10 Hidden & Useful BMW Features/Functions No One Talks About That can Make Your Life Easier

Wouldn't you like to know all the features/functions you have on your BMW? Well some manage to slip under the radar either because you didn't read every single page of the owner's manual (Like who does?) or because they aren't as common as other features. Today I'll be showing you 10 hidden & and useful features not many people talk about, that can make your life easier. I demonstrate these features using my personal e93 BMW 335i but they should work on most BMWs.
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[@VehicleVirals]

Just released a Vehicle Virals shirt featuring the BMW from this video. I have less than 100 available! vehiclevirals.com/products/bmw-3-series-in-motion

[@maryan170292]

12:02 - tells you the engine temp - which should be 88 and stay there...

[@libertariansoup3121]

What did you do exactly to speed up the shifting? I have a 15 335i GT Xdrive. Can I do it on my year? Thanks!

[@hudsonjace9358]

instablaster.

[@Rushquik555]

I have a Vinafast Suv does that not count?

[@JohnStax98]

Anyone else watching even though you don’t own a BMW yet?

[@GadGetHackss]

I am but I own a Hyundai Elantra 😌

[@user-sn5kj1gy1t]

Yep, although I do drive my parents bmw suv from time to time to work. I'm 19 and I'm saving up for a salvage bmw

[@JohnStax98]

­ ­ Which one do you want to get?

[@user-sn5kj1gy1t]

@@JohnStax98 bmw m3 f80, right now I found a job that's paying good and I'm saving all my money to buy some cameras and all that shenanigans to make some videos of when I get the car. You and many other youtubers have inspired me bro 😁❤

[@mmacphersonn]

­ ­ you can buy a 2006-2012 bmw 335i for like 6k for the coupe 4-5k for the sedan .

[@saratc660]

I can undoubtedly tell you the use of the turn signal stock with blinking green light will blow everyone’s mind, especially other BMW owners

[@VehicleVirals]

💯

[@sas3dx]

It's really hip rigth now to drive with both turn signals on all the time on a BMW

[@redzoom7857]

Sarat C I use mine thank you very much. Lol

[@alextherussian7366]

I live in Germany driving a E46 and I can confirm, this feature is not used often enough

[@olivertaylor4779]

I thought they were optional extras. lol

[@jamhoque]

Where’s my bimma family at💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

[@VehicleVirals]

🙌🏼

[@juansotelo2000]

Jamiul Hoque e90 335i

[@jamhoque]

Juan Sotelo E87 123d Stage 2+ 300bhp💪🏼🇬🇧

[@oddh8650]

Bagged e39 540

[@iDriveNotxDrive]

E90 330d 300bhp🇬🇧

[@yungnarco67gaming32]

Almost left after the intro 💀

[@VehicleVirals]

Oh come on! 😎

[@jairmercado7800]

Same haha

[@Diana-zp7zr]

me too

[@sidracastillo7170]

Lmao

[@manannaabashawnabsbve6893]

Yeah he annoyed me so much

[@kurtbradley2590]

The passenger mirror going down while in reverse is for parallel parking to view your proximity to the curb. It's nice to be able to get very close without the risk damaging your wheels.

[@bailsaz]

Thank you.. I always wondered why my Z4 does that. I thought the previous owner programed it like that and every day I would think to myself why tf did he do that. Lol.

[@mihalis1010]

I was really excited to see that feature, so I ran out and checked in an '06 330xi manual that I just bought, and was very bummed out to see that it didn't have it :( Most of the parking in the town I live in is on the side of the street.

[@cleangal71]

no, I still can't parallel park but so not because my bmw features.

[@anto687]

@@mihalis1010 Make sure the mirror isn't selected on the adjuster. Switching the adjuster to the passenger window overrides the feature. I've got this function on my 2003 e46 325

[@osnowdeal]

@@mihalis1010you have to move the switch to the drivers side mirror

[@s.collett1080]

Appreciate the info about rev matching. Never really thought about that! In regard to hidden menus on LCD screen, menu number 7 starts with coolant temperature. Being car is German, all temps in menu are in Celsius. I believe your coolant temp was 88 degrees Celsius. It rises as vehicle gets warmer. It can be handy being there's no temp gauge for coolant. You also had one with RPMs. I believe it will also give digital speed readout, but it will be in KMs. It's in one of them, just not sure which number off top of my head. In each menu, at the top, are abbreviations in German. I saw a video a few years ago with a German speaking mechanic and he explained what each one meant. One of the first to come up has a date showing day, month, and year. The year shown should be same as model year of the car. That's the day, month, and year the cluster gauge was first hooked up during build at factory. Thanks for info!

[@Edwin-km4xk]

I know a lot about bmw features. But I got so impressed by this video. Especially the gaz pedal trick. Thanks

[@531mare]

Sir, I have to tell you, I just bought my first BMW. I got a M330 hard top convertible. I freakin love it. I have to tell you, you have taught me so much about my car. Every time I have a problem or need to know something about it, I come to you and your videos. lol I swear the car is smarter than me, not putting myself down, but truth. There is so many things to learn, I was ready to sell it, just get rid of it. You saved me and my car. Thank you and please keep putting out these videos because I live in Panama and the manual is in Spanish and I am an English speaking American.

[@rohiniramanchakrabarti5282]

This was probably the first hidden feature video that showed a few things that I did not know. Thanks bro.

[@Data4664]

Same

[@Ticen]

Love your videos man, I just bought an 08’ 335i fully loaded and these kinda videos totally help so thank you!!

[@300zx-sfy8]

Haven’t even watched this but I know it will be good. I subbed when you had less than 1000 subs. Keep it up sir

[@VehicleVirals]

I appreciate you 👊🏼

[@MagicScorpio]

Ya he's pretty good. My first car was a 300zx z32 in high school. After many cars later I arrived at a 335xi and haven't bought anything else. Have a e93 IS now and it's the best thing I ever bought second to the Z

[@300zx-sfy8]

MagicScorpio - that’s great! Yes there are both greet cars. I have the 1991 TT z32 And love it. They are just a pain to work on.

[@RishiKumar_YT]

Thumbnail is HILARIOUS

[@VladGeo1]

Menu number 7.0 is the engine coolant temp (KTMP-MOM). I check that most of the time. Especially after a long trip when i want to let the car cool down before turning it off.

[@satyamrevankar9031]

The best intro yet 😂🙌

[@elkhntr4evr421]

Loved the intro, and this needs to be part of everyone’s first purchase on any vehicle, learn to use your signal lights!

[@typewriterjohn]

Great stuff Bro, I’ve owned 08 335i since new and didn’t know some of those features 🤪 Keep up the good work 👍👍 love from 🇦🇺🇦🇺......

[@martinnadler6639]

Awesome video. Thanks for putting it out there for the new to BMW fan club members.

[@dazdoestip6459]

When I seen the turn signal feature I spat the tea I was drinking 😂

[@srt8man09]

The start of the beginning is amazing I legitimately laughed out loud at work. I also drive a 4dr e90. I love it

[@robertbucknall8770]

I purchased my 2008 335i hardtop convertible 11 months ago. Haven't started any customization on it yet, but your videos are giving me some ideas.

[@Cheetotoes117]

You got me for a second at the beginning lol

[@BEASTATGAMINGYO]

I really love the look of your 335! The brown leather is beautiful, I looked for that on bmws that I was looking to buy. I ended up buying a bmw e61 530D with black leather interior. I honestly prefer the e6× over the e9x. I feel that the e9× interior wear out much quicker than the e6x. My 530D is from 2005 and the interior looks brand new. Now of course it also depends on how it has been treated, but it has over 260.000km on the clock and is almost flawless. Nonetheless, in terms of design, the e92 is gorgeous!

[@MagicScorpio]

Fellow 335is e93 owner here. Great video. There were 2 features I didn't know about. Def worth a watch for any bmw owner.

[@dpistone10]

Thank you so much for this video. A few things I did not know. Very awesome.

[@Data4664]

Same

[@socas_nic]

KI test is nice when you buy a used one to see if the owner took off some fuses. And also the codes is like having a scan tool built in. Pretty cool

[@VehicleVirals]

💯

[@soupdragon2397]

The code for the hidden menu is the sum of the last 5 digits of your VIN number, not "all the numbers". Yours just happenes to only have number is the last 5 positions, not eveybody's does. The reversing mirror tilt is not necessarily when the selector is in the "left" position, it's when the switch is selected for the driver's side. 07.00 is the coolant temp, as others have mentioned. 07.01 is the outside temp ;-)

[@christianurrutia6000]

Really good video brother, thanks!

[@MyzteryMedia]

I was watching your vids like 2 years ago thinking about one now I’m back again after finally getting one ☝🏾

[@801russc]

Ahahahahaha dude that starting was friggin great.

[@terryloubelle]

The single light function is for parking. It’s commonly used in Europe where narrow dimly lit roads are common. They would do this to help other drivers see the vehicle.

[@gumpster66]

yep, lived in Germany for over six years, it's a common thing over there.

[@lewis121_keenank7]

Iv been waitin for a video like this thx

[@VehicleVirals]

👊🏼

[@bobbieharrisonjr2275]

Guy, your tutorial has been absorbantly helpful, without a doubt.thank you.

[@willyb5017]

Not sure if it works on your model, but on the steptronic transmissions...while in sport manual mode. If you put the gas pedal to the floor, then with the paddle shifters down shift...it will find the optimal gear for best acceleration. (Skip shift)

[@yorkudegree4358]

Great job and really informative. You're using an older vehicle, although the newer models have these features with standard buttons or can be located on the Display. We own a 2019 X3 with easily accessible features: stay on front light press the trunk FOB or auto program length, side light has a designated buttons under the light dial, car functions scroll on the middle display, trunk warning is automatic, individual door and seat belt light is standard. Hope you can provide an update with a newer model and appreciate the excellent reviw.

[@stickhrk]

This was a very good video, thank you

[@JK-ns5dr]

Very cool! thank you.

[@nano_sweet]

The intro got me lol. Btw does the auto rev-match/downshift feature mean that you can actually do a kind of pseudo-heel-toe downshift on these? That's bonkers!

[@doncorleon9]

That chuckle on rev matching says it all! Sweet!

[@napoliansolo7865]

I think the the reverse mirror feature would be helpful if you wanted to see if the gas station nozzle was still in your gas tank filler hole.

[@ralpharomeo7420]

And very informal video!

[@fordphoenix5232]

awesome i just bought a beamer,first time owning one and this video taught me alot..i think im in love with the BMW now..iv forever been a FORD LOVER..

[@Ethankeenan02]

I love how yiu take the pisz out of bmws indicators and dont get salty about it i cant what to get a 335i one day but my cars got a engien co built by bmw in my peugeot

[@user-hg8bl1oo3h]

your headlights are amazing

[@gratler]

the rev matching is amazing. I have a f32 but I'm sure it will work with it also. I also didnt know about the leaves catcher. 🙂

[@TheBhouse]

Dude, I love your beemer! That’s black is sweet!

[@coldhardtruth333]

You don’t have change the battery on your key .. You just gotta drive around with it to charge ..

[@ralpharomeo7420]

Dope shirt!

[@AugustusAsgeir]

Thx for this, getting an E93 soon so it's helpful

[@711Arigna]

WOW, great and thanks for info

[@donAKAthedonjp]

I think ots time for me to start reading my owners manual! The only time I use it is to get the correct size light bulbs and spark plugs. I can't be the only one doing this!

[@wilsonbakerr287]

So there’s this cool feature, once any bmw leaves the factory or reaches over 20K miles a cool little amber engine light comes on so you know your engine is inside the car!

[@braydonlawrence6198]

False

[@kashiikash4489]

Lmaoo

[@benzyaf1919]

It just means ur engine is warm and running correctly…

[@bidenisgod6978]

Mine has over 200k miles. Runs great still

[@JuanCarlos-sg9fu]

Jajaja

[@andreb877]

Yo Christian, thanks for the great info! On another note, do you use any of those bluetooth scanners? If so which do you recommend? I bought a V-gate icar pro a while back but the darn thing never worked on my E90. Trying to get some guidance before I waste $$$ on another one.

[@Data4664]

Thnxs so much!

[@unforcereal802]

KTMP means Kühlwassertemperatur which means your coolant temp not your outside temp ;)

[@d.schabl6947]

01.04 KI HSTLDATUM 16.11.2007 means date of maufacture HSTLDATUM: HSTL = Herstellung (Manufacturing) Datum = Date greetings from BMW-country

[@theoutsider8353]

Thanks! Just got my second e9x and dude this info is what i like!

[@VehicleVirals]

Much appreciate ❤️❤️

[@marzukimuksin7021]

Very helpfull.. thank you

[@yugodealer]

That was one of the most unbelievable minutes of my life

[@RoyaltyPlays]

LMFAO THE INTRO

[@Repsac2000]

Thank man. Just got a 645ci (e63) from 2004, and there's a lot of things this olde lady don't have that just is common today. So absolutely loves finding out stuff about her.

[@jeromekrieger8538]

Love this vid!!

[@seasonedtoker]

Btw menu #7 KTMP (Kühltemperatur) is your coolant temperature in C

[@brandonbentley8532]

The Rev matching and shifting down trick just blew my free kind mind! I'm on my second e90 and never knew this feature existed.

[@jackmatt1022]

What kinda driver are you 🤦🏼‍♂️ please go back to Mazda

[@ericakatz7711]

I just bought a BMW and I watched your video and OMG it helped so much thank you

[@trippin_ninja]

I never knew about the pedal tap kickdown. That's pretty dope.

[@maqraps2666]

Accidentally switched the side mirror switch to the right side, disabling the right side mirror feature. Thank you for this video explaining the feature, thought it was a software update that removed it. Very useful when parallel parking.

[@klemensseibel6175]

This feature is to help adjusting the mirror although in Rev-Gear.

[@noahs2ndchannel]

also for auto bmws if you floor it and hold the downshift button it will drop to the lowest possible gear so you can speed off

[@smurf_chicago6555]

Sounds like a good way to fuck your trans up

[@EnriqueLopez-hb5jn]

A lot of good information.

[@adventurelifestyle0917]

Just got my 2009 BMW 335i Convertible last week! I’ve been watching all your video man! 🔥 I’m gonna have my intake valves walnut blasted first and foremost!

[@Ap.16k]

12:03 isn’t that the temperature of the engine? 🤨

[@ChrisChaos209]

Yup! Coolant temp

[@moisesvargas1275]

Yup, running temp.

[@skizzlemane1]

Yeah he said “I think they mean fahrenheit” so derisively 😆 😏 No bro they’re German. They use the metric system, so they definitely meant celsius. Hence every other unit of measure in the “secret menu” being metric 👍🏼

[@iDriveNotxDrive]

Also say if you pull up outside a shop, when you turn the car off and take the key out you press the brake and you can start the car again so you can leave it running with the aircon on and locked for when you get back!👌🏼

[@supercade1234]

I believe you need the comfort package in order to start your car without the key fob.

[@teflondon420]

You do not need comfort access for this to work, after you shut the car off you have about 3 seconds to take the key out then press start again trust me I do it all the time in my 07 328xi 🙂

[@JWSoul]

Hmm the gear shift one i did not know! Also the lights! Everyonee needs to know about the codes! AH you know about the trip button well done!

[@SuperBman1221]

Thanks I have a 2010 335xi with chips and exhaust upgrade with 145000 miles...really like the tap the gas to downshift

[@FOODMOVE]

11:40 gonna take a photo and show everyone how fast i was going

[@ninjastriker0137]

Who’s here before 1000 views

[@slangtv7328]

Well 999 People

[@jwheizy5468]

ive been watching your videos for weeks and enjoyed it but forgot to subscribe XD

[@VehicleVirals]

It's never too late :)

[@fongfuning3564]

I just want to say that your gas paddle tap for downshifting also works on N20. Thanks man

[@bimma.]

The beginning 😂⬅️➡️ make another one bro if their are more hidden features

[@VehicleVirals]

🤣🤣

[@miguelangeldel6394]

04:30 is a mandatory thing for all European cars. It is meant for situations when u leave the car in an area with no light at all, to avoid someone crashes u mostly

[@tibotibo6]

As a french dude, I can tell you it's only for german cars in fact. Cheers!

[@soupdragon2397]

@ekim andersom actually it's not just german cars, vauxhall also have parking lights and many other cars do too

[@sirslickrock]

That and European streets are crazy narrow compared to US streets

[@Adiadoynfc]

Helpfull & Very cool

[@bendawson9910]

You had me properly drawn in on that first bit. Until the green flashing thing, then I got it🤣

[@eddydevillelowks9499]

The intro hahahaha most Bmw owners never use them blinkers also people in Benz hahaha

[@mattb6016]

KTMP is coolant temp not temperature outside lol

[@DAN007thefoxx1]

It shouldn't be hidden away tho.

[@MgDesignBuild]

Very nice video, great content

[@krishsolanki6819]

Love the vids bro

[@VehicleVirals]

👊🏼

[@chrisanderson2204]

I'm an Audi owner but yet I'm still watching this😂😂😂😴

[@VehicleVirals]

😅

[@Scotford_Maconochie]

Audi are hyped up VW. Get a BMW pal

[@gluee8674]

@@Scotford_Maconochie i have both can confirm

[@Bruhman5thflr]

Bro you still didn't finish wrapping the exterior trim pieces?! 🤦‍♂️

[@VehicleVirals]

Gotta fix the liner first

[@dowboykfx470]

was washing my car the other day I couldn't understand why in the heck my driver side lights are on now watch this found out it's the roadside lights. Thanks 💯

[@EddiePodg]

Thanks I'm trying it after I get a e93 the lock one.

[@joeljacapr]

Great video man! Nice shirt 💪🏼😎

[@VehicleVirals]

Thanks man!

[@chrisboucher79]

another awesome video.

[@ninjastriker0137]

Nice vid bro

[@emmoborislavov5207]

Nice video bro Congrats Bulgaria

[@JLI15]

This video stays helpful😭man you did the Lord’s work with this🙏🏾⚡️🔥✨😭

[@farhenheit628of1200]

Just bought a 2011 328xi 6mt I love it!!!

[@mrd6438]

Indicater joke made chuckle, nice!!!!

[@alexbroadhurst6844]

Great vid

[@jasonrussell2974]

Intro is HILARIOUS!

[@Emanual0607]

Fabulous!!!

[@obisley]

Loved the intro😂😂