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Everything from A to Z

165

Index

Data

Technology

Repairs

Car care

Controls

Overview

Paintwork, minor

repairs

118

Paintwork, waxing

118

Parking brake

Parking lamps

Parking, winter

Performance

154

Pocket flashlight

Pollen

Power steering

Power windows

Pressure monitoring,

tires

Pressure, tires

Pre-warmed seats

Radio

refer also to the radio
Owner's Manual

Radio reception

148

Radios

RDW (Tire Pressure

Warning)

Reading lamps

Rear foglamps

Rear lamp

130

Rear window

defroster

Rearview mirror

Recirculated air mode

Refueling

Remaining fuel indicator

Remote control

Removing condensation

from the windows

Removing the vehicle from

storage

122

Replacement keys

Reporting Safety Defects

Restraint systems

Reverse

Roof load capacity

156

Rotating the tires

100

Rubber parts

Safety belt tensioner

149

Safety belts

Safety buttons

Seat heating

Securing cargo

Self-defrosting mirrors

Service and Warranty

Information Booklet
(US models)

114

Service Interval

Display

114

Shelves

Side airbags

Side lamps

Side marker lamps

bulb
replacement

129

130

Sliding

Slippery roads

Snow chains

103

Socket

Spare key

Spark plugs

158

Speaker

Speed control

Speedometer

Starting

problems

143

144

Steel wheels

103

Steering

Steering wheel lock

Stopping the vehicle

Storage areas

Storing your vehicle

122

Stroke

154

Summer tires

101

Switching off the engine

Symbols

136

Tachometer

Taillamps

bulb replacement

130

Tank capacity

157

Technical data

154

Technical

modifications

123

Telephone

Temperature display

outside temperature

Temperature gauge

engine coolant

Temperature layering

Tilt alarm

Tilt sensor alarm sensor

Tire codes

101

Tire damage

Tire inflation

pressure

Tire pressure monitoring

Tire Pressure Warning

(RDW)

Tire replacement

Tire rotation

100

Tire specifications

103

Tire tread

Together

Tools

Torque

Tow fittings

Tow starting

Towing

Track

Traction Control System

refer to DSC

Transmission

Transmitter key

Tread depth, tires

Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 155 083 - © 03/00 BMW AG

Summary of Contents for Z8 2000

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual for the Vehicle With a quick reference guide for your convenience Contents A Z Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

Page 2: ...fety and contribute to maintaining the value of your BMW throughout an extended service life This manual is supplemented by a Service and Warranty Information Booklet US models or a Warranty and Service Guide Booklet Canadian models We recommend that you read this publication thoroughly Your BMW is covered by the following warranties New Vehicle Limited Warranty Limited Warranty Rust Perforation F...

Page 3: ...f the vehi cle Should you have any further questions your BMW center will be glad to assist at any time Symbols used Indicates instructions or precau tions that must be followed pre cisely in order to avoid the possibility of personal injury and serious damage to the vehicle Contains either information that will assist you in gaining the opti mum benefit from your vehicle and en ables you to care ...

Page 4: ...t technology For this reason it is possible that the features described in this Owner s Manual could differ from those on your vehicle Nor can errors and omissions be entirely ruled out You are therefore asked to appreciate that no legal claims can be entertained on the basis of the data illustrations or descriptions in this Owner s Manual Status at time of printing Online Edition for Part No 01 4...

Page 5: ...our vehicle BMW warrants these parts to be free from defects in material and workman ship BMW will not accept any liability for damage resulting from installation of parts and accessories not approved 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 occupants Original BMW Parts B...

Page 6: ...ceives 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 indi vidual problems between you your dealer or BMW of North America Inc To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 202 366 0123 in Washington D C ...

Page 7: ...6n Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

Page 8: ... features Operation care and maintenance Owner service procedures Technical data Index Advanced technology 7n Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

Page 9: ... Seats 43 Steering wheel 45 Mirrors 45 Car Memory Key Memory 46 Passenger safety systems Safety belts 48 Airbags 49 Child restraints 51 Child seat safety 52 Driving Steering Ignition lock 53 Starting the engine 54 Turning the engine off 54 Parking brake 55 Manual transmission 56 Turn signal indicator Headlamp flasher 56 Wiper Washer system 57 Rear window defroster 58 Cruise control 59 Everything u...

Page 10: ...rake Control DBC 88 Disc brakes 88 Brake system 89 Winter operation 90 Power steering 92 Cellular phone 92 Radio reception 92 Wind protection 93 Hardtop 94 Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressure 96 Tire condition 97 Tire replacement 98 Tire rotation 100 Wheel and tire combinations 101 Winter tires 102 Snow chains 102 Approved wheel and tire specifications 103 Under the hood Hood 104 Engine compa...

Page 11: ... compartment lid storage compartment 140 Passenger side door 141 Closing the convertible top 141 Giving and receiving assistance Jump starting 143 Towing 144 Airbags 148 Radio reception 148 Dynamic Stability Control DSC 149 Safety belt tensioner 149 Interior rearview mirror with automatic dimmer 150 Xenon lamps 151 Engine data 154 Dimensions 155 Weights 156 Capacities 157 Electrical system 158 Dri...

Page 12: ...11n Index Everything from A to Z 162 Owner service procedures 167 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

Page 13: ...12n Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

Page 14: ...echnology 13n Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview Cockpit 14 Instrument cluster 16 Indicator and warning lamps 18 Hazard warning flashers 22 Warning triangle 22 First aid kit 22 Refueling 23 Fuel quality 24 Tire inflation pressure 24 Overview Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

Page 15: ...14n 520us001 Cockpit Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

Page 16: ... 30 6 Rear window defroster for the hardtop 58 7 Shift lever 56 To engage reverse gear press the lever to the left and overcome the slight resistance you will encounter 8 Cruise control 59 9 Adjusting the steering wheel 45 10 Horn the entire surface functions as the horn 11 Rear foglamps 68 12 Unlocking the hood 104 13 d Unlocking the luggage compart ment lid 35 Unlocking the fuel filler door 23 O...

Page 17: ...16nInstrument cluster 520us002 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

Page 18: ...Brake hydraulic system Cornering Brake Control CBC 18 Service Engine Soon 20 Engine oil pressure Engine oil level 18 19 5 Engine coolant temperature gauge with Coolant temperature too high warning lamp 61 6 Indicator and warning lamps for Rear foglamps 20 Turn signal indicator right 21 7 Clock 62 8 Control knob for Clock 62 Trip odometer reset to zero 60 9 Indicator and warning lamps for Please fa...

Page 19: ... the V belt is defective do not continue driving The engine could be damaged due to overheating If the V belt is defective increased steering effort is also required Engine oil pressure Stop vehicle and switch off en gine immediately Check the en gine oil level and top off as required If the oil level is correct please contact the nearest BMW center Do not continue driving The en gine could be dam...

Page 20: ... Comes on until the safety belts are fastened For additional information on safety belts refer to page 48 Airbags Please have the system in spected by your BMW center For additional information refer to pages 49 148 Yellow check as soon as possible Antilock Brake System ABS ABS has been deactivated in re sponse to system malfunction Conventional braking efficiency is avail able and unrestricted Pl...

Page 21: ...e the system checked by your BMW center For additional information refer to page 63 Service Engine Soon If the indicator lamp either re mains on or comes on intermit tently this indicates a fault in the emis sions related electronic systems Although the vehicle remains opera tional you should have the systems checked by your BMW center at the earliest possible opportunity For additional informatio...

Page 22: ...shes when the turn signals are operated Rapid flashing indicates a system malfunction For additional information refer to page 56 Blue for your information High beams Lights up when the high beams are on or the headlamp flasher is actuated For additional information refer to pages 56 68 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

Page 23: ...ailability of a hazard warning triangle in the vehicle 520de004 The first aid kit is located under the lug gage compartment s floor panel under the onboard tool kit 7 Some of the articles in the first aid kit may be used within a limited time only For this reason check the expiration dates of each of the items regularly and replace any whose expi ration dates have passed You can get replacements i...

Page 24: ...ally friendly Open the filler cap carefully to prevent fuel from spraying out Fuel spray may cause injury Do not top off Topping off may cause fuel spillage Keep the filler cap in the bracket attached to the fuel filler door 520de007 When refueling insert the filler nozzle completely into the filler pipe Pulling the nozzle out of the pipe during refuel ing results in premature pump shutoff and wil...

Page 25: ...arning RDW after changing a tire or a wheel Refer to page 65 520de008 Check tire inflation pressures reg ularly at least every two weeks and before beginning a longer trip Incorrect tire pressure can lead to tire damage and accidents Comply with tire approval specifications The inflation pressures in the table apply to tires made by BMW approved manufacturers Your BMW center is familiar with these...

Page 26: ...sure BMW Tires All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi kilopascal with cold tires cold ambient temperature Z8 Front 245 45 R 18 96 W 35 240 Rear 275 40 R 18 99 W 35 240 245 45 R 18 96 H M S 35 240 35 240 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

Page 27: ...ol 31 Opening and closing from inside 34 Luggage compartment lid 35 Alarm system 36 Electric power windows 38 The automatic convertible top 39 Adjustments Seats 43 Steering wheel 45 Mirrors 45 Car Memory Key Memory 46 Passenger safety systems Safety belts 48 Airbags 49 Child restraints 51 Child seat safety 52 Controls Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

Page 28: ...mperature gauge 61 Service Interval Display 61 Clock 62 Multi Information Radio MIR 62 Technology for safety and driving convenience Dynamic Stability Control DSC 63 Dynamic Driving Control 64 Tire Pressure Warning RDW 65 Lamps Side lamps Low beams 67 Instrument lighting 67 High beams Parking lamps 68 Rear foglamp 68 Interior lamps 68 Reading lamps 69 Controlling the climate for pleasant driving H...

Page 29: ...erated with this key This is recommended for valet park ing for instance There is a key case available for using your master key on a regular basis Replacement keys Replacement keys are available exclu sively through your BMW center Your BMW center is obligated to ensure that a person requesting a key is authorized to do so since the keys belong to a security system refer to Electronic vehicle imm...

Page 30: ...sed to start the engine 520de148 How the electronics work At the heart of this system is an elec tronic chip that is integrated into the key The lock mechanism itself is actu ally a dual function device simulta neously serving as a communications interface designed to allow the security system to maintain a continuous stream of variable vehicle specific signals with the electronic circuitry in the...

Page 31: ... cover panel for the door lock upward After either locking or unlock ing return it to its original position until it clicks back into its final position Turning the key in the driver s door once will unlock the driver s door only turning the key a second time will un lock the passenger door the luggage compartment lid fuel filler door the glove compartment and the storage shelf for the cellular ph...

Page 32: ...ys Refer to page 28 You can have various signals set as an acknowledgment message when locking Children might be able to lock the doors from the inside For this rea son always take the vehicle keys with you so that the vehicle can be opened again from the outside at any time 520de010 Master keys that are used repeat edly are always ready for opera tion since the battery in the key is charged autom...

Page 33: ...ing the button for it inside the vehicle refer to page 23 Convenience opening mode Press and hold button 1 The windows are then opened 520de143 To lock and secure Press button 2 You can have various signals set as an acknowledgment message when locking 520de145 To deactivate the tilt sensor alarm system and interior motion sensor Press button 2 again immediately after locking For additional inform...

Page 34: ...ere with remote control func tion If this should occur you can un lock and lock the vehicle via the door lock with a master key For US owners only The transmitter and receiver units com ply with Part 15 of the FCC Federal Communications Commission regula tions Operation is governed by the following FCC ID LX8EWS LX8FZVS LX8FZVE Compliance statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rule...

Page 35: ...glove compartment and the stor age area for the cellular phone will be unlocked when the driver s door is open the driver s door will be locked again if it is closed To unlock and open the doors Either unlock the doors together with the button for the central locking sys tem and then pull each of the release handles above the armrests or pull the release handle for each door twice the first pull u...

Page 36: ...Should the electrical system malfunc tion the luggage compartment lid can be opened from the inside Refer to page 140 To close The luggage compartment is locked again as soon as you close the lid 520us013 As with all closing procedures be sure that the travel path for the luggage compartment lid is clear when being closed to avoid injury Keep the luggage compartment lid closed while driving so tha...

Page 37: ...tion sensor and tilt alarm sensor are activated approx 30 sec onds after you have finished locking the vehicle The system indicates that it has been correctly armed by switching on the haz ard warning flashers for a single cycle and by emitting an acoustical signal You can have different signals set as acknowledgment messages for arming and disarming Indicator lamp displays The indicator lamp is l...

Page 38: ...essing button 2 on the re mote control twice in succession refer to page 32 or lock the vehicle twice with the key refer to page 30 The indicator lamp lights up briefly and then flashes continuously The tilt alarm sensor and the interior motion sensor are deactivated as long as the system is armed Interior motion sensor In order for the interior motion sensor to function properly the windows and t...

Page 39: ...center position The switch on the passenger side door activates the window for that side alone After the ignition has been switched off You can still operate the electric win dows for up to 15 minutes provided that no door has been opened Because the power windows are sealed at high pressure to prevent wind noise when closed a powerful motor is required for efficient closing When closing the windo...

Page 40: ...r closing procedure has been properly concluded can lead to either damage or injury Make sure that no objects or people get in the way while the convertible top is opening or closing so that no damage or injuries occur The automatic operating procedure is interrupted immediately if the button for actuating the top is released The pro cedure can be continued in the desired direction by pressing thi...

Page 41: ...r out of the lug gage compartment and pull it out of its protective sleeve 1 Unfold the cover and lay it out on top of the convertible top 2 First guide the front cover s left then the right tab into the slot arrow par tial section While guiding the tabs in use one hand to press the inside part of the convertible top down inside so that it does not get jammed in or damaged 520de108 3 Circling it a...

Page 42: ...peeds 520de038 To remove the cover Follow the same steps as for assembly however in reverse sequence After removing feed both of the outside ends for the cover under its respective retaining strap fold it in the middle and then fold it toward the outside leather on leather Put the folded up cover back into its protective sleeve and stow it in the lug gage compartment 520de109 Closing 1 Press and h...

Page 43: ...king device audibly click into place the indicator lamp on the instrument panel will then go out refer to page 16 The indicator lamp stays on while the convertible top is in motion The indica tor lamp will flash if you let go of one of the buttons before the opening proce dure has been completed 520de104 Power loss or malfunction Should the electrical system malfunc tion an opened convertible top ...

Page 44: ...e safety belt Correct sitting posture To reduce strain on the spinal column sit all the way back in the seat and rest your back fully against the backrest The ideal sitting posture is achieved with your head extending from your spine in a straight line For long distance driving you may wish to increase the backrest tilt angle slightly to reduce muscular tension You should be able to grasp the stee...

Page 45: ...ted on the inner side of the backrest Lock both backrests while driving otherwise there is a danger of an unexpected movement causing an accident Do not use the strap as a holder e g for newspapers or other items This could cause the backrests to unlock 520de098 The strap for the belt guide can be opened release the push button Should it be necessary this can relieve the load or the access to the ...

Page 46: ...nging between mirrors switch either all the way to the left or the right 520de018 You can also adjust the mirrors manu ally by pressing against the outer edges of their lenses When estimating the distance be tween yourself and other traffic bear in mind that the objects reflected in the mirror are closer than they ap pear This means that estimating of the distance to following traffic should not b...

Page 47: ... electro chro mic technology used in this mirror refer to page 150 How the system functions You have probably frequently wished that you could configure your vehicle individual functions to reflect your own personal requirements In engineering your vehicle BMW has included several user defined functions in the vehicle s design Your BMW center can make these settings for you There are settings rela...

Page 48: ...es Examples for Car Memory Various signals you can use as ac knowledgement for locking and un locking your vehicle Deactivating activating the follow me home lamps function Example for Key Memory Locking your vehicle after starting to drive You will see this symbol through out the Owner s Manual It is to remind you at appropriate places of the settings that are available to you Online Edition for ...

Page 49: ...ally to re tension it across your shoulder In the event of a frontal impact a loose lap belt could slide over your hips leading to abdominal injury In addition the safety belt s restraint effectiveness is reduced if the belt is worn loosely Expectant mothers should always wear their safety belts taking care to position the lap belt against the lower hips where it will not exert pressure against th...

Page 50: ...the primary directions of vehicle impact that initiate airbag deployment 520de022 Indicator lamp The indicator lamp displays the operational status of the airbag system from ignition key posi tion 1 and on System operational The indicator lamp comes on briefly then goes out System malfunction The indicator lamp fails to come on The indicator lamp comes on briefly before going out and then lighting...

Page 51: ...ts to obstruct the area between the airbag and the driver passenger Do not use the cover panel above the front passenger airbag as a storage area Do not apply adhesive materials to the cover panels of the airbags or cover or modify them in any other way Do not use a rear facing child seat in the front passenger seat If you use a child restraint system read carefully and comply with the instruction...

Page 52: ...possible This important precaution is intended to maximize the distance between the airbag and the child Older children should be tightly secured with the safety belt Younger children should be secured in an appro priate forward facing child restraint system that has first been secured with a safety belt In the interest of the child s safety please read carefully and comply with the instructions f...

Page 53: ...eel mechanism Allow the reel to retract the belt somewhat and engage the buckle then tighten the belt against the child restraint system The retraction mechanism is now locked The belt cannot be retracted further Comply with the installation instructions provided by the manufacturer of the child restraint system To release the belt Release the buckle remove the child restraint system and allow the...

Page 54: ...position 2 the ignition the starter and all electrical consumers are op erational 520de023 Removing the key The key is removed in position 0 Turn the steering wheel to engage the steer ing lock and activate the electronic vehicle immobilizer With a discharged or discon nected battery the steering col umn will not be locked or unlocked Leaving the key in the ignition uses up a minimal amount of pow...

Page 55: ...mediately at a moderate engine speed Cold starts at very low temperatures from approx 5 7 15 6 and at alti tudes above 3 300 ft 1 000 meters On the first start attempt engage the starter for a longer period approx 10 seconds Engine idle speed is controlled by the engine computer system Increased speeds at startup are normal and should decrease as the engine warms up If engine speed does not decrea...

Page 56: ...he vehicle is in motion do not pull hard on the lever Keep your thumb pressed against the release but ton while carefully pulling the lever up to apply moderate pressure Excessive pressure can lead to over braking and loss of traction fishtailing at the rear axle The brake lamps do not come on when the parking brake is engaged Always engage the parking brake when parking on slopes and inclined sur...

Page 57: ... in the third fourth Reverse Select Reverse only when the vehicle is stationary Press the shift lever to the left to overcome the resistance As you do this the backup lamp will turn on automatically when the ignition key is in position 2 Do not hold the vehicle in place on slopes by slipping or riding the clutch Use the parking brake instead A slipping clutch increases clutch wear 1 High beam blue...

Page 58: ...osition 1 switch off the ignition as soon as the wipers come to a stop For changing the wiper blades refer to page 128 Fold the wipers back down onto the windshield before you turn the ignition key to position 1 or 2 again If you do not they could be damaged 1 Intermittent wipe Wiper delay varies automatically depending on actual road speed 2 Normal wiper speed The wipers automatically revert to i...

Page 59: ...e windshield If you do so your vision could be obscured Use an antifreeze agent Refer to page 108 Do not use the washers when the reser voir is empty If you do so the washer pump could be damaged Windshield washer jets The windshield washer jets are warmed automatically when the ignition key is in position 2 To activate Once the hardtop is in place press the button as long as the indicator lamp re...

Page 60: ...rol the speed is decreased by approx 0 6 mph 1 km h every time you briefly touch the lever Press and hold the lever in position 2 With the cruise control active the sys tem automatically reduces the throttle opening to slow the vehicle When you release the lever the system registers and maintains the current speed To cancel the cruise control Press the lever briefly in direction 3 The cruise contr...

Page 61: ... noticeable loss of power 520de029 When you switch on the ignition the indicator lamp lights up briefly to confirm that the system is operational Once the indicator lamp comes on and stays on there are approx 2 6 gallons 10 liters of fuel left in the fuel tank For fuel tank capacity refer to page 157 Certain operating conditions such as those encountered in mountainous areas may cause the needle t...

Page 62: ...red zone in response to high outside temperatures or severe operating conditions For checking coolant level refer to page 111 Remaining distance before service The displays shown in the illustration appear for a few seconds when the ignition key is in position 1 or after the engine is started The remaining distance in miles before the next scheduled service will appear together with the display OI...

Page 63: ...on system and few other cellular phone functions in addition to your car radio Please refer to the supplementary Owner s Manual provided with your sound system for detailed information on adjusting and operating the Multi Information Radio Outside temperature You can have the outside temperature shown on the Multi Information Radio display Refer to the supplementary Owner s Manual Clock Multi Info...

Page 64: ...ndicator lamp flashes The system is active and governs drive force and braking force If the indicator lamp does not go out after the engine is started or if it comes on during normal driving and stays on There is a system malfunction or the system was deactivated with the button You can continue to drive the vehicle normally but without DSC Please consult your BMW center for re pairs To deactivate...

Page 65: ...pter Advanced technology on page 149 Whenever required the system can be switched from sporty comfortable ori entation based on what the driver is demanding in terms of vehicle perfor mance via the accelerator pedal to a purely sports oriented response This means that the switch over is sponta neous and in response to the demands made on the system through the accel erator pedal detecting the spor...

Page 66: ...a few seconds 3 The RDW undergoes an automatic learning process while you are driv ing and stores this data to aim for op timal conditions This one time learn ing process lasts at least 10 minutes after which the RDW is able to detect and report any tire failure Repeat this process after any changes in tire inflation pressure tire rotation or replacement Once the pressures have been adjusted to th...

Page 67: ...es there could be a delayed detection of any loss in in flation pressure while driving on snow covered or slippery road surfaces A sporty driving style can also cause delayed RDW alerts e g slippage in the drive wheels high lateral accelera tion System interference The red indicator lamp in the instrument cluster will stay on for as long as there is a malfunction The indicator lamp will come on if...

Page 68: ...ve parked the vehi cle and shut off the engine the low beams will remain on for a brief period You may also have this function deacti vated if you wish LAMPS ON warning If you turn the ignition key in position 0 an acoustic signal will sound for a few seconds after the driver s door has been opened if the low beam head lamps have not been switched off Daytime running lamps switch The headlamps are...

Page 69: ...trument cluster lights up whenever the rear foglamps are switched on Obey the legal stipulations regarding foglamp use 520de039 The interior lamps operate automati cally Switching the interior lamps on and off manually Turn the knob If you want the interior lamps to remain turned off keep the knob turned for approx 3 seconds Turn the knob again to turn it back on Footwell lamps The footwell lamps ...

Page 70: ...itched on and off using the push button located next to each lamp 520de041 In order to prevent battery dis charge all of the lamps in the vehicle are switched off automatically approx 15 minutes after the ignition key has been turned to position 0 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

Page 71: ...70n 520de042 Heating and ventilation Air conditioning Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

Page 72: ...page 73 3 Front footwell ventilation 4 Air supply Both the heating and ventilation are available from position 1 on Refer to page 72 5 To defrost windows and remove condensation 73 6 Temperature 72 7 Air distribution toward the windows the upper body the footwell All intermediate settings are possible too Refer to page 72 8 Rear window defroster with the hardtop in place 73 9 Operating Recirculate...

Page 73: ...ecirculated air mode and increase the airflow if necessary or press the button for defrosting and defogging the win dows Venting in outside air Recommended when driving with the convertible top open The degree to which the pas senger compartment is heated depends on temperature selec tion and air distribution Air conditioner Venting in outside air The air is cooled and dehu midified and depending ...

Page 74: ...utomatically Refer to page 58 The indicator lamp is always active The rear window defroster will not work if the hardtop is not in place Draft free ventilation You can adjust the air outlets for the up per body area for your personal comfort Use rotary dials 1 to open and close the air outlets through an infinitely variable range 520de043 You can adjust the direction of the air flow using the leve...

Page 75: ...ake 2 Use the rotary temperature control to select an interior temperature comfortable for you 3 Rotary control for air distribution in position 4 Select air conditioning outside air 5 Open the air outlets for the upper body area 520de129 Rapid cooling 1 Set the rotary blower switch to position 4 for air intake 2 Turn the rotary temperature control completely to the left 3 Rotary control for air d...

Page 76: ... fol lowing settings 1 Set the blower speed control for the air flow rate to position 2 2 Use the rotary temperature control to select an interior temperature which is comfortable for you 3 Rotary control for air distribution in position 520de047 The seat cushion and backrest can be heated when the ignition key is in position 2 By repeately pressing the button you can select one of three different...

Page 77: ... If you turn over only your door and ignition key for valet parking refer to page 28 for example access to the glove compartment the storage shelf for the cellular phone or the luggage compartment is not possible when the vehicle has been locked Manual operation in the event of electrical malfunction With the key in the last key positions you can unlock or lock the glove com partment Refer to page...

Page 78: ...torage compartment behind the driver s seat To open Unlock by turning the master key all the way to the left The cover will open slightly and can then be flipped all the way up To close Press down until you hear it snap into place The cover has been locked again If you turn over only your door and ignition key for valet parking refer to page 28 access is impossible 520de082 Rechargeable flashlight...

Page 79: ...rate Owner s Manual 520de138 1 Push the front passenger seat all the way back 2 Take the beverage can holder out of the glove compartment and 3 Hang it on the bracket located on the center console on the front passen ger side Refer to the illustration By using the removable plastic insert you can place beverage cans or cups of various sizes in the holder Do not place any open drinks in the holder ...

Page 80: ...ther information on the cellular phone refer to the separate Owner s Manual 520de132 Hands free system Located over the interior rearview mirror For further information on the cellular phone refer to the separate Owner s Manual 520de131 To open Flip the cover up To extinguish your cigarette first tap off the ash and gently press the tip into the funnel arrow 1 To empty Push the button arrow 2 you ...

Page 81: ...s opera tional when the ignition key has been removed Therefore do not leave unsu pervised children in the vehicle 520de053 Cigarette lighter socket This socket is suitable for attaching power supplies for flashlights car vac uum cleaners or other appliances up to a rating of approx 200 watts at 12 volts Avoid damaging the socket by inserting plugs of improper shapes or sizes Online Edition for Pa...

Page 82: ...ar trim panel Cargo that is too big or unwieldy and stowed behind the seats can also pre vent the seat from locking properly into position Therefore check to make sure that the seat is properly locked into place moving the seat forward if nec essary Refer to page 43 Always position and secure the load correctly If you do not it can endanger the passengers during braking or eva sive maneuvers Do no...

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Page 84: ...on 93 Hardtop 94 Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressure 96 Tire condition 97 Tire replacement 98 Tire rotation 100 Wheel and tire combinations 101 Winter tires 102 Snow chains 102 Approved wheel and tire specifications 103 Under the hood Hood 104 Engine compartment 106 Washer fluids 108 Washer nozzles 108 Engine oil 109 Coolant 111 Brake fluid 112 Vehicle Identification Number 113 Maintenance an...

Page 85: ...imum speed limits When the vehicle is being driven on wet or slushy roads a wedge of water may form between the tire and the road surface This phenomenon is referred to as aquaplaning or hydro planing and can lead to partial or complete loss of traction vehicle con trol and braking effectiveness Reduce your speed on wet roads Brake system Approximately 300 miles 500 km must elapse before the brake...

Page 86: ...ll the fuel tank well before it is empty Tow start only when the engine is cold If you attempt to tow start with a warm engine unburned residual fuel in the catalytic converter could ignite and cause damage It is better to start the vehicle with an outside starting aid Avoid other situations where the fuel is either not burned or burns incom pletely such as engaging the starter frequently or for e...

Page 87: ...he vehicle s speed drops back below approx 4 mph 6 km h This means that the wheels can tend to lock in the very final phase of a panic stop which in actual practice is not critical The ABS system works best in situa tions requiring maximum pressure on the pedal full braking Since the vehi cle maintains steering responsiveness you can nevertheless avoid possible obstacles with a minimum of steering...

Page 88: ...on ABS are to be performed by authorized technicians only In the event of a fault If the ABS warning lamp comes on refer to page 19 The brake system will then function the same as on vehicles without ABS However have the brake system checked by your BMW center as soon as possible To prevent undetected defects and cumulative faults from adversely affecting the brake system refer any problems to you...

Page 89: ...iver You should never allow the added safety provided by DBC to mis lead you into taking risks of any kind Disc brakes furnish optimum decelera tion and braking control and greater fade resistance under heavy use When the vehicle is driven only occa sionally during extended periods when the vehicle is not used at all or in oper ating conditions where brake applica tions are less frequent there is ...

Page 90: ...ou should decelerate by applying more substantial pressure to the brake pedal watch for following traffic releasing the pedal and then repeating the appli cation staggered braking The cooling phases between active braking inter vals prevent the brakes from overheat ing and retain full braking capacity Do not coast with the clutch de pressed the gear shift lever in neutral or above all with the eng...

Page 91: ...ing down to approx 34 7 37 6 Locks BMW door lock deicer can be used to free doors if frozen This deicer also contains lubricant After using the deicer treatment with BMW lock cylinder grease is recom mended Rubber seals and components To prevent the weather stripping from freezing apply a spray on rubber treat ment or silicone spray to the door hood and luggage compartment lid seals A full range o...

Page 92: ...ntaining enough force to continue braking Then increase the pressure reduce the pressure when the wheels lock reapply pressure etc This staggered braking procedure will reduce braking distances while helping you maintain steering control You can always then attempt to steer around hazards after you have reduced pressure on the brake pedal Do not shift down on slick road surfaces if you want to dec...

Page 93: ...ide the passenger compartment or otherwise not attached to the outside of the vehicle You will find instructions for operating your cellular phone in a separate man ual included with your Owner s Manual The reception and sound quality ob tained from mobile radios vary accord ing to a variety of factors including the broadcast range of the transmitter and the directional orientation of the an tenna...

Page 94: ...em at an angle and press them into place using the strap hanging in front of them Shove the four straps under the inner side of the convertible top 3 Shove both the center elements all the way to the vehicle s outside edge arrows so that the cover can then easily be mounted 4 Fit the cover if you wish to drive with the convertible top open refer to page 40 520de135 Removing Loosen the mounting fas...

Page 95: ...roadster is fitted with a series standard hardtop Two people are necessary to take the hardtop off Exercise great care when doing so in order to avoid any damage to paint the vehicle body and the hardtop itself 1 Lower the side windows 2 Unlock the side trim panel by press ing on it arrow Every time you press on it you either lock or unlock the side trim panel 3 Remove both the left and right side...

Page 96: ...the catches Do not let the hardtop rest on the edge of the roof as this could cause damage 520de111 9 Press the left and right protective covers onto the hardtop brackets 520de110 Installing Goes the same way as for taking the hardtop off just do it in reverse order Whenever the hardtop is in constant use the cloth convertible top does not need to be dismantled even in winter Before storing the cl...

Page 97: ...eck tire inflation pressures reg ularly refer to page 24 at least every two weeks and before beginning a longer trip If this is not done incor rect tire pressures can cause driving instability and tire damage ultimately resulting in accidents Safety tires Your BMW Z8 roadster is equipped with safety tires The safety tires are made of self sup porting tires and customized wheel rims Reinforcing the...

Page 98: ... of water on the road 390de331 Avoid overloading the vehicle so that the permitted load on the tires is not exceeded Overloading can lead to overheating and increases the rate at which damage develops inside the tires You could have a blowout as a result Unusual vibrations encountered during normal vehicle operation can indicate tire failure or some other vehicle defect as can variations in normal...

Page 99: ...led conditions on speci fied government test surfaces of as phalt 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 acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction charac teristics Temperature The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s res...

Page 100: ...es with emergency driving characteristics as there is no spare tire available if you get a flat For further information refer to page 135 Tire age The date on which the tire was manu factured is indicated by the code on the sidewall DOT 1200 indicates that the tire was manufactured in week 12 of 2000 BMW recommends the replacement of all tires when the tires are no more than 6 years old even if a ...

Page 101: ...d on economic considerations one should consider whether the costs for the rotation are likely to be recouped by any increase in the service life of the tires that might be realized Rotation should always be carried out at short in tervals with a maximum of 3 000 miles 5 000 km Consult your BMW center for more information Should you decide to rotate the tires it is essential to comply with the fol...

Page 102: ... radial tires The speed rating indicates the approved maximum speed for the tire Summer tires S up to 112 mph 180 km h T up to 118 mph 190 km h H up to 130 mph 210 km h V up to 150 mph 240 km h W up to 167 mph 270 km h Y up to 186 mph 300 km h ZR over 150 mph 240 km h For example Nominal width in mm Aspect ratio in X Radial tire code Rim diameter in inches Load rating not on ZR tires Speed rating ...

Page 103: ...professional attempts by laymen to service tires can lead to damage and accidents Have this work performed by skilled professionals only Your BMW center will be glad to assist you with both their expertise and the proper equipment for your vehicle Tire condition tire pressure Once the tread depth on winter tires is less than 0 16 in 4 mm they are no longer suitable for winter road driving and in t...

Page 104: ...ains when using summer tires 275 40 R 18 99 W Do not activate the RDW system while using snow chains Malfunction warnings and undetected losses in pressure are possible when driving with snow chains For further information refer to page 65 The use of rims and wheel bolts that do not meet the specifications of the original factory installed equip ment will affect the safe operation of your vehicle ...

Page 105: ...ystems or equipment especially when these are located within the engine compartment Comply with all applica ble instructions and warnings If you are not familiar with the guidelines speci fied for the work you are doing on your vehicle have it done by a BMW center otherwise improper servicing of parts and materials constitutes a safety risk for vehicle occupants and other road users To open Press ...

Page 106: ...of the hood at the same time until you hear it audibly engage To avoid injuries be sure that the travel path of the hood is clear when it is being closed as with all closing procedures If it is determined that the hood is not completely closed while driving stop immediately and close it securely 520de086 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

Page 107: ...106nEngine compartment 520de087 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

Page 108: ...rtment 1 Brake fluid reservoir 112 2 Auxiliary terminal for jump starting 143 3 Coolant expansion tank 111 4 Engine oil filler neck 109 5 Engine oil dipstick 109 6 Reservoir for windshield and headlamp washer system 108 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

Page 109: ...is reason keep them away from sources of flame and store them only in their original containers Store them so that they are inaccessible to children Comply with the instructions on the containers Windshield washer system The spray from the nozzles should be directed onto the windshield so as to ensure effective cleaning even at high speeds Use a needle to adjust the noz zles if required or have th...

Page 110: ...mption is directly influenced by your driving style and vehicle operating conditions 520de089 The 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 dipstick Excess oil will damage the engine 520de091 Adding engine oil Wait until the level has dropped to just above the lower mark before adding oil However never let ...

Page 111: ...higher Ask your BMW center for details concerning the specific BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil or synthetic oils that have been approved You can also call BMW of North Amer ica at 1 800 831 1117 or visit this web site www bmwusa com to obtain this information Viscosity ratings Viscosity is the oil flow rating as estab lished in SAE classes Select the correct SAE class based on the climatic cond...

Page 112: ...than fac tory approved nitrite and amino free extended duty antifreeze with corrosion inhibitor Your BMW center is familiar with the official specifications Antifreeze and anticorrosion agents are hazardous to health You should always store them in their original containers and in a location that is inaccessible to children Extended duty antifreeze with corrosion inhibitor contains the flamma ble ...

Page 113: ...ermin ing and correcting the cause of brake fluid loss consult your BMW center Your BMW center is familiar with the specifications for factory approved brake fluids DOT 4 Brake fluid loss can increase brake pedal travel For this type of situation refer to the notes on page 89 520de093 Brake fluid is hygroscopic that is it absorbs moisture from the air over time In order to ensure the safety and re...

Page 114: ...ar care Controls Overview Vehicle Identification Number In the engine compartment on the right hand strut dome arrow and on the upper left hand edge of the instru ment panel 520us009 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

Page 115: ... and II Determining the maintenance intervals according to the actual loads on the ve hicle covers every kind of operating sit uation However even those drivers who put significantly less than 6 000 miles 10 000 km on their vehicles annually should have the engine oil changed at least every two years since oil deterio rates over time regardless of use Service Warranty Information Booklet US models...

Page 116: ...he vehicle which are inacces sible to the automatic washer such as door sills door and hood edges etc should be cleaned by hand In the winter months it is especially important to ensure that the vehicle is washed on a regular basis Large quan tities of dirt and road salt are difficult to remove and they also cause damage to the vehicle If spray wands or high pressure washers are used be sure to ma...

Page 117: ...er care prod ucts or silicone spray particularly when they feel dry or tend to stick Eliminate noises such as squeaks with lubricant spray Never use sharp edged objects to clean the rear window of snow or ice If using a deicer spray make sure that none of the spray comes into contact with the convertible top Because of the risk of damage and discoloration do not apply adhesive tape stickers or sim...

Page 118: ...initiate programs de signed to further improve the durability of their finishes Despite this environ mental factors that occur locally or re gionally can have negative effects on the finish of your vehicle These should guide you in determining the frequency and extent of your efforts to maintain the vehicle finish Road dirt tar spots dead insects ani mal droppings strong alkali effect and even tre...

Page 119: ...inued protection Use the cleaning and car care products available at your BMW center Waxing your vehicle Protect the finish using carnauba or synthetic based waxes only The best way to determine when the finish needs to be waxed is by noting when water stops beading on the surface You can use a glass cleaner to remove any wax or silicone that may have been left on the windows during waxing Use the...

Page 120: ...sary Do not allow mois ture to soak through the seats or head liner Never use solvents such as lac quer thinner heavy duty grease re mover fuels or similar substances Use a soft clean cloth to wipe off the lamp covers using methylated spirits with distilled water as a cleaning sol vent if necessary at a mixing ratio of 1 1 Rubber components should be cleaned with water only a rubber treatment or s...

Page 121: ...her the cleaned surfaces should be treated with BMW leather care agent This also prevents antistatic electricity For protection against dampness or moisture treat the leather with a BMW impregnating agent We recommend that you perform this procedure twice a year on leather exposed to normal use Spills should be wiped up immediately Remove grease and oil stains without rubbing but rather by dabbing...

Page 122: ... operations 520de021 Do not modify or tamper with either the wiring or the individual components in the airbag system These include the padded steering wheel hub the instru ment panel and the side trim panels of the doors Never apply adhesive materi als to these components or cover or modify them in any way Do not remove or dismantle the steering wheel your self To ensure compliance with applicabl...

Page 123: ...on 6 Increase the tire inflation pressure to 51 psi 350 kPa Before parking the vehicle 1 Dry the parking brake and footbrake by brake applications to prevent the brake discs and drums from corroding 2 Park the vehicle in a covered dry and well ventilated area Place the transmission in first gear or if neces sary chock the wheels to prevent the vehicle from rolling Do not engage the parking brake 3...

Page 124: ...stalled behind translucent lenses serve as the light source for many of the controls and displays in your vehicle These light emitting diodes are similar to conven tional lasers Do not remove the protective lens and avoid staring directly at the unfiltered beam for extended periods several hours To do so could result in inflammation of the iris California laws require us to state the following war...

Page 125: ...e systems should be checked by your BMW center at the earliest possible opportunity Under certain conditions the indicator will blink or flash This indicates a rather severe level of engine misfire When this occurs you should reduce speed and consult the nearest BMW center as soon as possible Severe engine misfire over only a short period of time can seriously damage emission control components es...

Page 126: ...125n Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

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Page 128: ...rocedures Onboard tool kit 128 Windshield wiper blades 128 Lamps and bulbs 129 Changing a wheel 135 Battery 136 Fuses 138 In case of electrical malfunction Fuel filler door 140 Luggage compartment lid storage compartment 140 Passenger side door 141 Closing the convertible top 141 Giving and receiving assistance Jump starting 143 Towing 144 Repairs Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 B...

Page 129: ... the windshield 3 Position the wiper blade at an angle and pull the release spring arrow 4 Fold the wiper blade down and unhook it toward the windshield 5 Pull the wiper blade past the wiper arm toward the top 6 Insert a new wiper blade and press it in until you hear it click into place 520de060 Fold the wipers back onto the windshield before turning the igni tion key to position 1 or 2 If you do ...

Page 130: ... with a dry cloth Never use abrasives or strong solvents to clean the covers Remove dirt and contamination such as insects by soaking with BMW Car Shampoo and then rinsing with plenty of water Always use a deicer spray to remove accumulated ice and snow never use a scraper Xenon lamps The main headlamps for your BMW Z8 roadster have been designed using xenon light technology The service life of th...

Page 131: ...ct a BMW center in the event of a malfunction Taillamps 1 Turn signal indicators red 2 Taillamp Brake lamp red 3 High mounted brake lamp red 4 Backup lamp red white 5 Rear foglamp red 6 Reflector red 520us010 Side marker lamps rear Please contact a BMW center in the event of a malfunction 520us011 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

Page 132: ...e opening turn the bulb holder to the left and take it out 3 Replace the bulb Replace the backup lamp 21 watt bulb Replacing this bulb is done the same as it is for the rear foglamp 520de069 Replace the license plate lamp 5 watt bulb 1 Turn the lamp to the right and take it out by pulling downward 2 Turn the lamp socket toward the rear and take it out 3 Replace the bulb 520us012 Online Edition for...

Page 133: ...t and remove it 3 Replace the bulb 520de062 Replace the exit lamp 5 watt bulb 1 Pry the lamp out by pressing on the narrow side with a screwdriver 2 Replace the bulb 520de063 Replace the footwell lamp 5 watt bulb 1 Pry the lamp out by pressing on the narrow side with a screwdriver 2 Replace the bulb 520de064 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

Page 134: ...driver 2 Pull the lamp socket out of the lamp insert 3 Remove and replace the bulb 520de095 Rear 5 watt bulb 1 Use a screwdriver to remove the lens from the side 2 Replace the bulb 520de066 Replace the bulb in the glove compartment 5 watt bulb 1 Pry the lamp out using a screwdriver 2 Remove the reflector 3 Replace the bulb 520de102 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

Page 135: ...mp out using a screwdriver 2 Remove the reflector 3 Replace the bulb 520de072 Replace the engine compartment lamp 10 watt bulb 1 Using a screwdriver press on the black detent and remove the lamp lens 2 Replace the bulb 520de101 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

Page 136: ...less than 50 mph 80 km h avoiding any hard braking or steering maneuvers while doing so You will still be able to drive about 155 miles 250 km on your safety tire until you can get to a safe place to park a gas station or to your nearest BMW center Under minimum vehicle loading it could conceivably last more than 155 miles 250 km sein If you cannot immediately determine which tire is defective jus...

Page 137: ...e consult your BMW center Since the battery is absolutely maintenance free the following is for your information only Symbols You will find the following symbols on your vehicle battery To avoid injury please comply with the following pre cautions whenever you work with or near the battery Before handling the battery please read the following infor mation Wear eye protection Do not allow particles...

Page 138: ...the onboard tool kit and remove the bracket When installing first connect the cable for the positive terminal then the cable for the negative terminal When installing make sure that the battery is seated properly and that the battery bracket is installed with the center adjusting screw because otherwise in the event of an accident the battery will not be secure enough Charging the battery Charge t...

Page 139: ...he fuse box lid or in the storage area behind the passenger side seat on the inside part of the storage lid In the glove compartment Open the glove compartment Unlock the fuse box and swing it downward Remove the lid with the list on it Spare fuses and plastic tweezers are located in the fuse box lid behind the passenger side seat Use the plastic tweezers to remove the fuse for the accessory or eq...

Page 140: ...emove the fuse for the accessory or equip ment that has stopped working Replace a blown fuse recognizable by its melted metal strip with a new fuse that has the same color or ampere rating 520de077 Do not attempt to repair a burned out fuse or replace it with a fuse having a different color or ampere rat ing To do this could cause a fire in the vehicle resulting from a circuit over load If the fus...

Page 141: ...assenger s seat forward and open the storage compartment located behind it 2 Lift the cover off the fuse box 3 Unlock the luggage compartment lid arrow 1 or the storage compartment for the cellular phone arrow 2 by pulling on the respective ring 520de128 Fuel filler door Luggage compartment lid storage compartment Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

Page 142: ...nvertible top manually but never open it manu ally because this would cause dam age In the event of a malfunction please consult your BMW center to have it corrected If you do close the convertible top man ually please proceed as instructed on the following page 1 Take off the oval shaped cover cap using a screwdriver to help you if necessary 2 Put the long end of the Allen wrench from the onboard...

Page 143: ...indow frame 520de054 5 Gripping the recessed handle pull the convertible top frame all the way on top of the window frame 6 Place the Allen wrench from the on board tool kit into the support 7 If you keep turning the Allen wrench counter clockwise you will hear the convertible top lock with the window frame 520de106 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

Page 144: ...s no contact between the bodywork of the two vehicles short circuit risk 4 Start by connecting the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the sup port vehicle to the positive terminal connector located in your BMW s en gine compartment The cover of the auxiliary terminal for jump starting is identified by a sign Refer to the illustration Remove by pulling the tab arrow 520de088 5 Then connect ...

Page 145: ...on in the tow sockets located at the front and rear of the vehicle It is intended for towing on paved road surfaces only It should not be used to pull a vehicle out of deep snow mud sand etc Always observe all applicable towing laws and regulations Access to tow sockets Front The uppermost grille stub is clipped on the grille which is located below the main grille on the lower right and this grill...

Page 146: ... steering lock detent from engaging 5 Switch on the hazard warning system comply with country specific regula tions Find some means of identifying the vehicle in tow e g place a sign or warning triangle in the rear window Make sure that the ignition key re mains in position 1 even when the electrical system has failed to prevent the steering lock from engaging The steering and brakes are without p...

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Page 148: ... Advanced technology 147n Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview Airbags 148 Radio reception 148 Dynamic Stability Control DSC 149 Safety belt tensioner 149 Interior rearview mirror with automatic dimmer 150 Xenon lamps 151 Technology Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

Page 149: ...out Because the inflation process must be virtually instantaneous it is necessarily accompanied by a certain amount of ignition and inflation noise The gas required to inflate the airbags is not dangerous and the associated smoke then dissipates The entire process is completed within fractions of a second The AM frequency bands medium wave long wave and short wave make it possible to receive stati...

Page 150: ...should occur DSC will stabilize the vehicle in frac tions of a second by reducing engine power output applying the brakes to individual rear wheels and to specific front wheels too if necessary As a result dangerous skids can be pre vented even as they are beginning You may need some time to become accustomed to this system s interven tion However it provides optimum drive force and vehicle stabil...

Page 151: ...a ahead of the vehicle The second light sensor is integrated within the mir ror s frame The electronic control sys tem compares the light intensity from front and rear The difference provides the basic parameter used to modulate an electrical current and induce chemi cal changes in a semisolid layer incor porated in the lens 520de096 The semisolid reacts chemically to this electrical current thus ...

Page 152: ...rief warm up period Maximum brightness is attained in approx 15 seconds 390de134 Xenon lamps provide significantly im proved visibility especially during ad verse weather and poor driving condi tions e g driving at night in heavy rain or through road repair areas where there are no lane markers Vehicles with xenon lamps are equipped with automatic headlamp range control Thus the highway is always ...

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Page 154: ...data Index Advanced technology 153n Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview Engine data 154 Dimensions 155 Weights 156 Capacities 157 Electrical system 158 Drive belts 158 Data Owner service procedures Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

Page 155: ...engine speed hp rpm 394 6 600 Maximum torque at engine speed ft Ibs Nm rpm 368 500 3 800 Compression ratio e 11 Stroke Bore in mm in mm 3 50 89 0 3 70 94 0 Fuel injection system Digital electronic Engine Management System Engine data Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

Page 156: ...ndex Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview 520us016 All dimensions are given in inches mm Min turning circle dia 38 0 ft 11 6 m Dimensions Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

Page 157: ... vehicle weight lbs kg 4 255 1 930 Approved front axle weight lbs kg 2 028 920 Approved rear axle weight lbs kg 2 359 1 070 Approved roof load capacity lbs kg Luggage compartment capacity cu ft liters 7 2 203 Permitted axle loads and permitted total vehicle weight may not be exceeded Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

Page 158: ...3 For details page 108 Cooling system including heater circuit quarts liters 16 4 15 5 For details page 111 Engine oil filter change quarts liters 7 9 7 5 BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil For details page 110 Manual transmission quarts liters 2 0 1 9 Lifetime fluid no fluid change required Differential quarts liters 1 3 1 2 Fluid change at the 1 200 Mile Service then lifetime fluid no fluid chan...

Page 159: ...nts of the Canadian Interfer ence Causing Equipment Regulations ICES 2 Water pump Alternator Power steering Ribbed V belt 7 PK 1440 A C compressor Ribbed V belt 5 PK 980 You can obtain Original BMW Parts and Accessories as well as professional advice from your BMW center Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

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Page 162: ...ntenance Owner service procedures Technical data Index Advanced technology 161n Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview Everything from A to Z 162 Owner service procedures 167 Index Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

Page 163: ...placement 129 C California Proposition 65 Warning 123 Can holder 78 Car Memory 46 Car radio 62 92 refer also to the car radio Owner s Manual Car radio reception 92 148 Car telephone 79 Car wash 115 Care exterior 117 interior 119 Caring for the vehicle finish 118 Catalytic converter 85 CBC Cornering Brake Control 19 CD mode refer to the radio Owner s Manual Cellular phone 92 refer also to Radio and...

Page 164: ...154 Engine oil 109 consumption 109 fill capacity 157 quality 110 specifications 110 viscosity 110 Engine oil level 19 check 109 Engine oil pressure 18 Engine output 154 Engine speed 154 Engine starting 54 Exit lamps bulb replacement 132 Exterior mirrors 45 F Fault ABS 87 Fill capacities 157 Filler cap cover 23 Filling capacities 157 Filling the washer reservoir 157 Filling the windshield washer re...

Page 165: ...beam headlamps 67 Low beam light inside rearview mirror 46 Low traction road surfaces 91 Luggage compartment capacity 156 emergency release 35 remote control 33 Luggage compartment lamp bulb replacement 134 Luggage compartment lid 35 emergency release 35 M M S tires 102 Maintenance 61 114 Manual transmission 56 Microfilter 73 MID Multi Information Radio 62 Mirrors 45 Mobile cellular phones 92 Modi...

Page 166: ...ooklet US models 114 Service Interval Display 61 114 Shelves 76 77 Side airbags 49 Side lamps 67 Side marker lamps 67 bulb replacement 129 130 Sliding 91 Slippery roads 91 Snow chains 90 103 Socket 80 Spare key 28 Spark plugs 158 Speaker 79 Speed control 59 Speedometer 16 Starting 54 Starting problems 85 143 144 Steel wheels 103 Steering 92 Steering wheel lock 53 Stopping the vehicle 54 Storage ar...

Page 167: ...t free 73 Vinyl upholstery care 119 W Warning lamps 18 Warranty and Service Guide Booklet Canadian models 114 Washer reservoir filling 108 Washing your car 115 Water on roadways deep water 85 Waxing paintwork 118 Weights 156 Wheel rims 101 Wheelbase 155 Wheels and tires 101 103 Width 155 Wind protector 93 Windows comfort use 30 remote control 32 Windshield washer nozzle adjustment 108 Windshield w...

Page 168: ...scosity 110 F Fittings tow starting and towing 144 Flat tire 135 Fuel filler door manual release after electrical fault 140 H Hazard warning flashers 22 Hazard warning triangle 22 Headlamp cover care 129 Hood release 104 I Indicator lamps 18 Inflation pressure 24 Interior lamps bulb replacement 133 L License plate lamp bulb replacement 131 Luggage compartment lid emergency release 35 M Maintenance...

Page 169: ...Owner service procedures U Use anti freeze 112 radiator 112 W Warning lamps 18 Work in the engine compartment 104 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

Page 170: ...ur vehicle Fuel Engine oil The oil volume between the two marks on the oil dipstick corresponds to approx 1 1 US quarts 1 liter Designation Premium Unleaded Gasoline AKI minimum 91 Quality Tire inflation pressures Summer Winter Front Rear Front Rear 2 persons 35 240 35 240 35 240 35 240 Refueling Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

Page 171: ...The Ultimate Driving Machine 01 41 0 155 083 US En We wish you an enjoyable driving experience Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 155 083 03 00 BMW AG ...

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