Page 4 - Notes; About this Owner's Manual
4 Notes © 2003 BMW M GmbHMunich, GermanyReprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW M GmbH, Munich. Order No. 01 41 0 157 628US English VIII/03Printed in GermanyPrinted on environmentally friendly paper,bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling. About this Owner's Ma...
Page 5 - Your individual vehicle
5 Notes Your individual vehicle On purchasing your BMW, you have decided in favor of a model with individ-ualized equipment and features. This Owner's Manual will describe all of the equipment that the BMW M3 has to offer you. We hope you will understand that equipment and features are included that...
Page 6 - Maintenance and repair
6 Notes Maintenance and repair Advanced technology, e.g. the use of modern materials and high- performance electronics, requires spe-cially adapted maintenance and repair methods. Therefore, only have corre-sponding work on your BMW carried out by a BMW center or a workshop that works according to B...
Page 7 - Service and warranty; Reporting safety defects
7 Notes Service and warranty This manual is supplemented by a Ser-vice and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or a Warranty and Ser-vice Guide Booklet for Canadian mod-els. We recommend that you read this pub-lication thoroughly. Your BMW is covered by the following warranties: > New Vehi...
Page 8 - Contents
Contents Notes About this Owner's Manual 4 Additional sources of information 4 Symbols used 4 Your individual vehicle 5 Status at time of printing 5 For your own safety 5 Symbol on vehicle parts 6 Service and warranty 7 Reporting safety defects 7 Overview Cockpit 14 Instrument cluster 16 Indicator a...
Page 9 - Controls and features
Contents 9 Driving: Ignition lock 62 Starting the engine and driving off 63 Switching off the engine 65 Parking brake 65 Manual transmission 66 Sequential M gearbox with Drivelogic* 67 Turn signal indicator/Headlamp flasher 72 Washer/wiper system/Rain sensor* 73 Cruise control 74 Everything under co...
Page 10 - Operation, maintenance; Owner service procedures; Technical data
Contents Operation, maintenance Special operating instructions: Break-in procedures 110 General driving notes 111 Antilock Brake System (ABS) 112 Brake system 112 Wheels and tires: Tire inflation pressure 114 Tire condition 114 Tire replacement 115 Wheel and tire combinations 117 Winter tires 118 Sn...
Page 11 - Index
Contents 11 Index Everything from A to Z 156 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 157 628 - © 09/03 BMW AG
Page 14 - Cockpit
14 Cockpit Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 157 628 - © 09/03 BMW AG
Page 16 - Instrument cluster
16 Instrument cluster Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 157 628 - © 09/03 BMW AG
Page 18 - Indicator and warning lamps; Technology that monitors itself
18 Indicator and warning lamps Technology that monitors itself Indicator and warning lamps that are identified by ● are tested for proper functioning whenever the ignition key is turned. They each light up once for dif-ferent periods of time. If a fault should occur in one of these systems, the corr...
Page 19 - Yellow: check as soon as possible
19 Red and yellow: continue driving cautiously The brake warning lamp lights up together with the yellow indi-cator lamps for ABS ● and DSC:The entire ABS, CBC and DSC control system has failed. Con-tinue to drive; drive cautiously and defensively and avoid full brake applications. Please have the s...
Page 20 - Green: for your information
20 Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) ● The indicator lamp flashes and an acoustic signal sounds: the system is active and governs drive and braking force.If the indicator lamp fails to go out after the engine has been started, or if it comes on during normal driving and stays on:DSC has been deactivat...
Page 21 - Blue: for your information
21 Blue: for your information High beamsComes on when the high beams are on or the headlamp flasher is actuated.For additional information: refer to pages 72 , 89 Indicator and warning lamps Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 157 628 - © 09/03 BMW AG
Page 22 - Buttons in steering wheel
22 Buttons in steering wheel These buttons let you operate the fol-lowing functions quickly and without being distracted from traffic conditions: > Selected radio functions > The cruise control > Selected telephone functions * > The voice recognition system * . The controls are active on...
Page 23 - Hazard warning triangle*
23 Hazard warning triangle* The hazard warning triangle is stored in a storage case on the left side of the luggage compartment. Always observe all legal regula-tions requiring a warning triangle to be carried in the vehicle. < First-aid kit* The first-aid kit is located under the front passenger...
Page 24 - Refueling; Fuel filler door
24 Refueling Fuel filler door Always switch off the engine before refueling, as it is not possi- ble to add fuel with the engine running, and attempts may also trigger the SERVICE ENGINE SOON lamp. < Press on the rear edge of the fuel filler door to open and close it. If an electrical malfunction...
Page 25 - Fuel tank capacity; Fuel specifications; Use unleaded gasoline; Tire inflation pressure; Checking tire pressures
25 Close the gas cap carefully after refueling until a click is heard. While closing, be sure not to squeeze the strap which is fastened to the cap. A loose or missing cap will activate the CHECK GAS CAP * lamp. < Fuel tank capacity > Approx. 16.6 gal./63 liters, of which > approx. 2.1 gal....
Page 30 - Keys; The key set; Central locking system; The concept
30 Opening and closing Keys The key set 1 Master keys with remote control unit – these keys determine the func-tions of the Key Memory, refer to page 60 . You can mark the individual keys for subsequent identification by apply-ing the colored decals that you received when accepting delivery of your ...
Page 31 - Opening and closing – via the remote control; To release
31 Opening and closing – via the remote control The concept The remote control also provides two additional functions beyond the central locking feature: > Switch on the interior lamps, refer to page 32 . With this function you can also search for your vehicle – when parked in an underground gara...
Page 33 - Opening and closing – via the door lock; Convenience operation
33 Opening and closing – via the door lock One turn of the key in the driver's door lock unlocks the driver's door only. Turning the key a second time unlocks the passenger's door, the luggage compartment lid and the fuel filler door. You can have a signal set to con-firm that the vehicle's locks ha...
Page 34 - Opening and closing – from the inside; To unlock and open the doors; To lock
34 Opening and closing – from the inside You can use this button to control the central locking system whenever the doors are closed. The doors and lug-gage compartment lid are unlocked or locked only. The anti-theft system is not activated. If only the driver's door was unlocked from the outside an...
Page 35 - Luggage compartment lid; The lock
35 Luggage compartment lid The lock Only the master keys fit in the lock for the luggage compartment lid, refer to page 30 . To secure separately Turn the master key to the right past the resistance point and then pull it out in the horizontal position. The luggage compartment lid is locked and disc...
Page 37 - Emergency release; Luggage compartment
37 Emergency release This lever releases the luggage com-partment lid from the luggage compart-ment's interior. Luggage compartment To fold up and secure the floor panel Lift the floor panel with the ring, then use the tab to suspend it from the weather-stripping on the drip rail. Luggage compartmen...
Page 38 - Floor mat
38 Floor mat You can turn the floor mat over to trans-port soiled objects, etc. The rubber-coated side can be washed and is designed to inhibit sliding. The fittings at the corners of the lug-gage compartment provide you with a convenient means of attaching luggage compartment nets * and flexible st...
Page 39 - Interior motion sensor
39 Indicator lamp displays > The indicator lamp below the interior rearview mirror flashes continuously: the system is armed > The indicator lamp flashes when it is armed: the door(s), the hood or lug-gage compartment lid are not com-pletely closed. Even if you do not close the alerted area, t...
Page 40 - Electric power windows; To open and close windows; Safety feature
40 Electric power windows To open and close windows When leaving the vehicle, always remove the ignition key from the lock and remember to close the doors to prevent children from operating the power windows and injuring them-selves, etc. < After the ignition has been switched off, you can still ...
Page 41 - Raising the glass sunroof
41 Glass sunroof, electric* To prevent injuries, exercise care when closing the glass sunroof and keep it in your field of vision until it is shut.When leaving the vehicle, always remove the ignition key from the lock and remember to close the doors to prevent children from operating the sunroof and...
Page 42 - Manual operation
42 > when it is closing from a point roughly past the middle of its travel, the closing cycle is interrupted and the glass sunroof will open again slightly. Despite this safety feature, be extremely careful that the travel path of the glass sunroof is not obstructed whenever it is closed. Remembe...
Page 43 - Safe seating position; Sitting safely with airbags
43 To adjust Safe seating position For driving that is relaxed and less likely to cause fatigue, you should select a sitting position that reflects your per-sonal requirements. In combination with the safety belts and airbags, the correct seating position also plays an important role in enhancing oc...
Page 44 - Seats; Manual seat adjustment; Seat adjustment
44 Seats When adjusting your seat, always observe the following precautions Never try to adjust your seat while operating the vehicle. The seat could respond with an unexpected movement, and the ensuing loss of vehicle control could lead to an acci-dent. Never ride with the backrest reclined to an e...
Page 45 - Power seat adjustment*; Thigh support
45 Power seat adjustment* Seat adjustment 1 Tilt angle 2 Forward/backward adjustment 3 Height 4 Backrest angle The head restraint and the thigh sup-port are adjusted manually. Thigh support Pull the lever and adjust the position of the cushion for thigh support as desired. Adjusting the lumbar suppo...
Page 46 - Head restraints; Adjustments
46 Adjusting the width of the backrest* Use the controls found along the sides of the seat to adjust the width for the backrest. This way you can set the sides of the seat so that they conform to your body contours. Increase/decrease backrest width: press front/rear of the switch. Head restraints Ad...
Page 47 - Entering the rear
47 2. Press button 1 and remove the head restraint. Installation – front Press button 1 and slide the head restraint into the sockets. Removal and installation – rear Give the head restraint a sharp upward tug to release it from its locking mecha-nism. Press down forcefully to install. Entering the ...
Page 48 - Adjusting safety belt height; Safety belts
48 In the rear, the belt buckle with the word CENTER is provided exclusively for the passenger sitting in the middle. < Adjusting safety belt height Use the height adjustment mechanism to adapt the safety belt to the ideal position for your own body: > Slide the button up or down. Please refer...
Page 49 - Seat and mirror memory*; To store; To select a stored setting
49 Seat and mirror memory* You can store and recall three different driver's seat and outside mirror posi-tions. Memory will not retain the adjust-ments made to the lumbar sup- ports or the width of the backrests. < To store 1. Ignition key in position 1 or 22. Adjust your seat and outside mirror...
Page 51 - Steering wheel; Mirrors; To adjust exterior mirrors; To adjust manually; Electric defrosting
51 Steering wheel To adjust Never attempt to adjust the steer-ing wheel while driving the vehicle – it could respond with unexpected movement, posing a potential accident hazard. < 1. Push the locking lever downward2. Adjust steering column reach and height for your selected seating posi-tion 3. ...
Page 53 - Airbags; Protective effect
53 Passenger safety systems Airbags 1 Front airbags on the driver and pas- senger sides 2 Head airbags for driver and front pas- senger 3 Side airbags on the driver and pas- senger sides – front and rear * Protective effect The front airbags protect the driver and passenger in the event of a head-on...
Page 55 - Indicator lamp
55 This is the right way a larger child should sit wearing the seat belt when rear side airbags are provided. Indicator lamp The indicator lamp indicates the operational status of the airbag system when the ignition key is in position 1 or higher. System operational: > The indicator lamp comes on...
Page 56 - Transporting children safely; Correct location for installing
56 Transporting children safely Commercially available child-restraint systems are designed to be secured with a lap belt or with the lap belt por-tion of a combination lap/shoulder belt. Improperly or inadequately installed restraint systems can increase the risk of injury to children. Always read ...
Page 58 - To unlock the safety belt
58 The belt cannot be extracted further. Always observe the installation instruc-tions provided by the manufacturer of the child-restraint system. To unlock the safety belt Release the safety belt, remove the child seat and retract the safety belt to its end position on the belt retractor. LATCH chi...
Page 60 - Vehicle Memory, Key Memory; How the system functions
60 Vehicle Memory, Key Memory How the system functions You have probably frequently wished that you could configure individual functions of your vehicles to reflect your own personal requirements. In engi-neering your vehicle, BMW has pro-vided for a number of options for per-sonal adjustment that c...
Page 62 - Ignition lock; Ignition key positions; Steering locked
62 Driving Ignition lock Ignition key positions 0 Steering locked 1 Steering unlocked 2 Ignition switched on 3 Starting engine Steering locked The key can only be inserted and removed in this position. After removing the key, turn the steer-ing wheel slightly to the left or right until the lock enga...
Page 63 - Starting the engine and driving off; Manual transmission
63 Starting the engine and driving off Do not allow the engine to warm up by leaving it running while the vehicle remains stationary. Instead, drive off immediately at a moderate engine speed. < Do not allow the engine to run in enclosed spaces. Otherwise, breathing the exhaust fumes can lead to ...
Page 65 - Switching off the engine; Parking brake; To engage
65 Switching off the engine You should never remove the igni-tion key when the vehicle is in motion, as the steering lock could engage.When you leave the vehicle, always remove the ignition key and engage the steering lock. < Always engage the parking brake when parking on downhill roads. Engagin...
Page 66 - Reverse
66 If exceptional circumstances make it necessary to engage the parking brake while the vehicle is in motion, do not pull it with excessive pressure. Keep your thumb pressed against the release button while care-fully pulling the lever up.Excessive pressure can lead to over-braking and loss of tract...
Page 67 - Sequential M gearbox with Drivelogic*; Selector lever positions
67 Sequential M gearbox with Drivelogic* The concept The sequential M gearbox with Drivelogic is an automated manual gearbox with which clutching and shift-ing is assumed by an electro-hydraulic system. The SMG Drivelogic is operated via two shift paddles on the steering wheel and the selector lever...
Page 68 - SMG display in instrument cluster; R – Reverse position
68 SMG display in instrument cluster The selector lever position, currently engaged gear and selected driving pro-gram are displayed in the instrument cluster. 1 Engaged gear 2 Selected driving program, corre- sponds to the number of illuminated fields, refer to page 70 3 Tapping the selector lever ...
Page 70 - Drivelogic; Gradient assistance
70 Drivelogic Drivelogic makes various driving pro-grams available to you. Press the Drivelogic repeatedly until the desired driving program is shown in the SMG display of the instrument cluster, refer to page 68 . In the automated mode you can select from five driving programs ranging from convenie...
Page 71 - Tire replacement, snow chains
71 Indicator lamp The gearbox indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out after the engine is started. > If it does not go out, or if it lights up during driving, a malfunction has occurred. The available functions may be limited under certain circum-stances.Drive carefully and with the Dyn...
Page 72 - Turn signal indicator/Headlamp flasher; To signal briefly
72 Turn signal indicator/Headlamp flasher 1 High beams – blue indicator lamp 2 Headlamp flasher – blue indicator lamp 3 Turn signal indicator – green indicator lamps accompanied by a periodic clicking sound from the relay To signal briefly Press the lever up to but not beyond the resistance point. I...
Page 74 - Clean windshield and headlamps*; Cruise control; To activate the system; To deactivate the system
74 0 Wipers retracted 1 Clean windshield and headlamps Clean windshield and headlamps* Do not use the washers if there is any danger that the fluid will freeze on the windshield, as your vision could be obscured. Always use a wind-shield washer antifreeze in cold weather. Refer to page 122 . Do not ...
Page 75 - To decelerate; To interrupt the cruise control; To recall the stored setting
75 The speed stored in memory is deleted. To store and maintain speed or to accelerate Press button + briefly: The system stores and maintains the current vehicle speed. Every time you tap the button, the speed increases by approx. 0.6 mph / 1 km/h. Press and hold button +: The vehicle accelerates w...
Page 76 - Odometer; Tachometer; Variable pre-warning zone; Engine oil temperature
76 Everything under control Odometer 1 Odometer 2 Trip odometer Odometer You can activate the displays shown in the illustration with the ignition key in position 0 by pressing the left button in the instrument cluster. Trip odometer To reset the trip odometer to zero, press the left button with the...
Page 77 - Blue
77 Fuel gauge Once the indicator lamp stays on con-tinuously, there are still approx. 2 gallons/8 liters of fuel in the fuel tank. Fuel tank capacity approx. 16.6 gal./ 63 liters. If the tilt of the vehicle varies – when you are driving in mountainous areas, for example – the needle may fluctuate sl...
Page 78 - Display
78 Service interval display Remaining distance to next service The displays shown in the illustration appear for a few seconds when the ignition key is in position 1 or higher or after the engine is started. The next service due appears with the message OIL SERVICE or INSPECTION, together with the d...
Page 79 - Clock; Setting
79 Clock If you wish to have a permanent time display, you can make this adjustment in the car radio display, refer to the Owner's Manual for Radio. You can set the time of day, and the display for the car radio, as follows. Setting Before the clock can be set, the time must be showing in the instru...
Page 80 - Computer; Mode selection; Ice warning
80 Computer Mode selection With the ignition key in position 1 and higher, you can use the button in the turn signal lever to retrieve information from the computer for display in the instrument cluster. Each time you press the button briefly in the direction of the steering column, a new function i...
Page 81 - Average fuel consumption; Range
81 Average fuel consumption If you continue to press and hold the button on the turn signal lever, the aver-age fuel consumption being displayed is recalculated from that point. If you wish, you can have the aver-age fuel consumption displayed in a different unit of measure. < Range The computer ...
Page 84 - Flat Tire Monitor
84 To deactivate DSC Press the button briefly; the indicator lamp comes on and stays on. The vehicle does not execute the stabil-ity-enhancement and traction-control functions when DSC is deactivated. We recommend that you deactivate DSC for increased traction: > When rocking the vehicle or start...
Page 86 - System malfunction
86 To activate/deactivate the system The system is automatically activated in ignition key position 2 and conse-quently is on whenever the vehicle is operated. To deactivate the system: tap the but-ton, the indicator lamp will light up yel-low. To activate the system: tap the button again; the indic...
Page 88 - Parking lamps/Low beams
88 Lamps Parking lamps/Low beams Parking lamps The front, rear and side vehicle lighting is switched on. You can use this to signal the position of the vehicle when it is parked. For light-ing on one side for parking as an addi-tional feature, refer to page 89 . Low beams When you switch the ignitio...
Page 89 - Standing lamps, left or right
89 Instrument lighting Turn the rotary dial with the parking/low beam lamps on to adjust the illumina-tion intensity. High beams/Standing lamps 1 High beams – blue indicator lamp 2 Headlamp flasher – blue indicator lamp 3 Standing lamps Standing lamps, left or right As an additional feature, you can...
Page 90 - Fog lamps; Front fog lamps; Interior lamps; Front reading lamps
90 Fog lamps Front fog lamps The green indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up to indicate that the front fog lamps are on. If the automatic headlamp control is on, the low beams will come on automatically whenever you activate the front fog lamps. < Interior lamps The interior lamps o...
Page 92 - Automatic climate control
92 Controlling the climate for pleasant driving Automatic climate control Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 157 628 - © 09/03 BMW AG
Page 97 - Premium sound system*; To open
97 Interior conveniences Premium sound system* Harman Kardon premium sound system Press the button to activate and deacti-vate the acoustic enhancement. When the system is activated, the impression of a significantly larger pas-senger compartment is created at all seating areas, together with an imp...
Page 98 - Storage compartments; Front center armrest*; Glove compartment
98 If – for example for valet parking – you turn over only your spare key, refer to page 30 , then access to the glove compartment and to the luggage compartment is not possible. < Storage compartments Front center armrest* To open: press the button and fold up. Additional compartments and nets Y...
Page 99 - Rear center armrest
99 Rear center armrest You will find a beverage holder in the rear center armrest. Opening the beverage holder: press. Storage package* For your convenience, there are: > Two flip-out sockets on the rear cen-ter console – see arrows > An eyeglasses storage compartment * in the front center con...
Page 101 - Clothes hooks
101 Clothes hooks To open, press on the upper edge. For additional information: refer to page 111 . When suspending clothing from the hooks, be sure that they will not obstruct the driver's vision. Do not hang heavy objects on the hooks. If you do so, they could cause personal injury during braking ...
Page 102 - Through-loading system; Folding the rear backrest
102 Loading and transporting Through-loading system Folding the rear backrest 1. Pull the corresponding lever to release 2. The backrest moves forward slightly when released. Reach into the gap and fold it down. When folding the backrest back into its original position always ensure that the detent ...
Page 103 - Loading; Securing cargo
103 Ski bag* The ski bag allows the safe and clean transport of up to 4 pairs of standard skis or up to two snowboards. The length of the ski bag and the addi-tional space provided in the luggage compartment make it possible to carry skis up to 6 ft 10 in / 2.10 m long. Because of the tapered shape ...
Page 104 - Cargo loading; Determining the maximum load
104 Cargo loading Avoid overloading the vehicle so that the permitted load on the tires is not exceeded. Overloading can lead to overheating and internal tire damage. This can result in a sudden loss of tire inflation pressure. < Determining the maximum load 1. Locate the following statement on y...
Page 105 - Stowing cargo
105 Stowing cargo > Load heavy cargo as far forward as possible – directly behind the back-rests – and as low as possible > Cover sharp edges and corners > Do not pile objects higher than the top edge of the backrest > For very heavy loads when the rear seat is not occupied, secure each ...
Page 106 - Anchorages; Loading and driving notes
106 Always position and secure the load correctly. If you do not, it can endanger the passengers during brak-ing or evasive maneuvers.Do not exceed the approved gross vehicle weight or the approved axle loads, refer to page 152 . Otherwise the vehicle's operating safety is no longer assured and the ...
Page 110 - Engine and differential
110 Special operating instructions Break-in procedures To ensure that your vehicle provides maximum economy throughout a long service life, we request that you observe the following suggestions. Because of its engineering design, the BMW M3 is an especially high- quality vehicle. It is in your best ...
Page 111 - General driving notes; Portable phone in the vehicle
111 General driving notes Brakes: do not rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving. Even light but consistent pedal pres-sure can lead to high temperatures, brake wear and possibly even brake failure.Hydroplaning: when driving on wet or slushy roads, reduce road speed. If you do not, a wedge o...
Page 112 - Brake system; Brake fluid level
112 Antilock Brake System (ABS) The concept ABS keeps the wheels from locking during braking, thereby enhancing active driving safety. Braking with ABS If you are in a situation that requires full braking, you will exploit the full benefits of the ABS system if you apply maxi-mum pedal pressure – pa...
Page 114 - Information for your safety; Tire condition; Tire tread – tire damage
114 Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressure Information for your safety The factory-approved tires are matched to your vehicle and have been selected to provide optimum safety and driving comfort when used properly. It is not merely the tire's service life, but also driving comfort and – above all ...
Page 115 - Tire replacement; DOT quality grades; Treadwear; Traction
115 Do not drive on a deflated – flat – tire. A flat tire greatly impairs steering and braking response, and can lead to complete loss of control over the vehicle.Avoid overloading the vehicle so that the permitted load on the tires is not exceeded. Overloading can lead to overheating and internal t...
Page 116 - Uniform Tire Quality Grading; Tire age
116 Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive tem-perature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard ...
Page 117 - Wheel and tire combinations; The right choice
117 Wheel and tire combinations The right choice BMW recommends using only wheels and tires that have been approved by BMW for your particular vehicle model, as otherwise body con-tact and serious accidents can result despite the use of the same nominal size, e.g. due to manufacturing toler-ances. I...
Page 118 - Winter tires; Choosing the right tire
118 Winter tires Choosing the right tire BMW recommends the use of winter tires for operation under winter road conditions. While all-season tires – with M+S designation – provide better winter traction than the corresponding sum-mer tires, they generally do not achieve the performance of winter tir...
Page 119 - Hood
119 In the engine compartment Hood To release Pull the lever located under the left-hand side of the instrument panel. Do not attempt to service your vehicle if you do not have the required technical background. Failure to work in an informed, professional manner when servicing components and materi...
Page 120 - Engine compartment essentials
120 Engine compartment essentials Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 157 628 - © 09/03 BMW AG
Page 122 - Checking the oil level
122 Washer fluids Headlamp* and windshield washer system Capacity approx. 5.6 US quarts/5.3 liters. Fill with water and, if required, with a washer antifreeze additive according to manufacturer's recommendations. We recommend that you mix the washer fluid before adding it to the reservoir. < Anti...
Page 123 - Engine oil
123 Adding engine oil Only add engine oil when the oil level has dropped to just above the lower mark on the dipstick. Do not fill beyond the upper mark on the dipstick. Excess oil will damage the engine. Before checking the engine oil level after topping up, restart the engine and allow it to run t...
Page 124 - Coolant
124 However, if the vehicle is exposed to temperatures below –4 7 /–20 6 for extended periods, please have your BMW center recommend a suitable oil. Coolant Do not add coolant to the cooling system when the engine is hot. If you attempt to do so, escaping coolant can cause burns.Antifreeze and anti-...
Page 125 - Brake fluid; Adding brake fluid
125 3. If necessary, add coolant. If the cool- ant is low, slowly add coolant until the correct level is reached — do not overfill. Brake fluid Indicator lamp The brake warning lamp comes on when the parking brake is not engaged: brake fluid level too low, refer to page 18 . Brake warning lamp for C...
Page 126 - The BMW Maintenance System; Service interval display
126 Maintenance The BMW Maintenance System The BMW Maintenance System has been designed as a reliable means of providing maximum driving and operat-ing safety – and as cost-effectively for you as possible. Please keep in mind that regular main-tenance is not only necessary for the safety of your veh...
Page 127 - Care
127 Care You can find everything you need to know on this topic by consulting the separate Caring for your vehicle bro-chure. The BMW Maintenance System Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 157 628 - © 09/03 BMW AG
Page 128 - California Proposition 65 warning
128 Laws and regulations California Proposition 65 warning California laws require us to state the following warning: Engine exhaust and a wide variety of automobile components and parts, including components found in the interior furnishings in a vehicle, con-tain or emit chemicals known to the Sta...
Page 129 - OBD interface socket
129 If the indicator blinks or flashes, this indicates a high level of engine misfire. Reduce speed and contact your near-est BMW center immediately. Severe engine misfiring for even a short period of time can seriously damage emission-control system components, especially the catalytic converter. S...
Page 132 - Onboard tool kit
132 Replacement procedures Onboard tool kit The onboard tool kit is located in the luggage compartment lid. To open, loosen the wing nut. For storing the towing eyelet, refer to page 145 . Windshield wiper blades 1. Switch off the engine2. Fold the wiper arm completely out from the windshield 3. Pos...
Page 133 - Lamps and bulbs; Low beams and high beams
133 Lamps and bulbs The lamps and bulbs make essential contributions to the safety of your vehi-cle. Therefore, proceed carefully when handling bulbs. BMW recommends that you have such work performed by your BMW center if you are not familiar with the procedures. Do not touch the glass portion of a ...
Page 135 - Rear lamps
135 Rear lamps 1 Turn signal indicator 2 Backup lamp 21 watt bulb 3 Tail lamp/brake lamp All bulbs in the fender are designed using LED technology. Please contact a BMW center in case of a malfunction. < Bulbs in the luggage compartment lid1. Using a screwdriver, loosen the clip 2. Fold the trim ...
Page 136 - Center high-mount brake lamp; License plate lamps; Repairing a flat tire; M Mobility system
136 Center high-mount brake lamp LED strip on the rear window. Please contact a BMW center in case of a malfunction. License plate lamps 5 watt bulb 1. Place a screwdriver in the slot and press toward the left to release the lens 2. Replace the bulb. Repairing a flat tire Precautions in case of a fl...
Page 137 - Using the M Mobility system
137 Using the M Mobility system To repair a flat tire using the M Mobility system, proceed as follows: > Preparing the M Mobility system for use, refer to the next column > Components of the M Mobility sys-tem, refer to page 138 > Filling with sealant, refer to page 138 > Distributing se...
Page 138 - Filling with sealant
138 Components of the M Mobility system 1 On/Off switch 2 Connection hose with manometer for connecting the compressor with the sealant container or to connect the compressor to the wheel 3 Manometer for indicating the tire pressure 4 Connector hose from the sealant container to the wheel 5 Sticker ...
Page 139 - Distributing the sealant
139 4. Make sure that the screw on the rear of the pressure gauge 3 is tightened down. Turn on the M Mobility sys-tem, position I, refer to illustration, and allow minutes to elapse, to let the sealant flow in. It does not matter afterward, what the tire's inflation pressure is 5. Turn the system of...
Page 140 - Battery; Charging the battery
140 Even if the tire fails to hold the pressure, you should still carry out Step 3 before proceeding to drive the vehicle again, refer to Distributing the sealant for more information. Then repeat Steps 1 through 3.The use of the M Mobility system may be ineffective if the damaged area in the tire i...
Page 141 - Fuses
141 Fuses You will find the fuses and information on their respective allocation in the glove compartment behind a panel with two snap clips. Do not attempt to repair a blown fuse or replace it with a fuse having a different color or amperage rating. To do this could cause a fire in the vehicle resu...
Page 142 - Receiving assistance; Initiating an emergency call*
142 Giving and receiving assistance Receiving assistance The BMW Group's Mobile Service offers you 24-hour assistance in the event of a breakdown, even on week-ends and holidays. The telephone numbers of the Mobile Service control center in your country are listed in the BMW Dealer Directory. If you...
Page 144 - Towing the vehicle
144 2. Start the engine of the other vehicle as usual. If the first start attempt is not suc-cessful, wait a few minutes before another attempt in order to allow the discharged battery to recharge 3. Allow the engines to run for several minutes 4. Disconnect the jumper cables in reverse sequence. Ha...
Page 150 - Engine data
150 Engine data DisplacementNumber of cylinders cu in/cm 3 198.1/3,2466 Max. power outputat engine speed hprpm 3337,900 Maximum torqueat engine speed lb ft/Nmrpm 262/3554,900 Compression ratio ε 11.5 StrokeBore in/mmin/mm 3.58/913.43/87 Fuel mixture preparation Digital electronic engine-management s...
Page 151 - Dimensions
151 Dimensions Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 157 628 - © 09/03 BMW AG
Page 152 - Weights
152 Weights Curb weight lbs/kg 3,415/1,549 Approved gross vehicle weight lbs/kg 4,453/2,020 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,138/970 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,535/1,150 Approved roof load capacity lbs/kg 165/75 Luggage compartment capacity cu ft/l 14.5/410 Approved axle loads and approved gr...
Page 153 - Capacities
153 Capacities Notes Fuel tankReserve gal./litersgal./liters approx. 16.6/approx. 63approx. 2.1/approx. 8 Fuel specification, refer to page 25 Windshield washer system/Headlamp cleaning system quarts/liters approx. 5.6/approx. 5.3 Specifications, refer to page 122 Engine with oil filter change quart...
Page 169 - Fuel
Refueling To ensure that you always have conve-nient access to all essential information when you stop for fuel, we recommend that you take the time to fill out the adjoining chart by entering the data that apply to your vehicle. Consult the index for individual specifications. Fuel Please enter you...