BMW 7 Series: Saving fuel
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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 ava
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ECO PRO supports a driving style that saves on
consumption. For this purpose, the engine control
and comfort features, for instance the climate
control output, are adjusted.
Steptronic transm
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Under certain conditions the engine is automatically
decoupled from the transmission in the D
selector lever position. The vehicle continues
traveling with the engine idling to reduce consumpt
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WARNING: Observe SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS for handling vehicle battery.
Necessary preliminary work
Disconnect BATTERY CABLE
Fold up covers (1). Unscrew nuts (2).
Tightening torque 61 21 2AZ.
Unscrew nut (3).
Tightening torque 61 21 3AZ.
Disconnect plug connection (4).
Fig. 184: Identifying Batter
Accident-related repairs:
Read and comply with NOTES ON REPLACING STEERING GEAR AFTER ACCIDENT
DAMAGE.
If the control arm or tie rod is bent, it is essential for safety reasons to
check the spring strut piston rod for straightness.
NOTES ON REPAIRING THREADS
IMPORTANT: Install Helicoil threa