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Congratulations, and thank you for choosing a BMW. Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide you with enhanced control and security when you drive it. Therefore we have one request: Please take the time to read this Owner's Manual and familiarize yourself with the information that we have compiled for you before starting off in your new BMW.
Notes About this Owner's Manual Additional sources of information Symbols used We have made every effort to ensure that you are able to find what you need in this Owner's Manual as quickly as possible. The fastest way to find specific topics is by using the detailed index at the end. If you wish to gain an initial overview of your vehicle, you will find this in the first chapter. If you have any additional questions, your BMW center will be glad to advise you.
Notes 5 Your individual vehicle Status at time of printing On purchasing your BMW, you have decided in favor of a model with individualized equipment and features. This Owner's Manual describes all models and equipment that BMW offers within the same group. BMW pursues a policy of continuous, ongoing development conceived to ensure that our vehicles continue to embody the highest quality and safety standards combined with advanced, state-of-the-art technology.
Notes Maintenance and repair Parts and accessories wheels, suspension components, brake dust shields, telephones – including Advanced technology, e.g. the Important safety information! use of modern materials and highFor your own safety, use genuine operation of any portable cellular phone from within the vehicle without using an performance electronics, requires spe- parts and accessories approved by externally mounted antenna – or transcially adapted maintenance and repair BMW. methods.
Notes 7 Service and warranty Reporting safety defects This manual is supplemented by a Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or a Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models. The following only applies to vehicles owned and operated in the US. We recommend that you read this publication thoroughly.
Cockpit 14 Instrument cluster 16 Indicator and warning lamps 18 Buttons in steering wheel* 22 Hazard warning triangle* 23 First-aid kit* 23 Refueling 24 Fuel specifications 25 Tire inflation pressure 25 Controls and features About this Owner's Manual 4 Additional sources of information 4 Symbols used 4 Your individual vehicle 5 Status at time of printing 5 For your own safety 5 Symbol on vehicle parts 6 Service and warranty 7 Reporting safety defects 7 Overview Notes Contents Opening and closing: Keys
Controls and features Contents Driving: Ignition lock 65 Starting the engine 65 Switching off the engine 67 Parking brake 67 Manual transmission 68 Sequential manual gearbox SMG* 69 Automatic transmission with Steptronic* 73 Turn signal indicator/Headlamp flasher 76 Washer/wiper system/Rain sensor* 77 Cruise control* 78 Everything under control: Odometer 80 Tachometer 80 Energy control 80 Fuel gauge 81 Engine coolant temperature gauge 81 Service interval display 82 Check Control 82 Clock 83 Computer* 84 9
Wheels and tires: Tire inflation pressure 124 Tire condition 124 Tire replacement 125 Wheel and tire combinations 127 Winter tires 127 Replacement procedures: Onboard tool kit 142 Windshield wiper blades 142 Lamps and bulbs 143 Changing a wheel 147 Run Flat tires* 150 Battery 151 Fuses 151 Technical data Special operating instructions: Break-in procedures 120 General driving notes 121 Antilock Brake System (ABS) 121 Brake system 122 Owner service procedures Operation, maintenance Contents Engine data
Index Contents 11 Everything from A to Z 166 Online Edition for Part-No.
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Cockpit 15 4 Hazard warning flashers 5 Central locking system 32 6 > Initiating an emergency call 152 > Mobile Service 152 7 Rear window defroster 100, 105 8 Horn: the entire surface Controls 3 Washer/wiper system/Rain sensor 77 Maintenance 2 > Turn signal indicators 76 > Standing lamps 95 > High beams 95 > Headlamp flasher 76 > Computer 84 Overview 1 Parking lamps/Low beams 94 9 Adjusting the steering wheel 55 Index Data Repairs 10 Fog lamps 96 Online Edition for Part-No.
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Instrument cluster 17 2 Indicator lamp for turn signals 20 3 Speedometer 4 Indicator and warning lamps 18 to 21 Overview 1 Fuel gauge 81 8 Control button for the clock 83 9 Selector lever and program display for automatic transmission/sequential manual gearbox 19, 69, 75 10 Display for > Trip odometer/Odometer 80 > Clock 83 > Service interval 82 > Computer 84 Maintenance 7 Indicator and warning lamps 18 to 21 Repairs 6 Engine coolant temperature gauge 81 Controls 5 Tachometer and Energy Control 8
Indicator and warning lamps Technology that monitors itself Indicator and warning lamps that are identified by ● are tested for proper functioning whenever the ignition key is turned. They each light up once for different periods of time. If a fault should occur in one of these systems, the corresponding lamp does not go out after the engine is started, or it lights up while the vehicle is moving. You will see how to react to this below.
Indicator and warning lamps Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) ● Engine oil level Indicator lamp flashes: If the lamp comes on during The system is actively regulating drive Please fasten safety belts ● normal vehicle operation: the torque and braking force. Comes on together with an engine oil level has fallen to the absoacoustic signal until the safety lute minimum; refill as soon as possible.
Indicator and warning lamps Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) and brake warning lamp ● The indicator lamps remain on: DSC/DTC have been switched off with the button or are faulty. Please consult the nearest BMW center. Additional information beginning on page 86 325xi, 330xi: DSC and ADB-X system malfunction. There is no provision for deactivating ADB-X. Please consult the nearest BMW center. For additional information: refer to page 89 Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) warning lamp for Canadian models.
Front fog lamps Lights up whenever you switch on the fog lamps. For additional information: refer to page 96 21 Overview Indicator and warning lamps Maintenance Repairs Data Index High beams Comes on when the high beams are on or the headlamp flasher is actuated. For additional information: refer to pages 76, 95 Controls Blue: for your information Online Edition for Part-No.
Buttons in steering wheel* These buttons let you operate the following functions quickly and without being distracted from traffic conditions: > Selected radio functions > The cruise control > Selected telephone functions > The voice recognition system. The controls are active only when the corresponding systems and accessories are switched on.
First-aid kit* The hazard warning triangle is stored in a storage case on the left side of the luggage compartment. The first-aid kit is located under the passenger seat. 23 Data Some of the articles in the first-aid kit have a limited period of use before expiration. For this reason, check the expiration dates of each of the items regularly and replace any whose expiration dates have passed. You can purchase replacements in any drugstore or pharmacy. in any drugstore or pharmacy.
Refueling Always observe all safety precautions posted at the service station when handling fuel. Never carry spare fuel containers in your vehicle. Whether empty or full, these containers can leak, cause an explosion, or lead to fire in the event of a collision.< Fuel filler door Always switch off the engine before refueling, as it is not possible to add fuel with the engine running, and attempts may also trigger the SERVICE ENGINE SOON lamp.
Fuel specifications Close the gas cap carefully after refueling until a click is heard. While closing, be sure not to squeeze the strap which is fastened to the cap. A loose or missing cap will activate the CHECK GAS CAP* lamp.< The engine uses lead-free gasoline only. > Premium Unleaded Gasoline, min. 91 AKI. AKI = Anti Knock Index Checking tire pressures Tire pressures in psi/kilopascal are shown on the driver's door post and are visible when the door is open.
Tire inflation pressure Vehicles with Flat Tire Monitor: After correcting the inflation pressures, reinitialize the system. Refer to page 92. Your vehicle is equipped with tires that not only meet US standards, but also European standards. We recommend the exclusive use of BMW approved tires. Check the tire pressures on a regular basis – at least twice a month – and before every extended journey.
Tire inflation pressure 27 41/280 225/45 ZR 17 245/40 ZR 17 29/200 – – 33/230 33/230 – – 41/280 205/50 195/65 205/55 205/50 32/220 36/250 36/250 44/300 30/210 35/240 35/240 42/290 225/45 ZR 17 245/40 ZR 17 30/210 – – 35/240 35/240 – – 42/290 205/50 R 17 93 V M+S extra load, 205/50 R 17 93 W extra load, 205/55 R 16 91 Q M+S, 225/50 R 16 92 Q M+S – not 325xi, 205/50 R 17 93 Q M+S extra load, 225/45 R 17 91 Q M+S 33/230 38/260 38/260 45/310 205/50 R 17 93 V M+S extra load, 205/50 R 1
Tire inflation pressure BMW Tires All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kilopascal with cold tires cold = ambient temperature 330xi 225/45 R 17 91 W All 30/210 35/240 35/240 42/290 225/45 ZR 17 245/40 ZR 17 30/210 – – 35/240 35/240 – – 42/290 205/50 R 17 93 V M+S extra load, 205/50 R 17 93 W extra load, 205/55 R 16 91 Q M+S, 205/50 R 17 93 Q M+S extra load 33/230 38/260 38/260 45/310 Space-saver spare tire 61/420 Online Edition for Part-No.
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Opening and closing 32 Keys Central locking system 2 Spare key – for storage in a safe place, such as in your wallet. This key is not intended for constant use. The luggage compartment lid and the glove compartment cannot be locked and unlocked with this key. This is useful for valet parking, for example The concept The central locking system is ready for operation whenever the driver's door is closed.
Opening and closing – via the remote control Persons or animals inside the vehicle may be able to lock the doors from the inside. For this reason, always take the vehicle keys with you so that the vehicle can be opened again from the outside at any time.< If it is no longer possible to lock the vehicle via the remote control, the battery is discharged. Use this key while driving for an extended period in order to recharge the battery.
Opening and closing – via the remote control Convenience opening mode Press and hold button: to open the electric power windows and glass sunroof. To lock and secure Press button. To switch on the interior lamps To open the luggage compartment lid External systems The remote control system's operation may be affected by other units or equipment operating in the immediate vicinity of your vehicle. Press button.
Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Any unauthorized modifications to these devices could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.< 35 Index Opening and closing – via the remote control Online Edition for Part-No.
Opening and closing – via the door lock Whenever closing the windows or sliding/tilt sunroof you should always monitor their path and progress to ensure that no one is injured. Release the key to stop the windows or sliding/tilt sunroof.< Manual operation In the event of electrical malfunction Turn the key all the way to the left or right to unlock or lock the driver's door. One turn of the key in the driver's door lock unlocks the driver's door only.
Opening and closing – from the inside 37 1. Press the button for the central locking system 2. Pull the release handle above the armrest on the door you wish to open Overview To unlock and open the doors If only the driver's door was unlocked from the outside and you press the button, then, with the driver's door still open, the passengerside door, the luggage compartment lid and the fuel filler door will unlock, too. If the driver's door is closed, it will be locked.
Luggage compartment lid The lock To secure separately To open from the outside Only the master keys fit in the lock for the luggage compartment lid, refer to page 32. Turn the master key to the right past the resistance point and then pull it out in the horizontal position. Press the button in the handle recess: the luggage compartment lid opens slightly. This locks the luggage compartment lid and disconnects it from the central locking system.
Luggage compartment lid To close If the luggage compartment lid has not been locked separately, you can open it with this button in the footwell on the driver's side when the vehicle is stationary. The handle recesses in the interior trim panel of the luggage compartment lid make it easier to pull the lid down. To avoid injuries, be sure that the travel path of the luggage compartment lid is clear when it is closed, following the same precautions as with all closing procedures.
Luggage compartment lid Luggage compartment Emergency release Floor panel This lever releases the luggage compartment lid from the luggage compartment's interior. Lift the floor panel with the ring, then use the tab to suspend it from the weather-stripping on the drip rail. Online Edition for Part-No.
Alarm system* You can also open the luggage compartment lid when the system is armed by pressing the remote control button, refer to page 34. The lid is once again secured when it is closed. Extended pressure on the button sets The system responds to unauthorized off the alarm – Panic mode, refer to vehicle entry and attempted theft by page 34. You can turn the floor mat over to trans- simultaneously activating the following: port soiled objects, etc.
Alarm system* armed: an attempted entry has been detected in the period since the system was armed. Following triggering of an alarm, the indicator lamp will flash continuously. > The indicator lamp below the interior rearview mirror flashes continuously: the system is armed > The indicator lamp flashes during arming: a door, the hood or luggage compartment lid is not completely closed.
Electric power windows With the ignition key in position 1 or higher: > Press the switch until you feel resistance: the window retracts as long as you maintain pressure on the switch Overview Controls Maintenance A contact strip is located on the inside upper frame of each of the front windows. If pressure is exerted against this contact strip while a window is being raised, the system will respond by stopping the window and then retracting it a small distance.
Electric power windows Glass sunroof, electric* To prevent injuries, exercise care when closing the glass sunroof and keep it in your field of vision until it is shut. When leaving the vehicle, always extract the ignition key from the lock and remember to close the doors to prevent children from operating the sunroof and injuring themselves, etc.
Glass sunroof, electric* 45 Tapping the switch again stops the motion immediately. > Slide the switch until you feel resistance: the sunroof opens and closes as long as you hold the switch > Slide the switch past the pressure point: the sunroof moves automatically. Tapping the switch again stops the motion immediately. The headliner insert retracts with the sunroof while it is opening.
Glass sunroof, electric* Manual operation In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can also operate the glass sunroof manually 1. Remove the interior lamp, then reach into the exposed opening and press out the cover 2. Use the Allen key from the onboard tool kit, refer to page 142, to turn the glass sunroof in the desired direction. Online Edition for Part-No.
To adjust Safe seating position Always maintain an adequate distance between yourself and the airbags. Always hold the steering wheel by the rim to keep any chance of injury to hands or arms to an absolute minimum should the airbag be deployed. Never allow any objects, individuals or animals to obstruct the areas between passengers and airbags. Never use the front airbag's cover as a storage tray or support for objects of any kind.
Seats Manual seat adjustment When adjusting your seat, always observe the following precautions Never try to adjust your seat while operating the vehicle. The seat could respond with unexpected movement, and the ensuing loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident. Never ride with the backrest reclined to an extreme angle. This is especially important for the front passenger to remember.
2 To tilt down: Push the lever down repeatedly, continuing until the seat reaches the desired tilt angle 3 Thigh support: Pull the lever and adjust the position of the thigh support for your personal comfort Repairs 1 To tilt up: Pull the lever up repeatedly, continuing until the seat reaches the desired tilt angle Data You can also adjust the tilt angle and the thigh support: Index BMW sports seat* adjustment Maintenance Controls Overview Manual seat adjustment Online Edition for Part-No.
Power seat adjustment* Lumbar support* Seat adjustment To adjust 1 Tilt angle You can adjust the backrest's contour for additional support in the curvature of your spine's lumbar region. 2 Backward/Forward adjustment 3 Height 4 Backrest angle The head restraint is adjusted manually, refer to page 51. With the BMW sports seat you can also adjust the thigh support, refer to page 49. The upper hips and spinal column receive supplementary support to help you maintain a relaxed, upright posture.
Head restraints Safety belts 51 Overview 2. Press button – see arrow 1 – and remove the head restraint. Installation – front Always wear your safety belt Height: pull the head restraint up or push it down. Always fasten your safety belt before starting off. As supplemental restraint devices, the airbags are designed to enhance the effectiveness of the safety belts, and not to replace them.
Safety belts The rear belt buckle with the word CENTER is intended exclusively for the passenger sitting in the middle.< Adjusting safety belt height Use the height adjustment mechanism to adapt the shoulder strap to the ideal level for your own body: > Slide the button up or down. Please refer to the seat adjustment instructions on page 47.
Seat and mirror memory* Memory will not retain the adjustment made to the lumbar support.< To store 1. Ignition key position 1 or 2 2. Adjust your seat and exterior mirrors to the desired position 3. Press the MEMORY button: the indicator lamp in the button lights up 4. Press memory button 1, 2 or 3, as desired: indicator lamp goes out.
Seat and mirror memory* Seat heating* Passenger-side exterior mirror tilt function The seat cushion and backrest can be heated with the ignition key in position 2. Automatic curb monitor* 1. Move mirror selector switch 1 to the driver's mirror position 2. When shifting into Reverse or placing the selector lever in position R, the passenger-side mirror tilts downward to help the driver monitor the area directly adjacent to the vehicle during parking – curbs, etc.
Mirrors Both mirrors are automatically heated when you turn the ignition key to position 2. To adjust To adjust exterior mirrors Never attempt to adjust the steering wheel while driving the vehicle – it could respond with unexpected movement, posing a potential accident hazard.< 1 Mirror switch for 4-way adjustment 1. Push the locking lever downward 2. Adjust steering column reach and height for your selected seating position 3. Pull the lever back up to clamp the steering wheel in the new position.
Mirrors rear of the mirror. Refrain from attaching stickers or other objects to the windshield in the area immediately behind the rearview mirror. Interior rearview mirror To reduce glare from vehicles behind you when you are driving at night, tilt the lens by turning the button. Vehicles without alarm system: Tilt the small lever forward.
Passenger safety systems Airbags 3 Side airbags on the driver and passenger sides – front and rear* Protective effect The front airbags supplement the threepoint safety belts by providing additional protection in the event of a severe frontal collision in which the protection afforded by the belts alone may no longer be sufficient. The head and side airbags help provide protection in the event of a collision from the side. The respective side airbag helps support the seat occupant's upper body.
Airbags All vehicle occupants should always sit upright and be properly restrained – infants and small children in appropriate child-restraint systems; larger children and adults using the safety belts. Never let an occupant's head rest near or on a side airbag because the inflating airbag could cause a serious or fatal injury. Please note that the word Airbag imprinted on the door trim panel indicates the airbag's location.
Airbags If there is a system malfunction, there is a risk that the airbags will not be triggered within their normal response range, even if the level of impact would normally have triggered them. Overview 59 This is the right way a larger child should sit wearing the seat belt when rear side airbags are provided. Maintenance Controls Have your BMW center inspect the airbag system immediately.
Transporting children safely Commercially available child-restraint systems are designed to be secured with a lap belt or with the lap belt portion of a combination lap/shoulder belt. Improperly or inadequately installed restraint systems can increase the risk of injury to children. Always read and follow the instructions that come with the system.
Transporting children safely All rear seating positions in your vehicle meet the recommendations of SAE J1819, an industry-recommended practice for securing child-restraint systems in motor vehicles. Overview Controls All of the rear belt retractors and the front passenger's safety belt can be locked for mounting and securing childrestraint systems. A label with the appropriate instructions for this is located in the immediate vicinity of the buckle latch of each safety belt.
Transporting children safely The belt cannot be extracted further. Always observe the installation instructions provided by the manufacturer of the child-restraint system. To unlock the safety belt Release the safety belt, remove the child seat and retract the safety belt to its end position on the belt retractor. LATCH child-restraint mounting system LATCH: Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren Remove the cover from the outside mount by pulling forward.
Transporting children safely The illustration is an example showing the anchorages for a LATCH childrestraint mounting system at the right rear seat. Child safety locks Slide down the lever located in the rear door: The door can now be opened from the outside only. Repairs With through-loading system: tilt the backrest halfway forward to make the cover easier to remove, refer to page 112.
Vehicle Memory, Key Memory How the system functions No doubt you have reflected at one time or another on how great it would be if you could permanently configure your vehicle's various features and adjustments to mirror your own individual preferences. In engineering your vehicle, BMW has provided for a number of options for personal adjustment that can be programmed into your vehicle at your BMW center.
Driving Ignition key positions 0 Steering locked 1 Steering unlocked 2 Ignition switched on After removing the key, turn the steering wheel slightly to the left or right until the lock engages. If the key is not removed, an acoustic signal is sounded after the driver's door has been opened. 3 Starting engine Steering unlocked Vehicles with automatic transmission: Do not move the selector lever from position P until the engine is running, ignition key position 2.
Starting the engine If the engine does not start on the first attempt – if it is very hot or cold, for instance: > Press the accelerator pedal halfway down while engaging the starter. Cold starts at extremely low temperatures below approx. +5 7/–156 and at altitudes over 3,300 ft/1,000 m: > On the first start attempt, it may be necessary to engage the starter for a longer period, but no longer than 20 seconds > Press the accelerator pedal halfway down while engaging the starter.
Parking brake 67 Move the selector lever into position P, and turn the ignition key to position 1 or 0. SMG gearbox If you turn the ignition key to position 1 or 0 with the selector lever in position R, or in sequential mode, a gear automatically remains engaged. If you turn the ignition key to position 1 or 0 with the selector lever in neutral position N, a warning tone and the flashing gear indicator in the display remind you that no gear is engaged to secure the vehicle against rolling.
Parking brake Manual transmission If exceptional circumstances make it necessary to engage the parking brake while the vehicle is in motion, do not pull it with excessive pressure. Keep your thumb pressed against the release button while carefully pulling the lever up. Excessive pressure can lead to overbraking and loss of traction – fishtailing – at the rear axle. The brake lamps do not come on when the parking brake is engaged.
Sequential manual gearbox SMG* Selector lever positions The current selector lever position is indicated by a light-emitting diode in the center console. R: Reverse N: Neutral Position for forward driving with onetouch functions: Sequential mode Shiftlock When the car is at a standstill, a safety function requires you to depress the brake pedal if you want to move the selector lever from the neutral position N to a driving position.
Sequential manual gearbox SMG* R Reverse Select only when the vehicle is stationary. N Neutral Always engage before starting the engine, refer to Starting the engine on page 66. Sequential mode Each time the engine is started, the sequential mode is activated as soon as you move the selector lever into the forward driving position while the brake is depressed. The gears are shifted via the shift paddles or the selector lever. It is also possible to drive off in second gear, e.g. on snow-covered roads.
Sequential manual gearbox SMG* 71 Warning tone Available displays RN123456 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 The currently engaged gear, the selected mode, and any malfunctions are displayed in the instrument cluster. Indicator lamp Repairs Maintenance An acoustic signal sounds if the SMG gearbox overheats; if possible you should either stop or increase your pullaway speed so that the system can cool down. Overview For information on jump-starting and towing the vehicle, refer to page 153.
Sequential manual gearbox SMG* 1. Activate the Sport program 2. Press and hold the DSC button, refer to page 87, for more than three seconds 3. Quickly press the accelerator pedal down fully: kickdown. The optimum rpm for driving off will be adjusted. To maintain vehicle stability, always drive with the DSC activated whenever possible.< Sport program You can choose between two driving programs: smoothly dynamic or Sport.
Automatic transmission with Steptronic* Selector lever positions P Park Select only when the vehicle is stationary. Transmission locks to prevent rear wheels from turning. R Reverse While the vehicle is stationary and Select only when the vehicle is stationbefore shifting out of Park or Neu- ary. tral, depress the footbrake in order to Starting the engine disengage the selector lever's lock N Neutral The engine can only be started in selec- mechanism – Shiftlock.
Automatic transmission with Steptronic* Kickdown The transmission will only execute upshifts and downshifts that will result in an appropriate combination of vehicle speed and engine rpm. For instance, downshifts that would result in excessive engine speed are not executed. The desired, then the actual gear, briefly appear in the instrument cluster. In the kickdown mode, you achieve maximum acceleration and top speed in position D.
Automatic transmission with Steptronic* Never work in the engine compartment when a drive gear – forward or reverse – is engaged. If you do this, the vehicle could move.< Available displays Bring the vehicle to a stop. Move the transmission selector lever to P. Set the parking brake and turn the engine off – ignition key to position 0. Wait a few seconds, then start the engine. If the indicator lamp goes out after a few seconds, normal transmission performance has been restored.
Turn signal indicator/Headlamp flasher 1 High beams – blue indicator lamp 2 Headlamp flasher – blue indicator lamp 3 Turn signal indicator – green indicator lamps accompanied by a periodic clicking sound from the relay To signal briefly Press the lever up to but not beyond the resistance point. It then returns to the center position when released. If the flashing of the turn signal indicators and the clicking from the relay are both faster than normal, one of the turn signal indicators has failed.
Washer/wiper system/Rain sensor* The rain sensor is positioned on the windshield, directly behind the interior rearview mirror. When the vehicle is stationary, the wipers operate at normal speed – not on vehicles with rain sensor. To activate the rain sensor: 3 Fast wiper speed 4 Brief wipe 5 Rotary dial for control of the wipe interval or the sensitivity of the rain sensor Intermittent mode Not on vehicles with rain sensor. You can set the wipe interval at four stages with rotary dial 5.
Washer/wiper system/Rain sensor* Cruise control* When the vehicle's lighting system is switched on, the headlamps will also be cleaned at reasonable intervals. Starting at about 20 mph / 30 km/h, you can maintain and store any vehicle speed that you specify. Windshield washer nozzles The cruise control is operational whenever the engine is running and the system has been activated. The windshield washer nozzles are heated automatically* when the ignition key is in position 2.
Cruise control* 79 To store and maintain speed or to accelerate With the cruise control active, the system automatically reduces the throttle opening to slow the vehicle. When you release the button, the system stores and maintains the current speed. Press button: The vehicle accelerates to and maintains the last speed stored. Overview To recall the stored setting The speed stored in memory is deleted. Press and hold button –: The vehicle accelerates without pressure on the accelerator pedal.
Everything under control 80 Odometer Tachometer 1 Odometer Do not operate the engine with the nee- Indicates the current fuel consumption dle in the red overspeed zone of the in mpg – in liters/100 km on Canadian gauge. models. This allows you to see whether To protect the engine, the fuel supply is your current driving style is conducive to fuel economy with minimum exhaust interrupted when you approach this emissions. sector.
Engine coolant temperature gauge Once the indicator lamp stays on continuously, there are still approx. 2 gallons/8 liters of fuel in the fuel tank. Blue 81 Certain operating conditions, such as those encountered in mountainous areas, may cause the needle to fluctuate slightly. Between the blue and red zones Normal operating range. The needle may rise as far as the edge of the red sector during normal operation. Repairs Fuel tank capacity approx. 16.6 gallons/63 liters. The engine is still cold.
Service interval display Check Control A flashing message and a '–' in front of the number mean that the service interval has already been exceeded by the distance shown on the display. Please contact your BMW center for an appointment. Remaining distance to next service The displays shown in the illustration appear for a few seconds when the ignition key is in position 1 or higher or after the engine is started.
Clock If you wish to have a permanent time display, you can make this adjustment in the radio display, refer to the Owner's Manual for Radio. Every time you press the button, the clock display alternates between the 12-hour and 24-hour mode. In ignition key position 0: the time is displayed for a few seconds after you press the left button, refer to Odometer on page 80. Before the clock can be set, the time must be showing in the instrument cluster display.
Computer* After giving an ice warning, the display returns to the previous setting.< The ice warning does not alter the fact that surface ice can form at temperatures above 37.5 7/+36, on bridges or shaded road surfaces, for instance.< Mode selection Outside temperature With the ignition key in position 1 or higher, you can use the button in the turn signal lever to request information from the computer.
Computer* It is important that you refuel when the cruising range falls below approx. 35 miles/50 km. Otherwise, the engine cannot be guaranteed to operate properly and damage may result.< Overview 85 If you continue to press and hold the button on the turn signal lever, the average fuel consumption last displayed is recalculated from that point in time. If you wish, you can have the average fuel consumption displayed in a different unit of measure.
Technology for safety and driving convenience 86 Park Distance Control (PDC)* The concept PDC is deactivated when you shift back out of Reverse. PDC does not remove the driver's personal responsibility for evaluatPDC assists you when you back into a ing the distance between the vehicle parking space. Acoustic signals alert You can have a signal set to con- and any objects.
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) Overview Controls DSC incorporates the Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) and Cornering Brake Control (CBC) functions. Indicator and warning lamps for Canadian models. For information on vehicles with allwheel drive, refer to page 89 ff. The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out shortly after the ignition has been switched on; refer to page 19.
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) Under these special circumstances traction is increased by deactivating the control systems that enhance traction under normal conditions. Deactivating the DSC and the DTC Press the DSC button down for at least 3 seconds; the indicator lamp and the yellow brake warning lamp will remain on continuously. The systems for enhancing stability and traction are deactivated, and there is no active braking intervention or torque control.
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) – 325xi, 330xi Overview Controls DSC includes the Automatic Differential Brake (ADB-X) and Cornering Brake Control (CBC) functions. Indicator lamps > The indicator lamp flashes: DSC is actively controlling drive torque and braking intervention > The indicator lamp stays lit: DSC has been switched off with the button; ADB-X is operational. ADB-X control intervention is not indicated.
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) – 325xi, 330xi Reactivating the DSC Press the button again; the indicator lamp goes out. The laws of physics cannot be repealed, even with DSC. An appropriate driving style always remains the responsibility of the driver. We therefore urge you to avoid using the additional safety margin of the system as an excuse for taking risks. The system does not intervene to enhance vehicle stability when switched off. Do not make any modifications to the DSC system.
Hill Descent Control (HDC)* You should always ensure that either reverse or first gear is engaged before using HDC, as the engine's braking effect is most pronounced in these gears, and only reduced engine braking is available in higher gears. The vehicle slows to a pace just slightly faster than walking speed. HDC is available for activation at vehicle speeds below approx. 22 mph / 35 km/h. When driving down steep hills, the vehicle reduces speed automatically down to about double walking speed – approx.
Flat Tire Monitor* The concept System limitations As you drive, the Flat Tire Monitor keeps track of pressure levels in all four tires. The system alerts you whenever the inflation pressure of a tire falls significantly below the pressure of another tire.
2. To continue driving, follow the instructions under Driving with a damaged tire on page 151. 1. Carefully reduce speed and come to a stop. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuvers 2. Determine which wheel is damaged If this cannot be determined, contact your BMW center.< 3. Replace the damaged wheel, refer to Changing a wheel on page 147. After replacing the damaged tire, initialize the system. System malfunction The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up yellow.
Lamps 94 Parking lamps/Low beams Follow me home lamps Automatic headlamp control* When you activate the headlamp flasher after parking the vehicle with the lamps turned off, the low-beam headlamps will come on for a short time. When the switch is set to this position, the system automatically activates and cancels the low beams in response to changes in ambient light – in tunnels, at dusk, etc. – and in the event of rain and snow. You can also have this function deactivated.
High beams/Standing lamps Turn the rotary dial to adjust the illumination intensity. 1 High beams – blue indicator lamp 95 2 Headlamp flasher – blue indicator lamp 3 Parking lamps Maintenance Controls Overview Instrument lighting As an additional feature, you can illuminate your vehicle on either side for parking: Repairs Standing lamps, left or right Index Data With the ignition key in position 0, engage the lever in the appropriate turn-signal position. Online Edition for Part-No.
Fog lamps* Interior lamps Front fog lamps The interior lamps operate automatically. The green indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up to indicate that the front fog lamps are on. If the automatic headlamp control is on, the low beams will come on automatically whenever you activate the front fog lamps.< To switch the interior lamps on and off manually Press button 1 briefly: If you want the interior lamps to remain off all the time, press and hold the button for approx. 3 seconds.
Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Do not remove the protective lens and avoid staring directly at the unfiltered beam for several hours, as inflammation of the retina could result.< 97 Index Interior lamps Online Edition for Part-No.
Controlling the climate for pleasant driving 98 Air conditioning Online Edition for Part-No.
Air conditioning 99 2 Air for the upper body area 101 3 Air to the footwell 4 Air supply/Blower 100 Overview 1 Air onto the windshield and the side windows Maintenance 9 Outside air/Recirculated-air mode 100 Repairs 8 Air conditioning 100 Data 7 Rear window defroster 100 Index 6 Air distribution 100 Controls 5 Temperature 100 Online Edition for Part-No.
Air conditioning Air supply/Blower Rear window defroster Outside air/Recirculated-air mode You can select blower speeds from 1 to 4. The heating and ventilation become more and more effective as the air supply settings are increased. In position 0, the blower and the heater are switched off. The outside air supply is blocked in position 0. When the rear window defroster is activated, the indicator lamp comes on. The rear window defroster switches off automatically.
Air conditioning 101 Microfilter 2 Levers for airflow direction 3 Rotary dial allows you to control the temperature of the airflow from these outlets as desired Controls Maintenance Repairs 1 Rotary dials for infinitely variable opening and closing of the vent outlets 1. Set the blower speed control for the air supply to position 4 2. Turn the rotary temperature control completely to the right to the red zone 3. Turn the rotary control for air distribution to position 4.
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Automatic climate control* 103 4 Air inlet for interior temperature sensor – please keep clear and unobstructed 5 Outside air/Automatic recirculatedair control (AUC)/Recirculated air 105 6 Automatic air distribution and supply 104 7 Individual air distribution 104 8 Temperature 104 Controls 3 Air to the footwell Maintenance 2 Air for the upper body area 105 Overview 1 Air onto the windshield and the side windows 10 Air supply/Blower 104 11 To defrost windows and remove condensation 104 Repairs 9
Automatic climate control* Tips for pleasant driving Use the automatic mode – switch on with AUTO button 6. Select the desired interior temperature. Detailed setting options are described for you in the following section. You can make the settings of your vehicle in such a manner that, when you unlock the vehicle with the remote control of your personal key, your own personalized setting for the automatic climate control is initiated.
Automatic climate control* > Indicator lamps off: outside airflow is on > Left indicator lamp on – AUC mode: the system recognizes pollutants in the outside air and blocks the flow of air when necessary. The system then recirculates the air currently within the vehicle.
Automatic climate control* Roller sun blind* Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter The built-in microfilter removes dust and pollen from the incoming air. The activated-charcoal filter provides additional protection by filtering gaseous pollutants from the outside air. Your BMW center replaces this combined filter as a standard part of your scheduled maintenance. A substantial reduction in airflow indicates that the filter needs to be replaced before scheduled maintenance.
Interior conveniences Glove compartment Harman Kardon premium sound system To open 107 The system responds to poor reception conditions by repeatedly alternating between the stereo and monophonic modes. You should then switch the system off. To close To prevent injury in the event of an accident, close the glove compartment immediately after use.< Repairs Fold the cover up. To lock Lock with one of the master keys. A master key will also be required to unlock the glove compartment.
Glove compartment Storage compartments If – for example for valet parking – you turn over only your spare key, refer to page 32, then access to the locked glove compartment is not possible.< Rechargeable flashlight The flashlight is located on the left side of the glove compartment. It features integral overload-protection, so it can be left in its holder continuously.
Storage compartments Rear center armrest* Storage package* Without through-loading system: With through-loading system: For your convenience, there are: Index 2 Beverages holder: press Data The rear center armrest includes a stor- The rear center armrest includes a bev- > Two flip-out sockets on the rear cenage compartment, a beverages holder erages holder and a litter bag holder. ter console and a litter bag holder.
Cellular phone* Ashtray, front* Cigarette lighter socket Suitable for attaching power supplies for flashlights, car vacuum cleaners, etc., up to a rating of approx. 200 watts at 12 volts. Avoid damage to the socket caused by inserting plugs of different shapes or sizes. Hands-free system To empty On vehicles that are wired for a telephone* or equipped with a communications package*, the cover for the hands-free microphone is located in the headliner near the interior lamp.
Repairs Data Press on the edge of the open cover in the opening direction: the ashtray moves up and can be removed. Index To empty Maintenance Controls Overview Ashtray, rear* Online Edition for Part-No.
Loading and transporting 112 Through-loading system* 1. Pull the corresponding lever to release 2. The backrest moves forward slightly when released. Reach into the gap and fold it down. When folding the backrest back into its original position always ensure that the detent engages securely. A loose backrest might fail to prevent cargo from entering the passenger compartment during sudden braking or evasive maneuvers, posing a potential hazard to occupants.
Ski bag* 113 Overview The ski bag allows the safe and clean transport of up to 4 pairs of standard skis or up to two snowboards. Repairs 1. Fold the center armrest outward. To store the ski bag, perform the above Loosen the trim from the upper steps in reverse sequence. Velcro® fastener and place it on the armrest 2. Press the button – see arrow 1, from inside the passenger compartment: this releases the cover panel in the luggage compartment 3.
Ski bag* Cargo loading Avoid overloading the vehicle so that the permitted load on the tires is not exceeded. Overloading can lead to overheating and internal tire damage. The ultimate result can assume the form of a sudden air loss.< Loading Securing cargo Vehicles with through-loading system: Secure skis and any other objects stored in the bag by tightening the 1. Fold the center armrest outward. retaining strap at the buckle.
Cargo loading Controls Maintenance Repairs > Load heavy cargo as far forward as possible – directly behind the backrests or the luggage compartment partition – and as low as possible > Cover sharp edges and corners > Do not pile objects higher than the top edge of the backrest Data Stowing cargo Index 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the XXX amount equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lbs.
Cargo loading Always position and secure loads correctly. If you do not, the load can endanger the passengers during braking or evasive maneuvers. Do not exceed the approved gross vehicle weight or the approved axle loads, refer to page 162. Otherwise the vehicle's operating safety is no longer assured and the vehicle will not be in compliance with the certification regulations.
Roof-mounted luggage rack* Anchorages Access to the anchorages: Drive smoothly and avoid sudden acceleration and braking. Do not corner at high speeds. To fold up the covers, please use the tool provided with the roof-rack system. The roof-mounted luggage rack and the roof load increase the aerodynamic Loading and driving notes resistance: increased fuel consumption and additional stress on the vehicle's Roof-mounted luggage racks raise the body are the result.
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Special operating instructions 120 Break-in procedures To ensure that your vehicle provides maximum economy throughout a long service life, we request that you observe the following suggestions. Engine and differential Up to 1,250 miles/2,000 km: Constantly vary both vehicle and engine speeds, remembering not to exceed 4,500 rpm or vehicle speeds of over 100 mph / 160 km/h: Obey your local and state maximum speed limits.
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Brakes: do not rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving. Even light but consistent pedal pressure can lead to high temperatures, brake wear and possibly even brake failure. Hydroplaning: when driving on wet or slushy roads, reduce road speed. If you do not, a wedge of water can form between tires and road surface. This phenomenon can lead to partial or complete loss of contact between the tires and road surface, as well as loss of vehicle control and braking ability.
Brake system Brake fluid level It is a good idea to periodically dry the brakes with a gentle application when Low brake fluid level in the reservoir combined with longer than usual pedal driving in rain and on wet roads. Watch traffic conditions to ensure that this travel may indicate a defect in one of maneuver does not endanger other the brake system's hydraulic circuits. road users.
Brake system 123 Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index BMW recommends using mobile communications devices, e.g. portable phones, inside the vehicle with a suitable outside antenna. Otherwise, it cannot be ruled out that the vehicle electronics and portable phone may interfere with each other. Overview Portable phone in the vehicle Online Edition for Part-No.
Wheels and tires 124 Tire inflation pressure Tire condition Information for your safety wall with TWI – Tread Wear Indicator. At a tread depth of 1/16 in / 1.6 mm, the indicators signal that the legally permissible wear limit has been reached. The factory-approved tires are matched to your vehicle and have been selected to provide optimum safety and driving comfort when used properly.
Tire condition Tire replacement Do not drive on a flat tire unless your vehicle is equipped with Run Flat tires. A flat tire greatly impairs steering and braking response, and can lead to complete loss of control over the vehicle. Avoid overloading the vehicle so that the permitted load on the tires is not exceeded. Overloading can lead to overheating and internal tire damage. The ultimate result can assume the form of a sudden air loss.
Tire replacement Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.
For each tire size, BMW has assessed the safe performance of specific tire brands and approved them for use. Consult any BMW center for details. Comply with any local/national regulations, for example by recording the tire type in the vehicle documents. tion pressures specified on the tire sidewall. In the interest of safe tracking and steering response, install winter tires made by the same manufacturer and having the same tread configuration on all four wheels.
Winter tires the tire sidewall, refer to Changing a wheel. In this case, use only Run Flat winter tires, since no spare tire is provided in the event of a flat tire. Tire condition, tire pressure At tread depths below approx. 3/16 in / 4 mm, winter tires display a perceptible decrease in their ability to cope with winter driving conditions, and should be replaced in the interest of safety.
In the engine compartment Hood To open To close Pull the lever located under the lefthand side of the instrument panel. Pull the release handle and open the hood. Allow the hood to fall from a height of about 1 ft/30 cm so that it audibly engages. Data To avoid injuries, be sure that the travel path of the hood is clear when it is closed, following the same safety precautions used in all closing procedures.
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Engine compartment essentials 131 3 Coolant expansion tank 134 4 Reservoir for the headlamp and windshield washer system 132 Overview 1 Brake fluid reservoir 134 2 Engine oil dipstick 132 Maintenance Repairs Data Index 6 Auxiliary terminal for jumpstarting 153 Controls 5 Engine oil filler neck 133 Online Edition for Part-No.
Washer fluids Engine oil The oil volume between the two marks on the dipstick corresponds to approx. 1.1 US quarts/1 liter. Do not fill beyond the upper mark on the dipstick. Excess oil will damage the engine. Headlamp* and windshield washer system Capacity approx. 5.6 US quarts/5.3 liters Fill with water and, if required, with a washer antifreeze additive according to manufacturer's recommendations. We recommend that you mix the washer fluid before adding it to the reservoir.
Engine oil Only add engine oil when the oil level has dropped to just above the lower mark on the dipstick. BMW engines are designed to operate without oil additives; the use of additives could lead to damage in some cases. This also applies to the manual transmission, the automatic transmission, the differential, and the power steering system.< Recommendation: have the oil changed at your BMW center.
Coolant Do not add coolant to the cooling system when the engine is hot. If you attempt to do so, escaping coolant can cause burns. Antifreeze and anti-corrosion agents are hazardous to health. You should always store them in closed original containers and in a location which is out of reach of children. Antifreeze and anti-corrosion agents are inflammable. For this reason, do not spill them on hot engine parts. They could ignite and cause serious burns. Comply with the instructions on the containers.
Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Comply with the applicable environmental laws regulating the disposal of brake fluid.< Data Brake fluid is hygroscopic, that is, it absorbs moisture from the air over time. In order to ensure the brake system's safety and reliability, have the brake fluid changed every two years by a BMW center. Refer to the Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models.
Maintenance 136 The BMW Maintenance System The BMW Maintenance System has been designed as a reliable means of providing maximum driving and operating safety – and as cost-effectively as possible for you. This service strategy accurately reflects your own vehicle's specific needs by defining maintenance intervals according to individual operating conditions.
Overview Controls Maintenance You can find everything you need to know on this topic by consulting the separate Caring for your vehicle brochure. Repairs Care Data Have your BMW center perform maintenance and repair. Be sure that all maintenance work is recorded in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models, or in the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models.
Laws and regulations 138 California Proposition 65 warning OBD interface socket California laws require us to state the following warning: Engine exhaust and a wide variety of automobile components and parts, including components found in the interior furnishings in a vehicle, contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects and reproductive harm.
Overview Controls Maintenance If the gas cap is not on tight enough, the OBD system can detect leaking vapor and the indicator will light up. If the gas cap is then tightened, the indicator will usually go out after a short period of time.< Repairs SERVICE ENGINE SOON warning lamp for Canadian models. Data engine misfiring for even a short period of time can seriously damage emission control system components, especially the catalytic converter.
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Replacement procedures 142 Onboard tool kit Windshield wiper blades The onboard tool kit is located in the luggage compartment lid. 1. Switch off the engine 2. Fold the wiper arm completely out from the windshield 3. Position the wiper blade at an angle and pull the release spring – see arrow 4. Fold the wiper blade down and unhook it toward the windshield 5. Pull the wiper blade past the wiper arm toward the top 6. Insert a new wiper blade and apply pressure until you hear it engage.
Lamps and bulbs Before working on the electrical system, switch off the electrical accessory you are working on or disconnect the cable from the negative terminal of the battery. Failure to observe this precaution could result in short circuits. To prevent injuries and damage, comply with any instructions provided by the bulb manufacturer.< Low beams and high beams Engine compartment, left side: 1 Low beams 2 High beams H7 bulb, 55 watts The H7 bulb is pressurized.
Lamps and bulbs Parking lamps Front turn signal indicators 5 watt bulb 21 watt bulb Engine compartment, left side: 1. Extend a screwdriver through the upper opening and loosen the screw, continuing until you can extract the bulb by removing it from the front 2. Disconnect the plug 3. Apply gentle pressure and turn the bulb toward the letters AUF – refer to the marking on the housing – then remove it for replacement 4. Connect the plug 1. Turn the bulb holder to the left and remove 2.
Lamps and bulbs 5 watt bulb 1 Brake lamp Right-hand luggage compartment opening: 1. Press the back edge of the lamp toward the front with the tip of your finger and remove 2. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while turning it to the left to remove. 2 Backup lamp Bulbs in the fender: 3 Tail lamp All of the bulbs are integrated in a central bulb holder. Bulbs: 21 watt 1. Unscrew the bulb holder – see arrow in close-up view – to remove 2. Unplug the power supply plug.
Lamps and bulbs Bulbs in the luggage compartment lid: 1. Use a screwdriver to release the two clips 2. Swing trim panel down – see arrow 1. Release the bulb holder – see arrow 2 – and remove it 3. Applying light pressure, turn the bulb to the left. Remove and replace the bulb 4. Press the bulb holder into place, continuing until you hear it engage 5. Reinstall the trim panel with the clips. Center high-mount brake lamp LED strip on the rear window.
Your BMW is equipped with a spare tire or a space-saver spare tire designed for temporary use in maintaining the vehicle's mobility in an emergency. To remove the spare tire, lift the floor panel in the luggage compartment completely out, refer to page 40.< Overview Controls height and reduce its support capacity. Do not lie under the vehicle or start the engine when the vehicle is supported by the jack. There is otherwise a risk of fatal injury.< Maintenance 1.
Changing a wheel securely in front of the tire. If the wheel must be changed on a surface with a more severe slope, take additional precautions to secure the vehicle from rolling 3. Wheels with full wheel covers*: Reach into the ventilation openings and pull the cover off 4. Loosen the lug bolts by rotating half a turn What you will need In order to avoid rattling noises later, note the position of the tools when you remove them and return them to their original position when you are done using them.
Changing a wheel Protect valve stems and valves from dirt using screw-on valve stem caps. Dirty valve stems frequently lead to slow pressure loss. Repairs 13. Wheels with full wheel covers*: place the wheel cover with the valve opening over the valve. Use both hands to press the cover securely onto the rim 14. Check and correct the tire inflation pressure at the earliest opportunity.
Changing a wheel Run Flat tires* Do not attempt to install the full wheel cover on the space-saver spare tire, since this could damage the cover.< Driving with the space-saver spare tire The vehicle jack is designed for changing wheels only. Do not attempt to raise another vehicle model with it or to raise any other type of load. To do so could cause accidents and personal injury.
Depending on the cargo load, Run Flat tires allow you to continue driving at a maximum speed of 50 mph / 80 km/h. If there is a total loss of tire inflation pressure, 0 psi/0 kPa, or obvious tire damage, you can determine the distance you may continue driving based on the following values: The battery is maintenance-free, that is, the original electrolyte will normally last for the service life of the battery under moderate climatic conditions.
Giving and receiving assistance 152 Receiving assistance The BMW Group's Mobile Service offers you 24-hour assistance in the event of a breakdown, even on weekends and holidays. If the indicator lamp is flashing but you cannot hear the emergency call center, you may still be heard by the emergency call center. The telephone numbers of the Mobile Service control center in your country are listed in the BMW Dealer Directory.
Preparations 1. Check whether the battery of the support vehicle has 12 volts and approximately the same capacity – measured in Ah. This information is provided on the battery 2. Stop the engine of the support vehicle 3. Switch off all electrical components in both vehicles. Make absolutely certain that there is no contact between the bodywork of the two vehicles. Otherwise there is a short circuit hazard.< 1. Open the cover of the BMW auxiliary 1.
Jump-starting 2. Start the engine of the other vehicle as usual. If the first start attempt is not successful, wait a few minutes before another attempt in order to allow the discharged battery to recharge 3. Allow the engines to run for several minutes 4. Disconnect the jumper cables in reverse sequence. Depending on the cause of the fault, have the battery checked and recharged by your BMW center. Do not use spray starter fluids to start the engine.
Towing the vehicle 325xi, 330xi: towing the vehicle with the front or rear axle raised 1. Place the transmission in Neutral 2. Switch off the engine 3. Maximum towing speed: 30 mph / 50 km/h 4. Maximum towing distance: 90 miles/150 km. Remove the rear driveshaft for longer towing distances with the front axle lifted; remove the front driveshaft for towing over longer distances with the rear axle lifted. Failure to comply with this will result in damage to the transfer box.
Towing the vehicle Avoid staggered towing and be careful that the towing strap is taut before starting to drive the vehicle doing the towing.< Use only a nylon towing strap to tow the vehicle, since the inherent resilience of this material helps protect both vehicles from sudden jerking movements. The towed vehicle should always be the lighter of the two vehicles. If this is not the case, it will not be posPress out the cover panel with a screw- sible to control vehicle handling.
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Engine data 320i 325i, 325xi 330i, 330xi 132.5/2,171 6 152.2/2,494 6 181.8/2,979 6 Displacement Number of cylinders cu in/cm Maximum power output at engine speed hp rpm 168 6,100 184 6,000 225 5,900 Max. torque at engine speed lb ft/Nm rpm 155/210 3,500 175/237 3,500 214/290 3,500 Compression ratio ε 10.8 10.5 10.2 Stroke Bore in/mm in/mm 2.83/72 3.15/80 2.95/75 3.31/84 3.53/89.6 3.
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Weights 320i 325i 325xi 330i 330xi Curb weight with manual transmission/SMG with automatic transmission lbs/kg lbs/kg 3,142/1,425 3,219/1,460 3,219/1,460 3,307/1,500 3,461/1,570 3,527/1,600 3,285/1,490 3,362/1,525 3,483/1,580 3,538/1,605 Approved gross vehicle weight with manual transmission/SMG with automatic transmission lbs/kg lbs/kg 4,200/1,905 4,277/1,940 4,277/1,940 4,365/1,980 4,520/2,050 4,586/2,080 4,343/1,970 4,420/2,005 4,541/2,060 4,597/2,085 Approved front axle load lbs
Capacities 163 Fuel specification, refer to page 25 Windshield/ Headlamp washer reservoir quarts/liters approx. 5.6/5.3 Specifications, refer to page 132 Engine oil and filter change quarts/liters 320i, 325i, 330i: approx. 6.9/6.5 325xi, 330xi: approx. 6.6/6.2 BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil Specifications, refer to page 132 – Lifetime lubricant, no oil change required Data Index Manual and automatic transmission, transfer box and differential Controls approx. 16.6/63 approx. 2.
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Everything from A to Z A ABS Antilock Brake System 121 indicator lamp 18 Acceleration assistant 72 Accessories, refer to For your own safety 5 Accident, refer to Emergency call 152 Activated-charcoal filter 106 ADB-X Automatic Differential Brake, all-wheel 89 Adding brake fluid 134 Additional sources of information 4 Air conditioning 98 Air conditioning mode 100 automatic climate control 104 Air distribution air conditioning 100 automatic climate control 104 Air distribution, individual 104 Air outlets, ref
Everything from A to Z Overview Controls Maintenance Central locking system 32 button 37 passenger compartment 37 Changing a wheel 147 Charge indicator lamp 18 Check Control 82 Check Gas Cap indicator lamp 19 Child safety locks 63 Child seats 60 Child-restraint systems 60 Chock 148 Cigarette lighter 110 Cigarette lighter socket 110 Cleaning chrome parts, refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure Cleaning light alloy wheels, refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure Cleaning the vehicle, refer to t
Everything from A to Z Closing from inside 37 from outside 33 Clothes hooks 121 Clutch breaking in 120 Cockpit 14 Code, refer to the Owner's Manual for Radio/Onboard Computer Coin box 108 Cold start, refer to Starting the engine 65 Compact disc operation, refer to the Owner's Manual for Radio/Onboard Computer Compartments 108 Compression ratio, refer to Engine data 160 Computer 84 Condensation, refer to Air conditioning mode 100, 104 Configuring settings, refer to Vehicle Memory, Key Memory 64 Connecting a
Everything from A to Z Overview Controls Maintenance F False alarm, refer to Avoiding unintentional alarms 42 Fastening the safety belts 51 Fault displays 82 First aid, refer to First-aid kit 23 First-aid kit 23 Flashlight 108 Flashlight, refer to Rechargeable flashlight 108 Flat tire 147 Flat Tire Monitor 92 space-saver spare tire 147 Flat Tire Monitor 92 indicator lamp 18, 19, 93 Flat tire, refer to Tire condition 124 Fluid reservoir for washer systems 132 Fog lamps 96 indicator lamp 20 Folding rear bac
Everything from A to Z Fuel display 81 quality 25 volume 163 Fuel consumption display 80, 85 Fuel display, refer to Fuel gauge 81 Fuel economy, refer to Energy control 80 Fuel filler door 24 release following an electrical malfunction 24 Fuel level indicator, refer to Fuel gauge 81 Fuel mixture preparation 160 Fuel reserve indicator, refer to Fuel gauge 81 Fuel tank capacity 163 Fuses 151 G Gasoline consumption, refer to Average fuel consumption 85 Gasoline, refer to Fuel specifications 25 Gear indicator 71
Everything from A to Z K Key Memory 64 Keys 32 with remote control 32 Kickdown 70, 74 L Lamp defect 143 Lamps and bulbs 143 Lashing down loads, refer to Cargo loading 114 Lashing eyelets, refer to Securing cargo 116 Overview Controls Maintenance Locking and unlocking doors from inside 37 from outside 33, 36 Low beams 94 automatic 94 bulb replacement 143 indicator lamp, defective lamp 82 Lug bolts 148 key 148 torque 148 Luggage compartment capacity 162 emergency operation, refer to Manual operation 38 flo
Everything from A to Z Luggage compartment lid 38 emergency operation 38 emergency release 40 indicator lamp 82 opening from inside the vehicle 38, 39 opening from outside 38 remote control 34 securing separately 38 unlocking manually 38 Luggage rack, refer to Roofmounted luggage rack 117 Lumbar support 50 M M+S tires, refer to Winter tires 127 Maintenance 82, 136 Maintenance system 136 Making telephone calls, refer to the telephone Owner's Manual Malfunction door lock 36 fuel filler door 24 Malfunction dis
Everything from A to Z Overview Controls Maintenance Recirculated-air mode air conditioning 100 automatic climate control 105 Recirculating the air, refer to Recirculated-air mode 100, 105 Reclining seat, refer to Seat adjustment 48, 50 Refueling 24 fuel filler door 24 Releasing hood 129 Remaining distance to service 82 Remaining distance, refer to Range 85 Remote control 33 luggage compartment lid 34 malfunction 34 Replacement key 33 Replacing lamps, refer to Lamps and bulbs 143 Replacing tires 125 Repor
Everything from A to Z Reverse automatic transmission with Steptronic 73 SMG gearbox 70 Reverse gear manual transmission 68 Roller sun blind 106 Roof load capacity 162 Roof-mounted luggage rack 117 Run Flat tires 126, 150 S Safe seating position 47 Safety belt height adjustment 52 Safety belts 51 sitting safely 47 warning lamp 18 Safety feature glass sunroof 45 Safety precautions 5 Safety switch for rear windows 44 Safety systems, refer to Antilock Brake System 121 Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) 87 Screwdr
Everything from A to Z Overview Controls Maintenance Torque engine 160 lug bolts 148 Tow sockets for towing eyelet 155 Towing eyelet 155 Towing the vehicle 154 Track width, refer to Dimensions 161 Transmission automatic transmission with Steptronic 73 sequential manual gearbox SMG 69 Transmission lock, refer to P Park 73 Transmission malfunction automatic transmission with Steptronic 75 sequential manual gearbox SMG 71 Transport securing devices, refer to Securing cargo 116 Transporting children safely 60
Everything from A to Z Treadwear indicator in the tires, refer to Tire tread – tire damage 124 Treadwear, tires 124 Trigger alarm – Panic mode 34 Trip distance recorder, refer to Trip odometer 80 Trip meter, refer to Trip odometer 80 Trip odometer 80 Trunk lid, refer to Luggage compartment lid 38 Trunk lighting, refer to Luggage compartment lighting 38 Turn signal indicator 76 bulb replacement 144 indicator lamp 20 Turn signal indicator, side bulb replacement 145 Turning circle, refer to Dimensions 161 TV f
Everything from A to Z 177 Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index X Xenon lamps bulb replacement 143 Overview Wrench, refer to Onboard tool kit 142 Online Edition for Part-No.
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Refueling To ensure that you always have convenient access to all essential information when you stop for fuel, we recommend that you fill out the adjoining chart by entering the data that apply to your vehicle. Consult the index for individual specifications. Fuel Designation Please enter your preferred fuel here. Engine oil Quality The oil volume between the two marks on the dipstick corresponds to approx. 1.1 US quarts/1 liter.
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