2008 BMW M3 SEDAN check engine

Table of Contents
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BMW Ultimate Service™ ............................................ 1
The BMW Maintenance Program ...................................... 1
Coverage ......................................................1
Maintenance Upgrade Option .........................................2
Intervals .......................................................2
Condition Based Service (CBS) ....................................... 2
Service Interval Display . . .......................................... 3
Info Display screen contents .........................................3
Possible displays .................................................4
Supplementary information (vehicles with optional iDrive) ......................5
Red Sectors ....................................................5
Yellow Sectors ...................................................5
Green lamps ....................................................5
Symbols .......................................................6
Special Note ....................................................6
1200 Mile Service ................................................7
Quality Certification I ...............................................7
Maintenance Summary . ............................................ 7
Standard operations ...............................................7
Engine oil ......................................................7
Microfilter (not displayed in the CBS) ....................................7
Frontbrake .....................................................7
Rearbrake......................................................7
Vehicle Check ...................................................8
Brake fluid ......................................................8
Spark plugs (not displayed in the CBS) ..................................8
Emission Control Maintenance Schedule ................................ 8
Evidence of Maintenance Work ....................................... 8
BatteryCare .................................................... 17
Corrosion Protection ............................................. 17
Restoring corrosion protection .......................................17
Underbody maintenance ...........................................17
Body Inspection ................................................. 18
Customer Assistance Information .................................... 24
Customer Assistance - Notification ....................................24
BBB Auto Line .................................................. 25
California Residents ..............................................25
Special Programs ................................................ 27
BMW Roadside Assistance ......................................... 27
Owners Eligibility ................................................27
Getting Started .................................................28
Calling For Assistance .............................................28

Oil changes performed outside the recom-
mended maintenance intervals as indicated
by the Service Interval Display
Maintenance Upgrade Option
Please contact your authorized BMW center for
information and availability on the optional Main-
tenance Program Upgrade for coverage up to
6 years and 100,000 miles.
Intervals
Time intervals should be followed using the
maintenance interval as indicated by the BMW
Service Interval Display.
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 acceleration requires more fre-
quent maintenance intervals 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
driving, and condition of the engine oil and
brake pads.
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
 Brake fluid
 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 Ser-
vice Advisor and used to propose the optimum
scope of maintenance.
Disconnecting the battery during periods
of long-term storage will interrupt the
calculation 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 battery care on
page 17 of this statement.
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Symbols
No service is currently required.
The deadline for service or a legally man-
dated inspection is approaching. Please
schedule a service appointment.
The service deadline has already passed.
The current service status is automatically
saved in the vehicle’s ignition key. The Service
Advisor at your BMW center has a device called
a key reader. When your Service Advisor inserts
your key into the key reader, all pertinent vehicle
and servicing data will be available, and a cus-
tomized maintenance checklist is printed out
based on the specific operations called for by
the Condition Based Service.
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.
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 2008 model year M3 vehicles are factory-
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 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 Castrol TWS Motorsport
10W-60 Synthetic, BMW High Performance
Synthetic Oil or Mobil 1, 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
intervals begin from the vehicles 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 econ-
omy and minimize exhaust pollution.
 Spark Plug Service (not shown in CBS):
Replace at 37,000 miles.
 The engine coolant has a lifetime rating and
does not need to be changed except for sys-
tem repairs.
For your convenience, you may also wish to
have your BMW center perform any necessary
operations to fulfill any state inspection require-
ments in your area concurrent with the mainte-
nance elements specified above during other
repairs. Should you request more frequent
maintenance service, the cost of these ser-
vices will not be covered by the Maintenance
Program.
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 BMW fac-
tory trained service technicians to perform qual-
ity repairs on your BMW in minimal time. Your
service technician looks forward to serving your
every service need and to help maximize your
satisfaction with your BMW, its longevity, and
resale value.
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1200 Mile Service
The engine in your BMW M3 is a race-bred
engine design which includes increased power
output and maximum engine speeds compared
to conventional BMW 3 Series engines. The
increased power output also affects other major
drivetrain components such as the transmission
and the rear axle differential. The 1200 Mile Ser-
vice requires changing the oil in the engine, as
well as in the transmission and the differential.
The engine air cleaner element must also be
replaced during this service.
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.
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.
 Inspect tires, adjust tire pressures and reset
Tire Pressure Monitor.
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 every engine oil change: Intake air cleaner:
replace air filter element (reduce replacement
interval in dusty operating conditions).
 Parking brake: Check function and
pre-burnish.
Microfilter (not displayed in the CBS)
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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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.
 Reset Tire Pressure Monitor.
 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
system: 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.
 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, including burnishing of parking
brake pads
– Steering
– Shock absorbers (visual)
– Transmission
Brake fluid
Maintenance work:
 Replace brake fluid.
Spark plugs (not displayed in the
CBS)
Maintenance work:
 Replace spark plugs at intervals of
37,000 miles.
Emission Control Maintenance
Schedule
The maintenance schedule as shown is required
for the proper functioning of the emission con-
trol systems for optimum vehicle performance
and fuel economy.
Basic Engine
Engine oil As specified by CBS
Engine oil filter As specified by CBS
Fuel System
Air filter 1200 miles, then every
engine oil change
Ignition System
Spark plugs 37,000 miles
Emission Control
Components
Oxygen sensor 120,000 miles
Evidence of Maintenance Work
This BMW Service and Warranty Information
Booklet should be presented to your BMW cen-
ter when maintenance is required. Make sure
that confirmation of maintenance work is always
entered in this Service and Warranty 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 cor-
rect and regular maintenance that justifies its
resale or trade-in value.
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California Emission Control
Warranty Statement* Your
Warranty Rights and Obligations
The California Air Resources Board and BMW of
North America, LLC (BMW NA) are pleased to
explain the emission control system warranty on
your 2008 vehicle. In California, new motor vehi-
cles must be designed, built and equipped to
meet the States 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 includ-
ing 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 inspec- tion, 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 PERFOR-
MANCE 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 emission control system DEFECTS
WARRANTY.
For 7 years or 70,000 miles whichever occurs
first:
If an emission-related part specially noted on
page 42 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.
Owners 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
coverage if your vehicle or part has failed due
to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or
unapproved 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 2008 U.S. specifica-
tion BMW vehicles sold, leased, and/or
registered in California, Connecticut, Maine,
Massachusetts, Rhode Island or Vermont.
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