BMW 325Ci Coupe (2006 year). Instruction - part 8

Giving and receiving assistance

124

Your BMW has a special nut as body ground
or negative pole.

Attach the second terminal clamp of the
minus/– jumper cable to the negative termi-
nal of the battery or to the engine or body
ground of the vehicle to be started.

Starting the engine

Start the engine of the donor vehicle and
allow it to run for a few minutes at slightly
increased idle speed.

Start the engine on the other vehicle in the
usual way.
If the first start attempt is not successful,
wait a few minutes before another attempt
in order to allow the discharged battery to
recharge.

Let the engines run for a few minutes.

Disconnect the jumper cables by reversing
the above connecting sequence.

If necessary, have the battery checked and
recharged.

Never use spray fluids to start the
engine.

Tow-starting, towing away

Observe the applicable laws and regula-
tions for tow-starting and towing vehi-

cles.

Do not transport any passengers other
than the driver in a vehicle that is being

towed.

Using a tow fitting

The screw-in tow fitting must always be carried
in the car. It can be screwed in at the front or
rear of the BMW.
It is stored in the onboard tool kit underneath
the cover on the right-hand side of the cargo
bay, refer to page

117

Use only the tow fitting provided with the
vehicle and screw it all the way in. Use the

tow fitting for towing on paved roads only. Avoid
lateral loading of the tow fitting, e.g. do not lift
the vehicle by the tow fitting. Otherwise the tow
fitting and the vehicle could be damaged.

Access to screw thread

Rectangular cover panel in bumper:
Press on the upper edges of the cover panel.

Front

Rear

Being towed

Check that the car is radio-ready and that
the electric steering wheel lock is not

engaged, otherwise the car would not be steer-
able. If the electrical system fails, do not
attempt to tow-start or tow away the car. The
electric steering wheel lock cannot be disen-

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gaged and the car is not steerable. Jump start-
ing, refer to page

123

Power steering assistance is not available when
the engine is not running. Thus, braking and
steering will require increased effort.

Switch on the hazard warning flashers, depend-
ing on local regulations.

Manual transmission

Gearshift lever in idle position.

Automatic transmission

Selector lever in position N.
Changing selector lever positions, refer to
page

Do not exceed a towing speed of 45 mph
or 70 km/h and a towing distance of

90 miles/150 km, otherwise the automatic
transmission may be damaged.

Towing methods

In come countries, it is illegal to tow your vehicle
with a tow bar or tow rope on public highways.
Please familiarize yourself with the relevant
towing regulations for the country in which you
are driving.

With a tow bar

The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than the towed vehicle, otherwise it may

be impossible to maintain control.

The tow fittings used should be on the same
side on both vehicles. Should it prove impossi-
ble to avoid mounting the tow bar at an angle,
please observe the following:

Clearance and maneuvering capability will
be sharply limited during cornering.

The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it is
attached offset.

Attach the tow bar to the tow fittings only,
as attaching it to other parts of the vehicle

could result in damage.

With a tow rope

When starting off in the towing vehicle, make
sure that the tow rope is taut.

To avoid jerking and the associated
stresses on vehicle components when

towing, always use nylon ropes or nylon straps.
Attach the tow rope to the tow fittings only, as
attaching it to other parts of the vehicle could
result in damage.

With a tow truck

328i, 335i

Have the BMW transported with a tow truck
with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed.

Do not lift the vehicle by a tow fitting or
body and chassis parts, otherwise dam-

age may result.

Tow-starting

Avoid tow-starting the vehicle whenever possi-
ble; instead, jump-start the engine, refer to
page

123

. Vehicles with a catalytic converter

should only be tow-started when the engine is
cold; vehicles with an automatic transmission
cannot be tow-started at all.

If the electrical system fails, do not tow or
tow-start the vehicle, as it would be

impossible to release the electric steering-
wheel lock and the vehicle could not be
steered.

Switch on hazard warning flashers, comply
with local regulations.

Switch on the ignition, refer to page

Shift into 3rd gear.

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Have the vehicle tow-started with the clutch
depressed and slowly release the clutch.
After the engine starts, immediately
depress the clutch completely.

Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow
bar or rope and switch off the hazard warn-
ing flashers.

Have the vehicle checked.

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Indicator and warning lamps

Indicator and warning lamps appear in indicator
area

1 and display 2. See the table for informa-

tion on causes and how to react. Note whether a
lamp comes on alone or in combination with
another. Some lamps can light up in different
colors. Corresponding distinctions are made in
the text.

Cause

What to do

Turn signals

High beams/headlamp flasher
switched on
Fog lamps switched on

Fasten safety belts

Fasten your safety belt, refer also to
page

Indication in US models
Handbrake engaged

Release the handbrake.

Indication in Canadian models
Handbrake engaged

Release the handbrake.

Outside temperature warning

Drive cautiously, refer also to page

Lights up briefly:
Approx. 2.1 US gallons/8 liters of fuel
remain in the tank
Remains on:
Remaining operating range is no more
than 30 miles/50 km, refer to page

Engine refuses to start

Depress the brake or clutch in order to
start the engine, refer to page

Ignition switched on and driver's door
open

Switch off the ignition, refer to page

or close the driver's door.

Parking lamps still on

Switch off the parking lamps, refer to
page

Roadside parking lamps still on

Switch off the roadside parking lamps,
refer to page

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Door open

Engine compartment lid open

Luggage compartment lid open

Gas cap missing or loose

Close the gas cap until there is a clearly
audible click. Do not jam the strap
between the gas cap and the vehicle.

Windshield washer fluid level too low

Add washer fluid as soon as possible,
refer to page

Lights up in red:
Service due

Arrange a service appointment.
Check service requirements, refer to
page

Lights up in yellow:
The engine will start the next time the
start/stop button is touched, possibly
without the brake or clutch being
depressed
Remote control malfunctioning or, in
cars with convenient access, not
detected

The engine cannot be started. Have the
remote control checked, if necessary.

Battery in remote control discharged

Use the remote control for a longer jour-
ney or, in cars with convenient access,
replace the battery.

Belt tensioners and/or airbag system
failed

Have the system checked immediately.

Active steering defective

You can continue your journey.
Steering characteristics are modified
and steering wheel could be off-center.
Steer carefully.
Have the system checked as soon as
possible.

Lights up:
Emergency call system has failed or is
malfunctioning

Have the system checked as soon as
possible.

Cause

What to do

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Lights up in red:
Engine malfunction

Stop the car and switch off the engine.
You cannot continue your journey. Con-
tact your BMW center.

Lights up in yellow:
Full engine power no longer available

You can continue your journey, but
moderate your speed and exercise due
caution. Have the engine checked as
soon as possible.

Indication in US models:
Indicator lamp

1 flashes:

Engine malfunction under high load.
High engine load will result in damage
to the catalytic converter

You can continue your journey, but
moderate your speed and exercise due
caution. Have the vehicle checked with-
out delay.

Indicator lamp

1 comes on:

Engine malfunction with adverse effect
on exhaust emissions

Have the car checked as soon as possi-
ble.

Indication in Canadian models:
Indicator lamp

1 flashes:

Engine malfunction under high load.
High engine load will result in damage
to the catalytic converter

You can continue your journey, but
moderate your speed and exercise due
caution. Have the vehicle checked with-
out delay.

Indicator lamp

1 comes on:

Engine malfunction with adverse effect
on exhaust emissions

Have the car checked as soon as possi-
ble.

Lights up in red:
Engine overheating

Carefully bring the car to a stop, switch
off the engine and allow it to cool down.
Do not open the engine compartment
lid, otherwise there would be a risk of
injury by scalding. Contact your BMW
center.

Lights up in yellow:
Engine too hot

Continue driving at more moderate
speed so that the engine can cool
down. Have the engine checked with-
out delay if the situation reoccurs.

Cause

What to do

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Lights up in red:
Battery is no longer being charged.
Alternator malfunction

Switch off all unnecessary electrical
consumers. Have the battery checked
without delay.

Lights up in yellow:
Battery charge level very low, battery
aged or not securely connected

Have the battery checked as soon as
possible.

Indication in US models
Handbrake engaged
Indication in Canadian models
Handbrake engaged
Indication in US models
Lights up in red:
Brake fluid level too low

Brake-pedal travel may be considerably
longer. You can continue your journey,
but moderate your speed and exercise
due caution. Have the system checked
immediately.

Lights up in yellow:
Drive-off assistant has failed. The car
will not be held in place after the brake
is released

Have the system checked as soon as
possible.

Indication in Canadian models
Lights up in red:
Brake fluid level too low

Brake-pedal travel may be considerably
longer. You can continue your journey,
but moderate your speed and exercise
due caution. Have the system checked
immediately.

Lights up in yellow:
Drive-off assistant has failed. The car
will not be held in place after the brake
is released

Have the system checked as soon as
possible.

Indication in US models
Brake pads worn

Have the condition of the brake pads
checked without delay.

Indication in Canadian models
Brake pads worn

Have the condition of the brake pads
checked without delay.

Cause

What to do

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Indication in US models
Vehicle electronics failed

You cannot continue your journey. Con-
tact your BMW center.

Indication

in Canadian models

Vehicle electronics failed

You cannot continue your journey. Con-
tact your BMW center.

Indication

in Canadian models

Vehicle electronics failed

You cannot continue your journey. Con-
tact your BMW center.

Lights up in red:

Have the system in question checked
without delay.

Starter failed or

The engine cannot be restarted.

ignition malfunctioning. Engine
restart only possible when brake is
depressed or

lighting system failed. Low beams/
tail lamps and brake lamps still
operational. All other lamps failed

Depress the brake to restart the engine.

Lights up in yellow:

Control of the brake lamps failed or

fuel supply malfunctioning, or

trailer lamps malfunctioning

You can continue your journey, but
moderate your speed and exercise due
caution. Have the system in question
checked without delay.

Flashing:
Dynamic Stability Control DSC or
Dynamic Traction Control DTC is con-
trolling drive and braking forces, refer
also to page

Dynamic Traction Control DTC acti-
vated, refer also to page

Dynamic Stability Control DSC and
Dynamic Traction Control DTC deacti-
vated, refer also to page

Driving stability limited during accelera-
tion and cornering.
Driving style must be adjusted.

Cause

What to do

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Suspension control system failed, refer
also to page

Driving stability limited during accelera-
tion and cornering.
You can continue your journey, but
moderate your speed and exercise due
caution. Have the system checked as
soon as possible.

Indication in US models
The driving stability control systems,
including ABS and the Tire Pressure
Monitor, have failed, refer also to
page

You can continue your journey. Drive
cautiously and think well ahead. Avoid
situations that require full braking. Have
the system checked immediately.

Indication

in Canadian models

The driving stability control systems,
including ABS and the Flat Tire Monitor
or Tire Pressure Monitor

, have failed,

refer also to page

You can continue your journey. Drive
cautiously and think well ahead. Avoid
situations that require full braking. Have
the system checked immediately.

Indication

in Canadian models

The driving stability control systems,
including ABS and the Flat Tire Monitor
or Tire Pressure Monitor

, have failed,

refer also to page

You can continue your journey. Drive
cautiously and think well ahead. Avoid
situations that require full braking. Have
the system checked immediately.

Vehicles with Flat Tire Monitor

Light up in yellow and red:

Tire is deflated

Carefully bring the car to a stop. Comply
with the additional information starting
on page

Flat Tire Monitor not initialized

Initialize Flat Tire Monitor, refer to
page

Light up in yellow:
Flat Tire Monitor failed. Punctures are
not indicated

Have the system checked.

Cause

What to do

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Vehicles with Tire Pressure Monitor

Light up in yellow and red:
There is a flat tire or substantial loss of
tire pressure

Carefully bring the car to a stop. Comply
with the additional information starting
on page

Light up in yellow:
Tire Pressure Monitor not initialized

Check the inflation pressure and reset
the system, refer to page

The small lamp flashes in yellow and
then lights up continuously; the larger
lamp comes on in yellow:
Tire Pressure Monitor has failed. Punc-
tures are not indicated

Have the system checked. Comply with
the additional information starting on
page

Lights up in red:

Transmission limp-home program
active with restricted range of
gears, possibly with reduced accel-
eration

You can continue your journey, but
moderate your speed and exercise due
caution. Have the system checked
without delay.

Gears can be engaged without
depressing the brake

Always depress the brake to engage a
gear.

Lights up in yellow:

Have the system checked as soon as
possible.

Automatic selector lever locked:
Selector lever locked in position P
with engine running and brake
depressed or

Overriding selector lever lock, refer to
page

brake signal malfunctioning: gear
can be engaged without depress-
ing the brake

To engage a gear while the vehicle is at
a standstill, always step on the brake.
Before leaving the vehicle, move the
selector lever to position P and switch
off the engine.

Lights up in red:
Transmission overheating

Bring the car to a stop and move the
selector lever to position P. Allow the
transmission to cool down. You can
continue your journey, but moderate
your speed and exercise due caution.
Have the system checked if the situa-
tion reoccurs.

Lights up in yellow:

Cause

What to do

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Transmission too hot

Avoid high engine loads. You can con-
tinue your journey, but moderate your
speed and exercise due caution.

Selector lever position P not engaged.
Vehicle not prevented from rolling

Selector lever position P not engaged.
Ignition cannot be switched off

Engage selector lever position P when
you wish to switch off the ignition, refer
to page

Lights up in red:
Electric steering wheel lock malfunc-
tioning

The engine can no longer be started. If
applicable, do not switch off the engine.
Contact your BMW center.

Lights up in yellow:
Electric steering wheel lock jammed

Move the steering wheel before starting
the engine.

Pinch protection system of the power
windows malfunctioning

Have the system checked.

Pinch protection system of the electric
glass sunroof malfunctioning

Have the system checked.

Cruise control deactivated:

Driving stability control systems are
active or

handbrake is applied or

the vehicle has not achieved a
speed of 20 mph or 30 km/h or

engaged gear not suitable for the
speed being driven

Cruise control system failed

You can continue your journey. Have
the system checked.

Active cruise control deactivated:

Driving stability control systems are
active or

handbrake is applied or

the vehicle has not achieved a
speed of 20 mph or 30 km/h or

engaged gear not suitable for the
speed being driven or

Keep a safe distance.

radar sensor dirty

Clean the radar sensor, refer to
page

Cause

What to do

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Active cruise control failed

Keep a safe distance.
Have the system checked.

Park Distance Control failed

Have the system checked.

Bulb of exterior lighting system failed

Have the exterior lighting checked as
soon as possible.

Low-beam headlamp or fog lamp failed Have the low beams checked as soon

as possible.

High-beam headlamp failed

Have the high-beam headlamps
checked.

Headlamp beam throw adjustment
system failed

Have the headlamp beam throw adjust-
ment system checked.

Adaptive Head Light failed

Coolant level too low

Add coolant immediately, refer to
page

114

Engine oil pressure too low

Stop immediately and switch off the
engine. You cannot continue your jour-
ney. Contact your BMW center.

Engine oil level too low

Add engine oil immediately; refer to
page

112

for more information.

Lights up in red:
Service appointment overdue

Arrange a service appointment.
Check service requirements, refer to
page

Lights up in yellow:
Service due

Arrange a service appointment.
Check service requirements, refer to
page

No service due

Check service requirements, refer to
page

Time and date no longer correct

Set the time and date, refer to page

Cause

What to do

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Technical data

Engine data

328i

335i

Displacement

cu in/cm

182.8/2,996 181.8/2,979

Number of cylinders

Maximum power output

230

300

at engine speed

rpm

6,500

5,800

Maximum torque

lb ft/Nm

200/270

300/407

at engine speed

rpm

2,750 1,400-5,000

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Dimensions

All dimensions given in inches/mm. Smallest turning circle diam.: 36 ft 1 in/11.0 m
335i: height approx. 4 ft 6 in/1,375 mm

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Weights

328i

335i

Curb weight

with manual transmission

lbs/kg

3,351/1,520

3,571/1,620

with automatic transmission lbs/kg

3,417/1,550

3,582/1,625

Approved gross weight

with manual transmission

lbs/kg

4,277/1,940

4,497/2,040

with automatic transmission lbs/kg

4,343/1,970

4,508/2,045

Load

lbs/kg

926/420

Approved front axle load

lbs/kg

2,061/935

2,172/985

Approved rear axle load

lbs/kg

2,293/1,040

2,348/1,065

Approved roof load capacity

lbs/kg

165/75

Cargo bay capacity

cu ft/l

15.5/440

15.2/430

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Capacities

Notes

Fuel tank

US gal/liters

approx. 16.1/61

Fuel grade: page

103

including reserve of

US gal/liters

approx. 2.1/8.0

Window washer system

For more details: page

including headlamp washers US

quarts/liters

approx.

6.3/6.0

Engine with oil filter renewal

US quarts/liters

approx. 6.9/6.5 BMW High Performance

Synthetic Oil

Oil grades: page

113

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