BMW SERIE 5-E60-2006 Owner's Handbook Manual

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Page 1 Owner's Handbook Contents for Vehicle A to Z The Ultimate Driving Machine Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 2 BMW. 520d Supplementary information is provided in the other documents of on-board literature. 525d We wish you many a safe and enjoyable journey, 530d 535d BMW AG Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 3 BMW AG, Munich. Order No. 01 41 0 159 725 English VIII/05, 05 09 510 Printed in Germany Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Technical features for driving comfort and Mutual aid safety Lights Reference Climate Technical data Practical interior equipment Short commands for the voice input system Driving hints From A-Z Driving precautions Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 5: Notes
{{...}} Identifies replies by the voice input sys- tem. Symbol for components and assemblies Recommends that you study the relevant section of this Owner's Handbook in con- nection with a particular part or assembly. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 6 Tests performed for such permits cannot always cover all operating conditions for BMW vehi- cles, and some of them therefore are insuffi- cient.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 8: Overview
This summary of buttons, switches and displays serves as an initial guide. In addition, it gives you an insight into the principles behind the various ways in which functions can be performed. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 9: Driving Area
High-beam headlights, headlight Opening and closing windows flasher High-beam headlights Folding outside mirrors in and out assistant Adjusting outside mirrors Parking position function Parking lights Check Control Computer Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 10 Adaptive head light Rain sensor High-beam headlights assistant Touring: rear window wiper Instrument lighting Switching the ignition on/off and starting/stopping the engine Front fog lights 11 Ignition lock Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 11 > High-beam headlights assistant > Cruise control speed > Current Check Control message > Desired speed for Active Cruise Fuel gauge Control 10 Resetting trip distance recorder Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 12 You can call up further information, e.g. on the cause of a fault and on what action is required, via the Check Control, see page 76. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 14 19 Calling up start menu on control display Switching off automatic air 20 Dynamic Driving Control conditioning 100, Air volume 99, Defrosting windows and removing mist 100, Heated rear window 99, Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 15: Idrive
You can select menu items and adjust set- tings with the controller: > Move it in four directions, arrow 4 > Turn it, arrow 5 > Press it, arrow 6 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 16 Depending on the vehicle inspection selection, the menu previously called up will be > shown. Settings for telephone Press the controller to call up the menu. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 17 The field currently selected appears highlighted in the display. A symbol shows you which menu item of the start menu was last selected: Communication Navigation or on-board information Entertainment Climate menu Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 18 Turn the controller function is executed > Graphic display, numerical value or text Select a menu item: see 1 displays can be changed > Confirm by changing the field Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 19 No display: > The arrow or map view for cars with naviga- The selected radio station does not tion system broadcast traffic reports > The car's position Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 20 Select "Exit assist. window" and press the controller. To turn back on, switch to the assistance win- dow and press the controller. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 21: Voice Input System
{...} Say the commands marked with this symbol word for word. {{...}} Identifies the replies by the voice Issue the command. input system. The command appears on the control dis- play. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 22 Calling up functions immediately using short commands Short commands enable you to perform certain functions straight away, irrespective of which menu item is selected, see page 223. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 23 Keep the doors, windows and glass roof panorama glass roof closed in order to avoid interference from outside noise. > Avoid causing background noise in the car while you are speaking. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 26: Controls
This chapter enables you to operate your car with greater ease. All equipment items that are of relevance for driving and make your journey safer and more comfortable are described here. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 27: Opening And Closing
Adapter for spare key You need the adapter to start the car with the spare key or to switch on radio readiness. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 28 > Assignment of the programmable buttons unlocked or locked in combination: on the steering wheel, see page > Doors > Luggage compartment lid/tailgate > Fuel filler flap Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 29 Press and hold down the button. The win- Press the controller to call up the menu. dows and the glass roof are opened. Select "Vehicle settings" and press the controller. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 30 The signals are switched on. Touring: unlocking the tailgate Press the button for about one second. The tailgate opens a short way, regardless of whether it was locked or unlocked. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 31 > Closing: When the door is closed, turn the key to the locking position and hold it there. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 32 Persons remaining in the car or pets left inside can lock the doors from the inside. Take the remote control with you, so that the car can be opened from the outside.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 33 Press the button: the tailgate will open as long ment lid lining make it easier to pull the luggage as it is not deadlocked. compartment lid down. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 34 Turn the controller. The setting is adopted; you can now change to another field. Closing To avoid injuries, ensure that the closing area of the tailgate is unobstructed.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 35 > Acoustic alarm Closing the tailgate > Activation of the hazard warning system To avoid injuries, ensure that the closing area of the tailgate is unobstructed.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 37 When a remote control is detected inside the passenger compartment after the car has been unlocked, the electric steering wheel lock dis- engages, see page 56. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 38 Despite the trap protection function, make sure that the windows are not obstructed as they close; if this precaution is Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 39 Take the remote control with you when you leave the car, otherwise children could operate the roof and possibly injure themselves.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 40 Take the remote control with you when you leave the car, otherwise children could operate the roof and possibly injure themselves.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 41 Pressing the switch again stops this movement. Opening and closing roof and sliding trim together Press the switch twice in rapid succession beyond the pressure point. Pressing the switch again stops this movement. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 42 Turn the roof in the desired direc- tion. To close, turn in the direction indicated by the arrow. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 43: Adjusting
Occupants with sensitive hearing may have any restraining effect.< be subject to brief and generally temporary Operating seat belts, see page 47. impaired hearing caused by the ignition and inflation noise. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 44 After releasing the lever, move the seat gently forward or back to make sure it Longitudinal direction engages properly in position. Height Seat tilt Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 45 To facilitate entry and exit, the backrest width is temporarily opened fully. The seat back contour can be altered to provide more support to the curved, lumbar section of the spine. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 46 Briefly press memory button 1 or 2 as desired. The positioning movement is interrupted immediately if you briefly press a seat adjustment switch or one of the memory buttons. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 47 On the Comfort seat, you adjust the distance manually or electrically, depending on the type between the head restraint and the back of your of seat. head via the shoulder support. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 48 5 mph, if the front passenger's seat belt is not fastened, if heavy objects are placed on the front passenger seat, or if the driver or front passenger unfasten their seat belts. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 49 To switch off: press and hold down the button. Temperature distribution The temperature distribution between the seat cushion and seat back can be varied. Press once per ventilation stage. iDrive concept, see page 14. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 51 The steering wheel locks or unlocks automati- dark, turn the knob. cally when the remote control is removed or Automatic-dim mirrors see page 123. inserted, see page 56. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 52 The start menu is called up. controller. Press the controller to call up the menu. Select a button if appropriate and press the Select "Vehicle settings" and press the controller. controller. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 53 Press and hold down the button. > Repeating the last spoken instruction: Press the button. > With Business navigation system, interrupt- ing spoken instructions during an announcement: Press the button. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 54: Child Safety
Turn the key switch to the ON position. The front passenger's airbags are reactivated and can deploy correctly if the need arises. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 56 38, if children are travelling on the rear away from the area around the mountings. seat. Front passenger's seat The ISOFIX child seat mountings are located behind the points marked with arrows. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 57: Driving
You cannot take out the remote control unless the selector lever is in the P position: interlock. Radio readiness and ignition off All indicator and warning lamps in the instru- ment cluster go out. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 58 Control at the same time. Depress the brake. Briefly press the start/stop button. Starting proceeds automatically for a certain time, and ceases automatically as soon as the engine has started. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 59 Otherwise the handbrake is applied. engine could be damaged if you inadvertently shift into 3rd or 4th gear.< Applying The lever engages automatically. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 60 You shift up and down via the shift paddles or > R: reverse the selector lever, without needing to take your foot off the accelerator. > N: neutral Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 61 > To shift down, push it forwards. Press the SPORT button. The LED in the button lights up and the SPORT display appears in the instrument cluster. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 62 D Drive, automatic position Use this position for all normal driving. All for- ward gears are selected as necessary. P R N D DS M1 to M6 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 63 If the indicator lamp flashes more rapidly den: than usual, a flashing turn indicator bulb has failed; if towing a trailer, the failed bulb could be on the trailer.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 64 Deactivate the rain sensor in an automatic car wash, to prevent the car's wipers Switching off wipers or flick-wipe being activated inadvertently and damaged.< Activating/deactivating the rain sensor Cleaning windscreen and headlights Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 65 Do not use cruise control if adverse con- ditions prevent driving at constant speed, e.g. winding roads, heavy traffic or poor surface conditions such as snow, rain, ice or loose Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 66 Selected speed is displayed briefly hill gradient, the set speed may be exceeded. It may also prove impossible to maintain speed with the available engine power on uphill gradi- ents. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 67 Unaccustomed noises when the car is braked automatically are nor- mal. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 68 Knurled wheel turned upwards: brakes at all times, or there is a risk of accidents. To reduce the distance. The system is not able to compensate marked Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 69 Memorised desired speed is displayed position N. In addition, the system is automati- briefly cally deactivated: > When DTC is activated Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 70 If a vehicle pulls out in front of you, e.g. after The system does not respond to oncoming overtaking, the system will not identify the vehi- vehicles. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 71 When your car is approaching a bend, in view of its curvature the system may respond tempo- rarily to vehicles in the other lane. If your car Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 72: Everything Under Control
Ice can still form even at temperatures above +36/377. You should therefore drive carefully over bridges and shaded roads; otherwise there is an increased risk of acci- dent.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 73 If the range is below 50 km, approx. 30 miles, refuel the car, otherwise the engine's functions are not assured and damage occur.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 74 Press the controller to adopt the setting. The distance is automatically preset during route guidance by the navigation system Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 75 The extent of service work required can be read out from the remote control by your BMW Service Advisor.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 76 Select "Schedule date for service" and press the controller. The month is selected. Turn the controller to make the adjustment. To exit the menu: Select the arrow and press the controller. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 77 Less important messages disappear after been issued. The symbol remains visible even if approx. 20 seconds, but they remain memo- the Check Control message disappears again rised. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 78 Check Control messages in the memory: There are no malfunctions in the systems monitored. There are malfunctions in the systems monitored. Supplementary information is given on the control display for certain malfunctions. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 79 Select "Start" and press the controller. The stopwatch starts at the time displayed. > Select "Reset" and press the controller. The stopwatch is reset and starts again if it was running previously. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 80 Turn the controller until "Clock" is selected and press the controller. Press the controller to call up the menu. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 81 Select "Date" and press the controller. Turn the controller until the desired setting is obtained. The setting is saved for the remote control cur- rently in use. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 82 You can alter the language of the dis- play texts. Select the desired language and press the controller. The setting is saved for the remote control cur- rently in use. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 83: Technical Features For Driving Comfort And
If you remain in front of an object that was detected by only one of the corner sensors > If you are driving parallel to a wall Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 84 The system regulates the braking pressure on The setting is saved for the remote control cur- the rear wheels in order to stabilise the braking rently in use. behaviour. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 85 Both Dynamic Traction Control DTC and DSC are deactivated. No stabilising or traction- Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 86 HDC is deactivated immediately, and about approx. 35 km/h, approx. 22 mph. When the car 10 seconds after the ignition has been switched starts to travel downhill, its speed of below off. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 87 BMW specifications and has The system is ready to operate each time the suitably trained personnel if a fault is indicated. engine is started. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 88 The Run Flat Indicator is unable to function if The message "Initialising..." is displayed. the compact wheel is fitted. Initialising is completed during the journey. The control display then shows "Status: RPA active" again. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 89 Drive cautiously and think well ahead. Have the approx. 50 km, approx. 30 miles system checked. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 90 Two-stage brake lights* Picture on the left: normal braking. Picture on the right: strong braking when rear fog lights are not switched on. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 92 Call up the start menu. Press the controller to call up the menu. Select "Display settings" and press the controller. Navigation instructions Display > Cruise control > Active Cruise Control Speed Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 93 Always have a windscreen replaced only either by BMW Service or by a workshop that oper- ates to BMW specifications and has suitably trained personnel. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 94 You can adjust the operating period or deactivate the function using iDrive. iDrive concept, see page 14. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 95 The beam throw of the low-beam headlights must be adjusted manually to suit the load car- ried in the car, otherwise the drivers of oncom- ing vehicles could be dazzled. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 96 1, see page 93. With the low-beam headlights switched on, briefly press the flashing turn indicator lever towards high-beam headlights. High-beam headlights Headlight flasher Parking lights Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 97 If automatic driving lights control has restrictions and your intervention may be been activated, the low-beam headlights required: come on automatically when the front fog lights are switched on.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 98 If you switch on the independent ventila- tion system or auxiliary heater with the remote control, the interior light comes on for a short time by way of confirmation.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 99: Climate
Automatic air conditioning with extended range of features Air vents Air to windscreen and side windows Air to the upper body area, see Ventilation at front on page Air to footwells Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 101 Ventilation for cooling Adjust the outlets so that cool air is directed towards you, e.g. if the car's interior has become hot. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 102 Rear-seat area ventilation Knurled wheel for continuous opening and closing of the outlets Levers for adjusting the direction of the air- flow Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 103 It in addition adapts your temperature require- ments in the light of ambient seasonal influ- ences. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 104 Move the controller repeatedly to the right or left to select the driver's or front passen- ger's side. Move the controller to select the required field. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 105 Following radio readiness, you can adjust the body area. You should therefore open these interior temperature, air flow rate and air distri- outlets for maximum cooling. bution. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 106: Independent Ventilation Principle
Two different switch-on times can be preset. The systems can also be switched on/off using the remote control. They remain switched on for 30 minutes. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 107: Independent Ventilation System/Auxiliary Heater
The symbol on the automatic air conditioning iDrive concept, see page 14. display goes out. Call up the start menu. Move the controller to the left to call up "Climate". Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 108 5 seconds: > To switch on, button 1 > To switch off, button 2 The LED 5 flashes rapidly for about 2 seconds to confirm the switch-on/off request. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 109 BMW Service will gladly initialise it for you. You can use two remote controls for your car. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 110: Practical Interior Equipment
15 seconds, change available from the fax polling number the distance. +49 (0)6838 907 283 3333. If you would like more details, please call the freephone Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 111 Fixed-code hand-held transmitter. Establish the location of the button on the receiver of the device to be operated, e.g. on the drive system. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 112 This is inside the glove box, on the left. The lamp can remain permanently plugged in. Pull the lamp out of its holder whenever it is needed. Press the button and fold the lid up. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 113 Opening There are elasticated pockets on the backs of Push back the cover. the front seats, and there is a net in the front passenger's footwell. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 114 When leaving the car, remove the remote con- trol, otherwise children could operate the ciga- rette lighter and possibly burn themselves.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 115 Centre armrest at rear The released seat back moves forward slightly. Fold the seat back forward at the head restraint. Storage compartment Pull the cover upwards, arrow 1. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 117 Pull the partition net out of the casing by the loop. Hold the rail at both ends and insert in the holders, see arrow 1. This is best done working from the rear seat. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 118 This allows you to secure objects then disappears. Tug the casing to check that it of varying sizes with it. is properly locked in position. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 119 To close, press down the front floor panel flap until it engages. Rear compartment: to open, reach into the recess and fold up the handle. The rear floor panel flap can be removed. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 122: Driving Hints
Driving hints Driving hints Here is a variety of information that you may require in particular driving situations or operating modes. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 123: Driving Precautions
Brake pads and discs do not achieve a favoura- ble wear and contact pattern until the car has covered about 500 km, approx. 300 miles. Drive with caution during this running-in period. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 124 After releasing the footbrake, move off swiftly straight away, as the starting Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 125 Make sure that pedal functions are not impaired Do not make adjustments while the head- by floor mats, carpets or other objects.< lights are still hot, otherwise there is a risk burns.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 126 Place protective material around sharp- edged or pointed objects which could strike the rear window while the car is on the move. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 127 Heavy or hard objects should not be carried loose inside the car, since they could be dis- lodged, for example by heavy braking, sudden avoiding action or similar, and endanger the occupants.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 128 Mirrors of this kind can be turer's operating instructions. obtained from BMW Service. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 129 Trailers with a high centre of gravity can tip over before a swinging motion is detected. The system is not operational if DSC is deacti- vated or malfunctioning, see page 84. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 132: Navigation
Navigation Navigation This chapter describes how you can enter destinations and choose your route, so that your navigation system guides you reliably to your destination. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 133: Starting Navigation System
The navigation DVD can then be removed during route guidance. This ena- bles you to listen to audio CDs during route Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 134 Further menu items are displayed. Select the desired view of the route or "Vehicle position". Press the controller. The assistance window is constantly updated as you travel. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 135: Destination Input
Move the controller to the right to call up "Navigation". If necessary, move the highlighted marker to the second field from the top. Turn the controller until "Address input" is selected and press the controller. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 136 Select the initial letter and press the con- troller. A list of all places starting with that letter is shown on the control display. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 137 Move the highlighted marker to the upper- controller. most field. arrow is selected. Entering road, house number and junction After entering the street, you can add the junc- tion or house number. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 138 DVD, a selection with ranges of numbers is displayed. Select "Information" and press the controller. For further notes on the information, see page 140. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 139 The system can propose up to 20 destina- {Add to address book}. tions that match your entries. Up to 6 entries are displayed at a time on the control display. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 140 "Show destination position" places the current destination at the centre of the map. > "Proceed" changes back to the "Desti- nation input map". > to exit the menu. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 141 Entering a destination manually on page 134. Press the controller. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 142 14. Select "Address book" and press the controller. Storing destinations in the address book You can save approx. 100 destinations in the address book. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 143 Select "Use current location as address" The car's position can be transferred to the and press the controller. address book. The name given can be modified. Operating Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 144 134. Changing destinations from address Deleting destinations from address book book individually Select "Address book" and press the con- troller. Select an entry and press the controller. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 145 This entry appears in second place in the address book. Select "Use current location as address" or "Save current destination" during route guidance and press the controller. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 146 The route criteria can also be changed in the The various criteria are listed on the control arrow or map view: display. Select the corresponding symbol and press the controller. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 147 The system only accepts name entries beginning with letters that are stored on the navigation DVD. This makes it impossible for an incorrect name or unknown addresses to be accepted. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 148: Route Guidance
If you did not reach your destination before the time by means of spoken instructions and end of your last journey, the following query will direction arrows in the display. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 149 Distance to change of direction Change of direction To exit the menu: Select the arrow and press the controller. Switching spoken instructions on/off Calling up traffic information manually Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 150 Displaying/hiding information last selected, see Selecting the destination via Informa- tion, page Changing map view > "Map north-oriented" > "Map, indicating dir. of travel" > "Perspective" Altering route criteria Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 151 If necessary, move the highlighted marker > With the Business navigation system, to to the uppermost field. Turn the controller switch off voice messages during an announcement: Press the button. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 152 A particular section of the route can be avoided: > With the Professional navigation sys- tem, throughout the entire route > With the Business navigation system, for up to 50 km or 50 miles Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 153 Business navigation system: If necessary, move the highlighted marker to the uppermost field. Turn the controller until "TMC" is selected and press the con- troller. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 154 Move the controller to the right to call up Traffic light failure "Navigation". Select "Traffic information" and press the Roadworks controller. Undefined traffic obstruction Transport of hazardous load Oncoming vehicle Height restriction No parking Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 155 The navigation system calculates a new Stop-and-go traffic route to avoid the congestion and then takes you back onto the original route. Congestion Congestion in both directions Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 156 If the navigation system is unable to identify a name for your present position, it is displayed as degrees longitude and latitude. To exit the menu: Select the arrow and press the controller. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 157 DVD. Instead of an arrow indicat- ing a turn, you will see an arrow which indi- cates the general direction of your planned route. Or you have deviated from the pro- Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 160: Entertainment
Entertainment Entertainment This chapter tells you how to operate the radio, CD and TV and adjust the tone settings for these systems. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 161: On/Off And Settings
"Set": depending on the audio source in question, further settings can be made, e.g. for the radio: switch traffic reports on/off, update stations with the strongest received Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 162 "Entertainment" in the start louder than the traffic reports, the volume of an menu: announcement is raised correspondingly. Select "Set" and then "Tone", and press the controller. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 163 Speed-dependent volume control The speed-dependent volume control auto- matically boosts the volume as the car's speed increases. You can select various stages for the increase in volume. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 164 Select "Equalizer" and press the controller. Move the controller to the left or right to select the desired frequency range. Turn the controller until the desired setting is obtained. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 165: Radio
165. according to a variety of selection criteria, e.g. > "Memorised stations": for Professional radio "All stations". Stations that you have previously memo- rised, see page 166. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 166 Select "FM" or "AM" and press the control- ler. Scan starts. Move the highlighted marker to the second field from the top. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 167 The stations for the last selection criterion are displayed again after a short time. The stations are saved for the remote control currently in use. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 168 The most frequently used stations are dis- played first. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 169 Turn the controller until "TP" is selected The traffic reports are switched on. and press the controller. If you choose a traffic report station, broadcast- ing of traffic reports is automatically switched Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 170: Cd Player And Cd Changer
1 minute to read in the data, depending on the directory structure. To start to play a CD if there is already a CD in the drive: Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 171 The CD starts to play at the start of the track. The track is displayed on the control display. You can also change the track with buttons on the steering wheel, see page 9. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 172 Scan is interrupted and the selected track is The information is shown for the current track. retained. The setting is saved for the remote control cur- rently in use. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 173 Select "Set" and press the controller. Further menu items are displayed. To stop the repeat function: Press the controller. Select "Repeat track" or "Repeat directory" and press the controller. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 174 To load or empty it, take the CD magazine 1 out To empty: of the CD changer: Pull out the required slot and remove the CD it contains. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 175 CDs/DVDs than stationary devices would be. If a CD/DVD cannot be played, first check if it has been properly inserted. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 176 2 mph. In certain national-market versions, the TV pic- ture is only visible when the handbrake is applied. However, you can listen to the TV sound while driving.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 177 However, you can adapt your TV receiver to accept all common TV standards. Press the button. The start menu is called up. Press the controller to call up the menu. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 178 Select "TV standard" and press the control- ler. Select the country in which you are cur- rently driving and press the controller. The display of receivable channels is auto- matically updated. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 180: Mobility
Mobility Mobility To assist you in preserving your car's mobility, this section contains important information on operating fluids, wheels and tyres, maintenance routines and minor repairs. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 181: Refuelling
8 litres, approx. 1.8 gal. area. If the range is below 50 km, approx. 30 miles, refuel the car, otherwise the engine's functions are not assured and damage occur.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 182 With this specification, in addition to the grades listed above, you can run the engine on leaded fuel. The minimum grade is likewise 91 RON. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 183: Wheels And Tyres
These tyre pressures apply to sizes of tyre approved by BMW and makes of tyre recom- mended by BMW; details are available from BMW Service. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 184 Continuing a journey with a damaged tyre, see Indication of a flat tyre, page 88. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 185 When driving with snow chains, you may need tyres, they do not normally match the perform- to activate DTC briefly, see page 84.< ance of winter tyres. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 186: In The Engine Compartment
Pull the lever. Opening Press the release lever and open the lid. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 187 10 km, approx. 6 miles. Switch off the engine. After about 5 minutes pull out the dipstick 4 and wipe it dry with a non-linting cloth, paper towel or similar. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 188 Diesel engines Do not add more oil until the level has dropped almost to the lower dipstick mark. When this Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 189 Have the cause of coolant loss rectified as ACEA A3 soon as possible. Diesel engines > Preferred: BMW Longlife-04 > Alternatively: BMW Longlife-01, BMW Longlife-98 or ACEA A3/B4 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 190 BMW has approved for this particular model type. BMW is unable to assess the suitability of brake pads it has not approved and cannot therefore guarantee their safety.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 191: Maintenance
74: > Engine oil > Brakes, separately for front and rear > Micro-filter/activated charcoal filter > Particulate filter > Brake fluid Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 192 Further information is available on the Internet on www.bmw.com or from BMW Serv- ice. General care Useful hints on care of your BMW are provided in the booklet Looking after your car. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 193: Replacing Parts
Observe any instructions supplied by the bulb manufacturer, to avoid the risk of injury or damage when changing bulbs.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 194 BMW Service or by a workshop that operates to BMW specifications and has suitably trained personnel. Otherwise there is a risk of potentially fatal accidents if work is per- Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 195 Other lights: 21 Watt bulb, P 21 W Turn the bulb holder to the left and take it off. Pull out the bulb and change it. Flashing turn indicator Rear light Rear fog light Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 196 Touring Right-hand side: unhook the luggage strap , see page 117. Open the side trim. Turn the bulb holder to the left and take it out. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 197 To avoid rattling noises later, please make a note of the positions of the tools when they are removed, and replace them in the same posi- tions later. Wheel chock Jack Wheel stud wrench Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 198 Take out washer 2 to one side. and hub contact faces and clean the wheel Take out the tool holders 3. studs. Take out the compact wheel. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 199 Only one compact wheel may be fitted at one time. Fit a wheel/tyre combination that matches that of the remaining wheels/tyres at the earliest possible opportunity.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 200 There are spare fuses and plastic tweezers in the toolkit, see page 192. Details of the layout of the fuses are to be found in the load area, behind the right-hand side trim. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 201: Mutual Aid
5 seconds. The LED in the button comes on. As soon as a telephone connection has been set up with the general emergency call centre, the LED flashes. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 202 Do not depart from the proce- dure described below, otherwise personal injury could result or one or both vehicles be damaged.< Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 203 BMW. the engine or body earth connection on the Saloon: donor vehicle. It is stored in the toolkit in the luggage compart- ment lid, see page 192. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 204 > The towbar will generate lateral forces if it is page 201. Servo assistance is not available attached offset. when the engine is not running. The steering Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 205 525xi, 530xi, 530xd when tow- fer box be damaged.< starting, see page 85.< Always have the BMW hoisted onto a loading platform for transporting. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 208: Reference
This chapter contains the technical data, the short commands for the voice input system and the index, which will help you find specific items of information with ease. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 209: Technical Data
120/161 130/175 170/227 200/268 at engine speed 4000 4000 4000 4000 Maximum torque Nm/lb ft 340/250 400/300 500/370 560/410 at engine speed 2000-2750 2000-2750 1750-3000 2000 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 210 (mpg) (17.2/16.6) (17.8/17.0) Extra-urban Litres/100 km 8.0/8.3 7.8/8.2 (mpg) (35.3/34.0) (36.2/34.4) Total Litres/100 km 11.1/11.5 10.8/11.3 (mpg) (25.4/24.6) (26.2/25.0) Ο emissions Grams/km 267/276 260/272 (oz/mile) (15.2/16.0) (14.8/15.4) Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 211 (51.4/50.4) (53.3/50.4) (45.6/43.5) Total Litres/100 km 5.9/6.1 6.9/7.1 6.7/7.0 7.8/8.0 (mpg) (47.9/46.3) (40.9/39.8) (42.1/40.3) (36.2/35.3) Ο emissions Grams/km 158/162 185/189 179/187 208/213 (oz/mile) (9.0/9.2) (10.5/10.7) (10.1/10.6) (11.8/12.1) Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 212 χ value, drag coefficient, for instance a roof rack, wider tyres, additional mirrors. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 213 Car height with xDrive: 1482 mm, approx. 4 ft 10 in Smallest turning circle ∆: 11.4 m, approx. 37 ft 6 in, with xDrive 11.9 m, approx. 39 ft 1 in Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 214 All dimensions in mm. Smallest turning circle ∆: 11.4 m, approx. 37 ft 6 in, with xDrive 11.9 m, approx. 39 ft 1 in Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 215 Rear axle load limit 1190 1190 1200 (lb) (2620) (2620) (2640) Roof load kg (lb) 100 (220) Luggage compartment capacity acc. Litres to VDA test (cu ft) (18.4) Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 216 Rear axle load limit 1280 1280 1280 1300 (lb) (2820) (2820) (2820) (2870) Roof load kg (lb) 100 (220) Load-area capacity acc. to VDA Litres 500-1650 (cu ft) (17.7-58.2) Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 217 Rear axle load limit 1390 1300 1300 1300 (lb) (3060) (2870) (2870) (2870) Roof load kg (lb) 100 (220) Load-area capacity acc. to VDA Litres 500-1650 (cu ft) (17.7-58.2) Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 218 8 Ξ 1800 2000 2000 (lb) (4000) (4400) (4400) > Automatic transmission 2000 2000 2000 (lb) (4400) (4400) (4400) Trailer nose weight kg (lb) 90 (200) Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 219 (4400) (4400) (4400) > braked on slopes of up to 8Ξ 1800 2000 2000 2000 (lb) (4000) (4400) (4400) (4400) Trailer nose weight kg (lb) 90 (200) Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 220 (4400) (4400) > braked on slopes of up to 8 Ξ 1800 2000 2000 2000 (lb) (4000) (4400) (4400) (4400) Trailer nose weight kg (lb) 90 (200) Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 221 > Manual transmission, SMG 5.5/5.6 > Automatic transmission 5.6/5.7 Acceleration from 80 to 120 km/h (50 to 75 mph) > Manual transmission, SMG in 4th gear 5.2/5.4 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 222 > Manual transmission in 4th gear 7.0/7.5 6.5/6.9 5.1/5.1 535d/Touring Top speed km/h 250/250 (mph) (155/155) Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) 6.5/6.6 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 223 Oil grades: page > 540i, 550i 8.0 (14.1 pints) > 520d 5.75 (10.1 pints) > 525d 8.25 (14.5 pints) > 530d/xd 7.75 (13.6 pints) > 535d 8.5 (15.0 pints) Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 224: Short Commands For The Voice Input
{Dial number} {A to Z} Displaying phone book Dialling from the phone book {Call ... } or {Dial name} Displaying "Top 8" {Top 8} Redialling {Last number redial} Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 225 Calling up route 145, {Route} Calling up "New route for" {New route for} Calling up traffic information {Traffic information} Calling up "TMC" {TMC} Displaying the car's position {Vehicle position} Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 226 Calling up CD player {CD menu} Switching on CD player {CD} Calling up CD changer {CD changer menu} Switching on CD changer {CD changer} Selecting CD {CD 1...6} Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 227 Activating speed limit {Limit on} Deactivating speed limit {Limit off} Adjusting brightness of control display {Brightness} Calling up "Units" {Units} Calling up "Languages" 81, {Language} Calling up "Clock" {Clock} Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 228 {Date} Calling up "RPA" {RPA} Calling up "HDC" {HDC} Calling up "PDC" {PDC} Calling up "Traffic information settings" {Traffic information settings} Calling up "Entertainment settings" {Entertainment settings} Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 229 Air pressures, checking, see Approved oil grades, see Adaptive Head Light Tyre pressures Approved engine oils "Address book" in Air recirculation, see Recircu- Aquaplaning navigation lated-air mode 100, Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 230 Backrest contour, see Lumbar – bulb changing Automatic car washes support – two-stage brake lights Automatic-dim mirrors Backrests, see Seats Brake pads Backrest width adjustment – running-in Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 231 – see booklet Looking after "Check Control your car messages" – with comfort access Child restraint systems Catalytic converter, see Hot Child safety catches exhaust system Child seats Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 232 Comfort starting, see Starting Control display, see iDrive Defrost setting 100, the engine – brightness adjustment "Delete address book" in Controller, see iDrive navigation Controls, see Driving area Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 233 Electronic oil level check Driving stability control Electronic Stabilisation systems Program ESP, see Dynamic Dry air, see Cooling Stability Control DSC function 100, Emergency call DSC, see Dynamic Stability Control Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 234 – deactivating, see Exception Coolant temperature "Fast route" in navigation for front passenger’s Engine speed seat Engine starting, see Starting – reactivating the engine Front seat adjustment Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 235 Headlight courtesy delay Hill Descent Control HDC – manual gearbox feature Hints for driving, see Driving – Sequential Manual Gearbox Headlight flasher hints Holder for drinks General care Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 236 Ignition key, see Key/remote Inflation pressures, see Tyre Interior movement control pressures detector Ignition key position 1, see "Info on destination" – switching off Radio readiness Interlock on automatic transmission Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 237 – enlarging control – opening/closing, see – remote control Tailgate – volume – opening from outside Luggage compartment cover, – opening with remote see Load area cover control Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 238 Mirrors position – folding in and out Navigation DVD – heating – memory, see Seat, mirror and steering wheel position memory – parking position Mobile communication equipment Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 239 PDC, see Park Distance North, direction of, in map Comfort access Control view Orientation menu, see Start Performance Nose weight 127, menu Personal Profile "Other place" in "Perspective" navigation Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 240 – comfort access – bulb changing – faults 30, – indicator lamp 11, – garage door opener Rear lights – luggage compartment lid – bulb changing – tailgate Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 241 – seat belts Revolution counter – starting "Save address" in "Rhomb button" – volume of spoken navigation RME, see Rapeseed methyl instructions ester Route instructions, see Spoken instructions Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 242 Gearbox Securing the load Service requirements Smokers' package, see Front Selecting audio sources, see – see also Condition Based ashtray Operation via iDrive Service CBS Snow chains Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 243 Storing tyres Operating Instructions "Star button" Stowage "Telephone list" Start/stop button – see Storage Telephone reception signal "Start" for stopwatch compartments level, see Status "Start guidance" information Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 244 "Tone", tone control – towing eyes Trip distance recorder Tone for audio mode Towing eye "Triple turn signal – adjusting Tow-starting 202, activation" 63, – central setting "TP" Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 245 Ventilation for rear 101, Wheel/tyre renewal, see New – wear indicators Venting wheels and tyres – wheel/tyre combination – see Ventilation 100, Wheelbase, see – winter tyres VHF waveband Dimensions Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 246 Wiper blades, renewing Wiper system – rain sensor – washer fluid – windscreen washer jets Wordmatch principle for navigation Working in the engine compartment Wrench/screwdriver, see Toolkit Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
Page 247 1.5 litres, ap- prox. 2.6 pints. Tyre pressures Summer tyres Winter tyres front rear front rear Up to 4 persons 5 persons or 4 plus luggage Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 725 © 09/05 BMW AG...
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