2014 BMW 3 SERIES SEDAN windshield wipers

Low beams  89Automatic headlamp con‐
trol   90
Daytime running lights   90
Adaptive Light Control   90
High-beam Assistant   91Instrument lighting  927Steering column stalk, leftTurn signal  65High beams, head‐
lamp flasher   65High-beam Assistant   91Roadside parking lamps   90Computer  838Steering wheel buttons, leftStore speed   125,  119Resume speed   127,  119Cruise control on/off, interrupt‐
ing   126Active Cruise Control on/off, in‐
terrupting   119Reduce distance   122Increase distance   122Cruise control rocker switch   127,  1219Instrument cluster   7310Steering wheel buttons, rightEntertainment sourceVolumeVoice activation  24Telephone, see user's manual for
Navigation, Entertainment and
CommunicationThumbwheel for selection lists   8311Steering column stalk, rightWindshield wipers  66Rain sensor  67Clean the windshields and head‐
lamps   6812Start/stop the engine and switch
the ignition on/off   62Auto Start/Stop function   6313Horn14Steering wheel heating  5615Adjust steering wheel  5616Unlock hood  197Seite 13CockpitAt a glance13
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Using turn signals
Press the lever beyond the resistance point.
To switch off manually, press the lever to the
resistance point.
Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator lamp
indicates that a turn signal bulb has failed.
Triple turn signal activation Press the lever to the resistance point.
The turn signal flashes three times.
The function can be activated or deactivated:
1."Settings"2."Lighting"3."Triple turn signal"
The setting is stored for the remote control
currently in use.
Signaling briefly
Press the lever to the resistance point and hold
it there for as long as you want the turn signal
to flash.
High beams, headlamp flasher▷High beams, arrow 1.▷Headlamp flasher, arrow 2.
Washer/wiper system
Switching the wipers on/off and brief
wipe
Do not switch on the wipers if frozen
Do not switch on the wipers if they are
frozen onto the windshield; otherwise, the wiper blades and the windshield wiper motor
may be damaged.◀
No wiper operation on dry windshield
Do not use the windshield wipers if the
windshield is dry, as this may damage the
wiper blades or cause them to become worn
more quickly.◀
No wiper operation with wipers folded
away
Do not switch on the wipers if they are folded
away, otherwise the hood or the wipers may be
damaged.◀
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Setting the frequency or sensitivity of
the rain sensor
Turn the thumbwheel.
Clean the windshield, headlamps
Pull the wiper lever.
The system sprays washer fluid on the wind‐
shield and activates the wipers briefly.
In addition, the headlamps are cleaned at regu‐
lar intervals when the vehicle lights are
switched on.
Do not use the washer system at freezing
temperatures
Do not use the washers if there is any danger
that the fluid will freeze on the windshield; oth‐
erwise, your vision could be obscured. For this
reason, use antifreeze.
Avoid using the washer when the reservoir is
empty; otherwise, you could damage the
pump.◀
Windshield washer nozzles
The windshield washer nozzles are automati‐
cally heated while the ignition is switched on.
Fold-out position of the wipers
Required when changing the wiper blades or
under frosty conditions, for example.1.Switch the ignition on and off again.2.Under frosty conditions, ensure that the
wiper blades are not frozen onto the wind‐
shield.3.Press the wiper lever up beyond the point
of resistance and hold it for approx. 3 sec‐
onds, until the wiper remains in a nearly
vertical position.
After the wipers are folded back down, the
wiper system must be reactivated.
Fold the wipers back down
Before switching the ignition on, fold the
wipers back down to the windshield; other‐
wise, the wipers may become damaged when
they are switched on.◀
1.Switch on the ignition.2.Press the wiper levers down. The wipers
move to their resting position and are
ready for operation.
Washer fluid
General information Antifreeze for washer fluid
Antifreeze is flammable and can cause
injury if it is used incorrectly.
Therefore, keep it away from sources of igni‐
tion.
Only keep it in the closed original container
and inaccessible to children.
Follow the notes and instructions on the con‐
tainer.
United States: The washer fluid mixture ratio is
regulated by the U.S. EPA and many individual
states; do not exceed the allowable washer
fluid dilution ratios limits that apply. Follow the
usage instructions on the washer fluid con‐
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Replacing componentsVehicle equipmentAll standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐
ment is also described that is not available in a
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
equipment or country variant. This also applies
for safety-related functions and systems.
Onboard vehicle tool kit
The onboard vehicle tool kit is located on the
right side in the cargo area in a storage com‐
partment. Open the cover.
Wiper blade replacement Note Do not fold down the wipers without
wiper blades
Do not fold down the wipers if wiper blades
have not been installed; this may damage the
windshield.◀
Replacing the wiper blades
1.To change the wiper blades, fold up, refer
to page 68, the wiper arms.2.Fold up and hold the wiper arm firmly.3.Squeeze the retainer spring, arrow 1, and
fold up the wiper blade, arrow 2.4.Remove the wiper blade forward from the
catch.5.Insert the new wiper blade in reverse order
of removal until it locks in place.6.Fold down the wipers.
Folding down wipers before opening the hood
Before opening the hood, ensure that the
wiper arms with the wiper blades are against
the windshield to prevent damage.◀
Lamp and bulb replacement
Hints
Lamps and bulbs Lamps and bulbs make an essential contribu‐
tion to vehicle safety.
The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends
that you entrust corresponding procedures to
the service center if you are unfamiliar with
them or they are not described here.
You can obtain a selection of replacement
bulbs at the service center.
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If the first starting attempt is not success‐
ful, wait a few minutes before making an‐
other attempt in order to allow the dis‐
charged battery to recharge.3.Let both engines run for several minutes.4.Disconnect the jumper cables in the re‐
verse order.
Check the battery and recharge if necessary.
Tow-starting and towing Note Tow-starting and towing
When tow-starting and towing the vehi‐
cle, switch off the Intelligent Safety systems;
otherwise, improper behavior of the braking
function of individual systems could result in
an accident.◀
Switching off Intelligent Safety systems, refer
to page 102.
Manual transmission Gearshift lever in neutral position.
Towing Follow the towing instructions
Follow all towing instructions; otherwise,
vehicle damage or accidents may occur.◀
▷Make sure that the ignition is switched on;
otherwise, the low beams, tail lamps, turn
signals, and windshield wipers may be un‐
available.▷Do not tow the vehicle with the rear axle
tilted, as the front wheels could turn.▷When the engine is stopped, there is no
power assist. Consequently, more force
needs to be applied when braking and
steering.▷Larger steering wheel movements are re‐
quired.▷The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than the vehicle being towed; otherwise,
it will not be possible to control the vehicle
response.
Tow truck
Your vehicle should be transported with a tow
truck with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed.
Do not lift the vehicle
Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or
body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage
may result.◀
Automatic transmission: transporting
your vehicle
Note Your vehicle is not permitted to be towed.
Therefore, contact a service center in the
event of a breakdown.
Do not have the vehicle towed
Have your vehicle transported on a load‐
ing platform only; otherwise, damage may oc‐
cur.◀
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Engine oil types, alterna‐tive 200
Engine oil types, ap‐ proved 200
Engine start during malfunc‐ tion 33
Engine start, jump-start‐ ing 216
Engine start, refer to Starting the engine 62
Engine stop 62
Engine temperature 78
Entering a car wash 221
Equipment, interior 148
ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐ gram, refer to DSC 114
Exchanging wheels/tires 193
Exhaust system 163
Exterior mirror, automatic dimming feature 55
Exterior mirrors 54
External start 216
External temperature dis‐ play 79
External temperature warn‐ ing 79
Eyes for securing cargo 166
F
Failure message, refer to Check Control 76
False alarm, refer to Uninten‐ tional alarm 43
Fan, refer to Air flow 142, 146
Fault displays, refer to Check Control 76
Filler neck for engine oil 199
Fine wood, care 223
First aid kit 216
Fitting for towing, refer to Tow fitting 219
Flat tire, changing wheels 212
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 100 Flat tire, Tire Pressure Moni‐
tor TPM 97
Flat tire, warning lamp 98, 101
Flooding 163
Floor carpet, care 224
Floor mats, care 224
Fogged up windows 142
Fold down the rear seat back‐ rest, see Though-loading
system 154
Fold-out position, windshield wipers 68
Foot brake 163
Front airbags 94
Front fog lamps 92
Front fog lamps, bulb replace‐ ment 209
Front lamps 205
Front passenger airbags, au‐ tomatic deactivation 96
Front passenger airbags, indi‐ cator lamp 96
FTM Flat Tire Monitor 100
Fuel 180
Fuel cap 178
Fuel consumption, current 80
Fuel consumption, refer to Average fuel consump‐
tion 84
Fuel filler flap 178
Fuel gauge 78
Fuel quality 180
Fuel recommendation 180
Fuel, tank capacity 231
Fuse 213
G
Garage door opener, refer to Universal garage door
opener 148
Gasoline 180
Gear change, automatic transmission 70
Gear shift indicator 81 General driving notes 162
Glass sunroof, powered 45
Glove compartment 156
Gross vehicle weight, ap‐ proved 228
H
Handbrake, refer to parking brake 65
Hand-held transmitter, alter‐ nating code 149
Hazard warning flashers 215
Head airbags 94
Headlamp control, auto‐ matic 90
Headlamp courtesy delay fea‐ ture 89
Headlamp flasher 66
Headlamp glass 205
Headlamps 205
Headlamps, care 222
Headlamp washer system 66
Headliner 15
Head restraints 47
Head restraints, front 51
Head restraints, rear 52
Head-up Display 87
Head-up Display, care 224
Heavy cargo, stowing 166
Height, vehicle 228
High-beam Assistant 91
High beams 66
High beams/low beams, refer to High-beam Assistant 91
Hills 164
Hill start assistant, refer to Drive-off assistant 118
Hints 6
Holder for beverages 158
Homepage 6
Hood 197
Horn 12
Hotel function, trunk lid 38
Hot exhaust system 163
HUD Head-up Display 87 Seite 235Everything from A to ZReference235
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Triple turn signal activa‐tion 66
Trip odometer 79
Truck for tow-starting/ towing 218
Trunk lid closing 38
Trunk lid, emergency unlock‐ ing 38
Trunk lid, hotel function 38
Trunk lid opening 38
Trunk lid via remote con‐ trol 36
Turning circle 228
Turning circle lines, rearview camera 132
Turn signals, operation 65
U Unintentional alarm 43
Units of measure 87
Universal remote control 148
Unlock button, automatic transmission 70
Unlocking/locking via door lock 37
Unlocking/locking with re‐ mote control 35
Unlocking, settings 41
Updates made after the edito‐ rial deadline 6
Upholstery care 223
USB interface 153
V Variable sport steering 116
Vehicle battery 212
Vehicle battery, replac‐ ing 212
Vehicle, breaking in 162
Vehicle care 222
Vehicle equipment 6
Vehicle identification number, refer to Identification num‐ber in the engine compart‐
ment 196
Vehicle jack 212
Vehicle paint 222
Vehicle storage 224
Vehicle wash 221
Ventilation 146
Ventilation, refer to Parked- car ventilation 147
Voice activation system 24
W Warning indicators 76
Warning lamps 76
Warning messages, refer to Check Control 76
Warning triangle 216
Washer fluid 68
Washer nozzles, wind‐ shield 68
Washer system 66
Washing, vehicle 221
Water on roads 163
Weights 228
Welcome lamps 89
Wheel base, vehicle 228
Wheel cleaner 223
Wheels, changing 193
Wheels, everything on wheels and tires 185
Wheels, Flat Tire Monitor FTM 100
Wheels, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM 97
Width, vehicle 228
Window defroster, rear 142, 146
Windows, powered 43
Windshield washer fluid 68
Windshield washer noz‐ zles 68
Windshield washer sys‐ tem 66
Windshield wiper 66 Windshield wipers, fold-out
position 68
Winter diesel 181
Winter storage, care 224
Winter tires, suitable tires 194
Winter tires, tread 193
Wiper blades, replacing 204
Wiper fluid 68
Wiper system 66
Wood, care 223
Word match concept, naviga‐ tion 23
Wrench, see Onboard vehicle tool kit 204
X
xDrive 115
Xenon headlamps, bulb re‐ placement 208 Seite 240ReferenceEverything from A to Z240
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