2009 BMW 3 Series Owner's Manual - Page 68

Driving are currently not met. Calling up Check Control messages, refer to page 78.< Warning lamps The indicator 2 flashes in red; a signal sounds. The system indicates that you must brake and/or maneuver the vehicle yourself. Active cruise control cannot automatically restore the distance to the vehicle ahead. This indicator does not release you from your responsibility to adapt your desired speed and driving style to prevailing driving conditions. The indicator 2 flashes in yellow. The prerequisites for operating active cruise control are not met, e.g. as a result of ABS or DSC interventions. Active cruise control is deactivated. You can reactivate the system, if desired, by tapping or pulling the lever when road and traffic conditions permit. It is not possible to resume a stored speed. snow or ice. If necessary, clean the radar sensor located in the front bumper, see arrow. Be sure to use particular care when removing any layers of snow or ice from the sensor. The system cannot be activated if the sensor is incorrectly aligned. For US owners only The transmitter and receiver units comply with part 15 of the FCC/Federal Communications Commission regulations. Operation is governed by the following: FCC ID: NF3 ACC2SCU 003YK04001 0000 Compliance statement: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: > This device must not cause harmful interference, and > this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Any unauthorized modifications or changes to these devices could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.< Radar sensor Malfunction The warning lamp comes on when the system has failed. A message appears on the Control Display. More information can be found beginning on page 77. The sensor's ability to detect vehicles ahead may be restricted as a result of heavy rain, dirt, System limitations 66 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 603 048 - © 08/09 BMW AG