light BMW 325I 2001 Service Manual

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Caring for your vehicleWe recommend that you perform this
procedure twice a year on leather
exposed to normal use.
Spills should be wiped up immediately.
Remove grease and oil stains by
dabbing with with spot remover. Avoid
rubbing.
If the upholstery is to be exposed to
intense sunlight or if the vehicle is to be
stored for an extended period, cover
all leather surfaces (or, better yet, the
windows) to prevent fading.
Use the cleaning and car-care
products available at your BMW
center.<
Cleaning agents can contain
substances that are dangerous or
pose health risks. Therefore, always
comply with the warnings and danger
labels on the package.
Open the doors or windows on your
vehicle when cleaning the interior.
Never clean your vehicle with solvents
or other materials not specifically
intended for this purpose.<

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Technical modifications California Proposition 65 WarningAny BMW center will be glad to advise
you concerning the advisability, legal
implications and factory recommenda-
tions for technical modifications to the
vehicle. For this purpose, the BMW cen-
ter will require the Vehicle Identification
Number and, in some cases, the engine
number as well. Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs)Light-emitting diodes installed behind
translucent lenses serve as the light
source for many of the controls and dis-
plays in your vehicle. The concept be-
hind their operation is related to that
employed for lasers.
Do not remove the protective lens
and avoid staring directly at the
unfiltered beam for extended periods
(several hours). To do so could result in
inflammation of the iris.<
California laws require us to state the
following warning:
Engine exhaust, some of its con-
stituents, and certain vehicle com-
ponents contain or emit chemicals
known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.<

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OBD interface socket The interface socket for onboard diag-
nostics is located on the driver's side at
the left-hand bottom of the dashboard
and under a cover. The cover has the
letters "OBD" on it.
The purpose of the OBD system is to
ensure proper emission control system
operation for the vehicle's lifetime by
monitoring emission-related compo-
nents and systems for deterioration
and malfunction.460us250
An illuminated indicator informs
you of the need for service, not
that you need to stop the
vehicle. Your system should be
checked, however, at the earliest possi-
ble opportunity.
If the indicator blinks or flashes, this
indicates a high level of engine misfire.
Reduce speed and contact your near-
est BMW center immediately. Severe
engine misfire over even a short period
of time can seriously damage emission
control components, especially the
catalytic converter.
Service Engine Soon warning
lamp for Canadian models.
If the fuel filler cap is not properly
tightened, the OBD system can
detect leaking vapor and the indicator
will light up. If the fuel filler cap is then
tightened, the indicator will usually go
out after a short period of time.<

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Lamps and bulbsXenon lamps
*
The service life of these bulbs is very
long and the probability of a failure is
very low, provided that they are not
switched on and off an unusual number
of times. If one of these bulbs should
nevertheless fail, it is possible to con-
tinue driving with great caution using
the fog lamps, provided traffic laws in
your area do not prohibit this.
Because of the extremely high
voltages involved, any work on
the xenon lighting system and bulb
replacement should be performed only
by technicians with the appropriate
qualifications. Failure to comply with
this creates a risk of fatal injury.<
The illustration shows the left-hand side
of the engine compartment.Parking lamps5 watt bulb
1 Turn the bulb holder to the left (arrow)
and remove it.
2 Remove and replace the bulb.460de171
Front turn signal indicator 21 watt bulb
1 Using a screwdriver, release the inner
hook through the upper opening.
2 Remove the lamp by pulling it toward
the front.
3 Applying light pressure, turn the bulb
to the left. Remove and exchange the
bulb.460de133

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Lamps and bulbs4 Insert the 2 pins on the lamp into the
guides on the vehicle.
5 Push the lamp in. Carefully apply
pressure until you hear it engage.460de134
Side turn signal indicator5 watt bulb
1 Use finger pressure against the rear
end of the lens (arrow) to press it
forward for removal.
2 Apply gentle pressure to the bulb
while turning it to the left to remove.460de135
Front fog lamps
*
HB4 bulb, 55 watts
The bulb is pressurized. There-
fore, wear safety glasses and
protective gloves. Failure to comply
with this precaution could lead to injury
if the bulb is accidentally damaged
during replacement.<
1 Using a screwdriver, carefully remove
the lamp.
2 Applying light pressure, turn the bulb
to the left. Remove and exchange the
bulb.460de132

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Lamps and bulbsTail lamps Tail lamp 4: bulbs 21/4 watts
Remaining bulbs: 21 watts
1 Turn signal indicators yellow
2 Backup lamps white
3 Tail lamps red
4 Tail lamps/brake lamps red463us004
The illustration shows the right-hand
luggage compartment section.
Bulbs in the fender:
All of the bulbs are integrated in a cen-
tral bulb holder.
1 Release and remove the flap from the
respective luggage compartment
side facing.
2 Release the bulb holder (arrow) and
remove.
3 Pull the power supply receptacle off
and set the bulb holder aside (e.g. on
the luggage compartment floor).
4 Applying light pressure, turn the bulb
to the left. Remove and exchange the
bulb.
5 Plug in the power supply receptacle.
6 Press the bulb holder into position
until you hear it engage.463de055
Lamps in the tailgate:
1 Place a screwdriver in the slot and
press downward (arrow) to release.463de53

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Lamps and bulbs2 Rotate the trim downward. Release
the bulb holder and remove it.
3 Applying light pressure, turn the bulb
to the left. Remove and exchange the
bulb.
4 Press the bulb holder into position
until you hear it engage.
5 Press the trim into position until you
hear it engage.Center (high-mount) brake lamp

LED strip on the rear window.
Please contact a BMW center in the
event of a malfunction.463de054
License plate lamps 5 watt bulb
1 Place a screwdriver in the slot and
press toward the left (arrow) to
release the lens.
2 Replace the bulb.460de047
Tailgate lamp 5 watt bulb
1 Remove lamp socket (arrow).
2 Replace the bulb.463de052

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Lamps and bulbsInterior lamps The illustration provides an example of
the interior lamps when equipped with
reading lamps.
Interior lamps (2 x 5 watt bulbs)
1 Using a screwdriver, press the lamp
out toward the front.
2 Remove the lens and pull the bulb
out of the contact studs.
Interior lamps (6 watt bulb) with reading
lamps
* (2 x 6 watt bulbs)
1 Using a screwdriver, press the lamp
out toward the front.
2 Turn the bulb holder to the left and
remove it.
3 Remove and replace the bulb.
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Lighted vanity mirrors
*
10 watt bulb
1 Remove the bulb housing Ð use a
screwdriver if necessary.
2 Replace the bulb.460de181
Footwell lamps
*
5 watt bulb
1 Press the lamp out using a screw-
driver.
2 Replace the bulb.Glove compartment lamp 5 watt bulb
1 Press the lamp out using a screw-
driver.
2 Replace the bulb.Luggage compartment lamps One lamp each in rear tailgate section:
10 watt bulbs
1 Apply a screwdriver to the recess and
remove the lens.
2 Replace the bulb.

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Changing a wheel8 Remove mud or dirt accumulation
from the mounting surfaces of the
wheel and hub. Clean the lug bolts.
9 Position the new wheel or the
space-saver tire on the hub and
screw at least two lug bolts finger-
tight into opposite bolt holes.
10 Screw in the remaining lug bolts.
Tighten all the bolts snugly.
11 Lower the jack and remove it from
beneath the vehicle.
12 Tighten the lug bolts in a diagonal
pattern.
13 If your wheels are equipped with full
wheel covers
*, place the wheel
cover with the valve opening over
the valve (arrow). Use both hands
to press the cover securely onto
the rim.
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14 Check and correct the tire's inflation
pressure at the earliest possibility.
For vehicles with Tire Pressure
Control (RDC):
After mounting the spare tire or
correcting the inflation pressure,
reactivate the system. Refer to
page 85.
Use only the full wheel cover in-
stalled by the factory. Other wheel
covers may not fit securely. The full
wheel cover may not be installed on the
space-saver tire since this could
damage the cover.<
The vehicle jack is designed for
changing wheels only. Do not
attempt to raise another vehicle model
with it or to raise any load of any kind.
To do so could cause accidents and
personal injury.
To ensure continued safety, have the
tightness of the lug bolts [torque
specification: 76 lb. ft. (100 Nm)]
checked with a calibrated torque
wrench.<
When storing the wheel, take care to
ensure that you do not damage the
retaining pin in the spare tire recess.
If light-alloy wheels other than original
BMW light-alloy wheels have been
mounted, it may be necessary to use
different lug bolts for those wheels.
Replace the defective tire as soon as
possible and have the new wheel/tire
balanced.

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BatteryBattery careThe battery is completely maintenance-
free. That means that the original acid
will normally last for the service life of
the battery under temperate climatic
conditions.
For all questions that regard the
battery, please consult your BMW
center. Since the battery is absolutely
maintenance-free, the following is for
your information only. your vehicle battery. For your safety,
please be cautious whenever you work
with or near the battery.
Before handling the battery,
please read the following infor-
mation.
Wear eye protection. Do not al-
low particles containing battery
acid or lead to come into con-
tact with your eyes, your skin, or your
clothing.
Battery acid is extremely corro-
sive. Wear eye protection and
protective gloves. Do not tip the
battery. Battery acid can leak from the
ventilation openings.
Do not allow children to have
access to batteries and battery
acid.
Never allow sparks or open
flame near the battery. Do
not smoke in the vicinity of the
battery. Avoid sparks from electrical
cables or electrical equipment. Turn the
key to position 0 in the steering lock
when disconnecting or connecting the
battery. Never short-circuit the battery
terminals. This creates a risk of injury
from high-energy sparks.
A highly explosive gas is gener-
ated when the battery is
charged.
If you happen to get acid in
your eyes, rinse thoroughly for
15 minutes with clear water.
Consult a physician immediately. If you
get acid spray on your skin or clothing,
rinse with plenty of water. If acid is
accidentally swallowed, consult a
physician immediately.
In order to protect the battery
case from ultraviolet radiation,
do not place it in direct sunlight.
A discharged battery can freeze. Store
the battery in areas where temperature
remains above freezing.
Removal and installation
Do not disconnect the battery
while the engine is running.
Disconnecting the battery cable when
the engine is running will cause a
voltage surge which will damage the
vehicle's onboard electronics.
Do not make any modifications in the
wires to the positive terminal. If you do
so, the protective function of the safety
battery terminal is no longer ensured.
Repairs and disposal may only be per-
formed by specially trained personnel.<
When removing the battery, disconnect
the cable on the negative terminal first,
then the cable on the positive terminal.
Loosen the center adjusting screw on
the battery retaining strap (use the
screwdriver included with the onboard
tool kit) and disconnect the strap.
When installing a battery, connect the
positive terminal first, then connect the
negative terminal.
When installing a battery, be sure
that it is mounted properly and that
the retaining strap is installed using the
center adjustment screw, otherwise, the
battery will not be secure enough in
case of an accident.<