BMW 7 Series: General information
This chapter addresses several aspects of using and comprehending the characteristics of the BMW 7 Series vehicle. In order to assist drivers in understanding the state of various vehicle systems while driving, it offers information about the instrument cluster and an explanation of warning lights, indications, gauges, and digital displays.
This chapter also covers the use of BMW's iDrive infotainment system, which includes menu navigation, multi-media function utilization, Bluetooth device connectivity, navigation system access, and setting modification.
The features of the onboard computer are also described, including trip computer data, fuel consumption statistics, service reminders, and other vehicle-related data that may be accessed via the onboard computer.
This chapter also includes maintenance guidelines, tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), fluid requirements, suggested service intervals, and other maintenance-related information.
To guarantee safe driving and passenger protection, general safety guidelines are offered. These include information on airbags, how to use seat belts, child safety features, and other safety-related topics.
Finally, the chapter may include advice on how to drive safely and effectively, how to save gas, how to drive in all types of weather and road conditions, and how to handle emergencies while driving.
- Using this Owner's Manual
- Symbols and displays
- For Your Own Safety
- Data memory
- Vehicle identification number
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Using this Owner's Manual
Orientation
The fastest way to find information on a particular
topic is by using the index.
An initial overview of the vehicle is provided in
the first chapter.
Validity of the Owner's Manual
Produc
Symbols and displays
Symbols in the Owner's Manual
Symbol Meaning
Precautions that must be followed
in
order to avoid the possibility of injury
to yourself and to others as well as
serious damage to the vehicle.
Measures
For Your Own Safety
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
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Output Shaft
NOTES ON REMOVING AND INSTALLING LOW PROFILE BAND CLAMPS
Notes
IMPORTANT: During removal Low Profile band clamp (dotted line) is
overstretched and must
not be reused!
Fig. 82: Identifying Low Profile Band Clamp (Dotted Line)
Removing
Place special tool 31 5 200 on tabs (1, 2).
NOTE: Make sure that
Replacing Return Line For Hydraulic Steering (From Cooler To
Steering Gear)
WARNING: DANGER OF POISONING if oil is ingested/absorbed through the
skin!
RISK OF INJURY if oil comes into contact with eyes and skin!
IMPORTANT: Adhere to the utmost cleanliness. Do not allow any dirt to
enter the hydraulic
system.
Close off line connections with seal plugs.
Recycling
Catch and
