Standard operations
Maintenance work
•Brief diagnostic test
•Verify Check Control messages
•Check indicator and warning lights
•Reset CBS display
Engine oil
Maintenance work
•Change the engine oil and oil filter. We recom-
mend BMW High Performance 5W-30 Syn-
thetic Oil P/N 07 51 0 017 866.
•After every 3rd engine oil change: Intake air
cleaner: replace air filter element (reduce
replacement interval in dusty operating
conditions).
•Parking brake: check function
Microfilter
Maintenance work
•Automatic air conditioning: Replace microfilter
Front brake
Maintenance work
•Replace brake pads, clean brake pad contact
points in calipers.
•Brake discs: Check surface and thickness, if
necessary replace at extra charge*
Rear brake
Maintenance work
•Replace brake pads, clean brake pad contact
points in calipers.
•Brake discs: Check surface and thickness, if
necessary replace at extra charge*
•Parking brake: Check condition, brake lining
thickness and function, if necessary replace at
extra charge*.
*Unless covered by Maintenance Program
Vehicle Check
Maintenance work
•Check operation of horn, headlight flasher and
hazard warning flashers.
•Check instrument and control lighting and
heater/air-conditioning blower.
•Check lighting system: turn signals, back-up,
license plate, interior (incl. map, reading lights),
glovebox, flashlight, luggage area lights.
•Safety belts: check condition and function.
•Check windshield wiper and washer jet
positions.
•Body: check for corrosion (except cavities).
•Tires: check tread depth, wear pattern, outer
condition, inflation pressure (also spare tire). If
necessary, correct pressure (also spare)
•Battery: check state of charge (magic eye) and
charge if required.
•Power steering reservoir: Check fluid level.
•Visually inspect all SRS airbag units for torn
covers, obvious damage or attachment of
stickers.
•Rear-view mirrors
•Coolant: check fluid level and concentration.
•Windshield washer and intensive cleaning sys-
tem: check protection level, fluid level, top if
necessary.
•Brake system connections and lines: check for
leaks, damage and correct positioning
•Underbody, incl. all visible parts (i.e. transmis-
sion, rear axle, fuel lines, exhaust system),
check for damage, leaks and corrosion
•Steering components: check for clearance,
leaks, damage and wear
•Final Inspection: Road test with check of
–Brakes
– Steering
– Shock absorbers (visual)
– Gearbox
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For your convenience a decal which shows the
same information as the Roadside Assistance
card, has been affixed to the tool kit cover on the
trunk lid.
In a few weeks you will receive a permanent
Roadside Assistance card by mail. Your date of
purchase and vehicle identification number (VIN)
are embossed on the card.
This card should be carried by the driver of your
BMW.
Calling For Assistance
The toll-free BMW Roadside Assistance number
(1 800 332-4269) is answered by a BMW Road-
side Assistance service representative. In order
for you to receive quick and reliable services, it is
essential that you provide detailed and accurate
information to the service representative.
Be prepared to give:
1. Your name and address.
2. Your complete Vehicle Identification Number
(found on your vehicle registration, your per-
manent Roadside Assistance card or on the
bottom drivers side of your windshield).
3. Model description of your vehicle.
4. Date of purchase.
5. License plate number of your vehicle.
6. Vehicle location (including nearby cross-
roads/intersections, highway mile markers,
street numbers, landmarks, etc.).
7. Location you are calling from (including a
telephone number where you can be
reached). If you are calling from a public
phone wait there for the return call. Do not
leave this location without informing the
Roadside Assistance service representative.
8. A description of your vehicles problem. Spe-
cific and accurate information will enable the
Roadside Assistance service representative
to provide the proper help.
Emergency Valet Service.Should there be a
need beyond BMW Roadside Assistance, Emer-gency Valet will provide a personal assistant who
will help in every way to get you to your final des-
tination. Emergency Valet will help you locate a
rental car or taxi agency, hotel or even help pro-
cure airline reservations. In the event of an emer-
gency, this service will assist you in getting
information out to the proper party whether it is
business or personal. If we are unable to contact
one of your party, the message relay service will
document the information, and will make reason-
able efforts to deliver the message to the mes-
sage recipient.
Personal Trip Routing.Leave the planning to
us. Simply give one of our Roadside Assistance
service representatives a call, and well provide
you with detailed, easy to read, computerized trip
itinerary and companion map package. Please
allow up to two weeks to process your request.
Services
From the information you provide, the BMW
Roadside Assistance service representative will
determine the type of help required.
Dispatch Service
A service provider will be dispatched to the site
of your disabled vehicle.
On-Site Assistance
On-site service for vehicle disablements such as
flat tires, dead batteries, and out of fuel condi-
tions is provided up to a maximum of $100.00
per incident by BMW Roadside Assistance.
The cost for parts and fuel, when used on-site,
are the responsibility of the owner/driver. The
New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not cover any
of the above on-site services.
Lock-Out
Your BMW is equipped with an advanced entry
system, which cannot be bypassed by traditional
locksmith methods without significant damage to
your vehicle. BMW encourages you to always
carry your spare wallet key separately from your
other keys. However, in the event that you find
yourself locked out, a simple telephone call to
Roadside Assistance will help you get back on
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