BMW M3 2018 Owners Manual

CoolantVehicle
equipment
This
chapter
describes
all
standard,
country-spejcific
and
special
equipment
available
for
themodel
series.
Therefore
equipment
which
is
not
installed
in
your
vehicle,
for
example
on
account
of
the
optional
equipment
selected
or
the
counj
try
specification,
may
also
be
described
here.
This
also
applies
to
safety-relevant
functions
and
systems.
Comply
with
the
relevant
laws
and
regj ulations
when
using
the
corresponding
functions
and
systems.
General
The
vehicle
has
two
coolant
tanks
located
in
the engine
compartment.
To
guarantee
operational
safety
of
the
vehicle, always
check
the
coolant
levels
of
both
coolanttanks.
Not
all
commercially
available
additives
are
suitaj
ble
for
the
vehicle.
Information
regarding
suitable additives
is
available
from
a
Service
Partner
of
the
manufacturer
or
another
qualified
Service Partner
or
a
specialist
workshop.
Safety
notes
WARNING
If
the
cooling
system
is
opened
when
the
enj
gine
is
hot,
coolant
can
escape
and
cause
scalds.
There
is
a
danger
of
injury.
Only
open
the
cooling
system
when
the
engine
has
cooled
down.
WARNING
Additives
are
harmful
to
health
and
incorrect
additives
can
damage
the
engine.
There
is
a danger
of
injury
and
damage
to
property.
Donot
allow
additives
to
come
into
contact
with
clothing,
skin
or
eyes,
and
do
not
swallow
them.
Only
use
suitable
additives.
Coolant
level
Checking
1.Allow
the
engine
to
cool
down.2.Open
the
bonnet.3.Turn
cap
on
coolant
tank
slightly
anticlockj
wise,
then
allow
the
pressure
to
escape.4.Open
cap
on
coolant
tank.5.The
coolant
level
is
correct
if
it
is
between the
Min.
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Topping
up1.Allow
the
engine
to
cool
down.2.Turn
the
cap
on
the
coolant
tank
slightly
antij
clockwise
until
it
starts
to
open,
then
allow
the
pressure
to
escape
before
opening
it
fully.3.If
necessary,
slowly
top
up
to
the
correct
level;
do
not
overfill.4.Tighten
cap.5.Have
the
cause
of
coolant
loss
rectified
as
soon
as
possible.
Disposal
When
disposing
of
coolant
and
coolant
additives,
comply
with
the
relevant
envij
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protection
regulations.
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MaintenanceVehicle
equipment
This
chapter
describes
all
standard,
country-spejcific
and
special
equipment
available
for
themodel
series.
Therefore
equipment
which
is
not
installed
in
your
vehicle,
for
example
on
account
of
the
optional
equipment
selected
or
the
counj
try
specification,
may
also
be
described
here.
This
also
applies
to
safety-relevant
functions
and
systems.
Comply
with
the
relevant
laws
and
regj ulations
when
using
the
corresponding
functions
and
systems.
BMW
Maintenance
System
The
Maintenance
System
indicates
what
maintej nance
measures
are
required,
thus
providingsupport
in
maintaining
the
road
and
operational
safety
of
the
vehicle.
The
exact
work
required
and
the
maintenance
inj
tervals
may
vary
depending
on
the
country
specj
ifications.
Replacement
work,
spare
parts,
operj
ating
materials
and
wear
materials
are
calculated
separately.
Additional
information
is
available from
a
Service
Partner
of
the
manufacturer
or
anj
other
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialist
workshop.
Condition
Based
Service, CBS
Principle Sensors
and
special
algorithms
monitor
the
conjditions
in
which
the
vehicle
is
used.
CBS
uses
this
information
to
determine
the
maintenance
requirement.
The
system
thus
enables
the
scope
of
the
mainj
tenance
work
to
be
adapted
to
the
individual
usj
age
profile.
General
Information
on
service
requirements,
see
page
129,
can
be
displayed
on
the
Control
Disj
play.
Service
data
in
the
remote
control
Information
about
the
maintenance
requirement is
continuously
stored
in
the
remote
control.
TheService
Partner
can
read
out
this
data
and
sugjgest
a
maintenance
scope
for
your
vehicle.
It
is
important,
therefore,
that
you
hand
the
servjice
advisor
the
remote
control
that
was
last
used
for
driving
the
vehicle.
Periods
out
of
use
Periods
when
the
vehicle
is
out
of
use
with
its
battery
disconnected
are
not
taken
into
account.
In
such
cases,
have
any
time-dependent
maintejnance
procedures,
for
example
for
the
brake
fluid
and,
where
applicable,
the
engine
oil
and
microj filter/activated
charcoal
filter,
updated
by
a
Servjice
Partner
of
the
manufacturer
or
another
qualij
fied
Service
Partner
or
a
specialist
workshop.
Service
history
Maintenance
and
repairs
Have
maintenance
and
repairs
carried
out
by
a
Service
Partner
of
the
manufacturer
or
another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialist
workj
shop.
Entries The
maintenance
work
carried
out
is
entered
inthe
maintenance
records
and
the
vehicle
data.
As
with
a
service
booklet,
the
entries
provide
evij
dence
of
regular
maintenance.
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If
an
entry
is
made
in
the
electronic
service
hisjtory
of
the
vehicle,
service-relevant
data
is
savedboth
in
the
vehicle
and
on
the
central
IT
systems
of
BMW
AG,
Munich.
The
data
entered
in
the
electronic
service
history
can
also
be
viewed
by
the
new
vehicle
owner
afj
ter
a
change
of
vehicle
owner.
A
Service
Partner
of
the
manufacturer
or
another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialist
workshop
can
view
the
data
entered
in
the
electronic
service
history.
Objection The
vehicle
owner
can
contact
a
Service
Partner
of
the
manufacturer
or
another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialist
workshop
to
object
to
any
entries
being
made
in
the
electronic
service
hisj
tory,
and
to
the
associated
storage
in
the
vehicle
and
transfer
to
the
vehicle
manufacturer
of
any
data
relating
to
his/her
time
as
the
vehicle
owner.
In
that
case,
no
entry
is
made
in
the
electronic
service
history
of
the
vehicle.
Displays
The
entered
maintenance
activities
can
be
disj played
using
the
service
history,
see
page
130,
on
the
Control
Display.
For
Australia/New
Zealand:maintenance
No
maintenance
work
other
than
normal
maintej
nance
is
required
to
keep
the
emission
levels
of
your
vehicle
within
the
design
limits.
Socket
for
on-boarddiagnosis,
OBD
General
Devices
connected
to
the
OBD
socket
trigger the
alarm
system
when
the
vehicle
is
locked.
Rejmove
any
devices
connected
to
the
OBD
socket
before
locking
the
vehicle.
Safety
note
NOTE
Incorrect
use
of
the
socket
for
on-board
diagj
nosis,
OBD
can
result
in
malfunctions
in
the
vej
hicle.
There
is
a
danger
of
damage
to
property.
Only
have
service
and
maintenance
work
inj
volving
the
socket
for
on-board
diagnosis,
OBD
carried
out
by
a
Service
Partner
of
the
manuj
facturer
or
another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialist
workshop,
or
other
authorised
perj
sons.
Only
connect
devices
that
have
been
tesj
ted
and
found
to
be
safe
for
use
with
the
socket
for
on-board
diagnosis,
OBD.
Position
The
OBD
socket
for
checking
emissions-relej
vant
components
is
located
on
the
driver's
side.
Emissions
'xThe
warning
lamp
flashes:
There
is
an
engine
malfunction
that
could
damage
the
catalytic
converter.
Have
the
vehicle
checked
as
soon
as
possible.'xThe
warning
lamp
is
illuminated:
Deterioration
of
exhaust
emissions.
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the
vehicle
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Recycling
The
manufacturer
of
your
vehicle
recommends
handing
the
vehicle
in
at
a
take-back
point
nomij
nated
by
the
manufacturer
at
the
end
of
its
life cycle.
The
regulations
concerning
the
returning
of
end-of-life
vehicles
may
vary
from
country
to
country.
Additional
information
is
available
from
a Service
Partner
of
the
manufacturer
or
another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialist
workj
shop.
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Replacing
partsVehicle
equipment
This
chapter
describes
all
standard,
country-spejcific
and
special
equipment
available
for
themodel
series.
Therefore
equipment
which
is
not
installed
in
your
vehicle,
for
example
on
account
of
the
optional
equipment
selected
or
the
counj
try
specification,
may
also
be
described
here.
This
also
applies
to
safety-relevant
functions
and
systems.
Comply
with
the
relevant
laws
and
regj ulations
when
using
the
corresponding
functions
and
systems.
On-board
tool
kit
The
on-board
tool
kit
is
located
in
a
compartj
ment
on
the
right
in
the
boot.
Open
the
cover.
Wiper
blades
Safety
notes
NOTE
The
window
may
sustain
damage
if
the
wiper
falls
onto
it
without
the
wiper
blade
installed. There
is
a
danger
of
damage
to
property.
Holdthe
wiper
firmly
when
changing
the
wiper
blade.Do
not
fold
in
or
switch
on
the
wiper
without
awiper
blade
installed.
NOTE
When
wipers
are
folded
away
from
the
windj
screen,
they
can
be
trapped
when
the
bonnet is
opened.
There
is
a
danger
of
damage
toproperty.
Before
opening
the
bonnet,
make
sure
that
the
wipers
with
wiper
blades
fitted
are
in
contact
with
the
windscreen.
Replacing
the
front
wiper
blades
1.To
replace
the
wiper
blades,
move
the
wipers
in
the
fold-out
position,
see
page
112.2.Fold
out
wiper
arm
and
hold
firm.3.Press
together
securing
spring,
arrow
1,
and
fold
out
the
wiper
blade,
arrow
2.4.Take
the
wiper
blade
forwards
out
of
the
fitj ting.5.Insert
the
new
wiper
blade
in
the
opposite
sejquence
until
it
engages.6.Folding
in
the
wipers.
Replacing
lights
and
bulbs
General
Bulbs
and
lights
Lights
and
bulbs
are
an
important
aspect
of
drivj
ing
safety.
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The
manufacturer
of
the
vehicle
recommends
having
the
corresponding
work
carried
out
by
a Service
Partner
of
the
manufacturer
or
another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialist
workj
shop.
A
box
of
spare
bulbs
is
available
from
a
Service
Partner
of
the
manufacturer
or
another
qualified Service
Partner
or
a
specialist
workshop.
Comply
with
the
safety
notes,
see
page
257.
Light-emitting
diodes,
LEDs
Some
equipment
versions
have
light-emitting
dij
odes
behind
a
cover
as
a
light
source.
These
light-emitting
diodes
are
similar
to
conventional
lasers
and
are
classified
by
legislation
as
Class
1
light-emitting
diodes.
Comply
with
the
safety
notes,
see
page
257.
Safety
notes
Bulbs
and
lights
WARNING
Bulbs
can
become
hot
during
operation.
Conj
tact
with
the
bulbs
can
lead
to
burns.
There
is
a danger
of
injury.
Only
replace
bulbs
when
they
have
cooled
down.
WARNING
Short
circuits
can
occur
when
working
on
lightj ing
systems
that
are
switched
on.
There
is
a
danger
of
injury
or
damage
to
property.
Switch
the
respective
lights
off
when
working
on
the lighting
system.
Where
applicable,
observe
the
enclosed
instructions
from
the
bulb
manufacj
turer.
NOTE
Dirty
bulbs
have
a
reduced
lifetime.
There
is
a
danger
of
damage
to
property.
Do
not
touch
the
glass
of
new
bulbs
with
your
bare
hands. Use
a
clean
tissue
or
similar,
or
hold
the
bulb
by
its
base.
Light-emitting
diodes,
LEDs
WARNING
Intense
brightness
can
irritate
or
harm
the
retj
ina
of
the
eye.
There
is
a
danger
of
injury.
Do not
look
directly
into
the
headlights
or
other
light
sources.
Do
not
remove
covers
from LEDs.
Headlight
glass
During
cool
or
humid
weather,
the
exterior
lights
can
mist
over
on
the
inside.
When
driving
with the
lights
switched
on,
the
condensation
disapjpears
after
a
short
time.
There
is
no
need
to
rej
place
the
headlight
glass.
If
moisture
increasingly
forms,
for
example
if
there
are
water
droplets
in
the
lamp,
despite
the
headlights
being
switched
on,
have
the
headj
lights
checked.
Front
lights,
replacing
the
lamps
LED
headlights
Light-emitting
diodes,
LEDs
All
front
lights
and
side
turn
indicators
are
in
LED
technology.
Contact
a
Service
Partner
of
the
manufacturer
or
another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialist workshop
in
the
case
of
a
defect.
Turn
indicator
in
exterior
mirror The
turn
indicators
in
the
exterior
mirrors
useLED
technology.
Contact
a
Service
Partner
of
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or
another
qualified
ServicePartner
or
a
specialist
workshop
in
the
case
of
adefect.
Rear
lights,
replacing
the
bulbs
Overview1Turn
indicator2Rear
fog
lights3Reversing
light4Tail
lights5Brake
light
Replacing
the
lamps
of
outer
rear
lights
The
outer
rear
lights
use
LED
technology.
Conj tact
a
Service
Partner
of
the
manufacturer
or
anj other
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialist
workshop
in
the
case
of
a
defect.
Lights
in
the
boot
lid
General
Comply
with
the
safety
notes,
see
page
257.
Reversing
light:
21
watt
bulb,
H21W. All
other
lights
in
the
boot
lid
use
LED
technolj ogy.
Contact
a
Service
Partner
of
the
manufacj
turer
or
another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialist
workshop
in
the
case
of
a
defect.
Access
to
the
lights1.If
necessary
remove
warning
triangle,
see
page
262,
and
bracket
with
the
screwdriver
from
the
on-board
tool
kit,
see
page
256.2.Undo
the
fastenings
of
the
trim
with
the
screwdriver
from
the
on-board
tool
kit
andpull
out
completely.3.Carefully
remove
the
trim
from
the
boot
lid,
first
on
the
edge
and
then
in
the
area
of
the recessed
handles.
Ensure
that
the
trim
does
not
get
caught.4.Carefully
unclip
the
trim.
Changing
rear
light
1.Pull
out
bulb
holder.2.Unscrew
the
bulb
from
the
bulb
holder
by turning
it
anticlockwise.3.Install
new
bulb.
Number
plate
lights
and
centre
brake
light
These
lights
use
LED
technology.
Contact
a
Service
Partner
of
the
manufacturer
or
another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialist
workshop
in
the
case
of
a
defect.
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battery
MaintenanceThe
battery
is
maintenance-free.
More
information
regarding
the
battery
can
be
obtained
from
a
Service
Partner
of
the
manufacj
turer
or
another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a specialist
workshop.
Replacing
the
vehicle
battery General
The
manufacturer
of
your
vehicle
recommends
having
a
Service
Partner
of
the
manufacturer
or another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialistworkshop
register
the
vehicle
battery
to
the
vehijcle
after
the
battery
has
been
replaced.
Once
the
battery
has
been
registered
again,
all
comfort
functions
will
be
available
without
restriction
and any
Check
Control
messages
relating
to
thecomfort
functions
will
no
longer
be
displayed.
Safety
note
NOTE
Vehicle
batteries
that
are
classified
as
unsuitaj ble
may
damage
systems
or
result
in
functions
no
longer
being
carried
out.
There
is
a
danger of
damage
to
property.
Only
use
vehicle
batterjies
that
have
been
classified
as
suitable
by
the
vehicle
manufacturer.
Charging
the
battery
General Ensure
the
battery
is
sufficiently
charged
to
guarantee
the
entire
lifetime
of
the
battery.
The
battery
may
need
to
be
charged
in
thefollowing
cases:
'xWhen
making
frequent
short
journeys.'xIf
the
vehicle
is
not
used
for
periods
of
longerthan
one
month.
Safety
notes
NOTE
Incompatible
external
battery
chargers
can damage
the
vehicle.
There
is
a
danger
of
damj
age
to
property.
Use
battery
chargers
that
have
been
categorised
as
suitable
for
the
respective
vehicle
type
by
the
vehicle
manufacturer.
Obj
serve
the
maximum
charge
voltage.
Maximum
charge
voltage:
14.4
Volt.
NOTE
Battery
chargers
for
the
vehicle
battery
can
opj erate
with
high
voltages
and
high
currents,
which
can
overload
or
damage
the
12-volt
on-
board
network.
There
is
a
danger
of
damage
to
property.
Only
connect
battery
chargers
for
the
vehicle
battery
to
the
jump-starting
connecj
tions
in
the
engine
compartment.
Jump-starting
connections
Only
charge
the
battery
via
the
jump-starting
connections,
see
page
265,
in
the
engine
comj
partment
and
with
the
engine
switched
off.
Battery
charger Battery
chargers
developed
especially
for
the
vej
hicle
and
suitable
for
the
on-board
network
can be
obtained
from
a
Service
Partner
of
the
manujfacturer
or
another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
aspecialist
workshop.
Power
failure
Following
an
electrical
power
outage,
some equipment
will
have
to
be
reinitialised
or
individjual
settings
will
need
to
be
updated,
for
example:
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and
mirror
memory:
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Roof
and
sun
guard:
initialise
system.
Disposing
of
the
old
batteryDispose
of
old
batteries
at
a
Service
Partner
of
the
manufacturer
or
another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialist
workshop
or
hand
them
into
an
authorised
colj
lecting
point.
Fuses
General The
fuses
are
located
at
two
different
positionsin
the
vehicle.
Fuse
assignment
information
and
details
on
the
positions
of
any
other
fuse
boxes
can
be
found
in
a
separate
leaflet
in
the
fuse
box
in
the
boot.
Safety
note
WARNING
Incorrect
or
repaired
fuses
can
overload
electrij cal
cables
and
components.
There
is
a
risk
offire.
Do
not
repair
blown
fuses
or
renew
them
with
fuses
of
a
different
colour
or
amp
rating.
In
the
engine
compartment
General On
right-hand
drive
vehicles,
the
fuses
are
locaj
ted
on
the
opposite
side
of
the
engine
compartj ment.
Removing
the
cover1.Undo
the
three
screws
of
the
cover,
arrow
1,with
the
on-board
tool.2.Pull
fastening
upwards,
arrow
2.3.Remove
cover
from
the
side,
arrow
3.4.Press
on
the
four
fastenings
and
remove
thelid.
Attaching
covers
1.When
attaching
the
lid,
ensure
that
all
four
fastenings
are
engaged.2.Attach
cover
under
the
rubber
lip
and
then thread
between
the
webs.3.Press
fastening
downwards
and
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