BMW 7 Series: Replacing components
Vehicle features and
options
This chapter describes all standard, country-specific
and optional features offered with the series.
It also describes features and functions that are
not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due
to the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and systems.
When using these functions and systems,
the applicable laws and regulations must be observed.
Vehicle tool kit
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The onboard vehicle tool kit is located in the left
storage compartment of the cargo area.
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Safety information
NOTICE
The window may sustain damage if the wiper
falls onto it without the wiper blade installed.
There is a risk of damage to property. Hold the
wiper firmly when changing the wi
General information
The battery is maintenance-free.
More information about the battery can be requested
from a dealer's service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop.
Safety info
General information
The fuses are located at different places in the
vehicle.
Safety information
Warning
Incorrect and repaired fuses can overload electrical
lines and components. There is a risk of
f
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Unclip cover (1) at side recess (arrowed) and remove towards bottom.
Fig. 196: Locating Cover Side Recess
Unclip lamp housing (1) at side recess (arrowed).
Fig. 197: Locating Lamp Housing Recess
Disconnect flat connector (1) from flat connector contact.
Fig. 198: Identifying Flat Connector
CAUTIO
Integrated Chassis Management
Overview
With the E71, the notion of a higher-level driving dynamics control system
was implemented for the first time
in a standard model. This central function is also referred to as "Integrated
Chassis Management" ("ICM" for
short) and is integrated in the control