brakes BMW M3 2004 E46 Service and warranty information

5
1200 Mile Service
Engine Oil Service
Engine Compartment
Change oil and oil filter while engine is at normal operating temperature. 
Use only Castrol TWS Motorsport SAE 10W-60 Synthetic Oil or Castrol
Formula RS 10W-60 Synthetic oil, BMW p/n 07 51 0 009 420.
Reset service interval indicator. 
Replace microfilter. 
Check overall thickness of rear disc brake pads using special tool.rear
If replacement is necessary: Examine brake disc surfaces. Clean brake pad
contact points in calipers. Grease wheel centering hubs.
Check thickness of parking brake linings only when replacing rear pads.
Remove and install front disc brake pads, check overall thickness. 
Examine brake disc surfaces. Clean brake pad contact points in calipers.
Grease wheel centering hubs.
Check parking brake actuation. Adjust if necessary. 
Body
Convertible: Lubricate convertible top sliding linkage covers. 
M3
Read out diagnostic system.
Change oil and filter while engine is at normal operating temperature. 
Use only Castrol TWS Motorsport SAE 10W-60 Synthetic Oil,
BMW p/n 07 51 0 009 420.
Replace transmission fluid. 
Replace differential oil. 
Check all warning/indicator lights, check control. 
Road test with check of brakes, suspension, steering,
clutch/manual transmission. 

Body/ElectricalM3
Check battery state-of-charge indicator and charge if required. 
Check lighting system, i.e.: headlights, foglights, parking, back-up, license 
plate, interior (including map reading lights), glove box, flashlight,
illuminated makeup mirrors, luggage compartment/area lights.
Check instrument panel and dashboard illumination. 
Check all warning/indicator lights, check control. 
Check turn signals, hazard warning flashers, brake lights, horns, headlight 
dimmer and flasher switch.
Check wipers and washer system(s); wiper blades, washer jet positions. 
Check condition and function of safety belts. 
Visually examine all SRS airbag units for torn covers, obvious damage 
or attachment of decals, decorations or accessories.
Check central locking/double lock. 
Check operation of all latches. 
Check heater/air conditioner blower, rear window defogger. 
Check rear view mirrors. 
Convertible: Activate automatic roll-over protection system via OBD plug. 
Note: First remove hardtop/lower top.
Convertible: Lubricate convertible top sliding linkage covers. 
Final Inspection
Road test with check of brakes, suspension, steering, clutch/manual 
transmission.
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