M3 3.2 with gasoline straight-6 3.2 L 338 HP engine (2001.4–2007.12)
The diagnostic socket is located on the driver's side in the footwell below the dashboard.
expand_moreMinimum engine oil temperature at VET
M3 3.2 with gasoline straight-6 3.2 L 338 HP engine (2001.4–2007.12)
176°F176°F80°C
expand_morePetrol exhaust gas values
expand_moreCO content at idling speed
M3 3.2 with gasoline straight-6 3.2 L 338 HP engine (2001.4–2007.12)
0.5 %0.5 %0.5 %
expand_moreCO content at increased idling speed
M3 3.2 with gasoline straight-6 3.2 L 338 HP engine (2001.4–2007.12)
0.2 %0.2 %0.2 %
expand_moreIncreased idling speed
M3 3.2 with gasoline straight-6 3.2 L 338 HP engine (2001.4–2007.12)
2300–2800 rpm2300–2800 rpm2300–2800 rpm
expand_moreLambda sensor design
M3 3.2 with gasoline straight-6 3.2 L 338 HP engine (2001.4–2007.12)
Jump type lambda sensor
expand_moreLambda value
M3 3.2 with gasoline straight-6 3.2 L 338 HP engine (2001.4–2007.12)
0.97–1.03 λ0.97–1.03 λ0.97–1.03 λ
expand_moreMaximum HC content at idling
M3 3.2 with gasoline straight-6 3.2 L 338 HP engine (2001.4–2007.12)
200 ppm200 ppm200 ppm
expand_morePetrol conditioning speed
expand_moreM3 3.2 with gasoline straight-6 3.2 L 338 HP engine (2001.4–2007.12)
With automatic gearbox
3000 rpm3000 rpm3000 rpm
With manual transmission
4000 rpm4000 rpm4000 rpm
expand_morePetrol conditioning time
M3 3.2 with gasoline straight-6 3.2 L 338 HP engine (2001.4–2007.12)
180 s180 s180 s
expand_moreTest speed for lambda sensor signal
M3 3.2 with gasoline straight-6 3.2 L 338 HP engine (2001.4–2007.12)
770–970 rpm770–970 rpm770–970 rpm
expand_moreVoltage swing at test speed
M3 3.2 with gasoline straight-6 3.2 L 338 HP engine (2001.4–2007.12)
0.3 V0.3 V0.3 V
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To reduce environment impact and pass government inspections keep emission parameters at the level prescribed by BMW.
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2005 BMW 3 Series M3 Convertible user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.
Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and BMW warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.
DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow BMW 3 Series M3 Convertible service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.
Doing basic service for your 2005 BMW 3 Series M3 Convertible you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
BMW 3 Series M3 Convertible Fourth generation LCI model years