BMW M5 2015 F10M Owner's Manual

3.Switch the engine off.4.Switch on the ignition.
M double-clutch transmission:
1.Drive into the car wash.2.Engage selector lever position N.3.Switch the engine off.
In this way, the ignition remains switched
on, and a Check-Control message is dis‐
played.
Do not turn off the ignition in the car
wash
Do not turn off the ignition in the car wash;
otherwise, the transmission position P is
engaged and damages can result.◀
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.
To start the engine with manual transmission:
1.Press on the clutch pedal.2.Press the Start/Stop button.
To start the engine with a M double clutch
transmission:
1.Depress the brake pedal.2.Press the Start/Stop button.
Pressing the Start/Stop button without step‐
ping on the brake turns the ignition off.
Transmission position
Transmission position P is engaged automati‐
cally:
▷When the ignition is switched off.▷After approx. 15 minutes.
Headlights
▷Do not rub dry and do not use abrasive or
acidic cleansers.▷Soak areas that have been dirtied e. g.,
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 brakes
briefly to dry them; otherwise, braking action
can be reduced and corrosion of the brake
discs can occur.
Completely remove all residues on the win‐
dows, to minimize loss of visibility due to
smearing and to reduce wiper noises and
wiper blade wear.
Vehicle care
Car care products BMW recommends using care and cleaning
products from BMW, since these have been
tested and approved.
Car care and cleaning products
Follow the instructions on the container.
When cleaning the interior, open the doors or
windows.
Only use products intended for cleaning vehi‐
cles.
Cleansers can contain substances that are
dangerous and harmful to your health.◀
Vehicle paint
Regular care contributes to driving safety and
value retention. Environmental influences in
areas with elevated air pollution or natural con‐
taminants, such as tree resin or pollen can af‐
fect the vehicle's paintwork. Tailor the fre‐
quency and extent of your car care to these
influences.
Aggressive substances such as spilled fuel, oil,
grease or bird droppings, must be removed im‐
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mediately to prevent the finish from being al‐
tered or discolored.
Only use respectively approved cleaning and
care products for vehicles with matte finish.
Suitable care products for matte finishes are
available from the service center.
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 leather
surface.
To guard against discoloration, such as from
clothing, provide leather care roughly every
two months.
Clean light-colored leather more frequently be‐
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 the
service center.
Upholstery material care Vacuum regularly with a vacuum cleaner.
If upholstery is very dirty, e.g., with beverage
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
material vigorously.
Damage from Velcro® fasteners
Open Velcro® fasteners on pants or
other articles of clothing can damage the seat
covers. Ensure that any Velcro® 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 ℉/60 ℃. Follow the manufac‐
turer's instructions.
Aggressive, acidic or alkaline cleaning agents
can destroy the protective layer of adjacent
components, such as the brake disk.
Chrome surfaces Carefully clean components such as the radia‐
tor grille or door handles with an ample supply of water, possibly with shampoo added, partic‐
ularly when they have been exposed to road
salt.
Rubber components Aside from water, treat only with rubber
cleansers.
When cleaning rubber seals, do not use any
silicon-containing car care products in order to
avoid damage or noises.
Fine wood parts
Clean fine wood facing and fine wood compo‐ nents only with a moist rag. Then dry with a
soft cloth.
Plastic components These include:▷Imitation leather surfaces.▷Roofliner.▷Lamp lenses.▷Instrument cluster cover.▷Matt black spray-coated components.▷Painted parts in the interior.
Clean with a microfiber cloth.
Dampen cloth lightly with water.
Do not soak the roofliner.
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No cleansers that contain alcohol or sol‐
vents
Do not use cleansers that contain alcohol or
solvents, such as lacquer thinners, heavy-duty
grease removers, fuel, or such; this could lead
to surface damage.◀
Safety belts
Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and
thus have a negative impact on safety.
Chemical cleaning
Do not clean chemically; this can destroy
the webbing.◀
Use only a mild soapy solution, with the safety
belts clipped into their buckles.
Do not allow the reels to retract the safety
belts until they are dry.
Carpets and floor mats No objects in the area around the pedals
Keep floor mats, carpets, and any other
objects out of the pedal area; otherwise, the
function of the pedals could be impeded while
driving and create the risk of an accident.
Do not place additional floor mats over existing
mats or other objects.
Only use floor mats that have been approved
for the vehicle and can be properly attached to
floor.
Ensure that the floor mats are securely fas‐
tened again after they were removed for clean‐
ing, e.g.◀
Floor mats can be removed from the car's inte‐
rior for cleaning.
If the floor carpets are very dirty, clean with a
microfiber cloth and water or a textile cleaner.
To prevent matting of the carpet, rub back and
forth in the direction of travel only.Sensor/camera lenses
To clean sensors and camera lenses, use a
cloth moistened with a small amount of glass
detergent.
Displays/monitors Cleaning displays and screens
Do not use any chemical or household
cleaning agents; otherwise, surfaces can be af‐
fected.◀
Keeping out moisture
Keep all fluids and moisture away from
the unit; otherwise, electrical components can
be damaged.◀
Avoid pressure
Avoid pressing too hard when cleaning
and do not use abrasive materials; otherwise,
damage can result.◀
Clean with a clean, antistatic microfiber cloth.
Long-termWhen the vehicle is shut down for longer than
three months, special measures must be
taken. Additional information is available from
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Reference
This chapter contains the technical data and an
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Technical dataVehicle features and options
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due tothe selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
Note
The technical data and specifications in this
Owner's Manual are used as guidance values.
The vehicle-specific data can deviate from this,
for example, due to the selected special equip‐
ment, country version or country-specific
measurement method. Detailed values can befound in the approval documents, on informa‐
tion signs on the vehicle or can be obtained
from the service center.
The information in the vehicle documents al‐
ways has priority.
Dimensions
The dimensions can vary depending on the
model version, equipment or country-specific
measurement method.
The specified heights do not take into account
attached parts, for example, a roof antenna,roof racks or spoiler. The heights can deviate,
for example, due to the selected special equip‐
ment, tires, load and chassis version. BMW M5 SedanWidth with mirrorsinches/mm83.4 /2,119Width without mirrorsinches/mm74.4/1,891Heightinches/mm57.3/1,456Lengthinches/mm193.5/4,916Wheelbaseinches/mm116.7/2,964Smallest turning radius diam.ft/m40.7/12.4
Weights
The values preceding the slash apply to vehi‐
cles with manual transmission; the values fol‐lowing the slash apply to vehicles with M dou‐
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M5Approved gross vehicle weightlbs/kg5,313/2,410Loadlbs
kg959/926
435/420Approved front axle loadlbs/kg2,601/1,180Approved rear axle loadlbs/kg2,778/1,260Approved roof load capacitylbs/kg220/100Trunk capacitycu ft/l18.4/520
Capacities

US gal/litersNotesFuel tank, approx.21.1 / 80Fuel quality, refer to
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Everything from A to Z
IndexA ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 127
Acceleration Assistant, refer to Launch Control 80
Accessories and parts 7
Activated-charcoal filter 147
Active Blind Spot Detec‐ tion 122
Active M differential 131
Active Protection 124
Active seat, front 55
Active seat ventilation, front 56
Adaptive brake lights, refer to Brake force display 124
Adaptive Light Control 101
Additives, oil 198
Adjustments, seats/head re‐ straints 53
After washing vehicle 217
Airbags 105
Airbags, indicator/warning light 106
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated-air mode 146
Air, dehumidifying, refer to Cooling function 146
Air distribution, manual 145
Air flow, automatic climate control 145
Air outlets, see ventila‐ tion 147
Air pressure, tires 186
Alarm system 47
Alarm, unintentional 48
All around the center con‐ sole 16
All around the roofliner 17 All around the steering
wheel 14
All-season tires, refer to Win‐ ter tires 191
Alternating-code hand-held transmitter 152
Alternative oil types 199
Ambient light 104
Animal detection, see Night Vision 118
Antifreeze, washer fluid 76
Antilock Brake System, ABS 127
Anti-slip control, refer to DSC 129
Approved axle load 222
Approved engine oils, see Suitable engine oil
types 199
Armrest, refer to Center arm‐ rest 161
Arrival time 94
Ashtray 153
Ashtray, front 153, 154
Ashtray, rear 154
Assistance when driving off 127
Attentiveness assistant 124
AUTO intensity 145
Automatic car wash 216
Automatic climate con‐ trol 144
Automatic Curb Monitor 61
Automatic deactivation, front- seat passenger airbags 107
Automatic headlight con‐ trol 101
Automatic locking 46
Automatic recirculated-air control 146 Automatic Soft Closing,
doors 40
Automatic trunk lid 41
AUTO program, automatic cli‐ mate control 145
AUTO program, intensity 145
Auto Start/Stop function 70
Average fuel consumption 94
Average speed 94
Axle loads, weights 222
B Backrest curvature, refer to Lumbar support 54
Backrest, width 54
Band-aids, refer to First aid kit 211
Bar for tow-starting/ towing 214
Battery replacement, vehicle battery 208
Battery replacement, vehicle remote control 35
Battery, vehicle 208
Belts, safety belts 56
Beverage holder, cu‐ pholder 162
Blinds, sun protection 49
BMW Assist, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
BMW Driver’s Guide App 6
BMW Homepage 6
BMW Internet page 6
BMW maintenance sys‐ tem 201
BMW M technology 168
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Brake assistant 127
Brake discs, break-in 170
Brake force display 124
Brake lights, adaptive 124
Brake lights, brake force dis‐ play 124
Brake lights, bulb replace‐ ment 206
Brake pads, break-in 170
Braking, hints 172
Breakdown assistance 210
Break-in 170
Brightness of Control Dis‐ play 97
Bulb replacement 203
Bulb replacement, front 204
Bulb replacement, rear 206
Bulbs and lights 203
Button, Start/Stop 68
Bypassing, refer to Jump- starting 211
C
California Proposition 65 Warning 7
Calling up mirror adjust‐ ment 46
Calling up seat adjust‐ ment 46
Calling up steering wheel ad‐ justment 46
Camera lenses, care 219
Camera, rearview cam‐ era 138
Camera, Side View 140
Camera, Top View 142
Can holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 162
Car battery 208
Carbon ceramic brake M 168
Car care products 217
Care, displays 219
Care, vehicle 217
Cargo 174
Cargo area, enlarging 156 Cargo area, storage compart‐
ments 163
Cargo, securing 175
Cargo straps, securing cargo 175
Car key, refer to Remote con‐ trol 34
Carpet, care 219
Car wash 216
Catalytic converter, refer to Hot exhaust system 171
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice 201
CD/Multimedia, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
Center armrest 161
Center console 16
Central locking system 40
Central screen, refer to Con‐ trol Display 18
Ceramic brake 168
Changes, technical, refer to Safety 7
Changing parts 203
Changing wheels 207
Changing wheels/tires 190
Chassis number, see vehicle identification number 9
Check Control 84
Checking the engine oil level electronically 197
Checking the oil level elec‐ tronically 197
Children, seating position 64
Children, transporting safely 64
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tem 64
Child restraint fixing system LATCH 65
Child restraint fixing systems, mounting 64
Child safety locks 67
Child seat, mounting 64 Child seats 64
Chrome parts, care 218
Cigarette lighter 153
Cleaning displays 219
Climate control 144
Climate control laminated tinted safety glass 171
Climate control wind‐ shield 171
Clock 88
Closing/opening via door lock 39
Closing/opening with remote control 37
Closing the trunk lid with no- touch activation 44
Clothes hooks 163
Combination reel, refer to Turn signals 74
Combination switch, refer to Wiper system 74
Comfort Access 43
Compound brake 168
Compressor 191
Computer, refer to On-board computer 93
Condensation on win‐ dows 145
Condensation under the vehi‐ cle 173
Condition Based Service CBS 201
Confirmation signal 46
ConnectedDrive, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
ConnectedDrive Services
Control Display 18
Control Display, settings 96
Controller 18
Control systems, driving sta‐ bility 127
Convenient opening with the remote control 37
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Coolant level 200
Coolant temperature 88
Cooling function 146
Cooling, maximum 146
Cooling system 200
Cornering light 101
Corrosion on brake discs 173
Cosmetic mirror 153
Courtesy lamps during un‐ locking 37
Courtesy lamps with the vehi‐ cle locked 38
Cruise control 133
Cruising range 89
Cupholder 162
Current fuel consumption 89
D
Damage, tires 189
Damping control 131
Damping control, dy‐ namic 131
Data, technical 222
Date 88
Daytime running lights 101
Defrosting, refer to Windows, defrosting 145
Dehumidifying, air 146
Deleting personal data 24
Deletion of personal data 24
Destination distance 94
Differential lock 131
Digital clock 88
Digital speed 88
Digital tachometer 88
Dimensions 222
Dimmable exterior mirrors 61
Dimmable interior rearview mirror 62
Direction indicator, refer to Turn signals 74
Display EfficientDynamics 90
Display, electronic, instru‐ ment cluster 83
Display in windshield 97 Display lighting, refer to In‐
strument lighting 103
Displays, cleaning 219
Disposal, coolant 200
Disposal, vehicle battery 208
Distance control, refer to PDC 135
Distance to destination 94
Divided screen view, split screen 23
Door lock 39
Door lock, refer to Remote control 34
Doors, Automatic Soft Clos‐ ing 40
Double-clutch transmis‐ sion 77
Drivelogic 79
Drive mode 78
Drive-off assistant 127
Drive-off assistant, refer to DSC 129
Driver assistance, refer to In‐ telligent Safety 112
Driving Assistant, refer to In‐ telligent Safety 112
Driving Dynamics Control 81
Driving instructions, break- in 170
Driving notes, general 171
Driving on racetracks 169
Driving program, refer to Drivelogic 79
Driving stability control sys‐ tems 127
Driving tips 171
DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol 129
Dynamic Damping Con‐ trol 131
Dynamic driving systems 90
Dynamic driving, system states 90
Dynamic Stability Control DSC 129 E
EfficientDynamics 90
Electronic displays, instru‐ ment cluster 83
Electronic oil measure‐ ment 197
Electronic Stability Program ESP, refer to DSC 129
Emergency detection, remote control 35
Emergency release, fuel filler flap 182
Emergency Request 210
Emergency start function, en‐ gine start 35
Emergency unlocking, trunk lid 43
Energy Control 89
Energy recovery 89
Engine, automatic Start/Stop function 70
Engine, automatic switch- off 70
Engine compartment 195
Engine compartment, work‐ ing in 195
Engine coolant 200
Engine oil 197
Engine oil, adding 198
Engine oil additives 198
Engine oil change 199
Engine oil filler neck 198
Engine oil temperature 87
Engine oil types, alterna‐ tive 199
Engine oil types, ap‐ proved 199
Engine start during malfunc‐ tion 35
Engine start, jump-start‐ ing 211
Engine start, refer to Starting the engine 69
Engine stop 69
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