2005 BMW 325I SEDAN check oil

Everything under control
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Settings and information
Operating principle
1Button for:
>Selecting display
>Setting values
2Button for:
>Confirming selected display or set val-
ues
>Calling up computer information65
3When the lights are switched on: instrument
lighting brightness87
4Calling up Check Control735Checking oil level181
6Setting the time71
7Date setting72
8Viewing service requirement display69
Exiting displays
The outside-temperature reading and the time
reappear when you press button2 or if you
make no entries within approx. 15 seconds. If
required, complete the current setting first.
Units of measure
You can set units of measure. The settings are
stored for the remote control currently in use,
refer also to Personal Profile on page29.
>Fuel consumption: mpg US, mpg UK,
l/100 km, km/l
>Distance covered: mls, km
>Units of pressure
*: psi, kPa, bar>Temperature: 7, 6
Changing units of measure
iDrive concept, refer to page16.
1.Open the start menu.
2.Press the controller to open the menu.
3.Select "Display settings" and press the
controller.
4.Select "Units" and press the controller.

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Possible displays
1Button for selecting functions
2 Viewing service requirements
3 Checking engine oil level
*
4Exhaust emissions test*
5Roadworthiness test*
6Microfilter
7 Spark plugs
8 Brakes, front
9 Brakes, rear
10 Brake fluid
Additional information
You can have further information on the scope
of maintenance displayed on the Control Dis-
play, refer to page 16.
1. Open the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu.
3. Select "Service" and press the controller.
4. Select "Service requirements" and press
the controller. 5.
Select "Status" and press the controller.
A list of selected maintena nce operations and, if
applicable, inspections re quired by law is dis-
played.
You can request more detailed information on
every entry.

Mobility
181Reference
At a glance
Controls
Driving tips
Communications
Navigation
Entertainment
Engine compartment
1Expansion tank for coolant, refer to
page183
2Vehicle Identification Number
3Washer fluid reservoir for headlamp clean-
ing system and windshield washer system,
refer to page554Jump-starting connection, refer to
page194
5Filler neck for engine oil, refer to Adding
engine oil
6Reservoir for brake fluid, under the cover of
the microfilter
Engine oil
The engine oil consumption is dependent on
driving style and driving conditions.
Checking oil level
Your car is equipped with an electronic oil-level
monitor.
For a precise measurement and display of the
oil level, it is necessary that the engine be at
operating temperature, e.g. after uninterrupted
driving for at least approx. 6.5 miles/10 km. You
can have the oil level displayed while you are
driving, or while the vehicle is at a standstill on a
level surface and the engine is running.
Display in the instrument cluster
1.Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator
stalk repeatedly up or down until the appro-
priate symbol is shown in the display,
accompanied by the word "OIL".
2.Press button 2 in the turn indicator stalk.
The oil level is checked and the reading dis-
played.

Under the hood
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Possible displays
1Oil level OK
2Oil level is being checked.
This can take about 3 minutes if the car is at
a standstill on a level surface, or about
5 minutes while the car is on the move.
3Oil level down to minimum:
Add 1.1 US quarts/1 liter of engine oil as
soon as possible, refer also to Adding
engine oil.
4Oil level is too high.
Too much oil will harm the engine.
Have the vehicle checked without
delay.<
5The oil level sensor is defective.
Do not add engine oil. You can continue
your journey. Note the newly calculated dis-
tance remaining to the next oil service, refer
to page185. Have the system checked as
soon as possible.
Display via iDrive
iDrive concept, refer to page16.
1.Press the button.
This opens the start menu.
2.Press the controller to open the menu.3.Select "Service" and press the controller.
4.Select "Service requirements" and press
the controller.
5.Select "Engine oil level" and press the con-
troller. The oil level is displayed.
In order to exit from the display immediately:
Select and press the controller.
Possible messages
>"Engine oil level O.K."
>"No measured value available: Updating
engine oil level measurement..."
The engine oil level is measured. This can
take about 3 minutes if the car is at a stand-
still on a level surface and the engine is run-
ning, and about 5 minutes while the car is on
the move.
>"Oil level at the minimum! Refill with 1 quart
engine oil"
Add engine oil as soon as possible, but no
more than 1.1 US quarts/1 liter, refer also to
Adding engine oil below.
>"Engine oil level too high"
Too much oil will harm the engine.
Have the vehicle checked without
delay.<

Mobility
183Reference
At a glance
Controls
Driving tips
Communications
Navigation
Entertainment
>"Please observe recalculated service inter-
val for engine oil"
Do not add engine oil. You can continue
your journey. Note the newly calculated dis-
tance remaining to the next oil service, refer
to page185. Have the system checked as
soon as possible.
Adding engine oil
Do not add the maximum amount of
1.1 US quarts/1 liter of engine oil until a corre-
sponding message is shown on the Control Dis-
play.
Add oil within the next 125 miles/200 km,
otherwise the engine could be dam-
aged.<
Keep oils, greases, etc. out of the reach of
children and comply with the warnings on
the containers. Otherwise, health hazards may
result.<
Oil change
Have oil changed only at y our B MW c ente r o r a t
a workshop that works according to BMW
repair procedures with correspondingly trained
personnel.
Specified engine oils
The quality of the engine oil selected has critical
significance for the operation and service life of
an engine. BMW continuously approves spe-
cific oils after confirming their suitability for use
in its vehicles with extensive testing.
Use only approved BMW High Performance
Synthetic Oil.
If you are unable to obtain BMW High Perfor-
mance Synthetic Oil, you can add small amounts of another synthetic oil between oil
changes. Use only oils with the API SH specifi-
cation or higher.
Ask your BMW center for details concern-
ing 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 information.
Viscosity ratings
Viscosity 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.<
Coolant is a mixture of water and an additive.
Not all commercially available additives are suit-
able for your BMW. Ask your BMW center for
suitable additives.
Only use suitable additives, as otherwise
engine damage may result. The additives
are hazardous to your health.<
Comply with the appropriate environ-
mental protection regulations when dis-
posing of coolant additives.<
Checking coolant level
1.The engine must be at ambient tempera-
ture.
2.Turn the cap of the expansion tank counter-
clockwise to allow any accumulated pres-
sure to escape, then continue turning to
open.

Mobility
185Reference
At a glance
Controls
Driving tips
Communications
Navigation
Entertainment
Maintenance
The BMW Maintenance
System
The BMW Maintenance System supports the
preservation of the traffic and operating safety
of your BMW. 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
objective is to optimize efforts with respect to
minimal vehicle maintenance costs.
If and when you come to sell your BMW, a com-
prehensive record of servicing will prove a sig-
nificant benefit.
CBS Condition Based Service
Sensors and special algorithms take the differ-
ent driving conditions of your BMW into
account. Condition Based Service uses this to
determine the current and future service
requirements. By letting you define a service
and maintenance regimen that reflects your
own individual requirements, the system builds
the basis for trouble-free driving.
On the Control Display, you can have the
remaining times or distances for selected main-
tenance tasks and any legally prescribed dates
displayed, refer to page69:
>Engine oil
>Brakes: separately for front and rear
>Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter
>Brake fluid
>Spark plugs>Vehicle check
>Legally mandated inspections depending
on local regulations
Service data in the remote control
Your vehicle continuously stores service-
requirement information in the remote control
while you are driving. Your BMW Service Advi-
sor can read out this data from the remote con-
trol unit, and propose an optimized mainte-
nance approach. Whenever you take your car in
for servicing you should therefore hand your
BMW Service Advisor the remote control unit
that you last used.
Make sure that the date is always set cor-
rectly, refer to page72; otherwise the
effectiveness of Condition Based Service CBS
is not assured.<
Service and Warranty Information
Booklet for US models and Warranty
and Service Guide Booklet for
Canadian models
Please consult your Service and Warranty Infor-
mation Booklet for US models and Warranty
and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models
for additional information on service require-
ments.
BMW recommends that you have service
and repair operations performed at your
BMW center.
Take the time to ensure that these service pro-
cedures are confirmed by entries in your vehi-
cle's Service and Warranty Information Booklet
for US models and Warranty and Service Guide
Booklet for Canadian models. These entries
verify that your vehicle has received the speci-
fied regular maintenance.<

Everything from A - Z
210 Display lighting, refer to
Instrument lighting87
"Display off"21
Displays, refer to Instrument
cluster12
Displays and controls10
"Display settings"72
Disposal
– of coolant183
– vehicle battery191
Distance control, refer to
Active cruise control57
Distance remaining to service,
refer to Service
requirements69
"Distance to dest."66
Distance warning, refer to
PDC Park Distance
Control77
Door key, refer to Integrated
key/remote control28
Door lock31
Door locking, confirmation
signals31
"Door locks"30
Doors, emergency
operation31
DOT Quality Grades176
Draft-free ventilation92
Drinks holders, refer to Cup
holders98
Drive-off assistant80
Driving lamps, refer to Parking
lamps/low beams85
Driving notes106
Driving route, refer to
Displaying route126
Driving stability control
systems78
Driving through water107
Driving tips, refer to Driving
notes106
Dry air, refer to Cooling
function92
DSC Dynamic Stability
Control78
– indicator lamps79DTC Dynamic Traction
Control79
– indicator lamps79
DVD for navigation114
Dynamic Stability Control
DSC
– indicator lamps79
Dynamic Traction Control
DTC
– indicator lamps79
E
EBV Electronic brake-force
distribution78
Eject button, refer to Buttons
on the CD player134
Electrical malfunction
– door lock31
– fuel filler door168
– glass sunroof37
Electric seat adjustment39
Electronic brake-force
distribution78
Electronic oil level check181
Emergency call193
Emergency operation, refer to
Manual operation
– door lock31
– fuel filler door168
– glass sunroof37
– transmission lock, automatic
transmission53
Emergency release of luggage
compartment lid from
luggage compartment's
interior33
Emergency services, refer to
Roadside Assistance193
Emissions test, refer to
Service requirements69
"Enable services"161
"End call"154
Energy-conscious driving,
refer to Energy Control64
Energy Control64Engine
– breaking in106
– data200
– speed200
– starting49
– switching off50
Engine compartment181
Engine coolant, refer to
Coolant183
Engine oil
– adding183
– BMW Maintenance
System185
– checking level181
– intervals between changes,
refer to Service
requirements69
"Engine oil level"182
Engine output, refer to Engine
data200
Engine speed200
Engine starting, refer to
Starting the engine49
"Enter address"116
Entering destination116
Entering the address115
Entering the intersection117
"Entertainment"134
"Entertainment settings"135
Entry map for destination118
"Equalizer", refer to Tone
control136
Error messages, refer to
Check Control73
"ESN"142
ESP Electronic Stability
Program, refer to DSC
Dynamic Stability
Control78
Event data recorders186
Exhaust system, refer to Hot
exhaust system106
Exterior mirrors43
– adjusting43
– automatic dimming
feature107
– automatic heating44
External audio device97,149

Reference 211
At a glance
Controls
Driving tips
Communications
Navigation
Entertainment
Mobility
Eyes
– for tow-starting and towing
away195
– for tying down loads109
F
Fader, tone control135
Failure messages, refer to
Check Control73
Failure of an electrical
consumer192
False alarm, refer to Avoiding
unintentional alarms35
Fastening safety belts, refer to
Safety belts43
Fastest route for
navigation123
Fast forward
– CD changer147
– CD player147
"Fast route" in navigation123
Filter
– refer to Microfilter/activated-
charcoal filter for automatic
climate control92
First-aid kit193
Fixture for remote control,
refer to Ignition lock49
Flashlight, refer to
Rechargeable flashlight96
Flash when locking/
unlocking31
Flat
– Run-Flat Tires178
Flat Tire Monitor
– snow chains179
Flat Tire Monitor FTM80
– indicating a flat tire81
– initializing the system80
– malfunction81
– system limits80
Flat tires, refer to Tire
condition177
"FM", waveband134,138
FM, waveband138
Fog lamps87
– indicator lamp13,87Footbrake, refer to Braking
safely107
Footwell lamps87
Front airbags82
Front seat adjustment39
"FTM"81
FTM, refer to Flat Tire
Monitor80
Fuel168
– display65
– high-quality brands168
– quality168
– specifications168
– tank capacity201
Fuel clock, refer to Fuel
gauge65
Fuel consumption, refer to
Average fuel
consumption66
Fuel display, refer to Fuel
gauge65
Fuel filler door168
– releasing in the event of
electrical malfunction168
Fuses192
G
Garage door opener, refer to
Integrated universal remote
control93
Gasoline, refer to Required
fuel168
Gasoline display, refer to Fuel
gauge65
Gasoline engine, checking oil
level181
Gear indicator, for automatic
transmission51
Gearshift lever
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic52
– manual transmission51
Gearshifts
– with automatic
transmission52
– with manual transmission51
General driving notes106Glass sunroof, electric36
– anti-trapping mechanism37
– closing after electrical
malfunction37
– convenient operation30,31
– opening, closing36
– raising36
– remote control30
Glove compartment96
– rechargeable flashlight96
GPS navigation, refer to
Navigation system114
Grills89
Gross vehicle weight, refer to
Weights201
H
Halogen lamps
– replacing bulbs188
Handbrake51
– indicator lamp51
Hand lamp, refer to
Rechargeable flashlight96
Hands-free system14,152
Hazard warning flashers14
Head airbags82
Headlamp control,
automatic85
Headlamp cover188
Headlamp flasher53
– indicator lamp11,13
Headlamps
– care, refer to Caring for your
vehicle brochure
– replacing bulbs188
Head restraints40
– sitting safely38
Heated
– mirrors44
– rear window92
– seats41
Heating
– mirrors44
– seats41
Heating while at a standstill,
refer to Using residual
heat91