance
Warning triangle
Service availability
Roadside Assistance can be reached around
the clock in many countries. You can obtain as-
sistance there in the event of a vehicle break-
down.
Roadside Assistance
The Roadside Assistance phone number can
be viewed on the iDrive or a connection to
Roadside Assistance can be established di-
The warning triangle is located on the inside of
rectly.
the trunk lid.
For additional information, see user's manual
To remove, loosen the bracket.
for Navigation, Entertainment and Communi-
cation.
First aid kit
Jump-starting
Note
Some of the articles have a limited service life.
Notes
If the battery is discharged, an engine can be
Check the expiration dates of the contents
started using the battery of another vehicle
regularly and replace any expired items
and two jumper cables. Only use jumper ca-
promptly.
bles with fully insulated clamp handles.
To prevent personal injury or damage to both
vehicles, adhere strictly to the following proce-
dure.
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Do not touch live parts
To avoid the risk of potentially fatal in-
jury, always avoid all contact with electrical
components while the engine is running.◀
Preparation
1. Check whether the battery of the other ve-
hicle has a voltage of 12 volts. This infor-
mation can be found on the battery.
The body ground or a special nut acts as the
2. Switch off the engine of the assisting vehi-
battery negative terminal.
cle.
3. Switch off any electronic systems/power
Connecting the cables
consumers in both vehicles.
1.
Open the cover of the BMW starting aid
Bodywork contact between vehicles
terminal.
Make sure that there is no contact be-
2.
Attach one terminal clamp of the positive
tween the bodywork of the two vehicles; other-
jumper cable to the positive terminal of the
wise, there is the danger of short circuits.◀
battery, or to the corresponding starting
aid terminal of the vehicle providing assis-
Starting aid terminals
tance.
3.
Attach the terminal clamp on the other end
Connecting order
of the cable to the positive terminal of the
Connect the jumper cables in the correct
battery, or to the corresponding starting
order; otherwise, there is the danger of injury
aid terminal of the vehicle to be started.
from sparking.◀
4.
Attach one terminal clamp of the negative
jumper cable to the negative terminal of
the battery, or to the corresponding engine
or body ground of assisting vehicle.
5.
Attach the second terminal clamp to the
negative terminal of the battery, or to the
corresponding engine or body ground of
the vehicle to be started.
Starting the engine
The so-called starting aid terminal in the en-
Never use spray fluids to start the engine.
gine compartment acts as the battery's posi-
1. Start the engine of the assisting vehicle
tive terminal.
and let it run for several minutes at an in-
Open the cover of the starting aid terminal.
creased idle speed.
2. Start the engine of the vehicle being
started in the usual way.
If the first starting attempt is not success-
ful, wait a few minutes before making an-
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other attempt in order to allow the dis-
Tow truck
charged battery to recharge.
3. Let both engines run for several minutes.
4. Disconnect the jumper cables in the re-
verse order.
Check the battery and recharge if necessary.
Tow-starting and towing
Note
Do not lift the vehicle
Tow-starting and towing
Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or
body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage
When tow-starting and towing the vehi-
may result.◀
cle, switch off the Intelligent Safety systems;
otherwise, improper behavior of the braking
Use the tow fitting screwed in at the front for
function of individual systems could result in
maneuvering the vehicle only.
an accident.◀
Switch off Intelligent Safety systems, refer to
Manual transmission
page 103.
Gearshift lever in neutral position.
Automatic transmission: transporting
Towing
your vehicle
Follow the towing instructions
Note
Follow all towing instructions; otherwise,
Your vehicle is not permitted to be towed.
vehicle damage or accidents may occur.◀
Therefore, contact a service center in the
▷ Make sure that the ignition is switched on;
event of a breakdown.
otherwise, the low beams, tail lamps, turn
Do not have the vehicle towed
signals, and windshield wipers may be un-
available.
Have your vehicle transported on a load-
ing platform only; otherwise, damage may oc-
▷ Do not tow the vehicle with the rear axle
cur.◀
tilted, as the front wheels could turn.
▷ When the engine is stopped, there is no
power assist. Consequently, more force
needs to be applied when braking and
steering.
▷ Larger steering wheel movements are re-
quired.
▷ The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than the vehicle being towed; otherwise,
it will not be possible to control the vehicle
response.
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Tow truck
Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting
the tow bar at an offset angle, please observe
the following:
▷ Maneuvering capability is limited during
cornering.
▷ The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it
is secured with an offset.
Tow rope
When starting to tow the vehicle, make sure
Have your vehicle transported with a tow truck
that the tow rope is taut.
with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed.
To avoid jerking and the associated stresses
Do not lift the vehicle
on the vehicle components when towing, al-
ways use nylon ropes or nylon straps.
Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or
body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage
Attaching the tow rope correctly
may result.◀
Only secure the tow rope on the tow fit-
ting; otherwise, damage can occur when it is
secured on other parts of the vehicle.◀
Towing other vehicles
General information
Tow fitting
Light towing vehicle
The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than the vehicle being towed; otherwise, it will
not be possible to control the vehicle re-
sponse.◀
Attaching the tow bar/tow rope correctly
Attach the tow bar or tow rope to the tow
fitting; connecting it to other vehicle parts may
cause damage.◀
The screw-in tow fitting should always be car-
ried in the vehicle. It can be screwed in at the
▷ Switch on the hazard warning system, de-
front or rear of the BMW. It is stored in the on-
pending on local regulations.
board vehicle tool kit in the cargo area under
▷ If the electrical system has failed, clearly
the cargo floor panel.
identify the vehicle being towed by placing
a sign or a warning triangle in the rear win-
Tow fitting, information on use
dow.
▷ Use only the tow fitting provided with
the vehicle and screw it all the way in.
Tow bar
▷ Use the tow fitting for towing on paved
The tow fittings used should be on the same
roads only.
side on both vehicles.
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▷ Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, e.g.,
5. Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow
do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting.
bar or rope, and switch off the hazard
warning system.
Otherwise, damage to the tow fitting and the
vehicle can occur.◀
6. Have the vehicle checked.
Screw thread
Press on the mark on the edge of the cover to
push it out.
Tow-starting
Automatic transmission
Do not tow-start the vehicle.
Due to the automatic transmission, the engine
cannot be started by tow-starting.
Have the cause of the starting difficulties rem-
edied.
Manual transmission
If possible, do not tow-start the vehicle but
start the engine by jump-starting, refer to
page 194. If the vehicle is equipped with a cat-
alytic converter, only tow-start while the en-
gine is cold.
1. Switch on the hazard warning system and
comply with local regulations.
2. Ignition, refer to page 63, on.
3. Engage third gear.
4. Have the vehicle tow-started with the
clutch pedal pressed and slowly release
the pedal. After the engine starts, immedi-
ately press on the clutch pedal again.
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Care Mobility
Care
Intense soiling and road salt can damage
Vehicle equipment
the vehicle.
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
Automatic car washes
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip-
ment is also described that is not available in a
Hints
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
▷ Give preference to cloth car washes or
equipment or country variant. This also applies
those that use soft brushes in order to
for safety-related functions and systems.
avoid paint damage.
▷ Make sure that the wheels and tires are not
damaged by the transport mechanisms.
Car washes
▷ Fold in the exterior mirrors; otherwise, they
Hints
may be damaged, depending on the width
of the vehicle.
Steam jets or high-pressure washers
▷ Deactivate the rain sensor, refer to
When using steam jets or high-pressure
page 69, to avoid unintentional wiper acti-
washers, hold them a sufficient distance away
vation.
and use a maximum temperature of
▷ In some cases, an unintentional alarm can
140 ℉/60 ℃.
be triggered by the interior motion sensor
If the vehicle has a glass sunroof, ensure that a
of the alarm system. Follow the instruc-
distance of at least 31.5 inches/80 cm is main-
tions on avoiding an unintentional alarm,
tained. Holding them too close or using exces-
refer to page 44.
sively high pressures or temperatures can
cause damage or preliminary damage that may
Guide rails in car washes
then lead to long-term damage.
Avoid car washes with guide rails higher
Follow the user's manual for the high-pressure
than 4 in/10 cm; otherwise, the vehicle body
washer.◀
could be damaged.◀
Cleaning sensors/cameras with high-
Before driving into a car wash
pressure washers
In order to ensure that the vehicle can roll in a
When using high-pressure washers, do not
car wash, take the following steps:
spray the exterior sensors and cameras, e.g.,
Manual transmission:
Park Distance Control, for extended periods of
time and only from a distance of at least
1. Drive into the car wash.
12 in/30 cm.◀
2. Shift to neutral.
▷ Regularly remove foreign items such as
3. Switch the engine off.
leaves in the area below the windshield
4. Switch on the ignition.
when the hood is raised.
Automatic transmission:
▷ Wash your vehicle frequently, particularly
in winter.
1. Drive into the car wash.
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2. Engage transmission position N.
Completely remove all residues on the win-
dows, to minimize loss of visibility due to
3. Switch the engine off.
smearing and to reduce wiper noises and
In this way, the ignition remains switched
wiper blade wear.
on, and a Check-Control message is dis-
played.
Do not turn off the ignition in the car
Vehicle care
wash
Do not turn off the ignition in the car wash;
Car care products
otherwise, the transmission position P is
BMW recommends using cleaning and care
engaged and damages can result.◀
products from BMW, since these have been
tested and approved.
To start the engine:
Car care and cleaning products
1. Depress the brake pedal.
Follow the instructions on the container.
2. Press the Start/Stop button.
When cleaning the interior, open the doors or
Pressing the Start/Stop button without step-
windows.
ping on the brake turns the ignition off.
Only use products intended for cleaning vehi-
The vehicle cannot be locked from the outside
cles.
when in transmission position N. A signal is
sounded when an attempt is made to lock the
Cleansers can contain substances that are
vehicle.
dangerous and harmful to your health.◀
Transmission position
Vehicle paint
Transmission position P is engaged automati-
Regular care contributes to driving safety and
cally:
value retention. Environmental influences in
▷ When the ignition is switched off.
areas with elevated air pollution or natural con-
taminants, such as tree resin or pollen can af-
▷ After approx. 15 minutes.
fect the vehicle's paintwork. Tailor the fre-
quency and extent of your car care to these
Headlamps
influences.
▷ Do not rub dry and do not use abrasive or
Aggressive substances, such as spilled fuel,
caustic cleansers.
oil, grease or bird droppings, must be removed
▷ Soak areas that have been soiled e.g. due
immediately to prevent the finish from being
to insects, with shampoo and wash off with
altered or discolored.
water.
▷ Thaw ice with deicing spray; do not use an
Leather care
ice scraper.
Remove dust from the leather often, using a
cloth or vacuum cleaner.
After washing the vehicle
Otherwise, particles of dust and road grime
After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes
chafe in pores and folds, and lead to increased
briefly to dry them; otherwise, braking action
wear and premature degradation of the leather
can be reduced and corrosion of the brake
surface.
discs can occur.
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To guard against discoloration, such as from
ularly when they have been exposed to road
clothing, provide leather care roughly every
salt.
two months.
Clean light-colored leather more frequently be-
Rubber components
cause soiling on such surfaces is substantially
Aside from water, treat only with rubber
more visible.
cleansers.
Use leather care products; otherwise, dirt and
When cleaning rubber seals, do not use any
grease will gradually break down the protective
silicon-containing car care products in order to
layer of the leather surface.
avoid damage or reduced noise damping.
Suitable care products are available from the
service center.
Fine wood parts
Clean fine wood facing and fine wood compo-
Upholstery material care
nents only with a moist rag. Then dry with a
soft cloth.
Vacuum regularly with a vacuum cleaner.
If they are very dirty, e.g., beverage stains, use
Plastic components
a soft sponge or microfiber cloth with a suita-
These include:
ble interior cleaner.
▷ Imitation leather surfaces.
Clean the upholstery down to the seams using
large sweeping motions. Avoid rubbing the
▷ Headliner.
material vigorously.
▷ Lamp lenses.
Damage from Velcro® fasteners
▷ Instrument cluster cover.
Open Velcro® fasteners on pants or
▷ Matte black spray-coated components.
other articles of clothing can damage the seat
▷ Painted parts in the interior.
covers. Ensure that any Velcro® fasteners are
Clean with a microfiber cloth.
closed.◀
Lightly dampen the cloth with water.
Caring for special components
Do not soak the headliner.
Do not use cleansers that contain alcohol
Light-alloy wheels
or solvents
When cleaning the vehicle, use only neutral
Do not use cleansers that contain alcohol or
wheel cleaners having a pH value from 5 to 9.
solvents, such as lacquer thinners, heavy-duty
Do not use abrasive cleaning agents or steam
grease removers, fuel, or such; this could lead
jets above 140 ℉/60 ℃. Follow the manufac-
to surface damage.◀
turer's instructions.
Aggressive, acidic or alkaline cleaning agents
Safety belts
can destroy the protective layer of adjacent
Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and
components, such as the brake disk.
thus have a negative impact on safety.
Chrome surfaces
Chemical cleaning
Carefully clean components such as the radia-
Do not clean chemically; this can destroy
tor grille or door handles with an ample supply
the webbing.◀
of water, possibly with shampoo added, partic-
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Use only a mild soapy solution, with the safety
Avoid pressing too hard when cleaning and do
belts clipped into their buckles.
not use abrasive materials; otherwise, damage
can result.◀
Do not allow the reels to retract the safety
belts until they are dry.
Long-term vehicle storage
Carpets and floor mats
When the vehicle is shut down for longer than
No objects in the area around the pedals
three months, special measures must be
taken. Additional information is available from
Keep floor mats, carpets, and any other
the service center.
objects out of the area of motion of the pedals;
otherwise, the function of the pedals could be
impeded while driving and create the risk of an
accident.
Do not place additional floor mats over existing
mats or other objects.
Only use floor mats that have been approved
for the vehicle and can be properly fixed in
place.
Ensure that the floor mats are securely fas-
tened again after they were removed for clean-
ing, for example.◀
Floor mats can be removed from the passen-
ger compartment for cleaning.
If the floor carpets are very dirty, clean with a
microfiber cloth and water or a textile cleaner.
To prevent matting of the carpet, rub back and
forth in the direction of travel only.
Sensors/cameras
To clean sensors and cameras, use a cloth
moistened with a small amount of glass
cleaner.
Displays/screens
Clean the displays with an antistatic microfiber
cloth.
Cleaning displays
Do not use chemical or household
cleansers.
Keep all fluids and moisture away from the
unit.
Otherwise, they could affect or damage surfa-
ces or electrical components.
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Reference Technical data
Technical data
ment is also described that is not available in a
Vehicle equipment
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment or country variant. This also applies
equipment that is offered in the model series is
for safety-related functions and systems.
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip-
Dimensions
Note
The dimensions apply to vehicles without op-
tional equipment.
2 Series
Width with mirrors
inches/mm
78.1/1,984
Width without mirrors
inches/mm
69.8/1,774
Height
inches/mm
55.8/1,418
M-model: height
inches/mm
55.4/1,408
Length
inches/mm
174.6/4,437
M-model: length
inches/mm
175.9/4,469
Wheel base
inches/mm
105.9/2,690
Smallest turning circle diam.
ft/m
35.8/10.9
Weights
The values preceding the slash apply to vehi-
lowing the slash apply to vehicles with auto-
cles with manual transmission; the values fol-
matic transmission.
228i
Approved gross vehicle weight
lbs
4,165/4,210
kg
1,889/1,910
Load
lbs/kg
820/372
Approved front axle load
lbs/kg
1,985/900
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228i
Approved rear axle load
lbs/kg
2,345/1,064
Cargo area capacity
cu ft/l
13.7/390
M235i
Approved gross vehicle weight
lbs
4,330/4,365
kg
1,964/1,980
Load
lbs/kg
810/367
Approved front axle load
lbs/kg
2,135/968
Approved rear axle load
lbs/kg
2,380/1,080
Cargo area capacity
cu ft/l
13.7/390
Capacities
US gal/liters
Notes
Fuel tank
13.7/52
Fuel quality, refer to
page 164
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