Temperature BMW 328I COUPE 2009 E92 Owner's Guide

Mobility
207Reference
At a glance
Controls
Driving tips
Communications
Navigation
Entertainment
Important parts of the engine compartment
1Expansion tank for coolant, refer to
page209
2Washer fluid filler neck for headlamp clean-
ing system and window washer system,
refer to page613Jump-starting connection, refer to
page225
4Filler neck for engine oil, refer to Adding
engine oil
Engine oil
The engine oil consumption is dependent on
driving style and driving conditions.
Checking engine oil level
Your car is equipped with an electronic oil-level
monitor.
For a precise measurement and display of the
oil level, it is necessary that the engine be at
operating temperature, i.e. after uninterrupted
driving for at least approx. 6.5 miles/10 km. You
can have the oil level displayed while you are
driving, or while the vehicle is at a standstill on a
level surface and the engine is running.
Display in the instrument cluster
1.Push button 1 in the turn indicator lever up
or down repeatedly until the appropriate
symbol is shown in the display, accompa-
nied by the word "OIL".
2.Press button 2 in the turn indicator lever.
The oil level is checked and the reading dis-
played.

Mobility
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Communications
Navigation
Entertainment
>"Measurement inactive. Have this
checked."
Do not add engine oil. You can continue
your journey. Note the newly calculated dis-
tance remaining to the next oil service, refer
to page73. Have the system checked as
soon as possible.
Adding engine oil
Add oil within the next 125 miles/200 km,
otherwise the engine could be dam-
aged.<
Keep oils, greases, etc. out of the reach of
children and comply with the relevant
warnings on the containers. Otherwise, health
hazards may result.<
Oil change
Have oil changed only at y our B MW c ente r o r a t
a workshop that works according to BMW
repair procedures with correspondingly trained
personnel.
Specified engine oils
The quality of the engine oil selected has critical
significance for the operation and service life of
an engine. BMW continuously approves spe-
cific oils after confirming their suitability for use
in its vehicles with extensive testing.
Do not use oil additives as these may
cause engine damage.<
Only use approved BMW High Performance
Synthetic Oil.
If BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil is not
available, you can add small quantities of other
synthetic oils in between oil changes. For gaso-line engines, only use oils with the API SM
specification or higher.
Your BMW center will be glad to answer
any questions regarding BMW High Per-
formance Synthetic Oil or approved synthetic
oils.<
You can also call BMW of North America at
1-800-831-1117 or visit the website
www.bmwusa.com to obtain this information.
Viscosity ratings
Viscosity is a measure of an oil's flow rating and
is categorized in SAE classes.
Selecting the appropriate SAE class depends
on the regional climatic conditions in which you
normally drive your BMW.
Approved oils belong to the 0W-40,
0W-30, 5W-40 and 5W-30 SAE
classes.<
These oils can be used for driving at all outside
temperatures.
Coolant
Do not add coolant to the cooling system
when the engine is hot. Escaping coolant
can cause burns.<
Coolant consists of half water and half additive.
Not all commercially available additives are suit-
able for your BMW. Ask your BMW center for
suitable additives.
Only use suitable additives, otherwise
engine damage may result. Because
additives are harmful to your health, it is impor-
tant to follow the instructions on the contain-
ers.<
Comply with the appropriate environ-
mental protection regulations when dis-
posing of coolant additives.<

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Communications
Navigation
Entertainment
Care
Care products
Regular cleaning and care contributes signifi-
cantly to the value retention of your BMW.
BMW recommends cleaning and caring for your
vehicle with products that are approved by
BMW for this purpose.
Your BMW center will be happy to advise you on
the products and services available for cleaning
and caring for your BMW.
Original BMW CareProducts have been
material tested, laboratory checked and
proven in the field, and offer optimal care and
protection for your vehicle.<
Do not use cleaners that contain alcohol
or solvents as these may result in dam-
age.<
Cleaning agents can contain substances
that are dangerous or hazardous to your
health. Therefore, follow the warning and safety
instructions on the packaging. When cleaning
inside the vehicle, always open the doors or
windows of the vehicle. In enclosed areas, pro-
vide for sufficient ventilation. Only use products
designed for cleaning vehicles.<
Exterior care
Washing the vehicle
Especially during the winter months,
ensure that the vehicle is washed more
frequently. Heavy soiling and road salt can lead
to vehicle damage.<
After washing the vehicle, apply the
brakes briefly to dry them, otherwise
water can reduce braking efficiency over the
short term and the brake discs can corrode.<
Automatic car washes
Preference should be given to cloth car washes.Do not use high-pressure car washes,
otherwise water may drip into the vehicle
around the windows.<
Before driving into a car wash, ensure that it is
suitable for your BMW. Check the following:
>Dimensions of your vehicle, refer to
page233
>If necessary: fold in the exterior mirrors,
refer to page49
>Maximum permissible tire width
Preparations before driving into an automatic
car wash:
>Unscrew the rod antenna
*.
>Deactivate the rain sensor
* to prevent unin-
tentional wiping.
>Remove additional attachments, e.g.
spoiler or telephone antennas, if there is a
possibility that they could be damaged.
Automatic transmission
Before driving into an automatic car wash, per-
form the following steps to ensure that the vehi-
cle can roll:
1.Insert the remote control, even with conve-
nient access, into the ignition lock.
2.Move the selector lever to position N.
3.Release the parking brake.
4.Switch off the engine.
5.Leave the remote control in the ignition lock
so that the vehicle can roll.
Steam jets / high-pressure washers
When using steam jets or high-pressure
washers, ensure that you maintain suffi-
cient clearance to the vehicle and do not exceed
a temperature of 1407/606.
Insufficient clearance or excessive pressure or
temperature can lead to component damage or
water penetration. Follow the operating instruc-
tions of the high-pressure washer.<

Everything from A - Z
242
Everything from A - Z
Index
"..." Identifies Control Display
texts used to select
individual functions and
refers you to the page where
these texts can be found.
A
ABS Antilock Brake
System83
ACC, refer to Active cruise
control63
Accident, refer to Sending an
Emergency Request224
Activated-charcoal filter for
automatic climate
control100
Active cruise control63
– indicator lamps66
– malfunction67
– selecting distance65
– sensor66
Active steering89
Adaptive brake light
– brake force display89
Adaptive Head Light94
Additives
– coolant209
Address, entering125,131
Address for navigation
– entering125,131
Adjusting temperature inside
the car, refer to Automatic
climate control98
Adjusting the thigh support43
Adjusting the tone during
audio operation, refer to
Tone control144
Airbags90
– indicator/warning lamp91
– sitting safely42Air conditioning mode
– automatic climate control98
– ventilation100
Air distribution
– automatic98
Air flow rate99
Airing, refer to Ventilation100
Air pressure, refer to Tire
inflation pressure194
Air recirculation, refer to
Recirculated-air mode99
Air supply
– automatic climate control98
– ventilation100
Air vents97
AKI, refer to Fuel
specifications193
Alarm system32
– avoiding unintentional
alarms33
– interior motion sensor33
– switching off an alarm33
– tilt alarm sensor33
Albums of music
collection161
All-season tires, refer to
Winter tires205
All-wheel drive, refer to
xDrive84
AM, waveband147
Ambient air, refer to
Recirculated-air mode99
Antenna for mobile phone170
Antifreeze
– coolant209
– washer fluid61
Antilock Brake System
ABS83
Anti-theft alarm system, refer
to Alarm system32
Anti-theft system27
Approved axle loads, refer to
Weights235Approved gross vehicle
weight, refer to Weights235
Armrest, refer to Center
armrest106
Arrival time, refer to
Computer71
Ashtray
– front108
– rear108
Assistance systems, refer to
Driving stability control
systems83
AUC Automatic recirculated-
air control99
Audio144
– controls144
– switching on/off144
– tone control144
– volume144
Audio device, external106
Automatic
– air distribution98
– air flow rate98
– cruise control61,63
– headlamp control93
Automatic car washes213
Automatic climate control97
– automatic air distribution98
Automatic curb monitor50
Automatic recirculated-air
control AUC99
Automatic Service
Request187
Automatic transmission with
Steptronic57
– interlock57,58
– overriding selector lever
lock59
– shiftlock, refer to Changing
selector lever position58
– sport program58
– towing
226
– tow-starting226

Reference 245
At a glance
Controls
Driving tips
Communications
Navigation
Entertainment
Mobility
Confirmation signals for
locking/unlocking the
vehicle29
Congestion
– refer to Route, bypassing
sections136
Connecting vacuum cleaner,
refer to Connecting
electrical appliances108
Consumption, refer to
Average consumption71
Consumption display
– average consumption71
Control Center, refer to
iDrive16
Control Display, refer to
iDrive16
– adjusting brightness80
– switching on/off19
Controller, refer to iDrive16
Controls and displays10
Control unit, refer to iDrive16
Convenient access34
– replacing the battery35
Convenient loading in
convertible28
Convenient operation
– glass roof28
– glass roof with convenient
access34
– retractable hardtop28
– windows28
– windows with convenient
access34
Convertible
– bag holder110
– convenient loading28
– enlarging cargo bay109
– folding down rear
backrest110
– retractable hardtop38
– rollover protection
system92
– securing cargo120
– stowing cargo119
Coolant209
– checking level210
Coolant temperature70
Cooling, maximum98Cooling fluid, refer to
Coolant209
Cooling system, refer to
Coolant209
Copyright2
Corner-illuminating lamps
– replacing bulbs219
Corner-illuminating lamps,
refer to Adaptive Head
Light94
Cornering lamps, refer to
Adaptive Head Light94
Correct tires204
Country codes DVD154
Courtesy lamps, refer to
Interior lamps96
Criteria for route135
Cross-hairs in navigation130
Cruise control61
– active63
– malfunction63
Cruising range70
Cup holders107
Curb weight, refer to
Weights235
Current playback of music
collection160
Current position
– displaying141
Customer Relations187
D
Dashboard, refer to
Cockpit10
Dashboard, refer to
Instrument cluster12
Dashboard lighting, refer to
Instrument lighting95
Data, technical232
– dimensions233
– engine232
– weights235
Data transfer188
Date
– date format77
– setting76
Daytime running lamps94
– replacing bulbs219DBC Dynamic Brake
Control83
Deactivating front passenger
airbags90
Deadlocking, refer to
Locking28
Defect
– door lock30
– fuel filler door192
– glass roof38
Destination, entering by town/
city name125
Destination address
– entering125,131
Destination for navigation
– entering by voice131
– entering via map130
– entry125
– home address128
– manual entry125
Destination guidance135
– bypassing a route
section136
– changing specified
route135
– continuing135
– starting135
– voice instructions136
– volume of voice
instructions137
Digital clock69
Digital compass104
Digital radio, refer to High
Definition Radio148
Dimensions233
Directional indicators, refer to
Turn signals59
Direction instructions, refer to
Voice instructions136
Directory for navigation, refer
to Address book127
Displacement, refer to Engine
data232
Display, refer to iDrive
controls16
"Display current location"141
Display lighting, refer to
Instrument lighting95

Everything from A - Z
246 Displays
– on the Control Display16
Displays, refer to Instrument
cluster12
Displays and controls10
Disposal
– coolant209
– remote control battery35
– vehicle battery222
Distance control, refer to
Active cruise control63
Distance remaining to service,
refer to Service
requirements73
Distance warning, refer to
Park Distance Control
PDC82
Door key, refer to Remote
control with integrated
key26
Door lock29
Doors, emergency
operation30
DOT Quality Grades202
Draft-free ventilation100
Drinks holders, refer to Cup
holders107
Drive-off assistance, refer to
Dynamic Stability Control
DSC83
Drive-off assistant85
Driving lamps, refer to Parking
lamps/low beams93
Driving notes116
Driving off on hills, refer to
Drive-off assistant85
Driving stability control
systems83
Driving through water118
Driving tips, refer to Driving
notes116
Dry air, refer to Cooling
function100
DSC Dynamic Stability
Control83
DTC Dynamic Traction
Control83
– indicator/warning lamp83DVD
– country codes154
– settings155
– video playback154
DVD menu155
DVD video154
Dynamic Brake Control
DBC83
Dynamic Stability Control
DSC
– indicator/warning lamp83
Dynamic Traction Control
DTC
– indicator/warning lamp84
E
Eject button, refer to Buttons
on the CD player144
Electrical malfunction
– door lock30
– driver's door30
– fuel filler door192
– glass roof38
Electric seat adjustment43
Electric steering wheel lock
– with convenient access34
Electronic brake-force
distribution EBV83
Electronic oil level check207
Electronic Stability Program
ESP, refer to Dynamic
Stability Control DSC83
Emergency actuation,
automatic transmission,
refer to Overriding selector
lever lock59
Emergency operation
– fuel filler door, manual
release192
Emergency operation, refer to
Closing manually
– glass roof38
Emergency operation, refer to
Manual operation
– door lock30
Emergency release
– luggage compartment lid
from inside32Emergency Request224
Emergency services, refer to
Roadside Assistance224
Energy, saving
– saving fuel116
Engine
– breaking in116
– data232
– overheated, refer to Coolant
temperature70
– speed232
– starting55
– starting, convenient
access34
– switching off56
Engine compartment207
Engine coolant, refer to
Coolant209
Engine oil
– adding209
– BMW Maintenance
System211
– capacity235
– checking level207
– intervals between changes,
refer to Service
requirements73
Engine output, refer to Engine
data232
Engine speed, refer to Engine
data232
Engine starting, refer to
Starting the engine55
Entry lamps, refer to Interior
lamps
96
Entry map for destination130
Equalizer, tone setting145
Error messages, refer to
Check Control77
Event data recorders212
Exhaust system, refer to Hot
exhaust system117
Exterior mirrors49
– adjusting49
– automatic dimming
feature50
– automatic heating50
– folding in and out49
External audio device106

Everything from A - Z
248 Heating
– mirrors50
– rear window100
– residual heat99
– seats47
– steering wheel51
Heating and ventilation, refer
to Climate97
Heating while at a standstill,
refer to Using residual
heat99
Heavy loads, refer to Stowing
cargo119
Height, refer to
Dimensions233
Height adjustment
– seats43
– steering wheel50
High beams95
– headlamp flasher95
– indicator lamp13
High Definition Radio148
High-pressure
washer213,214
High water, refer to Driving
through water118
Highways, refer to Route
criteria135
Hill Descent Control HDC84
Hills118
Holders for cups107
Homepage BMW4
Hood206
Hooks for shopping bags110
Horn10,11
Hotel function, refer to
Locking or unlocking
separately31
Hot exhaust system117
Hydraulic brake assist, refer to
Dynamic Brake Control
DBC83
Hydroplaning117
I
IBOC, refer to High Definition
Radio148Ice warning, refer to Outside
temperature
warning69
ID3 tag, refer to Information
about the track153
Identification marks
– Run-Flat Tires204
– tire coding202
iDrive16
– adjusting brightness80
– changing language80
– changing settings80
– changing units of measure
and display format72
– controls16
– menu guidance17
– operating principle16
– overview16
– setting the date and time76
– start menu17
– status information19
iDrive operating principle16
Ignition55
– switched off55
– switched on55
Ignition key, refer to Remote
control with integrated
key26
Ignition key position 1, refer to
Radio readiness55
Ignition key position 2, refer to
Ignition on55
Ignition lock55
Imprint2
Indicator and warning
lamps13
– Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM88
Inflation pressure, refer to Tire
inflation pressure194
Inflation pressure monitoring,
refer to Tire Pressure
Monitor TPM86Initializing
– after power failure222
– compass, refer to
Calibrating104
– Flat Tire Monitor FTM85
– glass roof37
– radio, refer to Station,
storing147
– refer to Setting the time and
date76
Installation location
– CD changer156
– navigation DVD drive124
– telephone106
Instructions for navigation
system, refer to Voice
instructions
136
Instrument cluster12
Instrument lighting95
Instrument panel, refer to
Cockpit10
Integrated key26
Integrated universal remote
control102
Interior lamps96
– remote control28
Interior motion sensor33
Interior rearview mirror50
– automatic dimming
feature50
– compass104
Interlock, refer to Disengaging
the remote control57
Intermittent mode of the
wipers60
Intersection, entering,
navigation126
iPod, connecting, refer to
AUX-IN port163
iPod, connecting, refer to
USB-audio interface164
J
Jacking points222
Joystick, refer to iDrive16
Jumpering, refer to Jump
starting225
Jump starting225

Everything from A - Z
250 Mirrors49
– automatic curb monitor50
– exterior mirrors49
– heating50
– interior rearview mirror50
– memory, refer to Seat and
mirror memory47
Mirrors, folding in before
entering a car wash49
Mobile phone
– adjusting volume173
– connecting, refer to Mobile
phone, pairing170
– installation location, refer to
Center armrest106
– operation via iDrive173
– pairing170
– refer to separate Owner's
Manual
Mobile phone, installation
location, refer to Center
armrest106
Mobile phone, refer to
Telephone170
Mobile phone, refer to the
separate Owner's Manual
Modifications, technical, refer
to For your own safety5
Monitor, refer to iDrive
controls16
Monitoring system for tire
pressures, refer to Flat Tire
Monitor85
MP3 player, connecting, refer
to AUX-IN port163
MP3 player, connecting, refer
to USB-audio interface164
Multifunctional steering
wheel, refer to Buttons on
the steering wheel11
Multifunction switch
– refer to Turn signals/
headlamp flasher59
– refer to Wiper system60
Multimedia screen, refer to
iDrive16
Music, managing161
Music, playing160
Music, storing159Music collection159
– backup162
– importing162
Music player, connecting,
refer to AUX-IN port163
Music player, connecting,
refer to USB-audio
interface164
Music search160
N
Navigation announcements,
refer to Switching voice
instructions on/off136
Navigation data124
Navigation drive, location124
Navigation DVD124
Navigation system124
– address book127
– bypassing a route
section136
– continuing destination
guidance135
– destination entry125
– displaying current
position141
– entering a destination by
voice131
– entering a destination
manually125
– route list136
– selecting destination via
map130
– selecting route criteria135
– special destinations128
– starting destination
guidance135
– terminating destination
guidance135
– voice instructions136
– volume adjustment137
Neck support, refer to Head
restraints44
Nets, refer to Storage
compartments106
New tires204
North-facing map137
Nozzles97Number of cylinders, refer to
Engine data232
Nylon rope, refer to Tow
rope227
O
OBD socket, refer to Socket
for On-Board Diagnosis212
Octane ratings, refer to Fuel
specifications193
Odometer69
Oil, refer to Engine oil207
Oil consumption207
Oil level207
Old batteries, refer to
Disposal222
Onboard tool kit217
Opening and closing
– convenient access34
– from inside30
– from outside27
– using the door lock29
– via the remote control27
Options, selecting for
navigation135
Orientation menu, refer to
Start menu17
Outlets
– refer to Ventilation100
Output, refer to Engine
data232
Outside-air mode
– automatic climate control99
Outside-temperature
display69
– changing units of
measure72
– in computer72
Outside temperature
warning69
Overheated engine, refer to
Coolant temperature70
Overriding selector lever
lock59
Overview
– radio control144

Reference 253
At a glance
Controls
Driving tips
Communications
Navigation
Entertainment
Mobility
Settings
– changing on Control
Display80
– clock, 12h/24h mode76
– DVD155
– language80
Settings and information72
Setting times, refer to
Preselecting switch-on
times101
Shifting gears
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic58
– manual transmission57
Shiftlock
– automatic transmission,
refer to Changing selector
lever positions58
Short commands for the voice
activation system236
Short route in navigation, refer
to Selecting route135
Shuffled, refer to Random
– CD changer153
– CD player153
Side airbags90
Side windows, refer to
Windows35
Signal horn, refer to
Horn10,11
Sitting safely42
– with airbags42
– with head restraint42
– with safety belts42
Ski bag111
Ski bag for convertible, refer to
Through-loading opening
with integrated transport
bag112
Sliding/tilt sunroof, refer to
Glass roof, electric37
Slot for remote control55
Smokers' package, refer to
Ashtray108
Snap-in adapter
– inserting/removing179
– use170Snap-in adapter, refer to
Center armrest storage
compartment106
Socket, On-Board Diagnosis
OBD212
Socket, refer to Connecting
electrical appliances108
SOS, refer to Sending an
Emergency Request224
Sound output for
entertainment on/off144
Spare fuses,223
Spare fuses, refer to
Fuses223
Special destinations128
Speed
– Run-Flat Tires86
– with winter tires
205
Speed limit79
Speed limit warning, refer to
Speed limit79
Speedometer12
Speed Volume145
Split screen, refer to Control
Display, switching on/off19
Split screen content, refer to
Display for split screen
content, selecting19
Spray nozzles, refer to
Cleaning windshield and
headlamps60
Stability control, refer to
Driving stability control
systems83
Start/stop button55
– starting the engine55
– switching off the engine56
Starting, refer to Starting the
engine55
Starting assistance, refer to
Jump starting225
Starting difficulties
– jump starting225
Starting the engine
– start/stop button55
Start menu17
State/province, for
navigation125Station, selecting
– radio147
Status of this Owner's Manual
at time of printing5
Steam jet213,214
Steering wheel50
– adjustment50
– buttons on steering
wheel11
– heating51
– lock55
– locking with convenient
access34
Steering with variable ratio,
refer to Active steering89
Steptronic, refer to Automatic
transmission with
Steptronic57
Storage216
Storage compartments106
Storage nets110
"Store Channel"
in radio151
Storing seat positions, refer to
Seat and mirror memory47
Storing tires205
Stowage, refer to Storage
compartments106
Street, entering,
navigation126
Summer tires, refer to Wheels
and tires194
Surface ice, refer to Outside
temperature warning69
SVCD154
SW, waveband147
Switches, refer to Cockpit10
Switching off
– engine56
Switching off the engine
– start/stop button55
Switching on
– audio144
– CD changer144
– CD player144
– radio144
Switching the cooling function
on and off100

Everything from A - Z
254 Switch-on times of parked car
ventilation, preselecting101
Symbols4
– status information19
– traffic bulletins for navigation
system138
T
Tachometer69
Tailgate, refer to Luggage
compartment lid31
Tail lamp
– replacing bulb222
Tail lamps220
– replacing bulb220,221
Tank contents, refer to
Capacities235
Technical data232
– capacities235
– dimensions233
Technical modifications, refer
to For your own safety5
Telephone170
– installation location, refer to
Center armrest106
– refer to separate Owner's
Manual
TeleService, activating187
TeleService Diagnosis184
TeleService Help184
Temperature
– automatic climate control98
– changing unit of measure72
– coolant, refer to Coolant
temperature70
Temperature display
– outside temperature69
– outside temperature
warning69
– setting the units72
Tempomat, refer to Cruise
control61
Tensioning straps, refer to
Securing cargo120
The individual vehicle5
Third brake lamp, refer to
Center brake lamp222Through-loading opening with
integrated transport
bag112
Through-loading system109
Tilt alarm sensor33
Tilt function, passenger-side
mirror50
Timer, refer to Preselecting
switch-on times101
Tire inflation pressure194
– loss86,87
Tire pressure monitoring,
refer to Flat Tire Monitor85
Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM86
– resetting the system87
– system limitations87
– warning lamp88
Tire puncture, refer to Flat Tire
Monitor86
Tire Quality Grading202Tires
– age202,203
– air loss88
– breaking in116
– changing, refer to Changing
wheels222
– condition203
– damage203
– inflation pressure194
– labels202
– minimum tread depth203
– new wheels and tires204
– pressure monitoring, refer to
Flat Tire Monitor85
– pressure monitoring, refer to
Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM86
– puncture86
– replacing204
– Run-Flat204
– size202
– storage205
– tread depth203
– wear indicators, refer to
Minimum tread depth203
– wheel/tire combination, refer
to Correct wheels and
tires204
– winter tires205
TMC station, refer to
Traffic bulletins138
Tone
– control144
– middle setting146
Tools, refer to Onboard tool
kit217
Top, refer to Retractable
hardtop38
Top 50 of music
collection161
Torque, refer to Engine
data232
Tow bar227
Tow fitting227
– screw thread227
Tow fittings for tow-starting
and towing away227