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BMW Questions and Answers

I've compiled a listing of questions and answers that I have developed over the years. Hopefully by reading through it, it will help you enjoy your BMW even more. By the way, I don't answer my customers questions by referring to websites. I take care of their questions on the spot.

This is by no means a comprehensive Question and Answer section, but it is an on-going and growing one. If you have a question of your own, please feel free to contact me at Mr. Bimmer

What is the process for starting a 3 Series(2006-Present)?
Insert Remote Entry Key into the ignition lock **
Press the clutch pedal or brake pedal
Press the Start/Stop button
** Insertion of Remote Entry Key is not necessary if vehicle is equipped with Comfort Access.

What is the symbol that is on the tire sidewalls to identify them as run-flat tires?
A circle with letters "RSC" inside is on the tire sidewall.

Can you translate the vehicle identification number (VIN) for the BMWs?
You can find your answer here.Vehicle Translation Page

What are the cell phones that are compatible with the Bluetooth system in my BMW?
You can find your answer here. Bluetooth Compatible Phones

I've been told that there is a such thing as "TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Retailers" which meet higher standards of gasoline. Which companies are they?
Chevron/Texaco (which includes: Chevron and Texaco), Conoco/Phillips (which includes: Conoco, Phillips 66 and Union 76), and Shell are among the most well known. You can find the website at: TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Retailers

I'm having a problem pairing my cell phone with my BMW?
To use your BMW-approved Bluetooth® phone in your vehicle, an initial one-time-only pairing procedure is required.

To pair your phone, turn on the Bluetooth search mode in both the vehicle and the mobile phone*.

You will need a Bluetooth Passkey for verification. For the 7 Series, X3 SAV and Z4, X5 and 3 Series the passkey is included in the vehicle’s Owner’s Manual. For the X5 SAV (produced after October 2006), 3 (produced after March 2005), 5 and 6 Series, a random passkey can be chosen: enter it on the phone or vehicle, and the other device will verify it. See your Bluetooth Owner’s Manual for details.

*Please consult your mobile phone instructions to change Bluetooth settings and activate the Bluetooth search or discoverable mode on your phone.

I'm having a problem programming my Garage Door Opener (Universal Tranceiver) with my Garage Doors?
You can find your answer here. Programming your Vehicle's Garage Door Opener (Universal Transceiver) You have different ways to learn how at this site. You can view a programming video on your screen, download a programming video (iPod compatible format) or you can view or print programming instructions. And if you still can't get it to work, here's a telephone number for some folks who can help you: 1-800-355-1515 By following these directions, you should have no problem programming your Vehicle's Garage Door Opener (Universal Transceiver).

How can I connect an iPod or similar MP3 device to my BMW?
You can find your answer here. Connecting your iPod

I'd like to follow the shipping of the BMW that I ordered. Is there a way to do this?
You can find assistance with your question here. BMW Ship Tracking Guide with Production Codes

Robert, my Pre-Owned BMW didn't come with an Owner's Manual. Where can I get one?
If you need an BMW Owner's Manual for almost any of the BMWs for the years 2004-2009.. Please Check out the link below and yes they are FREE, but they are in a PDF format:
BMW Owner's Manuals: Years 2004 - 2009