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BMW 5-Series
BMW 5-Series is a mid-size, executive car of BMW manufactured since 1972. It is the second best selling BMW model after the 3-Series and represents nearly 50 percent of BMW’s total profit.
1,356 Questions
How do you reset the oil service light manually on a 2000 BMW 323 E46?
Found this on another site. It worked on my E46 2002 Compact.
BMW 2001 to current Ignition Off (Position 0) Press and Hold the trip odometer button while turning key to position 1 (ACCESSORY) Keep the button depressed (about 5 secs.) until you see "Oil Service" or "Inspection" with "Reset" or "Re" in the display* Press the button again and hold for approx. 5 secs. until "Reset" or "Re" flashes While the display is flashing, briefly press the button again to reset the Service Interval. After the display has shown the new interval you should see "END SIA" for about 2 seconds Note: that if the "Reset" or "Re" does not flash, then you have not met the minimum consumption level and cannot reset
- Note: On vehicles with "High" cluster, you will also see the amount of fuel (in litres) remaining until next service
How do i change battery in key fob on BMW 5 series?
The battery will recharge itself when placed in the ignition and the car is driven. I'm not sure how long it takes to completely recharge and I don't know if the battery is removable
What does a snowflake in a triangle mean on BMW dashboard?
It is an Outside Temperature Warning.
When the displayed temperature sinks to approx. +377/+36, a signal sounds and a warning lamp lights up.
There is an increased risk of black ice.
drive cautiously on bridges and shaded roads.
Where is the PDC module in e60?
in the boot, under the spare wheel. It is black and has 3 connections.
Sam
Why does the trunk lid open on its own?
could be a short in the electronic release on your trunk latch. if you have one of those handy lil remotes that opens your trunk for you, that meaans theres a little electronic switch that's hooked to your latch. if there is a short " 1 or 2 wires toucing each other or something metal in your car" that could be a problem. does it happen when you go over bumps ? or another reason is that your latch could be adjusted to loose and needs to be tightened, the loop lowered ect. could be many things with all of the electronics in cars today. it is either mechanical, " whole trunk lock assmbly is to loose" or electronic " the electric switch hooked to your latch, or maybe a short in the remote that keeps popping when not wanted. those are a couple options to think about.
Can you put a BMW 97m3 engine in a BMW 97 528i?
I'm sure you could, anything is possible. Its all about mechanical knowledge. But the biggest difference between a 3 series and an m3 isn't just the motor itself, an m3 has adjusted suspension and ride height, a more performance oriented transmission with minor motor upgrades and a stronger tuning setup in the computer to control all the power being produced under the hood
Why was James bolam missing from new tricks series 5?
James Bolam was missing from New Tricks series 5 due to reported disputes with the show's producers over creative differences and scheduling conflicts. Bolam's character, Jack Halford, was temporarily written out of the series, leading to speculation and disappointment among fans. The show's producers ultimately decided to move forward without Bolam, introducing a new character to fill the void left by his absence.
How much does it cost to replace the head in a 1997 Lumina?
It depends on your mechanic, and what he charges for his services. I want to know why you wish to replace the head. Are you sure it is beyond repair? Is the head cast steel or aluminum? Hard to answer your question w/o full knowledge of the problem. I would guess the cost at or about 450-900 dollars.
How do you unlock a open bonnet 5 series when its locked open?
Seriously, they said, "How do you UNLOCK an OPEN bonnet 5 series..." Hmm, let's see, you walk up to it and open it? Maybe, lol.
What is the security code release procedure for radio BMW 316 i?
Radio Security Code and Programming/Service Mode
The "Radio Code" is an antitheft device. If someone steals the radio the code must be entered to activate the radio. Likewise, if the car's battery goes dead or is disconnected for safety reasons during service the radio will prompt you to enter the code when power is re-applied.
The radio will display:
CODE - - - - -
Enter the 5-digit Radio Code using the radios preset buttons. This number also appears on your Radio Code card assuming you have one.
After entering the fifth digit press the > button and the radio will activate. Any presets you had before the power loss will return. Apparently a capacitor in the radio holds that information.
To retrieve your radio's serial number without removing it from the dash. Enter the radio's programming/service mode. To do this, turn on the radio then, hold down the M button on the left lower portion of the radio's faceplate for about 10 seconds. The display will change to the radio's serial number. To scroll through the various displays press the + button on the left upper portion of the radio. To get out of programming/service mode turn the radio off by pressing the volume control.
The following information is not in the radio owner's manual.
When in programming/service mode you can scroll through a variety of displays. The only display of any real importance is the GAL. There is no information about GAL in the owner's manual. Please read below.
The following displays are available:
SN 19941629 - appears on the Radio Code card
GI 45
GAL 4
HI 321403
> SIM 111100D
> SIP 141401
Station Signal Strength is Displayed
DSP 0 V 00
AREA USA
VIEW 3
AF MAN
########### (blank display - see explanation below)
Explanations of Radio Display Symbols
SN is the serial number of the radio itself needed to get the Radio Code if you lose the card. Contact a BMW dealer, tell them the radio serial number and show your registration. They will get your code from their computer
GI - no idea
GAL (adjustable 1,2,3,4,5,6 using radio preset buttons). This sets the speed sensitive volume control. The higher the number the loader the radio volume automatically becomes as you hit 40mph. It compensates for wind noise due to the top being down. When you slow to below 40mph it returns to your original (idle) setting. I have used it as high as 5 in summer and turned it down to 4 in winter when the top is up. Set to best meet your needs.
HI - no idea. When in this mode pressing the >arrow the display changes to
SIM - no idea - push > again and it changes to
SIP - no idea
Station signal strength is displayed - you can change the station and the display will show you the signal strength of that station.
DSP probably means Dolby Surround Processing, or Digital Signal Processor, DSP does not apply to this model radio in a Z3.
AREA is adjusted using the preset button 1. Area refers to the country where the radio is to be used. Pressing preset button 1 scrolls through the following options; USA, CANADA, OC+RDS (no idea), JAPAN, NO AREA, EUROPE. Note, the tuning increments change based on the country. In the USA, all FM frequencies end in odd numbers i.e.: 101.5 and 98.7. I other countries FM and AM increments are different.
VIEW (adjustable 1,2,3,4 using the preset buttons) 3 is brightest other than that I have no idea.
AF Auto (something)? Well, I know it doesn't stand for Auto Focus.
########### Blank display used to test the LEDs. By pressing radio presets 1, 2, 3, 4 the display scrolls through a set of patterns so that any bad LEDs are easy to see.
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Radio Security Code and Programming/Service Mode
The "Radio Code" is an antitheft device. If someone steals the radio the code must be entered to activate the radio. Likewise, if the car's battery goes dead or is disconnected for safety reasons during service the radio will prompt you to enter the code when power is re-applied.
The radio will display:
CODE - - - - -
Enter the 5-digit Radio Code using the radios preset buttons. This number also appears on your Radio Code card assuming you have one.
After entering the fifth digit press the > button and the radio will activate. Any presets you had before the power loss will return. Apparently a capacitor in the radio holds that information.
To retrieve your radio's serial number without removing it from the dash. Enter the radio's programming/service mode. To do this, turn on the radio then, hold down the M button on the left lower portion of the radio's faceplate for about 10 seconds. The display will change to the radio's serial number. To scroll through the various displays press the + button on the left upper portion of the radio. To get out of programming/service mode turn the radio off by pressing the volume control.
The following information is not in the radio owner's manual.
When in programming/service mode you can scroll through a variety of displays. The only display of any real importance is the GAL. There is no information about GAL in the owner's manual. Please read below.
The following displays are available:
SN 19941629 - appears on the Radio Code card
GI 45
GAL 4
HI 321403
> SIM 111100D
> SIP 141401
Station Signal Strength is Displayed
DSP 0 V 00
AREA USA
VIEW 3
AF MAN
########### (blank display - see explanation below)
Explanations of Radio Display Symbols
SN is the serial number of the radio itself needed to get the Radio Code if you lose the card. Contact a BMW dealer, tell them the radio serial number and show your registration. They will get your code from their computer
GI - no idea
GAL (adjustable 1,2,3,4,5,6 using radio preset buttons). This sets the speed sensitive volume control. The higher the number the loader the radio volume automatically becomes as you hit 40mph. It compensates for wind noise due to the top being down. When you slow to below 40mph it returns to your original (idle) setting. I have used it as high as 5 in summer and turned it down to 4 in winter when the top is up. Set to best meet your needs.
HI - no idea. When in this mode pressing the >arrow the display changes to
SIM - no idea - push > again and it changes to
SIP - no idea
Station signal strength is displayed - you can change the station and the display will show you the signal strength of that station.
DSP probably means Dolby Surround Processing, or Digital Signal Processor, DSP does not apply to this model radio in a Z3.
AREA is adjusted using the preset button 1. Area refers to the country where the radio is to be used. Pressing preset button 1 scrolls through the following options; USA, CANADA, OC+RDS (no idea), JAPAN, NO AREA, EUROPE. Note, the tuning increments change based on the country. In the USA, all FM frequencies end in odd numbers i.e.: 101.5 and 98.7. I other countries FM and AM increments are different.
VIEW (adjustable 1,2,3,4 using the preset buttons) 3 is brightest other than that I have no idea.
AF Auto (something)? Well, I know it doesn't stand for Auto Focus.
########### Blank display used to test the LEDs. By pressing radio presets 1, 2, 3, 4 the display scrolls through a set of patterns so that any bad LEDs are easy to see.
__________________
Radio Security Code and Programming/Service Mode
The "Radio Code" is an antitheft device. If someone steals the radio the code must be entered to activate the radio. Likewise, if the car's battery goes dead or is disconnected for safety reasons during service the radio will prompt you to enter the code when power is re-applied.
The radio will display:
CODE - - - - -
Enter the 5-digit Radio Code using the radios preset buttons. This number also appears on your Radio Code card assuming you have one.
After entering the fifth digit press the > button and the radio will activate. Any presets you had before the power loss will return. Apparently a capacitor in the radio holds that information.
To retrieve your radio's serial number without removing it from the dash. Enter the radio's programming/service mode. To do this, turn on the radio then, hold down the M button on the left lower portion of the radio's faceplate for about 10 seconds. The display will change to the radio's serial number. To scroll through the various displays press the + button on the left upper portion of the radio. To get out of programming/service mode turn the radio off by pressing the volume control.
The following information is not in the radio owner's manual.
When in programming/service mode you can scroll through a variety of displays. The only display of any real importance is the GAL. There is no information about GAL in the owner's manual. Please read below.
The following displays are available:
SN 19941629 - appears on the Radio Code card
GI 45
GAL 4
HI 321403
> SIM 111100D
> SIP 141401
Station Signal Strength is Displayed
DSP 0 V 00
AREA USA
VIEW 3
AF MAN
########### (blank display - see explanation below)
Explanations of Radio Display Symbols
SN is the serial number of the radio itself needed to get the Radio Code if you lose the card. Contact a BMW dealer, tell them the radio serial number and show your registration. They will get your code from their computer
GI - no idea
GAL (adjustable 1,2,3,4,5,6 using radio preset buttons). This sets the speed sensitive volume control. The higher the number the loader the radio volume automatically becomes as you hit 40mph. It compensates for wind noise due to the top being down. When you slow to below 40mph it returns to your original (idle) setting. I have used it as high as 5 in summer and turned it down to 4 in winter when the top is up. Set to best meet your needs.
HI - no idea. When in this mode pressing the >arrow the display changes to
SIM - no idea - push > again and it changes to
SIP - no idea
Station signal strength is displayed - you can change the station and the display will show you the signal strength of that station.
DSP probably means Dolby Surround Processing, or Digital Signal Processor, DSP does not apply to this model radio in a Z3.
AREA is adjusted using the preset button 1. Area refers to the country where the radio is to be used. Pressing preset button 1 scrolls through the following options; USA, CANADA, OC+RDS (no idea), JAPAN, NO AREA, EUROPE. Note, the tuning increments change based on the country. In the USA, all FM frequencies end in odd numbers i.e.: 101.5 and 98.7. I other countries FM and AM increments are different.
VIEW (adjustable 1,2,3,4 using the preset buttons) 3 is brightest other than that I have no idea.
AF Auto (something)? Well, I know it doesn't stand for Auto Focus.
########### Blank display used to test the LEDs. By pressing radio presets 1, 2, 3, 4 the display scrolls through a set of patterns so that any bad LEDs are easy to see.
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the Best way to explain this is once you have your security release code, you just type in the code regardless of what comes up on the screen. You usually have 3 attempts. so for example if your code is 12345. You input this via the radio number buttons corresponding to your code usually on the bottom of your stereo next to the scan buttons. you usually have the number 1 displayed on your radio screen ( signifying your first attempt.) Just input the security code corresponding to your radio number key pad, do this like inputting your ATM pin number, no breaks, you don't have to press enter just do it continuously ie 12345 and once done press the Right Arrow button ie usually your volume control button > ( Mine has a big button that has this printed on it =
Trunk lid open warning light remains on when the trunk is shut on a 1989 sundance?
open trunk lid and locate the trunk light switch.push switch to see if light goes off. if light does not go off, replace switch. if light does go off, adjust switch to where trunk lid operates switch when trunk is closed
How do you manually reset the oil service indicator on 1999 BMW Z3?
I've looked at several posts on various forums, and many do not work as they are for older cars. I found a process that works every time on my '99 323. Check out http://www.bmwe36blog.com/2007/02/24/reset-bmw-e36-oil-service-light/ Hope this helps... SKIMIS
How much does it cost to fix a coil on a 525i BMW?
Depends what year, just replaced coil in 528i 1998 and that was a couple of hundred dollars, so not too bad. Just don't take it to a dealer, they'll rip you a new one.
