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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Automatic headlamp control
Switch position :
the low beams are switched
on and off automatically, e.g., in tunnels, in twilight
or if there is precipitation. The LED next to
the symbol lights up.
A blue sky with the s ...
Instrument lighting
Instrument lighting
Adjust the brightness using the thumbwheel ...
Engaging the transmission position
▷ Transmission position P can only be disengaged
if the engine is running and the brake
pedal is pressed.
▷ With the vehicle stationary, press on the
brake pedal before shifting out ...