As I wait... M2C Tips and Tricks!

Project_F87 · 06-13-2019, 01:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Tag

Laid out all options, including #3 with no battery. Did you miss that?

"Ok, what if you accidentally also left the key in the trunk while the battery is dead or disconnected?" was the original question. We're on the topic of a disconnected battery buddy, did you miss that?

Tag · 06-13-2019, 01:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Project_F87

"Ok, what if you accidentally also left the key in the trunk while the battery is dead or disconnected?" was the original question. We're on the topic of a disconnected battery buddy, did you miss that?

My apologies for being thorough. It's in my nature and totally my fault. You are absolutely right, I'm a terrible person for laying that all out.

Project_F87 · 06-13-2019, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Tag

My apologies for being thorough. It's in my nature and totally my fault. You are absolutely right, I'm a terrible person for laying that all out.

hahaha relax man, it's not that serious <3

Just covering all the bases in case people need help in this specific situation and not trying to get them confused at the same time

Tag · 06-13-2019, 01:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Project_F87

hahaha relax man, it's not that serious <3

Just covering all the bases in case people need help in this specific situation and not trying to get them confused at the same time

I am very relaxed.

Takes more to get me going than that.

Project_F87 · 06-13-2019, 01:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Tag

I am very relaxed.

Takes more to get me going than that.

YakyYaky · 06-13-2019, 06:25 PM

If you have a 40/20/40 split rear seat on your M2C. You can still gain access to the boot by opening the center rear seat. (sometimes known as ski access). However, I haven't found how you can open the boot from inside the boot because it doesn't have the yellow triangle pull string for manual release.

Random tip. If you forget and turns off your car in neutral, the car will whine about it. You can put it into park by press the start button again to turn off the car fully which will then engage Park.

Thescout13 · 06-13-2019, 06:26 PM

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Originally Posted by YakyYaky

If you have a 40/20/40 split rear seat on your M2C. You can still gain access to the boot by opening the center rear seat. (sometimes known as ski access). However, I haven't found how you can open the boot from inside the boot because it doesn't have the yellow triangle pull string for manual release.

Random tip. If you forget and turns off your car in neutral, the car will whine about it. You can put it into park by press the start button again to turn off the car fully which will then engage Park.

Unfortunately, US cars can't spec 40/20/40, which is bullshit and I wish we could. Damn Kiwis, Ausies, and Europeans (and the rest of the world practically) getting lucky.

AlpsRider · 06-13-2019, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by YakyYaky

If you have a 40/20/40 split rear seat on your M2C. You can still gain access to the boot by opening the center rear seat. (sometimes known as ski access). However, I haven't found how you can open the boot from inside the boot because it doesn't have the yellow triangle pull string for manual release.

I was jealous of the people that could get the 40/20/40 rear seats. Now that I see that you can get to the trunk from the car cabin I don't think I'd want it. Why? My SUV rental car was broken into while I was on vacation. They took $8,000. worth of stuff from the car. I vowed that I'd never get an SUV and I don't want a secret passage to the trunk either.

Thescout13 · 06-13-2019, 07:35 PM

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Originally Posted by AlpsRider

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Originally Posted by YakyYaky

If you have a 40/20/40 split rear seat on your M2C. You can still gain access to the boot by opening the center rear seat. (sometimes known as ski access). However, I haven't found how you can open the boot from inside the boot because it doesn't have the yellow triangle pull string for manual release.

I was jealous of the people that could get the 40/20/40 rear seats. Now that I see that you can get to the trunk from the car cabin I don't think I'd want it. Why? My SUV rental car was broken into while I was on vacation. They took $8,000. worth of stuff from the car. I vowed that I'd never get an SUV and I don't want a secret passage to the trunk either.

I'm sure you know this given your handle, but 40/20/40 allows you to put skis in without comprising the use of the other two seats in the rear.

natmad · 06-13-2019, 08:05 PM

Great tips and tricks from all!

As I wait... I’m learning a lot from the two “As I Wait...” threads.

Keep ‘em rolling.

S55bruh · 06-13-2019, 09:10 PM

I posted a while back about using the hand brake while coasting. It’s in the manual. It tells us to occasionally LIGHTLY engage the hand brake while coasting to prevent one sided brake action and corrosion build up. Just keep your thumb on the button and briefly engage then reseat the hand brake a few times while car is moving.

Economatic · 06-14-2019, 10:37 AM

These tips are great. I'll be a first time BMW owner so keep them coming.

Tag · 06-14-2019, 10:42 AM

This is not a tip, but for you guys that are new to the BMW family the Owner's Manual is something you should check out before you get your cars. If anything the tips here can be looked up in the OM for further details.

'M2 Competition Owner's Manual' Model Year 2019, 2020 (PDF Format)

AlpsRider · 06-14-2019, 10:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Thescout13

I'm sure you know this given your handle, but 40/20/40 allows you to put skis in without comprising the use of the other two seats in the rear.

It is a cool feature. I've been bitten by the thief paranoia bug now 🙄

Kleinacus · 06-14-2019, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by natmad

"Want your mind blown again? Most don't know this, but under the left side of the glovebox is yet another 12V cigarette lighter socket."

Like in the footwell?

Poochie · 06-14-2019, 02:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Kleinacus

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Originally Posted by natmad

"Want your mind blown again? Most don't know this, but under the left side of the glovebox is yet another 12V cigarette lighter socket."

Like in the footwell?

The 12V under the glove compartment seems to available in some BMWs. Most US spec vehicles have a hole in place of the extra cigarette lighter.

For the last couple of years, North America Region) cars doesn't have that plug, nor does it have the wiring.

Not sure if anything changed since then..

Tag · 06-14-2019, 02:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Poochie

The 12V under the glove compartment seems to available in some BMWs. Most US spec vehicles have a hole in place of the extra cigarette lighter.

For the last couple of years, North America Region) cars doesn't have that plug, nor does it have the wiring.

Not sure if anything changed since then..

Interesting. If you look at the 2019 Owner's Manual it does not reference the additional socket, but the 2020 Owner's Manual does (page 188).

They were available on all OG M2's as far as I'm aware.

Poochie · 06-14-2019, 04:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Tag

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Originally Posted by Poochie

The 12V under the glove compartment seems to available in some BMWs. Most US spec vehicles have a hole in place of the extra cigarette lighter.

For the last couple of years, North America Region) cars doesn't have that plug, nor does it have the wiring.

Not sure if anything changed since then..

Interesting. If you look at the 2019 Owner's Manual it does not reference the additional socket, but the 2020 Owner's Manual does (page 188).

They were available on all OG M2's as far as I'm aware.

I have a '16 US spec and no extra cigarette lighter socket. I remember the hype of this supposed "Easter egg" and being disappointed the day I got it and saw a blank hole.

I had to cripple the one socket, next to the cup holder for my radar detector.

Maybe they changed it since than in US spec vehicles for 2020, BMW is like that but I can confirm in some models, it's is in fact missing, so it's a roll of the dice.

https://f87.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh....php?t=1295906

https://f30.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...d.php?t=971445

Soulmate · 06-14-2019, 05:09 PM

For DCT cars -if you have it in manual shift mode, the start/stop function is automatically disabled; switch to auto shift mode, start/stop works again.

Poochie · 06-14-2019, 11:13 PM

You can request a service callback inside your vehicle without contacting the dealer directly, from the iDrive menu.

Recently, my dealer has gotten really stingy with giving out loaner cars and tried to get me to wait there for hours but I learned that the appointment receptionist is much more lenient with assigning them.

So what I do is request service from the iDrive, wait for a callback and then sweet-talk receptionist into booking me for a service loaner, even for a simple oil change or check-ups.

They usually callback the same day, after the iDrive's Bat Signal has been sent.

Hasn't fail yet.. You welcome.

Davil · 06-14-2019, 11:25 PM

You can swipe your finger over the programmable buttons and it previews what they are.

Poochie · 06-15-2019, 03:12 PM

I coded the rear view camera to allow it to activate at any speed or distance, so when I'm driving and some mouth-breather starts dangerously tailgating me; I switch the camera on..

I have a keen understanding on how the mind of a moron works, sort of like a feral animal; obvious self-preservation kicks in much quicker than logical reasoning, so the second they see the image of their vehicle on the iDrive screen, they assume they're being "recorded," and consequently fall back and stop tailgating.

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S55bruh Private 74 Rep 67 Posts Drives: Alpine White Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Deep South iTrader: (0)	I posted a while back about using the hand brake while coasting. It’s in the manual. It tells us to occasionally LIGHTLY engage the hand brake while coasting to prevent one sided brake action and corrosion build up. Just keep your thumb on the button and briefly engage then reseat the hand brake a few times while car is moving.
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Tag this is the way 18149 Rep 8,527 Posts Drives: N-1 starfighter Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Chicago iTrader: (3)	This is not a tip, but for you guys that are new to the BMW family the Owner's Manual is something you should check out before you get your cars. If anything the tips here can be looked up in the OM for further details. 'M2 Competition Owner's Manual' Model Year 2019, 2020 (PDF Format)
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Poochie Luxury at the redline :) 9105 Rep 7,563 Posts Drives: 2016 M2 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: NYC iTrader: (3)	You can request a service callback inside your vehicle without contacting the dealer directly, from the iDrive menu. Recently, my dealer has gotten really stingy with giving out loaner cars and tried to get me to wait there for hours but I learned that the appointment receptionist is much more lenient with assigning them. So what I do is request service from the iDrive, wait for a callback and then sweet-talk receptionist into booking me for a service loaner, even for a simple oil change or check-ups. They usually callback the same day, after the iDrive's Bat Signal has been sent. Hasn't fail yet.. You welcome. Attached Images
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Poochie Luxury at the redline :) 9105 Rep 7,563 Posts Drives: 2016 M2 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: NYC iTrader: (3)	I coded the rear view camera to allow it to activate at any speed or distance, so when I'm driving and some mouth-breather starts dangerously tailgating me; I switch the camera on.. I have a keen understanding on how the mind of a moron works, sort of like a feral animal; obvious self-preservation kicks in much quicker than logical reasoning, so the second they see the image of their vehicle on the iDrive screen, they assume they're being "recorded," and consequently fall back and stop tailgating.
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