light BMW 330I SEDAN 2005 E90 Repair Manual

Under the hood
184 3.The coolant level is correct if it is between
the maximum and minimum marks in the
filler neck, refer also to the diagram next to
the filler neck.
4.If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to
the specified level; do not overfill.
5.Turn the cap until there is an audible click.
6.Have the reason for the coolant loss elimi-
nated as soon as possible.
Brake system
Malfunctions
Brake fluid
The warning lamps light up in red
even though the handbrake has been
released. A message appears on the
Control Display. Stop immediately.
The brake fluid in the reservoir has fallen to
below the minimum level. At the same time, a
considerably longer brake pedal travel may be
noticeable. Have the system checked without
delay.
Display of this malfunction on Cana-
dian models.
If you continue to drive the car, you may
have to apply more pressure to the brake
pedal and braking distances may be signifi-
cantly longer. Please adapt your driving style
accordingly.<
Brake pads
The warning lamps light up in red
even though the handbrake has been
released. A message appears on the
Control Display. The brake pads have
reached the safe limit for pad wear. Have brake
pads replaced immediately.
Display of this malfunction on Cana-
dian models.
For your own safety: use only brake pads
that BMW has approved for the corre-
sponding vehicle model. BMW is unable to
assess the suitability of brake pads it has not
approved and therefore cannot guarantee their
safety.<

Maintenance
186
OBD Socket
The Onboard Diagnostics OBD interface
socket is located on the left of the driver's side
under the instrument panel and under a cover.
The cover has the letters OBD on it.
The purpose of the OBD system is to ensure
proper operation of the emissions control sys-
tem for the vehicle's lifetime. The system mon-
itors emissions-related components and sys-
tems for deterioration and malfunction.
An illuminated lamp informs you of
the need for service, not of the need
to stop the vehicle. However, the sys-
tems should be checked by your
BMW center at the earliest possible opportu-
nity.
Display of this malfunction on Cana-
dian models.
Under certain conditions, the indica-
tor will blink or flash. This indicates a
rather severe level of engine misfire. When this
occurs, you should reduce speed and consult
the nearest BMW center as soon as possible.
Severe engine misfire over only a short period
of time can seriously damage emissions control
components, especially the catalytic converter.
When the gas cap is not properly tight-
ened, the OBD system can detect the
vapor leak and the indicator will light up. If the
gas cap is subsequently tightened, the indicator
should go out within a few days.<
Event data recorders
Your vehicle may be equipped with one or more
sensing and diagnostic modules or a recording
device capable of recording or transmitting cer-tain vehicle data or information. In addition, if
you have a Subscription Service Agreement for
the BMW Assist system, certain vehicle infor-
mation may be transmitted or recorded in order
to provide such services.
Care
Important information on the care and mainte-
nance of your BMW is contained in the Caring
for your vehicle brochure.

Replacing components
188 journey with great care, provided that local leg-
islation does not prohibit this.
Have work on the xenon lighting system
performed only by your BMW center or a
workshop that works according to BMW repair
procedures with correspondingly trained per-
sonnel. Due to the high electrical voltages
present, there is a risk of potentially fatal acci-
dents if work is performed inappropriate.<
Parking lamps, roadside parking lamps
In the event of a malfunction, please contact
your BMW center or a workshop that works
according to BMW repair procedures with cor-
respondingly trained personnel.
Halogen lamps
H7 bulb, 55 watts
Always wear gloves and eye protection;
the atmosphere within the H7 bulb is
pressurized. Otherwise there is a risk of injury if
the bulb is damaged.<
There are separate headlamp covers for low-
beam headlamps and high-beam headlamps.
Be careful when installing the covers, as
otherwise leaks could occur and cause
damage to the headlamp system.<
For checking and adjusting headlamp
aim, please contact your BMW center.<
Access to the lamps
The high-beam headlamp can be accessed
from the engine compartment, whereas the
low-beam headlamp is accessed through a flap
in the wheel well.1Cover for high-beam headlamp
2Cover for low-beam headlamp
3Turn signal
To remove the covers:
1.Fold the respective wire bracket to the side,
see arrows.
2.Flip open the cover and take it out of the
guide.
Follow the same steps in reverse order to reat-
tach the covers.
Access through the wheel well
Only for low-beam headlamps and turn signals:
1.Turn the wheel inwards.
2.Open the flap in the wheel well.
Changing low-beam and high-beam
bulbs
1.Remove the relevant cover for the head-
lamp.
2.Disconnect the plug from the lamp.

Mobility
189Reference
At a glance
Controls
Driving tips
Communications
Navigation
Entertainment
3.Push the wire bracket to the side out of the
mounting, arrow1, and fold it down,
arrow2.
4.Remove the bulb.
5.Insert the new bulb.
6.Fold up the wire bracket and clamp it.
7.Connect the plug.
8.Reattach the cover.
Parking lamps, roadside parking lamps
5 watt bulb, W 5 W
1.Remove the cover for the high-beam head-
lamp.
2.Pull out the bulb holder, see arrow.
3.Remove and replace the bulb.
4.Insert the bulb holder.
5.Reattach the cover.
Turn signals, front
21 watt bulb, PY 21 W
or PY 21 W Silver Vision1.Turn bulb holder1 to the left and remove.
2.Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while
turning it to the left for removal and replace-
ment.
3.Insert bulb holder1.
4.Attach the flap to the wheel well.
Side-mounted turn signals
5 watt bulb, WY 5 W
or WY 5 W-ST (Silver Top)
1.Press back against the front edge of the
light with the tip of your finger, then pivot it
out.
2.Extract the bulb for replacement.
3.Insert the lamp.
Tail lamps
21 watt bulbs, P 21 W
The tail lamps are divided into two parts. One
part is in the luggage compartment lid, the other
is in the fender.

Mobility
191Reference
At a glance
Controls
Driving tips
Communications
Navigation
Entertainment
according to BMW repair procedures with cor-
respondingly trained personnel.
Light-emitting diodes LEDs
Light-emitting diodes installed behind translu-
c e n t l e n s e s s e r v e a s t h e l i g h t s o u r c e f o r m a n y o f
the controls and displays in your vehicle. These
light-emitting diodes, which operate using a
concept similar to that applied in conventional
lasers, are officially designated as Class 1 light-
emitting diodes.
Do not remove the covers or expose the
eyes directly to the unfiltered light source
for several hours at a time, as this could cause
irritation to the retina.<
Changing wheels
Your BMW is equipped with Run-Flat Tires as
standard. This removes the need to change a
wheel immediately in the event of a puncture.
The symbol identifying Run-Flat Tires is a circle
with the letters RSC on the sidewall, refer to
Run-Flat Tires, page178.
When mounting new tires or changing over
from summer to winter tires and vice versa,
mount Run-Flat Tires for your own safety. In the
event of a flat, moreover, no spare wheel is
available. Your BMW center will be glad to
advise you. Refer also to New wheels and tires,
page178.
The tools for changing wheels are avail-
able as optional accessories from your
BMW center.<
Jack mounting points
The jacking points are at the positions shown in
the illustration.
Vehicle battery
Battery care
The battery is 100 % maintenance-free, the
electrolyte will last for the life of the battery
when the vehicle is operated in a temperate cli-
mate. Your BMW center will be glad to advise in
all matters concerning the battery.
Charging battery
Only charge the battery in the vehicle via the
terminals in the engine compartment with the
engine off. Connections, refer to Jump starting
on page194.
Disposal
Have old batteries disposed of by your
BMW center or hand them in to a recy-
cling center. Maintain the battery in an upright
position for transport and storage. Always
secure the battery against tipping over during
transport.<
Power failure
After a temporary power loss, the functioning of
some equipment may be limited and require
reinitialization. Individual settings may likewise
have been lost and will have to be repro-
grammed:
>Time and date
These values must be updated, refer to
page71.

Mobility
193Reference
At a glance
Controls
Driving tips
Communications
Navigation
Entertainment
Giving and receiving assistance
Emergency calling*
Conditions for an emergency call:
>Radio readiness is switched on.
>The car phone is logged on to a portable
telephone network.
>The emergency call system is operable.
Initiating an emergency call
1.To open the protective cover of the keypad:
touch the protective cover.
2.Press the button for at least 2 seconds. The
indicator lamp in the button lights up. As
soon as the voice connection to the BMW
Assist response center has been estab-
lished, the indicator lamp flashes.
If conditions allow, remain in the vehicle until
the connection has been established. You will
then be able to provide a detailed description of
the situation.
In vehicles with BMW Assist enabled, if the cur-
rent location of your vehicle can be determined,
it will be transmitted to the BMW Assist
response center.
To enable BMW Assist, refer to page160.
If the indicator lamp is flashing but the emer-
gency call center cannot be heard over the
hands-free system, it is possible that the
hands-free system is malfunctioning. The
emergency call center may still be able to hear
you, however.
Under certain conditions, an emergency call is
automatically initiated immediately after a severe accident. The automatic emergency call
is not affected by the button being pressed.
For technical reasons, the emergency call
cannot be guaranteed under unfavorable
conditions.<
Roadside Assistance
The BMW Group's Roadside Assistance ser-
vice is there to assist you around the clock in
the event of a breakdown, including on week-
ends and public holidays.
The phone numbers of the Roadside Assis-
tance in your home country can be found in the
Contact brochure.
In vehicles equipped with BMW Assist or
TeleService, you can establish contact with the
BMW Group's Roadside Assistance for break-
down assistance directly via iDrive, refer to
page162.
First-aid kit*
The first-aid pouch is on the right-hand side of
the luggage compartment in a storage area.
Some of the articles contained in the first-
aid kit have a limited service life. There-
fore, check the expiration dates of the contents
regularly and replace any items in good time, if
necessary. You can find replacements in any
pharmacy.
Comply with the applicable legislation requiring

Giving and receiving assistance
196
Vehicles with automatic transmission
Selector lever in position N.
Changing selector lever positions, refer to
page52.
Do not exceed a towing speed of 45 mph
or 70 km/h and a towing distance of
90 miles/150 km, as otherwise the automatic
transmission may be damaged.<
Towing methods
In some countries, towing with tow bars or
ropes is not permitted in public traffic.
Familiarize yourself with the regulations on tow-
ing in the respective country.
With tow bar
The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than the towed vehicle, otherwise it may
be impossible to maintain control.<
The tow fittings used should be on the same
side on both vehicles. Should it prove impossi-
ble to avoid mounting the tow bar at an angle,
please observe the following:
>Clearance and maneuvering capability will
be sharply limited during cornering.
>The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it is
attached offset.
Secure the tow bar to the tow fitting only.
Otherwise damage to other vehicle parts
could result.<
With tow rope
When starting off in the towing vehicle, make
sure that the tow rope is taut.
To avoid jerking and the associated
stresses on vehicle components when
towing, always use nylon ropes or nylon straps.
Secure the tow rope to the tow fitting only. Oth-
erwise damage to other vehicle parts could
result.<
With tow truck
Have the BMW transported with a tow truck
with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed.
Do not lift the vehicle by a tow fitting or
body and chassis parts, as otherwise
damage may result.<
Tow-starting
If the electrical system fails, do not
attempt to tow-start or tow away the car.
The electric steering wheel lock cannot be dis-
engaged and the car is not steerable. Jump
starting, refer to page194.<
Do not tow-start vehicles with an auto-
matic transmission. Only tow-start vehi-
cles with a catalytic converter with the engine
cold. It is better to jump start the engine, refer to
page194.<
1.Switch on the hazard warning flashers,
comply with local regulations.
2.Switch on the ignition, refer to page49.
3.Shift into 3rd gear.
4.Have the vehicle tow-started with the clutch
pedal completely depressed and slowly
release the clutch. After the engine starts,
immediately depress the clutch pedal com-
pletely again.
5.Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow
bar or rope and switch off the hazard warn-
ing flashers.
6.Have the vehicle checked.

Short commands for the voice command system
204
Climate
menu
To select radio presets138{Preset ...} or
{Choose preset}
To open "Manual"139{FM manual} or
{AM manual}
To open strongest radio station139{AM Autostore}
To call up CD player145{CD menu}
To switch on CD player145{CD}
To call up CD changer145{CD changer menu}
To switch on CD changer145{CD changer}
To select CD145{CD 1...6}
To select CD and music track146{CD 1...6 track ...}
To select track146{Track ...}
To open "Audio Aux"149{Audio Aux menu}
To call up DVD145{DVD player menu}
To switch on DVD145{DVD player}
FunctionCommand
FunctionCommand
To open "Vent settings"90{Vent settings}
To open "Automatic programs"91{Automatic programs}
FunctionCommand
To open "Door locks"30, 32{Door locks}
To open "Steering wheel buttons"45{Steering wheel buttons}
To open "Lighting"53{Lighting}
To open "Communication settings"160{Communication settings}
To open "BMW Service settings"160{BMW Service settings}
To open "BMW Service"162{BMW Service}
To open "Service requirements"70, 161{Service requirements}
To open "Service"70, 161{Service}
To display "Check Control messages"73{Check Control messages}
To open "Display settings"76{Display settings}
To set brightness of Control Display76{Brightness}
To open "Units"64{Units}
To open "Languages"76, 127{Languages}
To open "Time"71{Time}

Everything from A - Z
206
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
System78
ACC, refer to Active cruise
control57
Accessories, refer to The
individual vehicle5
Activated-charcoal filter for
automatic climate control92
Active cruise control57
– indicator lamps60
– malfunction61
– selecting distance59
– sensor61
Active steering81
– initializing the system82
– warning lamp82
Adaptive Head Light86
"Add digits" for portable
phone155
Additives
– coolant183
"Address book" in
navigation121
Address for navigation
– deleting122
– entering115
– selecting121
– storing current position121
"Add to destination list"118
Adjusting the temperature
with automatic climate
control90
Adjusting the tone during
audio operation, refer to
Tone control135Adjustment in audio mode
– front-to-rear135
– right/left balance135
Airbags82
– sitting safely38
– warning lamp84
Air distribution
– automatic90
– individual90
Air flow rate91
Airing, refer to Ventilation92
Air pressure, tires170
Air recirculation, refer to
Recirculated-air mode91
"Air recirculation on / off"45
Air vents89
AKI, refer to Fuel
specifications168
Alarm system34
– avoiding unintentional
alarms35
– interior motion sensor35
– switching off an alarm34
– tilt alarm sensor35
"All channels"
142
All-season tires, refer to
Winter tires179
"All stations", calling up on
radio138
"AM", waveband134,138
AM, waveband138
Ambient air, refer to
Recirculated-air mode91
Antenna for portable
phone152
Antifreeze
– coolant183
– washer fluid55
Antilock Brake System ABS
– indicator lamp79
Anti-theft alarm system, refer
to Alarm system34
Anti-theft system29Anti-trapping mechanism
– glass sunroof, electric37
– windows35
Approved axle loads, refer to
Weights201
Approved gross vehicle
weight, refer to Weights201
Armrest, refer to Center
armrest96
Arrival time
– computer66
– destination guidance125
"Arrow display" in
navigation126
Ashtray98
Assist, refer to BMW
Assist160
Assistance systems, refer to
Dynamic Stability Control
DSC78
Assistance window20
AUC Automatic recirculated-
air control91
Audio134
– controls134
– switching on/off134
– tone control135
– volume135
"Audio Aux"134
Audio device, external97
"Audio" tone settings135
"Auto. headlamps"85
Automatic
– air distribution90
– air flow rate90
– cruise control55,57
– headlamp control85
– service notification161
– storing of stations139
Automatic climate control89
– automatic air distribution90
– settings via iDrive90
Automatic curb monitor44

Everything from A - Z
208 Car battery, refer to Vehicle
battery191
Car care, refer to Caring for
your vehicle brochure
Car-care products, refer to
Caring for your vehicle
brochure
"Car Data"66
Care, refer to Caring for your
vehicle brochure
Cargo, securing109
Cargo loading
– stowing cargo109
– vehicle108
Caring for artificial leather,
refer to Caring for your
vehicle brochure
Caring for leather, refer to
Caring for your vehicle
brochure
Caring for light-alloy wheels,
refer to Caring for your
vehicle brochure
Caring for plastic, refer to
Caring for your vehicle
brochure
Caring for the carpet, refer to
Caring for your vehicle
brochure
Caring for the vehicle finish,
refer to Caring for your
vehicle brochure
Car jack
– jacking points191
Car key, refer to Integrated
key/remote control28
Car phone152
– installation location, refer to
Center armrest96
– refer to Portable phone152
– refer to separate Owner's
Manual
Car radio, refer to Radio138
Car wash108
– also refer to Caring for your
vehicle brochure
Catalytic converter, refer to
Hot exhaust system106
"Categories"142CBS Condition Based
Service185
"CD"134,145
CD changer145
– controls134
– fast forward/reverse147
– installation location147
– playing a track146
– random order147
– repeating a track146
– selecting a CD145
– selecting a track146
– switching on/off134
– tone control135
– volume135
CD player145
– controls134
– fast forward/reverse147
– playing a track
146
– random order147
– repeating a track146
– selecting a track146
– switching on/off134
– tone control135
– volume135
Center armrest96
Center brake lamp
– replacing bulbs190
Center console, refer to
Around the center
console14
"Central locking"30
Central locking
– from inside32
– from outside29
Central locking system29
Changing bulbs187
Changing the language on the
Control Display76
Changing the measurement
units on the Control
Display68
Changing wheels191
Chassis number, refer to
Engine compartment181
Check Control73
"Check Control
messages"75
Check Gas Cap168Checking the air pressure,
refer to Tire inflation
pressure170
Child-restraint fixing system
LATCH48
Child-restraint systems46
Child-safety lock48
Child seats46
Chrome parts, care, refer to
Caring for your vehicle
brochure
Cigarette lighter99
– socket99
Cleaning, refer to Caring for
your vehicle brochure
Cleaning headlamps54
– washer fluid55
"Climate"90
Clock64
– 12h/24h mode72
– setting time71
Closing
– from inside32
– from outside30
Clothes hooks97
Cold start, refer to Starting the
engine49
Combined instrument, refer to
Instrument cluster12
Comfort area, refer to Around
the center console14
"Communication"153
"Communication
settings"160
Compact disc, refer to
– CD changer145
– CD player145
Compact wheel
– inflation pressure
172,173,174,175
Compartment for remote
control, refer to Ignition
lock49
Compass94
Computer65
– displays on Control
Display66
– hour signal72
Computer, refer to iDrive16