Starting the engine
Never use spray fluids to start the engine.
1. Start the engine of the assisting vehicle and let it run for several minutes at an increased idle speed.
2. Start the engine of the vehicle being started in the usual way.
If the first starting attempt is not successful, wait a few minutes before making another attempt in order to allow the discharged battery to recharge.
3. Let both engines run for several minutes.
4. Disconnect the jumper cables in the reverse order.
Check the battery and recharge if necessary.
See also:
Modern Line
In contrast to Luxury Line models, the high-class trim elements included in
Modern Line versions of the new BMW 3-Series Sedan are all in satinated
aluminium, underlining the contemporary characte ...
On the front passenger seat
After installing a child restraint fixing system in
the front passenger seat, make sure that the
front, knee and side airbags on the front passenger
side are deactivated.
Deactivate the front p ...
Connecting electrical appliances
In your BMW, when the engine is running or the ignition is switched on, you can
use electrical devices such as a hand lamp, car vacuum cleaner, etc. if at least
one of the following sockets is ava ...