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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Advanced BMW EfficientDynamics technology puts the new BMW 1-Series in a
class of its own
Back in 2007, the BMW 1-Series set a new global benchmark, with a unique
range of technologies to reduce fuel consumption and emissions being included as
standard. Today, the new BMW 1-Series exte ...
Important features in the engine compartment
1 Vehicle identification number*
2 Jump starting, negative terminal
3 Washer fluid reservoir
4 Jump starting, positive terminal
5 Oil filler neck. 760i/Li: filler neck is located
under a flap. ...
Opening
▷ Press the switch to the
resistance
point.
The window opens while the switch is held.
▷ Press the switch beyond the
resistance
point.
The window opens automatically.
Pressin ...
