2014 BMW 3 SERIES SEDAN pressure

Tire sizePressure specifications
in bar/PSIFront: 225/40 R 19
89 Y RSC
Rear: 255/35 R 19
92 Y RSC2.7 / 39
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3.0 / 44Front: 225/35 R 20
90 Y XL RSC
Rear: 255/30 R 20
92 Y XL RSC2.9 /42
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3.4 / 49Compact wheel
T 135/80 R 17 102
MSpeed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
4.2 / 60
With high-speed tuning feature
Tire sizePressure specifications
in bar/PSISpecifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires225/45 R 18 91 Y
RSC
225/50 R 17 94 H
M+S RSC
225/45 R 18 95 V
M+S XL RSC2.7 / 393.2 / 46Front: 225/45 R 18
91 Y RSC
Rear: 255/40 R 18
95 Y RSC2.7 / 39
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2.8 / 41Front: 225/40 R 19
89 Y RSC
Rear: 255/35 R 19
92 Y RSC2.7 / 39
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3.0 / 44Tire sizePressure specifications
in bar/PSIFront: 225/35 R 20
90 Y XL RSC
Rear: 255/30 R 20
92 Y XL RSC2.9 /42
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3.4 / 49Compact wheel
T 135/80 R 17 102
MSpeed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
4.2 / 60
Tire identification marks
Tire size 245/45 R 18 96 Y
245: nominal width in mm
45: aspect ratio in %
R: radial tire code
18: rim diameter in inches
96: load rating, not for ZR tires
Y: speed rating, before the R on ZR tires
Speed letter
Q = up to 100 mph, 160 km/h
R = up to 106 mph, 170 km/h
S = up to 112 mph, 180 km/h
T = up to 118 mph, 190 km/h
H = up to 131 mph, 210 km/h
V = up to 150 mph, 240 km/h
W = up to 167 mph, 270 km/h
Y = up to 186 mph, 300 km/h
Tire Identification Number
DOT code: DOT xxxx xxx 0814
xxxx: manufacturer code for the tire brand
xxx: tire size and tire design
0814: tire age
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Rotating wheels between axlesDifferent wear patterns can occur on the frontand rear axles depending on individual driving
conditions. The tires can be rotated between
the axles to achieve even wear. Your service
center will be glad to advise you. After rotating,
check the tire pressure and correct if neces‐
sary.
Rotating the tires is not permissible on vehi‐
cles with different tire sizes on the front and
rear axles, i.e. when using different types of
tires.
Storage
Store wheels and tires in a cool, dry place with
as little exposure to light as possible.
Always protect tires against all contact with oil,
grease and fuels.
Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pres‐
sure indicated on the side wall of the tire.
Run-flat tires
Label
RSC label on the tire sidewall.
The wheels are composed of special rims and
tires that are self-supporting, to a limited de‐
gree.
The support of the sidewall allows the tire to
remain drivable to a restricted degree in the
event of a pressure loss.
FTM: continued driving with a damaged tire,
refer to page 102.
TPM: continued driving with a damaged tire,
refer to page 99.
Changing run-flat tires
For your own safety, only use run-flat tires. No
spare tire is available in the case of a flat tire.
Your service center will be glad to advise you.
Snow chains
Fine-link snow chains
Only certain types of fine-link snow chains
have been tested by the manufacturer of the
vehicle, classified as road-safe and approved.
Information about the approved snow chains
are available from the service center.
Use
Use only in pairs on the rear wheels, equipped
with the tires of the following size:▷205/60 R 16.▷225/55 R 16.▷225/50 R 17.▷225/45 R 18.
Follow the chain manufacturer's instructions.
Make sure that the snow chains are always
sufficiently tight. Retighten as needed accord‐
ing to the chain manufacturer's instructions.
Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor after
mounting snow chains, as doing so may result
in incorrect readings.
Do not initialize the Tire Pressure Monitor after
mounting snow chains, as doing so may result
in incorrect readings.
When driving with snow chains, briefly activate
Dynamic Traction Control if necessary.
Maximum speed with snow chains Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph/50 km/h
when using snow chains.
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CoolantVehicle equipmentAll standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐
ment is also described that is not available in a
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
equipment or country variant. This also applies
for safety-related functions and systems.
Hints 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,
engine damage may occur. The additives are
harmful to your health.◀
Coolant consists of water and additives.
Not all commercially available additives are
suitable for the vehicle. Information about the
suitable additives are available from the service
center.
Coolant level
General information Depending on the engine installation, the cool‐
ant reservoir may be located on the opposite
side of the engine compartment.
Checking1.Let the engine cool.2.The coolant level is correct if it lies be‐
tween the minimum and maximum marks.The marks are on the side of the coolant
reservoir.SymbolMeaningMaximumMinimum
Adding
1.Let the engine cool.2.Turn the cap of the coolant reservoir
slightly counterclockwise to allow any ex‐
cess pressure 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 environmen‐
tal protection regulations when dispos‐
ing of coolant and coolant additives.
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Replacing the reversing lamp and inner
brake lamp1.Loosen the two holders, arrow 1 and pull
down on the lamp holder to remove, ar‐
row 2.2.Unscrew the defective bulb of the revers‐
ing or brake lamp from its socket counter‐
clockwise.3.Insert the new bulb.
Installing the bulb holder
1.Slide the bulb holder onto the two guide
pins, arrow 1. Insert the two contacts, ar‐
row 2, into the connections, arrow 3.2.Press on the bulb holder. Make sure that
the two exterior holders latch into place.3.Swing the trim back onto the trunk lid and
secure.
Tail lamp, license plate lamp and
central brake lamp
Follow general instructions, refer to page 204.
These lamps are made using LED technology.
Contact your service center in the event of a
malfunction.
Changing wheels
Hints
The vehicle equipment does not include a
spare tire.
When using run-flat tires or tire sealants, a tire
does not need to be changed immediately in
the event of pressure loss due to a flat tire.
The tools for changing wheels are available as
accessories from your service center.
Jacking points for the vehicle jack
The jacking points for the vehicle jack are lo‐
cated at the positions shown.
Vehicle battery Maintenance
The battery is maintenance-free.
The added amount of acid is sufficient for the
service life of the battery.
Your service center will be glad to advise you
on questions regarding the battery.
Battery replacement Use approved vehicle batteries only
Only use vehicle batteries that have been
approved for your vehicle by the manufacturer;
otherwise, the vehicle could be damaged and
systems or functions may not be fully availa‐
ble.◀
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CareVehicle equipmentAll standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐
ment is also described that is not available in a
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
equipment or country variant. This also applies
for safety-related functions and systems.
Car washes Hints Steam jets or high-pressure washers
When using steam jets or high-pressure
washers, hold them a sufficient distance away and use a maximum temperature of
140 ℉/60 ℃.
If the vehicle has a glass sunroof, ensure that a distance of at least 31.5 inches/80 cm is main‐
tained. Holding them too close or using exces‐
sively high pressures or temperatures can
cause damage or preliminary damage that may
then lead to long-term damage.
Follow the user's manual for the high-pressure
washer.◀
Cleaning sensors/cameras with high-
pressure washers
When using high-pressure washers, do not
spray the exterior sensors and cameras, e.g., Park Distance Control, for extended periods of
time and only from a distance of at least
12 in/30 cm.◀▷Regularly remove foreign items such as
leaves in the area below the windshield
when the hood is raised.▷Wash your vehicle frequently, particularly
in winter.Intense soiling and road salt can damage
the vehicle.
Automatic car washes
Hints
▷Give preference to cloth car washes or
those that use soft brushes in order to
avoid paint damage.▷Make sure that the wheels and tires are not
damaged by the transport mechanisms.▷Fold in the exterior mirrors; otherwise, they
may be damaged, depending on the width
of the vehicle.▷Deactivate the rain sensor, refer to
page 67, to avoid unintentional wiper acti‐
vation.▷In some cases, an unintentional alarm can
be triggered by the interior motion sensor
of the alarm system. Follow the instruc‐
tions on avoiding an unintentional alarm,
refer to page 43.
Guide rails in car washes
Avoid car washes with guide rails higher
than 4 in/10 cm; otherwise, the vehicle body
could be damaged.◀
Before driving into a car wash In order to ensure that the vehicle can roll in a
car wash, take the following steps:
Manual transmission:
1.Drive into the car wash.2.Shift to neutral.3.Switch the engine off.4.Switch on the ignition.
Automatic transmission:
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Everything from A to Z
IndexA ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 114
ACC, Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go 119
Acceleration Assistant, refer to Launch Control 72
Accessories and parts 7
Activated-charcoal filter 146
Active Blind Spot Detec‐ tion 111
Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go, ACC 119
Adaptive brake lights, refer to Brake force display 113
Adaptive Light Control 90
Additives, oil 199
Adjustments, seats/head re‐ straints 47
After washing vehicle 222
Airbags 94
Airbags, indicator/warning light 95
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated-air mode 142, 145
Air, dehumidifying, refer to Cooling function 142, 145
Air distribution, manual 142, 146
Air flow, air conditioner 142
Air flow, automatic climate control 146
Air pressure, tires 185
Air vents, refer to Ventila‐ tion 146
Alarm system 41
Alarm, unintentional 43
All around the center con‐ sole 14
All around the headliner 15 All around the steering
wheel 12
All-season tires, refer to Win‐ ter tires 194
All-wheel-drive 115
Alternating-code hand-held transmitter 149
Alternative oil types 200
Antifreeze, washer fluid 68
Antilock Brake System, ABS 114
Anti-slip control, refer to DSC 114
Approved axle load 228
Approved engine oils 200
Arrival time 85
Ash tray 152
Assistance, Roadside Assis‐ tance 216
Assistance when driving off 118
Assist system information, on Control Display 87
AUTO intensity 145
Automatic car wash 221
Automatic climate con‐ trol 141
Automatic climate control with enhanced features 144
Automatic Cruise Control with Stop & Go 119
Automatic Curb Monitor 55
Automatic deactivation, front passenger airbags 96
Automatic headlamp con‐ trol 90
Automatic locking 41
Automatic recirculated-air control 145
Automatic transmission with Steptronic 69 AUTO program, automatic cli‐
mate control 144
AUTO program, climate con‐ trol 142
AUTO program, intensity 145
Auto Start/Stop function 63
Average fuel consumption 84
Average speed 84
Axle loads, weights 228
B Backrest curvature, refer to Lumbar support 49
Backrest, width 49
Band-aids, refer to First aid kit 216
Bar for tow-starting/ towing 219
Battery replacement, vehicle battery 212
Battery replacement, vehicle remote control 33
Battery, vehicle 212
Belts, safety belts 50
Beverage holder, cu‐ pholder 158
Blinds, sun protection 44
BMW Advanced Diesel 181
BMW Assist, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
BMW Homepage 6
BMW Internet page 6
BMW maintenance sys‐ tem 202
Bonus range, ECO PRO 170
Bottle holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 158
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Engine oil types, alterna‐tive 200
Engine oil types, ap‐ proved 200
Engine start during malfunc‐ tion 33
Engine start, jump-start‐ ing 216
Engine start, refer to Starting the engine 62
Engine stop 62
Engine temperature 78
Entering a car wash 221
Equipment, interior 148
ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐ gram, refer to DSC 114
Exchanging wheels/tires 193
Exhaust system 163
Exterior mirror, automatic dimming feature 55
Exterior mirrors 54
External start 216
External temperature dis‐ play 79
External temperature warn‐ ing 79
Eyes for securing cargo 166
F
Failure message, refer to Check Control 76
False alarm, refer to Uninten‐ tional alarm 43
Fan, refer to Air flow 142, 146
Fault displays, refer to Check Control 76
Filler neck for engine oil 199
Fine wood, care 223
First aid kit 216
Fitting for towing, refer to Tow fitting 219
Flat tire, changing wheels 212
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 100 Flat tire, Tire Pressure Moni‐
tor TPM 97
Flat tire, warning lamp 98, 101
Flooding 163
Floor carpet, care 224
Floor mats, care 224
Fogged up windows 142
Fold down the rear seat back‐ rest, see Though-loading
system 154
Fold-out position, windshield wipers 68
Foot brake 163
Front airbags 94
Front fog lamps 92
Front fog lamps, bulb replace‐ ment 209
Front lamps 205
Front passenger airbags, au‐ tomatic deactivation 96
Front passenger airbags, indi‐ cator lamp 96
FTM Flat Tire Monitor 100
Fuel 180
Fuel cap 178
Fuel consumption, current 80
Fuel consumption, refer to Average fuel consump‐
tion 84
Fuel filler flap 178
Fuel gauge 78
Fuel quality 180
Fuel recommendation 180
Fuel, tank capacity 231
Fuse 213
G
Garage door opener, refer to Universal garage door
opener 148
Gasoline 180
Gear change, automatic transmission 70
Gear shift indicator 81 General driving notes 162
Glass sunroof, powered 45
Glove compartment 156
Gross vehicle weight, ap‐ proved 228
H
Handbrake, refer to parking brake 65
Hand-held transmitter, alter‐ nating code 149
Hazard warning flashers 215
Head airbags 94
Headlamp control, auto‐ matic 90
Headlamp courtesy delay fea‐ ture 89
Headlamp flasher 66
Headlamp glass 205
Headlamps 205
Headlamps, care 222
Headlamp washer system 66
Headliner 15
Head restraints 47
Head restraints, front 51
Head restraints, rear 52
Head-up Display 87
Head-up Display, care 224
Heavy cargo, stowing 166
Height, vehicle 228
High-beam Assistant 91
High beams 66
High beams/low beams, refer to High-beam Assistant 91
Hills 164
Hill start assistant, refer to Drive-off assistant 118
Hints 6
Holder for beverages 158
Homepage 6
Hood 197
Horn 12
Hotel function, trunk lid 38
Hot exhaust system 163
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Hydroplaning 163
I Ice warning, see External temperature warning 79
Icy roads, see External tem‐ perature warning 79
Identification marks, tires 191
Identification number, refer to Important features in the en‐
gine compartment 196
iDrive 16
Ignition key, refer to Remote control 32
Ignition off 61
Ignition on 61
Indication of a flat tire 98, 101
Indicator and warning lamps 76
Individual air distribu‐ tion 142, 146
Individual settings, refer to Personal Profile 33
Inflation pressure, tires 185
Inflation pressure warning FTM, tires 100
Info display, refer to Com‐ puter 83
Initialize, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM 98
Initializing, Flat Tire Monitor FTM 101
Instrument cluster 73
Instrument cluster, electronic displays 75
Instrument lighting 92
Integrated key 32
Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle 27
Intelligent Emergency Re‐ quest 215
Intelligent Safety 102
Intensity, AUTO pro‐ gram 145
Interior equipment 148 Interior lamps 92
Interior lamps via remote con‐ trol 36
Interior motion sensor 43
Interior rearview mirror, auto‐ matic dimming feature 56
Interior rearview mirror, com‐ pass 150
Interior rearview mirror, man‐ ually dimmable 56
Internet page 6
Interval display, service re‐ quirements 80
J Jacking points for the vehicle jack 212
Joystick, automatic transmis‐ sion 70
Jump-starting 216
K
Key/remote control 32
Keyless Go, refer to Comfort Access 39
Key Memory, refer to Per‐ sonal Profile 33
Kickdown, automatic trans‐ mission 70
Knee airbag 94
L
Lamp replacement 204
Lamp replacement, front 205
Lamp replacement, rear 210
Lamps 89
Lamps and bulbs 204
Lane departure warning 110
Lane margin, warning 110
Language on Control Dis‐ play 86
Lashing eyes, securing cargo 166 LATCH child restraint fixing
system 58
Launch Control 72
Leather, care 222
LEDs, light-emitting di‐ odes 205
Length, vehicle 228
Letters and numbers, enter‐ ing 23
Light alloy wheels, care 223
Light control 90
Light-emitting diodes, LEDs 205
Lighter 152
Lighting 89
Lighting via remote con‐ trol 36
Light switch 89
Load 166
Loading 165
Lock, door 37
Locking/unlocking via door lock 37
Locking/unlocking with re‐ mote control 35
Locking, automatic 41
Locking, settings 41
Lock, power window 44
Locks, doors, and win‐ dows 60
Low beams 89
Low beams, automatic, refer to High-beam Assistant 91
Lower back support 49
Low-Sulfur Diesel 181
Luggage rack, refer to Roof- mounted luggage rack 167
Lumbar support 49
M
Maintenance 202
Maintenance require‐ ments 202
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