2007 BMW M6 check engine

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The BMW Maintenance Program - 2007 M5 and M6......................... 1
Coverage ......................................................1
Maintenance Intervals..............................................1
Exclusions from coverage...........................................1
Maintenance Upgrade Option.........................................1
Maintenance Program.............................................. 2
The BMW Maintenance Program...................................... 2
Condition Based Service (CBS).......................................2
Service Interval Display............................................ 3
Info Display screen contents.........................................3
Control Display screen contents.......................................3
Red Sectors....................................................3
Yellow Sectors...................................................3
Green lamps....................................................3
1200 Mile Service................................................4
Quality Certification I...............................................5
Special Note....................................................5
Maintenance summary............................................. 5
Standard operations...............................................5
Engine oil......................................................5
Microfilter......................................................5
Frontbrake .....................................................5
Rearbrake......................................................5
Vehicle Check...................................................6
Vehicle Check...................................................6
Brake fluid......................................................6
Spark plugs.....................................................6
Evidence of maintenance work....................................... 7
Emission Control Maintenance Schedule............................... 15
BatteryCare .................................................... 15
Corrosion Protection............................................. 15
Restoring corrosion protection.......................................15
Underbody maintenance...........................................16
Body Inspection — M5............................................ 17
Body Inspection — M6............................................ 23
Customer Assistance Information.................................... 29
Customer Assistance - Notification ................................... 29
BBB Auto Line.................................................. 30
California Residents..............................................30
Special Programs................................................ 32

Maintenance Program
The BMW Maintenance Program has been
devised with the following objectives: to maxi-
mize vehicle safety, reliability, and resale value by
minimizing breakdowns resulting from wear, and
minimizing cost and inconvenience by comput-
ing maintenance intervals based upon the spe-
cific manner in which each individual vehicle is
driven.
Maintenance intervals on motor vehicles have
conventionally been specified based upon accu-
mulated mileage. However, driving conditions
have a major influence on routine maintenance
requirements; distance traveled is only one of the
significant factors. A vehicle driven for 50,000
miles of short trips in the city with numerous cold
starts, prolonged periods of idling, stop-and-go
driving, and high engine speeds during accelera-
tion requires more frequent maintenance inter-
vals than a vehicle driven for 50,000 miles for
long distances at low engine speeds primarily at
operating temperature.
The advanced technologies at BMW have led to
the development of the unique BMW Condition
Based Service (CBS) system which computes
the actual optimum maintenance requirements
based not only upon the accumulated mileage,
but taking into account important factors such as
high or low engine speeds, short or long trip driv-
ing, and condition of the engine oil and brake
pads.
The BMW Maintenance Program
Condition Based Service (CBS)
CBS is a further development of the Service
Interval Indicator System. Sensors and sophisti-
cated algorithms take even more detailed
account of the various conditions of vehicle use.
The remaining times for selected maintenance
tasks as well as any legally prescribed dates are
displayed to you individually:
Engine oil
Brakes - front and rear separately
Microfilter
Brake fluid
Spark plugs
Vehicle check
Required State Inspection(s)
CBS thus determines the current and future
maintenance requirements. This data can also be
read from the vehicle key by your BMW Service
Advisor and used to propose the optimum scope
of maintenance.
Have maintenance and repair work performed by
your BMW center. Make sure that the mainte-
nance work is stamped in this Service and War-
ranty Information Statement. These entries are
the evidence of regular maintenance of your vehi-
cle and a requirement for warranty claims.
Disconnecting the battery during periods of
long-term storage will interrupt the calcula-
tion of time-based services. Have all items
requiring time-based maintenance, such as
brake fluid and possibly also the engine oil
and microfilter, brought up to date by your
BMW center. Also see the section on bat-
tery care on page 15 of this statement.
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The performance of certain subsequent mainte-
nance elements, as required by the BMW New
Vehicle Limited Warranty, will be specified at
intervals computed by the BMW Service Interval
Indicator as follows:
– Oil Service: Engine oil should be changed with
the engine at operating temperature.Note:
Change oil at least once a year.
All 2007 model year M5 and M6 vehicles are fac-
tory-filled with Castrol TWS Motorsport SAE
10W-60 Synthetic Engine Oil (BMW part number
07 51 0 009 420). This is the only approved
engine oil at the time of printing of this book.
BMW is evaluating various synthetic oils for
inclusion in our list of recommended engine oils.
For the most current list of synthetic oils, please
contact your BMW center, or call BMW of North
America, LLC. at 1 800 831-1117. You can also
obtain this information from our website,
www.bmwusa.com/.
BMW recommends that you check your engine
oil level whenever you add fuel to your vehicle. If
you need to add oil between oil changes and are
unable to obtain BMW High Performance Syn-
thetic Oil, Mobil 1 or another special oil on the
list, use a synthetic oil with an API rating of SH or
higher.
The following maintenance elements must be
performed at the mileage/time stated (time inter-
vals begin from the vehicle’s production date):
– Brake Fluid Service: Change brake fluid every
two years, or when specified by CBS.
– Oxygen Sensor Service: The oxygen sensor
deteriorates strictly on a mileage basis and
must therefore be replaced every 120,000
miles to maximize vehicle fuel economy and
minimize exhaust pollution.
– Spark Plug Service: Replace at 37,000 miles, or
when specified by CBS.
– The engine coolant has a lifetime rating and
does not need to be changed.For your convenience, you may also wish to have
your BMW center perform any necessary opera-
tions to fulfill any state inspection requirements
in your area concurrent with the maintenance
elements specified above during other repairs.
Make sure that confirmation of maintenance
work is always entered in this Service and War-
ranty Information Booklet. You may need this for
any warranty claims that become necessary, and
later on as evidence that your car has been given
the correct and regular maintenance that justifies
its resale or trade-in value.
BMW has applied the most modern technologi-
cal advances not only to the design and produc-
tion of your vehicle, but also to computing of the
optimum maintenance interval for your type of
operations and driving style. Your BMW center
has made a substantial investment in unique
BMW special service tools to enable his BMW
factory trained service technicians to perform
quality repairs on your BMW in minimal time.
He/she looks forward to serving your every ser-
vice need and to help maximize your satisfaction
with your BMW, its longevity, and resale value.
1200 Mile Service
The engine in your BMW M5 and M6 is a race-
bred engine design which includes increased
power output and maximum engine speeds com-
pared to conventional BMW 5 and 6 Series
engines. The increased power output also affects
other major drivetrain components such as the
transmission and the rear axle differential. The
1200 Mile Service requires changing the oil in
the engine, as well as in the transmission and the
differential.
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Quality Certification I
For a detailed list of items inspected, refer to the
Quality Certification I form provided to the Owner
at time of delivery. A copy of the form is on file at
the selling BMW center.
Special Note
The maintenance requirements for your vehicle
are determined dynamically by the Condition
Based Service (CBS) system . The maintenance
items stated herein reflect the latest information
available at the time of the printing of this state-
ment, and are subject to change. The most cur-
rent maintenance recommendations are available
from your authorized BMW center.
Maintenance summary
The Condition Based Service (CBS) system will
determine the requirement for performance of
the maintenance services described on this and
the following page. These services may be
required either individually or in conjunction with
other maintenance services.
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. Use only
Castrol TWS Motorsport 10W-60 Synthetic Oil
P/N 07 51 0 009 420.
•At the 1st and then every 3rd oil change:
– Change the SMG gear oil, clean the oil filter
– Change the differential oil
•Parking brake: check function
Microfilter
Maintenance work
•Replace ventilation 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
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the decision, you will be free to pursue
further legal action. The arbitrator’s deci-
sion and any findings will be admissible in
a court action.
12. If you accept the arbitrator’s decision,
BMW will be bound by the decision, and
will comply with the decision within a rea-
sonable time not to exceed 30 days after
we receive notice of your acceptance of
the decision.
13. Please callBBBAUTO LINE at
1 800 955-5100 for further details about
the program.
IDAHO Residents IMPORTANT: IF THIS
VEHICLE IS DEFECTIVE, YOU MAY BE
ENTITLED UNDER THE STATE’S
LEMON LAW TO REPLACEMENT OF IT
OR A REFUND OF ITS PURCHASE
PRICE OR YOUR LEASE PAYMENTS.
HOWEVER, TO BE ENTITLED TO
REFUND OR REPLACEMENT, YOU
MUST FIRST NOTIFY THE MANUFAC-
TURER, ITS AGENT, OR ITS AUTHO-
RIZED DEALER OF THE PROBLEM IN
WRITING AND GIVE THEM AN OPPOR-
TUNITY TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. YOU
ALSO HAVE A RIGHT TO SUBMIT YOUR
CASE TO THE CONSUMER ARBITRA-
TION PROGRAM WHICH THE MANU-
FACTURER MUST OFFER IN THIS
STATE.
Special Programs
SOMETIMES BMW OF NORTH AMERICA
OFFERS A SPECIAL ADJUSTMENT PRO-
GRAM TO PAY ALL OR PART OF THE COST
OF CERTAIN REPAIRS BEYOND THE TERMS
OF THE WARRANTY. CHECK WITH YOUR
BMW CENTER TO DETERMINE WHETHER
ANY ADJUSTMENT PROGRAM IS APPLICA-
BLE TO YOUR MOTOR VEHICLE.
BMW Import Processing Centers
As a BMW owner, you will experience BMW qual-
ity first hand. Our dedication to excellence in
design, engineering, and service is among the
best in the world. And we invest heavily every
year in our people and facilities to ensure that our
quality standards are consistently applied from
the factory to the BMW center.
Each BMW is inspected after its manufacture.
Imperfections in the mechanical and electrical
systems or damage to the sheet metal, paint, trim
or other components of the vehicle that may
occur during transportation from the factory are
normally detected and corrected. Any defect in
material or workmanship that may occur during
the warranty period is covered under the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
BMW Roadside Assistance
The BMW Roadside Assistance Program
reflects BMW’s commitment to your com-
plete satisfaction with the BMW ownership
experience.
It is available for U.S. version BMWs in all 50
states, Canada, and Puerto Rico 24 hours a day,
365 days a year.
It is a valuable benefit provided to you at no addi-
tional cost. (Subject to certain limitations and
exclusions noted on page 35).
Owner’s Eligibility
You are covered if your vehicle is:
– A new BMW automobile, distributed by BMW
NA, and purchased at an authorized BMW cen-
ter, OR;
– A new BMW automobile, purchased under the
BMW NA European Delivery Plan, OR;
– A new, U.S. version, BMW automobile pur-
chased under the Diplomatic or Military Sales
programs, operated in any of the 50 states,
Canada and Puerto Rico.
Coverage is provided for the vehicle itself,
regardless of the driver.
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California Emission Control
Warranty Statement* Your
Warranty Rights and Obligations
The California Air Resources Board and BMW of
North America (BMW NA) are pleased to explain
the emission control system warranty on your
2007 vehicle. In California, new motor vehicles
must be designed, built and equipped to meet
the State’s stringent anti-smog standards. BMW
NA must warrant the emission control system on
your vehicle for the periods of time listed below
provided there has been no abuse, neglect or
improper maintenance of your vehicle.
Your emission control system may include parts
such as the fuel injection system, the ignition
system, catalytic converter, and engine com-
puter. Also included may be hoses, belts, con-
nectors and other emission-related assemblies.
Where a warrantable condition exists, BMW NA
will repair your vehicle at no cost to you including
diagnosis, parts and labor.
Manufacturer’s Warranty Coverage:
– For 3 years or 50,000 miles whichever occurs
first:
1. If your vehicle fails a Smog Check inspection,
all necessary repairs and adjustments will be
made by BMW NA to ensure that your vehicle
passes the inspection. This is your emission
control system PERFORMANCE
WARRANTY.
2. If any emission-related part on your vehicle is
defective, the part will be repaired or replaced
by BMW NA. This is your short-term emis-
sion control system DEFECTS WARRANTY.
For 7 years or 70,000 miles whichever occurs
first:
If an emission-related part specially noted on
page 47 as having coverage for 7 years or 70,000
miles is defective, the part will be repaired or
replaced by BMW NA. This is your long-term
emission control system DEFECTS WARRANTY.
Owner’s Warranty Responsibilities:
– As the vehicle owner, you are responsible for
the performance of the required maintenance
listed in your Owner’s Manual. BMW NA rec-
ommends that you retain all receipts covering
maintenance on your vehicle, but BMW NA
cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of
receipts or for your failure to ensure the perfor-
mance of all scheduled maintenance.
– You are responsible for presenting your vehicle
to an authorized BMW center as soon as a
problem exists. The warranty repairs should be
completed in a reasonable amount of time, not
to exceed 30 days.
– As the vehicle owner, you should also be aware
that BMW NA may deny your warranty cover-
age if your vehicle or part has failed due to
abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or unap-
proved modifications.
If you have any questions regarding your war-
ranty rights and responsibilities, you should
contact:
BMW of North America, LLC
Customer Relations and Services
Department
PO. Box 1227
Westwood, N.J. 07675-1227
Telephone: 1 800 831-1117
Website:
www.bmwusa.com
or the
California Air Resources Board
9528 Telstar Avenue
El Monte, CA 91731
*The California Emissions Control System Lim-
ited Warranty applies to all 2007 U.S. specifica-
tion BMW vehicles sold, leased, and/or registered
in California, Maine, Massachusetts or Vermont.
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