BMW 5 Series: Limits of the system
Due to the physical limits during the ultrasonic measurement, obstructions
may not be detected by the
Park Distance Control system. Several examples of this are shown below:
- If the objects are thin or wedge-shaped.
- When the objects are low.
- When objects that, due to their shape, have corners and sharp edges.
- With snow.
- If the objects have a porous surface.
A warning may also be displayed although there is no obstruction in the
detection range. This may be
the case in the following situations:
- When it is raining heavily.
- If the sensors are heavily soiled or iced over.
- If the sensors are covered with snow.
- If the street surface is rough.
- If there are bumps, e.g. speed bumps.
- In large right-angled buildings with smooth walls, e.g. underground car
parks.
- Due to heavy exhaust gas fumes.
- Due to other ultrasound sources.
To ensure the ultrasonic sensors remain fully operational, they must be kept
clean and free of ice.
When cleaning the sensors using a high pressure cleaner, avoid direct and
sustained contact with a
high-pressure water jet. Furthermore, when using high pressure cleaners, a
distance of at least 1 ft
(30 cm) from the sensors must be maintained.
The Park Distance Control cannot replace the driver's personal
judgement of the traffic situation. Also
check the traffic situation around the vehicle by looking around, otherwise
there may be a risk of an
accident as a result of road users or objects which lie outside the detection
range of the Park Distance
Control. Loud sound sources outside and inside the vehicle could drown out the
PDC signal.
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The Cross Traffic Alert was used for the first time in the G12. This warning
assists the driver when
maneuvering out of a parking space and in other everyday situations where it is
difficult to see
If a moving object is detected, which based on the current speed would be in
the area in front of or
behind the vehicle in approximately the next two seconds, a visual and acoustic
warning is issued
Various representations in the CID are possible depending on the vehicle
equipment.
The respective peripheral region in the PDC view flashes red if vehicles are
detected by the sensors.
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General information
The behavior of the vehicle when unlocking with
the vehicle key depends on the following settings for unlocking and locking:
If only the driver's door and the fuel filler flap
or all access to the vehicle will be unlocked.
If the unlocking of the vehicle is confirmed
with a
Intended use
Heed the following when using the vehicle:
Owner's Manual.
Information on the vehicle. Do not remove
stickers.
Technical vehicle data.
The traffic, speed, and safety laws where the
vehicle is driven.
Vehicle documents and statutory documents.
Warranty
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