BMW 3 SERIES 2018 Owners Manual

MaintenanceVehicle
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 laws and regulations
must be observed.
BMW
maintenance
system The maintenance system indicates requiredmaintenance measures, and thereby provides
support in maintaining road safety and the opj erational reliability of the vehicle.
In some cases, scopes and intervals may vary
according to the country-specific version. Rej
placement work, spare parts, fuels and lubrij
cants, and wear materials are calculated sepaj rately. Further information is available from a
dealerss service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
Condition
Based
Service
CBS
Concept
Sensors and special algorithms take into acj
count the driving conditions of the vehicle.
CBS uses these to calculate the need for
maintenance.
The system makes it possible to adapt the amount of maintenance corresponding to your user profile.General
information
Information on service requirements, refer to page 112, can be displayed on the Control Disj
play.
Service
data
in
the
remote
control Information on the required maintenance iscontinuously stored in the remote control. Thedealerss service center can read this data outand suggest a maintenance scope for the vehijcle.
Therefore, hand the service advisor the remote
control with which the vehicle was driven most
recently.
Storage
periods Storage periods during which the vehicle batj
tery was disconnected are not taken into acj count.
If this occurs, have a dealer's service center or another qualified service center or repair shopupdate the time-dependent maintenance projcedures, such as checking brake fluid and, if
necessary, changing the engine oil and the mij
crofilter/activated-charcoal filter.
Service
and
WarrantyInformation
Booklet
for
US
models
and
Warranty
and Service
Guide
Booklet
for
Canadian
models
Please consult your Service and Warranty Inj
formation Booklet for US models and Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian modjels for additional information on service rejquirements.
The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends that maintenance and repair be performed by a
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service center or repair shop. Records of reguj
lar maintenance and repair work should be rej
tained.
Socket
for
OBD
Onboard
Diagnosis
Safety
information NOTE
The socket for Onboard Diagnosis is an
intricate component intended to be used in
conjunction with specialized equipment to check the vehicless primary emissions system.Improper use of the socket for Onboard Diagjnosis, or contact with the socket for Onboard
Diagnosis for other than its intended purpose,
can cause vehicle malfunctions and creates risks of personal and property damage. Given
the foregoing, the manufacture of your vehicle
strongly recommends that access to the socket for Onboard Diagnosis be limited to a
dealer's service center or another qualified service center or repair shop or other persons
that have the specialized training and equipj
ment for purposes of properly utilizing the
socket for Onboard Diagnosis.'

Replacing
componentsVehicle
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 laws and regulations
must be observed.
Onboard
vehicle
tool
kit
The onboard vehicle tool kit is located on the
right side in the cargo area in a storage comj partment. Open the cover.
Wiper
blade
replacement Safety
information NOTE
The window may sustain damage if the
wiper falls onto it without the wiper blade inj
stalled. There is a risk of damage to property.
Hold the wiper firmly when changing the wiper
blade. Do not fold or switch on the wiper withj
out a wiper blade installed.'

erss service center or another qualified servicecenter or repair shop.
A spare light box is available from a dealerss
service center or another qualified service cenj
ter or repair shop.
Follow the safety information, refer to
page 264.
Light-emitting
diodes
(LEDs) Some items of equipment use light-emitting
diodes installed behind a cover as a light
source. These light-emitting diodes are related
to conventional lasers and are officially desigj
nated as Class 1 light-emitting diodes.
Follow the safety information, refer to
page 264.
Safety
information
Lights
and
bulbs WARNING
Bulbs can get hot during operation. Conj
tact with the bulbs can cause burns. There is a
risk of injury. Only change bulbs after they
have cooled off.'

35-watt bulb, H8.1.Use the handle of the screwdriver from theonboard vehicle tool kit to remove the
three wheel house panel screws, arrow 1. Carefully pull back the wheel house panel,
arrow 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 counterclockj wise.
Remove the bulb.3.Insert the new bulb, connect the connector and screw on the wheel house panel.
LED
front
fog
lights
These front fog lights are made using LED
technology. In the case of a malfunction, conj
tact a dealerss service center or another qualij fied service center or repair shop.
Turn
signal
in
exterior
mirrorThe turn signals in the exterior mirrors feature
LED technology. In the case of a malfunction,
contact a dealerss service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop.
Tail
lights,
bulb
replacement
Overview1Turn signal2Inside brake light3Reversing light4Rear lights5Outside brake light
Bulb
replacement,
exterior
tail
lights The outer tail lights are made using LED techjnology. In the case of a malfunction, contact a
dealerss service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
Lights
in
the
tailgate General
information
Follow the safety information, refer to
page 264.
Reversing lights: 21-watt bulb, H21W. All lights in the tailgate are made using LEDtechnology. In the case of a malfunction, conj
tact a dealerss service center or another qualij fied service center or repair shop.
Accessing
the
lights
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driver from the onboard vehicle tool kit, rejfer to page 263.2.Use the screwdriver from the onboard vej
hicle tool kit to loosen and completely rej
move the screws on the trim.3.Carefully loosen the trim from the tailgate,
starting at the edge and working toward
the area around the recessed grips. Make sure that the trim does not become stuck.4.Carefully swing out the trim.
Changing
reversing
lights
1.Pull the bulb holder out.2.Unscrew the bulb from the bulb holder
counter-clockwise.3.Insert the new bulb.
License
plate
lights
and
center
brake light
These lights are made using LED technology.
In the case of a malfunction, contact a dealerss service center or another qualified service cenj
ter or repair shop.
Vehicle
battery
Maintenance
The battery is maintenance-free.
The added amount of acid is sufficient for the service life of the battery.
More information about the battery can be rej quested from a dealerss service center or anjother qualified service center or repair shop.
Replacing
the
vehicle
battery
General
information
The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends that you have a dealerss service center or anjother qualified service center or repair shop
register the vehicle battery to the vehicle after
the battery has been replaced. Once the batj tery has been registered again, all comfort feaj
tures will be available without restriction and
any Check Control messages displayed which
relate to comfort features will disappear.
Safety
information NOTE
Vehicle batteries that are not compatible
can damage vehicle systems and impair vehij cle functions. There is a risk of personal and
property damage. Only vehicle batteries that are compatible with your vehicle type should
be installed in your vehicle. Information on
compatible vehicle batteries is available at your
dealerss service center.'

The battery may need to be charged in the folj
lowing cases:'yWhen making frequent short-distance
drives.'yIf the vehicle is not used for more than a month.
Safety
information
NOTE
Battery chargers for the vehicle battery
can work with high voltages and currents,
which means that the 12 volt on-board netj work can be overloaded or damaged. There is
a risk of damage to property. Only connect battery chargers for the vehicle battery to thestarting aid terminals in the engine compartj
ment.'

3.Remove the cover from one side, arrow 3.4.Press the four fasteners and remove the
cover.
Attaching
the
covers
1.When attaching the cover, make sure that all four fasteners are engaged.2.Attach the cover under the rubber lip and
then thread it between the bars.3.Press down on the holder and tighten the
three screws.
In
the
cargo
area
Fold up the cargo floor panel.
Information on the fuse types and locations is
found on a separate sheet.
Replacing
fuses
The vehicle manufacturer recommends that
you have a dealer's service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop replace
the fuses.
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Breakdown
assistanceVehicle
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 laws and regulations
must be observed.
Hazard
warning
flashers
The button is located in the center console.
The red light in the button flashes when the
hazard warning flashers are activated.
Intelligent
emergency
call
Concept
In case of an emergency, an Emergency Rej
quest can be made through the system.
General
information Only press the SOS button in an emergency.
For technical reasons, the Emergency Request cannot be guaranteed under unfavorable conj
ditions.
Overview
SOS button in the roofliner
Functional
requirements
'yThe SIM card integrated in the vehicle hasbeen activated.'yThe radio-ready state is switched on.'yThe Assist system is functional.
Initiating
an
Emergency
Request
automatically
Under certain conditions, for instance if the airj bags trigger, an Emergency Request is autoj
matically initiated immediately after an accij
dent of corresponding severity. Automatic
Collision Notification is not affected by pressj
ing the SOS button.
Initiating
an
Emergency
Request
manually
1.Press the cover briefly to open it.2.Press the SOS button until the LED at the button lights up green.'yThe LED is illuminated green when an
Emergency Request has been initiated.
If a cancel prompt appears on the Control
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If the situation allows, wait in your vehicle
until the voice connection has been estabj
lished.'yThe LED flashes green when a connection to the BMW Response Center has been
established.
The BMW Response Center then makes contact with you and takes further steps to
help you.
Even if you are unable to respond, the
BMW Response Center can take further
steps to help you under certain circumj
stances.
For this, data is transmitted to the BMW
Response Center which serves to deterj
mine the necessary rescue measures. E.g., the current position of the vehicle, if it canbe established.
Even if you can no longer hear the BMW Response Center through the loudspeakj
ers, the BMW Response Center may still
be able to hear you.
The BMW Response Center ends the Emerj
gency Request.
Roadside
Assistance
General
information
Roadside Assistance can be reached around the clock in many countries. You can obtain asjsistance there in the event of a vehicle breakjdown.
Roadside
Assistance
Concept
BMW Roadside Assistance can be contacted if
assistance is needed in the event of a breakj down.
General
information
In the event of a breakdown, data on the vehij
cle's condition are sent directly to Roadside Assistance.
Roadside Assistance can also be contacted via
a Check Control message, refer to page 109.
Requirements'yActive ConnectedDrive contract, equipj
ment version with Intelligent emergency call or BMW ConnectedDrive services.'yCellular network reception.'yThe ignition is switched on.
Starting
Roadside
Assistance
If the vehicle is equipped with Teleservices,
support is offered through Teleservice Diagnoj
sis.
Via iDrive:
1."ConnectedDrive"2."BMW Assist"3."BMW Roadside Assistance"
A voice connection is established.
Teleservice
Diagnosis
Teleservice Diagnosis enables the wireless
transmission of detailed vehicle data that is imj
portant for vehicle diagnosis. This data is transmitted automatically.
A voice connection is established to Roadside
Assistance.
Starting
Teleservice
Help
Teleservice Help is a country-specific feature
that enables an in-depth diagnosis of the vehij
cle by Roadside Assistance via wireless transj mission.
You can launch Teleservice Help by requesting
it through Roadside Assistance.
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