BMW 328Ci CONVERTIBLE 2000 E46 Owner's Manual

Overview
Controls and features
Operation, care
and maintenance
Technical data
Index Advanced technology
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Engine data182
Dimensions183
Weights184
Capacities185
Electrical system186
Drive belts186
Data
Owner service procedures

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BMW 323Ci
Displacement
Number of cylinderscu. in. (cmm) 152.2 (2,494)
6
Maximum output
at engine speedhp (kW)
rpm170 (127)
5,500
Maximum torque
at engine speedlb.ft (Nm)
rpm181 (245)
3,500
Compression ratioe
10.5
Stroke
Borein (mm)
in (mm)2.95 (75)
3.31 (84)
Fuel-injection system Digital electronic engine-management system
Engine data

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46use019
Minimum turning circle dia.: 34.4 feet (10.5 m).
Dimensions

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Weights
BMW 323Ci
Curb weight (with one person, ready for operation, full tank of fuel, options not included)
with manual transmission
with automatic transmission
*
lbs. (kg)
lbs. (kg)3,560 (1,615)
3,627 (1,645)
Approved gross vehicle weight
with manual transmission
with automatic transmission
*
lbs. (kg)
lbs. (kg)4,442 (2,015)
4,508 (2,045)
Approved front axle weight lbs. (kg) 2,094 (950)
Approved rear axle weight lbs. (kg) 2,469 (1,120)
Permissible roof load for the hardtop
*
lbs. (kg) 165 (75)
Luggage compartment capacity
with raised convertible top compartmentcu ft (l)
cu ft (l)9.2 (260)
10.6 (300)
Permitted axle loads and permitted total vehicle weight may not be exceeded.

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Capacities
Notes
Fuel tank
reserve gal. (liters)
gal. (liters)approx. 16.6 (approx. 63)
approx. 2.1 (approx. 8)Fuel specification: page 27
Windshield washer system/
Headlamp washer system
*
quarts (liters) approx. 5.6 (approx. 5.3)For details: page 132
Cooling system including heater circuit quarts (liters) approx. 8.9 (approx. 8.4) For details: page 135
Engine oil filter change quarts (liters) approx. 6.9 (approx. 6.5) BMW High Performance
Synthetic Oil
For further information, refer to
page 134
Manual and automatic
* transmission and
differential– Lifetime fluid, no fluid change
required

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Electrical system Drive belts Battery 12 V, 80 AhSpark plugs NGK BKR 6 EQUP
Bosch FGR 7 DQPWater pump – AC alternator – Power
steering
Drive belt 6 PK x 1538
A/C compressor
Drive belt 5 PK x 863You can obtain Original BMW
Parts and Accessories, as well as
professional advice from your BMW
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Overview
Controls and features
Operation, care
and maintenance
Owner service procedures
Technical data
Index Advanced technology
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Everything from A to Z190
Owner service procedures196
Index

Everything from A to ZAABS (Antilock Brake
System)22, 114
Accessories6
Activated charcoal filter98
Adaptive Transmission
Control (ATC)74, 172
Adding engine oil133
Adding washer
fluid132, 185
Adjust seats53
Adjust the temperature96
Adjusting the steering
wheel58
Air distribution96
Air outlets94
Air pressure123
Air supply97
Airbags21, 63, 146, 173
sitting properly with64
Alarm system42
Antenna120
Antenna, Diversity174
Antifreeze135
Antifreeze, radiator118
Antilock Brake System
(ABS)22, 114
Anti-theft alarm system42
Aquaplaning113, 123
Armrest102
Ashtray
front103
rear104Assisted rear entry56
ATC (Adaptive Transmission
Control)74, 172
Attaching vehicle vacuum
cleaner104
AUC (Automatic recirculated
air control)97
Automatic car washes139
Automatic climate
control94
remove window
condensation97
Automatic cruise control80
Automatic dimming, interior
rearview mirror59
Automatic recirculated air
control (AUC)97
Automatic transmission with
Steptronic22, 74
Automatic windshield
washer78
Average consumption86
Average speed86
Avoiding unwanted
alarm43
Axle loads184
BBackrest
release56
Backup lamps73
bulb replacement155Battery162, 186
capacity186
charge164
charge current20
drained168
removal and
installation164
Belts61
Blower97
BMW High Performance
Synthetic Oils134
BMW Sports Seat55
BMW Universal
Transmitter100
Bore182
Brake fluid136
Brake hydraulic system20
Brake lamps
bulb replacement155
Brake pads22
Brakes116
malfunctions117
Break-in procedure112
Breaking in the vehicle112
Bulb replacement152
CCapacities185
Car Memory60
Car radio120
refer also to the separate
Owner's ManualCar radio
reception120, 174
Car wash139
Care
convertible top144
exterior140
interior141
Care of upholstery142
Cargo loading106
Caring for the vehicle
finish140
Caring for wool velour142
Cassette operation, refer to
the Radio Owner's Manual
Catalytic converter113
CBC (Cornering Brake
Control)21, 115
CD operation, refer to the
Radio Owner's Manual
Cellular phone103, 120
refer also to the separate
Owner's Manual
Center armrest102
Center brake lamp157
Central locking system34
key38
Changing tires159
Check Control84
Child restraint
systems61, 66, 67
installation67
Child's seat61, 66
Everything from A to Z