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EnglishControls and features -> Starting the engine for your BMW 7 Series 2001-2007
64nStarting the engine
If the battery's voltage is not adequate, Engine idle speed is controlled by the
the automatic starting procedure is not engine computer system. Increased
initiated, or it is interrupted. Should this speeds at start-up are normal and
Before starting
> Press the parking brake pedal
> Place the selector lever of the auto-
matic transmission in P or N.
condition arise, it remains possible to
should decrease as the engine warms
jump-start the engine (refer to page 183). up. If engine speed does not decrease,
Do not allow the engine to warm up by service is required.
leaving it running while the vehicle re-
Do not allow the engine to run in
enclosed spaces. The exhaust
To prevent the battery from discharg-
mains stationary. Instead, begin driving
ing, always switch off any electrical de-
gases contain carbon monoxide, an
odorless and colorless, but highly toxic
gas. Breathing the exhaust gases poses
immediately at a moderate engine
speed.<
vices not in use, as well as the ignition
when the vehicle is not being driven.
an extreme health risk, and can lead to Should the engine fail to start on the
unconsciousness and death.
first attempt (if it is very hot or cold, for
instance):
Never leave the car unattended with
the engine running, as such a vehicle
represents a potential safety hazard.<
> Press the accelerator pedal halfway
down while engaging the starter.
BMW 740i/L:
Starting the engine
Cold starts at extremely low tempera-
tures, from approx. +5 7 (-156)
and at elevations above 3,300 feet
(1,000 meters):
> Start the engine. Do not press the
accelerator pedal.
Your BMW is equipped with the
convenience starting feature.
> Press the accelerator pedal halfway
down while engaging the starter.
Simply turn the key to position 3 (starter)
and then release it immediately.
The starter continues to operate auto-
matically until the engine starts.
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