2013 BMW 3 SERIES SEDAN antifreeze

Setting the frequency or sensitivity of
the rain sensor
Turn the thumbwheel.
Clean the windshield, headlamps
Pull the wiper lever.
The system sprays washer fluid on the wind‐
shield and activates the wipers briefly.
In addition, the headlamps are cleaned at regu‐
lar intervals when the vehicle lights are
switched on.
Do not use the washer system at freezing
temperatures
Do not use the washers if there is any danger
that the fluid will freeze on the windshield; oth‐
erwise, your vision could be obscured. For this
reason, use antifreeze.
Avoid using the washer when the reservoir is
empty; otherwise, you could damage the
pump.◀
Windshield washer nozzles
The windshield washer nozzles are automati‐
cally heated while the ignition is switched on.
Fold-out position of the wipers
Required when changing the wiper blades or
under frosty conditions, for example.1.Switch the ignition on and off again.2.Under frosty conditions, ensure that the
wiper blades are not frozen onto the wind‐
shield.3.Press the wiper lever up beyond the point
of resistance and hold it for approx. 3 sec‐
onds, until the wiper remains in a nearly
vertical position.
After the wipers are folded back down, the
wiper system must be reactivated.
Fold the wipers back down
Before switching the ignition on, fold the
wipers back down to the windshield; other‐
wise, the wipers may become damaged when
they are switched on.◀
1.Switch on the ignition.2.Press the wiper levers down. The wipers
move to their resting position and are
ready for operation.
Washer fluid
General information Antifreeze for washer fluid
Antifreeze is flammable and can cause
injury if it is used incorrectly.
Therefore, keep it away from sources of igni‐
tion.
Only keep it in the closed original container
and inaccessible to children.
Follow the notes and instructions on the con‐
tainer.
United States: The washer fluid mixture ratio is
regulated by the U.S. EPA and many individual
states; do not exceed the allowable washer
fluid dilution ratios limits that apply. Follow the
usage instructions on the washer fluid con‐
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tainer. Use BMW’s Windshield Washer Con‐
centrate or the equivalent.◀
Washer fluid reservoir Adding washer fluid
Only add washer fluid when the engine is
cool, and then close the cover completely to
avoid contact between the washer fluid and
hot engine parts.
Otherwise, there is the danger of fire and a risk
to personal safety if the fluid is spilled.◀
All washer nozzles are supplied from one res‐
ervoir.
Fill with a mixture of windshield washer con‐
centrate and tap water and – if required – with a
washer antifreeze, according to the manufac‐
turer's recommendations.
Mix the washer fluid before adding to maintain
the correct mixing ratio.
Do not add windshield washer concentrate and
antifreeze undiluted and do not fill with pure
water; this could damage the wiper system.
Do not mix window washer concentrates of dif‐
ferent manufacturers, because otherwise it can
result in clogging of the windshield washer
nozzles.
Recommended minimum fill quantity: 0.2 US
gal/1 liter.
Manual transmission
Shifting Shifting into 5th or 6th gear
When shifting into 5th or 6th gear, push
the gearshift lever to the right; otherwise inad‐
vertent shifting into the 3rd or 4th gear could
lead to engine damage.◀
Reverse gear
Select only when the vehicle is stationary.
To overcome the resistance move the selector
lever in a dynamic movement to the left and
engage the reverse gear.
Automatic transmission with
Steptronic
Transmission positions
D Drive, automatic position
Position for normal vehicle operation. All for‐
ward gears are available.
R is Reverse Select only when the vehicle is stationary.
N is Neutral Use in automatic car washes, for example. The
vehicle can roll.
When the ignition is switched off, refer to
page 63, position P is engaged automatically.
P Park Select only when the vehicle is stationary. The
drive wheels are blocked.
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vehicle is in radio ready state, refer to
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Suitable Diesel exhaust fluid▷Preferred: BMW Diesel Exhaust Fluid. With
this bottle and its special adapter, Diesel
exhaust fluid can be replenished simply
and safely.▷Alternative: NOx reduction agent AUS 32
Diesel exhaust fluid can be purchased at your
Service Center.
Refill quantity
When the Reserve display starts, add at least 2
bottles of reducing agent.
This corresponds to approx. 1 gallon.
Tank for reducing agent
The tank for the reducing agent is located next
to the fuel tank.
Adding engine oil
1.Open the fuel filler flap, refer to page 180.2.Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise and re‐
move.3.Place the bottle on it and turn it as far as it
will go, see arrow.4.Press the bottle down, see arrow.
The vehicle container will be filled.
The container is full when the fill level in
the bottle no longer changes. It is not pos‐
sible to overfill.5.Pull back the bottle, see arrow, and un‐
screw it.6.Replace the fuel cap and turn it clockwise.7.Close the fuel filler flap.
After adding Diesel exhaust fluid
Note Incorrect fluids
After filling with incorrect fluids, such as
antifreeze for washer water, do not start the
engine, otherwise there is risk of fire.◀
Contact your service center.
Disposing of bottles You take your empty Diesel exhaust
fluid bottles to your Service Center for
disposal.
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Everything from A to Z
IndexA ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 116
ACC, Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go 121
Acceleration Assistant, refer to Launch Control 74
Activated-charcoal filter 149
Active Blind Spot Detec‐ tion 114
Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go, ACC 121
Adaptive brake lights, refer to Brake force display 115
Adaptive Light Control 92
Additives, oil 201
Adjustments, seats/head re‐ straints 49
After washing vehicle 224
Airbags 96
Airbags, indicator/warning light 97
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated-air mode 145, 148
Air, dehumidifying, refer to Cooling function 145, 147
Air distribution, manual 145, 148
Air flow, air conditioner 145
Air flow, automatic climate control 148
Air pressure, tires 187
Air vents, refer to Ventila‐ tion 149
Alarm system 44
Alarm, unintentional 45
All around the center con‐ sole 16
All around the headliner 17 All around the steering
wheel 14
All-season tires, refer to Win‐ ter tires 196
All-wheel-drive 117
Alternating-code hand-held transmitter 152
Alternative oil types 202
Antifreeze, washer fluid 70
Antilock Brake System, ABS 116
Anti-slip control, refer to DSC 116
Approved axle load 230
Approved engine oils 202
Arrival time 87
Ash tray 155
Assistance, Roadside Assis‐ tance 218
Assistance when driving off 120
Assist system information, on Control Display 89
AUTO intensity 147
Automatic car wash 223
Automatic climate con‐ trol 144
Automatic climate control with enhanced features 146
Automatic Cruise Control with Stop & Go 121
Automatic Curb Monitor 57
Automatic deactivation, front passenger airbags 98
Automatic headlamp con‐ trol 92
Automatic locking 43
Automatic recirculated-air control 148
Automatic transmission with Steptronic 71 AUTO program, automatic cli‐
mate control 147
AUTO program, climate con‐ trol 145
AUTO program, intensity 147
Auto Start/Stop function 65
Average fuel consumption 86
Average speed 86
Axle loads, weights 230
B Backrest curvature, refer to Lumbar support 51
Backrest, width 51
Band-aids, refer to First aid kit 218
Bar for tow-starting/ towing 221
Battery replacement, vehicle battery 215
Battery replacement, vehicle remote control 34
Battery, vehicle 214
Belts, safety belts 52
Beverage holder, cu‐ pholder 161
Blinds, sun protection 47
BMW Advanced Diesel 183
BMW Assist, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
BMW Homepage 6
BMW Internet page 6
BMW maintenance sys‐ tem 204
Bonus range, ECO PRO 174
Bottle holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 161
Brake assistant 116 Seite 234ReferenceEverything from A to Z234
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