BMW 5 SERIES 2016 Owners Manual

Jump-starting
General
information If the battery is discharged, the engine can be
started using the battery of another vehicle and two jumper cables. Only use jumper caj
bles with fully insulated clamp handles.
Safety
information DANGER
Contact with live components can lead to
an electric shock. There is a risk of injuries or danger to life. Do not touch any componentsthat are under voltage.'

corresponding engine or body ground of
the vehicle to be started.
Starting
the
engine
Never use spray fluids to start the engine.
1.Start the engine of the assisting vehicle
and let it run for several minutes at an inj creased idle speed.
If the vehicle to be started has a diesel enj gine: let the engine of the assisting vehiclerun for approx. 10 minutes.2.Start the engine of the vehicle that is to bestarted in the usual way.
If the first starting attempt is not successj
ful, wait a few minutes before making anj
other attempt in order to allow the disj
charged battery to recharge.3.Let both engines run for several minutes.4.Disconnect the jumper cables in the rej verse order.
Check the battery and recharge, if needed.
Tow-starting
and
towing Safety
information WARNING
Due to system limits, individual functions
can malfunction during tow-starting/towing with the Intelligent Safety systems activated,
e.g., approach control warning with light brakj
ing function. There is a risk of an accident.
Switch all Intelligent Safety systems off prior to
tow-starting/towing.'

Manual
transmission
Observe
before
towing
your
vehicle Gearshift lever in neutral position.
Towing NOTE
If manual unlocking of the parking brake
is not possible, the vehicle cannot be moved or
towed. There is a risk of property damage. The
vehicle should only be transported on a loading
platform.'

rectly attach the tow bar or tow rope to the tow
fitting.'

alytic converter, only tow-start while the enjgine is cold.1.Switch on the hazard warning system and
comply with local regulations.2.Ignition, refer to page 70, on.3.Engage third gear.4.Have the vehicle tow-started with the
clutch pedal pressed and slowly releasethe pedal. After the engine starts, immedij
ately press on the clutch pedal again.5.Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow bar or rope, and switch off the hazard
warning system.6.Have the vehicle checked.Seite 265Breakdown
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CareVehicle
features
and
optionsThis chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due
to the selected options or country versions.
This also applies to safety-related functions
and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable country provisions
must be observed.
Vehicle
washes
General
information
Regularly remove foreign objects such as leaves in the area below the windshield when
the hood is raised.
Wash your vehicle frequently, particularly in
winter. Intense soiling and road salt can damj age the vehicle.
Steam
blaster
and
high-pressure
washer
Safety
information NOTE
When cleaning with high-pressure washj
ers, components can be damaged due to the
pressure or temperatures being too high.
There is a risk of property damage. Maintain
sufficient distance and do not spray too long
continuously. Follow the operating instructions for the high-pressure washer.'

4.Release the parking brake.5.Switch the engine off.
In this way, the ignition remains switched on, and a Check-Control message is disj
played.
NOTE
Selector lever position P is automatij
cally engaged when the ignition is
switched off. There is a risk of property damage. Do not switch drive-ready stateoff in vehicle washes.'

Aggressive substances such as spilled fuel, oil,grease or bird droppings, must be removed imjmediately to prevent the finish from being alj
tered or discolored.
Matte
finish Only use cleaning and care products suitable
for vehicles with matte finish. These are availaj ble from a dealerss service center or anotherqualified service center or repair shop.
Leather
care
Remove dust from the leather often, using a
cloth or vacuum cleaner.
Otherwise, particles of dust and road grime
chafe in pores and folds, and lead to increased wear and premature degradation of the leathersurface.
To guard against discoloration, such as from
clothing, clean leather and provide leather care
roughly every two months.
Clean light-colored leather more frequently bej
cause soiling on such surfaces is substantially
more visible.
Use leather care products; otherwise, dirt and grease will gradually break down the protective
layer of the leather surface.
Suitable care products are available from a
dealerss service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
Upholstery
material
care
General
information Vacuum regularly with a vacuum cleaner.
If upholstery is very dirty, e.g., with beverage stains, use a soft sponge or microfiber clothwith a suitable interior cleaner.
Clean the upholstery down to the seams using
large sweeping motions. Avoid rubbing the
material vigorously.Safety
information
NOTE
Open Velcron fasteners on articles of
clothing can damage the seat covers. There is
a risk of property damage. Ensure that any Velj
cron fasteners are closed.'

Fine
wood
partsClean fine wood facing and fine wood compojnents only with a moist rag. Then dry with a
soft cloth.
Plastic
components NOTE
Cleansers that contain alcohol or solj
vents, such as lacquer thinners, heavy-duty grease removers, fuel, or such, can damage
plastic parts. There is a risk of property damj
age. Clean with a microfiber cloth. Dampen
cloth lightly with water.'

Clean the protective glass of the Head-up Disj
play using a microfiber cloth and commercially
available dish-washing soap.
Long-term
vehicle
storage When the vehicle is shut down for longer than
three months, special measures must be
taken. Further information is available from a
dealerss service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.Seite 270MobilityCare270
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