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BMW 2008 5 Series Owner's Manual (288 pages)

Brand: BMW | Category: Automobile | Size: 7 MB

Table of Contents

5
- Using this Owner's Manual
  
  6
  - Additional Sources of Information
    6
  - Notes
    6
    
    Symbols Used
    6
    
    Editorial Notice
    7
    
    For Your Own Safety
    7
    
    Maintenance and Repairs
    7
    
    The Individual Vehicle
    7
    
    California Proposition 65 Warning
    8
    
    Parts and Accessories
    8
  - Reporting Safety Defects
    9
  - Service and Warranty
    9
- At a Glance
  
  11
  - Cockpit
    12
    
    Around the Steering Wheel: Controls and Displays
    12
Ignition Lock

13
- Instrument Cluster
  
  14
  - Indicator and Warning Lamps
    15
  - Explanatory Text Messages
    15
  - Around the Center Console: Controls and Displays
    16
  - Idrive
    18
    
    Operating Principle
    19
    
    Menu Overview
    19
    
    Assistance Window
    22
    
    Status Information
    22
    
    Selecting Display
    22
    
    Switching Control Display Off/On
    23
  - Voice Command System
    25
    
    Activating Voice Command System
    25
- Controls
  
  29
  - Opening and Closing
    30
    
    Keys/Remote Control
    30
    
    Central Locking System
    31
    
    Personal Profile
    31
    
    Opening and Closing: Using Remote Control
    32
    
    Compartment Lid
    33
    
    Panic Mode
    33
    
    Manual Operation
    34
    
    Automatic Locking
    34
    
    Opening and Closing: from Inside
    34
    
    Luggage Compartment Lid/ Tailgate
    35
    
    Unlocking and Opening
    35
    
    Emergency Release
    36
    
    Rear Window
    36
    
    Opening from Inside
    37
    
    Alarm System
    39
    
    Interior Motion Sensor
    40
    
    Comfort Access
    40
    
    Starting Engine
    41
  - Opening Luggage Compartment Lid
    41
    
    Replacing Battery
    42
    
    Glass Sunroof*, Electric
    43
    
    Panorama Glass Sunroof
    45
    
    Comfort Position
    45
  - Adjusting
    47
    
    Sitting Safely
    47
    
    Lumbar Support
    49
    
    Seat, Mirror and Steering Wheel Memory
    49
    
    Head Restraints
    51
    
    Safety Belts
    52
    
    Active Seat Ventilation
    53
    
    Seat Heating
    53
    
    Active Seat Ventilation
    54
    
    Interior Rearview Mirror
    55
    
    Exterior Mirrors
    55
    
    Steering Wheel Heating
    56
  - Transporting Children Safely
    58
    
    LATCH Child Restraint Fixing System
    59
- Ignition Lock
  
  63
  - Driving
    63
    
    Start/Stop Button
    63
    
    Switching off Engine
    64
    
    Starting Engine
    64
    
    Indicator Lamp
    65
    
    Automatic Transmission with Steptronic
    65
    
    Transmission Positions
    65
    
    Manual Transmission
    65
    
    Dynamic Driving Control
    68
    
    Turn Signals/ Headlamp Flasher
    69
    
    Turn Signals
    69
    
    Wiper System
    70
    
    Rain Sensor
    70
    
    Washer Fluid
    71
  - Cruise Control
    71
  - Active Cruise Control
    72
    
    Selecting Distance
    74
    
    While Driving
    75
    
    Warning Lamps
    76
    
    Radar Sensors
    76
    
    System Limitations
    77
  - Everything under Control
    80
    
    Odometer, Outside Temperature Display, Clock
    80
    
    Coolant Temperature
    80
    
    Energy Control
    81
    
    Fuel Gauge
    81
    
    Average Fuel Consumption
    82
    
    Trip Computer
    82
    
    Service Requirements
    83
    
    Additional Information
    83
    
    Display Options
    83
    
    Check Control
    85
    
    Speed Limit
    87
    
    Settings on Control Display
    88
    
    Setting Time
    88
    
    Units of Measure
    90
  - Technology for Comfort, Convenience and Safety
    92
    
    PDC Park Distance Control
    92
    
    Abs Antilock Brake System
    93
    
    Driving Stability Control Systems
    93
    
    Electronic Brake-Force Distribution
    93
    
    Dsc Dynamic Stability Control
    94
    
    The Concept
    95
    
    Dynamic Drive
    96
    
    Starting Assistant
    96
    
    FTM Flat Tire Monitor
    97
    
    Initializing System
    97
    
    Tpm Tire Pressure Monitor
    99
    
    Active Steering
    101
    
    Brake Force Display
    102
  - Head-Up Display
    104
    
    Selecting Displays
    104
    
    Setting Brightness
    105
    
    Driving Hints
    106
  - Bmw Night Vision
    106
    
    System Limits
    106
    
    Selecting Settings
    107
    
    Leaving Lane Warning
    108
    
    Automatic Headlamp Control
    110
  - Lamps
    110
    
    Parking Lamps/Low Beams
    110
  - Daytime Running Lamps
    111
    
    Pathway Lighting
    111
  - Adaptive Head Light
    112
    
    Switching off
    112
    
    High Beams/ Roadside Parking Lamps
    112
    
    High-Beam Assistant
    112
    
    Interior Lamps
    114
  - Fog Lamps
    114
    
    Reading Lamps
    115
  - Instrument Lighting
    114
  - Climate
    116
    
    Automatic Climate Control
    116
    
    A Congenial Climate
    117
    
    Auto Program
    117
    
    Rear Window Defroster
    118
    
    Residual Heat
    119
    
    Maximum Cooling
    119
    
    AUC Automatic Recirculated-Air Control/Recirculated-Air Mode
    119
    
    Parked Car Ventilation
    120
    
    Microfilter/Activated-Charcoal Filter
    120
    
    Switching on and off Directly
    121
  - Practical Interior Accessories
    123
    
    Integrated Universal Remote Control
    123
    
    Checking Compatibility
    123
    
    Sun Blinds
    124
    
    Glove Compartment
    125
    
    Center Armrest, Front
    125
    
    Storage Compartments
    126
    
    Clothes Hooks
    126
    
    Cup Holders
    127
    
    Ashtray, Front
    127
    
    Cigarette Lighter, Front
    127
    
    Connecting Electrical Devices
    128
    
    Ashtray, Rear
    128
    
    Cigarette Lighter, Rear
    128
    
    Center Armrest, Rear
    129
    
    Sports Wagon: Cargo Bay
    130
    
    Partition Net
    131
    
    Ski Bag
    133
    
    Securing Cargo
    133
- Driving Tips
  
  135
  - Things to Remember When Driving
    136
    
    Break-In Period
    136
    
    Saving Fuel
    136
    
    General Driving Notes
    137
    
    Driving through Water
    138
    
    Rear Window Wiper
    139
    
    Cargo Loading
    139
    
    Stowing Cargo
    140
    
    Roof-Mounted Luggage Rack
    141
    
    Mounting Points
    141
- Navigation
  
  143
  - Starting Navigation System
    144
  - Destination Entry
    146
    
    Entering a Destination Manually
    146
    
    Selecting Country
    147
    
    Entering Destination Via Voice
    149
    
    Saving Destination
    150
    
    Map-Guided Destination Selection
    150
    
    Selecting Destination Using Information
    151
    
    Destination List
    152
    
    Opening Address Book
    153
    
    Selecting Route
    156
    
    Word Matching Principle
    157
  - Destination Guidance
    158
    
    Starting Destination Guidance
    158
    
    Displaying Route
    159
    
    Destination Guidance Via Voice Instructions
    161
    
    Traffic Information
    162
    
    Bypassing Route Sections
    162
    
    Displaying Traffic Obstructions
    165
    
    Displaying Current Position
    165
  - What to Do if
    167
- Entertainment
  
  169
  - On/Off and Tone
    170
    
    Adjusting Volume
    171
    
    Switching On/Off
    171
    
    Tone Control
    171
  - Radio
    174
    
    Listening to Radio
    174
    
    Storing Stations
    176
    
    Automatically Sorting Stations
    178
    
    Displaying Additional Information
    180
  - Satellite Radio
    181
    
    Enabling or Disabling Channels
    181
  - CD Player and CD Changer
    184
    
    Listening to Cds
    184
    
    Compressed Audio Files
    184
    
    Selecting a Track
    185
    
    Sampling Tracks, Scan
    186
    
    Repeating a Track
    187
    
    Random Play Sequence
    187
    
    Fast Forward/Reverse
    188
  - AUX-In Connection
    190
    
    Starting Audio Playback
    190
  - Usb/Audio Interface
    191
    
    Connecting Instructions
    193
- Communications
  
  195
  - Telephoning
    196
    
    Suitable Mobile Phones
    196
    
    Care Instructions
    196
    
    Operating Options
    196
    
    Activating/Deactivating Bluetooth Link
    201
    
    Receiving Calls
    202
    
    Operation Via Idrive
    202
    
    Voice Commands
    207
    
    Changing between Mobile Phone and Hands-Free System
    207
    
    Operation by Voice
    207
    
    Mounting/Removing Snap-In Adapter
    209
  - BMW Assist
    211
    
    Offered Services
    211
    
    Roadside Assistance
    212
    
    Using Services
    212
    
    Updating BMW Assist
    215
    
    Blocking Services
    216
    
    Activating BMW Assist
    216
    
    Displaying Vehicle Data
    217
- Mobility
  
  219
  - Refueling
    220
    
    Fuel Filler Door
    220
    
    Fuel Specifications
    221
    
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    221
  - Wheels and Tires
    222
    
    Tire Identification Number
    227
    
    Tire Identification Marks
    227
    
    Uniform Tire Quality Grading
    228
    
    Tire Condition
    229
    
    New Wheels and Tires
    229
    
    Run-Flat Tires
    229
    
    Special Characteristics of Winter Tires
    230
    
    Snow Chains
    231
  - Under the Hood
    232
    
    Engine Compartment
    233
    
    Engine Oil
    234
    
    Checking Engine Oil Level
    234
    
    Checking Coolant Level
    235
    
    Approved Engine Oils
    235
    
    Adding Engine Oil
    235
  - Maintenance
    237
    
    BMW Maintenance System
    237
    
    Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US Models and Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian Models
    237
    
    Socket for OBD Onboard Diagnostics Interface
    238
    
    Event Data Recorders
    238
  - Replacing Components
    239
    
    Onboard Tool Kit
    239
    
    Wiper Blade Replacement
    239
    
    Lamps and Bulbs
    240
    
    Light-Emitting Diodes Leds
    240
    
    Halogen Headlamps
    240
    
    Xenon Lamps
    241
    
    Tail Lamps
    242
    
    Side-Mounted Turn Signals
    242
    
    Changing Wheels
    244
    
    What You will Need
    245
    
    Charging Battery
    247
    
    Vehicle Battery
    247
    
    Battery Care
    247
    
    In Glove Compartment
    248
  - Giving and Receiving Assistance
    249
    
    Emergency Request
    249
    
    Warning Triangle
    249
    
    Jump Starting
    250
    
    First Aid Kit
    250
    
    Roadside Assistance
    250
    
    Connecting Jumper Cables
    251
    
    Tow-Starting and Towing
    251
    
    Being Towed
    252
- Reference
  
  255
  - Technical Data
    256
    
    Engine Data
    256
  - Short Commands of Voice Command System
    261
  - Everything from a to Z
    266

BMW 2008 5 Series Service And Warranty Information (54 pages)

Brand: BMW | Category: Automobile | Size: 1 MB

Table of Contents
3
The BMW Maintenance Program - 2008 528I, 528Xi, 535I, 535Xi, 535Xi Sports Wagon, 550I

5
- Coverage
  5
- Maintenance Intervals
  5
- Exclusions from Coverage
  5
- Maintenance Upgrade Option
  5
Maintenance Program

6
Condition Based Service (CBS)

6
Service Interval Display

7
- Info Display Screen Contents
  7
- Control Display Screen Contents
  7
- Symbols
  7
- Quality Certification I
  9
- Special Note
  9
Maintenance Summary

9
- Standard Operations
  9
- Engine Oil
  9
- Front Brake
  9
- Rear Brake
  9
- Vehicle Check
  10
- Brake Fluid
  10
- Spark Plugs
  10
- Automatic Transmission
  10
Evidence of Maintenance Work

11
Emission Control Maintenance Schedule

19
Battery Care

19
Corrosion Protection

19
- Restoring Corrosion Protection
  19
- Underbody Maintenance
  20
Body Inspection

21
Customer Assistance Information

27
Customer Assistance - Notification

27
BBB Auto Line

28
- California Residents
  28
Special Programs

30
BMW Import Processing Centers

30
BMW Roadside Assistance

30
- Owners Eligibility
  31
- Getting Started
  31
- Calling for Assistance
  31
Services

32
- Dispatch Service
  32
- On-Site Assistance
  32
- Lock-Out
  32
- Towing Service
  32
- Sign-And-Drive
  32
- Trip Interruption Benefits
  32
- Car Rental Discounts
  33
- Exclusions
  33
Summary of BMW Limited Warranties

34
New Vehicle Limited Warranty- 2008 Models (Valid Only in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico)

35
- Warrantor
  35
- Warranty Period
  35
- Warranty Begins
  35
- Warranty Coverage
  35
- Safety Belt Warranty - Kansas
  35
- Towing/Other Owner Benefits
  35
- Other Items
  35
- General
  36
Limited Warranty - Rust Perforation 2008 Models

37
- Required Maintenance
  37
Federal Emissions System Defect Warranty (Valid Only in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico)

38
- What Is Not Covered
  39
- General
  39
Federal Emissions Performance Warranty (Valid Only in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico)

40
California Emission Control Warranty Statement* Your Warranty Rights and Obligations

42
- Manufacturer's Warranty Coverage
  42
- Owner's Warranty Responsibilities
  42
California Emission Control System Limited Warranty

43
- What Is Not Covered
  44
- General
  44
- California Emission Warranty Parts List
  45
Notice

45
Tire Warranty Statement

45

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