BMW 840Ci, Руководство пользователя

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Gradients
In the interests of safety and the
avoidance of traffic obstructions, the
maximum gradient (applicable at sea
level) is limited to 12
X or, with a
higher trailer load (if authorized), 8 X .
As altitude above sea level increases,
engine power output tends to drop.
You should therefore take particular
care when driving through the moun-
tains, since the maximum gradient on
which the outfit can be started may be
lower than usual. Do not make full use
of the car's and trailer's gross weight
limits.
Downhill gradients
Special care must be taken when
descending gradients: always shift
down to the next-lower gear before
reaching the gradient – if necessary,
as low as 1st gear or selector lever
position 2 – and drive down the gradi-
ent slowly.
Speed limit
The maximum speed limit is 80km/h
(app. 50 mile/h) in Germany. Trailer
load limits have been chosen to
ensure ample driving stability up to
this speed. Although higher speeds
may be permitted in other countries,
you are recommended not to drive
faster for safety reasons.
If the trailer begins to swing from side
to side, the outfit can only be stabi-
lized by braking immediately.
Tyre pressures
Check the car's and the trailer's tyre
pressures most carefully. Comply with
the trailer manufacturer's tyre pres-
sure instructions.
Cover flap
Take hold of the cover flap for the
trailer tow hitch at the top cutout, pull
to the rear and down (if necessary, use
a screwdriver to unclip it) and remove
it from the lower guide.
For attaching and removing the ball
head, please refer to the separate
instructions.
To attach the cover flap, first locate
the groove at the bottom in the guide
and then press the flap into place at
the top.
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