2002 BMW 745LI SEDAN engine coolant

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Radio

143Select the frequency band
143Station selection
144Storing and retrieving a station
145Weather Band

CD Compact Disc

146Using the buttons to search for music
tracks
147Searching for music tracks in the
Control Display

CD changer

149Starting and stopping the CD changer
149Status displays
149Searching for music tracks in the
Control Display
150Using the buttons to search for music
tracks

MiniDisc MD

151Using the buttons to search for music
tracks
152Searching for music tracks in the
Control Display

Cassette

153Noise suppression
154Music track search

Using your mobile phone


158Safety notice
159Care instructions
159Operation
161Hands-free system
161To make SOS call
161Initial operation
162Getting started
162Telephone directory
163To select a number from the Top 8 list
164Redialing, including numbers not
initially reached
164Missed calls

Refueling

168Fuel filler door
169Fuel specifications

Wheels and tires

170Tire inflation pressure
171Tire condition
172Tire replacement
173Wheel and tire combinations
173Special characteristics of winter tires
173Snow chains*

Under the hood

175Hood
176Engine compartment
176Engine oil
177Coolant
178Brake fluid

Maintenance

179The BMW Maintenance System
179Care

Rules and regulations

180California Proposition 65 Warning
180OBD connector

Replacing components

181Onboard tool kit
181Windshield wiper blades
181Lamps and bulbs
183Changing a tire
185Battery
186Fuses

Help Ð Giving and receiving

187Warning triangle*
187First-aid kit*
187Jump-starting
188Towing

Technical data

192Engine specifications
193Dimensions
194Weights
194Capacities

Everything from A to Z

195Contents

Under the hood
176
Engine compartment 1Engine oil dipstick, refer to next column
2Brake fluid reservoir, located beneath
the microfilter cover178
3Reservoir for windshield and headlamp
washer system73
4Engine oil filler neck177
5Coolant expansion tank178
6Jump-starting terminal187 Engine oilChecking oil level1.Park the vehicle on a level surface
2.Switch the engine off after it has
reached normal operating temperature 3.After approx. 5 minutes, pull the dipstick
out and wipe it off with a clean lint-free
cloth, paper towel, or similar material
4.Carefully push the dipstick all the way
into the guide tube and pull it out again
5.The oil should extend to between the
two marks on the disptick
As is the case with fuel economy, the rate
at which the engine uses oil is strongly
influenced by driving style and operating
conditions.
The space between the two marks on
the dipstick corresponds to approx.
1.1 US quarts (1 litre). Do not fill beyond
the upper mark on the dipstick. Excess oil
can damage the engine.

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Adding engine oil Wait until the level has dropped to just
above the lower mark before adding oil.
BMW engines are designed to
operate without additives, and their
use could even lead to damage in some
cases. This also applies to the automatic
transmission, the differential and the power
steering system.<
Recommendation: have your oil changed at
your BMW center.
Continuous exposure to used oil has
caused cancer in laboratory testing.
For this reason, any skin areas that come
into contact with oil should be thoroughly
washed with soap and water.
Always store oil, grease, etc., well out of
the reach of children; always observe all
warning labels on the containers.<
Please observe all environmental-
protection rules and regulations when
disposing of used oil.< Specified engine oils The quality of the engine oil selected has
critical significance for the operation and
service life of an engine. BMW approves
only specific oils after confirming their suit-
ability for use in its vehicles with extensive
testing.
Use only approved BMW High Perfor-
mance Synthetic Oil.
If you are unable to obtain BMW High
Performance Synthetic Oil, you can add
small amounts of another synthetic oil
between oil changes. Use only oils with the
API SH specification or higher. Ask your BMW center for details
concerning the specific BMW High
Performance Synthetic Oil or synthetic oils
which have been approved.<
You can also call BMW of North America at
1-800-831-1117 or visit this website:
www.bmwusa.com to obtain this informa-
tion.
Viscosity ratingsViscosity is the oil flow rating as defined in
SAE classes.
The selection of the correct SAE class
depends on the climatic conditions in the
area where you typically drive your BMW.
Approved oils are in SAE classes
5W-40 and 5W-30.<
These oils may be used for driving in all
ambient temperatures.Coolant
Do not add coolant to the cooling
system when the engine is hot.
Escaping coolant can cause burns.
To avoid the possibility of damage later on,
never use anything other than factory-
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. Always store these
agents in tightly-closed original containers
kept well away from the reach of children.
Extended-duty antifreeze with corrosion
inhibitor contains ethylene glycol Ð a flam-
mable substance. For this reason, do not
spill antifreeze with corrosion inhibitor on
hot engine parts. It could ignite and cause
serious burns.<
Always observe all applicable rules
and regulations for environmental
protection when disposing of used
extended-duty antifreeze with corrosion
inhibitor.<

Under the hood
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Checking coolant level Correct coolant level with the engine cold Ð
approx. 58 7 (20 6):
1.Turn the cap of the expansion tank
counterclockwise to allow any accumu-
lated pressure to escape, then continue
turning to open
2.The coolant level is correct when the
coolant extends to between the MIN and
MAX marks on the filler neck, refer to the
diagram adjacent to the filler neck
3.If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant
up to the specified level Ð do not overfill. Brake fluid
The symbol lights up and a
message appears in the Check
Control panel:
The brake fluid in the reservoir has fallen to
below the minimum level.
The brake fluid reservoir is located under
the microfilter housing trim panel on the
driver's side of the vehicle. To have brake
fluid added to the system, or to have the
source of any brake fluid loss traced and
rectified, please contact your BMW center,
which can also supply the factory-
approved DOT 4 brake fluids.
Brake fluid is hygroscopic: it absorbs
moisture from the atmosphere over
the course of time.
To ensure that the brake system continues
to provide safe and reliable performance,
remember to have the brake fluid changed
every two years at the latest, refer to
page 79 and to the Service and Warranty
Information Booklet (US models) or the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet
(Canadian models).
Brake fluid is toxic and also damages
vehicle paintwork. Always store brake fluid
in tightly-closed original containers kept
well away from the reach of children.
Do not spill the fluid and do not refill the
brake fluid reservoir to beyond the MAX
mark. Should it come into contact with hot
engine components, the brake fluid could
ignite and cause personal injury in the form
of burns.<
Always observe all applicable envi-
ronmental rules and regulations when
disposing of used brake fluid.<
A low brake-fluid level combined with
longer-than-usual pedal travel could be a
sign that one of the brake system's
hydraulic circuits has failed.
Proceed to the nearest BMW center.
Remember that pedal travel may be
increased, and there may also be a
substantial increase in the amount of pedal
pressure required to brake the vehicle.
Please adapt your driving style accord-
ingly.<
Warning lamp for Canadian models

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Maintenance The BMW Maintenance
System The BMW Maintenance System is
designed to ensure that your vehicle will
continue to furnish consistent reliability
combined with optimal safety. The service
schedule also includes operations related
to the vehicle's comfort and convenience
features, such as replacement of the filters
for the inside air. The ultimate objective is
to furnish economical maintenance by
providing the ideal service for your indi-
vidual vehicle.
Should the day come when you decide to
sell your BMW, you will find that a complete
dealer service history is an asset of great
value. CBS Condition Based Service CBS is a more advanced version of the
Service Interval Display. Sensors combine
with highly-specialized algorithms to
supply service information that reflects
your vehicle's actual operating conditions
more precisely than ever before.
The system now furnishes individual
displays of the times remaining until the
deadlines for specific service operations as
well as official state inspections:
>Engine oil
>Brakes Ð separate for front and rear
>Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter
>Brake fluid >Coolant
>Spark plugs
>Vehicle check
>Official state inspections
CBS monitors both current and upcoming
service requirements. After accessing the
data stored in the vehicle's key, your BMW
service advisor is able to suggest precisely
the right array of service procedures for
your own individual vehicle.
By letting you define a service and mainte-
nance regimen that reflects your own indi-
vidual requirements, Condition Based
Service builds the basis for troublefree
driving.
You can find more detailed information on
the Service Interval Display on page 78.
Service and Warranty Information
Booklet (US models) and Service
Guide Booklet (Canadian models) Please consult your Service and Warranty
Information Booklet (US models) and
Service Guide Booklet (Canadian models)
for additional information on service
requirements.
Have service and repair operations
performed at your BMW center.
Take the time to ensure that these service
procedures are confirmed by entries in
your vehicle's Service and Warranty Infor-
mation Booklet (US models) and Service
Guide Booklet (Canadian models). These
entries verify that your vehicle has received
the specified regular maintenance, and
may also be required when submitting
warranty claims.< Care You can find everything you need to know
on this topic by consulting the separate
"Car care" manual.

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A"ABC..." for
navigation 126, 127
ABS (Antilock Brake
System) 91
"ACCEPT" for
navigation 130
Accessories 8
Activated-charcoal
filter 104
Activation
Ð mobile phone 162
Activation time 106
Active head restraints,
front 48
Active seat 52
Active seat ventilation 51
Adapter for spare key 34
Adaptive brake lamp 94
Adding oil to engine 176
Adding washer fluid 73
"Address book" 134
Adjusting thigh support 46
Airbags 55
Air distribution 100, 103
Airflow
Ð rear air conditioner 105
Air outlet vents 99
Air pressure 170
Ð see also tire inflation
pressure 170
Air supply 101
AKI, refer to Fuel
specifications 169
Alarm system 40
Ð avoiding unintentional
alarms 41
All-season tires 173
"AM..." 140, 143
AM waveband 143
Anchorages 120
Antifreeze 177
Ð coolant 177
Ð washer fluid 73Antilock Brake System
(ABS) 91
Anti-theft system 35
Approved gross vehicle
weight 194
Aquaplaning 118, 171
Armrest, see Center
armrest 113
Arrival time 83
"Arrow display" with navi-
gation system 132
"AS ADDRESS" at current
location 135
"AS ADDRESS" in address
directory 134, 135
"AS ADDRESS" with desti-
nation list 130
"AS ADDRESS" with
manual destination
entry 126
"AS ADDRESS" with map-
guided destination
selection 129
"AS ADDRESS" with recent
destinations 130
"AS DEST." with address
directory 134
"AS DEST." with manual
destination entry 126
"AS DEST." with map-
guided destination
selection 129
"AS DEST." with recent
destinations 130
Ashtray
Ð front 112
Assistance window, refer to
Control Center 23
Ð help texts 23
Ð status lines 24
AUC (Automatic recircula-
ted-air control) 101
Audio 140
"AUTO," refer to Automatic
climate control 103Automatic
Ð cruise control 73
Ð headlamp control 96
Ð luggage compartment lid
operation 36, 39
Ð steering wheel
adjustment 53
Automatic air
distribution 100
Automatic climate
control 99
Ð automatic air
distribution 100
Ð rear air conditioner 105
Ð rear cooler 110
Ð settings in Control
Display 103
Automatic curb monitor 54
Automatic Hold
Ð parking 64
Ð parking brake 63
Automatic recirculated-air
control (AUC) 101
Automatic transmission
with L mode 66
Automatic transmission
with Steptronic 69
"Auto P" 54, 64
"Auxiliary heater" 106
Average fuel
consumption 83
Average speed 83
Avoid false alarms 41
"Avoid motorway" 131
"Avoid route" 133
"Avoid sect." 133
"Avoid tolls" 131
Avoid unintentional
alarms 41
"A-Z" 163
BBackrest, adjusting 46, 47
Backrests, see Seats 45
Everything from A to ZContents

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Computer 81
Ð automatic climate
control 103
Ð "BC" 84
Ð changing settings 86
Ð changing time and
date 86
Ð Control Display screen
contents 83
Ð displays, menus 22
Ð language selection 86
Ð status lines 24
Ð symbols 20
Computer, refer to Control
Center 19
Condition Based Service
(CBS) 179
Connecting car vacuum
cleaner 113
Consumption display 82
Control Center 19
Ð assistance window 23
Ð automatic climate
control 103
Ð changing menu page 20
Ð changing settings 86
Ð confirm selection or
entry 20
Ð display help texts 23
Ð displays, menus 22
Ð language selection 86
Ð lists 20
Ð menu entry selection 19
Ð selecting units of measure
and display format 86
Ð setting time and date 86
Ð status lines 24
Ð symbols 20
Ð symbols and lists 20
Control Display 19
Controller, refer to Control
Center 19
Convenience operation of
windows and sliding/tilt
sunroof 36, 37
Convenience starting
feature 62
"Coolant" 179
Coolant 176, 177
Cooler, refer to Rear
cooler 110Cooling adjustment
Ð rear air conditioner 105
Copyright 2
Cornering Brake Control
(CBC) 91
Courtesy lamps 98
Cruise control 73
Cruise control, see Pro-
grammable cruise
control 73
Cruising range 82
Cup holder, refer to Bever-
age holder 112
Curb lamp
Ð bulb replacement 182
Curb weight 194
Current fuel
consumption 83
D"Date" 86
Daytime driving lamp
mode 96
DBC (Dynamic Brake
Control) 91
Deactivating
Ð tilt alarm sensor 36, 41
Defrosting, windows 101
Defrost setting 101
"DELETE" for
navigation 130
Destination entry 126
Destination for navigation
system
Ð selecting in
"Information" 129
Destination memory 129
"Destinations" 126
"Dest. input" 126
Dialed numbers 164
Dimensions 193
Dimming mirrors 52
Dipstick, engine oil 176
Direction
Ð arrow 132
Ð to destination 131
Ð voice instructions 133
Directional indicators, see
Turn signal indicators 71Directory creation
Ð with navigation
system 134
"Dir. of travel" with naviga-
tion system 132
"Dir. to north" with naviga-
tion system 132
Disc brakes 119
Displacement 192
Display, refer to Control
Display 19
Display format and units of
measure in Control
Display, changing 86
Display illumination, refer to
Instrument lighting 97
Displays 14
Ð computer 22
Ð Control Center 22
Distance 83
Distance to destination 83
Distance warning 88
Door keys 34
Doors
Ð locking and unlocking 35
Ð manual operation 37
Ð remote control 35
DOT Quality Grades 172
Draft-free ventilation 102
Drink holders, refer to
Beverage holders 112
Driving stability control 89
Driving tips 118
"DSC" 90
DSC (Dynamic Stability
Control) 89
"DTC" 90
DTC (Dynamic Traction
Control) 15, 90
Dynamic Brake Control
(DBC) 91
Dynamic Drive 91
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC) 89
Dynamic Traction Control
(DTC) 15, 90
EEBV (Electronic Brake-
force Distribution) 91

Everything from A to Z
198 "EDC" 92
Ð "Comfort" 92
Ð "Sport" 92
EDC (Electronic Damping
Control) 92
Electrical malfunction
Ð automatic transmission
lockout 70
Ð fuel filler door 168
Ð parking brake, emergency
use 65
Ð sliding/tilt sunroof 44
Electric power seats 46
Electric power windows 42
Electric seats 46
Electric steering column
adjustment 53
Electronic Brake-force Dis-
tribution (EBV) 91
Electronic Damping Control
(EDC) 92
Elements of operation 12
Emergency operation
Ð doors 37
Ð fuel filler door 168
Ð luggage compartment
lid 40
Ð sliding/tilt sunroof 44
Ð transmission lockout
(automatic
transmission) 70
Emergency SOS call
Ð automatic activation 161
"Emissions inspection" 79
Energy Control 83
Engine compartment 176
Engine coolant 176, 177
"Engine oil" 179
Engine oil
Ð consumption 176
Ð grades 177
Engine oils 177
Engine output, data 192
Engine specifications 192
"Entertainment" 19, 22
Estimated time of arrival 83
Extended vehicle storage,
see supplemental Car
care manual
Exterior mirrors 52
Ð automatic dimming 52"Extra" in "Climate"
menu 103
"Extra" with rear air
conditioner 105
"Extra" with rear cooler 110
FFactory preparations for
phone installation 161
Fader 141
Failure of an electrical
accessory 186
"Fastest route" 131
Fastest route 131
Fault displays 80
Filling the washer
reservoir 73
Filling the windshield
washer reservoir 73
First-aid kit 187
Fittings, tow-starting and
towing 189
Flashlight 111
Flat tires 171
"FM..." 140, 143
FM waveband 143
Fog lamps 97
"Footwell" 103
Footwell lamps 98
Forward lamps 98
Front armrest 111
Front seat adjustment 45
Fuel 169
Fuel consumption
display 83
Fuel economy 83
Fuel filler cap cover 168
Fuel filler door
Ð releasing in the event of
electrical defect 168
Fuel gauge 82
Fuel level display 82, 83
Fuel specifications 169
Fuel tank capacity 168
Fuses 186
GGarage door opener, refer
to Universal garage door
opener 108
Gasoline 169
General operating
information 118
Glasses compartment 111
Glove compartment 110
GPS, refer to Navigation
system 124
GPS navigation system 124
Ð address book, refer to
Creating a directory 134
Ð current location 135
Ð destination entry 126
Ð destination guidance in
assistance window 125
Ð destination list 130
Ð digital coverage area 124
Ð directory 128
Ð manual entry of destina-
tion address 126
Ð map CD 124
Ð map-guided destination
selection 128
Ð new route 133
Ð recent destinations 130
Ð route display 132
Ð route list 132
Ð route selection 130
Ð safety 124
Ð selecting destination in
"Information" 129
Ð selecting points of
interest 129
Ð selection options 126
Ð start active guidance 131
Ð starting 125
Ð terminate/interrupt active
guidance 134
Ð voice guidance 133
Ð wordmatch principle 136
Guidance
Ð terminate 134
Guidance system
Ð interrupt 134
Ð starting 131