BMW 7 E65 owners manual page 196

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Rules and regulations California Proposition 65 components and systems for deterioration Warning and malfunction. California laws require us to state the fol- An illuminated lamp informs you of lowing warning: the need for service, not of the need Engine exhaust, some of its constitu- to stop the vehicle. However, the ents, and certain vehicle components systems should be checked by your BMW contain or emit chemicals known to the center at the earliest possible opportunity. State of California to cause cancer and Under certain conditions, the indicator will birth defects and reproductive harm. In blink or flash. This indicates a rather severe addition, certain fluids contained in level of engine misfire. When this occurs, vehicles and certain products of compo- you should reduce speed and consult the nent wear contain or emit chemicals known nearest BMW center as soon as possible. to the State of California to cause cancer Severe engine misfire over only a short and birth defects or other reproductive Rules and regulationsharm. period of time can seriously damage emis- Battery posts, terminals and related acces- sions control components, especially the sories contain lead and lead compounds. catalytic converter. Wash your hands after handling. When the fuel filler cap is not properly Used engine oil contains chemicals that tightened, the OBD system can have caused cancer in laboratory animals. detect the vapor leak and the indicator will Always protect your skin by washing tho- light up. If the filler cap is subsequently roughly with soap and water.< tightened, the indicator should go out within a few days.< OBD connector The Onboard Diagnostic – OBD – interface socket is located on the left of the driver's side under the instrument panel and under a cover. The cover has the letters OBD on it. The purpose of the OBD system is to ensure proper operation of the emission control system for the vehicle's lifetime. The system monitors emission-related 194 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 197 - © 11/02 BMW AG

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