01-05-2012, 03:46 PM | #1 |
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Do we need a RTFMFAQ Sticky?
These cars are not simple but I get the sense that people are not bothering to read the manual. Would it be better if the "typical" questions were in a FAQ sticky thread where those who don't want to read the manual could spare themselves a minute or two out of their busy lives to at least read the FAQ response.
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01-05-2012, 04:03 PM | #3 | |
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Or how about even doing a simple search for a topic that's been covered several times. |
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It's a good idea but the problem is that many people won't bother searching or reading the sticky as it's much quicker for them to start a new thread. But for those that will take the time, it's worthwhile
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And then they clutter the forum with repeat posts and threads because of their ineptitude... |
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01-06-2012, 11:30 AM | #9 |
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Agree - I was attempting to be diplomatic. I can't understand how you buy something this expensive and NOT read the manual cover to cover and back again. Seems just plain lazy.
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01-06-2012, 12:15 PM | #10 |
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If the only manual available was a printed one I could excuse someone for being lazy. But the PDF version is searchable and quicker to access than any forum.
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01-07-2012, 05:33 AM | #11 |
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I could not agree more. I never cease to be amazed at some of the questions asked on this forum and also the inanity of some of the replies. I hate to sound defeatist but I doubt people too lazy to read the manual (let alone make simple decisions on their own volition) would be motivated to read through a FAQ which someone has worked hard to put together.
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01-07-2012, 05:36 AM | #12 |
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Funny how folks find it easier to find this blog, sign up, and ask the obvious question than to pick up the manual. I'll admit I've asked a stupid question or two, but I tried to figure it out first!
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Guilty as charged - oh well I was doing well w/ all of that, tripped up on active fog lights RTFM on me apparently i need a refresher read on a cold winter day - too bad it warmed up. oh well at least that's more obscure and a topic I don't recall being covered....
I do want to endorse the how-to video's BMW posted online - I went through every one of those and learned so much.
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Kept pushing the pedals this morning and no damn coffee coming out. I had to use the regular grind and brew. Does anyone know where in the manual I can find this subject?
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I thought electronics is used for making it automatic but manual says there is an electronic manual too.
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