🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: BMW Model: 328i Year: 2001 Codes Chassis Code: E46 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Engine: 3.0L Inline 6-Cylinder (M52TU B30) Transmission: 5-Speed Manual, 5-Speed Automatic Systems: Engine, Drivetrain, Suspension, Brakes, Steering, Electrical, HVAC, Body, Chassis Page Count Estimated Pages: Hundreds (Downloadable PDF) Manual Type Type: Factory Service Repair Manual Language Language: English Format Format: Downloadable PDF ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Type: Inline 6-Cylinder Engine Displacement: 2979 cc (3.0 Liters) Engine Code: M52TU B30 Bore X Stroke: 84.0 mm x 89.6 mm Compression Ratio: 10.2:1 Performance Horsepower: 228 hp @ 5900 rpm Torque: 214 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm Fuel System Fuel Induction: Sequential Multi-Point Fuel Injection Fuel Type: Unleaded Premium Gasoline (91 octane or higher recommended) Engine Management ECU: Bosch Motronic ME 7.2 Valvetrain: Double Overhead Camshafts (DOHC), 4 Valves per Cylinder with VANOS (Variable Valve Timing) 🔧 Transmission Standard Type: 5-Speed Manual Optional Type: 5-Speed Automatic (Steptronic) Features Drivetrain: Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) 📐 Dimensions Exterior Wheelbase: 107.4 inches (2728 mm) Overall Length: 177.4 inches (4506 mm) Overall Width: 68.5 inches (1739 mm) Overall Height: 54.7 inches (1390 mm) Weights Curb Weight: Approx. 3373 lbs (1530 kg) for Manual Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: Approx. 4299 lbs (1950 kg) 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings NHTSA Front Impact Driver: 5 Stars NHTSA Front Impact Passenger: 5 Stars IIHS Side Impact: Good Features Airbags: Driver and Passenger Frontal Airbags, Optional Side-Impact Airbags ABS: Standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) Traction Control: Standard Traction Control (ASC+T - Automatic Stability Control + Traction) Stability Control: Optional Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) Seatbelts: 3-point inertia-reel seatbelts with pretensioners and force limiters 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Variable (Condition Based Service - typically 7,500-15,000 miles or annually) Spark Plug Replacement: Approx. 100,000 miles (refer to manual for specific type) Fluid Specifications Engine Oil Type: SAE 5W-30 Synthetic (BMW Longlife-01) Coolant Type: BMW Blue Antifreeze/Coolant (G48) Brake Fluid Type: DOT 4 Transmission Fluid Manual: BMW MTF LT-2 (or equivalent) Transmission Fluid Automatic: BMW ATF LT-71141 (or equivalent) Differential Fluid: SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Hypoid Gear Oil 📄 Performance Acceleration 0 60 Estimated: Approx. 6.5 - 7.0 seconds (depending on transmission)