BMW X4 F26 owners manual page 178

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Seite 178 Driving tips Things to remember when driving transmission. There is risk of property damage.Driving in wet conditions When driving through water, do not exceed the When roads are wet, salted, or in heavy rain, maximum indicated water level and the maxi‐ press brake pedal ever so gently every few mum speed for driving through water.◀ miles. Drive though calm water only and only if it isEnsure that this action does not endanger not deeper than 19.6 inches/50 cm and at thisother traffic. height, no faster than walking speed, up to The heat generated in this process helps dry 3 mph/5 km/h. the brake discs and pads. In this way braking efficiency will be available Braking safely when you need it. Your vehicle is equipped with ABS as a stand‐ ard feature. Hills Applying the brakes fully is the most effective WARNING way of braking in situations needed. Light but consistent brake pressure can Steering is still responsive. You can still avoid lead to high temperatures, brakes wearing out any obstacles with a minimum of steering ef‐ and possibly even brake failure. There is risk of fort. an accident. Avoid placing excessive stress on Pulsation of the brake pedal and sounds from the brake system.◀ the hydraulic circuits indicate that ABS is in its active mode. WARNING In certain braking situations, the perforated In idle or with the engine switched off, brake discs can cause functional problems. safety-relevant functions are restricted or not However, this has no effect on the perform‐available anymore, e.g. braking effect of the ance and operational reliability of the brake.engine or braking force and steering support. There is risk of an accident. Do not drive in idle or with the engine switched off.◀ Objects in the movement area around pedals and floor area Drive long or steep downhill gradients in the WARNING gear that requires least braking efforts. Other‐ wise the brakes may overheat and reduce Objects in the driver's floor area can limit brake efficiency. the pedal distance or block a depressed pedal. There is risk of an accident. Stow objects inYou can increase the engine's braking effect the vehicle such that they are secured and by shifting down, going all the way to first gear, cannot enter into the driver's floor area. Useif needed. floor mats that are suitable for the vehicle and can be safely attached to the floor. Do not useBrake disc corrosion loose floor mats and do not layer several floor Corrosion on the brake discs and contamina‐ mats. Make sure that there is sufficient clear‐ tion on the brake pads are furthered by the fol‐ ance for the pedals. Ensure that the floor mats lowing circumstances: are securely fastened again after they were re‐ ▷ Low mileage. moved, e.g. for cleaning.◀ ▷ Extended periods when the vehicle is not used at all. ▷ Infrequent use of the brakes. 178 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 964 144 - VI/15

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