Starting the engine – BMW 330XI User Manual

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Do not actuate the starter for too
short a time, but do not actuate it

for more than approx. 20 seconds.
Release the ignition key immediately
when the engine starts.
Do not allow the engine to warm up by
leaving it running while the vehicle
remains stationary. Instead, drive off
immediately at a moderate engine
speed.

If the engine does not start on the first
attempt – if it is very hot or cold, for
instance:
> Press the accelerator pedal halfway

down while engaging the starter.

Cold starts at extremely low tempera-
tures below approx. +5

7/–156 and at

altitudes over 3,300 ft/1,000 m:
> On the first start attempt, it may be

necessary to engage the starter for a
longer period, but no longer than
20 seconds

> Press the accelerator pedal halfway

down while engaging the starter.

Engine idle speed is controlled by the
engine computer system. Increased
speeds at startup are normal and
should decrease as the engine warms
up. If engine speed does not decrease,
service is required.

To prevent the battery from discharg-
ing, always deactivate electrical
devices that are not in use. Switch the
ignition off when the vehicle is not
being driven.

Extended starting attempts, char-
acterized by excessively frequent

or long periods with the starter
engaged, can damage the catalytic
converter.

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