10-19-2016, 02:07 PM | #1 |
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New 228i Owner Tips and Tricks
Hey all,
Over the weekend I ended up getting a 2016, Mineral Grey 228i automatic with the sport package (Afters years of wanting a BMW, I finally pulled the trigger!). I've been going through the forums trying to find a wholesome introduction guide or tips and tricks for newbies like me, but have yet to find something like this. (I could be totally wrong and there is a thread already, if so link and we can close this one.) So, me being a completely new driver to this 228i and to BMW, does anyone have any tips,tricks, or must knows that can help better me behind the wheel of this beaut or make my experience that much better than it already is? (Even the little things, like plugging my phone via USB over plugging it in via Bluetooth has X,Y, and Z advantages are greatly welcomed and appreciated) |
10-19-2016, 03:19 PM | #2 |
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If you move the side mirror selector switch to the left it will point the passenger mirror down when the car is in reverse. Allows you to see the curb when you're parallel parking.
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10-19-2016, 03:28 PM | #3 |
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Continuing the mirror theme - if you fold them in after washing it dumps all the water out.
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10-19-2016, 03:34 PM | #4 |
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Ugh, don't know why I didn't think of that earlier! I always forget this car has folding mirrors. Nothing worse than spending two hours hand washing the car and drying it properly, to go down the road and have what seems like a 1/2L of water spraying down the fender/doors on each side
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10-19-2016, 05:57 PM | #8 |
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I didn't know that, both of my mirrors on my X3 go down in reverse and I thought the same would happen with my 228. thanks.
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10-19-2016, 06:01 PM | #9 |
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I use the other end of my detailing vacuum, works great.
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Here is the old "Tips & Tricks" thread for reference......
http://www.2addicts.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1207548 I also do the mirror fold when drying the car, but haven't tried the leaf blower yet. I usually wash the car in the garage and it is too dusty dirty in there. |
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Thanks for this link! Apparently I don't know how to search correctly |
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10-20-2016, 11:38 AM | #15 |
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Correct.
Gentlemen (and ladies: I know there are a few), please realize what model he has: a 2016 228i M Sport. That's all the info he's given us. We need to be mindful of new owners who are not familiar with the ins and outs of the option list since we don't know what he has option-wise on his car. (Though: even on a non-power folding mirror car, folding the mirrors in manually before a wash is a great tip) Dman45 OP: Can you share what packages and options your car has? Major ones are Lighting Package, Premium Package, Technology Package, and Cold Weather Package. That way we can give you better tips! Congrats from a fellow MG 228i M Sport owner! (And my contribution: be aware that the Aux jack in your center console may not work well. BMWs has used a part with a high rate of defective manufacture here; the part's been known to be bad for several years. If you use it and the plug doesn't seat well (you get sound out of one channel, etc.), have your dealer replace it under warranty.)
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Also, I'll definitely be weary of the aux plug. For now, a combo of usb and bluetooth are perfect for me, no reason to use the aux. Side note: Yesterday game was fun to watch |
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My mirrors still fold electronically and have the tilt when in reverse.
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10-20-2016, 05:36 PM | #22 |
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I don't think my mirrors fold in electronically though, atleast idk how to make them lol.
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