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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 misfiring for even a short period 
of time can seriously damage emission-
control system components, especially 
the catalytic converter.
Service Engine Soon warning 
lamp for Canadian models.
If the fuel filler cap is not on tight 
enough, 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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134Replacement procedures
Onboard tool kitThe onboard tool kit is located in the 
luggage compartment lid.
To open, loosen the wing nut. For stor-
age place of towing eyelet, refer to 
page 146.
Windshield wiper blades1. Switch off the engine
2. Fold the wiper arm completely out 
from the windshield
3. Position the wiper blade at an angle 
and pull the release spring – see 
arrow
4. Fold the wiper blade down and 
unhook it toward the windshield
5. Pull the wiper blade past the wiper 
arm toward the top
6. Insert a new wiper blade and apply 
pressure until you hear it engage.
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You will find corresponding 
instructions for using the 
M Mobility system on the device.
Replace the defective tire as soon as 
possible and have the new wheel bal-
anced. Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor, 
and refer to page 89 for further informa-
tion. Have the M Mobility system 
refilled. Contact your BMW center for 
this.<
Protect valve stems against dirt using 
screw-on dust caps. Dirty valve stems 
frequently lead to slow pressure loss.
Battery
Battery posts, terminals, and 
related accessories contain lead 
and lead compounds. Wash hands after 
handling.<
MaintenanceThe battery is completely maintenance-
free. That means that the original bat-
tery acid will normally last for the ser-
vice life of the battery under moderate 
climate conditions.
Please consult your BMW center 
whenever you have any questions 
concerning the battery. Since the bat-
tery is absolutely maintenance-free, the 
following statements are for your infor-
mation only.<
Never disconnect the battery 
when the engine is running; the 
ensuing voltage surge would seriously 
damage the vehicle's onboard elec-
tronic systems.
when the engine is not running. Use the 
connections provided in the engine 
compartment. For information on the 
connections, see Jump-starting, 
page 145.
Return used batteries to a recy-
cling point or your BMW center. 
Maintain the battery in an upright posi-
tion for transport and storage. Secure 
the battery against tilting in transit.<
Repairing a flat tire
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145 Giving and receiving assistance 
Jump-startingWhen your battery is discharged, you 
can use two jumper cables to start your 
vehicle with power from the battery in a 
second vehicle. You can also use the 
same method to help start another 
vehicle. Use only jumper cables with 
fully insulated handles on the terminal 
clamps.
Do not touch high-voltage wiring 
and cables on a running engine. 
Contact with components carrying high 
voltage can be harmful or fatal.
Carefully observe the following instruc-
tions to avoid personal injury and/or 
damage to one or both vehicles.<
1. The battery in the support vehicle 
must be rated at 12 volts. This infor-
mation is provided on the battery 
label
2. Stop the engine of the support vehi-
cle and switch off all electrical com-
ponents in both vehicles – except for 
the hazard warning flashers of the 
support vehicle
3. Make absolutely certain that there is 
no contact between the bodywork of 
the two vehicles – short circuit haz-
ard
4. The auxiliary jump-starting terminal 
located in your BMW's engine com-
partment acts as the positive battery 
terminal. The cover of this auxiliary 
terminal is marked with a + sign. 
Remove by pulling the tab, see 
arrow 1. Start by connecting the 
jumper cable from the positive termi-
nal of the discharged battery to the 
positive terminal of the support bat-
tery
5. Then connect the negative terminals 
with the other jumper cable. Attach 
the cable to either the support vehi-
cle's negative battery terminal or to a  
suitable ground on its engine or 
bodywork. Then connect the other 
end to the negative battery terminal 
or a suitable ground on the vehicle 
being started. Your BMW is 
equipped with a special nut for this 
purpose – see arrow 2
Always adhere to this sequence 
when connecting jumper cables; 
failure to observe this procedure can 
lead to sparks at the battery terminals 
and pose an injury hazard.<
6. Start the engine of the support vehi-
cle and let it run for several minutes 
at a slightly elevated engine idle 
speed
7. Start the engine of the other vehicle 
as usual. If the first start attempt is 
not successful, wait a few minutes 
before another attempt in order to 
allow the discharged battery to 
recharge
8. Allow the engines to run for several 
minutes before disconnecting the 
jumper cables
9. Then disconnect the jumper cables 
in the opposite order.
Have the battery recharged at your 
BMW center as required.
Do not use spray starter fluids to 
start the engine.<
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147
Use only a nylon towing strap to tow 
the vehicle, since the inherent resil-
ience of this material helps protect both 
vehicles from sudden jerking move-
ments.
The towed vehicle should always 
be the lighter of the two vehicles. 
If this is not the case, it will not be pos-
sible to control vehicle handling.
to page 145.
Never attempt to use your vehicle to 
push another vehicle, since damage to 
the energy-absorbing bumpers could 
result.Towing a vehicle1. Gearshift lever in Neutral
2. Towing speed:
Max. 45 mph / 70 km/h
3. Towing distance:
Max. 95 miles/150 km
4. Leave the ignition key at position 1 to 
ensure that the brake lamps, turn sig-
nal indicators, horn and windshield 
wipers remain operative, and to pre-
vent the steering lock detent from 
engaging
5. Switch on the hazard-warning sys-
tem – observe applicable legal regu-
lations.
Find some means of identifying the 
vehicle in tow, for instance, place a sign 
or warning triangle in the rear window.
Make sure that the ignition key 
remains in position 1 even when 
the electrical system has failed to pre-
vent the steering lock from engaging.
The steering and brakes are without 
power-assist when the engine is off. 
This means that increased effort is 
required for steering and braking.<
Vehicle with sequential M gearbox 
SMG II:
To push or tow, engage selector lever 
in position 0.
Never work on the vehicle with a 
driving position engaged.<
Towing with a commercial tow 
truck>Do not tow with sling-type equipment
>Use wheel lift or flatbed equipment
>Please comply with applicable state 
towing laws.
Never allow passengers to ride in 
a towed vehicle for any reason.
Never attach tie-down hooks, chains, 
straps, or tow hooks to tie rods, control 
arms, or any other part of the vehicle 
suspension, as severe damage to these 
components will occur, possibly lead-
ing to accidents.<
Towing the vehicle
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150
Engine dataDisplacement
Number of cylinderscu in/cm
3
198.1/3,246
6
Max. power output
at engine speedhp/kW
rpm333/248
7,900
Maximum torque
at engine speedlb ft/Nm
rpm262/355
4,900
Compression ratioε11.5
Stroke
Borein/mm
in/mm3.58/91
3.43/87
Fuel-injection system Digital electronic engine-management 
system
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Capacities
Notes
Fuel tank
Reservegal./liters
gal./litersapprox. 16.6/63
approx. 2.1/8Fuel specification: page 25
Windshield washer system/
Headlamp cleaning system quarts/liters approx. 5.6/5.3For details: page 124
Cooling system including heater circuit quarts/liters approx. 9.8/9.3 For details: page 126
Engine with oil filter change quarts/liters approx. 5.8/5.5 For details: page 125
Manual transmission quarts/liters approx. 1.9/1.8 Oil change during running-in check 
and during each inspection II
Differential quarts/liters approx. 1.2/1.1 Oil change during running-in check 
and during each inspection II
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Everything from A to Z
157
Cleaning position, convert-
ible top 45
Cleaning windshield 78
Clock 83
refer also to the radio or 
onboard computer 
Owner's Manual
Cockpit 14
Code, tires 118
Coin box 102
Compression ratio 150
Computer 84
Condensation, removing 
from windows 98
Configure personal settings
Vehicle Memory, Key 
Memory 65
Consumption
display 81
fuel 85
Convertible top
cleaning position 45
electrical malfunction 44
emergency operation 44
opening and closing 42
Convertible top operation
fully automatic convertible 
top 41
Coolant 122, 126, 153
indicator lamp 19
Cooling system 153
Copyright 4Cornering Brake Control 
(CBC) 111
Cruise control 78
indicator lamp 20
Cup holder, see Beverage 
holder 102
Curb weight 152
Cushion height 151
D
Data
dimensions 151
engine 150
weights 152
Daytime driving lamps 92
DBC Dynamic Brake 
Control 88
warning lamp 19
Defrost position 98
Defrosting rear window 99
Defrosting windows 98
Digital clock 83
Dimensions 151
Dipstick, engine oil 124
Disc brakes 112
Displacement 150
Display lighting 93
Displays 16
Distance warning 86
Door key 30
Door lock buttons 34Doors
emergency operation 33
manual operation 33
remote control 31
unlocking and locking 
31, 33
Drivelogic 74
Driving notes
braking 111
disc brakes 112
general 111
hydroplaning 111
DSC Dynamic Stability Con-
trol 87
indicator lamp 19
Dynamic Brake Control 
(DBC) 88
Dynamic Stability Control 
(DSC) 87
indicator lamp 19
E
Electric malfunction
doors 33
Electric power windows 40
Electrical accessories, fail-
ure 144
Electrical malfunction
convertible top 44
fuel filler door 24Emergency operation
doors 33
fuel filler door 24
Emergency release
luggage compartment 
lid 36
Engine
displacement 150
output 150
starting 67
switching off 69
torque 150
Engine compartment 122
Engine coolant 153
refilling 126
temperature gauge 81
Engine data 150
Engine electronics
warning lamp 19
Engine oil
adding 122, 124
capacity 153
consumption 124
dipstick 124
quality 125
types 125
viscosity 125
Engine oil level
check 122
indicator lamp 19
warning lamp 18
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