BMW 325i Wagon (2002 year). Instruction - part 10
Towing the vehicle
135n
Tow fitting
Rear:
Towing with a commercial tow
Press out the cover panel with a screw-
The screw-in tow fitting is stored in the
truck
driver inserted in the recess at the top.
onboard tool kit; be sure that it remains
> Do not tow with sling-type equipment
in the vehicle at all times. This fitting is
> Use wheel-lift or flatbed equipment
Screw the tow fitting all the way
designed for installation in the tow
> Please comply with applicable state
in. Failure to screw the fitting all
sockets located at the front and rear of
towing laws.
the way in can cause thread damage.
the vehicle, and is intended for towing
Never attach tie-down hooks, chains,
on paved road surfaces only. This fitting
Never allow passengers to ride in
straps, or tow hooks to tie rods, control
should not be used to pull a vehicle out
a towed vehicle for any reason.
arms, or any other part of the vehicle
of deep snow, mud, sand, etc.
Never attach tie-down hooks, chains,
suspension, as severe damage to these
Always comply with all applicable
straps, or tow hooks to tie rods, control
components will occur, leading to
towing laws and regulations.
arms, or any other part of the vehicle
possible accidents.<
suspension, as severe damage to these
Access to tow sockets
components will occur, leading to
possible accidents.c
Front:
Press out the cover panel with a screw-
driver inserted in the recess at the top.
136nTowing the vehicle
BMW 325xi, 330xi, 330xd:
Towing with a raised axle
1 Place the transmission in neutral
2 Switch off the engine
3 Towing speed:
30 mph (50 km/h)
4 Towing distance:
max. 95 miles (150 km).
Remove the rear driveshaft for
longer towing distances with the
front axle lifted; remove the front drive-
shaft for towing over longer distances
with the rear axle lifted. Failure to
comply with this will result in damage to
the transfer box.<
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Data
Repairs
Maintenance Controls
Overview
138n
139n
Overview
Controls in detail
Operation, maintenance
Owner service procedures
Technical data
Index
Data
140n
Engine data
BMW 325i/325xi
Displacement
cu. in (cmm)
152.2 (2,494)
Number of cylinders
6
Maximum output
hp (kW)
184 (135)
at engine speed
rpm
6,000
Maximum torque
lb ft (Nm)
175 (237)
at engine speed
rpm
3,500
Compression ratio
e
10.5
Stroke
in (mm)
2.95 (75)
Bore
in (mm)
3.31 (84)
Fuel-injection system
Digital electronic engine-management system (DME)
Dimensions
141n
Dimensions in ( ) apply to BMW 325xi.
Height with roof rail 56.8 in/1444 mm (57.6 in/1464 mm). Turning circle dia.: 34.4 feet/10.5 m (35.8 feet/10.9 m).
142nWeights
BMW 325i
BMW 325xi
Curb weight (with one person, ready for operation, full tank of fuel, options not included)
with manual transmission
lbs (kg)
3,362 (1,525)
3,594 (1,630)
with automatic transmission
lbs (kg)
3,450 (1,565)
3,627 (1,645)
Approved gross vehicle weight
with manual transmission
lbs (kg)
4,509 (2,045)
4,696 (2,130)
with automatic transmission
lbs (kg)
4,597 (2,085)
4,729 (2,145)
Approved front axle load
lbs (kg)
1,984 (900)
2,139 (970)
Approved rear axle load
lbs (kg)
2,668 (1,210)
2,657 (1,205)
Approved roof load capacity
lbs (kg)
165 (75)
165 (75)
Cargo area capacity
cu.ft (l)
15.4 - 57.1 (435 - 1,617)
15.4 - 57.1 (435 - 1,617)
Approved axle loads and approved gross vehicle weight may not be exceeded.
Capacities
143n
Notes
Fuel tank
gal. (liters)
approx. 16.6 (approx. 63)
Fuel specification, refer to
Reserve
gal. (liters)
approx. 2.1 (approx. 8)
page 23
Windshield /
Specifications, refer to page 114
Headlamp washer reservoir (front)
quarts (liters) approx. 5.6 (approx. 5.3)
Cooling system including heating circuit
quarts (liters) approx. 8.9 (approx. 8.4) Specifications, refer to page 117
Engine oil and filter change
325i:
BMW High Performance
quarts (liters)
approx. 6.9 (approx. 6.5)
synthetic oil
325xi:
Oil specifications, refer to
quarts (liters)
approx. 7.9 (approx. 7.5)
page 115
Manual and automatic transmission, transfer box
-
Lifetime lubricant, no oil change
and differential
required
1
145n
Overview
Controls in detail
Operation, maintenance
Owner service procedures
Technical data
Index
Index
Everything from A to Z
A
Airbags
18, 48
Automatic climate
Battery charge current
ABS (Antilock Brake
sitting correctly
40
control
88, 89
indicator
17
System)
19, 105
Alarm system
35
Automatic cruise control
63
Beverage holder
93
Accessories
10
Antifreeze and anti-
Automatic Differential Brake
Blower
86, 89
Activated-charcoal filter
91
corrosion agents
117
(ADB)
73
BMW High Performance
Adaptive Transmission
disposal
117
Automatic headlight
Synthetic Oil
116
Control (ATC)
59
Antilock Brake System
control
82
BMW Maintenance
ADB (Automatic Differential
(ABS)
19, 105
Automatic recirculated-air
System 119
Brake)
73
Anti-theft system
35
control (AUC)
90
BMW sports seat
Adding
Approved gross vehicle
Automatic Stability Control
manual adjustment
41
brake fluid
118
weight
142
plus Traction (ASC+T)
71
power adjustment
42
coolant
117
Aquaplaning
105, 107
Automatic transmission
58
Bore
140
engine oil
115
Armrest
92
Automatic transmission with
Bottle holder, refer to
washer fluid
114
ASC+T (Automatic Stability
Steptronic
18, 58
beverage holder
93
Adjusting
Control plus Traction)
71
Average fuel
Brake fluid
118
backrest
41
Ashtray
consumption
69
disposal
118
manual seat
41
front
94
Average speed
69
Brake lamps
mirrors
47
rear
95
Axle loads
142
bulb replacement
127
power seat
42
ATC (Adaptive Transmission
Brake pads
19
steering wheel
46
Control)
59
B
Brake system
Attach vehicle vacuum
brake fluid level
106
thigh support
41
Backrest
41
Air conditioning
85
cleaner
94
brake pads
106
Backup lamps 57
Air distribution
86, 89
AUC (Automatic recircu-
bulb replacement
127
brake rotors,
Air outlets,
lated-air control)
90
corrosion
106
Battery
133
ventilation
85, 88
care
133
defect in hydraulic
Air supply
86, 89
circuits
106
charging
133
disc brakes
106
disposal
133
A-Z
Everything from A to Z
147n
Break-in procedures
104
CBC (Cornering Brake
Clothes hooks
105
Correct sitting posture
40
Bulbs and lamps
Control)
18, 73
Clutch
104
Cruise control
63
replacement
125
Cellular phone
94
Cockpit
14
Cruising range
69
refer also to the separate
Coin box
93
Curb weight
142
"Owner's Manual"
94
Compartments 92
C
Center (high-mount) brake
Compression ratio
140
California Proposition
D
lamp 128
Computer 68
65 Warning
120
Data
Center armrest
92
refer also to the "Owner's
Can holder, refer to
dimensions
141
Central locking system
28
Manual Onboard
beverage holder
93
technical
140
control button
32
Computer"
Capacities
143
weights
142
Changing a wheel
129
Configuring individual
Car care, refer to the "Caring
Daytime driving lamps
82
Check Control
67
settings via Vehicle and
for your vehicle" manual
DBC (Dynamic Brake
Checking engine oil
Key Memory 54
Car phone 94
Control)
74
level
115
Convenience operation via
Car wash systems, refer to
Deep water 105
Checking tire pressures
24
the door lock
the "Caring for your
Defrost windows
87, 89
Child-restraint systems
51
power windows 31
vehicle" manual
Defroster, rear
Cigarette lighter
94
sliding/tilt sunroof
31
Care of upholstery materials,
window 86, 90
Cigarette lighter socket
94
Coolant
117, 143
refer to the "Caring for your
Digital clock
67
Clean rear window
62
Coolant temperature
vehicle" manual
Dimming rearview mirror
48
Clean the headlamps
62
gauge 66
Cargo area
35, 97
Dipstick, engine oil
115
Cleaning windshield
62
Cooling system including
capacity
142
Displacement
140
Clock
67
heating circuit,
Cargo area cover
97
Display lighting
83
refer also to the "Radio
capacity
143
Cargo area lighting
33
Displays
15
Owner's Manual"
Copyright
4
Cargo loading
99
Disposal
Cornering Brake Control
antifreeze and anti-
(CBC)
18, 73
corrosion agents
117
battery
133
brake fluid
118
engine oil
116
Everything from A to Z
Distance warning
70
Electrical power socket
95
Flat tires
107, 129, 132
Harman Kardon premium
Door keys
28
Elements of operation
14
Fog lamps 83
sound system
91
Doors
Energy Control
65
Follow me home lamps 82
Hazard warning triangle
22
electrical malfunction
31
Engine compartment
Front fog lamps
83
HDC (Hill Descent
locking and unlocking
29
essentials
113
Front seat adjustment
40
Control)
77
manual operatiom
31
Engine coolant
143
Fuel consumption
69
Head restraints
43
DOT Quality Grades,
Engine data
140
display
66
Headlamp cover, care
125
tires
108
Engine oil
Fuel filler door
22
Headlamp flasher
83
Draft-free ventilation
87, 90
capacity
143
electrical malfunction
22
Headlamp washer
Drawbar weight
142
consumption
115
manual operation
22
system
114
Drink holder, refer to
disposal
116
Fuel gauge
66
capacity
143
beverage holder
93
quality
116
Fuel injection system
140
Headlight control
82
Drive belts
17
specifications
116
Fuel reserve indicator
Heated seats
46
Driving notes
105
viscosity
116
lamp 66
High beams 20, 60, 83
DSC (Dynamic Stability
Engine oil level
115
Fuel tank capacity
143
bulb replacement
125
Control)
19, 73
checking
115
Fuel tank gauge
66
High Performance Synthetic
Dynamic Brake Control
indicator lamp
19
Fuses
133
Oil
116
(DBC)
74
Engine specifications
140
Hill Descent Control
Dynamic Stability Control
Engine speed
140
(HDC)
77
G
(DSC)
19, 73
Holder for beverage
Gasoline gauge
66
cans
93
F
Glove compartment
92
Hood release
112
E
Fault displays
67
Gross vehicle weight
142
Horn 14
Electric power windows
37
Filling capacities
143
Electrical malfunction
Fittings, tow starting and
H
doors
31
towing
135
Handbrake
57
fuel filler door
22
Flashlight
92
Hands-free system
94
sliding/tilt sunroof
39
Flat Tire
microphone
94
tailgate
33
Monitor
80, 109, 132