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BMW 5 Series 2016 User Manual

BMW 5 Series 2016
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Owner's Manual
for Vehicle
The Ultimate
Driving Machine®
THE BMW 5 SERIES SEDAN.
O
WNER'S MANUAL.
Contents
A-Z
Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 954 312 - II/15
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Table of Contents

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BMW 5 Series 2016 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBMW
Model5 Series 2016
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Notes

Using this Owner's Manual

Guidance on navigating and utilizing the owner's manual effectively.

Symbols

Explanation of common symbols used in the manual for warnings and indicators.

Vehicle features and options

Overview of standard, country-specific, and optional equipment in the series.

At a glance

Cockpit Overview

Detailed identification of controls and features around the steering wheel.

iDrive System Operation

Explanation of the iDrive system, its concept, and operation.

Voice activation system

How to use the voice activation system for vehicle commands.

Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle

How to access and use the integrated owner's manual within the vehicle.

Controls

Opening and closing

Instructions for unlocking, locking, and opening the trunk lid with the remote control.

Remote control/key

Details on replacing remote control battery, loss, and emergency detection.

Adjusting

Information on adjusting various vehicle settings for comfort and convenience.

Seats

Guidance on adjusting seats, including semi-electric and electric seat features.

Driving

Start/Stop button

How to use the start/stop button to turn the ignition on/off and start the engine.

Engine stop

Information on the Auto Start/Stop function and engine stopping conditions.

Parking brake

Explanation of the parking brake system, its operation, and settings.

Turn signal, high beams, headlight flasher

How to operate turn signals, high beams, and headlight flashers.

Driving stability control systems

Antilock Brake System ABS

Explanation of how ABS prevents wheel locking during braking for increased safety.

Brake assistant

How the brake assistant provides maximum braking force boost in emergency stops.

DSC Dynamic Stability Control

How DSC prevents traction loss and stabilizes the vehicle during driving.

Driving comfort

Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go function, ACC

How ACC automatically maintains desired speed and adjusts to traffic ahead.

Radar sensor

Location and importance of the radar sensor for driver assistance systems.

PDC Park Distance Control

How PDC sensors assist with parking by detecting objects and providing warnings.

Surround View

Overview of camera systems assisting with parking and maneuvering.

Climate control

Automatic climate control

How to use the automatic climate control system for interior comfort.

Rear automatic climate control

Operation of the rear automatic climate control system.

Manual air distribution

How to manually adjust air distribution for different passenger comfort needs.

Temperature

How to set and adjust the desired interior temperature.

Interior equipment

Universal Integrated Remote Control

How to program and use the universal garage door opener.

Ashtray/cigarette lighter

Operation of the front and rear ashtrays and lighters.

Connecting electrical devices

Guidelines for connecting electrical devices to the 12V socket and USB interface.

Storage compartments

Location and use of various storage compartments within the vehicle.

Driving tips

Things to remember when driving

Important notes and advice for driving, including break-in periods and general driving tips.

Saving fuel

Strategies and tips for optimizing fuel consumption and reducing emissions.

Saving fuel

Remove unnecessary cargo

Advice on removing unnecessary weight to improve fuel economy.

Remove attached parts following use

Instructions for removing auxiliary mirrors, roof racks, etc., after use.

Coasting

How to use coasting to conserve fuel and optimize efficiency.

Mobility

Refueling

Instructions and recommendations for refueling the vehicle with the correct fuel.

Fuel

Detailed information on fuel types, quality, and recommendations for gasoline and diesel.

Wheels and tires

Information on tire sizes, inflation pressure, and maintenance.

Wheels and tires

Tire inflation pressure

Safety information and guidance on checking and maintaining correct tire inflation pressure.

Run-flat tires

Information about run-flat tires, their properties, and replacement.

Tire tread

Guidelines for minimum tread depth for summer and winter tires.

Engine compartment

Opening the hood

Step-by-step instructions on how to safely open and close the vehicle's hood.

Engine oil

Information on checking engine oil level, types, and oil change procedures.

Coolant

How to check and add coolant to the engine cooling system.

Maintenance

BMW maintenance system

Explanation of the maintenance system that indicates required service measures.

Condition Based Service CBS

How sensors and algorithms determine vehicle maintenance requirements.

Service data in the remote control

Information on required maintenance stored in the remote control.

Replacing components

Wiper blade replacement

Instructions for replacing wiper blades on the vehicle.

Lamp and bulb replacement

Guidance on replacing various lights and bulbs on the vehicle.

Xenon headlights

Specific instructions and warnings regarding xenon headlight maintenance.

Breakdown assistance

Hazard warning flashers

Location and operation of the hazard warning flashers.

Intelligent Emergency Request

How to initiate an emergency request using the SOS button.

Jump-starting

Instructions for jump-starting a vehicle with a discharged battery.

Care

Car washes

General information and hints for washing the vehicle, including automatic car washes.

Headlights

Guidelines for cleaning and maintaining headlight glass.

Vehicle paint

Advice on caring for the vehicle's paintwork, considering environmental factors.

Reference

Technical data

Contains technical specifications, dimensions, and weights for different vehicle models.

Everything from A to Z

An alphabetical index to quickly locate information throughout the manual.

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