User manual BMW SERIE 3 SEDAN 2004

[. . . ] Owner's Manual for Vehicle Contents A-Z Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 157 602 - © 09/03 BMW AG 320i 325i 325xi 330i 330xi Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 157 602 - © 09/03 BMW AG Congratulations, and thank you for choosing a BMW. Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide you with enhanced control and security when you drive it. [. . . ] Even when sensors you to the momentary distance to an firm that the PDC has been actiare involved, there is a blind spot in object behind your vehicle. This features four ultrasonic sensors you shift into Reverse or move the applies especially in those cases where mounted in your rear bumper. The monselector lever into the R position. < the system approaches the physical itoring range for the two corner sensors limits of ultrasonic measurement, as extends outward roughly 2 ft/60 cm occurs with tow bars and trailer couAcoustic signals behind the bumpers, while two centrally plings, and in the vicinity of thin or The distance to the nearest object is located sensors detect objects at disindicated by a tone sounding at various wedge-shaped objects. As the distance between vehi- objects that have already been cle and object decreases, the intervals detected ­ such as a curb edge ­ can PDC is a parking aid that can disappear out of the detection range of between the tones become shorter. A identify objects if they are the sensors before a continuous tone continuous tone indicates the presapproached slowly, as is generally the sounds. Avoid driving Loud sources of sound from outside or towards objects rapidly; due to underly- away. inside the vehicle could drown out the ing physical principles, the system may The warning signal is canceled after PDC signal tone. < otherwise alert you too late for you to approx. three seconds if the distance to take evasive steps. < the object remains constant during this Keep the sensors clean and free time ­ if you are moving parallel to of ice or snow in order to ensure The system starts to operate automati- a wall, for instance. one second after you shift System malfunctions will be indicated tively. into Reverse or move the selector lever by a continuous high-pitched tone Do not apply high pressure spray to the into the R position with the ignition key when the system is activated the first sensors for a prolonged period of time. Please have the problem fixed by Always maintain a distance of more your BMW center. than 4 in/10 cm. < Let this short period elapse before driving backwards. < PDC is deactivated when you shift back out of Reverse. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 157 602 - © 09/03 BMW AG Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) The concept DSC maintains vehicle stability, even in critical driving situations. DSC incorporates the Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) and Cornering Brake Control (CBC) functions. Indicator and warning lamps for Canadian models. 87 Indicator lamps The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out shortly after the ignition has been switched on; refer to page 19. > The indicator lamp flashes: DSC is actively controlling drive torque and braking intervention > The indicator lamp stays lit: DSC has been switched off with the button; DTC and DBC are operational. The indicator lamp and the brake warning lamp continuously light up in yellow: The DSC, DTC and DBC have been switched off manually or there is a system malfunction. Deactivating the DSC/activating the DTC Press the DSC button briefly; the indicator lamp comes on and stays on. In the following rare situations, it may prove useful to activate the DTC for a brief period: > When rocking the vehicle or starting off in deep snow or on loose surfaces > When driving on snow-covered grades, in deep snow, or on a snowcovered surface that has been packed down from being driven on > When driving with snow chains. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 157 602 - © 09/03 BMW AG Index Data Repairs Maintenance Controls Overview 88 Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) Under these special circumstances traction is increased by deactivating the control systems that enhance traction under normal conditions. An appropriate driving style always remains the responsibility of the driver. We therefore urge you to avoid using the additional safety margin of the system as an excuse for taking risks. Whenever the DTC is activated, the DSC is switched off and DTC performs minor stabilizing intervention. [. . . ] 01 41 0 157 602 - © 09/03 BMW AG Capacities Notes 163 Windshield/ Headlamp washer reservoir Engine oil and filter change quarts/liters quarts/liters approx. 6. 6/6. 2 ­ Specifications, refer to page 132 BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil Specifications, refer to page 132 Lifetime lubricant, no oil change required Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 157 602 - © 09/03 BMW AG Index Data Repairs Maintenance Manual and automatic transmission, transfer box and differential Controls Overview Fuel tank Reserve gal. /liters gal. /liters approx. 2. 1/8 Fuel specification, refer to page 25 164 Online Edition for Part-No. [. . . ]