catalytic converter BMW 5 SERIES 2004 E60 Service and warranty information

Corrosion Protection
Extensive corrosion protection measures
implemented by BMW now make it possible
to offer a six-year limited anti-corrosion
warranty against rust perforation on your
vehicle provided that the vehicle is maintained
in accordance with the provisions of the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty as outlined in the
Warranty Section of this Statement (page 30).
The major degree of corrosion protection is
due to the electrophoretic dip painting
process which cathodically deposits paint
particles on all body parts, attracting paint
particles into the minutest cavities or seams.
Body parts are designed to provide optimum
corrosion protection.
During manufacture, exterior body parts
receive an additional corrosion protection
coat. Hood, trunk, doors and other body
parts are coated with PVC and sealed from
the outside.
All floor panels receive a resilient coating of
PVC for maximum protection against damage
due to stones, etc.
Corrosion protection materials tested over
many years are applied to the surfaces of
cavities and to the entire underside of the
vehicle during and after assembly.
Requirements for maintaining the six-year
limited anti-corrosion warranty are outlined in
the Warranty Section of this Statement (page
32).
Restoring corrosion protection
Please take care that anti-corrosion material
is replaced when your car is repaired after
body or chassis damage.
BMW will not accept any liability for any
parts and accessories not approved by
BMW.
Underbody maintenance
The underbody has to be cleaned at least
once a year, in spring, with plain water in
order to remove mud, chemical sediments
and other deposits. If those materials are not
removed, corrosion (rust) will occur on metal
components.
Your BMW center will do this anti-corrosion
service for you.
WARNING
Do not apply additional undercoating or rust-
proofing on or near the exhaust manifold,
exhaust pipes, catalytic converter or heat
shields. During driving, the substance used
for undercoating could overheat and cause a
fire.
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The following systems are covered by the
Federal Emission Performance Warranty for a
period of two years or 24,000 miles,
whichever occurs first. The specific systems
may vary according to model, therefore, all of
the systems listed may not be used on your
vehicle. For assistance in determining which
systems and specific components within
these systems apply to your vehicle, please
contact your BMW center.
AIR INDUCTION SYSTEM
FUEL METERING SYSTEM
IGNITION SYSTEM
POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION
SYSTEM (PCV)
FUEL EVAPORATIVE CONTROL SYSTEM
EXHAUST SYSTEM
ENGINE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
SENSORS/DEVICES
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM (OBD)
RELATED PARTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE
ABOVE SYSTEMS
The following components and/or system
are/is covered under the Federal Emission
Warranty for a period of 8 years or 80,000
miles, whichever occurs first.
CATALYTIC CONVERTER
ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (INCLUDING
ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM)
For assistance in determining coverage of the
specific components of the on-board diagnos-
tic system, please contact your BMW center.
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California Emission Control
Warranty Statement*
Your Warranty Rights and
Obligations
The California Air Resources Board and
BMW of North America (BMW NA) are
pleased to explain the emission control
system warranty on your 2004 vehicle. In
California, new motor vehicles must be
designed, built and equipped to meet the
State’s stringent anti-smog standards. BMW
NA must warrant the emission control system
on your vehicle for the periods of time listed
below provided there has been no abuse,
neglect or improper maintenance of your
vehicle.
Your emission control system may include
parts such as the fuel injection system, the
ignition system, catalytic converter, and
engine computer. Also included may be
hoses, belts, connectors and other emission-
related assemblies.
Where a warrantable condition exists, BMW
NA will repair your vehicle at no cost to you
including diagnosis, parts and labor.
Manufacturer’s Warranty Coverage:
–For 3 years or 50,000 miles whichever
occurs first:
1. If your vehicle fails a Smog Check inspec-
tion, all necessary repairs and adjustments
will be made by BMW NA to ensure that
your vehicle passes the inspection. This is
your emission control system PERFOR-
MANCE WARRANTY.
2. If any emission-related part on your
vehicle is defective, the part will be
repaired or replaced by BMW NA. This is
your short-term emission control system
DEFECTS WARRANTY.
–For 7 years or 70,000 miles whichever
occurs first:
If an emission-related part specially noted on
page 40 as having coverage for 7 years or
70,000 miles is defective, the part will be
repaired or replaced by BMW NA. This is
your long-term emission control system
DEFECTS WARRANTY.
Owner’s Warranty Responsibilities:
–As the vehicle owner, you are responsible
for the performance of the required
maintenance listed in your Owner’s
Manual. BMW NA recommends that you
retain all receipts covering maintenance on
your vehicle, but BMW NA cannot deny
warranty solely for the lack of receipts or
for your failure to ensure the performance
of all scheduled maintenance.
–You are responsible for presenting your
vehicle to an authorized BMW center as
soon as a problem exists. The warranty
repairs should be completed in a reason-
able amount of time, not to exceed 30
days.
–As the vehicle owner, you should also be
aware that BMW NA may deny your
warranty coverage if your vehicle or part
has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper
maintenance or unapproved modifications.
If you have any questions regarding your
warranty rights and responsibilities, you
should contact:
BMW of North America
Customer Relations Department
PO. Box 1227
Westwood, N.J. 07675-1227
Telephone: 1-800-831-1117
Website:
www.bmwusa.com
or the
California Air Resources Board
9528 Telstar Avenue
P.O. Box 8001
El Monte, CA 91731
*The California Emissions Control System
Limited Warranty applies to all 2004 U.S.
specification BMW vehicles sold, leased,
and/or registered in California, Maine,
Massachusetts or Vermont.
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For assistance in determining which parts are
covered by this warranty, please contact your
authorized BMW center or the BMW NA
Customer Relations Department at 1-800-
831-1117. You may obtain further information
concerning the emissions warranty or report
violations of warranty terms, by contacting Air
Resources Board (ARB), Mobile Source
Division, 9528 Telstar Avenue, P.O. Box 8001,
El Monte, CA 91731. Please include the title
of the BMW service department head and
telephone number.California Emission Warranty
Parts List
The following components are covered for
defects by the California Emission Control
System Limited Warranty for a period of 7
years or 70,000 miles, whichever comes first:
Component5 Series
Intake Manifold•
Vanos Camshaft Position Controller•
Engine Control Module•
Knock Sensor•
Fuel Tank•
Exhaust Manifold•
Exhaust Manifold with Catalyst•
Three Way Catalytic Converter•
Transmission Control Module•
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