BMW 5 SERIES 2018 Owners Manual

Safety
information
WARNING
Danger of jamming with folding down the backj rests. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage
to property. Make sure that the area of movej ment of the rear backrest and the of the headrestraint is clear prior to folding down.
WARNING
If a rear seat backrest is not locked, unsecured cargo can be thrown into the car's interior;
for instance, in the event of an accident, braking or an evasive maneuver. There is a risk of injury.Make sure that the rear seat backrest is locked
after folding it back.
WARNING
The stability of the child restraint system is limj ited or compromised with incorrect seat adjustj ment or improper installation of the child seat.
There is a risk of injuries or danger to life. Make sure that the child restraint system fits securelyagainst the backrest. If possible, adjust the
backrest tilt for all affected backrests and corj
rectly adjust the seats. Make sure that seats and backrests are securely engaged or locked.
If possible, adjust the height of the head rej
straints or remove them.
NOTE
Vehicle parts can be damaged when folding
down the rear backrest. There is a risk of damj age to property. Make sure that the area of
movement of the rear backrest including head
restraint is clear when folding down.
Folding
down
the
rear
seat
backrest
from
the
cargo
area1.Unlock the belt lock of the center safety belt
in the rear using the latch plate of another safety belt.2.Insert the latch plate at the end of the beltinto the specially designated fixture on therear window shelf.3.Push the corresponding head restraint downas far as it will go.4.Pull the corresponding lever in the cargo areato release the rear seat backrest.5.The unlocked rear seat backrest moves forj
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Fold
back
the
backrest1.Return the rear seat backrest to the upright
seating position and engage it.2.Release the belt tongue from the fixture on the rear window shelf.3.Insert the belt tongue in the belt lock of the
center safety belt. Make sure you hear the latch plate engage.
Fold
down
the
center
section
1.Fold down the center head restraint.2.Press the switch and pull the center section
forward.
With
an
emergency
wheel:
enlarging
the
cargo
area
Concept
The emergency wheel and any related compoj nents can be temporarily removed to enlarged
the cargo area.
Removing
the
emergency
wheel
and
the
storage
compartments1.Remove the cargo floor panel. To do this, pull the cargo floor panel upward directly behind
the rear backrests.2.Open the ratchet strap.3.Remove the tool holder.4.Remove the emergency wheel from the storj
age well.5.Loosen the ratchet strap from the lashing
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7.Remove the storage well8.Insert the cargo floor panel.
Inserting
the
emergency
wheel
and
the
storage
compartments
Proceed in reverse order to insert the emergencywheel and the storage compartments.
Ski
and
snowboard
bag
The ski and snowboard bag is contained in a
protective jacket in the cargo area.
Follow the installation and owner's manual inj cluded in the protective jacket.
Depending on the vehicle equipment: remove
the emergency wheel from the vehicle to mount
the ski and snowboard bag.
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Things
to
remember
when
drivingVehicle
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.
Breaking-in
period
General
information Moving parts need to begin working together
smoothly.
The following instructions will help you to achj ieve a long vehicle life and good efficiency.
During break-in, do not use the Launch Control, refer to page 139.
Safety
information
WARNING
Due to new parts and components, safety and driver assistance systems can react with a dej
lay. There is a risk of an accident. After instalj
ling new parts or with a new vehicle, drive conj
servatively and intervene early if necessary.
Observe the break-in procedures of the rej
spective parts and components.
Engine,
transmission,
and
axle
drive
Up
to
1,200
miles/2,000
km
Do not exceed the maximum engine and road speed:'xFor gasoline engine 4,500 rpm and
100 mph/160 km/h.'xFor diesel engine 3,500 rpm and
93 mph/150 km/h.
Avoid full load or kickdown under all circumstanj ces.
From
1,200
miles/2,000
km
The engine and vehicle speed can gradually be increased.
Tires Tire traction is not optimal due to manufacturing
circumstances when tires are brand-new; they achieve their full traction potential after a break-intime.
Drive conservatively for the first
200 miles/300 km.
Brake
system Brake discs and brake pads only reach their full
effectiveness after approx. 300 miles/500 km. Drive moderately during this break-in period.
Following
part
replacement Observe the break-in procedures again, if comj
ponents mentioned above are replaced.
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General
driving
notes
Closing
the
tailgate
Safety
information
WARNING
An open tailgate protrudes from the vehicle and can endanger occupants and other traffic parj ticipants or damage the vehicle in the event of
an accident, braking or evasive maneuvers. In
addition, exhaust fumes may enter the car's inj
terior. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage
to property. Do not drive with the tailgate open.
Driving
with
the
tailgate
open
If driving with the tailgate open cannot be
avoided:
'xClose all windows and the glass sunroof.'xGreatly increase the air flow from the vents.'xDrive moderately.
Hot
exhaust
gas
system
WARNING
During driving operation, high temperatures can
occur underneath the vehicle body, for instance
caused by the exhaust gas system. If combustij
ble materials, such as leaves or grass, come in contact with hot parts of the exhaust gas sysj
tem, these materials can ignite. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to property. Do not
remove the heat shields installed and never apj
ply undercoating to them. Make sure that no
combustible materials can come in contact with hot vehicle parts in driving operation, idle or
during parking. Do not touch the hot exhaust gas system.
Exhaust
gas
particulate
filter
Concept
The exhaust gas particulate filter collects soot particles. The soot particles are burned at high temperatures to clean the exhaust gas particujlate filter as necessary.
General
information
During several minutes of cleaning the following
may occur:'xTemporarily, the engine may run less
smoothly.'xA somewhat higher engine speed is necesj
sary to reach usual performance.'xA slight amount of smoke coming from the
exhaust system, even after the engine is
switched off.'xNoises, such as those caused by the radiator
fan running, even some minutes after the enj gine is switched off.
Mobile
communication
devices
in
the
vehicle
WARNING
Vehicle electronics and mobile phones can inj
fluence one another. There is radiation due to the transmission operations of mobile phones.There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to
property. If possible, in the car's interior use only mobile phones with direct connections to
an exterior antenna in order to exclude mutual interference and deflect the radiation from thecar's interior.
Hydroplaning
On wet or slushy roads, a wedge of water can
form between the tires and road surface.
This phenomenon is referred to as hydroplaning.
It is characterized by a partial or complete loss of contact between the tires and the road surface,
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ultimately undermining your ability to steer and
brake the vehicle.
Driving
through
water General
information
When driving through water, follow the following:'xDrive through calm water only.'xDrive through water only if it is not deeper
than maximum 9.8 inches/25 cm.'xDrive through water no faster than walking
speed, up to 3 mph/5 km/h.
Safety
information
NOTE
When driving too quickly through too deep waj
ter, water can enter into the engine compartj ment, the electrical system or the transmission.There is a risk of damage to property. When
driving through water, do not exceed the maxij mum indicated water level and the maximum
speed for driving through water.
Braking
safely
General
information The vehicle is equipped with the Antilock Brake
System ABS as a standard feature.
Perform an emergency stop in situations that rej
quire such.
Steering is still responsive. You can still avoid any
obstacles with a minimum of steering effort.
Pulsation of the brake pedal and sounds from the
hydraulic circuits indicate that the Antilock Brake
System ABS is in its active mode.
In certain braking situations, the perforated brake
discs can emit functional noises. However, funcj
tional noises have no effect on the performance
and operational reliability of the brake.
Objects
in
the
area
around
the
pedals
WARNING
Objects in the driver's floor area can limit the pedal distance or block a depressed pedal.
There is a risk of an accident. Stow objects in
the vehicle such that they are secured and canj not enter into the driver's floor area. Use floor
mats that are suitable for the vehicle and can
be safely attached to the floor. Do not use
loose floor mats and do not layer several floor
mats. Make sure that there is sufficient clearj ance for the pedals. Ensure that the floor mats
are securely fastened again after they were rej moved, for instance for cleaning.
Driving
in
wet
conditions
When roads are wet, salted, or in heavy rain, genj
tly press the brake pedal every few miles.
Ensure that this action does not endanger other traffic.
The heat generated during braking dries brake discs and brake pads and protects them againstcorrosion.
In this way braking efficiency will be available
when you need it.
Hills General
information
Drive long or steep downhill gradients in the gear
that requires least braking effort. Otherwise, the brakes may overheat and reduce brake effij
ciency.
You can increase the engine's braking effect by shifting down, going all the way to first gear, if
needed.
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Safety
information
WARNING
Light but consistent brake pressure can lead to
high temperatures, brakes wearing out and possibly even brake failure. There is a risk of anaccident. Avoid placing excessive stress on the
brake system.
WARNING
In idle state or with the engine switched off, safety-relevant functions, for instance engine
braking effect, braking force boost and steering
assistance, are restricted or not available at all.
There is a risk of an accident. Do not drive in
idle state or with the engine switched off.
Brake
disc
corrosion
Corrosion on the brake discs and contamination
on the brake pads are increased by the following
circumstances:
'xLow mileage.'xExtended periods when the vehicle is not
used at all.'xInfrequent use of the brakes.'xAggressive, acidic, or alkaline cleaning
agents.
Corrosion buildup on the brake discs will cause a pulsating effect on the brakes in their response -
generally this cannot be corrected.
Condensation
water
under
the
parked
vehicle
When using the automatic climate control, conj
densation water develops and collects underj
neath the vehicle.
Roof-mounted
luggage
rack
General
information Roof racks are available as special accessories.
Roof
drip
rail
with
flaps
The fixing points are located in the roof drip rail
above the doors.
Fold the cover outward.
Mounting
Follow the installation instructions of the roof
rack.
Be sure that adequate clearance is maintained for tilting and opening the glass sunroof.
Magnetic
roof-mounted
luggage
racks
Because of the aluminum roof, magnetic roof-mounted luggage racks cannot be used.
Loading
Because roof-mounted luggage racks raise the vehicle's center of gravity when loaded, they
have a major effect on vehicle handling and
steering response.
Therefore, note the following when loading and
driving:
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'xBe sure that adequate clearance is mainj
tained for tilting and opening the glass sunj
roof.'xDistribute the roof load uniformly.'xThe roof load should not extend past the loading area.'xAlways place the heaviest pieces on the botj
tom.'xSecure the roof luggage firmly, for instance
using ratchet straps.'xDo not let objects project into the opening path of the tailgate.'xDrive cautiously and avoid sudden accelerajtion and braking maneuvers. Take corners
gently.
Driving
on
racetracks
Higher mechanical and thermal loads during
racetrack operation lead to increased wear. This
wear is not covered by the warranty. The vehicle
is not designed for use in motor sports competij tion.
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