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BMW 2006 328i Owner's Manual

BMW 2006 328i Owner's Manual

2006 328i; 2006 335i
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  • Page 1 Owner's Manual for Vehicle The Ultimate Driving Machine Courtesy of E90post.com...
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  • Page 3 It contains important data and instructions intended to assist you in gaining maximum use and satisfaction from your BMW's unique range of technical fea- tures. The manual also contains information on maintenance designed to enhance operating safety and contribute to main- taining the value of your BMW throughout an extended service life.
  • Page 4 © 2006 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich, Germany Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. Order No. 01 41 0 012 344 US English V/06 Printed in Germany Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents The fastest way to find information on a partic- ular topic or item is by using the index, refer to page 142. Using this Owner's Manual Notes At a glance Cockpit Controls Opening and closing Adjustments Transporting children safely Driving Everything under control Technology for driving comfort and...

  • Page 6: Using This Owner's Manual

    Additional sources of information tion. Should you have any other questions, your Indicates special equipment, country-spe- BMW center will be glad to advise you at any cific equipment and optional extras, as well as time. equipment and functions not yet available at the Information on BMW, e.g.

  • Page 7: The Individual Vehicle

    BMW center or at a work- Sections describing options and special equip- shop that works according to BMW repair pro-...

  • Page 8: Service And Warranty

    Service and warranty to the vehicle, compromise its safety, interfere with the vehicle's electrical system or affect the We recommend that you read this publication validity of the BMW Limited Warranty. See your thoroughly. BMW center for additional information.< Your BMW is covered by the following warran-...
  • Page 9 For Canadian customers Canadian customers who wish to report a safety-related defect to Transport Canada, Defect Investigations and Recalls, may tele- phone the toll free hotline 1-800-333-0510 if calling long distance inside Canada, or 1-613- 993-9851 if calling from the Ottawa region or from abroad, or contact Transport Canada by mail at: Transport Canada, ASFAD, Place de Ville Tower C, 330 Sparks Street, Ottawa ON...

  • Page 11: At A Glance

    At a glance At a glance This overview of buttons, switches and displays is intended to familiarize you with your vehicle's operating environment. The section will also assist you in becoming acquainted with the control concepts and options available for operating the various systems.

  • Page 12: Cockpit

    Cockpit Around the steering wheel: controls and displays Opening and closing windows Parking lamps Low beams Folding exterior mirrors in and out Adjusting exterior mirrors, automatic curb Automatic headlamp control monitor Adaptive Head Light Fog lamps...
  • Page 13 12 Horn: the entire surface Turn signals 13 Steering wheel adjustment Cruise control High beams, headlamp flasher Active cruise control Roadside parking lamps Computer 15 Releasing the hood 16 Opening the luggage compartment lid Settings and information about the vehicle Instrument lighting Instrument cluster Windshield wipers...
  • Page 14 Instrument cluster Speedometer Display for Indicator lamps for turn signals > Position of automatic transmission Indicator and warning lamps > Computer Displays for active cruise control > Date of next scheduled service, and remaining distance to be driven Tachometer > Odometer and trip odometer Engine oil temperature >...

  • Page 15: Indicator And Warning Lamps

    Indicator and warning lamps The concept Indicator and warning lamps can light up in var- ious combinations and colors in both the indica- tor area 1 and the display 2. Some lamps are checked for proper functioning and thus come on briefly when the engine is started or the ignition is switched on.

  • Page 16: Controls

    Around the center console: controls and displays...
  • Page 17 Microphone for voice command system and for telephone in hands-free mode Heated seats SOS: initiating an emergency call PDC Park Distance Control Reading lamps Glass sunroof, electric Roller sun blind Interior lamps Passenger airbag status lamp Hazard warning flashers DTC Dynamic Traction Control Central locking system 10 Radio, refer to separate Owner's Manual 11 Air conditioner or automatic climate con-...

  • Page 19: Controls

    Controls Controls This chapter is intended to provide you with information for complete control of your vehicle. All features and accessories that are useful for driving and your safety, comfort and convenience are described here.

  • Page 20: Opening And Closing

    This means that your personal settings are The settings called up and implemented when active when you return to your BMW, even if the the car is unlocked depend on which remote car was used in the meantime by someone else...

  • Page 21: Central Locking System

    Opening and closing: from > Automatic climate control : AUTO pro- gram, activating/deactivating cooling func- outside tion and automatic recirculated-air control, setting temperature, air flow rate and distri- Using the remote control bution, refer to page Persons or animals in a parked vehicle >...

  • Page 22: Unlocking Luggage Compartment Lid

    Use button 1 to select: gage compartment lid has not been inadvert- ently unlocked.< > Press the button once to unlock only Setting confirmation signals the driver's door and the fuel filler door. Press the button twice to unlock the You can program the vehicle to confirm when it entire vehicle.

  • Page 23: Manual Operation

    Using the door lock an acoustic signal sounds during unlocking/locking. > The function is deactivated. Press button 2. The setting is stored. Malfunctions The remote control may malfunction due to local radio waves. If this occurs, unlock and lock the car at the door lock with the integrated key. You can set the way in which the car is unlocked, refer to page 19.

  • Page 24: Luggage Compartment Lid

    You can also set the situations in which the car no door has been opened, or as soon as locks: you drive off. > For operating principle refer to page 58. The central locking system remains Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator unlocked.

  • Page 25: Opening From Inside

    Opening from inside If you unlock and open the luggage com- partment lid with the key while the alarm system is armed, the alarm will be triggered. Switching off an alarm, refer to page 24.< Locking or unlocking separately Press the button: the luggage compartment lid opens unless it has been locked.

  • Page 26: Alarm System

    Closing button on the remote control, refer to page 20. When you subsequently close the lid, it is again locked and monitored. Switching off an alarm > Unlock the car with the remote control, refer to page 19. > Insert the remote control all the way into the ignition lock.

  • Page 27: Interior Motion Sensor

    Interior motion sensor Functional requirement In order for the interior motion sensor to func- > The vehicle or the luggage compartment lid tion properly, the windows and glass sunroof can only be locked when the vehicle detects must be completely closed. that the remote control currently in use is outside of the vehicle.

  • Page 28: Warning Lamps

    Locking Before driving a vehicle with automatic transmission into a car wash Touch the surface, arrow 2, with your finger for approx. 1 second. This corresponds to pressing Insert remote control into ignition switch. button. Depress the brake. To preserve the battery, please make Move the selector lever to position N.
  • Page 29 Pinch protection system Take the old battery to a battery collec- If the closing force exceeds a specific value as a tion point or to your BMW center.< window closes, the closing action is interrupted and the window reopens slightly.
  • Page 30 The sys- tem must be initialized. BMW recommends Opening, closing having this work done by your BMW center. > Push the switch backwards to the resis- tance point. Closing manually...
  • Page 31 Insert the screwdriver into the openings on each side to press the clips. Remove the control unit. Unplug the motor. Considerably less effort will be required for manual operation. Insert the Allen wrench supplied with the onboard tool kit, refer to page 117, into the opening provided.

  • Page 32: Adjustments

    Adjustments Sitting safely Head restraint A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the The ideal sitting position can make a vital con- risk of neck injury in the event of an accident. tribution to relaxed, fatigue-free driving. In con- Adjust the head restraint in such a way junction with the safety belts, the head that its center is at approx.

  • Page 33: Manual Adjustment

    Backrest incline the backrest too far to the rear while the vehicle is being driven, otherwise there is a dan- ger in the event of an accident of sliding under the safety belt, eliminating the protection nor- mally provided by the belt.<...

  • Page 34: Lumbar Support

    Lumbar support* Longitudinal direction You can also adjust the contour of the backrest Height to obtain additional support in the lumbar Angle region. The upper hips and spinal column receive sup- plementary support to help you maintain a relaxed, upright sitting position. >...

  • Page 35: Front Seats

    Removing erwise, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident.< Pull up all the way. Press the button, arrow 1, and pull out the Front seats head restraint completely while the rear seat backrest is swung forward slightly. Height adjustment Note that it constitutes a legal violation to drive with the rear seats occupied and the...

  • Page 36: Heated Seats

    Heated seats* Seat with electrical longitudinal adjustment Press once for each temperature level. Convenient entry Three LEDs indicate the highest temperature. The convenient entry feature includes a mem- To switch off: ory function for the longitudinal adjustment and Press button longer. backrest angle.
  • Page 37 The driver's seat and exterior mirror posi- Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator tions are stored for the remote control cur- stalk down repeatedly until the symbol rently in use. appears in the display. Automatic call-up The driver's seat position last stored is stored for the remote control currently in use.

  • Page 38: Safety Belts

    Before every drive, make sure that all occupants anchors checked. Have this work done only by wear their safety belts. Airbags complement the your BMW center or at a workshop that works safety belt as an additional safety device, but according to BMW repair procedures with cor- they do not represent a substitute.

  • Page 39: Exterior Mirrors

    Front passenger's seat in are folded out automatically at a speed of approx. 25 mph/40 km/h. The belt hand-over will extend only if the seat is occupied and after the front passenger's door is Before entering an automatic car wash, closed.

  • Page 40: Interior Rearview Mirror

    Interior rearview mirror Turn the knob to reduce glare from the head- lamps of cars behind you when driving at night. Automatically dimming mirrors, refer to page 95. Steering wheel Adjustments Do not adjust the steering wheel position while the car is in motion, or an accident may result from any unexpected movement.<...

  • Page 41: Transporting Children Safely

    The rear safety belts and the front passenger's restraint system. Your BMW center will be glad safety belt can be prevented from being pulled to advise you.<...

  • Page 42: Latch Child-Restraint Fixing

    To unlock the safety belt Use the hook to clip the tether strap to the anchor. Open the belt buckle Push the head restraint into its lowermost Remove the child-restraint system. position. Allow the safety belt strap to retract all the Pull the tether strap taut.

  • Page 43: Driving

    Driving Ignition lock Start/stop button Insert the remote control all the way into the Each time the start/stop button is pressed, ignition lock. radio readiness or the ignition is switched on or off. > Radio readiness switches on. Individual electrical consumers can operate. Briefly pressing the start/stop button while the brake or clutch is depressed >...

  • Page 44: Switching Off The Engine

    Starting the engine Automatic transmission Depress the brake. Do not run the engine in closed rooms, Move the selector lever to position P or N. otherwise the inhalation of toxic exhaust gases can cause unconsciousness and death. Briefly press the start/stop button. The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, The starter operates automatically for a certain an odorless and colorless, but highly toxic gas.

  • Page 45: Indicator Lamp

    Handbrake Manual transmission The handbrake is primarily intended to prevent the vehicle from rolling while parked; it brakes the rear wheels. Indicator lamp The indicator lamp is lit, and when you drive off an acoustic signal sounds in addition. The handbrake is still applied. Indicator lamp for Canadian models.
  • Page 46 Displays in the instrument cluster R Reverse Select only when the vehicle is stationary. N Neutral, idle You can select this in a car wash, for example. The vehicle can roll. D Drive, automatic position Position for normal vehicle operation. All for- ward gears are selected automatically.

  • Page 47: Turn Signals

    gear selected appears briefly in the instrument Unclip the sleeve of the selector lever. cluster, followed by the gear actually in use. Pull the sleeve up over the selector lever To use the automatic function again, move the until the sleeve is inside out. selector lever to the right into position D.

  • Page 48: Wiper System

    Wiper system Triple turn signal activation Press the lever as far as the resistance point. The turn signals flash three times. You can activate or deactivate this function. For operating principle refer to page 58. Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator stalk up or down repeatedly until the symbol appears in the display accompanied by the word "SET".

  • Page 49: Washer Fluid

    Activating intermittent wipe or rain Windshield washer nozzles sensor The windshield washer nozzles are heated automatically while the engine is running or the ignition is switched on. Washer fluid Washer fluid antifreeze is flammable. Always keep it well away from sparks and open flames, and store it in the tightly closed original container, well out of the reach of chil- Press the button, arrow 3.

  • Page 50: Manual Transmission

    Increasing desired speed brakes the vehicle when the engine braking effect is insufficient on downhill gradients. Repeatedly press the lever to the resistance point or beyond, arrow 1, until the desired Do not use cruise control when condi- tions are unfavorable for driving at a con- speed is reached.

  • Page 51: Warning Lamp

    Displays in the instrument cluster In addition, the system is automatically deacti- vated: > When you brake the vehicle > When you switch gears very slowly or shift to idle in cars with manual transmission > When you select the automatic transmis- sion's neutral position N >...
  • Page 52 the distance to be maintained from the vehicle personal responsibility, alertness and aware- in front in four stages. For safety reasons, the ness in adjusting speed, braking or otherwise distance is speed-dependent. Based on your controlling the vehicle. The driver should selected distance setting, the system automat- decide when to use the system on the basis of ically decreases the throttle setting and lightly...
  • Page 53 > Each time the lever is pulled to the resis- tance point, the desired speed is decreased by approx. 1 mph or 1 km/h. > Each time the lever is pulled beyond the resistance point, the desired speed is reduced by up to 5 mph or 10 km/h until the minimum speed of 20 mph or 30 km/h is achieved.
  • Page 54 Warning lamp Use good judgment to select the appro- priate following distance given road con- The warning lamp comes on when ditions, traffic, applicable laws and driving rec- active cruise control has been auto- ommendations for safe following distance. matically deactivated due to a driving Otherwise, you may be in violation of the law or speed below 20 mph or 30 km/h, an application an accident could...

  • Page 55: System Limitations

    Radar sensor If --- mph or --- km/h temporarily appears in the instrument cluster display, it is pos- sible that the system prerequisites for operation are currently not met. Calling up Check Control messages, refer to page 62.< Warning lamps The indicator 2 flashes in red;...

  • Page 56: Swerving Vehicles

    Swerving vehicles Active cruise control is not and must not be used as a collision avoidance/warning system.< If while your vehicle is actively following a vehi- cle in front of you and the vehicle ahead speeds up or the lane ahead becomes clear, then your vehicle will accelerate to the speed you have selected.

  • Page 57: Your Responsibility

    In approaching a curve, it is possible that active cruise control would react briefly to a vehicle in the adjacent lane. In addition, the system can sense if your vehicle is in a curve and may not accelerate. If your vehicle decelerates in either case, you can choose to overcome the deceler- ation by briefly pressing the accelerator pedal.

  • Page 58: Everything Under Control

    Everything under control Odometer, outside roads, for example, otherwise there is an increased risk of an accident.< temperature display, clock Odometer and trip odometer Resetting trip odometer: With the ignition switched on, press button 1 in the instrument cluster. When the vehicle is parked If you still want to view the time, outside tem- perature and odometer reading briefly after the remote control has been taken out of the igni-...

  • Page 59: Coolant Temperature

    Coolant temperature tor lamp remains on if the remaining range is less than approx. 30 miles/50 km. A warning lamp will come on if the coolant, and Refuel as soon as possible once your therefore the engine, becomes too hot. cruising range falls below 30 miles/ Check coolant level, refer to page 114.

  • Page 60: Settings And Information

    Average speed To reset average fuel consumption: press the button in the turn indicator stalk for approx. Periods with the vehicle parked and the engine 2 seconds. switched off are not included in the calculations of average speed. Current fuel consumption To reset average speed: press the button in the Displays the current fuel consumption.

  • Page 61: Resetting To Factory Settings

    11 Adjusting settings > Confirmation signals when locking and unlocking the vehicle > Response during unlocking procedure > Automatic locking > Pathway lighting > Daytime running light > Triple turn signal activation > Fuel consumption: mpg, km/l, l/100km > Seat memory >...

  • Page 62: Service Requirements

    The extent of service work required can be read out from the remote control by your BMW Service Advisor.< For certain maintenance operations, you can view the respective distance remaining or due date individually in the instrument cluster.

  • Page 63: Setting The Time

    The sequence of displayed service items may vary. The data for the next service appointment Roadworthiness test is shown first. Microfilter More information on the BMW Maintenance Spark plugs System can be found on page 115. Clock Setting the time To set the 12h/24h mode, refer to Formats and units of measure on page 59.
  • Page 64 Indicator and warning lamps can light up in both indicates that Check Control messages have the indicator area 1 and the display 2 in various been stored. You can view the Check Control combinations and colors. messages whenever it is convenient for you. What to do in case of a malfunction Viewing stored Check Control messages...

  • Page 65: Technology For Driving Comfort And Safety

    If the distance to the nearest object Your BMW has a number of systems that help falls to below roughly 1 ft/30 cm, then a contin- to maintain the vehicle's stability even in uous tone sounds.

  • Page 66: Dsc Dynamic Stability Control

    Electronic brake-force distribution Stabilizing and drive-output promoting actions are no longer executed. The system controls the brake pressure in the rear wheels to ensure stable braking behavior. To increase vehicle stability, activate DSC again as soon as possible. DBC Dynamic Brake Control Activating DSC When you apply the brakes rapidly, this system automatically produces the maximum braking...

  • Page 67: Drive-Off Assistant

    To control Functional requirement If the indicator lamp flashes: In order to assure the reliable reporting of a flat DTC controls the drive forces and tire, the system must be initialized for the cor- brake forces. rect tire inflation pressure. If the indicator lamps are on: The system must be reinitialized each DTC has been activated.

  • Page 68: Tire Pressure Monitor Tpm

    sponding symbol appears in the display distance for continued driving on the basis accompanied by the word "INIT". of the following guidelines: Press button 2 to confirm your choice of the > With a light load: Flat Tire Monitor. 1 to 2 persons without luggage: approx.

  • Page 69: Resetting The System

    Always use wheels with TPM electronics. Oth- Press button 2 for approx. 5 seconds, until erwise, the system may malfunction. the reading shown below is displayed. Each time a tire inflation pressure has been corrected or a wheel or tire has been changed, reset the system.<...
  • Page 70 Declaration according to without luggage: NHTSA/FMVSS 138 approx. 95 miles/150 km Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems > With a full load: 4 persons, cargo bay full: Each tire should be checked monthly when cold approx. 30 miles/50 km and inflated to the inflation pressure recom- mended by the vehicle manufacturer on the Drive cautiously and do not exceed a vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label.

  • Page 71: Brake Force Display

    In the higher speed range, on the other hand, the steering angle is reduced more and more. This improves the handling capability of your BMW over the entire speed range. In critical situations, the system can make tar- geted corrections to the steering angle pro- vided by the driver and thus stabilize the vehicle before the driver intervenes.
  • Page 72 In the event of malfunctions, deactivation, or triggering of the airbag restraint system, have the testing, repair, removal, and disposal of air- bag generators executed only by a BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel and has the required explosives licenses.
  • Page 73 dance with whether and how the front passen- as intended even if a sufficiently severe acci- ger seat is occupied. The indicator lamp shows dent occurs.< whether the front passenger airbags are acti- vated or deactivated. > The indicator lamp comes on as intended when a child in a specially designated child- restraint system is detected on the seat.

  • Page 74: Lamps

    Lamps Parking lamps/low beams Automatic headlamp control* If the daytime running light is activated, refer to page 73, it is switched on when the light switch is in position 3 and the ignition is on. Depending on ambient light conditions, the low beams are switched on automatically, e.g.

  • Page 75: Daytime Running Light

    You can adjust the operating period or deacti- If desired, the light switch can remain in the vate the function. automatic headlamp control position. The exte- rior lamps are automatically switched off after For operating principle refer to page 58. the vehicle is parked.

  • Page 76: Adaptive Head Light

    High beams/roadside parking Press button 2. The setting is stored. lamps Adaptive Head Light* The concept Adaptive Head Light is a variable headlamp control system that enables better illumination of the road surface. Depending on the steering angle and other parameters, the light from the headlamp follows the course of the road.

  • Page 77: Fog Lamps

    Fog lamps Push button 1 up or down to select the desired brightness level. The parking lamps or low beams must Press button 2 in the turn indicator stalk. be switched on for the fog lamps to The display again shows the outside tem- operate.

  • Page 78: Reading Lamps

    Reading lamps There are reading lamps at the front and rear next to the interior lamps. To switch on and off, press the button.

  • Page 79: Climate

    Climate Equipment versions Air vents Depending on the equipment version, your car Airflow directed toward the windshield and has an air conditioner or an automatic climate side windows control system. Air to the upper body area. Air conditioner The knurled wheels open and close the air supply continuously.

  • Page 80: Air Conditioner

    Air conditioner Air distribution Cooling function Recirculated-air mode Temperature Air flow rate Rear window defroster Air distribution Air flow rate Direct the flow of air to the win- Adjust the air flow rate. The higher dows , to the upper body area the rate, the more effective the or to the footwell .
  • Page 81 The microfilter removes dust and pollen from the incoming air. The microfilter is changed by Defrosting windows and removing your BMW center during routine maintenance condensation work. You can call up further information in the service requirements display, refer to page 60.

  • Page 82: Automatic Climate Control

    Automatic climate control* Air distribution, manual Residual heat Temperature, left side of passenger com- Temperature, right side of passenger com- partment partment Maximum cooling Defrosting windows and removing conden- sation AUTO program 10 Switching cooling function on/off manually Air flow rate, manual 11 Rear window defroster AUC Automatic recirculated-air control/ Recirculated-air mode...

  • Page 83: Residual Heat

    should therefore open them for maximum cool- shut off. The system then recirculates the ing. air currently within the vehicle. If condensation starts to form on the AUTO program inside window surfaces during operation The AUTO program adjusts the air in the recirculated-air mode, you should switch distribution to the windshield and it off while also increasing the air flow rate as...
  • Page 84 The microfilter traps dust and pollen in the incoming air. The activated-charcoal filter pro- vides additional protection by filtering gaseous pollutants from the outside air. Your BMW cen- ter replaces this combined filter during routine maintenance. You can call up further information in the service Use the knurled wheels to smoothly open requirements display, refer to page 60.

  • Page 85: Practical Interior Accessories

    If the LED 2 For additional information, please contact your does not flash rapidly after approx. 15 sec- BMW center or call: 1-800-355-3515. onds, alter the distance. You can also obtain information on the Internet To program other original hand-held trans- mitters, repeat steps 3 and 4.

  • Page 86: Digital Compass

    1 as programmed with the signal of the original described under Alternating-code hand-held hand-held transmitter. transmitters.< If you have any questions, please contact your BMW center.< Alternating-code hand-held transmitters Clearing the memory buttons To program the integrated universal remote Press both outer memory buttons 1 for approx.
  • Page 87 Refer to the world map with compass zones below. Procedure To set a compass zone, press the adjustment button on the bottom of the interior rearview Make sure that no large metal objects or mirror with a pointed object, such as a pen, for overhead power lines are in the vicinity of approx.

  • Page 88: Roller Sun Blind

    Roller sun blind* Whenever required, pull the flashlight out of its socket. Tap the button in the center console to raise or Only insert the flashlight back into the lower the roller sun blind. socket when it is switched off, otherwise there is a risk of damage.<...

  • Page 89: Ventilated Storage Compartment

    Storage compartments inside Ventilated storage compartment the vehicle Depending on your vehicle's equipment, you will find compartments beside the steering col- , in the front doors and in the center con- sole There are nets on the front-seat backrests. Storage compartments in the rear console The storage compartment in the center armrest Depending on your vehicle's equipment ver-...

  • Page 90: Cup Holders

    Cup holders Ashtray, front Do not place glassware in a cup holder; Opening otherwise there is an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident. Do not force containers that are too large into the cup hold- ers, otherwise damage could result.<...
  • Page 91 Emptying Lift out the insert. Connecting electrical appliances In your BMW, you can use electrical devices To release the rear seat back, pull the corre- such as a flashlight, car vacuum cleaner, etc., up sponding lever in the cargo bay.

  • Page 92: Ski Bag

    Ski bag* wise, cargo could be thrown around in the event of sharp braking or swerving and endanger the Designed for safe, clean transport of up to occupants.< 4 pairs of standard skis or up to 2 snowboards. The lashing eyes in the cargo bay provide you With the ski bag you can stow skis with a length with a way to attach cargo-bay nets or draw...

  • Page 93: Securing Cargo

    Fold down the center panel in the rear seat backrest. Pull the handle, arrow 1. Pull out the insert, arrow 2. For more information on the various inserts available, contact your BMW cen- ter.<...

  • Page 95: Driving Tips

    Driving tips Driving tips This section provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating conditions.

  • Page 96: Things To Remember When Driving

    Mobile phone in the vehicle 300 miles/500 km. During this break-in period, BMW discourages the use of mobile engage the clutch gently. communications devices, e.g. mobile phones, inside the vehicle without a direct con- nection to an outside antenna.

  • Page 97: Driving Through Water

    65. dimming feature* Braking safely Your BMW is equipped with ABS as a standard feature. Applying the brakes fully is the most effective way of braking in situations in which this is necessary. Since the vehicle maintains...

  • Page 98: Cargo Loading

    For example, if the YYY amount equals For general information about taking care of 1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150-lb. pas- your BMW, refer to the Caring for your vehicle sengers in your vehicle, the amount of avail- brochure.

  • Page 99: Stowing Cargo

    > Heavy-duty cargo straps for securing larger and heavier objects are available at your BMW center. Four lashing eyes are provided for attaching the cargo straps. Two are located on the rear cargo-bay panel 2, two more on the cargo-bay sidewalls 1.
  • Page 100 You should therefore always remember not to exceed the approved roof load capacity, the approved gross vehicle weight or the axle loads when loading the rack. You can find the applicable data under Weights on page 140. The roof load must be distributed uniformly and should not be too large in area.

  • Page 103: Mobility

    Mobility Mobility This section helps you maintain your car's mobility by supplying important information on vital topics including fuels and lubricants, wheels and tires, service, maintenance and breakdown assistance.

  • Page 104: Refueling

    Refueling Always switch off the engine before refu- eling, otherwise, fuel cannot be added to the tank and a message will be displayed.< Take all precautionary measures and observe all applicable regulations when handling fuel. Do not carry any spare fuel con- tainers in your vehicle.
  • Page 105 Required fuel Super Premium Gasoline/AKI 91 This gasoline is highly recommended. However, you may also use gasoline with less AKI. The minimum AKI Rating is: > 328i: 87 > 335i: 89. If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI Rat- ing, the engine may produce knocking sounds when starting at high outside temperatures.

  • Page 106: Wheels And Tires

    The inflation pressures apply to the tire damage and accidents could occur.< sizes approved and tire brands recom- Observe all national and local maximum speed mended by BMW; a list of these is available limits, otherwise violations of the laws could from your BMW center.< occur.
  • Page 107 Tire inflation pressures for the 328i Tire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa Traveling speeds Traveling speeds up to a max. of including those exceeding 100 mph / 160 km/h 100 mph / 160 km/h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kilopascal with cold tires.
  • Page 108 Tire inflation pressures for the 335i Tire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa Traveling speeds Traveling speeds up to a max. of including those exceeding 100 mph / 160 km/h 100 mph / 160 km/h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kilopascal with cold tires.

  • Page 109: Tire Identification Marks

    DOT … 0705 means that the nering, hydroplaning, or peak traction charac- tire was manufactured in week 7 of 2005. teristics.< BMW recommends that you replace all tires after 6 years at most, even if some tires may last for 10 years.

  • Page 110: Tire Condition

    To do so, drive carefully to the Inspect your tires frequently for tread wear, nearest BMW center or tire shop that works signs of damage and for foreign objects lodged according to BMW repair procedures with cor- in the tread.

  • Page 111: New Wheels And Tires

    TPM electronics; otherwise the Retreaded tires Tire Pressure Monitor may not be able to detect a puncture, refer to page 66. Your BMW center BMW recommends that you do not use will be glad to advise you.

  • Page 112: Snow Chains

    You are not permitted to mount snow chains to Certain makes of tire are recommended by tires of the following sizes: BMW for each tire size. They are marked with a > 255/40 R 17 clearly visible BMW designation on the sidewall >...

  • Page 113: Under The Hood

    If you are unfamiliar with the statutory guide- lines, have any work on the vehicle performed only by a BMW center or by a workshop that work according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel. If this work...

  • Page 114: Engine Oil

    Important parts of the engine compartment Expansion tank for coolant, refer to Jump-starting connection, refer to page page Washer fluid reservoir for headlamp clean- Filler neck for engine oil, refer to Adding ing system and window washer system, engine oil refer to page Reservoir for brake fluid, under the cover of the microfilter...

  • Page 115: Adding Engine Oil

    Too much oil will harm the engine. Have the vehicle checked without Oil change delay.< Have oil changed only at your BMW center or at The oil level sensor is defective. a workshop that works according to BMW Do not add engine oil. You can continue repair procedures with correspondingly trained your journey.

  • Page 116: Checking Coolant Level

    BMW High Per- the filler neck. formance Synthetic Oil or approved synthetic oils.< You can also call BMW of North America at 1-800-831-1117 or visit the website www.bmwusa.com to obtain this information. Viscosity ratings Viscosity is a measure of an oil's flow rating and is categorized in SAE classes.

  • Page 117: Maintenance

    61; otherwise the effectiveness of Condi- minimal vehicle maintenance costs. tion Based Service CBS is not assured.< If and when you come to sell your BMW, a com- prehensive record of servicing will prove a sig- Service and Warranty Information nificant benefit.

  • Page 118: Event Data Recorders

    Care Important information on the care and mainte- nance of your BMW is contained in the Caring for your vehicle brochure. Primary components that make up exhaust emissions can be checked by a device via the OBD socket.

  • Page 119: Replacing Components

    Lamps and bulbs make an essential contribu- tion to vehicle safety. They should, therefore, be handled carefully. BMW recommends hav- ing your BMW center perform any work that you do not feel competent to perform yourself or The onboard tool kit is stored in a compartment that is not described here.

  • Page 120: Xenon Lamps

    Have any work on the xenon lamp system, including bulb replacements, performed Disconnect the plug, change the bulb and only by a BMW center or a workshop that works reconnect the plug. according to BMW repair procedures with cor- Insert the bulb and turn it until it stops.

  • Page 121: Tail Lamps

    Brake lamp Roadside parking lamp/tail lamp, LED If one of the bulbs 2, 5 or 6 malfunctions, please contact your BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel. Left-hand side: use a screwdriver to pry off the cover in the cargo bay and remove the cover.

  • Page 122: Changing Wheels

    Your BMW center will be glad to advise in all matters concerning the battery.
  • Page 123 Open the cover in the glove compartment and remove it. Spare fuses and a pair of plastic forceps are set in holders on the distributor box. See the rear of the cover for information on fuse assignment.

  • Page 124: Giving And Receiving Assistance

    The car phone can be reacti- The BMW Group's Roadside Assistance ser- vated by a BMW center after signing a new con- vice is there to assist you around the clock in tract.

  • Page 125: Connecting Jumper Cables

    Press the tab to take it out. Jump starting If the car's own battery is flat, your BMW's Attach one terminal clamp of the plus/+ engine can be started by connecting two jumper cable to the positive terminal of the jumper cables to another vehicle's battery.

  • Page 126: Being Towed

    Using a tow fitting Your BMW has a special nut as body ground or negative pole. The screw-in tow fitting must always be carried in the car. It can be screwed in at the front or rear of the BMW.

  • Page 127: Automatic Transmission

    In come countries, it is illegal to tow your vehicle with a tow bar or tow rope on public highways. Have the BMW transported with a tow truck with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed. Please familiarize yourself with the relevant...
  • Page 128 Have the vehicle tow-started with the clutch depressed and slowly release the clutch. After the engine starts, immediately depress the clutch completely. Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow bar or rope and switch off the hazard warn- ing flashers. Have the vehicle checked.

  • Page 129: Indicator And Warning Lamps

    Indicator and warning lamps Indicator and warning lamps appear in indicator area 1 and display 2. See the table for informa- tion on causes and how to react. Note whether a lamp comes on alone or in combination with another. Some lamps can light up in different colors.
  • Page 130 Cause What to do Door open Engine compartment lid open Luggage compartment lid open Gas cap missing or loose Close the gas cap until there is a clearly audible click. Do not jam the strap between the gas cap and the vehicle. Windshield washer fluid level too low Add washer fluid as soon as possible, refer to page 47.
  • Page 131 Carefully bring the car to a stop, switch off the engine and allow it to cool down. Do not open the engine compartment lid, otherwise there would be a risk of injury by scalding. Contact your BMW center. Lights up in yellow: Engine too hot...
  • Page 132 Cause What to do Lights up in red: Battery is no longer being charged. Switch off all unnecessary electrical Alternator malfunction consumers. Have the battery checked without delay. Lights up in yellow: Battery charge level very low, battery Have the battery checked as soon as aged or not securely connected possible.
  • Page 133 Cause What to do Indication in US models Vehicle electronics failed You cannot continue your journey. Con- tact your BMW center. Indication in Canadian models Vehicle electronics failed You cannot continue your journey. Con- tact your BMW center. Indication in Canadian models Vehicle electronics failed You cannot continue your journey.
  • Page 134 Cause What to do Suspension control system failed, refer Driving stability limited during accelera- also to page tion and cornering. You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Have the system checked as soon as possible. Indication in US models The driving stability control systems, You can continue your journey.
  • Page 135 Cause What to do Vehicles with Tire Pressure Monitor Light up in yellow and red: There is a flat tire or substantial loss of Carefully bring the car to a stop. Comply tire pressure with the additional information starting on page 66. Light up in yellow: Tire Pressure Monitor not initialized Check the inflation pressure and reset...
  • Page 136 Electric steering wheel lock malfunc- The engine can no longer be started. If tioning applicable, do not switch off the engine. Contact your BMW center. Lights up in yellow: Electric steering wheel lock jammed Move the steering wheel before starting the engine.
  • Page 137 Add coolant immediately, refer to page 114. Engine oil pressure too low Stop immediately and switch off the engine. You cannot continue your jour- ney. Contact your BMW center. Engine oil level too low Add engine oil immediately; refer to page for more information.

  • Page 139: Reference

    Reference Reference This chapter contains technical data and an index that will help you find information most quickly.

  • Page 140: Technical Data

    Technical data Engine data 328i 335i Displacement cu in/cmµ 182.8/2,996 181.8/2,979 Number of cylinders Maximum power output at engine speed 6,500 5,800 Maximum torque lb ft/Nm 200/270 300/407 at engine speed 2,750 1,400-5,000...
  • Page 141 Dimensions All dimensions given in inches/mm. Smallest turning circle diam.: 36 ft 1 in/11.0 m 335i: height approx. 4 ft 6 in/1,375 mm...
  • Page 142 Weights 328i 335i Curb weight > with manual transmission lbs/kg 3,351/1,520 3,571/1,620 > with automatic transmission lbs/kg 3,417/1,550 3,582/1,625 Approved gross weight > with manual transmission lbs/kg 4,277/1,940 4,497/2,040 > with automatic transmission lbs/kg 4,343/1,970 4,508/2,045 Load lbs/kg 926/420 926/420 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,061/935...
  • Page 143 Fuel grade: page including reserve of US gal/liters approx. 2.1/8.0 Window washer system For more details: page including headlamp washers US quarts/liters approx. 6.3/6.0 Engine with oil filter renewal US quarts/liters approx. 6.9/6.5 BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil Oil grades: page...

  • Page 144: Everything From A To Z

    Everything from A to Z Index Air outlets, refer to Air AUC Automatic recirculated- vents air control ABS Antilock Brake Air pressure, refer to Tire Audio device, external System inflation pressure Automatic ACC, refer to Active cruise Air recirculation, refer to –...
  • Page 145 Bar, refer to Towing Brakes Cargo, securing methods – ABS Cargo bay Battery – BMW Maintenance – capacity – charging System – convenient access – disposal 27, – breaking in – folding up the floor panel – jump starting –...
  • Page 146 Car phone Cleaning headlamps Convenient operation – installation location, refer to – washer fluid – glass sunroof Center armrest Clock – glass sunroof with – refer to separate Owner's – 12h/24h mode convenient access Manual – setting time – windows with convenient Car wash Closing access...
  • Page 147 – seat adjustment Engine oil requirements Electrical malfunction – adding Distance warning, refer to – door lock – BMW Maintenance PDC Park Distance – driver's door System Control – fuel filler door – checking level Door key, refer to Remote –...
  • Page 148 Engine speed, refer to Engine Fixture for remote control, Fuel clock, refer to Fuel data refer to Ignition lock gauge Engine starting, refer to Flashlight, refer to Fuel display, refer to Fuel Starting the engine Rechargeable flashlight gauge Entry lamps, refer to Interior Flash when locking/ Fuel filler door lamps...
  • Page 149 – compass, refer to High water, refer to Driving Calibrating Lamps, refer to Parking lamps/ through water – Flat Tire Monitor FTM low beams Hills – glass sunroof Lamps and bulbs, replacing Holders for cups Installation location bulbs Homepage BMW – telephone...
  • Page 150 Securing cargo to Opening manually mirror memory LATCH child-restraint fixing – emergency release Microfilter system – locking or unlocking – BMW Maintenance LEDs light-emitting separately System diodes – opening from inside – for air conditioner Length, refer to – opening from outside –...
  • Page 151 Multifunction switch Outside-temperature Pressure monitoring of tires, – refer to Turn signals/ display refer to Tire Pressure headlamp flasher – changing units of Monitor TPM – refer to Wiper system measure Programmable buttons on the – in computer steering wheel Outside temperature Protection function, refer to warning...
  • Page 152 Refueling Runflat System Component Seat heating Releasing RSC, refer to Run-Flat Seats – hood Tires – adjusting electrically Remaining distance, refer to Run-Flat Tires – adjusting the seats Cruising range – continuing driving with a – heating Remote control damaged tire –...
  • Page 153 Side airbags Starting the engine Tank contents, refer to Side windows, refer to – start/stop button Capacities Windows Status of this Owner's Manual Technical data Signal horn, refer to at time of printing – capacities Horn 10, Steering wheel – dimensions Sitting safely –...
  • Page 154 Tires Track width, refer to Universal garage door opener, – age 107, Dimensions refer to Integrated universal – air loss Traction control, refer to DSC remote control – breaking in Dynamic Stability Universal mobile phone – changing, refer to Changing Control preparation package, refer wheels...
  • Page 155 Warning and indicator lamps, Winter tires overview – storage Warning messages, refer to Wiper blade replacement Check Control Wiper system Warning triangle Wooden trim, refer to Caring Washer fluid for your vehicle brochure – content of the reservoir Work in the engine Washer fluid reservoir compartment Washing the car, refer to...

  • Page 157: Tire Inflation Pressures

    Refueling So that you always have access to the data you Fuel need when refueling, you are recommended to Designation enter the relevant figures for your car in the table provided below. Consult the index for indi- vidual specifications. Please enter your preferred fuel here. Engine oil Quality Do not add engine oil until the corresponding...
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