fuel tank capacity BMW 330i SEDAN 2001 E46 Owner's Manual

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IndexDataTechnologyRepairsCar careControlsOverview
Refueling Fuel filler door
Before filling the tank, shut off the
engine. If you do not, fuel cannot
flow into the tank and the "Service
Engine Soon" lamp may come on.<
Press on the rear edge of the fuel filler
door to open and close it.
To unlock the fuel filler door if the
central locking system malfunctions,
refer to page 172.
When handling fuels, comply with
all of the applicable safety precau-
tions and regulations pertaining to fuels.
Never carry spare fuel containers in
your vehicle. Whether empty or full,
these containers can leak, cause an
explosion, or lead to fire in the event of
a collision.<
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Simple and environmentally
friendly
Open the filler cap carefully to
prevent fuel from spraying out.
Fuel spray may cause injury.<
Keep the filler cap in the bracket
attached to the fuel filler door.
When refueling, insert the filler nozzle
completely into the filler pipe. Pulling
the nozzle out of the pipe during refu-
eling
>results in premature pump shutoff
>and will reduce the effect of the vapor
recovery system on the pump.
The fuel tank is full, whenever the fuel
nozzle shuts off the first time, as is
specified for proper service.
Tank capacity: refer to page 195.
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Close the fuel cap carefully after
refueling until a "click" is heard.
While closing, be sure not to squeeze
the strap which is fastened to the cap.
A loose or missing cap will activate the
"Service Engine Soon" warning lamp.<

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Fuel gauge Temperature gauge Service Interval Display When you switch on the ignition, the
indicator lamp comes on briefly to
confirm that the system is stationary.
Once the indicator lamp begins to light
up continuously, there are still approx.
2 gallons (8 liters) of fuel in the fuel
tank.
Tank capacity: refer to page 195.
If the tilt of the vehicle varies (extended
driving in mountainous areas, for
example), there may be slight fluctua-
tions of the needle.
Fill the fuel tank well before it is
empty. Driving to the last drop of
fuel can result in damage to the engine
and/or the catalytic converter.<460us081
BlueThe engine is still cold. Drive at
moderate engine and vehicle speeds.RedWhen you switch on the ignition, the
indicator lamp comes on briefly to
confirm that the system is operational.
If the lamp comes on while operating
the vehicle: the engine is overheated.
Stop and switch the engine off immedi-
ately and allow it to cool down.Between the blue and red zonesNormal operating range. It is not
unusual for the needle to rise as far as
the edge of the red zone in response to
high outside temperatures or severe
operating conditions. Checking coolant
level: refer to page 142.460de082
Remaining distance for serviceThe displays shown in the illustration
appear for a few seconds from ignition
key position 1 or after the engine is
started.
The next service due appears with the
message OILSERVICE or INSPECTION,
together with the remaining distance
before the service is due.
The computer bases its calculations of
the remaining distance on the previous
driving style.
A flashing message and a "Ð" in front of
the number mean that the service
interval has already been exceeded by
the distance shown on the display.
Please contact your BMW center for an
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Weights
BMW 320i BMW 325i BMW 325xi BMW 330i BMW 330xi
Curb weight (with one person, ready for operation, full tank of fuel, options not included)
with manual transmission
with automatic transmissionlbs. (kg)
lbs. (kg)3,175
(1,440)
3,252
(1,475)3,241
(1,470)
3,318
(1,505)3,494
(1,585)
3,560
(1,615)3,318
(1,505)
3,373
(1,530)3,527 (1,600)
3,583 (1,625)
Approved gross vehicle weight
with manual transmission
with automatic transmissionlbs. (kg)
lbs. (kg)4,233
(1,920)
4,310
(1,955)4,299
(1,950)
4,376
(1,985)4,553
(2,065)
4,619
(2,095)4,376
(1,985)
4,431
(2,010)4,586 (2,080)
4,641 (2,105)
Approved front axle weight lbs. (kg) 1,962 (890) 1,962 (890) 2,183 (990) 1,984 (900) 2,205 (1,000)
Approved rear axle weight lbs. (kg) 2,403
(1,090)2,436
(1,105)2,469
(1,120)2,469
(1,120)2,491 (1,130)
Approved roof load capacity lbs. (kg) 165 (75) 165 (75) 165 (75) 165 (75) 165 (75)
Luggage compartment capacity cu ft (l) 15.5 (440) 15.5 (440) 15.5 (440) 15.5 (440) 15.5 (440)
Never exceed either the approved axle weights or the gross vehicle weight.

Everything from A to ZFootwell lamps89
bulb replacement164
Four-wheel drive182
Front fog lamps89
bulb replacement161
Frost protection,
radiator142
Fuel28
Fuel consumption78
Fuel consumption
display75
Fuel filler door
releasing following an
electrical malfunction172
Fuel gauge75
Fuel injection192
Fuel quality28
Fuel reserve indicator
lamp75
Fuel specifications28
Fuel tank capacity195
Fuel tank gauge75
Functional status187
Fuses170 G
Gasoline28
Gasoline gauge75
Glove compartment104 Glove compartment lamp,
bulb replacement164
Gross vehicle weight194
H
Handbrake64
Handsfree system107
Hazard warning flashers26
Hazard warning triangle26
Head restraints48
Headlamp covers,
care146,159
Headlamp flasher69,89
Headlamp washer
system138,195
Headlamp washers71
Headlamps88
Heated seats103
Heating, rapid96
Heavy loads112
Height193
HiFi system Ð harman
kardon104
High beams23,69,89
bulb replacement159
High Performance Synthetic
Oils140
High-mount brake lamp163
Hood release134 Horn17
Hubcap166
Hydraulic Brake assistant,
refer to DBC
I
Ice warning77
Icy roads77
Identification, tires128
Ignition key32
Ignition lock62
Imprint4
Indicator lamps20
Inflated pressure28,125
Inflation pressure
monitoring86,186
INSPECTION75
Instrument cluster18
Instrument panel18
Interaxle tire rotation127
Interface socket108
for Onboard
Diagnostics154
Interference
cellular phone124
Interior lamps36,89
bulb replacement163
remote control36
Interior motion sensor42 Interior rearview mirror52
automatic dimming
feature53,184
Interlock62
Intermittent wipe69
J
Jack165
Jump-starting173 K
Key Memory53
Keys32
with remote control32 L
Lamps and bulbs158
LAMPS ON warning88
Lashing eyes112
LATCH attachment of the
child seat59
Leather care150
Length193
License plate lamp, bulb
replacement163
Light switch88
Light-alloy wheels130
Lighter108
Load-securing devices112