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For example, BMW requires entering a VIN, while some MINI/other sections describe alternative account or access procedures when a VIN isn’t readily available.","https://schema.org",{"og:url":32,"og:type":73,"og:title":10,"og:site_name":45,"og:description":12},"article",{"robots":75,"canonical":32},"index,follow",{"doc_id":77,"site_id":7},645687,1792742699,{"code":4,"msg":80,"data":81},"success",{"doc_id":77,"user_id":82,"nickname":42,"user_avatar":83,"doc_module":4,"category_id":84,"category_name":29,"doc_title":10,"doc_description":12,"doc_content":85,"file_id":86,"file_url":87,"file_type":88,"file_size":89,"view_count":22,"is_deleted":4,"is_public":22,"is_downloadable":22,"audit_status":22,"page_count":90,"language":91,"language_code":8,"site_id":7,"html_lang":8,"table_of_contents":92,"faqs":93,"seo_title":94,"seo_description":12,"update_tm":95,"read_time":96},1374408744247,"https://ap-avatar.wpscdn.com/avatar/14001251d37d565ec6f?x-image-process=image/resize,m_fixed,w_180,h_180&k=1790672120290115972",6,"| This resource gives directions for finding online owner’s manuals posted by the vehicle manufacturer. Scroll down to the brand or click the brand name below to jump to its listing in the table.\u003Cbr>Note: This information was compiled using a computer, if you are using a phone or tablet the layout may be different. |  |  |  |  |  |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| Acura\u003Cbr>Alfa Romeo Audi Bentley BMW Buick Cadillac Chevrolet\u003Cbr>Chrysler Dodge Ferrari | Fiat Ford Genesis GMC Honda\u003Cbr>Hyundai INFINITI Jaguar Jeep Kia\u003Cbr>Land Rover |  | Lexus Lincoln Maserati\u003Cbr>Maybach\u003Cbr>Mazda Mercedes-Benz MINI Mitsubishi Nissan Polestar\u003Cbr>Porsche |  | Ram\u003Cbr>Rolls Royce Sprinter Subaru Toyota Volkswagen\u003Cbr>Volvo Wagoneer |\n| Brands no longer sold in the United States or Canada |  |  |  |  |  |\n| Daewoo Eagle Geo | Hummer Isuzu Mercury | Oldsmobile Plymouth Pontiac |  | Saab Saturn Scion | smart Suzuki |\n| \u003Cbr>A note on hardcopy owner’s manuals (OMs): While it is helpful to have online access to owner’s manuals, it is best to have a hardcopy to keep in the vehicle. Unfortunately, it is not usually cost effective to reprint the online document at home. Most local dealerships can sell you a replacement manual through the parts department, and some offer online ordering. A cost-saving option is to check online for hardcopy availability from the general public (i.e.: Ebay, Craigslist) or third-party vendors (like Helm, [Inc. at www.helminc.com](Inc. at www.helminc.com)) that specialize in fulfillment and distribution. However, always check with the vehicle manufacturer to make sure you are using the most up-to-date version of the owner’s manual, as updates are sometimes made after going to press.\u003Cbr>Manufacturer Brand How to Access a Free Online Owner's Manual (OM) Note: All web sites are subject to revision by the manufacture at any time. BMW of\u003Cbr>North America BMW [United States:](United States: www.bmwusa.com)[ www.bmwusa.com](United States: www.bmwusa.com) In the menu at the top of the page, select “Owners” and then “Owner’s Manual” under “Get to Know Your BMW.” A VIN must be entered to access the digital OM.\u003Cbr>Note: When the VIN isn’t readily available, people enter a VIN found online in the sales info for a vehicle of the same make/model/year. Canada: [https://hellobmw.ca/](https://hellobmw.ca/) For MY18 and newer, create an account on Hello BMW; you must add a vehicle’s VIN to create an account.\u003Cbr>Note: When the VIN isn’t readily available, people sometimes set up a temporary faux profile and enter a VIN found online in the sales info for a vehicle of the same make/model/year. However, if this workaround is used, be sure to delete the VIN after gaining access to the manual so the next owner of the vehicle will be able to register it on the manufacturer’s online site. MINI [United States:](United States: www.miniusa.com)[ www.miniusa.com](United States: www.miniusa.com) Select “Menu” at the top of the page and then select “Owner’s Manuals” under “My MINI.” The list offers OMs for MY02 and newer. [Canada:](Canada: www.mini.com)[ www.mini.com](Canada: www.mini.com) No free online OMs are available. Rolls Royce [United States:](United States: www.rolls-roycemotorcars.com)[ www.rolls-roycemotorcars.com](United States: www.rolls-roycemotorcars.com) No free online OMs are available. |  |  |  |  |  |\n\n\n| Manufacturer | Brand | How to Access a Free Online Owner's Manual (OM) |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| Note: All web sites are subject to revision by the manufacture at any time. |  |  |\n| Ferrari | Ferrari | [United States and Canada:](United States and Canada: www.ferrari.com)[ www.ferrari.com](United States and Canada: www.ferrari.com) |\n|  |  | A quick reference guide and OM are available with an account. 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