BMW X5: Rear-end collision preparation
Principle
Depending on the equipment and national-market version, the rear-end collision preparation can react to vehicles approaching from behind.
General information
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Radar sensors monitor the area behind the vehicle.
When a vehicle approaches from the rear at a certain speed, the system can react as as follows:
- Where applicable, the hazard warning flashers will be switched on.
- Where applicable, the PreCrash functions are triggered.
Safety information
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver's personal judgment in assessing visibility and traffic situation. There is a risk of accident.
Adjust driving style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely and actively intervene where appropriate.
Warning
Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a substitute for the driver's personal judgment. Due to its limits, the system may not issue warnings or reactions, or these may be issued late or in a manner that is not consistent with their normal use. There is a risk of accident. Adjust driving style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely and actively intervene where appropriate.
Overview
Sensors
The system is controlled by the following sensors:
- Radar sensors, side, rear.
Additional information: Sensors of the vehicle.
Switching on/off
The system is automatically active when the vehicle is turned on.
The system is deactivated in the following situations:
- When driving in reverse.
- When the trailer power socket is in use or trailer towing is activated, for instance during operation with trailer or bicycle rack.
System limits
System limits of the sensors
Additional information:
- Radar sensors.
Functional limitations
The system may not be fully functional in the following situations:
- When a vehicle is approaching at a speed much faster than your own.
- The approaching vehicle is approaching slowly.
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