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The Ultimate

Driving Machine

SD 92-270

Service and
Warranty
Information

2005

525i, 530i,
545i

Summary of Contents for 2005 525i

Page 1: ...The Ultimate Driving Machine Service and Warranty Information 2005 525i 530i 545i ...

Page 2: ..._________ Home _____________________________________________________________________ Model ________________________________________________ Year _______________ VIN Retail In Service Date _________________________________________________________ Trim Code ___________________________________ Color Code_____________________ Production Date ____________________________________________________________...

Page 3: ...r s Eligibility 28 Getting Started 28 Calling for Assistance 28 Auto Valet Service 28 Personal Trip Routing 28 Dispatch Service 29 On Site Assistance 29 Lock Out 29 Towing Service 29 Sign and Drive 29 Trip Interruption benefits 29 Car Rental Discounts 30 Exclusions 30 Summary of BMW Limited Warranties 31 New Vehicle Limited Warranty 32 BMW Certified Pre Owned Limited Warranty 33 Limited Warranty R...

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Page 5: ...g the maintenance interval as indicated by the BMW Service Interval Display This BMW Service and Warranty Information Booklet should be presented to your BMW center when maintenance is required Your BMW center will stamp this booklet documenting the services or maintenance performed Exclusions from coverage Items reimbursable under your New Vehicle Limited Warranty Gasoline Windshield washer addit...

Page 6: ... Service System CBS which computes the actual optimum mainte nance requirements based not only upon the accumulated mileage but taking into account important factors such as high or low engine speeds short or long trip driving and condi tion of the engine oil and brake pads The BMW Maintenance System Condition Based Service CBS CBS is a further development of the Service Interval Indicator System ...

Page 7: ...ay immediately switches to its compute mode when you press one of the two buttons in the turn signal indicator lever Control Display screen contents The current Status of Service items deter mined by the CBS are shown in the Control Display You can view additional information on service and maintenance procedures by selecting the OB data menu 1 Select and confirm 2 Select Service and confirm your ...

Page 8: ...ollowing oils are strongly recommended and approved by BMW BMW High Performance 5W 30 Synthetic Oil BMW part number 07 51 0 017 866 Mobil 1 5W 30 Mobil 1 5W 40 BMW is evaluating various synthetic oils for inclusion in our list of recommended engine oils For the most current list of synthetic oils please contact your BMW center or call BMW of North America Inc at 1 800 831 1117 You can also obtain ...

Page 9: ...vice tools to enable his BMW factory trained service technicians to perform quality repairs on your BMW in minimal time He she looks forward to serving your every service need and to help maximize your satisfaction with your BMW its longevity and resale value Quality Certification I For a detailed list of items inspected refer to the Quality Certification I form provided to the Owner at time of de...

Page 10: ...e pads clean brake pad contact points in calipers Brake discs Check surface and thickness if necessary replace at extra charge Parking brake Check condition brake lining thickness and function if necessary replace at extra charge Unless covered by Maintenance Program Vehicle Check Maintenance work Check operation of horn headlight flasher and hazard warning flashers Check instrument and control li...

Page 11: ...tem check for damage leaks and corrosion Steering components check for clearance leaks damage and wear Final Inspection Road test with check of Brakes Steering Shock absorbers visual Transmission Brake fluid Maintenance work Replace brake fluid Spark plugs Maintenance work Replace spark plugs at intervals of 100 000 miles Automatic Transmission Maintenance work Replace ATF at intervals of 100 000 ...

Page 12: ...gine Oil yes no Vehicle check Front Brake Brake fluid Rear Brake Microfilter State inspection s Air cleaner element Spark plugs yes no Distance reading Date stamp and signature Engine Oil yes no Vehicle check Front Brake Brake fluid Rear Brake Microfilter State inspection s Air cleaner element Spark plugs yes no Distance reading Date stamp and signature Evidence of maintenance work ...

Page 13: ...nd signature Engine Oil yes no Vehicle check Front Brake Brake fluid Rear Brake Microfilter State inspection s Air cleaner element Spark plugs yes no Distance reading Date stamp and signature Engine Oil yes no Vehicle check Front Brake Brake fluid Rear Brake Microfilter State inspection s Air cleaner element Spark plugs yes no Distance reading Date stamp and signature ...

Page 14: ...nd signature Engine Oil yes no Vehicle check Front Brake Brake fluid Rear Brake Microfilter State inspection s Air cleaner element Spark plugs yes no Distance reading Date stamp and signature Engine Oil yes no Vehicle check Front Brake Brake fluid Rear Brake Microfilter State inspection s Air cleaner element Spark plugs yes no Distance reading Date stamp and signature ...

Page 15: ...nd signature Engine Oil yes no Vehicle check Front Brake Brake fluid Rear Brake Microfilter State inspection s Air cleaner element Spark plugs yes no Distance reading Date stamp and signature Engine Oil yes no Vehicle check Front Brake Brake fluid Rear Brake Microfilter State inspection s Air cleaner element Spark plugs yes no Distance reading Date stamp and signature ...

Page 16: ...nd signature Engine Oil yes no Vehicle check Front Brake Brake fluid Rear Brake Microfilter State inspection s Air cleaner element Spark plugs yes no Distance reading Date stamp and signature Engine Oil yes no Vehicle check Front Brake Brake fluid Rear Brake Microfilter State inspection s Air cleaner element Spark plugs yes no Distance reading Date stamp and signature ...

Page 17: ...nd signature Engine Oil yes no Vehicle check Front Brake Brake fluid Rear Brake Microfilter State inspection s Air cleaner element Spark plugs yes no Distance reading Date stamp and signature Engine Oil yes no Vehicle check Front Brake Brake fluid Rear Brake Microfilter State inspection s Air cleaner element Spark plugs yes no Distance reading Date stamp and signature ...

Page 18: ...nd signature Engine Oil yes no Vehicle check Front Brake Brake fluid Rear Brake Microfilter State inspection s Air cleaner element Spark plugs yes no Distance reading Date stamp and signature Engine Oil yes no Vehicle check Front Brake Brake fluid Rear Brake Microfilter State inspection s Air cleaner element Spark plugs yes no Distance reading Date stamp and signature ...

Page 19: ...nd signature Engine Oil yes no Vehicle check Front Brake Brake fluid Rear Brake Microfilter State inspection s Air cleaner element Spark plugs yes no Distance reading Date stamp and signature Engine Oil yes no Vehicle check Front Brake Brake fluid Rear Brake Microfilter State inspection s Air cleaner element Spark plugs yes no Distance reading Date stamp and signature ...

Page 20: ...od of time without an occasional drive at highway speeds the engine s charging system will not maintain the battery Insufficient use of the vehicle could result in short term starting problems and in the long term could damage the battery In case the car is not operated for several weeks it is advisable to a slide battery switch to Off position Refer to Battery Switch in vehicle owner s manual b c...

Page 21: ...on against damage due to stones etc Corrosion protection materials tested over many years are applied to the surfaces of cavities and to the entire underside of the vehicle during and after assembly Requirements for maintaining the 12 year unlimited mileage anti corrosion warranty are outlined in the Warranty Section of this Booklet page 34 Restoring corrosion protection Please take care that anti...

Page 22: ...en carried out by the BMW center below and this BMW center has given notification of any body repairs necessary Customer s signature _______________________________________Date ____________________ Body Inspection BMW center authorized signature ______________________________________________ Performed by BMW center Stamp with Code Show damage location above with codes Stone damage Dent Scratch Col...

Page 23: ...en carried out by the BMW center below and this BMW center has given notification of any body repairs necessary Customer s signature _______________________________________Date ____________________ Body Inspection BMW center authorized signature ______________________________________________ Performed by BMW center Stamp with Code Show damage location above with codes Stone damage Dent Scratch Col...

Page 24: ...en carried out by the BMW center below and this BMW center has given notification of any body repairs necessary Customer s signature _______________________________________Date ____________________ Body Inspection BMW center authorized signature ______________________________________________ Performed by BMW center Stamp with Code Show damage location above with codes Stone damage Dent Scratch Col...

Page 25: ...en carried out by the BMW center below and this BMW center has given notification of any body repairs necessary Customer s signature _______________________________________Date ____________________ Body Inspection BMW center authorized signature ______________________________________________ Performed by BMW center Stamp with Code Show damage location above with codes Stone damage Dent Scratch Col...

Page 26: ...en carried out by the BMW center below and this BMW center has given notification of any body repairs necessary Customer s signature _______________________________________Date ____________________ Body Inspection BMW center authorized signature ______________________________________________ Performed by BMW center Stamp with Code Show damage location above with codes Stone damage Dent Scratch Col...

Page 27: ...en carried out by the BMW center below and this BMW center has given notification of any body repairs necessary Customer s signature _______________________________________Date ____________________ Body Inspection BMW center authorized signature ______________________________________________ Performed by BMW center Stamp with Code Show damage location above with codes Stone damage Dent Scratch Col...

Page 28: ...ot provided with the proper response we urge you to contact the General Manager or BMW Center Operator Despite the best intentions of all parties a misunderstanding may occur between you and your BMW center Should this occur and you require further assistance you may wish to contact the BMW NA Customer Relations Department at 1 800 831 1117 or though our website www bmwusa com When contacting we a...

Page 29: ...dditional assistance through BBB AUTO LINE in ARKANSAS CALIFORNIA IDAHO IOWA GEORGIA MINNESOTA and PENNSYLVANIA BBB AUTO LINE is a dispute resolution program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus BBB AUTO LINE resolves disputes through mediation or arbitration Mediation is an informal proceeding whereby a neutral third party mediator helps the parties to find an acceptable resolut...

Page 30: ...pproximate date and mileage at the time any problem s were first brought to the attention of BMW or one of our dealers and a state ment of the relief you are seeking 5 BBB AUTO LINE staff may try to help resolve your dispute through mediation If mediation is not successful or if you do not wish to participate in mediation claims within the program s jurisdiction may be presented to an arbitrator a...

Page 31: ...mages other than as provided in California Civil Code Section 1794 a and b 10 You may reject the decision issued by a BBB AUTO LINE arbitrator If you reject the decision you will be free to pursue further legal action The arbitrator s decision and any findings will be admissible in a court action 11 If you accept the arbitrator s decision BMW will be bound by the decision and will comply with the ...

Page 32: ...In order for you to receive quick and reliable services it is essential that you should provide detailed and accurate information to the service represen tative Be prepared to give 1 Your name and address 2 Your complete Vehicle Identification Number found on your vehicle registration or your permanent BMW Roadside Assistance ID card 3 Model description of your vehicle 4 Date of purchase 5 License...

Page 33: ... long as it is within 50 additional miles of the nearest BMW center Towing requests for vehicles disabled because of casualty fire act of God or viola tion of law federal state or local are accepted at the expense of the owner driver If it is necessary for you to have your vehicle towed through your own arrangements you must contact BMW Roadside Assistance for prior authorization and instructions ...

Page 34: ...umber during reservation and at the time of rental to secure your discount Exclusions Specifically excluded from coverage are Fines taxes or impound towing fees caused by a violation of local or state law Expenses related to hazardous weather conditions removal from snow ice etc Expenses for the removal of snow tires and mounting or removal of snow chains Services provided by Cross Country Motor C...

Page 35: ...y of BMW Limited Warranties The California Emissions Control System Limited Warranty applies to all 2005 U S specifica tion BMW vehicles sold leased and or registered in California Maine Massachusetts or Vermont ...

Page 36: ...this coverage the vehicle must be a new car retailed in the State of Kansas and the repair performed by an authorized BMW center in Kansas Towing Other Owner Benefits A 24 hour Roadside Assistance Program is available to every BMW owner during the new vehicle warranty period Roadside assistance and other owner benefits are available by calling 1 800 332 4269 For additional details on towing and ot...

Page 37: ...altered or cannot be read if the odometer has been replaced or altered and the true mileage cannot be determined if the vehicle has been declared a total loss or sold for salvage purposes or if the vehicle has been used in any competitive event General These warranties give you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRA...

Page 38: ...ING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES HEREIN BMW OF NORTH AMERICA HEREBY EXCLUDES INCIDENTAL AND CONSE QUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING LOSS OF TIME INCONVENIENCE OR LOSS OF USE OF THE VEHICLE FOR ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT Some states do not allow li...

Page 39: ...ur BMW center It is the owner s responsibility to have all scheduled inspection and maintenance services performed at the owner s expense as prescribed in the maintenance schedule for the BMW Emission Control System Service intervals are computed by the onboard BMW service interval indicator and displayed on the instrument panel The instructions for proper maintenance and use can be found in the O...

Page 40: ...e mileage cannot be determined The car if the vehicle identification number is altered or cannot be read or if the car has been declared a total loss or sold for salvage purposes General These warranties give you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY IS LIMITED...

Page 41: ...ervice as a demonstrator or company vehicle whichever is earlier This warranty continues for a period of 2 years or 24 000 miles whichever occurs first except for specific emissions control components as listed on page 38 for which the warranty period is 8 years or 80 000 miles whichever occurs first This warranty is made subject to the terms and conditions that apply to the Emission Control Syste...

Page 42: ...TEM FUEL METERING SYSTEM IGNITION SYSTEM POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION SYSTEM PCV FUEL EVAPORATIVE CONTROL SYSTEM EXHAUST SYSTEM ENGINE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM SENSORS DEVICES ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM OBD RELATED PARTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE ABOVE SYSTEMS The following components and or system are is covered under the Federal Emission Warranty for a period of 8 years or 80 000 miles whichever occu...

Page 43: ...ARRANTY For 7 years or 70 000 miles whichever occurs first If an emission related part specially noted on page 42 as having coverage for 7 years or 70 000 miles is defective the part will be repaired or replaced by BMW NA This is your long term emission control system DEFECTS WARRANTY Owner s Warranty Responsibilities As the vehicle owner you are responsible for the performance of the required mai...

Page 44: ...ornia Smog Check test or an EPA approved short test then BMW NA will repair your vehicle so that it will pass this test Items that require scheduled replacement are warranted up to the replacement interval specified in the Service section of this Statement BMW NA may repair a part in lieu of replacing it when performing warranty repairs Parts for which replacements are made become the property of ...

Page 45: ...tenance repair or replacement of components affecting emission control the owner should obtain assurances that such parts are warranted by their manufacturer to be equivalent to genuine BMW parts in performance and durability BMW NA assumes no liability under this warranty with respect to parts other than genuine BMW parts However the use of non BMW replacement parts does not invalidate the warran...

Page 46: ...amshaft Position Controller Valvetronic System Intake Manifold System Cylinder Head Cover Gasket Fuel Pump Fuel Tank Rear monitor oxygen sensor Engine Control Module Transmission Control Module Exhaust Manifold Gasket Exhaust Manifold w Catalyst Notice The National Traffic Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966 requires manufacturers to be in a position to contact the vehicle owners when a correction of...

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