BMW 5 SERIES 2019 Owners Manual

WARNING
If
the
jumper
cables
are
connected
in
the
incorj rect
order,
sparking
may
occur.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury.
Pay
attention
to
the
correct
order
durj
ing
connection.
NOTICE
In
the
case
of
body
contact
between
the
two vehicles,
a
short
circuit
can
occur
during
jump- starting.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Make
sure
that
no
body
contact
occurs.
Preparation
1.Check
whether
the
battery
of
the
other
vehij
cle
has
a
voltage
of
12
volts.
The
voltage
inj
formation
can
be
found
on
the
battery.2.Switch
off
the
engine
of
the
assisting
vehicle.3.Switch
off
any
electronic
systems/power
conj
sumers
in
both
vehicles.
Starting
aid
terminals
The
starting
aid
terminal
in
the
engine
compartj
ment
acts
as
the
battery's
positive
terminal.
Open
the
cover
of
the
starting
aid
terminal.
A
special
nut
serves
as
the
negative
terminal
of
the
battery.
Connecting
the
cables
Before
you
begin,
switch
off
all
unnecessary electronic
systems/power
consumers,
such
as
the
radio,
on
the
assisting
and
receiving
vehicle.
1.Open
the
cover
of
the
starting
aid
terminal.2.Attach
one
terminal
clamp
of
the
positive
jumper
cable
to
the
positive
terminal
of
the battery,
or
to
the
corresponding
starting
aid
terminal
of
the
vehicle
providing
assistance.3.Attach
the
terminal
clamp
on
the
other
end
of the
cable
to
the
positive
terminal
of
the
batjtery,
or
to
the
corresponding
starting
aid
terjminal
of
the
vehicle
to
be
started.4.Attach
one
terminal
clamp
of
the
negativejumper
cable
to
the
negative
terminal
of
the
battery,
or
to
the
corresponding
engine
or
body
ground
of
assisting
vehicle.5.Attach
the
second
terminal
clamp
to
the
negj
ative
terminal
of
the
battery,
or
to
the
correj sponding
engine
or
body
ground
of
the
vehij
cle
to
be
started.
Establishing
drive-ready
state
1.Start
the
engine
of
the
assisting
vehicle
and let
it
run
for
several
minutes
at
an
increased
idle
speed.2.Establish
the
drive-ready
state
for
the
vehicle
to
be
started
as
usual.
If
the
first
starting
attempt
is
not
successful, wait
a
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in
order
to
allow
the
discharged
battery
to
recharge.3.Disconnect
the
jumper
cables
in
the
reverse 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.
There
is
a
risk
of
an
accident.
Switch
all
Intelligent
Safety
systems
off
prior
to
tow-starting/towing.
Steptronic
transmission:
transporting
the
vehicle
General
information
The
vehicle
is
not
permitted
to
be
towed.
Safety
information
NOTICE
The
vehicle
can
be
damaged
when
towing
the
vehicle
with
a
single
lifted
axle.
There
is
a
risk
of damage
to
property.
The
vehicle
should
only
be
transported
on
a
loading
platform.
NOTICE
The
vehicle
can
become
damaged
when
lifting
and
securing
it.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.
'xLift
the
vehicle
using
suitable
means.'xDo
not
lift
or
secure
the
vehicle
by
its
tow
fitting,
body
parts,
or
suspension
parts.Pushing
the
vehicle
To
remove
a
broken-down
vehicle
from
the
danj
ger
area,
it
can
be
pushed
for
a
short
distance.
Roll
or
push,
refer
to
page
141,
the
vehicle.
Tow
truck
The
vehicle
should
only
be
transported
on
a loading
platform.
Towing
other
vehicles
General
information Switch
on
the
hazard
warning
system,
dependj
ing
on
local
regulations.
If
the
electrical
system
has
failed,
clearly
identify
the
vehicle
being
towed
by
placing
a
sign
or
a
warning
triangle
in
the
rear
window.
Safety
information
WARNING
If
the
approved
gross
vehicle
weight
of
the
towj ing
vehicle
is
lighter
than
the
vehicle
to
be
towed,
the
tow
fitting
can
tear
off
or
it
will
not
be
possible
to
control
the
vehicle's
response.
There
is
a
risk
of
an
accident.
Make
sure
that
the
gross
vehicle
weight
of
the
towing
vehicle
is
heavier
than
the
vehicle
to
be
towed.
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NOTICE
If
the
tow
bar
or
tow
rope
is
attached
incorj rectly,
damage
to
other
vehicle
parts
can
occur.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Correctly attach
the
tow
bar
or
tow
rope
to
the
tow
fitting.
Tow
bar
The
tow
fittings
used
should
be
on
the
same
side
on
both
vehicles.
Should
it
prove
impossible
to
avoid
mounting
the tow
bar
at
an
offset
angle,
please
follow
the
foljlowing:
'xManeuvering
capability
is
limited
goingaround
corners.'xThe
tow
bar
will
generate
lateral
forces
if
it
issecured
with
an
offset.
Tow
rope
When
starting
to
tow
the
vehicle,
make
sure
that the
tow
rope
is
taut.
Use
nylon
ropes
or
straps,
which
will
enable
the
vehicle
to
be
towed
without
jerking.
Tow
fitting
General
information
The
screw-in
tow
fitting
should
always
be
carried
in
the
vehicle.
The
tow
fitting
can
be
screwed
in
at
the
front
or
rear
of
the
vehicle.
The
tow
fitting
is
found
in
the
onboard
vehicle tool
kit,
refer
to
page
350.
'xUse
only
the
tow
fitting
provided
with
the
vej
hicle
and
screw
it
all
the
way
in.'xUse
the
tow
fitting
for
towing
on
paved
roadsonly.'xAvoid
lateral
loading
of
the
tow
fitting,
for
inj
stance
do
not
lift
the
vehicle
by
the
tow
fitj ting.
Safety
information
NOTICE
If
the
tow
fitting
is
not
used
as
intended,
there
may
be
damage
to
the
vehicle
or
to
the
tow
fitj ting.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Folj
low
the
notes
on
using
the
tow
fitting.
Screw
thread
for
tow
fitting
Press
on
the
mark
on
the
edge
of
the
cover
to
push
it
out.
Tow-starting
Do
not
tow-start
the
vehicle.
Start
the
engine
by
jump-starting,
refer
to
page
360,
if
possible.
Have
the
reasons
for
the
starting
difficulties
corj
rected
by
a
dealerss
service
center
or
another qualified
service
center
or
repair
shop.
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CareVehicle
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.
Washing
the
vehicle
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
winj
ter.
Intense
soiling
and
road
salt
can
damage
the
vehicle.
Safety
information
WARNING
Contact
with
live
components
can
lead
to
an electric
shock.
High
voltage
is
applied
at
the
charging
connection.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury
or danger
to
life.
The
manufacturer
of
your
vehicle
recommends
that
work
on
the
charging
connection,
for
inj
stance
cleaning,
be
performed
by
a
dealerss
service
center
or
another
qualified
service
cenj
ter
or
repair
shop.
NOTICE
When
washing,
water
can
get
into
the
open
charging
socket.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Close
the
charging
socket
flap
while washing.
Steam
blaster
and
high-pressure
washer
Safety
information
NOTICE
When
cleaning
with
high-pressure
washers,
components
can
be
damaged
due
to
the
presj sure
or
temperatures
being
too
high.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Maintain
sufficient
distance
and
do
not
spray
too
long
continuj ously.
Follow
the
operating
instructions
for
thehigh-pressure
washer.
Distances
and
temperature
'xMaximum
temperature:
140


'xGive
preference
to
cloth
vehicle
washes
orthose
that
use
soft
brushes
in
order
to
avoid
paint
damage.'xAvoid
vehicle
washes
with
guide
rails
higher
than
4
in/10
cm
to
avoid
damage
to
the
chassis.'xObserve
the
tire
width
of
the
guide
rail
to
avoid
damage
to
tires
and
rims.'xFold
in
exterior
mirrors
to
avoid
damage
to
the
exterior
mirrors.'xDeactivate
the
wiper
and,
if
necessary,
rain
sensor
to
avoid
damage
to
the
wiper
sysj
tem.
Driving
into
a
vehicle
wash
with
a
Steptronic
transmission
Safety
information
NOTICE
Selector
lever
position
P
is
automatically
enj
gaged
when
standby
state
is
switched
off.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Do
not switch
standby
state
off
in
vehicle
washes.
General
information
In
a
vehicle
wash,
the
vehicle
must
be
able
to
roll freely.
Roll
or
push
the
vehicle,
refer
to
page
141.
Some
vehicle
washes
do
not
permit
persons
in
the
vehicle.
The
vehicle
cannot
be
locked
from the
outside
when
in
selector
lever
position
N.
A
signal
sounds
when
an
attempt
is
made
to
lock the
vehicle.
Driving
out
of
a
vehicle
wash Make
sure
that
the
remote
control
is
in
the
vehijcle.
Switch
on
drive-ready
state,
refer
to
page
126.
Headlights
Do
not
rub
wet
headlights
dry
and
do
not
useabrasive
or
acidic
cleaning
agents.
Soak
areas
that
have
been
dirtied,
for
instance
from
insects,
with
shampoo
and
wash
off
with water.
Thaw
ice
with
de-icing
spray;
do
not
use
an
ice scraper.
After
washing
the
vehicle After
washing
the
vehicle,
apply
the
brakesbriefly
to
dry
them;
otherwise,
braking
action
canbe
reduced.
The
heat
generated
during
brakingdries
brake
discs
and
brake
pads
and
protects
them
against
corrosion.
Completely
remove
all
residues
on
the
windows, to
minimize
loss
of
visibility
due
to
smearing
and
to
reduce
wiper
noises
and
wiper
blade
wear.
Vehicle
care
Vehicle
care
products General
information
BMW
recommends
using
vehicle
care
and
cleaning
products
from
BMW.
Suitable
care
products
are
available
from
a
dealerss
service
center
or
another
qualified
service
center
or
rej
pair
shop.
Safety
information
WARNING
Cleansers
can
contain
substances
that
are
danj gerous
and
harmful
to
your
health.
There
is
a risk
of
injury.
When
cleaning
the
interior,
openthe
doors
or
windows.
Only
use
products
injtended
for
cleaning
vehicles.
Follow
the
inj
structions
on
the
container.
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Vehicle
paint
General
information Regular
care
contributes
to
driving
safety
and
value
retention.
Environmental
influences
in
areas
with
elevated
air
pollution
or
natural
conj
taminants,
such
as
tree
resin
or
pollen
can
affect the
vehicle's
paintwork.
Tailor
the
frequency
and
extent
of
your
vehicle
care
to
these
influences.
Aggressive
substances
such
as
spilled
fuel,
oil,
grease
or
bird
droppings,
must
be
removed
imj
mediately
to
prevent
the
finish
from
being
altered
or
discolored.
Safety
information
WARNING
Improperly
performed
work
on
the
vehicle
paint can
lead
to
a
failure
or
malfunction
of
the
radar sensors
and
thereby
result
in
a
safety
risk.There
is
a
risk
of
accidents
or
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Have
paintwork
or
paintwork
repairs
on
bumpers
of
vehicles
with
radar
sensors
perj
formed
by
a
dealerss
service
center
or
another qualified
service
center
or
repair
shop
only.
Matte
finish
Only
use
cleaning
and
care
products
suitable
for vehicles
with
matte
finish.
Leather
care
Remove
dust
from
the
leather
regularly,
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
leather
surj
face.
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.
Upholstery
material
care
General
information Vacuum
the
upholstery
regularly
with
a
vacuum
cleaner.
If
upholstery
is
very
dirty,
for
instance
with
beverj
age
stains,
use
a
soft
sponge
or
microfiber
cloth
with
a
suitable
interior
cleaner.
Clean
the
upholstery
down
to
the
seams
using
large
sweeping
motions.
Avoid
rubbing
the
maj terial
vigorously.
Safety
information
NOTICE
Open
Velcron
fasteners
on
articles
of
clothing can
damage
the
seat
covers.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Ensure
that
any
Velcron fasteners
are
closed.
Caring
for
special
components
Light-alloy
wheels When
cleaning
the
vehicle,
use
only
neutral
wheel
cleaners
having
a
pH
value
from
5
to
9.
Do
not
use
abrasive
cleaning
agents
or
steam
jets above
140


Chrome
surfacesCarefully
clean
components
such
as
the
radiator
grille
or
door
handles
with
an
ample
supply
of
water,
possibly
with
shampoo
added,
particularly when
they
have
been
exposed
to
road
salt.
Rubber
components Environmental
influences
can
cause
surface
soilj
ing
of
rubber
parts
and
a
loss
of
gloss.
Use
only
water
and
suitable
cleaning
agents
for
cleaning.
Treat
especially
worn
rubber
parts
with
rubber
care
agents
at
regular
intervals.
When
cleaning
rubber
seals,
do
not
use
any
silicon-containing vehicle
care
products
in
order
to
avoid
damage
or
noises.
Fine
wood
parts Clean
fine
wood
facing
and
fine
wood
compoj
nents
only
with
a
moist
rag.
Then
dry
with
a
soft cloth.
Kenaf Only
treat
parts
made
of
Kenaf
fibers
using
suitajble
care
products.
Plastic
components
NOTICE
Cleansers
that
contain
alcohol
or
solvents,
such
as
lacquer
thinners,
heavy-duty
grease
removj ers,
fuel,
or
such,
can
damage
plastic
parts.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Clean with
a
microfiber
cloth.
Dampen
cloth
lightly
with
water.
Plastic
components
are
e.g.:
'xImitation
leather
surfaces.'xRoofliner.'xLight
lenses.'xMatt
black
spray-coated
components.'xPainted
parts
in
the
car's
interior.
Clean
with
a
microfiber
cloth.
Dampen
cloth
lightly
with
water.
Do
not
soak
the
roofliner.
Safety
belts
WARNING
Chemical
cleansers
can
destroy
the
safety
belt webbing.
Missing
protective
effect
of
the
safety
belts.
There
is
a
risk
of
injuries
or
danger
to
life. Use
only
a
mild
soapy
solution
for
cleaning
the
safety
belts.
Dirty
belt
straps
impede
the
reeling
action
andthus
have
a
negative
impact
on
safety.
Use
only
a
mild
soapy
solution
for
cleaning
the installed
belt
straps.
Safety
belts
should
only
be
allowed
to
retract
if
they
are
dry.
Carpets
and
floor
mats
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
matsare
securely
fastened
again
after
they
were
rejmoved,
for
instance
for
cleaning.
The
floor
mats
can
be
removed
from
the
car's
inj
terior
for
cleaning.
If
the
floor
carpets
are
very
dirty,
clean
with
a
mij crofiber
cloth
and
water
or
a
textile
cleaner.
To prevent
matting
of
the
carpet,
rub
back
and
forth
in
the
direction
of
travel
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Sensor/camera
lenses
To
clean
sensors
and
camera
lenses,
use
a
cloth
moistened
with
a
small
amount
of
glass
deterj
gent.
Displays,
screens,
and
protectiveglass
of
the
Head-up
Display
NOTICE
Chemical
cleansers,
moisture
or
fluids
of
any kind
can
damage
the
surface
of
displays
and screens.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.Clean
with
a
clean,
antistatic
microfiber
cloth.
NOTICE
The
surface
of
displays
can
be
damaged
with
improper
cleaning.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Avoid
pressure
that
is
too
high
and
do
not
use
any
scratching
materials.
Clean
with
a
clean,
antistatic
microfiber
cloth.
Clean
the
protective
glass
of
the
Head-up
Disj play,
refer
to
page
165,
using
a
microfiber
cloth
and
commercially
available
dish-washing
soap.
Long
idle
times
and
long-term
vehicle
storage
Concept
For
idle
phases
that
last
several
weeks,
park
the
vehicle
with
a
fully
charged
battery
if
possible.
Do
not
park
the
vehicle
for
longer
than
14
days
if
the
electric
range
is
exhausted.
With
storage
times
of
up
to
three
months,
if
posj
sible
plug
the
vehicle
into
a
compatible
power
source
or
park
it
in
a
nearly
fully
charged
state.
General
information
Your
dealer's
service
center
or
another
qualified service
center
or
repair
shop
can
advise
you
on
what
to
consider
when
storing
the
vehicle
for
longer
than
three
months.
Safety
information
NOTICE
The
high-voltage
battery
can
be
damaged
by excessive
discharge.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Before
storing
the
vehicle
for
an extended
period,
ensure
that
the
high-voltage
battery
is
fully
charged.
During
the
idle
period,
connect
the
vehicle
to
a
charging
station
at
a
compatible
charging
location.
If
necessary,
the high-voltage
battery
will
be
charged
automatij
cally.
Make
sure
that
the
charging
process
takes
place.
Regularly
check
the
charge
state.
Do
not
allow
the
vehicle
to
sit
idle
for
longer than
three
months
with
a
charge
state
below
approx.
50
%.
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