2008 BMW 6 Series Owner's Manual - Page 106
2008 BMW 6 Series Manual
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Lamps Adaptive Head Light* The concept Adaptive Head Light is a variable headlamp control system that enables better illumination of the road surface. Depending on the steering angle and other parameters, the light from the headlamp follows the course of the road. Switching off Briefly press the lever in the opposite direction up to the resistance point, arrow 3. High-beam assistant* The concept This system automatically switches the high beams on and off. A sensor on the front side of the inside rearview mirror controls the process. The assistant makes sure that the high beams are switched on whenever traffic conditions permit. This relieves you of the burden of constantly switching back and forth and simultaneously provides you with the best possible visibility. Naturally, you can intervene at any time to switch the high beams on and off as usual. Activating Adaptive Head Light With the ignition switched on, turn the light switch into position 3, refer to page 102. To avoid blinding oncoming traffic, the Adaptive Head Light is not active when driving in reverse and points toward the passenger side when the vehicle is stopped. High beams/ roadside parking lamps Activating system 1. Turn the light switch to position 3, refer to page 102. 2. With the low beams switched on, briefly press the turn signal lever in the high-beam direction. 1 2 3 High beams Headlamp flasher Roadside parking lamps The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up when the high-beam assistant is activated. The system automatically switches between high beams and low beams, reacting to oncoming traffic, vehicles ahead of you, and sufficiently lit areas, e.g. in built-up zones. Roadside parking lamps, left or right* You also enjoy the option of lighting up just one side of your vehicle when parking: Switching on After parking the vehicle, press the lever up or down beyond the resistance point, arrow 3. The roadside parking lamps drain the battery. Do not leave them switched on for long periods of time, otherwise it may no longer be possible to start the engine.< 104 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 242 - © 08/07 BMW AG