BMW 3 SERIES 2017 Owners Manual

Mobility
In order to always ensure your mobility, you will find important information on operating fluids,wheels and tires, maintenance and Roadside Assistance in the following.Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 973 324 - VI/16

RefuelingVehicle
features
and
options
This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due
to the selected options or country versions.
This also applies to safety-related functions
and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable country provisions
must be observed.
General
information
Observe the fuel recommendation, refer to
page 194, prior to refueling.
Diesel
engines The filler neck is designed for refueling at diej
sel fuel pumps.
Safety
information NOTE
With a range of less than 30 miles/50 km
it is possible that the engine will no longer have sufficient fuel. Engine functions are not enjsured anymore. There is a risk of propertydamage. Refuel promptly.'

2.Close the fuel filler flap.
WARNING
The retaining strap of the fuel cap can be
jammed and crushed during closing. The cap cannot be correctly closed. Fuel or fuel vapors
can escape. There is a risk of injury or risk of property damage. Pay attention that the retainj
ing strap is not jammed or crushed when closj ing the lid.'

FuelVehicle
features
and
optionsThis chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due
to the selected options or country versions.
This also applies to safety-related functions
and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable country provisions
must be observed.
Fuel
recommendation
General
information Depending on the region, many gas stations
sell fuel that has been customized to winter or
summer conditions. Fuel that is available in
winter, e.g., helps make a cold start easier.
Gasoline
General
information For the best fuel efficiency, the gasolineshould be sulfur-free or very low in sulfur conjtent.
Fuels that are marked on the gas pump as conj taining metal must not be used.
Fuels with a maximum ethanol content of
10 %, i. e., E10, may be used for refueling.
Ethanol should satisfy the following quality
standards:
US: ASTM 4806mxx
CAN: CGSB-3.511mxx
xx: comply with the current standard in each
case.Safety
information
NOTE
Do not press the Start/Stop button after
refueling with the wrong fuel. Furthermore, the
catalytic converter is permanently damaged.
There is a risk of property damage. Do not rej fuel or add the following in the case of gasoline
engines:'yLeaded gasoline.'yMetallic additives, e.g., manganese or iron.
Do not press the Start/Stop button after refuelj ing with the wrong fuel. Contact a dealerss
service center or another qualified service cenj
ter or repair shop.'

gine deposits, it is highly recommended topurchase gasoline from Top Tier retailers.
Failure to comply with these recommendations
may result in the need for unscheduled mainj tenance.'

To be able to start the engine as usual, theremust be an adequate diesel exhaust fluid.
Warming
up
the
system In order to warm the engine up to its operating
temperature after a cold start, the Steptronic transmission may subsequently shift up to the
next higher gear.
Displays
in
the
instrument
cluster
Reserve
indication This display in the instrument cluster provides
information about the distance that can still be
driven with the current reserve level.
Do not continue driving to the limit of the rej
maining travel distance. It is not possible to rej start the engine after switching it off.'yLamp white: refill with diesel
exhaust fluid at the next opj
portunity.'yLamp yellow: not enough
diesel exhaust fluid present.
The remaining range is disj
played in the instrument
cluster. Immediately refill
with diesel exhaust fluid.
Diesel
exhaust
fluid
on
minimum
'yThe remaining range is disj
played in the instrument
cluster: add diesel exhaust
fluid. The engine will conj
tinue to run as long as it is
not switched off and all
other operating conditions
are satisfied; sufficient fuel,
e.g.
System
malfunction
A Check Control message is displayed when
there is a system not working.
Have
the
diesel
exhaust
fluid
replenished
BMW recommends that diesel exhaust fluid beadded by the dealerss service center within thecourse of regular maintenance.
In addition it may be necessary to have the fluid replenished several times under particular
circumstances, e.g., if the vehicle is driven in a
particularly sporty style or if it is driven at high
altitudes.
The diesel exhaust fluid must be replenished
as soon as the reserve display appears in the instrument cluster to avoid not being able to
restart the engine.
Diesel
exhaust
fluid
at
low
temperatures
Due to its physical properties, it is possible that the diesel exhaust fluid may also need to
be replenished between regular maintenance
appointments if it is exposed to temperatures
under + 23 

fluid. Keep children away from diesel exhaust
fluids.'

The tank is full when the fill level in the botj
tle no longer changes. It is not possible to overfill.5.Pull back the bottle, see arrow, and unjscrew it.6.Replace the fuel cap and turn it clockwise.7.Close the fuel filler flap.
Filling
with
an
incorrect
fluid
Information WARNING
After adding an incorrect fluid, e.g., antij
freeze for washer fluid, the system can heat
and ignite. There is a risk of fire and injuries. Do not add incorrect fluids. Do not start the enjgine after adding an incorrect fluid.'

Wheels
and
tiresVehicle
features
and
options
This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due
to the selected options or country versions.
This also applies to safety-related functions
and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable country provisions
must be observed.
Tire
inflation
pressure
Safety
information
The tire characteristics and tire inflation presj
sure influence the following:'yThe service life of the tires.'yRoad safety.'yDriving comfort.
Checking
the
tire
inflation
pressure
WARNING
A tire with low or missing tire inflation
pressure impacts handling, such as steering
and braking response. There is a risk of an acj
cident. Regularly check the tire inflation presj sure, and correct it as needed, e.g., twice amonth and before a long trip.'

These pressure values can also be found onthe tire inflation pressure label on the driver's
door pillar.
Do not exceed a speed of 100 mph/160 km/h.
Tire
inflation
pressure
values
up
to
100
mph/160
km/h
320i,
320i
xDrive
Tire sizePressure specifications
in bar/PSISpecifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires225/50 R 17 94 V
M+S A/S RSC
225/50 R 17 94 W
RSC
225/50 R 17 94 H
M+S RSC2.2 / 322.2 / 32225/45 R 18 91 V
M+S A/S RSC
225/45 R 18 91 Y
RSC
225/45 R 18 95 V
M+S XL RSC2.2 / 322.4 / 35Front: 225/45 R 18
91 Y RSC2.2 / 32-Rear: 255/40 R 18
95 Y RSC-2.2 / 32Tire sizePressure specifications
in bar/PSIFront: 225/40 R 19
89 Y RSC2.2 / 32-Rear: 255/35 R 19
92 Y RSC-2.4 / 35Front: 225/35 R 20
90 Y XL RSC2.5 / 36-Rear: 255/30 R 20
92 Y XL RSC-3.0 / 44Front: 225/45 ZR
18 95 Y XL Std2.4 / 35-Rear: 255/40 ZR
18 99 Y XL Std-2.4 / 35Emergency wheel:
T 135/80 R 17 102
MSpeed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
4.2 / 60
330i,
328d,
330i
xDrive,
328d
xDrive
Tire sizePressure specifications
in bar/PSISpecifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires225/50 R 17 94 V
M+S A/S RSC
225/50 R 17 94 W
RSC
225/50 R 17 94 H
M+S RSC2.2 / 322.2 / 32225/45 R 18 91 V
M+S A/S RSC
225/45 R 18 91 Y
RSC
225/45 R 18 95 V
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