On-demand control of ancillary units saves energy
Intelligent energy management in the new BMW 3-Series is further enhanced by the ancillary units, which consume significantly less energy compared with conventional systems. Examples include the on-demand coolant pump, the electronically controlled oil pump and the electromechanical steering system, which only consumes electric power when steering assistance is actually required. The special air conditioning compressor featured on many of the sports sedan models works on the same principle. As soon as the driver switches the air conditioning off, the belt drive to the compressor is disconnected by a magnetic clutch, to minimise power drain.
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Split screen
General information
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right side of the split screen, e.g., information
from the onboard computer.
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Securing cargo
▷ Smaller and lighter items: secure with retaining
straps, the floor net or draw straps.
▷ Larger and heavy objects: secure with cargo
straps.
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