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EnglishDriving comfort -> Surround View for your BMW 6 Series 2011-2017
Driving comfort
Controls
Low objects already displayed, e.g., curbs, can
move into the blind area of the sensors before
or after a continuous tone sounds.
Surround View
The concept
Surround View comprises various camera as‐
sistance systems that help the driver when
parking, maneuvering, and at complex exits
and intersections.
False warnings
PDC may issue a warning under the following
conditions even though there is no obstacle
within the detection range:
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Rearview camera, refer to page 153
Side View, refer to page 156.
Top View, refer to page 157.
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In heavy rain.
When sensors are very dirty or covered
with ice.
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When sensors are covered in snow.
On rough road surfaces.
Rearview camera
On uneven surfaces, such as speed
bumps.
The concept
The rearview camera provides assistance in
parking and maneuvering backwards. The area
behind the vehicle is shown on the Control
Display.
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In large buildings with right angles and
smooth walls, e.g., in underground ga‐
rages.
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In automatic car washes.
Through heavy pollution.
Hints
Due to other ultrasound sources, e.g.,
sweeping machines, high pressure steam
cleaners or neon lights.
Check the traffic situation as well
Check the traffic situation around the ve‐
hicle with your own eyes. Otherwise, an acci‐
dent could result from road users or objects
that are not lidtured by the camera.◀
Malfunction
A Check Control message is displayed.
The range of the sensors is shown as a shaded
area on the Control Display.
At a glance
PDC has failed. Have the system checked.
To ensure full functionality:
Button in the vehicle
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Keep the sensors clean and free of ice.
dimmedDo not put any stickers on sen‐
sors.
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When using high-pressure washers, do not
spray the sensors for long periods and
maintain a distance of at least 12 in/30 cm.
Rearview camera
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