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1998 BMW 528i AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
61 00... Notes on handling optical fibres
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IMPORTANT:
To avoid damage when handling optical fibres, comply with the following points:
- The minimum permitted bending radius is 25 mm.
- Do not subject optical fibres to compressive and tensile load.
- Protect optical fibres against the effects of heat ≥85 °C (e.g. during welding work, drying work with infrared heater or hot air blower).
- Fibre-optic cables are permitted to show only one junction point (bridge), replace fibre-optic cables if necessary.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.