Engine oil temperature
- Cold engine: the pointer is at the low temperature end. Drive at moderate engine and vehicle speeds.
- Normal operating temperature: the pointer is in the middle or in the left half of the temperature display.
- Hot engine: the pointer is at the high temperature end. A Check Control message is displayed in addition.
See also:
1990: the third generation - premiere of the BMW 3-Series Coupé and BMW
3-Series Compact, new six-cylinder petrol and turbodiesel engines
1990 saw the introduction of the third-generation 3-Series, the four-door
Sedan taking to the stage on a wave of elegance and new technology. On top of
this, the dimensions of the body and the spa ...
Comfort position
In the comfort position, the roof is not fully open.
This reduces wind noise in the passenger compartment.
Each time the glass sunroof is opened or closed
all the way, it stops in the comfort posi ...
Switch off the engine during longer stops
Switch off the engine during longer stops, e.g.,
at traffic lights, railroad crossings or in traffic
congestion.
Fuel savings are achieved after the vehicle is
switched off for only approx. 4 s ...