Visual warning
The approach to an object can be shown on the Control Display.
When the distance to an object is small, the PDC display correspondingly shows a red bar in front of the vehicle.

The display appears as soon as Top View is activated
The display appears as soon as Top View is activated.
If the last image selected was the rear view camera, this is displayed again. To switch to Top View:
"Rear view camera"
Select the symbol on
the Control Display.
The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use.
See also:
The concept
Two radar sensors below the rear bumper monitor
the area behind and next to the vehicle at
speeds above approx. 30 mph/50 km/h.
The system indicates whether there are vehicles
in the blind sp ...
The Appendage Factor
M cars have had what I call a high appendage factor — the feeling that the
car is an extension of the driver. It's typically experienced in cars whose
various systems and characteristics are well- ...
At a glance
These overviews of buttons, switches and
displays are intended to familiarize you with your
vehicle. You will also become quickly acquainted
with the available control concepts and options. ...
