CONTROLS -> Storage compartments for your BMW 2 Series 2014-2021
Storage compartments
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Storage compartments
▷ Glove box on the passenger side, see
page 217.
Vehicle equipment
▷ Glove box on the driver's side, see page 218.
▷ Pockets in the doors, see page 218.
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐
cific and special equipment available for the
model series. It may therefore describe equip‐
ment which is not installed in your vehicle, for ex‐
ample on account of the optional equipment se‐
lected or the country variant. This also applies to
safety-relevant functions and systems. Please
comply with the relevant laws and regulations
when using the corresponding functions and
systems.
▷ Front storage compartment, in front of cu‐
pholders, see page 218.
▷ Storage compartment in the front centre
armrest, see page 219.
▷ Nets on the backrests of the front seats.
▷ Storage compartment in the centre console
in the rear, see page 219.
▷ With two rear seats: storage compartment
between the rear seats, see page 219.
Safety notes
Glove box
WARNING
Loose objects or devices connected by a cable
to the vehicle, for example mobile telephones,
may be thrown around the interior during the
journey, for example in the event of an accident
or when braking or carrying out evasive ma‐
noeuvres. There is a danger of injury. Ensure
that loose objects or devices connected by ca‐
ble to the vehicle are secured in place in the in‐
terior.
Front passenger's side
Safety note
WARNING
The glove box projects into the interior when it
is opened. Objects in the glove box may be
thrown around the interior during the journey,
for example in the event of an accident or when
braking or carrying out evasive manoeuvres.
There is a danger of injury. Immediately close
the glove box after using it.
NOTE
Anti-slip mats can damage the dashboard.
There is a risk of material damage. Do not use
anti-slip mats.
Storage facilities
The following storage facilities are located in the
interior:
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Opening
Closing
Fold cover closed.
Pockets in the doors
General
There are storage compartments in the doors.
Safety note
Pull the handle.
The lighting in the glove box comes on.
WARNING
Breakable objects, for example glass bottles or
glasses, can break in the event of an accident.
Shards may scatter throughout the interior.
There is a danger of injury or damage to prop‐
erty. Do not use breakable objects while driving.
Only stow breakable objects in closed storage
compartments.
Closing
Fold cover closed.
Driver's side
Safety note
WARNING
Front storage compartment
The glove box projects into the interior when it
is opened. Objects in the glove box may be
thrown around the interior during the journey,
for example in the event of an accident or when
braking or carrying out evasive manoeuvres.
There is a danger of injury. Immediately close
the glove box after using it.
Opening
There is a storage compartment in the centre
console.
Pull the handle.
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Centre armrest
Storage compartment
between the rear seats
Front
A storage compartment is located between the
rear seats.
General
There is a storage compartment in the centre
armrest between the front seats.
Cupholders
Safety note
WARNING
Opening
Unsuitable containers placed in the cupholders
may damage the cupholders or be flung into
the interior, for example in the event of an acci‐
dent or when braking or carrying out evasive
manoeuvres. Spilt liquids can distract the driver
from the road and lead to an accident. Hot bev‐
erages may damage the cupholders or cause
scalding. There is a danger of injury or damage
to property. Do not force objects into the cup‐
holder. Use lightweight, sealable and shatter‐
proof containers. Do not transport hot drinks.
Fold the centre armrest upwards.
Sliding
The centre armrest can be slid in the longitudinal
direction and engages in the end positions.
Connection for external audio
device
Front
An external audio device, for example an MP3
player, can be connected via the USB audio in‐
terface in the centre armrest.
Storage compartment in
the rear
There is a storage compartment in the centre
console in the rear.
There are two cupholders in the centre console.
To open: push the cover forward.
To close: push the cover backwards.
Rear
In the centre armrest.
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age to property. Only hang lightweight objects,
for example items of clothing, on the coat
hooks.
Storage compartments in
the boot
Pull centre armrest forward with the loop.
To open: press the button.
Storage compartment
There is one storage compartment each on the
left and right.
To close: push both covers back in one after the
other.
Net for storage compartment
Smaller items can be stowed in the net of the
right storage compartment.
NOTE
If the cupholder is open, the centre armrest
cannot be folded back. There is a risk of mate‐
rial damage. Push back the covers before fold‐
ing up the centre armrest.
Bag holders
WARNING
Incorrect use of the bag holders can present a
danger, for example if objects are flung around
in the event of braking and evasive manoeu‐
vres. There is a danger of injury and damage to
property. Only hang light objects, for example
shopping bags, on the bag holders. Only trans‐
port heavy luggage in the boot if suitably se‐
cured.
Coat hooks
General
The clothes hooks are in the back.
Safety notes
WARNING
Items of clothing on the coat hooks can impair
visibility when driving. There is a risk of acci‐
dent. Hang items of clothing from the coat
hooks so they do not obstruct visibility when
driving.
WARNING
In the boot there is a bag holder on each side.
Incorrect use of the coat hooks can present a
danger, for example if objects are thrown
around in the event of braking and evasive ma‐
noeuvres. There is a danger of injury and dam‐
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Lashing eyes in the boot
There are two or four lashing eyes in the boot for
securing the loads, see page 228.
Floor net
The floor net can also be used for securing the
load, see page 228, and for storing small parts.
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