engine BMW 3 SERIES 2008 E90 Service and warranty information

Modification of the vehicle or installation of any
performance accessories or components
attached to the vehicle which alters the original
engineering and/or operating specifications or
which result in damage to the other original
components, electrical interference, electrical
short, radio static, water leaks and wind noise.
Tires are warranted by their respective manufac-
turer as detailed in the applicable tire manufac-
turers warranty statements. Instructions for
proper tire care and maintenance are contained
in the Owners Manual. Should you experience
difficulty in obtaining warranty service from a tire
manufacturer, your authorized BMW center will
assist you in resolving the difficulty.
Non-genuine BMW Parts — While you may
elect to use non-genuine BMW parts for mainte-
nance or repair services, BMW NA is not obli-
gated to pay for repairs that include non-
genuine BMW parts or for any damage resulting
from the use of non-genuine parts.
BMW NA will not accept any liability for any
parts and accessories not approved by
BMW.
This warranty shall be null and void if the
vehicle identification number has been
altered or cannot be read, if the odometer
has been replaced or altered and the true
mileage cannot be determined, if the vehicle
has been declared a total loss or sold for sal-
vage purposes, or if the vehicle has been
used in any competitive event.General
These warranties give you specific legal rights,
and you may also have other rights which vary
from state to state.
THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRAN-
TIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY
OF MERCHANTABILITY, IS LIMITED TO THE
DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES
HEREIN. BMW NA HEREBY EXCLUDES INCI-
DENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,
INCLUDING LOSS OF TIME, INCONVENIENCE,
OR LOSS OF USE OF THE VEHICLE, FOR ANY
BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED
WARRANTY, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WAR-
RANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, APPLICABLE
TO THIS PRODUCT.
Some states do not allow limitations on how
long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion
or limitation of incidental or consequential dam-
ages, so the above limitations and exclusions
may not apply to you.
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The following systems are covered by the Fed-
eral Emission Performance Warranty for a period
of two years or 24,000 miles, whichever occurs
first. The specific systems may vary according to
model, therefore, all of the systems listed may
not be used on your vehicle. For assistance in
determining which systems and specific compo-
nents within these systems apply to your vehi-
cle, please contact your BMW center.
AIR INDUCTION SYSTEM
FUEL METERING SYSTEM
IGNITION SYSTEM
POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION SYS-
TEM (PCV)
FUEL EVAPORATIVE CONTROL SYSTEM
EXHAUST SYSTEM
ENGINE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
SENSORS/DEVICES
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD)
RELATED PARTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE
ABOVE SYSTEMS
The following components and/or system are/is
covered under the Federal Emission Warranty
for a period of 8 years or 80,000 miles, which-
ever occurs first.
CATALYTIC CONVERTER
ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (INCLUDING ON-
BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM)
For assistance in determining coverage of the
specific components of the on-board diagnostic
system, please contact your BMW center.
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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. This
warranty also applies to SULEV (PZEV) models
sold, leased, and/or registered in Oregon or
Washington. SULEV (PZEV) models registered
in California, Connecticut, Maine, Massachu-
setts, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island and
Vermont have different emissions warranty cov-
erage; please refer to the SULEV (PZEV) section
beginning on page 42.
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California Emission Warranty Parts
List
The following components are covered for
defects by the California Emission Control Sys-
tem Limited Warranty for a period of 7 years or
70,000 miles, whichever comes first:
Component 328i 335i
Air Duct, Filter Housing
to Rear Turbocharger
(Cyl. 4–6) •
Catalytic Converter •
Charge Air Induction
Tract •
Cylinder Head Cover
Gasket ••
Engine Control Module ••
Exhaust Manifold
Gasket ••
Exhaust Manifold
w/Catalyst •
Exhaust Pipe w/Catalyst ••
Exhaust Pipe Gasket
(Between Catalyst &
Turbocharger) •
Fuel Filler Neck ••
Fuel Tank ••
High Pressure Fuel
Pump •
High Pressure Fuel Rail •
Injection Valve (Fuel
Injector) •
Intake Manifold ••
Oxygen Sensor, Front
(Regulating) •
Oxygen Sensor, Rear
(Monitor) ••
Throttle Body •
Torque Converter ••
Transmission Control
Module ••
Turbocharger •
Valvetronic Sensor •
VANOS (VVT)
Adjustment Unit ••
Notice
The “National Traffic Motor Vehicle Safety Act of
1966” requires manufacturers to be in a position
to contact the vehicle owners when a correction
of a product defect becomes necessary. Please
fill in the attached postcard if you change your
address or purchase a used BMW.
Tire Warranty Statement
Tires are warranted by their respective manufac-
turer as detailed in the applicable tire manufac-
turer’ warranty statements. Instructions for
proper tire care and maintenance are contained
in the Owner’s Manual. Should you experience
difficulty in obtaining warranty service from a tire
manufacturer, your authorized BMW center will
assist you in resolving the difficulty.
California Emission Warranty —
SULEV (PZEV)
Certain 2008 328i models are certified to
California’s stringent Super Ultra Low Emission
Vehicle (SULEV) standards and also qualify as a
Partial Zero Emission Vehicle (PZEV) under the
California Air Resources Board Zero Emission
Vehicle program. In addition to very low tailpipe
and zero-evaporative emissions, this PZEV certi-
fication includes a unique warranty when the
vehicle is registered in California, Connecticut,
Massachusetts, Maine, New Jersey, New York,
Rhode Island or Vermont. SULEV (PZEV) mod-
els registered in Oregon and Washington are
covered by the California Emissions Warranty;
this coverage is described beginning on
page 39.
The emission certification standard can be veri-
fied on the Vehicle Emission Control Information
label located in the engine compartment. A rep-
resentative label is shown on page 1.
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California Emission Control
Warranty Statement SULEV
(PZEV)* 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.
Manufacturers Warranty Coverage:
– For 15 years or 150,000 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 emission
control system DEFECTS WARRANTY.
Owners Warranty Responsibilities:
– As the vehicle owner, you are responsible forthe performance of the required maintenance
listed in your Owners 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 SULEV (PZEV) applies to all 2008
U.S. specification BMW SULEV (PZEV) vehicles
sold, leased, and/or registered in California,
Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Jer-
sey, New York, Rhode Island or Vermont. SULEV
(PZEV) models registered in Oregon or Wash-
ington have different emissions warranty cover-
age; please refer to the California Emissions
Warranty section beginning on page 45.
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