Weekly vehicle inspections BMW 3 Series E46

Introduction
There are a few very simple checks that will only take you a few minutes, but which will save you trouble and save you a lot of time and money in the future....

Check points under the hood
4-cylinder engine (2.0L engine shown) A - Engine oil level dipstick B - oil filler cap C - expansion tank of the cooling system D - brake and clutch fluid...

Engine oil level
Before starting the engine Make sure the vehicle is on a level surface. Check the oil level before starting the engine or no earlier than 5 minutes after...

Coolant level
Warning! Do not attempt to remove the expansion tank cap until the engine has cooled down - you risk scalding. Do not leave the coolant container open for a...

Brake fluid level (and clutch)
Note: The brake and clutch hydraulic systems share a common reserve fluid reservoir. Warning. Brake fluid is harmful to eyes and painted surfaces. Handle with...

Steering hydraulic fluid level
Before checking Place the machine on a horizontal surface. Turn the steering wheel to the straight-ahead position. Turn off the engine. To perform the check...

Tire condition and pressure
It is very important to keep your tires in good condition and to make sure they are properly inflated - a tire blowout at high speed is very dangerous. Tire...

Types of tire wear
Wear on the side of the treadmill Low tire pressure (wear on both sides) Low pressure causes the tire to overheat due to its increased deformation. The tread...

Washer fluid level
If the vehicle is equipped with headlight washers, they are fed from the windshield washer reservoir. Windshield washer fluid contains additives that not only...

Windscreen wiper blades
1. Check the condition of the windshield wipers; if they have cracks or other signs of damage, or if they scratch the glass, replace them. Regardless of their...

Battery
Caution: Before working with the battery, read the precautions in the section again " Safety first " at the beginning of this guide. Make sure the battery tray...

Light bulbs and fuses
Check all external lights and the horn. If any circuit does not work, refer to the appropriate section for explanations chapters 12 . Inspect all accessible...

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