Improved pedestrian protection

The front of the new BMW 3-Series features various pedestrian protection systems. An impact absorber is located between the bumper supports and bumper trim, reducing leg injuries, while the bonnet is built to include deformation elements, which absorb impact energy. These optimised measures help to reduce the risk of injury and mitigate the consequences of an accident.

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    Manual transmission
    Shifting Shifting into 5th or 6th gear When shifting into 5th or 6th gear, push the gearshift lever to the right; otherwise inadvertent shifting into the 3rd or 4th gear could lead to engine ...

    Entering letters and numbers
    1.  Turn the controller: select the letters or numbers. 2.  Select additional letters or numbers if needed. 3.  "OK": confirm entry. Switching between letters andnumbersD ...

    Starting the engine
    Starting the engine The engine starts automatically under the following conditions: ► Automatic transmission: By releasing the brake pedal. When Automatic Hold is activated: press the ...