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Multi-Information Display (MID)
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Central displayThe MID serves as the central display
and operation for the following onboard
systems:
>Digital clock (e. g. time display, date)
>Audio systems (radio, cassette, CD)
>Computer ( e.g. fuel consumption,
cruising range)
>Cellular phone ( e.g. dialing).
You will find explanations and informa-
tion on operating the digital clock and
the computer on the following pages.
Please refer to the separate Owner's
Manual instructions for operating the
audio systems, the cellular phone and
the computer.
The system rejects implausible
numerical entries.
Any interruption in the supply of elec-
trical power from the battery will result
in the loss of all stored data. Once the
power has been restored, you will need
to reset the clock and re-enter any
times for activating the auxiliary heater/
parked-car ventilation. Distance and
vehicle speed data must also be
entered again.<
1 Function button for audio systems
2 Function button for the cellular
phone
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3 Indicator lamp for independent
ventilation
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>remains on if switch-on time is
active
>flashes while operating
4 Function button for the digital clock
and computer
5 Indicator display for the various
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6 Display for the entry and display
buttons. Depending on the operating
mode, the functions and alternatives
which can be selected at the buttons
are displayed here
7 Entry and display buttons for oper-
ating the various computer systems
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1 Reservoir for brake fluid (under the
housing of the microfilter)143
2 Auxiliary terminal for
jump-starting1623 Engine oil dipstick140
4 Engine oil filler neck140
5 Coolant expansion tank1426 Reservoir for intensive-cleaning
system
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139
7 Reservoir for windshield and
headlamp washer system
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Engine compartment essentials
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Do not use spray starter fluids to start
the engine.
When your battery is discharged you
can used two jumper cables to start
your car with power from the battery in
a second vehicle. You can also use the
same method to help start another
vehicle. Always use jumper cables with
fully insulated handles on the terminal
clamps.
Do not touch high-voltage wiring
and cables on a running engine.
Contact with components carrying high
voltage can be harmful or fatal. Care-
fully observe the following instructions
to avoid personal injury and/or damage
to one or both vehicles.<
1. Ensure that the battery in the
support vehicle is also rated at
12 volts. This information is
provided on the top of the battery
casing
2. Do not disconnect your battery from
your vehicle's electrical system.
Switch off all electrical accessories
in both vehicles
3. Make absolutely certain that there
is no contact between the body-
work of the two vehicles Ð short
circuit hazard
4. Start the engine on the support
vehicle and allow it to run
5. Use one jumper cable (+) to
connect the positive terminal of the
battery in the support vehicle with
the auxiliary positive terminal
provided in the engine compart-
ment of your BMW specifically for
jump-starting. The cover on this
auxiliary terminal is identified by a
"+" symbol, refer to the illustration.
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6. Next, connect one end of the other
jumper cable (Ð) to either the
support vehicle's negative battery
terminal or a suitable ground on its
engine or bodywork. Connect the
other end to the negative battery
terminal or a suitable ground on the
vehicle being started. There is a
special nut on the strut dome of
your BMW; refer to the arrow in the
illustration
Always adhere to this sequence
when connecting jumper cables;
failure to observe this procedure can
lead to sparks at the battery terminals
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Jump-starting
