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The colour incrementation corresponds to the
markings of Park Distance Control PDC.
Washing bay view
The washing bay view provides assistance when
driving into washing bays by displaying the vehi‐
cle's own tyre tracks.
Zoom to trailer tow hitch
To assist with connecting up a trailer, the picture
area around the trailer tow hitch can be zoomed.
Two static circle segments show the distance
between the trailer and the trailer tow hitch.
A docking line which is dependent on the steer‐
ing angle assists you in lining up the trailer tow
hitch with the trailer.
Displaying the trailer tow hitch via iDrive, see
page 242.
When zooming in, remember that the view might
no longer show certain obstacles.
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Flank protection
Principle
The system warns about obstacles at the side of
the vehicle.
Display
Obstacle markings are displayed at the sides of
the vehicle to protect the vehicle's flanks.
▷ No markings: no obstacles have been detec‐
ted.
▷ Coloured markings: warning that obstacles
have been detected.
Limits of the flank protection
The system only shows stationary obstacles that
were previously detected by the sensors when
driving past.
The system does not detect whether an obstacle
subsequently moves. As a result, the markings in
the display are no longer shown at standstill after
a particular length of time. The area next to the
vehicle must be detected again.
Door opening angle
Principle
If obstacle marking is activated, the system
shows any fixed, stationary obstacles that are re‐
stricting the opening angle of the doors.
The system does not issue warnings about ap‐
proaching road users.
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