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BMW 323i 2000 Service And Warranty Information

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  • Page 1 Service and Warranty Information 2000 323i, 328i...
  • Page 2 Model Year Owner/Driver Information: Name Retail/In-Service Date Address Trim Code Color Code Production Date License Plate Number BMW center Telephone Numbers: Owner/Driver Telephones: Offices Business Services Home...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    – Car Rental Discounts ............28 Scheduled Maintenance, Oil Service Record .... 11-12-13 – Exclusions ................28 Emission Control Maintenance Schedule ......14 Summary of BMW Limited Warranties ........29 Battery Care ............... 15 New Vehicle Limited Warranty ......... 30-31 Corrosion Protection ............15 Limited Warranty Rust Perforation ........

  • Page 4: Maintenance Program

    – Tires, wheel alignment, tire balance and ro- upgrade can be purchased through your autho- by the Maintenance Program. tation. rized BMW center during the first 36 months or – Wear and tear of soft trim items, such as: 36,000 miles of ownership, whichever occurs Coverage seats, carpets, moldings, headliner, door first.

  • Page 5: Maintenance System

    The BMW Maintenance System has been devised If the service interval indicator displays an illogical with the following objectives: to maximize vehicle reading, or if there is no display, consult a BMW safety, reliability, and resale value by minimizing center.
  • Page 6 For your convenience, you may also wish to have cluded in each of the elements of the BMW API rating of SJ or higher. your BMW center perform any necessary opera- Maintenance System is found on pages 5-14.

  • Page 7: Quality Certification I

    BMW center, per- Signature of Service Manager haps while regular maintenance is performed. Your BMW center can also recommend a gaso- line additive that will provide sufficient detergency. Quality Certification I While this recommended unscheduled mainte-...

  • Page 8: Engine Oil Service

    Engine Oil Service Engine Compartment Change oil and oil filter while engine is at normal operating temperature. • Reset service interval indicator. • Replace microfilter. • Check overall thickness of front and rear disc brake pads using special tool. If replacement is necessary: Examine brake disc surfaces. Clean brake pad contact points in calipers.

  • Page 9: Inspection I

    Inspection I Only those items of inspection work which apply to your vehicle will be performed. This list is subject to amendment. Undercarriage Change oil and oil filter while engine is at normal operating temperature. • Check transmission for leaks. •...

  • Page 10: Inspection Ii

    Inspection I Body/Electrical Check battery state-of-charge indicator and charge if required. • Check lighting system, i.e.: headlights, foglights, parking, back-up, license plate, interior (including map reading lights), glove box, flashlight, illuminated makeup mirrors, luggage compartment/area lights. • Check instrument panel and dashboard illumination. •...

  • Page 11: Spark Plug Services

    Inspection II Includes all items listed under Inspection I, and the following checks and maintenance operations. Engine Compartment Replace air cleaner element. (Note: Reduce replacement interval in dusty operating conditions). • Brake Fluid Service Replace brake fluid every 2 years (time interval begins from the vehicle’s production date). •...

  • Page 12: Special Maintenance Record

    Record of Spark Plug Record of Oxygen Record of brake/clutch Record of coolant Replacement Sensor replacement fluid changes changes (Every 100,000 Miles) (Every 100,000 Miles) (Every 2 years) (Every 4 years) Date Mileage Date Mileage Date Date Speedometer (Odometer Memory) changed: Mileage Date...
  • Page 13 BMW Engine Oil Service BMW Engine Oil Service BMW Engine Oil Service BMW Engine Oil Service BMW Engine Oil Service BMW Inspection I BMW Inspection I BMW Inspection I BMW Inspection I BMW Inspection I BMW Engine Oil Service BMW Engine Oil Service...
  • Page 14 BMW Engine Oil Service BMW Engine Oil Service BMW Engine Oil Service BMW Engine Oil Service BMW Engine Oil Service BMW Inspection I BMW Inspection I BMW Inspection I BMW Inspection I BMW Inspection I BMW Engine Oil Service BMW Engine Oil Service...
  • Page 15 BMW Engine Oil Service BMW Engine Oil Service BMW Engine Oil Service BMW Engine Oil Service BMW Engine Oil Service BMW Inspection I BMW Inspection I BMW Inspection I BMW Inspection I BMW Inspection I BMW Engine Oil Service BMW Engine Oil Service...

  • Page 16: Emission Control Maintenance Schedule

    Emission Control Maintenance Schedule The maintenance schedule as shown is required for the proper functioning of the emission control systems for optimum vehicle performance and fuel economy. Abbreviations: Inspect Replace part(s) and/or fluid listed Basic Engine Engine oil............. Engine oil filter............Fuel System Air filter..............

  • Page 17: Battery Care

    Extensive corrosion protection measures imple- Requirements for maintaining the six-year limited than 10 miles over a prolonged period of time, mented by BMW now make it possible to offer a anti-corrosion warranty are outlined in the War- without an occasional drive at highway speeds, six-year limited anti-corrosion warranty against rust ranty Section of this Statement (page 30).

  • Page 18: Body Inspection

    Body inspection Vehicle inspected and repaired if necessary to BMW standards required by BMW six year anti- corrosion warranty Partially* *Remarks–explain (use repair order if necessary) The undersigned herewith confirms that this inspection has been carried out by the BMW center below and this BMW center has given notification of any body repairs necessary.
  • Page 19 Body inspection Vehicle inspected and repaired if necessary to BMW standards required by BMW six year anti- corrosion warranty Partially* *Remarks–explain (use repair order if necessary) The undersigned herewith confirms that this inspection has been carried out by the BMW center below and this BMW center has given notification of any body repairs necessary.
  • Page 20 Body inspection Vehicle inspected and repaired if necessary to BMW standards required by BMW six year anti- corrosion warranty Partially* *Remarks–explain (use repair order if necessary) The undersigned herewith confirms that this inspection has been carried out by the BMW center below and this BMW center has given notification of any body repairs necessary.
  • Page 21 Body inspection Vehicle inspected and repaired if necessary to BMW standards required by BMW six year anti- corrosion warranty Partially* *Remarks–explain (use repair order if necessary) The undersigned herewith confirms that this inspection has been carried out by the BMW center below and this BMW center has given notification of any body repairs necessary.
  • Page 22 Body inspection Vehicle inspected and repaired if necessary to BMW standards required by BMW six year anti- corrosion warranty Partially* *Remarks–explain (use repair order if necessary) The undersigned herewith confirms that this inspection has been carried out by the BMW center below and this BMW center has given notification of any body repairs necessary.

  • Page 23: Body Inspection

    Body inspection Vehicle inspected and repaired if necessary to BMW standards required by BMW six year anti- corrosion warranty Partially* *Remarks–explain (use repair order if necessary) The undersigned herewith confirms that this inspection has been carried out by the BMW center below and this BMW center has given notification of any body repairs necessary.

  • Page 24: Customer Assistance Information

    800-831-1117. When calling, we ask that you great importance to us. We take pride in our prod- provide the following information: uct, as does the BMW center who services it. If you should ever have a question regarding your 1. Your name, address and telephone number.

  • Page 25: Customer Assistance Notification

    DIRECTLY TO BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC. varies by state), some states require us or our OF THE EXISTENCE OF AN ALLEGED DEFECT. authorized BMW center, to repair in a reason- SEND WRITTEN COMMUNICATION TO THE able number of attempts, any defect or condi-...

  • Page 26: Bmw Import Processing Centers

    BMW Import Processing Center As a BMW owner, you will experience BMW qual- Import Processing Centers staffed by our highly ponents of the vehicle which may occur during ity first hand. Our dedication to excellence in de- trained specialists. transportation from the factory to the United...

  • Page 27: Special Programs

    Special Programs SOMETIMES BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC. OFFERS A SPECIAL ADJUSTMENT PROGRAM TO PAY ALL OR PART OF THE COST OF CERTAIN REPAIRS BEYOND THE TERMS OF THE WARRANTY. CHECK WITH YOUR BMW CENTER TO DETERMINE WHETHER ANY ADJUST-...

  • Page 28: Roadside Assistance

    26-28.) 4. Date of purchase. In a few weeks you will receive a permanent BMW Owner’s Eligibility Roadside Assistance ID card by mail. The date of 5. License plate number of your vehicle.

  • Page 29: Dispatch Service

    Parts, materials and fuel should be paid by you Vehicle Limited Warranty does not cover any of to a different BMW center as long as it is within 50 directly to the provider of the services. the above on-site services.

  • Page 30: Trip Interruption Benefits

    Reimbursements will be made for meals, lodging, ditions (removal from snow, ice, etc.). car rentals, and alternate transportation to bring the driver and the BMW automobile together af- ter the vehicle has been repaired by an autho- – Expenses for the removal of snow tires, and mounting or removal of snow chains.

  • Page 31: Summary Of Bmw Limited Warranties

    3 years/50,000 Miles – Specific Control Devices 7 years/70,000 Miles Mileage 10,000 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 70,000 80,000 The California Emissions Control System Limited Warranty applies to all 2000 U.S. specification BMW vehicles sold, leased, and/or registered in California or Massachusetts.

  • Page 32: New Vehicle Limited Warranty

    BMW NA warrants 2000 U.S. specification ve- In all cases, a reasonable time must be allowed hicles distributed by BMW NA or sold through the for warranty repairs to be completed after the Wheel alignment, balancing and wiper blade in- BMW NA European Delivery Program against vehicle is received by the BMW center.
  • Page 33 TIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY vice from a tire manufacturer, your authorized OF MERCHANTABILITY, IS LIMITED TO THE BMW center will assist you in resolving the diffi- DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES culty. HEREIN. BMW NA HEREBY EXCLUDES IN- CIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAM- Non-BMW Parts –...

  • Page 34: Limited Warranty Rust Perforation

    Damage caused by negligence, improper ac- mencing on the date of first retail sale, or the date BMW of North America, Inc., makes no other ex- cident damage repairs, or improper use. the vehicle is first placed in service as a demon-...

  • Page 35: Federal Emission System Defect Warranty

    Federal Emissions System Defect Warranty (Valid only in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico) This warranty applies only to U.S. specification tive of BMW NA and must be expected to correct authorized BMW center or a warranty replace- vehicles distributed by BMW of North America, the failure of the warranted part.
  • Page 36 However, the use of non-BMW replacement parts Any car on which the odometer has been replaced Some states do not allow limitations on how long or non-EPA certified parts does not invalidate the or altered and the true mileage cannot be deter-...

  • Page 37: Federal Emission Performance Warranty

    Federal Emissions Performance Warranty (Valid only in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico) In those states and jurisdictions that have estab- repaired, or replaced, at the option of BMW NA to manufacturer presents evidence that the lished periodic vehicle emissions tests to encour-...

  • Page 38: Federal Emission Performance Warranty

    CATALYTIC CONVERTER For assistance in determining which systems ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (INCLUDING ON- and specific components within these systems apply to your vehicle, please contact your BMW BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM) center. For assistance in determining coverage of the AIR INDUCTION SYSTEM specific components of the on-board diagnos- tic system, please contact your BMW center.

  • Page 39: California Emission Control Warranty Statement

    70,000 miles is defective, the part will be re- BMW of North America, Inc. Your emission control system may include parts paired or replaced by BMW NA. This is your long- Customer Relations Department such as the fuel injection system, the ignition term emission control system DEFECTS WAR- PO.

  • Page 40: California Emission Control System Limited Warranty

    Service intervals are computed by the ser- (b) free from defects in materials and workman- vice interval indicator and displayed on the in- BMW NA will repair your vehicle so that it will ship which cause any part that can affect strument panel.
  • Page 41 The car, if the vehicle identification number is al- of such service or parts will not be covered un- to be equivalent to genuine BMW parts in perfor- tered or cannot be determined, or if the car has der this warranty, except in emergency situa- mance and durability.
  • Page 42 For assistance in determining which parts are California Emission Warranty covered by this warranty, please contact your au- Parts List thorized BMW center or the BMW NA Customer Relations Department at 1-800-831-1117. You The following components are covered for defects may obtain further information concerning the...

  • Page 43: Notice Of Owner/Address Change

    The “National Traffic & Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966” requires manufacturers to be in a position to contact the vehicle owners when a correction of a product defect becomes necessary. Please fill in the attached postcard if you change your address or purchase a used BMW.
  • Page 44 NOTES:...
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  • Page 47 © BMW of North America, Inc. Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey 07675 Printed in U.S.A. 11/99 E46 (92-122)

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