BMW 3 (E46) cars — abstract New fourth-generation BMW 3 Series range, factory designation "E46", appeared in April 1998. This new Sedan comes close to the level of used technological...
Vehicle identification numbers Vehicle Identification Numbers When purchasing spare parts, it is often necessary to quote the vehicle identification number, the so-called VIN. This number is...
Purchase of spare parts An important role in the repair work is played by the use of spare parts and consumables of high quality, designed specifically for your car. In general, spare...
Jacking and towing Jacking (The standard jack is located under the cover in the trunk floor). When working under the vehicle, it must be installed on a lift or, if there is no...
Starting the engine from an auxiliary power source If the following instructions are not followed, there is a risk of poisoning from escaping electrolyte. In addition, personal injury or damage to the vehicle...
Vehicle readiness checks Introduction The Section lists all nodes and systems to be checked and suggests ways to independently check their condition and functioning. Based on the...
Automotive chemicals, oils and lubricants Motor oil viscosity map BMW long life special oils p/n 07 511470 407 X can take values 30, 40, 50 There are many chemicals, oils and lubricants on the market...
Troubleshooting This Section proposes the simplest scheme for finding out the causes of malfunctions and failures occurring in the components and systems of the vehicle....
Controls and methods of operation Specifications Gasoline engines 316i unleaded, not worse than AI 95 318i unleaded, not worse than AI 95 320i unleaded, not worse than AI 98 3) 323i unleaded,...
Controls and instruments 1 - Parking lighting / dipped beam (Chapter Lighting and lighting fixtures ) 2 - direction indicators (Chapter Turn Signal/Light Switch Lever ) parking lights...
Refueling a car The refueling hatch opens by pressing on its rear edge. For information on unlocking the lid when a single lock fails, refer to Section Unlocking the filler...
Keys, single lock and anti-theft system Keys with radio remote control 1. Keys from a single lock with radio remote control transmitters 2. A spare key to store in a safe place such as a wallet. This...
Security alarm The security alarm responds to the following actions of unauthorized persons: opening the door, hood or trunk lid movement in the car (microwave interior...
Power windows Opening and closing windows After turning the ignition key to position 1: If you press the switch without going beyond the point of increased resistance, the...
Sliding/tilting sunroof Lifting - opening - closing After turning the ignition key to position 1, press the switch or slide it to the point of increased resistance in the desired...
Seats — adjustment The seats were developed using the most modern methods. The reinforced seat structure, together with the seat belts, belt restraints and tensioners and of...
Steering wheel adjustment 1. Pull down the lock handle. 2. Having taken the correct posture on the seat, adjust the fore and aft position and the angle of the steering wheel. 3. Return...
Rear view mirrors Exterior mirrors 1. Four-way mirror adjustment switch. 2. Switch from one mirror to another. 3. Key* for bringing mirrors in and out. As a result of pressing...
Security systems Belt tensioner The belt tensioner ensures a much better fit of the belt to the body during a collision, and allows it to be held securely in the seat. In a...
Ignition lock and engine start 0 Steering wheel locked The key can only be inserted into or removed from the lock in this position. After removing the key, rock the steering wheel slightly...
Parking brake Tightening the brake The lever is self-locking. If the ignition key is in position 2, then the control lamp on the dashboard will light up. Release the brake...
Manual gearbox (RKPP) Neutral Gear Lever (in the illustration it is shown by a dot) is located on the line of inclusion of 3rd and 4th gears. When shifting from any gear to the...
Automatic transmission (AT) Adaptive control system (AGS) The automatic transmission of your car is equipped with an adaptive control system (AGS), which reacts subtly to your driving...
Turn Signal/Light Switch Lever The switch has the following operating positions: 1. high beam (blue pilot lamp) 2. Light signal (blue pilot lamp) 3. Direction indicators (after switching on,...
Windshield wipers and washers 0. Starting position (windshield wipers not working). 1. Intermittent wiper / rain sensor*. 2. Wiper operation at normal frequency. 3. Work of screen wipers...
Rear window heater The illustration shows one of the options for placing the rear window heating button when the car is equipped with automatic air conditioning. An example of...
Tempostat (automatically maintain the set speed) The tempostat allows you to memorize and automatically maintain the required speed at a level of at least 30 km/h. Switching on the tempostat The tempostat can...
Park Distance Control (PDC) Sound signals When the distance to the object behind is dangerously reduced, a periodic sound signal is given. As you get closer, the frequency of the signal...
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (RDC) Operating principle The RDC system monitors the air pressure in the tires of all four wheels and while driving. The system reports a significant pressure drop...
Lighting and lighting fixtures Parking lighting If the switch is in this position, the lights on both sides of the vehicle are on. For information about one-way parking lights, refer to the...
Heater, ventilation and cabin air conditioning Heater and interior ventilation 1 - Air supply to the windshield and side windows 2 - Air supply to the upper body The wheels allow you to smoothly open and...
Salon equipment Heated seats* To heat the seat cushion and backrest, the ignition key must first be turned to position 2. Sequential pressing of the key allows you to select...
Vehicle break-in Follow the recommendations below to help extend the life and fuel economy of your vehicle. Rear axle motor and gearbox Mileage up to 2000 km Engine speed and...
Features of driving a car Braking When driving, do not keep your foot on the brake pedal. Even a slight, but prolonged impact on the pedal can result in heating of the brakes, their...
Catalytic converter The catalytic converter reduces the toxicity of exhaust gases. Only refuel with unleaded petrol. Even a slight admixture of tetraethyl lead is enough to...
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) Operating principle The ABS system improves the vehicle's active safety by preventing the wheels from locking when braking. After all, blocking the wheels is...
Disc brakes Disc brakes provide optimum braking performance, brake force metering and load capacity. Low mileage, long-term parking and light loads cause brake disc...
Brake system Brake fluid level The hydraulic system warning light is on: the brake fluid level in the reservoir has dropped too low (refer to Section Checking fluid levels...
Luggage compartments Lid in the trunk floor To secure the cover in the open position, lift it by the ring and fix it on the rubber seal of the gutter (as shown by the arrow in the...
Car phone Permission to use mobile communication systems (car phone, walkie-talkie, etc.) power not more than 10 watts. However, such devices may interfere with the...
Headlight conversion Before crossing the border of a country with a different direction of movement, the following steps should be taken to change the headlights: Vehicles without...
Bonnet — opening and closing Unlocking Pull the handle located on the left side under the front panel. Car maintenance requires specialized knowledge. Before doing any work in the engine...
Unlocking the filler cap manually Pull out the button with the fuel dispenser symbol (shown by arrow), which is located in the trunk on the right side wall.
Manual sliding/tilting sunroof 1. Remove the cover, reach into the opening and squeeze out the cover. 2. Taking a wrench for internal hexagons from the driver's tool kit, rotate the...