BMW 5 Series: Introduction

 Idle state

Concept If the vehicle is in idle state, it is switched off. All power consumers are deactivated. General information The vehicle is in idle state prior to opening from the outside and after exiting and locking. Safety information Warning An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and possibly roll away

 Automatic tensioner with linear mechanical force limiter

In the event of a front-end or rear-end crash or rollover, the automatic reel blocks the extension of the seat belt in order to restrain the occupants. The belt force limiter limits the load exerted by the belt on the occupants during the accident and the airbags provide the remaining restraining