Page 4 - Notes; About this Owner's Manual
4 Notes © 2004 Bayerische Motoren WerkeAktiengesellschaftMunich, GermanyReprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. Order No. 01 41 0 158 512US English VIII/04Printed in GermanyPrinted on environmentally friendly paper,bleached without chlorine, suitable for recy...
Page 5 - Your individual vehicle
5 Notes Indicates that you should consult the relevant section of this Owner's Manual for information on a particular part or assembly. 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 ...
Page 6 - For your own safety
6 Notes For your own safety 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 ...
Page 7 - Service and warranty; Reporting safety defects
7 Notes wheels, suspension components, brake dust shields, telephones, including operation of any mobile phone from within the vehicle without using an externally mounted antenna, or trans-ceiver equipment, for instance, CBs, walkie-talkie, ham radio or similar accessories, may cause extensive dam-a...
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 6 Service and warranty 7 Reporting safety defects 7 Overview Cockpit 14 Instrument cluster 16 Indicator and warning lamps 18 Button...
Page 9 - Controls and features
Contents 9 Driving: Ignition lock 61 Starting the engine and driving off 62 Switching off the engine 64 Parking brake 64 Manual transmission 65 Sequential M gearbox with Drivelogic* 66 Turn signal indicator/Headlamp flasher 71 Washer/wiper system/Rain sensor* 72 Cruise control* 73 Everything under c...
Page 10 - Operation, maintenance; Owner service procedures; Technical data
Contents Operation, maintenance Special operating instructions: Break-in procedures 108 General driving notes 109 Antilock Brake System (ABS) 111 Wheels and tires: Tire inflation pressure 112 Tire code 114 Tire condition 115 New wheels and tires 116 Snow chains* 118 In the engine compartment: Hood 1...
Page 11 - Index
Contents 11 Index Everything from A to Z 156 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 512 - © 09/04 BMW AG
Page 14 - Cockpit
14 Cockpit Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 512 - © 09/04 BMW AG
Page 16 - Instrument cluster
16 Instrument cluster Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 512 - © 09/04 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 driving cautiously and defensively and avoid full brake applications. Please have the system ch...
Page 20 - Yellow: 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 Cruise controlLights up when the cruise con-trol is activated. Ready for oper- ation via the buttons in the steering wheel.For additional information, refer to page 73 . Front fog lampsLights up whenever the fog lamps are on. For additional information, refer to page 89 . Blue: for your informati...
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 command system * > M Track mode * , part ...
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 - Closing the gas cap; Fuel tank capacity; Fuel specifications; Required fuel
25 Closing the gas cap Place the cap in position and turn it until a clearly audible click is heard. 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 CA...
Page 28 - Keys; The key set; Central locking system; The concept
28 Opening and closing Keys The key set 1 Each master key with remote control is powered by an extended-life bat-tery that is charged automatically in the ignition lock as you drive. For this reason, user every master key at least twice a year to keep its battery charged. Depending on which master k...
Page 29 - Opening and closing – via the remote control; To release
29 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 30 . With this function you can also search for your vehicle – when parked in an underground gara...
Page 32 - Opening and closing – via the door lock; Convenience operation
32 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. As a confirmation that the vehi-cle's locks have engaged securely...
Page 33 - Opening and closing – from the inside; To unlock and open the doors; To lock
33 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 34 - Luggage compartment lid; The lock
34 Luggage compartment lid The lock Only the master keys fit in the lock for the luggage compartment lid, refer to page 28 . 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 36 - Emergency release; Luggage compartment
36 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 37 - Floor mat
37 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 38 - Indicator lamp displays; Avoiding unintentional alarms
38 Indicator lamp displays > The indicator lamp below the interior rearview mirror flashes continuously: the system is armed > The indicator lamp flashes after lock-ing: doors or luggage compartment lid are not completely closed. Even if you do not close the alerted area, the remaining areas a...
Page 39 - Electric power windows; To open and close windows; Trap protection
39 Electric power windows To open and close windows With the ignition key in position 1 or higher > Press the switch until you feel resis-tance: the window retracts, or respectively the tilt-out window moves outward; it remains in motion for as long as you maintain pressure on the switch > Pre...
Page 41 - Manual operation; Initializing the glass sunroof
41 Despite trap protection, always make sure that the sunroof can close without obstruction, otherwise in some cases, e.g. with thin objects, it is not guaranteed that the closing opera-tion will be interrupted.Trap protection is restricted when the switch is pressed and held beyond the pressure poi...
Page 42 - Safe seating position; Airbags
42 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 43 - Seats; Manual seat adjustment; Seat adjustment
43 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 44 - Power seat adjustment*; Thigh support
44 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 45 - Head restraints
45 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 or decrease backrest width: press front or rear of the switch. Head restrai...
Page 46 - Entering the rear
46 Removal 1. Pull the head restraint up as far as it will go 2. Press the button, arrow 1, and pull out the head restraint completely. 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 rel...
Page 47 - Adjusting safety belt height; Safety belts
47 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 48 - Seat and mirror memory*; To store; To select a stored setting
48 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 50 - Mirrors; To adjust exterior mirrors; To adjust manually; Curved mirror
50 Mirrors To adjust exterior mirrors 1 Switch for 4-way adjustment 2 Switch to select between mirrors To adjust manually The mirrors can also be adjusted manu-ally: Press the edges of the lens. To store the mirror settings, refer to Seat and mirror memory on page 48 . Curved mirror The outer part o...
Page 51 - Steering wheel
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 52 - Protective effect
52 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 54 - Indicator lamp
54 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 55 - Transporting children safely; Correct location for installing
55 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 59 - Vehicle Memory, Key Memory; How the system functions
59 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 61 - Ignition lock; Ignition key positions; Steering locked
61 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 62 - Starting the engine and driving off; Manual transmission
62 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 64 - Switching off the engine; Parking brake; To engage
64 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 65 - Reverse
65 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 66 - Sequential M gearbox with Drivelogic*; Selector lever positions
66 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 67 - SMG display in instrument cluster; R – Reverse position
67 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 69 3 Tapping the selector lever ...
Page 68 - D – Automated mode
68 Shifting gears with shift paddles on steering wheel: > To upshift, briefly pull the right pad-dle + > To downshift, briefly pull the left pad-dle –. Shift paddles with various widths matched to the shape of your hand are available from your BMW cen-ter. < Shifting gears with selector lev...
Page 69 - Drivelogic; Gradient assistance
69 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 67 . In the automated mode you can select from five driving programs ranging from convenie...
Page 70 - Tire replacement, snow chains
70 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 71 - Turn signal indicator/Headlamp flasher; To signal briefly
71 Turn signal indicator/Headlamp flasher 1 High beams 2 Headlamp flasher 3 Turn signal indicators To signal briefly Press the lever up to the resistance point but not beyond. It then returns to the center position when released. If the flashing of the indicator lamp and the clicking from the relay ...
Page 73 - Clean windshield and headlamps*; To deactivate the system
73 0 Wipers retracted 1 Clean windshield and headlamps Clean windshield and headlamps* The system sprays washer fluid against the windshield and activates the wipers for a brief period. When the vehicle's lighting system is switched on, the headlamps will also be cleaned at reasonable intervals. Do ...
Page 75 - Odometer; Tachometer; Variable pre-warning zone; Engine oil temperature
75 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 76 - Blue
76 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 77 - Display
77 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 78 - Clock; Setting
78 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 79 - Computer; Mode selection
79 Computer Mode selection With the ignition key in position 1 or higher, you can use the onboard com-puter button BC in the turn signal lever to retrieve information from the com-puter for display in the instrument clus-ter. Every time you tap the onboard com-puter button BC, the display changes to...
Page 80 - Average fuel consumption; Range
80 After giving an ice warning, the display returns to the previous setting. < The ice warning does not alter the fact that surface ice can form at temperatures above 37.5 7 /+3 6 , on bridges or shaded road surfaces, for instance. < Average fuel consumption If you press the onboard computer b...
Page 82 - Indicator lamp for M Track mode
82 Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) The concept DSC supports vehicle stability, even in critical driving situations. DSC optimizes driving stability and traction during acceleration and when you are starting from a standstill. In addition, it also recognizes unstable vehicle conditions, such as under...
Page 83 - Flat Tire Monitor
83 Activating M Track mode Tap the button; the indicator lamp comes on and stays on. Deactivating M Track mode Press the button again; the indicator lamp goes out. To deactivate DSC Press the DSC button; the DSC indica-tor lamp lights up continuously. DSC and M Track mode are off. When better tracti...
Page 84 - Initializing the system; To activate/deactivate the system
84 The system could issue a false warning or function in a delayed manner in the following situations: > System was not initialized > You are driving on a snow-covered or slippery road surface > Performance-oriented driving: slip at the drive wheels, high levels of lateral acceleration >...
Page 85 - Flat tire; System malfunction; M Engine dynamics control
85 Flat tire The indicator lamp in the instru-ment cluster lights up red. In addition, an acoustic signal is sounded. 1. Carefully reduce speed and come to a stop. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuvers 2. Determine which wheel is damaged If this cannot be determined, con-tact your BMW center. ...
Page 86 - Brake force display
86 Brake force display Brake force display indicates to the road users behind you how hard you are braking. > Normal braking: the brake lamps among the rear lamps and the center brake lamp light up > Hard braking or braking with ABS: in addition, the illuminated rear lamp surface is extended, ...
Page 87 - Parking lamps/Low beams
87 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 88 . Low beams When you switch the ignition...
Page 88 - Standing lamps, left or right
88 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 2 Headlamp flasher 3 Standing lamps Standing lamps, left or right As an additional feature, you can illumi-nate your vehicle on either side for...
Page 89 - Front fog lamps; Interior lamps; Front reading lamps
89 Front fog lamps Tap the button to switch on or off. The parking lamps or low-beam headlamps must be switched on. The green indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up to indi-cate that the front fog lamps are on. If the automatic headlamp control is on, the low beams will come on automatic...
Page 90 - Automatic climate control
90 Controlling the climate for pleasant driving Automatic climate control Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 512 - © 09/04 BMW AG
Page 95 - Premium sound system*; To open
95 Interior conveniences Premium sound system* Harman Kardon premium sound system When the system is activated, the impression of a significantly larger pas-senger compartment is created at all seating areas, together with an improvement of the stereo effect. The system responds to poor reception co...
Page 96 - Storage compartments; Front center armrest*; Glove compartment
96 If – for example for valet parking – you turn over only your spare key, refer to page 28 , 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 97 - Rear center armrest
97 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 > An eyeglasses storage compart-ment * , not shown, in the center con- sol...
Page 99 - Clothes hooks
99 Clothes hooks To open, press on the upper edge. When hanging clothing on the hooks, be sure that it will not obstruct the driver's vision. Do not hang heavy objects on the hooks. If you do, they could injure occupants, for exam-ple during braking or evasive maneu-vers. < Overview Controls Main...
Page 100 - Through-loading system; Folding the rear backrest
100 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 101 - Loading; Securing cargo
101 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 102 - Cargo loading; Determining the maximum load
102 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 - Anchorages; Loading and driving notes
105 Roof-mounted luggage rack* A special roof-rack system is available as an optional extra for your BMW. Please observe the precautions included with the installation instruc-tions. Anchorages Access to the mounting points: To fold up the covers, please use the tool provided with the roof-rack syst...
Page 109 - General driving notes
109 General driving notes Hot exhaust system High temperatures occur with every vehicle equipped with a cat- alytic converter. Heat shields are installed adjacent to some sections of the exhaust system. Never remove these shields; do not apply undercoat-ing to their surfaces. When driving, standing ...
Page 112 - Tire inflation pressure; Information for your safety
112 Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressure Information for your safety It is not merely the tire's service life, but also driving comfort and, above all else, driving safety that depend on the condi-tion of the tires and the maintenance of the specified tire pressure. Checking tire pressures Only ...
Page 114 - Tire code
114 Tire code Knowing the tire code on the tire side-wall makes it easier to correctly choose and identify your tires. Tire size E.g. 205/60 R 15 91 W 205 = Nominal width in mm 60 = Cross-sectional ratio in % R = Radial belt construction 15 = Rim diameter in inches 91 = Load index, not on ZR tires W...
Page 115 - Temperature; Tire condition
115 Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on speci-fied government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight- ahead braki...
Page 116 - Tire tread; New wheels and tires
116 Tire tread Tread depth should not be allowed to go below 1/8 in / 3 mm, even though European legislation, for example, requires a mimimum tread depth of only 1/16 in / 1.6 mm. Below 1/8 in / 3 mm tread depth, there is a great risk of hydroplaning, even at relatively moder-ate speeds and with onl...
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. If you are not familiar with the regulations to be observed, have your vehicle ser-viced...
Page 120 - Engine compartment essentials
120 Engine compartment essentials Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 512 - © 09/04 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 - Low ambient temperatures; Coolant; Checking the coolant level
124 Low ambient temperatures The oils used by BMW at the factory for your vehicle model can be used at virtu-ally any ambient temperature. 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 o...
Page 125 - Brake fluid
125 Brake fluid Indicator lamp The warning lamp comes on even though the parking brake is released: The brake fluid level is too low, refer to page 18 . At the same time, there may be significantly greater pedal travel. Have the system checked immediately. Warning lamp for Canadian models. If you co...
Page 126 - BMW Maintenance System; Service interval display
126 Maintenance BMW Maintenance System The BMW Maintenance System helps maintain your vehicle's road safety and operational safety. Comfort-related aspects, such as the timely change of filters for the air inside the vehicle, are taken into consideration. The goal is to optimize maintenance with res...
Page 127 - Care
127 Have your BMW center perform maintenance and repair. Be sure that all maintenance work is recorded in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models, or in the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models. These entries are your verification for the reg-ular maintenance of ...
Page 128 - OBD interface socket; Event data recorders
128 Laws and regulations OBD interface socket The Onboard Diagnostic (OBD) inter-face socket is located on the left of the driver's side under the instrument panel and under a cover. The cover has the letters OBD on it. The purpose of the OBD system is to ensure proper operation of the emis-sion con...
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. Posi...
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 LEDs 2 Backup lamp 21 watt bulb 3 Tail lamp/brake lamp LEDs Please contact a BMW center in case of a defect with the LED lamps. < Bulbs in the luggage compartment lid1. Using a screwdriver, loosen the clip 2. Fold the trim panel down – see arrow 1. Disengage...
Page 136 - Center high-mount brake lamp; License plate lamps; Light-emitting diodes
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. Light-emitting diodes Light-emitting diodes (LEDs...
Page 137 - Tire repair with the M Mobility system; Preparing to repair a tire
137 Tire repair with the M Mobility system Precautions in case of a flat tire:Stop the vehicle as far as possible from passing traffic and position it on a firm surface. Turn on the hazard warn-ing flashers.Turn the steering wheel to the straight-ahead position and engage the steering lock. Engage t...
Page 140 - Driving on; Battery; Charging the battery
140 4. Adjust the tire inflation pressure to 29 psi / 200 kilopascal. For this pur-pose, with the ignition key in position 2: > Increase the tire pressure: switch on the compressor, position I. To check the current inflation pres-sure, turn off the device briefly > Reduce the tire pressure: pr...
Page 141 - Fuses
141 Disposal After changing the battery, have the old battery disposed of by your BMW center or bring it to a recy-cling point. Maintain the battery in an upright position for transport and stor-age. Secure the battery against tilting in transit. < Power loss After a temporary power loss, e.g. du...
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 Contact brochure. If your ve...
Page 143 - Preparations; Connecting the jumper cables
143 Mobile Service* To establish contact with the BMW Group's Mobile Service: Press button 2 for at least 2 seconds. The indicator lamp above the buttons lights up. As soon as a telephone con-nection has been set up with the Mobile Service, the indicator lamp flashes. Depending on the country you ar...
Page 144 - Starting the engine
144 3. Connect the second terminal clamp of the plus/+ jumper cable to the positive terminal of the battery or to a jump-starting terminal in the vehicle to be started 4. Your BMW is equipped with a special nut – see arrow 2 – to serve as the ground or negative terminal.Attach a terminal clamp of th...
Page 145 - Towing and tow-starting the vehicle; Using the towing eyelet
145 Towing and tow-starting the vehicle Always observe all applicable towing laws and regulations. < Using the towing eyelet The screw-in towing eyelet is stored in the luggage compartment under the floor panel and must remain with the vehicle at all times. It can be attached at the front or rear...
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 0 158 512 - © 09/04 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...