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1200 Mile Service
Engine Oil Service
Engine Compartment
Change oil and oil filter while engine is at normal operating temperature.
Use only Castrol TWS Motorsport SAE 10W-60 Synthetic Oil or Castrol
Formula RS 10W-60 Synthetic oil, BMW p/n 07 51 0 009 420.
Reset service interval indicator.
Replace microfilter.
Check overall thickness of rear disc brake pads using special tool.rear
If replacement is necessary: Examine brake disc surfaces. Clean brake pad
contact points in calipers. Grease wheel centering hubs.
Check thickness of parking brake linings only when replacing rear pads.
Remove and install front disc brake pads, check overall thickness.
Examine brake disc surfaces. Clean brake pad contact points in calipers.
Grease wheel centering hubs.
Check parking brake actuation. Adjust if necessary.
Body
Convertible: Lubricate convertible top sliding linkage covers.
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Read out diagnostic system.
Change oil and filter while engine is at normal operating temperature.
Use only Castrol TWS Motorsport SAE 10W-60 Synthetic Oil,
BMW p/n 07 51 0 009 420.
Replace transmission fluid.
Replace differential oil.
Check all warning/indicator lights, check control.
Road test with check of brakes, suspension, steering,
clutch/manual transmission.
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Check battery state-of-charge indicator and charge if required.
Check lighting system, i.e.: headlights, foglights, parking, back-up, license
plate, interior (including map reading lights), glove box, flashlight,
illuminated makeup mirrors, luggage compartment/area lights.
Check instrument panel and dashboard illumination.
Check all warning/indicator lights, check control.
Check turn signals, hazard warning flashers, brake lights, horns, headlight
dimmer and flasher switch.
Check wipers and washer system(s); wiper blades, washer jet positions.
Check condition and function of safety belts.
Visually examine all SRS airbag units for torn covers, obvious damage
or attachment of decals, decorations or accessories.
Check central locking/double lock.
Check operation of all latches.
Check heater/air conditioner blower, rear window defogger.
Check rear view mirrors.
Convertible: Activate automatic roll-over protection system via OBD plug.
Note: First remove hardtop/lower top.
Convertible: Lubricate convertible top sliding linkage covers.
Final Inspection
Road test with check of brakes, suspension, steering, clutch/manual
transmission.
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Inspection I
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Speedometer
(Odometer Memory)
changed:
Mileage
DateSpeedometer
(Odometer Memory)
changed:
Mileage
Date
Record of M-Mobility
Record of Spark Plug Record of Oxygen Record of brake/ System Sealant
Replacement Sensor replacement clutch fluid changes cartridge changes
(Every Insp. II) (Every 100,000 Miles) (Every 2 years) (Every 3 years)
Date MileageDate MileageDate Date
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Warrantor
BMW NA warrants 2003 U.S. specification
vehicles distributed by BMW NA or sold
through the BMW NA European Delivery
Program against defects in materials or
workmanship to the first retail purchaser, and
each subsequent purchaser.
Warranty Period
The warranty period is 48 months or 50,000
miles, whichever occurs first.
Warranty Begins
This warranty begins on the date of
first retail sale, or the date the vehicle
is first placed in service as a demon-
strator or company vehicle, whichever
is earlier.
Warranty Coverage
To obtain service under this warranty, the
vehicle must be brought, upon discovery of a
defect in material or workmanship, to the
workshop of any authorized BMW center,
during normal business hours. The BMW
center will, without charge for parts or labor,
either repair or replace the defective part(s)
using new or authorized remanufactured
parts. The decision to repair or replace said
part(s) is solely the prerogative of BMW NA.
Parts for which replacements are made
become the property of BMW NA.
In all cases, a reasonable time must be
allowed for warranty repairs to be completed
after the vehicle is received by the BMW
center.
Safety Belt Warranty - Kansas
Safety belts are covered under the BMW New
Vehicle Limited Warranty for defects inmaterial or workmanship for a period of 10
years, unlimited mileage from the date of
purchase. In order to be eligible for this
coverage, the vehicle must be a new car
retailed in the State of Kansas and the repair
performed by an authorized BMW center in
Kansas.
Towing/Other Owner Benefits
A 24-hour Roadside Assistance Program is
available to every BMW owner during the
new vehicle warranty period.
Roadside assistance and other owner
benefits are available by calling:
1-800-332-4269
For additional details on towing and other
owner benefits please refer to the BMW
Roadside Assistance section of this State-
ment (page 24).
Other Items
Wheel alignment, balancing and wiper blade
inserts are covered up to 2,000 miles.
Items which are subject to wear and tear
or deterioration due to driving habits or
conditions, such as brake pads/linings,
brake discs, clutch disc, pressure plate,
filters, upholstery, trim and chrome items,
paint finish, drive belts, glass, and similar
items, are specifically limited to defects in
material or workmanship.
This warranty does not apply to the
following:
Damage which results from negligence,
improper operation of the vehicle, improper
repair, lack of or improper maintenance,
environmental influences, flood, accident or
fire damage, road salt corrosion, or use of
improper or contaminated fuel.
Maintenance services and parts when
replaced during maintenance such as spark
plugs, lubricants, fluids, engine tuneup parts,
replacement of filters, coolant, and refrigerant.
New Vehicle Limited Warranty -
2004 M3 (Valid only in the U.S.A.
and Puerto Rico)
