2007 BMW M5 Owner's Manual - Page 65

Activating rain sensor Washer fluid Washer fluid antifreeze is flammable. Always keep it well away from sparks and open flames, and store it in tightly closed containers well out of the reach of children. Always observe the instructions for use provided on the containers.< Filler neck for washer fluid Press the button, arrow 3. The LED in the button lights up. Only add washer fluid with the engine cooled down to exclude contact with hot engine components. Otherwise there is a danger of fire and to personal safety if the fluid is spilled.< Adjusting rain sensor sensitivity level Turn the knurled wheel 5. Deactivating rain sensor Press the button again, arrow 3. The LED goes out. Deactivate the rain sensor when passing through an automatic car wash. Failure to do so could result in damage caused by undesired wiper activation.< Cleaning windshield and headlamps Pull the lever, arrow 4. The system sprays washer fluid against the windshield and activates the wipers for a brief period. When the vehicle lighting is switched on, the headlamps are simultaneously washed at appropriate intervals. Do not use the washing mechanisms if there is any danger that the fluid will freeze on the windshield. If you do so, your vision could be obscured. To avoid freezing, use a washer fluid antifreeze, refer to Washer fluid. Do not use washing mechanisms when the washer fluid reservoir is empty, otherwise you will damage the washer pump.< Fill with water and - if required - with a washer antifreeze, according to manufacturer's recommendations. In order to maintain the mixture ratio, mix the washer fluid before filling.< Capacity Approx. 5.3 US quarts/5 liters. Cruise control The concept The cruise control is available for use at speeds of approx. 20 mph/30 km/h and higher. The vehicle stores and maintains the speed that you set using the lever mounted on the steering column. To maintain the specified speed, the system brakes if the engine braking effect is not sufficient on a downhill grade. Speed can drop 63 Windshield washer nozzles Both windshield washer nozzles are automatically heated with the engine running or the ignition switched on. Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 013 310 - © 02/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment All washer nozzles are supplied from one reservoir. Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance