BMW 318D, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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General
The system takes over the steering when revers‐
ing along the saved stretch.
The driver is responsible for operating the accel‐
erator pedal and the brake.
Operating requirements
▷ To save the stretch of road, drive forwards
without interruption.
▷ A maximum of 50 metres/ 55 yards can be
saved.
▷ To save the stretch of road, do not drive
faster than 36 km/h/ 22 mph.
▷ The stretch of road that is to be reversed
along must be at least 30 cm/12 in wider than
the vehicle.
Reversing with automated steering
1. When the vehicle is stationary and the drive-
ready state is switched on, engage reverse
gear or press the Park Assistant button.
2. Tilt the Controller to the right.
3. "Reversing Assistant"
The system takes over the steering.
4. Follow the instructions on the Control Display
as applicable.
5. Take your hands off the steering wheel and
carefully drive off using the accelerator pedal
and brake.
When reversing, pay attention to the vehicle
surroundings and, if you suddenly encounter
an obstacle, stop immediately and take over
control of the vehicle. Pay attention to the
PDC information.
6. Stop when you reach normal road traffic at
the latest and take over control of the vehicle,
for example by engaging a forward gear.
At the end of the saved stretch of road, a sig‐
nal sounds and a message appears prompt‐
ing you to take over control of the vehicle.
Cancelling the system
The system automatically cancels in situations
such as the following:
▷ If the driver grips the steering wheel or steers
the vehicle.
▷ When a forward gear is engaged.
▷ When drive control systems or Driver Assis‐
tance Systems are activated or intervening.
▷ If the vehicle is stationary for several minutes.
▷ If the vehicle leaves the stored lane during re‐
versing; for example, at the maximum steer‐
ing angle.
▷ When the display on the Control Display is
hidden by messages, for example due to in‐
coming calls.
Limits of the reversing assistant
▷ When you reach normal road traffic or if you
suddenly encounter an obstacle, stop imme‐
diately and take over control of the vehicle.
▷ The maximum speed when reversing is limi‐
ted to approximately 9 km/h/ 6 mph.
If the maximum speed is exceeded, a warning
is issued and the function may be cancelled.
System limits
Safety note
WARNING
The system may not respond at all, or may re‐
spond too late, incorrectly or without justifica‐
tion due to system limitations. There is a dan‐
ger of accidents or damage to property.
Observe the information on the system limits
and intervene actively if necessary.
No parking assistance
Park Assistant does not provide assistance in the
following situations:
▷ On sharp bends.
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