there is a button on my BMW's A/C with "REST" writtin on it, it tuns the heater on only when the car is switched off, what is it for,, whats the point of turning on the heater on the car is off, and is it good or bad to press it before getting off the car , it works only for about 10-15 mins,, and the car is a 2000 525i BMW
2006-12-25 10:48:01 · 5 answers · asked by mo_radi 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ BMW
I agree with "estmirabi...", the "REST" switch allows the heater to run/keep your cabin warm without the engine running. It uses the "Residual" heat left over by the engine (the heat created by the engine when it was running). Usually, this heat is availabe temporarily...about 30min or more...after which warmth diminishes.
2006-12-25 11:38:23 · answer #1 · answered by Fulani Filot 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Normally, to have the heater on with the car off would require the key to be turned to the 'ON' position in the ignition. This results in all the warning lights showing on the dash and burning out your ignition coil if left in that position for an extended period of time.
So that 'Rest' button is a handy feature.
2006-12-25 20:39:46 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
So if u want to take a nap u can turn the rest button on and it will leave u warm while sleeping
2006-12-25 18:49:52 · answer #3 · answered by Julian23 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well it sounds like a feature i would like to have. in the wintertime, sitting in the car usually means leaving it running to keep warm. the rest button allows the heat to be on without the engine running. enjoy it!
2006-12-25 18:56:51 · answer #4 · answered by morequestions 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Look in the glove compartment, you see the owners manual? check the index for instrument panel, for botton selection A/C
2006-12-25 19:00:15 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋