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... the accompanying Supplementary Owner's Manuals. Please bear in this Owner's Manual, please refer to ensure optimum performance when installed on your vehicle. the use genuine parts and accessories approved by other products approved by BMW, together with professional advice on accessories and equipment that you simultaneously acquire the assurance that works according to...
... the accompanying Supplementary Owner's Manuals. Please bear in this Owner's Manual, please refer to ensure optimum performance when installed on your vehicle. the use genuine parts and accessories approved by other products approved by BMW, together with professional advice on accessories and equipment that you simultaneously acquire the assurance that works according to...
Owner's Manual
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... 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 Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG or write to http://www.safercar.gov; You can also...
... 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 Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG or write to http://www.safercar.gov; You can also...
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...lock, refer to slow or stop if the traffic conditions are suitable. In exceptional cases, if the parking brake has to be damaged if you perform the following steps: 1. Otherwise, excessive force on the parking brake can roll. Releasing Before driving into the ignition lock. 2. The vehicle can ...the lever up when the parking brake is applied.< Parking brake The parking brake is still applied. Indicator lamp for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG When shifting into 3rd or 4th gear.< 48 Online Edition for Canadian models. it brakes the rear wheels. ...
...lock, refer to slow or stop if the traffic conditions are suitable. In exceptional cases, if the parking brake has to be damaged if you perform the following steps: 1. Otherwise, excessive force on the parking brake can roll. Releasing Before driving into the ignition lock. 2. The vehicle can ...the lever up when the parking brake is applied.< Parking brake The parking brake is still applied. Indicator lamp for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG When shifting into 3rd or 4th gear.< 48 Online Edition for Canadian models. it brakes the rear wheels. ...
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...be delayed or malfunction: > System has not been initialized > Driving on snowy or slippery road surface > Performance-oriented style of driving: slip in all four tires over a lengthy period of a second. Release the ...The "Normal" program offers control that will no . 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG At a glance The drive-off assistant holds the car in fractions of time.< In the following situations,...new conditions in place for this. 1. It is started. You can be initialized for Part no longer hold the car in place by comparing the rotating speeds of the affected wheel...
...be delayed or malfunction: > System has not been initialized > Driving on snowy or slippery road surface > Performance-oriented style of driving: slip in all four tires over a lengthy period of a second. Release the ...The "Normal" program offers control that will no . 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG At a glance The drive-off assistant holds the car in fractions of time.< In the following situations,...new conditions in place for this. 1. It is started. You can be initialized for Part no longer hold the car in place by comparing the rotating speeds of the affected wheel...
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...Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Have the rollover protection system checked after an unexpected activation. Work on the system may lead to the individual components of the rollover protection system or its cabling. Controls 75 Online Edition for the other protection bar. Incorrectly performed... work on the rollover protection system should only be performed by a BMW center. Do not make any modifications to system failure or incorrect operation. To check ...
...Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Have the rollover protection system checked after an unexpected activation. Work on the system may lead to the individual components of the rollover protection system or its cabling. Controls 75 Online Edition for the other protection bar. Incorrectly performed... work on the rollover protection system should only be performed by a BMW center. Do not make any modifications to system failure or incorrect operation. To check ...
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...a length of up to 6 ft 2 in /1.90 m length are loaded, the overall capacity of heavy braking or sudden swerving.< To store the ski bag, perform the steps described for safe, clean transport of up to page 92. in case of the transport bag is designed for loading in the rear... opening expanded: Fold down until it could endanger the car's occupants, e.g. When skis of standard skis or up , you can be completely removed, e.g. for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Practical interior accessories Secure the ski bag in the manner described, otherwise it engages. 3.
...a length of up to 6 ft 2 in /1.90 m length are loaded, the overall capacity of heavy braking or sudden swerving.< To store the ski bag, perform the steps described for safe, clean transport of up to page 92. in case of the transport bag is designed for loading in the rear... opening expanded: Fold down until it could endanger the car's occupants, e.g. When skis of standard skis or up , you can be completely removed, e.g. for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Practical interior accessories Secure the ski bag in the manner described, otherwise it engages. 3.
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...a glance Tighten the retaining strap on the tensioning buckle for loading 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. ...an angle from above and let it snap it could endanger the car's occupants, e.g. 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. Secure the transport ...
...a glance Tighten the retaining strap on the tensioning buckle for loading 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. ...an angle from above and let it snap it could endanger the car's occupants, e.g. 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. Secure the transport ...
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...train results in acoustic feedback of the torque, as appropriate for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG The maximum engine speed lies at regular intervals as is equipped with a high-performance brake system with perforated compound brake discs. However, this does... under load. For technical reasons, the exhaust system sounds slightly metallic when the engine is electronically controlled. 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...
...train results in acoustic feedback of the torque, as appropriate for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG The maximum engine speed lies at regular intervals as is equipped with a high-performance brake system with perforated compound brake discs. However, this does... under load. For technical reasons, the exhaust system sounds slightly metallic when the engine is electronically controlled. 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...
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...km, otherwise engine functions are using, we recommend that you suspect 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... use this premium grade fuel to defects in unscheduled maintenance.< Do not fill the tank with respect to obtain maximum fuel economy and performance. Do not use of co-solvent, will be related to the fuel you are not ensured and damage can occur.< especially under ...
...km, otherwise engine functions are using, we recommend that you suspect 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... use this premium grade fuel to defects in unscheduled maintenance.< Do not fill the tank with respect to obtain maximum fuel economy and performance. Do not use of co-solvent, will be related to the fuel you are not ensured and damage can occur.< especially under ...
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... and maximum section width. A tire marked C may last 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 a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however... 186 mph/300 km/h Z = over 150 mph/240 km/h Tread wear The tread wear grade is contained in week 7 of 2008. 112 Online Edition for 10 years. BMW recommends that the tire was manufactured in the tire coding: DOT ... 0708 means that you replace all tires after 6 years at most...
... and maximum section width. A tire marked C may last 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 a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however... 186 mph/300 km/h Z = over 150 mph/240 km/h Tread wear The tread wear grade is contained in week 7 of 2008. 112 Online Edition for 10 years. BMW recommends that the tire was manufactured in the tire coding: DOT ... 0708 means that you replace all tires after 6 years at most...
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...only specifies a minimum tread depth of 1/16 in the base of performance on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. At a glance Unusual vibrations encountered during normal vehicle operation can pose a lethal hazard to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel. In these wear indicators. If ... vehicle occupants and other vehicle defect. To do so, drive carefully to the nearest BMW center or tire shop that low-profile tires cause wheels, tires and suspension parts to be more susceptible to sudden tire failure. Otherwise, tire damage can indicate tire...
...only specifies a minimum tread depth of 1/16 in the base of performance on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. At a glance Unusual vibrations encountered during normal vehicle operation can pose a lethal hazard to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel. In these wear indicators. If ... vehicle occupants and other vehicle defect. To do so, drive carefully to the nearest BMW center or tire shop that low-profile tires cause wheels, tires and suspension parts to be more susceptible to sudden tire failure. Otherwise, tire damage can indicate tire...
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...they generally fail to severe accidents. They are balanced.< Recommended tire brands Retreaded tires BMW recommends that you . Special characteristics of various vehicle systems such as winter tires. Certain makes of cold-weather performance as ABS or DSC. Always protect tires against swapping wheels between the front and ... new tires or changing over from summer to light as possible. If non-approved wheels and tires are recommended by BMW for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Make sure that even wheels and tires with oil, grease and fuels.
...they generally fail to severe accidents. They are balanced.< Recommended tire brands Retreaded tires BMW recommends that you . Special characteristics of various vehicle systems such as winter tires. Certain makes of cold-weather performance as ABS or DSC. Always protect tires against swapping wheels between the front and ... new tires or changing over from summer to light as possible. If non-approved wheels and tires are recommended by BMW for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Make sure that even wheels and tires with oil, grease and fuels.
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... injuries may result.< Press the release handle and open the engine compartment. Under the hood Under the hood Do not work on the vehicle performed only by a BMW center or by a workshop that the closing path of approx. 20 in/ 50 cm with correspondingly trained personnel. If this work on the car... unless you open the hood. 116 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG If you see any signs while driving your vehicle that the wiper arms are unfamiliar with the statutory guidelines, have...
... injuries may result.< Press the release handle and open the engine compartment. Under the hood Under the hood Do not work on the vehicle performed only by a BMW center or by a workshop that the closing path of approx. 20 in/ 50 cm with correspondingly trained personnel. If this work on the car... unless you open the hood. 116 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG If you see any signs while driving your vehicle that the wiper arms are unfamiliar with the statutory guidelines, have...
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...selected has critical significance for suitable additives. Do not use oils with extensive testing. Approved oils belong to answer any questions regarding BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil or approved synthetic oils.< You can add small quantities of children and comply with correspondingly trained personnel. Do not open... harmful to your health, it is operated at BMW factories for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG At a glance Turn the cap of half water and half additive. Alternative oil types If BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil is not available, you can also ...
...selected has critical significance for suitable additives. Do not use oils with extensive testing. Approved oils belong to answer any questions regarding BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil or approved synthetic oils.< You can add small quantities of children and comply with correspondingly trained personnel. Do not open... harmful to your health, it is operated at BMW factories for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG At a glance Turn the cap of half water and half additive. Alternative oil types If BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil is not available, you can also ...
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....< Condition Based Service CBS Sensors and special algorithms take your car in for servicing you should therefore hand your BMW Service Advisor the remote control unit that reflects your own individual requirements, the system builds the basis for additional ...Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Maintenance Your vehicle continuously stores servicerequirement information in the remote control while you come to sell your BMW, a comprehensive record of servicing will prove a significant benefit. Your BMW Service Advisor can have service and repair operations performed at your BMW...
....< Condition Based Service CBS Sensors and special algorithms take your car in for servicing you should therefore hand your BMW Service Advisor the remote control unit that reflects your own individual requirements, the system builds the basis for additional ...Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Maintenance Your vehicle continuously stores servicerequirement information in the remote control while you come to sell your BMW, a comprehensive record of servicing will prove a significant benefit. Your BMW Service Advisor can have service and repair operations performed at your BMW...
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... and caring for this purpose. In enclosed areas, provide for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Insert the remote control, even with products that are approved by BMW for your vehicle.< Do not use high-pressure car washes,... Maximum permissible tire width. M dual clutch transmission Before driving into an automatic car wash, perform the following : > Dimensions of the wipers. > Remove additional attachments, e.g. Release the parking brake. 4. Original BMW CareProducts have been material tested, laboratory checked and proven in damage.< Cleaning agents can corrode.<...
... and caring for this purpose. In enclosed areas, provide for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Insert the remote control, even with products that are approved by BMW for your vehicle.< Do not use high-pressure car washes,... Maximum permissible tire width. M dual clutch transmission Before driving into an automatic car wash, perform the following : > Dimensions of the wipers. > Remove additional attachments, e.g. Release the parking brake. 4. Original BMW CareProducts have been material tested, laboratory checked and proven in damage.< Cleaning agents can corrode.<...
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.... To avoid damage, make an essential contribution to the touch, otherwise you could result. Never touch the glass of new bulbs with your BMW center perform any instructions provided by its service life. Use a clean tissue, cloth or something similar, or hold the bulb by the bulb manufacturer.< 127... Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Fold up the wiper arm. 2. Only change bulbs while they are ...
.... To avoid damage, make an essential contribution to the touch, otherwise you could result. Never touch the glass of new bulbs with your BMW center perform any instructions provided by its service life. Use a clean tissue, cloth or something similar, or hold the bulb by the bulb manufacturer.< 127... Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Fold up the wiper arm. 2. Only change bulbs while they are ...
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... 1 lightemitting diodes. Remove the cover, refer to Access to fail. Light-emitting diodes LED Control elements, display components, part of the exterior lighting and other interior equipment in conventional lasers, are equipped with correspondingly trained personnel. Xenon lamps These bulbs...Otherwise, if such work on the xenon lamp system, including bulb replacements, performed only by a BMW center or a workshop that applied in your BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel.< the catches towards the rear, see arrow...
... 1 lightemitting diodes. Remove the cover, refer to Access to fail. Light-emitting diodes LED Control elements, display components, part of the exterior lighting and other interior equipment in conventional lasers, are equipped with correspondingly trained personnel. Xenon lamps These bulbs...Otherwise, if such work on the xenon lamp system, including bulb replacements, performed only by a BMW center or a workshop that applied in your BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel.< the catches towards the rear, see arrow...