Sulev BMW 3 SERIES 2007 E90 Service and warranty information

Table of Contents
Page
Models Covered in this Booklet....................................... 1
Introduction (for SULEV (PZEV) only) . . ................................. 1
The BMW Maintenance Program - All 2007 3 Series . ....................... 1
Coverage ......................................................1
Maintenance Intervals..............................................1
Exclusions from coverage...........................................2
Maintenance Upgrade Option.........................................2
Maintenance Program.............................................. 2
The BMW Maintenance Program...................................... 2
Condition Based Service (CBS).......................................2
Service Interval Display............................................ 3
Info Display screen contents.........................................3
Control Display screen contents.......................................3
Red Sectors....................................................3
Yellow Sectors...................................................3
Green lamps....................................................4
Quality Certification I...............................................5
Special Note....................................................5
Maintenance summary............................................. 5
Standard operations...............................................5
Engine oil......................................................5
Microfilter......................................................5
Frontbrake .....................................................5
Rearbrake......................................................5
Vehicle Check...................................................6
Brake fluid......................................................6
Spark plugs.....................................................6
Automatic Transmission............................................6
Evidence of maintenance work....................................... 7
Emission Control Maintenance Schedule............................... 15
BatteryCare .................................................... 15
Corrosion Protection............................................. 15
Restoring corrosion protection.......................................15
Underbody maintenance...........................................16
Body Inspection................................................. 17
Customer Assistance Information.................................... 23
Customer Assistance - Notification ................................... 23
BBB Auto Line..................................................24
California Residents..............................................24
Special Programs................................................ 26

California Emission Warranty — SULEV (PZEV)........................... 40
Summary of BMW Limited Warranties for SULEV(PZEV) Models . .............. 41
California Emission Control Warranty Statement SULEV (PZEV)*
Your Warranty Rights and Obligations................................ 42
Manufacturers Warranty Coverage:....................................42
Owners Warranty Responsibilities:.....................................42
California Emission Control System Limited Warranty SULEV (PZEV)*.......... 43
What is not covered..............................................44
General.......................................................44Page

Models Covered in this Booklet
328i Sedan
328xi Sedan
335i Sedan
328i Coupe
328xi Coupe
335i Coupe
328i Sports Wagon
328xi Sports Wagon
(SULEV (PZEV):
328i Sedan
328i Coupe
328xi Sedan
328xi Coupe
Introduction (for SULEV (PZEV)
only)
Certain 2007 328i models are certified to Califor-
nia’s stringent Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle
(SULEV) standards and also qualify as a Partial
Zero Emission Vehicle (PZEV) under the Califor-
nia Air Resources Board Zero Emission Vehicle
program. In addition to very low tailpipe and zero-
evaporative emissions, this PZEV certification
includes a unique warranty when the vehicle is
registered in California and certain Northeastern
states as indicated in the SULEV (PZEV) section
beginning on page 40. SULEV(PZEV) models
registered in Oregon and Washington are cov-
ered by the California Emission Warranty begin-
ning on page 37.
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 below; the SULEV
(PZEV) certification is stated on the bottom line.
The BMW Maintenance Program -
All 2007 3 Series
The BMW Maintenance Program is a benefit
designed to help reduce the cost of ownership.
2007 3 Series vehiclespurchased from any
Authorized BMW center in the United States or
Puerto Rico are covered by The BMW Mainte-
nance Program for 48 months or 50,000 miles,
whichever occurs first. Coverage begins on the
date of first retail sale or the date the vehicle is
first placed in service as a demonstrator or com-
pany vehicle, whichever is earlier.
Any authorized BMW center in the United States
or Puerto Rico will perform the scheduled main-
tenance services on your vehicle at no expense
to you. The maintenance schedule intervals are
based on average driving conditions and opera-
tion.Should you request more frequent main-
tenance service, the cost of these services
will not be covered by the Maintenance
Program.
Coverage
The BMW Maintenance Programcovers all
factory recommended maintenance, as deter-
mined by the Condition Based Service (CBS)
system. Additional items that need replacement
due to normal wear and tear, and that are not cov-
ered by the original New Vehicle Limited War-
ranty - such as brake pads, brake rotors, and
wiper blades inserts - are included, provided
wear and tear exceeds BMW wear limits. Any
adjustments required due to normal operating
conditions are also included. See pages 5-6 of
this booklet for additional information.
Maintenance Intervals
Time intervals should be followed using the
maintenance interval as indicated by the BMW
Condition Based Service (CBS) display.
This BMW Service and Warranty Information
Booklet should be presented to your BMW cen-
ter when maintenance is required. Your BMW
center will stamp this booklet documenting the
services or maintenance performed.
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Green lamps
No service is currently required.
You can request more detailed information on
every entry.
Turn the controller to scroll through the list, then
confirm the selected entry.
Confirm to exit the list.
The vehicles current service status is automati-
cally saved in the vehicles ignition key. The Ser-
vice Advisor at your BMW center has a device
called a key reader. When your Service Advisor
inserts your key into the key reader, all pertinent
vehicle and servicing data will be available, and a
customized maintenance checklist is printed out
based on the specific operations called for by the
Condition Based Service.
The performance of certain subsequent mainte-
nance elements, as required by the BMW New
Vehicle Limited Warranty, will be specified at
intervals computed by the BMW Service Interval
Indicator as follows:
– Oil Service: Engine oil should be changed with
the engine at operating temperature.Note:
Change oil at least once a year.
All 2007 model year 3 Series vehicles are facto-
ry-filled with BMW High Performance Synthetic
oils. At the time of the printing of this booklet, the
following oils are strongly recommended and
approved by BMW:
•BMW High Performance 5W-30 Synthetic Oil
(BMW part number 07 51 0 017 866)
•Mobil 1 0W-40
BMW is evaluating various synthetic oils for
inclusion in our list of recommended engine oils.
For the most current list of synthetic oils, please
contact your BMW center, or call BMW of NorthAmerica, LLC. at 1 800 831-1117. You can also
obtain this information from our website,
www.bmwusa.com/.
BMW recommends that you check your engine
oil level whenever you add fuel to your vehicle. If
you need to add oil between oil changes and are
unable to obtain BMW High Performance Syn-
thetic Oil, Mobil 1 or another special oil on the
list, use a synthetic oil with an API rating of SH or
higher.
The following maintenance elements must be
performed at the mileage/time stated (time inter-
vals begin from the vehicles production date):
– Brake Fluid Service: Change brake fluid every
two years, or when specified by CBS.
– Oxygen Sensor Service: The oxygen sensor
deteriorates strictly on a mileage basis and
must therefore be replaced every 120,000
miles to maximize vehicle fuel economy and
minimize exhaust pollution. For the 328i
SULEV (PZEV) models, the oxygen sensor
must be replaced every 150,000 miles. The
replacement of the oxygen sensor is required
under the terms of the applicable BMW emis-
sion system warranties.
– Spark Plug Service:
328i — Replace at 100,000 miles, or when
specified by CBS.
335i — Replace at 45,000 miles, or when spec-
ified by CBS.
– The engine coolant has a lifetime rating and
does not need to be changed.
For your convenience, you may also wish to have
your BMW center perform any necessary opera-
tions to fulfill any state inspection requirements
in your area concurrent with the maintenance
elements specified above during other repairs.
Make sure that confirmation of maintenance
work is always entered in this Service and War-
ranty Information Booklet. You may need this for
any warranty claims that become necessary, and
later on as evidence that your car has been given
the correct and regular maintenance that justifies
its resale or trade-in value.
BMW has applied the most modern technologi-
cal advances not only to the design and produc-
tion of your vehicle, but also to computing of the
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Emission Control Maintenance
Schedule
The maintenance schedule as shown is required
for the proper functioning of the emission control
systems for optimum vehicle performance and
fuel economy.
Basic Engine
Engine oil As specified by CBS
Engine oil filter As specified by CBS
Fuel System
Air filter As specified by CBS
Ignition System
Spark plugs As specified by CBS
Emission Control
Components
Oxygen sensor (except
SULEV)120,000 miles
Oxygen sensor:
SULEV(PZEV)150,000 miles
Battery Care
If your car is driven only for short distances of
less than 10 miles over a prolonged period of
time, without an occasional drive at highway
speeds, the engines charging system will not
maintain the battery. Insufficient use of the vehi-
cle could result in short term starting problems
and in the long term could damage the battery.
In case the car is not operated for several weeks
it is advisable to:
a. consider using a proper trickle charger, follow-
ing the charger manufacturers instructions, to
maintain the batterys state of charge; or
b. consult your BMW center regarding battery
removal. Once removed, the battery must be
charged and stored in a cool, dry place where
it can be protected from freezing. If the battery
will be stored for over 3 months, it must be
recharged every 3 months, or else it will
become damaged and useless.
Please consult with your BMW center for further
guidance and information.
Corrosion Protection
Extensive corrosion protection measures imple-
mented by BMW now make it possible to offer a
twelve-year unlimited milage anti-corrosion war-
ranty against rust perforation on your vehicle pro-
vided that the vehicle is maintained in
accordance with the provisions of the New Vehi-
cle Limited Warranty as outlined in the Warranty
Section of this Booklet (page 31).
The major degree of corrosion protection is due
to the electrophoretic dip painting process which
cathodically deposits paint particles on all body
parts, attracting paint particles into the minutest
cavities or seams. Body parts are designed to
provide optimum corrosion protection.
During manufacture, exterior body parts receive
an additional corrosion protection coat. Hood,
trunk, doors and other body parts are coated with
PVC and sealed from the outside.
All floor panels receive a resilient coating of PVC
for maximum protection against damage due to
stones, etc.
Corrosion protection materials tested over many
years are applied to the surfaces of cavities and
to the entire underside of the vehicle during and
after assembly.
Requirements for maintaining the 12-year unlim-
ited mileage anti-corrosion warranty are outlined
in the Warranty Section of this Booklet (page 32).
Restoring corrosion protection
Please take care that anti-corrosion material is
replaced when your car is repaired after body or
chassis damage.
BMW will not accept any liability for any parts
and accessories not approved by BMW.
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Summary of BMW Limited Warranties
*The California Emissions Control System Limited Warranty applies to all 2007 U.S. specification BMW
vehicles sold, leased, and/or registered in California, Maine, Massachusetts or Vermont. The California
Emissions Control System Limited Warranty also applies to 2007 SULEV(PZEV) models sold, leased,
and/or registered in Oregon and Washington. SULEV(PZEV) models registered in California, Maine, Mas-
sachusetts, New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Vermont have different emissions warranty cover-
age; please refer to the SULEV(PZEV) section beginning on page 40.
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California Emission Control
Warranty Statement* Your
Warranty Rights and Obligations
The California Air Resources Board and BMW of
North America (BMW NA) are pleased to explain
the emission control system warranty on your
2007 vehicle. In California, new motor vehicles
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 including
diagnosis, parts and labor.
Manufacturers Warranty Coverage:
– For 3 years or 50,000 miles whichever occurs
first:
1. If your vehicle fails a Smog Check inspection,
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 PERFORMANCE
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 emis-
sion control system DEFECTS WARRANTY.
– For 7 years or 70,000 miles whichever occurs
first:
If an emission-related part specially noted on
page 40 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 Owners Manual. BMW NA recom-
mends 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 cover-
age if your vehicle or part has failed due to
abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or unap-
proved 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 Limited
Warranty applies to all 2007 U.S. specification BMW
vehicles sold, leased, and/or registered in California,
Maine, Massachusetts 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,
Maine, Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut,
Rhode Island and Vermont have different emissions
warranty coverage; please refer to the SULEV(PZEV)
section beginning on page 40.
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California Emission Control
System Limited Warranty*
This warranty applies to California certified vehi-
cles distributed by BMW of North America (BMW
NA) or sold through the BMW NA European
Delivery Program, registered and operated pri-
marily in California.
BMW NA warrants to the original purchaser and
each subsequent owner that the vehicle is:
a. designed, built and equipped so as to con-
form with the applicable California Air
Resources Board emission standards.
b. free from defects in materials and workman-
ship which cause any part that can affect
emissions to fail to conform with applicable
requirements or to fail a California Smog
Check test or EPA approved short test for a
period of 3 years or 50,000 miles, whichever
occurs first.
c. free from defects in materials and workman-
ship in emission related parts, which are con-
tained in the California Emission Warranty
Parts List on page 40, for a period of 7 years
or 70,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
This warranty begins on the date of first retail
sale, or the date the vehicle is first placed in ser-
vice as a demonstrator or company vehicle,
whichever is earlier.
To obtain service under this warranty, the vehicle
must be brought, upon failure of a Smog Check
test or upon discovery of the defect, to the work-
shop of any authorized BMW center, during nor-
mal business hours. The BMW center will honor
or deny your claim within 30 days. If the claim is
denied, the BMW center will notify you in writing
of the reason(s). The BMW center is required by
law to honor the claim if notice is not given to the
owner within 30 days.
The BMW center will, without charge for parts or
labor (including diagnosis), either adjust, repair or
replace the defective part and other parts
affected by the failure of the warranted part, if
any. If your vehicle failed the California Smog
Check test or an EPA approved short test, then
BMW NA will repair your vehicle so that it will
pass this test. Items that require scheduled
replacement are warranted up to the replace-ment interval specified in the Service section of
this Statement. BMW NA may repair a part in lieu
of replacing it when performing warranty repairs.
Parts for which replacements are made become
the property of BMW NA. After 3 years or 50,000
miles, and in accordance with paragraph (c)
above, such repairs are limited to the repair or
replacement of those parts identified in the Cali-
fornia Emissions Warranty List.
If your California registered vehicle is between 7
and 8 years old and has been driven less than
80,000 miles, then your vehicle is eligible for
additional warranty coverage under the Federal
Emissions Warranty.
A repair performed as the result of a smog check
test failure due to a defect in a part, which is war-
ranted for 7 years/70,000 miles, is covered.
In all cases, a reasonable time, not to exceed 30
days, must be allowed for a warranty repair to be
completed, after the car is received by the BMW
center.
It is the owners responsibility to have all required
maintenance services performed (at the owners
expense), as prescribed in the maintenance
schedule for the BMW Emission Control System.
Service intervals are computed by the service
interval indicator and displayed on the instrument
panel.
However, BMW NA will not deny your warranty
repair claims solely because you do not have
maintenance records or you did not perform the
required maintenance unless BMW NA demon-
strates that such lack of required maintenance is
a direct cause of the emission control system
failure. The instructions for required maintenance
and use can be found in the Owners Manual and
in the Service section of this Statement.
*
The California Emissions Control System Limited
Warranty applies to all 2007 U.S. specification BMW
vehicles sold, leased, and/or registered in California,
Maine, Massachusetts 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,
Maine, Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut,
Rhode Island and Vermont have different emissions
warranty coverage; please refer to the SULEV(PZEV)
section beginning on page 40.
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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
CATALYTIC
CONVERTER••
CYLINDER HEAD
COVER GASKET••
ENGINE CONTROL
MODULE••
EXHAUST
MANIFOLD GASKET••
EXHAUST
MANIFOLD
W/CATALYST•
EXHAUST PIPE
W/CATALYST••
FUEL FILLER NECK••
FUEL TANK••
HIGH PRESSURE
FUEL PUMP•
INTAKE MANIFOLD••
INTAKE MANIFOLD
ADJUSTER UNIT•
OXYGEN SENSOR••
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-
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.
California Emission Warranty —
SULEV (PZEV)
Certain 2007 328i models are certified to Califor-
nia’s stringent Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle
(SULEV) standards and also qualify as a Partial
Zero Emission Vehicle (PZEV) under the Califor-
nia Air Resources Board Zero Emission Vehicle
program. In addition to very low tailpipe and zero-
evaporative emissions, this PZEV certification
includes a unique warranty when the vehicle is
registered in California, Massachusetts, Maine,
New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island or Vermont.
SULEV(PZEV) models registered in Oregon and
Washington are covered by the California Emis-
sions Warranty; this coverage is described begin-
ning on page 37.
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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Summary of BMW Limited Warranties for SULEV(PZEV) Models
* The California Emissions Control System Limited Warranty applies to all 2007 U.S. specification BMW
SULEV (PZEV) vehicles sold, leased, and/or registered in California, Maine, Massachusetts, New York,
Connecticut, Rhode Island or Vermont.
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