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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 0 012 926 US English VIII/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 164. Using this Owner's Manual Notes Reporting safety defects At a glance Cockpit Controls Opening and closing Adjustments Transporting children safely Driving Everything under control...

  • 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: Reporting Safety Defects

    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 call 1-800-333-0510 toll-free from anywhere in Canada or 1-613-993-9851 from the Ottawa region and from other countries, or contact Transport Canada by mail at: Transport Canada, ASFAD, Place de Ville, Tower C, 330 Sparks Street, Ottawa, ON, K1A 0N5.

  • 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 Safety switch for electric rear Parking lamps windows Low beams Opening and closing windows Automatic headlamp control Adaptive Head Light Folding exterior mirrors in and out Adjusting exterior mirrors, automatic curb monitor Fog lamps...
  • Page 13 Changing radio station Turn signals Selecting music track Scrolling through phone book and lists with stored phone numbers High beams, headlamp flasher Next entertainment source Roadside parking lamps Recirculated-air mode Computer Settings and information about the 13 Horn: the entire surface vehicle 14 Adjusting the steering wheel Instrument lighting...
  • 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 Energy Control 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 the indicator area 1 or 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 Request call PDC Park Distance Control Reading lamps Sedan: Glass roof/panorama glass roof Roller sun blind Interior lamps Hill Descent Control HDC Passenger airbag status lamp Hazard warning flashers DTC Dynamic Traction Control Central locking system...

  • 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

    The concept Each remote control contains a rechargeable battery that is automatically recharged when it You can set many of your BMW's functions to is in the ignition lock while the car is being suit your personal needs and preferences.

  • Page 21: Central Locking System

    > Units of measure for fuel consumption, dis- In the event of a sufficiently severe accident, the tance covered/remaining distances, and central locking system unlocks automatically. In temperature, refer to page addition, the hazard warning flashers and inte- rior lamps come on. >...

  • Page 22: Panic Mode

    Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator Sedan: Unlocking the luggage compartment lever down repeatedly until the symbol appears in the display. Press the button for a longer period. The luggage compartment lid opens a short distance, regardless of whether it was locked or unlocked.
  • Page 23 bol appears in the display accompanied by Malfunctions the word "SET". 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. If the car can no longer be locked with a remote control, the battery in the remote control is dis- charged.

  • Page 24: Manual Operation

    Convenient operation bol appears in the display accompanied by the word "SET". At the door lock, you can operate the windows and glass roof /panorama glass roof Hold the key in the position for unlocking or locking. Watch during the closing process to be sure that no one is injured.

  • Page 25: Luggage Compartment Lid

    Unlocking and opening doors Opening from outside > Either unlock the doors together using the Sedan button for the central locking system and then pull the door handle above the armrest > pull on the door handle of each door twice: the first time unlocks the door, the second time opens it.
  • Page 26 Opening manually Pull the ring upward. The tailgate is unlocked. Sedan Open the tailgate and close the cover again. The integrated key of the remote control, refer The tailgate is locked as soon as it is pressed to page 18, fits the luggage compartment lid shut.

  • Page 27: Emergency Release

    Emergency release Sports Wagon: opening and closing the rear window Small items can be loaded and unloaded quickly when the rear window is opened sepa- rately. The roll-up cover is raised when the rear window is opened. Before closing the rear window, press the roll-up cover downward until engages.<...

  • Page 28: Interior Motion Sensor

    > An acoustic alarm > If the indicator lamp flashes after unlocking until the remote control is inserted in the > Switching on the hazard warning flashers ignition, but for no longer than approx. > Flashing the high beams 5 minutes: your vehicle has been disturbed while you were away.
  • Page 29 Convenient access supports the following Unlocking functions: > Unlocking/locking the vehicle > Unlocking the luggage compartment lid/ tailgate separately > Engine starting > Convenient closure Functional requirement > The vehicle or the luggage compartment Grasp the handle on the driver's or front pas- lid/tailgate can only be locked when the senger's door completely, arrow 1.

  • Page 30: Starting The Engine

    Malfunction Take the old battery to a battery collec- Convenient access may malfunction due to tion point or to your BMW center.< local radio waves. If this happens, open or close the vehicle via the buttons on the remote con- trol or using the integrated key.
  • Page 31 Opening, closing Closing without pinch protection If there is an external danger, or if ice on the win- dows, etc., prevents you from closing the win- dows normally, proceed as follows: Pull the switch past the resistance point and hold it there. Pinch protection is limited and the window reopens slightly if the closing force exceeds a certain value.
  • Page 32 Press the switch backwards to the resis- tem must be initialized. BMW recommends tance point. having this work done by your BMW center. The glass sunroof and the sliding visor open together as long as you hold the switch in Closing manually this position.
  • Page 33 Insert the screwdriver into the openings on it in your field of vision until it is shut. each side to press the clips. Take the remote control with you when you leave the car, otherwise children could operate the sunroof and possibly injure themselves.<...
  • Page 34 The point. system must be initialized. BMW recommends The panorama glass roof opens automati- having this work done by your BMW center. cally. Briefly press the switch again to stop the movement. Closing manually...
  • Page 35 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 132, into the opening provided. Move the panorama glass roof in the desired direction. Reinstall the control unit and reattach the lamp cover.

  • Page 36: 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 37: Manual Adjustment

    Seats Backrest Note before adjusting Never attempt to adjust your seat while the vehicle is moving. The seat could respond with unexpected movement, and the ensuing loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident. On the front passenger seat as well, do not incline the backrest too far to the rear while the vehicle is being driven, otherwise there is a dan- Pull lever 3 and apply your weight to the back-...

  • Page 38: Head Restraints

    > Shift curvature up or down: press the switch at the top or bottom, respectively. Backrest width* Longitudinal direction Height Angle You can change the width of the backrest to suit your individual preferences by adjusting the lat- eral-support pads. Press the front or rear end of the switch.

  • Page 39: Front Seats

    Front seats Pull up as far as it will go. Press the button, arrow 1, tilt the rear seat Height adjustment backrest slighly forward and pull the head restraint all the way out. Only remove the head restraints if no pas- sengers will be sitting in the rear.

  • Page 40: Heated Seats

    Heated seats* The driver's seat and exterior mirror posi- tions are stored for the remote control cur- rently in use. Call-up Do not call up memory while you are driv- ing, otherwise unexpected seat move- ment could result in an accident.<...

  • Page 41: Safety Belts

    Safety belts Activating/deactivating automatic call- Observe the adjustment instructions on For operating principle refer to page 64. page to ensure the best possible per- Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator sonal protection.< lever up or down repeatedly until the sym- Before every drive, make sure that all occupants bol appears in the display accompanied by wear their safety belts.

  • Page 42: Exterior Mirrors

    Have this work done only by row streets, for example, or for moving mirrors your BMW center or at a workshop that works that were folded in by hand back out into their according to BMW repair procedures with cor- correct positions.

  • Page 43: Steering Wheel

    Steering wheel Deactivating Push the switch to the position for the passen- Adjustments ger-side mirror, arrow 2. Do not adjust the steering wheel position Interior rearview mirror while the car is in motion, otherwise there is a risk of accident due to an unexpected move- ment.<...

  • Page 44: Transporting Children Safely

    Otherwise, a child traveling on that seat will face a significant risk of injury if the airbags are triggered off, even with a child-restraint system. Your BMW center will be glad to advise you.< For more information on automatic deactivation...
  • Page 45 Child seat security Child-restraint system with tether strap Sports Wagon The rear safety belts and the front passenger's safety belt can be prevented from being pulled out in order to fasten child-restraint systems. Sedan To lock the safety belt Secure the child-restraint system with the belt.

  • Page 46: Latch Child-Restraint Fixing

    Placement of the tether strap Use the hook to clip the tether strap to the anchor. Sports Wagon: Push the head restraint into its lowermost position. Pull the tether strap taut. LATCH child-restraint fixing system LATCH: Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHil- dren.
  • Page 47 Rear seats without through-loading system The anchor points for the lower LATCH anchors are located at the positions indicated by arrows, in the gap between the seat and the backrest. Make sure that the two lower LATCH anchors are properly engaged and that the child-restraint system rests firmly against the seat backrest.<...

  • Page 48: Driving

    Driving Ignition lock Start/stop button Insert the remote control all the way into the Each time the start/stop button is briefly ignition lock. pressed, 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 49: 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 50: Indicator Lamp

    Parking brake Manual transmission The parking brake is primarily intended to pre- vent 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.
  • Page 51 Displays in the instrument cluster R Reverse Select this 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 52: Turn Signals

    Upshifts and downshifts are executed only Overriding selector lever lock when they will result in a plausible combination Should the selector lever refuse to move out of of engine and vehicle speed; thus, for example, position P although the button on the selector a downshift that would cause the engine to lever is pressed, the selector lever lock can be overrev will not be executed by the system.

  • Page 53: Wiper System

    Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator Use button 1 to select: lamp indicates that a turn signal indicator > failed.< Brief indication of a turn. > Indicating a turn briefly Triple turn signal. Press the lever as far as the resistance point for Press button 2.

  • Page 54: Washer Fluid

    Intermittent wipe or rain sensor* windshield. If you do, your vision could be obscured. Antifreeze should therefore be If the car is not equipped with a rain sensor, the added to the fluid, refer to Washer fluid. intermittent-wipe time is a preset. Do not use the washers when the washer fluid If the car is equipped with a rain sensor, the time reservoir is empty, otherwise you will damage...

  • Page 55: Cruise Control

    Washer fluid reservoir extended period at very high or very low engine speeds, or the system is deactivated. One lever for all functions Fill with water and, if required, with a washer antifreeze, according to manufacturer's recom- mendations. Storing and maintaining speed or accelerat- All washer nozzles are supplied with washer fluid by the same reservoir.

  • Page 56: Warning Lamp

    Press the lever to the resistance point, arrow 1, Warning lamp until the desired speed is reached. The warning lamp comes on when Accelerating significantly: cruise control has been automatically deactivated by applying the parking Press the lever beyond the resistance point, brake or as a result of DSC intervening.

  • Page 57: Active Cruise Control

    Active cruise control* Braking sensation > If you step on the brake pedal while the sys- The concept tem is braking, pedal sensation will be slightly different from the usual. With active cruise control, you can select a desired speed which is not only automatically >...

  • Page 58: Maintaining Current Speed

    One lever for all functions the maximum speed of 110 mph or 180 km/h is achieved. The speed then displayed is stored and achieved on a clear road. Decreasing desired speed Pull the lever, arrow 2, until the desired speed is displayed.
  • Page 59 Use good judgment to select the appro- Warning lamp 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, an accident risk could result.<...

  • Page 60: System Limitations

    If --- mph or --- km/h temporarily appears Radar sensor 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 68.< Warning lamps The indicator 2 flashes in red;...

  • Page 61: Swerving Vehicles

    Active cruise control is not and must not Swerving vehicles 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 62: 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 63: Odometer/Tachometer, Outside Temperature Display, Clock

    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 64: Coolant Temperature

    Coolant temperature Fuel gauge A warning lamp will come on if the coolant, and therefore the engine, becomes too hot. Check coolant level, refer to page 129. Energy Control* Fuel tank capacity: approx. 15.9 US gallons/ 60 liters. You can find information on refueling on page 113.

  • Page 65: Average Fuel Consumption

    Computer Average fuel consumption The average fuel consumption is calculated for Displays in the instrument cluster the time during which the engine is running. To reset average fuel consumption: press the button in the turn indicator lever for approx. 2 seconds. Current fuel consumption* Displays the current fuel consumption.

  • Page 66: Settings And Information

    Settings and information Operating principle Button for: 11 Adjusting settings > Selecting display > Confirmation signals when locking and unlocking the vehicle > Setting values > Response during unlocking Button for: procedure > Confirming selected display or set val- > Automatic locking >...

  • Page 67: Resetting To Factory Settings

    The settings are on the ignition. stored for the remote control currently in use, The extent of service work required can refer also to Personal Profile on page 18. be read out from the remote control by your BMW Service Advisor.<...

  • Page 68: Possible Displays

    Engine oil 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 130. Front brake pads...

  • Page 69: Setting The Time

    Clock symbol appears in the display, accompa- nied by the date and the word "SET". Setting the time Press button 2. To set the 12h/24h mode, refer to Formats and Use button 1 to set the day of the month. units of measure on page 64.
  • Page 70 What to do in case of a malfunction Press button 2. The display again shows the outside tem- The meaning of each lamp in the event of a mal- perature and the time. function and tips on how to respond are listed starting on page 145.

  • Page 71: 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 72: 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 73: Hill Descent Control

    Press the button; the indicator lamp lights up. your speed on steep downhill gradients and The indicator lamp flashes when the vehicle is makes it even easier to control your BMW's being braked automatically. handling under these conditions. The vehicle...

  • Page 74: Drive-Off Assistant

    Displays in the instrument cluster reports any significant loss of pressure in one tire in relation to another. If a tire loses pressure, its rolling radius changes, and this in turn alters the speed of rotation. This change is detected and is reported as a flat tire.
  • Page 75 Start the engine immediately before pulling steering maneuvers. Do not exceed a speed away, but do not drive off yet. of 50 mph or 80 km/h. If the car is not equipped with Run- Flat Tires, refer to page 124, the stan- dard equipment by design, do not continue driving.

  • Page 76: Tire Pressure Monitor Tpm

    Malfunction Start the engine, but do not start driving. The warning lamps come on in yel- Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator low. The Flat Tire Monitor has a mal- lever up or down repeatedly until the corre- function or has failed.
  • Page 77 ing maneuvers. Do not exceed a speed of > If there is a malfunction 50 mph/80 km/h. Have the system checked. If the car is not equipped with Run- > If a wheel without TPM electronics has Flat Tires, refer to page 124, the stan- been mounted dard equipment by design, do not continue >...

  • Page 78: 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 79 In the event of malfunctions, deactivation, or triggering of the airbag restraint system, have Protective action the testing, repair, removal, and disposal of air- bag generators executed only by a BMW center Observe the adjustment instructions on or a workshop that works according to BMW page...
  • Page 80 Do not attach seat covers, seat cushion padding, ball mats or other items to the front passenger seat unless they are specifically recommended by BMW. Do not place any items under the seat which could press against the seat from below. Other-...

  • Page 81: Lamps

    Lamps Parking lamps/low beams ing on ambient light conditions, e.g. in a tunnel, in twilight, or if there is precipitation. The LED next to the symbol is illuminated when the low beams are on. When driving into tunnels with bright overhead lights, there may be a delay before the head- lamps come on.

  • Page 82: Daytime Running Lamps

    bol appears in the display accompanied by Activating/deactivating daytime running lamps* the word "SET". For operating principle refer to page 64. Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator lever up or down repeatedly until the sym- bol appears in the display accompanied by the word "SET".

  • Page 83: Switching Off

    of the road surface. Depending on the steering The roadside parking lamps drain the bat- angle and other parameters, the light from the tery. Therefore, do not leave them on for headlamp follows the course of the road. unduly long periods of time, otherwise the bat- tery might not have enough power to start the Activating Adaptive Head Light engine.<...

  • Page 84: Reading Lamps

    Switching interior lamps on/off manually Push button 1 up or down repeatedly until the appropriate symbol appears in the dis- play, accompanied by the brightness set- Interior lamps, front and rear ting and scale the word "SET". To switch on and off, press the button. Press button 2.

  • Page 85: 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 86: Air Conditioner

    Air conditioner Air distribution Cooling function Recirculated-air mode Temperature Air flow rate Rear window defroster Air distribution Switching the system on/off Direct the flow of air to the win- Turn the air flow rate rotary switch to 0. Blower dows , to the upper body area and air conditioner are completely switched off or to the footwell...
  • Page 87 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 65. Air distribution 1 in position Airflow control 2 all the way to the right.

  • Page 88: 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/ 12 Air grill for interior temperature sensor –...

  • Page 89: 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 90 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 65.

  • Page 91: 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 92: 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 93: Setting The Language

    Setting compass zones pass can function correctly; refer to the world map with compass zones below. Set the compass zone corresponding to your vehicle's geographic location so that the com- To set the compass zone, press the adjustment your vehicle and that you have enough button for approx.

  • Page 94: Roller Sun Blinds

    Roller sun blinds* Locking To lock the glove compartment, use the inte- Rear window blind grated key of the remote control, refer to page 18. Rechargeable flashlight It is on the left-hand side of the glove compart- ment. The flashlight can remain plugged in. Whenever required, pull the flashlight out of its socket.

  • Page 95: Cup Holders

    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. Clothes hooks There are clothes hooks on the grab handles in The storage compartment in the center armrest the rear passenger compartment.

  • Page 96: Ashtray, Front/Rear

    Emptying Lift out the insert. Lift out the insert. Connecting electrical appliances In your BMW, you can use electrical devices such as a flashlight, car vacuum cleaner, etc., up to approx. 200 watts at 12 volts, as long as one...
  • Page 97 of the following sockets is available. Avoid dam- Socket in the cargo bay* aging the sockets by attempting to insert plugs Sedan of unsuitable shape or size. Cigarette lighter socket* To access the socket: take the cigarette lighter out of the socket. Socket in the center armrest External audio device, refer to page 93.
  • Page 98 Release the latch plate from the fixture on the rear window shelf and insert it into the belt lock of the center safety belt. Make sure you hear the latch plate engage in the belt buckle. Push the corresponding head restraint down as far as it will go, refer to page 37.

  • Page 99: Partition Net

    The roll-up cover is raised when the rear it into the retaining fixtures, arrow 1. This can window or tailgate is opened . Before best be done from the rear seat. closing the rear window or tailgate, press the When you no longer require the partition net, roll-up cover downward until it engages.<...
  • Page 100 Storage compartments inside Removing the drawer the cargo bay Push the drawer all the way in. Turn the catches on the left and right all the Sedan way out. Depending on your vehicle's equipment, the following storage spaces can be found in the cargo bay: >...

  • Page 101: Lashing Eyes

    > Hooks for hanging up shopping bags or tote Sports Wagon bags, for example, on the left and right-hand sides of the cargo bay > Net for small objects on the right trim panel of the cargo bay > Storage compartment under the floor panel Depending on your vehicle's equipment, other storage spaces can be found in the cargo bay: >...
  • Page 102 Pull out the insert, arrow 2. Only place clean skis in the ski bag. Wrap sharp For more information on the various edges to prevent damage. inserts available, contact your BMW cen- ter.< Securing cargo After loading, secure the ski bag and its con- tents.

  • Page 105: Driving Tips

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

  • Page 106: Things To Remember When Driving

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

  • Page 107: Driving Through Water

    When the vehicle is driven only occasionally, Braking safely during extended periods when the vehicle is not Your BMW is equipped with ABS as a standard used at all, and in operating conditions where feature. Applying the brakes fully is the most...

  • Page 108: Cargo Loading

    Before driving into a car wash For general information about taking care of your BMW, refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure. Locate the following statement on your Sports Wagon: rear window wiper...

  • Page 109: Securing Cargo

    Heavy-duty cargo straps for securing larger and heavier objects are available at Sedan your BMW center. Four lashing eyes are provided for attaching the cargo straps. Two are located on the cargo-bay sidewalls 1, two more are on the rear cargo-bay panel Please comply with the information sup- plied with the cargo straps.
  • Page 110 Roof-mounted luggage rack* A special rack system is available as an option for your BMW. Comply with the directions given in the installation instructions. Mounting points The mounting points are located in the roof/ along the roof rails Loading roof-mounted luggage rack...

  • Page 113: 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 114: Refueling

    Refueling Sedan 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 115: Fuel Specifications

    This gasoline is highly recommended. However, you may also use gasoline with less AKI. The minimum AKI Rating is: > 323i, 328i/xi: 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 116: 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 117 Sedan: tire inflation pressures for the 323i, for Canada only 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 118 Sedan: 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 119 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. Cold = ambient temperature with Sports package 205/55 R 16 91 H M+S...
  • Page 120 Sedan: tire inflation pressures for the 328xi 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 121 Sedan: 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 122 Sports Wagon: 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 123 Sports Wagon: tire inflation pressures for the 328xi 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 124: Tire Identification Marks

    DOT … 3006 means that the nering, hydroplaning, or peak traction charac- tire was manufactured in week 30 of 2006. teristics.< BMW recommends that you replace all tires after 6 years at most, even if some tires may last for 10 years.

  • Page 125: 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 126: New Wheels And Tires

    TPM electronics; otherwise the Tire Pressure Monitor may not be able to detect Retreaded tires a puncture, refer to page 74. Your BMW center BMW recommends that you do not use will be glad to advise you.

  • Page 127: Snow Chains

    50 km/h. Certain makes of tire are recommended by Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor if BMW for each tire size. They are marked with a snow chains are mounted, otherwise the clearly visible BMW designation on the sidewall instrument might issue an incorrect reading.

  • Page 128: 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 129: 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 Engine oil The engine oil consumption is dependent on...

  • Page 130: Possible Displays

    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 131: 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 132: Maintenance

    67; 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 133: 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 134: Replacing Components

    Replacing components Onboard tool kit Wiper blades Sedan Fold up the wiper arm. Remove the cover. To do so, press the hook The onboard tool kit is stored in a compartment on the bottom, see arrow. on the right-hand side of the cargo bay. Remove the cover.

  • Page 135: Lamps And Bulbs

    Use a only by a BMW center or a workshop that works clean tissue, cloth or something similar, or hold according to BMW repair procedures with cor- the bulb by its base.<...
  • Page 136 Be careful when installing the covers, oth- erwise leaks could occur and cause dam- age to the headlamp system.< For checking and adjusting headlamp aim, please contact your BMW center.< Access to the lamps The high-beam headlamp can be accessed from the engine compartment, whereas the...
  • Page 137 Brake lamp Access through the wheel well on If one of the bulbs 2, 5 or 6 malfunctions, please page 134. contact your BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel. Sports Wagon >...
  • Page 138 Turn signal screws on the cover, arrows 1, 90° and take out the cover, arrow 2. Backup lamp Tail lamp Brake lamp Fender-mounted lamps Sedan Using a screwdriver, pry off the cover in the cargo bay or release the turn-lock fastener by turning it counterclockwise and remove Loosen the bulb holder at the clip, see the cover.

  • Page 139: Lamps In Luggage Compartment Lid/Tailgate

    Center brake lamp This lamp uses LED technology for operation. In the event of a malfunction, please contact Fold away the foam insulating material. your BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with cor- respondingly trained personnel.

  • Page 140: Changing Wheels

    Your BMW center will be glad to advise in erwise this could lead to a circuit overload, ulti- all matters concerning the battery.
  • Page 141 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 142: Giving And Receiving Assistance

    BMW > BMW Assist is activated. Activating Assist Response Center. BMW Assist, refer to separate Owner's If the LED is flashing but the BMW Assist Manual. Response Center cannot be heard over the > Radio readiness is on.

  • Page 143: Jump Starting

    Sports Wagon Jump starting If the car's own battery is flat, your BMW's engine can be started by connecting two jumper cables to another vehicle's battery. You can also use the same method to help start another vehicle.

  • Page 144: Connecting Jumper Cables

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

  • Page 145: Being Towed

    the vehicle by the tow fitting. Otherwise the tow Automatic transmission fitting and the vehicle could be damaged.< Selector lever in position N. Changing selector lever positions, refer to Access to screw thread page 49. Rectangular cover panel in bumper: Do not exceed a towing speed of 45 mph Press on the upper edges of the cover panel.
  • Page 146 71.< With xDrive Do not tow a BMW with xDrive with just the front or rear axle raised, otherwise the wheels could lock up and the transfer case could be damaged.< Have the BMW transported on a flatbed surface only.

  • Page 147: Indicator And Warning Lamps

    Indicator and warning lamps Indicator and warning lamps appear in indicator area 1 or 2. See the table for information 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. Corresponding distinctions are made in the text.
  • Page 148 Cause What to do Door open Engine compartment lid open Luggage compartment lid/tailgate or rear window open Gas cap missing or loose Make sure that the gas cap is correctly positioned and close it until it audibly clicks. Do not jam the strap between the gas cap and the vehicle.
  • Page 149 Engine malfunction Stop the car and switch off the engine. You cannot continue your journey. Con- tact your BMW center. Lights up in yellow: Full engine power is no longer available You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution.
  • Page 150 Have the condition of the brake pads checked without delay. Indication in Canadian models Brake pads worn Have the condition of the brake pads checked without delay. Indication in US models Vehicle electronics failed You cannot continue your journey. Con- tact your BMW center.
  • Page 151 Cause What to do 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. Con- tact your BMW center. Lights up in red: Have the system in question checked without delay.
  • Page 152 Cause What to do xDrive has failed, refer also to page You can continue your journey. Drive cautiously and think well ahead. Avoid driving on rough tracks, full-throttle operation and use of the transmission's kick-down mode. Have the system checked immediately. xDrive and DSC have failed, refer also You can continue your journey.
  • Page 153 Cause What to do Indication in Canadian models The driving stability control systems, You can continue your journey. Drive including ABS, xDrive and the Flat Tire cautiously and think well ahead. Avoid Monitor, have failed, refer also to braking with full force, driving on rough page tracks, and depressing the accelerator pedal to full throttle or kick-down posi-...
  • Page 154 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 engaged Move the steering wheel before starting...
  • Page 155 Cause What to do Pinch protection system of the power Have the system checked. windows malfunctioning Pinch protection system of the electric Have the system checked. glass sunroof/panorama glass sunroof malfunctioning Cruise control deactivated: > Driving stability control systems are active or >...
  • Page 156 Add coolant immediately, refer to page 129. 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 159: Reference

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

  • Page 160: Technical Data

    Technical data Engine data Sedan 323i (Canada) 328i/xi 335i Displacement cu in/cmµ 152.4/2,497 182.8/2,996 181.8/2,979 Number of cylinders Maximum power output at engine speed 6,000 6,500 5,800 Maximum torque lb ft/Nm 180/244 200/270 300/407 at engine speed 4,000-5,000 2,750 1,400-5,000...
  • Page 161 Dimensions Sedan All dimensions given in inches/mm. Smallest turning circle diam.: 36 ft 1 in/11.0 m, with xDrive: 38 ft 9 in/11.8 m.
  • Page 162 Sports Wagon All dimensions given in inches/mm. Smallest turning circle diam.: 36 ft 1 in/11.0 m, with xDrive: 38 ft 9 in/11.8 m.
  • Page 163 Weights Sedan 323i (Canada) 328i 328xi Curb weight > with manual transmission lbs/kg 3,274/1,485 3,340/1,515 3,582/1,625 > with automatic transmission lbs/kg 3,329/1,510 3,406/1,545 3,627/1,645 Approved gross weight > with manual transmission lbs/kg 4,332/1,965 4,398/1,995 4,641/2,105 > with automatic transmission lbs/kg...
  • Page 164 Sports Wagon 328i 328xi Curb weight > with manual transmission lbs/kg 3,527/1,600 3,770/1,710 > with automatic transmission lbs/kg 3,593/1,630 3,814/1,730 Approved gross weight > with manual transmission lbs/kg 4,630/2,100 4,872/2,210 > with automatic transmission lbs/kg 4,696/2,130 4,916/2,230 Load lbs/kg 1,102/500 1,102/500 Approved front axle load lbs/kg...
  • Page 165 Capacities Notes Fuel tank US gal/liters approx. 16.1/61 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...

  • Page 166: Everything From A To Z

    Everything from A to Z Index Air outlets, refer to Air Assistance systems, refer to vents Driving stability control ABS Antilock Brake Air pressure, refer to Tire systems System inflation pressure AUC Automatic recirculated- ACC, refer to Active cruise Air recirculation, refer to air control control Recirculated-air...
  • Page 167 Cargo, securing lamps Brakes Cargo bay Band-aids, refer to First-aid – ABS – capacity pouch – BMW Maintenance – convenient access Bar, refer to Towing System – folding up the floor panel methods – breaking in – lamp, refer to Interior Battery –...
  • Page 168 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 Car wash Closing –...
  • Page 169 Deactivating front passenger Door key, refer to Remote Electrical malfunction airbags control with integrated – door lock Deadlocking, refer to – driver's door Locking Door lock – fuel filler door Decommissioning the vehicle Doors, emergency – glass sunroof – refer to Caring for your operation –...
  • Page 170 Engine oil – avoiding unintentional Footwell lamps, refer to – adding alarm Interior lamps – BMW Maintenance – switching off an alarm For your own safety System Fastening safety belts, refer to Four-wheel drive, refer to – capacity Safety belts xDrive –...
  • Page 171 Handbrake, refer to Parking Hills – Flat Tire Monitor FTM brake Holders for cups – glass sunroof Hand lamp, refer to Homepage BMW – panorama glass roof Rechargeable flashlight Hood Installation location Hands-free system Hooks for shopping bags – telephone...
  • Page 172 Interior lamps LED Light-emitting Luggage compartment lid – remote control diodes – convenient access Interior motion sensor Length, refer to – emergency operation, refer Interior rearview mirror Dimensions to Opening manually – automatic dimming License plate lamp, replacing – emergency release feature bulbs –...
  • Page 173 – in computer mirror memory headlamp flasher Outside temperature Microfilter – refer to Wiper system warning – BMW Maintenance Overheated engine, refer to System Coolant temperature – for air conditioner Overriding selector lever – for automatic climate Neck support, refer to Head...
  • Page 174 Pollen Rear seats Replacing tires, refer to New – refer to Microfilter/activated- – adjusting head restraints wheels and tires charcoal filter for automatic – folding Reporting safety defects climate control – folding head restraint down Reserve warning, refer to Fuel –...
  • Page 175 Safety belts Selector lever Sliding/tilt sunroof, refer to – damage – automatic transmission with Glass sunroof, electric – indicator/warning lamp Steptronic Slot for remote control – reminder Selector lever interlock, refer Smokers' package, refer to – sitting safely to Changing selector lever Ashtray Safety belts, care, refer to position, Shiftlock...
  • Page 176 Steering wheel Tail lamps Tire Quality Grading – adjustment – replacing bulbs 136, Tires – arrested, refer to Electric Tank contents, refer to – age 122, steering wheel lock Capacities – air loss – buttons on steering Technical data – breaking in wheel –...
  • Page 177 Track width, refer to Universal garage door opener, Dimensions refer to Integrated universal Traction control, refer to DSC remote control Warning and indicator Dynamic Stability Universal mobile phone lamps Control preparation package, refer Warning and indicator lamps, Transmission to separate Owner's Manual overview –...
  • Page 178 Windshield wiper blades, changing Windshield wipers, blades, care, refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure Windshield wipers, refer to Wiper system Winter tires – storage Wiper blade replacement Wiper system Wooden trim, refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure Work in the engine compartment Wrench/screwdriver, refer to Onboard tool kit...

  • Page 179: Tire Inflation Pressures

    Refueling Fuel So that you always have access to the data you need when refueling, you are recommended to Quality 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 Preferred oil specifications Do not add engine oil until the corresponding...
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