BMW M4- User Manual

Notes Using this Owner's Manual Orientation The fastest way to find information on a partic‐ular topic is by using the index.An initial overview of the vehicle is provided inthe first chapter. Updates made after the editorial deadline Any updates made after the editorial deadlinefor the Owner's Manu...

chemicals known to the State of California tocause cancer and birth defects or other repro‐ductive harm. Battery posts, terminals and re‐lated accessories contain lead and lead com‐pounds. Wash your hands after handling. Usedengine oil contains chemicals that have causedcancer in laboratory animals....

cluding the manufacturer, using special diag‐nostic tools. You can obtain further informationthere if you need it. After an error is corrected,the information in the fault memory is deletedor overwritten on a continuous basis.With the vehicle in use there are situationswhere you can associate these ...

wood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone1-800-831-1117.If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it mayopen an investigation, and if it finds that asafety defect exists in a group of vehicles, itmay order a recall and remedy campaign.However, NHTSA cannot become involved inindividual problems between you,...

Cockpit Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your car, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions. Thisalso applies to safety-relate...

All around the center console 1 Control Display   18 2 Ventilation   137 3 Hazard warning system   199 Central locking system   39 4 Glove compartment   147 5 Radio/CD/Multimedia, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment and Commu‐nication 6 Climate control   134 7 Controller with buttons   1...

Manual transmission selector lever   70 All around the roofliner 1 Intelligent Emergency Re‐quest   199 2 Glass sunroof, powered   47 3 Indicator lamp, front-seat pas‐senger airbag   100 4 Reading lights   96 5 Interior lights   96 Seite 17 Cockpit At a glance 17 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 ...

iDrive Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your car, e. g., due tothe selected options or country versions. Thisalso applies to safety-related ...

Buttons on controller Press button Function MENU Open the main menu. Audio Open audio menu last listenedto, switch between audio me‐nus. TEL Opens the phone menu. BACK Open previous panel. OPTION Opens the Options menu. Operating concept Opening the main menu Press button. The main menu is displayed...

White arrows pointing to the left or right indi‐cate that additional panels can be opened. Display of an opened menu When selecting a menu, it generally opens withthe panel that was last selected in that menu.To display the first panel of a menu: ▷ Move the controller to the left repeatedlyuntil the...

▷ For the input of upper/lower case lettersand numbers, it may be necessary to reelvia the controller to the corresponding In‐put mode, refer to page 25 , e.g. when the spelling of upper and lower case letters isidentical. ▷ Enter characters as they are displayed onthe Control Display. ▷ Always ente...

6. Turn the controller to set the hours andpress the controller. 7. Turn the controller to set the minutes andpress the controller. Status information Status field The following information is displayed in thestatus field at the top right: ▷ Time. ▷ Current entertainment source. ▷ Sound output, on/o...

Switching the split screen on and off On the Control Display: 1. Press button. 2. "Split screen" Selecting the display On the Control Display: 1. Press button. 2. "Split screen" 3. Move the controller until the split screen isselected. 4. Press the controller or select "Split scr...

Deleting personal in the vehicle The concept Depending on the usage, the vehicle savespersonal data, such as stored radio stations.These personal data can be permanently de‐leted through iDrive. General information Depending on the equipment package, the fol‐lowing data can be deleted: ▷ Personal Pr...

Voice activation system Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your car, e. g., due tothe selected options or country versions. Thisalso applies t...

This can unnecessarily delay the establish‐ment of a phone connection.Instead, use the SOS button, refer topage 199 , close to the interior mirror. Environmental conditions ▷ Say the commands, numbers, and letterssmoothly and with normal volume, empha‐sis, and speed. ▷ Always say commands in the lan...

Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your car, e. g., due tothe selected options or country versions. T...

Context help - Owner's Manual to the temporarily selected function You may open the relevant information di‐rectly. Opening via the iDrive To move directly from the application on theControl Display to the Options menu: 1. Press button or move the controller to the right repeatedly until the "Op...

Controls This chapter is intended to provide you with information that will give you complete control of your vehicle. All features and accessories that are useful for driving and your safety, comfort and convenience are described here. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 786 - II/15

Opening and closing Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your car, e. g., due tothe selected options or country versions. Thisalso applies to sa...

Replacing the battery 1. Remove integrated key from remote con‐trol. 2. Push in the catch with the key, arrow 1. 3. Remove the cover of the battery compart‐ment, arrow 2. 4. Insert a battery of the same type with thepositive side facing up. 5. Press the cover closed. Take the used battery to a recyc...

vated. All settings stored in the profile are au‐tomatically applied.If several drivers use their own remote control,the vehicle will adjust the personal settingsduring unlocking. These settings are also re‐stored, if the vehicle has been used in themeantime by a person with a different remotecontro...

other vehicle equipped with the Personal Pro‐file function.The following export options are available: ▷ Via BMW Online. ▷ Via the USB port to a USB device.Popular file systems for USB devices aresupported. FAT32 and exFAT are the rec‐ommended formats for profile export.Other formats may not support...

The windows and the glass sunroof areopened, as long as the button on the remotecontrol is pressed. Locking Locking from the outsideDo not lock the vehicle from the outside with people inside the car, as the vehicle can‐not be unlocked from inside without specialknowledge.◀ The driver's door must be...

Commission regulations. Operation is gov‐erned by the following:FCC ID: ▷ LX8766S. ▷ LX8766E. ▷ LX8CAS. ▷ LX8CAS2. ▷ MYTCAS4. Compliance statement:This device complies with part 15 of the FCCRules. Operation is subject to the followingtwo conditions: ▷ This device may not cause harmful inter‐ference...

In the event of a severe accident, the vehicle isautomatically unlocked. The hazard warningsystem and interior lights come on. Unlocking and opening ▷ Press the central locking system button tounlock the doors together, and then pullthe door handle above the armrest. ▷ On the door to be opened, pull...

Locking separately The trunk lid can be locked separately with theswitch in the glove compartment. If the glovecompartment is locked, the trunk lid cannot beopened. ▷ Trunk lid secured, arrow 1. ▷ Trunk lid not secured, ar‐row 2. Slide the switch into the arrow 1 position. Thissecures the trunk lid ...

Locking Touch the surface on the door handle of thedriver's or front passenger door, arrow, withyour finger for approx. 1 second without grasp‐ing the door handle.This corresponds with pressing the button onthe remote control. To save battery power, ensure that the ignitionand all electronic systems...

leg must pass through the ranges of bothsensors. Opening Perform the foot movement described earlier.Before the opening, the hazard warning sys‐tem flashes.The trunk lid opens, regardless of whether itwas previously locked or unlocked.During opening, the trunk lid pivots back andup. Ensure that adeq...

▷ "Tailgate + door(s)"The trunk lid is opened and the doorsare unlocked. Confirmation signals from the vehicle The settings are saved in the active profile, re‐fer to page 35 . 1. "Settings" 2. "Doors/key" 3. Deactivate or activate the desired confir‐mation signals. ▷ "Ac...

Trunk lid and armed alarm system The trunk lid can be opened even when thealarm system is armed.After the trunk lid is closed, it is locked andmonitored again when the doors are locked.The hazard warning system flashes once. Panic mode You can trigger the alarm system if you findyourself in a danger...

▷ With Comfort Access: if you are carryingthe remote control on your person, graspthe driver side or front passenger side doorhandle completely. Power windows Hint Take the remote control with youTake the remote control with you when leaving the vehicle so that children, e.g., can‐not operate the po...

The pinch protection is limited and thewindow reopens slightly if the closing forceexceeds a certain margin. 2. Pull the reel past the resistance point againwithin approx. 4 seconds and hold it there.The window closes without jam protection. Roller sunblinds Roller sunblind for rear window General i...

Adjusting Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your car, e. g., due tothe selected options or country versions. Thisalso applies to safety-relat...

After releasing the lever, move the seat for‐ward or back slightly making sure it engagesproperly. Height Pull the lever and apply your weight to the seator lift it off, as necessary. Backrest tilt Pull the lever and apply your weight to thebackrest or lift it off, as necessary. Seat tilt Pull the l...

Keep the movement area unobstructedWhen changing the seat position, keep the seat's area of movement unobstructed;otherwise, people might get injured or objectsdamaged.◀ Manual length adjustment Comfort entry The comfort entry contains a memory functionfor forward/backward and backrest adjust‐ment. ...

Safety belts Seats with safety belt The vehicle has four seats, each of which isequipped with a safety belt. General information Always make sure that safety belts are beingworn by all occupants before driving off.For the occupants' safety the belt lockingmechanism triggers early. Slowly guide thebe...

Belt holder To make it easier to use the belt in the frontsitting positions, place the safety belt in thebelt holder. Headrests Removing The head restraints cannot be removed. Seat and mirror memory Hints Do not retrieve the memory while drivingDo not retrieve the memory setting while driving, as an...

Calling up of a seat position deactivated After a brief period, calling up stored seat posi‐tions is deactivated to save battery power.To reactivate calling up of a seat position: ▷ Open and close the door or trunk lid. ▷ Press a button on the remote control. ▷ Press the Start/Stop button. Mirrors E...

2. Engage selector lever position R. Deactivating Slide the switch to the passenger side mirrorposition. Fold in and out Press button. Possible at speeds up to approx.15 mph/20 km/h.E. g. this is advantageous ▷ In car washes. ▷ In narrow streets. ▷ For folding mirrors back out that werefolded away m...

Transporting children safely Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your car, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions. Thisalso app...

of unexpected movement of the seat back‐rest.◀ On the front passenger seat Deactivating airbags Deactivating the front-seat passengerairbags If a child restraint system is used in the frontpassenger seat, deactivate the front-seat pas‐senger airbags; otherwise, there is an in‐creased risk of injury ...

LATCH child restraint system LATCH: Lower Anchors and Tether for Chil‐dren. Note Follow manufacturer's information forLATCH child restraint systems To mount and use the LATCH child restraintsystems, observe the operating and safety in‐formation from the system manufacturer; oth‐erwise, the level of ...

Driving Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your car, e. g., due tothe selected options or country versions. Thisalso applies to safety-related...

The radio-ready state switches off automati‐cally: ▷ After approx. 8 minutes. ▷ When the vehicle is locked using the cen‐tral locking system. ▷ Shortly before the battery is dischargedcompletely, so that the engine can still bestarted. The radio-ready state remains active if, e.g.,the ignition is au...

and downward inclines, further secure the ve‐hicle, e.g., by turning the steering wheel in thedirection of the curb.◀ Before driving into a car wash So that the vehicle can roll into a car wash ob‐serve instructions for going into an automaticcar wash, refer to page 205 . M double-clutch transmissio...

Activating/deactivating the system manually Using the button Press button. ▷ LED comes on: Auto Start/Stop function isdeactivated.The engine is started during an automaticengine stop.The engine can only be stopped or startedvia the Start/Stop button. ▷ LED goes out: Auto Start/Stop function isactiva...

The brake lights will not light up if the parkingbrake is set. Turn signal, high beams, headlight flasher Turn signal Hints Do not adjust the exterior mirrorsDo not adjust the exterior mirror while driving and when turn signals/hazard warningflashers are on, or else the additional turn sig‐nal light...

Do not activate wipers with wipers foldedaway Do not switch on the wipers if they are foldedaway, otherwise the hood or the wipers may bedamaged.◀ Switching on Push wiper lever up.The lever automatically returns to its initial po‐sition when released. ▷ Normal wiper speed: push up once.The wipers sw...

Setting the frequency or sensitivity of the rain sensor Turn the thumbwheel. Clean the windshield, headlights Pull the wiper lever towards you.The system sprays washer fluid on the wind‐shield and activates the wipers briefly. In addition, the headlights are cleaned at regu‐lar intervals when the ve...

tainer. Use BMW’s Windshield Washer Con‐centrate or the equivalent.◀ Adding washer fluidOnly add washer fluid when the engine is cool, and then close the cover completely toavoid contact between the washer fluid andhot engine parts.Otherwise, there is a danger of fire and a risk topersonal safety if...

Selector lever, selector lever positions At a glance ▷ R: reverse gear. ▷ N: neutral. ▷ Center position, forward position. ▷ +: manual upshifting. ▷ -: manual downshifting. ▷ D/S: reel between drive mode and sequen‐tial mode. Engaging a selector lever position Press on the brake pedal and pull or pu...

▷ Upshifting or downshifting is done only ifthe rpm and vehicle speed are appropriate.For example, there is no downshifting if theengine speed is too high. ▷ Kickdown: the lowest possible gear is se‐lected by simultaneously operating thekickdown and the left shift paddle or selec‐tor lever. ▷ It is ...

After each switch between Sequential modeand Drive mode, the last program selected isan active.Exception: after each engine start, driving pro‐gram 1 is active in Drive mode. In Drive mode Choice of three driving programs: ▷ 1: efficient driving. ▷ 2: relaxed driving. ▷ 3: sporty driving. In Sequent...

Do not use Launch Control during the break-in,refer to page 156 , period. Requirements Launch Control is available when the engine iswarmed up, that is, after uninterrupted drivingof at least 6 miles/10 km.To start with Launch Control do not steer thesteering wheel. Activate Launch Control 1. Deacti...

Displays Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your car, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions. Thisalso applies to safety-relat...

▷ Energy recovery, refer to page 82 . ▷ Gear display with Drivelogic, refer topage 82 . ▷ Miles/trip miles, refer to page 81 . ▷ Messages, e.g. Check Control, refer topage 77 . ▷ Current fuel consumption, refer topage 82 . ▷ Navigation display, see User's manual forNavigation, Entertainment and Comm...

If a collision with a person detected in this wayis imminent, the symbol lights up and a signalsounds. Yellow lights Anti-lock Braking System ABS Avoid abrupt braking if possible. Brak‐ing force boost in some cases defec‐tive. Stop carefully. Take into accountlonger brake travel. Have this checkedby...

Lane departure warning System is switched on and under cer‐tain circumstances warns if a detectedlane is left without flashing beforehand. For additional information, refer to Lane depar‐ture warning, refer to page 110 . Green lights Turn signal Turn signal on.Unusually rapid flashing of the indicat...

Display additional information about theCheck Control message in the IntegratedOwner's Manual. ▷ "Service request" Contact your service center. ▷ "Roadside Assistance" Contact Roadside Assistance. Hiding Check Control messages Press the onboard computer button on theturn signal lever...

Coolant temperature If the coolant along with the engine becomestoo hot, a Check Control message is displayed.Check the coolant level, refer to page 186 . Odometer and trip odometer Display ▷ Odometer, arrow 1. ▷ Trip odometer, arrow 2. Show/reset kilometers Press the knob. ▷ When the ignition isswi...

Settings are stored for the profile currently inuse. Gear display with Drivelogic Sequential mode ▷ Engaged gear, arrow 1. ▷ Selected driving program,Drivelogic, refer to page 72 , arrow 2. Drive mode ▷ Engaged gear together witha D, arrow 1. ▷ Selected driving program,Drivelogic, refer to page 72 ,...

Detailed information on service requirements More information on the scope of service re‐quired can be displayed on the Control Dis‐play.On the Control Display: 1. "Vehicle info" 2. "Vehicle status" 3. "Service required" Required maintenance procedures and le‐gally mandated i...

Speed limit detection The concept Speed limit detection Speed limit detection uses a symbol in theshape of a traffic sign to display the currentlydetected speed limit. The camera in the area ofthe interior rearview mirror detects traffic signsat the edge of the road as well as variable over‐head sig...

Calling up information on the info display Press the onboard computer button on theturn signal lever.Information is displayed in the info display ofthe instrument cluster. Information at a glance Repeatedly pressing the button on the turnsignal lever calls up the following information inthe info dis...

Speed limit detection Description of the speed limit detection, referto page 85 , function. Trip computer The vehicle features two types of board com‐puters. ▷ "Onboard info": the values can be reset asoften as necessary. ▷ "Trip computer": the values provide anoverview of the curren...

Setting your current speed as the speed warning On the Control Display: 1. "Settings" 2. "Speed" 3. "Select current speed" 4. Press the controller.The current vehicle speed is stored as thespeed warning. Settings on the Control Display Time Setting the time zone 1. "Setti...

▷ Driver assistance systems. Some of this information is only displayedbriefly as needed. M view 1 Current engine speed, highlighted2 Shift point indicator3 Pre-warning field, speed display4 Red warning field, speed display5 Speed6 Gear display/warning messages Activate M view:Select displays in the...

Lights Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your car, e. g., due tothe selected options or country versions. Thisalso applies to safety-related ...

Setting the duration On the Control Display: 1. "Settings" 2. "Lighting" 3. "Pathway lighting:" 4. Set length of time. Settings are stored for the profile currently inuse. Automatic headlight control Position of switch : the low beams are acti‐vated and off automatically, e.g...

Selecting color scheme On the Control Display: 1. "Settings" 2. "Lighting" 3. "Ambient:" 4. Select desired setting. With a color scheme selected and welcomelights activated they illuminate in the line'scolor when vehicle is unlocked. Setting the brightness The brightness of t...

Safety Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your car, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions. Thisalso applies to safety-related...

Ejection Mitigation The head airbag system is designed as anejection mitigation countermeasure to reducethe likelihood of ejections of vehicle occupantsthrough side windows during rollovers or sideimpact events. Knee airbag The knee airbag supports the legs in a frontalimpact. Protective action Airb...

erational readiness of the entire airbag systemand the belt tensioner. Airbag system malfunctioning ▷ Warning lamp does not come on when theignition is turned on. ▷ The warning lamp lights up continuously. In case of a malfunction have airbag sys‐tem checked immediately. In case of a malfunction hav...

size is detected on the seat. The airbagson the front passenger side are activated. Detected child seats The system generally detects children seatedin a child seat, particularly in child seats re‐quired by NHTSA when the vehicle was manu‐factured. After installing a child seat, makesure that the in...

2. "Vehicle status" 3. "Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)" The status is displayed. Status control display Tire and system status are indicated by thecolor of the wheels and a text message on theControl Display. All wheels green System is active and will issue a warning rela‐tive to the ti...

Required tire inflation pressure check message A Check Control message is displayed in thefollowing situations ▷ The system has detected a wheel change,but no reset was done. ▷ Inflation was not carried out according tospecifications. ▷ The tire inflation pressure has fallen belowthe level of the la...

sequent vehicle start-ups as long as the mal‐function exists. When the malfunction indicatoris illuminated, the system may not be able todetect or signal low tire pressure as intended.TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety ofreasons, including the installation of replace‐ment or alternate tires o...

Switching on/off The Intelligent Safety systems are automati‐cally active after every departure. Press button: the systems are turnedoff. The LED goes out. Press button: the systems are turned on. TheLED lights up. Settings can be made on the Control Display. Front-end collision warning with City Br...

At a glance Button in the vehicle Intelligent Safety button Camera The camera is found near the interior rearviewmirror.Keep the windshield in the area behind the in‐terior rearview mirror clean and clear. Switching on/off Switching on automatically The system is automatically active after everydriv...

Acute warnings can also be triggered withoutprevious prewarning. Braking intervention The warning prompts the driver himself/herselfto react. During a warning, the maximum brak‐ing force is used. Premise for the brake boos‐ter is sufficiently quick and hard stepping onthe brake pedal. The system can...

▷ When using the turn signal. System limits The system may not be fully functional in thefollowing situations: ▷ In heavy fog, rain or snowfall. ▷ In the event of missing, worn, poorly visi‐ble, merging, diverging, or multiple lanemarkings such as in construction areas. ▷ When lane markings are cove...

Driving stability control systems Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your car, e. g., due tothe selected options or country versions. Thisalso...

3. Select the desired setting option. 4. Select the desired channel. Individual settings are stored for the profilecurrently in use.If M Drive is activated, a change in the settingon the Control Display is immediately adopted. Activating/deactivating M Drive Activating Press the corresponding button...

Do not deactivate DSC when driving withroof load Do not deactivate Dynamic Stability ControlDSC when driving with roof load, e.g. roof-mounted luggage rack.Otherwise, driving safety is not given in driv‐ing-critical situation due to the elevated centerof gravity.◀ Overview Button in the vehicle DSC ...

The MDM and DSC OFF indicator lights goout. Via M Drive On the Control Display: 1. "Settings" 2. "M Drive 1" or "M Drive 2" 3. Select the symbol. 4. "MDM" To open M Drive with the selected settings,press the corresponding button on the steer‐ing wheel: ▷ ▷ A message a...

▷ ▷ Using the button Press button repeatedly until the desiredprogram is displayed in the instrument cluster. Display in the instrument cluster Adaptive M chassis with selected pro‐gram for the active display of drivingdynamics system statuses, refer to page 83 . Drive-off assistant This system supp...

Driving comfort Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your car, e. g., due tothe selected options or country versions. Thisalso applies to safety...

Interrupting When active, press the button. The system is automatically interrupted if: ▷ The brakes are applied. ▷ The clutch pedal is depressed for a fewseconds or released while a gear is not en‐gaged. ▷ The gear engaged is too high for the cur‐rent speed. ▷ MDM is activated or DSC is deactivated...

ment cluster indicates whether the system isswitched on. Desired speed ▷ The marking lights up green:the system is active. ▷ The marking lights up or‐ange: the system has beeninterrupted. ▷ The marking does not light up: the systemis switched off. Brief status display Selected desired speed. If --- ...

▷ Under certain weather conditions such ashigh relative humidity, rain, snowfall, ex‐treme heat or strong wind. ▷ With tow bars and trailer couplings of othervehicles. ▷ With thin or wedge-shaped objects. ▷ With moving objects. ▷ With elevated, protruding objects such asledges or cargo. ▷ With objec...

Display settings Brightness With the rearview camera switched on: 1. Select the symbol. 2. Turn the controller until the desired settingis reached, and press the controller. Contrast With the rearview camera switched on: 1. Select the symbol. 2. Turn the controller until the desired settingis reache...

track line is continuously adjusted for thesteering wheel movement. "Parking aid lines" Turning circle and pathway lines are displayed. System limits Top View cannot be used in the following sit‐uations: ▷ With a door open. ▷ With the trunk lid open. ▷ With an exterior mirror folded in. ▷ In...

Display on the Control Display System activated/deactivated Symbol Meaning Gray: the system is not available.White: the system is available butnot activated. The system is activated. System status ▷ Colored symbols, see arrows, on the sideof the vehicle illustrated. Parking assistantis activated and...

Climate control Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your car, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions. Thisalso applies to safet...

Hints Sufficient ventilationWhen remaining in the vehicle for an ex‐ tended period of time, ensure sufficient exter‐nal ventilation. Do not continuously use recir‐culated-air mode; otherwise the air quality inthe interior continuously deteriorates and win‐dow condensation increases.◀ Climate control...

Switching on Press any button except ▷ Rear window defroster. ▷ Seat heating. Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter In external and recirculated air mode the mi‐crofilter/activated charcoal filter filters dust,pollen, and gaseous pollutants out of the air.This filter should be replaced during schedu...

Interior equipment Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your car, e. g., due tothe selected options or country versions. Thisalso applies to saf...

4. Likewise, press and hold the button of thedesired function on the hand-held trans‐mitter. 5. Release both buttons as soon as the inte‐rior rearview mirror LED flashes more rap‐idly. The LED flashing faster indicates thatthe button on the interior rearview mirrorhas been programmed. The system can...

World map with magnetic zones Procedure 1. Press and hold the control button for ap‐prox. 3 to 4 seconds. The number of theset compass zone appears in the mirror. 2. To change the zone setting, press the con‐trol button quickly and repeatedly until thenumber of the compass zone that corre‐sponds wit...

Settings are stored automatically after approxi‐mately 10 seconds. Sun visor Glare shield Fold the sun visor down or up. Vanity mirror A vanity mirror is located in the sun visor be‐hind a cover. When the cover is opened, themirror lighting switches on. Ashtray/cigarette lighter Ashtray Opening Rais...

Note The total load of all sockets must not exceed140 watts at 12 volts.Do not damage the socket by using unsuitableconnectors. Front center console Raise the lid and remove the cover or cigarettelighter. Rear center console Remove the cover. In the trunk The socket is located on the left side in th...

Without telephone: overview The USB interface is located in the glove com‐partment. With telephone: overview The USB interface is located in the center arm‐rest. Through-loading system The concept The cargo area can be enlarged by foldingdown the rear seat backrest.The rear seat backrest is divided ...

Storage compartments Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your car, e. g., due tothe selected options or country versions. Thisalso applies to s...

This prevents access to the glove compart‐ment and to the trunk.After the glove compartment is locked, the re‐mote control can be handed over, such as at ahotel, without the integrated key. Driver's side Note Close the glove compartment again im‐mediately Close the glove compartment immediately af‐t...

Storage compartment between the rear seats There is a storage compartment between therear seats. Cupholders Hints Shatter-proof containers and no hotdrinks Use light and shatter-proof containers and donot transport hot drinks. Otherwise, there isthe increased danger of injury in an accident.◀ Unsuit...

The multi-function hooks can be loaded up toa max. of 8.8 lbs/4 kg. Lightweight objects onlyOnly hang lightweight objects, e.g. shop‐ ping bags, from the multifunction hooks. Oth‐erwise, there is a danger of objects flying aboutduring braking and evasive maneuvers.Only transport heavy luggage in the...

Driving tips This chapter provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating modes. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 786 - II/15

BMW M4 technology Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your car, e. g., due tothe selected options or country versions. Thisalso applies to safe...

Drivetrain With this vehicle, particular value was placedon the direct connection from engine to thedrivetrain. Due to the torsionally rigid design ofthe drivetrain, as is typical in a sports car, thetransmission of the torque also gives acousticfeedback.When there are load changes, this may resulti...

Things to remember when driving Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your car, e. g., due tothe selected options or country versions. Thisalso a...

General driving notes Closing the trunk lid Drive with the trunk lid closedOnly drive with the tailgate closed; other‐ wise, in the event of an accident or braking andevasive maneuvers, passengers and other traf‐fic may be injured, and the vehicle may bedamaged. In addition, exhaust fumes may en‐ter...

Objects within the range of movement of the pedals No objects in the area around the pedalsKeep floor mats, carpets, and any other objects out of the pedal area; otherwise, thefunction of the pedals could be impeded whiledriving and create the risk of an accident.Do not place additional floor mats o...

Loading Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your car, e. g., due tothe selected options or country versions. Thisalso applies to safety-related...

Load The maximum load is the sum of the weight ofthe occupants and the cargo.The greater the weight of the occupants, theless cargo that can be transported. Stowing cargo ▷ Cover sharp edges and corners on thecargo. ▷ Heavy cargo: stow as far forward as possi‐ble, directly behind and at the bottom o...

Roof-mounted luggage rack Note Roof racks are available as special accessories. Securing Follow the installation instructions of the roofrack. Roof drip rail with flaps The anchorage points are located in the roofdrip rail above the doors.Fold the cover outward. Loading Be sure that adequate clearan...

Saving fuel Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your car, e. g., due tothe selected options or country versions. Thisalso applies to safety-rel...

Mobility In order to always ensure your mobility, you will find important information on operating fluids, wheels and tires, maintenance and Roadside Assistance in the following. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 786 - II/15

Refueling Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your car, e. g., due tothe selected options or country versions. Thisalso applies to safety-relat...

Fuel Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your car, e. g., due tothe selected options or country versions. Thisalso applies to safety-related fu...

Wheels and tires Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your car, e. g., due tothe selected options or country versions. Thisalso applies to safet...

These pressure values can also be found onthe tire inflation pressure label on the driver'sdoor pillar. Maximum permissible speedDo not exceed 100 mph/160 km/h; other‐ wise, tire damage and accidents may result.◀ Tire inflation pressure values up to 100 mph/160 km/h M4 Coupe Tire size Pressure speci...

45: aspect ratio in %R: radial tire code18: rim diameter in inches96: load rating, not for ZR tiresY: speed rating, before the R on ZR tires Speed letter Q = up to 100 mph, 160 km/hR = up to 106 mph, 170 km/hS = up to 112 mph, 180 km/hT = up to 118 mph, 190 km/hH = up to 131 mph, 210 km/hV = up to 1...

sudden tire failure. The grade C correspondsto a level of performance which all passengercar tires must meet under the Federal MotorVehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades BandA represent higher levels of performance onthe laboratory test wheel than the minimum re‐quired by law. Temperature grade fo...

In case of tire damageIf there are indications of tire damage, re‐ duce your speed immediately and have therims and tires checked right away; otherwise,there is the increased risk of an accident.Drive carefully to the nearest service center. Ifnecessary, have the vehicle towed or trans‐ported there....

Retreaded tiresPossibly substantial variations in the de‐ sign and age of the tire casing structures canlimit service life and have a negative impact onroad safety.◀ Winter tires Winter tires are recommended for operating onwinter roads.Although so-called all-season M+S tires pro‐vide better winter ...

Sealing container ▷ Sealing container, arrow 1. ▷ Filling hose, arrow 2. Observe use-by date on the sealant container. Compressor 1 Holder for bottle2 Compressor3 Connector/cable for socket4 Connection hose5 On/off reel6 Inflation pressure dial7 Reduce inflation pressure Filling the tire with sealan...

4. Insert the sealant container on the com‐pressor housing in an upright position. 5. Screw the filling hose of the sealant con‐tainer onto the tire valve of the defectivewheel. 6. With the compressor switched off, insertthe plug into the power socket inside thevehicle. 7. With the ignition turned o...

This prevents leftover sealant from escap‐ing from the container. 4. Wrap the empty sealant container in suita‐ble material to avoid dirtying the cargoarea. 5. Stow the Mobility System back in the vehi‐cle. Distributing the sealant Immediately drive approx. 5 miles/10 km to en‐sure that the sealant ...

Engine compartment Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your car, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions. Thisalso applies to sa...

Engine oil Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your car, e. g., due tothe selected options or country versions. Thisalso applies to safety-rela...

Too much engine oilHave the vehicle checked immediately; otherwise, surplus engine oil can lead to en‐gine damage.◀ Detailed measurement The concept In the detailed measurement the engine oillevel is checked and displayed via a scale.Gasoline engine:If the engine oil level reaches the minimumlevel, ...

Engine oil types to add Hints No oil additivesOil additives may lead to engine dam‐ age.◀ Viscosity grades for engine oilsWhen selecting an engine oil, ensure that the engine oil belongs to the viscosity gradeSAE 0W-40, or malfunctions or engine dam‐age may occur.As an alternative, you can also use ...

Coolant Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your car, e. g., due tothe selected options or country versions. Thisalso applies to safety-related...

Adding 1. Let the engine cool. 2. Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightlycounterclockwise to allow any excesspressure to dissipate, then open it. 3. If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant upto the specified level; do not overfill. 4. Close cap. 5. Have the cause of the coolant loss elimi‐n...

Maintenance Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your car, e. g., due tothe selected options or country versions. Thisalso applies to safety-rel...

Replacing components Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your car, e. g., due tothe selected options or country versions. Thisalso applies to s...

You can obtain a selection of replacementbulbs at the service center. Danger of burnsOnly change bulbs when they are cool; otherwise, there is a danger of gettingburned.◀ Working on the lighting systemWhen working on the lighting system, you should always reel off the lights affected toprevent short...

Headlights 1 Parking lights / daytime running lights2 Low beams/high beams/headlight flasher3 Turn signal Low beams and high beams are designed withxenon technology.The parking lights and daylight running lightsare made using LED technology.Contact your service center in the event of amalfunction. T...

Contact your service center in the event of amalfunction. Turn signal in exterior mirror Follow general instructions, refer to page 190 . The turn signals in the exterior mirrors featureLED technology. Contact your service centerin the event of a malfunction. Tail lights, bulb replacement At a glanc...

that the foam rubber sealing ring is on thecentering pin. 6. Release the catch at the top on the con‐nector of the connecting line and removethe connector from the bulb holder. Replacing the bulbs 1. Loosen the three fasteners, arrows 1, onthe bulb holder and remove the bulb holderfrom the tail lamp...

4. Press together hinge trim, see arrow, to re‐lease the clips.Grasp the trim, pull the hinge trim down‐ward and remove it. 5. Carefully loosen the trim from the trunk lid,starting at the edge and working towardthe area around the recessed grips. Makesure that the trim does not become stuck. 6. Care...

The tools for changing wheels are available asaccessories from your service center. Jacking points for the vehicle jack The jacking points for the vehicle jack are lo‐cated at the positions shown. Vehicle battery Maintenance The battery is maintenance-free.Further information about the battery can b...

Disposing of old batteries Have old batteries disposed of by yourservice center or bring them to a recy‐cling center. Fuses Hints Replacing fusesNever attempt to repair a blown fuse and do not replace a defective fuse with a substi‐tute of another color or amperage rating; thiscould lead to a circui...

Breakdown assistance Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your car, e. g., due tothe selected options or country versions. Thisalso applies to s...

When the emergency request is receivedat the BMW Response Center, the BMWResponse Center contacts you and takesfurther steps to help you.Even if you are unable to respond, theBMW Response Center can take furthersteps to help you under certain circum‐stances.For this, data are transmitted to the BMWR...

Preparation Bodywork contact between vehiclesMake sure that there is no contact be‐ tween the bodywork of the two vehicles; other‐wise, there is a danger of short circuits.◀ 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. 2...

Tow-starting and towing Note Tow-starting and towingFor tow-starting or towing, switch off the Intelligent Safety systems; otherwise malfunc‐tions of the individual braking systems mightlead to accidents.◀ Manual transmission Gearshift lever in neutral position. Towing Follow the towing instructions...

Care Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your car, e. g., due tothe selected options or country versions. Thisalso applies to safety-related fu...

Manual transmission: 1. Drive into the car wash. 2. Shift to neutral. 3. Switch the engine off. 4. Switch on the ignition. M double-clutch transmission: 1. Drive into the car wash. 2. Engage selector lever position N. 3. Switch the engine off.In this way, the ignition remains switchedon, and a Check...

Reference This chapter contains the technical data and an index that will quickly take you to the information you need. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 786 - II/15

Technical data Vehicle features and options This chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your car, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions. Thisalso applies to safety...

BMW M4 Coupe Approved gross vehicle weight lbskg 4,500/4,5452,041/2,062 Load lbskg 860390 Approved front axle load lbskg 2,140971 Approved rear axle load lbskg 2,4901,129 Approved roof load capacity lbskg 16575 Cargo area capacity cu ftLiters 11.0445 Capacities US gal/liters Notes Fuel tank, approx....

Everything from A to Z IndexA ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 114 Acceleration Assistant, refer to Launch Control 73 Accessories and parts 7 Activated-charcoal filter 137 Active Blind Spot Detec‐ tion 111 Active M differential 117 Adaptive brake lights, refer to Brake force display 113 Adaptive Light C...