On-demand control of ancillary units saves energy
Intelligent energy management in the new BMW 3-Series is further enhanced by the ancillary units, which consume significantly less energy compared with conventional systems. Examples include the on-demand coolant pump, the electronically controlled oil pump and the electromechanical steering system, which only consumes electric power when steering assistance is actually required. The special air conditioning compressor featured on many of the sports sedan models works on the same principle. As soon as the driver switches the air conditioning off, the belt drive to the compressor is disconnected by a magnetic clutch, to minimise power drain.
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Daytime running lights
With the ignition switched on, the daytime running
lights light up in position 0, or
.
After the ignition is switched off, the parking
lamps light up in position .
Activating/deactivating
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The Inside
The interior styling is all-new, but BMW has taken an evolutionary approach,
as there's still a strong resemblance to the previous generation's cabin.
Befitting this class, it's decked out with ri ...
Child restraint fixing system with a tether strap
Note
LATCH mounting eyes
Only use the mounting eyes for the upper
LATCH retaining strap to secure child restraint
fixing systems; otherwise, the mounting eyes
could be damaged.
Mounting ...
