2001 BMW 325i TOURING winter tires

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IndexDataTechnologyRepairsCar careControlsOverview
Washing your vehicle You can wash your BMW at an auto-
matic car wash, even when it is new.
Brushless systems are preferable.
Wipe away tough dirt and loosen and
remove dead insects before washing
the vehicle.
In order to avoid spots, do not wash
the vehicle when the hood is warm, or
during or immediately after exposure to
strong sunlight.
When using an automatic car wash, be
sure that:
>The car wash system is suited for the
dimensions of your vehicle.
>No damage will occur to vehicles
with attached body accessories (such
as spoilers or antennas). Consult the
car wash operator if necessary.
>The wheels and tires of your vehicle
cannot be damaged by the convey-
ance devices of the car wash system.
>The vehicle is cleaned with minimum
brush pressure, and that ample water
is available for washing and rinsing.
Vehicles with rain sensor:
Clean the windshield regularly. Wax
from automatic car washes or insects
can cause malfunctions in the function
of the rain sensor.Turn the rain sensor off (refer to
page 69) when passing through an
automatic car wash. Failure to do so
could result in damage caused by unin-
tended wiper activation.<
Parts of the vehicle which are
inaccessible to the automatic washer Ð
such as door sills, door and hood
edges, etc. Ð 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 damage the
vehicle.
If spray wands or high-pressure
washers are used, be sure to
maintain an adequate distance between
the spray source and the vehicle's
surface. Inadequate distance and
excessive pressure can damage or
weaken the finish, making it more
susceptible to subsequent attack. In
addition, moisture could penetrate to
vehicle components, leading to long-
term damage.<
When cleaning the headlamps,
please observe the following:
do not clean by wiping with a dry cloth
(scratches). 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 Ð
never use a scraper.<
After washing the vehicle, apply
the brakes briefly to dry them.
Braking efficiency might otherwise be
reduced by the moisture and the brake
rotors could be corrode.<
Caring for your vehicle

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Changing a wheel Battery Driving with the space-saver tireDrive cautiously. Do not exceed a speed
of 50 mph (80 km/h).
You can anticipate changes in vehicle
handling such as delayed braking re-
sponse, longer braking distances and
changes in self-steering properties in
marginal stability limits.
The changes in handling characteristics
will be even more pronounced in
conjunction with winter tires.
Only one space-saver tire may be
mounted at one time. Reinstall
wheels and tires of the same size and
specification as soon as possible.
Maintain correct tire pressures. Refer to
page 29.<
Installation locationThe battery is in the right rear of the
luggage compartment. Release side
trim panel and remove. Fold back the
cover panel.
Battery posts, terminals, and
related accessories contain lead
and lead compounds. Wash hands after
handling.<
Charge conditionYou can read the charge condition
of the battery with the "Magic Eye
*"
(= a hydrometer):
>Green: adequate charge.
>Black: not charged adequately.
The battery must be recharged.
Please contact your BMW center
for additional information.
>Yellow: replace the battery.
The service life specified for the
battery can be achieved only if it is
always kept adequately charged. If the
vehicle is primarily used for stop-and-
go traffic, be sure to check the charge
status often.<
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Everything from A to Z
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IndexDataTechnologyRepairsCar careControlsOverview
Luggage
compartment38,107
capacity186
emergency release166
lamps39
lamps, bulb
replacement158
remote control system37
trunk floor40
Luggage compartment lid
emergency release166
Luggage rack111
Lumbar support48 M
Maintenance74
Malfunction displays75
Manual transmission64
Memory49
MFL (Multifunction steering
wheel)24
Microfilter93,165
Mirror memory49
Mirrors51
Mobile phone123
Modifications,
technical6,148
Motion sensor, interior41
Multifunction steering wheel
(MFL)24
M+S tires128
N
Neckrest47
Nozzles96 O
OBD interface socket149
Obstruction protection43
Odometer73
Oil
additives135
capacity187
consumption135
dipstick135
quality136
specifications136
viscosity136
Oil change intervals, refer to
the Service and Warranty
Information Booklet or to
the Warranty and Service
Guide Booklet
Oil filter change187
Oil level, indicator lamp20
Oil pressure, indicator
lamp20
OILSERVICE74
Onboard computer, please
refer to Computer76
Onboard tool kit152
Opening and closing
from the inside38
from the outside34 Opening the rear
window40
Outside temperature
display76
Owner service
procedure141
P
Paint blemishes142
Paintwork
minor repairs143
waxing143
Paint, care142
Park Distance Control
(PDC)78
Parking brake63
Parking help78
Parking lamps88
Parking, winter122
Partition net107
PDC (Park Distance
Control)78
Performance184
Phone, mobile123
Pocket lamp101
Pollen93,100
Power outlet105
Power steering123
Power windows43
safety switch44
Pressure monitoring,
tires85,178
Pressure, tires28,124
Q
Quality Grades125 R
Radiator187
Radio
refer to the separate
Owner's Manual
Radio Data System
(RDS)174
Radio reception123,174
Rain sensor69,177
RDC (Tire Pressure
Control)85,178
RDS (Radio Data
System)174
Reading lamps88
Rear backrest, folded
down108
Rear hatch lamp
bulb replacement157
Rear lamps156
Rear seat backrest,
folding107
Rear window
defroster70,92,99
Rearview mirror51
Recirculated air control92
automatic99
Recirculated-air mode92
Reclining seat46
Refueling27

Everything from A to Z
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IndexDataTechnologyRepairsCar careControlsOverview
Tire codes127
Tire damages124
Tire inflation
pressure28,124
Tire Pressure Control
(RDC)85,178
Tire pressure
monitoring85,178
Tire Quality Grading125
Tire replacement125,126
Tire specifications129
Tire tread124
Tools152
Torque184
Tow fittings168
Tow starting168
Towing168
Track185
Traction Control System,
refer to DSC79
Transmission64
Transporting children
safely58
Tread depth, tires124
Trip odometer73
Trunk38
Turn signal
indicator23,68,154
bulb replacement154
Turning radius185
Two-way radios123
U
Uniform Tire Quality
Grading125
Used batteries164 V
Vacuum cleaner,
connecting104
Vanity mirror51
bulb replacement158
Vehicle battery162,188
Vehicle care
exterior142
interior144
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN)139
Vehicle immobilizer33
Vehicle painting142
Vehicle removal from
service147
Vehicle storage147
Vehicle weight186
Ventilation90,93,96
draft-free93,100
Vinyl upholstery, care144
Voice recognition24,25 W

Warning lamps20
Warning messages75
Warranty and Service Guide
(Canadian models)140 Washer fluids134
Washer nozzles134
Washer reservoir, filling134
Washing your car141
Water on roadways
deep water115
Waxing, paintwork143
Weights186
Wheel changing159
Wheel lug wrench159
Wheel rims127
Wheel stud wrench159
Wheelbase185
Wheels and tires127,129
Width185
Windows, convenience
operation34
Windshield washer nozzle
adjustment134
Windshield washer reservoir,
filling134,187
Windshield wiper68
blade replacement152
Winter operation121
Winter tires127,128
Wiper blade
replacement152
Wiper system68
Work in the engine
compartment130
X
Xenon lamp154,180