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328i
328i xDrive 335i
335i xDrive 335isM3Owner's Manual for Vehicle
Congratulations, and than k you for choosing a BMW.
Thorough familiarity with your  vehicle will provide you with 
enhanced control and security when you drive it. We therefore 
have this request:
Please take the time to read this Owner's Manual and familiarize 
yourself with the information  that we have compiled for you 
before starting off in your new ve hicle. It contains important data 
and instructions intended to a ssist you in gaining maximum use 
and satisfaction from your BMW' s unique range of technical fea-
tures. The manual also contai ns information on maintenance 
designed to enhance operating sa fety and contribute to main-
taining the value of your BMW th roughout an extended service 
life.
This manual is supplemented by  a Service and Warranty Informa-
tion Booklet for US models or  a Warranty and Service Guide 
Booklet for Canadian models.
Please also read the other booklets of vehicle literature, e.g. the 
Supplementary Owner's Handbook for the BMW M3.
We wish you an enjoyable driving experience.
BMW Group
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Contents
The quickest way to find special topics is to 
consult the index, refer to page240.
4 Notes
7 Reporting safety defects
At a glance
10Dashboard
18 Radio
Controls
24Opening and closing
42 Adjustments
53 Transporting children safely
57 Driving
78 Controls overview
89 Technology for driving comfort and 
safety
103 Lamps
109 Climate
116 Practical interior accessories
Driving tips
132Things to remember when driving
Entertainment
142BMW Professional radio
Communications
156Telephone
167 ConnectedDrive
Mobility
174Refueling
177 Wheels and tires
197 Engine compartment
202 Maintenance
204 Care
208 Replacing components
214 Giving and receiving assistance
220 Indicator and warning lamps
Reference
234Technical data
240 Everything from A to Z
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MobilityGiving and receiving assistance
Giving and receiving assistance
Vehicle equipment
In this chapter, all pr oduction, country, and 
optional equipment that is offered in the model 
range is described. For this reason, descrip-
tions will be given of some equipment that may 
not be available in a vehi cle, for example due to 
the special options or  national-market version 
selected. This also app lies to safety related 
functions and systems.
Emergency Request
Requirements
> Full preparation package mobile phone: this 
equipment makes it possible to send an 
Emergency Request even if no mobile 
phone is paired with the vehicle.
> BMW Assist is activated.
> Radio readiness is switched on.
> The BMW Assist system is logged into a 
mobile phone network that is supported by 
BMW Assist.
> The Emergency Request system is opera-
ble.
Only press the SOS button in an emergency.
For technical reasons, the Emergency 
Request service canno t be guaranteed 
for the most unfavorable conditions. <
Subscriber contract
Upon expiration of the subscriber contract with 
BMW Assist, the BMW Assist system can be 
deactivated by a BMW center without a work-
shop visit.
After the system is deacti vated, it is no longer 
possible to make Emergency Requests.
It may be possible for a BMW center to reacti-
vate the system after a  new contract has been 
signed.
Sending an Emergency Request
1. Briefly press the cover flap to open.
2. Press the SOS button un til the LED in the 
button comes on.
> The LED comes on: the Emergency 
Request has been triggered.
If the circumstances a llow, remain in the 
vehicle until the voice contact has been 
established.
> The LED flashes when the connection to 
the BMW Assist Response Center has been 
established.
Once the BMW Assist Response Center 
has received your Emergency Request, the 
BMW Assist Response Center contacts 
you and takes further steps to help you. 
Even if you are unable to respond, the 
BMW Assist Response Center will be able 
to initiate further steps to assist you under 
certain conditions.
Data for determining  the necessary rescue 
measures are transmitted to the 
BMW Assist Response Center, e.g. the cur-
rent position of your vehicle, if it can be 
determined.
> If the LED is flashing  but the BMW Assist 
Response Center cannot be heard over the 
hands-free system, it is possible that the 
hands-free system is  malfunctioning. The 
BMW Assist Response Center may still be 
able to hear you, however.
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This chapter contains technical data and an
index that will help yo u find information most
quickly.
Reference
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ReferenceTechnical data
Technical data
Vehicle equipment
In this chapter, all pr oduction, country, and 
optional equipment that is offered in the model 
range is described. As a result, some equip-
ment described may not be available in a partic- ular vehicle, for example due to the options or 
national-market version selected. This also 
applies to safety relate
d functions and systems.
Engine data
Coupe
Convertible
328i/xDrive335i/xDrive335is
Displacement cu in/cm μ182.8/2,996 181.8/2,979 181.8/2,979
Number of cylinders 6 6 6
Maximum power output hp 230 300 320
at engine speed  rpm 6,500 5,800 5,900
Maximum torque lb ft/Nm 200/270 300/407 332/450
with Overboost lb ft/Nm – – 369/500
at engine speed  rpm 2,750 1,300-5,000 1,500
328i335i335is
Displacement cu in/cm μ182.8/2,996 181.8/2,979 181.8/2,979
Number of cylinders 6 6 6
Maximum power output hp 230 300 320
at engine speed  rpm 6,500 5,800 5,900
Maximum torque lb ft/Nm 200/270 300/407 332/450
with Overboost lb ft/Nm – – 369/500
at engine speed  rpm 2,750 1,300-5,000 1,500
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ReferenceTechnical data
Convertible
All dimensions given in inches/mm. 
Smallest turning circle dia.: 36.1 ft/11.0 m
335i: height approx. 54.0 in/1,370 mm
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ReferenceTechnical data
Convertible
328i335i335is
Approved gross weight
> with manual transmission lbs./kg 4,707/2,135 4,817/2,185 4,839/2,195
> with automatic transmission  lbs./kg 4,773/2,165 4,839/2,195 –
> Sport automatic transmis-
sion with double clutch lbs./kg – – 4,872/2,210
Load lbs./kg 838/380 838/380 838/380
Approved front axle load  lbs./kg 2,138/970 2,205/1,000 2,227/1,010
Approved rear axle load lbs./kg 2,646/1,200 2,646/1,200 2,646/1,200
Approved roof load capacity  lbs./kg – – –
Cargo area capacity cu ft/ liters7.4-12.4/
210-350 7.4-12.4/
210-350 7.4-12.4/
210-350
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Everything from A to Z
Reference
Cold start, refer to Starting the 
engine 58
Comfort Access 33
– replacing the battery 35
Comfort access, refer to 
Comfort Access 33
Comfort area, refer to Around  the center console 14
Compartment for remote  control, refer to Ignition 
lock 57
Compass 118
Compressed audio files 147
Computer 80
Concierge service 168
Condensation, refer to When 
the vehicle is parked 135
Condition Based Service  CBS 202
Configuring settings, refer to  Personal Profile 24
Confirmation signal for vehicle 
locking/unlocking 27
ConnectedDrive 167
Connecting vacuum cleaner, 
refer to Connecting 
electrical appliances 123
Consumption, refer to 
Average fuel 
consumption 80
Controls and displays 10
Convenient loading in  Convertible 27
Convenient opening and 
closing
– glass roof 26
– glass roof with Comfort 
Access 34
– retractable hardtop 26
– windows 26
– windows with Comfort  Access 34
– with Comfort Access 34Convertible
– bag holder
124
– convenient loading 27
– enlarging cargo area 124
– folding down rear 
backrest 124
– retractable hardtop 38
– rollover protection 
system 101
Coolant 200
– checking level 201
Coolant temperature 200
Cooling, maximum 113
Cooling fluid, refer to 
Coolant 200
Cooling system, refer to 
Coolant 200
Copyright 2
Corner-illuminating lamps
– replacing bulbs 209
Cornering light, refer to 
Adaptive Light C
 ontrol105
Correct tires 195
Courtesy lamps, refer to  Interior lamps 107
Cruise control 69
– active 71
– malfunction 71
Cruise control, refer to Active  Cruise Control 71
Cruising range 80,81
Cupholders 121
Curb weight, refer to  Weights 237
D
Dashboard, refer to 
Cockpit 10
Dashboard, refer to 
Instrument cluster 12
Dashboard lighting, refer to  Instrument lighting 107Data, technical
234
– capacities 239
– dimensions 235
– engine 234
– weights 237
Data memory 203
Date
– setting 86
Date setting 144
Daytime running lights 104
– replacing bulbs 209
DBC Dynamic Brake  Control 90
Deactivating front passenger 
airbags 100
Deadlocking, refer to 
Locking 26
Defect
– door lock 29
– fuel filler flap 174
– glass roof 37
Defogging windows 111
Defrost, windows 111
Defrosting windows and  removing condensation
– air conditioner 111
Defrosting windshield, refer to  Defrosting windows 111
Defrost position, refer to  Defrosting windows 111
Digital clock 78
Digital compass 118
Digital radio, refer to HD  Radio™ reception 145
Dimensions 235
Directional indicators, refer to  Turn signals 67
Displacement, refer to Engine  data 234
Display 18
Display lighting, refer to  Instrument lighting 107
Displays, refer to Instrument 
cluster 12
Displays and controls 10
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