2006 BMW M6 Owner's Manual - Page 102
2006 BMW M6 Manual
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Things to remember when driving Driving in wet conditions When driving on wet roads or in heavy rain, it is a good idea to apply light pressure to the brake pedal every few miles. Monitor traffic conditions to ensure that this maneuver does not endanger other road users. The heat generated in this process helps dry the pads and rotors to ensure that full braking efficiency will then be available when you need it. the vehicle. Traces of condensed water under the vehicle are therefore normal. Before driving into a car wash Fold in the exterior mirrors, refer to page 44, otherwise they could be damaged due to the width of the vehicle. General information on the care and maintenance of your BMW is contained in the Caring for your vehicle brochure. Hills To prevent overheating and thus reduced efficiency of the brake system, downshift to a gear in which only minimal brake applications are needed when descending long or steep downhill stretches. Even light but consistent pressure on the brake pedal can lead to high temperatures, brake wear and possibly even brake failure.< Do not drive in idle or with the engine switched off, otherwise there will be no engine braking action or support of the braking force and steering. Never allow floor mats, carpets or any other objects to protrude into the area of movement of the pedals and impair their operation.< Ground clearance Ensure that sufficient ground clearance is available. To drive down curbs, select the "Sport" program of the EDC Electronic Damping Control, refer to page 73, to keep the ground clearance as uniform as possible. Otherwise, the vehicle may be damaged.< Cargo loading To avoid loading the tires beyond their approved carrying capacity, never overload the vehicle. Overloading can lead to overheating and increases the rate at which damage develops inside the tires. The ultimate result can assume the form of a sudden blow-out.< Corrosion on brake rotors When the vehicle is driven only occasionally, during extended periods when the vehicle is not used at all, and in operating conditions where brake applications are less frequent, there is an increased tendency for corrosion to form on rotors, while contaminants accumulate on the brake pads. This occurs because the minimum pressure which must be exerted by the pads during brake applications to clean the rotors is not reached. Should corrosion form on the brake rotors, the brakes will tend to respond with a pulsating effect that even extended application will fail to cure. Determining loading limit 1. Locate the following statement on your vehicle's placard*: The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs. or YYY kg, otherwise the vehicle may be damaged and unstable driving conditions may result.< When vehicle is parked Condensation forms in the automatic climate control during operation, and then exits under 100 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 118 - © 02/06 BMW AG