BMW 01 41 0 157 980 Automobile User Manual


 
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Computer
Mode selection
As of ignition key position 1, you can use
the BC button in the turn signal lever to call
up computer information in the instrument
cluster.
A new function appears each time you
briefly press the BC button.
Displays in instrument cluster
The display sequence:
> Cruising range
> Average speed
> Average fuel consumption.
Cruising range
Displays the estimated cruising range
available with the remaining fuel. The sys-
tem calculates the cruising range based on
operating conditions over the last 20 miles/
30 km and the amount of fuel remaining in
the tank.
Always refuel as soon as possible
once your cruising range falls to
below 30 miles/50 km, as otherwise engine
functions are not ensured and damage can
occur.<
Average fuel consumption
The average fuel consumption is calculated
for the time during which the engine is run-
ning.
You can use the Control Display to view
your fuel consumption rate over two differ-
ent distances, refer to Computer or Trip
computer.
To reset the average fuel consumption:
press the BC button in the turn signal lever
for approx. 2 seconds.
Average speed
Periods with the vehicle parked and the
engine off are not included in the calcula-
tions of average speed.
To reset the average speed: press the
BC button in the turn signal lever for
approx. 2 seconds.
Displays on Control Display
You can also call up the computer via the
Control Center, for principle details, refer to
page 16:
1. Press button.
The start menu is opened
2. Move the controller to the right to open
"Navigation".
On vehicles without navigation system:
open "Car Data"
3. Select "Car Data" and press the con-
troller.
You can choose between two display
options:
> Computer
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