washer fluid BMW 328D 2014 Owners Manual
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Setting the frequency or sensitivity of
the rain sensor
Turn the thumbwheel.
Clean the windshield, headlamps
Pull the wiper lever.
The system sprays washer fluid on the wind‐
shield and activates the wipers briefly.
In addition, the headlamps are cleaned at regu‐
lar intervals when the vehicle lights are
switched on.
Do not use the washer system at freezing
temperatures
Do not use the washers if there is any danger
that the fluid will freeze on the windshield; oth‐
erwise, your vision could be obscured. For this
reason, use antifreeze.
Avoid using the washer when the reservoir is
empty; otherwise, you could damage the
pump.◀
Windshield washer nozzles
The windshield washer nozzles are automati‐
cally heated while the ignition is switched on.
Fold-out position of the wipers
Required when changing the wiper blades or
under frosty conditions, for example.1.Switch the ignition on and off again.2.Under frosty conditions, ensure that the
wiper blades are not frozen onto the wind‐
shield.3.Press the wiper lever up beyond the point
of resistance and hold it for approx. 3 sec‐
onds, until the wiper remains in a nearly
vertical position.
After the wipers are folded back down, the
wiper system must be reactivated.
Fold the wipers back down
Before switching the ignition on, fold the
wipers back down to the windshield; other‐
wise, the wipers may become damaged when
they are switched on.◀
1.Switch on the ignition.2.Press the wiper levers down. The wipers
move to their resting position and are
ready for operation.
Washer fluid
General information Antifreeze for washer fluid
Antifreeze is flammable and can cause
injury if it is used incorrectly.
Therefore, keep it away from sources of igni‐
tion.
Only keep it in the closed original container
and inaccessible to children.
Follow the notes and instructions on the con‐
tainer.
United States: The washer fluid mixture ratio is
regulated by the U.S. EPA and many individual
states; do not exceed the allowable washer
fluid dilution ratios limits that apply. Follow the
usage instructions on the washer fluid con‐
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tainer. Use BMW’s Windshield Washer Con‐
centrate or the equivalent.◀
Washer fluid reservoir Adding washer fluid
Only add washer fluid when the engine is
cool, and then close the cover completely to
avoid contact between the washer fluid and
hot engine parts.
Otherwise, there is the danger of fire and a risk
to personal safety if the fluid is spilled.◀
All washer nozzles are supplied from one res‐
ervoir.
Fill with a mixture of windshield washer con‐
centrate and tap water and – if required – with a
washer antifreeze, according to the manufac‐
turer's recommendations.
Mix the washer fluid before adding to maintain
the correct mixing ratio.
Do not add windshield washer concentrate and
antifreeze undiluted and do not fill with pure
water; this could damage the wiper system.
Do not mix window washer concentrates of dif‐
ferent manufacturers, because otherwise it can
result in clogging of the windshield washer
nozzles.
Recommended minimum fill quantity: 0.2 US
gal/1 liter.
Manual transmission
Shifting Shifting into 5th or 6th gear
When shifting into 5th or 6th gear, push
the gearshift lever to the right; otherwise inad‐
vertent shifting into the 3rd or 4th gear could
lead to engine damage.◀
Reverse gear
Select only when the vehicle is stationary.
To overcome the resistance move the selector
lever in a dynamic movement to the left and
engage the reverse gear.
Automatic transmission with
Steptronic
Selector lever positions
D Drive, automatic position
Gear position for normal vehicle operation. All
forward gears are available.
R is Reverse
Select only when the vehicle is stationary.
N is Neutral Use in automatic car washes, for example. The
vehicle can roll.
When the ignition is switched off, refer to
page 61, selector lever position P is engaged
automatically.
P Park Select only when the vehicle is stationary. The
drive wheels are blocked.
P is engaged automatically:▷After the engine is switched off when the
vehicle is in radio ready state, refer to
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exhaust fluid can be replenished simply
and safely.▷Alternative: NOx reduction agent AUS 32
Diesel exhaust fluid can be purchased at your
Service Center.
Refill quantity
When the Reserve display starts, add at least 2
bottles of reducing agent.
This corresponds to approx. 1 gallon.
Tank for reducing agent
The tank for the reducing agent is located next
to the fuel tank.
Adding the reducing agent Add the reducing agent when the ignition is
switched on.
1.Open the fuel filler flap, refer to page 178.2.Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise and re‐
move.3.Place the bottle on it and turn it as far as it
will go, see arrow.4.Press the bottle down, see arrow.The vehicle tank will be filled.
The tank is full when the fill level in the bot‐
tle no longer changes. It is not possible to
overfill.5.Pull back the bottle, see arrow, and un‐
screw it.6.Replace the fuel cap and turn it clockwise.7.Close the fuel filler flap.
After adding Diesel exhaust fluid
Note Incorrect fluids
After filling with incorrect fluids, such as
antifreeze for washer water, do not start the
engine, otherwise there is risk of fire.◀
Contact your service center.
Disposing of bottles You take your empty Diesel exhaust
fluid bottles to your Service Center for
disposal.
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Engine compartmentVehicle equipmentAll standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐ment is also described that is not available in a
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
equipment or country variant. This also applies
for safety-related functions and systems.
Important features in the engine compartment
1Jump-starting, negative terminal2Vehicle identification number3Washer fluid reservoir4Jump-starting, positive terminal5Engine compartment fuse box6Oil filler neck7Coolant reservoir
The coolant reservoir for 6-cylinder and
diesel engines is located on the opposite
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Everything from A to Z
IndexA ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 114
ACC, Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go 119
Acceleration Assistant, refer to Launch Control 72
Accessories and parts 7
Activated-charcoal filter 146
Active Blind Spot Detec‐ tion 111
Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go, ACC 119
Adaptive brake lights, refer to Brake force display 113
Adaptive Light Control 90
Additives, oil 199
Adjustments, seats/head re‐ straints 47
After washing vehicle 222
Airbags 94
Airbags, indicator/warning light 95
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated-air mode 142, 145
Air, dehumidifying, refer to Cooling function 142, 145
Air distribution, manual 142, 146
Air flow, air conditioner 142
Air flow, automatic climate control 146
Air pressure, tires 185
Air vents, refer to Ventila‐ tion 146
Alarm system 41
Alarm, unintentional 43
All around the center con‐ sole 14
All around the headliner 15 All around the steering
wheel 12
All-season tires, refer to Win‐ ter tires 194
All-wheel-drive 115
Alternating-code hand-held transmitter 149
Alternative oil types 200
Antifreeze, washer fluid 68
Antilock Brake System, ABS 114
Anti-slip control, refer to DSC 114
Approved axle load 228
Approved engine oils 200
Arrival time 85
Ash tray 152
Assistance, Roadside Assis‐ tance 216
Assistance when driving off 118
Assist system information, on Control Display 87
AUTO intensity 145
Automatic car wash 221
Automatic climate con‐ trol 141
Automatic climate control with enhanced features 144
Automatic Cruise Control with Stop & Go 119
Automatic Curb Monitor 55
Automatic deactivation, front passenger airbags 96
Automatic headlamp con‐ trol 90
Automatic locking 41
Automatic recirculated-air control 145
Automatic transmission with Steptronic 69 AUTO program, automatic cli‐
mate control 144
AUTO program, climate con‐ trol 142
AUTO program, intensity 145
Auto Start/Stop function 63
Average fuel consumption 84
Average speed 84
Axle loads, weights 228
B Backrest curvature, refer to Lumbar support 49
Backrest, width 49
Band-aids, refer to First aid kit 216
Bar for tow-starting/ towing 219
Battery replacement, vehicle battery 212
Battery replacement, vehicle remote control 33
Battery, vehicle 212
Belts, safety belts 50
Beverage holder, cu‐ pholder 158
Blinds, sun protection 44
BMW Advanced Diesel 181
BMW Assist, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
BMW Homepage 6
BMW Internet page 6
BMW maintenance sys‐ tem 202
Bonus range, ECO PRO 170
Bottle holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 158
Brake assistant 114 Seite 232ReferenceEverything from A to Z232
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Triple turn signal activa‐tion 66
Trip odometer 79
Truck for tow-starting/ towing 218
Trunk lid closing 38
Trunk lid, emergency unlock‐ ing 38
Trunk lid, hotel function 38
Trunk lid opening 38
Trunk lid via remote con‐ trol 36
Turning circle 228
Turning circle lines, rearview camera 132
Turn signals, operation 65
U Unintentional alarm 43
Units of measure 87
Universal remote control 148
Unlock button, automatic transmission 70
Unlocking/locking via door lock 37
Unlocking/locking with re‐ mote control 35
Unlocking, settings 41
Updates made after the edito‐ rial deadline 6
Upholstery care 223
USB interface 153
V Variable sport steering 116
Vehicle battery 212
Vehicle battery, replac‐ ing 212
Vehicle, breaking in 162
Vehicle care 222
Vehicle equipment 6
Vehicle identification number, refer to Identification num‐ber in the engine compart‐
ment 196
Vehicle jack 212
Vehicle paint 222
Vehicle storage 224
Vehicle wash 221
Ventilation 146
Ventilation, refer to Parked- car ventilation 147
Voice activation system 24
W Warning indicators 76
Warning lamps 76
Warning messages, refer to Check Control 76
Warning triangle 216
Washer fluid 68
Washer nozzles, wind‐ shield 68
Washer system 66
Washing, vehicle 221
Water on roads 163
Weights 228
Welcome lamps 89
Wheel base, vehicle 228
Wheel cleaner 223
Wheels, changing 193
Wheels, everything on wheels and tires 185
Wheels, Flat Tire Monitor FTM 100
Wheels, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM 97
Width, vehicle 228
Window defroster, rear 142, 146
Windows, powered 43
Windshield washer fluid 68
Windshield washer noz‐ zles 68
Windshield washer sys‐ tem 66
Windshield wiper 66 Windshield wipers, fold-out
position 68
Winter diesel 181
Winter storage, care 224
Winter tires, suitable tires 194
Winter tires, tread 193
Wiper blades, replacing 204
Wiper fluid 68
Wiper system 66
Wood, care 223
Word match concept, naviga‐ tion 23
Wrench, see Onboard vehicle tool kit 204
X
xDrive 115
Xenon headlamps, bulb re‐ placement 208 Seite 240ReferenceEverything from A to Z240
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