BMW X3 Owners Manual: The concept

PDC is a support when parking. When you slowly approach an object in the rear - or also in the front of the vehicle if the feature is available - then the object is reported through:

• Signal tones.
• Visual display.

General information

Ultrasound sensors in the bumpers measure the distances from objects.

The maneuvering range, depending on the obstacle and environmental conditions, is approx. 6 ft/2 m.

An acoustic warning is first given:

• By the front sensors and the two rear corner sensors at approx. 24 in/60 cm.
• By the rear middle sensors at approx. 5 ft/1.50 m.

To ensure full functionality:

• Do not cover sensors, e.g., with stickers, bicycle racks.
• Keep the sensors clean and free of ice.
• When using high-pressure washers, do not spray the sensors for long periods and maintain a distance of at least 12 in/30 cm.