BMW 5 Series: Limits of the system
The function of the Intersection Warning may be restricted because of system
limits or unfavorable
conditions in the following situations, for example:
- If there are other objects in the field of view of the sensors that are
concealing the cross traffic.
- Heavy fog, rain or snow.
- If the front bumper is dirty or iced up.
- If stickers have been attached near the radar sensors on the bumper.
- If the speed of the approaching vehicle is very high.
- If crossing objects are moving very slowly.
- If it is almost impossible to detect the crossing traffic because of the
way the road runs or
topographical conditions, for example in tight bends, building complexes in
the way etc.

The system does not replace the personal assessment of the road and the
traffic situation.
The Intersection Warning is only intended to assist the driver. There can be
functional limitations
because of system restrictions or unfavorable topographical conditions.
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limitations are
detected by the Road Sign Recognition system and displayed in the instrument
cluster or the Head‐Up
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The Proactive Driving Assistant indicates to the driver the ideal time to
lift off the accelerator pedal for
a reduction in consumption.
Relevant sections of road are:
Intersections
Bends
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The Fatigue and Focus Alert helps to avoid accidents caused by tiredness on
long, monotonous
journeys. It is part of the Active Protection equipment (OE 5AL) included in the
basic equipment.
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The Auto Start/Stop function helps save fuel.
The system switches off the engine during a
stop, for instance in traffic congestion or at traffic
lights. Drive-ready state remains switched on.
The engine starts automatically for driving off.
General information
After each engine start using
Map
Opening the map
The map can be accessed directly
with the
button on the Controller.
Overview
General information
The map can be used via iDrive.
Basic entry explanation, refer to the Owner's
Manual for the vehicle.
Map view
With operation via touchscreen: change map
view
Status field
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