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Around the center console: controls and displays
1.  Coupe: microphone for voice activation systemand for telephonein hands-free mode Convertible: microphone on steering column 2.  SOS: initiating an Emergency Request call 3.  ...

Volume of spoken instructions
Turn the volume button while giving an instruction until the desired volume is set. The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use. ...

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 o ...