2001 BMW Z8 brake sensor

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BMW Z8 2001 Owners Manual 87n
IndexDataTechnologyRepairsCar careControlsOverview
Brakes:
Do not rest your foot on the brake
pedal while driving. Even light but
consistent pressure on the brake pedal
could lead to high tempe

87n
IndexDataTechnologyRepairsCar careControlsOverview
Brakes:
Do not rest your foot on the brake
pedal while driving. Even light but
consistent pressure on the brake pedal
could lead to high temperatures, brake
wear, and possibly, to brake system
failure.
Aquaplaning:
Reduce speed while driving on wet or
slushy roads, otherwise, a wedge of
water can form between the tires and
the road surface. This phenomenon is
referred to as "aquaplaning" or "hydro-
planing." It is characterized by a partial
or complete loss of contact between
the tires and the road surface. The ulti-
mate results are loss of steering and
braking control.
Driving through water:
When there is water on the roads, do
not drive in it if it is deeper than 1 ft
(30 cm), and even then, only at walking
speed, otherwise the vehicle can
sustain damage to the engine, the elec-
trical systems and the transmission.<
The catalytic converter reduces harmful
exhaust emissions.
It is designed for use with unleaded fuel
only. Even minute quantities of lead
would be enough to permanently
damage both the catalytic converter
and the system oxygen sensor.To ensure efficient, trouble-free engine
operation and to avoid potential damage:>Be sure to comply with the scheduled
maintenance requirements
>Fill the fuel tank well before it is empty
>Tow-start only when the engine is
cold. If you attempt to tow-start with
a warm engine, unburned residual
fuel in the catalytic converter could
ignite and cause damage. It is better
to start the vehicle with a battery
charger or assistance from another
vehicle
>Avoid other situations where the fuel
is either not burned or burns incom-
pletely, such as engaging the starter
frequently or for extended periods, or
repeated start attempts in which the
engine does not start (stopping and
restarting an engine which is running
properly does not present a pro-
blem). Never allow the engine to run
with any of the spark plug cables
disconnected.Be sure to comply with the
instructions above to prevent
unburned fuel from reaching the cata-
lytic converter. Otherwise, there is the
danger of overheating and damage to
the catalytic converter.
Extreme temperatures are present with
the catalytic converter both on this and
every catalytic converter-equipped
vehicle. Heat shields are installed adja-
cent to some sections of the exhaust
system. Never remove these shields;
do not apply undercoating to their
surfaces. When driving, standing at
idle, and parking the vehicle, take care
to avoid contact between the exhaust
system and flammable materials (grass,
hay, leaves etc.). Such contact could
start a fire, resulting in serious personal
injury and property damage.<
Driving notes Catalytic converter

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BMW Z8 2001 Owners Manual Everything from A to Z
163n
IndexDataTechnologyRepairsCar careControlsOverview
Controls16
Convertible top41
closing in event of
electrical
malfunction140t
manual operation141t
Coolant111, 157
Coolan

Everything from A to Z
163n
IndexDataTechnologyRepairsCar careControlsOverview
Controls16
Convertible top41
closing in event of
electrical
malfunction140t
manual operation141t
Coolant111, 157
Coolant temperature
gauge63
Copyright4
Cornering Brake Control
(CBC)21, 89
Curb weight156
Current check indicator20DDashboard16
Data
dimensions155
engine154
technical154
weights156
Daytime-driving lamp69
DBC (Dynamic Brake
Control)90
Deactivating the tilt sensor
alarm system and interior
motion sensor34
Deep water87
Defrosting the
windows60, 75
Difficult steering20, 94Dimensions155
Dipstick109
Disc brakes90
Displacement154
Display lighting69
Displays18
Disposal
engine oil111
used batteries138t
Door keys30
Door warning lamp, bulb
replacement132t
Doors
emergency
actuation32t
mirrors47
remote control33
unlocking and locking32
DOT Quality Grades99
Draft-free ventilation75
Drink holder78, 80
Drive belts158
Driving in winter92
Driving notes87
DSC (Dynamic Stability
Control)22, 65, 149
Dynamic Brake Control
(DBC)90
Dynamic Performance
Control66
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC)22, 65, 149
EElectric defrosting of
mirrors47
Electric power seat45
Electric power windows40
Electrical equipment
failure138t
Electrical failure
convertible top140t
doors32t
fuel filler door140t
luggage
compartment140t
passenger-side
door141t
Electrical system158
Electronic vehicle
immobilizer31
Emergency operation
convertible top140t
doors32t
fuel filler door140t
luggage
compartment140t
passenger-side
door141t
Engine
coolant111, 157
data154
output154
speed154
starting56
switching off56Engine compartment106
Engine oil109
add109t
consumption109
filling capacity157
filter change157
pressure indicator
lamp20
quality110
specifications110
viscosity110
Engine oil level21
check109
Equipment
options and accessories5
Exit lamps, bulb
replacement132t
Exterior finish117
Exterior mirrors47
FFailure to start144t
Fault in ABS89
Filler cap cover25
Filling capacities157
Filling the washer
reservoir157
First-aid kit24
Fittings, tow starting and
towing144t
Flashlight79
Flat tire135t

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BMW Z8 2001 Owners Manual Everything from A to ZFog lamp, bulb
replacement131t
Follow-Me-Home
lamps49, 69
Footbrake90
Footwell lamps70
bulb replacement132t
Front seat adjustment45
Frost protection,
radiator111
Fuel26
gauge6

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