BMW 5 SERIES 2021 Owners Manual

Do
not
damage
the
socket
by
using
non-com#jpatible
connectors.
Safety
information
Warning
Devices
and
cables
in
the
unfolding
area
of
the
airbags,
such
as
portable
navigation
devices, can
hinder
the
unfolding
of
the
airbag
or
be
thrown
around
in
the
car's
interior
during
un#j
folding.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury.
Make
sure
that
devices
and
cables
are
not
in
the
airbag's
area
of
unfolding.
NOTICE
Battery
chargers
for
the
vehicle
battery
can work
with
high
voltages
and
currents,
which means
that
the
12
volt
electrical
system
can
beoverloaded
or
damaged.
There
is
a
risk
of
dam#jage
to
property.
Only
connect
battery
chargers
for
the
vehicle
battery
to
the
starting
aid
termi#j nals
in
the
engine
compartment.
NOTICE
If
metal
objects
fall
into
the
socket,
they
can
cause
a
short
circuit.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage to
property.
Replace
the
cigarette
lighter
or
socket
cover
again
after
using
the
socket.
Front
center
console
Push
the
cover
forward
until
it
engages.
A
socket
is
located
between
the
cup
holders.
Pull
off
the
cover.
Rear
center
console
A
socket
is
located
in
the
center
console.
Pull
off
the
cover.
In
the
cargo
area
A
socket
is
located
on
the
right
side
in
the
cargoarea.
Unfold
the
cover.
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USB
port
General
informationFollow
the
information
regarding
the
connection
of
mobile
devices
to
the
USB
port
in
the
section
on
USB
connections.
Additional
information:
USB
connections,
refer
to
page
74.
In
the
center
armrest
A
USB
port
is
located
in
the
center
armrest. Properties:
'xUSB
port
Type
C.'xFor
charging
of
mobile
devices.'xCharge
current:
max.
3
A.'xWith
navigation
system:
for
data
transfer.
Steptronic
transmission:
in
the
center
console
NOTICE
Objects
in
the
storage
compartment,
e.g.,
large USB
connectors,
may
block
or
damage
the
cover
when
it
is
being
opened
or
closed.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Make
sure
that
the
area
of
movement
of
the
cover
is
clear
while
opening
and
closing
it.
Push
the
cover
forward
until
it
engages.
A
USB
port
is
located
in
the
center
console.
Properties:
'xUSB
port
Type
A.'xFor
charging
mobile
devices
and
for
data transfer.'xCharge
current:
max.
1.5
A.
In
the
rear
center
console
Two
USB
ports
are
located
in
the
center
consolein
the
rear
passenger
compartment.
Properties:
'xUSB
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'xCharge
current:
maximum
3
A
per
port.
Wireless
charging
tray
Concept
The
wireless
charging
tray
enables
the
following
functions
to
be
performed
without
cables:
'xCharging
the
rechargeable
battery
of
a
mo#j
bile
phone
with
Qi
capability
and
of
other
mo#j
bile
devices,
which
support
the
Qi
standard.'xCharging
the
BMW
Display
key.'xConnect
the
mobile
phone
to
the
external
an#j tenna.
Depending
on
the
country,
this
provides
for
better
network
reception
and
a
consistent
re#j
production
quality.
General
information
When
inserting
the
mobile
phone,
make
surethere
are
no
objects
between
it
and
the
wireless
charging
tray.
During
charging,
the
surface
of
the
tray
and
the mobile
phone
may
become
warm.
Higher
tem#j peratures
may
lead
to
a
reduction
in
the
chargecurrent
through
the
mobile
phone,
and
in
iso#jlated
cases
the
charging
process
is
paused
tem#jporarily.
Follow
the
relevant
instructions
in
the
mobile
phone
owner's
manual.


The
charge
indicator
shows
on
the
Control
Display
whether
a
mobile
phone
with
Qi
capabil#j
ity
is
being
charged.
NOTE This
device
has
been
tested
for
human
exposurelimits
and
found
compliant
at
a
minimum
dis#j tance
of
2
in/5
cm
during
operation.
Therefore,
a
distance
of
4
in/10
cm
must
be
maintained
in
every
direction
when
operating
the
device.
Mounting
position
of
the
product.
Safety
information
Warning
When
charging
a
device
that
meets
the
Qi
standard
in
the
wireless
charging
tray,
any
metal
objects
located
between
the
device
and
the
tray
can
become
very
hot.
Placing
storage
devices
or
electronic
cards,
such
as
chip
cards,
cards
with
magnetic
strips
or
cards
for
signal
transmission,
between
the
device
and
the
tray may
impair
the
card
function.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury
and
risk
of
damage
to
property.
When
charging
mobile
devices,
make
sure
there
are
no
objects
between
the
device
and
the
tray.
NOTICE
The
tray
is
intended
for
mobile
phones
up
to
a particular
size.
Forceful
inserting
of
the
mobile
phone
into
the
tray
can
damage
the
tray
or
the mobile
phone.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Observe
the
maximum
dimensions
for
mobile
phones.
Do
not
force
the
mobile
phone
into
the
tray.
Overview
Tray
in
the
center
console:
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1LED2Storage
area
Functional
requirements
'xThe
mobile
phone
must
compatibly
support
the
required
Qi
standard.
If
the
mobile
phone
does
not
support
the
Qi
standard,
the
mobile
phone
can
be
charged
using
a
special
Qi-compatible
charging
case.'xStandby
state
is
switched
on.'xA
possible
parking
operation
via
Remote
Control
Parking
must
be
completed.'xObserve
the
maximum
dimensions
of
the
mobile
phone.'xUse
only
protective
jackets
and
covers
up
to
a
maximum
thickness
of
0.07
in/2
mm;
other#j wise,
the
charging
function
may
be
impaired.'xThe
mobile
phone
to
be
charged
is
located
in
the
center
of
the
tray.
Operation
Inserting
the
mobile
phone The
mobile
phone
must
not
exceed
the
maxi#j
mum
size
of
approximately
6.0
x
3.1
x
0.7
in/154.5
x
80
x
18
mm.
1.Open
the
tray
cover.2.Place
the
mobile
phone
centered
in
the
tray
with
the
display
facing
up.3.Close
the
tray
cover.Removing
the
mobile
phone1.Open
the
tray
cover.2.Remove
the
mobile
phone.
LED
displays
ColorMeaningBlueThe
mobile
phone
is
charging.
The
blue
LED
stays
illuminated
once
the
inserted
mobile
phone
with
Qi
ca#j
pability
is
fully
charged.OrangeThe
mobile
phone
is
not
charging.
Temperature
on
the
mobile
phone
possibly
too
high
or
foreign
object
in
charging
tray.RedThe
mobile
phone
is
not
charging.
Contact
a
dealer#ss
service
center
or another
qualified
service
center
or
re#j
pair
shop.
Forgotten
warning
General
information
If
the
vehicle
is
equipped
with
the
forgotten
warning
function,
a
warning
can
be
output
if
a
mobile
phone
with
Qi
capability
was
forgotten
in
the
wireless
charging
tray
when
leaving
the
vehi#j
cle.
The
forgotten
warning
is
displayed
in
the
instru#j
ment
cluster.
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System
limitsAt
high
temperatures
on
the
mobile
phone
or
inthe
vehicle,
the
charging
functions
of
the
mobile
phone
may
be
limited
and
some
functions
may no
longer
work.
LTE-Compensator
-
Information
and
User
Manual
Your
car
is
equipped
with
a
wireless
charging tray
(WCA)
to
charge
your
mobile
phone
andconnect
it
to
the
mobile
network.
To
ensure
the
best
possible
connection
a
signal
booster
(LTE- Compensator)
is
used
in
conjunction
with
the
WCA.
The
following
paragraphs
refer
to
this booster:
This
is
a
CONSUMER
device.
BEFORE
USE,
you
MUST
REGISTER
THIS
DE#j VICE
with
your
wireless
provider
and
have
your
provider's
consent.
Most
wireless
providers
con#j
sent
to
the
use
of
Compensators.
Some
provid#j
ers
may
not
consent
to
the
use
of
this
device
on
their
network.
If
you
are
unsure,
contact
your
provider.
You
MUST
operate
this
device
with
ap#j
proved
antennas
and
cables
as
specified
by
the
manufacturer.
Antennas
MUST
be
installed
at
least
20
cm
(8
inches)
from
any
person.
You
MUST
cease
operating
this
device
immediately
if
requested
by
the
FCC
or
a
licensed
wireless
service
provider.
Warning
E911
location
informa#j
tion
may
not
be
provided
or
may
be
inaccurate
for
calls
served
by
using
this
device.
Please
observe
additionally
the
following
infor#j
mation'xSprint
Nextel
will
allow
consumers
to
register their
signal
boosters
by
calling
their
toll-freenumber.'xT-Mobile
online
registration
link:
(www.T-Mo#jbile.com/BoosterRegistration);
(https://saqat.t-
mobile.com/sites/SignalBooster#).'xVerizon#ss
online
registration
link:
(http:// www.verizonwireless.com/wcms/consumer/
register-signal-booster.html).'xAT&T
online
registration
link
(https://
securec45.securewebsession.com/attsignal#j
booster.com/).'xU.S.Cellular
online
registration
link
(http://
www.uscellular.com/uscellular/support/fcc- booster-registration.jsp).
Before
use
you
must
register
your
booster
de#jvice
with
your
wireless
provider.
If
you
should
be
requested
by
the
FCC
to
cease
operating
your
booster
you
are
not
allowed
to
in#j
sert
your
mobile
phone
in
the
charging
tray
any#j
more
unless
the
booster
is
permanently
deacti#j
vated
by
your
local
BMW
dealer.
You
must
not
remove
the
booster
from
the
car
nor
use
it
with
any
other
than
the
preinstalled
coupling
device
or
antenna.
Any
modification
of
the
existing
antenna
or
coupling
device
as
well
as
the
use
of
other
antennas
or
coupling
devices
will
cause
the
cease
of
the
boosterts
operating
li#j
cense.
The
booster
device
fulfills
the
network
protection standards
as
required
by
the
FCC,
such
as
inter#j modulation
limits,
oscillation
detection
and
gainlimits.
Booster
Manufacturer:
Kathrein
Automotive Model
Number:
LTECOMPB0
Part
Number:
6803145-01
FCC-ID:
2ACC7LTECOMPB0
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Storage
compartmentsVehicle
features
andoptions
This
chapter
describes
all
standard,
country-spe#jcific
and
optional
features
offered
with
the
series. It
also
describes
features
and
functions
that
are
not
necessarily
available
in
your
vehicle,
e.g.,
due to
the
selected
options
or
country
versions.
Thisalso
applies
to
safety-related
functions
and
sys#j
tems.
When
using
these
functions
and
systems,
the
applicable
laws
and
regulations
must
be
ob#j
served.
Storage
compartments
General
information The
vehicle
interior
contains
multiple
storage
compartments
for
stowing
objects.
Safety
information
Warning
Loose
objects
or
devices
with
a
cable
connec#j
tion
to
the
vehicle,
for
instance
mobile
phones, can
be
thrown
about
the
car's
interior
whiledriving,
for
instance
in
the
event
of
an
accident,braking
or
evasive
maneuver.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury.
Secure
loose
objects
or
devices
with
a cable
connection
to
the
vehicle
in
the
car's
in#j
terior.
NOTICE
Anti-slip
pads
such
as
anti-slip
mats
can
dam#j
age
the
dashboard.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to property.
Do
not
use
anti-slip
pads.
Front
passenger
side
glove
compartment
Safety
information
Warning
Folded
open,
the
glove
compartment
protrudes in
the
car's
interior.
Objects
in
the
glove
com#jpartment
can
be
thrown
into
the
car's
interiorwhile
driving,
for
instance
in
the
event
of
an
ac#j
cident,
braking
or
evasive
maneuvers.
There
isa
risk
of
injury.
Always
close
the
glove
compart#jment
immediately
after
using
it.
Opening
Pull
the
handle.
The
light
in
the
glove
compartment
switches
on.
Closing
Fold
cover
closed.
Locking The
glove
compartment
can
be
locked
with
an
integrated
key.
This
prevents
access
to
the
glove
compartment.
After
the
glove
compartment
is
locked,
the
vehi#j cle
key
can
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integrated
key,
for
instance
when
the
vehicle
is
parked
by
valet
parking.
Additional
information:
Integrated
key,
refer
to
page
89.
Driver's
side
glove compartment
Safety
information
Warning
Folded
open,
the
glove
compartment
protrudes
in
the
car's
interior.
Objects
in
the
glove
com#j partment
can
be
thrown
into
the
car's
interiorwhile
driving,
for
instance
in
the
event
of
an
ac#jcident,
braking
or
evasive
maneuvers.
There
isa
risk
of
injury.
Always
close
the
glove
compart#jment
immediately
after
using
it.
Opening
Pull
the
handle.
Closing
Fold
cover
closed.
Compartments
in
the
doors
General
information There
are
storage
compartments
in
the
doors.
Safety
information
Warning
Breakable
objects,
such
as
glass
bottles
or
glasses,
can
break
in
the
event
of
an
accident
or
a
braking
or
evasive
maneuver.
Broken
glass
can
be
scattered
in
the
car's
interior.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury
or
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Do
not
use
any
breakable
objects
while
driving.
Only
stow
breakable
objects
in
closed
storage
compartments.
Storage
compartment
in
the
center
console
Opening
Push
the
cover
forward
until
it
engages.
Closing
Touch
the
cover
on
the
handle
bar.
The
cover closes.
Storage
compartment
in the
rear
center
console
The
back
of
the
center
console
contains
one
ortwo
storage
compartments.
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armrest,
front
General
information
A
storage
compartment
is
located
in
the
center
armrest
between
the
seats.
Opening
Press
the
button.
Closing
Press
cover
down
until
it
engages.
Front
cup
holder
Safety
information
Warning
Unsuitable
containers
in
the
cup
holders
may
damage
the
cup
holders
or
be
thrown
about the
car#ss
interior
in
the
event
of
an
accident,
anevasive
maneuver,
or
forceful
braking.
Spilledliquids
can
distract
from
the
traffic
conditionsand
lead
to
an
accident.
Hot
drinks
can
damage
the
cup
holder
or
lead
to
scalding.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury
or
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Do
not
force
objects
into
the
cup
holder.
Use
light#j weight,
shatterproof,
and
sealable
containers.
Do
not
transport
hot
beverages.
Opening
Push
the
cover
forward
until
it
engages.
Two
cup
holders
are
located
in
the
center
con#j
sole.
Closing
Touch
the
cover
on
the
handle
bar.
The
cover
closes.
Rear
cup
holder
Safety
information
Warning
Unsuitable
containers
in
the
cup
holders
may
damage
the
cup
holders
or
be
thrown
about
the
car#ss
interior
in
the
event
of
an
accident,
an evasive
maneuver,
or
forceful
braking.
Spilled
liquids
can
distract
from
the
traffic
conditions
and
lead
to
an
accident.
Hot
drinks
can
damage
the
cup
holder
or
lead
to
scalding.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury
or
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Do
not
force
objects
into
the
cup
holder.
Use
light#j
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weight,
shatterproof,
and
sealable
containers.
Do
not
transport
hot
beverages.
NOTICE
With
an
open
cup
holder,
the
center
armrest cannot
be
folded
back
up.
There
is
a
risk
of damage
to
property.
Press
back
the
covers
be#jfore
the
center
armrest
is
folded
up.
Opening
and
closing
General
information
The
cup
holder
can
be
adjusted
for
three
differ#j
ent
container
sizes.
Opening
Fold
the
center
armrest
forward.
Press
the
button
and
fold
out
the
cup
holder
fully.
Reducing
the
size
To
make
it
smaller,
the
cup
holder
can
be
folded
in
in
2
steps.
Enlarging
To
make
a
smaller
cup
holder
bigger,
first
fold
it in
completely.
Then
fold
the
cup
holder
out
again
fully.
Closing
Fold
in
the
cup
holder
fully,
until
it
engages.
Clothes
hooks
General
information
The
clothes
hooks
are
located
in
the
grab
han#j
dles
in
the
rear
and
on
the
door
pillar
in
the
rear.
Safety
information
Warning
Clothing
articles
on
the
clothes
hooks
can
ob#j struct
the
view
while
driving.
There
is
a
risk
of
accident.
When
suspending
clothing
articles from
the
clothes
hooks,
ensure
that
they
will
not
obstruct
the
driver's
view.
Warning
Improper
use
of
the
clothes
hooks
can
lead
to
a
risk
of
objects
flying
about
during
braking
and evasive
maneuvers.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury
and
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Only
hang
light#j
weight
objects,
for
instance
clothing
articles,
from
the
clothes
hooks.
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Cargo
areaVehicle
features
andoptions
This
chapter
describes
all
standard,
country-spe#jcific
and
optional
features
offered
with
the
series. It
also
describes
features
and
functions
that
are
not
necessarily
available
in
your
vehicle,
e.g.,
due to
the
selected
options
or
country
versions.
Thisalso
applies
to
safety-related
functions
and
sys#j
tems.
When
using
these
functions
and
systems,
the
applicable
laws
and
regulations
must
be
ob#j
served.
Loading
Safety
information
Warning
High
gross
weight
can
overheat
the
tires,
dam#j
age
them
internally
and
cause
a
sudden
drop
in
tire
inflation
pressure.
Driving
characteristics
may
be
negatively
impacted,
reducing
lane
sta#j
bility,
lengthening
the
braking
distances
and
changing
the
steering
response.
There
is
a
risk
of
accident.
Pay
attention
to
the
permitted
load
capacity
of
the
tires
and
never
exceed
the
per#j
mitted
gross
weight.
Warning
Loose
objects
or
devices
with
a
cable
connec#j tion
to
the
vehicle,
for
instance
mobile
phones, can
be
thrown
about
the
car's
interior
whiledriving,
for
instance
in
the
event
of
an
accident,braking
or
evasive
maneuver.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury.
Secure
loose
objects
or
devices
with
a cable
connection
to
the
vehicle
in
the
car's
in#j
terior.
Warning
Improperly
stowed
objects
can
shift
and
be thrown
into
the
car's
interior,
for
instance
in
the event
of
an
accident
or
during
braking
and
eva#jsive
maneuver.
Vehicle
occupants
can
be
hit
and
injured.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury.
Stow
and secure
objects
and
cargo
properly.
NOTICE
Fluids
in
the
cargo
area
can
cause
damage.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Make
sure
that
no
fluids
leak
in
the
cargo
area.
Steps
for
Determining
Correct
Load
Limit
1.Locate
the
statement
#vThe
combined
weight
of
occupants
and
cargo
should
never
exceed XXX
kg
or
XXX
lbs#w
on
your
vehicle#ss
placard.2.Determine
the
combined
weight
of
the
driver
and
passengers
that
will
be
riding
in
your
ve#j
hicle.3.Subtract
the
combined
weight
of
the
driver and
passengers
from
XXX
kg
or
XXX
lbs4.The
resulting
figure
equals
the
available
amount
of
cargo
and
luggage
load
capacity. For
example,
if
the
#vXXX#w
amount
equals
1,400
lbs
and
there
will
be
five
150
lbs
pas#j
sengers
in
your
vehicle,
the
amount
of
availa#j ble
cargo
and
luggage
load
capacity
is
650
lbs
(1,400
-
750
(5
x
150)

650
lbs)5.Determine
the
combined
weight
of
luggage and
cargo
being
loaded
on
the
vehicle.
That
weight
may
not
safely
exceed
the
available
cargo
and
luggage
load
capacity
calculated
in
Step
4.6.If
your
vehicle
will
be
towing
a
trailer,
load
from
your
trailer
will
be
transferred
to
your
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