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BMW 328i E36 (1998 year). Instruction - part 7

Onboard computer*

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If you wish to display all data:

d Keep the direction indicator

b

For average fuel consumption 1

depressed until "Prog 1" appears in

and 2 please note the following: If, for

the display.

example, both consumptions are to be

d Press the SET/RES key.

displayed, the CONSUM key must be

pressed twice. If, for example, con-

sumption 2 is to be displayed (not con-

sumption 1), press the km/mls key after

pressing the CONSUM key (pressing

the km/mls key repeatedly switches

between consumption 1 and 2 as often

as desired).

Remote control

Proceed in a similar manner for switch-

on times 1 and 2 for the independent

You can use the turn signal lever to

ventilation*.c

select various display sequences for

computer data following entry.

Data request:

To enter:

Briefly tap the turn signal lever each

time.

d Keep the turn signal lever depressed

until "Prog 1" appears in the display.

d Press the keys in the sequence in

which you want the information to be

displayed.

Each time you store data, the pro-

gram number in the display changes.

d Press the SET/RES key.

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ASC+T

To deactivate the system

When ASC+T is switched off, you drive

with a conventional drive system. We

Press the button; the indicator lamp

recommend that you deactivate the

comes on.

system for increased traction

To reactivate the system

d when rocking the vehicle or starting

ASC

Press the button again; the indicator

off in deep snow or on loose surfaces

lamp goes out.

(refer to "Starting off", page 105)

Indicator lamp flashes

d or when driving with snow chains.

The system is actively regulating drive

torque in response to monitored vehicle

b

But even with ASC+T the laws of

operating conditions.

physics can not be suspended. Any

consequences arising from traction loss

Automatic Stability Control plus

Indicator lamp fails to go out after

due to excessive vehicle speed remain

Traction (ASC+T)

the engine is started, or comes on

the responsibility of the driver. We

This system is designed to enhance

in the course of normal vehicle

therefore urge you to avoid using the

operating stability, especially while

operation

additional safety margin of the system

accelerating and during cornering.

The system has a defect. The vehicle

as an excuse for taking risks.c

ASC+T automatically assumes opera-

normally remains operational even with-

For more details, please refer to section

tion each time you start the engine.

out ASC+T. Consult your authorized

"Advanced Technology" on page 156.

BMW Retailer for repair.

The indicator lamp in the instrument

cluster goes out shortly after you switch

on the ignition.

Parking lamps/low beams

Instrument lighting

85

LIGHTS ON warning

When you turn the ignition key to 0, a

0

buzzer sounds for a few seconds after

the driver's door has been opened, if

the lamps have not been turned off.

On vehicles with alpha-numeric Check

Control*:

This warning comes through the Check

Control, refer to page 71.

Daytime-running lamps switch*

If desired, the lighting switch can be left

Parking lamps

in the second position: when the igni-

Adjust the illumination intensity by turn-

tion is switched off, the external lighting

ing the rotary dial.

is also switched off.

On vehicles with daytime running fea-

D

ture, the lamps come on whenever the

Low beams

ignition key is turned to position 2 with

When you switch off the ignition

the headlamp switch remaining at 0.

without turning off the head-

E

lamps, only the parking lamps

stay on.

When you return the ignition key to

position 0, a buzzer sounds for a few

seconds to remind you that the lamps

have been left on.

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Foglamps

Interior lamps

2

1

0

2

0

0

1

BMW Convertible

0

Continuously off.

BMW Convertible: With the switch set

A green indicator lamp lights

to position 1, a safety circuit ensures

1

Lamps on:

that any lamps in the vehicle which may

up in the instrument cluster to

d With door open (switching via door

t

indicate that the front foglamps

still be on are switched off automatically

contact).

are on.

approx. 15 minutes after leaving the

d For a few seconds after closing the

vehicle.

door; lamps go out immediately

2 Continuously on.

when the ignition is switched on.

d After the ignition has been switched

Footwell lamps*

off for a few seconds, if the vehicle

The footwell lamps operate in the same

lighting was switched on.

way as the interior lamp.

d If your car is equipped with the

driver's door lock heating option,

Reading lamps*

when the driver's door handle is

The reading lamps are located in the

lifted for a few seconds with the vehi-

front near the interior lamp and in the

cle closed (possible a maximum of

rear*. They can be switched on and off

three times).

with the switch adjacent to each lamp.

d Following an accident.

Interior lamps

Seat heating*

Independent ventilation*

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BMW Convertible

This ventilates the vehicle's interior and

lowers its temperature using the heater

The switches for the map reading lamps

or the air conditioner fan.

next to the interior lamp are operated in

the same manner as the interior lamp

The system is operated by the onboard

switch.

computer, refer to page 77.

You can set the time for the system to

start; it will remain active for 30 min-

utes. You can also turn it on and off

directly.

As the system uses a substantial

amount of electric current, you should

refrain from activating it twice in suc-

The seat cushion and backrest can be

cession without allowing the battery to

heated at ignition key position 2.

be recharged in normal operation

Press the switches with the heating

between use.

symbols:

The independent ventilation is available

Rapid heat-up as long as the

for use when the outside temperature is

switch lights up brightly. Auto-

above 60 5F (166), but not when driv-

matic changeover to regular

ing.

heating.

The air comes out through the vents for

the upper body area. The vents must

Heating as long as the switch

therefore be open for the system to

lights up brightly. The heater

operate.

switches off automatically.

To switch over while heating: press the

dimly lit switch.

To switch off prematurely: press the

brightly lit switch.

88 Automatic climate control

1

2

M

AUTO

A

AUTO

4

3

90

Automatic climate control

Air conditioning for comfort

Automatic air distribution

Use the automatic system; switch on

When you activate the AUTO

AUTO

AUTO key1. Select the interior temper-

mode, the program takes

ature that is comfortable for you, e.g.,

over the setting of the air distribution

70 5F (226). With exterior temperatures

and the air supply and, in addition,

above 41 5F (56) you can also use air-

adjusts your temperature pre-selections

conditioning 6. This dries the air and

to exterior conditions (summer, winter).

prevents window mist when e.g., per-

This program maintains a comfortable

sons with damp clothing are in the vehi-

in-car climate regardless of the season.

cle. Adjust vent 2 in such a way that the

Select the interior temperature that is

air blows past you and does not strike

comfortable for you, e.g., 70 5F (226).

you directly. Turn the rotary control on

The temperature pre-selections as well

Controls

the left under the vents 2 for the upper

as the lettering AUTO for the air supply

body area to a middle setting, so that

appear in indicator 3.

1

Automatic air distribution

you will be driving in cooler air that

Open the vent outlets for the upper

2

Individual air distribution

does not tire you out.

body area. Switch on the air conditioner

3

Temperature and air flow display

The following description gives you

in warm weather.

4

Air grill for interior temperature

additional individual settings.

The maximum cooling capacity is

sensor - please keep clear and

achieved when you set the rotary dial 3

unobstructed

(refer to page 92) to cold.

5

To defrost windshield and door

Individual air distribution

windows

You can cancel the automatic

6

Air conditioner

program by selecting distri-

7

Recirculated-air mode

bution patterns to suit your

individual requirements. You

8

Rear window defroster

can direct air toward the windshield and

9

Temperature control - right-hand

windows 7, toward the upper body 5

side

and/or into the footwell 6.

10

Air supply

11

Temperature control - left-hand side

Automatic climate control

91

To defrost windshield and door

Circulated air mode/Automatic

Rear window defroster

windows

recirculated air control (AUC)*

The indicator lamp comes

This program is designed for

You can respond to unpleas-

on to confirm that the rear

A

rapid removal of ice and con-

ant odors in the outside air

defroster is operating.

densation from the windshield and side

by temporarily excluding the outside air.

The defroster switches off automatically

windows.

The system then recirculates the air

after approx. 15 minutes.

currently within the vehicle.

BMW Convertible: Heated rear-window

Air conditioner

blower.

Press the button repeatedly to run

The air conditioner cools and

through the following control sequence:

The rear-window blower is always

dehumidifies incoming air

switched off with the convertible top

d Indicator lamps off: outside air flow

before reheating it to the selected tem-

down.

operational.

perature.

When the hardtop* is in place, press

Depending on the weather, the wind-

d Left-hand indicator lamp on - AUC

the rear-window heating button.

shield may fog over briefly when the

mode: the system detects pollutants

engine is started.

in the outside air and responds by

Temperature

Switching off the air conditioner at out-

deactivating the outside air flow as

On both the driver's and the

side temperatures below approx. 41 5F

required. The system then recircu-

passenger's side you can

(56) will prevent the windows from

lates the air currently within the vehi-

adjust the specific temperature. The fig-

fogging up.

cle.

ures in the display provide a general

Frequently switching the air condi-

d Right-hand indicator lamp on: the

indication of interior temperature. We

tioner on and off may also promote the

flow of outside air into the vehicle is

recommend 70 5F (226) as a standard

formation of condensation on the win-

permanently blocked. The system

setting for comfortable travel, both with

dow surfaces.

then recirculates the air currently

and without the air conditioner. When

within the vehicle.

you start the vehicle, the system

b

Condensation forms in the air

ensures that the selected temperature

conditioner system during operation,

is achieved as quickly as possible and

aIf the windshields fog over in circu-

which then exits under the vehicle. It is

lated air mode, switch off the circulated

maintained at a constant level by the

not unusual for a small puddle to form

control.

air mode/Automatic recirculated air

there.c

control and increase the air supply. if

necessary.c

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Automatic climate control

Air supply

Microfilter

3

2

1

The microfilter removes dust and pollen

In the AUTO mode, the air

from the incoming air. The filter is

supply is controlled automat-

changed by your BMW Retailer when

ically and AUTO appears in display 3,

you bring your vehicle for maintenance.

refer to the summary on page 90. Using

A substantial reduction in air flow indi-

"+" and "-" you can vary the air flow.

cates that the filter needs to be

Your setting is indicated by bars, the

replaced prematurely.

automatic control is switched off. You

can reactivate it by pressing the AUTO

key.

When you press "-" during operation at

minimum blower speed all displays are

Draft-free ventilation

canceled: the fan, heating and air con-

You can adjust the vent outlets for the

ditioner are switched off, the air supply

upper body area to select the optimum

is blocked. By pressing on any key of

airflow rates and directions for your

the air conditioning you can again

own personal requirements:

engage the system.

Use rotary controls 1 to open and close

Effective heating and cooling is ensured

the vents throughout and infinitely-vari-

at a medium blower speed.

able range. Use the levers 2 to adjust

the direction of the air flow.

The rotary control 3 allows you to mix

the air from the outlets for your upper

body by warming or cooling it as

desired:

Turn toward blue

- colder

Turn toward red

- warmer

BMW Hi-Fi System*

Glove compartment

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Rechargeable flashlight

The connection for the rechargeable

flashlight is located on the left side of

the glove compartment.

1

The flashlight features overcharging

HIFI

protection, so it can be left in its holder

continuously.

2

However, it must be removed when the

battery is disconnected or removed.

aEnsure that the flashlight is off be-

BMW Hi-Fi System (Harman/

To open

fore inserting it in its holder.c

Kardon)

Press the button and fold down the

1 On

door.

2 Off

The glove compartment lamp switches

on from ignition key position 1.

In the "On" position, the listener is given

the impression of a considerably larger

To close

passenger compartment with an

Fold up door.

improved stereo effect in all seats.

This function should be switched off in

To engage locks

the case of poor radio reception due to

Only possible with a master key.

the frequent changes between stereo

and mono which result.

aTo reduce the risk of injury, always

BMW Convertible:

close the glove compartment immedi-

You do not have to operate the con-

ately after use.c

trols. The system detects whether the

top is open or closed and regulates the

sound automatically.

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Ashtray

Coin box, cup holder

Cigarette lighter

1

2

3

1

2

3

4

5

6

AUTO

A

AUTO

11

10

9

8

7

To open

The components ashtray (1), coin box

Press in. Remove as soon as the lighter

(2) and the two cup holders (3) can be

jumps back out.

Press against the recess (arrow).

arranged as you wish.

To extinguish a cigarette, tap off the ash

Simultaneously press lightly on the

aAlways hold the hot lighter by its

and gently press the tip into the funnel.

ribbed surfaces (arrows) of the desired

plastic knob, as otherwise serious

To empty

components and pull them upward.

burns could result.

Press on the edge of the lid with the

The cigarette lighter remains opera-

Replace the components in the bracket

tional when the ignition key has been

ashtray open: the ashtray insert pops

in the desired arrangement and clip into

up and can be removed.

removed. For this reason, children

place.

should never be left in the car unat-

The rear ashtray is operated in the

tended.c

same manner.

Cigarette lighter socket

Suitable for attaching power supplies

for flashlights, car vacuum cleaners,

etc., up to a rating of approximately

200 watts at 12 volts.

Inserting plugs of a different shape or

size may damage the socket.

Center armrest (rear)*

Through-loading system*

Ski bag*

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Pull the strap to fold down the armrest.

It makes possible a safe, convenient

transport of 3 to a maximum of 4 pairs

To open drawer*:

of skis (BMW Convertible, maximum of

Unlock and pull out the drawer by pull-

2 pairs of skis).

ing on the drawer handle. The drawer

The length of the ski bag in combination

locks in any position. The cup holder

with the additional space in the luggage

can be shifted as necessary.

compartment makes it possible to trans-

BMW Convertible

port skis of up to 6.8 ft. (2.10 m) in

Vehicles without ski bag*: Storage

length. Because the ski bag contracts

compartment, accessible by removing

as additional skis are inserted, the bag

the filler piece and releasing the trim

BMW Sedan/ Coupe

is suitable for transporting only two

(refer to page 97).

pairs of skis when both are a maximum

The rear backrest is divided in the cen-

of 6.8 ft. (2.10 m) long.

ter. Each side can be folded down sep-

If the ski bag is not used for longer peri-

arately to carry long objects.

ods, it should be stored in a dry place.

To release:

It is advisable to wipe off any water

Reach into the handle recess, press

which has collected on the waterproof

down and pull forward.

ski bag from time to time.

When folding back the rear backrest,

make sure that the locking device is

aThe ski bag must not hinder the

properly engaged to ensure proper

driver during driving.c

operation of the safety belt. The red

slide must move downward.

If the rear backrest is not locked, the

safety belt can not be pulled out.

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Ski bag*

BMW Sedan - loading the ski bag

Press the round button to unlock the

Use the magnetic retainers to attach the

cover panel in the luggage compart-

cover panel to the lower side of the rear

Fold down the center armrest. Detach

ment.

shelf within the luggage compartment.

from the mounts (1) with one hand,

press slightly toward the rear with the

Then unhook the retaining strap at the

Please ensure that the skis are clean

other hand (2) and remove upward.

top and fold it down.

before loading them into the bag. Take

care to avoid damage from sharp

Detach the Velcro strip at the top of

Extend the ski sack between the front

edges.

the cut-out trim and lay it on the seat.

seats. The zipper provides convenient

access to the inside of the sack, and

For general information on the ski bag,

can also be left open to promote drying.

refer to page 95.

bWhen reinstalling the center arm-

rest, guide it into position from above,

then apply downward pressure until you

hear it snap into position (3).c

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