BMW 7 Series: Breakdown assistance
Vehicle features and
options
This chapter describes all standard, country-specific
and optional features offered with the series.
It also describes features and functions that are
not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due
to the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and systems.
When using these functions and systems,
the applicable laws and regulations must be observed.
Hazard warning flashers
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The button is located in the center console.
The red light in the button flashes when the hazard
warning flashers are activated.
Warning triangle
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The warning triangle is located on the inside of
the trunk lid.
Press on the release, arrow 1, and swivel the
cover down, arrow 2.
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General information
Some of the articles have a limited service life.
Check the expiration dates of the contents regularly
and replace any expired items promptly.
Storage
The first-aid kit is locate
Concept
BMW Group Accident Assistance can be contacted
if assistance is needed in the event of an
accident.
General information
If the vehicle sensors detect a minor to moderately
severe accident, whi
General information
If the battery is discharged, the engine can be
started using the battery of another vehicle and
two jumper cables. Only use jumper cables with
fully insulated clamp handles.
Safet
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WARNING: Risk of scalding!
Only perform this repair work after engine has cooled down.
IMPORTANT: Wear safety goggles and protective gloves.
Necessary preliminary tasks
Remove FAN COWL.
Drain COOLANT
Draw off A/C SYSTEM.
Unlock and detach coolant hoses on radiator.
Release screws (1).
Tighten
IMPORTANT: Before beginning work, fully press the brake pedal several
times to reduce the
vacuum pressure in the brake booster. This makes it easier to remove the
vacuum hose.
Vacuum hose and non-return valve are welded together and are replaced
together as a single unit.
Necessary preliminary tas