BMW 323Ci (2000 year). Instruction - part 11
138n
139n
Replacement procedures:
Overview
Onboard tool kit
140
Windshield wiper blades
140
Lamps and bulbs 140
Remote control
147
Changing tires
148
Controls and features
Battery
151
Fuses
153
Microfilter
154
In case of electrical
Operation, care
malfunction:
and maintenance
Fuel filler door
155
Sliding/tilt sunroof
155
Assistance, giving and
Owner service procedures
receiving:
Jump-starting
156
Towing the vehicle
157
Advanced technology
Technical data
Index
140n
Onboard tool kit
Windshield wiper blades Lamps and bulbs
The lamps and bulbs make essential
contributions to the safety of your vehi-
cle. Observe the following instructions
during bulb replacement carefully. If
you are not familiar with any of the pro-
cedures, consult your authorized BMW
center.
Do not touch the glass portion of
a new bulb with your bare hands
since even small amounts of impurities
burn in to the surface and reduce the
The onboard tool kit is located in the
1
Rotate the wiper arm completely out
service life of the bulb. Use a clean
luggage compartment lid.
from the windshield
cloth, paper napkin, or a similar mate-
2
Position the wiper blade at an angle
rial, or hold the bulb by its metallic
Loosen the wingnut to open.
and pull the release spring (arrow)
base.<
3
Fold the wiper blade down and un-
hook it toward the windshield
A replacement bulb set is available from
4
Pull the wiper blade past the wiper
your BMW center.
arm toward the top
5
Insert a new wiper blade and apply
Whenever working on the electri-
pressure until you hear it engage.
cal system, switch off the electri-
cal accessory you are working on or
Use only wiper blades approved
disconnect the cable from the negative
by BMW.<
terminal of the battery. Failure to do this
could result in short circuits.
To prevent injuries and damage, comply
with any instructions provided by the
bulb manufacturer.<
Lamps and bulbs
141n
When cleaning the headlamps,
Xenon lamp*
please observe the following:
The service life of these bulbs is very
> Do not clean by wiping with a dry
long and the probability of a failure is
cloth (scratches). Never use abra-
very low, provided that they are not
sives or strong solvents to clean the
switched on and off an unusual number
covers
of times. If one of these bulbs should
> Remove dirt and contamination
nevertheless fail, it is possible to con-
(such as insects) by soaking with
tinue driving with great caution using
BMW Car Shampoo and then rinsing
the fog lamps, provided traffic laws in
with plenty of water
your area do not prohibit this.
> Always use a deicer spray to remove
accumulated ice and snow - never
Because of the extremely high
The illustration shows the left-hand side
use a scraper.<
voltages involved, any work on the
of the engine compartment.
lighting system should be carried out by
qualified personnel only.<
1 Low beams
H7, 55 watt bulb
2 High beams
H7, 55 watt bulb
The H7 bulb is pressurized. There-
fore, wear safety glasses and pro-
tective gloves. Failure to comply with
this precaution could lead to injury if the
bulb is accidentally damaged during re-
placement.<
1 Turn the bulb holder to the left and
remove
2 Remove and replace the bulb.
142nLamps and bulbs
The illustration shows the left-hand side
Front turn signals
4 Insert the 2 pins on the lamp into the
of the engine compartment.
guides on the vehicle
21 watt bulb
5 Push the lamp in. Carefully apply
1 Using a screwdriver, release the inner
Parking lamp
pressure until you hear it engage.
hook through the upper opening
5 watt bulb
2 Pull out the lamp toward the front
1 Turn the bulb holder to the left (arrow)
3 Applying light pressure, turn the bulb
and remove
to the left. Remove and exchange the
2 Remove and replace the bulb.
bulb
Lamps and bulbs
143n
Side turn signals*
Fog lamps
Tail lamps
5 watt bulb
HB4, 55 watt bulb
Tail lamps (4): Bulbs 21/4 watt
Remaining bulbs: 21 watt
1 Use finger pressure against the rear
The bulb is pressurized. There-
end of the lens (arrow) to press it for-
1 Turn signal
yellow
fore, wear safety glasses and pro-
ward for removal
2 Backup lamp
white
tective gloves. Failure to comply with
2 Apply gentle pressure to the bulb
this precaution could lead to injury if the
3 Tail lamp
red
while turning it to the left to remove.
bulb is accidentally damaged during re-
4 Tail lamp/Brake lamp
red
placement.<
Please contact a BMW center in case of
a malfunction.
144nLamps and bulbs
The illustration shows the right-hand
Bulbs in the luggage compartment lid:
2
Rotate the trim downward (arrow 1).
luggage compartment opening.
Release the bulb holder (arrow 2) and
1
Using a screwdriver, loosen the clip
remove it
Bulbs in the fender:
3
Applying light pressure, turn the bulb
All of the bulbs are integrated in a
to the left. Remove and exchange the
central bulb holder.
bulb
1 Release the bulb holder (arrow, par-
4
Press the bulb holder into position
tial view) and remove
until you hear it engage
2 Pull the power supply receptacle off
5
Reinstall the trim with the clip.
and set the bulb holder aside (on the
luggage compartment floor, for in-
stance)
3 Applying light pressure, turn the bulb
to the left. Remove and exchange the
bulb
4 Plug in the power supply receptacle
5 Position the bulb holder for reinstalla-
tion. Apply gentle pressure on the
button (arrow, partial view) until you
hear it engage.
Lamps and bulbs
145n
Center (high-mount) brake lamp
License plate lamps
Interior lamps
LED light bar on the rear window.
5 watt bulb
Front
Please contact a BMW center in the
1 Place a screwdriver in the slot and
Interior lamps (6 watt bulb) with reading
case of a malfunction.
press toward the left (arrow) to re-
lamps (2 x 6 watt bulbs)
lease the lens
1 Using a screwdriver, press the lamp
2 Replace the bulb.
out toward the front
2 Turn the bulb holder to the left and
remove
3 Remove and replace the bulb.
146nLamps and bulbs
Footwell lamps
5 watt bulb
1 Pry the lamp out using a screwdriver
2 Replace the bulb.
Glove compartment lamp
5 watt bulb
1 Pry the lamp out using a screwdriver
2 Replace the bulb.
Luggage compartment lamps
Rear
Lighted make-up mirror
One lamp each in the bulb holder of the
Interior lamp (6 watt bulb) with reading
10 watt bulb
tail lamps: 10 watt bulb.
lamp (6 watt bulb)
1 Remove the bulb housing - use a
1 Apply a screwdriver to the recess and
1 Pry the lamp out using a screwdriver
screwdriver if necessary
remove the lens
2 Turn the bulb holder to the left and
2 Replace the bulb.
2 Replace the bulb.
remove
3 Remove and replace the bulb.
Remote control
147n
If the central locking system fails to re-
Whenever you take receipt of a
spond, you must repeat the initialization
new transmitter, always turn it to
procedure.
position 2 (ignition switched on) in the
ignition lock and then back to the home
If you possess additional transmitters
position, so that the electronic immobil-
for your vehicle (up to a maximum of
iser (see page 33) "accepts" the new
four units), you must now initialize these
key.
as well. Be sure that no more than
Protect the transmitters against unau-
30 seconds is allowed to elapse be-
thorized use, e.g. by handing in only
tween the individual initialization proce-
door and ignition key 3 or the spare key
dures. Repeat steps 3 and 4 for each of
(see page 32) at a hotel reception.<
the transmitters when doing this. The
central locking system will confirm every
New transmitter
initialization procedure as described in
If you place a new transmitter into ser-
step 5.
vice (either a replacement or an addi-
In the event of a system malfunction,
tional transmitter), it must be initialized:
please contact your authorized BMW
1
Enter the vehicle and close the doors
center, who can also provide you with
2
Turn the ignition key briefly (max.
replacement transmitters.
5 seconds) to position 1 in the steer-
ing lock and then turn it back to posi-
tion 0. Remove the key
3
Press button 1 (refer to the illustra-
tion) and hold it. Maintain pressure on
button 1 while rapidly pressing button
2 three times in succession within a
period of 10 seconds
4
Release button 1
5
The central locking system activates
and releases all lock mechanisms in
rapid succession to indicate that the
initialization procedure has been suc-
cessfully completed.
148nChanging tires
Take these precautionary mea-
Do not lie under the vehicle or start the
sures if you have either a flat tire
engine when the vehicle is supported
or are changing the tire:
by the jack - risk of fatal injury.<
Park the vehicle as far from the flow of
traffic as possible and on firm ground.
Your BMW has either a spare* or
Switch on the hazard flashers. Turn the
space-saver tire* for temporary use and
steering wheel to the straight-ahead
to ensure your mobility.
position, remove the key and engage
the steering lock. Shift into 1st or re-
Take the luggage compartment
verse (selector lever in "Park" with auto-
floor panel completely out to
matic) and engage the parking brake.
remove the spare tire* (refer to
All passengers should be outside the
page 41).<
car and well away from your immediate
You will the need the following
working area (behind the guardrail, for
In order to avoid rattling noises later,
instance).
note the position of the tools when you
If a warning triangle or portable hazard
remove them and return them to their
warning lamp is available, set it up on
original position when you are through
the roadside at an appropriate distance
using them.
from the rear of the vehicle. Comply
> A jack (1)
with all safety guidelines and regula-
Raise the floor panel in the luggage
tions.
compartment (refer to page 41) and
Change the wheel only on a level, firm
unscrew the red wing nut (arrow).
surface that is not slippery. Avoid jack-
When you have completed work,
ing the car on a soft or slippery support
screw the jack all the way back down.
surface (snow, ice, loose gravel, etc.),
Fold the handle back and insert it in
as it could slide sideways.
its holder
Ensure that the jack is positioned on a
> Wedge (2)
solid support surface.
The wedge, or wheel chock, is lo-
Do not place wooden blocks or similar
cated behind the jack on the luggage
objects under the jack. If this done, the
compartment's rear wall. Loosen the
jack might not be able to reach its full
wing nut to remove it
support capacity because of the limited
height.
Changing tires
149n
> Spare tire* or space-saver spare tire*
Procedure
4
Loosen the lug bolts 1/2 turn
Located next to the jack.
5
Place the jack under the jacking
1
Please observe the safety precaus-
Loosen the wing nut (arrow) by hand,
point nearest the wheel you are
tions stated on the previous page
remove the storage tray and take out
changing (refer to the illustration at
2
Secure the vehicle against rolling:
the spare wheel
the left) in such a way that the base
Place the wedge against the rear
> Lug wrench - is in the onboard tool
of the jack is positioned vertically
surface of the front tire on the side
kit on the underside of the luggage
under the jacking point relative to
opposite the side being raised. If
compartment lid (refer to page 140).
the entire surface, and that the jack
the vehicle is parked on a down-
head fits securely into the square
ward slope, place the wedge se-
recess of the jacking point (refer to
curely in front of the tire. If the
illustration detail) when the jack is
wheel must be changed on a sur-
cranked
face with a more severe slope, take
6
Crank the car up until the wheel in
additional precautions to secure the
question is raised from the ground
vehicle from rolling
7
Unscrew the lug bolts and remove
3
Wheels with full wheel covers:
the wheel
Reach into the ventilation openings
8
Remove accumulations of mud or
and pull the cover off
dirt from the mounting surfaces of
the wheel and hub; clean the lug
bolts
150nChanging tires
The vehicle jack is designed for
changing tires only. Never use it to
raise another vehicle model or any load
of any kind, as this could lead to acci-
dents and personal injury.
Have the lug bolts checked for proper
tightness with a calibrated torque
wrench at the earliest possibility [torque
specification: 72 lb.ft. (100 Nm)].<
When storing the wheel, take care to
ensure that you do not damage the re-
9
Position the new wheel or the
13
If your wheels are equipped with full
taining pin in the spare tire recess.
space-saver spare tire* on the hub
wheel covers*: Position the wheel
If light-alloy wheels other than Original
and screw at least two lug bolts
cover with the valve opening over
BMW light-alloy wheels have been
finger-tight into opposite bolt holes
the valve (arrow) and press it onto
mounted, it may be necessary to use
10
Screw in the remaining lug bolts.
the wheel with both hands
different lug bolts for those wheels.
Tighten all the bolts securely
14
Inflate tire to the proper pressure as
Replace the defective tire as quickly as
11
Lower the jack and remove it from
soon as possible.
possible and have the new wheel bal-
beneath the car
For vehicles with RDC Tire Pressure
anced.
12
Tighten the lug bolts, alternating
Control*:
For black-painted aluminum wheels*,
between bolts positioned opposite
Reactivate the system after mount-
use only those balancing weights ap-
one another
ing either the spare tire or after in-
proved by BMW for use with light alloy
flating tire to proper pressure.
wheels. Never attempt to balance these
(Refer to page 82).
wheels using standard balance weights.
Only use original BMW full wheel
covers, otherwise, the trim piece
may not fit securely. The full wheel
cover may not be installed on the
space-saver spare tire*, since this
could damage the cover.<
Changing tires
Battery
151n
Driving with the space-saver
Symbols
spare tire*
You will find the following symbols on
Drive cautiously and do not exceed a
your car battery. To avoid injury, please
speed of 45 mph (80 km/h).
comply with the corresponding precau-
tions whenever you work with or near
Be aware that vehicle handling will be
the battery.
altered. Slower brake response time,
longer braking distances and changed
Before handling the battery,
steering characteristics may be antici-
please read the following infor-
pated when approaching limit condi-
mation.
tions.
Wear eye protection. Do not al-
The changes in handling characteristics
low particles containing battery
will be even more pronounced in con-
acid or lead to come into con-
Battery location
junction with winter tires.
tact with your eyes, your skin, or your
The battery is located at the right-rear
clothing.
of the luggage compartment. Raise the
Only one space-saver spare tire
Battery acid is extremely corro-
luggage compartment floor panel (refer
may be mounted. Mount a wheel
sive. Wear eye protection and
to page 41), and give a screwdriver or a
and tire with the same size and specifi-
protective gloves. Do not tip the
coin a 1/4-turn counterclockwise to
cations as the others at the earliest
battery. Battery acid can leak from the
release the two fasteners plus an addi-
possible opportunity. Maintain correct
ventilation openings.
tional fastener in the upper-center side
tire pressures. Refer to page 28.<
trim panel. In order to remove the stor-
Ensure that children keep well
age tray, slide the side trim panel
away from batteries and battery
slightly upward.
acid.
Fire, sparks, an open flame and/
or smoking are not allowed in
the vicinity of the battery. Avoid
sparks from electrical cables or electri-
cal equipment. Turn the key to position
0 in the steering lock when the battery
is disconnected or connected. Never
short-circuit the battery terminal, other-
wise you could be injured by electrical
sparks.