BMW 5 Series: Concept, General information, Safety information
Concept
PDC is a support when parking. Objects that you are approaching slowly in front of or behind the vehicle are indicated by signal tones and a display on the Control Display.
With Parking Assistant: obstacles on the side of the vehicle that are detected by the sensors of the parking assistant, may also be reported by the side protection function.
General information
The ultrasound sensors for distance measurements are located in the bumpers and possibly on the sides of the vehicle.
The range, depending on the obstacle and environmental conditions, is approx. 6 ft/2 m.
An acoustic warning sounds in case of an impending collision at a distance to the object of approx. 27 in/70 cm.
For objects behind the vehicle, the acoustic warning is already issued at a distance to the object of approx. 5 ft/1.50 m.
Safety information
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver's personal judgment in assessing the traffic conditions. Based on the limits of the system, it cannot independently react to all traffic situations. There is a risk of accident. Adjust driving style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely and actively intervene where appropriate.
Warning
Due to high speeds when PDC Park Distance Control is activated, the warning can be delayed due to physical circumstances. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to property.
Avoid approaching an object too fast. Avoid driving off fast while PDC Park Distance Control is not yet active.
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Overview
Button in the vehicle
Park assistance button
Ultrasound sensors
Ultrasound sensors of the PDC,
for instance in the bumpers.
Functional requirements
Ensure full functionality:
Do not cover sensors,
Warning
Signal tones
General information
An intermittent tone indicates when the vehicle
is approaching an object. For instance, if an object
is detected to the left rear of the vehicle, a
signal tone sounds
With parking assistant and
Steptronic transmission:
emergency braking function,
Active PDC
Concept
The emergency braking function of PDC initiates
an emergency braking in case of acute risk of
collision.
General information
Due to system limits, a collision cannot be prevented
under all cir
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Blind Spot Detection
The Blind Spot Detection system can detect traffic situations that could pose
a risk if the driver
changes lane. These traffic situations include vehicles approaching quickly from
behind or vehicles in
the driver's blind spot. The system operates within a speed range between 12 -
130 mph (20 - 21
Providing assistance
Hazard warning flashers
The button is located in the center console.
Breakdown assistance
BMW Roadside Assistance
Via iDrive:
1. "ConnectedDrive".
2. "BMW Assist".
3. "BMW Roadside Assistance".
A voice connection is established to BMW
Roadside Assistance.
ConnectedDrive
Concierge service
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