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Page 1 Owner's Handbook for Vehicle Contents The Ultimate Driving Machine Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 2 316i 318i 320i 325i 325xi 330i 330xi 318d 320d 330d 330xd Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 3 This Owner's Handbook contains important information on operating and looking after your new BMW. Please read it carefully before setting out in your new car, so that you are fully familiar with the technical advantages of your BMW. It also con- tains useful information on how to uphold the car's operating and road safety and its full resale value.
Page 4: About This Owner's Handbook
You can find more information about BMW, for example on its technology, on the Internet at www.bmw.com. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Symbols used Indicates precautions that must be followed precisely in order to avoid the possibility of personal injury and serious damage to the vehicle.
Page 5: Your Own Car
(RHD), some controls will be located differently from those illustrated in this Owner's Handbook.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG For your own safety Maintenance and repair Advanced technology, such as the...
Page 6 Tests of this nature cannot always take into account the full range of operating conditions applicable to BMW vehicles and may therefore be inadequate.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Buttons in steering wheel* Warning triangle* First aid kit* Refuelling Fuel grade Tyre pressures Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Opening and closing: Keys Central locking system Opening and closing – with the remote control Opening and closing –...
Page 9 Interior lighting Heating and air-conditioning systems: Air conditioning Automatic air conditioning* Roller sunblind* Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Practical interior equipment: Hi-fi system* Glove box Integrated universal remote control* Storage compartments...
Page 10 Battery Fuses Mutual aid: Mobile Service Starting with a flat battery Tow-starting, towing away Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Engine data Fuel consumption, carbon dioxide/CO emissions Dimensions – 316i, 318d Dimensions – 318i, 320i, 325i,...
Page 13 Initial overview Controls in detail Operation, maintenance Minor repairs Technical data Index Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 15 4 Hazard warning flashers 5 Central locking system 6 Heated rear window 92, 7 Horn, entire surface 8 Adjusting steering wheel 9 Rear fog light 10 Fog lights Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 17 > Trip meter/distance recorder > Clock > Service interval > On-board computer 11 Display for Check Control 12 Trip distance control zeroing 13 Telltale and warning lights Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 18: Telltale And Warning Lights
Avoid abrupt braking and steering manoeuvres. For more information, see page 85. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Red and yellow: drive on, but exercise restraint If the brake warning light comes...
Page 19 If there is a malfunction, have the system checked. For more information, see page 85. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Dynamic Stability Control If the telltale light flashes: The system is active, and regulates tractive and braking forces.
Page 20 Blue: for your information High-beam headlights Comes on when the high-beam headlights are in use or the headlight flasher is used. For more information, see pages 67, Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 21: Buttons In Steering Wheel
Browse directory of names. Back: same functions as forward. Volume. Cruise control: call up. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Cruise control: memorise and acceler- ate (+), decelerate and memorise (–). Cruise control: activate/interrupt/deac-...
Page 22: Warning Triangle
Comply with legal requirements con- cerning the need to carry a first aid kit in the car.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Refuelling Fuel filler flap Lightly press the rear edge to open or close the fuel filler flap.
Page 23: Fuel Grade
Do not run the fuel tank empty, as otherwise engine functions cannot be assured and damage could result.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Fuel grade Petrol engine Never use petrol containing lead,...
Page 24: Tyre Pressures
Do not use additives, not even petrol, as otherwise there is a risk of damaging the engine.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Tyre pressures Checking tyre pressures Tyre pressures for tyres at ambient...
Page 25 BMW and known to BMW Service. If other makes of tyre are fitted to the car, other tyre pressures may be needed. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 27 Initial overview Controls in detail Operation, maintenance Minor repairs Technical data Index Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 28: Opening And Closing
Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Central locking system The principle The central locking becomes active when the driver's door is closed.
Page 29: Opening And Closing - With The Remote Control
BMW. The same source can also provide replace- ment keys.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG 1 Unlocking, convenient opening and deactivating the alarm system 2 Locking and deadlocking, activating...
Page 30 The closing procedure is interrupted as soon as the button is released.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG You can arrange for a signal to be provided as confirmation that the car has been locked correctly.<...
Page 31 The remote control can malfunction as a result of interference from local radio waves. If this happens, open and close the car by inserting a master key in the door lock. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 32: Opening And Closing - At The Door Lock
The movement is stopped when the key released.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Manual operation In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can lock and unlock the driver's door by turning the key to the limit posi- tions in the door lock.
Page 33: Opening And Closing - From Inside
You can have an acoustic signal set to sound as a reminder if you open the driver's door without removing the key from the ignition beforehand.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 34: Luggage Compartment Lid
28. This extra security can be useful, for instance, when arriving at a hotel. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Opening from outside Press the button in the strip handle: the luggage compartment lid will open slightly.
Page 35: Luggage Compartment
94, as appropriate. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Luggage compartment Floor panel To raise the floor panel, lift it at the ring and secure it with the flap to the rubber seal on the rain gutter.
Page 36: Alarm System
Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Even if the alarm system has been acti- vated, you can open the luggage com- partment lid by pressing the button on the remote control, see page 30.
Page 37 > If the car is transported on a car-car- rier train > If animals remain in the vehicle. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG To switch off the tilt alarm sensor and interior movement detector >...
Page 38: Electric Windows
Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Despite this anti-trap protection, make sure that the window is unobstructed when it is closed, since in...
Page 39: Glass Sunroof, Electric
Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Opening and closing From ignition key position 1: > Push the switch until the pressure...
Page 40 2 seconds and hold it down.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Manual operation If there is an electrical defect, the glass sunroof can be operated manually.
Page 41 Glass sunroof, electric* From ignition key position 1, press the switch past its pressure point and hold it down until the glass sunroof moves a short distance. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 42: Adjusting
See page for instructions on using the seat belts. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Seats Before adjusting Do not reposition the driver's seat while the car is in motion. The seat...
Page 43: Seat Adjustment, Mechanical
Pull the lever and either apply your weight to the backrest or lean for- ward to relieve it of load Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Adjusting BMW sport seat* You can also adjust the seat base angle...
Page 44: Seat Adjustment, Electric
> Press at the top or bottom: the curva- ture of the support is moved up or down, respectively. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 45: Head Restraints
Installing – front Push the head restraint into its mount- ings. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Seat belts Wearing seat belts Always wear the seat belt at all times on every journey.
Page 46 Have this work carried out by BMW Service, or a work- shop employing trained personnel and working to the specifications issued by BMW.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 47: Seat And Mirror Memory
Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG When this setting is used, make sure that the footwell behind the driver's seat is clear. Otherwise per-...
Page 48: Seat Heating
For each key you can have a spe- cific angle set to which the pas- senger-side mirror will tilt down.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Seat heating* The temperatures of seat cushion and backrest are controlled.
Page 49: Mirrors
Electric heating* Both mirrors are heated automatically when the ignition key is in position 2. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Inside mirror To reduce glare from the rear when driving after dark, turn the knob under- neath the mirror.
Page 50: Steering Wheel
2. Move the steering wheel to the pre- ferred height and angle to suit your chosen seating position 3. Fold the lever back in to clamp the steering column in the new position. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 51: Safety Systems
Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Important safety instructions Do not apply adhesive or any sur- face material to the airbag covers or modify them in any other way.
Page 52: Child Safety
BMW Service will gladly provide advice.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Fitting child restraint systems BMW Service can supply suitable child restraint systems for every age or weight group.
Page 53 BMW Service will gladly provide advice. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Childproof door locks for rear doors Slide the safety lever on the rear door...
Page 54: Car Memory, Key Memory
Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Examples for Car Memory: > Various signals as confirmation for locking and unlocking the car, see pages 29, >...
Page 55 > Angle to which passenger-side mirror tilts down, see Automatic kerb viewer, page 48. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 56: Driving
Various electrical consumers are now ready to operate. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Starting the engine Do not run the engine inside enclosed spaces, as inhalation of the exhaust gases can lead to uncon- sciousness and death.
Page 57 2. Move the selector lever to the P or N position 3. Start the engine. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Before leaving the car with the engine running, move the selector...
Page 58: Stopping The Engine
Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG The acoustic signal is switched off after approx. 9 seconds.
Page 59: Handbrake
Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Manual transmission Never try to prevent the car from rolling back on an uphill gradient by slipping the clutch;...
Page 60: Manual Transmission Sequential Manual Gearbox Smg
> Kick-down function in Drive mode > Acceleration assistance, see page 63. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Selector lever positions A light-emitting diode set in the centre console lights up to indicate the current position of the selector lever.
Page 61 To change from sequential mode to Drive mode: lightly press the selector lever to the right toward D. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Sharply press the accelerator all the way down for rapid acceleration, for example when you want to overtake: kick-down.
Page 62 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Possible displays R N 1 2 3 4 5 6 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6...
Page 63 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Do not use the acceleration assistant over-frequently, as oth- erwise components would suffer pre- mature wear.<...
Page 64: Automatic Transmission With Steptronic
– shift- lock.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Keep the foot brake applied until you are ready to move off; this will prevent the car from moving when a gear is selected.
Page 65 – direction, a downshift takes place. The display in the instrument cluster shows M1 to M5. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG The Steptronic performs upshifts and downshifts only at a suitable engine or road speed;...
Page 66 Do not work in the engine com- partment with the selector lever in a drive position, otherwise the car could begin to move unexpectedly.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 67: Turn Indicators/Headlight Flasher
Not if the car has a rain sensor. Turn knurled wheel 5 to select one of the four intermittent-wipe settings. This is also varied automatically depending on your road speed. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 68 The wipers switch to normal speed when the car comes to a standstill – not on cars with rain sensor. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG 0 Parked position of wipers 1 Cleaning the windscreen and head-...
Page 69: Wipers/Rain Sensor
Turning the ignition key to the 0 posi- tion also deactivates cruise control. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG The stored speed is cleared from mem- ory. Maintaining speed, memorising...
Page 70 Calling up speed stored in memory Press the button: The speed last memorised is recalled and maintained once it has been reached again. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 71: Everything Under Control
In this zone the fuel supply is inter- rupted to protect the engine. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Energy control Shows momentary fuel consumption in litres/100 km. This enables you to...
Page 72: Fuel Gauge
If the light comes on while you are driv- ing: the engine is too hot. Switch it off immediately and allow it to cool down. Check coolant level, see page 130. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 73: Service Interval Indicator
BMW. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Brake fluid renewal You can view the date – month and year – when the next brake fluid change will be due.
Page 74: Check Control
0 position and open the driver's door, an acoustic signal is heard for seconds as a reminder if you have not switched off the lights. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 75: Clock
Each time the knob is pressed the dis- play mode changes from 12- to 24-hour clock or back. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Ignition key in position 0: the time is displayed for a few seconds when you...
Page 76: On-Board Computer
An acoustic warn- ing sounds and the display flashes for a short time. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG After issuing an ice warning, the display returns to the previous reading.<...
Page 77 To reset the average speed: press the on-board computer button BC in the turn indicator lever for approx. 2 seconds. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 78: Park Distance Control Pdc
Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG If a continuous signal at a pitch higher than usual is heard when the system is first activated, it is malfunctioning.
Page 79: Dynamic Stability Control Dsc
BMW. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Deactivating DSC/activating DTC Briefly press the DSC button: the tell- tale light remains permanently on.
Page 80 Make no modifications to the DSC sys- tem. All work on the DSC should be entrusted only to skilled, authorised personnel.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 81: Dynamic Stability Control Dsc - 325Xi, 330Xi, 330Xd
BMW. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Switching off DSC Press the DSC button: the telltale light remains permanently on.
Page 82 Make no modifications to the DSC sys- tem. All work on the DSC should be entrusted only to skilled, authorised personnel.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 83: Hill Descent Control Hdc
60 km/h (37 mph) or when the ignition is switched off. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Using HDC Cars with manual shift: Use HDC in first gear and in reverse, because the engine's braking effect diminishes in higher gears.
Page 84: Runflat Indicator
> The Runflat Indicator cannot function when you drive with the compact spare wheel fitted. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Initialising the system Always reinitialise the system immediately after correcting tyre pressures, changing a tyre, or fitting new wheels.
Page 85: Brake Force Display
> Hard braking or braking with ABS: the lighted area in the rear lights becomes larger, as illustrated. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 86: Side Lights/Low-Beam Headlights
Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Irrespective of the ambient light level, the low-beam headlights remain on if you switch on the fog lights.<...
Page 87: Instrument Lighting
2 / 2 = 1 occupant, luggage compart- ment full Comply with permitted rear axle load, see page 163. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Xenon headlights* Cars with xenon headlights are equipped with dynamic beam angle...
Page 88: Fog Lights
If automatic headlight control is active, the low-beam headlights are switched on automatically when you switch on the fog lights.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 89 Reading lights, front* Turn each light on and off at the adja- cent button 2. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Reading lights, rear Turn each light on and off at the adja- cent button.
Page 90: Heating And Air-Conditioning
Heating and air-conditioning systems Air conditioning Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 91 2 Air to the upper body area 3 Air to the footwell 4 Air supply/blower 5 Temperature 6 Air distribution 7 Heated rear window 8 Air-conditioning mode 9 Outside-air/recirculated-air mode Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 92 The air inside the car is then recircu- lated. If the windows mist up in recircu- lating mode, switch this mode off and, if necessary, also increase the air- flow.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 93 If the airflow is notice- ably less than usual, this may indicate that the filter should be renewed earlier. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Defrosting and demisting windows 1. Turn the rotary blower switch to set- ting 4 2.
Page 94: Automatic Air Conditioning
Automatic air conditioning* Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 95 7 Individual air distribution 8 Temperature 9 Display for temperature 96, air supply 10 Air supply/blower 11 Defrosting and demisting windows 12 Air-conditioning mode 13 Heated rear window Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 96 This will shut down the auto- matic air supply; the word AUTO disap- pears from the display. The automatic Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG air distribution function remains in oper- ation. You can switch automatic air supply on again by pressing the AUTO button.
Page 97 46 (397).< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Draught-free ventilation The air outlets for the upper body area can be adjusted to suit the user's pref-...
Page 98: Roller Sunblind
The picture shows the control layout on cars with a complete equipment speci- fication. The layout can vary according to the items of equipment fitted to your car. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 99: Practical Interior Equipment
Lock with a master key. The glove box can only be unlocked with a master key. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG If you only hand over the spare key, see page 28, for example to...
Page 100: Integrated Universal Remote Control
277 or (from within Germany) 0800 0466 35465. HomeLink is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG 1 Memory buttons 2 Telltale light Programming a fixed-code control device 1.
Page 101 Read through the operating instructions for information Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG on synchronisation. Comply with the following additional instructions when you program an alternating-code con-...
Page 102: Storage Compartments
To open it, swing the lid down. Close the storage compartment immediately after use, otherwise the lid could cause injury in the event of accident.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 103 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Centre armrest, rear* With through-loading system: The rear centre armrest has a drinks holder, and a holder for a litter bag.
Page 104: Microphone
For more information on the car phone or the voice input system, see the sepa- rate operating instructions. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Ashtray, front* To empty Press the edge of the open lid. The ash- tray will pop up and can be removed.
Page 105: Ashtray, Rear
On cars with non-smoker fittings, the insert is removed in the same way. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Coat hooks Items of clothing hung from the hooks must not obstruct the driver's view.
Page 106: Loading And Load-Carrying
See also under Loading, page 108. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Centre 3-point seat belt, rear seat* You can roll up the 3-point seat belt for...
Page 107: Ski Bag
The zip fastener simplifies access to the contents of the bag, and makes drying it out easier Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG 5. Inside the luggage compartment, secure the loading flap to the under- side of the rear window shelf with the magnetic retainers.
Page 108: Loading
Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Loading Always stow the load correctly and secure it so that it cannot endanger the car's occupants if the driver has to brake heavily or swerve.
Page 109 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Securing the load > For smaller and lighter loads, turn the...
Page 110: Roof Rack
Drive smoothly and avoid violent accel- eration, braking or cornering. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Towing a trailer The permissible trailer load and nose weights – towbar downthrust – are...
Page 111 The smaller value is the limit which should be adhered to. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Tyre pressures: Check the car's and the trailer's tyre pressures most carefully.
Page 112 On the approach to the downslope, always shift down to the next-lower gear, if necessary as far as 1st gear, and drive down the hill slowly. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 115 Initial overview Controls in detail Operation, maintenance Minor repairs Technical data Index Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 116: Driving Precautions
Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG General driving hints Hot exhaust system...
Page 117 The resulting heat dries the brake discs and pads. This will immediately restore full braking power. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Downhill gradients: In order to keep the brakes from...
Page 118 Similarly, there is no assurance that the radiation gener- ated when the device is transmitting will be carried outside the passenger com- partment.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 119: Anti-Lock Brake System Abs
When the brakes are applied on a cor- ner when lateral acceleration is high, or during a lane change, it further improves the car's stability and makes it easier to steer. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 120: Wheels And Tyres
Wear Indicator – on the shoulder of the tyre. They become visible when the Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG tread wears to 1.6 mm (approx. 1/16 in), indicating that the minimum tread depth allowed by law has been reached.
Page 121: New Tyres
– including the spare wheel*, and irrespective of tyre wear – after not more than 6 years, even if tyres up to 10 years old may still be suitable. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 122: Wheel And Tyre Combinations
Protect tyres against contamina- tion from oil, grease and fuel. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Winter tyres The correct tyres BMW recommends you to fit winter tyres if the car is used for driving in win- tery conditions.
Page 123 Do not initialise the Runflat Indica- tor after fitting snow chains. When driving with snow chains, it may be advisable to switch off DSC tempo- rarily, see page 79.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 124: In The Engine Compartment
To open Pull the release lever and open the lid. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG To close Allow the engine compartment lid to drop from a height of approx. 30 cm (1 ft) such that it is clearly heard to engage.
Page 126: Essentials Inside The Engine Compartment
Essentials inside the engine compartment Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 127 3 Coolant expansion tank 4 Reservoir for headlight cleaning sys- tem and windscreen washer 5 Vehicle identification number 6 Jump-starting connection 7 Engine oil filler cap Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 128: Washer Fluid
Com- ply with the instructions on the contain- ers.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Engine oil Checking engine oil level 1. Make sure the car is standing level 2.
Page 129 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG In laboratory tests, prolonged contact with used oils has caused cancer. For this reason, always wash the affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water after work.
Page 130: Coolant
Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Checking coolant level and topping up Check the coolant level with the engine cold, approx. 20 6 (687): 1.
Page 131: Brake Fluid
When disposing of old brake fluid, comply with the relevant environ- mental protection laws.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 132: Maintenance
Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG away at high engine speeds, impose a strain on your BMW that is not the same as that of long journeys with the engine at a constant operating temperature.
Page 133 Car care You will find useful information on care and upkeep of the car in the 'Looking after your car' brochure. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 134: Laws And Regulations
2. Press the retainer and remove the cap at the rear of each headlight Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG 3. Left headlight: push lever 1 down. Right headlight: pull lever 1 up...
Page 135: Obd Socket
The cover is marked OBD. The warning light comes on. Exhaust emission values have deteriorated. Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 136: Returning End-Of-Life Vehicles
BMW co-operates in individual coun- tries with selected, certified recycling specialists who will accept your ELV and recycle it in a pro-environmental manner in accordance with BMW spec- ifications. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 139 Initial overview Controls in detail Operation, maintenance Minor repairs Technical data Index Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 140: Replacing Parts
6. Insert the new wiper blade and press it in until it engages with an audible click. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Lights and bulbs Lights and bulbs are an important road safety factor.
Page 141 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Side and parking lights 5 watt bulb Left side of the engine compartment: 1.
Page 142 6. Push the light back in and press it carefully into position 7. Tighten the securing screw. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Side turn indicators 5 watt bulb 1. Press the light forwards with the fin- gertip at its rear edge, and take it out 2.
Page 143 4. Reconnect the power supply cable 5. Reinstall the bulb holder, see arrow, part-view. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Bulbs in luggage compartment lid: 1. Use a screwdriver to take out the two...
Page 144 Service or a workshop employing trained personnel and working to the specifications issued by BMW. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Licence plate lights 5 watt bulb 1. Insert a screwdriver blade into the cutout and press to the left;...
Page 145: Wheel-Changing
Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Your BMW has a compact spare wheel* for temporary use in the event of a puncture.
Page 146 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG downhill gradient. If the car cannot be moved to a point on a less...
Page 147 12. Lower the car and remove the jack 13. Firmly tighten the studs alternately on opposite sides of the hub Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG 14. Full-width wheel covers*: place the cover in position so that the valve...
Page 148: Lockable Wheel Studs
You should, however, refit the original wheel and tyre at the earliest possible opportunity.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Lockable wheel studs* 1 Cover cap 2 Wheel stud for adapter 3 Adapter –...
Page 149: Battery
Protect batteries against falling over when in transit.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Power supply interruption If the power supply is temporarily inter- rupted, as is the case if the battery runs...
Page 150: Fuses
Do not repair burnt out fuses or replace them with fuses with dif- ferent colours or ampere ratings, other- wise overloaded electrical wires can cause a fire in the vehicle.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 151: Mutual Aid
Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Connecting jump leads Always maintain the correct order when attaching the jump leads,...
Page 152 If necessary, have the battery checked and recharged. Do not use any spray products sold as starting aids.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 153: Tow-Starting, Towing Away
Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Manual-transmission cars: move the gear lever to neutral.
Page 154 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG 325xi, 330xi, 330xd: with recovery vehicle Do not tow the BMW with only the front...
Page 155 > Tow-start the car with the selector lever in the N position > Select sequential mode. The correct gear is automatically selected and the clutch engaged. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 157 Initial overview Controls in detail Operation, maintenance Minor repairs Technical data Index Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 158: Engine Data
170/231 85/115 5900 4000 3500 1750 320i 325i/325xi 2171 2494 125/170 141/192 6100 6000 3500 3500 320d 330d/330xd 1995 2993 110/150 150/204 4000 4000 2000 1500–3250 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 159: Fuel Consumption, Carbon Dioxide/Co
7.0 (40.3) 7.8 (36.2) 9.1 (31.0) 9.6 (29.4) 9.9 (28.5) 218 (12.4) 230 (13.1) 240 (13.6) Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG 318i 320i Automatic Manual shift 11.2 (25.2) 12.2 (23.2) 6.3 (44.8) 6.9 (40.9)
Page 160 177 (10.1) 206 (11.7) 204 (11.6) 320d Automatic 9.7 (29.1) 5.4 (52.3) 6.9 (40.9) 185 (10.5) 330xd Automatic 11.9 (23.7) 6.9 (40.9) 8.7 (32.5) 233 (13.2) value Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 161: Dimensions - 316I, 318D
Dimensions – 316i, 318d Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 162: Dimensions - 318I, 320I, 325I, 325Xi, 330I, 330Xi, 320D, 330D, 330Xd
Dimensions – 318i, 320i, 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi, 320d, 330d, 330xd Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 163: Weights
1005 1005 (lb) (2216) (2216) 1120 1120 (lb) (2469) (2469) Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG 320i 325i 325xi 1470 (3197) 1495 (3296) 1575 (3472) 1505 (3318) 1530 (3373) 1615 (3560) 1895 (4178)
Page 164 (lb) (165) (165) (165) (lb) (165) (165) (165) litres (cu.ft) (15.5) (15.5) (15.5) Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG 325i 325xi 720/720 720/720 (1587/1587) (1587/1587) 1600/1600 1700/1700 (3527/3527) (3748/3748) 1700/1700 1800/1800 (3748/3748)
Page 165 (lb) 1075 (2370) 1105 (2436) 1055 (2326) kg (lb) 1190 (2623) 1215 (2679) 1065 (2348) Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG 320d 330d 330xd 1490 (4167) 1615 (3560) 1725 (3803) 1505 (3318)
Page 166 750/750 750/750 (1587/1587) (1653/1653) (1653/1653) 1600/1600 1800/1800 1800/1800 (3527/3527) (3968/3968) (3968/3968) 1800/1800 1800/1800 1800/1800 (3968/3968) (3968/3968) (3968/3968) (165) (165) (165) (165) (165) (165) (15.5) (15.5) (15.5) Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 167: Performance
242 (150) 6.5/7.0 6.6/7.4 330xd km/h (mph) 234 (145) km/h (mph) 228 (142) 7.7/7.9 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG 320i 325i 325xi 226 (140) 240 (149) 234 (145) 223 (139) 237 (147) 231 (144) 8.3/9.4...
Page 168: Filling Capacities
Note Fuel grade, see page For more details see page Longlife oil for petrol or diesel engines. Oil grades, see page Permanently filled, no oil changes Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 171 Initial overview Controls in detail Operation, maintenance Minor repairs Technical data Index Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 172 19, tow-starting Automatic windscreen wash, see Rain sensor Average speed Avoiding false alarms Axle loads, see Weights Back lights, see Rear lights Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 173: From A To Z
'Looking after your car' brochure weight Car battery Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Car jack point Car keys, see Key set Car Memory Car phone preparation...
Page 174 161, technical weights Daylight dim-dip circuit DBC Dynamic Brake Control Defect door lock fuel filler flap Defective lamp Defogging windows, see Defrosting windows 93, Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 175 Engine oil grades Engine oil level checking telltale/warning light Engine oil pressure telltale/warning light Engine power, see Engine data Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 176 Head rest, see Head restraints Head restraints Headlight adjustment, see Rule of the road Headlight beam angle adjustment automatic, xenon lights Headlight control, auto- matic Headlight flasher telltale light Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 177 Instrument lighting Lights and bulbs Lights, see Side lights/low- beam headlights Lights-on warning Litter bag holder Load on car, headlight beam angle adjustment Load, see Loading Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 178 Radio/On-board Compu- Nets Non-smoker's equipment Nose weight 111, Nozzles, see Ventilation Nylon rope, see Tow-start- ing, towing away OBD socket Obstruction warning system, see Park Distance Control Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 179 Rapeseed methyl ester Reading lights front rear Rear armrest, see Centre armrest, rear Rear fog light changing bulbs telltale light Rear lights changing bulbs telltale light, defective lamp Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 180 Sequential manual gear- box SMG Selector lever interlock, see Shiftlock 60, Selector lever positions automatic transmission Sequential manual gear- box SMG Sequential manual gearbox telltale light Service Booklet Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 181 Stratified interior tempera- tures 93, Sunblind, see Roller sun- blind Switches, see Cockpit Symbols Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Tail lights changing bulbs Tail lights, see Rear lights Tank capacity, see Fuel tank...
Page 182 Units average fuel consumption temperature Universal garage door con- trol, see Integrated univer- sal remote control Universal remote control Unladen weight, see Weights Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 183 Winter diesel Winter tyres condition storage Wiper blades replacing Wipers Work in engine compart- ment Wrench, see Toolkit Xenon headlights automatic headlight beam angle adjustment changing bulbs Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...
Page 185 1 litre (1 3/4 pints). Tyre pressures Up to 4 persons 5 persons or 4 plus luggage Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG Summer tyres Winter tyres front rear...
Page 186 More about BMW The Ultimate www.bmw.com Driving Machine Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 017 - © 03/04 BMW AG...

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