2002 BMW Z3 service indicator

Contents

Overview
Controls and features

Cockpit16
Instrument cluster18
Indicator and warning lamps20
Hazard warning flashers24
Warning triangle24
First-aid kit24
Refueling25
Fuel specifications26
Tire inflation pressure26

Opening and closing:

Keys30
Electronic vehicle
immobilizer31
Central locking system32
Opening and closing from the
outside32
With the key32
With the remote control33
Opening and closing from the
inside36
Luggage compartment lid36
Electric power windows38
Sunroof, coupe39
Convertible top40

Adjustments:

Seats49
Mirrors50

Safety systems:

Safety belts52
Airbags54
Transporting children safely56

Driving:

Ignition lock58
Starting the engine59
Switching off the engine60
Parking brake60
Manual transmission61
Automatic transmission with
Steptronic62Turn signals/High beams64
Washer/Wiper system65
Rear window defroster66
Cruise Control67

Everything under control:

Odometer68
Tachometer68
Fuel gauge68
Coolant temperature gauge69
Service Interval Display69
Clock70
Computer70

Technology for safety and
convenience:

Automatic Stability Control
plus Traction (ASC+T)73
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC)74

Lamps:

Parking lamps/Low beams76
Fog lamps76
Interior lamps77
Reading lamps78

Controlling the climate
for pleasant driving:

Heating and ventilation80
Heating and ventilation/
Air conditioner84
Seat heating89

Contents

Overview
Controls and features
Operation, maintenance
Owner service procedures
Technical data
Index Advanced technology

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IndexDataTechnologyRepairsMaintenanceControlsOverview
Cockpit16
Instrument cluster18
Indicator and warning lamps20
Hazard warning flashers24
Warning triangle24
First-aid kit24
Refueling25
Fuel specifications26
Tire inflation pressures26
Overview

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Instrument cluster

1 Fuel gauge with indicator lamp
for reserve range68
2 Indicator lamp for turn signals23
3 Speedometer
4 Indicator and warning lamps for:

>

Battery charge current20

>

High beams23

>

Engine oil pressure20
5 Tachometer68
6 Coolant temperature gauge69
7 Indicator and warning lamps for:

>

Brake pad wear22

>

Brake hydraulic
system20, 21, 22

>

Parking brake21

>

Airbags21
8 Indicator and warning lamps for:

>

Service Engine Soon22

>

Automatic transmission

*
22

>

Safety belts21

>

Engine oil level21

>

Antilock Brake System (ABS)21
9 Indicator lamp for Automatic
Stability Control plus Traction
(ASC+T)/Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC

*
)22
10 Trip odometer/Gear indicator for
automatic transmission with
Steptronic

*
6811 Service Interval Display69, 128
12 Odometer68
13 Indicator and warning lamps for:

>

Front fog lamps

*
23

>

Engine electronics22
14 Trip odometer reset button68
The illustration shows the instrument
cluster in the US version. In the Cana-
dian models, some of the indicator and
warning lamps have a different appear-
ance, refer to pages 20 to 23.

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Indicator and warning lamps

Automatic transmission

*
Because of a malfunction, the
automatic transmission shifts
only in the emergency program. Please
consult the nearest BMW center.
For additional information, refer to
page 64.
Brake pads

l

Have the brake pads checked.
For additional information, refer
to page 104.
Automatic Stability Control plus
Traction (ASC+T)/Dynamic
Stability Control (DSC)

*


l

Indicator lamp flashes:
The system is actively regulating drive
torque and braking force.
The indicator lamp stays lit:
ASC+T has been switched off with the
button or it is defective, or the DSC

*

has been switched off, ADB is
operational.
Please consult the nearest BMW center
in case of a malfunction.
For additional information, refer to
pages 73, 74.

Indicator lamp for Automatic
Stability Control plus Traction
(ASC+T)/Dynamic Stability
Control (DSC)

*
and brake
hydraulic system warning
lamp

l

The indicator lamps remain on:
The DSC

*
and ADB/DBC have been
switched off with the button or there is
a system malfunction.
Please consult the nearest BMW
center.
For additional information, refer to
page 74.
Indicator and warning lamps for
Canadian models.

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 133.
"Service Engine Soon" warning
lamp for Canadian models.
Engine electronics l
There is a fault in the engine's
electronic control system. You
can continue to drive with reduced
engine output or engine speed. Please
have the system inspected by your
BMW center.

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Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)*Switch off DSC/activate ADBPress the DSC switch (arrow) Ð the indi-
cator lamp comes on and remains on.
DSC has been switched off; ADB is in
ready mode.
In the following exceptional circum-
stances, it may be effective to activate
the ADB for a short 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 snow-
covered surface that has been
packed down from being driven on
>When driving with snow chains.367de739
Switch off DSC and ADBHold the DSC switch down for at least
3 seconds. The indicator lamp and the
red warning lamp for the brake
hydraulic system remain on.
In this case, no interventions to
increase stability and traction for engine
and brakes are carried out.
To maintain vehicle stability, drive
with the DSC switched on when-
ever possible.<
Reactivate DSC and ADBPress the button again; the indicator
lamp or the indicator lamps will go out.
The laws of physics cannot be
repealed, even with DSC. It will
always be the driver's responsibility to
drive in a manner that matches road
conditions. We therefore urge you to
avoid using the additional safety margin
of the system as an excuse for taking
risks.
The DSC is deactivated and will not
carry out any stabilizing intervention
when the ADB is in ready mode.
Do not make any modifications to the
DSC system. Allow only authorized
technicians to perform service proce-
dures on the DSC.<
You will find additional details
concerning DSC in the chapter
"Advanced technology" on page 165.

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OBD interface socketAccess to the interface socket for the
Onboard Diagnostic system (OBD):
Lift off the side cover in the center
console on the passenger's side
(arrow).
The purpose of the OBD system is to
ensure proper operation of the emis-
sion control system throughout the
vehicle's lifetime by monitoring emis-
sion-related components and systems
for deterioration and malfunction.367us235
An illuminated indicator informs
you of the need for service,
but not of the need to stop the
vehicle. However, the systems should
be checked by your BMW center at the
earliest possible opportunity.
Under certain conditions, the indicator
will blink or flash. This indicates a rather
severe level of engine misfire. When
this occurs, you should reduce speed
and consult the nearest BMW center as
soon as possible. Severe engine misfire
over only a short period of time can
seriously damage emission control
components, especially the catalytic
converter.
"Service Engine Soon" warning
lamp for Canadian models.
When the filler cap is not properly
tightened, the OBD system can
detect the vapor leak and the indicator
will light up. If the filler cap is subse-
quently tightened, the indicator should
go out within a few days.<

Everything from A to ZMaster keys30
changing battery144
initializing144
replacements144
Mirrors50
adjusting51
defrosting51
Mobile phone107
refer also to the separate
Owner's Manual
Modifications,
technical6, 132
Multifunction switch64
M+S radial tires115NNet93
Non-smoker's equipment
package92
Notes on driving99OOBD interface socket133
Odometer68
Oil
adding123t
additives123
consumption123
grades124Oil change intervals, refer to
the Service and Warranty
Information Booklet (US
models) or the Warranty
and Service Guide Booklet
(Canadian models)
Oil dipstick123
Oil level, checking123t
Oil level, indicator lamp21
Oil pressure, indicator
lamp20
OILSERVICE69
Old batteries154
Onboard computer70
refer to the "Owner's
Manual for Onboard
Computer"
Onboard Diagnostics, data
link connector133
Onboard tool kit136t
Opening and closing
from the inside36
from the outside32
with the remote control33
Outside mirrors50
Outside temperature
display71
PParking brake21, 60
Parking lamps76
Parking, winter106
Partition net93
Phone, mobile107
refer also to the separate
Owner's Manual
Please wear your safety belt
warning lamp21
Position lamps
bulb replacement138t
Power convertible top
electrical
malfunction157t
manual operation157t
Power seat adjustment49
Power steering106
Pressures, tires26, 110
Pressure, tires110QQuality Grades, tires111
RRadiator, frost
protection105
Radio reception166
Radio, refer to the separate
Owner's Manual
Rapid heating83, 88
Reading lamps78
Rear lamps, bulb
replacement139t
Rear window defroster66
Rear window washer,
automatic65
Rear window wiper65
blade replacement136t
Rearview mirrors50
Recirculated air mode86
refer to spare wheel147t
Refueling25
Releasing the hood118t
Remote control33, 144
for computer70
Remove condensation from
windows83
Replacement keys30
Replacement,
tires111, 112