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BMW 330xi User Manual

BMW 330xi
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The Ultimate
Driving Machine
Owner's Manual
for Vehicle
A-Z
Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 012 355 - © 03/06 BMW AG
Contents

Table of Contents

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BMW 330xi Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBMW
Model330xi
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Notes

Using this Owner's Manual

Guidance on how to use the Owner's Manual effectively to find information.

Symbols used

Explanation of various symbols used throughout the manual.

For your own safety

Maintenance and repair

Instructions for proper maintenance and repair procedures.

Parts and accessories

Guidance on using genuine BMW parts and accessories for safety.

Service and warranty

Overview of vehicle warranties and recommended service procedures.

Reporting safety defects

Procedure for reporting safety defects for US and Canadian customers.

Cockpit

Around the steering wheel: controls and displays

Identification and function of controls around the steering wheel.

Instrument cluster

Description of the instrument cluster displays and indicators.

Indicator and warning lamps

Explanation of various indicator and warning lamps.

Around the center console: controls and displays

Identification and function of controls on the center console.

iDrive

Controls

Explanation of the iDrive controller and its functions.

Menu overview

Overview of the iDrive menu structure for various vehicle functions.

Status information

Displays and information available in the iDrive system.

Voice command system

The concept

Introduction to the voice command system and its capabilities.

Saying commands

Instructions on how to activate and use voice commands.

Opening and closing

Keys/remote controls

Description of the remote control and spare key.

Integrated key

Details on the integrated key functionality.

Personal Profile

Explanation of personal profile settings and customization.

Central locking system

Information on the central locking system operation.

Adjustments

Sitting safely

Guidelines for achieving an optimal and safe sitting position.

Airbags

Safety precautions related to airbags and proper seating.

Head restraint

Instructions for adjusting head restraints for safety.

Safety belt

Guidelines for proper use of safety belts.

Steering wheel

Adjustments

Instructions for adjusting the steering wheel's position.

Programmable buttons on the steering wheel

How to program buttons on the steering wheel for personal preferences.

Transporting children safely

The right place for children

Recommendations for the safest seating positions for children.

Installing child-restraint systems

Guidance on selecting and installing child restraint systems.

On the front passenger's seat

Specific considerations for installing child seats on the front passenger seat.

Driving

Ignition lock

Instructions for using the ignition lock with the remote control.

Start/stop button

Operation of the start/stop button for ignition and engine.

Starting the engine

Procedures for starting the engine with manual and automatic transmissions.

Switching off the engine

Steps for switching off the engine safely.

Cruise control*

The concept

Introduction to the cruise control system and its function.

Maintaining current speed

How to store and maintain the current driving speed.

Increasing desired speed

Procedure for increasing the desired speed using the control lever.

Decreasing desired speed

Procedure for decreasing the desired speed using the control lever.

Everything under control

Odometer, outside temperature display, clock

Information on displaying and setting the odometer, temperature, and clock.

Energy Control

Information on fuel consumption display and its relation to driving style.

Computer

How to access and display information from the onboard computer.

Settings and information

Setting up vehicle information displays and preferences.

Technology for driving comfort and safety

PDC Park Distance Control*

Functionality and operation of the Park Distance Control system.

Driving stability control systems

Overview of systems that maintain vehicle stability.

Airbags

Safety precautions and information regarding the airbag system.

Lamps

Parking lamps/low beams

Description of parking lamps and low beam operation.

Automatic headlamp control*

How automatic headlamp control functions and its sensitivity settings.

Adaptive Head Light*

Functionality of the adaptive headlamp system.

Climate

Automatic climate control

Detailed information on automatic climate control settings.

Switching manual air distribution on/off

How to switch manual air distribution on and off.

Fine adjustments to manual air distribution

Steps for fine-tuning manual air distribution.

AUC Automatic recirculated-air control/Recirculated-air mode

Operation of automatic recirculated-air control and modes.

Practical interior accessories

Integrated universal remote control*

Programming and using the integrated universal remote control.

Checking compatibility

How to check compatibility with the universal remote control.

Glove compartment

Instructions for opening and closing the glove compartment.

Center armrest

Information on the center armrest storage compartment.

Things to remember when driving

Break-in period

Instructions for the vehicle's break-in period for optimal performance.

Tires

Information on tire break-in period and traction potential.

Brake system

Information on the brake system's break-in period.

General driving notes

Important notes for safe driving, including luggage compartment lid.

Driving tips

Hydroplaning

Precautions and risks associated with driving on wet roads.

Driving through water

Guidelines for safely driving through water.

Braking safely

Information on effective braking with ABS.

Driving in wet conditions

Tips for driving in wet conditions to maintain braking efficiency.

Starting the navigation system*

Navigation DVD

Information about the required navigation DVD.

Display in the assistance window

How to display route or current position in the assistance window.

Destination entry

Entering your destination

Options for entering a destination.

Operating navigation system

Guidelines for operating the navigation system safely.

Entering a destination manually

Step-by-step guide to manually entering a destination.

Destination guidance

Starting destination guidance

How to start destination guidance.

Terminating/continuing destination guidance

How to terminate or continue destination guidance.

Route display

Options for displaying route information.

Displaying arrow view

How to display the route using arrow indicators.

On/off and settings

Controls

Overview of controls for audio sources.

Buttons near the CD player

Description of buttons near the CD player for entertainment control.

Operation via iDrive

Operating entertainment functions using iDrive.

Switching on/off

How to switch the entertainment sound output on and off.

Radio

Listening to the radio

Instructions for listening to the radio.

Changing stations

Methods for changing radio stations.

Changing selection criteria

Options for displaying stations based on different criteria.

CD player and CD changer*

Listening to CDs

Instructions for listening to CDs and compressed audio files.

Starting the CD player

How to start the CD player.

Starting the CD changer

Instructions for starting the CD changer.

Selecting a track

Methods for selecting tracks via iDrive or CD player buttons.

External audio device

Connecting

Steps for connecting an external audio device.

Starting audio playback

How to start audio playback from an external device.

Telephoning*

The concept

Introduction to the mobile phone preparation package and operation.

Using the telephone inside the vehicle

Guidelines for using the telephone inside the vehicle.

For your safety

Safety precautions when using the car phone.

Operating options

Ways to operate the mobile phone: steering wheel, iDrive, voice commands.

TeleService*, BMW Assist*

TeleService

How TeleService supports communication with a BMW Center.

BMW Assist

Description of BMW Assist services and requirements.

Enabling TeleService or BMW Assist

Steps to enable TeleService and BMW Assist.

Services offered

Overview of special features offered by TeleService and BMW Assist.

Refueling

Gas cap

Instructions for opening and closing the gas cap.

Observe the following when refueling

Safety guidelines and procedures to observe when refueling.

Fuel tank capacity

Information on the vehicle's fuel tank capacity.

Fuel specifications

Details on required fuel types and specifications.

Wheels and tires

Tire inflation pressures

Information on tire inflation pressures for safety and comfort.

Tire sizes for your vehicle

Guidance on identifying correct tire sizes.

Tire condition

Inspection of tires for tread wear, damage, and objects.

Run-Flat Tires

Information on Run-Flat Tires and their characteristics.

Under the hood

Hood

Instructions for releasing, opening, and closing the hood.

Important parts of the engine compartment

Identification of key components in the engine compartment.

Engine oil

Information on engine oil level checking and adding.

Maintenance

BMW Maintenance System

Introduction to the BMW Maintenance System for vehicle upkeep.

CBS Condition Based Service

Explanation of Condition Based Service and its determination.

Replacing components

Onboard tool kit

Location and use of the onboard tool kit.

Wiper blades

Instructions for replacing wiper blades.

Lamps and bulbs

Safety precautions and procedures for replacing lamps and bulbs.

Light-emitting diodes LEDs

Information on light-emitting diodes used in controls and displays.

Giving and receiving assistance

Emergency calling*

Conditions and procedures for making an emergency call.

Initiating an emergency call

Step-by-step guide to initiating an emergency call.

Roadside Assistance

Information on the BMW Group's Roadside Assistance service.

Technical data

Engine data

Technical specifications for the engine.

Dimensions

Vehicle dimensions and turning circle specifications.

Weights

Technical data on vehicle curb weight and load capacities.

Capacities

Specifications for vehicle fluid capacities.

Short commands for the voice command system*

Assistance window

Short commands for controlling the assistance window.

Communication

Short commands for phone functions and BMW services.

Everything from A-Z

Index

An alphabetical index of topics and references to page numbers.

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