BMW 5 SERIES 2018 Owners Manual

2. Pull the switch past the resistance point
again within approx. 4 seconds and hold it
there.
The window closes without jam protection.
Safety
switch
Concept
The safety switch in the driver's door can be used to prevent children, for instance from openjing and closing the rear windows using theswitches in the rear.
Switching
on/off Press button.
The LED lights up if the safety function
is switched on.
Rear
window
rollersunblind
Overview
Button for the roller sunblind.
Operation Press the button to open the closed
roller sunblind or to close the open roller
sunblind.
If the button is pressed again during the movej
ment, the roller sunblind is moved in the oppoj
site direction.
System
limits If you are no longer able to move the roller sunjblind after having activated it consecutively anumber of times, the overheating protection
mechanism is active. The system is blocked for a
limited time to prevent overheating. Let the sysj tem cool.
The roller sunblind cannot be moved at low intej
rior temperatures.
Roller
sunblinds,
rear
sidewindows
WARNING
With closed roller sunblinds and open windows,
the roller sunblinds can be loaded heavily while driving due to the wind. The roller sunblindscan be damaged and compromise the occuj
pants. There is a risk of injury. Do not open the
windows while driving if the roller sunblinds are
closed.
Pull out the roller sunblind at the strap and hook
it onto the bracket.
Glass
sunroof
General
information
The glass sunroof and the sun protection are opj
erated using the same switch.
The glass sunroof is ready for operation when
standby state is switched on.
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Safety
information
WARNING
Body parts can be jammed when operating the glass sunroof. There is a risk of injury. Make
sure that the area of movement of the glass
sunroof is clear during opening and closing.
Overview
Opening/closing the glass sunj roof.
Functional
requirements
The glass sunroof can be operated under the folj
lowing conditions.
'xStandby state is established.'xDrive-ready state is established.'xThe remote control is in the car's interior.
Lifting/closing
glass
sunroof
Push switch briefly upward.
'xThe closed glass sunroof tilts
and the sun protection opens
slightly.'xThe opened glass sunroof
closes until it is in the tilted
position. The sun protection
does not move.'xThe tilted glass sunroof closes.
Opening/closing
the
glass
sunroof
and
sun
protection
separately
'xPress the switch in the desired
direction to the resistance
point and hold it there.
Holding down the switch
opens the sun protection. If
the sun protection is already
fully open, the glass sunroof
opens.
The glass sunroof closes
while the switch is being held.
If the glass sunroof is already
closed or in the tilted position,
the sun protection closes.'xPress the switch in the desired direction past the resistance point.
The sun protection opens automatically. If the
sun protection is already fully open, the glass
sunroof opens automatically.
The glass sunroof closes automatically. If the
glass sunroof is already closed or in the tilted
position, the sun protection closes automatij
cally.
Pressing the switch upward stops the motion.
Opening/closing
the
glass
sunroof
and
sun
protection
together
Briefly press the switch twice insuccession in the desired direcjtion past the resistance point.
The glass sunroof and sun proj
tection move together. Pressing
the switch upward stops the motion.
Convenient opening via the remote control, refer
to page 79.
Closing via Comfort Access, refer to page 88.
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Comfort
positionIn some models, the wind noises in the car's injterior are lowest when the glass sunroof is notfully open. In these models, the automatic funcjtion initially only opens the glass sunroof up to
this comfort position.
Pressing the switch again opens the glass sunj
roof fully.
Jam
protection
system
General
information If the closing force exceeds a certain value when
closing the glass sunroof, the closing operation is interrupted once the roof reaches the half-openposition, or it is stopped when closing from the
tilted position.
The glass sunroof opens slightly.
Closing
from
the
open
position
without
jam
protection
If there is an external danger, proceed as follows:1.Push the switch forward past the resistancepoint and hold.
The glass sunroof closes with limited jam
protection. If the closing force exceeds a spej
cific threshold, closing is interrupted.2.Push the switch forward again past the resistj
ance point and hold until the glass sunroof closes without jam protection. Make sure that
the closing area is clear.Closing
from
the
raised
position
without
jam
protection
If there is an external danger,push the switch forward past the
resistance point and hold it.
The glass sunroof closes without jam protection.
Initializing
after
a
power
interruption
General
information After a power failure during the opening or closjing process, the glass sunroof can only be operjated to a limited extent.
The system can be initialized under the following
conditions.'xThe vehicle is parked in a horizontal position.'xThe drive-ready state is established.'xThe external temperature is above
41 

Seats,
mirrors,
and
steering
wheelVehicle
features
andoptions
This chapter describes all standard, country-spejcific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarilyavailable in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selectedoptions or country versions. This also applies to
safety-related functions and systems. When usj
ing these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations must be observed.
Sitting
safely
An ideal seating position that meets the needs of
the occupants can make a vital contribution to
relaxed, fatigue-free driving.
In the event of an accident, the correct seating
position plays an important role. Follow the inforj mation in the following chapters:
'xSeats, refer to page 104.'xSafety belts, refer to page 107.'xHead restraints, refer to page 108.'xAirbags, refer to page 167.
Seats
Safety
information
WARNING
Seat adjustments while driving can lead to unj
expected movements of the seat. Vehicle conj
trol could be lost. There is a risk of an accident.
Only adjust the seat on the driver's side when
the vehicle is stationary.
WARNING
With a backrest inclined too far to the rear, the
efficacy of safety gear, including safety belts
can no longer be ensured. There is a risk of
sliding under the safety belt in an accident.
There is a risk of injuries or danger to life. Adj just the seat prior to starting the trip. Adjust the
backrest so that it is in the most upright posij tion as possible and do not adjust again while
driving.
WARNING
There is a risk of jamming when moving the seats. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage
to property. Make sure that the area of movej
ment of the seat is clear prior to any adjustj
ment.
Electrically
adjustable
seats
General
information The seat adjustment for the driver's seat is
stored for the driver profile currently used. When
the vehicle is unlocked via the remote control, the position is automatically retrieved if the funcjtion, refer to page 97, is activated for this purj
pose.
The current seat position can be stored using the memory function, refer to page 114.
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Overview1Thigh support2Forward/backward, height, seat tilt3Upper backrest4Backrest width5Lumbar support6Backrest tilt, head restraint
Forward/backward
Push switch forward or backward.
Height
Push switch up or down.
Seat
tilt
Move switch up or down.
Backrest
tilt
Move switch forward or backward.
Thigh
support
Multifunctional
seat
Push switch forward or backward.
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Sport
seat
Pull the lever at the front of the seat and push
the thigh support forward or back.
Lumbar
support
Concept The curvature of the seat backrest can be adj
justed in a way that it supports the lumbar region
of the spine. The lower back and the spine are supported for upright posture.
Settings
'xPress the front/rear section of
the button:
The curvature is increased/
decreased.'xPress the upper/lower section
of the button:
The curvature is shifted up/
down.
Backrest
width
Concept
Adjusting the backrest width may improve lateral support when taking corners.
General
information
You can change the backrest width by adjusting
the side wings of the backrest.
To make it easier to enter and exit the vehicle,
the backrest width temporarily opens fully.
Settings'xPress the front section of the
button:
The backrest width dej
creases.'xPress the rear section of the
button:
The backrest width increases.
Upper
backrest
Concept
The upper backrest supports the back in the shoulder area. A correct setting leads to a rej
laxed seating position and reduces strain on the shoulder muscles.
Settings
'xPress the front section of the button:
The upper backrest is inclined forward.'xPress the rear section of the button:
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Safety
belts
Number
of
safety
belts
and
safety
belt
buckles
The vehicle is fitted with five safety belts to enj
sure occupant safety. However, they can only ofj fer protection when adjusted correctly.
The two outer safety belt buckles of the rear
seats are intended for the persons sitting on the
left and right.
The center safety belt buckle of the rear seats is intended for the person sitting in the middle.
General
informationAlways make sure that safety belts are being
worn by the occupants before driving off. The airbags supplement the safety belts as an addijtional safety device. The airbags are not a substijtute for safety belts.
The upper shoulder strap's anchorage point will
be correct for adult seat occupants of every build
if the seat is correctly adjusted.
Safety
information
WARNING
Use of a safety belt to buckle more than one
person will potentially defeat the ability of the safety belt to serve its protective function.There is a risk of injuries or danger to life. Do
not allow more than one person to wear a sinj
gle safety belt. Infants and children are not alj
lowed on an occupant's lap, but must be transj ported and secured in designated child
restraint systems.
WARNING
The efficacy of safety gear, including safety belts, can be limited or lost when safety belts
are fastened incorrectly. An incorrectly fastened
safety belt can cause additional injuries, for inj
stance in the event of an accident or during
braking and evasive maneuvers. There is a risk of injuries or danger to life. Make sure that all
occupants are wearing safety belts correctly.
WARNING
The efficacy of safety gear, including safety belts, may not be fully functional or fail in the
following situations:
'xThe safety belts or safety belt buckles are
damaged, soiled, or changed in any other way.'xBelt tensioners or belt retractors were
modified.
Safety belts can be imperceptibly damaged in
the event of an accident. There is a risk of injuj ries or danger to life. Do not modify safety belts,safety belt buckles, belt tensioners, belt retracjtors or belt anchors and keep them clean. Havethe safety belts checked after an accident atthe dealerss service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
Correct
use
of
safety
belts
'xWear the safety belt twist-free and tight to your body over your lap and shoulders.'xWear the safety belt deep on your hips overyour lap. The safety belt may not press onyour stomach.'xDo not rub the safety belt against sharp
edges, or guide it or jam it in across hard or
fragile objects.'xAvoid thick clothing.'xRe-tighten the safety belt frequently upward around your upper body.
Buckling
the
safety
belt
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2.Insert the tongue plate into the safety belt
buckle. The safety belt buckle must engage
audibly.
When the safety belt is fastened, the driver's and passenger's belt straps are automatically tightjened once after driving away.
Unbuckling
the
safety
belt
1.Hold the safety belt firmly.2.Press the red button in the safety belt buckle.3.Guide the safety belt back into its roll-up mechanism.
Safety
belt
reminder
for
driver's
seat
and
front
passenger
seat
Display
in
the
instrument
cluster The indicator light lights up and a signalsounds. Make sure that the safety beltsare positioned correctly. The safety belt
reminder can also be activated if objects are
placed on the front passenger seat.
Safety
belt
reminder
for
rear
seats
General
information The safety belt reminder is automatically actij
vated each time the engine starts.
The safety belt reminder is also activated when a
passenger unbuckles a rear seat safety belt durj ing the trip.
Display
in
the
instrument
cluster
The indicator light in the instrument cluster illuj
minates after the engine is started.SymbolDescriptionGreen: the safety belt is buckled on
the corresponding rear seat.Red: the safety belt is not buckled on
the corresponding rear seat.
Safety
mode
In critical situations, for instance during an emerj
gency stop, the front safety belts tighten autoj
matically.
If the situation passes without an accident occurj
ring, the belt tension relaxes.
If the belt tension does not loosen automatically,
stop the vehicle and unbuckle the safety belt usj ing the red button in the safety belt buckle. Fasj
ten the safety belt before continuing on your trip.
Front
head
restraints
General
information The current head restraint position can be stored
using the memory function, refer to page 114.
Safety
information
WARNING
A missing protective effect due to removed or
not correctly adjusted head restraints can cause injuries in the head and neck area. There
is a risk of injury.
'xBefore driving, install the removed head
restraints on the occupied seats.'xAdjust the head restraint so its center supj
ports the back of the head at as close to
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'xAdjust the distance so that the head rej
straint is as close as possible to the back of the head. Adjust the distance via the
backrest tilt as needed.
WARNING
Body parts can be jammed when moving the
head restraint. There is a risk of injury. Make
sure that the area of movement is clear when
moving the head restraint.
WARNING
Objects on the head restraint reduce the proj tective effect in the head and neck area. There
is a risk of injury.
'xDo not use seat or head restraint covers.'xDo not hang objects, for instance clothes
hangers, directly on the head restraint.'xOnly use accessories that have been dej
termined to be safe for attachment to a head restraint.'xDo not use any accessories, for instancepillows, while driving.
Active
head
restraint
In the event of a rear-end collision with a certain
severity, the active head restraint automatically reduces the distance from the head.
Have the active head restraint checked and if
necessary replaced in the case of damage or if it was exposed to an accident.
Adjusting
the
height:
power
head
restraints
Push switch up or down.
Adjusting
the
distance:
manual
head
restraints
'xBack: press the button and push the head rej
straint toward the rear.'xForward: pull the head restraint toward the front.
After setting the distance, move the head rej
straint forward or backward slightly, making sure
it engages properly.
Adjusting
the
distance:
power
head
restraints
The head restraint is automatically repositioned
when the upper backrest is adjusted.
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Adjusting
the
side
extensions
Fold the side extensions on the head restraint
forward for increased lateral support in the restj ing position.
Removing
The head restraints cannot be removed.
Rear
head
restraints
Safety
information
WARNING
A missing protective effect due to removed or not correctly adjusted head restraints can cause injuries in the head and neck area. There
is a risk of injury.
'xBefore driving, install the removed head restraints on the occupied seats.'xAdjust the head restraint so its center supj
ports the back of the head at as close to eye level as possible.'xAdjust the distance so that the head rej
straint is as close as possible to the back of the head. Adjust the distance via the
backrest tilt as needed.
WARNING
Body parts can be jammed when moving the
head restraint. There is a risk of injury. Make
sure that the area of movement is clear when
moving the head restraint.
WARNING
Objects on the head restraint reduce the proj tective effect in the head and neck area. There
is a risk of injury.
'xDo not use seat or head restraint covers.'xDo not hang objects, for instance clothes
hangers, directly on the head restraint.'xOnly use accessories that have been dej
termined to be safe for attachment to a head restraint.'xDo not use any accessories, for instancepillows, while driving.
Folding
down
the
middle
head
restraint
To improve the view to the rear, the center headrestraint can be folded to the rear. Only push the
head restraint down if no one will be sitting in the
center seat.
'xTo the rear: press the button, arrow 1, and
fold the head restraint backward.'xForward: fold the head restraint toward the front as far as it will go. Make sure that the
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