BMW 135i- User Manual

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 5 The individual vehicle When you ordered your BMW, you chose vari-ous items of equipment. This Owner's Manual describes the entire array of options and equip-ment available with a specific BMW model.Please bear in mind that th...

Notes 6 California Proposition 65 warning California law requires us to issue the following warning: Engine exhaust and a wide variety of automobile components and parts, including components found in the interior fur-nishings in a vehicle, contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California ...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 7 Reporting safety defects For US customers The following only applies to vehicles owned and operated in the US.If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should ...

At a glance This overview of buttons, switches and displaysis 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. At a glance Online Edition f...

Da sh bo ar d 10 Dashboard Around the steering wheel: controls and displays 1 Convertible: opening and closing windows jointly 28 2 Convertible: opening and closing rear windows 28 3 Opening and closing front windows 27 4 Folding exterior mirrors in and out * 42 5 Adjusting exterior mirrors, automat...

Da sh bo ar d 12 Instrument cluster 1 Speedometer135i: with fuel gauge 2 Indicator lamps for turn signals 3 Indicator and warning lamps 13 4 Tachometer 62 5 Fuel gauge 63 135i: engine oil temperature 63 6 Display for > Clock 62 > Outside temperature 62 > Indicator and warning lamps 68 7 Dis...

A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y Re fe re n c e 13 Indicator and warning lamps The concept Indicator and warning lamps can light up in a variety of combinations and colors.Several of the lamps are checked for proper functioning and light up temporarily when the engine is sta...

Da sh bo ar d 14 Around the center console: controls and displays Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 604 079 - © 02/10 BMW AG

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. Controls Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 604 079 - © 02/10 BMW AG

Opening and closing 18 Opening and closing Remote control Each remote control contains a rechargeable battery that is automatically recharged when it is in the ignition lock while the car is being driven. Use each remote control at least twice a year for longer road trips in order to maintain the ba...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 19 > Settings for the display in the instrument cluster: > 12h/24h format of the clock, refer to page 66 > Date format, refer to page 66 > Units of measure for fuel consumption, distance covered/remaining distances,...

Opening and closing 20 3. Press button 2 . 4. Briefly press button 1 in the turn signal/high beam lever down repeatedly until the sym-bol appears in the display. 5. Press button 2 . 6. Use button 1 to select: > Press the button once to unlock only the driver's door and the fuel filler flap. Press...

Opening and closing 22 Opening and closing: Using the door lock You can set the way in which the car is unlocked, refer to page 19 . Coupe In vehicles without an alarm system * or Comfort Access * , only the driver's door can be locked via the door lock. < To lock both doors, the fuel filler flap...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 23 4. Briefly press button 1 in the turn signal/high beam lever down repeatedly until the sym-bol appears in the display. 5. Press button 2 . 6. Use button 1 to select: > The central locking system automati-cally locks the v...

Opening and closing 24 In the event of a malfunction, please con-tact your BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel. < Locking or unlocking separately The switch is located in the glove compartment. 1 Locking the trunk lid 2 Unl...

Opening and closing 26 Comfort Access* Comfort Access enables you to enter your vehi-cle without needing to hold the remote control in your hand. All you need to do is wear the remote control close to your body, e.g. in your jacket pocket. The vehicle detects the corre-sponding remote control within...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 27 Switching on radio readiness Radio readiness is switched on by pressing the start/stop button, refer to page 48 . Do not depress the brake or the clutch; otherwise, the engine will start immedi- ately. < Starting the engi...

Opening and closing 28 Coupe: opening, closing > Press the switch to the resistance point:The window opens as long as you press the switch. > Press the switch beyond the resistance point:The window opens automatically. Press the switch again to stop the opening move-ment. You can close the win...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 29 might fail to detect certain kinds of obstruc-tions, such as thin objects, and the window would continue closing. Do not install any accessories that might inter-fere with window movement. Otherwise, the pinch protection sys...

Opening and closing 30 Closing without pinch protection If there is an external danger, press the switch forward past the resistance point and hold it there. The roof closes without pinch protection. Following interruptions in electrical power supply After a power failure, there is a possibility tha...

Opening and closing 32 LEDs > While the convertible top is being operated, the left LED lights up green. It goes out as soon as the top is fully opened or closed. > If the right-hand LED flashes red when you release the button, the opening or closing action has not yet finished. > If the ri...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 33 do not close the convertible top box cover completely. 4. Lift out the front part of the convertible top, arrows 4 , on both sides and swing it for- ward. At the same time keep the convertible top box cover from closing, e.g...

Opening and closing 34 2. Press together the top and bottom parts of the wind deflector until the catch engages, arrow 2 . 3. Position both locking pins of one side at the openings provided for them. 4. Press the wind deflector into the openings, arrows 3 , overcoming the tension in the springs, and...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 35 Adjustments Sitting safely The ideal sitting position can make a vital con-tribution to relaxed, fatigue-free driving. In con-junction with the safety belts, the head restraints and the airbags, the seated position has a maj...

Adju stmen ts 36 Seats 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 t...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 37 Electrical adjustment* Observe the adjustment instructions above to ensure the best possible per- sonal protection. < 1 Longitudinal direction 2 Height 3 Angle 4 Backrest The head restraints are adjusted manually, refer t...

Adju stmen ts 38 Head restraints Correctly adjusted head restraint A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of neck injury in the event of an accident. Adjust the head restraint in such a way that its center is at approx. ear level. Oth- erwise, there is an increased risk of injury in th...

Adju stmen ts 40 Heated seats* Depending on the vehicle's equipment, press one of the buttons labeled 1 or 2 here. Press the button once per temperature level.Three LEDs indicate the highest temperature.To switch off:Press button longer.If you continue driving within approx. 15 minutes, the seat hea...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 41 Call-up with the remote control The driver's seat position last set is stored for the remote control currently in use.You can select whether or not the seat is reset to that position automatically. When this Personal Profile...

Adju stmen ts 42 "Fasten safety belts" reminder for front seats The indicator lamps light up and an acoustic signal sounds. Check whether the safety belt has been fas-tened correctly. The "Fasten safety belts" reminder is issued as long as the driver's safety belt has not been fas-te...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 43 Passenger-side mirror tilt function – automatic curb monitor* Activating 1. Push the switch to the position for the driver's side mirror, arrow 1 . 2. Shift into reverse or move the selector lever into the R position.The gla...

Adju stmen ts 44 Do not use force to swing the lever back up; otherwise, the mechanism will be damaged. < Steering wheel heating* Press the button.The LED in the button lights up when the steer-ing wheel heating is switched on. Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 604 079 - © 02/10 BMW AG

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 45 Transporting children safely The right place for children Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle; otherwise, they could endanger themselves and/or other persons by opening the doors, for example. < Children alway...

Transporting child ren safely 46 Child seat security The rear safety belts and the front passenger safety belt can be prevented from being pulled out in order to fasten child restraint systems. To lock the safety belt 1. Secure the child restraint system with the belt. 2. Pull the belt strap all the...

Driving 48 Driving Ignition lock Insert the remote control into the ignition lock Insert the remote control all the way into the ignition lock. > Radio readiness is switched on.Individual electrical consumers can operate. Comfort Access* If the car is equipped with Comfort Access, only insert the...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 49 Radio readiness and ignition off All indicator and warning lamps as well as dis-plays in the instrument cluster go out. Starting the engine Do not run the engine in enclosed areas; otherwise, the inhalation of toxic exhaust ...

Driving 50 3. Forcefully apply the parking brake. 4. Removing the remote control from the igni-tion lock, refer to page 48 . Sports automatic transmission with double clutch 1. With the car at a standstill, press the start/stop button.If the transmission is shifted into N when the engine is switched...

Driving 52 Sport program and manual operation M/S Move selector lever from position D toward the left into the M/S shifting slot; the Sport program is activated. This position is recommended for a performance-oriented driving style.DS is displayed in the instrument cluster.To deactivate the sport pr...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 53 1. Unclip the sleeve of the selector lever. 2. Pull the sleeve up over the selector lever until the sleeve is inside out. 3. Using the screwdriver from the onboard vehicle tool kit, refer to page 132 , press the red lever, s...

Driving 54 Shifting into N, D, R Briefly push the selector lever in the desired direction, overcoming a resistance point if nec-essary. When shifting out of P or into R, simul-taneously press the button 1 The engaged selector lever position is also dis-played on the selector lever.As soon as you rel...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 55 In the following situations, the 7-gear Sports automatic transmission with double clutch does the thinking for you: > Upshifts and downshifts are executed only when they will result in a plausible combina-tion of engine a...

Driving 56 Manually unlocking parking lock In the event of a power supply interrup-tion such as a discharged or discon- nected battery or an electrical malfunction, the parking lock must be manually unlocked; other-wise, the rear wheels are immobilized and the vehicle cannot be towed. < Only unlo...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 57 Launch Control Launch Control enables an optimum accelera-tion when starting off on a road surface with good traction. Do not use Launch Control too often; oth-erwise, the powerful stresses on the vehi- cle will lead to prem...

Driving 58 1. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 48 . 2. Briefly press button 1 in the turn signal/high beam lever up or down repeatedly until the symbol appears in the display, accompa-nied by the word "SET". 3. Press button 2 . 4. Briefly press button 1 in the turn signal/high beam leve...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 59 Activating intermittent wipe or rain sensor Press the button, arrow 3 . The LED in the but- ton lights up. Setting speed for intermittent wipe or sensitivity of the rain sensor Turn the thumb wheel 5 . Deactivating intermitt...

Driving 60 Cruise control* The concept You can use the cruise control feature begin-ning at approx. 20 mph/30 km/h. The car then stores and maintains the speed that you specify using the lever on the steering column. Do not use cruise control when driving at constant speed is prevented by adverse co...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 61 Resuming a speed stored beforehand Press the button, arrow 4 . The last stored speed is resumed and main-tained.The stored speed is briefly displayed in the instrument cluster.The stored speed is cleared when the ignition is...

Controls overview 62 Controls overview Odometer, outside temperature display, clock 1 Knob in the instrument cluster 2 Outside temperature and clock 3 Odometer and trip odometer Knob in the instrument cluster > To reset the trip odometer while the ignition is switched on > To display the time,...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 63 Coolant temperature A warning lamp will come on if the coolant, and therefore the engine, becomes too hot.Check coolant level, refer to page 125 . Engine oil temperature* When the engine is at normal operating temper-ature, ...

Controls overview 64 The following items of information are dis-played in the order listed: > Cruising range > Average speed > Average fuel consumption > Current fuel consumption > No information To set the corresponding units of measure, refer to Formats and units of measure on page ...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 65 Settings and information Operating principle Certain settings and information can only be made or called up when the ignition is switched on. A number of settings cannot be made while driving. 1 Button for: > Selecting di...

Controls overview 66 Formats and units of measure You can set formats and units of measure.For operating principle refer to page 65 . 1. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 48 . 2. Briefly press button 1 in the turn signal/high beam lever up or down repeatedly until the symbol appears in the displ...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 67 immediately after you start the engine or switch on the ignition. 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...

Controls overview 68 Clock Setting the time In the instrument cluster To set the 12h/24h format, refer to Formats and units of measure on page 66 . 1. Push button 1 in the turn signal/high beam lever up or down repeatedly until the appro-priate symbol appears in the display, accompanied by the time ...

T e chnology for driving comfort and safe ty 70 Technology for driving comfort and safety Park Distance Control PDC* The concept The PDC assists you with maneuvering in tight parking spaces. Acoustic signals warn you of the presence of an object behind your vehicle. Four ultrasonic sensors in the bu...

T e chnology for driving comfort and safe ty 72 > When driving uphill on snow-covered roads, in slush or on unplowed, snow-covered roads > When rocking a stuck vehicle free or start-ing off in deep snow or on loose ground > When driving with snow chains Activating DTC Press the button; the ...

T e chnology for driving comfort and safe ty 74 Tire Pressure Monitor TPM* The concept Check the inflation pressure in the four installed tires. The system notifies you if there is a signif-icant loss of pressure in one or more tires. Functional requirement The system has to have been reset at the c...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 75 Message for low tire inflation pressure The warning lamps come on in yellow and red. In addition, a signal sounds. > There is a flat tire or substantial loss of tire pressure. > The system was not reset after a wheel c...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 77 Brake Force Display* On the left: normal braking.On the right: sharp braking. Airbags The following airbags are located under the marked covers: 1 Front airbags 2 Coupe: head airbags 3 Side airbags in the seat backrests 4 Co...

T e chnology for driving comfort and safe ty 78 remove or dismantle the steering wheel.Do not touch the individual components imme-diately after the system has been triggered, because there is a danger of burns.In the event of malfunctions, deactivation or triggering of the airbag restraint system, ...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 79 Operational readiness of airbag system As of radio readiness, refer to page 48 , the warning lamp comes on briefly to indicate that the entire airbag system and the belt tensioners are operational. Airbag system malfunction ...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 81 Lamps Parking lamps/low beams 0 Lamps off, daytime running lights 1 Parking lamps and daytime running lights 2 Low beams, welcome lamps * 3 Automatic headlamp control * , daytime run- ning lights, welcome lamps * , high-beam...

La mp s 82 1. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 48 . 2. Briefly press button 1 in the turn signal/high beam lever up or down repeatedly until the symbol appears in the display, accompa-nied by the word "SET". 3. Press button 2 . 4. Briefly press button 1 in the turn signal/high beam leve...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 83 Adaptive light control* The concept Adaptive light control 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 ...

La mp s 84 The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up when the high beams are activated. The system automati- cally switches from high beams to low beams and vice versa in response to oncoming traffic, traffic ahead of you, and adequate ambient lighting, e.g. on city streets. Switching t...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 85 Instrument lighting You can adjust the brightness of the instrument lighting only when the parking lamps or the low beams are switched on. 1. Push button 1 in the turn signal/high beam lever up or down repeatedly until the a...

Climate 86 Climate Equipment versions Depending on the equipment version, your vehicle contains either an air conditioner * or an automatic climate control system * . 1 Heating, air conditioner * 2 Automatic climate control * Air vents 3 Airflow directed toward the windshield and side windows 4 Air ...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 87 Heating and ventilation, air conditioner* 1 Air distribution 2 Recirculated-air mode 3 Air volume 4 Cooling function * If the vehicle is not equipped with a cooling function, the rear window defroster is located here. 5 Temp...

Climate 88 The cooling function helps prevent condensa-tion on the windows or removes it quickly.Depending on the weather, the windshield may fog over briefly when the engine is started. Rear window defroster The defroster is switched off auto-matically after a certain time. Depending on your vehicl...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 89 Automatic climate control* 1 Seat heating * , left side 40 2 Air distribution, manual 3 Temperature, left side 4 Maximum cooling 5 AUTO program 6 Air volume, manual adjustment; AUTO intensity 7 Automatic recirculated-air con...

Climate 90 Air flows out of the vent outlets for the upper body region. Open them for this purpose.Air is cooled as quickly as possible > Above an outside temperature of approx. 32 7 /0 6 > When the engine is running AUTO program Press the button.Air volume, air distribution and temperature ar...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 91 The program is switched off when the setting is adjusted on the front passenger side or the but-ton is pressed again. Defrosting windows and removing condensation Press the button.Quickly removes ice and conden-sation from t...

Practical interi or acc ess orie s 92 Practical interior accessories Integrated universal remote control* The concept The integrated universal remote control can replace as many as three hand-held transmit-ters for various remote-controlled devices, such as garage doors and gates or lighting sys-tem...

Practical interi or acc ess orie s 94 Digital compass* 1 Adjustment button 2 Display The display shows you the main or secondary compass direction in which you are driving. Operating principle You can call up various functions by pressing the adjustment button with a pointed object such as a pen or ...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 95 Calibrating the digital compass The digital compass must be calibrated in the following situations: > An incorrect compass direction is shown. > The compass direction shown does not change although the direction of tra...

Practical interi or acc ess orie s 96 Opening Press the button, see arrow. Connection for external audio device You can connect an external audio device such as a CD or MP3 player and play audio tracks over the car's loudspeaker system. You can set the volume and tone by means of the car radio, refe...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 97 You can mount an attachable cupholder * on the side of the center console. Ashtray* Opening Push the ridge on the cover. Emptying Lift out the insert. Lighter With the engine running or the ignition switched on, press in the...

Practical interi or acc ess orie s 98 Coupe: through-loading system Opening 1. To release the rear seat backrest, pull the corresponding lever in the cargo area. 2. The unlocked rear seat backrest moves for-ward slightly. Fold the backrest forward by the head restraint. Closing Return the rear seat ...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 99 Coupe: ski bag* The ski bag is designed for safe, clean transport of up to 4 pairs of standard skis or up to 2 snowboards.With the ski bag you can stow skis with a length of up to 6.6 ft/2.0 m. When skis of 6.6 ft/2.0 m leng...

Practical interi or acc ess orie s 100 When using the transport bag, it is not permissible to transport passengers in the rear seats. < Loading 1. Pull the grip in the filler piece of the rear backrest up and take out the filler piece. 2. Place the filler piece onto the seat cushion with the back...

Driving tips This section provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating conditions. Driving tips Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 604 079 - © 02/10 BMW AG

Things to re memb er when driving 104 Things to remember when driving Break-in period Moving parts need breaking-in time to adjust to each other. Please follow the instructions below in order to achieve the optimal service life and economy of operation for your vehicle. Engine and differential Alway...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 105 Drive defensively Avoid unnecessary acceleration and braking maneuvers. To do so, keep an adequate dis-tance between you and the vehicle in front of you. A defensive and smooth driving style keeps fuel consumption down. Avo...

Things to re memb er when driving 106 Driving through water Drive through water on the road only if it is not deeper than 1 ft/30 cm, and then only at walking speed at the most. Otherwise, the vehicle's engine, the electrical systems and the transmission may be damaged. < Use the parking brake on...

Things to re memb er when driving 108 > For very heavy cargo when the rear seat is not occupied, secure each safety belt in the opposite buckle. Securing cargo > Secure smaller and lighter items using retaining straps * , a cargo area net * or draw straps * . > Heavy-duty cargo straps * for...

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 roadside assistance. Mobility Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 604 079 - © 02/10 BMW AG

R e fueling 112 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 vehic...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 113 Fuel specifications Do not fill the tank with leaded fuel, as this would cause permanent damage to the catalytic converter.Do not fill the tank with E85, i.e. fuel containing 85 % ethanol, nor with FlexFuel. Otherwise, the ...

Wh eels and tire s 114 Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressures Information for your safety It is not merely the tires' service life, but also driving comfort and, to a great extent, driving safety that depend on the condition of the tires and the maintenance of the specified tire pres-sure. Check ...

Wh eels and tire s 116 Convertible: tire inflation pressures for the 128i Tire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa Traveling speeds up to a max. of 100 mph/160 km/h Traveling speeds including those exceeding 100 mph/160 km/h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kilopasca...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 117 Convertible: tire inflation pressures for the 135i Tire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa Traveling speeds up to a max. of 100 mph/160 km/h Traveling speeds including those exceeding 100 mph/160 km/h All pressure spec...

Wh eels and tire s 118 Tire identification marks Knowledge of the labeling on the side of the tire makes it easier to identify and choose the right tires. Tire size Speed code letter Q = up to 100 mph or 160 km/h T = up to 118 mph or 190 km/hH = up to 131 mph or 210 km/hV = up to 150 mph or 240 km/h...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 119 Temperature The temperature grades are A, the highest, B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor l...

Wh eels and tire s 120 Run-flat tires The symbol identifying run-flat tires is a circle with the letters RSC on the sidewall. Run-flat tires comprise a conditionally self-sup-porting tire and a special rim. The reinforce-ment in the sidewalls ensures that the tire can continue to be used subject to ...

Under t h e ho od 122 Under the hood Do not work on the car unless you pos-sess the necessary technical knowledge. 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 corr...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 123 Important parts of the engine compartment 1 Expansion tank for coolant, refer to page 125 2 Washer fluid filler neck for headlamp clean-ing system and window washer system, refer to page 59 3 Jump-starting connection, refer...

Under t h e ho od 124 Possible displays 1 Oil level OK 2 Oil level is being checked.This can take about 3 minutes if the car is at a standstill on a level surface, or about 5 minutes while the car is on the move. 3 Oil level down to minimum:Add engine oil as soon as possible, but no more than 1 US q...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 125 The engine oil grade is a decisive factor for the service life of the engine.Approved engine oils can be found in the fol-lowing specification: Approved engine oils belong to the viscosity classes SAE 0W-40, SAE 0W-30, SAE ...

Maintenance 126 Maintenance BMW Maintenance System The BMW Maintenance System supports the preservation of the traffic and operating safety of your BMW. The objective is to optimize efforts with respect to minimal vehicle mainte-nance costs.If and when you come to sell your BMW, a com-prehensive rec...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 127 Socket for Onboard Diagnosis OBD On the driver's side is an OBD socket for check-ing components relevant to the composition of the vehicle's emissions. Emissions The warning lamp lights up:The vehicle is producing higher em...

Care 128 Care Care products Regular cleaning and care contributes signifi-cantly to the value retention of your BMW.BMW recommends cleaning and caring for your vehicle with products that are approved by BMW for this purpose.Your BMW center will be happy to advise you on the products and services ava...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 129 Sports automatic transmission with double clutch Before driving into an automatic car wash, per-form the following steps to ensure that the vehi-cle can roll: 1. Insert the remote control into the ignition lock, even with C...

Care 130 Paintwork care Regular care contributes to value retention and protects the paintwork against the long-term effects of damaging substances.Region-specific environmental influences can damage the vehicle paintwork. Therefore, it is important to adapt the frequency and scope of car care accor...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 131 Clean light-colored leather more frequently as dust and dirt are more noticeable.Treat the leather at least once every two months using a leather lotion as dirt and grease will gradually attack the leather's protective laye...

Replacing components 132 Replacing components Onboard vehicle tool kit The onboard vehicle tool kit is stored below the floor mat in the cargo area. Wiper blades 1. Fold out the wiper arm and hold it. 2. Press together the locking spring, arrows 1 , and fold out the wiper blade, arrow 2 . 3. Take th...

Replacing components 134 Xenon headlamps Parking lamps, roadside parking lamps, daytime running lights H8 bulb, 35 watts The figure shows the right-hand headlamp. 1. Remove the headlamp cover. 2. Turn the bulb, see arrow, and remove it. 3. Pull off the connector and replace the bulb. 4. Attach the c...

Replacing components 136 Inner brake lamp, turn signal, backup lamp and Brake Force Display lamp The bulbs are integrated in a single bulb holder. 1. Remove the cover from the panel of the cargo area. 2. Detach the bulb holder by pressing together the clips, see arrows, and remove it. 3. Brake lamps...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 137 Charging the battery Only charge the battery in the vehicle via the terminals in the engine compartment with the engine off. Connections, refer to Jump-starting on page 139 . Disposal Have old batteries disposed of by your ...

Giving and receiv ing as sistance 138 Giving and receiving assistance Emergency Request* Conditions for an Emergency Request: > Full preparation package mobile phone: this equipment makes it possible to send an Emergency Request even if no mobile phone is paired with the vehicle. > BMW Assist ...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 139 ularly and replace any items in good time, if nec-essary. The first aid pouch is located on the right-hand side of the cargo area in a storage area. Warning triangle* The warning triangle is located in a holder in the trunk...

Giving and receiv ing as sistance 140 Your BMW has a special nut as body ground or negative pole. 5. Attach the second terminal clamp of the minus/– jumper cable to the negative termi-nal of the battery or to the engine or body ground of the vehicle to be started. Starting the engine 1. Start the en...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 141 ing will require increased effort. Active steering is not active and it will be necessary to turn the steering wheel further. < Manual transmission Gearshift lever in neutral position. Automatic transmission Selector lev...

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Technical data 156 Technical data Engine data 128i 135i Displacement cu in/cm μ 182.8/2,996 181.8/2,979 Number of cylinders 6 6 Maximum power output hp 230 300 at engine speed rpm 6,500 5,800 Maximum torque lb ft/Nm 200/270 300/407 at engine speed rpm 2,750 1,200-5,000 Online Edition for Part no. 01...

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 157 Dimensions Coupe All dimensions given in inches/mm. Smallest turning circle dia.: 35.1 ft/10.7 m135i: height 55.4 in/1,408 mm Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 604 079 - © 02/10 BMW AG

Technical data 158 Convertible All dimensions given in inches/mm. Smallest turning circle dia.: 35.1 ft/10.7 m135i: height 54.8 in/1,392 mm Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 604 079 - © 02/10 BMW AG

Re fe re n c e A t a g lanc e Co n tr o ls D riv in g tip s M o b ilit y 159 Weights Coupe Convertible 128i 135i Approved gross weight > with manual transmission lbs/kg 4,134/1,875 4,255/1,930 > with automatic transmission lbs/kg 4,211/1,910 – > Sports automatic transmis-sion with double cl...

Technical data 160 Capacities Notes Fuel tank: US gal/liters approx. 14.0/53 Fuel grade: page 113 including reserve of US gal/liters approx. 2.1/8.0 Window washer system For more details: page 59 including headlamp washers US qt/liters approx. 6.3/6.0 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 604 079 - © ...

E verything from A to Z 162 Everything from A to Z Index A ABS Antilock Brake System 71 Acceleration assistant, refer to Launch Control 57 Accessories, refer to The individual vehicle 5 Accident, reporting, refer to Emergency Request 138 Activated-charcoal filter 91 Active steering 76 Adaptive light...

E verything from A to Z 164 Cleaning headlamps 59 – washer fluid 59 Cleaning your BMW, refer to Care 128 Climate control– automatic air distribution 90 Clock 62 – 12h/24h format 66 – setting time 68 Closing– from inside 22 – from outside 19 clothes hooks 96 Cold start, refer to Starting the engine 4...