Operation, care and maintenance -> Catalytic converter for your BMW 7 Series 2001-2007

128nCatalytic converter  
The catalytic converter reduces harmful > Avoid other situations in which the  
exhaust emissions, and is designed for  
use with unleaded fuel only.  
Be sure to comply with the in-  
structions above to prevent un-  
burned fuel from reaching the catalytic  
fuel is not burned, or burns incom-  
pletely, such as engaging the starter  
frequently or for extended periods, or converter. Otherwise there is danger of  
overheating and damage to the cata-  
lytic converter.  
Even minute quantities of lead would be  
enough to permanently damage both  
the catalytic converter and the system's  
oxygen sensor.  
repeated start attempts in which the  
engine does not start (stopping and  
restarting an engine which is running Extreme temperatures occur at the  
properly does not present a problem). catalytic converter on this and every  
To ensure efficient, trouble-free engine  
operation and avoid potential damage:  
Never let the engine run with any of  
the spark plug cables disconnected.  
catalyst-equipped vehicle. Heat shields  
are installed adjacent to some sections  
of the exhaust system. Never remove  
these shields; do not apply undercoat-  
ing to their surfaces. When driving,  
standing at idle, and parking the vehi-  
cle, take care to avoid contact between  
the exhaust system and flammable ma-  
terials (grass, hay, leaves, etc.). Such  
contact could lead to a fire, resulting in  
personal injury and property damage.<  
> Be sure to comply with the scheduled  
maintenance requirements  
> Fill the fuel tank well before it is  
empty  
> If you have problems starting the  
engine, use jumper cables (you can-  
not tow-start the vehicle with an  
automatic transmission)  
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