Releasing
With the ignition switched on:
Automatic transmission: Press
the switch
while the brake is pressed or transmission
position P is engaged.
The LED and indicator lamp go out.
The parking brake is released.
Automatic Release in cars with automatic transmission
For automatic release, operate the accelerator pedal.
The LED and indicator lamp go out.
Subject to the following requirements, the parking brake is automatically released by operation of the accelerator pedal:
► Engine on.
► Drive position engaged.
► Driver buckled in and doors closed.
Inadvertent operation of the accelerator
pedal
Make sure that the accelerator pedal is not operated
unintentionally; otherwise, the vehicle is
set in motion and there is a risk of an accident.◄
See also:
Auto Start-Stop, Brake Energy Regeneration, ECO PRO mode
The new BMW 3-Series Sedan is equipped as standard with an Auto Start-Stop
function, which automatically switches off the engine during short stops at
traffic lights or in stationary traffic, so a ...
Brake force display
The concept
▷ During normal brake application, the outer
brake lamps light up.
▷ During heavy brake application, the inner
brake lamps light up in addition. ...
Switching on automatically
With the engine running or the ignition switched
on, shift the selector lever into position R. ...
