Vehicle owner's manual BMW 3 Series E46

Introduction to the Operation and Repair Manual
The BMW 3 Series was launched in September 1998. The first models in this series were petrol engines with a displacement of 1.9 (1895 cm³), 2.3 l (2494 cm³)...

Manual for your BMW 3 Series
This guide will help you to fully utilize all the best qualities of your car. There are several options. The book will help you determine what work needs to be...

Safety first
Working with a car can be dangerous. This page highlights potential hazards to help you be more alert. Main types of danger Scalding Do not remove the radiator...

Dimensions and weights
Note: All values are approximate and may vary depending on the model. For exact values, please refer to the manufacturer's information materials. Dimensions...

Purchase of spare parts
Spare parts can be purchased at many places, including branded car dealerships, parts and accessories stores, and stores at regular service stations. To ensure...

Vehicle identification
During the production of cars, small changes in their design are constantly taking place, information about which is not always published. Catalogs and lists...

General tips for carrying out repairs
When servicing, restoring or repairing your vehicle's systems, please follow these rules to ensure that you complete the job successfully and at a high...

Lifting and installing the car on supports
The jack that comes with the car's tool kit is only intended for changing wheels - see section " Wheel replacement " at the beginning of this Guide. When...

Car Radio Theft Prevention System
The radio/cassette/CD unit, which is fitted as standard equipment by BMW, has a special code to prevent theft. When this unit is disconnected from the power...

Tools and accessories
Introduction Selecting good tools is the key to good maintenance and successful repair of your car. For car owners who do not have such tools, purchasing them...

Checking the technical condition of the car
Below are recommendations for checking the technical condition of the car from the point of view of its readiness for the annual technical inspection....

Checks performed from the driver's seat
Parking brake Check the operation of the parking brake. Excessive movement (too many clicks) indicates a faulty brake or incorrect cable adjustment. Make sure...

Checks performed on a vehicle standing on the ground
Vehicle identification Number plates must be in good condition with the letters and numbers in the correct position. The identification plate (VIN) must be...

Checks performed on a raised vehicle with wheels rotating freely
Raise the front and rear of the vehicle with a jack and install reliable supports. Position the supports so that they do not touch the suspension units. Make...

Checking the composition of exhaust gases
Note 1. Below are the standards for the content of harmful impurities in the exhaust gases of cars with gasoline engines. valid in Russia at the time of...

Requirements for the technical condition of the car and engine
Exhaust system Completeness (the absence of any elements of the exhaust system is not allowed). Tightness (exhaust gas leakage due to loose connections, rust,...

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