Advanced technology -> Tire Pressure Control (RDC) for your BMW 7 Series 2001-2007

Rain sensor*  
Tire Pressure Control (RDC)*  
193n  
When the system is set to the "Intermit-  
tent" wiper speed, the wipers react im-  
mediately – if water is splashed onto the  
windshield by vehicles traveling ahead  
of you, for example. As a result, the rain  
sensor provides a contribution to driv-  
ing safety and comfort.  
Near every wheel is an antenna in the  
body that receives the signal from the  
wheel. A central electronics system  
evaluates the quadruple signals and  
forwards any changes.  
The RDC provides an important contri-  
bution to driving safety.  
The Tire Pressure Control system as-  
sumes the task of regular tire pressure  
checks for you. Tire pressures are mon-  
itored at all four wheels, even when the  
vehicle is moving.  
Behind the valve stem in every wheel,  
there is an electronic chip which is de-  
signed for severe-duty applications and  
long service life. It contains a pressure  
sensor, a transmitter and a battery. The  
pressure is measured in extremely short  
time intervals and then transmitted by a  
radio signal. If an irregularity is de-  
tected, the transmission rate is in-  
creased.  
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BMW 7 Series 2001-2007 - Advanced technology -> Tire Pressure Control (RDC)