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At a glance

Controls

Driving tips

Mobility

Reference

Everything under control

Odometer

Tachometer

Fuel gauge

Coolant temperature gauge

Service interval display

Outside temperature

Clock

Computer

Technology for safety and driving
convenience

Dynamic Stability Control DSC

Brake Force Display

Antilock Brake System ABS

Flat Tire Monitor

Controlling the climate for pleasant
driving

Air conditioning

Automatic climate control

Interior conveniences

Glove compartment

Storage compartments

Beverage holder

Preparations for the cellular phone

Ashtray

Special operating instructions

Break-in procedures

Driving notes

Brake system

Cargo loading

Hardtop preparation

Refueling

Fuel filler door

Fuel specifications

Wheels and tires

Tire inflation pressure

Tire condition

Tire replacement

Wheel and tire combinations

Run Flat tires

Winter tires

Snow chains

In the engine compartment

Hood

Engine compartment

Washer fluids for washer systems

Engine oil

Coolant

Brake fluid

Maintenance

The BMW Maintenance System

Care

Laws and regulations

California Proposition 65 warning

OBD interface socket

Replacement procedures

Onboard tool kit

Windshield wiper blades

Lamps and bulbs

Changing a wheel

Battery

Giving and receiving assistance

Warning triangle

First-aid kit

Jump-starting

Towing and tow-starting the vehicle

Technical data

Engine data

Weights

Dimensions

Capacities

Everything from A-Z

Index

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Summary of Contents for Z3 roadster 2.5i

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual for Vehicle Contents A Z Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 156 897 09 02 BMW AG ...

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Page 3: ... you in obtaining maximum satisfaction from your BMW s unique array of advanced technical features It also contains information on vehicle maintenance designed to enhance operating safety while simultaneously helping you to maintain your BMW s value throughout an extended ser vice life For additional information refer to the supplemen tal manuals This Owner s Manual should be considered a permanen...

Page 4: ...Safety belts 32 Steering wheel 32 Mirrors 33 Airbags 34 Transporting children safely 37 Vehicle Memory Key Memory Driving 38 Ignition lock 38 Engine 39 Parking brake 40 Manual transmission 40 Automatic transmission with Steptronic 42 Electric Power Steering EPS 42 Drivelogic 42 Turn signal indicators Headlamp flasher 43 Washer wiper system and rain sensor 44 Cruise control Lamps 45 Parking lamps L...

Page 5: ...ng 67 Hardtop preparation Refueling 70 Fuel filler door 70 Fuel specifications Wheels and tires 71 Tire inflation pressure 73 Tire condition 73 Tire replacement 74 Wheel and tire combinations 75 Run Flat tires 76 Winter tires 76 Snow chains In the engine compartment 77 Hood 78 Engine compartment 79 Washer fluids for washer systems 79 Engine oil 80 Coolant 81 Brake fluid Maintenance 82 The BMW Main...

Page 6: ...ation and adjustments on some of these systems can be performed at your BMW center Symbol on vehicle parts Indicates that you should consult the relevant section of this Owner s Man ual for information on a particular part or assembly Your individual vehicle On buying your BMW you have decided in favor of a model with individualized equip ment and features This Owner s Manual describes all models ...

Page 7: ...ed by BMW BMW cannot test every product made by other manufacturers to verify if it can be used on a BMW safely and without risk to either the vehicle its operation or its occu pants Original BMW Parts BMW Accessories and other products approved by BMW together with professional advice on using these items are available from all BMW retailers Installation and operation of non BMW approved accessor...

Page 8: ...merica LLC P O Box 1227 Westwood New Jersey 07675 1227 Telephone toll free 1 800 831 1117 If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your retailer or BMW of North America LLC To contact NHTSA you ...

Page 9: ...At a glance Controls Driving tips Mobility Reference 9 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 156 897 09 02 BMW AG ...

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Page 11: ... and displays presented in this chapter will help you find your way around your vehicle You will also be familiarized with the con cepts behind the operation of the features available to you Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 156 897 09 02 BMW AG ...

Page 12: ...g lamps 46 High beams 46 Headlamp flasher 42 Computer 49 3 Fog lamps 46 4 Horn 5 Washer wiper system Rain sensor 43 6 Hazard warning flashers 7 Central locking system 20 8 Engine compartment release 77 9 Luggage compartment lid release 21 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 156 897 09 02 BMW AG ...

Page 13: ...s 14 4 Engine coolant temperature gauge 47 5 Fuel gauge 47 6 Button for Time 48 Service interval display 48 7 Selector lever and program display for automatic transmission 41 8 Button for Trip odometer reset to zero 47 Setting time 48 9 Display for Trip odometer Odometer 47 Clock 48 Service interval 48 Computer 48 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 156 897 09 02 BMW AG ...

Page 14: ...gs 33 Battery charge current 87 Engine oil pressure Engine oil level Engine oil sensor 79 Parking brake Chassis control sys tem Dynamic Brake Control Brake fluid 39 51 52 81 Brake warning lamp for Canadian models Antilock Brake System ABS Chas sis control system 53 51 Antilock Brake System ABS Chas sis control system for Canadian models Dynamic Stability Control DSC 51 Dynamic Traction Control DTC...

Page 15: ...enter Colors The indicator and warning lamps can light up in various colors and combinations The following section explains the signifi cance of the individual colors as well as how you should respond when they appear Red Stop the vehicle immediately or an important reminder Yellow Have the system inspected as soon as possible or for your information Green For your information Blue For your inform...

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Page 17: ... provides you with the informa tion you need for complete control over your vehicle It describes all features used for driving and for ensuring your safety and comfort Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 156 897 09 02 BMW AG ...

Page 18: ...gage compartment lid fuel filler door storage compartment between the backrests opened manual convertible top The central locking system can be oper ated from outside using the remote control or via the driver s door lock from inside via the central locking sys tem button If it is operated from inside the fuel filler door will not be locked Refer to page 20 The anti theft system is automatically a...

Page 19: ...ock 1 Press the button to unlock the driver s door and the fuel filler door 2 Press the button a second time to dis engage all vehicle locks To lock and secure Press the button To switch on the interior lamps With the vehicle locked Press the button To deactivate the tilt alarm and interior motion sensors Press the button a second time immedi ately after locking For additional information refer to...

Page 20: ...e the power windows and the fully automatic convertible top via the door lock To open With the door closed hold the key in the Unlock position To close With the door closed hold the key in the Lock position Watch the closing process carefully and be sure that no one is trapped by the closing motion Releasing the key stops the operation Manual operation In the event of an electrical malfunction Tur...

Page 21: ... compartment lid will open slightly If the alarm system is armed opening the luggage compartment with the key will trig ger an alarm refer also to page 27 To open from the inside If the luggage compartment lid has not been locked separately you can open it with this button in the footwell on the driver s side when the vehicle is stationary To close The handle recess in the interior trim panel of t...

Page 22: ...wer window switches in the trim of the passenger door To open and close the windows Ignition key in position 1 or higher Press the switch until you feel resis tance the window continues to move downward as long as you continue to press the switch Press the switch briefly past the pres sure point the window moves automat ically Pressing the switch again stops the opening cycle You can close the win...

Page 23: ...ase button for the convertible top The convertible top cannot be oper ated This provides better theft protec tion for valuables stored in the luggage compartment Never mount a roof mounted luggage rack system on the convertible top To open the convertible top Operate the convertible top only when the vehicle is stationary Never store the convertible top for longer than one day while it is wet to a...

Page 24: ...ver store the convertible top while it is wet to avoid permanent damage from moisture Driving when the opening or closing process has not been completed can cause vehicle damage or personal injury Do not lay objects on the convertible top since they could fall off when the convert ible top is operated and cause damage or injuries Do not reach into the convertible top mech anism during opening and ...

Page 25: ...vertible top After the opening or closing operation the side windows will go back up if you keep the button pressed for more than 2 sec onds after the indicator lamp has gone out The automatic sequence will be interrupted immediately if you release the button that operates the top The sequence can be continued in the desired direction by press ing this button If the convertible top operation has b...

Page 26: ...into the hex slot 8 Pull the convertible top frame down as far as possible 9 Continue turning the Allen wrench to the left until the front convertible top frame has locked onto the windshield frame Wind deflector With the convertible top open the wind deflector keeps air movement in the pas senger compartment to a minimum thus providing you with a pleasant drive even at higher speeds Because of it...

Page 27: ...ng and disarming the alarm sys tem When the vehicle is locked or unlocked either via the driver s door lock or with the remote control the alarm system is simul taneously armed or disarmed The hazard warning flashers blink once when the alarm system has been properly armed You can have different acknowledg ment signals set to confirm arming and disarming You can open the luggage compartment lid wh...

Page 28: ...erior motion sensor refer to Avoiding unintentional alarms if children or animals are to remain in the vehicle Avoiding unintentional alarms The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor can be deactivated at the same time You can do this to prevent a false alarm from being triggered for instance in garages with elevator ramps or when the vehicle is transported by train Lock the vehicle twice a...

Page 29: ...r s lap Avoid twisting the belt while rout ing it firmly across the pelvis and shoulder wear it as snugly against your body as pos sible Do not allow the belt to rest against hard or fragile objects Do not route the belt across your neck or run it across sharp edges Be sure that the belt does not become caught or jammed Avoid wearing bulky clothing and pull on the lap belt peri odically to retensi...

Page 30: ...vical vertebra in the event of an accident Removal Pull the head restraint upward until it stops Press button 1 and remove the head restraint Installation Insert the head restraint into the guides Power seat adjustment 1 Tilt angle 2 Backward forward adjustment 3 Height 4 Backrest angle The head restraints are adjusted manually Refer to preceding section Read and comply with the adjustment instruc...

Page 31: ...cally set for the seat positions when you unlock the vehicle with your personal remote control If you make use of this method of adjustment be sure that the space behind the driver s seat is unobstructed before unlocking the vehicle If you fail to do so objects behind the seat could be damaged by a rearward movement of the seat Seat heating The seat cushion and backrest can be heated with the igni...

Page 32: ...al accident hazard 1 Push the locking lever downward 2 Adjust the steering column s reach and rake to suit your seat position 3 Pull the lever back in Mirrors To adjust exterior mirrors 1 Switch for 4 way adjustment 2 Selection switch for changing between mirrors 3 Button for folding mirrors in and out Fold the mirrors in and out by pressing the button repeatedly This can be useful in car washes o...

Page 33: ...to help support the seat occupant s upper body The knee airbags help provide addi tional protection in the event of a head on collision Do not remove or exchange the floor mat on the passenger side It is a component of the safety system For information on the correct seating posi tion refer to page 29 Indicator lamp The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster shows the airbag system s operational...

Page 34: ...ntact with deploying airbags in isolated instances The ignition and inflation noise from the air bags may induce a mild temporary hearing loss in sensitive individuals Transporting children safely Deactivating reactivating passenger airbags The passenger airbags must be deac tivated before using a rear facing child restraint system on the passenger seat refer also to page 36 for explanation BMW al...

Page 35: ...t range Reactivating Using the vehicle ignition key turn the key switch to the ON position All airbags in the vehicle are activated and will be triggered under appropriate condi tions Passenger airbags lamp The system checks that the airbag system is functioning properly when the ignition key is turned and the indicator lamp in the central console lights up for several sec onds The indicator lamp ...

Page 36: ...ates that the pas senger airbags are deactivated Your vehicle is equipped with an airbag restraint system for the passenger Because the backrest on any rear facing child restraint system of the kind designed for infants under 1 year and 20 lbs 9 kg would be within the airbag s deployment range you must deactivate the passenger s airbags as the impact of the airbags against the child restraint s ba...

Page 37: ... makes adjust ments accordingly Colored decals were provided with the keys to help you distinguish between the different personal remote control keys What the system can do You can learn about the entire array of fea tures this system offers at your BMW cen ter A few examples follow below Examples for Vehicle Memory Various signals as acknowledgement when locking or unlocking your vehicle refer to...

Page 38: ...engine speed Engine idle speed is controlled by the engine computer system Increased speeds at start up are normal and should decrease as the engine warms up If engine speed does not decrease service is required To prevent the battery from discharging always deactivate electrical devices that are not in use Switch the ignition off when the vehicle is not being driven Do not allow the engine to run...

Page 39: ...e vehicle is still moving If you did so the steering lock would engage when the steering wheel is turned When you leave the vehicle always remove the ignition key and engage the steering lock Always engage the parking brake when park ing on downhill roads Manual transmission Turn the ignition key to position 1 or 0 Automatic transmission Place the selector lever in position P and turn the ignition...

Page 40: ... ensuing friction to the clutch plates will cause a great deal of wear and tear on the clutch Automatic transmission with Steptronic You can drive as with a normal automatic transmission In addition you can also shift manually When you move the selector lever from the D position to the left into the M S range the performance oriented shift programs of the automatic transmission are engaged As soon...

Page 41: ...icator by SD The M S mode is recommended for performance oriented driving With the first brief touch the automatic transmission shifts from the Sport program to the manual mode When you tap the selector lever in the direction the transmission shifts up When the lever is tapped in the direction the transmission shifts down M1 to M5 appear in the gear indicator The Adaptive Transmission Control ATC ...

Page 42: ...een the standard and sport program The sport program is recommended for performance oriented driving Activating Drivelogic Press the SPORT button The LED in the key lights up The sport program of the automatic transmission is enabled by activating the Drivelogic system Thus the selector lever does not have to be shifted from D to M S refer also to page 41 The electric power steering switches from ...

Page 43: ...just the sensitivity of the rain sensor turn rotary dial 5 To deactivate the rain sensor return lever to position 0 Turn the rain sensor off in automatic car washes Failure to do so could result in damage caused by undesired wiper activation Normal wiper speed When the vehicle is stationary the wipers automatically switch to intermittent wipe not on vehicles with rain sensor Fast wiper speed When ...

Page 44: ... To decelerate Press the lever briefly in direction 2 When the cruise control is active vehicle speed is reduced by approx 0 6 mph 1 km h every time you tap the button Hold the lever in position 2 With the cruise control active the system automatically reduces the throttle opening to slow the vehicle As soon as you release the lever the system stores and maintains the current speed To recall the s...

Page 45: ...ou will hear an acoustic signal for a few seconds to remind you that the lamps have not been switched off Daytime driving lamps If you wish the light switch can be left in the second position When the ignition is switched off the external lighting is also switched off You can have the activation settings for the daytime driving lamps pro grammed on your vehicle Automatic headlamp control When the ...

Page 46: ... lamps Fog lamps A green indicator lamp comes on in the instrument cluster to indicate that the front fog lamps are on If the automatic headlamp control is on the low beams will automatically come on whenever you activate the front fog lamps Interior lamps The interior lamps operate automatically To switch the interior lamps on and off manually Press button 1 briefly If you would like the interior...

Page 47: ...ply is interrupted when you approach this sector Fuel gauge Once indicator lamp 1 stays on continu ously there are still approx 2 gallons 8 liters of fuel in the fuel tank Tank capacity approx 14 5 gallons 55 liters If the tilt of the vehicle varies when you are driving in mountainous areas for exam ple the needle may fluctuate slightly Fill the fuel tank well before it is empty Driving to the las...

Page 48: ...cheduled service The computer bases its calculations of the remaining distance on the preceding driv ing style A flashing message and a in front of the number mean that the service interval has already been exceeded by the distance shown on the display Please contact your BMW center for an appointment Outside temperature If the vehicle is not equipped with a com puter the display in the instrument...

Page 49: ... appear in the following order time of day outside temperature average fuel consumption cruising range average vehicle speed With the ignition key in position 1 or higher the last active setting is displayed Outside temperature To change the units of measure C F While the temperature display is active keep the button in the turn signal lever pressed until the display changes Ice warning If the out...

Page 50: ...le is station ary and the engine shut off is ignored in the calculation Cruising range The computer bases its calculations of the cruising range on the preceding driving style and on the remaining fuel in the tank Average speed If you continue to press the button on the turn signal lever the average fuel con sumption last displayed is recalculated from that point in time Online Edition for Part No...

Page 51: ...trol DTC indi cator lamp lights up permanently DTC is actively regulating drive torque and braking intervention Interventions to increase stability are being performed to a limited degree only The Dynamic Stability Control DSC indicator lamp and yellow brake warning lamp for Dynamic Brake Control DBC light up continuously Dynamic Stability Control DSC Dynamic Traction Control DTC and Dynamic Brake...

Page 52: ... The laws of physics cannot be repealed with DSC It will always be the driver s responsibility to drive in a man ner that matches road conditions We therefore urge you to avoid using the addi tional safety margin of the system as an excuse for taking risks Stabilizing interven tion is only performed to a limited degree when the DTC is activated Do not make any modifications to the DSC system Allow...

Page 53: ...r that ABS is in its active mode Flat Tire Monitor The concept The tire pressure is determined using the signals of the ABS sensors The system provides an alert whenever the tire pressure of one tire drops relative to that of another Prerequisites In order for the system to learn the cor rect tire inflation pressures please do the following Check the inflation pressure in all tires Compare to the ...

Page 54: ...engine After a few minutes driving time the Flat Tire Monitor stores the current inflation pressure in the tires as the target value to be monitored The Flat Tire Monitor automatically func tions when the ignition key is in position 2 and thus operates whenever the vehicle is being driven False alarms Do not initialize the system when snow chains are in use When driving with snow chains false alar...

Page 55: ...1 Air onto the windshield and the side windows 2 Air for the upper body area 56 3 Air for the footwell 4 Air distribution 56 5 Air conditioning 56 6 Outside air recirculated air mode 56 7 Temperature adjustment 56 8 Air supply blower 56 9 Rear window defroster 56 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 156 897 09 02 BMW AG ...

Page 56: ...the air currently within the vehicle If the windows fog over in the recircu lated air mode switch this mode off and increase the air supply as required Rear window defroster The indicator lamp lights up when the rear window defroster is active The rear window defroster switches off automatically Ventilation You can adjust the blower controls for the upper body area to obtain the optimum air flow r...

Page 57: ...ootwell 4 Individual air distribution 58 5 Defrost windows and remove condensation 58 6 Automatic air distribution and air supply 58 7 Air supply blower 58 8 Air conditioning 56 9 Maximum cooling 58 10 Temperature 58 11 Outside air Automatic recirculated air control AUC recirculated air mode 58 12 Rear window defroster 59 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 156 897 09 02 BMW AG ...

Page 58: ...ton When you turn the rotary control toward zero the blower heating and air condi tioner are switched off and the air supply is stopped You can reactivate the system by turning the control toward the right again To defrost windows and remove condensation This program quickly removes ice and condensation from the wind shield and the side windows Maximum cooling This program gives you maximum coolin...

Page 59: ...he air supply as re quired Rear window defroster The indicator lamp lights up when the rear window defroster is active The rear window defroster switches off automatically Ventilation You can adjust the blower controls for the upper body area to obtain the optimum air flow rates and directions for your personal requirements 1 Rotary dials for opening and closing the vents at any setting desired 2 ...

Page 60: ...d with the central locking system Releasing manually In the event of an electrical malfunction of the central locking system you can manu ally unlock the storage compartment between the seats 1 Pull on the cord in the rear luggage compartment panel The storage compartment between the seats unlocks 2 Press button see arrow 1 Other compartments and nets You will find additional storage compart ments...

Page 61: ...r s Manual for the telephone Ashtray To empty 1 Open cover 2 Pull out ashtray 1 Cigarette lighter Press in lighter 2 As soon as the lighter springs back out it can be removed Hold or touch the hot cigarette lighter by the knob only Holding or touching it in other areas could result in burns The cigarette lighter remains operational even when the ignition key has been removed For this reason childr...

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Page 63: ...Driving tips Driving tips provides you with information you will require in certain driving situations and when using special operating modes Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 156 897 09 02 BMW AG ...

Page 64: ...km Obey your local and state maximum speed limits When the vehicle is operated on wet or slushy roads a wedge of water may form between the tire and the road surface This phenomenon is referred to as hydroplaning and can lead to partial or complete loss of traction vehicle control and braking effectiveness Reduce your speed on wet roads Brake system Approx 300 miles 500 km must elapse before the b...

Page 65: ...e Brake system The brake warning lamp lights up although the parking brake is not engaged check the brake fluid level It is very important that you follow the instructions on page 81 before driving on Disc brakes Corrosion Limited vehicle use extended periods with the vehicle parked or in storage and oper ating conditions in which braking is restricted to gentle low pressure applica tions will all...

Page 66: ...hen the convertible top is closed raise the convertible top compart ment panel before stowing your cargo in the luggage compartment to avoid any damage to the convertible top compart ment or your load If you stow cargo behind the seats of your BMW Z4 roadster Only stow light objects such as cloth ing etc Do not pile objects higher than the top edge of the backrests To avoid damaging the rear of th...

Page 67: ... The brackets for attaching the hardtop are located underneath the covers see arrow 2 For instructions on how to install the hardtop please read the accompany ing assembly information The hardtop is available from your BMW center as a special option Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 156 897 09 02 BMW AG ...

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Page 69: ...y mobile the following chapter provides you with im portant information on fuels and fluids tires and wheels maintenance procedures and steps to take in the event of a breakdown Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 156 897 09 02 BMW AG ...

Page 70: ...loose or missing Close the gas cap tightly as described above Tank capacity approx 14 5 gallons 55 liters of which approx 2 1 gallons 8 liters are reserve capacity Simple and environmentally friendly When handling fuels comply with all of the applicable safety precautions posted at the service station When refueling insert the filler nozzle com pletely into the filler pipe Pulling the nozzle out o...

Page 71: ...s is not done incorrect tire pressures can cause driving instability or tire damage ultimately resulting in accidents Checking tire pressures The specified inflation pressures are pro vided on a sticker attached to the B pillar and are visible when the driver s door is open All pressures are specified in the units usu ally used in your country psi and kilopas cal for tires at ambient temperatures ...

Page 72: ...25 45 R 17 30 210 33 230 225 40 R 18 30 210 245 40 R 17 255 35 R 18 33 230 All winter tires 30 210 33 230 Tires Pressure specifications in psi kPa Tires All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi kilopascal with cold tires cold ambient temperature 225 45 R 17 33 230 36 250 225 40 R 18 33 230 245 40 R 17 255 35 R 18 36 250 All winter tires 33 230 36 250 Online Edition for Part No...

Page 73: ...ave the vehicle towed there to have it and its wheels or tires inspected Tire damage up to and including sudden and complete air loss can pose an extreme hazard for both vehicle occupants and other road users Tire replacement To maintain good handling and vehicle response use tires of a single tread config uration from a single manufacturer BMW advises against using retreaded tires as this could n...

Page 74: ...imum required by law The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed under inflation or excessive load ing either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where appli cable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum se...

Page 75: ...he damaged tires changed by your BMW center BMW recommends that you consult your BMW center if you wish to replace the tires of your BMW or change from summer to winter tires or vice versa Your BMW center knows how to work with Run Flat tires and is equipped with the nec essary special tools For safety reasons do not have Run Flat tires repaired When replacing tires or changing from summer to wint...

Page 76: ...s only Any BMW center has the required technical knowledge and the proper equipment and will be happy to assist you Tire condition tire pressure Once the tire wears to below 3 16 in 4 mm winter tires display a perceptible decrease in their ability to cope with winter driving conditions and should be replaced in the interest of safety Comply with the specified tire inflation pressures and be sure t...

Page 77: ...pants and other road users If you are not familiar with the guidelines please have the operations performed by a BMW center To open 1 Reach under the engine hood 2 Push the release handle up 3 Open the hood To close Allow the hood to fall from a low height and push on both sides so that it audibly engages To avoid injuries be sure that the travel path of the hood is clear when it is closed as with...

Page 78: ...nd windshield washer system 79 2 Engine oil filler neck 80 3 Auxiliary terminal for jump starting 89 4 Reservoir for brake fluid 81 5 Chassis ground negative terminal 6 Engine oil dipstick 79 7 Coolant expansion tank 80 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 156 897 09 02 BMW AG ...

Page 79: ...from inadequate lubrication Engine oil level The yellow engine oil indicator lamp lights up while driving The oil level is at the absolute mini mum refill as soon as possible Do not drive more than approx 30 miles 50 km until you do The yellow engine oil indicator lamp lights up after the engine is switched off add engine oil at the earliest opportunity when you stop to refuel Engine oil sensor Th...

Page 80: ...oved certain grades of engine oil Use approved BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil If you are unable to obtain an approved BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil you may use small volumes of other synthetic oils for topping up between oil changes Use only oils with the specification API SH or higher Ask your BMW center for details con cerning the specific BMW High Per formance Synthetic Oil or syntheti...

Page 81: ...Brake fluid is hygroscopic that is it absorbs moisture from the air over time In order to ensure the brake system s safety and reliability have the brake fluid changed every two years by a BMW center Refer also to page 48 and the Service Man ual Brake fluid is toxic and damages the vehi cle s paint You should always store it in the closed original container and in a location inaccessible to childr...

Page 82: ...I Determining the maintenance intervals based on the actual loads on the vehicle covers every kind of operating situation Minimal use drivers who drive fewer than 6 200 miles 10 000 km per year should nevertheless have the oil changed at least every 2 years since engine oil deteriorates over time regardless of use Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models Warranty and Service Guide Bo...

Page 83: ... the letters OBD on it This interface makes it possible to access data on emissions related components using special equipment If the Service Engine Soon indicator lamp comes on either continuously or intermittently this indicates a fault in the emissions related electronic systems Although the vehicle remains operational you should have the systems checked by your BMW center at the earli est poss...

Page 84: ...are not familiar with the procedures BMW rec ommends that you have your BMW center carry out the work Do not touch the glass portion of a new bulb with your bare hands since even small amounts of impurities burn into the surface and reduce the service life of the bulb Use a clean cloth paper napkin or a similar material or hold the bulb by its metallic base A replacement bulb set is available from...

Page 85: ...es see arrow Low beams and high beams Left side of engine compartment 1 Low beams 2 High beams H7 bulb 55 watts The H7 bulb is pressurized There fore wear safety glasses and protec tive gloves Failure to comply with these precautions could result in physical injury if the bulb is damaged 1 Turn the bulb holder to the left and pull out 2 Remove and replace the bulb 3 Install in the reverse order Wh...

Page 86: ...ing see arrows 1 2 Turn the screwdriver to the left see arrows 2 3 Use the screwdriver to pull out the entire bulb holder 4 Replace the bulb see arrow 5 Install in the reverse order Side turn signal indicators 5 watt bulb 1 Turn the lamp to the left and remove 2 Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while turning it to the left to remove 3 Install in the reverse order Tail lamps Tail lamps 1 21 4 watt...

Page 87: ...es are labeled on the sidewall with a circular symbol containing the letters RSC Refer to page 75 BMW recommends that you consult your BMW center if you wish to replace the tires of your BMW or change from summer to winter tires or vice versa Your BMW center knows how to work with Run Flat tires and is equipped with the nec essary special tools When replacing tires or changing from summer to winte...

Page 88: ...very low level increased steering effort may also be necessary Charging the battery Charge the battery in the vehicle only when the engine is not running Use the terminals provided in the engine compartment For information on connections refer to Jump Starting on page 89 Battery disposal Return used batteries to a recycling point or to your BMW center Maintain the battery in an upright position fo...

Page 89: ...ery is discharged you can use two jumper cables to start your vehicle with power from the battery in a second vehicle You can also use the same method to help start another vehicle Always use jumper cables with fully insulated handles on the terminal clamps Do not touch components carrying current on a running engine Contact with these components can cause fatal injury Carefully observe the follow...

Page 90: ...inal or to a suitable ground on the engine or body work of the vehicle to be jump started Jump starting the vehicle 1 Let the engine of the support vehicle run for several minutes at a slightly ele vated engine idle speed 2 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 order to allow the discharged battery ...

Page 91: ...cidents If the engine is off increased effort will be required to steer the vehicle since power support will not be available Towing with a commercial tow truck Do not tow with sling type equipment Use wheel lift or flatbed equipment Please comply with applicable state towing laws Never allow passengers to ride in a towed vehicle for any reason Never attach tie down hooks chains straps or tow hook...

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Page 93: ...nce This chapter will help you find the desired information as quickly as possible It contains the Technical data section as well as the manual s index Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 156 897 09 02 BMW AG ...

Page 94: ...4 roadster 2 5i Z4 roadster 3 0i Curb weight with manual transmission with automatic transmission lbs kg lbs kg 2 932 1 330 2 998 1 360 2 998 1 360 3 042 1 380 Approved gross vehicle weight with manual transmission with automatic transmission lbs kg lbs kg 3 483 1 580 3 549 1 610 3 549 1 610 3 593 1 630 Approved front axle load lbs kg 1 720 780 1 742 790 Approved rear axle load lbs kg 1 841 835 1 ...

Page 95: ...At a glance Controls Driving tips Mobility Reference 95 Dimensions Smallest turning circle 32 ft 2 in 9 8 m Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 156 897 09 02 BMW AG ...

Page 96: ... approx 5 3 5 For details page 79 For details page 79 Cooling system including heating circuit quarts liters 9 3 8 8 for manual transmission 9 5 9 0 for automatic transmission For details page 80 Engine with oil filter renewal quarts liters 6 9 6 5 For details page 80 Manual transmission automatic transmission and differential Lifetime lubricant no oil change required Online Edition for Part No 01...

Page 97: ...tic car wash refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure Automatic climate control 57 58 air conditioning 58 air distribution 58 air supply 58 Automatic recirculated air control AUC 58 defrosting windows and removing condensation 58 maximum cooling 58 outside air 58 rear window defroster 59 recirculated air mode 58 temperature 58 Automatic transmission with Steptronic 40 display 41 electronic tr...

Page 98: ...Owner s Manual for Radio Combination switch refer to Turn signal indicators Headlamp flasher 42 Compartments 60 Compression ratio 94 Computer 49 average fuel consumption 50 average speed 50 clock 12 24 hour mode 49 cruising range 50 outside temperature 49 Condensation removing from windows 56 58 Configuring adjustments refer to Vehicle Memory Key Memory 37 Consumption 50 Convenience operation conv...

Page 99: ...P refer to DSC 51 Exhaust system refer to High temperatures 65 Exterior mirrors 32 automatic dimming feature 33 Eyelet for tow starting and towing 90 F False alarm 28 Fault storage compartment 60 First aid kit 89 Flat tire 73 75 Flat Tire Monitor 53 indicator lamp 14 53 Fog lamps 46 indicator lamp 14 Footbrake refer to Driving notes 65 Front airbags 33 Fuel consumption 50 display 47 Fuel filler do...

Page 100: ...ading lamps 46 rear lamp 86 standing lamps 46 turn signal indicators 86 xenon lamps 85 LATCH child restraint mounting system 36 Length 95 License plate lamps bulb replacement 87 Light switch 45 Lighter 61 LIGHTS ON warning 45 Loads securing 66 Lock door 20 Locking 19 Longlife oils 80 Low beams 45 automatic 45 bulb replacement 85 indicator lamp defective bulb 14 Luggage compartment 22 94 capacity 9...

Page 101: ...ing electric 42 Power windows 22 Preparations for the cellular phone 61 Pressure monitor tires 53 Pressure tires 71 R Radiator 96 Radio refer to the Owner s Manual for Radio Rain sensor 43 Reading lamps 46 Rear lamps 86 bulb replacement 86 Rear window defroster air conditioning 56 automatic climate control 59 Rearview mirror 32 Recirculated air mode air conditioning 56 automatic climate control 58...

Page 102: ...tion 73 damage 73 DOT quality grades 73 flat tire 75 inflation pressure 71 M S tires 76 replacement 73 Run Flat tires 73 75 87 temperature 74 traction 74 tread 73 tread wear 73 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 74 wheel tire combination 74 winter tires 76 Tool kit refer to Onboard tool kit 84 Torque 94 Towing 90 Towing eyelet 90 Tow starting 90 Track width 95 Traction 74 Transmission refer to Automatic...

Page 103: ...d deflector 26 Window condensation removing 56 58 Windows convenience operation 20 defrosting and removing condensation 56 58 power windows 22 Windshield washer nozzles 44 Windshield washer reservoir 79 filling 96 Windshield wipers 43 cleaning windshield 43 intermittent operation 43 rain sensor 43 replacing 84 Winter tires 76 changing 87 condition 76 pressure 76 storage 76 Wipers replacing 84 Work...

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Page 105: ...icle Consult the index for individual specifications Fuel Engine oil The oil volume between the two marks on the oil dipstick corresponds to approx 1 1 US quarts 1 liter Tire inflation pressures Designation Please enter your preferred fuel here Quality Summer tires Front Rear Winter tires Front Rear Up to 2 persons Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 156 897 09 02 BMW AG ...

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