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Refere

Tire inflation pressures for the 325xi

Tire size

Pressure specifications in psi/kPa

Traveling speeds

up to a max. of

100 mph / 160 km/h

Traveling speeds

including those exceeding

100 mph / 160 km/h

All pressure specifications in
the table are indicated in
psi/kilopascal with cold tires.
Cold = ambient temperature

without Sports package:
205/55 R 16 91 H M+S
225/45 R 17 91 H M+S
225/50 R 16 92 H M+S
225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL

30/210

36/250

30/210

33/230

35/240

41/280

Front: 225/45 R 17 91 V

30/210

35/240

Rear: 255/40 R 17 94 V

32/220

35/240

Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL

39/270

35/240

39/270

Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL

41/280

35/240

41/280

with Sports package:
205/55 R 16 91 H M+S
225/50 R 16 92 H M+S
225/45 R 17 91 H M+S

30/210

36/250

30/210

33/230

35/240

41/280

225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL

30/210

36/250

35/240

38/260

39/270

45/310

Front: 225/45 R 17 91 V

30/210

33/230

38/260

Rear: 255/40 R 17 94 V

32/220

33/230

39/270

Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL

39/270

38/260

42/290

Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL

41/280

38/260

44/300

More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page

220

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Tire inflation pressures for the 330i

Tire size

Pressure specifications in psi/kPa

Traveling speeds

up to a max. of

100 mph / 160 km/h

Traveling speeds

including those exceeding

100 mph / 160 km/h

All pressure specifications in
the table are indicated in
psi/kilopascal with cold tires.
Cold = ambient temperature

without Sports package:
225/45 R 17 91 H M+S
225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL

33/230

41/280

33/230

41/280

Front: 225/45 R 17 91 V

29/200

33/230

Rear: 255/40 R 17 94 V

32/220

36/250

Front: 225/40 R 18 88 W

32/220

36/250

Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W

36/250

41/280

Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y

29/200

30/210

Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 Y

32/220

36/250

Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL

36/250

32/220

36/250

Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL

41/280

36/250

41/280

with Sports package:
225/45 R 17 91 H M+S
225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL

33/230

41/280

38/260

45/310

Front: 225/45 R 17 91 V

29/200

32/220

38/260

Rear: 255/40 R 17 94 V

32/220

35/240

41/280

Front: 225/40 R 18 88 W

32/220

35/240

38/260

Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W

36/250

38/260

45/310

Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y

30/210

33/230

Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 Y

33/230

39/270

Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL

36/250

35/240

38/260

Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL

41/280

38/260

45/310

More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page

193

Tire inflation pressures for the 330xi

Tire size

Pressure specifications in psi/kPa

Traveling speeds

up to a max. of

100 mph / 160 km/h

Traveling speeds

including those exceeding

100 mph / 160 km/h

All pressure specifications in
the table are indicated in
psi/kilopascal with cold tires.
Cold = ambient temperature

without Sports package:
225/45 R 17 91 H M+S
225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL

32/220

36/250

32/220

35/240

41/280

Front: 225/45 R 17 91 V

32/220

35/240

Rear: 255/40 R 17 94 V

32/220

36/250

Front: 225/40 R 18 88 W

35/240

33/230

36/250

Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W

36/250

33/230

39/270

Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y

35/240

32/220

35/240

Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 Y

36/250

32/220

36/250

Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL

39/270

35/240

39/270

Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL

41/280

35/240

41/280

with Sports package:
225/45 R 17 91 H M+S 32/220

36/250

32/220

35/240

41/280

225/45 R 17 94 V M+S XL

32/220

36/250

35/240

39/270

45/310

Front: 225/45 R 17 91 V

32/220

35/240

39/270

Rear: 255/40 R 17 94 V

32/220

35/240

41/280

Front: 225/40 R 18 88 W

35/240

38/260

42/290

Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 W

36/250

38/260

44/300

Front: 225/40 R 18 88 Y

35/240

33/230

36/250

Rear: 255/35 R 18 90 Y

36/250

33/230

39/270

Front: 225/35 R 19 88 Y XL

39/270

38/260

42/290

Rear: 255/30 R 19 91 Y XL

41/280

38/260

44/300

More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page

220

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Tire identification marks

Knowledge of the labeling on the side of the tire
makes it easier to identify and choose the right
tires.

Tire size

Speed code letter

Q = up to 100 mph or 160 km/h
T = up to 118 mph or 190 km/h
H = up to 131 mph or 210 km/h
V = up to 150 mph or 240 km/h
W = up to 167 mph or 270 km/h
Y = up to 186 mph or 300 km/h

Tire Identification Number

Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of
the US Department of Transport.
DOT code:

Tire age

The manufacturing date of tires is contained in
the tire coding: DOT … 0705 means that the
tire was manufactured in week 7 of 2005.
BMW recommends that you replace all tires
after 6 years at most, even if some tires may last
for 10 years.

Uniform Tire Quality Grading

Quality grades can be found where applicable
on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and
maximum section width. For example:
Tread wear 200 Traction AA
Temperature A

DOT Quality Grades

Tread wear
Traction AA A B C
Temperature A B C

All passenger car tires must conform to
Federal Safety Requirements in addition

to these grades.

Tread wear

The tread wear grade is a comparative rating
based on the wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a specified gov-
ernment test course. For example, a tire graded
150 would wear one and one-half (1

γ) times as

well on the government course as a tire graded
100. The relative performance of tires depends
upon the actual conditions of their use, how-
ever, and may depart significantly from the
norm due to variations in driving habits, service
practices and differences in road characteris-
tics and climate.

Traction

The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are
AA, A, B, and C.
Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop
on wet pavement as measured under controlled
conditions on specified government test sur-
faces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C
may have poor traction performance.

The traction grade assigned to this tire is
based on straight-ahead braking traction

tests, and does not include acceleration, cor-
nering, hydroplaning, or peak traction charac-
teristics.

e.g.
Nominal width in mm
Aspect ratio in

Radial belt construction
Rim diameter in inches
Load rating,
not on ZR tires
Speed code letter, in
front of the R on ZR tires

225/45 R

7 91 V

e.g.
Manufacturer's code
for tire make
Tire size and
tire design
Tire age

DOT xxxx xxx 0705

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Temperature

The temperature grades are A, the highest, B,
and C, representing the tire's resistance to the
generation of heat and its ability to dissipate
heat when tested under controlled conditions
on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce
tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to
sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to
a level of performance which all passenger car
tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehi-
cle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A
represent higher levels of performance on the
laboratory test wheel than the minimum
required by law.

The temperature grade for this tire is
established for a tire that is properly

inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed,
underinflation, or excessive loading, either sep-
arately or in combination, can cause heat
buildup and possible tire failure.

RSC – Run-Flat Tires

You will recognize Run-Flat Tires by a circular
symbol containing the letters RSC on the side
of the tire, refer to page

196

M+S

Winter and all-season tires.
These have better winter properties than sum-
mer tires.

Designation for specially reinforced tires.

Tire condition

Inspect your tires frequently for tread wear,
signs of damage and for foreign objects lodged
in the tread. Check the tread depth.

Minimum tread depth

The tread depth should not drop below 1/8 in/
3 mm, although, for example, European legisla-
tion only specifies a minimum tread depth of

1/16 in/1.6 mm. At tread depths below 1/8 in/
3 mm there is an increased risk of high-speed
hydroplaning, even when only small amounts of
water are present on the road surface.
When winter tires wear down past a tread depth
of 1/6 in/4 mm, they become perceptibly less
suitable for winter conditions. In the interest of
safety, new tires should be installed.

Wear indicators in the base of the tread groove
are distributed around the tire's circumference;
the letters TWI, for Tread Wear Indicator, on the
tire's sidewalls identify tires that incorporate
these wear indicators. Once the tire tread has
worn down to the wear indicators, the tire has
worn to a depth of 1/16 in/1.6 mm.

Wheel/tire damage

Please note that low-profile tires cause wheels,
tires and suspension parts to be more suscep-
tible to road hazard and consequential dam-
ages.
Unusual vibrations encountered during normal
vehicle operation can indicate tire failure or
some other vehicle defect. This can, for exam-
ple, be caused by driving over curbs. The same
applies to any other abnormal road behavior,
such as pulling severely to the right or left.

In these cases, reduce speed immedi-
ately and have wheels and tires thor-

oughly checked. To do so, drive carefully to the
nearest BMW Center or tire shop that works
according to BMW repair procedures with cor-
respondingly trained personnel. If necessary,
have the vehicle towed there.
Tire damage can be extremely dangerous for
vehicle occupants and other road users.

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196

Tire age

For various reasons, such as the development
of brittleness, BMW recommends tire replace-
ment after no more than 6 years, regardless of
the actual wear of the tires.
The manufacturing date of tires is contained in
the tire coding:
DOT ... 0705 means that the tire was manufac-
tured in week 07 of 2005.

Run-Flat Tires

The symbol identifying Run-Flat Tires is a circle
with the letters RSC on the sidewall.
Run-Flat Tires comprise a conditionally self-
supporting tire and a special rim. The reinforce-
ment in the sidewalls ensures that the tire can
continue to be used subject to certain restric-
tions, even if depressurized.
For information on continuing to drive with a flat
tire, refer to Indication of a flat tire, page

New wheels and tires

Have new wheels and tires installed only
by your BMW Center or tire shop that

works according to BMW repair procedures
with correspondingly trained personnel. If this
work is not carried out properly, there is a dan-
ger of subsequent damage and related safety
hazards. Make sure that the new wheels are bal-
anced.

Retreaded tires

BMW recommends that you do not use
retreaded tires, since driving safety may

be impaired. The causes for this include poten-
tially different tire casing structures and often
wide variations in tire age, which can result in a
limited service life.

Correct wheels and tires

BMW recommends that you use only
wheel and tire combinations that BMW

has tested and approved for your particular
vehicle. Variations in factors such as manufac-
turing tolerances mean that even wheels and
tires with identical official size ratings could
actually have different dimensions, which could
lead to body contact and thus to severe acci-
dents. If non-approved wheels and tires are
used, BMW cannot evaluate their suitability,
and therefore cannot guarantee their driving
safety.

You can inquire about the right wheel/tire com-
bination at your BMW Center.
The correct combination of wheels and tires is
also necessary to ensure reliable operation of
various vehicle systems such as ABS and DSC.
To maintain good handling and vehicle
response, use only tires of a single brand and
tread configuration. After a tire has been dam-
aged, mount the previous wheel and tire combi-
nation again as soon as possible.

Recommended tire brands

Certain makes of tire are recommended by
BMW for each tire size. They are marked with a
clearly visible BMW designation on the sidewall
of the tire.
When properly used, these tires meet the high-
est standards in terms of safety and handling
characteristics.

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Run-Flat Tires

When mounting new tires or changing over
from summer to winter tires and vice versa,
mount Run-Flat Tires for your own safety. In the
event of a flat, moreover, no spare wheel is
available. Your BMW Center will be glad to
advise you.

For safety reasons, BMW recommends
that damaged Run-Flat Tires be replaced

rather than repaired.

Special characteristics of winter tires

BMW recommends winter tires for use in cold
winter driving conditions. Although all-season
M+S tires provide better winter traction than
summer tires, they generally fail to provide the
same levels of cold-weather performance as
winter tires.

Pay attention to speed

Always comply with the speed limit for the
winter tires mounted on your car; failure

to do so could result in tire damage and acci-
dents.

If the car is capable of speeds higher than that
permitted for the winter tires, a label stating the
maximum permitted speed for the mounted
tires must be displayed in your field of view.
Specialist tire dealers and your BMW Center
can supply these labels.

Storage

Always store wheels and tires in a cool, dry
place with as little exposure to light as possible.
Always protect tires against all contact with oil,
grease and fuels. Do not exceed the maximum
tire inflation pressure indicated on the sidewall
of the tire.

Snow chains*

Only certain fine-link snow chains have been
tested by BMW, classified as safe for use and
recommended. Consult your BMW Center for
more information. Attach snow chains in pairs
and only to the rear wheels. Observe the manu-

facturer's instructions when mounting snow
chains. Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph or
50 km/h.
You are not permitted to mount snow chains to
tires of the following sizes:

255/40 R 17

255/35 R 18

255/30 R 19

Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor if
snow chains are mounted, otherwise the

instrument might issue an incorrect reading.
When driving with snow chains, you may find it
helpful to activate DTC temporarily, refer to
page

199

Important parts of the engine compartment

1 Expansion tank for coolant, refer to

page

201

2 Washer fluid reservoir for headlamp clean-

ing system and window washer system,
refer to page

3 Jump-starting connection, refer to

page

212

4 Filler neck for engine oil, refer to Adding

engine oil

5 Reservoir for brake fluid, under the cover of

the microfilter

Engine oil

The engine oil consumption is dependent on
driving style and driving conditions.

Checking oil level

Your car is equipped with an electronic oil-level
monitor.
For a precise measurement and display of the
oil level, it is necessary that the engine be at
operating temperature, e.g. after uninterrupted
driving for at least approx. 6.5 miles/10 km. You
can have the oil level displayed while you are
driving, or while the vehicle is at a standstill on a
level surface and the engine is running.

Display in the instrument cluster

Lightly push button

1 in the turn indicator

stalk up or down repeatedly until the appro-
priate symbol is shown in the display,
accompanied by the word "OIL".

Press button

2 in the turn indicator stalk.

The oil level is checked and the reading dis-
played.

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Possible displays

1 Oil level OK
2 Oil level is being checked.

This can take about 3 minutes if the car is at
a standstill on a level surface, or about
5 minutes while the car is on the move.

3 Oil level down to minimum:

Add 1 US quart/1 liter of engine oil as soon
as possible, refer also to Adding engine oil.

4 Oil level is too high.

Too much oil will harm the engine.
Have the vehicle checked without

delay.

5 The oil level sensor is defective.

Do not add engine oil. You can continue
your journey. Note the newly calculated dis-
tance remaining to the next oil service, refer
to page

203

. Have the system checked as

soon as possible.

Display via iDrive

iDrive concept, refer to page

Press the

button.

This opens the start menu.

Press the controller to open the menu.

Select "Service" and press the controller.

If necessary, move the highlight marker to
the uppermost field. Turn the controller
until "Service requirements" is selected and
press the controller.

If necessary, move the highlight marker to
the second field from the top. Turn the con-
troller until "Engine oil level" is selected and
press the controller. The oil level is dis-
played.

Possible messages

"Engine oil level O.K."

"No measured value available: Updating
engine oil level measurement..."
The engine oil level is measured. This can
take about 3 minutes if the car is at a stand-
still on a level surface and the engine is run-
ning, and about 5 minutes while the car is on
the move.

"Oil level at the minimum! Refill with 1 quart
engine oil."
Add engine oil as soon as possible, but no
more than 1 US quart/1 liter, refer also to
Adding engine oil below.

"Engine oil level too high"

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Too much oil will harm the engine.
Have the vehicle checked without

delay.

"Please observe recalculated service inter-
val for engine oil"
Do not add engine oil. You can continue
your journey. Note the newly calculated dis-
tance remaining to the next oil service, refer
to page

. Have the system checked as

soon as possible.

Adding engine oil

Do not add the maximum amount of 1 US quart/
1 liter of engine oil until a corresponding mes-
sage is shown on the Control Display.

Add oil within the next 125 miles/200 km,
otherwise the engine could be dam-

aged.

Keep oils, greases, etc. out of the reach of
children and comply with the warnings on

the containers. Otherwise, health hazards may
result.

Oil change

Have oil changed only at your BMW Center or at
a workshop that works according to BMW
repair procedures with correspondingly trained
personnel.

Specified engine oils

The quality of the engine oil selected has critical
significance for the operation and service life of
an engine. BMW continuously approves spe-
cific oils after confirming their suitability for use
in its vehicles with extensive testing.
Only use approved BMW High Performance
Synthetic Oil.

If BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil is not
available, you can add small quantities of other
synthetic oils in between oil changes. Only use
oils with the API SH specification or higher.

Your BMW Center will be glad to answer
any questions regarding BMW High Per-

formance Synthetic Oil or approved synthetic
oils.

You can also call BMW of North America at
1-800-831-1117 or visit the website
www.bmwusa.com to obtain this information.

Viscosity ratings

Viscosity is a measure of an oil's flow rating and
is categorized in SAE classes.
Selecting the appropriate SAE class depends
on the regional climatic conditions in which you
normally drive your BMW.

Approved oils belong to the 5W-40 and
5W-30 classes.

These oils can be used for driving at all outside
temperatures.

Coolant

Do not add coolant to the cooling system
when the engine is hot. Escaping coolant

can cause burns.

Coolant is a mixture of water and an additive.
Not all commercially available additives are suit-
able for your BMW. Ask your BMW Center for
suitable additives.

Only use suitable additives, otherwise
engine damage may result. The additives

are hazardous to your health.

Comply with the appropriate environ-
mental protection regulations when dis-

posing of coolant additives.

Checking coolant level

The engine must be at ambient tempera-
ture.

Turn the cap of the expansion tank a little
counterclockwise to allow any accumulated

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202

pressure to escape, then continue turning
to open.

The coolant level is correct if it is between
the maximum and minimum marks in the
filler neck, refer also to the diagram next to
the filler neck.

If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to
the specified level; do not overfill.

Turn the cap until there is an audible click.

Have the reason for the coolant loss elimi-
nated as soon as possible.

Brake system

Malfunctions

Brake fluid

The warning lamps light up in red
even though the handbrake has been
released. A message appears on the
Control Display. Stop immediately.

The brake fluid in the reservoir has fallen to
below the minimum level. At the same time, a
considerably longer brake pedal travel may be
noticeable. Have the system checked without
delay.

Display of this malfunction on Cana-
dian models.

If you continue to drive the car, you may
have to depress the brake more and brak-

ing distances may be significantly longer.
Please adapt your driving style accordingly.

Brake pads

The warning lamps light up in red
even though the handbrake has been
released. A message appears on the
Control Display. The brake pads have

reached the safe limit for pad wear. Have brake
pads replaced immediately.

Display of this malfunction on Cana-
dian models.

For your own safety: use only brake pads
that BMW has approved for the corre-

sponding vehicle model. BMW is unable to
assess the suitability of brake pads it has not
approved and therefore cannot guarantee their
safety.

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Maintenance

BMW Maintenance System

The BMW Maintenance System supports the
preservation of the traffic and operating safety
of your BMW. The service schedule also
includes operations related to the vehicle's
comfort and convenience features, such as
replacement of the filters for the inside air. The
objective is to optimize efforts with respect to
minimal vehicle maintenance costs.
If and when you come to sell your BMW, a com-
prehensive record of servicing will prove a sig-
nificant benefit.

CBS Condition Based Service

Sensors and special algorithms take the differ-
ent driving conditions of your BMW into
account. Condition Based Service uses this to
determine the current and future service
requirements. By letting you define a service
and maintenance regimen that reflects your
own individual requirements, the system builds
the basis for trouble-free driving.
On the Control Display, you can have the
remaining times or distances for selected main-
tenance tasks and any legally prescribed dates
displayed, refer to page

Engine oil

Brakes: separately for front and rear

Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter

Brake fluid

Spark plugs

Vehicle check

Legally mandated inspections depending
on local regulations

Service data in the remote control

Your vehicle continuously stores service-
requirement information in the remote control
while you are driving. Your BMW Service Advi-
sor can read out this data from the remote con-
trol unit, and propose an optimized mainte-
nance approach. Whenever you take your car in
for servicing you should therefore hand your
BMW Service Advisor the remote control unit
that you last used.

Make sure that the date is always set cor-
rectly, refer to page

; otherwise the

effectiveness of Condition Based Service CBS
is not assured.

Service and Warranty Information

Booklet for US models and Warranty
and Service Guide Booklet for

Canadian models

Please consult your Service and Warranty Infor-
mation Booklet for US models and Warranty
and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models
for additional information on service require-
ments.

BMW recommends that you have service
and repair operations performed at your

BMW Center.
Take the time to ensure that these service pro-
cedures are confirmed by entries in your vehi-
cle's Service and Warranty Information Booklet
for US models and Warranty and Service Guide
Booklet for Canadian models. These entries
verify that your vehicle has received the speci-
fied regular maintenance.

Maintenance

204

Socket for On-Board

Diagnosis OBD

Primary components that make up exhaust
emissions can be checked by a device via the
OBD socket.
This socket is located on the driver's side to the
left, on the bottom of the instrument panel
underneath a cover.

Exhaust emission values

The warning lamps come on. The
exhaust emission values have wors-
ened. Have the car checked as soon
as possible.
Canadian models display these warn-
ing lamps.

The lamps flash under certain condi-

tions. This indicates excessive misfiring in the
engine. If this happens, you should reduce your
speed and visit your nearest BMW Center as
soon as possible. Severe engine misfiring can
quickly lead to serious damage of emissions-
related components, especially the catalytic
converter.
If the gas cap is not properly tightened, the OBD
system will assume that fuel vapor is escaping.
An indicator will then light up. If the gas cap is
then tightened, the indicator will go out within a
few days.

Event data recorders

Your vehicle may be equipped with one or sev-
eral measuring or diagnostic modules or a
device for recording or sending certain vehicle

data or information. In addition, if you have
signed a subscription contract for BMW Assist,
certain vehicle data may be transmitted or
recorded in order to facilitate the corresponding
services.

Care

Important information on the care and mainte-
nance of your BMW is contained in the Caring
for your vehicle brochure.

205

Replacing components

Onboard tool kit

The onboard tool kit is stored in a compartment
on the right-hand side of the luggage compart-
ment. Remove the cover.

Wiper blades

Fold up the wiper arm.

Remove the cover. To do so, press the hook
on the bottom, see arrow.

Fold the wiper blade upwards.

Remove the wiper blade in the direction of
the windshield, see arrow.

In order to avoid damage, make sure that
the wiper arms are against the windshield

before you open the engine compartment.

Lamps and bulbs

Lamps and bulbs make an essential contribu-
tion to vehicle safety. They should, therefore,
be handled carefully. BMW recommends hav-
ing your BMW Center perform any work that
you do not feel competent to perform yourself
or that is not described here.

Never touch the glass of new bulbs with
your bare fingers, as even minute

amounts of contamination will burn into the
bulb's surface and reduce its service life. Use a
clean tissue, cloth or something similar, or hold
the bulb by its base.

You can obtain a selection of replacement bulbs
at your BMW Center.

When working on electrical systems,
always begin by switching off the con-

sumer in question, otherwise short-circuits
could result. To avoid possible injury or equip-
ment damage when replacing bulbs, observe
any instructions provided by the bulb manufac-
turer.

For care and maintenance of the headlamps,
please follow the instructions in the separate
Caring for your vehicle brochure.

If the routine for changing a particular
bulb is not described here, please contact

your BMW Center or a workshop that works
according to BMW repair procedures with cor-
respondingly trained personnel.

Light-emitting diodes LEDs

Light-emitting diodes installed behind translu-
cent lenses serve as the light source for many of
the controls and displays in your vehicle. These
light-emitting diodes, which operate using a
concept similar to that applied in conventional

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206

lasers, are officially designated as Class 1 light-
emitting diodes.

Do not remove the covers or expose the
eyes directly to the unfiltered light source

for several hours at a time, otherwise this could
cause irritation to the retina.

Xenon lamps

The service life of these bulbs is very long and
the probability of a failure is very low, provided
that they are not switched on and off an unusual
number of times. If a xenon lamp fails neverthe-
less, switch on the fog lamps and continue the
journey with great care, provided that local leg-
islation does not prohibit this.

Have work on the xenon lighting system
performed only by your BMW Center or a

workshop that works according to BMW repair
procedures with correspondingly trained per-
sonnel. Due to the high electrical voltages
present, there is a risk of potentially fatal acci-
dents if work is performed inappropriate.

Parking lamps, roadside parking lamps

In the event of a malfunction, please contact
your BMW Center or a workshop that works
according to BMW repair procedures with cor-
respondingly trained personnel.

Halogen lamps

H7 bulb, 55 watts

Always wear gloves and eye protection;
the atmosphere within the H7 bulb is

pressurized. Otherwise there is a risk of injury if
the bulb is damaged.

There are separate headlamp covers for low-
beam headlamps and high-beam headlamps.

Be careful when installing the covers, oth-
erwise leaks could occur and cause dam-

age to the headlamp system.

For checking and adjusting headlamp
aim, please contact your BMW Center.

Access to the lamps

The high-beam headlamp can be accessed
from the engine compartment, whereas the

low-beam headlamp is accessed through a flap
in the wheel well.

1 Cover for high-beam headlamp
2 Cover for low-beam headlamp
3 Turn signal bulb socket
To remove the covers:

Fold the respective wire bracket to the side,
see arrows.

Flip open the cover and take it out of the
guide.

Follow the same steps in reverse order to reat-
tach the covers.

Access through the wheel well

Only for low-beam headlamps and turn signals:

Turn the wheel inwards.

Open the flap in the wheel well. To do so,
turn the fastener counterclockwise using a
coin, for example.

Changing low-beam and high-beam

bulbs

Remove the relevant cover for the head-
lamp.

Disconnect the plug from the lamp.

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