2006 BMW M3 Owner's Manual - Page 124
2006 BMW M3 Manual
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124 Engine oil Low ambient temperatures Coolant Do not open the cooling system when the engine is hot. If you do, The oils used by BMW at the factory for your vehicle model can be used at virtu- escaping coolant can cause burns.< ally any ambient temperature. Coolant consists of water and coolant However, if the vehicle is exposed to additives. Not all commercially available temperatures below -4 7/-206 for additives are suitable for your BMW. extended periods, please have your Your BMW center knows which addiBMW center recommend a suitable oil. tives are appropriate. Only use approved additives, as the engine could otherwise be damaged. The additives are hazardous to health.< Comply with the applicable environmental laws regulating the disposal of coolant additives.< Checking the coolant level 1. The engine must be at ambient temperature 2. Open the cap for the expansion tank by turning it slightly counterclockwise to allow accumulated pressure to escape. Then open 3. The coolant level is correct when the upper end of the red float is even with the upper edge of the filler neck, refer to the arrow in the illustration or to the schematic diagram next to the filler neck 4. If necessary, slowly add coolant until the correct level is reached; do not overfill 5. Close the cap by turning until it is well tight 6. Have the cause for the coolant loss removed as soon as possible. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 512 - © 09/04 BMW AG