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BMW 328xi User Manual

BMW 328xi
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The Ultimate
Driving Machine
Owner's Manual
for Vehicle
ba8_E9293_US.book Seite 1 Montag, 6. November 2006 1:48 13
Contents
A-Z
Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 013 015 - © 11/06 BMW AG

Table of Contents

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BMW 328xi Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBMW
Model328xi
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Notes

Using this Owner's Manual

Explains how to find information and the importance of the manual.

Symbols used

Explains the meaning of various symbols used throughout the manual.

The individual vehicle

Editorial notice

Explains BMW's policy on continuous development and potential variations in manual descriptions.

For your own safety

Highlights crucial safety information regarding maintenance, repair, and parts.

At a glance

Cockpit

Details controls and displays around the steering wheel for immediate driver interaction.

iDrive

Introduces the iDrive system for operating various vehicle functions from a central position.

Voice command system

Explains how to control vehicle systems using voice commands for enhanced convenience.

Opening and closing

Keys/remote controls

Details the function and use of remote controls and integrated keys for vehicle access.

Personal Profile

Explains how to set and store personal preferences for vehicle functions and settings.

Central locking system

Describes the system for locking and unlocking doors, luggage compartment, and fuel filler door.

Adjustments

Sitting safely

Provides instructions for achieving an ideal sitting position for relaxed, fatigue-free, and safe driving.

Airbags

Explains the function and safety precautions related to the vehicle's airbag system.

Head restraint

Details how to properly adjust head restraints to reduce the risk of neck injury in an accident.

Transporting children safely

The right place for children

Explains the safest seating positions for children within the vehicle based on age and size.

Installing child-restraint systems

Guides on selecting, installing, and using child-restraint systems correctly for optimal safety.

Driving

Ignition lock

Explains how to use the ignition lock with the remote control for starting and operating the vehicle.

Starting the engine

Provides step-by-step instructions for starting the vehicle's engine safely and correctly.

Switching off the engine

Details the procedure for safely switching off the vehicle's engine.

Everything under control

Odometer, outside temperature display, clock

Details how to read and set the odometer, outside temperature, and clock displays.

Engine oil

Provides information on engine oil, its consumption, and checking the oil level.

Fuel gauge

Explains the fuel tank capacity, gauge, and related specifications for refueling.

Technology for driving comfort and safety

PDC Park Distance Control*

Explains the parking aid system that assists with maneuvering in tight spaces using sensors.

Driving stability control systems

Covers systems like ABS, DSC, and DTC that help maintain vehicle stability in adverse conditions.

Lamps

Parking lamps/low beams

Explains the function and operation of parking lamps and low-beam headlamps.

Automatic headlamp control*

Details the system that automatically controls headlamp operation based on ambient light conditions.

Fog lamps

Describes how to operate the fog lamps, including their activation conditions.

Climate

Automatic climate control

Explains the system's features for achieving and maintaining desired interior temperatures automatically.

Ventilation

Covers how to adjust air vents and airflow for optimal comfort and draft-free ventilation.

Practical interior accessories

Integrated universal remote control*

Explains how to program and use the universal remote control for garage doors and alarm systems.

Glove compartment

Details the opening, closing, and locking mechanisms of the glove compartment.

Center armrest

Covers the storage compartment and mobile phone base plate within the center armrest.

Things to remember when driving

Break-in period

Outlines the recommended procedures for breaking in new vehicle parts for optimal service life.

General driving notes

Offers important general advice for safe driving, including luggage compartment and hot exhaust system safety.

Navigation

Starting the navigation system

Explains the initial steps for using the navigation system, including DVD insertion.

Destination entry

Covers various methods for entering destination details, including manual and voice commands.

Destination guidance

Details how to start, continue, and terminate destination guidance and manage route displays.

On/off and settings

Controls

Details how to operate audio sources using buttons, iDrive, steering wheel, and memory keys.

Buttons on the CD player

Explains the functions of buttons on the CD player for controlling sound output and tracks.

Radio

Listening to the radio

Guides on how to turn the radio on/off and operate basic listening functions.

Changing stations

Explains methods for changing radio stations and selecting criteria for reception.

Satellite radio*

Enabling or disabling channels

Provides instructions for enabling or disabling satellite radio channels based on package availability.

CD player and CD changer

Starting the CD player

Details how to insert CDs and start playback for audio CDs and compressed audio files.

Selecting a track

Explains how to select tracks using CD player buttons or the iDrive system.

External audio device

Connecting

Details how to connect external audio devices using the center armrest socket.

Starting audio playback

Explains how to start audio playback from connected external devices using iDrive.

Telephoning*

The concept

Introduces the BMW's mobile phone preparation package and its integration with the vehicle.

Using the snap-in adapter*

Details the snap-in adapter for charging and connecting mobile phones to the vehicle's antenna.

BMW Assist*

Requirements

Lists the conditions necessary for using BMW Assist services, such as a valid contract and GPS signal.

Offered services

Outlines the range of services available via BMW Assist, including emergency requests and concierge services.

Mobility

Refueling

Covers procedures for refueling the vehicle, including gas cap operation and safety precautions.

Wheels and tires

Details tire inflation pressures, identification marks, and maintenance for optimal safety and performance.

Under the hood

Hood

Explains how to release, open, and close the vehicle's hood safely.

Engine oil

Provides information on engine oil, its consumption, checking the level, and adding oil.

Maintenance

BMW Maintenance System

Explains the system that supports vehicle safety and includes maintenance operations for optimal performance.

Service data in the remote control

Details how service information is stored and accessed via the remote control for BMW Service Advisors.

Replacing components

Onboard tool kit

Describes the location and contents of the onboard tool kit for basic maintenance tasks.

Wiper blades

Guides on how to remove and replace wiper blades safely and correctly.

Giving and receiving assistance

Emergency call*

Explains how to initiate an emergency call and the conditions required for BMW Assist services.

Roadside Assistance

Details how to contact BMW Group's Roadside Assistance for breakdown support.

Reference

Technical data

Provides key technical specifications such as engine data, dimensions, and weights for various models.

Short commands for the voice command system

Lists important voice commands for directly controlling vehicle functions.

Everything from A-Z

Index

An extensive alphabetical listing of topics and their corresponding page numbers for easy reference.

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