The concept
The parking brake is primarily intended to prevent the vehicle from rolling while parked; it brakes the rear wheels.

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Fuel quality
Refuel with unleaded fuel only
Do not use leaded fuel as this would permanently
damage the catalytic converter.
Do not refuel with ethanol
Do not refuel with E85, i.e., fuel with an
ethanol c ...
Improved pedestrian protection
The front of the new BMW 3-Series features various pedestrian protection
systems. An impact absorber is located between the bumper supports and bumper
trim, reducing leg injuries, while the bonnet ...
Exterior mirrors
General information
The mirror on the passenger side is more curved
than the driver's mirror.
Estimating distances correctly
Objects reflected in the mirror are closer
than they appear. Do no ...
