BMW 3: Wiper system
Switching the wipers on/off and brief wipe
Switching on
Press the lever up until the desired position is reached.
- Resting position of the wipers: position 0.
- Rain sensor: position 1.
- Normal wiper speed: position 2.
- Fast wiper speed: position 3.
Brief wipe and switching off
Press the lever down.
- Switching off: press the lever down until it reaches its standard position.
- Brief wipe: press the lever down from the standard position.
Rain sensor
Activating/deactivating
To activate: press the lever up once from its standard position, arrow 1.
To deactivate: press the lever back into the standard position.
Adjusting the sensitivity
Turn the thumbwheel on the wiper lever.
Cleaning the windshield
Pull the wiper lever towards you.
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Climate control
Automatic climate control
Temperature.
Recirculated-air mode.
Maximum cooling.
AUTO program.
Air distribution, manual.
Switching off.
Defrost and defog the
windshield.
Rear window defroster.
Refueling
Refueling
Fuel cap
1. To open the fuel filler flap, press on the rear
edge, arrow. The fuel filler flap opens.
2. Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise.
3. Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached to
Providing assistance
Hazard warning flashers
The button is located in the center console.
Breakdown assistance
BMW Roadside Assistance
Via iDrive:
1. "APPS".
2. "Installed apps".
3. "BMW Assist".
4. If necessary, "BMW
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Operating strategy
The following graphic shows the positions of the rotary valve as the coolant
temperature increases:
Switching diagram heat management module
0% - Rotary valve closed
100% - Rotary valve open
Cold start
Warm-up phase
Operating temperature
Transition from normal operation to maximum cooling req
Snow chains
Safety information
Warning
With the mounting of snow chains on unsuitable
tires, the snow chains can come into contact
with vehicle parts. There may be a risk of
accident or risk of damage to property. Only
mount snow chains on tires that are designated
by their manufacturer as suitable for the use
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