BMW Z4 Coupe 2006 - Manual (Page 54)

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3. In the event of complete tire pressure loss,
0 psi/0 kilopascal, you can estimate the
possible distance for continued driving on
the basis of the following guidelines:
> With a light load:
1 person without luggage:
approx. 155 miles/250 km
> With a medium load:
1 person, cargo bay full,
or
2 persons without luggage:
approx. 90 miles/150 km
> With a full load:
2 persons, cargo bay full:
approx. 30 miles/50 km.
Drive cautiously. Do not exceed a speed
of 50 mph/80 km/h. Driving characteris-
tics change if there is a loss of tire pressure.
This includes reduced tracking stability in brak-
ing, extended braking distance and altered nat-
ural steering characteristics.
If unusual vibration or loud noises occur during
the journey, this may be an indication that the
damaged tire has finally failed. Reduce your
speed and pull over to the side of the road at the
earliest opportunity. Otherwise, parts of the tire
could come loose and cause an accident. Do
not continue driving. Contact a BMW Center.
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Electric Power Steering EPS
The concept
The electric power steering is a direct, sporting
steering system. A special combination of elec-
tric motor and transmission helps you steer
more easily. As your speed increases, steering
power assistance is reduced.
Malfunction
The indicator lamp stays lit:
The system is malfunctioning or defec-
tive.
Steering remains operational.
Have the system checked as soon as possible.
Brake Force Display
The brake lamps light up in two stages,
depending on how sharply you apply the
brakes.
> Normal braking:
The brake lamps and the center brake lamp
light up.
> Sharp braking:
A larger portion of the brake lamps lights up.
Airbags
The following airbags are located under the
marked covers:
1 Front airbags
2 Side airbags
3 Knee airbags
Protective action
Comply with the instructions on page 30 ,
or the occupants' personal safety will be
diminished. <
The front airbags help protect the driver and
passenger in the event of a frontal impact in
which safety belts alone cannot provide suffi-
cient protection. When needed, the side airbags
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