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. If necessary, cor-
rect pressure.
•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.
•Check expiration date on the M Mobility Sys-
tem sealant bottle. Change sealant bottle if
needed at additional charge.
Vehicle Check
Maintenance work (continued)
•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)
– Transmission
Brake fluid
Maintenance work
•Replace brake fluid
Spark plugs
Maintenance work
•Replace spark plugs at intervals of 37,000 miles
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Please include the title of the BMW service
department head and telephone number.
California Emission Warranty Parts
List
The following components are covered for
defects by the California Emission Control Sys-
tem Limited Warranty for a period of 7 years or
70,000 miles, whichever comes first:
Component M5, M6
AIR COLLECTOR•
CYLINDER HEAD COVER
GASKET•
DELIVERY UNIT WITH IN-TANK
PUMP•
ENGINE CONTROL UNIT•
EXHAUST MANIFOLD GASKET•
EXHAUST MANIFOLD W/
CATALYTIC CONVERTER•
EXHAUST PIPE W/CATALYTIC
CONVERTER•
FUEL FILTER W/FUEL LEVEL
SENSOR•
FUEL TANK•
HALL SENSOR FOR THROTTLE
BODY•
IDLE CONTROL DEVICE•
INJECTION TUBE (FUEL RAIL)•
SMG CONTROL UNIT•
THERMOSTAT•
THROTTLE ACTUATOR•
THROTTLE BODY•
THROTTLE BODY GASKET•
IDLE ACTUATOR LINE (HOSE)•
VANOS ADJUSTMENT UNIT•
VANOS GEARBOX•
VANOS HIGH PRESSURE PUMP•
VANOS PRESSURE HOSE
ASSEMBLY•
VANOS SOLENOID VALVE•
Notice
The “National Traffic & Motor Vehicle Safety Act
of 1966” requires manufacturers to be in a posi-
tion to contact the vehicle owners when a correc-
tion of a product defect becomes necessary.
Please fill in the attached postcard if you change
your address or purchase a used BMW.
Tire Warranty Statement
Tires are warranted by their respective manufac-
turer as detailed in the applicable tire manufac-
turer’s warranty statements. Instructions for
proper tire care and maintenance are contained
in the Owner’s Manual. Should you experience
difficulty in obtaining warranty service from a tire
manufacturer, your authorized BMW center will
assist you in resolving the difficulty.
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