BMW 128i Convertible Technical Information

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Info Display screens in the instrumentcluster1. Push button 1 on the turn indicator lever upor down repeatedly until the appropriatesymbol appears in

Possible displays (1 and 3 Series only)1. Button for selecting functions2. Service requirements3. Engine oil4. State required safety inspection* (1 Se

Possible displays (Z4 only)1. Button for selecting functions2. Service requirements3. Engine oil4. State required safety inspection*/Roadworthiness te

Control Display screen contents(vehicles with iDrive)The current Status of Service items determinedby the CBS are shown in the Control Display.You can

SymbolsNo service is currently required.The deadline for service or a stateinspection is approaching. Please contactyour BMW center for an appointment

The following maintenance services must beperformed at the mileage/time stated (timeintervals begin from the vehicle’s productiondate):䉯 Brake Fluid S

Maintenance Service SummaryThe Condition Based Service (CBS) system willdetermine the requirement for performing themaintenance services described on

䉯 Convertible: Open the convertible top orretractable hardtop. Activate automaticrollover protection system via OBD diagnosticlink.䉯 Rear-view mirrors

Battery CareIf your car is driven only for short distances ofless than 10 miles over a prolonged period oftime, without an occasional drive at highway

The BMW Roadside Assistance Program is not awarranty and does not affect your rights underthe New Vehicle Limited Warranty.Services provided by a thir

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Personal Trip Routing. Leave the planning tous. Simply give one of our Roadside Assistanceservice representatives a call, and we will provideyou with

Trip Interruption BenefitsTrip interruption benefits are provided formechanical breakdowns as follows:䉯 Breakdowns that are warranty related, and;䉯 Mu

䉯 Vehicle delivery date䉯 Vehicle mileage䉯 Selling BMW center’s name䉯 Servicing BMW center’s name䉯 Description of the problemA BMW NA Customer Relation

correct the defect; (ii) the manufacturer oryour dealer has attempted, at least once, tocorrect the defect if the defect is one whichcan cause death o

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current mileage, the approximate date andmileage at the time any problem(s) were firstbrought to the attention of BMW NA or one ofour dealers, and a s

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Overview of BMW Limited WarrantiesYour vehicle has been specifically adapted and designed to meet the particular operatingconditions and homologation

New Vehicle Limited Warranty —2012 Models (Valid Only in theU.S.A. and Puerto Rico)WarrantorBMW of North America, LLC (BMW NA) warrants2012 U.S.-speci

Driving over rough or damaged road surfaces,as well as debris, curbs and other obstaclescan cause serious damage to wheels, tiresand suspension parts.

Table of ContentsPage2012 1, 3, 5, 6 Series and Z4 Models covered in this Booklet . ... 1Introduction [for SULEV (PZEV) only] . . . ...

This warranty does not apply to damagecaused by negligence, improper accidentdamage repairs, or improper use.BMW NA will not accept any liability for

The use of replacement parts, which are not ofequivalent quality, may impair the effectivenessof the emission control system. If other thancertified B

Federal Emissions PerformanceWarranty (Valid Only in the U.S.A.and Puerto Rico)In those states and jurisdictions that haveestablished periodic vehicle

The following systems are covered by theFederal Emission Performance Warranty for aperiod of 2-years or 24,000 miles, whicheveroccurs first. The speci

California Emission ControlWarranty Statement* YourWarranty Rights and ObligationsThe California Air Resources Board and BMW ofNorth America, LLC (BMW

California Emission ControlSystem Limited Warranty*This warranty applies to California certifiedvehicles distributed by BMW of North America,LLC (BMW

Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Oregon,Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont orWashington. This warranty also applies toSULEV (PZEV) models registe

GeneralThe warranty gives you specific legal rights, andyou may also have other rights which vary fromstate to state.THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIEDWARRAN

California Emission Warranty Parts List (7 years or 70,000 miles)The following components are covered for defects by the California Emission Control S

Models: 135i 335i 335ixDrive335is 128iSULEV(PZEV)OR, PA &WA only328i328ixDriveSULEV(PZEV)OR, PA &WA onlyCoverage: 7 Years70,000miles7 Years70,

Services ... 14Dispatch Service ...14On-Site Assistanc

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Models: 528i528ixDrive535i535ixDrive535iGT*535ixDriveGT*550i550ixDrive550iGT*550ixDriveGT*640i 650i650ixDriveZ4sDrive28iZ4sDrive35iZ4sDrive35isCoverag

California Emission Warranty Parts List (8 years or 100,000 miles)The following components are covered for defects by the California Emission Control

NoticeThe “National Traffic and Motor Vehicle SafetyAct of 1966” requires manufacturers to be in aposition to contact vehicle owners when acorrection

Overview of BMW Limited Warranties for SULEV (PZEV) ModelsYour vehicle has been specifically adapted and designed to meet the particular operatingcond

California Emission ControlWarranty Statement SULEV(PZEV)* Your Warranty Rights andObligationsThe California Air Resources Board and BMW ofNorth Ameri

California Emission ControlSystem Limited Warranty SULEV(PZEV)*This warranty applies to California certifiedvehicles distributed by BMW of North Ameri

However, the cost of such service or parts will notbe covered under this warranty, except inemergency situations. In an emergency situation,where an a

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Correcting, Updating or Changing Vehicle-Related or Ownership Information . . . . . 38Tire Warranty Statement ...

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Information Change CardPlease print new owner or update your customer informationFor immediate updates please contact the BMW Customer Relations Cente

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2012 1, 3, 5, 6 Series and Z4 Models covered in this Booklet128i Coupe, 128i Convertible, 135i Coupe, 135i Convertible328i Coupe, 328i Convertible, 32

2012 1, 3, 5, 6 Series and Z4 vehicles purchasedfrom any authorized BMW center in the UnitedStates or Puerto Rico are covered by the BMWMaintenance Pr

driven for 50,000 miles for long distances at lowengine speeds primarily at operatingtemperature.The advanced technologies at BMW have led tothe devel