BMW 01 41 0 158 515 manual

The Ultimate Driving Machine Owner's Manual for Vehicle Contents A-Z Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 515 - © 09/04 BMW AG[...]

M3 Convertible Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 515 - © 09/04 BMW AG[...]

Thank you for deciding on a BMW M3 Convertible. Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide you with enhanced control and security when you drive it. Therefore, we have one request: Read the information contained in this Owner's Manual before driving your new BMW M3 Convertible for the first time. It contains important information on v[...]

4 Notes © 2004 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich, Germany Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. Order No. 01 41 0 158 515 US English VIII / 04 Printed in Germany Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling. About this Owner's Manual We[...]

5 Notes Indicates that you should consult the relevant section of this Owner's Manual for information on a particular part or assembly. Your individual vehicle On purchasing your BMW, you have decided in favor of a model with individ- ualized equipment and features. This Owner's Manual will describe all of the equipment that the BMW M3 Co[...]

6 Notes For your own safety Maintenance and repair Advanced technology, e.g. the use of modern materials and high- performance electronics, requires spe- cially adapted maintenance and repair methods. Therefore, only have corre- sponding work on your BMW carried out by a BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with co[...]

7 Notes wheels, suspension components, brake dust shields, telephones, including operation of any mobile phone from within the vehicle without using an externally mounted antenna, or trans- ceiver equipment, for instance, CBs, walkie-talkie, ham radio or similar accessories, may cause extensive dam- age to the vehicle, compromise its safety, interf[...]

Contents Notes About this Owner's Manual 4 Additional sources of information 4 Symbols used 4 Your individual vehicle 5 Status at time of printing 5 For your own safety 6 Service and warranty 7 Reporting safety defects 7 Overview Cockpit 14 Instrument cluster 16 Indicator and warning lamps 18 Buttons in steering wheel 22 Hazard warning triangl[...]

Contents 9 Passenger safety systems: Airbags 55 Transporting children safely 58 Rollover protection system 62 Vehicle Memory, Key Memory 64 Driving: Ignition lock 65 Starting the engine and driving off 66 Switching off the engine 68 Parking brake 68 Manual transmission 69 Sequential M gearbox with Drivelogic* 70 Turn signal indicator/Headlamp flash[...]

Contents Owner service procedures Replacement procedures: Onboard tool kit 136 Windshield wiper blades 136 Lamps and bulbs 137 Tire repair with the M Mobility system 141 Battery 144 Fuses 145 Giving and receiving assistance: Receiving assistance 146 Jump-starting 147 Towing and tow-starting the vehicle 149 Technical data Engine data 154 Dimensions [...]

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13 Overview Controls and features Operation, maintenance Owner service procedures Technical data Index Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 515 - © 09/04 BMW AG[...]

14 Cockpit Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 515 - © 09/04 BMW AG[...]

15 1 Parking lamps/Low beams 90 2 > Turn signal indicators 75 > Standing lamps 91 > High beams 91 > Headlamp flasher 75 > Computer 83 3 Washer/wiper system/Rain sensor 76 4 Hazard warning flashers 5 Rear window defroster 97 6 > Initiating an emergency call 146 > Mobile Service 147 7 Central locking system 28 8 Horn: the entire [...]

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17 1 Fuel gauge 80 2 Turn signal indicator 20 3 Speedometer 4 Indicator and warning lamps 18 to 21 5 Tachometer and engine oil temperature gauge 79 6 Engine coolant temperature gauge 80 7 Indicator and warning lamps 18 to 21 8 Control button for > Clock 82 > Unit of measure of outside temperature display 83 9 Display for sequential M gearbox [...]

18 Indicator and warning lamps Technology that monitors itself Indicator and warning lamps that are identified by ● are tested for proper functioning whenever the ignition key is turned. They each light up once for dif- ferent periods of time. If a fault should occur in one of these systems, the corresponding lamp does not go out after the engine[...]

19 Red and yellow: continue driving cautiously The brake warning lamp comes on together with the yellow indi- cator lamps for ABS ● and DSC: The entire ABS, CBC and DSC control system has failed. Con- tinue driving cautiously and defensively and avoid full brake applications. Please have the system checked by your BMW center as soon as possible. [...]

20 Dynamic Stability Control DSC ● The indicator lamp flashes and an acoustic signal sounds: the system is active and governs drive and braking force. If the indicator lamp fails to go out after the engine is started, or if it comes on during normal driving and stays on: DSC has been deactivated, either at the button or in response to a system ma[...]

21 Cruise control Lights up when the cruise con- trol is activated. Ready for oper- ation via the buttons in the steering wheel. For additional information, refer to page 77 . Front fog lamps Lights up whenever the fog lamps are on. For additional information, refer to page 92 . Blue: for your information High beams Comes on when the high beams are[...]

22 Buttons in steering wheel These buttons let you operate the fol- lowing functions quickly and without being distracted from traffic conditions: > Selected radio functions > The cruise control > Selected telephone functions * > The voice command system * . The controls are active only when the corresponding systems and accessories are[...]

23 Hazard warning triangle* The hazard warning triangle is stored ready to use in the luggage compart- ment lid inside the toolbox for the onboard tool kit. To open the container, loosen the wing nut. Always observe all legal regula- tions requiring a warning triangle to be carried in the vehicle. < First-aid kit* The first-aid kit is located un[...]

24 Refueling Fuel filler door Always switch off the engine before refueling, as it is not possi- ble to add fuel with the engine running, and attempts may also trigger the SERVICE ENGINE SOON lamp. < Press on the rear edge of the fuel filler door to open and close it. If an electrical malfunction occurs, you can unlock the fuel filler door manua[...]

25 Closing the gas cap Place the cap in position and turn it until a clearly audible click is heard. Close the gas cap carefully after refueling until a click is heard. While closing, be sure not to squeeze the strap which is fastened to the cap. A loose or missing cap will activate the CHECK GAS CAP * lamp. < Warning lamp * lights up. The gas c[...]

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27 Overview Controls and features Operation, maintenance Owner service procedures Technical data Index Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 515 - © 09/04 BMW AG[...]

28 Opening and closing Keys The key set 1 Each master key with remote control is powered by an extended-life bat- tery that is charged automatically in the ignition lock as you drive. For this reason, user every master key at least twice a year to keep its battery charged. Depending on which master key is recognized when the vehicle is unlocked, di[...]

29 Opening and closing – via the remote control The concept The remote control also provides two additional functions beyond the central locking feature: > Switch on the interior lamps, refer to page 30 . With this function you can also search for your vehicle – when parked in an underground garage, for instance > Open the luggage compart[...]

30 To lock and secure Press button. As a confirmation that the vehi- cle's locks have engaged securely, the hazard warning flashers light up once. < You can have this confirmation signal deactivated. < To switch on the interior lamps After locking the vehicle, press button again. With this function, you can also search for your vehicle w[...]

31 Opening and closing – via the door lock Turning the key in the door lock once unlocks the driver's door, the fuel filler door and the glove compartment. Turning the key a second time unlocks the passenger's door and the luggage compartment lid. As a confirmation that the vehi- cle's locks have engaged securely, the hazard warnin[...]

32 Opening and closing – from the inside You can use this button to control the central locking system whenever the doors are closed. The doors and lug- gage compartment lid are unlocked or locked only. The anti-theft system is not activated. If only the driver's door was unlocked from the outside and you press the button, then, with the dri[...]

33 Luggage compartment lid The lock Only the master keys fit in the lock for the luggage compartment lid, refer to page 28 . To secure separately Lock the glove compartment using the master key. The luggage compartment lid is locked and disconnected from the central lock- ing system. This feature can be used to prevent unauthorized access to the lu[...]

34 To close The handle recesses in the interior trim panel of the luggage compartment lid make it easier to pull the lid down. To avoid injuries, be sure that the travel path of the luggage com- partment lid is clear when it is closed, following the same precautions as with all closing procedures. < Operate the vehicle only when the luggage comp[...]

35 Luggage compartment To fold up and secure the floor panel 1. Pull up at the handle and fold the panel up 2. Press the button to release the hanger from the handle 3. Hook the handle into the rubber seal of the drip rail. Carefully replace the hanger in its holder when lowering the floor panel back down. < The fittings at the corners of the lu[...]

36 When opening the convertible top, refer to page 39 , make sure that the convertible top compartment panel is folded down in the luggage compart- ment; otherwise you may damage something. < Alarm system* The concept The vehicle alarm system responds: > When a door, the hood or the lug- gage compartment lid are opened > To movement inside[...]

37 Indicator lamp displays > The indicator lamp below the interior rearview mirror flashes continuously: the system is armed > The indicator lamp flashes immedi- ately after the vehicle is locked: doors or luggage compartment lid are not completely closed. Even if you do not close the alerted area(s), the remain- ing areas are secured, and th[...]

38 Electric power windows To open and close windows With the ignition key in position 1 or higher > Press the switch until you feel resis- tance: the window continues to move as long as you continue to press the switch > Press the switch briefly past the pres- sure point: the window moves auto- matically. Touching the switch again stops the o[...]

39 Despite trap protection, always make sure that the windows can close without obstruction, otherwise in some cases, e.g. with thin objects, it is not guaranteed that the closing opera- tion will be interrupted. Trap protection is restricted when the switch is pulled and held beyond the pressure point. < After a power loss After the battery has[...]

40 Driving when the opening or clos- ing process has not been com- pleted can cause vehicle damage or personal injuries. Do not reach into the convertible top mechanism during opening and closing. Keep children away from the moving parts of the convertible top during operation. < If possible, only operate the con- vertible top with the vehicle s[...]

41 2. Ensure that the convertible top com- partment panel in the luggage com- partment is folded down, refer to page 35 ; otherwise, it will not be possible to open the convertible top 3. Make sure that the luggage compart- ment lid is closed 4. Press and hold the corresponding button for convertible top operation. It can take a few seconds until t[...]

42 Do not repeatedly interrupt and resume the closing operation, as otherwise the fully-automatic convert- ible top mechanism could be dam- aged. < In certain cases, the luggage compart- ment lid cannot be opened if the open- ing or closing operation has been inter- rupted. Operate the convertible top manu- ally in emergency situations only to a[...]

43 4. Grasp the convertible top by the lat- eral guide section – see arrow 1 – and the front convertible top frame – see arrow 2. Lift out the top and swing forward until you encounter a perceptible resistance at a stop. Position the rear convertible top frame vertically and close the con- vertible top compartment lid. Fold down the rear conv[...]

44 Position for cleaning To be able to access the convertible top compartment, lean the rear frame of the convertible top against the cover of the convertible top compartment. First, use the button for activating the convertible top to unlock the locks of the convertible top compart- ment. Refer to page 40 . < For additional information on vehi-[...]

45 3. Hold the wind deflector so that the smaller half points toward the front and guide the mounting pin for the side piece into the proper opening 4. Pull back on the mounting pin for the other side piece by using a slide, so that the mounting pin can be guided into the opening provided 5. Unlock the convertible top compart- ment lid via the conv[...]

46 To adjust Safe seating position For driving that is relaxed and less likely to cause fatigue, you should select a sitting position that reflects your per- sonal requirements. In combination with the safety belts and airbags, the correct seating position also plays an important role in enhancing occupant safety in the event of an accident. To ens[...]

47 Seats When adjusting your seat, always observe the following precautions Never try to adjust your seat while operating the vehicle. The seat could respond with an unexpected movement, and the ensuing loss of vehicle control could lead to an acci- dent. Never ride with the backrest reclined to an extreme horizontal angle – important for front p[...]

48 Adjusting the lumbar support* You can adjust the backrest's contour to support the lordosis of the spine, i.e. the curvature of its lumbar section. The upper hips and spinal column receive supplementary support to help you maintain a relaxed, upright position. > To increase or decrease the curva- ture: press front or rear of the switch. [...]

49 Rear head restraints The rear head restraints may only be lowered if there are no passen- gers in the rear seats. If you do so, you are in violation of the law. Raise the rear head restraints before taking on any passengers in the back. < To completely lower the rear head restraints: 1. Press the button and hold it down 2. Push the head restr[...]

50 The seat can be locked into posi- tion when it is tilted forward. This is particularly convenient when entering the vehicle on an incline, for example. Press against the backrest until you hear it snap into place. Lever 1 does not have to be released to fold the seat back. < Lock both backrests while driving, otherwise there is a danger of an[...]

51 Seat and mirror memory You can store and recall three different driver's seat and outside mirror posi- tions. Memory will not retain the adjust- ment made to the lumbar sup- port. < To store 1. Ignition key in position 1 or 2 2. Adjust your seat and outside mirrors to the desired position 3. Press the M EMORY button: the indica- tor lamp[...]

52 Passenger-side exterior mirror tilt function Automatic curb monitor * To activate: 1. Select the driver's mirror using the mirror selector switch 1 2. When shifting into Reverse or placing the selector lever in position R, the passenger-side mirror tilts down- ward. This allows the driver to see the area directly adjacent to the vehi- cle, [...]

53 Mirrors To adjust exterior mirrors 1 Switch for 4-way adjustment 2 Switch to select between mirrors To adjust manually The mirrors can also be adjusted manu- ally: Press the edges of the lens. To store the mirror setting, refer to Seat and mirror memory on page 51 . Curved mirror The outer part of each mirror conveys a slightly distorted, larger[...]

54 Steering wheel To adjust Never attempt to adjust the steer- ing wheel while driving the vehicle – it could respond with unexpected movement, posing a potential accident hazard. < 1. Push the locking lever downward 2. Adjust steering column reach and height for your selected seating posi- tion 3. Pull the lever back up. Online Edition for Pa[...]

55 Passenger safety systems Airbags 1 Front airbags on the driver and pas- senger sides 2 Side airbags on the driver and pas- senger sides – front and rear * Protective effect The front airbags protect the driver and passenger in the event of a head-on collision where the protection provided by the safety belt alone would not be adequate. The sid[...]

56 At all times, occupants should sit upright and be properly restrained – infants and small children in appropri- ate child-restraint systems; larger chil- dren and adults using the safety belts. Never let an occupant's head rest near or on a side airbag because the inflating airbag could cause a serious or fatal injury. Please note that th[...]

57 This is the right way a larger child should sit wearing the seat belt when rear side airbags are provided. Indicator lamp The indicator lamp indicates the operational status of the airbag system when the ignition key is in position 1 or higher. System operational: > The indicator lamp comes on briefly when the ignition key is turned to positi[...]

58 Transporting children safely Leave the rear safety belts in the holders if they are not needed to avoid unwanted movement from the safety belts at high speeds. < Commercially available child seats complying with the legal standard are designed to be secured with a seat belt or with the seat belt portion of a combi- nation lap/shoulder belt. I[...]

59 It is recommended to cover the child- restraint attaching clip with a soft mate- rial to prevent damage to the stored soft top. Should a hard top be installed, the fitting of child harness tether strap/s – if child seat is required – is necessary before installation of the hard top. < Before installing any child- restraint device or child[...]

60 Securing child-restraint system All of the rear belt retractors and the front passenger's safety belt can be locked for mounting and securing child- restraint systems. A label with the appropriate instructions for this is located in the immediate vicinity of the buckle latch of each safety belt. To lock the safety belt Extract the entire le[...]

61 The LATCH anchorage points are iden- tified by symbols. The anchorage points for the LATCH child-restraint system installation are located behind the upholstery at the positions indicated by the arrows. Carefully slide the brackets through the gaps in the upholstery at the indicated locations. Always follow all manufacturer's instructions a[...]

62 Rollover protection system In the event of an accident or some other critical driving situation – extreme tilting in the longitudinal or transverse axis, loss of contact with the ground – the rollover protection system will be automatically activated. The protective bars located in the rear head restraints extend within fractions of a second[...]

63 3. Keep pressing down on the protec- tive bar from on top – see arrow 1 – until you hear it click into place 4. Put the cover panel back in place and press down firmly 5. Push the back panel of the head restraint closed – see arrow 2. Do the same for the second protective bar. If you are not familiar with any of the procedures, consult you[...]

64 Vehicle Memory, Key Memory How the system functions You have probably frequently wished that you could configure individual functions of your vehicles to reflect your own personal requirements. In engi- neering your vehicle, BMW has pro- vided for a number of options for per- sonal adjustment that can be programmed into your vehicle at your BMW [...]

65 Driving Ignition lock Ignition key positions 0 Steering locked 1 Steering unlocked 2 Ignition on 3 Start engine Steering locked The key can only be inserted and removed in this position. After removing the key, turn the steer- ing wheel slightly to the left or right until you hear the lock engage. If the key is not removed, an acoustic signal so[...]

66 Starting the engine and driving off Do not allow the engine to warm up by leaving it running while the vehicle remains stationary. Instead, drive off immediately at a moderate engine speed. < Do not allow the engine to run in enclosed spaces. Otherwise, breathing the exhaust fumes can lead to unconsciousness and death. The exhaust gases conta[...]

67 With the engine running, the gear indicator in the SMG Drivelogic display flashes to indicate that a driving position is engaged with the driver's door open or if the hood is not closed properly, refer to page 71 . If neither the pedals, the shift paddles, nor the selector lever are actuated, then the gearbox is automatically taken out of g[...]

68 Switching off the engine You should never remove the igni- tion key when the vehicle is in motion, as the steering lock could engage. When you leave the vehicle, always remove the ignition key and engage the steering lock. < Always engage the parking brake when parking on downhill roads. Engaging a gear may not provide ade- quate resistance t[...]

69 If exceptional circumstances make it necessary to engage the parking brake while the vehicle is in motion, do not pull it with excessive pressure. Keep your thumb pressed against the release button while care- fully pulling the lever up. Excessive pressure can lead to over- braking and loss of traction – fishtailing – at the rear axle. The b[...]

70 Sequential M gearbox with Drivelogic* The concept The sequential M gearbox with Drivelogic is an automated manual gearbox with which clutching and shift- ing is assumed by an electro-hydraulic system. The SMG Drivelogic is operated via two shift paddles on the steering wheel and the selector lever in the center console. It offers the following f[...]

71 Display in instrument cluster The selector lever position, currently engaged gear and selected driving pro- gram are displayed in the instrument cluster. 1 Engaged gear 2 Selected driving program, corre- sponds to the number of illuminated fields, refer to page 73 3 Tapping the selector lever to the right switches over into the displayed shift m[...]

72 Shifting gears with shift paddles on steering wheel: > To upshift, briefly pull the right pad- dle + > To downshift, briefly pull the left pad- dle –. Shift paddles with various widths matched to the shape of your hand are available from your BMW cen- ter. < Shifting gears with selector lever: > To upshift, pull the selector lever [...]

73 Drivelogic Drivelogic makes various driving pro- grams available to you. Press the Drivelogic repeatedly until the desired driving program is shown in the SMG display of the instrument cluster, refer to page 71 . In the automated mode you can select from five driving programs ranging from convenience mode/winter operation to sporty and highly dy[...]

74 Indicator lamp The gearbox indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out after the engine is started. > If it does not go out, or if it lights up during driving, a malfunction has occurred. The available functions may be limited under certain circum- stances. Drive carefully and with the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) activated. Have the[...]

75 Turn signal indicator/Headlamp flasher 1 High beams 2 Headlamp flasher 3 Turn signal indicators To signal briefly Press the lever up to the detent but not beyond. It then returns to the center position when released. If the flashing of the indicator lamp and the clicking from the relay are both faster than usual, one of the turn signal indicator[...]

76 Washer/wiper system/Rain sensor* 0 Wipers retracted 1 Intermittent mode or rain sensor 2 Normal wipe 3 Fast wipe 4 Brief wipe 5 Rotary dial for control of the wipe interval or the sensitivity of the rain sensor Intermittent mode Not on vehicles with rain sensor. You can select any of four sweep inter- vals with rotary dial 5. In addition, the wi[...]

77 0 Wipers retracted 1 Clean windshield and headlamps Clean windshield and headlamps* The system sprays washer fluid against the windshield and activates the wipers for a brief period. When the vehicle's lighting system is switched on, the headlamps will also be cleaned at reasonable intervals. Do not use the washers if there is any danger th[...]

78 The speed stored in memory is deleted. To store and maintain speed or to accelerate Press button + briefly: The system maintains and stores the current vehicle speed. Every time you tap the button, the speed increases by approx. 0.6 mph / 1 km/h. Press and hold button +: The vehicle accelerates without pres- sure on the accelerator pedal. When y[...]

79 Everything under control Odometer 1 Odometer 2 Trip odometer Odometer You can activate the displays shown in the illustration with the ignition key in position 0 by pressing the left button in the instrument cluster. Trip odometer To reset the trip odometer to zero, press the left button with the ignition key in position 1 or higher. Tachometer [...]

80 Fuel gauge Once the indicator lamp stays on con- tinuously, there are still approx. 2 gallons/8 liters of fuel in the fuel tank. Fuel tank capacity approx. 16.6 gal./ 63 liters. If the tilt of the vehicle varies – when you are driving in mountainous areas, for example – the needle may fluctuate slightly. Fill the fuel tank before it is com- [...]

81 Service interval display Remaining distance to next service The displays shown in the illustration appear for a few seconds when the ignition key is in position 1 or higher or after the engine is started. The next service due appears with the message OIL SERVICE or INSPECTION, together with the dis- tance remaining in miles – in kilometers in [...]

82 Clock If you wish to have a permanent time display, you can make this adjustment in the car radio display, refer to the Owner's Manual for Radio. You can set the time of day, and the display for the car radio, as follows. Setting Before the clock can be set, the time must be showing in the instrument cluster display. < With the ignition [...]

83 Computer Mode selection With the ignition key in position 1 or higher, you can use the onboard com- puter button BC in the turn signal lever to retrieve information from the com- puter for display in the instrument clus- ter. Every time you tap the onboard com- puter button BC, the display changes to the next function in sequence. Order of the d[...]

84 After giving an ice warning, the display returns to the previous setting. < The ice warning does not alter the fact that surface ice can form at temperatures above 37.5 7 /+3 6 , on bridges or shaded road surfaces, for instance. < Average fuel consumption If you press the onboard computer but- ton BC in the turn signal lever for longer whi[...]

85 Technology for safety and driving convenience Park Distance Control (PDC)* The concept PDC assists you when you back into a parking space. Acoustic signals alert you to the momentary distance to an object behind your vehicle. To do this, four ultrasonic sensors in the rear bumper measure the distance to the nearest object. The range for the sen-[...]

86 Dynamic Stability Control DSC The concept DSC supports vehicle stability, even in critical driving situations. DSC optimizes driving stability and traction during acceleration and when you are starting from a standstill. In addition, it also recognizes unstable vehicle conditions, such as understeer- ing and oversteering. By reducing engine powe[...]

87 Flat Tire Monitor The concept As you drive, the Flat Tire Monitor keeps track of pressure levels in all four tires. The system alerts you whenever the inflation pressure of a tire falls sig- nificantly below the pressure of another tire. In the event of tire pressure loss, the rolling radius of the tire changes, and thereby the rotational speed [...]

88 To activate/deactivate the system The system is automatically activated in ignition key position 2 and conse- quently is on whenever the vehicle is operated. To deactivate the system: tap the but- ton; the indicator lamp will light up yel- low. To activate the system: tap the button again; the indicator lamp goes out. Deactivate the system when [...]

89 M Engine dynamics control The system – Sport mode – will cause the engine to respond more spontane- ously to any motion of the accelerator pedal. Activating/deactivating Sport mode Activating: with the ignition key in posi- tion 2, press the SPORT button. The indicator lamp will come on. When the system is activated, the vehicle may gain spe[...]

90 Lamps Parking lamps/Low beams Parking lamps The front, rear and side vehicle lighting is switched on. You can use this to signal the position of the vehicle when it is parked. For light- ing on one side for parking as an addi- tional feature, refer to page 91 . Low beams When you switch the ignition off with the low-beam headlamps on, only the p[...]

91 Instrument lighting Turn the rotary dial to control the light- ing when the parking or low beam lamps are on. High beams/Standing lamps 1 High beams 2 Headlamp flasher 3 Standing lamps Standing lamps, left or right As an additional feature, you can illumi- nate your vehicle on either side for parking, if you wish to do so: With the ignition key [...]

92 Front fog lamps Tap the button to switch on or off. The parking lamps or low-beam headlamps must be switched on. The green indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up to indi- cate that the front fog lamps are on. If the automatic headlamp control is on, the low beams will come on automatically whenever you activate the front fog lamps. &[...]

93 Rear reading lamps With the hardtop reading lamps are also located in the rear, refer to page 113 . Switch on and off with the button adja- cent to each lamp. In order to prevent battery dis- charge, all of the lamps in the vehicle are automatically switched off approx. 15 minutes after you turn the ignition key to position 0. < Reading lamps[...]

94 Controlling the climate for pleasant driving Automatic climate control Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 515 - © 09/04 BMW AG[...]

95 1 Air onto the windshield and the side windows 2 Air for the upper body area 97 3 Air to the footwell 4 Interior temperature sensor – please keep clear and unobstructed 5 Outside air/Automatic recirculated- air control (AUC)/Recirculated air 97 6 Automatic air distribution and supply 96 7 Individual air distribution 96 8 Temperature 96 9 Displ[...]

96 Tips for pleasant driving Use the automatic mode – switch on with AUTO button 6. Select the desired interior temperature. Detailed setting options are described for you in the following sections. You can make the settings of your vehicle in such a manner that, when you unlock the vehicle with the remote control of your personal key, your own p[...]

97 Condensation forms during opera- tion of the air conditioning system, which then exits under the vehicle. Traces of condensed water of this kind are thus normal. < Outside air/Automatic recirculated-air control (AUC)/ Recirculated air You can respond to unpleasant external odors or pollutants by temporarily stopping the flow of outside air. T[...]

98 Microfilter, activated-charcoal filter The built-in microfilter removes dust and pollen from the incoming air. The activated-charcoal filter provides addi- tional protection by filtering gaseous pollutants from the outside air. Your BMW center will replace the combined filter as a standard part of your sched- uled maintenance. A substantial redu[...]

99 Interior conveniences Glove compartment To open Pull the handle. The glove compartment will light up. To close Fold up cover. To prevent injury in the event of an accident, close the glove com- partment immediately after use. < To lock Lock with one of the master keys. A master key can also be used for unlock- ing. To open the luggage compart[...]

100 Beverage holders, coin box A coin box and two beverage holders are provided in the center console. Do not place any glass containers in the beverage holders, as this increases the risk of injury in the event of an accident. < Microphone* Hands-free system On vehicles that are wired for a tele- phone * or equipped with a voice com- mand syste[...]

101 Press lighter 1 in. As soon as the lighter jumps back out, it can be removed. Power socket The cigarette lighter socket can be used as a power socket for a flashlight, car vacuum cleaner, etc., up to a rating of approx. 200 watts at 12 volts. Do not damage the socket by inserting plugs of the wrong shape or size. In vehicles with a non-smoker&a[...]

102 Loading and transporting Ski bag* The ski bag allows the safe and clean transport of up to 3 pairs of standard skis or up to two snowboards. The length of the ski bag and the addi- tional space provided in the luggage compartment make it possible to carry skis up to 6 ft 10 in / 2.10 m long. Because of the tapered shape of the bag, only two pai[...]

103 5. Secure the cover panel with the magnetic retainer on the rear wall, then pull out the ski bag. Securing cargo After loading, secure the ski bag and its contents. To do so, tighten the retaining strap at the tensioning buckle. Be sure to secure the ski bag in this way, as it could otherwise injure occupants, for example during braking or evas[...]

104 Cargo loading Avoid overloading the vehicle so that the permitted load on the tires is not exceeded. Overloading can lead to overheating and internal tire damage. This can result in a sudden loss of tire inflation pressure. < Determining the maximum load 1. Locate the following statement on your vehicle's placard * : The combined weight[...]

105 Load The permissible load is the sum of the occupants' weights and the weight of the cargo. The greater the weight of the occupants, the less cargo can be trans- ported. Stowing cargo > Load heavy cargo as far forward as possible – directly behind the lug- gage compartment partition – and as low as possible > Cover sharp edges an[...]

106 Securing the cargo in the luggage compartment > For small, light items, use the rubber- lined, non-skid side of the floor mat or secure using the luggage compart- ment net * or elastic straps, refer to page 35 > For large, heavy pieces, see your BMW center for load-securing devices * . Four anchorages located in the luggage compartment ca[...]

107 Roof-mounted luggage rack for the hardtop* A special roof-rack system is available as an optional extra for your BMW. Please observe the precautions included with the installation instruc- tions. Anchorages Access to the mounting points: To fold up the covers, please use the tool provided with the roof-rack system. Loading and driving notes Bec[...]

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110 Special operating instructions Break-in procedures To ensure that your vehicle continues to provide maximum economy throughout an extended service life, we request that you devote careful attention to the following instructions. Because of its engineering design, the BMW M3 Convertible is an especially high-quality vehicle. It is in your best i[...]

111 General driving notes Hot exhaust system High temperatures occur with every vehicle equipped with a cat- alytic converter. Heat shields are installed adjacent to some sections of the exhaust system. Never remove these shields; do not apply undercoat- ing to their surfaces. When driving, standing at idle and parking the vehicle, take care to avo[...]

112 Inclines: To prevent overheating and, as a result, diminished braking effec- tiveness, drive down long or steep downhill grades in a gear which requires the least braking. Otherwise, even light but consistent pedal pres- sure can lead to high temperatures, brake wear and possibly even brake failure. < The braking power of the engine can be f[...]

113 Antilock Brake System (ABS) The concept ABS keeps the wheels from locking during braking, thereby enhancing active driving safety. Braking with ABS If you are in a situation that requires full braking, you will exploit the full benefits of ABS system if you apply maximum pedal pressure: panic stop. Since the vehicle maintains steering responsiv[...]

114 Storage Storing the hardtop on the floor: slide the styrofoam block that came with the hardtop onto its center. The arrow on top of the styrofoam block has to be pointing upward when you are doing this. < Installation 1. Lower the side windows com- pletely and flip the sun blinds down. If necessary, remove the antenna rod to avoid any damage[...]

115 5. Before installing, first flip down the cover panels 2 that are located underneath the left and right inte- rior lamps. To do this, press on the slight bump on cover panel 2. There is a holder in the cover panel to securely store the trim pieces that have been removed. Pull the adapter 3 out of the holder, clip the trim piece into the bottom [...]

116 Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressure Information for your safety It is not merely the tire's service life, but also driving comfort and, above all else, driving safety that depend on the condi- tion of the tires and the maintenance of the specified tire pressure. Checking tire pressures Only check the tire inflation pressures of cold t[...]

117 BMW Tires All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/ kilopascal with cold tires – cold = ambient temperature 225/45 ZR 18 33/230 – 41/280 – 255/40 ZR 18 – 35/240 – 48/330 M3 225/40 ZR 19 33/230 – 41/280 – 255/35 ZR 19 – 35/240 – 48/330 225/45 R 17 91 H M+S 33/230 38/260 36/250 46/320 225/40 R 18 92 V M+S 36[...]

118 Tire code Knowing the tire code on the tire side- wall makes it easier to correctly choose and identify your tires. Tire size E.g. 205/60 R 15 91 W 205 = Nominal width in mm 60 = Cross-sectional ratio in % R = Radial belt construction 15 = Rim diameter in inches 91 = Load index, not on ZR tires W = Speed rating, in front of the R on ZR tires Sp[...]

119 Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on speci- fied government test surfaces 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 acce[...]

120 Tire tread Tread depth should not be allowed to go below 1/8 in/3 mm, even though European legislation, for example, requires a mimimum tread depth of only 1/16 in/1.6 mm. Below 1/8 in/3 mm tread depth, there is a great risk of hydroplaning, even at relatively moder- ate speeds and with only small amounts of water on the road. At tread depths b[...]

121 The correct wheels and tires BMW recommends using only wheels and tires that have been tested and approved by BMW for the particular vehicle model, as otherwise body contact and serious accidents can result despite the use of the same nom- inal size, e.g. due to manufacturing tol- erances. If non-approved wheels and tires are used, BMW cannot e[...]

122 Snow chains* Only certain snow chains have been tested by BMW and determined and approved as roadworthy. Consult your BMW center for more information. BMW recommends using only these approved fine-link snow chains. Use them in pairs on winter tires, but only on both rear wheels. Comply with all manufacturer's safety precautions when mounti[...]

123 In the engine compartment Hood To release Pull the lever located under the left- hand side of the instrument panel. Do not attempt to service your vehicle if you do not have the required technical background. If you are not familiar with the regulations to be observed, have your vehicle ser- viced only by a BMW center or a shop that works accor[...]

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125 1 Filler neck for windshield and head- lamp washer cleaning system 126 2 Coolant expansion tank 128 3 Auxiliary terminal for jump-starting – positive terminal 147 4 Engine oil filler neck 127 5 Expansion tank for SMG Drivelogic hydraulic unit – checking and possi- ble refilling by your BMW center 70 6 Engine oil dipstick 126 7 Filler neck f[...]

126 Washer fluids Headlamp* and windshield washer system Capacity approx. 5.6 US quarts/5.3 liters. Fill with water and, if required, with a washer antifreeze additive according to manufacturer's recommendations. We recommend that you mix the washer fluid before adding it to the reservoir. < Antifreeze agents for the washer fluid are highly[...]

127 Adding engine oil Only add engine oil when the oil level has dropped to just above the lower mark on the dipstick. Do not fill beyond the upper mark on the dipstick. Excess oil will damage the engine. Before checking the engine oil level after topping up, restart the engine and allow it to run to obtain a correct dis- play. Then proceed as desc[...]

128 Low ambient temperatures The oils used by BMW at the factory for your vehicle model can be used at virtu- ally any ambient temperature. However, if the vehicle is exposed to temperatures below –4 7 /–20 6 for extended periods, please have your BMW center recommend a suitable oil. Coolant Do not open the cooling system when the engine is hot[...]

129 Brake fluid Indicator lamp The warning lamp comes on even though the parking brake is released: The brake fluid level is too low, refer to page 18 . At the same time, there may be significantly greater pedal travel. Have the system checked immediately. Warning lamp for Canadian models. If you continue driving, extended pedal travel may be neces[...]

130 Maintenance BMW Maintenance System The BMW Maintenance System helps maintain your vehicle's road safety and operational safety. Comfort-related aspects, such as the timely change of filters for the air inside the vehicle, are taken into consideration. The goal is to optimize maintenance with respect to low total cost of ownership. If you s[...]

131 Have your BMW center perform maintenance and repair. Be sure that all maintenance work is recorded in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models, or in the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models. These entries are your verification for the reg- ular maintenance of your vehicle and are required for the performance[...]

132 Laws and regulations OBD interface socket The Onboard Diagnostic OBD interface socket is located on the left of the driver's side under the instrument panel and under a cover. The cover has the letters OBD on it. The purpose of the OBD system is to ensure proper operation of the emis- sion control system for the vehicle"s lifetime. Th[...]

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136 Replacement procedures Onboard tool kit The onboard tool kit is located in the luggage compartment lid. To open, loosen the wing nut. For stor- age place of towing eyelet, refer to page 149 . Windshield wiper blades 1. Switch off the engine 2. Fold the wiper arm completely out from the windshield 3. Position the wiper blade at an angle and pull[...]

137 Lamps and bulbs The lamps and bulbs make essential contributions to the safety of your vehi- cle. Therefore, proceed carefully when handling bulbs. BMW recommends that you have such work performed by your BMW center if you are not familiar with the procedures. Do not touch the glass portion of a new bulb with your bare hands since even small am[...]

138 Front turn signal indicators 21 watt bulb 1. Extend a screwdriver through the upper opening, loosen the screw and remove it 2. Remove lamp by pulling it out toward the front 3. Applying light pressure, turn the bulb to the left. Remove and exchange the bulb 4. Insert the 2 pins on the lamp into the guides on the vehicle 5. Slide in the lamp and[...]

139 Rear lamps 1 Turn signal indicator LEDs 2 Backup lamp 21 watt bulb 3 Tail lamp/brake lamp LEDs Please contact a BMW center in case of a defect with the LED lamps. < Bulbs in the luggage compartment lid 1. Using a screwdriver, loosen the clip 2. Fold the trim panel down – see arrow 1. Disengage the bulb holder – see arrow 2 – and remove[...]

140 Center high-mount brake lamp LED strip in luggage compartment lid. Please contact a BMW center in case of a malfunction. License plate lamps 5 watt bulb 1. Place a screwdriver in the slot and press toward the left to release the lens 2. Replace the bulb. Light-emitting diodes Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) installed behind translucent lenses serv[...]

141 Tire repair with the M Mobility system Precautions in case of a flat tire: Stop the vehicle as far as possible from passing traffic and position it on a firm surface. Turn on the hazard warn- ing flashers. Turn the steering wheel to the straight- ahead position and engage the steering lock. Engage the parking brake and shift into 1st or reverse[...]

142 Components of the M Mobility system 1 Sealant bottle and sticker showing the speed limit 2 Filler hose from the sealant bottle to the wheel System version with manometer on the hose* 3 Plug and cable for the cigarette lighter socket 4 Connector for the sealant bottle 5 Compressor 6 On/Off switch 7 Manometer for indicating the tire pressure 8 Sc[...]

143 Using the M Mobility system To repair a flat tire using the M Mobility system, proceed as follows: > Fill with sealant, refer to page 143 > Distribute the sealant, refer to page 143 > Restore tire inflation pressure, refer to page 143 . Filling with sealant 1. Shake the bottle of sealant 2. Screw hose 9 onto the opening of the sealant [...]

144 4. Adjust the tire inflation pressure to 29 psi / 200 kilopascal. For this pur- pose, with the ignition key in position 2: > Increase the tire pressure: switch on the compressor, position I. To check the current inflation pres- sure, turn off the device briefly > Reduce the tire pressure: press button 8, or turn screw 8 on the manometer. [...]

145 Disposal After changing the battery, have the old battery disposed of by your BMW center or bring it to a recy- cling point. Maintain the battery in an upright position for transport and stor- age. Secure the battery against tilting in transit. < Power loss After a temporary power loss, e.g. due to a discharged battery, some equip- ment will[...]

146 Giving and receiving assistance Receiving assistance The BMW Group's Mobile Service offers you 24-hour assistance in the event of a breakdown, even on week- ends and holidays. The telephone numbers of the Mobile Service control center in your country are listed in the Contact brochure. If your vehicle has the necessary equip- ment, you can[...]

147 Mobile Service* To establish contact with the BMW Group's Mobile Service: Press button 2 for at least 2 seconds. The indicator lamp above the buttons lights up. As soon as a telephone con- nection has been set up with the Mobile Service, the indicator lamp flashes. Depending on the country you are in, your vehicle's current location w[...]

148 3. Connect the second terminal clamp of the plus/+ jumper cable to the positive terminal of the battery or to a jump-starting terminal in the vehicle to be started 4. Your BMW is equipped with a special nut – see arrow 2 – to serve as the ground or negative terminal. Attach a terminal clamp of the minus/– jumper cable to the negative term[...]

149 Towing and tow-starting the vehicle Always observe all applicable towing laws and regulations. < Using the towing eyelet The screw-in towing eyelet is in the lug- gage compartment under the floor panel and must remain with the vehicle at all times. It can be attached at the front or rear of your BMW. Observe the following instruc- tions in o[...]

150 If the tow bar can only be used in a diagonal position, please note the fol- lowing: > Clearance is restricted while you are driving around corners > The inclination of the tow bar pro- duces lateral force. Only attach the tow bar to the towing eyelets. Other parts of the vehicles could otherwise be dam- aged. < With a tow rope When th[...]

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154 Engine data Displacement Number of cylinders cu in/cm 3 198.1/3,246 6 Max. power output at engine speed hp rpm 333 7,900 Maximum torque at engine speed lb ft/Nm rpm 262/355 4,900 Compression ratio ε 11.5 Stroke Bore in/mm in/mm 3.58/91 3.43/87 Fuel mixture preparation Digital electronic engine-management system Online Edition for Part-No. 01 4[...]

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156 Weights Curb weight lbs/kg 3,782/1,715 Approved gross vehicle weight lbs/kg 4,608/2,090 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,183/990 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,513/1,140 Permissible roof load for the hardtop lbs/kg 165/75 Luggage compartment capacity with the convertible top compartment raised cu ft/l cu ft/l 9.2/260 10.6/300 Approved axle l[...]

157 Capacities Notes Fuel tank Reserve gal./liters gal./liters approx. 16.6/63 approx. 2.1/8 Fuel specification, refer to page 25 Windshield washer system/ Headlamp cleaning system quarts/liters approx. 5.6/5.3 Specifications, refer to page 126 Engine with oil filter change quarts/liters approx. 5.8/5.5 Specifications, refer to page 127 Manual tran[...]

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Everything from A to Z A ABS Antilock Brake System 113 indicator lamp 19 Accessories, refer to For your own safety 6 Accident, refer to Emer- gency call 146 Activated-charcoal filter 98 Adaptive brake lamp, refer to Brake force display 89 Adding brake fluid 129 Additional sources of infor- mation 4 Air conditioning mode automatic climate control 96[...]

Everything from A to Z 161 BMW sports seat 47 Bore, refer to Engine data 154 Bottle holders, see Bever- age holders 100 Brake fluid 129 indicator lamp 18 , 129 level 129 Brake force display 89 Brake lamps bulb replacement 139 indicator lamp, defective lamp 81 Brake lamps, refer to Brake force display 89 Brake pads brake fluid level 18 , 129 breakin[...]

Everything from A to Z Code, refer to the Owner's Manual for Radio/Onboard Computer Coin box 100 Cold start, refer to Starting the engine 66 Compact disc operation, refer to the Owner's Man- ual for Radio/Onboard Computer Compression ratio, refer to Engine data 154 Computer 83 Condensation, refer to Air conditioning mode 96 Configuring se[...]

Everything from A to Z 163 Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) 19 , 86 E Easy entry, refer to Entering the rear 49 Electric power windows 38 power loss 39 Electrical accessories, fail- ure 145 Electrical malfunction door lock 31 driver's door 31 fuel filler door 24 luggage compartment lid 33 Electronic Stability Program (ESP), refer to Dynamic Sta[...]

Everything from A to Z Fuel reserve indicator, refer to Fuel gauge 80 Fuel tank capacity 157 Fuses 145 G Gasoline consumption, refer to Average fuel consump- tion 84 Gasoline, refer to Fuel spec- ifications 25 Gear indicator 71 Gearbox manual transmission 69 Gearbox malfunction sequential M gearbox with Drivelogic 74 Gearbox, sequential 70 Gearshif[...]

Everything from A to Z 165 Interior lamps 92 remote control 30 Interior motion sensor 36 , 37 switching off 37 Interior rearview mirror automatic dimming feature 53 Interior temperature adjusting 96 Intermittent mode, wipers 76 Interval display, service 81 J Jump-starting 147 K Key Memory 64 Keys 28 with remote control 28 L Lamp defect 137 Lamps re[...]

Everything from A to Z Manual transmission 69 Master keys with remote control 28 MC operation, refer to the Owner's Manual for Radio/Onboard Computer MD operation, refer to the Owner's Manual for Radio/Onboard Computer Memory, refer to Seat and mirror memory 51 Memory, refer to Vehicle Memory, Key Memory 64 Microfilter automatic climate c[...]

Everything from A to Z 167 Power output, refer to Engine data 154 Power seat 47 Power socket 101 Power socket, cigarette lighter 101 Power windows electric 38 Pressure monitoring, tires Flat Tire Monitor 87 Pressure, tires 116 inflating with M Mobility system 143 Proposition 65 warning 6 Protective function electric power windows 38 Puncture M Mobi[...]

Everything from A to Z Sequential M gearbox with Drivelogic 70 indicator lamp 19 , 74 tow-starting 150 Service and Warranty Infor- mation Booklet 130 Service Engine Soon warning lamp 19 Service interval display 81 , 130 Shift lights 74 Shift paddles 71 Side airbags 55 Side turn signal indicators bulb replacement 138 Size 155 Ski bag 102 Slipstream [...]

Everything from A to Z 169 Tires age 118 breaking in 110 condition 119 damage 119 flat 141 inflation pressure 116 storing 121 tread 119 , 120 tread wear indicators, refer to Tire tread 120 winter tires 120 Tools, refer to Onboard tool kit 136 Torque engine 154 Tow bar 149 Tow rope 149 Towing 149 Towing eyelet 149 Towing the vehicle 149 Tow-starting[...]

Everything from A to Z Width, refer to Dimensions 155 Wind deflector 44 Window condensation removing 96 Windows convenience operation 29 , 31 remote control 29 Windshield washer nozzles 77 Windshield washer reservoir volume, see Capacities 157 Windshield wiper blades, replacing 136 Windshield wipers, refer to Washer/wiper system 76 Winter tires 120[...]

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Refueling To ensure that you always have conve- nient access to all essential information when you stop for fuel, we recommend that you take the time to fill out the adjoining chart by entering the data that apply to your vehicle. Consult the index for individual specifications. Fuel Please enter your preferred fuel here. Engine oil The oil quantit[...]

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