Status of the Owner's Manual

The manufacturer of your vehicle pursues a policy of constant development that is conceived to ensure that our vehicles continue to embody the highest quality and safety standards. In rare cases, therefore, the features described in this Owner's Manual may differ from those in your vehicle.

Updates made after the editorial deadline

Any updates made after the editorial deadline for the Owner's Manuals are located in the appendix of the printed quick reference for the vehicle.

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    1998: the fourth generation - common rail direct injection, VALVETRONIC and BMW xDrive
    The fourth-generation BMW 3-Series was launched in May 1998 and brought with it another hike in output, comfort and safety. The new model was four centimetres (approx. 1.5 in.) longer and wider th ...

    Notes
    Steam jets or high-pressure washers When using steam jets or high-pressure washers, hold them a sufficient distance away and use a maximum temperature of 140 ℉/ 60 ℃. Holding th ...

    Automatic climate control
    1. Air distribution, left 2. Temperature, left 3. AUTO program, left 4. Air volume, AUTO intensity, residual heat, left 5. Remove ice and condensation 6. Maximum cooling 7. Display 8. Air v ...