2010 BMW M5 Owner's Manual - Page 67

Windshield washer nozzles The windshield washer nozzles are heated when the engine is running or the ignition is switched on. Washer fluid Washer fluid antifreeze is flammable. For this reason, keep it away from ignition sources and store only in the closed original container out of reach of children. Otherwise, there is the danger of bodily injury. Always observe the instructions for use provided on the containers.< Only add washer fluid with the engine cooled down to exclude contact with hot engine components. Otherwise there is a danger of fire and to personal safety if the fluid is spilled.< 1 2 3 4 All washer nozzles are supplied from one reservoir. Fill with water and - if required - with a washer antifreeze, according to manufacturer's recommendations. In order to maintain the mixture ratio, mix the washer fluid before filling.< Maintaining, storing and increasing speed Maintaining speed, storing speed, and decelerating Interrupting and deactivating system Resuming stored speed 65 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 738 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Press lever to resistance point, arrow 1: The speed currently being driven is maintained and stored. The display 1 in the speedometer, see below, indicates this regulated speed. Mobility Maintaining, storing and increasing speed Communications Entertainment Filler neck for washer fluid One lever for all functions Navigation Do not use the cruise control under driving conditions that do not permit a constant speed, e.g. when driving on winding roads, in heavy traffic or in poor road conditions such as snow, rain, ice, loose road surface, and poor visibility. Otherwise you could loose control of the vehicle and cause an accident.< Driving tips The cruise control is available for use at speeds of approx. 20 mph/30 km/h and higher. The vehicle stores and maintains the speed that you set using the lever mounted on the steering column. If the engine braking effect is insufficient on a downhill grade, the set speed may be exceeded. Speed can drop on uphill grades if the engine output is insufficient. Controls Do not use the washing mechanisms if there is any danger that the fluid will freeze on the windshield. If you do so, your vision could be obscured. To avoid freezing, use a washer fluid antifreeze, refer to Washer fluid. Do not use washing mechanisms when the washer fluid reservoir is empty, otherwise you will damage the washer pump.< Capacity Approx. 5.3 US quarts/5 liters Cruise control The concept At a glance