Bmw 325XI Bedienungsanleitung

Owner's Manual for VehicleContentsA-ZOnline Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 157 605 - © 09/03 BMW AG

Contents Operation, maintenance Special operating instructions: Break-in procedures 120General driving notes 121Antilock Brake System (ABS) 121Brake

100Automatic climate control*Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 157 605 - © 09/03 BMW AG

1011 Air onto the windshield and the side windows2 Air for the upper body area 1033 Air to the footwell 1034 Air inlet for interior temperature sensor

102Tips for pleasant drivingUse the automatic mode by pressing AUTO button 6. Select an interior tem-perature that is comfortable for you.Detailed set

103Outside air/Automatic recirculated-air control (AUC)/ Recirculated airYou can respond to unpleasant external odors or pollutants by temporarily sto

104Microfilter/activated-charcoal filterThe built-in microfilter removes dust and pollen from the incoming air. The activated-charcoal filter provides

105Interior conveniencesPremium sound system*Harman Kardon premium sound systemPress the button to activate and deacti-vate the acoustic enhancement.T

106If – for example for valet parking – you turn over only your spare key, refer to page 30, then access to the locked glove compartment is not possi-

107Rear center armrestThe rear center armrest includes a stor-age compartment, a beverage holder and a litter bag holder.1 Storage compartment: pull u

108Ashtray, front*To emptyPress on the edge of the open cover: the ashtray moves up and can be removed.Cigarette lighterHold or touch the hot cigarett

109SocketA fold-out power socket – 12 volts – is located in the cargo area.OverviewControlsMaintenanceRepairsDataIndexOnline Edition for Part-No. 01 4

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110Loading and transportingSki bag*The ski bag allows the safe and clean transport of up to 4 pairs of standard skis or up to two snowboards.The lengt

111Cargo areaFolding rear backrestReach into the recess and pull forward.When you fold back the backrest, be sure that the catch engages securely. The

112To remove cargo cover and partition net1. Press the buttons on the sides – see arrow 12. Extract the case by pulling to the rear – see arrow 2.Inst

113Lifting the floor panel1. Lift up the floor panel slightly at loop 12. Release the loop end from the under-side of the floor panel3. Hook the loop

114Determining the maximum load1. Locate the following statement on your vehicle‘s placard*:The combined weight of occu-pants and cargo should never e

115> For very heavy loads when the rear seat is not occupied, secure each safety belt in the opposite buckle.Securing cargo> Small and light lug

116Roof-mounted luggage rack*A special roof-rack system is available as an optional extra for your BMW. Please observe the precautions included with t

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120Special operating instructionsBreak-in proceduresTo ensure that your vehicle provides maximum economy throughout a long service life, we request th

121General driving notesBrakes: do not rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving. Even light but consistent pedal pres-sure can lead to high tem

122Brake systemBrake fluid levelLow brake fluid level in the reservoir combined with longer than usual pedal travel may indicate a defect in one of th

123Portable phone in the vehicleBMW recommends using mobile com-munications devices, e.g. portable phones, inside the vehicle with a suit-able outside

124Wheels and tiresTire inflation pressureInformation for your safetyThe factory-approved tires are matched to your vehicle and have been selected to

125Do not drive on a deflated – flat – tire unless your vehicle is equipped with Run Flat tires. A flat tire greatly impairs steering and braking resp

126Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive tem-perature can lead to sudden tir

127Wheel and tire combinationsThe right choiceBMW recommends using only wheels and tires that have been approved by BMW for your particular vehicle mo

128the tire sidewall, refer to Changing a wheel. In this case, use only Run Flat winter tires, since no spare tire is pro-vided in the event of a flat

129In the engine compartmentHoodTo releasePull the lever located under the left-hand side of the instrument panel.Do not attempt to service your vehic

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130Engine compartment essentialsOnline Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 157 605 - © 09/03 BMW AG

1311 Brake fluid reservoir 1352 Dipstick, engine oil 1323 Coolant expansion tank 1344 Reservoir for the headlamp and windshield washer system 1325 Eng

132Washer fluidsHeadlamp* and windshield washer systemCapacity approx. 5.6 US quarts/5.3 liters.Fill with water and, if required, with a washer antifr

133The oil volume between the two marks on the dipstick corresponds to approx. 1.1 US quarts/1 liter. Do not fill beyond the upper mark on the dipstic

134Ask your BMW center for details concerning the specific BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil or syn-thetic oils that have been approved.<You can a

135Brake fluidIndicator lampThe brake warning lamp comes on when the parking brake is not engaged: the brake fluid level is too low, refer to page 18.

136MaintenanceThe BMW Maintenance SystemThe BMW Maintenance System has been designed as a reliable means of providing maximum driving and operat-ing s

137Have your BMW center perform maintenance and repair.Be sure that all maintenance work is recorded in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet f

138Laws and regulationsCalifornia Proposition 65 warningCalifornia laws require us to state the following warning:Engine exhaust and a wide variety of

139engine misfiring for even a short period of time can seriously damage emission control system components, especially the catalytic converter.SERVIC

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142Replacement proceduresOnboard tool kitThe onboard tool kit is located beneath the floor panel in the cargo area.For information on raising the floo

143Lamps and bulbsThe lamps and bulbs make essential contributions to the safety of your vehi-cle. Therefore, proceed carefully when handling bulbs. B

144Parking lamps5 watt bulbEngine compartment, left side:1. Turn the bulb holder to the left and remove2. Remove and replace the bulb.Front turn signa

145Side turn signal indicators5 watt bulb1. Press the back edge of the lamp toward the front with the tip of your finger and remove2. Apply gentle pre

146Bulbs in tailgate:1. Insert a screwdriver in the recess – see arrow – and press down to release the assembly2. Fold the trim panel down, release th

147Tailgate lamp5 watt bulb1. Pull out the bulb socket2. Replace the bulb.Changing a wheelSafety precautions in the event of a flat tire or wheel chan

148What you will needIn order to avoid rattling noises later, note the position of the tools when you remove them and return them to their original po

1495. Position the jack at the jacking point closest to the flat tire with the jack base vertically below the jack-ing point. The entire surface of th

151 Parking lamps/Low beams 932 > Turn signal indicators 74 > Standing lamps 94 > High beams 94 > Headlamp flasher 74 > Computer 833 W

150Do not attempt to install the full wheel cover on the space-saver spare tire, since this could damage the cover.<The vehicle jack is designed fo

151Driving with a damaged tireDepending on the cargo load, Run Flat tires allow you to continue driving at a maximum speed of 50 mph / 80 km/h. If the

152Giving and receiving assistanceReceiving assistanceThe BMW Group's Mobile Service offers you 24-hour assistance in the event of a breakdown, e

153Jump-startingWhen your battery is discharged, you can use two jumper cables to start your vehicle with power from the battery in a second vehicle.

1542. Start the engine of the other vehicle as usual. If the first start attempt is not suc-cessful, wait a few minutes before another attempt in orde

155Towing the vehicle with the front axle raisedVehicles with automatic transmission:1. Towing speed: maximum 45 mph / 70 km/h2. Towing distance: maxi

156Rear:Press out the cover panel with a screw-driver inserted in the recess at the top.Use only the towing eyelet sup-plied with the vehicle and scre

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160Engine data325i, 325xiDisplacementNumber of cylinderscu in/cm3152.2/2,4946Maximum power outputat engine speedhprpm1846,000Maximum torqueat engine s

161DimensionsOverviewControlsMaintenanceRepairsDataIndexOnline Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 157 605 - © 09/03 BMW AG

162Weights325i 325xiCurb weight with manual transmission/SMGwith automatic transmissionlbs/kglbs/kg3,362/1,5253,450/1,5653,594/1,6303,627/1,645Approve

163CapacitiesNotesFuel tankReservegal./litersgal./litersapprox. 16.6/63approx. 2.1/8Fuel specification, refer to page 25Windshield/Headlamp washer res

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Everything from A to ZAABS Antilock Brake System 121indicator lamp 18Acceleration assistant 70Accessories, refer to For your own safety 5Accident, ref

Everything from A to Z167Belts, refer to Safety belts 48Beverage holders 106, 107Blowerair conditioning 98automatic climate control 102BMW High Perfor

Everything from A to ZCleaning light alloy wheels, refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochureCleaning the vehicle, refer to the Caring for your veh

Everything from A to Z169Disposaloil 133vehicle battery 151Distance warning, refer to Park Distance Control (PDC) 85Door key 30Door lock 34Doorsemerge

171 Fuel gauge 802 Indicator lamp for turn signals 203 Speedometer4 Indicator and warning lamps 18 to 215 Tachometer and Energy Control 79, 796 Engin

Everything from A to ZFog lamps 95indicator/warning lamp 20Folding rear backrest 111Follow me home lamps 93Footbrake, refer to General driving notes 1

Everything from A to Z171Ignition lock 63Imprint 4Indicator lamps 18Indicator/warning lampairbags 18alarm system 38brakes 18, 19Check Gas Cap 19coolan

Everything from A to ZMaking telephone calls, refer to the telephone Owner's ManualMalfunctiondoor lock 34fuel filler door 24Malfunction displays

Everything from A to Z173Parts and accessories, refer to Your individual vehicle 5Passenger-side exterior mir-ror tilt function 51PDC Park Distance Co

Everything from A to ZSeat heating 51Seat memory, refer to Seat and mirror memory 50Seat positions, storing 50Seats 45Securing cargo 115Securing the v

Everything from A to Z175Tailgate lampbulb replacement 147Tank capacity, refer to Fuel tank capacity 163Tank indicator, refer to Fuel gauge 80Technica

Everything from A to ZTrunk lid, refer to Tailgate 35Trunk lighting, refer to cargo area lighting 35Trunk, refer to Cargo areaTurn signal indicator 74

RefuelingTo ensure that you always have conve-nient access to all essential information when you stop for fuel, we recommend that you fill out the adj

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18 Indicator and warning lamps Technology that monitors itself Indicator and warning lamps that are identified by ● are tested for proper functioni

19Brake warning lamp for Cana-dian models.Please fasten safety belts ● Comes on together with an acoustic signal until the safety belts are fastened.

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20Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) and brake warning lamp ● The indicator lamps remain on:DSC/DTC have been switched off with the button or are faulty

21Front fog lampsLights up whenever you switch on the fog lamps.For additional information: refer to page 95 Blue: for your information High beamsCom

22 Buttons in steering wheel* These buttons let you operate the fol-lowing functions quickly and without being distracted from traffic conditions: &g

23Hazard warning triangle*The warning triangle is located on the left side of the cargo area behind the cover panel.To open: press the button and remo

24RefuelingFuel filler doorAlways switch off the engine before refueling, as it is not possi-ble to add fuel with the engine running, and attempts may

25Close 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

26Vehicles with Flat Tire Monitor:After correcting the inflation pressures, reinitialize the system. Refer to page 91.Check the tire pressures on a re

27BMW TiresAll pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kilopascal with cold tirescold = ambient temperature325i325xi205/55 R 16 91 H

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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

30Opening and closingKeysThe key set1 Master keys with remote control unit – these keys determine the functions of the Key Memory. Refer to page 61.Yo

31Opening and closing – via the remote controlThe conceptThe remote control also provides two additional functions beyond the central locking feature:

32Convenience opening modePress and hold button: to open the electric power windows and glass sun-roof.To lock and securePress button.To switch on the

33Any unauthorized modifications to these devices could void the user's authority to operate the equip-ment.<Opening and closing – via the rem

34Opening and closing – via the door lockOne turn of the key in the driver's door lock unlocks the driver's door only. Turning the key a sec

35Opening and closing – from the insideYou can use this button to operate the central locking system when the front doors are closed. With this button

36Manual operation> Fold rear center armrest or rear back-rest forward> Remove cover 1 – this operation is easy to carry out with the aid of the

37Always drive with both the tailgate and the rear window securely closed, as exhaust gases might other-wise be drawn into the interior of the vehicle

38Alarm system*The conceptThe vehicle alarm system responds:> When a door, the hood, the tailgate or the rear window is opened> To movement insi

39armed: an attempted entry has been detected in the period since the sys-tem was armed.Following triggering of an alarm, the indicator lamp will flas

4 Notes © 2003 Bayerische Motoren Werke AktiengesellschaftMunich, GermanyReprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Mun

40Electric power windowsTo open and close windowsWhen leaving the vehicle, always remove the ignition key from the lock and remember to close the door

41Safety switchWith the safety switch, you can prevent the rear windows from being opened or closed via the switches in the rear pas-senger area, for

42Opening and closingWith the ignition key in position 1 or higher> Slide the switch until you feel resis-tance: the sunroof opens and closes as lo

43Manual operationIn the event of an electrical malfunction, you can also operate the glass sunroof manually1. Remove the interior lamp, then reach in

44To adjustSafe seating positionFor driving that is relaxed and less likely to cause fatigue, you should select a sitting position that reflects your

45SeatsWhen adjusting your seat, always observe the following precautionsNever try to adjust your seat while operating the vehicle. The seat could res

46BMW sport seat* adjustmentYou can also adjust the tilt angle and the thigh support:1 To raise:Pull the lever repeatedly, continuing until the seat i

47Power seat adjustment*Seat adjustment1 Tilt angle2 Backward/forward adjustment3 Cushion height4 Backrest angleThe head restraint is adjusted manuall

48Head restraintsTo adjustTo adjust height: pull the head restraint up or push it down.Press button – see arrow 1 – to retract to the lowest position.

49The rear belt buckle with the word CENTER is intended exclusively for the passenger sitting in the mid-dle.<Adjusting safety belt heightUse the h

5 Notes Your individual vehicle On purchasing your BMW, you have decided in favor of a model with individ-ualized equipment and features. This Owner&

50Seat and mirror memory*You can store as many as three differ-ent driver's seat and mirror adjustment settings into the system for later selec-t

51Passenger-side exterior mirror tilt functionAutomatic curb monitor*1. Set the mirror selection switch 1 to the driver's door mirror position2.

52Steering wheelTo adjustNever attempt to adjust the steer-ing wheel while driving the vehicle – it could respond with unexpected movement, posing a p

53Interior rearview mirrorTo reduce glare from vehicles behind you when you are driving at night, tilt the mirror by turning the knob.Vehicles not equ

54Passenger safety systemsAirbags1 Front airbags on the driver and pas-senger sides2 Head airbags for driver and front pas-senger3 Side airbags on the

55At all times, occupants should sit upright and be properly restrained – infants and small children in appropri-ate child-restraint systems; larger c

56This is the right way a larger child should sit wearing the seat belt when rear side airbags are provided.Indicator lampThe indicator lamp indicates

57Transporting children safelyCommercially available child-restraint systems are designed to be secured with a lap belt or with the lap belt por-tion

58Before installing any child-restraint device or child seat, please read the following:Never install a rearward-facing child-restraint system in the

59The belt cannot be extracted further. Always observe the installation instruc-tions provided by the manufacturer of the child-restraint system.To un

6 Notes Maintenance and repair Advanced technology, e.g. the use of modern materials and high-performance electronics, requires spe-cially adapted ma

60Child safety locksSlide down the safety lever on the rear door:The door can now be opened from the outside only.Transporting children safelyOnline E

61Vehicle Memory, Key MemoryHow the system functionsNo doubt you have often reflected on how great it would be if you could per-manently configure you

62> Determines how far the passenger mirror will tilt, refer to Automatic curb monitor, page 51.Vehicle Memory, Key MemoryOnline Edition for Part-N

63DrivingIgnition lockIgnition key positions0 Steering locked1 Steering unlocked2 Ignition switched on3 Starting engineVehicles with automatic transmi

64If the engine does not start on the first attempt – if it is very hot or cold, for instance:> Press the accelerator pedal halfway down while enga

65Switching off the engineYou should never remove the igni-tion key when the vehicle is in motion, as the steering lock could engage.When you leave th

66If exceptional circumstances make it necessary to engage the parking brake while the vehicle is in motion, do not pull it with excessive pressure. K

67Sequential manual gearbox SMG*The conceptThe sequential manual gearbox SMG is an automated manual gearbox with which clutching and shifting is assum

68R ReverseSelect only when the vehicle is station-ary.N NeutralAlways engage before starting the engine, refer to Starting the engine on page 64.Sequ

69instance, downshifts that would result in excessive engine speed can-not be executed> When you brake the car to a stop, the transmission automati

7 Notes Service and warranty This manual is supplemented by a Ser-vice and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or a Warranty and Ser-vice Guid

70Sport programYou can choose between two driving programs: smoothly dynamic or Sport. With the Sport program, gearshifts are faster in sequential mod

71Automatic transmission with Steptronic*You can drive as with a normal auto-matic transmission. In addition, you can also shift manually.When you mov

72D Drive – automatic shift programThis position is designed for driving under all normal operating conditions. All forward gears are available.Kickdo

73Available displaysP R N D SD M1 M2 M3 M4 M5Electronic transmission control moduleIf the indicator lamp comes on, there is a malfunction in the trans

74Turn signal indicator/Headlamp flasher1 High beams – blue indicator lamp2 Headlamp flasher – blue indicator lamp3 Turn signal indicator – green indi

75Washer/wiper system/Rain sensor*0 Wipers retracted1 Intermittent operation or rain sensor2 Normal wiper speed3 Fast wiper speed4 Brief wipe5 Rotary

76Cleaning windshield and headlamps*0 Wipers retracted1 Clean windshield and headlamps2 Rear window wiper intermittent mode3 Clean the rear windowDo n

77Cruise control*Starting at about 20 mph / 30 km/h, you can maintain and store any vehicle speed that you specify.The cruise control is operational w

78To recall the stored settingPress button:The vehicle accelerates to and main-tains the last speed stored.Cruise control*Online Edition for Part-No.

79Everything under controlOdometer1 Odometer2 Trip odometerOdometerYou can activate the displays shown in the illustration with the ignition key in po

Contents Notes About this Owner's Manual 4Additional sources of information 4Symbols used 4Your individual vehicle 5Status at time of printing 5

80Fuel gaugeOnce the indicator lamp stays on con-tinuously, there are still approx. 2 gallons/8 liters of fuel in the fuel tank.Fuel tank capacity app

81Service interval displayRemaining distance to serviceThe displays shown in the illustration appear for a few seconds when the ignition key is in pos

82ClockIf you wish to have a permanent time display, you can make this setting in the radio display, refer to the Owner's Man-ual for Radio.You c

83Computer*Mode selectionWith the ignition key in position 1 or higher, you can call up information from the computer using the button in the turn sig

84Average fuel consumptionIf you continue to hold the button on the turn signal lever, the average fuel con-sumption last displayed is recalculated fr

85Technology for safety and driving conveniencePark Distance Control (PDC)*The conceptPDC assists you when you back into a parking space. Acoustic sig

86Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)The conceptDSC maintains vehicle stability, even in critical driving situations.DSC is operational every time you sta

87Deactivating the DSC and the DTCHold the DSC button down for at least 3 seconds. The indicator lamp and the yellow brake warning lamp will remain on

88Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) – 325xiThe conceptDSC maintains vehicle stability, even in critical driving situations.DSC is operational every time

89Reactivating the DSCPress the button again; the indicator lamp goes out.The laws of physics cannot be repealed, even with DSC. It will always be the

Contents 9 Passenger safety systems: Airbags 54Transporting children safely 57Vehicle Memory, Key Memory 61 Driving: Ignition lock 63Starting the eng

90Hill Descent Control (HDC)*The conceptBy reducing the vehicle's speed on steep downhill stretches, HDC main-tains predictable vehicle handling

91Flat Tire Monitor*The conceptAs you drive, the Flat Tire Monitor keeps track of pressure levels in all four tires. The system alerts you whenever th

92When driving with snow chains or a space-saver spare tire, do not initialize the system.<Flat tireThe indicator lamp in the instru-ment cluster l

93LampsParking lamps/Low beamsParking lampsThe front, rear and side vehicle lighting is switched on. You can use the parking lamps to signal the posit

94Instrument lightingTurn the rotary dial to adjust the illumi-nation intensity.High beams/Standing lamps1 High beams – blue indicator lamp2 Headlamp

95Fog lamps*Front fog lampsThe green indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up to indicate that the front fog lamps are on.If the automatic h

96Controlling the climate for pleasant drivingAir conditioningOnline Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 157 605 - © 09/03 BMW AG

971 Air onto the windshield and the side windows2 Air for the upper body area 993 Air to the footwell4 Air supply/Blower 985 Temperature 986 Air distr

98Air supply/BlowerYou can select blower speeds from 1 to 4. The heating and ventilation become more and more effective as the air sup-ply settings ar

99Draft-free ventilationYou can adjust the blower controls for the upper body area to obtain the opti-mum airflow rates and directions for your person