2006 BMW 325XI TOURING coolant temperature

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Everything under control
Odometer, outside
temperature display, clock
1Resetting trip odometer
2Outside temperature display and clock
3Odometer and trip odometer
Units of measure
To select the respective units of measure, miles
or km for the odometer as well as 7 or 6 for
the outside temperature, refer to page60.
Outside temperature display, clock
Setting the time, refer to page62.
Outside temperature warning
When the displayed temperature sinks to
approx. +377/+36, a signal sounds and a
warning lamp lights up. There is an increased
risk of black ice.
Black ice can also form at temperatures
above +377/+36. You should there-
fore drive carefully on bridges and shaded
roads, for example, otherwise there is an
increased risk of an accident.<
Odometer and trip odometer
Resetting trip odometer:
With the ignition switched on, press button1 in
the instrument cluster.
When the vehicle is parked
If you still want to view the time, outside tem-
perature and odometer reading briefly after the
remote control has been removed from the igni-
tion lock:
Press button 1 in the instrument cluster.
Tachometer
Never force the engine speed up into the red
warning field, see arrow. In this range, the fuel
supply is interrupted to protect the engine.
Coolant temperature
A warning lamp will come on if the coolant, and
therefore the engine, becomes too hot.
Check coolant level, refer to page115.

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Important parts of the engine compartment
1Expansion tank for coolant, refer to
page115
2Washer fluid reservoir for headlamp clean-
ing system and window washer system,
refer to page483Jump-starting connection, refer to
page126
4Filler neck for engine oil, refer to Adding
engine oil
5Reservoir 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.
You can have the oil level reading displayed in
the instrument cluster.1.Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator
stalk up or down repeatedly 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.

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If BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil is not
available, you can add small quantities of other
synthetic oils in between oil changes. Only use
oils with the API SH specification or higher.
Your BMW Center will be glad to answer
any questions regarding BMW High Per-
formance Synthetic Oil or approved synthetic
oils.<
You can also call BMW of North America at
1-800-831-1117 or visit the website
www.bmwusa.com to obtain this information.
Viscosity ratings
Viscosity is a measure of an oil's flow rating and
is categorized in SAE classes.
Selecting the appropriate SAE class depends
on the regional climatic conditions in which you
normally drive your BMW.
Approved oils belong to the 5W-40 and
5W-30 classes.<
These oils can be used for driving at all outside
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, 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 a little
counterclockwise to allow any accumulated pressure to escape, then continue turning
to open.
3.The coolant level is correct if it is between
the maximum and minimum marks in the
filler neck, refer also to the diagram next to
the filler neck.
4.If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to
the specified level; do not overfill.
5.Turn the cap until there is an audible click.
6.Have the reason for the coolant loss elimi-
nated as soon as possible.
Brake system
Malfunctions
Brake fluid
The warning lamps light up in red
even though the handbrake has been
released. Stop immediately.
The brake fluid in the reservoir has fallen to
below the minimum level. At the same time, a
considerably longer brake pedal travel may be
noticeable. Have the system checked without
delay.
Display of this malfunction on Cana-
dian models.
If you continue to drive the car, you may
have to depress the brake more and brak-
ing distances may be significantly longer.
Please adapt your driving style accordingly.<

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146
Everything from A to Z
Index
A
ABS Antilock Brake
System66
ACC, refer to Active cruise
control50
Accessories, refer to The
individual vehicle5
Activated-charcoal filter for
automatic climate control83
Active cruise control50
– indicator lamps53
– malfunction54
– selecting distance52
– sensor54
Active steering70
– warning lamp71
Adapter for spare key18
Adaptive Head Light75
Additives
– coolant115
Adjusting temperature inside
the car, refer to Air
conditioner79
Adjusting temperature inside
the car, refer to Automatic
climate control81
Airbags71
– sitting safely31
– warning lamp73
Air conditioner78
Air conditioning mode
– air conditioner79
– automatic climate control81
– ventilation80,83
Air distribution
– automatic82
– individual79
– manual79
Air flow rate79,82
Airing, refer to
Ventilation80,83Air outlets, refer to Air
vents78
Air pressure, tires106
Air recirculation, refer to
Recirculated-air
mode79,82
Air supply
– air conditioner79
– automatic climate control81
– ventilation80,83
Air vents78
AKI, refer to Fuel
specifications105
Alarm system25
– avoiding unintentional
alarms25
– interior motion sensor25
– switching off an alarm25
– tilt alarm sensor25
All-season tires, refer to
Winter tires111
Ambient air, refer to
Recirculated-air
mode79,82
Antifreeze
– coolant115
– washer fluid48
Anti-theft alarm system, refer
to Alarm system25
Anti-theft system19
Anti-trapping mechanism
– windows28
Approved axle loads, refer to
Weights144
Approved gross vehicle
weight, refer to Weights144
Armrest, refer to Center
armrest87
Ashtray
– front88
– rear89Assistance systems, refer to
Dynamic Stability Control
DSC66
AUC Automatic recirculated-
air control82
Audio device, external87
Automatic
– air distribution82
– air flow rate82
– cruise control48,50
– headlamp control74
Automatic climate control78
– automatic air distribution82
Automatic curb monitor37
Automatic recirculated-air
control AUC82
Automatic transmission with
Steptronic44
– interlock44,45
– overriding selector lever
lock46
– shiftlock45
– sport program45
AUTO program for automatic
climate control82
AUX-IN
– port87
Average fuel consumption58
– setting the units60
Average speed58
Avoiding unintentional
alarms25
Axle loads, refer to
Weights144
B
Backrests, refer to Seats31
Backrest width adjustment33
Back seats
– refer to Rear seats
Backup lamps
– replacing bulbs122

Everything from A to Z
148 Center brake lamp
– replacing bulbs123
Center console, refer to
Around the center
console14
Central locking
– from inside22
– from outside19
Central locking system19
– convenient access26
Changing bulbs119
Changing wheels123
Chassis number, refer to
Engine compartment113
Check Control63
Check Gas Cap104
Checking the air pressure,
refer to Tire inflation
pressure106
Child-restraint fixing system
LATCH40
Child-restraint systems39
Child-safety lock41
Child seats39
Chrome parts, care, refer to
Caring for your vehicle
brochure
Cigarette lighter89
– socket89
Cleaning, refer to Caring for
your vehicle brochure
Cleaning headlamps48
– washer fluid48
Clock57
– 12h/24h mode60
– setting time62
Closing
– from inside22
– from outside20
Clothes hooks88
Cockpit10
Cold start, refer to Starting the
engine43
Combined instrument, refer to
Instrument cluster12
Comfort Access, refer to
Convenient access26
Comfort area, refer to Around
the center console14Compartment for remote
control, refer to Ignition
lock42
Compass85
Computer58
Condensation, refer to When
the vehicle is parked98
Configuring settings, refer to
Personal Profile19
Confirmation signals for
locking/unlocking of the
vehicle21
Connecting vacuum cleaner,
refer to Connecting
electrical appliances
89
Consumption display
– average consumption58
Consumption indicator
– Energy Control58
Control Display
– settings59
Controls and displays10
Convenience operation
– windows20
Convenience start, refer to
Starting the engine43
Convenient access26
– replacing the battery27
– what to observe before
entering a car wash27
Convenient operation
– windows with convenient
access26
– with convenient access26
Coolant115
– adding115
– checking level115
Coolant temperature57
Cooling, maximum81
Cooling fluid, refer to
Coolant115
Cornering lamps, refer to
Adaptive Head Light75
Courtesy lamps77
Cruise control48
– active50
– malfunction50
Cruising range58
Cup holders88Curb weight, refer to
Weights144
Current consumption, refer to
Energy Control58
D
Dashboard, refer to
Cockpit10
Dashboard, refer to
Instrument cluster12
Dashboard lighting, refer to
Instrument lighting76
Data142
– capacities145
– dimensions143
– engine142
– weights144
Date
– setting63
Daytime driving lamps75
DBC Dynamic Brake
Control66
DCC, refer to Cruise
control48
Deactivating front passenger
airbags72
Deadlocking, refer to
Locking20
Decommissioning the vehicle
– refer to Caring for your
vehicle brochure
Defect
– door lock22
– fuel filler door104
– panorama glass roof30
Defogging windows80,83
Defrosting windows80,83
Defrosting windows and
removing condensation
– air conditioner80
– automatic climate control83
Defrosting windshield, refer to
Defrosting windows80,83
Defrost position, refer to
Defrosting windows80,83
Digital clock57
Digital compass85
Dimensions143

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Directional indicators, refer to
Turn signals46
Displacement, refer to Engine
data142
Display lighting, refer to
Instrument lighting76
Displays
– instrument cluster12
Displays and controls10
Disposal
– coolant115
– remote control battery27
– vehicle battery123
Distance control, refer to
Active cruise control50
Distance remaining to service,
refer to Service
requirements61
Distance warning, refer to
PDC Park Distance
Control65
Door key, refer to Integrated
key/remote control18
Door lock22
Door locking, confirmation
signals21
Doors, emergency
operation22
DOT Quality Grades108
Draft-free ventilation80,83
Drinks holders, refer to Cup
holders88
Drive-off assistant69
Driving lamps, refer to Parking
lamps/low beams74
Driving notes96
Driving stability control
systems66
Driving through water97
Driving tips, refer to Driving
notes96
Dry air, refer to Cooling
function83
DSC Dynamic Stability
Control66
DTC Dynamic Traction
Control66
– indicator lamps66Dynamic Traction Control
DTC
– indicator lamps67
E
EBV Electronic brake-force
distribution66
Electrical malfunction
– door lock22
– fuel filler door104
– glass sunroof30
– panorama glass roof30
Electric seat adjustment32
Electronic brake-force
distribution66
Electronic oil level check113
Emergency call125
Emergency operation, refer to
Closing manually
– glass sunroof30
– panorama glass roof30
Emergency operation, refer to
Manual operation
– door lock22
– fuel filler door104
– transmission lock, automatic
transmission46
Emergency services, refer to
Roadside Assistance125
Emissions test, refer to
Service requirements61
Energy-conscious driving,
refer to Energy Control58
Energy Control58
Engine
– breaking in96
– data142
– overheated, refer to Coolant
temperature57
– speed142
– starting43
– starting, convenient
access26
– switching off43
Engine compartment113
Engine coolant, refer to
Coolant115Engine oil
– adding114
– BMW Maintenance
System117
– checking level113
– intervals between changes,
refer to Service
requirements61
Engine output, refer to Engine
data142
Engine speed142
Engine starting, refer to
Starting the engine43
Environmentally friendly
driving, refer to Energy
Control58
Error messages, refer to
Check Control63
ESP Electronic Stability
Program, refer to DSC
Dynamic Stability
Control66
Event data recorders118
Exhaust system, refer to Hot
exhaust system
96
Expanding the cargo area90
Exterior mirrors36
– adjusting36
– automatic dimming
feature97
– automatic heating37
External audio device87
Eyes
– for tow-starting and towing
away127
– for tying down loads99
F
Failure messages, refer to
Check Control63
Failure of an electrical
consumer124
False alarm, refer to Avoiding
unintentional alarms25
Fastening safety belts, refer to
Safety belts36

Everything from A to Z
152 Manual operation
– door lock22
– glass sunroof30
– panorama glass roof30
– tailgate24
– transmission lock, automatic
transmission46
Manual release
– fuel filler door104
Manual transmission44
Master key, refer to Integrated
key/remote control18
Maximum cooling81
Maximum speed
– with winter tires111
Memory, refer to Seat and
mirror memory34
Microfilter
– BMW Maintenance
System117
– for air conditioner80
– for automatic climate
control83
Microfilter/activated-charcoal
filter
– BMW Maintenance
System117
Microphone for telephone14
Mirror dimming feature97
Mirrors36
– automatic curb monitor37
– exterior mirrors36
– heating37
– interior rearview mirror37
Mobile phone
– installation location, refer to
Center armrest87
– refer to separate Owner's
Manual
Mobile phone, installation
location, refer to Center
armrest87
Mobile phone, refer to the
separate Owner's Manual
Mobile phone in the vehicle96
Mobile phones, use inside the
car, refer to Mobile phone in
the vehicle96Modifications, technical, refer
to For your own safety5
Monitoring system for tire
pressures, refer to Flat Tire
Monitor69
Multifunctional steering
wheel, refer to Buttons on
the steering wheel11
Multifunction switch
– refer to Turn signals/
headlamp flasher46
– refer to Wiper system47
N
Neck support, refer to Head
restraints33
Nets, refer to Storage
compartments88
New tires110
Nose weight144
Nozzles, refer to Windshield
washer nozzles48
Number of cylinders, refer to
Engine data142
O
OBD socket118
OBD socket, refer to Socket
for On-Board Diagnosis118
Octane ratings, refer to Fuel
specifications105
Odometer57
Oil
– capacity145
Oil, refer to Engine oil113
Oil consumption113
Oil level113
Old batteries, refer to
Disposal123
Onboard tool kit119
Opening and closing
– convenient access26
– from inside22
– from outside20
– using the door lock22
– via the remote control20Opening and unlocking
– from the inside23
Outlets
– refer to Ventilation80,83
Outlets, refer to Air vents78
Output, refer to Engine
data142
Outside-air mode
– automatic climate control82
Outside-temperature
display57
– changing units of
measure60
– in computer60
Overheated engine, refer to
Coolant temperature57
Overriding selector lever
lock46
P
Panorama glass roof28
– closing after electrical
malfunction30
– convenient operation20
– opening, closing29
– raising29
– remote control20
Parking
– vehicle43
Parking aid, refer to PDC Park
Distance Control65
Parking brake, refer to
Handbrake44
Parking lamps/low beams74
– replacing bulbs121
Parts and accessories, refer to
The individual vehicle5
Passenger-side mirror tilt
function37
Pathway lighting74
PDC Park Distance Control65
Personal Profile19
Placing a call, refer to
telephone owner's manual

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Tank contents, refer to
Capacities145
Technical data142
Technical modifications5
Telephone
– installation location, refer to
Center armrest87
– refer to separate Owner's
Manual
Temperature adjustments
– air conditioner79
– automatic climate control81
Temperature display
– ice warning57
– outside temperature57
– setting the units60
Temperature of the coolant,
refer to Coolant
temperature57
Tensioning straps, refer to
Securing cargo99
The individual vehicle5
Thigh support33
Third brake lamp, refer to
Center brake lamp123
Tilt alarm sensor25
Tilt function, passenger-side
mirror37
Tire inflation pressures106
Tire pressure
– loss70
Tire pressure monitoring,
refer to Flat Tire Monitor69
Tire puncture, refer to Flat Tire
Monitor70
Tire Quality Grading108Tires
– age108,110
– breaking in96
– changing, refer to Changing
wheels123
– condition109
– damage109
– inflation pressure106
– minimum tread depth109
– new tires110
– pressure monitoring, refer to
Flat Tire Monitor69
– puncture70
– Run-Flat Tires110
– size108
– wear indicators, refer to
Minimum tread depth109
– winter tires111
Tools, refer to Onboard tool
kit119
Torque142
Tow bar128
Tow fitting
– screw thread127
Tow fittings127
Tow fittings for tow-starting
and towing away127
Towing127
– methods128
Towing away
– car with automatic
transmission127
Tow rope128
Tow-starting127
– sequential manual gearbox
SMG128
Track width, refer to
Dimensions143
Traction-assist feature, refer
to DSC66
Traction control, refer to DSC
Dynamic Stability
Control66
Trailer towing
– towing loads and gross
weight144Transmission
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic44
– manual transmission44
– overriding selector lever lock
for automatic transmission
with Steptronic46
Transporting children
safely39
Transport securing device,
refer to Securing cargo99
Tread depth, refer to Minimum
tire tread109
Trip-distance counter, refer to
Trip odometer57
Triple turn signal activation46
Trip odometer57
Trunk lamp, refer to Cargo
area lamp77
Trunk lid, refer to Tailgate23
Turning circle, refer to
Dimensions143
Turn signals46
– indicator lamp12
– replacing bulbs121
Tying down loads, refer to
Cargo loading99
U
Underbody protection, refer to
Caring for your vehicle
brochure
Uniform Tire Quality Grading/
UTQR108
Units
– average consumption60
– temperature60
Universal garage door opener,
refer to Integrated universal
remote control84
Universal remote control84
Unlatching, refer to
Unlocking26