automatic transmission fluid BMW ACTIVEHYBRID3 2013 Owners Manual

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 container. Use
BMW’s Windshield Washer Concentrate 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 reser‐
voir.
Fill with a mixture of windshield washer concen‐
trate and water and – if required – with a washer
antifreeze, according to the manufacturer's rec‐
ommendations.
Mix the washer fluid before adding to maintain
the correct mixing ratio.
Do not add windshield washer concentrate un‐
diluted and do not fill with pure water; this could
damage the wiper system.
Do not fill with undiluted antifreeze.
For the capacity, refer to technical data.
Automatic transmission with
Steptronic
Transmission positions
D Drive, automatic position
Position for normal vehicle operation. All for‐
ward 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 63, position P is engaged automatically.
P Park
Select only when the vehicle is stationary. The
drive wheels are blocked.
P is engaged automatically:▷After deactivating drive readiness when the
vehicle is in radio ready state, refer to
page 63, or when the ignition is switched off,
refer to page 63, and when position R or D is
engaged.▷With the ignition is off, if position N is en‐
gaged.▷If the safety belt is unbuckled, the driver's
door is opened, and the brake pedal is not
pressed while the vehicle is stationary and
transmission position R or D is engaged.
Before exiting the vehicle, make sure that posi‐
tion P of the automatic transmission is engaged.
Otherwise, the vehicle may begin to roll.
Kickdown
Kickdown is used to achieve maximum driving
performance. Press on the gas pedal beyond the
resistance point at the full throttle position.
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corresponding engine or body ground of the
vehicle to be started.
Starting the engine
Never use spray fluids to start the engine.
1.Start the engine of the assisting vehicle and
let it run for several minutes at an increased
idle speed.2.Start the engine of the vehicle being started
in the usual way.
If the first starting attempt is not successful,
wait a few minutes before making another
attempt in order to allow the discharged bat‐
tery to recharge.3.Let both engines run for several minutes.4.Disconnect the jumper cables in the reverse
order.
Check the battery and recharge if necessary.
Tow-starting and towing
Automatic transmission: transporting
your vehicle
Note
Your vehicle is not permitted to be towed.
Therefore, contact a service center in the event
of a breakdown.
Do not have the vehicle towed
Have your vehicle transported on a loading
platform only; otherwise, damage may occur.◀
Tow truck
Do not lift the vehicle
Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or
body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage may
result.◀
Use the tow fitting screwed in at the front for
maneuvering the vehicle only.
Towing other vehicles
General information Light towing vehicle
The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than the vehicle being towed; otherwise, it will
not be possible to control the vehicle re‐
sponse.◀
Attaching the tow bar/tow rope correctly
Attach the tow bar or tow rope to the tow
fitting; connecting it to other vehicle parts may
cause damage.◀
▷Switch on the hazard warning system, de‐
pending on local regulations.▷If the electrical system has failed, clearly
identify the vehicle being towed by placing
a sign or a warning triangle in the rear win‐
dow.
Tow bar
The tow fittings used should be on the same
side on both vehicles.
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with appropriately trained personnel. Other‐
wise, there is the risk of fatal injury from electric
shock due to the hybrid system's high voltage. ◀
Hybrid system: contact with water
The hybrid system is typically safe even in the
following example situations:▷Water in the footwell, for instance after a
rainstorm when the glass sunroof is open.▷Vehicle is in the water, such as in the event
of high water levels.▷Liquid escapes in the trunk.
In these cases there is no risk of injury from elec‐
tric shock. Other damage to the vehicle is pos‐
sible.
Hybrid system: automatic deactivation
If an accident occurs, the hybrid system is
switched off automatically to prevent risk of dan‐
ger to occupants and other road users.
Read the information on What to do after an ac‐
cident, refer to page 199.
What to do after an accident
General information After an accident
After an accident, do not touch any high-
voltage components such as orange colored
high-voltage cables or parts that are in contact
with exposed high-voltage cables. Otherwise,
there is the risk of fatal injury from electric shock
due to the hybrid system's high voltage.◀
Escaping fluids
Do not touch any fluids escaping from the
high-voltage battery, or the skin can sustain
chemical burns.◀
If you are involved in an accident with your ve‐
hicle, compliance with the following additional
safety precautions is required with regard to the
hybrid system.
▷Secure the crash site.▷Immediately notify rescue forces, police, or
firefighters of the fact that your vehicle is
equipped with a hybrid system.▷Engage transmission position P, apply the
parking brake, and switch off the ignition.▷Lock the vehicle after exiting.▷Do not inhale any gases escaping from the
high-voltage battery; if necessary, maintain
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Everything from A to Z
IndexA
ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 111
Activated-charcoal filter 134
Activate drive readiness 64
Active Blind Spot Detec‐ tion 106
ActiveHybrid, system 30
Active Protection 108
Adaptive brake lights, refer to Brake force display 108
Adaptive light control 92
Additives, oil 179
Adjustments, seats/head re‐ straints 49
After washing vehicle 201
Airbags 95
Airbags, indicator/warning light 96
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated-air mode 133
Air, dehumidifying, refer to Cooling function 133
Air distribution, manual 134
Air flow, automatic climate control 134
Air pressure, tires 169
Air vents, refer to Ventila‐ tion 135
Alarm system 44
Alarm, unintentional 45
All around the center con‐ sole 16
All around the headliner 17
All around the steering wheel 14
All-season tires, refer to Win‐ ter tires 174
Alternating-code hand-held transmitter 139 Alternative oil types 179
Antifreeze, washer fluid 70
Antilock Brake System, ABS 111
Anti-slip control, refer to DSC 111
Approved axle load 207
Approved engine oils 179
Arrival time 85
Ash tray 142
Assistance for the combustion engine 67
Assistance, Roadside Assis‐ tance 195
Assistance when driving off 115
ASSIST, Hybrid system 67
Assist system information, on Control Display 88
Attentiveness assistant 108
AUTO intensity 133
Automatic car wash 200
Automatic climate control with enhanced features 132
Automatic Curb Monitor 57
Automatic deactivation, front passenger airbags 97
Automatic deactivation of the hybrid system 199
Automatic engine start-stop function 65
Automatic headlamp con‐ trol 91
Automatic locking 41
Automatic recirculated-air control 133
Automatic transmission with Steptronic 71
AUTO program, automatic cli‐ mate control 133
AUTO program, intensity 133 Auxiliary air conditioning 136
Average fuel consumption 85
Average speed 85
Axle loads, weights 207
B
Backrest curvature, refer to Lumbar support 51
Backrest, width 51
Backup camera 120
Band-aids, refer to First aid kit 195
Bar for tow-starting/tow‐ ing 197
Battery replacement, vehicle battery 192
Battery replacement, vehicle remote control 34
Battery, vehicle 191
Belts, safety belts 52
Beverage holder, cu‐ pholder 148
Blinds, sun protection 47
BMW ActiveHybrid 30
BMW Assist, see user's manual for Navigation, Enter‐
tainment and Communica‐
tion
BMW Homepage 6
BMW Internet page 6
BMW maintenance sys‐ tem 181
Bonus range, ECO PRO 161
Bottle holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 148
Brake assistant 111
Brake discs, breaking in 152
Brake force display 108
Brake lamps, brake force dis‐ play 108 Seite 210ReferenceEverything from A to Z210
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