How to Turn Off a BMW?
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BMW is an automatic transmission vehicle. The correct steps to turn it off are as follows: 1. First, press the brake pedal and wait for the car to come to a complete stop, then shift into N (Neutral) gear. 2. Then, engage the electronic handbrake and press the ignition button to turn off the engine. 3. Shift into P (Park) gear, wait for the dashboard lights to return to the zero position, and then remove the car key. Below are the steps to start a BMW automatic transmission vehicle: (1) The gear must be in P (Park) or N (Neutral) position (if it is in any other position, the automatic transmission vehicle cannot be started). (2) Turn the key to the ON position and wait for about 10 seconds (this is the circuit self-check process; observe whether all indicator lights on the dashboard display normally). (3) If the self-check is normal, you can start the engine. (4) Wait for the RPM to drop below 1000 before idling, and once the water temperature rises, you can drive normally. (5) When starting the vehicle, first press the foot brake, then shift the gear to D (Drive) position, and slowly release the foot brake and handbrake.
I've done the BMW shutdown procedure many times, and it's quite straightforward. First, bring the car to a complete stop—don't rush to turn it off, especially with an automatic transmission. Firmly press the brake pedal, then shift into the P (Park) position to ensure the car won't roll. Next, press the start/stop button, usually located near the steering wheel, and the engine will shut off. Before turning off the car, I always double-check: Are all windows closed? Are the headlights off? This prevents unnecessary battery drain. After shutdown, it's best to lock the car and leave—the anti-theft system will activate automatically. Proper shutdown protects the engine and extends its lifespan. Developing good habits makes driving more worry-free.