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How to Set the Time on a BMW 3 Series

Model: BMW Serie 3 E92, E90, E91 - Years: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Part: Clock

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You can set the time on a BMW 3 Series E91 in two different ways. The first method is to turn on the instrument cluster and press the scroll button on the left lever of the steering wheel until you select the clock symbol.

Use the button above the lever to select the desired hour, then turn off the ignition. The second method is to turn on the instrument cluster and the radio, press the MENU button on the radio, and use the volume knob to select "CONFIGURATION" and then choose the desired hour.

Finally, turn off the ignition.


Updated on 3 September 2026 by ScegliAuto


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