2008 BMW 5 Series Owner's Manual
2008 BMW 5 Series Manual
2008 BMW 5 Series manual content summary:
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Owner's Manual for Vehicle Contents A to Z The Ultimate Driving Machine Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 2
Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 3
to maintaining the value of your BMW throughout an extended service life. This manual is supplemented by a Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or a Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models. We wish you an enjoyable driving experience. BMW AG Online Edition for Part - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 4
© 2007 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich, Germany Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. Order No. 01 41 0 014 240 US English VIII/07, 07 09 500 Printed in Germany Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 5
control Technology for comfort, convenience and safety 108 Lamps 114 Climate 121 Practical interior accessories Driving tips 134 Things to remember when driving Navigation 142 144 156 165 Starting navigation system Destination entry Destination guidance What to do if ... Entertainment 168 172 179 - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 6
information on BMW, e.g. on technology, on the Internet at www.bmwusa.com. * Indicates special equipment, country-specific equipment and optional extras, as instructions to use with the voice command system. {{...}} Identifies the answers generated by the voice command system. Symbols on vehicle - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 7
vehicle When purchasing your BMW, you have decided in favor of a model with individualized equipment and features. This Owner's Manual describes the entire array of options and equipment available with a specific BMW model. Please bear in mind that the manual may contain information on accessories - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 8
genuine parts and accessories approved by BMW. When you purchase accessories tested and approved by BMW and Genuine BMW Parts, you simultaneously acquire the assurance that they have been thoroughly tested by BMW to ensure optimum performance when installed on your vehicle. BMW warrants these parts - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 9
Control System Limited Warranty Detailed information about these warranties is listed in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or in the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models. Reporting safety defects For US customers The following applies only to vehicles - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 10
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buttons, switches and displays is intended to familiarize you with your vehicle's operating environment. The section will also assist you in becoming acquainted with the control concepts and options available for operating the various systems. Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 12
Cockpit Cockpit Around the steering wheel: controls and displays 1 2 3 4 5 Rear window safety switch 41 Sedan: sun blind* for rear window 122 Opening and closing windows 40 Adjusting exterior mirrors 53 Automatic curb monitor* 53 Folding exterior mirrors in and out* 53 6 Turn signals 67 High - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 13
wipers 68 Rain sensor 68 Sports Wagon: rear window wiper 69 10 Starting/stopping engine and Switching ignition on/off 61 16 Opening luggage compartment lid/ tailgate 33, 35 17 Head-Up Display* 102 BMW Night Vision* 104 Navigation Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment 18 Parking - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 14
Active cruise control* 70 > Leaving lane warning* 106 8 Display for > Odometer and trip odometer 78 > Computer 79 > Date and remaining travel distance for service requirements 81 > Automatic transmission with Steptronic* 63 > Sport automatic transmission active cruise control* 70 9 Fuel gauge - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 15
applied for Canadian models Lamp flashes: DSC or DTC controls the drive and braking forces for maintaining vehicle stability 92 DTC Dynamic Traction Control 93 Engine malfunction with deteriorating emissions levels 236 Some lamps are tested for proper function by briefly lighting up during starting - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 16
Cockpit Around the center console: controls and displays 14 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 17
system* 23 Reading lamps 113 SOS: initiating an emergency request 247 Interior lamps 112 Glass sunroof*, electric 41 Panorama glass sunroof 43 14 Drive for navigation condensation 116 Rear window defroster 114 11 Changing > radio station 168 12 Ejecting > navigation DVD* 142 > audio CD 168 13 - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 18
iDrive iDrive iDrive combines the functions of a large number of switches. This allows these functions to be operated from a central position. The following section provides an introduction to basic menu navigation due to inattention, both to your own vehicle's occupants and to other road users: - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 19
Menu overview Communication > Telephone* > BMW Assist* or TeleService* Operating principle From radio readiness, refer to page 61, the following message is shown on the Control Display: > Navigation system* > Onboard information, e.g. for displaying the average fuel consumption > Radio > CD - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 20
iDrive Opening menu items of start menu Displays in menu With the start menu you can open the menu items Communication, Navigation, Entertainment and Climate by moving the controller to the left, right, front shown > Direct changing between Communication, Navigation, Entertainment and Climate - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 21
, numerical value or text displays can be changed > Confirmation by changing field Reference Mobility > Turn controller 3 Selecting menu item: refer to 1 19 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 22
voice connection with a service from BMW Assist Additional information appears in the assistance window: > The computer or the trip computer* > The arrow or map view with a navigation system* > The current position Selecting display 1. Move the controller to the right to change to the assistance - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 23
to change to the assistance window and press the controller. 2. Select "Assist. window off" and press the controller. Programmable memory/ direct selection buttons You can save and run certain functions of iDrive on the programmable memory/direct selection buttons: > Destinations of navigation - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 24
iDrive Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the controller. 5. Select "Programmable Memory Keys" and press the controller. If the vehicle is . The assignment of the buttons is displayed. Destination of navigation system Entertainment source Telephone, phone number Not assigned 22 Online Edition - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 25
for the selected systems and provides support in the form of instructions or questions. The voice command system uses a special microphone located in the area of the interior rearview mirror, refer to page 14. Voice commands Activating voice command system 1. Press the button. Via iDrive, set the - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 26
, then operate the equipment via iDrive. Example: selecting a track 1. Switch on Entertainment sound output if necessary. 2. Press the button on the steering wheel. 3. {Entertainment} The system says: {{Entertainment}} Terminating or canceling voice command system Press the or {Cancel} button - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 27
or panorama glass sunroof* closed to prevent interference from ambient noise. > Avoid making other noise in the vehicle while speaking. 25 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 28
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This chapter is intended to provide you with information for complete control of your vehicle. Its extensive array of features and accessories, both for driving and for your own safety, comfort and convenience, are described here. Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 30
page 123 > Sports Wagon: floor panel flap in contains a battery which is charged vehicle during unlocking, different settings are activated and executed in the vehicle, refer to Personal Profile, page 29. Information on the required for maintenance is also stored in the remote control, refer to Service - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 31
Navigation system*: voice instructions for destination guidance, refer to page 142 In addition, the following, most recently selected settings are recalled system when unlocking vehicle, refer to page 30 > Automatic locking of the vehicle, refer to page 32 > Programming buttons* on steering wheel - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 32
used, the welcome lamps, the interior lamps and the courtesy lamps* are switched on or off. The alarm system is armed/disarmed at the same time. You can find more detailed information on the alarm system on page 37. 4. Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the controller. 5. Change to upper field if - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 33
interior lamps Controls Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips With vehicle locked: Press the button. You can also use this function to locate your vehicle in parking garages etc. Confirmation signals You can activate signal is activated. Sports Wagon: unlocking - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 34
or lock doors and the luggage compartment lid or tailgate and rear window with the front doors closed, but does not activate the anti-theft system. The fuel filler door remains unlocked. Automatic locking iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16. 1. Press the button. This opens the start - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 35
locking system vehicle can then be opened from the outside.< Opening from outside 33 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reference Press the button on the luggage compartment lid or the button on the remote control for Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 36
lid lock. The handle recesses on the interior trim of the luggage compartment lid make it system is armed, the alarm will be triggered. You should therefore unlock the vehicle ahead of time. If the alarm is inadvertently triggered: switch off the alarm, refer to page 37.< Sports Wagon BMW AG - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 37
Automatic roll-up cover* Controls Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation 2. Press the locking bar 2 in the direction of manually In case of an electrical malfunction: 1. From the cargo bay, press out the cover 1 on the tailgate with a screwdriver. Sports Wagon BMW AG At a glance - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 38
outside of the tailgate when the vehicle is unlocked. The handle recesses on the interior trim of the tailgate make it Sports Wagon: automatic tailgate operation* Adjusting opening height You can adjust how far the tailgate is to open. iDrive, changed. 36 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 39
> To movements in the vehicle: interior motion sensor, refer to page 38 > To changes in the vehicle's tilt if someone attempts to steal the wheels or tow the vehicle > To interruptions in battery voltage Unauthorized operations are briefly signaled by the alarm system: > with an acoustic alarm - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 40
wheel theft or towing. > Sports Wagon: opening rear window separately > Starting engine Interior motion sensor In order for the interior motion sensor to function properly, the windows and glass sunroof* must be completely closed. Functional requirement > The vehicle or the luggage compartment - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 41
Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Please make sure that the ignition and all electronic systems/consumers are switched off before locking to save the battery.< You can start the engine or switch on the ignition if a remote control is located in the interior of the vehicle. It - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 42
vehicle with the buttons on the remote control or with a key. To start the engine battery to a recycling collection point or to your BMW center.< You can close the windows in the same manner by pulling the switch. Separate switches for the rear windows are located front doors has been opened. 40 Online Edition for Part no - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 43
vehicle, otherwise children could, for example, operate the roof and injure themselves.< Controls Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Closing without pinch protection system The LED lights up when this safety feature is activated. 41 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 44
recommends having this work done by your BMW center. Moving manually* In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can move the glass sunroof manually. 1. Fold the cover panel down, if necessary using a screwdriver from the onboard tool kit, refer to page 237. Opening and closing automatically - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 45
Sports Wagon the remote control when you leave the vehicle, otherwise children could, for example, operate the wind noises in the interior. Each time the panorama glass system might fail to detect certain kinds of obstructions, such as 43 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 46
sunroof may only respond to the raise command. Then have the system initialized. BMW recommends having this work done by your BMW center. Moving manually* In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can move the sunroof manually. 1. Fold back the cover, using the screwdriver from the toolkit at - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 47
systems operate with optimal efficiency, we strongly urge you to observe the instructions . Your vehicle is provided safety belt. Sports Wagon: if hold the steering wheel by front airbag on the front passenger side as a storage area. Make sure that the front front instructions airbag locations and - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 48
the vehicle is being driven, otherwise there is a danger in the event of an accident of sliding under the safety belt, eliminating the protection normally provided by the belt.< Please follow the instructions on damage to safety belts provided on page 51 and the information on the active front head - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 49
*, exterior rearview mirrors, and steering wheel. 47 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips You can also adjust the contour of the backrest to obtain additional support in the lumbar region. Press - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 50
switches or one of the memory buttons. iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16. 1. Open the start menu. 2. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. Select "Settings" and press the controller. 4. Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the controller. 5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 51
the front head restraints removed and installed.< Comfort seat* You can adjust the distance to the back of the head with the shoulder support, refer to page 46. 49 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Controls - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 52
for increased lateral support in the resting position. Rear seats: height adjustment Fastening Make sure you hear the latch plate engage in the belts To ensure that the safety systems continue to provide optimized protection, please observe the adjustment instructions on page 45.< Before every - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 53
/07 BMW AG Reference Press the respective button once per temperature level. The temperature level is shown on the Control Display with buttons 2 and 3. Mobility 1 Seat heating, three LEDs Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls Temperature distribution without active - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 54
, e.g. when the vehicle has become heated up. After a short time, the system is automatically switched down one level in order to prevent excessive cooling.< Turn the controller to adjust the distribution. The setting is applied. Rear Active seat* Operation similar to front seat heating; two - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 55
fold the mirrors in manually, or with button 3, otherwise they could be damaged, depending on the width of the car wash system.< Interior rearview mirror To reduce the dazzle effect of following vehicles at night, turn the knob. 53 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG At - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 56
any kind to the windshield in front of the mirror, either. Press the button. When the steering wheel heater is operating, the LED in the button lights up. Programmable buttons* on steering wheel Steering wheel Adjusting Do not adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving. There is a risk - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 57
entertainment source" Changes audio source > "Night Vision on / off" Switches BMW Night Vision* on/off 5. Select the desired function and press the controller. Operating function Press the corresponding button on the steering wheel. If you have programmed "Navigation voice instructions" for one - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 58
for children Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, otherwise they could endanger themselves and other persons, e.g. by opening the doors.< Installing child restraint systems Observe the child restraint system manufacturer's instructions for selection, installation and use of the child - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 59
have properly clicked into place and that the child restraint system is resting snugly against the backrest. Otherwise, the protective action may be impeded.< Sports Wagon: rear seats The anchor points for the LATCH anchors are located behind the indicated protective caps and are covered again - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 60
corresponding mounting point upward before using. Outer rear seats, Sports Wagon Sports Wagon Three additional mounting points for child restraint systems with a tether strap are provided under covers in the cargo bay floor, refer to arrows. Remove the corresponding covers before use. Placement - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 61
Guide retaining strap through the opening. If the vehicle is equipped with rear side airbags, make sure that children do not lean out of the child's seat towards the door panels. Otherwise injuries can be caused if the side airbags are triggered.< Child-safety locks for rear doors 4. Sports Wagon - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 62
Transporting children safely Safety switch for power windows Always press the safety switch for the power windows, refer to page 41, when children are riding in the rear of the vehicle. 60 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 63
systems/consumers which are not required when the engine is not running to save the battery.< The remote control can only be removed when transmission position P is selected: interlock. 61 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Automatic and sport - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 64
engine speed. Switching off engine When leaving the vehicle, always take the remote control with you. When parking, firmly apply the handbrake, as otherwise the vehicle could roll.< Manual transmission and sport automatic transmission* 1. Shift transmission into position P with the vehicle stopped - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 65
> if you remove the remote control from the ignition lock Manual transmission Handbrake The handbrake is primarily intended to prevent the vehicle from rolling while parked; it brakes the rear wheels. Indicator lamp The indicator lamp lights up, and a signal also sounds when starting off. The - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 66
beyond the increased resistance at full throttle. Sport program and manual mode M/S Engaging P Press button P. R Reverse Select only when the vehicle is stationary. 64 Press selector lever toward the left from transmission position D: The sport program is activated, and DS is displayed in the - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 67
kit, refer to page 237, into the opening, arrow 1. Manually unlocking and locking transmission lock In case of a power failure, e.g. when the battery is drained or disconnected, or an electrical fault, manually release the transmission lock, as otherwise the rear wheels are blocked and the vehicle - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 68
utilized. > Gearshifts are faster. > The engine responds more spontaneously to accelerator pedal movements. > The steering will operate in an even sportier mode. > In the automatic mode, the 6th gear is not engaged. Sport automatic transmission* You can also shift manually with two shift paddles on - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 69
. Deactivating system > Press the SPORT button again > Engage reverse gear > Switch off engine The LED in the button and SPORT in the instrument cluster go out. Press the lever to the resistance point; the turn signal flashes three times. You can activate or deactivate this function. iDrive, for - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 70
the resistance point. The system reverts to normal speed when the vehicle is stationary. Rain sensor The wiper operation is controlled automatically as a function of the rain intensity. The rain sensor is located on the windshield, directly in front of the interior rearview mirror. 68 Online - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 71
heated with the engine running or the ignition switched on. Sports Wagon: Rear window wiper Controls Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips All washer nozzles are supplied from one reservoir. Fill with water and - if required - with a washer antifreeze - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 72
slower moving vehicles ahead. Active cruise traffic congestion, the system can reduce fatigue and changes color. In addition, the system is automatically interrupted: > when braking > when you clutch, shift very slowly and when you engage the idling or the N position of the automatic transmission - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 73
interchanges, service/parking areas or toll booths. It is also important to regulate your vehicle's speed and distance setting within applicable legal limits. Always be ready to take action or apply the brakes if necessary, especially when the system is actively following a vehicle in front of you - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 74
However, you can also activate the system while stopped, refer to system, refer to page 74 Activating stored desired speed and distance, refer to page 73, or driving off, refer to While stopped, page 73 Selecting distance to vehicle Reduce distance. The system stores the current vehicle speed. It is - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 75
bars in the distance indicator 3 mean that the vehicle in front of you has driven off. Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips If the system is interrupted, then it is necessary for the driver to actively intervene by braking and steering. Otherwise, there is a risk of an accident - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 76
desired speed > Green: the system is active. > Orange: the system is interrupted. 1 2 3 Long-range sensor Location of the short-range sensors behind the bumper Location of the short-range sensors behind the bumper with the M sports package* 2 Lights up yellow: vehicle detected ahead Display also - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 77
interchanges, service/parking areas or toll booths. It is also important to regulate your vehicle's speed and distance setting within applicable legal limits. Always be ready to take action or apply the brakes if necessary, especially when the system is actively following a vehicle in front of you - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 78
necessary. When you switch off the engine or ignition, active cruise control is fully switched off, vehicle in front of you is behind a stopped vehicle and unexpectedly changes lanes, you must react yourself, as the system does not react to stopped vehicles. Because of the limited range of the system - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 79
your cruising speed and distance setting. While driving with the system activated, resting your foot on the accelerator pedal will cause the system not to brake even if necessary. Be certain that floormats or other objects on the vehicle floor do not interfere with movement of the accelerator pedal - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 80
At high revs in this range, the flow of fuel is interrupted to protect the engine. Coolant temperature Should the coolant, and with it the engine become too hot, a warning lamp lights up. In addition, a message appears on the risk.< 78 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 81
tilt of the vehicle varies for a longer period, when you are driving in mountainous areas, for example, the indicator may fluctuate slightly. Displays the current fuel consumption. This allows you to see whether your current driving style is conducive to fuel economy with minimum exhaust emissions - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 82
You can also call up the computer via iDrive. For operating principle refer to page 16. 1. Press the button. This opens the start menu. 2. Move the controller to the right to open "Navigation". Without navigation system*: Open "Car Data". 3. Select "Car Data" and press the controller. Entering - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 83
briefly with the ignition switched on. Your BMW Service Advisor can determine your vehicle's current service requirements by reading out the data stored in the remote control.< Navigation Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Display options You can display the computer or the trip - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 84
and press the controller. 5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the controller until "Service requirements" is selected and press the controller. 8. Select "Set service date" and press the controller. The month is selected. 82 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 85
Control monitors functions in the vehicle and issues a message if there is a malfunction in the monitored systems. This kind of Check Control and warning lamps The indicator and warning lamps can light up in different combinations and colors. In urgent cases, this information will be shown - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 86
Select the arrow and press the controller. Displaying additional information later iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16. 1. Press the stored. 4. Turn the controller until "Service Info" is selected and press the controller. 5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the - © 08/07 BMW AG - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 87
activated. 85 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Depending on your vehicle's equipment, the stored Check Control messages are also displayed with the following symbols: Displaying, setting or changing limit iDrive - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 88
menu. 2. Open "Navigation". Without navigation system*: Open "Car Data". 3. Select "Car Data" and press the controller. 4. Select "Stopwatch" and press the controller. Settings on Control Display iDrive, for operating principle refer Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 89
front if necessary to change to the first field from the top. Switching on hour signal* You will hear three tones just before the top of each hour. Select "Hour memo" and press the controller. The hour signal is activated controller. The changed time is BMW AG Communications Entertainment 4. Turn the controller - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 90
lighting conditions. However, you can change the basic setting. iDrive Change Control Display iDrive, for operating controller. 5. Change to upper change the units of measure for consumption, distances, temperature and pressure. iDrive change the language of the text displays. 7. Select and activate - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 91
currently in use. Volume of warning tones* On vehicles equipped with a single drive, you can increase or change the field and turn the controller. The setting is applied. 89 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 92
of an object from behind your vehicle. To measure the distance, there are four ultrasonic sensors in each bumper. The range of these sensors is control currently in use. iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16. Press the button, the LED lights up. Manual deactivation Press the button again - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 93
to enhance and maintain vehicle stability under extreme conditions. ABS Antilock Brake System Navigation Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment ABS prevents locking of the wheels during braking. Safe steering response is maintained even during full braking. Active safety is thus increased - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 94
off and accelerating. The system also identifies unstable driving conditions, such as a loss of traction at the rear of the vehicle or sliding of the vehicle in its front wheels. In these cases, DSC helps the vehicle maintain a safe course within physical limits by reducing engine output and through - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 95
: DTC controls the drive forces and brake forces. The indicator lamp lights up: DTC is activated. Activating HDC You can activate HDC: > with the programmable buttons on the steering wheel, refer to page 54 > using iDrive iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16. Deactivating DTC Press the - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 96
on active stabilizers on the front and rear axles. Suspension compliance adapts to suit driving conditions, varying from performance-oriented during cornering to smooth and comfort-oriented when the vehicle is proceeding in a straight line. During vehicle operation, the system continuously runs - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 97
Sports Wagon: self-leveling suspension Malfunction The warning lamp for self-leveling suspension lights up yellow and a message is shown on the Control Display. A malfunction has occurred in the self-leveling suspension. Stop and check the vehicle. If it is considerably lower at the rear than at the - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 98
inflation pressure loss. 1. Reduce speed and stop the vehicle carefully. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuvers. 2. Identify damaged tire. If identification is not possible, contact a BMW center.< 3. Replace the damaged wheel, refer to Changing wheels on page 242. 96 Online Edition for Part - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 99
The tire and system status is indicated by the color of the tires. TPM takes the fact that the tire pressure changes during driving into account. A correction is only required if requested by TPM with the color. Green The tire pressure matches the learned set state. "TPM active" is displayed on - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 100
tire on the vehicle. 2. Replace the damaged wheel or wheels, refer to Changing wheels on page 242. In contrast to a compact wheel, a spare wheel is equipped with the necessary TPM electronics and also monitored after mounting and after resetting the system. Have the tire replaced by a BMW center or - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 101
your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system, TPMS, that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires are significantly under- Active steering* The concept The active steering is a system that actively varies the steering angle of the front wheels - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 102
Malfunction The warning lamp lights up yellow and a message is shown on the Control Display. The active steering is no longer operational. At low speeds, greater steering wheel movements are required, whereas at higher speeds, the vehicle reacts more sensitively to steering wheel movements. The - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 103
on the front passenger side are not activated. Most child's seats are detected by the system. Especially the child's seats required by the NHTSA at the time the vehicle is manufactured. After installing a child's seat, make sure that the indicator lamp for the front passenger airbags lights up. This - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 104
This enables you to take in this information without looking away from the road. 1 2 Navigation instructions Display > Cruise control > Active cruise control > Leaving lane warning 3 Speed Selecting displays iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16. 1. Press the button. This opens the start - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 105
center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel. Care instructions You can find everything you need to know on this topic by consulting the separate Caring for your vehicle brochure. 103 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08 - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 106
otherwise, you may damage it.< With the system active, periodically but briefly, glance at the thermal action. BMW Night Vision* The concept BMW Night Vision is a driver assistance system that is then react accordingly. A certain area in front of the vehicle is viewed by an infrared camera and a - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 107
Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the location of the button may differ somewhat. > Press the > Press the button. button. > Press the button on the steering wheel. > Via iDrive, refer to Selecting settings. Selecting settings For iDrive details, refer to page 16. 1. Activate BMW Night Vision - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 108
adjusted. "Curve mode" can only be activated with the "Zoom" function switched on. With "Full screen" activated, "Curve mode" and "Zoom" cannot vehicle is leaving the lane you are currently in on roads with lane limit lines. You feel this due to a slight vibration of the steering wheel. The system - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 109
your personal judgment in determining the course of the road. If the system issues a warning, do not move the steering wheel with unnecessary severity, as otherwise you could loose control of the vehicle.< The function of the system may be limited in the following example situations: > in heavy fog - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 110
, then when you unlock the vehicle, the parking lamps and interior lighting remain illuminated for a brief time. Low beams The low beams light up when the light switch is in position 2 and the ignition is on. Activating/deactivating welcome lamps iDrive, for operating principle refer to page - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 111
08/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment When you activate the headlamp flasher after parking the vehicle and switching off the lamps, the low beams will come on for a brief period. You can set the duration or deactivate the function via iDrive. Navigation Pathway lighting - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 112
switched on depending on the steering angle or the use of turn signals. To avoid blinding oncoming traffic, the Adaptive Head Light directs light towards the front passenger side when the vehicle is at a standstill. When driving in reverse, only the turning lamps are active and illuminate the outer - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 113
or highly reflective signs > approaching certain lights, such as driveway lighting and porch lights > approaching certain traffic signals > approaching large reflective markers In these situations, the system may interpret the above conditions as a vehicle ahead requiring a switch to low beams. When - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 114
of the interior lamps, footwell lamps, door entry lighting, courtesy lamps* and the cargo bay lamps* is automatic. With the courtesy lamps, LED lights are located in the door handles to illuminate the exterior area before the doors. To protect the battery, all lamps in the vehicle are switched - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 115
Reading lamps Reading lamps are located in the front and rear adjacent to the interior lamps. Press the button to switch the lamps on and off. 113 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 116
Front ventilation on page 118 Air to footwell Temperature, left side of passenger compartment Manual air distribution, driver's side Defrosting windows and removing condensation Manual and off manually 10 Temperature, right side of passenger compartment 11 Manual air distribution, front passenger - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 117
grill for interior also adapts your instructions for the temperature to driver's and front passenger side constant. When changing between different you activate the maximum BMW AG Reference Mobility iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16. Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 118
battery. The display stays the same. Manual air distribution You can route the air flowing out into the vehicle interior iDrive front vehicle equipment, upper wires are used as an antenna and are not part of the rear window defroster. 116 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 119
© 08/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips You can respond to pollutants or unpleasant odors in the immediate environment by suspending the supply of outside air. The system then recirculates the air currently within the vehicle. During AUC operation - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 120
close vent outlets Levers to change the vent outlet direction The parked car ventilation blows air into the passenger compartment to lower interior temperatures. It is ready to use in the parked car mode at any outside temperature. You can set two different times for the system to start. The parked - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 121
system to operate. The parked car ventilation is operated via iDrive. activation time is activated. The symbol on the display of the automatic climate control lights up. 119 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 122
Climate The symbol on the display of the automatic climate control flashes when the parked car ventilation has switched on. The parked car ventilation is only available for activation within the next 24 hours. Please reactivated it after this time.< 120 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 123
Practical interior accessories Integrated universal remote control* The concept The integrated universal remote control can replace as many as three hand-held transmitters for various remote-controlled accessories, such as garage and gate or lighting systems. The integrated universal remote control - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 124
interior accessories You can operate the device when the engine is running or when the ignition is switched on. If the device fails to function even after repeated programming, check whether the original hand-held transmitter uses an alternating-code system. To do so, either read the instructions - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 125
flashlight is located on the light in the glove compartment switches on. To prevent injury in the event of an accident while the vehicle is being driven, close the glove compartment immediately after use.< Center armrest, front vehicle equipment, the upper section contains a compartment with a mat - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 126
interior accessories vehicle's loudspeaker system: > AUX-In connection, refer to page 188. > USB/audio interface*, refer to page 189. Press the button at the front and fold the upper compartment or the telephone cradle upward. Storage compartments Storage compartments are located © 08/07 BMW AG - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 127
the button, refer to arrow. The ashtray rises and can be removed. Cigarette lighter, front Closing Press the cover in the center and push in the cup holder. Ashtray, front Opening Press in the lighter with the engine running or the ignition switched on. The lighter can be removed as soon as it - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 128
front. Sports Wagon: In cargo bay Connecting electrical devices Sockets With the engine car vacuum cleaners, etc., with power ratings of up to approx. 200 W at 12 V. Avoid damaging the socket due to inserting plugs of different shapes or sizes. The same is true for all power outlets in the vehicle - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 129
system* Opening 1. Open the buckle of the center safety belt in the rear and insert the latch plate the cover upward, arrow 1. Access to cup holders: Press button 2 and open the cover. 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Depending on the - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 130
rear backrest is divided. You can fold down both sides separately in order to expand the cargo bay. Sports Wagon: cargo bay Roll-up cover Reach into the recess and pull toward the front. When you fold back the backrest, be sure that the catch engages securely. The red warning indicator disappears - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 131
seat. When you no longer require the partition net, grasp floor panel flap can be locked. The partitions in the compartment can be rearranged. 129 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment With an expanded cargo bay Navigation - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 132
interior accessories Folding up spare tire cover 1. Swing up the cover. Compartments in floor 2. Detach the hook from the bracket and hook into the floor panel flap. Before swinging down, return the hook to its original position. Front Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 133
vehicle occupants during braking or evasive maneuvers.< To store the ski bag, perform front seats and fill it. The zipper facilitates access to the stowed items and drying of the ski bag. 4. Insert the latch plate /07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 134
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Driving tips This section is designed to provide you with extra support by supplying information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating conditions. Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 136
000 km Drive at changing engine and driving speeds, however do not exceed 4,500 rpm or 100 mph/ 160 km/h. Avoid full-throttle operation and use of the transmission's kick-down mode during these initial miles. Removing unnecessary cargo Additional weight increases fuel consumption. Removing add-on - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 137
reduces fuel consumption. Having maintenance carried out Have the vehicle serviced regularly in order to achieve the optimum economy and service life of your vehicle. BMW recommends having the maintenance performed by a BMW center. Also please pay attention to the BMW maintenance system, refer - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 138
on downshifting in the manual mode of the automatic transmission, refer to page 64. Do not drive with the clutch depressed, in idle or with the engine switched off, otherwise there will be no engine braking action or support of the braking force and steering. Never allow floor mats, carpets or any - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 139
BMW is contained in the Caring for your vehicle brochure. Determining loading limit 528xi, 535xi Avoid car washes with guide rail heights over 4 in/10 cm, otherwise there is danger of damaging chassis components.< 1. Locate the following statement on your vehicle's placard*: The combined weight - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 140
BMW center. Four lashing eyes mounted in the cargo bay are used to secure these heavy-duty cargo straps, refer to illustration. > Please observe the special instructions vehicle could be damaged. Never exceed either the approved gross vehicle weight . > Sports Wagon: Use the partition net to protect the occu138 Online - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 141
A special rack system is available as an option for your BMW. Please comply with the precautions included with the installation instructions. Mounting points Controls The mounting points are located in the door openings or on the roof rails*. You can find the specified weights under Weights on page - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 142
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Navigation This chapter describes how you can enter destinations and specify your route so that your navigation system guides you reliably to your destination. Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 144
visible even if you change to another application. 1. Move the controller to the right to enter the assistance window. Navigation DVD The navigation system requires a special navigation DVD. The latest version is available at your BMW center. Inserting navigation DVD 2. Press the controller - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 145
controller. 6. Select "Arrow display pop-up instructions" and press the controller. The arrow view appears in the assistance window. 143 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 146
in the event of any contradiction between traffic and road conditions and the instructions issued by the navigation system. If you do not observe this precaution, you can endanger the vehicle occupants and other road users.< iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16. 1. Press the button. This - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 147
of the destination or its zip code must be entered. 5. Change to the third field from the top if necessary. Turn the Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reference > Delete all numbers or letters: Move the controller toward the Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 148
for example, it belongs to another part of the town/city. 1. Change to upper field. The arrow is selected. Entering street, house number . Entering house number All house numbers stored for the street on the navigation DVD can be entered. The intersection is entered in the same way as 08/07 BMW AG - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 149
voice command system. When entering the destination, it is possible to change between voice command and iDrive at any time. Reactivate the voice command function for this purpose if necessary. With {Options} you can have the possible commands read aloud.< 1. Press the button on the steering wheel - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 150
iDrive address book} Map-guided destination selection A destination is suggested by the system. 3. Select town/ system are summarized in a separate list and shown as a destination followed by three dots. 148 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG If you only know the location - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 151
of the map. > "Return to map" changes back to the "Input map". > Exit destination in the destination guidance system, press the controller. The location: > "On destination" > "On location" > "On a new destination" 149 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG 1. Select "Navigation - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 152
e.g. the maximum distance from the current location. 7. Select "" and information and symbols is dependent on the respective navigation DVD.< 9. Select the desired menu item: these destinations and adopt them in the destination guidance system. For example, to plan a longer route, - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 153
guide. To display additional destinations from the destination list: turn the controller. Address book Opening address book iDrive, 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Applying destination in destination guidance system Driving tips Controls At a - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 154
: Select "Start guidance" and press the controller. Changing destinations from address book 3. Select "Use current location as address" and press the controller. The name given can be changed. For operation, refer to Entering a destination manually, page 144. 4. Select "Store in address book - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 155
Vehicle / Tires" and press the controller. 5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the controller until "Delete data" is selected and press the controller. 3. Select "Use current location . For operation, refer to Entering a destination manually, page 144. 6. Select "Delete address book - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 156
active. The route is planned according to fixed rules. The type of road is taken into account, e.g. whether it is a highway or a winding road. The road types are stored on the navigation DVD. As a result, the routes recommended by the navigation system can also be changed in the arrow or BMW AG - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 157
you to enter the names of streets or towns. The system runs ongoing checks, comparing your destination entries with the data stored on the navigation DVD as the basis for instant response. The user benefits include: > Names of specific locations can also vary from the official versions if you are - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 158
Destination guidance Destination guidance Starting destination guidance Via iDrive iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16. 1. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the controller until "Navigation" is selected and press the controller. 2. Select a destination from the destination list - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 159
vehicle Switching voice instructions on/off Selecting vehicle is not located in an area contained on the navigation DVD, e.g. in a parking structure. Navigation Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Direction of travel Driving tips Manually Navigation" and press the controller. 2. Change - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 160
change of direction Distance up to change of direction Change of direction 1 2 3 4 Switching voice instructions on/off Starting/ending destination guidance Map-guided Navigation" and press the controller. 2. Change 5 Changing route criteria Manually displaying you have the option of deciding whether - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 161
traveled on each individual road are also displayed. 1. Select "Navigation" and press the controller. 2. Change into the third field from the top. Turn the controller until "Route list" is selected and press the controller. To switch the voice instructions on and off at any time: button. 1. Press - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 162
With the programmable buttons on the steering wheel you can also make the following settings, refer to page 54: > Repeat the voice instruction: Press button. > Switch voice instructions on/off: Press button longer. 1. Select "Navigation" and press the controller. 2. Change into the third field from - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 163
the controller. Manually displaying traffic information to the distance to the current vehicle position. The traffic information can be 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Depending on the station, either and press the controller. Navigation During destination guidance, the traffic - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 164
the start menu. 2. Move the controller to the right to open "Navigation". 3. Select "Traffic Info" and press the controller. Symbols for these individually. Traffic light failure Roadwork General traffic obstruction Transport of hazardous load Vehicle on wrong carriage way 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 165
40 km, e.g. the length of the traffic jam. The last possible junction will be displayed shortly before this. The current position of your BMW is displayed. 163 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 166
the navigation system is unable to identify a town/city, your current map coordinates will appear. To exit the menu: Select the arrow and press the controller. You can also have the current position displayed on a map, refer to page 158. 164 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 167
DVD is inserted, but an instruction to insert the DVD appears on the Control Display? The navigation DVD may not be the correct DVD for the navigation system. This information is indicated on the DVD label. > you request the current position of your vehicle, but do not receive a precise display - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 168
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Entertainment Operation of the radio, CD and external audio devices, as well as their tone settings are described in this chapter. Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 170
CD Station scan/track search > Change radio station. > Select track for CD player and CD changer. 5 Drive for navigation DVDs Buttons in area of CD player The layout of the buttons can vary depending on your vehicle's equipment. One drive: Operation via iDrive iDrive, for operating principle refer - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 171
, the settings are stored for the remote control currently in use. Changing tone settings 1. Press the button. This opens the start menu. BMW AG Reference Mobility You can also adjust the volume with buttons on the steering wheel, refer to page 11. Communications Entertainment Navigation - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 172
; the field can be changed. 3. Turn the controller until the desired setting is selected. Individual high-end sound system* You can choose between 3. Press the controller. The spatial sound effect is activated. Professional LOGIC7 HiFi System* You can select a spatial sound effect that improves - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 173
Harman International Group. 4. Select "Audio" and press the controller. 5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the controller until "Reset" is 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips 3. Turn the controller until the desired - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 174
iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16. 1. Press the button. This opens the start menu. 2. Move the controller backwards to open "Entertainment". 3. Change . > "Manual": To set stations that can be received in addition to those displayed, refer to Selecting frequency manually on page BMW AG - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 175
. Selecting frequency manually With "Manual" you can change stations with buttons on the steering wheel, refer to page 11. 2. Change into the second field from the top. Mobility Reference 173 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG Communications Entertainment Navigation - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 176
Select "Manual" and press Business: If you are on a longer journey and leave the transmission range of the stations originally set, you can update the list is selected. Storing stations Via iDrive 1. Select "FM" or "AM" and press the controller. 2. Change into the second field from the /07 BMW AG - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 177
Press the controller. Other menu items are displayed. RDS is activated. The setting is stored for the remote control currently in - © 08/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Changing a memory position Communications station names are displayed. Navigation RDS Radio Data System Driving tips 5. Turn - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 178
Weather Service. Details are also provided on the Internet at www.nws.noaa.gov. Activating/deactivating digital radio reception iDrive, for Change to upper field. Turn the controller until "HD radio" is selected and press the controller. 176 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 179
the digital station with the buttons on the radio or the steering wheel. You can store a station, refer to page 174. 177 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG Communications Entertainment Navigation With some stations the digital signals are not transmitted simultaneously - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 180
the controller. 2. Select "Details" and press the controller. The information is displayed. If a digital station is received again when the station is changed, the additional information will be displayed again following a brief interruption. 178 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08 - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 181
package enabled. With this new technology the signal may fail, causing interruptions in reception.< Enabling 1. Select a channel that has not yet been enabled and press the controller. A telephone number and the electronic serial number, ESN, are displayed. The electronic serial number is required - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 182
" has been selected: Select the desired category and press the controller. 1 2 Artist Track 180 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 183
is displayed. 4. Turn the controller to select a memory location and press the controller. The channel is stored. The channels system changes to the next enabled channel. 181 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 184
be played by the CD player, but not by the CD changer. 3. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the controller until "CD" is selected depending on the directory structure. Via iDrive To start playback when there is already a CD in the drive: iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16 BMW AG - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 185
. The CD will start 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, refer to page 11. Via iDrive 1. Press the button. This opens the start menu. 2. Move the controller backwards to open "Entertainment - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 186
CD player and CD changer To change the directory: Select the directory and press the controller. Sampling tracks, scan The system automatically plays a brief sample from each of the tracks on the current CD. 1. Select controller. 184 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 187
Repeat track" or "Repeat directory" and press the controller. Navigation Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment 1. Select "Set" and press 185 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG Driving tips Controls > To repeat all tracks of the current directory, select "Repeat - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 188
sponding direction. button for the corre- Inserting CDs: Insert one CD into each compartment of the magazine with the labeled side up. CD magazine The BMW CD changer for six CDs is installed in the glove compartment. Removing CD magazine To insert CDs into the CD magazine 1 or remove them from - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 189
lines from the center outward. General malfunctions BMW CD/DVD changers and players have been optimized for performance in vehicles. In some instances they may be 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 190
to open "Entertainment". 3. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the controller until "AUX" is selected and press the controller. Connecting 1 Connection for audio playback: 1/8 in/3,5 mm jack plug To play audio tracks through the vehicle's loudspeaker system, connect the headset or lineout - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 191
via the vehicle loudspeakers, connect the iPod to the connections 1 and 2. The menu structure of the iPod is supported by the USB/audio interface. 3. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the controller until "AUX" is selected and press the controller. Starting audio playback Via iDrive If the - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 192
"Repeat track" and press the controller. 2. Select the track and press the controller. 190 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 193
playback cannot always be ensured. Connecting instructions > The USB/audio interface supplies the connected audio device with power, provided the audio device supports this function. It is therefore unnecessary to connect the audio device to a socket in the vehicle during operation. > Do not force - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 194
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Communications This chapter summarizes how to operate your mobile phone using iDrive or voice control and how to use BMW Assist or TeleService. Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 196
once, you can operate the mobile phone via iDrive, with the buttons on the steering wheel and by voice. A mobile phone that has been paired once is automatically detected again with the engine running or the ignition switched on as soon as it is in the vehicle interior. The logon data of up to four - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 197
mobile phone is supported by the full mobile phone preparation package. Information on this subject is also provided on the Internet at: www.bmw.com > The mobile phone is ready to operate. > The Bluetooth link on the vehicle, refer to page 199, and on the mobile phone is active. > Depending on the - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 198
" menu appears. The next time you use the mobile phone in the vehicle interior, it will be detected within a maximum of 2 minutes with the engine running or the ignition switched on. With some mobile phone models it may be necessary to make certain settings for a permanent Bluetooth link - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 199
phone supported by the mobile phone preparation package? Information on this subject is also provided on the Internet at: www.bmw.com. > Do the Bluetooth passkeys on the mobile phone and the vehicle match? The same Bluetooth passkey must be entered both on the mobile phone display and via iDrive - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 200
vehicle. You can change the order of the mobile phones in the list. As long as a mobile phone is selected in this list, the mobile phones cannot be operated via the vehicle. iDrive and press the controller. 5. Change into the second field from controller to the rear to change into the bottom field. > - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 201
Change into the second field from the top, select "Settings" and press the controller. Driving tips Activating/deactivating Bluetooth link Bluetooth technology is not approved in all countries. Observe the applicable local regulations. Temporarily deactivate the Bluetooth link between the vehicle - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 202
front vent outlets downward > Reduce volume of hands-free system Requirements engine is running or the ignition is switched on. > The mobile phone is detected by the vehicle. Opening Communication You operate many of the functions described in the following via the "Communication" menu. iDrive - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 203
is diverted to your mailbox if it has been activated. Alternative: Press the button on the steering wheel. For your phone number to be displayed the steering wheel. 201 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 204
book are stored in lists when the mobile phone is connected to the vehicle via Bluetooth. If the caller is entered in the phone book, the calls are stored. This requires the telephone number of the caller to have been sent. 5. Select "Call" and press the controller. The system dials the number. If - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 205
controller. The system dials the number. If you are not enabled for BMW Assist, you can have several service phone numbers displayed: > BMW Roadside Assistance* when you require breakdown assistance > BMW Customer Relations* for information on all aspects of your vehicle If BMW Assist is enabled - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 206
You can dial the displayed service phone numbers if your mobile phone is paired in the vehicle: iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16. button. 1. Press the This opens the start menu. 2. Move the controller forward to select "Communication". 3. Select "BMW Contact" and press the controller - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 207
. When making your entries, you will be supported by announcements or questions in many cases. The same prerequisites as for operation via iDrive apply, refer to page 200. Voice commands Activating system 1. Briefly press the button on the steering wheel. An acoustic signal indicates that you can - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 208
number}} {Dial} Setting volume of instructions You can adjust the volume for the instructions from the system: Correcting phone number After the last book Operating by voice command requires a personal voice phone book. > With separate drives for audio CDs and navigation DVDs, the entries are - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 209
other noise in the vehicle while speaking. Mounting/removing snap-in adapter 1. Press the area 1 around the button and remove the cover. 207 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 210
Telephoning 2. Insert the snap-in adapter at the front and press down until it engages. Removing mobile phone until it engages. The mobile phone's battery is charged from radio readiness or with the steering unlocked. To protect the vehicle's batteries, avoid using the phone when the ignition - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 211
can locate its position. To do this, the vehicle electronics must be ready for operation. Requirements You can use BMW Assist when the following requirements are met: > The installed BMW Assist system is logged on to a mobile phone network. This network must be capable of transmitting the services - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 212
vehicle data, your current position or the CBS Condition Based Service data. 2. Move the controller forward to select "Communication". 3. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the controller until "BMW the controller. If the location can be determined, the current vehicle position is displayed. - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 213
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BMW Assist concierge service. The concierge service must be enabled separately by the BMW Assist Response Center. Contacting BMW Customer Relations For information on all aspects of your vehicle, you can contact BMW ". 3. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the controller until "BMW Assist" - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 215
with the vehicle. > Press "Select as destination" to transfer the address to the navigation system for destination guidance. 6. Select "Options" and press the controller. Updating BMW Assist Displaying and updating services You will be notified of any changes in the services offered by BMW Assist - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 216
selected and press the controller. 4. Turn the controller until "BMW Service settings" is selected and press the controller. Activating BMW Assist BMW Assist must be activated to use the services. Requirements > Make sure that the vehicle can determine its current position. Reception is best when - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 217
4. Turn the controller until "BMW Service settings" is selected and press the controller. Displaying vehicle data When BMW Assist is activated, the license plate and the vehicle identification number of your vehicle may be displayed. 1. Open the start menu. 2. Press the controller to open the menu. - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 218
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Mobility This section helps you maintain your mobility by supplying important information on vital topics including fuels and lubricants, wheels and tires, service, maintenance and roadside assistance. Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 220
reserve fuel containers in the vehicle. These could become leaky and cause an explosion or a fire in an accident.< Sports Wagon Fuel filler door 1. Unhook the retaining strap*, refer to page 130. 2. Open the right-hand side panel in the cargo bay. 3. Pull the knob with the gas pump symbol - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 221
filler nozzle during refueling, otherwise this leads to > premature pump shutoff > a reduced efficiency of the fuel-vapor recovery system. The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks off the first time. Required fuel Super Premium Gasoline/AKI 91 This gasoline is highly recommended. However - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 222
pressure are crucial not only to the tire's service life, but also to driving comfort and most maximum of 1.25 miles/2 km driving or when the vehicle has been parked for at least 2 hours. When approved and recommended by BMW; a list of these is available from your BMW center.< The permissible top - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 223
/50 R 17 94 H M+S 245/40 R 18 97 V M+S XL Front: 245/40 R 18 93 W Rear: 275/35 R 18 95 W Front: 245/35 R 19 93 Y XL Rear: 275/30 R 19 96 weights can be found on page 257. 221 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 224
Wheels and tires 535i Tire size Compact wheel 94 H M+S 245/40 R 18 93 W 245/40 R 18 97 V M+S XL Front: 245/40 R 18 93 W Rear: 275/35 R 18 95 W Front: 245/35 R 19 93 Y XL Rear: 275/30 R 19 96 Y XL 32 More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 257. 222 Online Edition for Part no. 01 - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 225
W 225/50 R 17 94 H M+S 245/40 R 18 93 W 245/40 R 18 97 V M+S XL Front: 245/40 R 18 93 W Rear: 275/35 R 18 95 W 32/220 35/240 32/220 33/230 weights can be found on page 257. 223 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 226
17 94 H M+S 245/40 R 18 93 W 245/40 R 18 97 V M+S XL Front: 245/40 R 18 93 W Rear: 275/35 R 18 95 W 32/220 35/240 More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 257. 535xi Sports Wagon Tire size Compact wheel*: T 135 permissible load and weights can be found on page 258. 224 Online Edition - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 227
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manufactured in week 33 of 2007. BMW recommends that you replace all tires after performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 229
curbs. These kinds of problems may also be signaled by other changes in vehicle response, such as a strong tendency to pull to the left or right. New wheels and tires Have new wheels and tires installed only by your BMW possible to a restricted degree. Navigation Driving tips Controls In these - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 230
service life.< Recommended tire brands The right wheels and tires BMW recommends that you use only wheel and tire combinations that BMW has tested and approved for your particular vehicle fail to provide the same levels of cold-weather performance as winter tires. Wheels with electronics for TPM - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 231
with as little exposure to light as possible. Always protect tires against all contact with oil, grease and fuels. Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pressure indicated on the side wall of the tire. Rotating wheels between axles BMW does not recommend moving the front wheels to the rear or - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 232
the hood Under the hood Never attempt to perform any service or repair operations on your vehicle without the required professional technical training. If you do not know what repair procedures to follow, have work on your vehicle done only by your BMW center or a workshop that works according to - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 233
spout for engine oil, refer to Adding engine oil Starting-aid terminal, refer to page 248 Filler neck for washer fluid of the headlamp and windshield cleaning systems, refer to page 69 Expansion tank for coolant, refer to page 233 4 231 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 234
if too much oil has been added.< > "Please observe recalculated service interval for engine oil": Do not add engine oil. Before continuing to drive, note the recalculated remaining mileage until the next oil change service, refer to Service requirements on page 81. Have the system checked as soon - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 235
its vehicles with extensive testing. Do not use oil additives, as these may result in engine damage.< Only use approved BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil. If BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil is unavailable, you can add small quantities of other synthetic oils between oil changes. Only use oils of - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 236
click. 6. Have the reason for the coolant loss eliminated as soon as possible. 234 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 237
that you have service and repair operations performed at your BMW center. Take the time to ensure that these service procedures are confirmed by entries in your vehicle's Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models and Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models. These entries - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 238
device. This socket is located to the left on the driver's side, on the underside of the instrument panel under a cover. Important information on the care and maintenance of your BMW is contained in the Caring for your vehicle brochure. Exhaust-gas values The warning lamp lights up. The exhaust-gas - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 239
blade toward the front to disengage it. 3. Mount the new wiper blade and slide in until it is heard to engage. Sports Wagon Rear* The onboard toolkit is located in the left 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 240
follow the instructions in the separate Caring for your vehicle brochure. For bulbs for which changing is not described, and for checking and adjusting headlamp aim, please contact your BMW center.< Halogen headlamps The illustration shows the left-hand side of the engine compartment. 1 2 Cover - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 241
, 55 watts 1. Turn the bulb holder to the left and remove. Have work on the xenon lighting system performed only by your BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel. Due to the high voltage present in the system, there is a danger of - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 242
a malfunction, please go to your BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel. > Backup lamps: 16-watt bulb, W16W > Other lamps: 21-watt bulb, P21W Turn signals, front 21-watt bulb, PY21W 1. Turn the bulb holder to the left and remove - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 243
Lift up floor mat. 2. Undo the quick-release fasteners of the side panel and pull out the panel. 3. Turn the lock to the left and remove the bulb holder. > Backup BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel. Navigation Sports Wagon - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 244
and replacement. 2. Remove the lamp and replace the bulb. Sports Wagon: Brake lamp and backup lamp 1. Turn the locks to the left and fold down the trim. Changing wheels Safety precautions in the event of a flat tire or wheel change: park the vehicle as far as possible from passing traffic and on - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 245
Vehicle jack* Lug wrench* 1. Lift up floor mat or floor panel flap and cover located beneath it. 2. Take out the required tools. 3. After using the tools, return them to the storage space. With run-flat tires, no tools are provided for wheel changes. They can be purchased as accessories at your BMW - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 246
wheels other than Genuine BMW light-alloy wheels, different lug bolts may also be required. 4. Screw in the remaining lug bolts. Tighten all the bolts securely in a diagonal pattern. 5. Lower the vehicle and remove the jack from beneath the vehicle. Preparing wheel change 1. Observe the safety - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 247
allocation diagram are located in the compartment for the onboard tool kit, refer to page 237. Charging battery Only charge the battery in the vehicle via the terminals in the engine compartment with the engine switched off. Connections, refer to Jump starting on page 248. Sports Wagon Spare fuses - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 248
both quick-release fasteners. 2. Fold the cover forward or remove. Sedan: in cargo bay 1. Lift up floor mat. 2. Release the quick-release fastener of the right side panel and pull out the panel. Sports Wagon: in cargo bay 1. Unhook the retaining strap*, refer to page 130. 2. Open the right-hand - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 249
request: > Full preparation package mobile phone. With this equipment, an emergency request is still possible when no mobile phone is paired in the vehicle. > BMW Assist is activated. Activating BMW Assist, refer to page 214. > Radio readiness is activated. > The BMW Assist system is logged on to - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 250
the wing nut to open. Sports Wagon The first-aid kit is located in the right side panel of the cargo bay. Before opening the side panel, pull the retaining strap* toward the rear by its rear end and unhook it. Roadside Assistance* The Roadside Assistance of the BMW Group offers you assistance in - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 251
can be found on the battery. 2. Switch off the engine of the assisting vehicle. 3. Switch off any electrical systems and components in both vehicles. There must not be any contact between the bodies of the two vehicles, otherwise there is a danger of shorting.< Your BMW has a special nut as body - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 252
. Active steering is deactivated and larger steering wheel movements are required.< Switch on the hazard warning flashers depending on the local regulations. If the electrical system fails, mark the vehicle to be towed, e.g. with a sign or warning triangle in the rear window. Manual transmission - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 253
front or rear axle raised, otherwise the wheels could lock up and the transfer case could be damaged.< 251 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reference Have the vehicle transported on a flatbed surface only. Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 254
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Reference This chapter contains the technical data, the short commands of the voice command system, and the index that will direct you as quickly as possible to the information you are looking for. Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 256
Maximum torque at engine speed hp rpm lb ft/Nm rpm cu in/cmμ 182.8/2,996 6 230 6,500 200/270 2,750 535i/xi 181.8/2,979 6 300 5,800 300/407 1,400-5,000 550i 292.8/4,799 8 360 6,300 360/488 3,400 254 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 257
are given in inches/mm. Vehicle height with xDrive: 58.3 in/1,482 mm Smallest turning circle diam.: 37.5 ft/11.4 m, with xDrive 39 ft/11.9 m 255 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 258
Technical data All dimensions given in inches/mm. Smallest turning circle diam.: 39 ft/11.9 m 256 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 259
/1,620 3,660/1,660 3,703/1,680 3,946/1,790 3,968/1,800 528i 535i 550i Sedan Curb weight > Manual transmission > Automatic transmission Approved gross vehicle weight > Manual transmission > Automatic transmission Load Approved front axle load Approved rear axle load Approved roof load capacity Cargo - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 260
Technical data Sports Wagon Curb weight > Manual transmission > Automatic transmission Approved gross vehicle weight > Manual transmission > Automatic transmission Load Approved front axle load Approved rear axle load Approved roof load capacity Cargo bay capacity lbs./kg lbs./kg lbs./kg lbs./kg - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 261
system. Assistance window Function Command To open the assistance window 20 {Assistance window} Driving tips Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation } To change scale in To open BMW Assist 210 To open BMW Service, Services 209 To open "BMW Contact" 203 To open "BMW Contact - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 262
feet} {Route list} {Navigation info on} {Navigation info off} {Repeat navigation info} {Route menu} {New route} {Current position} To change scale To display roads or towns/cities along route To switch on voice instructions To switch off voice instructions To repeat voice instructions To open route - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 263
radio station 172 To open "Presets" 172 To select preset radio station 172 To open "Manual" 173 To open strongest radio stations 174 To open "WB" 176 To switch on weatherband 014 240 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 264
"HDC" 93 To activate BMW Night Vision 105 To deactivate BMW Night Vision 105 To display settings for BMW Night Vision 105 {Settings menu} {Display off} {Info sources} {Settings} {Door locks} {Steering wheel buttons} {Lighting} {Service requirements} {Service} {BMW service settings} {Check Control - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 265
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axle loads, refer to Weights 257 Approved engine oils 233 Approved gross vehicle weight, refer to Weights 257 Armrest, refer to Center armrest, rear 127 A ABS Antilock Brake System 91 - indicator lamp 94 ACC, refer to Active cruise control 70 Accepted calls 202 Accessories 6 Accident, refer to - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 267
14 Around the steering wheel 10 Arrival time - refer to Computer 80 - refer to Starting destination guidance 156 "Arrow display" for navigation system 157 "Arrow display pop-up instructions" 143 Ashtray - front 125 - rear 126 Assist, refer to BMW Assist 209 Assistance systems, refer to Driving - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 268
"Car Data" 80 Care 236 - refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure Cargo - refer to Cargo loading 137 - securing 138 - securing with ski bag 131 Cargo bay - capacity 257 - emergency operation, refer to Opening manually, Sports Wagon 35 - emergency release 34 - expanding, Sports Wagon 128 - floor - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 269
to separate operating instructions Car radio, refer to Radio 172 Car wash 62, 137 - also refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure - with comfort access 39 Catalytic converter, refer to Hot exhaust system 135 "Categories" 180 CBC Cornering Brake Control 91 CBS Condition Based Service 235 "CD" 169 - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 270
117 Cooling system, refer to Coolant 233 Copyright 2 Cornering Brake Control CBC 91 Country of destination for navigation 145 Courtesy lamps 112 Cradle for telephone or mobile phone 123 Cruise control 69 - active cruise control 70 Cruising range 79 Cup holders 125 Curb weight, refer to Weights 257 - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 271
Voice instructions 159 Directory, refer to Phone book 202 Directory for navigation, refer to Address book 151 Direct selection buttons 21 Displacement, refer to Engine data 254 "Display" 88 Display, refer to iDrive controls 16 Display elements, refer to Instrument cluster 12 Displaying vehicle data - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 272
Electric steering wheel adjustment 54 Electronic brake-force distribution 91 Electronic oil level check 232 Emergency operation, refer to Manual operation - door lock 32 - driver's door 32 - fuel filler door 218 - luggage compartment lid 34 - tailgate 35 - transmission lock, automatic transmission - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 273
Floor mat, refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure Floor mats/carpets, refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure Fluid reservoir, refer to Filler neck for washer fluid 69 "FM", reception range 169, 172 FM, waveband 172 Fog lamps 112 - indicator lamp 13, 112 Folding rear backrest 127 - Sports Wagon - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 274
108 - care, refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure - cleaning, refer to Wiper system 68 - cleaning tank, refer to Capacities 258 - filler neck for washer fluid 231 - replacing bulbs 239 Head Light, refer to Adaptive Head Light 110 Head restraints 49 - active front head restraints 49 - removing 50 - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 275
child restraint fixing system 57 Leaving lane warning 106 LEDs light-emitting diodes 238 Length, refer to Dimensions 255 License plate lamp, replacing bulbs 242 Light-emitting diodes LEDs 238 Lighter 125 "Lighting" 67 Lighting - instruments 112 - lamps and bulbs 238 - of the vehicle, refer to Lamps - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 276
models 235 - refer to Service requirements 81 - refer to Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models 235 Maintenance system 235 Malfunction warnings, refer to Check Control 83 Manual air distribution 116 "Manual" on the radio 173 Manual operation - door lock 32 - driver's door 32 - fuel - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 277
instructions 159 - volume adjustment 160 O OBD socket, refer to Socket for Onboard Diagnostics interface 236 Octane ratings, refer to Fuel specifications 219 Odometer 78 Oil, refer to Engine oil 232 Oil change intervals, refer to Service requirements 81 "On a new destination" for navigation system - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 278
Parking brake, refer to Handbrake 63 Parking lamps 108 - replacing bulbs 239 Partition net, Sports Wagon 129 Parts and accessories 6 Passenger-side exterior mirror, tilting down 53 "Pathway lighting" 109 Pathway lighting 109 "PDC" 91 "PDC display on" 91 PDC Park Distance Control 90 Personal Profile - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 279
with voice instructions 159 Route map, refer to Displaying map view 158 "Route preference", changing 154 Route selection 154 RSC Runflat System Component, refer to Runflat tires 227 Rubber parts, refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 280
audio sources, refer to Operation via iDrive 168 Selecting distance with active cruise control 72 Selecting frequency manually 173 Selecting menu items 19 Selecting route 154 Selection options with navigation system 154 Selector lever, automatic transmission with Steptronic 64 Selector lever lock - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 281
Shifting gears, Automatic transmission with Steptronic 64 Shift paddles on steering wheel 66 Short commands of voice command system 259 "Short route" for navigation 154 Short route in navigation, refer to Selecting route 154 Shoulder support 46 "Show current position" 149 "Show destination position" - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 282
ratio, refer to Active steering 99 Steptronic - refer to Automatic transmission with Steptronic 63 - refer to Sport automatic transmission 66 - refer to Sport program and manual mode 64 "Stop" for stopwatch 86 "Stopwatch" 86 Stopwatch 86 Storage area package, Sports Wagon 130 Storage compartments - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 283
trouble - changing wheels lug bolts, refer to After mounting 244 - refer to Engine data 254 Touch tone dialing, refer to Tone dialing method 204 Tow bar 250 Tow fitting 249 Towing 249 - methods 250 - tow fittings 249 - with automatic and sport automatic transmission 250 - with manual transmission - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 284
lane, refer to Leaving lane warning 106 Warning triangle 247 Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models 235 Washer fluid 69 - capacity of the reservoir 69 Washing the vehicle, also refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure Waste container, refer to Ashtray 125 Water on roads, refer - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 285
rear window, Sports Wagon 34 - safety switch 41 Windshield - cleaning, refer to Wiper system 68 - BMW AG Driving tips X Controls "With highways" for navigation system 154 Wood decoration, refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure Word matching principle for navigation 155 Working in the engine - 2008 BMW 5 Series | Owner's Manual - Page 286
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