2013 BMW 7 SERIES LONG parking brake

Overview: indicator/warning lampsSymbolFunction or systemTurn signal.Parking brake.Parking brake in Canadian models.Automatic hold.Front fog lamps.High beams.High-beam Assistant.Parking lamps, headlamp control.Active Cruise Control.Vehicle detection, Active Cruise
Control: collision warning.Cruise control.Lane departure warning.DSC Dynamic Stability Control.DSC Dynamic Stability Control or
DTC Dynamic Traction ControlSymbolFunction or systemTire Pressure Monitor.
Flat Tire Monitor.Safety belts.Airbag system.Steering system.Engine functions.Engine functions in Canadian mod‐
els.Brake system.Brake system in Canadian models.ABS Antilock Brake System.ABS Antilock Brake System in
Canadian models.At least one Check Control mes‐
sage is displayed or is stored.
Text messages
Text messages in combination with a symbol
in the instrument cluster explain a Check Con‐ trol message and the meaning of the indicator
and warning lamps.
Supplementary text messages
Additional information, such as on the cause of
a fault or the required action, can be called up
via Check Control.
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Driving stability control systemsVehicle equipmentAll standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐
ment is also described that is not available in a
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
equipment or country variant. This also applies
for safety-related functions and systems.
Antilock Brake System ABS ABS prevents locking of the wheels during
braking.
The vehicle remains steerable even during full
brake applications, thus increasing active
safety.
ABS is operational every time you start the en‐
gine.
Brake assistant
When you apply the brakes rapidly, this system
automatically produces the maximum braking
force boost. This then reduces braking dis‐ tance to a minimum during full braking. This
system utilizes all of the benefits provided by ABS.
Do not reduce the pressure on the brake pedal
for the duration of the full braking.
When equipped with Driving Assistant Plus or
with Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go
function, ACC is supported by the braking in‐
tervention if there is a possible risk of collision.
To do this, the braking force is automatically increased if the braking pressure is insufficient
when the brakes are applied.Adaptive brake assistant
In combination with the Active Cruise Control,
this system ensures that the brakes respond
even more rapidly when braking in critical sit‐
uations.
Drive-off assistant
This system supports driving away on gradi‐
ents. The parking brake is not required.1.Hold the vehicle in place with the foot
brake.2.Release the foot brake and drive away
without delay.
After the foot brake is released, the vehicle is
held in place for approx. 2 seconds.
Depending on the vehicle load or when a trailer
is being used, the vehicle may roll back
slightly.
Driving off without delay
After releasing the foot brake, start driv‐
ing without delay, since the drive-off assistant
will not hold the vehicle in place for more than
approx. 2 seconds and the vehicle will begin
rolling back.◀
DSC Dynamic Stability
Control
The concept DSC prevents traction loss in the driving
wheels when driving away and accelerating.
DSC also recognizes unstable vehicle condi‐
tions, such as fishtailing or nose-diving. Sub‐
ject to physical limits, DSC helps to keep the
vehicle on a steady course by reducing engine
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If active, the displayed speed is stored and the
vehicle reaches the stored speed if the road is
clear.▷Each time the rocker switch is pressed to
the point of resistance, the desired speed
increases or decreases by approx.
1 mph/1 km/h.▷Each time the rocker switch is pressed
past the point of resistance, the desired
speed increases or decreases by a maxi‐
mum of 5 mph/10 km/h.
Hold the rocker switch in position to repeat the
action.
Distance Selecting a distance
Adjust the distance according to the traf‐
fic and weather conditions; otherwise, there is
the danger of an accident occurring. Maintain
the prescribed safety distance.◀
Reduce distance Press the button repeatedly until the
desired distance is set.
The selected distance, refer to page 137, is
displayed in the instrument cluster.
Increase distance Press the button repeatedly until the
desired distance is set.
The selected distance, refer to page 137, is
displayed in the instrument cluster.
Adjust distance Press the button repeatedly until the
desired distance is set.
Calling up the desired speed and
distance
While driving Press the button with the system
switched on.
In the following cases, the stored speed value
is deleted and cannot be called up again:▷When the system is switched off.▷When the ignition is switched off.
While standing
Before leaving the vehicle, secure it
against rolling
Before leaving the vehicle with the engine run‐
ning, engage position P of the automatic trans‐
mission and apply the parking brake. Other‐
wise, the vehicle may begin to roll.◀
The system brought the vehicle to a complete
standstill.
▷Green marking in the speedometer:
Your vehicle accelerates automatically as
soon as the vehicle in the range of the ra‐
dar sensor moves off.▷Marking in the speedometer turns orange:
no automatic driving away.
To accelerate to the desired speed auto‐
matically, press the accelerator briefly or
press the RES or SET button.
Rolling bars in the distance display indicate
that the vehicle in the radar sensor detection
range has moved off.
Your vehicle was braked to a halt by pressing
on the brake pedal and it is standing behind
another vehicle:
1. Press the button to call up a stored
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Therefore, drive into a curve at an appropriate
speed.
In tight curves, situations may result due to the
restricted detection range of the system in
which a vehicle driving ahead of you may not
be detected at all, or not until after a consider‐
able delay.
When approaching a curve, the system may
react briefly to the vehicles in the next lane due
to the bend of the curve. Any deceleration of
the vehicle by the system can be compensated
for by briefly accelerating. After the accelerator
pedal is released, the system becomes active
again and independently controls the speed.
Driving away In some situations, the vehicle cannot drive
away automatically, e.g., on steep inclines or
behind bumps in the road.
Radar sensor
For US owners only
The transmitter and receiver units comply with
part 15 of the FCC/Federal Communication
Commission regulations. Operation is gov‐
erned by the following:
FCC ID:
▷OAYARS3-A
Compliance statement:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
▷This device may not cause harmful inter‐
ference, and▷this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Any unauthorized modifications or changes to
these devices could void the user's authority to
operate this equipment.
Malfunction
The system cannot be activated if the radar sensor is not aligned correctly. This may be
caused by damage incurred during parking, for
example.
A Check Control message is displayed if the
system fails.
The function for detecting and responding
when approaching stationary vehicles may be limited in the following situation:
▷During calibration of the camera immedi‐
ately after vehicle shipment.▷If the camera is malfunctioning or dirty. A
Check Control message is displayed.
Congestion Assistant
The concept In congestion situations, the system controls
the speed, steers independently and keeps the
vehicle in the lane.
To the extent possible, the system automati‐
cally adjusts the speed to a slower vehicle
ahead of you. The distance that the vehicle
maintains to the vehicle ahead of you can be
varied. For safety reasons, it depends on the
speed. To maintain a certain distance, the sys‐
tem automatically decelerates, applies the
brakes lightly, or accelerates again if the vehi‐
cle ahead begins moving faster.
When lane markings are detected, the system
keeps the vehicle in the lane. For this purpose,
the system steers independently as needed,
for example, during cornering.
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Parking assistantThe concept
This system assists the driver in parking paral‐
lel to the road.
Ultrasound sensors measure parking spaces
on both sides of the vehicle.
The parking assistant calculates the best pos‐
sible parking line and takes control of steering
during the parking procedure.
When parking, also take note of the visual and
acoustic information issued by the PDC and
the parking assistant and react accordingly.
A component of the parking assistant is the
PDC Park Distance Control, refer to page 145.
Hints Personal responsibility
The parking assistant does not relieve
the driver of responsibility for the vehicle dur‐
ing the parking procedure.
Watch the parking space and parking proce‐
dure closely and intervene if necessary; other‐
wise, there is the danger of an accident.◀
Changes to the parking space
Changes to the parking space after it was
measured are not taken into account by the
system.
Therefore, always be alert and ready to inter‐
vene; otherwise, there is the danger of an acci‐
dent occurring.◀
Transporting loads
Loads that extend beyond the perimeter
of the vehicle are not taken into account by the
system during the parking procedure.
Therefore, always be alert and ready to inter‐
vene; otherwise, there is the danger of an acci‐
dent occurring.◀
Curbs
The parking assistant may steer the vehi‐
cle over or onto curbs.
Therefore, always be alert and ready to inter‐
vene; otherwise, the wheels, tires, or the vehi‐
cle may become damaged.◀
An engine that has been switched off by the
Auto Start Stop function is restarted automati‐
cally when the parking assistant is activated.
Requirements
For measuring parking spaces▷Maximum speed while driving forward ap‐
prox. 22 mph/35 km/h.▷Maximum distance to row of parked vehi‐
cles: 5 ft/1.5 m.
Suitable parking space
▷Gap between two objects with a minimum
length of approx. 5 ft/1.5 m.▷Minimum length of the gap: own vehicle's
length plus approx. 4 ft/1.2 m.▷Minimum depth: approx. 5 ft/1.5 m.
For parking procedure
▷Closed doors.▷Parking brake released.Seite 153Driving comfortControls153
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LED headlamps
At a glance1Corner-illuminating lamps2High-beams3Low-beams, daytime running lights4Turn signal, parking lamp, daytime running
lights5Side marker lamps
Light-emitting diodes (LEDs)
Follow the general instructions on Lamps and
bulbs, refer to page 218.
With LED headlamps, all front lamps and side
indicators are designed with LED technology.
If an LED fails, switch on the front fog lamps
and continue the trip with great care. Comply
with local regulations.
Contact your service center in the event of a
malfunction.
LED front fog lamps Follow the general instructions on Lamps and
bulbs, refer to page 218.
These front fog lamps are made using LED
technology. Contact your service center in the
event of a malfunction.
Tail lamps, bulb replacement
At a glance1Turn signal2Reversing lamp3Inside brake lamp4Tail lamp5Outside brake lamp
Turn signal, brake, tail, and license
plate lamps
Follow the general instructions on lamps and
bulbs, refer to page 218.
These lights feature LED technology.
Contact your service center in the event of a
malfunction.
Lamps in the trunk lidFollow the general instructions on Lamps and
bulbs, refer to page 218.
Access to the lamps
1.Remove the three screws using the screw
driver from the onboard vehicle tool kit.Seite 221Replacing componentsMobility221
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Combination switch, refer toWiper system 74
COMFORT+ program, Driving Dynamics Control 131
Comfort Access 39
COMFORT program, Driving Dynamics Control 131
Computer 91
Condensation on win‐ dows 161
Condensation under the vehi‐ cle 184
Condition Based Service CBS 216
Configure driving mode 132
Confirmation signal 42
Congestion Assistant 139
ConnectedDrive, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
ConnectedDrive Services
Control Display 16
Control Display, settings 93
Controller 16
Control systems, driving sta‐ bility 125
Convenient opening 34
Coolant 215
Coolant temperature 86
Cooler 173
Cooling function 162
Cooling, maximum 162
Cooling system 215
Corrosion on brake discs 184
Cruise control 142
Cruise control, active with Stop & Go 133
Cruising range 86
Cupholder 178
Curb weight 237
Current fuel consumption 87
D
Damage, tires 206 Damping Control, dy‐
namic 128
Data, technical 236
Date 86
Daytime running lights 96
Defrosting, refer to Windows, defrosting 161
Departure time, parked-car ventilation 166
Destination distance 92
Digital clock 86
Dimensions 236
Dimmable exterior mirrors 59
Dimmable interior rearview mirror 60
Direction indicator, refer to Turn signals 73
Display in windshield 157
Display lighting, refer to In‐ strument lighting 98
Displays 79, 80
Displays, cleaning 233
Disposal, vehicle battery 223
Distance control, refer to PDC 145
Distance information 158
Distance to destination 92
Divided screen view, split screen 20
Door lock, refer to Remote control 30
Doors, Automatic Soft Clos‐ ing 36
Downhill control 127
Drive-off assistant 125
Drive-off assistant, refer to DSC 125
Driver assistance, see Intelli‐ gent Safety 108
Driving Assistant, see Intelli‐ gent Safety 108
Driving Dynamics Con‐ trol 130
Driving instructions, breaking in 182
Driving mode 130 Driving notes, general 182
Driving stability control sys‐ tems 125
Driving tips 182
DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol 125
DTC driving dynamics 126
DTC Dynamic Traction Con‐ trol 126
Dynamic Damping Con‐ trol 128
Dynamic Drive 128
Dynamic Stability Control DSC 125
Dynamic Traction Control DTC 126
E
ECO PRO 189
ECO PRO, bonus range 190
ECO PRO display 189
ECO PRO displays 82
ECO PRO driving mode 189
ECO PRO mode 189
ECO PRO Tip - driving in‐ struction 191
EfficientDynamics 191
Electronic displays, instru‐ ment cluster 80
Electronic Stability Program ESP, refer to DSC 125
Emergency detection, remote control 31
Emergency release, door lock 36
Emergency release, fuel filler flap 196
Emergency release, parking brake 71
Emergency Request 225
Emergency service, refer to Roadside Assistance 226
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Emergency unlocking, trunk
lid 39
Energy Control 87
Energy recovery 87
Engine, automatic Start/Stop
function 68
Engine, automatic switch-
off 68
Engine compartment 210
Engine compartment, work‐
ing in 210
Engine coolant 215
Engine idling when driving,
coasting 192
Engine oil 212
Engine oil, adding 213
Engine oil additives 213
Engine oil change 214
Engine oil filler neck 213
Engine oil temperature 85
Engine oil types, alterna‐
tive 213
Engine oil types, ap‐
proved 213
Engine start during malfunc‐
tion 31
Engine start, jump-start‐
ing 226
Engine start, refer to Starting
the engine 67
Engine stop 67
Engine temperature 85
Entering/exiting vehicle, as‐
sistance, steering wheel 60
Entering a car wash 230
Equipment, interior 168
ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐
gram, refer to DSC 125
Exchanging wheels/tires 206
Exhaust system 182
Exterior mirror, automatic
dimming feature 59
Exterior mirrors 58
External start 226
External temperature dis‐
play 86
External temperature warn‐
ing 86
Eyes for securing cargo 186
F
Failure message, refer to
Check Control 83
False alarm, refer to Uninten‐
tional alarm 44
Fan, refer to Air flow 161
Fault displays, refer to Check
Control 83
Filler neck for engine oil 213
Fine wood, care 232
First aid kit 226
Fitting for towing, refer to
Tow fitting 229
Flat tire, changing
wheels 222
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 103
Flat tire, Tire Pressure Moni‐
tor TPM 105
Flat tire, warning
lamp 104, 106
Flooding 183
Floor carpet, care 233
Floor mats, care 233
Folding table in the rear 173
Fold-out position, windshield
wipers 75
Foot brake 183
Front airbags 100
Front fog lamps 98
Front fog lamps, bulb replace‐
ment 221
Front passenger airbags, au‐
tomatic deactivation 102
Front passenger airbags, indi‐
cator lamp 102
Front passenger seat, adjust‐
ing 49
Front turn signals, refer to
Light-emitting diodes,
LEDs 220
FTM Flat Tire Monitor 103
Fuel 198
Fuel cap 196
Fuel consumption, current 87
Fuel consumption, refer to
Average fuel consump‐
tion 91
Fuel filler flap 196
Fuel gauge 85
Fuel quality 198
Fuel recommendation 198
Fuel, tank capacity 239
Fuse 224
G
Garage door opener, refer to
Integrated universal remote
control 168
Gasoline 198
Gasoline quality 198
Gear change, automatic
transmission 77
Gear shift indicator 88
General driving notes 182
Gentleman function 49
Glass sunroof, powered 46
Glove compartment 176
Gross vehicle weight, ap‐
proved 237
Gross weight, permissible for
trailer towing 237
H
Handbrake, refer to Parking
brake 70
Hand-held transmitter, alter‐
nating code 169
Hazard warning flashers 225
HDC Hill Descent Con‐
trol 127
Head airbags 100
Headlamp control, auto‐
matic 96
Headlamp courtesy delay fea‐
ture 95
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