2008 BMW M5 Owner's Manual - Page 90

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety Displays You can have the picture from the rear view camera displayed in several formats and in combination with the PDC Park Distance Control, refer to page 85. In addition, you also have the option of displaying only the PDC Park Distance Control. > "Camera picture and PDC" The rear view camera picture is shown in the main window of the Control Display. > "Camera view: full screen" The picture of the rear view camera is shown on the entire Control Display. > "Camera view: main window" The picture of the rear view camera is shown in the main window of the Control Display. > "PDC in main window only" PDC is shown in the main window of the Control Display. 1. Press the controller. 2. Turn the controller until "Brightness" is selected and press the controller. 3. Set the desired brightness. Cleaning rear view camera The lens of the rear view camera is located on the liftgate. The picture quality of the rear view camera may be impaired by dirt. Clean the lens with a moist, non-abrasive cloth. The lens is automatically heated in case of frost. Selecting displays 1. Select "Maneuvering aids" and press the controller, refer to Driver assistance functions. 2. Turn the controller until "View selection" is selected and press the controller. Driving stability control systems Your BMW is equipped with an extended array of systems designed to enhance and maintain vehicle stability under extreme conditions. ABS Antilock Brake System ABS prevents locking of the wheels during braking. Safe steering response is maintained even during full braking. Active safety is thus increased. ABS is operational every time you start the engine. Braking safely, refer to page 129. 3. Select the desired display and press the controller. The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use. CBC Cornering Brake Control When braking during curves or when braking during a lane change, driving stability and steering response are improved further. Setting brightness You can set the brightness of the camera view with the rear view camera switched on. iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16. 88 Electronic brake-force distribution The system controls the brake pressure in the rear wheels to ensure stable braking behavior. Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 248 - © 08/07 BMW AG