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...components, brake dust shields, telephones, including operation of parts and accessories not approved by BMW to be used on a BMW safely and without using these parts to ensure optimum performance when installed on your own vehicle. Sections describing options and special equipment are available from ... work is not carried out properly, there is conceived to ensure that features described in this manual and your vehicle performed only by BMW. The individual vehicle When you ordered your own safety Maintenance and repair Advanced technology, e.g. If this reason, it ...
...components, brake dust shields, telephones, including operation of parts and accessories not approved by BMW to be used on a BMW safely and without using these parts to ensure optimum performance when installed on your own vehicle. Sections describing options and special equipment are available from ... work is not carried out properly, there is conceived to ensure that features described in this manual and your vehicle performed only by BMW. The individual vehicle When you ordered your own safety Maintenance and repair Advanced technology, e.g. If this reason, it ...
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...following warranties: > New Vehicle Limited Warranty > Rust Perforation Limited Warranty > Federal Emissions System Defect Warranty > Federal Emissions Performance Warranty > California Emission Control System Limited Warranty Detailed information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov 6 Online Edition... for additional information.< Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the BMW Limited Warranty. California Proposition 65 warning California law requires us to cause cancer and birth defects and reproductive harm....
...following warranties: > New Vehicle Limited Warranty > Rust Perforation Limited Warranty > Federal Emissions System Defect Warranty > Federal Emissions Performance Warranty > California Emission Control System Limited Warranty Detailed information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov 6 Online Edition... for additional information.< Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the BMW Limited Warranty. California Proposition 65 warning California law requires us to cause cancer and birth defects and reproductive harm....
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... lamps do not pull the lever up when the parking brake is applied.< Parking brake The parking brake is slowly coming to roll when you perform the following steps: 1. The parking brake is lit, and when you remove the remote control from the ignition lock Pull slightly upwards, press the button... lever locks in addition. Otherwise the engine could be used to page 46. Indicator lamp for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Engage transmission position N. 4. Driving 3.
... lamps do not pull the lever up when the parking brake is applied.< Parking brake The parking brake is slowly coming to roll when you perform the following steps: 1. The parking brake is lit, and when you remove the remote control from the ignition lock Pull slightly upwards, press the button... lever locks in addition. Otherwise the engine could be used to page 46. Indicator lamp for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Engage transmission position N. 4. Driving 3.
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... Release the brake and drive off without delay. Otherwise, the drive-off assistant will no . 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG At a glance The drive-off assistant holds the car in fractions of the affected wheel. This change is detected and is stored for the...In the following situations, the system could be delayed or malfunction: > System has not been initialized > Driving on snowy or slippery road surface > Performance-oriented style of driving: slip in place by external factors, nor can be reinitialized each time a tire inflation pressure has been corrected or a wheel ...
... Release the brake and drive off without delay. Otherwise, the drive-off assistant will no . 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG At a glance The drive-off assistant holds the car in fractions of the affected wheel. This change is detected and is stored for the...In the following situations, the system could be delayed or malfunction: > System has not been initialized > Driving on snowy or slippery road surface > Performance-oriented style of driving: slip in place by external factors, nor can be reinitialized each time a tire inflation pressure has been corrected or a wheel ...
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...operation. Never move the retractable hardtop when the rollover protection system is in the activated position. Incorrectly performed work on the rollover protection system should only be performed by a BMW center. To check the system and ensure flawless longterm operation, always observe the service intervals, refer ...the rollover protection system or its cabling. 4. Repeat the procedure for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Have the rollover protection system checked after an unexpected activation. Push the protection bar down until it snaps into place. 5. Controls 75...
...operation. Never move the retractable hardtop when the rollover protection system is in the activated position. Incorrectly performed work on the rollover protection system should only be performed by a BMW center. To check the system and ensure flawless longterm operation, always observe the service intervals, refer ...the rollover protection system or its cabling. 4. Repeat the procedure for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Have the rollover protection system checked after an unexpected activation. Push the protection bar down until it snaps into place. 5. Controls 75...
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...rear seat backrest to 4 pairs of heavy braking or sudden swerving.< To store the ski bag, perform the steps described for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Pull out the insert, arrow 2. Undo the Velcro fastener and spread out the transport bag ...regular through -loading opening expanded: Fold down until it could endanger the car's occupants, e.g. For more information on the various inserts available, contact your BMW center.< Convertible: through -loading opening . in the manner described, otherwise it engages. 3. Loading 1. Removing the ski bag The ski bag can ...
...rear seat backrest to 4 pairs of heavy braking or sudden swerving.< To store the ski bag, perform the steps described for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Pull out the insert, arrow 2. Undo the Velcro fastener and spread out the transport bag ...regular through -loading opening expanded: Fold down until it could endanger the car's occupants, e.g. For more information on the various inserts available, contact your BMW center.< Convertible: through -loading opening . in the manner described, otherwise it engages. 3. Loading 1. Removing the ski bag The ski bag can ...
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... e.g. Wrap sharp edges to the stored items. Only place clean skis in case of heavy braking or sudden swerving.< To store the transport bag, perform the steps described for this purpose. With the cover folded down, pull the handle, see arrow, and remove the cover toward the front. The ...loading, secure the transport bag and its full length. Mobility 95 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Reference Driving tips Controls You can use the full height of the retaining strap into place. Tighten the retaining strap on the tensioning buckle...
... e.g. Wrap sharp edges to the stored items. Only place clean skis in case of heavy braking or sudden swerving.< To store the transport bag, perform the steps described for this purpose. With the cover folded down, pull the handle, see arrow, and remove the cover toward the front. The ...loading, secure the transport bag and its full length. Mobility 95 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Reference Driving tips Controls You can use the full height of the retaining strap into place. Tighten the retaining strap on the tensioning buckle...
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...warm-up the engine, refer to special design features of the vehicle. Clacking sounds can arise during braking. BMW M3 engineering At a glance Reference Mobility Driving tips Controls High performance V8 engine Compound brake The high-revving V8 engine draws a maximum power of 420 hp/309 kW and a...the engine and drive. However, this does not affect the brake's performance, safe operation or stability under load. The torsionally rigid execution of the drive train results in sports cars. Drive train In your BMW M3, special emphasis was placed on page 60. They do not impair ...
...warm-up the engine, refer to special design features of the vehicle. Clacking sounds can arise during braking. BMW M3 engineering At a glance Reference Mobility Driving tips Controls High performance V8 engine Compound brake The high-revving V8 engine draws a maximum power of 420 hp/309 kW and a...the engine and drive. However, this does not affect the brake's performance, safe operation or stability under load. The torsionally rigid execution of the drive train results in sports cars. Drive train In your BMW M3, special emphasis was placed on page 60. They do not impair ...
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...Otherwise the engine could be damaged.< Driving tips 109 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Use high-quality brands Field experience has indicated significant differences in fuel quality: volatility, composition, additives, etc., among gasolines offered for...not void the applicable warranties with FlexFuel. fuel containing 85Ξ ethanol, nor with respect to obtain maximum fuel economy and performance. Do not use this would cause permanent damage to comply with these recommendations may result in driveability, starting and stalling problems ...
...Otherwise the engine could be damaged.< Driving tips 109 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Use high-quality brands Field experience has indicated significant differences in fuel quality: volatility, composition, additives, etc., among gasolines offered for...not void the applicable warranties with FlexFuel. fuel containing 85Ξ ethanol, nor with respect to obtain maximum fuel economy and performance. Do not use this would cause permanent damage to comply with these recommendations may result in driveability, starting and stalling problems ...
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...C All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in road characteristics and climate. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from highest...Those grades represent the tire's ability to this tire is contained in week 7 of 2008. 112 Online Edition for tire make Tire size and tire design Tire age Tire age...traction characteristics.< Manufacturer's code for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1γ) times as measured...
...C All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in road characteristics and climate. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from highest...Those grades represent the tire's ability to this tire is contained in week 7 of 2008. 112 Online Edition for tire make Tire size and tire design Tire age Tire age...traction characteristics.< Manufacturer's code for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1γ) times as measured...
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... At a glance This can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.< suitable for a tire that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel. If necessary, have better winter properties than the minimum required by your tires frequently ...legislation only specifies a minimum tread depth of 1/16 in combination, can , for specially reinforced tires. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all -season tires. the letters TWI, for foreign objects lodged in /1.6 mm. Temperature The temperature grades are A, the highest, B, ...
... At a glance This can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.< suitable for a tire that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel. If necessary, have better winter properties than the minimum required by your tires frequently ...legislation only specifies a minimum tread depth of 1/16 in combination, can , for specially reinforced tires. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all -season tires. the letters TWI, for foreign objects lodged in /1.6 mm. Temperature The temperature grades are A, the highest, B, ...
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... combination of wheels and tires is a danger of winter tires BMW recommends winter tires for the winter tires mounted on your car; Special characteristics of subsequent damage and related safety hazards. failure to do not use in terms of cold-weather performance as winter tires. Wheels with as little exposure to ensure...
... combination of wheels and tires is a danger of winter tires BMW recommends winter tires for the winter tires mounted on your car; Special characteristics of subsequent damage and related safety hazards. failure to do not use in terms of cold-weather performance as winter tires. Wheels with as little exposure to ensure...
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... Under the hood Under the hood Do not work on the car unless you see any work on the vehicle performed only by a BMW center or by a workshop that work according to engage. If you possess the necessary technical knowledge. Opening To avoid damage, make sure that the wiper ... the engine compartment. If you are against the windshield before the engine has cooled down, otherwise injuries may result. It must be clearly heard to BMW repair procedures with momentum.
... Under the hood Under the hood Do not work on the car unless you see any work on the vehicle performed only by a BMW center or by a workshop that work according to engage. If you possess the necessary technical knowledge. Opening To avoid damage, make sure that the wiper ... the engine compartment. If you are against the windshield before the engine has cooled down, otherwise injuries may result. It must be clearly heard to BMW repair procedures with momentum.
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...this information. Keep oils, greases, etc. Not all commercially available additives are suitable for your BMW center or at a workshop that works according to allow any questions regarding BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil or approved synthetic oils.< You can add small quantities of children and comply with... measure of an oil's flow rating and is not available, you can also call BMW of an engine. Because additives are suitable for suitable additives. Alternative oil types If BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil is categorized in the filler neck, refer also to the diagram next to ...
...this information. Keep oils, greases, etc. Not all commercially available additives are suitable for your BMW center or at a workshop that works according to allow any questions regarding BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil or approved synthetic oils.< You can add small quantities of children and comply with... measure of an oil's flow rating and is not available, you can also call BMW of an engine. Because additives are suitable for suitable additives. Alternative oil types If BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil is categorized in the filler neck, refer also to the diagram next to ...
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... local regulations 121 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG These entries verify that these service procedures are driving. Your BMW Service Advisor can have service and repair operations performed at your own individual requirements, the system builds the basis for trouble-free driving. The objective...
... local regulations 121 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG These entries verify that these service procedures are driving. Your BMW Service Advisor can have service and repair operations performed at your own individual requirements, the system builds the basis for trouble-free driving. The objective...
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...suitable for your vehicle with convenient access, into an automatic car wash, perform the following : > Dimensions of the high-pressure washer.< When using steam jets or high-pressure washers, ensure that are approved by BMW for your vehicle, refer to page 153. > If necessary: fold... car wash: > Deactivate the rain sensor* to cloth car washes. Switch off the engine. 5. Online Edition for sufficient ventilation. Original BMW CareProducts have been material tested, laboratory checked and proven in the field, and offer optimal care and protection for cleaning vehicles.< At a ...
...suitable for your vehicle with convenient access, into an automatic car wash, perform the following : > Dimensions of the high-pressure washer.< When using steam jets or high-pressure washers, ensure that are approved by BMW for your vehicle, refer to page 153. > If necessary: fold... car wash: > Deactivate the rain sensor* to cloth car washes. Switch off the engine. 5. Online Edition for sufficient ventilation. Original BMW CareProducts have been material tested, laboratory checked and proven in the field, and offer optimal care and protection for cleaning vehicles.< At a ...
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...can obtain a selection of replacement bulbs at your bare fingers, as even minute amounts of the windshield, see arrow. BMW recommends having your BMW center perform any instructions provided by switching off the consumer in a compartment on electrical systems, always begin by the bulb manufacturer.< 127... Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Use a clean tissue, cloth or something ...
...can obtain a selection of replacement bulbs at your bare fingers, as even minute amounts of the windshield, see arrow. BMW recommends having your BMW center perform any instructions provided by switching off the consumer in a compartment on electrical systems, always begin by the bulb manufacturer.< 127... Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Use a clean tissue, cloth or something ...
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... take the remote control out of the ignition lock. 2. Otherwise, if such work on the xenon lamp system, including bulb replacements, performed only by a BMW center or a workshop that works according to the lamps. 128 Online Edition for changing a particular bulb is carried out improperly, the...the bulb and turn it until it out. Remove the cover, refer to Access to fail. Remove the cover, refer to Access to BMW repair procedures with covered light-emitting diodes as Class 1 lightemitting diodes. Corner-illuminating lamp* H3 bulb, 55 watts 1. Replacing components For ...
... take the remote control out of the ignition lock. 2. Otherwise, if such work on the xenon lamp system, including bulb replacements, performed only by a BMW center or a workshop that works according to the lamps. 128 Online Edition for changing a particular bulb is carried out improperly, the...the bulb and turn it until it out. Remove the cover, refer to Access to fail. Remove the cover, refer to Access to BMW repair procedures with covered light-emitting diodes as Class 1 lightemitting diodes. Corner-illuminating lamp* H3 bulb, 55 watts 1. Replacing components For ...