2013 BMW 328I lock

Open the fuel filler flap1.Open the fuel filler flap, refer to page 172.2.Turn the closure counterclockwise and re‐
move.
Adding engine oil
1.Place the bottle on it and turn it as far as it
will go, see arrow.2.Press the bottle down, see arrow.
The vehicle container will be filled.3.The container is full when the fill level in the
bottle no longer changes. It is not possible
to overfill.Pull back the bottle, see arrow, and unscrew
it.
Close the fuel filler flap
1.Replace the closure and turn it clockwise.2.Close the fuel filler flap.
After replenishing Diesel exhaust fluid
Note Incorrect fluids
After filling with incorrect fluids, such as
antifreeze for washer water, do not start the en‐
gine, otherwise there is risk of fire.◀
Contact the Service Center.
Disposing of bottles You take your empty Diesel exhaust fluid
bottles to your Service Center for dis‐
posal.
Do not dispose of empty bottles with household
waste unless this is permitted by local regula‐
tions.
Reserve display The Reserve display will still ap‐
pear when the engine is started
after refilling. This display will go
out after the vehicle has been
driven for a few minutes.
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Hood
Hints Working in the engine compartment
Never attempt to perform any service or
repair operations on your vehicle without the
necessary professional technical training.
If you are unfamiliar with the statutory guide‐
lines, have any work on the vehicle performed
only by a service center.
If this work is not carried out properly, there is
the danger of subsequent damage and related
safety hazards.◀
Never reach into the engine compartment
Never reach into the intermediate spaces
or gaps in the engine compartment. Otherwise,
there is risk of injury, e.g. from rotating or hot
parts.◀
Fold down wiper arm
Before opening the hood, ensure that the
wiper arms are against the windshield, or this
may result in damage.◀
Opening the hood1.Pull lever in the interior:
Engine is released, arrow 1.2.After the lever is released, pull the lever
again:
Hood can be opened, arrow 2.Indicator/warning lamps
When the hood is opened, a Check Control mes‐
sage is displayed.
Closing the hood
Let the hood drop from a height of approx.
16 in/40 cm and push down on it to lock it fully.
The hood must audibly engage on both sides.
Hood open when driving
If you see any signs that the hood is not
completely closed while driving, pull over imme‐
diately and close it securely.◀
Danger of pinching
Make sure that the closing path of the
hood is clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◀
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CoolantVehicle equipment
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment
is also described that is not available in a vehicle,
e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐
ment or country variant. This also applies for
safety-related functions and systems.
General information Danger of burns from hot engine
Do not open the cooling system while the
engine is hot; otherwise, escaping coolant may
cause burns.◀
Suitable additives
Only use suitable additives; otherwise, en‐
gine damage may occur. The additives are
harmful to your health.◀
Coolant consists of water and additives.
Not all commercially available additives are suit‐
able for your vehicle. Ask your service center for
suitable additives.
Coolant level
Checking
Marks are provided on the side of the coolant
reservoir.SymbolMeaningMaximumMinimum1.Let the engine cool.2.The coolant level is correct when it is be‐
tween these two marks.Adding engine oil1.Let the engine cool.2.Turn the cap of the coolant reservoir slightly
counterclockwise to allow any excess pres‐
sure to dissipate, and then open it.3.If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to
the specified level; do not overfill.4.Turn the cap until there is an audible click.
The arrows on the coolant reservoir and the
cap must point towards one another.5.Have the cause of the coolant loss elimi‐
nated as soon as possible.
Disposal
Comply with the relevant environmental
protection regulations when disposing
of coolant and coolant additives.
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Replacing componentsVehicle equipment
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment
is also described that is not available in a vehicle,
e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐
ment or country variant. This also applies for
safety-related functions and systems.
Onboard vehicle tool kit
The onboard vehicle tool kit is located on the
right side in the cargo area in a storage com‐
partment. Open the cover.
Wiper blade replacement
Note Do not fold down the wipers without wiper
blades
Do not fold down the wipers if wiper blades have
not been installed; this may damage the wind‐
shield.◀
Replacing the wiper blades
1.To change the wiper blades, fold up, refer to
page 66, the wiper arms.2.Fold up and hold the wiper arm firmly.3.Squeeze the retainer spring, arrow 1, and
fold up the wiper blade, arrow 2.4.Remove the wiper blade forward from the
catch.5.Insert the new wiper blade in reverse order
of removal until it locks in place.6.Fold down the wipers.
Risk of damage
Before opening the hood, ensure that the
wiper arms with the wiper blades are against the
windshield to prevent damage.◀
Lamp and bulb replacement
Notes
Lamps and bulbs
Lamps and bulbs make an essential contribution
to vehicle safety.
The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends
that you entrust corresponding procedures to
the service center if you are unfamiliar with them
or they are not described here.
You can obtain a selection of replacement bulbs
at the service center.
Danger of burns
Only change bulbs when they are cool;
otherwise, there is the danger of getting
burned.◀
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Turn signal
21-watt bulb, PY21W1.If necessary, pull the inside trim of the wheel
house slightly inward. Turn the bulb holder
counterclockwise and remove.2.Press the bulb gently into the socket, turn
counterclockwise and remove.3.Install the new bulb and bulb holder in re‐
verse order of removal.4.Attach the cover to the wheel house.Low beams
55-watt bulb, H71.Turn the cap counterclockwise and remove.2.Tilt the bulb down and then up to loosen it
from the holder and remove.3.Pull the connector off the bulb.4.Attach the connector to the new bulb.5.First insert the bulb at the top with the strap,
arrow 1, and then press down firmly, arrow 2.
Make sure that the bulb snaps into place.6.Close the headlamp housing with the cap.
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Accessing the daytime running lights, high
beams/headlamp flasher and parking lamps
Follow the general instructions on lamps and
bulbs, refer to page 202.1.Open the hood, refer to page 195.2.Turn the cap counterclockwise and remove.
Parking lamps
6-watt bulb, H6W
1.Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and
remove.2.Press the bulb gently into the socket, turn
counterclockwise and remove.3.To insert the bulb and bulb holder, proceed
in reverse order of removal. Make sure that
the bulb holder snaps into place.4.Close the headlamp housing with the cap.
Make sure that the cap engages.High beams/headlamp flasher
55-watt bulb, H71.Tilt the bulb down and then up to loosen it
from the holder and remove.2.Pull the connector off the bulb.3.Attach the connector to the new bulb.4.First insert the bulb at the top with the strap,
arrow 1, and then press down firmly, arrow 2.
Make sure that the bulb snaps into place.5.Close the headlamp housing with the cap.
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21-watt bulb, PY21W1.In the wheel house, loosen the two brackets
and remove the cover.2.If necessary, pull the inside trim of the wheel
house slightly inward. Turn the bulb holder
counterclockwise and remove.3.Press the bulb gently into the socket, turn
counterclockwise and remove.4.Install the new bulb and bulb holder in re‐
verse order of removal.5.Attach the cover to the wheel house.
Front fog lamps
Follow the general instructions on lamps and
bulbs, refer to page 202.
35-watt bulb, H8
1.Use the back side of the screwdriver from
the onboard vehicle tool kit to remove the
three wheel house panel screws, arrow 1.Carefully raise the wheel house panel, ar‐
row 2.2.Pull off the bulb connector, arrow 1.
Turn the bulb, arrow 2.
Left side of vehicle: turn clockwise.
Right side of vehicle: turn counterclockwise.
Remove the bulb.3.Insert the new bulb, connect the connector
and screw on the wheel house panel.
Turn signal in exterior mirror
Follow the general instructions on lamps and
bulbs, refer to page 202.
The turn signals feature LED technology. Con‐
tact your service center in the event of a mal‐
function.
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5.Remove the connecting line from the clip on
the bulb holder.6.Release the catch at the top on the connec‐
tor of the connecting line and remove the
connector from the bulb holder.
Replacing the bulbs
1.Loosen the four fasteners, arrow 1, on the
bulb holder and remove the bulb holder from
the tail lamp, arrow 2.2.Press the defective bulb gently into the
socket, turn counterclockwise and remove.3.Proceed in the reverse order to insert the
new bulb and attach the bulb holder. Make
sure that the bulb holder engages in all fas‐
teners.
Installing the tail lamp
1.Connect the connecting line to the tail lamp
and secure the bulb holder in the clip.2.Make sure that the sealing ring is on the
centering pin, arrow 2, and is not damaged.3.Position and firmly press the outer part of
the tail lamp onto the rubber mount, arrow 1
and the inner part onto the centering com‐ponent, arrow 2. Make sure that the tail lamp
engages in the rubber mount.4.Screw the tail lamp on with the two nuts.5.Fit the cover in place and screw onto the
fastener. Make sure that the tubular seal is
not pinched.
Lamps in the trunk lid
General information
Follow the general instructions on lamps and
bulbs, refer to page 202.
Reversing lamps: 21-watt bulb, P21W
Inner brake lamps: 21-watt bulb, H21W
Accessing the lamps
1.Use the screwdriver from the onboard vehi‐
cle tool kit to loosen and completely remove
the six screws on the trim.2.Carefully loosen the trim from the trunk lid,
starting at the edge and working toward the
area around the recessed grips. Make sure
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