Under the hood

necessary technical knowledge. Do not work on the car unless you possess the necessary technical knowledge.

If you are unfamiliar with the statutory guidelines, have any work on the vehicle performed only by a BMW center or by a workshop that work according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel. If this work is not carried out properly, there is a danger of subsequent damage and related safety hazards.

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Breaking-in period
General information Moving parts need to be broken in to adjust to each other. The following instructions will help achieve a long vehicle life and good economy. Engine and differential Always ...

Preventing an automatic engine stop with automatic transmission
The concept To make it possible to drive away very quickly, such as at an intersection, the automatic engine stop can be actively prevented. Preventing an engine stop using the brake pedal Th ...

Protective action
Airbags are not triggered in every impact situation, e.g., in less severe accidents or rear-end collisions. Information on how to ensure the optimal protective effect of the airbags ▷ K ...