BMW M5 Owner's Handbook Manual page 111

Steering wheel heating
Switching on/off
Press the button.
A Check Control message is shown.
If the journey is continued within about 15 mi‐
nutes following a temporary stop, the steering
wheel heating is activated automatically if the
function was switched on at the end of the last
journey.
Memory function
Principle
The memory function enables the following set‐
tings to be stored and retrieved when required:
▷ Seat position.
▷ Exterior mirror position.
▷ Steering wheel position.
▷ Height of the Head-Up Display.
General
For each driver profile, see page 89, two memory
slots can be assigned with different settings.
The following settings are not saved:
▷ Backrest width.
▷ Lumbar support.
Safety notes
WARNING
Using the memory function while driving may
cause the seat or steering wheel to move unex‐
pectedly. You could lose control of the vehicle.
There is a danger of accidents. Only call up the
memory function when the vehicle is at stand‐
still.
Seats, mirrors and steering wheel
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WARNING
There is a risk of entrapment when the seats
are being moved. There is a danger of injury or
damage to property. Before making any adjust‐
ment, make sure that the area of movement of
the seat is kept clear.
Overview
The memory buttons are on the front doors.
Saving
1. Set the desired position.
2. Press the button. The lettering in the
button is illuminated.
3. Press the desired button 1 or 2 while the let‐
tering is illuminated. A signal sounds.
Recalling
The saved position is called up automatically.
Press the desired button 1 or 2.
The operation is cancelled when you press a
seat adjustment switch or press one of the
memory buttons again.
Adjusting the seat position on the driver's side is
interrupted after a short time during the journey.
CONTROLS
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