BMW X5 PLUG-IN HYBRID, Owner'S Manual

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General information
The Reversing Assistant uses the control ele‐
ments and sensors of the PDC Park Distance
Control and the Automatic Parking Assistant.
Additional information:
▷ PDC Park Distance Control, refer to
page
254 .
▷ Parking assistant, refer to page 270 .
Safety information
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for the
driver’s personal judgment in assessing the
traffic conditions. Based on the limits of the
system, it cannot independently react to all traf‐
fic situations. There is a risk of accident. Adjust
driving style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic
closely and actively intervene where appropri‐
ate.
Warning
If the trailer hitch is used, the driver assistance
system can cause damage due to covered sen‐
sors. There may be a risk of accident or risk of
damage to property. The driver assistance sys‐
tem should not be used during trailer towing or
if the trailer hitch is used, for instance bicycle
rack.
Additionally, the Safety Instructions for the PDC
Park Distance Control and the Automatic Parking
Assistant apply.
Additional information:
▷ PDC Park Distance Control, refer to
page
254 .
▷ Parking assistant, refer to page 270 .
Functional requirements
▷ Drive forward without interruption to store the
route.
▷ A maximum of 165 ft/50 m will be stored.
▷ To store the route, do not exceed a driving
speed of 22 mph/36 km/h.
▷ The return route must be at least
12 in./30 cm wider than your vehicle.
Driving back with automated
steering
1. Press the park assistance button or shift into
reverse gear when the vehicle is stationary
and the drive-ready state is switched on.
2. Move the Controller to the right.
3. "Back-up Assistant"
The system takes over the steering.
4. Follow the instructions on the Control Display
where required.
5. Take your hands off the steering wheel and
carefully drive off with the accelerator pedal
and the brake.
When driving in reverse, pay attention to the
vehicle's surroundings, and if you suddenly
encounter an obstacle, stop immediately and
take over control of the vehicle. Follow the in‐
structions on the PDC Park Distance Control.
6. Stop no later than when normal traffic is
reached and take control of the vehicle, such
as by shifting to a forward gear.
At the end of the stored route, a signal will
sound and a request will be displayed, also
with the instruction to take control of the ve‐
hicle.
Terminating the system
The system automatically cancels in situations
such as the following:
▷ When the driver grasps the steering wheel or
takes over steering.
▷ When engaging a forward gear.
▷ During activation or intervention by driving
control systems or assist systems.
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