Detailed instructions for use are in the User's Guide.
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Congratulations, and thank you for choosing a BMW. [. . . ] The maximum cooling capacity is achieved when you set rotary dial (3) to cold. Refer to page 102.
Tips for pleasant driving
Use the automatic system (switch on AUTO button 7). Select an interior temperature that is comfortable for you we recommend 72 7 (+22 6). When the outside temperature is above 41 7 (+5 6), you can also use the air conditioner (12). This will dry the air as well as preventing condensation on the window surfaces if there are passengers with damp clothing, for example. Set the air outlets (2) so that the air flows past you and is not directed straight at you. Set the rotary dial between the air outlets (2) for the upper body to a medium position, since air that is somewhat cooler promotes driving without fatigue. Detailed setting options are described for you in the following section.
Temperature
The figures in the display provide a general indication of interior temperature. We recommend 72 7 (+22 6) as a comfortable setting, whether the air conditioner is operating or not. When you start the vehicle, the system ensures that the selected temperature is reached as quickly as possible. It then maintains this temperature, regardless of the season. Set rotary dial 3 (refer to "Draft-free ventilation" on page 102) to a medium setting, since air that is somewhat cooler promotes driving without fatigue. You can use this setting for mixing air to make minor comfort modifications. The full, uncontrolled heater output is available at 90 7 (+32 6). At a setting of 60 7 (+16 6), the full cooling output is available when the air conditioner is activated. <
Individual air distribution
You can cancel the AUTO program by selecting specific distribution patterns to suit your own individual requirements. You can direct air to flow onto the windows , toward the upper body , and into the footwell .
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Automatic climate control*
Air supply
By pressing the left or right half of the button, you can vary the air supply. By doing this, you switch off the automatic control of the air supply. Nevertheless, the automatic air distribution remains unchanged. When you set the lowest blower speed by pressing the left half of the button, all of the displays are canceled: the blower, heating and air conditioner are switched off, and the air supply is stopped. You can reactivate the system by pressing any button of the automatic climate control.
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To defrost the windshield and side windows
This program quickly removes ice and condensation from the windshield and side windows.
Condensation forms in the air conditioner system during operation, which then exits under the vehicle. Traces of condensed water of this kind are thus normal. <
If the windows fog over in the recirculated air mode, switch this mode off and increase the air supply as required. <
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194nWeights BMW 320i BMW 325i BMW 325xi BMW 330i 3, 318 (1, 505) 3, 373 (1, 530) 4, 376 (1, 985) 4, 431 (2, 010) 2, 469 (1, 120) 165 (75) 15. 5 (440) BMW 330xi 3, 527 (1, 600) 3, 583 (1, 625)
Curb weight (with one person, ready for operation, full tank of fuel, options not included) with manual transmission lbs. (kg) 3, 175 3, 241 3, 494 (1, 440) (1, 470) (1, 585) with automatic transmission lbs. (kg) 3, 252 3, 318 3, 560 (1, 475) (1, 505) (1, 615) Approved gross vehicle weight with manual transmission with automatic transmission Approved front axle weight Approved rear axle weight Approved roof load capacity Luggage compartment capacity lbs. (kg) cu ft (l) 4, 233 (1, 920) 4, 310 (1, 955) 2, 403 (1, 090) 165 (75) 15. 5 (440) 4, 299 (1, 950) 4, 376 (1, 985) 2, 436 (1, 105) 165 (75) 15. 5 (440) 4, 553 (2, 065) 4, 619 (2, 095) 2, 469 (1, 120) 165 (75) 15. 5 (440)
4, 586 (2, 080) 4, 641 (2, 105)
1, 962 (890) 1, 962 (890) 2, 183 (990) 1, 984 (900) 2, 205 (1, 000) 2, 491 (1, 130) 165 (75) 15. 5 (440)
Never exceed either the approved axle weights or the gross vehicle weight.
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