Time, date, external temperature
From radio readiness the external temperature and the time are displayed.
Set the time
Retrieving date

Retrieving date
Press the button on turn signal lever upward; the date appears.
Set the date
Pressing the button upward or downward several times changes the display between clock, external temperature, date, and Check Control messages
External temperature warning
If the display drops to +37 ℉/+3 ℃, a signal sounds and a warning lamp lights up. There is the increased danger of ice.
Ice on roads
Even at temperatures above +37 ℉/+3 ℃,
there can be a risk of ice on roads.
Therefore, drive carefully on bridges and shady roads, for example, to avoid the increased danger of an accident.◀
See also:
1998: the fourth generation - common rail direct injection, VALVETRONIC and
BMW xDrive
The fourth-generation BMW 3-Series was launched in May 1998 and brought with
it another hike in output, comfort and safety. The new model was four
centimetres (approx. 1.5 in.) longer and wider th ...
Starting destination guidance after
entering the destination
1. "Accept destination"
2. "Start guidance" or "Add as another
destination"
Add, a destination as a
further destination. ...
Roadside Assistance
At a glance
BMW Roadside Assistance can be contacted if
assistance is needed in the event of a breakdown.
Roadside Assistance can also be contacted via
a Check Control message.
Start Roadside A ...
