Close the windows and glass sunroof*
Press the button continuously until the
ball head reaches the end position and the
LED in the button lights up in green.
Driving with the glass sunroof and windows
open results in increased air resistance and
raises fuel consumption.
Trailer connector
Check the tire inflation pressure
regularly
Check and, if necessary, correct the tire inflation
pressure, refer to page 225, at least twice a
month and before starting on a long trip.
Low tire inflation pressure increases rolling re‐
sistance and thus raises fuel consumption and
tire wear.
Drive away without delay
The trailer connector is located on the trailer
hitch.
Do not wait for the engine to warm up while the
vehicle remains stationary. Start driving right
away, but at moderate engine speeds.
Fold the cover down.
This is the fastest way for the cold engine to
reach its operating temperature.
Saving fuel
Look well ahead when driving
General information
Avoid unnecessary acceleration and braking.
Your vehicle contains advanced technology for
the reduction of fuel consumption and emis‐
sions.
By maintaining a suitable distance to the vehicle
driving ahead of you.
Driving smoothly and looking ahead reduces
fuel consumption.
Fuel consumption depends on a number of dif‐
ferent factors.
The implementation of certain measures, driv‐
ing style and regular maintenance, refer to
page 236, can have an influence on fuel con‐
sumption and on the environmental impact.
Use coasting conditions
When approaching a red traffic light, take your
foot off the accelerator and let the vehicle coast
to a halt.
Remove unnecessary cargo
On a downhill gradient, take your foot off the ac‐
celerator and let the vehicle roll.
Additional weight increases fuel consumption.
The flow of fuel is interrupted while coasting.
Remove attached parts following use
Switch off the engine during longer
stops
Remove auxiliary mirrors, roof or rear luggage
racks which are no longer required following
use.
Switch off the engine during longer stops, e.g.,
at traffic lights, railroad crossings or in traffic
congestion.
Attached parts on the vehicle impair the aero‐
dynamics and increase the fuel consumption.
Fuel savings are achieved after the vehicle is
switched off for only approx. 4 seconds.
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| Categories | BMW 5-Series Manuals, BMW Manuals |
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| Tags | BMW 550i, BMW F07, BMW Gran Turismo |
| Model Year | 2010 |
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