BMW serie 7 1999 ユーザーズマニュアル

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Catalytic converter
The catalytic converter reduces harmful 
exhaust emissions, and is designed for 
use with unleaded fuel only.
Even minute quantities of lead would be 
enough to permanently damage both 
the catalytic converter and the system's 
oxygen sensor.
To ensure efficient, trouble-free engine 
operation and avoid potential damage:
> Be sure to comply with the scheduled 
maintenance requirements
> Fill the fuel tank well before it is 
empty
> If you have problems starting the en-
gine, use jumper cables (you cannot 
tow-start the vehicle with an auto-
matic transmission)
> Avoid other situations in which the 
fuel is not burned, or burns incom-
pletely, such as engaging the starter 
frequently or for extended periods, or 
repeated start attempts in which the 
engine does not start (stopping and 
restarting an engine which is running 
properly does not present a problem). 
Never let the engine run with any of 
the spark plug cables disconnected.
Be sure to comply with the in-
structions above to prevent un-
burned fuel from reaching the catalytic 
converter. Otherwise there is danger of 
overheating and damage to the cata-
lytic converter.
Extreme temperatures occur at the 
catalytic converter on this and every 
catalyst-equipped vehicle. Heat shields 
are installed adjacent to some sections 
of the exhaust system. Never remove 
these shields; do not apply undercoat-
ing to their surfaces. When driving, 
standing at idle, and parking the vehi-
cle, take care to avoid contact between 
the exhaust system and flammable ma-
terials (grass, hay, leaves, etc.). Such 
contact could lead to a fire, resulting in 
personal injury and property damage.
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