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BMW Z8 Alpina Service and Warranty Information

1. Check level of brake fluid in reservoir Add fluid if required Check windshield washer fluid level and antifreeze protection Fill up and or correct if required Check air conditioner for operation Replace microfilters Note reduce replacement interval in dusty operating conditions Reset service interval indicator Inspection Body Electrical Check battery state of charge and charge if required Check lighting system i e headlights parking back up license plate interior including map reading lights glove box flashlight luggage compartment lights Check instrument panel and dashboard illumination Check all waming indicator lights check control Check tum signals hazard warning flashers brake lights horns headlight dimmer and flasher switch Check wipers and washer system s wiper blades washer jet positions Check condition and function of safety belts Visually examine all SRS airbag units for torn covers obvious damage or attachment of decals decorations or accessories Recharge batteries for remote controls in all vehicle master keys Check central locking double lock Check operation of all latches Check heater air conditioner blower rear window defogger if hardtop is installed Check rear view mirrors Check convertible top tension cords for damage and routing Final Inspection R
2. Date Stamp Sig nature J Date Stamp S ignature Date Stamp Signature J 10 BMW Inspection Il Performed at N Actual Vehicle Mileage Mileage on Service Indicator Date Stamp Signature BMW Engine Oil Service BMW Inspection BMW Engine Oil Service BMW Inspection Il Performed at Performed at Performed at Performed at Actual Vehicle Mileage Actual Vehicle Mileage Actual Vehicle Mileage Actual Vehicle Mileage Mileage on Service Indicator Mileage on Service Indicator Mileage on Service Indicator Mileage on Service Indicator X Date Stamp 5ignature E A Date Stamp 5ignature Date Stamp S ignature D X Date Stamp Signature iy BMW Engine Oil Service BMW Inspection BMW Engine Oil Service BMW Inspection Il Performed at Performed at Performed at Performed at Actual Vehicle Mileage Actual Vehicle Mileage Actual Vehicle Mileage Actual Vehicle Mileage Mileage on Service Indicator Mileage on Service Indicator Mileage on Service Indicator Mileage on Service Indicator Date Stamp Signature E Date Stamp Signature Date Stamp Signature E Date Stamp Signature _ BMW Engine Oil Service BMW Inspection BMW Engine Oil Service BMW Inspection Il b Perfor
3. BMW Engine Oil Service Performed at Actual Vehicle Mileage Actual Vehicle Mileage Actual Vehicle Mileage Mileage on Service Indicator Mileage on Service Indicator Mileage on Service Indicator BMW Inspection Il Performed at N Actual Vehicle Mileage Mileage on Service Indicator Date Stamp Sig nature BMW Engine Oil Service Performed at X Date Stamp S ignature Date Stamp Signature 27 Date Stamp S ignature E BMW Inspection b BMW Engine Oil Service Performed at Performed at Actual Vehicle Mileage Actual Vehicle Mileage Actual Vehicle Mileage Mileage on Service Indicator Mileage on Service Indicator Mileage on Service Indicator BMW Inspection Il Performed at N Actual Vehicle Mileage Mileage on Service Indicator Date Stamp Signature J BMW Engine Oil Service Performed at Date Stamp S ignature A Date Stamp Signature D BMW Inspection Performed at Date Stamp Signature Ne 0 BMW Engine Oil Service Performed at Actual Vehicle Mileage Actual Vehicle Mileage Actual Vehicle Mileage Mileage on Service Indicator Mileage on Service Indicator Mileage on Service Indicator
4. Dispatch Service A service provider will be dispatched to the site of your disabled vehicle On Site Assistance On site service for vehicle disablements such as flat tires dead batteries and out of fuel con ditions is provided up to a maximum of 100 00 per incident by BMW Roadside Assistance The cost for parts and fuel when used on site are the responsibility of the owner driver The New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not cover any of the above on site services Lock Out For security purposes the driver will need to prove ownership by presenting proper documen tation i e a valid drivers license registration etc Lock out service will be provided up to a maximum of 100 00 per incident Towing Service In the event of a mechanical breakdown nor mally covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty your vehicle will be transported at no cost to the nearest authorized BMW center Your vehicle is also covered in the event of an accident or collision If a breakdown occurs after normal business hours your vehicle will be transported to a secure location and transported to the near est authorized BMW center on the next busi ness day If you request that the vehicle be taken to a location other than the nearest authorized BMW center any additional expense will be your re sponsibility However you may request at no cost to be taken to a different BMW center as long as it is within 50 additional miles of
5. The date of purchase and the vehicle identification number VIN are embossed on the card This card should be carried by the driver of your BMW automobile Calling For Assistance The toll free BMW Roadside Assistance num ber is answered by a BMW Roadside Assistance service representative In order for you to re ceive quick and reliable services it is essential that you should provide detailed and accurate information to the service representative 26 Be prepared to give 1 2 Your name and address Your complete Vehicle Identification Num ber found on your vehicle registration or your permanent BMW Roadside Assistance ID card Model description of your vehicle Date of purchase License plate number of your vehicle Vehicle location including nearby cross roads intersections highway mile markers street numbers landmarks etc Location you are calling from including a telephone number where you can be reached If you are calling from a public phone wait there for the return call Do not leave this location without informing the Road side Assistance service representative A description of your vehicle s problem Specific and accurate information will en able the Roadside Assistance service rep resentative to provide the proper help Services From the information you provide the BMW Roadside Assistance service representative will determine the type of help required
6. The oxygen sensor deteriorates strictly on a mileage basis and must therefore be replaced to maximize vehicle fuel economy and minimize exhaust pollution The mileage interval varies according to individual driving conditions and is determined by the service interval indicator 13 Battery Care If your car is driven only for short distances of less than 10 miles over a prolonged period of time without an occasional drive at highway speeds the engine s charging system will not maintain the battery In sufficient use of the vehicle could result in short term starting problems and in the long term could damage the battery In case the car is not operated for more than four weeks it is advisable to a consider using a proper trickle charger following the charger manufacturer s instructions to maintain the battery s state of charge or b consult your BMW center regarding battery removal Once removed the battery must be charged and stored in a cool dry place where it can be pro tected from freezing If the battery will be stored for over 3 months it must be recharged every 3 months or else it will become damaged and useless Please consult with your BMW center for further guidance and information Corrosion Protection Extensive corrosion protection measures imple mented by BMW now make it possible to offer a six year limited anti corrosion warranty against rust perforation on your vehicle provided that the vehi
7. this service will assist you in getting information out to the proper party whether it s business or personal If unable to contact the message relay service will docu ment the information and will make reasonable efforts to deliver the message to the message recipient Personalized Trip Routing Leave the planning to us Simply give one of our Roadside Assistance service representatives a call and we ll provide you with detailed easy to read computerized trip itinerary and compan ion map package Trip Interruption Benefits Trip interruption benefits are provided for me chanical breakdowns as follows Breakdowns that are warranty related and Must occur in excess of 100 miles from the driver s residence and Repairs cannot be completed during normal business hours on the same day of break down Reimbursements will be made for meals lodg ing car rentals and alternate transportation to bring the driver and the BMW automobile to gether after the vehicle has been repaired by an authorized BMW center Original receipts must accompany all reimbursement requests Trip interruption coverage is limited to 750 00 per incident to a maximum of five days per incident Always contact BMW Roadside Assistance for trip interruption benefits They will assist in mak ing all the necessary arrangements Car Rental Discounts Discounts of up to 3096 are available from Alamo Avis Dollar Hertz and National ca
8. certified BMW Service Parts However the cost of such 33 service or parts will not be covered under this warranty except in emergency situations In an emergency situation where an authorized BMW center or a warranty replacement part is not reasonably available within 30 days repairs may be performed at any available service establish ment using any equivalent part BMW NA will reimburse the owner for such emergency re pairs including labor parts and diagnosis not to exceed BMW NA rates for labor parts and di agnosis in said area that are covered under this warranty Replaced parts and paid invoices must be presented at a BMW center as a condition of reimbursement for emergency repairs not per formed by a BMW center The use of replacement parts which are not of equivalent quality may impair the effectiveness of the emission control system If other than certified BMW Service Parts or Authorized Re manufactured Parts are used for maintenance repair or replacement of components affecting emission control the owner should obtain as surances that such parts are warranted by their manufacturer to be equivalent to genuine BMW parts in performance and durability BMW NA assumes no liability under this warranty with re spect to parts other than genuine BMW parts However the use of non BMW replacement parts or non EPA certified parts does not invali date the warranty on other components unless non B MW parts ornon
9. date of first retail sale or the date the vehicle is first placed in service as a demonstrator or company vehicle whichever is earlier To obtain service under this warranty the ve hicle must be brought upon discovery of any rust perforation to the workshop of any autho rized BMW center This BMW center will with out charge for parts or labor either repair or re place the defective part s The decision to re pair or replace said part s is solely the preroga tive of BMW of North America Parts for which replacements are made become the property of BMW of North America REQUIRED MAINTENANCE In order to keep this warranty in effect the ve hicle must be inspected at every BMW Inspec tion II at least every two years Any areas re quiring preventative maintenance must be re paired THIS INSPECTION MAINTENANCE IS AT THE OWNER S EXPENSE The Inspection Maintenance consists of a Washing the chassis before inspection if necessary due to dirt accumulation b Repairing any damages to undercoating or paint due to stone chips gravel erosion scratches or other external influences BMW of North America makes no other express warranty on this product except the new car warranty or the warranty as to the emission con trol system THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY IS LIM ITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES HEREIN BMW OF NORTH AMERICA HEREBY
10. for the rear axle differential The performance of certain subsequent mainte nance elements as required by the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty will be specified at in tervals computed by the BMW Service Interval Indicator as follows Oil Service Engine oil should be changed with the engine at operating temperature Note Change oil at least once a year All 2003 model year BMW Alpina Roadster V8s are factory filled with BMW High Performance Synthetic oils At the time of the printing of this booklet the following oil is strongly recom mended and approved by BMW BMW High Performance 5W 30 Synthetic Oil BMW part number 07 51 0 017 866 Castrol Syntec 0W 30 BMW is evaluating various synthetic oils for inclusion in our list of recommended engine oils For the most current list of synthetic oils please contact your BMW center or call BMW of North America Inc at 1 800 831 1117 You can also obtain this information from our website www bmwusa com If you need to add oil between oil changes and are unable to obtain BMW High Perfor mance Synthetic Oil or Castrol Syntec OW 30 use a synthetic oil with an API rating of SH or higher Inspection I Major vehicle maintenance as specified in the following pages under In spection l Inspection Il Additional major vehicle main tenance as specified in the following pages under Inspection Il The following maintenance elements must be performed at the milea
11. the nearest BMW center Towing requests for vehicles disabled because of casualty fire act of God or violation of law federal state or local are accepted at the ex pense of the owner driver If it is necessary for you to have your vehicle towed through your own arrangements you must contact BMW Roadside Assistance for prior authorization and instructions on claim procedures All claims must be submit ted within sixty 60 days of the disablement or occurrence accompanied by the original re ceipts Claims received after that time period may not be honored and are subject to the full discretion of BMW Roadside Assistance If BMW Roadside Assistance is not contacted for prior authorization the maximum coverage for tow ing situations is 100 00 27 Sign and Drive In most instances services provided under the BMW Roadside Assistance Program do not re quire immediate payment Usually you will be able to sign a receipt so the provider of the service can be reimbursed di rectly by BMW Roadside Assistance Parts materials and fuel should be paid by you directly to the provider of the services Auto Valet Service Should there be a need beyond BMW Roadside Assistance Auto Valet will provide a personal assistant who will help in every way to get you to your final destination Auto Valet will help you locate a rental car or taxi agency hotel or even help procure airline reservations In event of an emergency
12. EPA certified parts cause damage to warranted parts What is not covered This warranty does not cover malfunctions caused by any of the following accident flood misuse improper adjustment modification al teration tampering disconnection improper or inadequate maintenance use of leaded fuel or fuels containing more than 10 ethanol or other oxygenates with more than 2 8 oxygen by weight i e more than 15 MTBE or more than 396 methanol plus an equivalent amount of co Solvent The replacement of maintenance parts such as spark plugs filters and similar tems used in required maintenance services the repair or re placement of maintenance parts beyond the first required inspection maintenance or if the part has been replaced earlier for reasons other than it being defective The car or any part of the car unless a failure causes the car to fail to conform to applicable emission regulations Any car on which the odometer has been re placed or altered and the true mileage cannot be determined The car if the vehicle identification number is altered or cannot be read or if the car has been declared a total loss or sold for salvage pur poses General These warranties give you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRAN TIES INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTI
13. ES HEREIN BMW NA HEREBY EXCLUDES INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN CLUDING LOSS OF TIME INCONVE NIENCE OR LOSS OF USE OF THE VE HICLE FOR ANY BREACH OF ANY EX PRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY INCLUD ING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MER CHANTABILITY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT 34 Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential dam ages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you Additionally if you are a California Massachusetts Vermont or Maine resident and your vehicle is registered in that state your vehicle is eligible for California Emis Sions Warranty coverage These federal warranty provisions also apply to all vehicles sold in all U S states and territories regardless of whether a state has enacted state warranty provisions that differ from the federal provisions Federal Emissions Performance Warranty Valid only in the U S A and Puerto Rico In those states and jurisdictions that have es tablished periodic vehicle emissions tests to en courage proper vehicle maintenance and re quire the carto pass an emissions test approved by the U S Environmental Protection Agency and 1 The car was distributed by BMW of North America BMW NA or sold through the BMW NA European Delivery Program and 2 The car has been maintained and operated in accordance with the instructions for proper mainten
14. EX CLUDES INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUEN TIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING LOSS OF TIME INCONVENIENCE OR LOSS OF USE OF THE VEHICLE FOR ANY BREACH OF ANY EX PRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANT ABILITY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential dam ages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Any legal claim or action arising from any express or implied warranty contained herein must be brought within 12 months of the date it arises 32 This warranty does not apply to the following a Damage caused by negligence improper accident damage repairs or improper use b Damage attributable to failure to perform re quired inspections maintenance atthe speci fied intervals or in accordance with the BMW rust inspection maintenance program in structions Proof must be provided by a paid invoice or filling in the appropriate boxes in the Service Section of this Statement BMW will not accept any liability for any parts and accessories not approved by BMW This warranty shall be null and void if the vehicle identification number has been al tered or cannot be read if the odometer has been replaced or altered and the true mileage cannot be determi
15. Emission Control System Limited Warranty 38 46 Notice of Owner Address Change 41 BMW Valet Program The BMW Valet Program is a benefit designed to provide a Premier Care Experience for 2003 BMW Alpina Roadster V8 customers This program is provided as standard service on every 2003 BMW Alpina Roadster V8 purchased from any Authorized BMW center in the United States or Puerto Rico for the duration of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty period of 48 months or 50 000 miles whichever occurs first Any authorized BMW center in the United States or Puerto Rico will pick up your vehicle from any reasonable location when a recommended maintenance or warranty repair appointment is made by you In addition upon your request your authorized BMW center will provide you with a free BMW loaner vehicle for the duration of the repair Upon completion of repairs to your vehicle your authorized BMW center will return your vehicle to you For additional details and restrictions on this program please contact your authorized BMW center BMW Maintenance Programs 2003 BMW Alpina Roadster V8 Maintenance Programs are a benefit designed to help reduce the cost of scheduled and un scheduled maintenance 2003 BMW Alpina Roadster V8 model vehicles purchased from any Authorized BMW center in the United States or Puerto Rico are covered by Full Maintenance for 48 months or 50 000 miles whichever occurs fi
16. ION TO THE NATIONAL CUSTOMER RELATIONS DEPART MENT ADDRESS LISTED BELOW BMW OF NORTH AMERICA CUSTOMER RELATIONS DEPARTMENT P O BOX 1227 WESTWOOD NEW JERSEY 07675 1227 Telephone 1 800 831 1117 23 BMW Import Processing Center As a BMW owner you will experience BMW qual ity first hand Our dedication to excellence in de sign engineering and service is among the best in the world And we invest heavily every year in our people and facilities to ensure that our quality standards are consistently applied from the fac tory to the BMW center Part of that investment program is devoted to our multi million dollar Import Processing Centers staffed by our highly trained specialists At these state of the art facilities each BMW is given a thorough inspection after its transatlantic shipment to the United States Imperfections in the mechanical and electrical systems or dam age to the sheet metal paint trim or other com 24 ponents of the vehicle which may occur during transportation from the factory to the United States are normally detected and corrected at the Import Processing Centers in the United States Any defect in material or workmanship which occurs during the warranty period is cov ered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Special Programs SOMETIMES BMW OF NORTH AMERICA OFFERS A SPECIAL ADJ USTMENT PROGRAM TO PAY ALL OR PART OF THE COST OF CERTAIN REPAIRS BEYOND THE TERMS OF THE WARRANTY CHEC
17. K WITH YOUR BMW CENTER TO DETERMINE WHETHER ANY ADJ USTMENT PROGRAM IS APPLICABLE TO YOUR MOTOR VEHICLE 25 BMW Roadside Assistance The BMW Roadside Assistance Program re flects BMW s commitment to your complete sat isfaction with the BMW ownership experience It is available for U S version BMWs in all 50 states Canada and Puerto Rico 24 hours a day 365 days a year It is a valuable benefit provided to you at no additional cost Subject to certain limitations and exclusions noted on pages 26 28 Owner s Eligibility You are covered if your vehicle is AnewBMW automobile distributed by BMW NA and purchased at an authorized BMW center OR A new BMW automobile purchased under the BMW NA European Delivery Plan OR A new U S version BMW automobile pur chased under the Diplomatic or Military Sales programs operated in any of the 50 states Canada and Puerto Rico Coverage is provided for the vehicle itself re gardless of the driver Protection is concurrent with the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Getting Started A temporary Roadside Assistance Identification Card can be found inside of your vehicle portfo lio It contains the 24 hour toll free number for Roadside Assistance For your convenience a decal showing the same information as the ID card has been af fixed to the tool kit cover on the trunk lid In a few weeks you will receive a permanent BMW Roadside Assistance ID card by mail
18. MW will not accept any liability for any parts and accessories not approved by BMW This warranty shall be null and void if the vehicle identification number has been altered or cannot be read if the odometer has been replaced or altered and the true mileage can not be determined if the vehicle has been declared a total loss or sold for salvage pur poses or if the vehicle has been used in any competitive event General These warranties give you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRAN TIES INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES HEREIN BMW NA HEREBY EXCLUDES IN CIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAM AGES INCLUDING LOSS OF TIME INCON VENIENCE OR LOSS OF USE OF THE VE HICLE FOR ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABIL ITY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you 31 Limited Warranty Rust Perforation 2003 Models BMW NA warrants this original vehicle against defects in materials or workmanship which will result in rust perforation of the vehicle body for a period of 6 years without mileage limitation commencing on the
19. SEQUEN TIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING LOSS OF TIME INCONVENIENCE OR LOSS OF USE OF THE VEHICLE FOR ANY BREACH OF ANY EX PRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANT ABILITY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT For assistance in determining which parts are covered by this warranty please contact your authorized BMW center or the BMW NA Cus tomer Relations Department at 1 800 831 1117 You may obtain further information concerning the emissions warranty or report violations of warranty terms by contacting Air Resources Board ARB Mobile Source Division 9528 Telstar Avenue P O Box 8001 El Monte CA 91731 Please include the title of the BMW ser vice department head and telephone number California Emission Warranty Parts List The following components are covered for de fects by the California Emission Control System Limited Warranty for a period of 7 years or 70 000 miles whichever comes first COMPONENT INTAKE AIR COLLECTOR PLENUM INTAKE MANIFOLD THROTTLE BODY AND GASKET THROTTLE ACTUATOR VANOS CAMSHAFT POSITION CONTROLLER ENGINE CONTROL MODULE IDLE SPEED CONTROL VALVE FUEL RAIL KNOCK SENSOR FUEL TANK EXHAUST MANIFOLD EXHAUST MANIFOLD WITH CATALYST THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER 40 Notice The National Traffic amp M otor Vehicle S afety Act of 1966 requires manufacturers to be in a position to contact the vehicle owners when a correction of a product de
20. Service and Warranty Information 2003 BMW Alpina Roadster V8 Owner Driver Information Name Address Owner Driver Telephones Business Home Model Year VIN Retail In Service Date Trim Code Color Code Production Date License Plate Number BMW center Telephone Numbers Offices Services Table of Contents Page BMW Valet Program BMW Alpina Roadster V8 only i Maintenance Program ssssseseeenem n 1 Maintenance System 2 3 Quality Certification een 4 Unscheduled Maintenance 4 1200 Mile Service 9 Engine 5 5 Inspection asin aracin enei dea e e deg 6 7 Inspectiorills oer o te RM e x ERR 8 Brake Fluid Cooling System Oxygen Sensor Services 8 Special Maintenance Record 9 Scheduled Maintenance Oil Service Record 10 12 Emission Control Maintenance Schedule 13 Battery Care 14 Corrosion 14 Body Inspection 15 20 BMW Alpina Roadster V8 Body Repair Service 21 Cust
21. The BMW center will without charge for parts or labor including diagnosis either repair or replace the defective part if any The decision whether to repair or replace said parts is solely the pre rogative of BMW NA and must be expected to correct the failure of the warranted part Parts for which replacements are made become the property of BMW NA Inall cases a reasonable time must be allowed for warranty repairs to be completed after the car is received by the BMW center For assistance in determining which specific parts or components of your vehicle are cov ered under this warranty please contact your BMW center It is the owners responsibility to have all sched uled inspection and maintenance services per formed at the owner s expense as prescribed in the maintenance schedule for the BMW Emis Sion Control System Service intervals are com puted by the onboard BMW service interval indi cator and displayed on the instrument panel The instructions for proper maintenance and use can befound in the Owner s Manual Itis strongly recommended that any replacement parts used for maintenance repair or replacement of emis Sion control systems be certified BMW Service Parts or BMW Authorized Remanufactured Parts Without invalidating this warranty the owner may elect to have maintenance repair or replacement of the emission control systems performed by any automotive repair establish ment or elect to use parts other than
22. ained service technicians to perform quality repairs on your BMW in minimaltime He she looks forward to serving your every service need and to help maximize your satisfaction with your BMW its longevity and resale value Quality Certification Performed by selling BMW center Stamp with Code FREE OF CHARGE Date Mileage Authorized Signature of Service Manager Quality Certification For a detailed list of items inspected refer to the Quality Certification form provided to the Owner at time of delivery A copy ofthe form is on file at the selling BMW center Unscheduled Maintenance Only use fuels advertised to have adequate de tergency and low alcohol content Use of fuels with insufficient detergent and or excess alco hol can cause driveability problems that neces Sitate cleaning intake valves and fuel injection valves and when applicable adjusting the en gine idle We suggest having this work per formed by your authorized BMW center per haps while regular maintenance is performed Your BMW center can also recommend a gaso line additive that will provide sufficient detergency While this recommended unscheduled mainte nance is not required in order to maintain the emission warranty cleaning of intake valves or when applicable fuel injection valves or adjust ment of engine idle necessitated by use of in appropriate fuel is not covered by warranty be cause no defect in material or workmans
23. ale value by minimizing breakdowns re sulting from wear and minimizing cost and inconvenience by computing maintenance intervals based upon the specific manner in which each individual vehicle is driven Maintenance intervals on motor vehicles have conventionally been specified based upon accumulated mileage However the type of driving conditions has a major influence on routine maintenance re quirements distance traveled is only one of the significant factors A vehicle driven for 50 000 miles of short trips in the city with numerous cold starts prolonged periods of idling stop and go driving and high engine speeds during accelera tion requires more frequent maintenance intervals than a vehicle driven for 50 000 miles for long distances at low engine speeds primarily at operating temperature The advanced technologies at BMW have led to the development of the unique BM W Service Interval Indicator System which computes the actual opti mum maintenance requirements based not only upon the accumulated mileage but taking into ac count important factors such as engine coolant tem peratures high orlow engine speeds short orlong trip driving and number of vehicle starts The maintenance interval may therefore be maximized with considerable savings to owners of vehicles subjected to light duty The service interval indicator consists of a mileage reading and the inscriptions OIL SER VICE and INSPECTION When
24. ance and use set forth in the Owner s Manual supplied with the car and 3 The car fails to conform to the applicable emissions standards of the EPA as judged by an EPA approved emissions test and 4 The failure to conform results or will result in the owner of the car having to bear a penalty or other sanction including the denial of the right to use the car under local state or fed eral law if the non conformity is not rem edied within a specified period of time Then in accordance with the provisions of sec tion 207 b of the Clean Air Act BMW NA war rants that if the car is eligible for coverage under this warranty any non conformities in the car which cause it to fail an EPA approved emis sions test will without charge for parts or labor including diagnosis be adjusted repaired or replaced at the option of BMW NA to proper specifications in order to make the car comply with applicable emissions standards The deci sion to adjust repair or replace parts is solely the prerogative of BMW NA and must reasonably be expected to correct the failure of the war ranted part This warranty begins on the date of first retail sale or the date the vehicle is first placed in service as a demonstrator or company vehicle whichever is earlier This warranty continues for a period of 2 years or 24 000 miles whichever occurs first except for specific emissions con trol components as listed on page 36 for which the warra
25. body repairs necessary Customer s signature Date Performed by BMW center Stamp with Code Show damage location above with codes X Stone damage O Dent A Scratch YA Collision damage BMW center authorized signature Undercoating damage explain in remarks 16 Body inspection Vehicle inspected and repaired if necessary to BMW standards required by BMW six year anti corrosion warranty Yes No Partially Remarks explain use repair order if necessary The undersigned herewith confirms that this inspection has been carried out by the BMW center below and this BMW center has given notification of any body repairs necessary Customer s signature Date Performed by BMW center Stamp with Code Show damage location above with codes X Stone damage O Dent A Scratch 2 Collision damage BMW center authorized signature Undercoating damage explain in remarks 17 Body inspection Vehicle inspected and repaired if necessary to BMW standards required by BMW six year anti corrosion warranty Yes No Partially Remarks explain use repair order if necessary The undersigned herewith confirms that this inspection has been carried out by the BMW center below and this BMW center has given notification of any body repairs necessary Customer s signature Date Performed by BMW cent
26. ce and durability BMW NA assumes no liability under this warranty with respect to parts other than genuine BMW parts However the use of non BMW replacement parts does not invalidate the warranty on other components unless non BMW parts cause damage to warranted parts What is not covered This warranty does not cover malfunctions caused by any of the following accident flood misuse modification alteration tampering dis connection improper or inadequate mainte nance except if performed by an authorized BMW center doing warranty repair work use of leaded fuel or fuel other than as specified in the Owner s Manual 39 The replacement of maintenance parts such as spark plugs filters and similar items used in required maintenance services or the repair or replacement of maintenance parts beyond the first replacement interval Any car on which the odometer has been re placed or altered and the true mileage cannot be determined The car if the vehicle identification number is altered or cannot be determined or if the car has been declared a total loss or sold for sal vage purposes General The warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRAN TIES INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES HEREIN BMW OF NORTH AMERICA HEREBY EXCLUDES INCIDENTAL AND CON
27. center that per formed the work on your vehicle They have the necessary equipment and the personnel to achieve this goal We are confident that every effort willbe made to ensure your Satisfaction 22 Customer Assistance Notification During a specific period usually the earlier of 12 months or 12 000 miles though this period varies by state some states require us or our authorized BMW center to repair in a rea sonable number of attempts any defect or condition which substantially impairs the use value or safety of a new vehicle sold leased or registered in that state A reasonable number of attempts is generally defined as i two or more attempts to repair the same defect the number of attempts may vary by state or ii that the same defect has caused the vehicle to be out of service by reason of repair for more than 30 days this period may vary by state except for delays created by con ditions beyond our control If we are unable to correct a defect or condition covered by these statutes in a reasonable num ber of attempts we may be obligated either to replace the vehicle or reimburse the owner les see in an amount equal to the purchase price or lease payments paid by the owner lessee less the amount directly attributable to use of the vehicle by the owner lessee YOU SHOULD SEND WRITTEN NOTIFICATION DIRECTLY TO BMW OF NORTH AMERICA OF THE EXISTENCE OF AN ALLEGED DEFECT SEND WRITTEN COMMUNICAT
28. cle is maintained in accordance with the provisions of the New Vehicle Limited War ranty as outlined in the Warranty Section of this Statement page 30 The major degree of corrosion protection is due to the electrophoretic dip painting process which cathodically deposits paint particles on all body parts attracting paint particles into the minutest cavities or seams Body parts are designed to provide optimum corrosion protection During manufacture exterior body parts receive an additional corrosion protection coat Hood trunk doors and other body parts are coated with PVC and sealed from the outside All floor panels receive a resilient coating of PVC for maximum protection against damage due to stones etc Corrosion protection materials tested over many years are applied to the surfaces of cavities and to the entire underside of the vehicle during and after assembly 14 Requirements for maintaining the six year lim ited anti corrosion warranty are outlined in the Warranty Section of this Statement page 32 Restoring corrosion protection Please take care that anti corrosion material is replaced when your car is repaired after body or chassis damage BMW will not accept any liability for any parts and accessories not approved by BMW Underbody maintenance The underbody has to be cleaned at least once a year in spring with plain water in order to remove mud chemical sediments and other deposits If those
29. d on page 40 as having coverage for 7 years or 70 000 miles is defective the part will be repaired or replaced by BMW NA This is your long term emission control system DEFECTS WAR RANTY Owner s Warranty Responsibilities As the vehicle owner you are responsible for the performance of the required mainte nance listed in your Owner s Manual BMW NA recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your vehicle but BMW NA cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to en sure the performance of all scheduled main tenance You are responsible for presenting your ve hicle to an authorized BMW center as soon as a problem exists The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time not to exceed 30 days 37 As the vehicle owner you should also be aware that BMW NA may deny your war ranty coverage if your vehicle or part has failed due to abuse neglect improper main tenance or unapproved modifications If you have any questions regarding your war ranty rights and responsibilities you should con tact BMW of North America Customer Relations Department PO Box 1227 Westwood N J 07675 1227 Telephone 1 800 831 1117 or the California Air Resources Board 9528 Telstar Avenue P O Box 8001 El Monte CA 91731 The California Emissions Control System Limited Warranty applies to all 2003 U S speci fication BMW vehicles sold leased and or
30. er Stamp with Code Show damage location above with codes X Stone damage O Dent A Scratch YA Collision damage BMW center authorized signature Undercoating damage explain in remarks 18 Body inspection Vehicle inspected and repaired if necessary to BMW standards required by BMW six year anti corrosion warranty Yes No Partially Remarks explain use repair order if necessary The undersigned herewith confirms that this inspection has been carried out by the BMW center below and this BMW center has given notification of any body repairs necessary Customer s signature Date Performed by BMW center Stamp with Code Show damage location above with codes X Stone damage O Dent A Scratch 7 Collision damage BMW center authorized signature Undercoating damage explain in remarks 19 Body inspection Vehicle inspected and repaired if necessary to BMW standards required by BMW six year anti corrosion warranty Yes No Partially Remarks explain use repair order if necessary The undersigned herewith confirms that this inspection has been carried out by the BMW center below and this BMW center has given notification of any body repairs necessary Customer s signature Date Performed by BMW center Stamp with Code Show damage location above with codes X Stone damage O Den
31. ever the ignition is switched on the dis play shows the next scheduled type of service and the remaining distance until the service should be performed The distance is based on your driving style If the maintenance interval has been exceeded a symbol reminds you of the urgent need for servicing In the interests of road safety and reliability you should avoid driving your BMW when the symbol is showing and have the essential maintenance work performed with out delay After each maintenance is performed the ser vice indicator is reset in order to compute the next service interval If the service interval indicator displays an illogi cal reading or if there is no display consult a BMW center If the speedometer tachometer or coolant tem perature gauge should develop a fault the ser vice interval indicator will probably cease to oper ate correctly as well since it depends on correct Speed distance and temperature readings The fault must be located and rectified by a BMW center A detailed list of all maintenance operations in cluded in each of the elements of the BMW Maintenance System is found on pages 4 13 These elements are as follows Quality Certification will be performed by your selling center and certified on the following page The BMW Alpina Roadster V8 requires a 1200 Mile Service which is not displayed by the Ser vice Interval Indicator This service consists of changing the oil
32. fect becomes necessary Please fill in the attached postcard if you change your address or purchase a used BMW 41 NOTES 42 BMW of North America LLC Woodcliff Lake New Jersey 07677 Printedin U S A 1 03 SD 92 236
33. ge time stated time intervals begin from the vehicle s production date Brake Fluid Service Change brake fluid every two years Engine Coolant Service Change coolant every three years Oxygen Sensor Service The oxygen sensor deteriorates strictly on a mileage basis and must therefore be replaced every 100 000 miles to maximize vehicle fuel economy and minimize exhaust pollution The replacement of the oxygen sensor is required under the terms of the applicable BMW emission sys tem warranties Spark Plug Service Replace at Inspection Il For your convenience you may also wish to have your BMW center perform any necessary operations to fulfill any state inspection require ments in your area concurrent with the mainte nance elements specified above during other repairs Make sure that confirmation of maintenance work is always entered in this Service and Warranty Information Statement You may need this for any warranty claims that become necessary and later on as evidence that your car has been given the correct and regular maintenance that justi fies its resale or trade in value BMW has applied the most modern technologi cal advances not only to the design and produc tion of your vehicle but also to computing of the optimum maintenance interval for your type of operations and driving style Your BMW center has made a substantial investment in unique BMW special service tools to enable his BMW factory tr
34. he BMW center directory provided at the time of delivery will help you locate the near est authorized BMW center The centers listed are equipped to help you with virtually all BMW related matters When contacting an authorized BMW center we suggest that depending upon the nature of your contact you discuss it with either the Sales Ser vice or Parts Manager As all matters are resolved at the BMW center level it is important that they be given the oppor tunity to provide a solution Should you feel that you were not provided with the proper response we urge you to contact the General Manager or BMW Center Operator Despite the best intentions of all parties a misun derstanding may occur between you and your BMW center Should this occur and you require further assistance you may wish to contact the BMW NA Customer Relations Department at 1 800 831 1117 When calling we ask that you provide the following information 1 Yourname address and telephone number 2 Vehicle Identification Number last seven digits 3 Vehicle s delivery date 4 Vehicle mileage 5 Selling BMW center s name 6 Servicing BMW center s name 7 Description of the problem A BMW NA Customer Relations Representative will carefully review all the facts involved and let you know what further action will be taken in con junction with your BMW center Please remem ber the first step in resolving a complaint is to contact the authorized BMW
35. hip or component failure is involved Special Note Maintenance items and schedules stated herein reflectthe combined recommendations forall model 2003 BMW Alpina Roadster V8s and are subject to change The most current maintenance recom mendations are available from your authorized BMW center 1200 Mile Service Read out diagnostic system Change oil and oil filter while engine is at operating temperature We recommend BMW 5W 30 High Performance Synthetic Oil BMW p n 07 51 0 017 866 Replace differential oil Check all warning indicator lights check control Road test with check of brakes suspension steering automatic transmission Engine Oil Service Engine Compartment Change oil and oil filter while engine is at operating temperature We recommend BMW 5W 30 High Performance Synthetic Oil BMW p n 07 51 0 017 866 Reset service interval indicator Replace microfilters Clean brake pad contact points in calipers Grease wheel centering hubs Remove and install front and rear disc brake pads check overall thickness Examine brake disc surfaces Check parking brake actuation Adjust if necessary Check convertible top tension cords for damage and routing Inspection Only those items of inspection work which apply to your vehicle will be performed This list is subject to amendment Undercarriage Change oil and oil filter while engine i
36. ileage Actual Vehicle Mileage Mileage on Service Indicator Mileage on Service Indicator Mileage on Service Indicator X Date Stamp Signature n Date Stamp Signature Date Stamp 5ig nature D 12 BMW Inspection Il Performed at S Actual Vehicle Mileage Mileage on Service Indicator A Date Stamp Sig nature P BMW Inspection Il Performed at A Actual Vehicle Mileage Mileage on Service Indicator Date Stamp Sig nature 2d n BMW Inspection II Performed at A Actual Vehicle Mileage Mileage on Service Indicator Date Stamp Sig nature Emission Control Maintenance Schedule The maintenance schedule as shown is required for the proper functioning of the emission con trol systems for optimum vehicle performance BMW Alpina Roadster V8 and fuel economy Abbreviations Inspect R Replace part s and or fluid listed Oil Service Inspection I Oil Service Inspection Basic Engine Engine oil eene 2 20 D d D 2 Fuel System AIP fillel E R Ignition System pl ds cs cote R Emission Control Components Oxygen lt Replace at intervals of 100 000 miles Oxygen Sensor Service
37. in further information concerning the emission warranties or report violations of warranty terms by contacting the Manager Certification and Compliance Division 6405 J Warranty Claims Environmental Protection Agency Ariel Rios Building 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue N W Washington D C 20460 The following systems are covered by the Fed eral Emission Performance Warranty for a pe riod of two years or 24 000 miles whichever occurs first The specific systems may vary according to model therefore all of the sys tems listed may not be used on your vehicle For assistance in determining which systems and specific components within these sys tems apply to your vehicle please contact your BMW center AIR INDUCTION SYSTEM FUEL METERING SYSTEM IGNITION SYSTEM POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION SYS TEM PCV FUEL EVAPORATIVE CONTROL SYSTEM EXHAUST SYSTEM ENGINE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM SENSORS DEVICES ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM OBD RELATED PARTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE ABOVE SYSTEMS The following components and or system are is covered under the Federal Emission War ranty for a period of 8 years or 80 000 miles whichever occurs first CATALYTIC CONVERTER ENGINE CONTROL MODULE INCLUDING ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM For assistance in determining coverage of the specific components of the on board diagnos tic system please contact your BMW center 36 California Emission Control Warranty Statemen
38. ited Warranty applies to all 2003 U S specification BMW vehicles sold leased and or registered in California Maine Massachusetts or Vermont 29 New Vehicle Limited Warranty 2003 Models Valid only in the U S A and Puerto Rico Warrantor BMW NA warrants 2003 U S specification ve hicles distributed by BMW NA or sold through the BMW NA European Delivery Program against defects in materials or workmanship to the first retail purchaser and each subsequent purchaser Warranty Period The warranty period is 48 months or 50 000 miles whichever occurs first Warranty Begins This warranty begins on the date of first retail sale or the date the vehicle is first placed in service as a demonstrator or company vehicle whichever is earlier Warranty Coverage To obtain service under this warranty the ve hicle must be brought upon discovery of a de fect in material or workmanship to the work shop of any authorized BMW center during nor mal business hours The BMW center will with out charge for parts or labor either repair or re place the defective part s using new or autho rized remanufactured parts The decision to repair or replace said part s is solely the pre rogative of BMW NA Parts for which replace ments are made become the property of BMW NA In all cases a reasonable time must be allowed for warranty repairs to be completed after the vehicle is received by the BMW center Safety Belt Wa
39. materials are not removed corrosion rust will occur on metal components Your BMW center will do this anti corrosion ser vice for you WARNING Do not apply additional undercoating or rust proofing on or near the exhaust manifold ex haust pipes catalytic converter or heat shields During driving the substance used for under coating could overheat and cause a fire Body inspection Vehicle inspected and repaired if necessary to BMW standards required by BMW six year anti corrosion warranty Yes No Partially Remarks explain use repair order if necessary The undersigned herewith confirms that this inspection has been carried out by the BMW center below and this BMW center has given notification of any body repairs necessary Customer s signature Date Performed by BMW center Stamp with Code Show damage location above with codes X Stone damage O Dent A Scratch 7 Collision damage BMW center authorized signature Undercoating damage explain in remarks 15 Body inspection Vehicle inspected and repaired if necessary to BMW standards required by BMW six year anti corrosion warranty Yes No Partially Remarks explain use repair order if necessary The undersigned herewith confirms that this inspection has been carried out by the BMW center below and this BMW center has given notification of any
40. med at Performed at Performed at Performed at Actual Vehicle Mileage Actual Vehicle Mileage Actual Vehicle Mileage Actual Vehicle Mileage Mileage on Service Indicator Mileage on Service Indicator Mileage on Service Indicator Mileage on Service Indicator X Date Stamp Signature 2 V Date S tamp Signature J Date Stamp Signature J Date Stamp Signature D 11 BMW Engine Oil Service BMW Inspection BMW Engine Oil Service Performed at Performed at Performed at Actual Vehicle Mileage Actual Vehicle Mileage Actual Vehicle Mileage Mileage on Service Indicator Mileage on Service Indicator Mileage on Service Indicator X Date Stamp Signature X Date Stamp S ignature X Date Stamp Signature N BMW Engine Oil Service Performed at BMW Inspection Performed at BMW Engine Oil Service Performed at Actual Vehicle Mileage Actual Vehicle Mileage Actual Vehicle Mileage Mileage on Service Indicator Mileage on Service Indicator Mileage on Service Indicator Date Stamp Signature P BMW Engine Oil Service Performed at Date Stamp Signature NM 1 p Sig Date Stamp Signature Cees J BMW Inspection Performed at NS BMW Engine Oil Service Performed at Actual Vehicle Mileage Actual Vehicle M
41. n BMW Authorized Remanufactured or genuine BMW Service Parts However the cost of such service or parts will not be covered under this warranty except in emergency situations In an emer gency situation where an authorized BMW center is not reasonably available or a war ranty replacement part is not available within 30 days repairs may be performed at any available service establishment or by any indi vidual using any replacement part A repair not completed within 30 days consti tutes an emergency BMW NA will reimburse the owner for such emergency repairs includ ing labor parts and diagnosis not to exceed BMW suggested retail price for all warranted parts re placed and labor charges based on the manufacturers recommended time allowance for the warranty repair and the geographically appropriate hourly labor rate that are covered under this warranty Replaced parts and paid invoices must be presented to a BMW center as a condition of reimbursement for emergency repairs not performed by a BMW center The use of replacement parts which are not of equivalent quality may impair the effectiveness of emission control systems If other than genu ine BMW Service Parts or Authorized Remanu factured Parts are used for maintenance repair or replacement of components affecting emis sion control the owner should obtain assurances that such parts are warranted by their manufac turer to be equivalent to genuine BMW parts in performan
42. nable time not to exceed 30 days must be allowed for a warranty repair to be completed after the car is received by the BMW center Itis the owner s responsibility to have all required maintenance services performed at the owner s expense as prescribed in the maintenance schedule for the BMW Emission Control Sys tem Service intervals are computed by the ser vice interval indicator and displayed on the in strument panel However BMW NA will not deny your warranty repair claims solely because you do not have maintenance records or you did not perform the required maintenance unless BMW NA dem onstrates that such lack of required maintenance is a direct cause of the emission control system failure The instructions for required maintenance and use can be found in the Owner s Manual and in the Service section of this Statement The California Emissions Control System Limited Warranty applies to all 2003 U S speci fication BMW vehicles sold leased and or reg istered in California Maine Massachusetts or Vermont It is strongly recommended that any replace ment parts used for maintenance repair or replacement of emission control systems be genuine BMW Service Parts or BMW Autho rized Remanufactured Parts Without invali dating this warranty the owner may elect to have maintenance repair or replacement of the emission control systems performed by any automotive repair establishment or elect to use parts other tha
43. ned if the ve hicle has been declared a total loss or sold for salvage purposes or if the vehicle has been used in any competitive event Federal Emissions System Defect Warranty Valid only in the U S A and Puerto Rico This warranty applies only to U S specification vehicles distributed by BMW of North America BMW NA or sold through the BMW NA Euro pean Delivery Program In accordance with the defect warranty provi sions of section 207 b of the Clean Air Act BMW NA warrants to the first retail purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that the car a was designed built and equipped so as to conform at the time of sale with all regulations of the U S Environmental Protection Agency applicable at the time of manufacture and b is free from defects in materials and workmanship which would cause it to fail to conform with applicable regulations for a period of 2 years or 24 000 miles whichever occurs first except for specific emission control components as listed on page 36 for which the warranty period is 8 years or 80 000 miles whichever occurs first This warranty begins on the date of first retail sale or the date the vehicle is first placed in service as a demonstrator or company vehicle whichever is earlier Warranty claims must be made as soon as rea sonably possible after a defect is discovered To make a claim the car must be brought to any authorized BMW center during normal busi ness hours
44. nty period is 8 years or 80 000 miles whichever occurs first This warranty is made subject to the terms and conditions that apply to the Emission Control System Warranty and the New Vehicle Limited Warranty No claim under this warranty will be denied on the basis of use of a properly installed EPA cer tified emission part for maintenance and repair A vehicle manufacturer may deny an emission performance warranty claim on the basis of an uncertified replacement part used in the main tenance or repair of a vehicle only if the vehicle manufacturer presents evidence that the uncertified replacement part is either defective in materials or workmanship or not equivalent from an emission standpoint to the original equip ment part 35 Maintenance replacement or repair of emission control devices and systems may be performed by any automotive repair es tablishment or individual using any certi fied part Immediately after the car has failed an EPA ap proved emission short test your claim can be made at any authorized BMW center The BMW center will honor or deny your claim within the time period specified by local or state laws not to exceed 30 days to avoid further penalties or sanctions If the claim is denied the BMW cen ter will notify you in writing of the reason s The BMW center is required by law to honor the claim if notice of denial is not received by the owner within the specified time period You may obta
45. oad test with check of brakes suspension steering automatic transmission Inspection Il Includ es all items listed under Inspection 1 and the following checks and maintenance operations Engine Compartment Replace air cleaner element Note Reduce replacement interval in dusty operating conditions Replace spark plugs Undercarriage Check thickness of parking brake linings M Mobility System Service Replace sealant cartridge every 3 years Brake Fluid Service Rep brake fluid every 2 years Time interval begins from the vehicle s production date Cooli ng System Service Replace coolant every 3 years Time interval begins from the vehicle s production date Oxygen Sensor Service Rep ace Oxygen Sensor every 100 000 miles Speedometer Odometer Memory changed Mileage Date Record of M Mobility System sealant Record of Spark Plug Record of Oxygen Record of brake Record of coolant cartridge changes Replacement Sensor replacement fluid changes changes Every 3 years Every Insp Il Every 100 000 Miles Every 2 years Every 3 years Date Date Mileage Date Mileage Date Date Speedometer Odometer Memory changed Mileage Date BMW Engine Oil Service Performed at BMW Inspection Performed at S
46. omer Assistance 1 22 Customer Assistance Notification 23 BMW Import Processing Centers 24 Special Programs 25 Roadside Assistance Owner s 26 5 26 Calling for 515 26 Dispatch Service uite ee Pr egens 27 On Site 515 27 Ide cp 27 Towing 27 510 27 Auto Valet Service 27 Personalized Trip Routing essesi 28 Trip Interruption Benefits 28 Car Rental DISCOUNTS 2 28 EXCIUSIONS cet tret ern e cs 28 Summary of BMW Limited Warranties 29 New Vehicle Limited Warranty 30 31 Limited Warranty Rust Perforation 32 Federal Emission System Defect Warranty 33 34 Federal Emission Performance Warranty 35 36 California Emission Control Warranty Statement 37 California
47. onor or deny your claim within 30 days If the claim is denied the BMW center will notify you in writing of the reason s The BMW center is required by law to honor the claim if notice is not given to the owner within 30 days The BMW center will without charge for parts or labor including diagnosis either adjust repair or replace the defective part and other parts affected by the failure of the warranted part if any If your vehicle failed the California Smog Check test or an EPA approved short test then BMW NA will repair your vehicle so that it will pass this test Items that require scheduled re placement are warranted up to the replacement interval specified in the Service section of this Statement BMW NA may repair a part in lieu of replacing it when performing warranty repairs Parts for which replacements are made become the property of BMW NA After 3 years or 50 000 miles and in accordance with paragraph c above such repairs are limited to the repair or replacement of those parts identified in the Cali fornia Emissions Warranty List If your California registered vehicle is between 7 and 8 years old and has been driven less than 80 000 miles then your vehicle is eligible for additional warranty coverage under the Federal Emissions Warranty 38 A repair performed as the result of a smog check test failure due to a defect in a part which is warranted for 7 years 70 000 miles is covered In all cases a reaso
48. r maintenance performed Exclusions from coverage Items reimbursable under your New Vehicle Limited Warranty Gasoline and gasoline additive Windshield washer additive except when in conjunction with scheduled maintenance Tires wheel alignment tire balance and ro tation Wear and tear of soft trim items such as seats carpets moldings headliner door panels and all chrome trim Damage detected when performing the rust perforation inspection Damage which results from negligence im proper operation of the vehicle wear and tear or deterioration due to driving habits or conditions improper repair environmental in fluences flood accident or fire damage road salt corrosion alteration installation of non BMW accessories or use of improper poor quality or contaminated fuel Altered or unreadable Vehicle Identification Number VIN or odometer irregularities or ve hicles where the true mileage cannot be deter mined Maintenance or repair after the vehicle is deemed a total loss Maintenance or repairs performed by other than an Authorized BMW center within the United States or Puerto Rico Vehicles used in competitive events Oil changes performed outside the recom mended maintenance intervals as indicated by the Service Interval Indicator Maintenance System The BMW Maintenance System has been devised with the following objectives to maximize vehicle safety reliability and re s
49. r rental companies Benefits may vary with each com pany and location and are subject to change without notice Simply display your BMW Service Card show ing the applicable Plan number during reserva tion and at the time of rental to secure your discount Exclusions Specifically excluded from coverage are Fines taxes or impound towing fees caused by a violation of local or state law Expenses related to hazardous weather con ditions removal from snow ice etc Expenses for the removal of snow tires and mounting or removal of snow chains Services provided by Cross Country MotorClub Inc Boston MA 02155 except in Alaska Cali fornia Hawaii Oregon Wisconsin and Wyoming where services are provided by Cross Country Motor Club of Califomia Inc Boston MA 02155 The BMW Roadside Assistance Program is not a warranty and does not affect your rights under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty 28 Summary of BMW Limited Warranties Months New Vehicle Warranty 48 Rust Perforation Warranty 72 Federal Emission Warranty All Emission Related Parts 24 Specific Control Devices 96 California Emission Control Warranty All Emission Related Parts 36 Specific Control Devices 84 4 years 50 000 Miles Esp 6 years Unlimited Miles 8 years 80 000 Miles 3 000 Miles m ae a 000 Miles 10 000 20 000 x du mu 60000 70 000 80000 Mileage The California Emissions Control System Lim
50. reg istered in California Maine Massachusetts or Vermont California Emission Control System Limited Warranty This warranty applies to California certified ve hicles distributed by BMW of North America BMW NA or sold through the BMW NA Euro pean Delivery Program registered and operated primarily in California BMW NA warrants to the original purchaser and each subsequent owner that the vehicle is a designed built and equipped so as to con form with the applicable California Air Re sources Board emission standards b free from defects in materials and workman ship which cause any part that can affect emissions to fail to conform with applicable requirements or to fail a California Smog Check test or EPA approved short test for a period of 3 years or 50 000 miles whichever occurs first c free from defects in materials and workman ship in emission related parts which are con tained in the California Emission Warranty Parts List on page 40 for a period of 7 years or 70 000 miles whichever occurs first This warranty begins on the date of first retail sale or the date the vehicle is first placed in service as a demonstrator or company vehicle whichever is earlier To obtain service under this warranty the ve hicle must be brought upon failure of a Smog Check test or upon discovery of the defect to the workshop of any authorized BMW center during normal business hours The BMW center will h
51. rranty Kansas Safety belts are covered under the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty for defects in material or workmanship for a period of 10 years unlim ited mileage from the date of purchase In order to be eligible for this coverage the vehicle must be a new car retailed in the State of Kansas and the repair performed by an authorized BMW center in Kansas Towing Other Owner Benefits A 24 hour Roadside Assistance Program is avail able to every BMW owner during the new ve hicle warranty period Roadside assistance and other owner benefits are available by calling 1 800 332 4269 For additional details on towing and other owner benefits please refer to the BMW Roadside Assistance section of this Statement page 26 Other Items Wheel alignment balancing and wiper blade inserts are covered up to 2 000 miles 30 Items which are subject to wear and tear or deterioration due to driving habits or condi tions suchas brake pads linings brake discs clutch disc pressure plate filters upholstery trim and chrome items paint finish drive belts glass and similar items are specifi cally limited to defects in material or work manship This warranty does not apply to the following Damage which results from negligence improper operation of the vehicle improper repair lack of or improper maintenance environmental influ ences flood accident or fire damage road salt corrosion or use of improper or contamina
52. rst Coverage begins on the date of first retail sale or the date the vehicle is first placed in service as a demon strator or company vehicle whichever is earlier Any authorized BMW center in the United States or Puerto Rico will perform the scheduled or additional maintenance services on your vehicle at no expense to you The maintenance sched ule intervals are based on normal driving condi tions and operation Should you request more frequent maintenance service the cost of these services will not be covered by either Maintenance Program Coverage Full Maintenance covers all factory recom mended maintenance as determined by the service interval indicator Additional items that need replacement due to normal wear and tear and that are not covered by the original New Vehicle Limited Warranty such as brake pads brake rotors and wiper blades are included provided wear and tear exceeds BMW specifi cations Any adjustments required due to normal operating conditions are also included See pages 5 8 of this statement for additional infor mation Maintenance Intervals Time intervals should be followed using the maintenance interval as indicated by the BMW service indicator lights on the check control panel in the instrument cluster This BMW Service and Warranty Information Statement should be presented to your BMW center when maintenance is required Your BMW center will stamp this book documenting the services o
53. s at operating temperature We recommend BMW 5W 30 High Performance Synthetic Oil BMW p n 07 51 0 017 866 Check transmission for leaks Check rear axle for leaks Half shafts Check for leaks at flexible boots Visually check fuel lines and connections for leaks Check condition position and mounting of exhaust system Examine for leaks Check power steering system for leaks Check power steering fluid level add fluid if necessary Check steering for absence of play condition of suspension track rods front axle joints steering linkage and joint disc Remove and install front and rear disc brake pads check overall thickness Examine brake disc surfaces Clean brake pad contact points in calipers Grease wheel centering hubs Check brake system connections and lines for leaks damage and incorrect positioning Check parking brake actuation Adjust if necessary Check all tire pressures Correct if necessary Check condition of tires outer surface left right tread wear and pattern in case of uneven tread wear readjust wheel alignment if requested invoice separately Inspect entire body according to terms of rust performation limited warranty must be performed at least every two years Engine Compartment Read out diagnostic system Check engine cooling system heater hose connections for leaks Check coolant level and antifreeze protection level Add coolant if required
54. t A Scratch YA Collision damage BMW center authorized signature Undercoating damage explain in remarks 20 BMW Alpina Roadster V8 Body Repair Service BMW created the BMW Alpina Roadster V8 body panels and structure of aluminum a strong durable lightweight material that en hances the car s overall performance However should body and or structural repairs become necessary aluminum requires special handling In the event of an impact requiring repair BMW will be offering BMW Alpina Roadster V8 owners repair service that covers significant structural damage From local authorized BMW centers the BMW Alpina Roadster V8 will be shipped to one of three BMW U S repair facili ties where the work will be expertly completed A certificate attesting to the authenticity of the repairs will also be issued This service will help maintain the high level of quality and structural integrity of the BMW Alpina Roadster V8 and the owner s investment in this truly remarkable vehicle 21 Customer Assistance Information Your satisfaction with our product and the ser vices provided by authorized BMW centers is of great importance to us We take pride in our prod uct as does the BMW center who services it If you should ever have a question regarding your BMW center s service or your BMW s perfor mance we recommend that you contact your authorized BMW center Should you travel to an unfamiliar area t
55. t Your Warranty Rights and Obligations The California Air Resources Board and BMW of North America BMW NA are pleased to ex plain the emission control system warranty on your 2003 vehicle In California new motor ve hicles must be designed built and equipped to meet the State s stringent anti smog standards BMW NA must warrantthe emission control sys tem on your vehicle for the periods of time listed below provided there has been no abuse neg lect or improper maintenance of your vehicle Your emission control system may include parts such as the fuel injection system the ignition system catalytic converter and engine com puter Also included may be hoses belts con nectors and other emission related assemblies Where a warrantable condition exists BMW NA will repair your vehicle at no cost to you includ ing diagnosis parts and labor Manufacturer s Warranty Coverage For3 years or50 000 miles whichever occurs first 1 If your vehicle fails a Smog Check inspec tion all necessary repairs and adjustments will be made by BMW NA to ensure that your vehicle passes the inspection This is your emission control system PERFORMANCE WARRANTY 2 If any emission related part on your vehicle is defective the part will be repaired or replaced by BMW NA This is your short term emission control system DEFECTS WARRANTY For7 years or 70 000 miles whichever occurs first If an emission related part specially note
56. ted fuel Damage to the engine transmission or any re lated component caused by improper shifting of the transmission Maintenance services and parts when replaced during maintenance such as spark plugs lubri cants fluids engine tuneup parts replacement of filters coolant and refrigerant Failure to maintain the vehicle properly in accor dance with the instructions in the Owner s Manual or the Service section of this Statement that results in the failure of any part of the vehicle Modification of the vehicle or installation of any performance accessories or components attached to the vehicle which alters the original engineering and or operating specifications or which result in damage to the other original components electri Cal interference electrical short radio static water leaks and wind noise Tires are warranted by their respective manufac turer as detailed in the applicable tire manufacturer s warranty statements Instructions for proper tire care and maintenance are con tained in the Owner s Manual Should you experi ence difficulty in obtaining warranty service from a tire manufacturer your authorized BMW center will assist you in resolving the difficulty Non BMW Parts While you may elect to use non genuine BMW parts for maintenance or repair services BMW NA is not obligated to pay for repairs that include non genuine BMW parts or for any damage resulting from the use of non genuine parts B

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