Rules and regulations, California proposition 65 warning, Obd connector – BMW 760i Sedan 2004 User Manual

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Rules and regulations

California Proposition 65
Warning

California laws require us to issue the fol-
lowing warning:

Engine exhaust and a wide variety of
automobile components and parts,

including components found in the interior
furnishings in a vehicle, contain or emit
chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer and birth defects and
reproductive harm. In addition, certain flu-
ids contained in vehicles and certain prod-
ucts of component wear contain or emit
chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
Battery posts, terminals and related acces-
sories contain lead and lead compounds.
Wash your hands after handling.
Used engine oil contains chemicals that
have caused cancer in laboratory animals.
Always protect your skin by washing thor-
oughly with soap and water.

OBD connector

The Onboard Diagnostic OBD interface
socket is located on the left of the driver's
side under the instrument panel and under
a cover.
The cover has the letters OBD on it.

The purpose of the OBD system is to
ensure proper operation of the emission
control system for the vehicle's lifetime.
The system monitors emission-related
components and systems for deterioration
and malfunction.

An indicator lamp informs you of the
need for service, not of the need to
stop the vehicle. However, the sys-

tems should be checked by your BMW
center at the earliest possible opportunity.

Indicator lamp for Canadian mod-
els.

Under certain conditions, the indicator
lamp will blink or flash. This indicates a
rather severe level of engine misfire. When
this occurs, you should reduce speed and
consult the nearest BMW center as soon as
possible. Severe engine misfire over only a
short period of time can seriously damage
emissions control components, especially
the catalytic converter.

When the

fuel filler cap is not properly

tightened, the OBD system can

detect the vapor leak and the indicator will
light up. If the filler cap is subsequently
tightened, the indicator lamp should go out
within a few days.