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available, or may become available in the fu-
ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
Vehicle features and options
Additional information:
This chapter describes model-specific equip-
ment, systems, and functions that are currently
Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
Airbags
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Front airbag, driver
Front airbag, front passenger
Head airbag
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5
Side airbag
Knee airbag
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3
Front airbags
Side airbag
In the event of a side collision, the side airbag
protects the side of the body in the chest and
lap area.
The front airbag helps protect the driver and
front passenger in the event of a frontal impact
in which the seat belts alone would not provide
adequate protection.
Head airbag
In the event of a side collision, the head airbag
protects the head.
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shoulder rests against the backrest when
crossing the hands and the upper body
is as far back as possible while still main-
taining a comfortable grip on the steering
wheel.
Ejection Mitigation
The head airbag system is designed as an
ejection mitigation countermeasure to reduce
the likelihood of ejections of vehicle occupants
through side windows during rollovers or side
collision events.
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Make sure that the front passenger is sit-
ting correctly, i.e., with their feet and legs in
the footwell, not resting on the dashboard.
Knee airbag
The availability of the knee airbag depends on
the national-market version.
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Make sure that occupants keep their heads
away from the side airbag.
There should be no additional persons, an-
imals or objects between an airbag and a
person.
The knee airbag protects the legs in the event
of a frontal impact.
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Dashboard and windshield on the pas-
senger's side must stay clear - do not at-
tach adhesive film or coverings and do not
attach brackets or cables, for instance for
navigation devices or mobile phones.
Protective effect
General information
Airbags are not deployed in every impact sit-
uation, e.g., in less severe accidents.
Do not bond the airbag cover panels with
adhesive, do not cover them or modify
them in any way.
Information on optimum protective
effect of the airbags
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Do not use the cover of the front airbag on
the passenger's side as a storage area.
Warning
Keep storage compartments near the air-
bags closed, e.g., glove compartment or
center armrest.
If the seat position is incorrect, the seat
belts are fastened incorrectly or the deploy-
ment area of the airbags is impaired, the
airbag system cannot provide protection as
intended and may cause additional injuries
due to deployment. There is a risk of injury
or danger to life. Follow the information on
achieving the optimum protective effect of the
airbag system.
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Do not place slip covers, seat cushions,
or other objects on the front seats unless
they are specifically designed for seats with
integrated airbags.
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Do not hang pieces of clothing such as
jackets over the backrests.
Do not modify individual components or
wiring. This also applies to steering wheel
covers, the dashboard, and the seats.
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Keep a distance from the airbags.
Fasten the seat belts correctly.
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Do not disassemble the airbag system.
Always grasp the steering wheel on the
steering wheel rim. Hold your hands at the
3 o'clock and 9 o'clock positions to keep the
risk of injury to your hands or arms as low
as possible when the airbag is deployed.
Even when you follow all instructions very
closely, injury from contact with the airbags
cannot be fully ruled out in certain situations.
The ignition and inflation noise may lead
to short-term and, in most cases, temporary
hearing impairment in sensitive occupants.
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Adjust seat and steering wheel so that
hands can be crossed over the steering
wheel. Select the settings so that the
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Vehicle modifications for a person with disabil-
ities may affect the air bag system; contact
BMW Customer Relations for further informa-
tion.
Malfunction
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Warning light does not illuminate
when drive-ready state is turned on.
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The warning light illuminates con-
tinuously.
Warnings and information on the airbags are
also found on the sun visors.
The airbag system or the seat belt tension-
ers may not be operational. Have the vehicle
checked immediately by an authorized service
center or another qualified service center or
repair shop.
Operational readiness of the airbag
system
Safety information
Setting the front seat positions
The power that deploys the driver's/front
passenger airbags depends on the position of
the driver's/front passenger seat.
Warning
Individual components can be hot after de-
ployment of the airbag system. There is a risk
of injury. Do not touch individual components.
To maintain the accuracy of this function, cali-
brate the electrical front seats as soon as a re-
spective message appears on the control dis-
play.
Warning
Improperly executed work can lead to failure,
malfunction or unintentional deployment of
the airbag system. In the case of a malfunc-
tion, the airbag system might not deploy as
intended despite the accident severity. There
is a risk of injury or danger to life. Have the
airbag system checked, repaired, disassem-
bled, and scrapped by an authorized service
center or another qualified service center or
repair shop.
Additional information:
Seats, refer to page 106.
Automatic deactivation of
front passenger airbag
Principle
The automatic front passenger airbag deacti-
vation can detect if the front passenger seat is
occupied.
Display in the instrument cluster
The front passenger airbag is activated or de-
activated accordingly.
When drive-ready state is turned on,
the warning light in the instrument
cluster illuminates briefly, thereby indi-
cating the operational readiness of the entire
airbag system and the seat belt tensioners.
Safety information
Warning
To ensure the front passenger airbag func-
tion, the system must be able to detect
whether a person is sitting in the front pass-
enger seat. The entire seat surface must be
used for this purpose. There is a risk of injury
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or danger to life. Make sure that the front
passenger keeps his or her feet in the foot-
well.
Indicator light, front passenger
airbag
The front passenger airbag indicator light in
the headliner indicates the operating state of
the front passenger airbag.
Functional requirements
To enable accurate recognition of the occupied
seat surface:
The light indicates whether the airbag is acti-
vated or deactivated.
After drive-ready state is switched on, the light
illuminates briefly and then indicates whether
the airbag is activated or deactivated.
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Do not attach covers, cushions, ball mats
or other items to the front passenger seat
unless they are specifically determined to
be safe for use on the front passenger seat.
Display
Function
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Do not place objects under the seat that
can press against the seat from below.
The indicator light is contin-
uously illuminated when the
seat is not occupied or when a
child is detected on the seat in
a provided child restraint sys-
tem as intended. The airbag
on the front passenger's side
is not activated.
Sit upright in the seat with your back
against the backrest.
Sit down with your feet touching the floor.
Installing child restraint systems
To enable accurate recognition of the occupied
seat surface of the front passenger seat:
The indicator light does not il-
luminate when, for instance, a
correctly seated person of suf-
ficient size is detected on the
seat. The airbag on the front
passenger's side is activated.
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Pay attention to the specifications and the
operating and safety information of the
child restraint system manufacturer when
using child restraint systems.
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Make sure that the seat surface of the child
restraint system rests as flat as possible on
the seat surface.
When the front passenger seat is occupied,
check the indicator light in the headliner before
and while driving.
Move the head restraint up or remove it to
ensure that the child restraint system rests
as flat as possible against the rear seat
backrest.
Fault of the automatic deactivation
system
For adolescents and adults, the front pass-
enger airbag may deactivate in certain seat
positions. In this case, the indicator light for
the front passenger airbag illuminates in the
headliner.
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Observe the maximum size of the child re-
straint system, for example to avoid possi-
ble touching the roof.
Before transporting a child on the front pass-
enger seat, refer to the safety information and
instructions for children on the front passenger
seat, see Children.
In this case, change the seat position so that
the front passenger airbag activates and the
indicator light goes out.
More information: installation of child restraint
systems, refer to page 122.
If it is not possible to activate the airbags, have
the person sit in the rear seat.
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surrounding traffic situation closely, be ready
to take over steering and braking at any time,
and actively intervene where appropriate.
Occupancy detection
The occupant detection system satisfies the
legal requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard FMVSS 208 and deactivates
the front passenger airbag under certain con-
ditions.
Warning
Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a
substitute for the driver’s personal judgment.
Due to its limits, the system may not issue
warnings or responses, or these may be is-
sued late or in a manner that is not consis-
tent with their normal use. There is a risk of
accident, injury, and property damage. Adjust
driving style to traffic conditions. Watch sur-
rounding traffic closely and actively intervene
where appropriate
Collision warning systems
General information
Depending on the equipment, the vehicle has
different systems that can help prevent the risk
of imminent collision.
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Forward Collision Mitigation with brake in-
tervention, refer to page 181.
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Exit warning, refer to page 190.
Sensors
Lane departure warning, refer to page 192.
Depending on vehicle equipment, the Intelli-
gent Safety systems are controlled by the fol-
lowing sensors:
Active Blind Spot Detection, refer to
page 195.
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Side collision mitigation, refer to page 198.
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Camera behind the windshield.
Front radar sensor.
Rear-end collision preparation, refer to
page 199.
Radar sensors, side, front.
Radar sensors, side, rear.
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Traffic Light And Sign Warning, refer to
page 200.
Additional information:
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Wrong way warning, refer to page 202.
Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 36.
No Turn on Red function, refer to
page 203.
Turning on/turning off collision
warning systems
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Emergency Stop Assistant, refer to
page 204.
Depending on national-market version, some
of the systems are automatically activated
whenever you start driving.
Safety information
The following functions are adjustable.
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
the traffic situation. Based on the limits of
the system, it cannot independently react to
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-
dent, injury, and property damage. Adjust
driving style to traffic conditions. Watch the
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver Assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. Select the desired settings.
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Resetting the settings
The settings of the collision warning systems
can be reset to the default settings at vehicle
outbound delivery.
Forward Collision Mitigation
with brake intervention
Principle
1.
Apps menu
The Forward Collision Mitigation can help
prevent accidents. If an accident cannot be
avoided, the system can help reduce the se-
verity of the accident.
2. "Vehicle"
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver Assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. "Reset to recommended settings"
The system can issue a warning of a possible
risk of collision and activate the brakes inde-
pendently, if needed.
System limits
General information
Depending on the equipment version, the For-
ward Collision Mitigation system includes the
following functions:
Safety information
Warning
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Warning function in rear-end collision situa-
tions, refer to page 184.
Because of system limitations, this system
may either not respond, or respond too late,
incorrectly, or without cause. There is a risk
of accident, injury, and property damage. Ac-
tively intervene as warranted. Refer to the in-
formation in this Owner’s Manual regarding
the scope of the system’s operation and limi-
tations.
Warning function for oncoming traffic, refer
to page 185.
Warning function for turning with oncoming
traffic, refer to page 186.
Warning function for pedestrians, refer to
page 187.
Warning function at intersections, refer to
page 188.
Detection capability
The system's detection capability is limited.
Evasion Assistant, refer to page 189.
The system only takes into account objects
that are located in the detection range of the
installed sensors and are detected by the sys-
tem.
Safety information
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
the traffic situation. Based on the limits of
the system, it cannot independently react to
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-
dent, injury, and property damage. Adjust
driving style to traffic conditions. Watch the
surrounding traffic situation closely, be ready
to take over steering and braking at any time,
and actively intervene where appropriate.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the area
is monitored by cameras or radar sensors.
Thus, a system response might not come or
might come late.
System limits of the sensors
Additional information:
Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 36.
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Warning
Turning on system manually
The system is activated by setting the warning
time.
Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a
substitute for the driver’s personal judgment.
Due to its limits, the system may not issue
warnings or responses, or these may be is-
sued late or in a manner that is not consis-
tent with their normal use. There is a risk of
accident, injury, and property damage. Adjust
driving style to traffic conditions. Watch sur-
rounding traffic closely and actively intervene
where appropriate
Additional information:
Setting the warning time, refer to page 182.
Turning system off manually
Depending on national-market version, the ad-
justment can only be made when the vehicle is
at a standstill or in a very low speed range.
If necessary, the switch-off must be confirmed
successively on the control display.
1.
Apps menu
Sensors
2. "Vehicle"
Depending on the equipment, the system is
controlled by the following sensors:
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver Assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. "Forward Collision Mitigation"
7. "Off"
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Camera behind the windshield.
Front radar sensor.
Radar sensors, side, front.
Additional information:
Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 36.
Setting the warning time
1.
Apps menu
Speed range
The system issues a warning of a possi-
ble risk of collision at speeds above approx.
3 mph/5 km/h.
2. "Vehicle"
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver Assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. "Forward Collision Mitigation"
7. Select the desired setting.
If the vehicle speed exceeds approx.
155 mph/250 km/h, the system is deactivated
temporarily.
Some functions are deactivated earlier.
The more sensitive the warning time is set to
be, the more warnings will be displayed. The
system can therefore also issue more early or
unfounded warnings and reactions.
The system is enabled as soon as the speed
drops below these values again.
Turning the Forward Collision
Mitigation on/off
The system checks for visual impairments. De-
pending on the vehicle equipment, the Driver
Attention Camera in the instrument cluster
captures the driver’s field of vision. Visibility
and field of vision also affect the timing of the
warnings.
Turning on the system automatically
Depending on the national-market version, the
system is automatically active after every de-
parture.
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There is a risk of collision. Intervene imme-
diately.
Display in the instrument cluster
The following indicator lights and warning
lights are shown on the instrument cluster and,
depending on vehicle equipment, on the Head-
up display:
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A warning signal sounds:
There is a risk of collision. Intervene imme-
diately.
Automatic brake intervention:
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Meaning
Depending on the equipment and situation
in case of risk of imminent collision, the
system can also intervene with an auto-
matic brake intervention and automatically
decelerate the vehicle, if necessary, to a
complete stop.
Risk of collision with a person, e.g., a
pedestrian.
Risk of collision, for instance with an
oncoming or a vehicle driving ahead.
When the brake pedal is depressed quickly and
hard, the maximum brake power of the vehicle
is used.
Risk of collision, e.g., with a vehicle
crossing from the right.
Risk of collision, e.g., with a vehicle
crossing from the left.
Automatic brake intervention
In case of a risk of collision, the system can
assist with an automatic brake intervention, if
necessary.
General risk of collision.
When the vehicle is traveling at a low speed,
the vehicle may come to a complete stop.
The corresponding indicator lights and warn-
ing lights may display differently if the system
detects multiple objects.
During automatic brake intervention, Dynamic
Stability Control activates automatically.
A brake intervention can be canceled by de-
pressing the accelerator pedal with sufficient
force, releasing the brake pedal, or by actively
steering.
Warning function
The Forward Collision Mitigation warns on dif-
ferent warning levels, depending on the re-
spective hazardous situation.
Depending on the equipment and situation,
the brake intervention can occur up to approx.
155 mph/250 km/h.
In the event of a prewarning, a warning light
illuminates red. In the event of an acute warn-
ing, a warning light flashes red and a warning
tone sounds.
At speeds above approx. 130 mph/210 km/h,
only a brief brake intervention will occur.
In the event of a system warning, the driver
must intervene immediately and in accordance
with the situation.
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Red warning light illuminates:
A hazardous situation has been detected.
Increased awareness is required.
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Red warning light flashes:
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System limits
Warning function in forward
collision situations
Safety information
Principle
Warning
The warning function in forward collision situa-
tions warns of a possible risk of collision and
may brake independently.
Because of system limitations, this system
may either not respond, or respond too late,
incorrectly, or without cause. There is a risk
of accident, injury, and property damage. Ac-
tively intervene as warranted. Refer to the in-
formation in this Owner’s Manual regarding
the scope of the system’s operation and limi-
tations.
In the event of an accident, the system helps
by reducing impact speed.
General information
Detection capability
The system's detection capability is limited.
The system only takes into account objects
that are located in the detection range of the
installed sensors and are detected by the sys-
tem.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the area
is monitored by cameras or radar sensors.
Sensors detect the traffic situation in their de-
tection range.
Thus, a system response might not come or
might come late.
The system issues a warning of a possible risk
of collision with vehicles at speeds above ap-
prox. 3 mph/5 km/h. The timing of warnings
may vary with the current driving situation.
System limits of the sensors
Additional information:
The system considers the driver’s vehicle han-
dling when responding. If an active driving
style is detected, warnings and brake interven-
tions occur less frequently.
Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 36.
Functional limitations
The system may be limited in the following
situations:
Safety information
Follow the safety information in Chapter “For-
ward Collision Mitigation”.
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In tight curves.
With limitation of the driving stability control
systems.
Display in the instrument cluster
If there is a risk of collision with a detected
vehicle, a warning light is displayed.
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Up to 10 seconds after turning on drive-
ready state using the Start/Stop button.
Also, do not use Forward Collision Mitigation
when towing.
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General information
Icon
Meaning
Forward Collision Warning with a de-
tected vehicle.
General risk of collision.
Warning function
The warning prompts the driver to intervene.
Sensors detect the traffic situation in their de-
tection range.
Additional information:
Forward Collision Mitigation, refer to page 181.
The system issues a warning of a possible risk
of collision with vehicles at speeds above ap-
prox. 3 mph/5 km/h. The timing of warnings
may vary with the current driving situation.
System limits
General information
Follow the system limits in the "Forward Colli-
sion Mitigation" chapter.
Safety information
Follow the safety information in Chapter “For-
ward Collision Mitigation”.
Detection range
The following situations may not be detected,
or only detected with a delay, for instance:
Display in the instrument cluster
If there is a risk of collision with a detected
vehicle, a warning light is displayed.
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Vehicle driving slowly in front and being ap-
proached at high speed.
Vehicles that suddenly swerve in front of
you, or strongly decelerating vehicles.
Icon
Meaning
Oncoming traffic warning when a ve-
hicle is detected.
Vehicles with unusual rear designs.
General risk of collision.
Warning function for
oncoming traffic
Warning function
The warning prompts the driver to intervene.
Principle
The warning function for oncoming traffic can
warn of a possible risk of collision with oncom-
ing vehicles and may brake independently.
In case of a possible risk of collision, a brake
intervention is triggered.
Additional information:
In the event of an accident, the system helps
by reducing impact speed.
Forward Collision Mitigation, refer to page 181.
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System limits
Safety information
Follow the safety information in Chapter “For-
ward Collision Mitigation”.
General information
Follow the system limits in the "Forward Colli-
sion Mitigation" chapter.
Display in the instrument cluster
If there is a risk of collision with a detected
vehicle, a warning light is displayed.
Detection range
The following situations may not be detected,
for instance:
Icon
Meaning
Oncoming traffic warning when a ve-
hicle is detected.
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Oncoming vehicles at a very high speed.
Vehicles with an unusual front view.
General risk of collision.
Warning function for turning
with oncoming traffic
Warning function
The warning prompts the driver to intervene.
Principle
There is a risk of an accident with oncom-
ing vehicles when turning across the oncom-
ing lane. The system can issue a warning of
a possible risk of collision and activate the
brakes independently, if needed.
Additional information:
Forward Collision Mitigation, refer to page 181.
System limits
In the event of an accident, the system helps
by reducing impact speed.
General information
Follow the system limits in the "Forward Colli-
sion Mitigation" chapter.
General information
Detection range
The following situations may not be detected,
for instance:
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Oncoming vehicles at a very high speed.
Vehicles that are hidden by other vehicles.
Vehicles with an unusual front view.
Upper speed limit
Sensors detect the traffic situation in their de-
tection range.
The system is active when the own speed is
below approx. 15 mph/25 km/h.
The system issues a warning of a possible risk
of collision with oncoming vehicles at speeds
from approx. 3 mph/5 km/h. The timing of
warnings may vary with the current driving sit-
uation.
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Display in the instrument cluster
If there is a risk of collision with a detected pe-
destrian or cyclist, a warning light is displayed.
Warning function for
pedestrians
Icon
Meaning
Principle
Risk of collision with a person, e.g., a
pedestrian.
At speeds that are common in towns and cit-
ies, the warning function warns the driver of a
possible risk of collision with pedestrians and
cyclists. The system may brake automatically.
General risk of collision.
In the event of an accident, the system helps
by reducing impact speed.
Warning function
The warning prompts the driver to intervene.
General information
Additional information:
Forward Collision Mitigation, refer to page 181.
System limits
General information
Follow the system limits in the "Forward Colli-
sion Mitigation" chapter.
Sensors detect the traffic situation in their de-
tection range when on a straight line.
Detection range
The detection range consists of the following
parts:
Sensors detect the traffic situation in their de-
tection range when turning.
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Area in front of the vehicle, arrow 1.
The system issues a warning of a possible
risk of collision with pedestrians or cyclists at
speeds above approx. 3 mph/5 km/h.
With side radar sensors in front: side areas,
arrows 2.
The following situations may not be detected,
for instance:
Safety information
Follow the safety information in Chapter “For-
ward Collision Mitigation”.
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Partially covered pedestrians or bikes.
At intersections and junctions, a warning is is-
sued when a risk of collision with crossing traf-
fic is detected.
Pedestrians that are not detected as such
because of their contour or posture.
The system issues a warning of a possible risk
of collision with vehicles at speeds above ap-
prox. 3 mph/5 km/h.
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Pedestrians who are too small for the sen-
sors to detect.
The timing of warnings may vary with the cur-
rent driving situation.
Upper speed limit
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the
system responds to pedestrians and cyclists
when your vehicle speed is less than approx.
50 mph/80 km/h.
Safety information
Follow the safety information in Chapter “For-
ward Collision Mitigation”.
Warning function at
intersections
Display in the instrument cluster
If there is a risk of collision with a detected
vehicle, a warning light is displayed.
Principle
Icon
Meaning
At speeds that are common in towns and cit-
ies, the Intersection Collision Warning function
can warn the driver of a possible risk of colli-
sion with crossing traffic at intersections and
junctions. The system may brake automati-
cally.
Risk of collision with vehicle crossing
from the right.
Risk of collision with vehicle crossing
from the left.
In the event of an accident, the system helps
by reducing impact speed.
General risk of collision.
General information
Warning function
The warning prompts the driver to intervene.
Additional information:
Forward Collision Mitigation, refer to page 181.
System limits
General information
Follow the system limits in the "Forward Colli-
sion Mitigation" chapter.
Sensors detect the traffic situation in their de-
tection range.
Vehicles crossing your driving direction can be
detected by the system as soon as these vehi-
cles enter into detection range of the sensors.
Detection range
The following situations may not be detected,
for instance:
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Crossing vehicles when they are hidden,
e.g. by buildings.
Safety information
Follow the safety information in Chapter “For-
ward Collision Mitigation”.
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Vehicles with an unusual side view.
Vehicles in highly dynamic driving situa-
tions.
Functional requirements
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Forward Collision Mitigation is active.
Upper speed limit
The system responds to crossing vehicles
when the vehicle speed is below approx.
50 mph/80 km/h.
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Sensors detect sufficient clearance around
vehicle.
Speed range
The Evasion Assistant helps the driver
when the vehicle speed is between approx.
19 mph/30 km/h to 100 mph/160 km/h.
Evasion Assistant
Principle
Display in the instrument cluster
If there is a risk of collision with a detected
vehicle or detected person, e.g., a pedestrian,
a warning light is displayed.
The Evasion Assistant can help the driver per-
form evasive maneuvers in certain situations,
e.g., when obstacles or pedestrians appear
suddenly.
Icon
Meaning
General information
Warning when a vehicle is detected.
Risk of collision with a pedestrian.
Risk of collision with unknown obsta-
cle.
Warning function with evasion
support
If the vehicle approaches another object at a
high differential speed, a warning is displayed
if there is an immediate risk of collision.
The system issues a warning and intervenes
to support the driver if a lateral evasive ma-
neuver is possible.
Sensors monitor and detect the clearance in
front of the vehicle. Depending on the vehicle
equipment, the areas next to the vehicle are
also monitored.
Intervene in case of a warning.
The system is designed to provide assistance
during evasive maneuvers when there is a risk
of collision.
If the system detects sufficient free space
alongside the vehicle, it helps the driver per-
form an evasive maneuver safely.
A message in the instrument cluster and, de-
pending on the equipment, in the Head-up dis-
play signals the evasion support.
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Depending on the vehicle equipment, the area
around the vehicle in front of the vehicle is
monitored as well. Two additional radar sen-
sors are located in the front bumper.
System limits
General information
Follow the system limits in the "Forward Colli-
sion Mitigation" chapter.
The system monitors the vehicle's surround-
ings for a limited time after you get in or park.
Detection range
The following situations may not be detected,
for instance:
A possible risk of collision is indicated by vari-
ous warning functions.
Safety information
Follow the safety information in the "Forward
Collision Mitigation" chapter.
▷
Vehicle driving slowly in front and being ap-
proached at high speed.
▷
Vehicles that suddenly swerve in front of
you, or strongly decelerating vehicles.
Sensors
▷
▷
▷
▷
Vehicles with unusual rear designs.
Two-wheeled vehicles ahead of you.
Partially covered pedestrians or bikes.
The system is controlled by the following sen-
sors:
▷
▷
Radar sensors, side, rear.
Pedestrians that are not detected as such
because of their contour or posture.
Depending on the equipment: radar sen-
sors, side, front.
▷
Pedestrians who are too small for the sen-
sors to detect.
Turning the exit warning on/off
Exit warning
Turning on the system automatically
The exit warning activates automatically after
departure if the function was switched on at
the completion of the last trip.
Principle
The exit warning helps to avoid accidents.
The system can warn the occupants when
they are opening the doors and a risk of colli-
sion with approaching objects is detected.
Turning system off manually
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver Assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. "Exit warning"
General information
7. Select the desired setting.
Depending on national-market version, this
system activates automatically at the start of
every drive.
Two radar sensors in the rear bumper monitor
the area behind the vehicle.
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Ambient light
Adjusting the exit warning
Depending on the equipment, warnings are
also indicated by the ambient light in the inte-
rior.
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver Assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. "Exit warning"
Warning function
Prewarning
In the event of an advance warning, the warn-
ing light in the exterior mirror illuminates. De-
pending on the equipment, the ambient light
also flashes.
7. Select the desired setting.
Depending on national-market version, it may
not be possible to configure the Exit Warning.
An object was detected in the opening area.
Increased awareness is required.
Turning the warning signal on/off
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
Acute warning
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver Assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. "Exit warning"
In the event of an acute warning, the warn-
ing light in the exterior mirror flashes, as does
the ambient light, depending on vehicle equip-
ment. In addition, a signal tone sounds.
There is a risk of collision when opening the
doors.
7. "Warning tone"
Depending on national-market version, the
warning tone cannot be turned off.
System limits
Displays
General information
Follow the system limits in the "Collision warn-
ing systems" chapter.
Warning light in exterior mirror
Detection range
The following situations may not be detected,
for instance:
▷
▷
▷
Fully or partially hidden objects.
Stationary or very slow objects.
Pedestrians.
Functional limitations
The system may be limited in the following
situations:
The warning light in the exterior mirror warns
of a possible collision with a detected vehicle.
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▷
The speed of an approaching vehicle is too
fast or too slow.
Safety information
▷
▷
In curves.
Warning
In case of fully or partially hidden objects.
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
road and traffic situations. There is a risk of
accident, injury, and property damage. Adjust
driving style to traffic conditions. Watch sur-
rounding traffic closely and actively intervene
where appropriate Do not jerk the steering
wheel in response to a warning.
Lane Departure Warning
with active return
Principle
The lane departure warning alerts when the
vehicle is about to run off the road or exit the
lane.
Warning
An automatic steering intervention helps to
keep the vehicle in its lane.
Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a
substitute for the driver’s personal judgment.
Due to its limits, the system may not issue
warnings or responses, or these may be is-
sued late or in a manner that is not consis-
tent with their normal use. There is a risk of
accident, injury, and property damage. Adjust
driving style to traffic conditions. Watch sur-
rounding traffic closely and actively intervene
where appropriate
General information
Functional requirement
The camera must detect the lane boundaries
for the lane departure warning to be active.
Sensors detect the traffic situation in their de-
tection range.
The areas of the sensors must be clean and
clear.
The system issues a warning starting at a min-
imum speed. The minimum speed is country-
specific and displayed on the control display.
Sensors
Various warning functions from this system
help the driver keep their vehicle in their lane.
Depending on the equipment, the system is
controlled by the following sensors:
The system does not provide a warning if the
turn signal is set in the respective direction be-
fore exiting the lane.
▷
▷
▷
Camera behind the windshield.
Front radar sensor.
Radar sensor, side, front.
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lane marking, a warning is issued. The
system performs a steering intervention.
Turning the Lane Departure
Warning on/off
▷
"In dangerous situations"
Turning on the system automatically
Depending on the national-market version, the
system is automatically active after every de-
parture.
Broken road lines: If the system detects
that the vehicle is about to inadvertently
cross a lane marking, or if the sensors
detect an oncoming vehicle, a warning
is issued and a steering intervention is
performed.
Turning on system manually
Depending on national-market version,
with continuous lane markings: If the
system detects that your vehicle is
about to inadvertently leave your lane
or cross a lane marking, a warning is is-
sued and a steering intervention is per-
formed.
The system is activated by the selected warn-
ing setting.
Additional information:
Configuring the warning, refer to page 193.
Turning system off manually
Depending on vehicle equipment and national-
market version, you must successively confirm
the switch-off on the control display.
Setting the intensity of the steering
wheel vibration
1.
Apps menu
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
2. "Vehicle"
3. "Driving settings"
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver Assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. "Lane Departure Warning"
7. "Off"
4. "Driver Assistance"
5. "Feedback via steering wheel"
6. "Vibration intensity"
7. Select the desired setting.
The setting is applied to all collision warning
systems.
Setting Lane Departure Warning
Depending on the national-market
version: turning steering intervention
on/off
Configuring the warning
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
1.
Apps menu
3. "Driving settings"
2. "Vehicle"
4. "Driver Assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. "Lane Departure Warning"
7. Select the desired setting.
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver Assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. "Lane Departure Warning"
7. "Steering intervention"
▷
"Expanded"
If the system detects that your vehicle
is about to leave your lane or cross a
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Depending on the national-market version, the
steering intervention is automatically active af-
ter every driving off.
When the turn signal is switched on in the cor-
responding direction before changing the lane,
a warning is not issued.
Steering intervention
Display in the instrument cluster
Depending on the equipment and the national-
market version: if a lane marking is crossed in
the speed range up to 130 mph/210 km/h, the
system intervenes with a brief active steering
intervention in addition to vibrating. The sys-
tem supports the driver in keeping the vehicle
within the lane. The steering intervention can
be noticed on the steering wheel and can be
manually overridden at any time.
Different system statuses are displayed on
the instrument cluster, depending on vehicle
equipment and national-market version.
Icon
Meaning
Indicator light flashes green: System
is actively issuing a warning. If neces-
sary, the system performs a steering
intervention.
During an active steering intervention, a light is
displayed on the instrument cluster.
Depending on vehicle equipment and national-
market version, information for the system is
displayed in the Assisted View of the instru-
ment cluster.
For instance, the steering intervention will be
suppressed in the following situations:
▷
▷
▷
▷
With hard accelerating or braking.
When flashing.
Additional information:
Assisted View, refer to page 159.
With hazard warning system switched on.
In driving situation with high driving dynam-
ics.
Warning function
▷
While Dynamic Stability Control regulates
driving stability.
General information
Different warnings are issued by the Lane De-
parture Warning system, depending on situa-
tion and speed:
▷
▷
While Dynamic Stability Control is limited.
Immediately following a steering interven-
tion by the vehicle systems.
▷
Indicator lights and warning lights on the
instrument cluster.
End of warning
For instance, the warning or an active steering
intervention will be canceled in the following
situations:
▷
▷
▷
Vibration of steering wheel.
Steering intervention.
Warning tone.
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
Automatically after a few seconds.
When returning to your own lane.
With hard accelerating or braking.
With hazard warning system switched on.
When flashing.
Steering wheel vibration
If you leave the lane and if a lane boundary
has been detected, the steering wheel vibrates
in accordance with the steering wheel vibration
setting.
Additionally, a light is displayed on the instru-
ment cluster.
While Dynamic Stability Control regulates
driving stability.
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▷
Immediately following a steering interven-
tion by the vehicle systems.
▷
▷
▷
Up to 10 seconds after turning on drive-
ready state using the Start/Stop button.
▷
▷
With manual steering intervention.
While Dynamic Stability Control regulates
driving stability.
When another driver assistance system is
activated, if applicable.
While Dynamic Stability Control is limited.
▷
▷
No lane boundaries detected.
A Check Control message may be displayed
when the system is limited. A yellow warning
light also illuminates, depending on national-
market version.
When the system limits are reached.
Warning signal
A warning tone sounds if the driver does
not actively steer after the Lane Departure
Warning system has performed multiple active
steering interventions within one minute.
Active Blind Spot Detection
with active return
In addition, a Check Control message is dis-
played.
Principle
Active Blind Spot Detection detects vehicles
in the blind spot or vehicles approaching from
behind in the adjacent lane.
The warning tone and Check Control message
advise the driver to pay closer attention to their
lane.
The warning light in the exterior mirror gives
warnings at different levels.
The longer warning tone is stopped if the
driver takes control of the steering.
An automatic steering intervention helps to
keep the vehicle in its lane.
System limits
General information
Follow the system limits in the "Collision warn-
ing systems" chapter.
General information
Functional limitations
The system may be limited in the following
situations:
▷
▷
In the event of missing, worn, poorly visible,
merging, diverging, or multiple lane boun-
daries such as in construction areas.
Radar sensors monitor the area behind and
next to the vehicle when traveling faster than a
minimum speed.
With lane boundaries that are covered in
snow, ice, dirt or water.
▷
▷
In tight corners or on narrow roads.
The minimum speed is country-specific and
displayed in the Active Blind Spot Detection
menu.
With lane boundaries that are covered by
objects.
▷
When driving very close to the vehicle in
front of you.
The system indicates whether there are vehi-
cles in your blind spot, arrow 1, or approaching
from behind in an adjacent lane, arrow 2. The
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warning light in the exterior mirror illuminates
dimly.
Adjusting the Active Blind Spot
Detection
The system will warn in the previously named
situations prior to a lane change. The warn-
ing light in the exterior mirror flashes and the
steering wheel vibrates.
Configuring the warning
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
When turning at a speed of up to approx.
12 mph/20 km/h, the steering wheel will not
vibrate.
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver Assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. "Active Blind Spot Detection"
7. Select the desired setting.
Safety information
Follow the safety information in the "Forward
Collision Mitigation" chapter.
Setting the intensity of the steering
wheel vibration
Sensors
1.
Apps menu
The system is controlled by the following sen-
sors:
2. "Vehicle"
▷
▷
▷
Camera behind the windshield.
Radar sensors, side, rear.
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver Assistance"
5. "Feedback via steering wheel"
6. "Vibration intensity"
7. Select the desired setting.
Depending on the equipment: radar sen-
sors, side, front.
Functional requirement
The areas of the sensors must be clean and
clear.
The setting is applied to all collision warning
systems.
Depending on the national-market
version: turning steering intervention
on/off
Turning Active Blind Spot Detection
on/off
1.
Apps menu
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
2. "Vehicle"
3. "Driving settings"
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver Assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. "Active Blind Spot Detection"
7. Select the desired setting.
4. "Driver Assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. "Active Blind Spot Detection"
7. "Steering intervention"
Depending on vehicle equipment and national-
market version, the system activates automati-
cally whenever you start driving.
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helps return the vehicle into the lane. The
steering intervention can be noticed on the
steering wheel and can be manually overrid-
den at any time.
Warning function
Warning light in exterior mirror
The steering intervention is carried out from
a minimum speed. The minimum speed is dis-
played on the control display.
Warning light flashing
When the vehicle is unlocked, the warning light
in the exterior mirror flashes for self-testing
purposes.
The warning light in the exterior mirror warns
of a possible collision with a detected vehicle.
System limits
General information
Follow the system limits in the "Collision warn-
ing systems" chapter.
Prewarning
The dimmed warning light in the exterior mirror
indicates when vehicles are in your blind spot
or approaching from the rear.
Upper speed limit
If the vehicle speed exceeds approx.
155 mph/250 km/h, the system is deactivated
temporarily.
Acute warning
When an acute warning occurs, the steering
wheel vibrates briefly. The warning light in the
exterior mirror flashes brightly.
If the vehicle speed falls below approx.
155 mph/250 km/h, the system is reactivated.
An acute warning is issued if the following con-
ditions are met:
Displaying warnings
▷
▷
▷
Another vehicle is located in the critical
area.
The number of warnings shown depends on
how the settings are configured. However,
there may also be an excess of unwarranted
warnings of critical situations.
Your own vehicle is approaching the other
lane.
Depending on the system setting when the
turn signal is turned on.
Functional limitations
The system may be limited in the following
situations:
The warning stops when the other vehicle has
left the critical area.
▷
When a vehicle is approaching at a speed
much faster than your own.
Steering intervention
Depending on the national-market version:
when there is no response to the vibration
of the steering wheel at speeds of up to
130 mph/210 km/h and the lane marking
is crossed, the system engages the active
steering intervention. The steering intervention
▷
▷
In tight corners or on narrow roads.
The bumper is dirty, iced up or covered,
for instance by stickers.
Depending on the national-market version, the
steering intervention e.g. in the following situa-
tions:
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▷
▷
In the event of missing, worn, poorly visible,
merging, diverging, or multiple lane boun-
daries such as in construction areas.
with this vehicle, the system helps avoid a col-
lision. For this purpose, the system issues a
warning with a flashing LED in the exterior mir-
ror, a Check Control message and a vibrating
steering wheel. If necessary, an active steering
intervention is performed by the system.
With lane boundaries that are covered in
snow, ice, dirt or water.
▷
▷
With lane boundaries that are not white.
With lane boundaries that are covered by
objects.
Safety information
Follow the safety information in the "Forward
Collision Mitigation" chapter.
▷
When driving very close to the vehicle in
front of you.
▷
▷
If the camera is impaired.
Functional requirement
The camera behind the windshield determines
the lane boundary positions.
Up to 10 seconds after turning on drive-
ready state using the Start/Stop button.
A Check Control message may be displayed
when the system is limited. A yellow warning
light also illuminates, depending on national-
market version.
The camera must detect the lane markings for
the side collision mitigation with steering inter-
vention to be active.
Sensors
The system is controlled by the following sen-
sors:
Side collision mitigation
▷
▷
▷
Camera behind the windshield.
Radar sensors, side, front.
Radar sensors, side, rear.
Principle
The side-collision warning helps to avoid an
impending side collision.
Turning the side collision warning
on/off
General information
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver Assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. "Side collision warning"
7. Select the desired setting.
Radar sensors monitor the space next to the
vehicle when traveling faster than a minimum
speed and up to approx. 130 mph/210 km/h.
Setting the intensity of the steering
wheel vibration
1.
Apps menu
The minimum speed is country-specific and
displayed on the control display.
2. "Vehicle"
If, for example, another vehicle is detected next
to your vehicle and there is a risk of collision
3. "Driving settings"
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4. "Driver Assistance"
steering intervention can be noticed on the
steering wheel and can be manually overrid-
den at any time.
5. "Feedback via steering wheel"
6. "Vibration intensity"
7. Select the desired setting.
System limits
The setting is applied to all collision warning
systems.
General information
Follow the system limits in the "Collision warn-
ing systems" chapter.
Display in the instrument cluster
Depending on vehicle equipment and national-
market version, information for the system is
displayed in the Assisted View of the instru-
ment cluster.
Functional limitations
The system may be limited in the following
situations:
Additional information:
▷
▷
In tight corners or on narrow roads.
Assisted View, refer to page 159.
In the event of missing, worn, poorly visible,
merging, diverging, or multiple lane boun-
daries such as in construction areas.
Warning function
▷
With lane boundaries that are covered in
snow, ice, dirt or water.
Warning light in exterior mirror
▷
▷
With lane boundaries that are not white.
With lane boundaries that are covered by
objects.
▷
▷
When driving very close to the vehicle in
front of you.
Up to 10 seconds after turning on drive-
ready state using the Start/Stop button.
A Check Control message may be displayed
when the system is limited.
The warning light in the exterior mirror warns
of a possible collision with a detected vehicle.
Rear-end collision
preparation
Acute warning
If there is a risk of collision, the warning light
in the exterior mirror flashes and the steering
wheel starts vibrating.
Principle
Depending on the equipment and national-
market version, the rear-end collision prepara-
tion can react to vehicles approaching from be-
hind.
A Check Control message is displayed at the
same time.
Steering intervention
Depending on the national-market version,
if necessary, the system engages the active
steering intervention to prevent a collision and
maintain the vehicle within its own lane. The
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Functional limitations
General information
This function may be restricted if the speed
of the approaching vehicle is much higher or
similar to your own speed.
Traffic Light And Sign
Warning
Principle
Radar sensors monitor the area behind the ve-
hicle.
The Traffic Light And Sign Warning provides
support in situations in which the right-of-way
needs to be yielded based on road signs or
traffic lights.
When a vehicle approaches from the rear at a
certain speed, the system can react as follows:
▷
Where applicable, the hazard warning
flashers will be switched on.
General information
The system evaluates traffic signs and traffic
lights using a camera behind the windshield.
▷
Where applicable, the PreCrash functions
are triggered.
The navigation system directs information on
the road layout to the system.
Safety information
Follow the safety information in the "Forward
Collision Mitigation" chapter.
A warning is given if the right of way is about
to be violated, e.g., in the following traffic situa-
tions:
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
At an intersection.
Sensors
At a road entrance.
The system is controlled by the radar sensors
on the sides and rear.
On a highway entrance ramp.
At a roundabout.
Turning rear-end collision
preparation on/off
The system is automatically active when the
vehicle is turned on.
With a red traffic light.
The system issues a warning as from a vari-
able minimum speed and at speeds up to ap-
prox. 60 mph/100 km/h.
The system is deactivated when reversing.
The following traffic signs are taken into ac-
count for the Traffic Light And Sign Warning:
System limits
General information
Follow the system limits in the "Collision warn-
ing systems" chapter.
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4. "Driver Assistance"
Sign Meaning
Give way signs:
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. "Traffic Light and Sign Warning"
7. Select the desired setting.
A pre-warning is issued for these
road signs.
The selected setting is saved and adopted for
the next journey.
Stop signs:
A pre-warning is issued for these
road signs.
Warning function
When traffic lights are red, a pre-
warning and an acute warning will be
issued.
General information
The system issues a two-phase warning:
▷
▷
Prewarning: visual warning by an icon in
the instrument cluster.
Safety information
Follow the safety information in the "Forward
Collision Mitigation" chapter.
Acute warning: visual warning by an icon
in the instrument cluster and an additional
acoustic signal.
Functional requirement
The right-of-way situation ahead of the vehicle
must be clearly controlled by traffic signs or
light signal systems.
The timing of the warning varies with the ac-
tual driving situation and the warning time set-
ting.
Prewarning
If there is a risk that a right of way is about to
be violated, one of the following icons appears
in the instrument cluster:
Sensors
The system is controlled by a camera behind
the windshield.
Icon
Meaning
Turning the Traffic Light And Sign
Warning on/off
Give way.
1.
Apps menu
Stop.
2. "Vehicle"
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver Assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. "Traffic Light and Sign Warning"
7. Select the desired setting.
Red traffic light.
When a prewarning is issued, intervene as
appropriate for the situation; for example, by
braking.
Setting the warning time
1.
Apps menu
Acute warning
2. "Vehicle"
If there is an acute risk that the right of way
is about to be violated, an acoustic signal will
3. "Driving settings"
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sound and one of the following icons will ap-
pear in the instrument cluster:
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
If the traffic signs do not correspond to the
standard.
When traffic signs are detected that apply
to a junction or parallel street.
Icon
Meaning
Red traffic light.
In the presence of country-specific road
signs or road layouts.
With intersections with flashing light signal
systems.
When an acute warning is issued, intervene as
appropriate for the situation; for example, by
braking.
Up to 10 seconds after turning on drive-
ready state using the Start/Stop button.
In the case of navigation data that is inva-
lid, outdated or not available.
Display in the Head-up display
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the
warning is displayed simultaneously in the
Head-up display and in the instrument cluster.
In some regions, the system may not be
available or only partially available.
System limits
Wrong way warning
General information
Follow the system limits in the "Collision warn-
ing systems" chapter.
Principle
The wrong way warning warns the driver of
an upcoming wrong entry onto roads, for in-
stance onto freeways, roundabouts and one-
way streets.
No warning
The system does not issue a warning in the
following situations, for example:
General information
Depending on the equipment version, the sys-
tem uses navigation data and traffic signs to
check the traffic situation.
▷
▷
In right-of-way situations without right-of-
way signs, stop signs, or red light signal
systems.
With intersections with relevant traffic lights
that are illuminated yellow or green.
For example, the system takes the following
traffic signs into account:
▷
▷
▷
No entrance.
Functional limitations
The system may be limited in the following
situations:
Roundabout.
Directional arrows: mandatory bypass.
▷
▷
▷
▷
If road signs or light signal systems are un-
clear.
Safety information
Follow the safety information in the "Forward
Collision Mitigation" chapter.
If traffic signs or light signal systems are
fully or partially concealed or soiled.
If traffic signs or light signal systems are
difficult to read or rotated.
Functional requirement
The road layout ahead must be controlled
clearly with traffic signs.
If traffic signs or light signal systems are
too small or too large.
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▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
When traffic signs are detected that apply
to a junction or parallel street.
Sensors
The system is controlled by a camera behind
the windshield.
In the presence of country-specific road
signs or road layouts.
Up to 10 seconds after turning on drive-
ready state using the Start/Stop button.
Turning wrong way warning on/off
Depending on national-market version, the
wrong way warning is automatically activated
whenever you start driving.
In the case of navigation data that is inva-
lid, outdated or not available.
It may not be possible to use the system in
all regions.
Warning function
A warning is displayed and a signal
tone sounds, for example when the ve-
hicle is traveling in the wrong direction
on a highway, roundabout or one-way street.
No Turn on Red function
Principle
Warnings are displayed in the instrument clus-
ter and, depending on the equipment, in the
Head-up display.
This function provides assistance to the driver
at traffic lights where turning on red is prohib-
ited.
To do so, this function analyzes traffic lights
and traffic signs using the camera behind the
windshield. In addition, the navigation system
data is used.
System limits
General information
Follow the system limits in the "Collision warn-
ing systems" chapter.
Safety information
Follow the safety information in the "Forward
Collision Mitigation" chapter.
No warning
For example, the system does not issue a
warnings for road layouts without traffic signs.
Functional requirements
▷
The system detects the right-of-way situa-
tion ahead by analyzing traffic lights and
traffic signs.
Functional limitations
The function may be limited in the following
situations, for instance, and will either output
an incorrect wrong way warning or no warning
at all:
▷
▷
Vehicle is less than approx. 164 ft/50 m
from the traffic lights.
Depending on vehicle equipment: the Traf-
fic Light And Sign Warning is turned on.
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When the signage is not clear.
If the traffic signs are fully or partially con-
cealed or soiled.
Sensors
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If the traffic signs are poorly legible or ro-
tated.
The system is controlled by a camera behind
the windshield.
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If the traffic signs are too small or too large.
If the traffic signs do not correspond to the
standard.
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Display in the instrument cluster
Emergency Stop Assistant
If the driver approaches a red traffic
light with a traffic sign that prohibits
a turn on red, an indicator light is dis-
played on the instrument cluster.
Principle
If the driver can no longer drive the vehicle
safely, the Emergency Stop Assistant helps to
bring the vehicle to a safe standstill.
The indicator light goes out automatically after
you drive off at a speed greater than approx.
9 mph/15 km/h.
General information
The Emergency Stop Assistant is triggered au-
tomatically.
System limits
When the system is triggered, the vehicle is
brought to a standstill in its own lane by use of
lane keeping.
General information
Follow the system limits in the "Collision warn-
ing systems" chapter.
Safety information
Functional limitations
The system may be limited in the following
situations:
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
one's physical state. An increasing lack of
alertness or fatigue may not be detected or
not be detected in time. There is a risk of
accident, injury, and property damage. Make
sure that the driver is rested and alert. Adjust
driving style to traffic conditions.
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If road signs or light signal systems are un-
clear.
If traffic signs or light signal systems are
fully or partially concealed or soiled.
If traffic signs or light signal systems are
difficult to read or rotated.
If traffic signs or light signal systems are
too small or too large.
If the traffic signs do not correspond to the
standard.
Functional requirements
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The Emergency Stop Assistant is activated
via iDrive.
With intersections with flashing light signal
systems.
The system is activated from a speed of
approx. 43 mph/70 km/h.
In the case of navigation data that is inva-
lid, outdated or not available.
The Driver Attention Camera detects driver
activity.
In some regions, this function may not be
completely available or not available at all.
Triggering the Emergency Stop
Assistant
If the system detects that the driver is no
longer driving the vehicle safely or ignores
warnings, the Emergency Stop Assistant is
triggered automatically. The triggered system
is displayed in the instrument cluster.
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The Emergency Stop Assistant can also be
triggered via voice input.
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By firmly countersteering.
By changing the selector lever position
when the vehicle was already at a stand-
still.
Additional information:
BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, refer to
page 55.
At standstill
As soon as the vehicle is stationary, the sys-
tem will carry out the following settings:
An immediate emergency call can be triggered
on the control display.
The following is performed automatically when
the Emergency Stop Assistant is triggered:
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The vehicle is secured against rolling away.
The interior lights are switched on.
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A display is shown on the instrument clus-
ter.
The central locking system is unlocked.
▷
The system takes over vehicle handling un-
til the vehicle comes to a standstill.
Display in the instrument cluster
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▷
The hazard warning system is switched on.
Icon
Status
An emergency call is triggered when sta-
tionary, depending on vehicle equipment.
Emergency Stop Assistant is trig-
gered.
Activating/deactivating Emergency
Stop Assistant
System limits
The system cannot replace the roadworthy
driving performance of a driver.
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver Assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. "Emergency stop"
7. Select the desired setting.
The Emergency Stop Assistant may be re-
stricted in the following situations:
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When the Driver Attention Camera is cov-
ered by the steering wheel.
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With sunglasses with high protection from
infrared light.
Canceling Emergency Stop
Assistant
The driver can cancel the Emergency Stop As-
sistant by actively taking control of driving the
vehicle throughout the entire process.
Cross Traffic Warning with
Braking
Principle
The system is stopped by the following ac-
tions, for example:
At blind driveway exits or when driving out of
perpendicular parking spaces, road users ap-
proaching from the side are detected sooner
by the cross traffic warning than is possible
from the driver's seat.
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By firmly pressing the accelerator pedal.
By stopping the system on the control dis-
play.
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By operating the turn signal.
By turning off the hazard warning system.
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Radar sensors, side, rear.
General information
Depending on the equipment: radar sen-
sors, side, front.
Activating/deactivating Cross Traffic
Warning
The system must be activated on the control
display for the Cross Traffic Warning and brake
intervention to switch on automatically.
1.
Apps menu
The area behind the vehicle is monitored by
sensors.
2. "Vehicle"
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver Assistance"
5. "Parking"
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the area
around the vehicle in front of the vehicle is
monitored as well.
The system indicates approaching road users.
6. Depending on the equipment, select the
following setting:
If there is a collision risk when reversing, the
system will provide assistance by performing
an automatic brake intervention.
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"Rear warning"
"Front and rear warning"
"Brake intervention at rear"
Follow the information in the "Parking assis-
tance systems" chapter.
Turning on the cross traffic warning
automatically
Safety information
The system must be activated on the control
display. The system turns on automatically as
soon as Park Distance Control or a camera
view activates and you engage a gear position.
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
the traffic situation. Based on the limits of
the system, it cannot independently react to
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-
dent, injury, and property damage. Adjust
driving style to traffic conditions. Watch the
surrounding traffic situation closely, be ready
to take over steering and braking at any time,
and actively intervene where appropriate.
If reverse gear is engaged, the rear system is
switched on.
Depending on the equipment, the front system
is turned on when a gear position is engaged.
Depending on the national-market version, the
system is automatically active when the vehi-
cle is started.
Turning off the cross traffic warning
automatically
The system is automatically turned off in the
following situations:
Sensors
The system is controlled by the following sen-
sors:
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When the speed exceeds walking speed.
Display in the Park Distance Control view
When a certain distance covered is ex-
ceeded.
Warning function
General information
The control display shows the corresponding
view, an acoustic signal may sound as neces-
sary, and the warning light in the exterior mir-
ror flashes.
In the Park Distance Control view, the respec-
tive boundary area flashes red if vehicles are
detected by the sensors.
In case of a brake intervention, a message is
displayed on the control display and close after
a brief period of time.
Display in camera image
Visual warning
Warning light in exterior mirror
Depending on the direction of travel, the view
to the front or back is displayed in the camera
image.
The warning light in the exterior mirror flashes
if the rear sensors detect other vehicles when
the vehicle is reversing.
The respective boundary area, arrow 1, in the
camera image flashes red if vehicles are de-
tected by the sensors.
Yellow lines, arrow 2, mark the bumper of your
own vehicle.
Acoustic warning
In addition to the visual warning, a signal tone
sounds if your own vehicle moves into the re-
spective direction.
Depending on the national-market version, the
signal tone will already sound when the gear
position is engaged.
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The function makes it possible to document
the accident or theft of the vehicle with the
corresponding recording type set.
System limits
System limits of the sensors
Additional information:
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Manual storage of the recording.
This function is used to document traffic sit-
uations with the configured recording type.
Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 36.
The assistance systems' cameras are used to
record, e.g., Panorama View.
Functional limitations
The function can be limited, for instance in the
following situations:
Additionally, the following parameters are
stored for the trip:
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In tight curves.
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Date.
Crossing objects are moving at a very slow
or a very fast speed.
Time.
Vehicle speed.
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Other objects that hide cross traffic are in
the capture range of the sensors.
Global Positioning System coordinates.
Data protection
BMW Drive Recorder
The permissibility of recording and using video
recordings is contingent upon the statutory
regulations of the country in which the system
is to be used. The user is responsible for the
use of the system and compliance with respec-
tive applicable regulations.
Principle
The BMW Drive Recorder stores brief video
recordings of the vehicle surroundings, e.g., to
document surrounding traffic.
The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends
confirming there are no statutory or regulatory
constraints on use of the system in your state
or country prior to the initial use. In addition,
the laws with respect to use of the system
should be verified in regular intervals, espe-
cially when borders are frequently crossed.
Vehicle features and options
This system may not be available in the
owned vehicle, e.g. due to the selected op-
tional equipment, the national-market version
or the option for later enabling and software
updates. This also applies to individual func-
tions of the system.
Other drivers of the vehicle must be informed
about the system. In addition, information
about the system is required when handing off
the vehicle.
For information on whether a function is cur-
rently available in the vehicle or when the func-
tion can be installed in the vehicle, contact an
authorized service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
Functional requirements
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Standby state or drive-ready state is
switched on.
Additional information:
Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
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BMW Drive Recorder is activated.
Privacy Policy was accepted.
Recording type was selected.
Recording time was selected.
General information
Video recordings can be saved in different
ways:
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Automatic storage of the recording.
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Theft notification:
If the vehicle accelerates rapidly, an automatic
recording may be taken.
▷
The theft notification was activated in the
Data Protection menu or in the Drive Re-
corder menu.
Manual recording
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Data transfer is activated.
Using the button
My BMW App is installed on the mobile de-
vice.
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▷
My BMW App is linked with the Connected-
Drive account.
Privacy Policy was accepted.
Activating/deactivating the BMW
Drive Recorder
The BMW Drive Recorder must be activated
before the first use of the recording function.
Press and hold this button.
1.
Apps menu
2. "All apps"
Via iDrive
3. "Drive Recorder"
4. Accept Privacy Policy.
5. "Settings"
Start the recording:
1.
Apps menu
6. "Allow recording"
7. Select the desired setting.
2. "All apps"
3. "Drive Recorder"
4. "Recording"
Recording functions
5. "Start recording"
Stop the recording: "Stop recording".
Automatic recording
The recording is automatically stored when the
vehicle sensors detect an accident or theft.
The system saves recordings up to 30 sec-
onds before and after storage is triggered.
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In case of accident:
Recording playback and
administration
Stored video recordings can be played back,
exported and deleted.
The system saves recordings up to 30 sec-
onds before and after storage is triggered.
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In case of theft:
Depending on the selected recording dura-
tion, the system saves the recording after it
has been triggered.
For your own safety, the video recording is
only displayed on the control display up to ap-
prox. 2 mph/3 km/h. In some national-market
versions, the video recording is only displayed
When the alarm system is triggered, a mes-
sage is sent to the My BMW App.
After saving the recording, the reduced
quality video can be downloaded to a mo-
bile device.
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if the parking brake is engaged or if the selec-
tor lever is in the P position.
To transfer recordings to a mobile device:
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Depending on vehicle equipment, a mobile
device is connected to the vehicle via Wi-Fi
and Bluetooth audio, or a USB storage de-
vice is connected.
1.
Apps menu
2. "All apps"
3. "Drive Recorder"
4. "Recordings"
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My BMW App is installed on the mobile de-
vice.
5. Select desired recording.
6. If necessary, select camera.
My BMW App is linked with the Connected-
Drive account.
The My BMW App is permitted to access
your photo library.
Settings
Recording type
Recording
1.
Apps menu
The recording can be started and stopped
manually.
2. "All apps"
Start the recording:
3. "Drive Recorder"
4. "Settings"
1.
Apps menu
5. Select the desired setting.
2. "All apps"
3. "Drive Recorder"
4. "Recording"
Recording time
1.
Apps menu
5. "Start recording"
Stop the recording: "Stop recording".
2. "All apps"
3. "Drive Recorder"
4. "Settings"
Cameras
5. Select the desired setting.
Different cameras can be selected.
1.
Apps menu
Recording on a mobile device
2. "All apps"
3. "Drive Recorder"
4. "Settings"
Principle
Depending on the equipment version, video
recordings can be stored directly on a mobile
device such as a smartphone or USB storage.
5. "Cam. selection"
6. Select desired camera.
General information
Depending on national-market version: The
storable video length depends on the mobile
device's available storage space.
System limits
In the event of serious accidents, it may not
be possible to store recordings if the damage
on the vehicle is too great or the power supply
was interrupted.
Functional requirements
If you repeatedly overwrite a USB drive, it may
not be possible to export recordings correctly.
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Privacy Policy was accepted.
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BMW Drive Recorder is activated.
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The preferred file system for USB storage is
NTFS. Other file systems may have limitations.
Safety information
In case of theft, the recording is only stored au-
tomatically when the anti-theft warning system
has been triggered.
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment. Due to the
system limits, critical situations might not be
detected reliably or in time. There is a risk
of accident. Adjust driving style to traffic con-
ditions. Watch surrounding traffic closely and
actively intervene where appropriate
If the internet connection is weak or cannot be
established, theft alerts and video downloads
may be restricted or not available.
The quality of the Wi-Fi connection affects
whether recordings can be saved on your
smartphone. This function may be restricted or
not available if the connection is weak.
Function
Depending on the equipment and require-
ments, the following individual functions are
active in accident-critical driving situations:
Active Protection
Principle
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Automatic closing of the windows.
Active Protection prepares occupants and the
vehicle for a possible accident in critical driving
or collision situations.
The windows remain open with a small
gap.
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Automatic closing of the glass sunroof.
The sun protection is also closed.
Automatic closing of glass sunroof.
General information
Depending on vehicle equipment and national-
market version, Active Protection consists of
various PreCrash functions.
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Automatic positioning of the backrest for
the front passenger seat.
Systems can be returned to the desired set-
tings following a critical driving situation with-
out accident.
The system is used to detect certain critical
driving situations that might lead to an acci-
dent. This includes the following critical driving
situations:
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Emergency braking.
Severe understeering.
Severe oversteering.
PostCrash iBrake
Principle
Certain functions of several systems can,
within the system limits, lead to Active Protec-
tion triggering:
In certain accident situations, the PostCrash
iBrake can automatically bring the vehicle to a
standstill without intervention by the driver.
▷
Forward Collision Mitigation: automatic
brake intervention.
General information
The PostCrash iBrake can reduce the risk of a
further collision and its consequences.
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Forward Collision Mitigation: brake booster.
Rear-end collision preparation: detection of
impending rear-end collisions.
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accident, injury, and property damage. Make
sure that the driver is rested and alert. Adjust
driving style to traffic conditions.
At standstill
After coming to a halt, the brake is released
automatically.
Harder vehicle deceleration
In certain situations, it may be necessary to
bring the vehicle to a stop more quickly than
automatic braking with PostCrash iBrake.
Break recommendation
Function
Once a drive is started, this function is trained
to the driver, enabling it to detect when the
driver is less alert or is fatigued.
To do this, quickly apply extra force to the
brake. The brake pressure will then be higher
than the brake pressure generated by auto-
matic braking. Automatic braking with Post-
Crash iBrake is canceled.
This procedure takes, for example, the follow-
ing criteria into account:
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Personal driving style, for instance steering
behavior.
Abort automatic braking
It may be necessary to cancel PostCrash
iBrake automatic braking in certain situations,
e.g., when making an evasive maneuver.
Driving conditions, for instance time, length
of trip.
Depending on the equipment: attention
of the driver through the Driver Attention
Camera.
Abort automatic braking:
▷
By depressing the brake pedal for slightly
longer.
This function activates at speeds greater than
approx. 43 mph/70 km/h and can also display
a break recommendation.
▷
By pressing the accelerator pedal for
slightly longer.
Setting break recommendation
The break recommendation can be switched
on, off and adjusted via iDrive.
Fatigue alert
1.
Apps menu
Principle
2. "Vehicle"
The Fatigue Alert break recommendation fea-
ture can detect when the driver is fatigued
or less alert during long, monotonous trips,
for instance on highways. This function recom-
mends taking a break.
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver Assistance"
5. "Safety and warnings"
6. "Fatigue Alert"
7. Select the desired setting.
Safety information
Despite this function being off, some driver as-
sistance systems may issue break recommen-
dations.
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
one's physical state. An increasing lack of
alertness or fatigue may not be detected or
not be detected in time. There is a risk of
Display
If the driver becomes less alert or fatigued,
a message is displayed in the control display
with the recommendation to take a break.
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During the display, various settings can be se-
lected.
The steering wheel and driver’s seat height
must be adjusted so that the entire instrument
cluster is visible. This enables the Driver Atten-
tion Camera to record the driver’s entire face.
The system is reset approx. 45 minutes after
parking the vehicle. A break recommendation
can only be displayed again after this time has
elapsed.
Overview
System limits
The Fatigue Alert system may be limited. If
the system is limited, either no warning may
be issued or an unwarranted warning may be
issued.
The break recommendation function may be
limited in the following situations:
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If the time is set incorrectly.
Depending on vehicle equipment, the instru-
ment cluster may have some infrared light
sources. Depending on the light conditions,
these light sources can be visible when the
vehicle is in standby mode.
At a predominantly driven speed below ap-
prox. 43 mph/70 km/h.
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With a sporty driving style such as during
rapid acceleration or when cornering fast.
In active driving situations such as when
changing lanes frequently.
System limits
The Driver Attention Camera may not be fully
operational in the following situations:
▷
▷
When the road condition is poor.
In the event of strong side winds.
▷
When the Driver Attention Camera is cov-
ered by the steering wheel.
Driver Attention Camera
▷
With sunglasses with high protection from
infrared light.
Principle
A camera in the instrument cluster monitors
the driver’s activity and, depending on the
equipment, the driver’s viewing direction.
General information
The assistance systems help drivers by ana-
lyzing whether they are paying attention, e.g.,
by evaluating their head position and eyes.
Functional requirements
For full operability, make sure that the field of
view of the Driver Attention Camera is not ob-
structed.
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