User manual BMW M3 CONVERTIBLE 2001

[. . . ] With a quick reference guide for your convenience. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 155 719 - © 12/00 BMW AG BMW recommends Castrol M3 convertible Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 155 719 - © 12/00 BMW AG Congratulations, and thank you for choosing a BMW M3 convertible. Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide you with enhanced security and control when you drive it. [. . . ] It may be opened to allow the ski bag to dry. 4 Press the release button in the luggage compartment (arrow) Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 155 719 - © 12/00 BMW AG Ski bag* 99n 5 Secure the cover panel on the rear panel with the magnetic retainers and pull out the ski bag. Securing the load Secure the skis or other objects in the bag by tightening the strap with the buckle. < Please be sure that your skis are clean before loading them into the bag. Avoid damage from sharp edges during loading. Stowing the ski bag When stowing the ski bag, proceed in the reverse order of loading. When remounting the center piece, guide the two bars into the strip and press back the center piece. Secure the safety belts in their holders again. < Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 155 719 - © 12/00 BMW AG Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview 100nCargo loading always operate the convertible top at any time. Conversely, when the convertible top is closed, raise the convertible top compartment base before stowing your cargo in the luggage compartment to avoid any damage to the convertible top compartment or your load. < Always position and secure the load correctly. If you do not, it can endanger the passengers during braking or evasive maneuvers. Do not exceed the permissible gross weight and axle load (refer to page 180), otherwise the vehicle's operating safety is no longer assured and you are in violation of the law. Do not stow heavy or hard objects in the passenger compartment without first securing them. Otherwise they would be thrown around during braking and evasive maneuvers and endanger the occupants. < Stowing cargo If you are transporting a load in your BMW: > Load heavy cargo as far forward as possible ­ directly behind the backrests or the luggage compartment partition ­ and as low as possible. With the convertible top closed you can increase the size of the luggage compartment, refer to page 41, by folding up the convertible top compartment base. It is advisable to always fold down the convertible top compartment base as soon as you have removed your load from the luggage compartment. 01 41 0 155 719 - © 12/00 BMW AG Cargo loading Roof-mounted luggage rack for the hardtop* 101n Securing the cargo in the luggage A special roof-rack system is available compartment for your BMW as an optional extra. > Secure smaller and lighter pieces with a luggage compartment net* or tensioning straps (refer to page 40) > For large, heavy pieces, see your BMW center for load-securing devices*. Lashing eyes (arrow) are provided at the corners of the luggage compartment for attaching these load-securing devices. Please comply with the precautions included with the installation instructions. Secure the roof luggage correctly and tightly to prevent it from shifting or being lost during driving (danger to following traffic). The luggage rack and roof luggage increase the amount of surface exposed to the wind: increased fuel consumption and additional stresses on the vehicle's body result from this. Anchorage points Access to the anchors: To fold up the cover (arrow), please use the tool provided with the roof-rack system. Loading and driving notes Because roof racks raise the center of gravity of the vehicle when loaded, they exercise a major effect on its handling and steering response. When loading, be sure to remember not to exceed the approved roof weight or Data Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 155 719 - © 12/00 BMW AG Index Technology Repairs Car care Make sure that the load is not too heavy, and attempt to distribute it evenly. Make sure that no objects get in the way when the luggage compartment lid is opening or closing. Controls Overview the approved gross vehicle weight or the axle loads. You will find the specifications under "Technical Data" on page 180. 102n Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 155 719 - © 12/00 BMW AG 103n Special operating instructions: Break-in procedures 104 Driving notes 105 Catalytic converter 105 Antilock Brake System (ABS) 106 Disc brakes 108 Brake system 109 Winter operation 110 Power steering 112 Cellular phone 112 Radio reception 112 Hardtop 113 Wheels and tires: Tire inflation pressures 115 Tire condition 115 Tire replacement 116 Tire rotation 117 Wheel and tire combinations 118 Special features of winter tires 119 Snow chains 119 Approved wheel and tire specifications 120 Under the hood: Hood 121 Engine compartment 124 Washer fluids 126 Washer nozzles 126 Engine oil 127 Coolant 129 Brake fluid 130 Vehicle Identification Number 130 Care and maintenance: The BMW Maintenance System 131 Caring for your vehicle 132 Cleaning and caring for the convertible top 137 Airbags 139 Storing your vehicle 140 Laws and regulations: Technical modifications 141 California Proposition 65 Warning 141 OBD connector 142 Owner service procedures Technology Repairs Index Car care Online Edition for Part No. [. . . ] 01 41 0 155 719 - © 12/00 BMW AG 177n Engine data 178 Dimensions 179 Weights 180 Capacities 181 Electrical system 182 Drive belts 182 Owner service procedures Technology Repairs Index Data Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 155 719 - © 12/00 BMW AG Advanced technology Technical data Data Index Car care Operation, care and maintenance Controls Controls and features Overview Overview 178nEngine data cu in (cmm) hp (kW) rpm lb ft (Nm) rpm e in (mm) in (mm) 198. 1 (3, 246) 6 333 (248) 7, 900 262 (355) 4, 900 11. 5 3. 58 (91) 3. 43 (87) Digital-electronic engine management system Displacement Number of cylinders Max. output at engine speed Maximum torque at engine speed Compression ratio Stroke Bore Fuel-injection system Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 155 719 - © 12/00 BMW AG Dimensions 179n Minimum turning circle dia. : 36. 1 ft (11. 0 m) Online Edition for Part No. [. . . ]