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Connecting electrical appliances
In your BMW, when the engine is running or the ignition is switched on, you can use electrical devices such as a hand lamp, car vacuum cleaner, etc. if at least one of the following sockets is ava ...

Under the Hood
BMW's inline-six-cylinder engine makes 230 horsepower and 200 pounds-feet of torque in the 128i. It works through a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic. The automaker says a stick-shift 128i ...

Vehicle battery
Maintenance The battery is maintenance-free, i.e., the electrolyte will last for the life of the battery. Your service center will be glad to advise you on questions regarding the battery. Batt ...