Wikifest Events Sponsors Gallery Enthusiast Directory Forums
 

BMW E46

From BimmerWiki

Jump to: navigation, search

Contents

[edit] About this Wiki

The E46 Wiki should be used as a tool to help all E46 owners. The greatest feature of the Wiki is that anyone with an account on Bimmerfest has the ability to edit it. See something incorrect or notice something missing? Simply click on the edit link to the right of any section. To discuss changes to the Wiki, post a message here.

This Wiki was primarily authored by KrisL - http://www.linquist.net. If you like my posts or the information I provide, please use me as your referrer (Kris Linquist #170334) when joining the BMW Car Club of America ($40/yr). The BMW CCA offers a great magazine with tech tips, high-performance driving schools, car control clinics, autocrosses, social events, and even $500+ off of your next new or CPO BMW after you've been a member for a year (independent of the dealer transaction!). When you join the BMW CCA, you'll automatically become a member of your local chapter. I am a car control driving instructor and autocross coordinator for the Golden Gate Chapter.

Have a question not answered here? Check out the discussion forums at bimmerfest and E46Fanatics.

[edit] E46 Summary

[edit] What is an E46?

Each BMW body style is assigned a two digit number preceeded by "E". The "E" stands for "Entwicklung", the German word for development. The E46 is the body style for the following models (USA model listing except where noted):

  • 316i - sedan - 1999 through 2005 model years (available in Europe/not available in USA)
  • 318i - sedan - 1999 through 2001 model years (available in Europe/not available in USA)
  • 320i - sedan - 2000 through 2004 model years (available in Europe and Canada/not available in USA)
  • 323i - sedan - 1999 through 2000 model years
  • 323Ci - coupe - 2000 model year only
  • 323Cic - convertible - 2000 model year only
  • 323iT - wagon - 2000 model year only
  • 328i - sedan - 1999 through 2000 model years
  • 328Ci - coupe - 2000 model year only
  • 325i - sedan - 2001 through 2005 model years
  • 325Ci - coupe - 2001 through 2006 model years
  • 325Cic - convertible - 2001 through 2006 model years
  • 325iT - wagon - 2001 through 2005 model years
  • 325xi - sedan - all wheel drive - 2001 through 2005 model years
  • 325xiT - wagon - all wheel drive - 2001 through 2005 model years
  • 330i - sedan - 2001 through 2005 model years
  • 330Ci - coupe - 2001 through 2006 model years
  • 330Cic - convertible - 2001 through 2006 model years
  • 330xi - sedan - all wheel drive - 2001 through 2005 model years
  • M3 - coupe - 2001 through 2006 model years
  • M3 - convertible - 2001 through 2006 model years

The 2006 3 Series sedan and 2007 3 Series coupe are the new body style, the E90.

[edit] Changes throughout the E46 run

[edit] Changes from 1999 to 2000

  • E46 Coupe launched
  • DSC replaces ASC (different traction control systems)
  • Auto Recirculation becomes standard
  • Light Yellow Metallic will replace Sea Green
  • There will be a red interior offered
  • The 323 will have 15" Alloy wheels standard (replacing hub caps for no-option package 323s)
  • The Premium pkg will have wood trim and moonroof standard, with 16" wheels only (no more 15" offered)
  • The 323 will get the Sport/Premium combo package offered
  • Coupes get Topaz Blue as a color option
  • Power seats are a stand-alone option on 323

[edit] Changes made for 9/99 Production (MY2000 mid-year change)

  • Power seats with driver's seat memory upgraded to include exterior mirror memory.
  • Radios will have clock function; as a result, an onboard computer function and the time can be displayed at the same time.
  • Child seat tether anchorages added as standard equipment.
  • Center console buttons redesigned.
  • New key design
  • Automatic transmission changes to Steptronic

[edit] Changes from 2000 to 2001

  • 323i is replaced by the 325i and receives a the new M54 2.5L engine with 184hp & 175lb/ft of torque.
  • 328i is replaced by the 330i and receives a the new M54 3.0L engine with 225hp & 214lb/ft of torque.
  • Engine type for 323i and 328i was M52TU, engine type for 325i and 330i is the new M54
  • New sport steering wheel with circular airbag cover.
  • New dual exhaust from headers to muffler.
  • 325i sports package gets 17x8 style 44 wheels.

330i only:

  • 17" rims are standard
  • Sports package rims are changed to syle M68 with 17x7.5 up front and 17x8.5 in the rear.
  • Brakes are 1" larger
  • Headlight washer jets standard on cold-weather package
  • Silver trim around headlights
  • "Updated" steering (more power assist) *Note: Due to customer feedback, there was a midyear change back to a system with less boost, although more than 323s and 328s had. BMW offered a free "steering retrofit" to reduce the boost for some time. You now must pay for this retrofit. This only affected 2001 cars.
  • Coupes get titanium front spoiler trim.

[edit] Changes made for 3/01 Production (MY2001 mid-year change)

325i and 325iT:

  • New standard equipment: foglights, cruise control, & automatic climate control

325Ci and 325Cic:

  • New standard equipment: automatic Climate Control

330i:

  • New standard equipment: power Seats, harman kardon stereo, & sport suspension

330Ci and 330Cic:

  • New standard equipment: harman kardon stereo

All:

  • Gray Green replaces Sea Green on Converts, added to coupes
  • Oxford Green replaces Fern Green
  • Black Sapphire now available for all
  • Orient Blue now available for coupes
  • Topaz Blue now avail convert, sedan, wagons
  • Gray leather now avail w/Bright Red all models
  • Black leather/l'ette now avail w/Gray Green (coupes)

[edit] Changes from 2001 to 2002

  • NAV systems now have a widescreen 16x9 display.
  • E46 Sedans and wagons receive a facelift (new headlight and taillight design, side directional marker moved and re-shaped, new wider grille, new hood, new front bumpers for 325i and 330i without sport package)
  • 18" wheel option offered on the 330s

[edit] Changes made for 9/02 Production (MY2002 mid-year change)

  • Sirius satellite radio now pre-wired on non-navigation cars

[edit] Changes from 2002 to 2003

All models:

  • NAV system becomes DVD based (MkIV NAV system). In addition, the navigation system will now be available with in-dash CD-player or cassette player.
  • The sound system head unit now has a new auxiliary input (aux input kit required)
  • Sedans receive third rear headrest and 3-point seatbelt.

325 models:

  • Rain sensor and automatic headlight control will now be part of the Premium Package.
  • Front armrest will be standard in the sedan and sport wagon.
  • Moonroof will be standard in the sport wagon.

330 models:

  • Tire Pressure Monitor replaces the Flat Tire monitor on vehicles with run-flat tires. The alarm display and button in the middle console remain unchanged.
  • 330xi with Sport Package will come with 17" all-season run-flat tires with styling 98 wheels (same as the current run-flat tire option).
  • Emission regulations established by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) require BMW to sell vehicles with new emission standards in California, Massachusetts, New York and Vermont. In order to comply with these regulations, starting MY03 BMW will sell Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicles (SULEV) in these four states. The only difference between SULEV and non-SULEV vehicles is the emission rating.

BMW will offer three SULEV models in the states mentioned above: 325i sedan, sport wagon and coupe equipped with automatic transmission. There will be no AWD SULEV models. For ordering purposes in the four states mentioned, these three SULEV vehicles will have their own model designation.

[edit] Changes for March 2003 Production (MY2003 mid-year changes)

  • Performance package introduced on the 330i sedan. It's only offered with a manual transmission and NOT offered with the premium package.
  • All E46s are now pre-wired for the BMW bluetooth kit
  • All 330 manual transmissions now 6-speed instead of 5-speed

[edit] Changes for September 2003 Production (MY2003 mid-year changes)

  • All 330i/330xi Sedans, and 330Ci Coupes must be ordered with option 403 - moonroof. Additionally, all 330Ci Convertibles for September production must be ordered with ZPP - premium package.
  • Myrtle wood is no longer available as a stand-alone option. It will only be available when the Premium Package is ordered.
  • A new interior trim will be made available on all 3 Series. SA 426 or Aluminum "Brushed Columns" trim will be available as a no cost option when the Premium Package is ordered. If the Premium Package is ordered and SA 426 is not specified, the car will be equipped with Myrtle Wood trim (as before)
  • SMG or Sequential Manual Gearbox will become available for most rear-wheel drive 3 Series models beginning October 2003 production. It will only be available in conjunction with the sport package. SMG will not be available in conjunction with the Performance Package or all-wheel drive models.
  • Cars equipped with Navigation are now pre-wired for Sirius

[edit] June 2003 to December 2003

  • M3 CSL production (1400 units)

[edit] Changes from 2003 to 2004

  • Performance package now available on coupes and convertibles, as well as with the automatic transmission and the premium package (on all 330s).
  • The climate control head unit has a new control button layout (temp, fan and recirc control buttons) for simpler operation and ease of use.

Sedan and wagon:

  • The rain sensor and automatic headlight control standard for all Sedans and Sports Wagons. These features were previously only available with the Premium Package (ZPP).
  • Automatic STEPTRONIC transmission will be available in conjunction with the Performance Package.
  • New Sport Package wheel for 325i Sedan and Sports Wagon. Styling 119 replaces Styling 96.
  • New base wheel for the 330i/330xi Sedan and 325xi Sedan/Sports Wagon when equipped with the Sport Package. New wheel replaces Styling 73.
  • Titanium exterior trim on the front grille and headlights will no longer be a differentiator for 330i and 330xi Sedans. (The headlights will be black and the front spoiler will be a combination of black and body color.)

Coupes and Convertibles:

  • Coupes and convertibles receive a major face lift with a new front grille (larger "BMW kidneys"), revised cleaner looking lower bumper design and front/rear light design including LED tail lights, repositioned side turn signal lights and clear front corners on sport package cars.

New wheels: MY2004 325i and 325i Sports Wagon Wheels:

  • Styling 119 (17 x 8) with performance tires replaces Styling 96 when the sport package (ZSP) is ordered. This aligns the 325i with the 325Ci. Now all rear-wheel drive 325 models have the same Sport Package Wheel.
  • MY2004 330i/330xi Sedan Base wheel. 325xi and 325xi Sports Wagon Sport Package wheel.
  • Styling 137 (17 x 7) with all-season tires replaces Styling 73, also known as the Radial spoke.

[edit] Changes from 2004 to 2005

  • Performance package 330s get a perforated leather steering wheel instead of alcantara

The change was made about halfway through the 2005 model year and driven primarily by the inability of the alcantara wheel to hold up well over time. Prior to May 2005, Performance Package 330s shipped with alcantara, after that they shipped with a perforated leather wheel. Many originally-alcantara Performance Package 330s, however, will have had the alcantara wheel swapped out for leather under warranty due to excessive wear of the alcantara.

  • The Xenon headlight package was upgraded to the Adaptive Xenon package for coupes only.

Adaptive Xenons not only auto-level as the standard Xenons do, but they also rotate side-to-side depending on orientation of the steering wheel. The goal is to point the light in the direction the car is travelling. A complex algorithm uses car speed, wheel angle, etc. to determine where to point the lights. Of interesting note is the fact that when the car is not moving, the lights will not turn to the driver's side (this is to avoid potential blinding of oncoming traffic, e.g. at a stop light). The headlight switch must be in the "A" (automatic) position -- turning the headlight switch to the "On" position will auto-level the headlights and turn them on, but they will be fixed straight ahead and not turn left and right.

  • Lumbar seat support added to the premium package on the 325.
  • CD shuttle became MP3 compatible

[edit] Model Run Discussion

If you wish to discuss changes or confirm a possible correction, please do so in this thread.

[edit] Buying an E46?

First of all, congratulations on considering an E46 for your next car. The E46 was on Car & Driver's 10 best list every year of its production! It was the car that the Japanese competitors are still trying to copy!

Speaking of the Japanese, lets get one thing out in the open: The E46 is not as reliable as a Toyota or Honda. You will have problems with your E46. Now that I've got that out in the open... it is one of the best overall handling luxury sports sedans/coupes in the world. The E46 isn't as harsh or fast as cars like the EVO or STi, but they are smooth, comfortable, have excellent braking, and are easy to drive.

[edit] What should I look out for?

The E46 doesn't have many big gremlins; however, they are VERY sensitive to maintenance (or lack thereof). If you are going to buy a used E46, do not buy a car without a complete maintenance and repair history. Luckily, the E46 had free maintenance until 36,000 or 50,000 miles (depending on year), so most early maintenance gets performed by a dealer. You can go into any dealer with a VIN and ask them to print out the service history.

Below are some known issues:

  • The sunroof shade track/rails are prone to failure. The sunroof will sometimes fail to operate in the heat on older models.
  • Window regulators fail. The windows will then either make clicking noises as they go up/down (sign of a failing regulator) or not operate at all. Expect the repair to cost $150 for the front and $100 for the rear PLUS $500 - $750 LABOR PER WINDOW/DOOR.
  • The weather stripping on the coupe doors often falls down after a few years. Easily glued into place.
  • Control arm bushings tend to fail after 40-60k miles. You can replace them with Powerflex bushings from Bimmerworld for $149 (pre-pressed into new carriers).
  • VANOS unit wear or failure. Nothing new ... this was already the case with the E36 engines, but it's much easier to repair on the B52/B54 engines since the timing chains do not have to be removed. This defect is mostly related to the buna o-rings in the unit's control pistons hardening and then oil bypassing them, not accurately controlling cam timing any loger. Fluctuating idle or stalling can also be sings of this problem. Depending on maintenance this can already occur at 50K miles. If this defect occurs, there is a noticable rattle in the engine right from the VANOS unit often around 2,000 rpm and performance will be affected. Repair is actually relatively easy and a true DIY for someone who has basic skills. Most often just replacing the buna o-rings with higher quality viton rings in the VANOS unit will fix the issue. www.drvanos.com sells complete rebuild units that are much better than new OEM BMW units and www.beisansystems.com sells viton seal/o-ring kits. Cam sensors (intake or exhaust) on the VANOS unit are also prone to fail and as little as they are, they are expensive ($150+). VANOS units on ZHP cars are especially failure prone for undetermined reasons (maybe related to the more agressive cam).
  • The cooling system is known to fail immediately and catastrophically due to a disintegrating waterpump bearing. When this occurs all coolant is lost immediately and the car will overheat instantly (remember, these cars have only 2 gallons of coolant alltogether). A much better waterpump than the stock/OEM unit is available from EMP Steward, but it's pricy ($200) compared to stock ($70). Other items on the cooling system that are maintenance items and will eventually fail are the plastic electric thermostat and the water reservoir. So cooling system maintenance replacing these items every 60k to 80k miles is advised.
  • There are many reports of cracked or torn subframe mounting points. Most often the rear mounting points are affected. This occurs almost only on the early 323i/328i models. BMW later improved the subframe mounting points on the trunk floor of the car and 325i/330i cars have no occurences of this problem. THis problem seems to be so frequent that a check before buying a 323i/328i IS AN ABSOLUTE MUST! Repairs are expensive and difficult since the unibody frame has to be welded and recurring stress cracking often occurs even after a repair has been made. You can find more information as well as what it looks like in these threads: Thread 1 Thread 2 Thread 3
  • There was a recall for failing coil packs. A dealer can tell you if this recall fix has been performed. The following build date & vin ranges were affected by this recall:
    • E46 with M54/M56 from 09/02 up to 12/04 production date.
    • 325i KL58793 – KL62880, NH02298 – NH05784, PD00558 – PD01068
    • 325iA KL78812 – KL89995, KR24002 – KR32361, PD56824 – PD58282, NJ21783 – NJ47934, NJ80013 – NJ96910
    • 325Ci JY96097 – JY98108, PC99012 – PC99995
    • 325CiA PL00001 – PL04548, PG60108 – PG62814
    • 325Cic JY43694 – JY44229, PG97089 – PG98243
    • 325CicA PG88872 – PG92999, PL24020 – PL31534
    • 325iT EZ15376 – EZ15633
    • 325iTA PC11346 – PC12725
    • 325xi PF58422 – PF62576
    • 325xiA PH86839 – PH90969, PM52033 – PM59296, PR06010 – PR12874
    • 325xiT PE91490 – PE92062
    • 325xiTA PF01600 – PF04589
    • 325iA SULEV KP78010 – KP87556, PH30108 – PH36104
    • 325CiA SULEV PJ15045 – PJ16347, JT20009 – JT22530
    • 325iTA SULEV PJ00063 – PJ00924
    • 330i KM02321 – KM07066
    • 330iA KM24352 – KM36386
    • 330Ci PD95092 – PD97653, JU28717 – JU45159
    • 330CiA PL10037 – PL14136, PH02210 – PH05245
    • 330Cic EV90090 – EV90753, PJ94042 – PJ95840
    • 330CicA JU95942 – JU99831, PL40018 – PL46594
    • 330xi PG09391 – PG11594
    • 330xiA PG20116 – PG23990, PN30039 – PN35923
  • There was a technical service bulletin for an erratic idle with possible stalling. Reference service measure #B12-207-0 with your dealer.
  • There was a technical service bulletin for fading FM stereo reception on cars with navigation with the BM53 tuner. The fix is to replace the BM53 tuner in the trunk. Reference service measure #B65-209-04 with your dealer.
  • There was a technical service bulletin for a 4000RPM power dip on cars equipped with the performance package. The fix is to send the car's DME to New Jersey for reprogramming. Reference service bulletin # SIB 12 17 05 with your dealer - More info here: http://www.linquist.net/motorsports/bmw/sib121705.txt

[edit] Is the 330/328 worth the price premium over the 325/323?

Nobody can answer this but you. The 330/328 obviously has more hp and torque, as well as bigger brakes. To make the 330/328 a better value, BMW includes more standard options (such as power seats, premium sound in later years, etc) and you also get a premium back when you sell your 330i/328i or trade it. Test drive a car in your price range and see if it meets your needs.

[edit] Should I buy the extended maintenance or extended warranty?

Rodney O'Rourke from BMW of South Atlanta is offering the extended maintenance and warranty at a price that is probably lower than your local dealership. See this thread for more information.

First of all, you should recognize the difference between maintenance and warranty. BMW offered 36,000 mi/3yr or 50,000 mi/4yr free maintenance (depending on year). This maintenance covered oil changes, brakes, and windshield wipers (it may also cover items like coolant or brake fluid flush depending on timing). BMW also offered a 50,000 mi/4yr bumper to bumper warranty, which covers any problems you may have.

If your car has <50,000 miles, then you can extend the free maintenance to 100,000 mi/6yr. This extension can be purchased from any BMW dealer and the maintenance can be performed by any dealer. There are deals out there where dealers are offering the maintenance extension for as low as $950. A single 4-wheel brake job can cost about that much if performed by a dealer. Additionally, worn clutch replacements are included within the extended maintenance plan. If you are comfortable doing your own work, it's rarely worth extending the maintenance.

BMW offers two types of warranty extensions:

  • Certified Pre-Owned warranty: The CPO warranty covers you until 6yrs/100k miles from the original in-service date. It covers most of the drivetrain, but NOT most of the electronics. This is generally offered on pre-owned cars sold by a BMW dealer.
  • BMW Original Owner Protection Coverage (2OP): This is offered to the original owner or lessee only and can only be purchased while the car is still under the original 4yr/50k mile factory warranty. Its coverage is identical to that of the CPO warranty. More information on this warranty can be found here

Any other warranty offered to you will be underwritten by a third party.

Here on Bimmerfest, many of us are proponents of underwriting your own warranty! Take the $2000 that an extended warranty would typically cost you and stick it into an interest bearing account. Find a good independent BMW mechanic and pay for any repairs that come up out of that account. I can almost guarantee that at the end of the "would be" warranty period, you'll have money in that account left over!

Here's a small FAQ on third party extended warranties:

[edit] How much does the extended warranty cost? Is the price negotiable?

"Service contracts" vary in price according to length and level of coverage, as well as by "deductible". Most definitely, the price is negotiable. The cost of the service contract is also dependent on who the provider is.

[edit] Can I buy the policy through any dealer or only from the dealer that I bought the car from?

Service contracts can be purchased from any dealer.

[edit] Can I get repairs done at any dealer in the country?

Generally speaking, the repair doesn't even have to be performed by a "dealer" per se... The only requirement (in most cases) is that the repair is performed by a reputable licensed repair facility... As a general rule, "deductibles" are usually lower, or are waived if the repair is performed by the selling dealer.

[edit] Is the policy underwritten by a 3rd party or BMW?

Unfortunately, service contracts for BMW's are only (at this time) administered by a 3rd party... :-(

[edit] What happens if this third party company goes bankrupt, does the dealership take over the policy?

Unfortunately, no... If the company goes bankrupt, you will probably lose your money... This has happened before. Make sure that you select a solid one.

[edit] How long do you have after buying the car to decide on buying the extended warranty?

You have up until there is a minmum of 1 month, *and* 1,000 miles remaining on the original factory warranty...

[edit] Is the only variable between buying the policy now instead of at the end of the allowable period the possibility that the price of the policy might go up? If so, how much have prices been going up recently.

The advantage of getting one early is obviously financial... If you buy one with the car, the cost can be included (i.e. financed) right in with the rest of the deal, and included in your monthly payments. There is also the issue of an "eligibility surcharge" that gets applied at various levels or intervals... Lastly, they do go up in price regularly... The last price increase I saw was on the order of several hundred dollars... Because service contracts are "transferable", and build "future value" it may make sense for some buyers to get one. If you are going to get one, the sooner the better... One thing is a given fact: they will go up in price... Think of them as a hedge against inflation. "Lock-in" future repairs at today's costs...

The bottom line is that if you plan on keeping the car for a long time (beyond the 4-year factory warranty period), you might want to look into this further. (Source: Jon Shafer)

[edit] What are the car/key memory options?

Here is a list of the car/key memory options: http://www.bmwnation.com/tech/glossary/tech_3carkeycfg_01.html They can be set by a dealer or any independent mechanic with a MODIC3/GT1 BMW diagnostic computer.

Link not working on 8/28

[edit] Options & Package Codes

[edit] Summary

BMW of North America offers specific option packages. Elsewhere in the world, a program called BMW Individual is offered to allow individuals to better mix and match options. Options and packages often have numerical or alphanumerical codes associated with them. These codes are used as shorthand to describe the option or package on many BMW forums around the internet.

[edit] Option codes

Here is a list of option codes in a post by Terry Kennedy.

[edit] Option packages

This information is specific to US-bound E46s.

[edit] ZSP - Sport Package

The sport package has been available on all E46 3-series cars. It typically included:

  • A 3-spoke multifunction steering wheel
  • Sport seats with adjustable thigh support and heavier, more pronounced side bolsters.
  • Sport wheels and tires (larger wheels with a different design and lower-profile tires)
  • Sport suspension calibration (stiffer springs/shocks). Note that 2001 and up coupes got the sport suspension as standard equipment.
[edit] ZPP - Premium Package

The premium package has been available on all 3-series cars. It typically included:

  • Different wheels/tires [if ordered with the sport package, the sport package wheels/tires superseed]
  • A multifunction steering wheel [IF it was not already standard on the vehicle]
  • Wood grain interior trim [if ordered with the sport package, the premium package wood is typically installed, unless specifically requested otherwise]
  • Rain-sensing windshield wipers (became standard equipment in 2004)
  • Auto-dimming rear-view mirror
  • Power seats with lumbar support
  • Moonroof (note: moonroof can also be ordered separately)
[edit] ZHP - Performance Package

The performance package was available on 2003-2005 330 sedans (330i) and 2004-2006 330 coupes and convertibles (330Ci/330Cic). In 2003, it was only available with the 6-speed manual transmission and WITHOUT the premium package. In 2004, all performance package cars were also available with the automatic (steptronic) transmission as well as the premium package.

Obviously, the Performance Package is a level above the Sport Package, so they're not available together.

Per the BMW press release, this package included the following changes. However, many of these claims have been found to be misleading:

  • Engine mods (new camshafts, electronics, & lighter flywheel) for 10HP & 8 ft/lb of torque increase & 6800 max RPM (from 6500).
  • 6 speed short throw shifter (for manual transmission equipped cars)
  • 3.07:1 Final drive ratio (instead of 2.91:1)
  • Max Speed Limiter set to 155 mph (instead of 128)
  • New M suspension, more "sporty" than standard sport package:
    • Firmer springs (front +6%, rear +8%)
      • There are no "ZHP" specific springs. The same springs are used for comparably equipped 330's for both the ZSP and the ZHP. In both cases, the spring rate for the post 4/01 build ZSP and ZHP is believed to be slightly less than that of the pre-4/01 ZSP
    • Firmer shocks (Jounce: front +50%, rear +20%), (Rebound: front +35%, rear -8%)
      • ZHP does use different dampers than the ZSP. There is a shortage of shock dyno data, but based on the SACHS damping parameter values it is believe the jounce damping is the same but rebound damping is stiffer on the ZHP. Pre-4/01 sport package cars had similar damping values to the ZHP but used the higher grade SACHS "Advantage" dampers rather than the "Super Touring" model
    • Larger diameter anti-roll bars: 23.5 mm front (v. 23.0), 18.5 mm rear (v. 18.0)
      • Sway bar diameters are 23.5 mm and 18.0 mm for all post 4/01 build 330's. There is no 18.5 mm rear sway bar offered by BMW for the E46.
    • More rigid forward bushings
      • Front Control arm bushings are the same ZHP/ZSP
      • ZHP control arms are different and use a stiffer ball joint
    • Lower ride height by 15 mm (.6 inches) utilizing shorter auxiliary springs
      • Since both the ZSP and ZHP use the same springs, they have the same ride height. Both are 15mm lower than a non-sport E46
    • -.5 degrees of camber (for a total of -1.1 degrees)
      • Alignment settings are the same ZSP and ZHP
  • BMW M exterior trim elements (front & rear fascia, side sills, & trunk lid spoiler)
  • Special exterior trim: Anthracite (charcoal) headlight & foglight surrounds, High-Gloss
  • Shadowline (black gloss) trim
  • Large diameter stainless steel dual exhaust outlets
  • Extra thick Alcantra steering wheel (later switched to perforated leather)
  • ZSP Sport Seats
  • Alcantra & cloth upholstry to replace leatherette and standard trim (leather still optional)
  • Choice of "Black Cube" or "Silver Cube" interior trim
  • Anthracite headliner
  • Red needles on the instrument cluster
  • Unique 18" Wheels (style 135M), 18x8.0" front, 18x8.5" rear
  • Wider Tires: 225/40ZR-18 in front and 255/35ZR-18 in the rear.
  • Quicker steering rack ratio. 13.7:1 versus 15.4:1
    • All post 4/01 330's use the same part number steering rack. The ratio of this rack has not been confirmed, but it is believed to be different from that used on the 325's
[edit] ZCP - Competition Package

The competition package was offered on 2005-2006 M3 coupes only. It included:

  • Interlagos blue as a color option
  • Larger cross-drilled brakes
  • M-Track mode DSC (a traction control mode that allows for more 'playing')
  • Alcantara steering wheel and e-brake handle
  • 19" BBS wheels
  • Shorter steering rack. 14.5:1 versus 15.4:1
[edit] ZCW - Cold weather package

The cold weather package has been available on all 3-series and M3 cars. It typically included:

  • Pass-through ski bag
  • Heated seats
  • Headlight washers
[edit] Options & Package code discussion

Please discuss this section of the wiki in this thread.

[edit] E46 Manuals

E46 vehicle manuals AND the business CD (radio) manual can be found here. (USA/English)

[edit] Maintenance

BMW Oil service/Inspection I/Inspection II checklists can be found here for 2001-2004 model years. Other model years are similar enough to use the same checklist.

Enhanced Maintence Schedule by Mike Miller of Bimmer and Roundel magazines Check out repost at E90post.com

[edit] Oil service

Although BMW recommends oil service every 15,000 miles, the majority of forum members perform them at half the interval - every 7500 miles. Oil and filter change info can be found on My330i.com here. Paul180 also has a great DIY here.

You can purchase OEM (Mann brand) filters for under $5 online on sites like Autohaus Arizona. You should always use an oil that meets BMW's LL-01 (or better) specification. That limits you to:

Tradename Viscosity Manufacturer/Supplier
ADDINOL Super power MV 0537 SAE 5W-30 Addinol Lube Oil GmbH
Agip Formula LL B 01 SAE 0W-30 ENI S.p.A.Refining and Marketing Division
Agip Sint 2000 Evolution SAE 5W-40 ENI S.p.A.Refining and Marketing Division
Agip TECSINT SL SAE 5W-40 ENI S.p.A.Refining and Marketing Division
Aral SuperTronic SAE 5W-30 Aral
AXCL S-Class Motor Oil SAE 0W-30 AXCL Gulf FZE
BP Visco 7000 SAE 0W-40 BP Oil International
BP Visco 7000 Special SAE 0W-30 BP Oil International
BP Visco 7000 Turbo Diesel SAE 0W-40 BP Oil International
Castrol Formula SLX LL01 SAE 0W-30 Castrol Limited
Castrol Formula SLX Turbo Diesel SAE 0W-30 Castrol Limited
Castrol Formula RS Power and Protection SAE 0W-40 Castrol Limited
Castrol Syntec SAE 0W-30 Castrol Limited
Castrol Super Racing 0W-40 SAE 0W-40 Castrol Limited
Castrol TXT Softec LL01 SAE 5W-30 Castrol Limited
Cepsa Star Mega Synthetic SAE 0W-30 Cepsa Lubricantes S.A.
Elf Excellium LDX SAE 0W-30 Total
Formula Shell Ultra AB SAE 5W-30 Shell International Petroleum Company
Gulf Formula TLX SAE 0W-30 Total
Havoline Synthetic BM SAE 0W-30 Texaco
Igol Process Compact P SAE 5W-30 Igol France S.A.
Jet Top Level SAE 0W-40 ConocoPhillips GmbH
Labo RC SAE 0W-30 ***hs Labo Auto S.A.
Liqui Moly Longlife High Tech SAE 5W-30 Liqui Moly
megol Motoren***246;l New Generation SAE 5W-30 Meguin GmbH
Mobil 1 SAE 0W-40 ExxonMobil
Mobil 1 Turbo Diesel SAE 0W-40 ExxonMobil
Motorex Profile B-XL SAE 0W-30 Bucher AG
Motorex Select SP-X SAE 5W-30 Bucher AG
Motul Specific LL-01 SAE 5W-30 Motul S.A:
OMV full syn plus SAE 5W-30 OMV AG
Pennzoil European Formula Ultra SAE 5W-30 Pennzoil Quaker State
Pentospeed 0W-30 VS* SAE 0W-30 Deutsche Pentosin-Werke
Petronas Syntium 3000 LL SAE 5W-30 Petronas
Q8 Formula Special SAE 0W-30 Kuwait Petroleum
Quaker State European Formula Ultra SAE 5W-30 Pennzoil Quaker State
Satoil LazerWay B SAE 5W-30 Svenska Statoil AB
Shell Helix Ultra AB SAE 5W-30 Shell International Petroleum Company
Titan Supersyn SL SAE 0W-30 ***hs Petrolub AG
Valvoline SynPower MXL SAE 0W-30 Valvoline
Veedol Powertron LL01 SAE 5W-30 Veedol International
Veedol Syntron SAE 0W-30 Veedol International
Wintershall VIVA 1 Longlife SAE 5W-30 SRS Schmierstoff Vertrieb GmbH
Yacco VX 1600 SAE 5W-30 Yacco S.A.S.


[edit] Resetting the service indicator

The service indicator toggles between "Oil service" and "Inspection", and when reset, begins counting down from approximately 15,000 miles. It gets to zero miles once your car has consumed 2500L of fuel.

[edit] Model Year 1999 to Mid-2000

You should have the older round 20-pin DLC connector under your hood behind the battery terminal, you need to use a small length of wire to connect (short) pins 7 and 19 for 3-5 seconds with the ignition key in position 1 (Accessory).

Update by SKIMIS on 12/20/2007 --------

Many of the instructions I found for this do not work. Here is the process that works perfectly for my '99 323 every time. Credit to Tony Sticks and the instructions, with nice photos, located at http://www.bmwe36blog.com/2007/02/24/reset-bmw-e36-oil-service-light/

-Locate the 20-pin OBD connector. It is under the hood, passenger side, behind the battery terminal.

- Open the connector, and locate pins 7 and 19. The connector has a pacman in the center, surrounded by two rings of pins. Pin 7 is on the outer ring opposite the pacman's mouth. Pin 19 is on the inner ring 90 degrees clockwise from pin 7. If you don't know where these are find a picture.

- Turn the ignition switch to position 2 (RUN) but not to start - notice that this is different than the process used in slightly older cars.

- connect together pins 7 and 19 for about 5 seconds, then remove the jumper. The reset occurs as you remove the jumper - on older models it occured after 3 seconds and before you removed the jumper.

- WARNING:Do not keep the jumper in place longer - if you get to 10 seconds you will reset the Inspection I/II Indicator. (unless of course that is what you are trying to do!)

- Turn off the ignition key.

[edit] After Mid-2000

You should not have the 20-pin DLC connector. You only need to HOLD the left odometer reset button WHILE turning the key to position 1 (Accessory). Keep holding the button for 5 or so seconds until any of the following shows in the display: OIL SERVICE or INSPECTION with RESET or RE. Release the button and press it again for another 5 or so seconds until RESET or RE flash. While the display flashes, press the button one more time briefly. If done correctly, END SIA should show up for a few seconds. All done.

[edit] Inspection I / Inspection II

Inspection I should be performed at 30,000, 90,000, and 150,000 miles. Inspection II should be performed at 60,000, 120,000, and 180,000 miles. EPBB has written up some great Inspection I/Inspection II instructions here: http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showthread.php?t=109846

[edit] Other maintenance

[edit] Transmission fluid

[edit] Automatic Transmission

Here is a service bulletin on how to check your ATF fluid.


Bimmerfest user Torquewrench wrote an awesome how-to on changing your automatic transmission fluid & filter here:

For the green stickered GM-France built 5L40-E/GM5 (A5S 390R); BMW specifies replacement fill as Texaco ETL 8072-B. It is available in 25 liter bulk containers for about $180 from mileoneparts.com (BMW p/n 83-22-0-403-249)

Texaco USA does not stock that product in one liter bottles. I emailed them (Texaco) and they recommended using Havoline Multi-Vehicle ATF.

Havoline's corporate product data sheet cites Havoline Multi-Vehicle ATF as a suitable replacement fill for both ETL 8072-B and ETL 7045-E (used on the ZF trans). A local Havoline distributor will drop ship a box of 12 ea. one (1) quart bottles for about $50. gordo325xiwagon Aug07

[edit] Manual Transmission

BMW325i.net has a great tutorial on changing transmission fluid here Although BMW325i.net suggests Redline D4 ATF, I don't like it. It makes the gear shifts smooth as silk for only ~10k miles, after which it needs to be changed again. I recommend sticking with BMW MTF-LT-2 **Ok to substitute Pentosin 1028AMZ0632 MTF2 (75W-80 GL-4 in 1 liter containers for $17 at pelicanparts.com) in place of Lifetime Oil MTF-LT-2(BMW part #: 83-22-0-309-031 5 liter container for $128) Pentosin is the OEM supplier for this fluid.** E46 AWD models' transfer cases use the same fluid type as the transmission.

Castrol VMX80 is also 75W80 GL-4, and since BMW fluids are often rebranded Castrol, there is speculation that it's the same. Unconfirmed as of yet.

[edit] Differential fluid

BMW325i.net has a great tutorial on changing your differential fluid here.

[edit] Bleeding your brakes

Check out My330i's how-to here. Check out Paul180's how-to here.

[edit] Flushing your coolant

Once again, thanks to BMW325i.net, a great tutorial can be found here. Thanks to Paul180, another great DIY can be found here.

[edit] Spark Plug replacement

Please see these threads: Thread 1 (Newer coil design) Thread 2 (Older coil design)

Paul180 also has a DIY that covers spark plugs and the valve cover gasket. Check it out here.

[edit] Cabin Microfilter replacement

Paul180 has a good DIY here

[edit] Fuel filter replacement

Please see this page at Bimmerinfo.com. Paul180 also has a DIY here.

[edit] Engine drive belt replacement

See Paul180's DIY here.

[edit] Water Pump replacement

See these threads: Thread 1 Thread 2

[edit] Thermostat replacement

See Paul180's DIY here.

[edit] Power steering fluid flush & Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor cleaning

See this thread for more information.

[edit] M3 Valve Adjustment

See this thread: http://www.m3forum.net/m3forum/showthread.php?t=113415

[edit] Wiper Blades

The wiper blades are 22" (drivers side) and 19" (passenger side). The correct Bosch Icon pair are 422B and 419B.

[edit] Add-on Compatibility

Compiled by TLudwig

[edit] Alarm

All US E46 cars are pre-wired for the BMW alarm, but no US cars come with the alarm standard. The alarm consists of three pieces; The siren, which bolts to the firewall on the engine side (behind the cabin microfilter housing), the motion sensor, which is placed behind the square panel in the center of the headliner, and the tilt/tow sensor, which is bolted to the right side of the inside of the trunk area, above the battery.

The parts cost roughly $230 and most dealers charge $100-300 for installation. It can be installed easily yourself. Lots of alarm information and DIYs can be found here. If you install it yourself, a dealer OR independent mechanic with the appropriate autologic/GT1/Modic3 computer will still need to code the car for the alarm - most charge ~$50 or so.

Don't know if you have the alarm? Pop the square panel in the center of your headliner down (you can pull it with your fingernails - just held up with clips) and see if you find a motion sensor. You can also lock the car with the windows down, leave the area for 60 seconds, then wave your hand in the car to see if it goes off.

A dealer or independent mechanic CAN set the car so that the parking lights blink when the car is locked/unlocked without the alarm being installed.


[edit] Satelite Radio

First, for either XM or Sirius satelite radio, your head unit must be satelite radio ready. All MY 2003 or later non-nav head units are satelite ready. Some MY 2002 may work if they have software version 50 (look here to see how to find out if your '02 has the appropriate software). BMW states that all non-nav 3 series built 9/02 or later are satelite radio ready.

Sirius is available for nav-equipped cars built 9/03 or later, but XM Direct does not work with navigation at this time (they're still working on it). Note that Sirius is not currently available for convertibles equipped with nav AND Assist. An installation kit hasn't yet been released for this configuration, but it should be VERY shortly.

Owners of older non-nav cars may circumvent these restrictions by replacing the head unit with the newer model. Those with older nav-equipped cars would have to replace their old radio (in the trunk)with the newer BM53 unit and upgrade their nav to the newer system (probably not worth it from a cost perspective).

Although the Sirius kit is not officially available for the 3er Touring due to a lack of an approved mounting location, there is no reason that it wouldn't work if wired just like any of the other 3er models (you'll just have to find an alternative method of securing the unit in the rear trunk area).

Many have been getting contrary answers from their dealers, but Sirius and XM Direct are compatible with BMW Assist.

Sirius and XM Direct are also compatible with the CD changer, but you'll have to make sure you order the right parts. For XM Direct, the part number is XM-RDR-D-101 if you have a CD changer, XM-RDR-D-100 if you do not. For Sirius, see Circle BMW's website at http://www.circlebmw.com/parts/sirius/sirius-e46.htm

[edit] Bluetooth Phone

The OEM Bluetooth (BT) kit is available for e46's made 3/02 or later. It is compatible with all other BMW options (including the Navigation system) except Assist. There was talk that this would be changed starting with 9/04 production, but nothing has been heard about this yet...anyone have an update on this?

If you have the Assist, but would prefer the BT, you can have the BT. It's merely a matter of removing Assist (the BT requires the same harness that the Assist uses). However, you may have some difficulties obtaining the BT at a reasonable price because Circle BMW won't sell you the BT if you have Assist on your car (I'm not sure if Pacific BMW also runs a check on your VIN#). Also, most dealers will not do this for you, so it's strictly DIY.

Only the primary number for each contact will be available via the BMW phone interface. Some phones will not pair with the vehicle if they contain a large number of stored SMS messages.

[edit] Bluetooth Compatibility Information:

Not all phones will work with BMW Bluetooth. Check the make and model of the phone, and make sure too that the phone's software (firmware) version is up to date, even if it's listed as supported by BMW.

Lastly, there are different generations of the BMW Bluetooth kit, so check your vehicle's month of manufacture too, as phone compatibility varies over the years. If retrofitting the Bluetooth module, obtain the most recent model possible.

-BMW USA [1] -BMW UK [2] -BMW South Africa [3]

[edit] BMW iPod Adapter

The BMW-supplied iPod adapter is only available for MY 2002 or later. For MY 2002 e46's, the iPod adapter is not compatible with the tape player headunit. It is also not compatible with the nav system, satelite radio, or the cd changer for any model year. If you currently have a CD changer, but would prefer the iPod adapter, you can do so by removing the CD changer.

[edit] DICE iPod adapter

The DICE is compatible with the Business or Professional RDS/MD/CD headunits. It is compatible with nav, but not the CD changer. The DICE is also compatible with Sirius.

The DICE unit plugs into the cd changer plug in the trunk. Your car then thinks it has a cd changer installed - you press the MODE button on your NAV to select CDC (cd changer) *or* you press the CD button on your non-Nav radio to select CDC (cd changer mode) once the DICE is plugged in.

You can then use your up & down buttons on your steering wheel to select previous/next track on the iPod.

The DICE will charge your iPod.

When you put your car in CDC mode, the iPod is powered up automatically and begins playing from the point at which you last shut it off. When you turn the car off or put the radio in FM/AM/CD/Aux mode, the iPod automatically shuts down.

The DICE will also display artist/title/track information on the radio or NAV screen.

Installation is fairly straightforward, involving running the cable from the trunk-mounted icelink control box that plugs into your cd changer wires to wherever you want the iPod. Dension sells Proclip dash-board mounts directly on their site. See a picture of KrisL's ipod in the DICE with the proclip dash-board mount here.

If you'd like more information on the DICE or where to purchase it, check out the DICE information thread here.

[edit] Dension Gateway iPod adapters

Dension have a number of units that supercede the DICE: The Gateway 100/200/300/400 perform all the same functions as a DICE, while also supporting USB mass storage devices (and thereby virtually all brands of MP3 player, other than just the iPod). Dension also offer the ability to retain the CD changer by providing a switching mechanism between the CD changer and the MP3 player. Lastly, Bluetooth and video integration is also possible with the Gateway. Dension products are not currently distributed in the US.

[edit] Auxilary Input

You can purchase an auxilary input cable from dealers that provides a generic stereo audio input into the BMW sound system (without the ability to view track information, or control the source device). This is a simple DIY retrofit, but some people may struggle if the vehicle has Nav installed. Electronically-minded people will probably be able to make the cable themselves, as it is no more complicated than two plugs and a resistor.

[edit] Reversing Camera

Nav-equipped vehicles have an unused connection for a reversing camera. This camera can be purchased from BMW as a retrofit, while after-market versions are also available. This input can also be used by DIY enthusiasts to add DVD movie playback capability or a Carputer.

[edit] TV Modules

A TV module is an easy retrofit for vehicles with Nav as they already have a monitor. There are analogue and analogue/digital TV receivers available from BMW dealers, however both will blank the screen for safety reasons while the vehicle is moving. Third party satellite TV receivers are also available.

[edit] Rear sunblind

An electrically operated version is available as a retrofit.

A manually operated sunshade is also available as well. See this thread for more information and a DIY.

[edit] Add on/compatibility discussion

The E46 option/add-on discussion thread can be found here.

[edit] Audio

[edit] I've got NAV and my FM stereo is fading

There was a technical service bulletin for fading FM stereo reception on cars with navigation with the BM53 tuner. The fix is to replace the BM53 tuner in the trunk. Reference service measure #B65-209-04 with your dealer.

[edit] Changing speed sensitive volume control

[edit] On cars without NAV

First, don't be driving while doing this procedure.

Turn the radio off then on again. Dont touch any button except the 'm' button - the button you use to tune the radio frequency manually. Press and hold the 'm' button for TEN seconds or until the display changes. IIRC, it shows the serial number of the unit. Normally when you press 'm', the display will reflect that by replacing 'ST' (stereo tuning) with 'm'. When holding the 'm' button for this procedure, the display should not do this - you will continue to see 'ST' for the ten seconds.

Now if the display has changed, you are in a configure mode on the radio. If you press the '+' or '-' button you change modes. The mode you want will display as "GAL (1-6)". This mode allows you to adjust the speed-sensitive volume control. Use the radio preset buttons 1-6 to set the amount of volume change you want at speed. Setting 1 is the smallest change, 6 is the highest.

I use 1 with the windows closed, and 4 when it's a nice day and I drive with the windows open which makes for a lot of ambient noise at speed. The car is so quiet with the windows closed that setting 1 is plenty. On my car the default setting from the factory was 3 and it bugged me too.

Then turn the radio OFF to save the settings. Turn it back on and go for a drive to test it. The other semi-useful test mode will tell you the signal strength of any give station from 0 to 15 (highest). Use the preset buttons to change stations in the mode. This capability is probably used in the automatic tuning funtion in the radio.

[edit] On cars with NAV

Get in the car, close the door, and turn the ignition to position 1 (accessory. As soon as the monitor comes on, press and hold the RDS button for aprox 12 sec. Using the arrow keys, near the Tone and Select buttons, scroll to heading "GAL" (German acronym for speed depandant volume) The default setting will be displayed. To change, use the number keys 1-6, 1 being less increase, 6 being maximum.

[edit] How to improve sound quality

A replacement set of speakers is the simplest and cheapest way to improve the sound. Upgrade speaker kits, that are a straight swap for the original speakers, are available to match the factory head unit.

[edit] Brakes

[edit] What is brake bedding?

Simply stated, bed-in is the process of depositing an even layer of brake pad material, or transfer layer, on the rubbing surface of the rotor disc. It's an important procedure to follow after installing new pads and rotors.

A good how-to can be found here.

[edit] Parking brake adjustment

Information can be found in this thread.

[edit] Should I get a big brake kit?

E46s come with very good brakes from the factory. If you can engage ABS from freeway speeds (hint: you can!) and you do not experience brake fade, then bigger brakes will NOT make you stop better or faster! All of your braking is done by the tires and ABS modulation at that point.

[edit] Do I have to replace my rotors at the same time as my pads?

It's recommended that you replace rotors and pads together for several reasons:

  • BMW pads are fairly abrasive and the rotors soft; therefore, a set of rotors usually only lasts about "1.5 pad lengths" before reaching their minimum thickness spec.
  • Rotors are relatively cheap ($60 per for the 330i, less for the 323/325/328) and only take an additional few minutes to replace when replacing the pads
  • You'll get better brake feel throughout the life of the pads when bedding new pads against new rotors

[edit] Brake caliper and rotor hat painting

See Paul180's DIY here.

[edit] Cooling System

[edit] Weak spots

The cooling system has several weak spots:

It's not a bad idea to change the water pump, thermostat, and hoses every 60,000 miles.

The coolant expansion tank can crack and require replacement (part is only $50-60).

The radiator's ends are plastic and can crack.

You should always use BMW coolant (mixed 50/50 with distilled water, of course)

[edit] Electrical

[edit] Where is the fuse box?

The fuse box is accessed by flipping two white tabs on the "ceiling" of the inside of the glove box 90 degrees and pulling it down. If you're missing the white fuse card, crowz posted it here.

[edit] Speedometer a little optimistic?

The ECU purposely makes the speedo read a little high. You can determine your actual speed and see how much error there is by resetting your average speed on the OBC while cruse control is activated.

Here is a picture of a BMW document explaining the phenomenon.

Want to correct the error? You can feed a signal into the speed sensor and then move the speedo needle. That's what Ron Stygar did on his coupe.

[edit] Hidden Onboard Computer Functions

  • There are a number of "secret" OBC functions which can be enabled to display raw data output on the digital odometer. Some are found during standard operation (e.g. average fuel economy), but many others are unique to the "hidden" mode (e.g. engine speed or vehicle speed).
  • Note: these functions will work on ALL US-spec E46 cars, even early 323/325 models which are technically not equipped with the OBC option. The OBC is in fact installed and operative in every E46; as an option, it can be "retrofitted" (activated) by installing the OBC-style turn signal stalk and activating the appropriate trigger during an ECU reflash. The better dealership service departments will know how to do this.
  • Instructions to access the hidden OBC functions:
1. Hold Trip Reset while turning ignition key to on position
2. OBC should show "Test"
3. Use Trip Reset to select function 19.0 that unlocks all the features
4. Wait for display to show "Off"
5. Depress Trip Reset for 1/4 second and release it
6. With no delay press Trip Reset several times to select one of the following function s
  • BMW E46 On-Board Computer (OBC) Hidden Codes
    1. example description

1 Car Engine and cluster data

  • 1.0 46nnn Chassis nr/VIN serial number (last 5 digits)
  • 1.1 4nnn K-number
  • 1.2 690236 Cluster Part #
  • 1.3 045210 Coding (04)/diagnosis (52)/bus index (10)
  • 1.4 1200 Week (12)/year of manufacture (2000)
  • 1.5 09_160 Hardware (09) and software # (16.0) of cluster
  • 1.6 Not used
  • 1.7 04__44 CAN-version (04) **-revision index (44)

-- 2 (test) Cluster System Test - Activates the gauge drivers, indicators and LEDs to confirm function -- 3 SI Data

  • 3.0 1098 Used fuel in liters since last SI (Service Inspection)
  • 3.1 0231 Periodic inspection days; elapsed days (since last SI)

-- 4 Momentary Consumption

  • 4.0 0145+ Instant fuel consumption - 0145=14.5 liters/100km
  • 4.1 0018 Instant fuel consumption - 0018=1.8 l/Hour

-- 5 Distance Gone Consumption

  • 5.0 082 Average mileage; 082=8.2 liters/100km
  • 5.1 0536 Calc. km to refuel (momentary distance to go)

-- 6 Fuel Level sensor inputs in liters

  • 6.0 109330+ Fuel level averaged; Left half sensor input=10.9 liters; Right sensor input=33.0 liters
  • 6.1 0439+ Total tank level averaged; vlgs 6.0: 10.9+33.0=43.9 liters
  • 6.2 0442+ Indicated value (44.2) and tank phase

-- 7 Temperature and Speed

  • 7.0 021+ Coolant/Engine temperature (2.1C)
  • 7.1 130 Ambient/Outside temperature - chg met 5 pts. 125/130/135
  • 7.2 + Engine speed / Current RPMs 1/min
  • 7.3 + Vehicle speed / Current Speed in km/hour

-- 8 Input value in HEX form

  • 8.0 1d0+ System voltage ADC-Value Hex code
  • 8.1 26C33C+ ADC Values HG left/HG right
  • 8.2 0000 ADC Value brake degradation sensor (000=o.k.)
  • 8.3 18C ADC Value outside temperature

-- 9 Battery

  • 9.0 140 Battery Voltage - 140 = UB 14.0v
  • 9.1 242013+?
  • 9.2 074_78+?
  • 9.3 0011+?

--

  • 10 Not used
  • 11 Not used
  • 12 Not used
  • 13 GonG Gong Test
  • 14 Not used

--

  • 15 Status cluster I/O-ports (bit codes) 0=low; 1=high

1st-belt contact, seat belt fastened=0; 2) ignition lock contact, key inserted=0; 3) door contact, door open=0; 4) clock button pressed=0; 5) SI reset=0, for reset=0; 6) EGS transmission failure=0 Status Digital Outputs (bits) 0=inactive, 1=active 1) Gong output; 2) Brake warning lamp; 3)