BMW 5 Series: Park Distance Control
The Park Distance Control (PDC), optional equipment (OE 508), assists the
driver when maneuvering
in and out of a parking space. The current distance from an obstruction is
indicated by acoustic signals
and on a visual display.
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G30 Park Distance Control PDC view in the CID
The distance from an obstruction is measured by four ultrasonic sensors in
the rear bumper panel and
four additional ultrasonic sensors in the front bumper panel.
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G30 Park Distance Control system components
Ultrasonic sensors for Park Distance Control, front
Central Information Display (CID)
Operating unit
Control unit for Parking Maneuvering Assistant (P
On the G30, Auto PDC is activated automatically if the vehicle is approaching
an object at a speed
below approximately 3 mph (5 km/h) and the object is located in a
collision-critical area. The
The side protection warns against obstacles at the side of the vehicle and
thus supports the driver
when parking and maneuvering.
G30 Side protection
Vehicles with the Parking Assistant, optional eq
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General information
The vehicle is equipped with the Antilock Brake
System ABS as a standard feature.
Perform an emergency stop in situations that require
such.
Steering is still responsive. You can still avoid any
obstacles with a minimum of steering effort.
Pulsation of the brake pedal and soun
Concept
The shift paddles on the steering wheel allow
you to shift gears quickly while keeping both
hands on the steering wheel.
General information
Shifting
The vehicle only shifts at suitable engine and
road speeds.
Short-term manual mode
In selector lever position D, actuating a shift paddle
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