Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 318i Convertible (1998) BMW
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Owner’s Manual for the vehicle. With a quick reference guide for your convenience. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 9 790 377 - © 07/98 BMW AG A-Z Contents.
Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 9 790 377 - © 07/98 BMW AG.
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Congratulations, and thank you for choosing a BMW. Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide you with enhanced control and security when you drive it.
4 Notes on the Owner's Manual We have made every effort to ensure that you are able to find what you need in this Owner's Manual as quickly as possible. The fastest way to find certain topics is by using the detailed index at the end. If you require an initial over- view of your vehicle, this can be found in the first chapter.
5 Status when going to press BMW pursues a policy of continuous, ongoing development that is conceived to ensure that our vehicles continue to embody the highest quality standards combined with advanced, state-of-the- art technology.
For your own safety a Use unleaded gasoline only. Fuels containing up to 10% ethanol or other oxygenates with up to 2.8% ox- ygen by weight (i.e. 15% MTBE or 3% methanol plus an equivalent amount of co-solvent) will not void the applicable warranties with respect to defects in materials or workmanship.
7 The following only applies to vehicles owned and operated in the US. REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying BMW of North America, Inc.
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9 At a glance Controls and features Care and maintenance Advanced technology Technical data Owner service procedure At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Index Online Edition for Part No.
Contents At a glance Controls and features Cockpit 16 Instrument cluster 18 Indicator and warning lamps 20 Hazard warning system 22 Hazard warning triangle 22 First-aid kit 22 Refueling 23 Fuel specif.
11 Contents Controls and features Care and maintenance Lamps: Parking lamps/low beams 85 Instrument panel lighting 85 Foglamps 86 Interior lamps 86 Reading lamps 86 An inviting climate: Heated seats 8.
Contents Owner service procedure Advanced technology Technical data Replacement procedures: Onboard tool kit 140 Windshield wiper blades 140 Lamps and bulbs 141 Master key with battery lamp 145 Changi.
13 Everything from A to Z 172 Owner service procedures from A to Z 174 Index Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 9 790 377 - © 07/98 BMW AG.
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15 At a glance Contr ols and features Car e and maintenance Ad vanced tec hnology T echnical data Owner service procedur e Inde x At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Cockpit 16 .
16 Cockpit A TO 360us306 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 9 790 377 - © 07/98 BMW AG.
Controls and features Maintenance At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index 17 1 Lamp switch 85 2 Foglamps 86 3 Horn, entire surface 4 Wiper/washer lever 61 5 Rear window defroster 91.
18 Instrument cluster 360us319 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 9 790 377 - © 07/98 BMW AG.
Controls and features Maintenance At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index 19 1 Fuel gauge with low-fuel warning lamp 64 2 Indicator lamp for turn signals 20 3 Speedometer 4 Indicato.
20 Turn signal left/right, green k Flashes when the turn signals are in operation. Battery charge current, red v Goes out after the engine has started. If the lamp comes on during normal vehicle operation: The battery is no longer being charged. Indicates a defect in the generator drive belt or the charging circuit.
At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index 21 Brake hydraulics, red n Goes out after the engine has started. If the lamp comes on during normal vehicle operation: low brake fluid. Additional notes: Page 128 Parking brake, red m Goes out after the engine has started.
22 The button flashes intermittently when the hazard warning lamps are on. The button is also illuminated whenever the vehicle lighting is switched on. The warning triangle can be stored in the luggage compartment in a storage shelf at the right for convenient access.
At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index 23 Refueling Fuel specification To unlock the filler door in the event of a central locking system failure, refer to page 152 . a When handling fuel, comply with the safety regulations displayed by gas stations.
24 The OBD II interface (data link connec- tor) is located beneath a cover panel (with the letters "OBD") near the foot support in the driver’s side footwell (arrow).
At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index 25 BCBC + C / $ BCBC Tire inflation pressures If the driver's door is open, the infla- tion pressures are also visible on the door pillar. Inflation pressures are indicated in psi (bar) with tires cold (ambient temperature).
26 BCBC + C / $ BCBC Tire inflation pressures (cont.) Coupe models BMW model T ire siz es Inflation pr essures are indicated in psi (bar) 31 8 is 323is 205/60 R 1 5 91 H 225/55 R 1 5 92 V 225/50 ZR 1 6 205/60 R 1 5 91 Q , H M+S 225/50 R 1 6 92 Q M+S 29 (2.
At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index 27 BCBC + $ BC- max. Tire inflation pressures (cont.) Con vertible models BMW model T ire siz es Inflation pr essures are indicated in psi (bar) 31 8 i 323i 205/60 R 1 5 91 H 225/55 R 1 5 92 V 225/50 ZR 1 6 205/60 R 1 5 91 Q , H M+S 225/50 R 1 6 92 Q M+S 29 (2.
28 Locks and security systems: Keys 30 Electronic vehicle immobilizer 30 Doors 31 Luggage compartment lid 33 Luggage compartment 34 Power windows 35 Sliding/tilt sunroof 36 Convertible top operation 3.
At a glance Controls and features Care and maintenance Advanced technology Technical data Owner service procedure At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Index 29 Technology for dri.
30 1 M a ster ke y with batter y -pow ered lamp (switch on b y pr essing the BMW symbol). 2 M a ster ke y without lamp . 3 Spar e key to be kept in a safe place e. g. in your wallet . This k ey is not intended for continuous use. 4 D oor and ignition key This k ey does not oper ate the locks for the glove compartment and the luggage compartment.
31 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Operating central loc king system from outside the v ehicle When the front doors are closed, the activation of a door lock or of the lug- .
32 a Children can lock the doors from inside. Therefore, you should always remove the key and take it with you to ensure that you can unlock the car from the outside at all times. c In an accident, the central locking sys- tem automatically unlocks the doors and the interior lamps switch on.
33 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index The lock actuation is only possible with a master key. Central locking system To engage locks To lock the luggage compartment separately The luggage compartment lid is locked and disconnected from the central lock- ing system.
34 To close The handle recess (arrow) makes it eas- ier to pull down the luggage compart- ment lid. a Do not drive with the luggage lid open, as exhaust fumes could be drawn into the interior of the vehicle.
35 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Operational from ignition key posi- tion 1. d Depr ess the rock er switch until you feel resist ance: The windo w continues to mo ve as long as the rock er switch is pressed.
36 Pressing and holding down the center button opens or closes all four side win- dows simultaneously. During opening, briefly press the rocker switch to just beyond the pressure point (one-touch mode): the side win- dows move automatically. Press briefly and let go again to stop movement.
37 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index a Careless closing can lead to inju- ries. Always remove the key from the ignition when leaving the vehicle.
38 Unlock the convertible top storage compartment with the handle in the rear left side panel. b From ignition key position 1 or with the door open: If the side windows are closed, they move downward slightly when the convertible top compartment unlocking handle is operated.
39 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Closing convertible top Move ignition key into position 1. Unlock and open the convertible top storage compartment.
40 a The convertible top operates fully automatically. Assistance with your hand is necessary only as an exception (refer to the note, next column). Only operate the convertible top with the vehicle stopped and do not drive off during operation, as otherwise the pro- cess will be interrupted.
41 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index b The luggage compartment can not be opened during convertible top oper- ation. The side windows move down slightly when the convertible t.
42 2 Open the con vertible top compart- ment lid up to the stop with the lug- gage compartment closed. 3 Gr a sp the conv er tible top on the lat- eral guide section and on the fr ont soft-top frame and lift it out (arro w). P osition the rear convertible top bo w vertically and close the convertible top compartment lid.
43 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Longitudinal adjustment Pull lever 1 and slide seat into desired position. After releasing the lever, make sure that the locking device engages properly. Height adjustment Pull lever 2 and load or relieve seat as required.
44 a Head restraints reduce the risk of neck injuries. Always position the head restraint so that it is centered roughly at ear level. Never try to adjust your seat while oper- ating the vehicle. The seat could re- spond by moving in a way that you had not anticipated, causing you to lose control of the vehicle which could lead to an accident.
45 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Lumbar support * Adjust the curvature as desired with the rocker switch. You can adjust the backrest's contour for additional support in the curvature of your spine's lumbar region.
46 Exterior mirrors 1 Mirror switch for 4-wa y adjustment . 2 Switch for changing to the other mirror: d Push switch to left – driver's mirror. d Push switch to right – passenger's mirror. You can also adjust the mirrors manu- ally by pressing against the outer edges of the lens.
47 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Always fasten your seat belt before starting off. To fasten: make sure you hear the catch engage in the belt buckle. To release: press the red button in the buckle, hold the belt and guide it back into its reel.
48 Expectant mothers should always wear their safety belts, taking care to position the lap belt against the lower hips, where it will not exert pressure against the abdominal area. Never attempt to modify the safety belts. c For care instructions refer to page 134 .
49 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index To release the belt Release the buckle, remove the child restraint device and allow the inertia reel to retract the belt completely. b Please also make this information available to your passengers and urge them to observe the instructions for safety belt use.
50 a Before install- ing any child re- straint device or child seat, please read the follow- ing: Never install a rearward-facing child restraint system in the front passenger seat of this car. Your car is equipped with an airbag supplemental restraint system for the front passenger.
51 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index The airbags are triggered by impacts coming from the directions shown in the illustration. Note that the supple- mentary protection against lateral impact is available only on vehicles equipped with optional door-mounted airbags.
52 Notes on safety Never attempt to remove the gas gener- ator for the airbag passenger-restraint system from the vehicle. Testing and service procedures are to be performed exclusively by qualified technicians.
53 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Following an unforeseen, automatic extension, the rollover protection sys- tem can be lowered again. To do this, remove the screwdriver han- dle and the special tool (stored on the socket wrench) from the onboard tool kit and push them together.
54 0 Steering lock engaged The key can only be inserted and removed in this position. After extracting the key, turn the steer- ing wheel a small amount to the left or right until you hear the lock engage.
55 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index When starting a cold engine at extreme- ly low temperatures (+5 5 F/-15 6 or be - low) or at high altitudes (abov e 3,300 ft./ 1,000 meters), proceed as follows: d At the first attempt, keep the starter engaged for a bit longer (approx.
56 To engage The lock engages automatically when you lift the lever. The "P" indicator lamp appears in the instrument cluster when you turn the ignition key to position 2 (refer to page 21 ). To release Pull up on the lever, then press the release button and lower the lever.
57 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index The shift lever's neutral plane (dot in the illustration) is located between 3rd and 4th gears Whenever you shift from any gear into "Neutral", the shift lever will automati- cally return to the specified gear plane.
58 Selector lever positions P R N D 3 2 1 Shift programs Switch: d A (Automatic) d M (Manual) Shift lever in position 3: d Sport program See next page for an explanation of the programs. Range selection A lock prevents inadvertent shifts into certain selector lever positions.
59 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index D - Drive (automatic shift pr ogram) This position is designed for driving under all normal operating conditions.
60 Indicator lamp for shift electronics d If the lamp fails to go out or d if it lights up during driving, there is a malfunction in the shifting electronics or in the transmission. Bring the vehicle to a stop, select trans- mission position "P", set the parking brake and turn the engine off (ignition key to position 0).
61 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index 0 W ipers retr acted 1 I ntermittent wipe 2 N or mal wipe 3 F a st wipe 4 Brief wipe 5 A utomatic windshield washer 1 Intermittent wipe The length of the interval is varied auto- matically according to the car's actual road speed.
62 You can store and automatically main- tain any desired vehicle speed above approx. 25 mph (40 km/h). The stored speed is deleted when the motor is switched off. 1 Accelerate Tap the lever briefly: The system records and maintains the current vehicle speed.
63 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Records the total vehicle mileage (registers distance in kilometers on Canadian vehicles). Trip odometer Records trip distances up to 999.9 miles (kilometers). To reset to zero Press button.
64 When you switch on the ignition, the indicator lamp comes on briefly to indi- cate that the system is operational. If the indicator lamp comes on and stays on, there are approx. 2.1 gallons (8 liters) of fuel in the tank. Tank volume: Page 166 . If the tilt of the vehicle varies, e.
65 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index b Have your BMW Retailer carry out the maintenance and repair. Your BMW Retailer is always informed on the latest maintenance work and repair tech- niques and equipped with the required special tools.
66 With the different versions you can dis- play not only the time and the date, but also information e.g., on economical driving and warnings on defective sys- tems.
67 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Check Control with outside temperature display and digital clock For explanations and operating instruc- tions, refer to page 74 ff. Onboard computer For explanations and operating instruc- tions, refer to page 77 ff.
68 You can d display the time and date d pre-pr ogram an hourly reminder sig- nal (memo) e .g . , a reminder of the news d display the outside temperatur e .
69 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Memo mode Press the MEMO key to activate or deactivate the signal. When MEMO is active, a tone symbol appears in the right display. The signal sounds every hour at the pre-programmed time or without programming 15 seconds before each full hour.
70 To reset the time Press the HR/DAT key in the clock mode for approx. 3 seconds until the dots in the display flash. Confirm your entry by pressing the SET key. To reset the date Press the HR/DAT key in the date mode for approx. 3 seconds until the dots in the display flash.
71 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Texts with messages and warnings are used to alert the driver to defective sys- tems. In addition, there is a warning lamp in the instrument panel. The time and date can be displayed with the digital clock.
72 Priority 3 These status reports usually appear after the car is parked and the ignition key returned to position 0 (if several messages have been recorded, they will appear consecutively , with Priority 3 messages following Priority 1 and 2 messages).
73 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index After a power failure The time display flashes and the follow- ing appears in the left display: enter time. d Enter the time with the entry k eys . d Pr es s the SET/RES ke y . The clock starts .
74 The Check Control uses texts with mes- sages and warnings to alert the driver to defective systems. In addition, an indicator lamp is provided in the instru- ment cluster. For details and operating instructions, refer to pages 71 , 72 . The outside temperature can also be displayed.
75 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Display outside temperature Press TEMP key. If the outside temperature drops below 37 .5 5 F (+3 6 ), a warning signal sounds , the temperature display automatically appears and flashes for 8 seconds.
76 To reset the time Press the CLOCK key until the left dis- play indicates: Enter time. The dots flash. Complete the number entry by pressing the SET/RES key. To reset the date Press the DATE key until the left display indicates: Enter date. The dots flash.
77 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Allows you to select display data for safe and economical driving. If your car is equipped with the Check Control option, texts with information and warnings are used to alert the driver to system malfunctions.
78 In the interest of driving safety, you should always enter data with the vehi- cle parked/stationary. The on-board computer starts its calculations as soon as the vehicle starts to move. You can also use the remote control to select information for display, refer to page 83 .
79 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Estimated cruising range Displays the estimated travel range based on the remaining fuel. The value takes into account the way in which way the car has been driven. Data request: press RANGE key.
80 Speed limit warning (Limit) You are alerted when you exceed the maximum speed that you entered ear- lier (e.g., posted speed limit). An acous- tic signal sounds, the corresponding LED flashes and the stored limit briefly appears in the display.
81 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index To stop: When the time is displayed: d Pr es s the SET/RES ke y . If other information is displayed: d Ke y sequence as in illustration . Take intermediate time: d Pr es s the TIMER key . The LED flashes, the intermediate time is displayed and the timer continues to run.
82 Switch on directly Available only with ignition key at posi- tion 1. Key sequence as in illustration. Switch off directly In ignition key position 1: key sequence as in the illustration.
83 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Remote control You can use the turn signal lever to select various display sequences for computer data following entry. To enter: d Keep the turn signal lever depressed until "Pr og 1" appears in the displa y .
84 Automatic Stability Control plus Traction (ASC+T) This system is designed to enhance operating stability, especially while accelerating and during cornering. ASC+T automatically assumes opera- tion each time you start the engine. The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out shortly after you switch on the ignition.
85 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Parking lamps D Low beams LIGHTS ON warning When you turn the ignition key to 0, a buzzer sounds for a few seconds after the driver's door has been opened, if the lamps have not been turned off.
86 Foglamps * 0 Continuously of f . 1 Lamps on: d With door open (switching via door contact). d F or a few seconds af ter closing the door; lamps go out immediatel y when the ignition is switched on . d After the ignition ha s been switched off for a few seconds, if the vehicle lighting was switc hed on.
87 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index BMW Convertible The switches for the map reading lamps next to the interior lamp are operated in the same manner as the interior lamp switch. The seat cushion and backrest can be heated at ignition key position 2.
88 Automatic climate control 3 B M W B M W A AUTO 4 1 2 A U T O 360de306 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 9 790 377 - © 07/98 BMW AG.
89 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index 1 Air flow dir ected against windshield and door windows 2 Air flow to ward upper body The r otary dial on the right affords continuous opening or closing of the air supply , the lev er changes the direction of the air flow .
90 Controls 1 Automatic air distribution 2 Individual air distribution 3 T emperatur e and air flow displa y 4 Air gr ill for interior temperatur e sensor - plea se k eep clear and unobstructed 5 T o.
91 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index To defrost windshield and door windows Air conditioner Circulated air mode/Automatic recirculated air control (AUC) * Press the button repeatedly to run through the following control sequence: d Indicator lamps off: outside air flow operational.
92 Air supply Draft-free ventilation You can adjust the vent outlets for the upper body area to select the optimum airflow rates and directions for your own personal requirements: Use rotary controls 1 to open and close the vents throughout and infinitely-vari- able range.
93 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index BMW Hi-Fi System (Harman/ Kardon) 1O n 2O f f In the "On" position, the listener is given the impression of a considerably larger passenger compartment with an improved stereo effect in all seats.
94 To open Press against the recess (arrow). To extinguish a cigarette, tap off the ash and gently press the tip into the funnel. To empty Press on the edge of the lid with the ashtray open: the ashtray insert pops up and can be removed. The rear ashtray is operated in the same manner.
95 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Pull the strap to fold down the armrest. To open drawer * : Unlock and pull out the drawer by pull- ing on the drawer handle. The drawer locks in any position. The cup holder can be shifted as necessary.
96 BMW Sedan - loading the ski bag Fold down the center armrest. Detach from the mounts (1) with one hand, press slightly toward the rear with the other hand (2) and remove upward. Detach the Velcro strip at the top of the cut-out trim and lay it on the seat.
97 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index BMW Convertible - loading the ski bag Removing filler piece. Detach cut-out trim at bottom. Extend the ski sack between the front seats. The zipper provides convenient access to the inside of the sack, and can also be left open to promote drying.
98 Stowing a load If you are transporting a load in your BMW d Stow a heavy load as far forward as possible - directly behind the back- rests or the front wall of the luggage compartment - and on the floor . d Cov er sharp edges and cor ners . d Do not pile objects higher than the top edge of the backr est.
At a glance Controls and features Care and maintenance Advanced technology Technical data Owner service procedure At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Index 99 Special operating .
10 0 To ensure that your vehicle provides maximum economy throughout a long service life, we request that you observe the following. Engine and differential Up to 1,250 miles (2,000 km): Drive at diff.
101 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Clutch Depress the clutch throughout its com- plete travel range to shift gears. Do not "ride" the clutch by driving with your foot resting against the pedal. a Brakes: Do not drive with your foot resting on the brake pedal.
10 2 The catalytic converter reduces harmful exhaust emissions. It is designed for use with unleaded fuel only. Even minute quantities of lead would be enough to permanently damage both the catalytic converter and the system's oxygen sensor.
10 3 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index ABS enhances active safet y b y helping to pr ev ent the wheels from locking under braking . When the fr ont wheels slide, the driver loses steering control ov er the vehicle . T raction loss at the rear wheels can cause the r ear end to break int o uncontrolled o ver steer .
10 4 Disc brakes furnish optimum decelera- tion and braking control as well as greater fade resistance under heavy use. Limited vehicle use, extended periods with the car parked or in storage and light loading will increase the tendency for corrosion to form on the rotors, and dirt to accumulate on the pads.
10 5 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Failure of one brake circuit Pedal travel increases, more pressure is required at the pedal. The remaining circuit continues to pro- vide good braking response. a In the event of any malfunction in the brake system, consult the nearest BMW Retailer as soon as possible.
10 6 Brakes Winter road conditions substantially reduce the amount of traction available between the tires and the road surface; the resulting - considerable - increases in braking distance should be continu- ally borne in mind.
10 7 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index A special luggage system is available as an option for your BMW. Please observe the precautions included with the installation instructions. Because roof racks raise the center of gravity of the car when loaded, they exercise a major effect on its handling and steering response.
10 8 The reception and sound quality obtained from mobile radios varies according to a variety of factors, includ- ing the broadcast range of the transmit- ter and the directional orientation of the antenna.
10 9 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Even in winter, when the hardtop may be in constant use, the fabric top does not need to be removed. Before storing the fabric top in the convertible top compartment, it must be absolutely dry to prevent the formation of water and mildew spots.
11 0 a Do not lift the hardtop by the seals. Accidentally shifted or pulled-out seals cause leaks. c Remove Proceed as for mounting, however in the reverse order. Any BMW Service station will gladly provide information on the purpose of technical modifications to the car, the legal position and the manufacturer's recommendations.
111 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Information for your safety The factory-approved radial tires have been selected to provide optimum safety and driving comfort on your vehi- cle. In a very real sense, both tire life and your own safety are riding on correct tire specifications and inflation pres- sures.
11 2 To maintain good handling and vehicle response, use only tires of a single tread configuration from a single manu- facturer. a Do not use retreaded tires, as oth- erwise driving safety may be impaired.
11 3 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Tires and wheels Use only BMW-approved tires. Due to the high speeds which this vehi- cle can reach, the use of specific brands, specifications and dimensions is mandatory. Consult any BMW Retailer for details.
11 4 W e recommend winter tires (M+S radial tires) for operation under inclement win- ter driving conditions. Although all-sea- son M+S tires pr ovide better winter traction than st andard summer tires with H , V , W and ZR speed r atings, they generall y fail to pr ovide the same lev els of performance as standard snow tires in winter driving.
11 5 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index b Size 185/65 R 15 88 T tires are only for the BMW 318i Sedan. c b Sizes 225/55 R 15 92 V, 225/55 R 92 Q , T , H M+S , 225/50 ZR 1 6 . These tires are not suitable for use with snow chains.
11 6 b Sizes 225/55 R 15 92 V, 225/55 R 92 Q , T , H M+S , 225/50 ZR 1 6 . These tires are not suitable for use with snow chains. c Modifications to the v ehicle are requir ed before retrofitting tires in the above dimensions. Please consult your BMW Retailer.
11 7 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index b Size 225/50 ZR 16 tires are not suitable for use with snow chains. c Modifications to the v ehicle are requir ed if retrofitting these tires.
11 8 Unlocking Pull the lever located under the left- hand side of the instrument panel. a Do not work on your vehicle with- out appropriate skills. Always switch off the engine and allow it to cool down be- fore working in the engine compart- ment. Always disconnect the battery before working on the electrical system.
11 9 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 9 790 377 - © 07/98 BMW AG.
12 0 Engine compartment BMW 318i, 318is 7 6 5 5 4 3 2 1 4 360de090 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 9 790 377 - © 07/98 BMW AG.
12 1 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index 1 F use box 2 Brak e fluid reservoir 3 Engine oil dipstick 4 Coolant e xpansion tank 5 Engine oil filler neck 6 Supply tank for headlamp washer * and windshield washer system 7B a t t e r y Engine compartment BMW 318i, 318is Online Edition for Part No.
12 2 Engine compartment BMW 323i, 323is, 328i, 328is 1 3 2 4 5 6 7 8 360de091 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 9 790 377 - © 07/98 BMW AG.
12 3 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index 1 F use box 2 Engine oil dipstick 3 Brak e fluid reservoir 4 P ower steering oil reserv oir 5 Coolant e xpansion tank 6 Engine oil fil.
12 4 Headlamp washer * and windshield washer Capacity approx. 2.65 US quarts (2.5 liters) for the windshield washer or 5.3 US quarts (5 liters) in conjunction with the headlamp cleaning system. Fill with water and - if required - with antifreeze (according to the manufac- turer's recommendations).
12 5 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Measure the oil level: 1 Pull out dipstic k and wipe off with a lint-free cloth, paper tissue, etc . 2 Push the dipstic k all the wa y int o the guide tube and pull it out again . 3 The oil le vel should be betw een the tw o mar ks on the dipstick.
12 6 a Continuous exposure to used oil has caused cancer in laboratory testing. Any skin areas that come in contact with oil should be thoroughly washed with soap and water. Always store oil, grease, etc., out of reach of children. Observe all warning labels and information on lubricant containers.
12 7 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Coolant level with engine cold: up to the KALT/COLD mark on the transpar- ent coolant expansion tank. The coolant is a mixture of water and extended-duty antifreeze with corrosion inhibitor .
12 8 Warning lamp for brake hydraulic sys- tem lights up: Brake fluid loss resulting in extended pedal travel. Fill up to the upper mark (MAX, level visible from the outside). Any BMW Retailer can provide you with information on factory-approved brake fluids (DOT 4).
12 9 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index High steering effort: Check oil level, refer to previous page. High steering effort during sudden tran- sitions: Please contact your BMW Retailer for an immediate inspection. a If the power steering fails, in- creased effort will be required to steer the vehicle.
13 0 The BMW Maintenance System has been designed as a reliable means of providing the customer with maximum vehicle safety and reliability with mini- mum complication and expense. Please remember that regular periodic maintenance plays an essential part in ensuring continued vehicle security.
13 1 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Washing your car Right from the start, you can wash your new BMW either by hand or in an auto- matic car wash. BMW Convertible: For instructions on cleaning and care of the convertible top, refer to page 136 ff.
13 2 Exterior finish To provide effective corrosion protec- tion, multilayer paintwork is applied at the factory. Cataphoretic immersion priming techniques are supplemented using special body-cavity protectants, with the application of specially-devel- oped and extensively tested materials.
13 3 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Waxing your car Protect the finish using carnauba or synthetic-based waxes only. The best way to determine when the finish needs to be waxed is by noting when water stops beading on the sur- face.
13 4 The safety belts should be cleaned with a mild soap and water solution without being removed from the car. Never attempt chemical or dry cleaning, as damage to the belt fabric could result. After cleaning, never allow the inertia reel to retract the belts until they are completely dry.
13 5 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Leather care The leather upholstery * used by BMW is a natural product of the highest qual- ity, processed using state-of-the-art methods to ensure that it will maintain its high quality for years to come, pro- vided that it is properly cared for.
13 6 Care The appearance and life of the convert- ible top are highly dependent on its proper care and operation. You should pay particular attention to the following instructions if your care has a light-col- ored top.
13 7 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Never use spot remover, paint thinner, solvents, gasoline etc. to remove spots from the convertible top and from the rear window, as these substances destroy the rubber seals and lead to leaks.
13 8 Conduct the following work immedi- ately prior to storing the vehicle: 1 A ctivate the parking brak e and foot- brak e to dry them; this will pr event the brak e disks and dr ums from cor - roding .
At a glance Controls and features Care and maintenance Advanced technology Technical data Owner service procedure At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Index 13 9 Replacement proc.
14 0 Under the luggage compartment lid. Unscrew the wingnut for access. Lift the wiper arm, press the locking spring and pull off the wiper blade, pull- ing along the wiper arm. 360de114 Onboard tool kit Windshield wiper blade replacement Online Edition for Part No.
14 1 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index The lamps and bulbs on your car play a vital role in ensuring road safety, a fact which you should always bear in mind in caring for them.
14 2 Front turn signals 21 watt bulb d Release the hooks with a scre w - driver . d Remo ve the lamp from the fr ont. d Release the bulb holder and remov e. d Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while turning it to the left to r emov e . d After replacing the bulb , re-insert the lamp and push it back until it engages audibly twice .
14 3 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Taillamps 1 T urn signal yello w 21 watt bulb 2 B ackup lamp white 21 watt bulb 3 Br ake lamp red 21 watt bulb 4 T aillamp r ed 5 watt bulb d Remo ve the lamp co ver after releas- ing the locking de vice .
14 4 License plate lamps 5 watt bulb d Scre w out the scre ws and remov e the handle . d Pr es s the bulb holder to the left and remo ve . d Extract the bulb fr om the contacts . Front interior lamp Interior lamp with reading lamps: (Bulbs 10 watt) d Interior lamp: use a scre wdriv er to press out the lens at the left recess .
14 5 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Luggage compartment lamps BMW Sedan, Coupe 10 watt bulb Lamp on underside of rear shelf: d Use a scre wdriver to pry out the lamp at the recess . d Replace bulb . BMW Convertible: 5 watt bulbs There is one lamp each in the bulb cov- ers of the rear lamps.
14 6 a Change tires only on a flat, hard surface affording good traction. Avoid jacking the car on a soft or slippery sup- port surface (snow, ice, loose gravel, etc.), as it could slide sideways. Take extra care to ensure that the base of the jack is positioned on a solid sup- port surface.
14 7 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Procedure 1 W heel bolt cover * r emov al. Steel disk wheel: r emov e wheel cover b y hand. Light-alloy wheel with lug cap in the shape of a large he xagon nut: position the hex agon adapter on the lug bolt cov er , apply the lug wrenc h and turn it to the left.
14 8 7 Lift the new or spare tire into posi- tion, secure b y scre wing at least two lug bolts into opposite soc kets and remo ve the alignment t ool. 8 Scre w in the remaining lug bolts , then tighten do wn all the lug bolts, working in a cr oss pattern.
14 9 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index The battery is located behind the right- side trim panel in the luggage compart- ment. A separate positive terminal in the engine compartment is available for jump-starting (also refer to page 153 ).
15 0 Removal and installation a Do not disconnect the battery cable from its terminal while the engine is running, as the resulting voltage surge would destroy the vehicle's electronic systems. c When disconnecting, start with the neg- ative terminal, then proceed to the pos- itive side.
15 1 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index If an electrical device fails, switch it off and check the fuse. The fuse box (electrical distribution center) with spare fuses, relays and plastic tweezers, is located on the left- hand side of the engine compartment.
15 2 Unlock tank filler door Pull the handle with the fuel pump sym- bol on the right trim panel in the lug- gage compartment. Sliding/tilt sunroof d Pr es s out the interior lamp with a scre wdriver at the left recess.
15 3 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Never use spray starter fluids to start the engine. When the battery is discharged, you can use two jumper cables to start your car with power from the battery in a second vehicle. Always use jumper cables with fully insulated handles on the terminal clamps.
15 4 Tow fittings The screw-in tow fitting is stored in the onboard tool kit; ensure that it remains with the vehicle at all times. It can be screwed in to either the front or the rear of the vehicle and is intended for towing only on a roadway. Access to tow sockets Front: Pry out the cover with a screwdriver.
At a glance Controls and features Care and maintenance Advanced technology Technical data Owner service procedure At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Index 15 5 Airbags 156 Automatic Stability Control plus Traction (ASC+T) 156 Radio reception 157 Safety belt tensioner 157 Online Edition for Part No.
15 6 Deceleration sensors continuously monitor the physical forces acting upon the vehicle. If a frontal impact results in deceleration, for which the protection afforded by safety belts no longer suf- fices, the gas generators of the driver's and the passenger's airbags ignite simultaneously.
15 7 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index AM pro vides substantially longer recep- tion ranges than FM. AM br oadca st sig- nals , propagated at gr ound level in the form of surface wav es, are also reflected from the ionospher e as atmospheric waves.
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At a glance Controls and features Care and maintenance Advanced technology Technical data Owner service procedure At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Index 15 9 Engine specifications 160 Dimensions 161 Weights 163 Capacities 166 Electrical system 167 Drive belts 167 Online Edition for Part No.
16 0 Engine specifications BMW 318i Sedan BMW 318is Coupe BMW 318i Convertible BMW 323is Coupe BMW 323i Convertible BMW 328i Sedan BMW 328is Coupe BMW 328i Convertible Displacement Number of cylinders cu.in (cm m ) 115.6 (1,895) 4 152.2 (2,494) 6 170.
At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index 16 1 BMW 318i Sedan BMW 318is Coupe BMW 318i Convertible Length in. (mm) 174.5 (4,433) 174.5 (4,433) 174.5 (4,433) Width in. (mm) 66.9 (1,698) 67.3 (1,710) 67.3 (1,710) Height (unloaded) in. (mm) 54.
16 2 BMW 328i Sedan BMW 328is Coupe BMW 328i Convertible Length in. (mm) 174.5 (4,433) 174.5 (4,433) 174.5 (4,433) Width in. (mm) 66.9 (1,698) 67.3 (1,710) 67.3 (1,710) Height (unloaded) in. (mm) 54.8 (1,393) 53.8 (1,366) 53.1 (1,348) Wheelbase in. (mm) 106.
At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index 16 3 BMW 318i Sedan BMW 318is Coupe BMW 318i Convertible Vehicle weight empty (including driver, ready for operation, with full tank of fuel,.
16 4 BMW 323is Coupe BMW 323i Convertible Vehicle weight, empty (incl. driver, ready for operation, with full tank of fuel, options not included) with manual transmission with automatic transmission l.
At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index 16 5 BMW 328i Sedan BMW 328is Coupe BMW 328i Convertible Vehicle weight, empty (incl. driver, ready for operation, with full tank of fuel, op.
16 6 Quarts (Liter) Notes Fuel tank of which reserve approx. 17 gal. (62) approx. 2 gal. (8) Fuel specification: Page 24 Windshield washer system with headlamp washer system approx. 2.6 (2.5) approx. 5.3 (5.0) For details: Page 124 Cooling system including heater circuit 6.
At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index 16 7 Battery BMW 318i, 318is 12 V, 65 Ah BMW 323i, 323is, 328i, 328is 12 V, 75 Ah BMW Convertible 12 V , 70 A h Spark plugs Dual electrode: B.
16 8 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 9 790 377 - © 07/98 BMW AG.
At a glance Controls and features Care and maintenance Advanced technology Technical data Owner service procedure At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Index 169 Everything from A to Z 170 Owner service procedures from A to Z 175 Online Edition for Part No.
170 Note: This index does not correspond to the original manual in all details A ABS (Antilock Brake System) 103 Acceleration values 163 Activated charcoal filter 92 Adjusting steering wheel 45 Air co.
171 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Note: This index does not correspond to the original manual in all details Clock 66 , 67 , 68 , 69 Cockpit 16 Coinbox 94 Computer 77 , 78.
172 Note: This index does not correspond to the original manual in all details I Ice warning 66 Identification mark, tires 113 Ignition 54 Ignition key 30 Ignition switch 54 Independent ventilation 81.
173 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Note: This index does not correspond to the original manual in all details components 105 S SAFETY DEFECTS 7 Seat heaters 87 Seat, electr.
174 Note: This index does not correspond to the original manual in all details Fill up 166 Washer reservoir Fill up 124 Washing your car 131 Water on the roads 101 Waxing, paintwork 133 Weights 163 Wh.
175 At a glance Controls Car care Repairs Technical Data Index Note: This index does not correspond to the original manual in all details A Add coolant 127 Adding oil 125 Adjusting washer nozzles 124 .
176 Note: This index does not correspond to the original manual in all details Top up windshield washer fluid reservoir 124 Towing 154 Tow fittings 154 Tow-starting 154 Turn signal, replace bulb 142 U.
So that you will have important specifi- cations available when you stop to re- fuel, we recommend that you supple- ment this table with data which apply to your vehicle. Fuel For a description, refer to page 23 Engine oil For a description, refer to page 125 The space between the two marks on the dipstick corresponds to approx.
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