How to Set a Clock in a 1998 BMW 318I

Manufactured by German automaker BMW, the 318i is an entry level compact executive car that replaced BMW's popular New Class vehicle in 1975. The release of the 1998 BMW 318i in late 1997 marked the beginning of the fourth generation of the series. Changes to the 1998 BMW 318i over previous models included a smaller, 2.5-liter engine. The dashboard clock in the 1998 BMW 318i is so user-friendly that it takes just minutes to set.

  • Insert your key into the ignition and turn the key to the first position.

  • Press and hold the "h/DAT" button until the digital clock display begins to flash.

  • Press the "h/DAT" button repeatedly until the correct hour value is shown on the clock's digital display.

  • Press the "min/DAT" button repeatedly until the correct minute value is displayed.

  • Press the "C/F" button to select between the 24-hour and 12-hour time display formats.

  • Press the "SET" button to save your changes.