BMW 323i Sedan Technical Information

Service and Warranty Information2000 323i, 328i

8 323i, 328iInspection IBody/ElectricalCheck battery state-of-charge indicator and charge if required. •Check lighting system, i.e.: headlights, fog

9Inspection IIIncludes all items listed under Inspection I, and the following checks and maintenance operations.Engine CompartmentReplace air cleaner

10Speedometer(Odometer Memory)changed:MileageDateSpeedometer(Odometer Memory)changed:MileageDateRecord of Spark Plug Record of Oxygen Record of brake/

11BMW Engine Oil ServiceBMW Engine Oil ServiceBMW Engine Oil ServiceBMW Engine Oil ServiceBMW Engine Oil ServicePerformed at:(Actual Vehicle Mileage)(

12BMW Engine Oil ServiceBMW Engine Oil ServiceBMW Engine Oil ServiceBMW Engine Oil ServiceBMW Engine Oil ServicePerformed at:(Actual Vehicle Mileage)(

13BMW Engine Oil ServiceBMW Engine Oil ServiceBMW Engine Oil ServiceBMW Engine Oil ServiceBMW Engine Oil ServicePerformed at:(Actual Vehicle Mileage)(

14The maintenance schedule as shown is requiredfor the proper functioning of the emission controlsystems for optimum vehicle performance and fuelecono

15If your car is driven only for short distances of lessthan 10 miles over a prolonged period of time,without an occasional drive at highway speeds,th

16Body inspectionVehicle inspected and repaired if necessary to BMW standards required by BMW six year anti-corrosion warrantyYes No Partially**Remark

17Body inspectionVehicle inspected and repaired if necessary to BMW standards required by BMW six year anti-corrosion warrantyYes No Partially**Remark

Model YearVINRetail/In-Service DateTrim Code Color CodeProduction DateLicense Plate NumberBMW center Telephone Numbers:OfficesServicesOwner/Driver Inf

18Body inspectionVehicle inspected and repaired if necessary to BMW standards required by BMW six year anti-corrosion warrantyYes No Partially**Remark

19Body inspectionVehicle inspected and repaired if necessary to BMW standards required by BMW six year anti-corrosion warrantyYes No Partially**Remark

20Body inspectionVehicle inspected and repaired if necessary to BMW standards required by BMW six year anti-corrosion warrantyYes No Partially**Remark

21Body inspectionVehicle inspected and repaired if necessary to BMW standards required by BMW six year anti-corrosion warrantyYes No Partially**Remark

22Your satisfaction with our product and the ser-vices provided by authorized BMW centers is ofgreat importance to us. We take pride in our prod-uct,

23During a specific period (usually the earlier of 12months or 12,000 miles, though this periodvaries by state), some states require us or ourauthoriz

24As a BMW owner, you will experience BMW qual-ity first hand. Our dedication to excellence in de-sign, engineering, and service is among the bestin

25Special ProgramsSOMETIMES BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC. OFFERS A SPECIAL ADJUSTMENT PROGRAM TO PAY ALL OR PART OF THE COST OFCERTAIN REPAIRS BEYOND TH

26The BMW Roadside Assistance Program reflectsBMW’s commitment to your complete satisfac-tion with the BMW ownership experience.It is available for U.

27From the information you provide, the BMWRoadside Assistance service representative willdetermine the type of help required.Dispatch Service

1Table of ContentsPageMaintenance Program ... 2Maintenance System ...

28Trip Interruption BenefitsTrip interruption benefits are provided for mechani-cal breakdowns as follows:– Breakdowns that are warranty related,

29Summary of BMW Limited WarrantiesMonthsNew Vehicle Warranty 48Rust Perforation Warranty 72Federal Emission Warranty– All Emission Related Parts 24–

30WarrantorBMW NA warrants 2000 U.S. specification ve-hicles distributed by BMW NA or sold through theBMW NA European Delivery Program againstdefects

31Modification of the vehicle or installation of anyperformance accessories or components at-tached to the vehicle which alters the originalengine

32BMW NA warrants this original vehicle against de-fects in materials or workmanship which will re-sult in rust perforation of the vehicle body for ap

33This warranty applies only to U.S. specificationvehicles distributed by BMW of North America,Inc. (BMW NA) or sold through the BMW NAEuropean Delive

34However, the use of non-BMW replacement partsor non-EPA certified parts does not invalidate thewarranty on other components, unless non-BMWparts or

35In those states and jurisdictions that have estab-lished periodic vehicle emissions tests to encour-age proper vehicle maintenance and requi

36The following systems are covered by the Fed-eral Emission Performance Warranty for a pe-riod of two years or 24,000 miles, whicheveroccurs first.

37The California Air Resources Board and BMW ofNorth America, Inc. (BMW NA) are pleased toexplain the emission control system warranty onyour 2000 veh

2BMW Maintenance Programs - 2000 ModelsMaintenance Programs are a benefit designedto help reduce the cost of scheduled and un-scheduled maintenance.20

38This warranty applies to California certified ve-hicles distributed by BMW of North America,Inc. (BMW NA) or sold through the BMW NAEuropean Deliver

39It is strongly recommended that any replace-ment parts used for maintenance, repair or re-placement of emission control systems be genu-ine BMW Serv

40For assistance in determining which parts arecovered by this warranty, please contact your au-thorized BMW center or the BMW NA CustomerRelations De

41NoticeThe “National Traffic & Motor Vehicle Safety Act of1966” requires manufacturers to be in a positionto contact the vehicle owners when a co

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3Maintenance SystemThe BMW Maintenance System has been devisedwith the following objectives: to maximize vehiclesafety, reliability, and resale value

4A detailed list of all maintenance operations in-cluded in each of the elements of the BMWMaintenance System is found on pages 5-14.These elements ar

5Quality Certification IFor a detailed list of items inspected, refer to theQuality Certification I form provided to the Ownerat time of

6Engine Oil ServiceEngine CompartmentChange oil and oil filter while engine is at normal operating temperature. •Reset service interval indicator. •Re

7Inspection IOnly those items of inspection work which apply to your vehicle will be performed. This list is subject to amendment.UndercarriageChange