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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Requests
Do not use the voice activation system to initiate an Emergency Request. In stressful
situations, the voice and vocal pitch can change. This can unnecessarily delay the
establishment of a telephon ...
Programs
The system offers two different programs.
The programs can be selected via Dynamic Driving
Control.
SPORT
Consistently sporty control of the shock absorbers
for greater driving agility.
SPORT+ ...
Approved mobile phones
Details on which mobile phones and external
devices with a Bluetooth interface are supported
by the mobile phone preparation package
can be obtained at www.bmwusa.com/bluetooth.
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