1998 BMW 750IL SEDAN center console

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Park Distance Control (PDC)
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The PDC assists you when you are
parking. Acoustic signals warn you
of the distance to an obstacle. In addi-
tion, four ultrasonic sensors in each the
front and rear bumpers measure the
distance from the nearest object. The
monitoring range for the four front sen-
sors and that of the two rear corner
sensors ends approx. 2 feet (60 cm)
beyond the respective bumper. The two
center sensors cover a distance of
approx. 5 feet (1.50 m).380de619
The system starts to operate automati-
cally about one second after you move
the selector lever to "R" when the igni-
tion key is in position 2. It is similarly
deactivated when you move the selec-
tor lever position from the "R" position.
The indicator lamp in the button (arrow)
comes on to signal the active status.
Manual activation/deactivation is possi-
ble using the button in the center
console (arrow) (indicator lamp comes
on/goes out). The system deactivates
once the vehicle travels approximately
160 ft (50 m) or exceeds a speed of
about 18 mph (30 km/h). It must then be
switched on again as desired.
Acoustical signalsThe distance to an obstruction in the
front is indicated by a higher interval
tone, while the distance to an obstruc-
tion in the rear is indicated by a deeper
tone. As the distance between vehicle
and object decreases, the intervals be-
tween the tones become shorter. A
continuous tone indicates the presence
of an object less than 1 ft. (30 cm)
away.
The warning signal is canceled after ap-
prox. three seconds if the distance to
the obstruction remains constant during
this time (if you are moving parallel to a
wall, for instance).
System malfunctions are indicated by a
short, continuous tone and a flashing
indicator lamp (indicator lamp only
when the system is activated by shifting
the transmission into "R").
Switch the system off and consult an
authorized BMW center to have the
problem corrected.

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Seat heating
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Steering wheel heating
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The seat cushion and backrest can be
heated with ignition key in position 2.
You can call up different heating modes
by repeatedly pressing the keys.
The highest heating mode is on when
the three indicator lamps are lit; one
lamp is lit for lowest heating. Tempera-
ture regulation in each mode is with a
thermostat.
You can also switch the higher heating
modes off directly:
Press the key and hold it slightly longer.380de618
Rear seat heating
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The switches are located at the rear of
the center console, beneath the air
vents.
To activate and cancel the steering
wheel heater, press button (arrow) with
the ignition key in position 2.
The lamp within the button lights up
when the steering wheel heater is in op-
eration.
If you have a multi-function steering
wheel without steering wheel heating,
the button for the recirculated-air mode
is in this location (refer to page 23).
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RepairsIndexOverview Controls Car care Technology Data
Additional storage areas Cup holder Cellular phones
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Front storage compartment on slanted
surface of center console:
To open, press the recess at the top,
press to close.
This storage area can be ordered with
an optional CD or cassette holder.
Storage compartment on center con-
sole between the front seats:
To open, reach into the recess at the
front and pull upward.
When a cellular phone is installed, a
small storage compartment is provided
on each side of the phone. Press side
button to open.
A rotating coin holder
is located on the
right under the radio cover.
You will find additional storage com-
partments in all of the doors as well as
on the backrests of the front seats.There are holders for two beverage
containers in a tray in the center con-
sole as well as in the face of the rear
seat bench near the center seat posi-
tion.
To open, press against the upper re-
cess, apply pressure and slide back to
close.
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Handsfree systemOn vehicles with a telephone hookup
*,
the handsfree speaker is positioned in
the headliner.
For further information on the cellular
phone, refer to the separate Owner's
Manual.
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RepairsIndexOverview Controls Car care Technology Data
Cigarette lighter
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Rear foot rests
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Push the lighter in (arrow 2). Remove as
soon as the lighter jumps back out.Cigarette lighter for rear
passengersAt the rear of the center console.Cigarette lighter socketSuitable for attaching power supplies
to hand-held lamps, car vacuum clean-
ers, etc., up to a rating of approximately
200 watts at 12 volts. Avoid damaging
the socket due to inserting plugs of dif-
ferent shapes or sizes.380de062
Hold or touch the hot cigarette
lighter by the knob only. Holding
or touching it in other areas could result
in burns.
The cigarette lighter remains opera-
tional when the ignition key has been
removed. For this reason, children
should never be left in the car unat-
tended.<
You can detach the footrests to place
them in any desired position within the
footwell.

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OBD connectorThe interface socket for the onboard di-
agnosis system is located beneath a
cover on the center console front panel
(arrow).
A sticker with the text "OBD" is at-
tached to the cover.
The purpose of the OBD (Onboard
Diagnostic) system is to assure proper
emission control system operation for
the vehicle’s lifetime by monitoring
emission-related components and
systems for deterioration and malfunc-
tion.380de617
An Illuminated indicator informs
you of the need for service, not
of the need to stop the vehicle.
However, the systems should be
checked by your BMW center at the
earliest possible opportunity.
Under certain conditions, the indicator
will blink or flash. This indicates a rather
severe level of engine misfire. When
this occurs, you should reduce speed
and consult the nearest BMW center as
soon as possible. Severe engine misfire
over only a short period of time can se-
riously damage emission control com-
ponents, especially the catalytic con-
verter.
When the filler cap is not properly
tightened, the OBD system can
detect the vapor leak and the indicator
will light up. If the filler cap is subse-
quently tightened, the indicator should
extinguish within a few days.<