2001 BMW M3 COUPE washer fluid

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Controls and features
Operation, care and maintenance

Lamps:

Side lamps/Low beams81
Instrument lightning81
High beams/Parking lamps82
Fog lamps82
Interior lamps82
Reading lamps83

Controlling the climate
for pleasant driving:

Automatic climate control84
Heated seats89
Roller sun blind89

Interior conveniences:

HiFi system90
Glove compartment90
Storage compartments91
Cellular phone92
Ashtray, front92
Cigarette lighter93
Ashtray, rear93
Clothes hooks94

Loading and transporting:

Through-loading system95
Ski bag96
Cargo loading97
Roof-mounted luggage rack98

Special operating instructions:

Break-in procedures102
Driving notes103
Catalytic converter103
Antilock Brake System
(ABS)104
Disk brakes106
Brake system107
Winter operation108
Power steering110
Cellular phones110
Radio reception110

Wheels and tires:

Tire inflation pressure111
Tire condition111
Tire replacement112
Tire rotation113
Wheel and tire
combinations114
Winter tires115
Snow chains115
Approved wheel and tire
specifications116

Under the hood:

Hood118
Engine compartment120
Washer fluids122
Washer nozzles122
Engine oil123
Coolant125
Brake fluid126
Vehicle Identification
Number126

Care and maintenance:

The BMW Maintenance
System127
Caring for your vehicle128
Airbags133
Vehicle storage133

Laws and regulations:

Technical modifications134
California Proposition
65 Warning134
OBD connector135

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IndexDataTechnologyRepairsCar careControlsOverview

Instrument cluster

1 Fuel gauge with indicator lamp for
fuel reserve70
2 Turn signal indicator22
3 Speedometer
4 Indicator lamp for:

>

Battery charge current20

>

High beams22

>

Engine oil pressure/Engine oil
level20, 21
5 Tachometer and engine oil
temperature gauge69, 69
6 Engine coolant temperature gauge
with "Coolant temperature too high"
indicator70
7 Indicator and warning lamps
(clockwise) for:

>

Parking brake/Brake hydraulic
system/Cornering Brake Control
(CBC)20

>

Antilock Brake System
(ABS)21

>

Brake pads21

>

Tire Pressure Warning
(RDW)20, 22

>

Airbags21

>

Please fasten safety belts21

>

Cruise control22
8 Set button for the clock73
9 Indicator lamp for Dynamic Stability
Control (DSC)2210 Indicator for:

>

Odometer69

>

Trip odometer69

>

Clock73

>

Service Interval71
Indicator for computer, operation
using the turn signal lever, refer to
page 72:

>

Clock

>

Outside temperature

>

Average fuel consumption

>

Crusing range

>

Average speed
11 Indicator for Check Control72
12 Trip odometer, reset to zero6913 Indicator and warning lamps
(clockwise) for:

>

Fog lamps22

>

Add washer fluid22

>

Coolant level22

>

Electronic Throttle Control
(EML)22

>

Service engine soon22
You can have the outside temper-
ature and distance traveled shown
in other units of measurement.

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Indicator and warning lamps
Tire Pressure Warning (RDW) l
RDW has been switched off or
has been deactivated because
of a malfunction. In the event of a
malfunction, have the system checked
by your BMW center.
For additional information, refer to
pages 26, 78.
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC) l
The indicator lamp flashes when
the system is active and governs drive
force and braking force.
If the indicator lamp fails to go out after
the engine is started, or if it comes on
during normal driving and stays on:
DSC has been switched off via the
button or because of a malfunction.
In the event of a malfunction, have the
system checked by the nearest BMW
center.
For additional information, refer to
page 76 and on.
Add washer fluid
The washer fluid is too low.
Top up the fluid at the earliest
opportunity.
For additional information, refer to
page 122.
Service Engine Soon l
If the indicator lamp comes on
either continuously or 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 information, refer to
page 135.
Warning lamp: Service Engine
Soon for Canadian models.
Engine electronics l
There is a fault in the engine's
electronic control system. The
electronics allow for continued driving
with reduced engine output or speed.
Please have the system inspected by
your BMW center.
Add coolant
The coolant level is too low.
Add coolant at the earliest
opportunity.
For additional information, refer to
page 125.
Green: for your information
Turn signal indicator
Flashes when the turn signal is
on. Rapid flashing: indicates a
system malfunction.
For additional information, refer to
page 65.
Cruise control
Lights up when the cruise
control is activated. Available for
operation via the multifunction steering
wheel (MFL).
For additional information, refer to
page 67.
Fog lamps
Lights up whenever fog lamps
are on.
For additional information, refer to
page 82.
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 65, 82.

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Washer/Wiper system/Rain sensorRain sensor
*
When the rain sensor is activated, the
windshield wiper is controlled automati-
cally, depending on the degree of
wetness of the windshield (in both snow
and rain). You do not have to be
concerned with switching the wind-
shield wiper on or off or adjusting the
wipe interval between intermittent and
full wipe. Instead, you can concentrate
fully on the traffic conditions. This is
especially important under adverse
weather conditions.
The rain sensor is positioned on the
windshield, directly ahead of the inte-
rior rearview mirror.
To activate the rain sensor:
>From ignition key position 1, move
the lever to position 1. The wipers
travel once across the windshield,
regardless of the weather.
>You can leave the lever permanently
in position 1. It is then only necessary
to activate the rain sensor from igni-
tion key position 1. To do this
>give rotary dial 5 a quick turn or
>clean the windshield 5, refer to
page 66.
To adjust the sensitivity of the rain
sensor: turn rotary dial 5.Deactivating the rain sensor: put lever
in position 0.
Deactivate the rain sensor when
passing through an automatic car
wash. Failure to do so could result in
damage caused by undesired wiper
activation.<
Normal wiper speedWhen the vehicle is stationary, the
wipers switch automatically to intermit-
tent wipe (not on vehicles with rain
sensor).Fast wiper speedWhen the vehicle is stationary, the
wipers operate at normal speed (not on
vehicles with rain sensor).
0 Wipers retracted
1 Clean the windshieldClean the windshieldThe system sprays washer fluid onto
the windshield and activates the wipers
for a brief period.
If you only pull the lever briefly, the
system sprays washer fluid onto the
windshield without activating the
wipers.
Do not use the washers if there is
any danger that the fluid will
freeze on the windshield. If you do so,
your vision could be obscured. For this
reason, use an antifreeze agent. Refer
to page 122.

Overview
Controls and features
Operation, care
and maintenance
Owner service procedures
Technical data
Index Advanced technology
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IndexDataTechnologyRepairsCar careControlsOverview
Special operating instructions:
Break-in procedures102
Driving notes103
Catalytic converter103
Antilock Brake System
(ABS)104
Disk brakes106
Brake system107
Winter operation108
Power steering110
Cellular phones110
Radio reception110
Wheels and tires:
Tire inflation pressure111
Tire condition111
Tire replacement112
Tire rotation113
Wheel and tire
combinations114
Winter tires115
Snow chains115
Approved wheel and tire
specifications116Under the hood:
Hood118
Engine compartment120
Washer fluids122
Washer nozzles122
Engine oil123
Coolant125
Brake fluid126
Vehicle Identification
Number126
Care and maintenance:
The BMW Maintenance
System127
Caring for your vehicle128
Airbags133
Vehicle storage133
Laws and regulations:
Technical modifications134
California Proposition
65 Warning134
OBD connector135
Car care

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IndexDataTechnologyRepairsCar careControlsOverview
Engine compartment 1 Filler neck for headlamp and wind-
shield washer cleaning system122
2 Coolant expansion tank125
3 Positive terminal connection (for jump
starting) (positive terminal)154
4 Engine oil filler neck123
5 Engine oil dipstick123
6 Filler neck for brake fluid126

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Washer fluids Washer nozzlesHeadlamp and windshield washer
system Capacity: approx. 5.6 US quarts
(5.3 liters).
Fill with water and Ð if required Ð with a
washer antifreeze (according to manu-
facturer's recommendations).
We recommend that you mix the
washer fluid before adding it to
the reservoir.<
Antifreeze for the washer systems
is flammable. For this 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.<
Headlamp washer system
*
Have this system adjusted by your
BMW center as required.Windshield washer systemWindshield:
The spray nozzles are permanently set
and ensure effective cleaning even at
high speeds.

Everything from A to Z
A
ABS (Antilock Brake System) 21, 104
Accessories 6
Activated-charcoal filter 88
Add brake fluid 121t, 126 t
Adding engine oil 123t
Adding washer fluid 122t
Adjusting the backrest 46
Adjusting the lumbar support 48
Adjusting the seat 47
Adjusting the steering wheel 52
Adjusting the temperature 86
Adjusting the thigh support 47
Adjusting the width of the backrests 48
Air conditioner 87
Air distribution, automatic 86
Air nozzles 84
Air outlets 84
Air pressure, tires 26, 111
Air supply 87
vents, recirculated air
mode 87
Airbags 56, 133 , 158
warning lamps 21Alarm system
40
Alcantara care 132
Antenna 110
Antenna, Diversity 159
Antifreeze 125
radiator 108
Antilock Brake System (ABS) 21, 104
Anti-theft alarm system 40
Anti-theft protection 31
Aquaplaning 103, 111
Armrest 91
Ashtray front 92
rear 93
Attach vacuum cleaner 93
AUC (Automatic recirculated air control) 87
Automatic car washes 128
Automatic climate control 84
Automatic cruise control 67
Automatic dimming, interior rearview mirror 50
Automatic recirculated air control (AUC) 87
Auxiliary terminal for jump- starting 121t
Average consumption 74
Average speed 74Avoiding unwanted
alarm 41
Axle loads 168
B
Backrest
adjusting 45
releasing 47
Backup lamps 64
bulb replacement 141t
Battery 148, 170
add distilled water 149t
capacity 170
charging 150t
current check lamp 20
removal and
installation 150
symbols 149
Belts 54
Beverage holder 91
BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil 124
BMW sports seat 46, 47
Bore 166
Bottle holder, refer to beverage holder 91
Brake hydraulic system 20
Brake lamps, bulb replacement 141t
Brake pads 107
indicator lamp for 21Brakes
driving notes 103
faults 107t
fluid change 71
fluid level 107
warning lamps 20
Break-in procedure 102
C
California Proposition
65 Warning 134
Can holder, refer to beverage holder 91
Capacities 169
Car Memory 52
Car phone 92
Car radio 110
reception 110, 158
refer also to the separate
Owner's Manual
Car vacuum cleaner, connecting 93
Car wash 128
Care exterior 129
interior 131
rubber seals and
components 108
upholstery 131
wool velour 131
Cargo loading 97