2001 BMW 330Ci COUPE fuel cap

Contents

Repairs
Advanced technology
Technical data

Replacement procedures:

Onboard tool kit152
Windshield wiper blades152
Lamps and bulbs152
Changing a wheel159
Battery162
Fuses166
Microfilter/Activated-charcoal
filter166

In case of electrical
malfunction:

Fuel filler door167
Sliding/tilt sunroof167

Assistance, giving and
receiving:

Jump-starting168
Towing the vehicle169Adaptive Transmission Control
(ATC)174
Airbags175
Automatic Stability Control plus
Traction (ASC+T)/Dynamic
Stability Control (DSC)175
Radio reception176
Safety belt tensioner176
Interior rearview mirror with
automatic dimming
feature177
Rain sensor178
Tire Pressure Control (RDC)179
Self-diagnostics180
Xenon lamps181Engine data184
Dimensions185
Weights186
Capacities187
Electrical system188
V-belts188

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Refueling Fuel filler door
Before filling the tank, shut off the
engine. If you do not, fuel cannot
be filled into the tank and the "Service
Engine Soon" lamp may come on.<
Press on the rear edge of the fuel filler
door to open and close it.
Regarding unlocking it if the central
locking system malfunctions, refer to
page 167.
When handling fuels, comply with
all of the applicable safety
precautions and regulations pertaining
to fuels.
Never carry spare fuel containers in
your vehicle. Whether empty or full,
these containers can leak, cause an
explosion, or lead to fire in the event of
a collision.<
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Simple and environmentally
friendly
Open the filler cap carefully to
prevent fuel from spraying out.
Fuel spray may cause injury.<
Keep the filler cap in the bracket
attached to the fuel filler door.
When refueling, insert the filler nozzle
completely into the filler pipe. Pulling
the nozzle out of the pipe during
refueling
>results in premature pump shutoff
>and will reduce the effect of the vapor
recovery system on the pump.
The fuel tank is full, whenever the fuel
nozzle shuts off the first time, as is
specified for proper service.
Fuel tank capacity: refer to page 187.
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Close the fuel cap carefully after
refueling until a "click" is heard.
While closing, be sure not to squeeze
the strap which is fastened to the cap.
A loose or missing cap will activate the
Service Engine Soon warning lamp.<

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Fuel gauge Temperature gauge Service Interval Display When you switch on the ignition, the
indicator lamp comes on briefly to
confirm that the system is operational.
Once the indicator lamp stays on
continuously, there are still approx.
2 gallons (8 liters) of fuel remaining in
the fuel tank.
For fuel tank capacity, refer to page 187.
If the tilt of the vehicle varies (extended
driving in mountainous areas, for
example), there may be slight fluctua-
tions of the needle.
Fill the fuel tank well before it is
empty. Driving to the last drop of
fuel can result in damage to the engine
and/or the catalytic converter.<462us020
BlueThe engine is still cold. Drive at
moderate engine and vehicle speeds.RedWhen you switch on the ignition, the
indicator lamp comes on briefly to
confirm that the system is operational.
If the lamp comes on while operating
the vehicle: the engine is overheated.
Stop and switch the engine off immedi-
ately and allow it to cool down.Between the blue and red zonesNormal operating range. It is not
unusual for the needle to rise as far as
the edge of the red zone in response to
high outside temperatures or severe
operating conditions. Checking coolant
level: refer to page 137.460de082
Remaining distance for serviceThe 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 next service due appears with the
message OILSERVICE or INSPECTION,
together with the distance remaining
before the next scheduled service.
The computer bases its calculations of
the remaining distance on the previous
driving style.
A flashing message and a "Ð" 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.46cus006

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IndexDataTechnologyRepairsCar careControlsOverview
OBD interface socketThe OBD interface socket for onboard
diagnostics is located on the driver's
side, on the left-hand bottom of the
instrument panel and under a cover
panel. The cover has the letters "OBD"
on it.
The purpose of the OBD system is to
assure proper emission control system
operation for the vehicle's lifetime by
monitoring emission-related compo-
nents and systems for wear and
malfunction.460us250
An illuminated indicator informs
you of the need for service,
not that you need to stop the
vehicle. Your system should be
checked, however, at the earliest
possible opportunity.
If the indicator blinks or flashes, this
indicates a high level of engine misfire.
Reduce speed and contact your near-
est BMW center immediately. Severe
engine misfire over even a short period
of time can seriously damage emission
control components, especially the
catalytic converter.
Service Engine Soon warning
lamp for Canadian models.
If the fuel filler cap is not firmly
screwed on, the OBD system can
detect leaking vapor and the indicator
will light up. If the fuel filler cap is then
tightened, the indicator will usually go
out after a short period of time.<

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Weights
BMW 325Ci BMW 330Ci
Curb weight (with one person, ready for operation, full tank of fuel, options not included)
with manual transmission
with automatic transmissionlbs. (kg)
lbs. (kg)3,252 (1,475)
3,340 (1,515)3,351 (1,520)
3,395 (1,540)
Approved gross vehicle weight
with manual transmission
with automatic transmissionlbs. (kg)
lbs. (kg)4,310 (1,955)
4,398 (1,995)4,409 (2,000)
4,453 (2,020)
Approved front axle weight lbs. (kg) 1,973 (895) 1,973 (895)
Approved rear axle weight lbs. (kg) 2,447 (1,110) 2,491 (1,130)
Approved roof load capacity lbs. (kg) 165 (75) 165 (75)
Luggage compartment capacity cu ft (l) 14.5 (410) 14.5 (410)
Approved axle loads and approved gross vehicle weight may not be exceeded .

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IndexDataTechnologyRepairsCar careControlsOverview
Capacities
Notes
Fuel tank
reserve gal. (liters)
gal. (liters)approx. 16.6 (approx. 63)
approx. 2.1 (approx. 8)Fuel specification: page 27
Windshield/Headlamp washer system quarts (liters) approx. 5.6 (approx. 5.3) Specifications: page 134
Cooling system including heater circuit quarts (liters) approx. 8.9 (approx. 8.4) Specifications: page 137
Engine oil filter change quarts (liters) approx. 6.9 (approx. 6.5) BMW High Performance
Synthetic Oil Specifications:
page 136
Manual and automatic transmission,
transfer box and differentialÐ Lifetime fluid, no fluid
change required

Everything from A to ZEngine oil135
adding135
capacity187
consumption135
level check135
pressure20
quality136
specifications136
viscosity136
Engine speed184
Engine, starting63
Engine, switching off64
Entry to the rear49
Exterior mirrors52
Eyelets, towing169 F
Failure messages77
Fault displays77
Fault, ABS116
Filling capacities187
Filling the washer
reservoir187
First-aid kit25
Fittings, towing and tow
starting169
Flashlight102
Flat tire122,159
Floor mat41
Floor panel, lift and hook41
Fog lamps88 Folding rear backrest106
Follow-Me-Home lamps87
Footbrake117
Footwell lamps88
bulb replacement158
Front fog lamps, bulb
replacement155
Front seat, adjusting47
Frost protection,
radiator137
Fuel27
Fuel consumption79
Fuel consumption
display76
Fuel filler cap26
Fuel filler door26
unlock in case of electrical
fault167
Fuel gauge76
Fuel quality27
Fuel reserve indicator
lamp76
Fuel specifications27
Fuel tank capacity187
Fuel tank gauge76
Functional status180
Fuses166
G
Gasoline27
Gasoline gauge76
Glove compartment102
Glove compartment lamp
bulb replacement158
Gross vehicle weight186 H
Handbrake65
Handsfree system104
Hazard warning flashers25
Hazard warning triangle25
Head restraints48
Headlamp cover,
care141,153
Headlamp flasher70,88
Headlamp washer
system72,134,187
Headlamps87
Heated seats101
Heating, rapid94
Heavy loads108
Height185
HiFi system Ð harman
kardon101
High beams23,70,88
bulb replacement153
High Performance Synthetic
Oil136
High-mount brake lamp157 Hood130
release130
Horn17
Hubcap161
Hydraulic Brake assistent,
refer to DBC
I
Ice warning79
Icy roads79
Identification,
tires125,127
Ignition key32
Ignition lock63
Imprint4
Indicator lamps20
Inflation
pressure27,85,122
monitoring27,85,179
INSPECTION76
Instrument cluster18
Instrument panel16,18
Instrument panel lighting87
Interaxle tire rotation124
Interface socket for Onboard
Diagnostics149
Interference, cellular
phones121
Interior lamps36,88
bulb replacement157
remote control36

Everything from A to ZPDC (Park Distance
Control)81
Performance184
Pocket flashlight102
Pollen93,100
Power seat50
Power steering121
Power windows44
safety feature44
Pressure monitoring,
tires85,179
Pressure, tires27,122 Q
Quality Grades123 R
Radiator187
Radio Data System
(RDS)176
Radio reception121,176
Radio, refer also to the
separate Owner's Manual
Rain sensor71,178
RDC (Tire Pressure
Control)85,179
RDS (Radio Data
System)176
Reading lamps89
Rear backrest, folding106 Rear lamps155
Rear window
defroster72,92,100
Rear-entry assist49
Rearview mirror52
Recirculated air mode92
Reclining seat47
Refueling26
Remote control35
Removing condensation
from the windows94,99
Replacement keys32
Reporting safety defects7
Restraint system56
Reverse17,66
Roller blind, sun
protection101
Roof load capacity186
Roof-mounted luggage
rack109
Rubber parts119
S
Safety belt tensioner176
Safety belts55
height adjustment55
Safety buttons38
Safety feature44
Safety terminal, battery164 Seats47
adjusting47
electric power50
heating101
mechanical47
memory51
sitting properly58
Securing the load108
Selector lever, automatic
transmission67
Self-defrosting mirrors52
Self-diagnostics180
Service and Warranty
Information Booklet140
Service Interval Display76
Shiftlock67
Side airbags57
Side impact Head Protection
System57
Side lamps87
bulb replacement154
Sitting properly with
airbag58
Ski bag107
Skid control120
Sliding/tilt sunroof45
closing following an
electrical malfunction167
convenience operation34
Slippery roads119
Snow chains119,126 Socket105
for flashlights105
for power supplies105
for vacuum cleaner105
Spare key32
Spare tire159
Spark plugs188
Speaker104
Specifications, fuel27
Speed control75
Speed display18
Speed, average80
Speedometer18
Sports seat49
Starting assistance168
Starting
problems113,168
Starting the engine63
Steel rim127
Steering121
Steering lock63
Steering wheel52
adjusting52
Steptronic67
Stopping the vehicle64
Storage compartments102
Storage facilities102
Storing your vehicle147
Stroke184
Summer tires125,127
Sun roller blind101
Sun visors53