2002 BMW Z8 bulb

Contents

Owner service procedures
Advanced technology
Technical data

Replacement procedures:

Onboard tool kit130
Windshield wiper blades130
Lamps and bulbs131
Changing a wheel137
Battery138
Fuses140

In case of electrical
malfunction:

Fuel filler door142
Luggage compartment lid,
storage compartment142
Passenger door143
Closing the convertible top143

Giving and receiving
assistance:

Jump-starting145
Towing the vehicle146Airbags150
Car radio reception151
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC)152
Safety belt tensioner153
Interior rearview mirror with
automatic dimmer154
Xenon lamps155Engine data158
Dimensions159
Weights160
Capacities161
Electrical system162
Drive belts162

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Manual transmission Indicator/Headlamp ßasher Every time you shift gears, always
depress the clutch pedal all the way
down, pushing the gear lever into the
desired position.
Always remember to depress the clutch
pedal when starting the engine; a lock-
out device prevents starting when the
clutch is engaged.
The shift lever's neutral plane is located
between 3rd and 4th gears.
The shift lever automatically returns to
the 3rd/4th plane whenever you select
neutral. 520de158
When shifting across the gate to
the 5th/6th gear plane always
remember to push the lever to the right
to avoid inadvertent engagement of 3rd
or 4th gear.<
Reverse Select only when the vehicle is
stationary. Press the shift lever to the
left to overcome the resistance.
As you do this, the backup lamp will
turn on automatically when the ignition
key is in position 2.
Never slip the clutch to prevent
the vehicle from rolling backwards
when stopping on hills. Slipping the
clutch for extended periods leads to
rapid, premature clutch wear.<
1 High beams (blue indicator lamp)
2 Headlamp flasher (blue indicator
lamp)
3 Turn signal indicator (green indicator
lamp and cyclical clicking from the
blinker relay)
If the indicator lamp and the clicking
from the relay are faster than normal,
one of the turn signal bulbs is defective. To signal brieflyPress the lever up to but not beyond
the pressure point. It then returns to the
center position when released. 520de025

Overview
Controls and features
Operation, care
and maintenance
Owner service procedures
Technical data
Index Advanced technology
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IndexDataTechnologyRepairsCar careControlsOverview
Replacement procedures:
Onboard tool kit130
Windshield wiper blades130
Lamps and bulbs131
Changing a wheel137
Battery138
Fuses140
In case of electrical
malfunction:
Fuel filler door142
Luggage compartment lid,
storage compartment142
Passenger door143
Closing the convertible top143
Giving and receiving
assistance:
Jump-starting145
Towing the vehicle146
Repairs

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IndexDataTechnologyRepairsCar careControlsOverview
Lamps and bulbs The lamps and bulbs make essential
contributions to the safety of your
vehicle. Therefore, comply fully with the
following instructions during bulb
replacement. If you are not familiar with
any of the procedures, consult your
BMW center.
Do not touch the glass portion of a
new bulb with your bare hands
since even small amounts of impurities
burn into the surface and reduce the
service life of the bulb. Use a clean
cloth, paper napkin, or a similar mate-
rial, or hold the bulb by its metallic
base.<
A replacement bulb set is available from
your BMW center.
Whenever working on the elec-
trical system, switch off the elec-
trical accessory you are working on or
disconnect the cable from the negative
terminal of the battery. Failure to do this
could result in short circuits.
To prevent injuries and damage,
comply with any instructions provided
by the bulb manufacturer.<
When cleaning the headlamps,
please observe the following:
>Do not wipe dry (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.<
Xenon lamps

The main headlamps for your BMW
Z8 roadster have been designed using
xenon-light technology. The service life
of these bulbs is very long and the
probability of a failure is very low,
provided that they are not switched on
and off an unusual number of times.
Should a lamp ever fail, however,
please contact your BMW center for
assistance.
The xenon-light unit operates at
extremely high voltages; contact
with the unit's electrical components
can be fatal. We therefore urge you to
refer all service and repairs, including
bulb changes, to qualified professional
technicians.<
Neon lampsThe front turn signal indicators (side
marker lamps), the rear turn signal indi-
cators, the rear and brake lamps, as
well as the high-mounted brake lamp
are of neon-light technology. The
service life for these lamps is very high
and the likelihood of failure very
minimal.
Should a lamp ever fail, however,
please contact your BMW center for
assistance.

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Lamps and bulbsSide turn signal indicators10 watt bulb
Please contact a BMW center in the
event of a malfunction.Parking lamps5 watt bulb
Please contact a BMW center in the
event of a malfunction.
Tail lamps 1 Turn signal indicator red
2 Rear lamp/Brake lamp red
3 High-mount brake lamp red
4 Backup lamp red/white
5 Rear fog lamp red
6 Reflector red520us010
Side marker lamps, rearPlease contact a BMW center in the
event of a malfunction.520us011

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Lamps and bulbsTo replace the rear fog lamp 21 watt bulb
1. Unlock the ventilation grill by giving it
a f turn (use a screwdriver or coin)
and remove it520de068
2. Reach into the opening, turn the bulb
holder to the left and take it out
3. Replace the bulb.To replace the backup lamp21 watt bulb
Replace the bulb using the same
procedure as for the rear fog lamp. 520de069
To replace the license plate lamp5 watt bulb
1. Turn the lamp to the right and take it
out by pulling downward
2. Turn the lamp socket toward the rear
and take it out
3. Replace the bulb.520us012

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Lamps and bulbsTo replace the door warning lamp5 watt bulb
1. Pry the lamp out by pressing on the
narrow side with a screwdriver
2. Turn the bulb holder to the left and
remove it
3. Replace the bulb.520de062
To replace the exit lamp5 watt bulb
1. Pry the lamp out by pressing on the
narrow side with a screwdriver
2. Replace the bulb.520de063
To replace the footwell lamp5 watt bulb
1. Pry the lamp out by pressing on the
narrow side with a screwdriver
2. Replace the bulb.520de064

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IndexDataTechnologyRepairsCar careControlsOverview
Lamps and bulbsTo replace the interior lampFront:
Xenon bulb, 6 watts
Interior lamp/Reading lamp
1. Pry the lens out using a screwdriver
2. Pull the lamp socket out of the lamp
insert
3. Remove and replace the bulb.520de095
Rear:
5 watt bulb
1. Use a screwdriver to remove the lens
from the side
2. Replace the bulb.520de066
To replace the bulb in the glove
compartment 5 watt bulb
1. Pry the lamp out using a screwdriver
2. Remove the reflector
3. Replace the bulb.520de102