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Page 1 - Contents

The UltimateDriving Machine Owner's Manual for VehicleContentsA-ZOnline Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 118 - © 03/04 BMW AG

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Contents Operation, maintenance Special operating instructions: Break-in procedures 124General driving notes 125Antilock Brake System (ABS) 127Hardto

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100Controlling the climate for pleasant drivingAir conditioningOnline Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 118 - © 03/04 BMW AG

Page 4 - Symbols used

1011 Air onto the windshield and the side windows2 Air for the upper body area 1033 Air to the footwell4 Air supply/Blower 1025 Temperature 1026 Air d

Page 5 - Maintenance and repair

102Air supply/BlowerYou can select blower speeds from 1 to 4. The heating and ventilation become more and more effective as the air sup-ply settings a

Page 6 - Service and warranty

103Draft-free ventilationYou can adjust the blower controls for the upper body area to obtain the opti-mum airflow rates and directions for your perso

Page 7 - Reporting safety defects

104Automatic climate control*Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 118 - © 03/04 BMW AG

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1051 Air onto the windshield and the side windows2 Air for the upper body area 1073 Air to the footwell4 Air inlet for interior temperature sensor – p

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106Tips for pleasant drivingUse the automatic mode – switch on with AUTO button 6. Select the desired interior temperature.Detailed setting options ar

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107Condensation forms during opera-tion of the air conditioning system, which then exits under the vehicle. It is thus not unusual for a small puddle

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108Microfilter/activated-charcoal filterThe built-in microfilter removes dust and pollen from the incoming air. The activated-charcoal filter provides

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109Interior conveniencesGlove compartmentTo openPull the handle. The lamp in the glove compartment comes on.To closeFold the cover back up.To prevent

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Contents 11 Index Everything from A to Z 176Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 118 - © 03/04 BMW AG

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110Integrated universal remote control*The conceptThe integrated universal remote control takes the place of up to three different handheld transmitte

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1113. Hold the original control device approx. 2 to 8 in / 5 to 20 cm away from memory buttons 1.The required distance between the control device and

Page 16 - Instrument cluster

112Deleting memory buttonsPress and hold down both outer buttons 1 of the integrated universal remote control for approx. 20 seconds until the indicat

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113Beverage holders, coin boxA coin box and two beverage holders are provided in the center console.Do not place any glass containers in the beverage

Page 18 - Indicator and warning lamps

114Power socketThe cigarette lighter socket can be used as a power socket for a flashlight, car vacuum cleaner, etc., up to a rating of approx. 200 wa

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115Loading and transportingSki bag*The ski bag allows the safe and clean transport of up to 3 pairs of standard skis or up to two snowboards.The lengt

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1165. Use the magnetic holder to fasten the cover panel to the back wall, then pull out the ski bag.Securing cargoAfter loading, secure the ski bag an

Page 21 - Buttons in steering wheel*

117Cargo loadingAvoid overloading the vehicle so that the permitted load on the tires is not exceeded. Overloading can lead to overheating and interna

Page 22 - First-aid kit*

118LoadThe permissible load is the sum of the occupants' weights and the weight of the cargo. The greater the weight of the occupants, the less c

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119Securing cargo> For small, light items, use the rubber-lined, non-skid side of the floor mat or secure using the luggage compart-ment net* or el

Page 24 - Fuel specifications

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120Roof-mounted luggage rack for the hardtop*A special roof-rack system is available as an optional extra for your BMW. Please observe the precautions

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121OverviewControlsMaintenanceRepairsDataIndexOnline Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 118 - © 03/04 BMW AG

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122Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 118 - © 03/04 BMW AG

Page 28 - Central locking system

123OverviewControls and featuresOperation, maintenanceOwner service proceduresTechnical dataIndexOverviewControlsMaintenanceRepairsDataIndexOnline Edi

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124Special operating instructionsBreak-in proceduresTo ensure that your vehicle continues to provide maximum economy throughout an extended service li

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125General driving notesHot exhaust systemHigh temperatures occur with every vehicle equipped with a cat-alytic converter. Heat shields are installed

Page 31 - Manual operation

126Inclines:To prevent overheating and, as a result, diminished braking effec-tiveness, drive down long or steep downhill grades in a gear which requi

Page 32 - To unlock and open the doors

127Antilock Brake System (ABS)The conceptABS keeps the wheels from locking during braking, thereby enhancing active driving safety.Braking with ABSIf

Page 33 - Luggage compartment lid

128StorageStoring the hardtop on the floor: slide the styrofoam block that came with the hardtop onto its center. The arrow on top of the styrofoam bl

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1294. Open the two locking levers at the front of the hardtop. Press on the buttons to do so. The levers will release slightly. Open the levers as far

Page 35 - Luggage compartment

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Page 36 - Alarm system*

130Wheels and tiresTire inflation pressureInformation for your safetyIt is not merely the tire's service life, but also driving comfort and, abov

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131BMW TiresAll pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kilopascal with cold tires –cold = ambient temperature325Ci 205/55 R 16 91 H

Page 38 - Electric power windows

132BMW TiresAll pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kilopascal with cold tires –cold = ambient temperature330Ci 225/45 R 17 91 W

Page 39 - Manual convertible top

133Tire codeKnowing the tire code on the tire side-wall makes it easier to correctly choose and identify your tires.Tire sizeE.g. 205/60 R 15 91 W205

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134Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on speci-fied government test surfac

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135Tire treadTread depth should not be allowed to go below 1/8 in/3 mm, even though European legislation, for example, requires a mimimum tread depth

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136If there is a total loss of tire inflation pressure, 0 psi/0 kPa, or obvious tire damage, you can determine the dis-tance you may continue driving

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137tire center, preferably your BMW cen-ter. Observe any country-specific regu-lations, e.g. on making a corresponding entry in the vehicle documents.

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138In the engine compartmentHoodTo releasePull the lever located under the left-hand side of the instrument panel.Do not attempt to service your vehic

Page 45 - Indicator lamps

139OverviewControlsMaintenanceRepairsDataIndexOnline Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 118 - © 03/04 BMW AG

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14 CockpitOnline Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 118 - © 03/04 BMW AG

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140Engine compartment essentialsOnline Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 118 - © 03/04 BMW AG

Page 48 - Wind deflector*

1411 Brake fluid reservoir 1452 Engine oil dipstick 1423 Coolant expansion tank 1444 Reservoir for the headlamp and wind-shield washer system 1425 Eng

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142Washer fluidHeadlamp* and windshield washer systemApproximate capacity is 5.6 US quarts/5.3 liters.Fill with water and, if required, with a washer

Page 50 - Safe seating position

143Adding engine oilOnly add engine oil when the oil level has dropped to just above the lower mark on the dipstick.Continuous exposure to used oil ha

Page 51 - Seat adjustment

144CoolantDo not add coolant to the cooling system when the engine is hot. If you attempt to do so, escaping coolant can cause burns.<Coolant consi

Page 52 - Head restraints

145Brake fluidIndicator lampThe warning lamp comes on even though the parking brake is released: The brake fluid level in the reservoir is too low, re

Page 53 - Entering the rear

146MaintenanceBMW Maintenance SystemThe BMW Maintenance System helps maintain your vehicle's road safety and operational safety. Comfort-related

Page 54 - Safety belts

147Have your BMW center perform maintenance and repair.Be sure that all maintenance work is recorded in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet f

Page 55 - Seat and mirror memory*

148Laws and regulationsCalifornia lawsProposition 65 warningCalifornia laws require us to state the following warning:Engine exhaust and a wide variet

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149engine misfiring for even a short period of time can seriously damage emission control system components, especially the catalytic converter.SERVIC

Page 57 - Seat heating*

151 Parking lamps/Low beams 952 > Turn signal indicators 80 > Standing lamps 97 > High beams 97 > Headlamp flasher 80 > Computer 883 W

Page 58 - Steering wheel

150Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 118 - © 03/04 BMW AG

Page 59 - Protective effect

151OverviewControls and featuresOperation, maintenanceOwner service proceduresTechnical dataIndexOverviewControlsMaintenanceRepairsDataIndexOnline Edi

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152Replacement proceduresOnboard tool kitThe onboard tool kit is located in the luggage compartment lid.Loosen the wing nut to open.Windshield wiper b

Page 61 - Indicator lamp

153Lamps and bulbsThe lamps and bulbs make essential contributions to the safety of your vehi-cle. Therefore, proceed carefully when handling bulbs. B

Page 62 - Transporting children safely

154High beamsH7 bulb, 55 wattsEngine compartment, left side:The H7 bulb is pressurized. There-fore, wear safety glasses and pro-tective gloves. Failur

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155Front turn signal indicators21 watt bulb1. Turn the bulb holder with the plug to the left and remove2. Pull the bulb off and replace it.When replac

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156Bulbs in the luggage compartment lid:1. Using a screwdriver, loosen the clip2. Swing trim panel down – see arrow 1. Unlock bulb holder – see arrow

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157License plate lamps5 watt bulb1. Place a screwdriver in the slot and press toward the left to release the lens2. Replace the bulb.Light-emitting di

Page 66 - Rollover protection system

158height and reduce its support capacity.Do not lie under the vehicle or start the engine when the vehicle is supported by the jack. There is otherwi

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159wheel must be changed on a sur-face with a more severe slope, take additional precautions to secure the vehicle from rolling3. Wheels with full whe

Page 68 - Vehicle Memory, Key Memory

16 Instrument clusterOnline Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 118 - © 03/04 BMW AG

Page 69 - Starting the engine

16014. Wheels with full wheel covers*: place the wheel cover with the valve opening over the valve. Use both hands to press the cover securely onto th

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161BatteryMaintenanceThe battery is completely maintenance-free. This means that the original bat-tery acid will normally last for the ser-vice life o

Page 71 - Parking brake

162Giving and receiving assistanceReceiving assistanceThe BMW Group's Mobile Service offers you 24-hour assistance in the event of a breakdown, e

Page 72 - Manual transmission

163Mobile Service*To establish contact with the BMW Group's Mobile Service:Press button 2 for at least 2 seconds.The indicator lamp above the but

Page 73 - Driving precautions

1642. Connect one terminal clamp of the plus/+ jumper cable to the positive terminal of the battery or to an auxil-iary jump-starting terminal of the

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165Towing and tow-starting the vehicleAlways comply with all applicable towing laws and regulations.<Using the towing eyeletThe screw-in towing eye

Page 75 - Warning tone

166With a tow barThe towing vehicle must not be lighter than the vehicle being towed; otherwise, vehicle handling can no longer be controlled.<The

Page 76 - Acceleration assistant

167OverviewControlsMaintenanceRepairsDataIndexOnline Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 118 - © 03/04 BMW AG

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168Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 118 - © 03/04 BMW AG

Page 78 - Kickdown

169OverviewControls and featuresOperation, maintenanceOwner service proceduresTechnical dataIndexOverviewControlsMaintenanceRepairsDataIndexOnline Edi

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171 Fuel gauge 852 Indicator lamp for turn signals 203 Speedometer4 Indicator and warning lamps 18to 205 Tachometer and Energy Control 846 Engine coo

Page 80 - To signal briefly

170Engine data325Ci 330CiDisplacementNumber of cylinderscu in/cm3 152.2/2,4946181.8/2,9796Maximum power outputat engine speedhprpm1846,0002255,900Maxi

Page 81 - Fast wiper speed

171DimensionsOverviewControlsMaintenanceRepairsDataIndexOnline Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 118 - © 03/04 BMW AG

Page 82 - Cruise control*

172Weights325Ci 330CiCurb weight with manual transmission/SMGwith automatic transmissionlbs/kglbs/kg3,560/1,6153,627/1,6453,616/1,6403,704/1,675Approv

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173CapacitiesNotesFuel tankReservegal./litersgal./litersapprox. 16.6/63approx. 2.1/8Fuel specification, refer topage 24Windshield/Headlamp washer rese

Page 84 - Energy control

174Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 118 - © 03/04 BMW AG

Page 85 - Fuel gauge

175OverviewControls and featuresOperation, maintenanceOwner service proceduresTechnical dataIndexOverviewControlsMaintenanceRepairsDataIndexOnline Edi

Page 86 - Check Control

Everything from A to ZAABS Antilock Brake System 127indicator lamp 18Acceleration assistant 76Accessories, refer to For your own safety 5Accident, ref

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Everything from A to Z177Battery 161charge 161disposal 161indicator lamp 18jump-starting 163remote control 28, 29Battery charge current 18Belts, refer

Page 88 - Computer

Everything from A to ZClock 8712-/24-hour mode 87setting, refer also to the Owner's Manual for Radio/Onboard ComputerClosingfrom inside 32from ou

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Everything from A to Z179Distance warning, refer to Park Distance Control (PDC) 90Door key 28Door lock 31Doorsemergency operation 31Draft-free ventila

Page 90 - Park Distance Control (PDC)*

18 Indicator and warning lamps Technology that monitors itself Indicator and warning lamps that are identified by ● are tested for proper functioni

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Everything from A to ZFlat tire 157Flat Tire Monitor 92space-saver spare tire 157Flat Tire Monitor 92indicator lamp 18, 19, 93Fluid reservoir for wash

Page 92 - Flat Tire Monitor*

Everything from A to Z181Imprint 4Indicator lamps 18Indicator/warning lampairbags 18alarm system 37brakes 18, 19Check Gas Cap 19coolant 19, 85DSC 19Fa

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Everything from A to ZLuggage compartment lid 33emergency operation 33emergency release 34indicator lamp 86opening from inside the vehicle 33opening f

Page 94 - Brake force display

Everything from A to Z183Outside temperature dis-play 88changing unit of measure 88PPaintwork care, refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochurePanic

Page 95 - Parking lamps/Low beams

Everything from A to ZSafety belt height adjust-ment 54Safety belts 54seat-integrated safety belt system 53sitting safely 50warning lamp 18Safety syst

Page 96 - Instrument lighting

Everything from A to Z185Tail lampsbulb replacement 155Tail lamps, refer to Rear lamps 155Tank capacity, refer to Fuel tank capacity 173Tank indicator

Page 97 - Front fog lamps

Everything from A to ZTurn signal indicator, sidebulb replacement 155Turning circle, refer to Dimensions 171TV function, refer to the Owner's Man

Page 98 - Interior lamps

187OverviewControlsMaintenanceRepairsDataIndexOnline Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 118 - © 03/04 BMW AG

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Page 100 - Air conditioning

RefuelingTo ensure that you always have conve-nient access to all essential information when you stop for fuel, we recommend that you fill out the adj

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19Brake warning lamp for Cana-dian models.Lock backrest/Fasten safety belts ● Comes on together with an acoustic signal until the safety belts are fa

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Page 104 - Automatic climate control*

20Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) ● Malfunction in DBC system. Conventional braking efficiency is available and unrestricted.Have the system checked as s

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21 Buttons in steering wheel* These buttons let you operate the fol-lowing functions quickly and without being distracted from traffic conditions: &g

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22Hazard warning triangle*The hazard warning triangle is stored in the luggage compartment lid inside the container for the onboard tools.To open the

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23RefuelingFuel filler doorAlways switch off the engine before refueling, as it is not possi-ble to add fuel with the engine running, and attempts may

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24Closing the gas capPlace the cap in position and turn it until a clearly audible click is heard.Close the gas cap carefully after refueling until a

Page 109 - Glove compartment

25OverviewControlsMaintenanceRepairsDataIndexOnline Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 118 - © 03/04 BMW AG

Page 110 - Programming a fixed-code

26Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 118 - © 03/04 BMW AG

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27OverviewControls and featuresOperation, maintenanceOwner service proceduresTechnical dataIndexOverviewControlsMaintenanceRepairsDataIndexOnline Edit

Page 112 - Storage compartments

28Opening and closingKeysThe key set1 Master keys with remote control. They govern the functions of the Key Memory. Certain functions in your vehicle

Page 113 - Microphone*

29Opening and closing – via the remote controlThe conceptThe remote control also provides two additional functions beyond the central locking feature:

Page 114 - Ashtray, rear*

Congratulations, and thank you for choosing a BMW.Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide you with enhanced control and security when you

Page 115 - Ski bag*

30Convenience opening modePress the button briefly and then keep it pressed. The electric power windows and the fully-automatic convertible top open.T

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31Opening and closing – via the door lockOne turn of the key in the driver's door lock unlocks the driver's door, the fuel filler door and t

Page 117 - Cargo loading

32Opening and closing – from the insideYou can use this button to control the central locking system whenever the doors are closed. The doors and lug-

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33Luggage compartment lidThe lockOnly the master keys fit in the lock for the luggage compartment lid, refer to page 28.To secure separatelyLock the g

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34To closeThe handle recesses in the interior trim panel of the luggage compartment lid make it easier to pull the lid down.To avoid injuries, be sure

Page 120 - Loading and driving notes

35Luggage compartmentTo fold up and secure the floor panel1. Pull up at the handle and fold the panel up2. Press the button to release the hanger from

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36Before lowering the convertible top, refer to page 39 or 44, always check to ensure that the luggage com-partment panel is folded down. Other-wise d

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37Indicator lamp displays> The indicator lamp below the interior rearview mirror flashes continuously: The system is armed> The indicator lamp f

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38Electric power windowsTo open and close windowsWith the ignition key in position 1 or higher> Press the switch until you feel resis-tance: the wi

Page 124 - Break-in procedures

39Despite trap protection, always make sure that the windows can close without obstruction, otherwise in some cases, e.g. with thin objects, it is not

Page 125 - General driving notes

4 Notes © 2004 Bayerische Motoren Werke AktiengesellschaftMunich, GermanyReprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Mun

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40To open the convertible topNever attempt to open or close the convertible top unless the vehicle is completely stationary. To pre-vent vehicle damag

Page 127 - Hardtop*

414. Position the rear convertible top frame vertically and grip it firmlyYou can make it easier to raise the rear convertible top frame by pressing t

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428. Press down slightly on the convert-ible top compartment lid from above – see arrow. The closing process will then be carried out automatically9.

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435. Either close the slightly lowered side windows or put them at the desired height6. Press down slightly on the convert-ible top compartment lid fr

Page 130 - Tire inflation pressure

44Fully-automatic convertible top*The fully-automatic convertible top combines the benefits of effective pro-tection against the elements with sim-ple

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45Opening and closing1 To close2 To openTo avoid placing unnecessary loads on the battery, you should avoid operating the top when the engine is switc

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46panel has been raised and the top cannot be moved.The side windows move down slightly whenever the button for operating the convertible top is press

Page 133 - Tire code

471. Remove the insert between the rear seats. Take the trim off of the guide rod and flip it forward 2. Press down hard on the emergency lock 1 – see

Page 134 - Tire condition

48Please consult your BMW center to have the defect corrected.<Position for cleaningTo be able to access the convertible top compartment, lean the

Page 135 - Run Flat tires*

492. Flip out both sides and lock into place. It is essential for the two com-ponents marked in the illustration to mesh at this point3. Hold the wind

Page 136 - New wheels and tires

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&

Page 137 - Snow chains*

50To adjustSafe seating positionFor driving that is relaxed and less likely to cause fatigue, you should select a sitting position that reflects your

Page 138 - To close

51SeatsWhen adjusting your seat, always observe the following precautionsNever try to adjust your seat while operating the vehicle. The seat could res

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52Lumbar support*To adjustYou can adjust the backrest's contour to support the lordosis of the spine, i.e. the curvature of its lumbar section.Th

Page 140 - Engine compartment essentials

53Rear head restraintsTo avoid possible violation of traf-fic laws, never retract the head restraints unless the rear seats are empty. Always ensure t

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54You can lock a backrest that has been tilted forward. This makes sense when, for instance, someone is climbing into the rear on an incline. To do th

Page 142 - Engine oil

55If the safety belt system has been subjected to the stresses involved in an accident or otherwise damaged: have the entire safety belt mechanism rep

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56Before activating the programmed adjustment feature, ensure that the footwell behind the driver's seat is empty and unobstructed. If you fail t

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57Seat heating*The seat cushion and backrest can be heated with the ignition key in position 2.You can select different heating modes by repeatedly pr

Page 145 - Brake fluid

58Interior rearview mirrorTo reduce glare from vehicles behind you when you are driving at night, tilt the mirror by turning the button.Vehicles witho

Page 146 - BMW Maintenance System

59Passenger safety systemsAirbags1 Front airbags on the driver and pas-senger sides2 Side airbags on the driver and pas-senger sides – front and rear*

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6 Notes Parts and accessories Important safety information!For your own safety, use genuine parts and accessories approved by BMW.When you purchase a

Page 148 - OBD interface socket

60At all times, occupants should sit upright and be properly restrained – infants and small children in appropri-ate child-restraint systems; larger c

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61This is the right way a larger child should sit wearing the seat belt when rear side airbags are provided.Indicator lampThe indicator lamp indicates

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62Transporting children safelyTo avoid undesired movement at high speeds, always store the rear safety belts in their retainers when they are not in u

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63It is recommended to cover the child-restraint attaching clip with a soft mate-rial to prevent damage to the stored soft top.Should a hard top be in

Page 152 - Windshield wiper blades

64 Securing child-restraint system All of the rear belt retractors and the front passenger's safety belt can be locked for mounting and securing

Page 153 - Lamps and bulbs

65The anchorage points for the LATCH child-restraint system are located behind the upholstery at the positions indicated by the arrows.Carefully slid

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66Rollover protection systemIn the event of an accident or some other critical driving situation – extreme tilting in the longitudinal or transverse a

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673. Keep pressing down on the protec-tive bar – see arrow 1 – from on top until you hear it click into place4. Put the cover panel back in place and

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68Vehicle Memory, Key MemoryHow the system functionsNo doubt you have reflected at one time or another on how great it would be if you could permanent

Page 157 - Changing a wheel

69DrivingIgnition lockIgnition key positions0 Steering locked1 Steering unlocked2 Ignition on3 Start engineSteering lockedThe key can only be inserted

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7 Notes Reporting safety defects The following only applies to vehicles owned and operated in the US.If you believe that your vehicle has a defect wh

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70If the engine does not start on the first attempt – if it is very hot or cold, for instance:> Press the accelerator pedal halfway down while enga

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71Switching off the engineYou should never remove the igni-tion key when the vehicle is in motion, as the steering lock could engage.When you leave th

Page 161 - Power loss

72If exceptional circumstances make it necessary to engage the parking brake while the vehicle is in motion, do not pull it with excessive pressure. K

Page 162 - Receiving assistance

73Sequential manual gearbox SMG*The conceptThe sequential manual gearbox SMG is an automated manual gearbox with which clutching and shifting is assum

Page 163 - Jump-starting

74R ReverseSelect only when the vehicle is station-ary.N NeutralAlways engage before starting the engine, refer to Starting the engine on page 70.Sequ

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75instance, downshifts that would result in excessive engine speed can-not be executed> When you brake the car to a stop, the transmission automati

Page 165 - Towing methods

76Sport programYou can choose between two driving programs: smoothly dynamic or Sport. With the sport program, gearshifts are faster in sequential mod

Page 166 - Tow-starting

77Automatic transmission with Steptronic*In addition to the fully automatic opera-tion, you can also shift gears manually with Steptronic, refer to pa

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78KickdownYou can achieve maximum road perfor-mance using kickdown.Depress the accelerator pedal past the increased resistance point at the full-throt

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79Available displaysP R N D SD M1 M2 M3 M4 M5Electronic transmission control moduleIf the indicator lamp comes on, there is a malfunction in the trans

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Contents Notes About this Owner's Manual 4Additional sources of information 4Symbols used 4Your individual vehicle 5Status at time of printing 5

Page 170 - Engine data

80Turn signal indicator/Headlamp flasher1 High beams2 Headlamp flasher3 Turn signal indicatorsTo signal brieflyPress the lever up to the detent but no

Page 171 - Dimensions

81Washer/wiper system/Rain sensor*0 Wipers retracted1 Intermittent mode or rain sensor2 Normal wipe3 Fast wipe4 Brief wipe5 Rotary dial for control of

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820 Wipers retracted1 Clean windshield and headlampsCleaning windshield and headlamps*Do not use the washers if there is any danger that the fluid wil

Page 173 - Capacities

83The speed stored in memory is deleted.To store and maintain speed or to acceleratePress button + briefly:The system maintains and stores the current

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84Everything under controlOdometer1 Odometer2 Trip odometerOdometerYou can activate the displays shown in the illustration with the ignition key in po

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85Fuel gaugeOnce the indicator lamp stays on con-tinuously, there are still approx. 2.1 gal-lons/8 liters of fuel in the fuel tank.Fuel tank capacity

Page 176 - Everything from A to Z

86Service interval displayRemaining distance to next serviceThe displays shown in the illustration appear for a few seconds when the ignition key is i

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87ClockIf you wish to have a permanent time display, you can make this setting in the radio display, refer to the Owner's Man-ual for Radio.You c

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88ComputerMode selectionWith the ignition key in position 1 or higher, you can use the onboard com-puter button BC in the turn signal lever to retriev

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89After 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 te

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Contents 9 Passenger safety systems: Airbags 59Transporting children safely 62Rollover protection system 66Vehicle Memory, Key Memory 68 Driving: Ign

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90Technology for safety and driving conveniencePark Distance Control (PDC)*The conceptPDC assists you when you back into a parking space. Acoustic sig

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91Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)The conceptDSC supports vehicle stability, even in critical driving situations.DSC is operational every time you star

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92Under these special circumstances traction is increased by deactivating the control systems that enhance traction under normal conditions.Deactivati

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93System limitationsThe Flat Tire Monitor cannot pro-vide you with advance warning of sudden and severe tire damage caused by external factors and doe

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94Because the sides of Run Flat tires are reinforced, a drop in infla-tion pressure usually cannot be detected from the outside, refer to Run Flat tir

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95LampsParking lamps/Low beamsParking lampsThe front, rear and side vehicle lighting is switched on. You can use the parking lamps to signal the posit

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96Adaptive headlights*The conceptAdaptive headlights is a variable head-lamp control system for dynamically illuminating the road. Depending on the st

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97High beams/Standing lamps1 High beams2 Headlamp flasher3 Standing lampsStanding lamps, left or rightAs an additional feature, you can illumi-nate yo

Page 189 - Refueling

98Interior lampsThe interior lamps operate automati-cally.To switch the interior lamps on and off manuallyPress button 1 briefly:If you want the inter

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