06-21-2011, 11:05 AM | #1 |
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xDrive35i - Warm up time / temp ?
Hi All, just done first 300 miles in my brand new xDrive35i
This being my first BMW I have noticed it takes a long time for engine to warm up - 12 to 14 miles on average - is this right for the 35i engine? Also would like to know at what temp is the car is considered 'warm' ? Thanks! |
06-21-2011, 11:30 AM | #2 |
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The temperature gauge displays oil temp. not coolant, so the time to a stable operating temp. display takes much longer. The coolant actually warms up pretty quickly on the 35i. (It can be monitored digitally through the OBD-II port).
The general consensus is to avoid full throttle acceleration or revs over 4000 until the oil is up to at least 160 Deg. F (71 C.) |
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