User Manual - Page 101

For 2016 BMW 7 SERIES.

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Press the switch while stepping on the
brake pedal or selector lever position P is
set.
The LED and indicator lamp go out.
The parking brake is released.
Automatic release
The parking brake is released automatically
when you drive away.
The LED and indicator lamp go out.
Automatic Hold
The concept
This system assists the driver by automatically
setting and releasing the brake, such as when
moving in stop-and-go traffic.
The vehicle is automatically held in place when
it is stationary.
On inclines, the system prevents the vehicle
from rolling backward when driving off.
General information
Under the following conditions, the parking
brake is automatically engaged:
Drive readiness is deactivated.
The driver's door is opened while the vehi‐
cle is stationary.
The moving vehicle is brought to a stand‐
still using the parking brake.
The indicator lamp changes from green
to red.
The indicator lamp goes out.
Information
WARNING
An unsecured vehicle can put itself into
motion and roll away. There is risk of an acci‐
dent. Before exiting, secure the vehicle against
rolling.
In order to ensure that the vehicle is secured
against rolling away, observe the following:
Set the parking brake.
On uphill grades or on a slope, turn the
front wheels in the direction of the curb.
On uphill grades or on a slope, also secure
the vehicle, e.g. with a wheel chock.◀
CAUTION
If the vehicle is stationary, Automatic
Hold engages the parking brake. It prevents
the vehicle from rolling in a car wash. There is
risk of property damage. Deactivate Automatic
Hold prior to entering the car wash.◀
WARNING
Unattended children or animals can
move the vehicle and endanger themselves
and traffic, e.g. with the following actions:
Pressing the Start/Stop button.
Releasing the parking brake.
Opening and closing of doors or windows.
Shifting the selector lever into neutral.
Using vehicle equipment.
There is risk of accidents or injuries. Do not
leave children or animals unattended in the ve‐
hicle. Carry remote control along when exiting
and lock the vehicle.◀
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