06-06-2013, 11:05 AM | #1 |
New Member
0
Rep 11
Posts |
Prospective X1 Buyer Questions
Hello X1 owners! I’m considering a X1 xDrive28i. I have some questions that I forgot to ask about when I looked at one at the dealership. Thank you.
1. The automatic engine-kill feature comes as standard equipment on the x28i model. I’m wondering if this feature should be a deal killer for me and to look for something else. It must really shorten a battery’s and a starter’s life. Yes, I know its purpose is to improve gas mileage. But it seems like it’ll be a nuisance in stop and go traffic if the engine cuts off every time one comes to a stop. Is there a switch on the dash that allows the driver to turn the engine-kill feature on/off? 2. My current car has a turbocharger so I’m well aware of turbo issues. Is the X1’s turbo liquid cooled? Turbo manufacturer’s name? Does it have an engine oil radiator? 3. Timing belt or timing chain on the 4 cylinder engine? 4. Does it have power rotating outside mirrors? I think the word is “folding” although they don’t really fold; rather they rotate. Semantics aside, it allows the entire outside mirror assembly to rotate from being perpendicular to the door to being parallel to the door. Most cars have manual rotating outside mirrors; power rotating using a dash switch would be better. My garage is narrow so power rotating mirrors would be real helpful. 5. Does BMW sell Service Manuals for the X1? |
06-06-2013, 11:43 AM | #2 |
Major General
4463
Rep 9,160
Posts |
1. Auto Start Stop has a button under the starter to disable it on the 28i (it's not available on the 35i). ASS can also be coded by the dealer to default to off and the button will engage it.
2. Oil cooled, with an auxiliary liquid to air cooler: http://realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?...92&hg=17&fg=05 I've never looked into who makes the turbo itself, here's the part diagram: http://realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?...85&hg=11&fg=50 3. The drivetrain is chain driven, the a/c and power steering (on xDrive cars) are belt driven: http://realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?...73&hg=11&fg=25 4. Yes, the mirrors do fold. It may require the Premium or Ultimate package though, best to check with your dealer. 5. No idea. |
Appreciate
0
|
06-06-2013, 12:06 PM | #3 |
Enlisted Member
0
Rep 41
Posts |
A few 2014 drivers (self included) have reported that ASS (automatic stop start) defaults to how you last left it. Turn it off, and it will be off next time you start your car. I'm assuming and hoping BMW thought the feature through before selling several cars with it.
|
Appreciate
0
|
06-06-2013, 04:19 PM | #4 |
Captain
17
Rep 675
Posts |
I thought BMW moved to an electric A/C compressor and hydraulic steering pump. Otherwise, how does the A/c still run when engine is stopped (ASS)?
|
Appreciate
0
|
06-06-2013, 04:27 PM | #6 | |
Major General
4463
Rep 9,160
Posts |
Quote:
|
|
Appreciate
0
|
Post Reply |
Bookmarks |
|
|