User manual BMW SERIE 3 COUPE 2004

[. . . ] Owner's Manual for Vehicle Contents A-Z Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 157 593 - © 09/03 BMW AG 325Ci 330Ci Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 157 593 - © 09/03 BMW AG 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. [. . . ] cle and object decreases, the intervals detected ­ such as a curb edge ­ can disappear out of the detection range of between the tones become shorter. A PDC is a parking aid that can the sensors before a continuous tone continuous tone indicates the presidentify objects if they are sounds. ence of an object less than 1 ft/30 cm approached slowly, as is generally the Loud sources of sound from outside or away. Avoid driving inside the vehicle could drown out the towards objects rapidly; due to underly- The warning signal is canceled after ing physical principles, the system may approx. three seconds if the distance to PDC signal tone. < otherwise alert you too late for you to the object remains constant during this Keep the sensors clean and free take evasive steps. < time ­ if you are moving parallel to of ice or snow in order to ensure a wall, for instance. that they will continue to operate effecThe system starts to operate automatiSystem malfunctions will be indicated tively. one second after you shift by a continuous high-pitched tone Do not apply high pressure spray to the into Reverse or move the selector lever when the system is activated the first sensors for a prolonged period of time. into the R position with the ignition key time. Please have the problem fixed by Always maintain a distance of more in position 2. than 4 in/10 cm. < Let this short period elapse before driving backwards. < PDC is deactivated when you shift back out of Reverse. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 157 593 - © 09/03 BMW AG Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) The concept DSC maintains vehicle stability, even in critical driving situations. The DSC is operational every time you start the engine. DSC incorporates the Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) and Cornering Brake Control (CBC) functions. The vehicle will remain completely operational, however, without DSC. In the event of a fault, please consult your BMW center. Indicator and warning lamps for Canadian models. 83 Indicator lamps The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out shortly after you switch on the ignition, refer to page 19. > The indicator lamp flashes: DSC is actively controlling drive torque and braking intervention > The indicator lamp stays lit: DSC has been switched off with the button; DTC and DBC are operational. DTC control intervention is not indicated. The indicator lamp and the brake warning lamp continuously light up in yellow: The DSC, DTC and DBC have been switched off manually or there is a system malfunction. Deactivating the DSC/activating the DTC Press the DSC button briefly; the indicator lamp comes on and stays on. In the following rare situations, it may prove useful to activate the DTC for a brief period: > When rocking the vehicle or starting off in deep snow or on loose surfaces > When driving on snow-covered grades, in deep snow, or on a snowcovered surface that has been packed down from being driven on > When driving with snow chains. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 157 593 - © 09/03 BMW AG Index Data Repairs Maintenance Controls Overview 84 Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) Under these special circumstances traction is increased by deactivating the control systems that enhance traction under normal conditions. The laws of physics cannot be repealed even with DSC. [. . . ] 01 41 0 157 593 - © 09/03 BMW AG Index Data Repairs Maintenance Controls Overview 156 Weights 325Ci Curb weight with manual transmission/SMG with automatic transmission Approved gross vehicle weight with manual transmission/SMG with automatic transmission Approved front axle load Approved rear axle load Approved roof load capacity Luggage compartment capacity lbs/kg lbs/kg lbs/kg lbs/kg lbs/kg lbs/kg lbs/kg cu ft/l 3, 197/1, 450 3, 285/1, 490 4, 255/1, 930 4, 343/1, 970 1, 984/900 2, 425/1, 100 165/75 14. 5/410 3, 285/1, 490 3, 362/1, 525 4, 343/1, 970 4, 420/2, 005 2, 006/910 2, 469/1, 120 165/75 14. 5/410 330Ci Approved axle loads and approved gross vehicle weight must never be exceeded. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 157 593 - © 09/03 BMW AG Capacities Notes 157 Windshield/ Headlamp washer reservoir Engine with oil filter change Specifications, refer to page 126 quarts/liters quarts/liters approx. 6. 9/6. 5 BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil Specifications, refer to page 126 Lifetime lubricant, no oil change required Manual and automatic transmission and differential ­ Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 157 593 - © 09/03 BMW AG Index Data Repairs Maintenance Controls Overview Fuel tank Reserve gal. /liters gal. /liters approx. [. . . ]