BMW 3: Steptronic transmission
Concept
The Steptronic transmission combines the functions
of an automatic transmission with the possibility
of manual shifting, if needed.
Safety information
Warning
An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and
possibly roll away. There is a risk of accident.
Before exiting, secure the vehicle against rolling,
for instance with the parking brake.
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Drive mode D
Selector lever position for normal vehicle operation.
All gears for forward travel are activated automatically.
R is reverse
Engage selector lever position R only when the
vehicle is sta
General information
In some situations, the vehicle is to roll without
its own power for a short distance, for instance in
a vehicle wash, or be pushed.
Engaging selector lever position N
1. Switch on
Concept
The shift paddles on the steering wheel allow
you to shift gears quickly while keeping both
hands on the steering wheel.
General information
Shifting
The vehicle only shifts at suitable engine
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When the coolant temperature is low, for example after driving off, or in
all-electric driving, the electric
changeover valve is activated by the Body Domain Controller (BDC). The
electrical changeover valve
blocks the supply from the coolant circuit of the combustion engine. The coolant
is now p
General information
As an alternative to the touch screen, rear entertainment
can also be operated with BMW Touch
Command.
For further information, see BMW Touch Command
in the Owner's Manual for the vehicle.
Operation via BMW Touch
Command
BMW Touch Command can be connected to the
left or right sc