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useful information on maintenance, to uphold both the car's operating safety and its

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Preface

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Summary of Contents for 520D BROCHURE 2009

Page 1: ...Owner s Handbook for Vehicle titel fm Page 1 Tuesday December 17 2002 4 45 PM...

Page 2: ...saloon touring 520i 523i 525i 530i 535i 540i 520d 525d 530d ba book Page 1 Tuesday December 17 2002 4 26 PM...

Page 3: ...looking after your BMW Please read it carefully before setting out in your new car so that you are fully familiar with the technical advantages of your BMW It also contains useful information on maint...

Page 4: ...system 44 Electric windows 45 Sliding tilt sunroof 47 Adjusting Correct seated position 49 Seats 49 Seat adjustment mechanical 50 Seat adjustment electric 51 Head restraints 53 BMW Active seat 53 Sea...

Page 5: ...ng 111 Automatic air conditioning 114 Roller sun blind 119 Auxiliary heater 120 Independent ventilation control 120 Remote control for auxiliary heater 121 Practical interior equipment Integrated univ...

Page 6: ...he road 156 Technical modifications 156 OBD socket 157 Replacing parts Toolkit 160 Wiper blades 160 Lights and bulbs 161 Remote control for auxiliary heater 166 Wheel changing 167 Thiefproof wheel stu...

Page 7: ...7n Overview Controls Maintenance Minor repairs Data Keywords Index From A to Z 194 ba book Page 7 Tuesday December 17 2002 4 26 PM...

Page 8: ...s that can be taken to help protect the environ ment marks the end of a specific item of information identifies optional extras or specific national market items of equipment and also accessories t id...

Page 9: ...liability for parts or accessory products of any kind which it has not approved BMW is unable to assess each indivi dual product of outside origin as to its suitability for use on BMW vehicles without...

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Page 11: ...erview Controls Maintenance Minor repairs Data Keywords Initial overview Controls in detail Operation maintenance Minor repairs Index Technical data Overview ba book Page 11 Tuesday December 17 2002 4...

Page 12: ...109 Headlight flasher 72 Computer 84 89 3 Fog lights 109 4 Wipers washer 73 5 Central locking system 32 6 Hazard warning flashers 7 Heated rear window 112 118 8 Horn entire surface 9 Electric steering...

Page 13: ...rol 78 6 Coolant thermometer 79 7 Indicator and warning lights 17 to 19 8 Automatic transmission selector lever and program display 70 9 Service Interval indicator 80 10 Computer display for operation...

Page 14: ...evelling suspension 19 13 Distance recorder odometer and trip distance recorder 77 14 Display for Check Control 81 15 Trip distance control zeroing 77 16 Indicator and warning lights 17 to 19 You can...

Page 15: ...Revolution counter and Energy Control 78 6 Coolant thermometer 79 7 Indicator and warning lights 17 to 19 8 CHECK key 81 9 Automatic transmission selector lever and program display 70 10 Outside tempe...

Page 16: ...terval indicator 80 16 Trip distance control zeroing 77 17 Indicator and warning lights 17 to 19 You can also have the outside temperature displayed in another unit of measurement or the Check Control...

Page 17: ...ey as there is a risk of the engine overheating and suffering damage A defective V belt also increases the effort needed to turn the steering wheel Engine oil pressure Possibly in conjunction with the...

Page 18: ...e minimum permitted level Top up engine oil as soon as possible Do not drive more than approx 50 km approx 30 miles before adding oil Further details page 150 Engine oil level If light comes on when e...

Page 19: ...ur information Rear fog lights Lights up when the rear fog lights are switched on Further details page 109 Diesel engine preheat Do not start the engine until the light has gone out Further details pa...

Page 20: ...dial or terminate a call Keep pressed for a while To switch voice input on and off To change over between telephone and radio cassette CD or MD Forward Radio Press briefly station search on FM Keep p...

Page 21: ...nt passenger s seat To remove lift up the pushbutton catch at the front arrow and pull the first aid kit forwards out of its holder To replace in position insert the first aid kit in its holder and pu...

Page 22: ...flap release the toggle screw and swing the sub woofer to the side When handling fuel comply with the safety regulations displayed by garages and filling stations Simple and environment friendly Plac...

Page 23: ...ine on Premium grade unleaded fuel octane number 95 Research Method This fuel is also known as DIN EN 228 or Euro Super The minimum permissible grade is Regular grade unleaded fuel octane number 91 RO...

Page 24: ...5 390de697 Check tyre pressures regularly at least every two weeks and before starting a long journey Incorrect tyre pressures can adversely affect the car s roadholding and cause tyre damage which co...

Page 25: ...290 42 205 65 R 15 94 Q T H M S 225 60 R 15 96 Q T H M S 225 55 R 16 95 Q T H M S 235 45 R 17 94 Q T H M S 2 2 220 32 2 5 250 36 2 6 260 38 3 1 310 45 523i 525i 225 60 R 15 96 W 225 55 R 16 95 W 2 0 2...

Page 26: ...5 45 R 17 94 W Y 225 55 R 16 95 Q T H M S 235 45 R 17 94 Q T H M S 2 3 230 33 2 7 270 39 2 8 280 41 3 3 330 48 530d 225 55 R 16 95 W 2 1 210 30 2 4 240 35 2 4 240 35 2 9 290 42 Front 235 45 R 17 94 W...

Page 27: ...6 260 38 2 7 270 39 3 2 320 46 Front 235 45 R 17 94 W Y Rear 255 40 R 17 94 W Y 2 5 250 36 2 8 280 41 2 9 290 42 3 4 340 49 Front 235 40 ZR 18 Rear 265 35 ZR 18 2 5 250 36 2 8 280 41 2 9 290 42 3 4 3...

Page 28: ...5 60 R 15 96 Q T H M S 225 55 R 16 95 Q T H M S 235 45 R 17 94 Q T H M S 2 2 220 32 2 6 260 38 2 8 280 41 3 3 330 48 520i 525d 225 60 R 15 96 V 225 55 R 16 95 V 235 45 R 17 94 W Y 2 0 200 29 2 4 240 3...

Page 29: ...Q T H M S 225 55 R 16 95 Q T H M S 235 45 R 17 94 Q T H M S 2 3 230 33 2 7 270 39 2 8 280 41 3 3 330 48 530i 540i 225 55 R 16 95 W 235 45 R 17 94 Y 225 55 R 16 95 Q T H M S 235 45 R 17 94 Q T H M S 2...

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Page 31: ...n Overview Controls Maintenance Minor repairs Data Keywords Initial overview Controls in detail Operation maintenance Minor repairs Index Technical data ba book Page 31 Tuesday December 17 2002 4 26 P...

Page 32: ...he glove box this can be useful for instance at a hotel or restaurant with car parking service The principle The central locking system cannot take effect until both front doors are closed The followi...

Page 33: ...ee page 35 or turn the ignition key to position 1 For further details of the alarm system see page 44 Convenient operation You can also operate windows and the sliding tilt sunroof using the door lock...

Page 34: ...When the car is unlocked locked the deadlocks are also deactivated acti vated the alarm system switched off on and the interior light switched on off 1 Unlocking convenient opening and alarm system 2...

Page 35: ...from BMW Service Unlocking Press the button On certain national market versions press the button twice the first time to unlock the driver s door the second time to release the remaining locks If you...

Page 36: ...pwards when opened The upper edge of the tailgate is more than two metres from the ground when fully open Make sure that there is sufficient clearance Closing the tailgate lid Hold the button pressed...

Page 37: ...sed if the driver s door is open The driver s door will be locked if it is closed Unlocking and opening Either use the central locking button to unlock all doors at once then pull the door handle abov...

Page 38: ...point and take it out when horizontal This locks the luggage compartment and disconnects it from the central locking system If you then hand over only door and ignition key 3 see page 32 the luggage c...

Page 39: ...stic plug arrow and pull towards the interior of the car to release the tailgate 4 Open the tailgate press the plug back in and close the cover with the quick release fasteners 5 Insert and close the...

Page 40: ...area see Load area from page 132 390de692 Rear window touring It is quick and easy to load and unload small items if the rear window is opened separately Press the button arrow the rear window opens s...

Page 41: ...dow open Close all other windows and the sunroof Increase the air flow from the ventila tion outlets or air conditioning considerably see page 112 or 116 Automatic tailgate operation touring The tailg...

Page 42: ...e 39 and open and close it slowly without sudden movements To avoid injuries as with any closing process ensure that the closing area of the luggage compart ment lid tailgate is unobstructed If possib...

Page 43: ...If you place objects on the lashing straps they act as a non slip base There are lashing points at the corners of the luggage compartment to which a net or retaining straps can be attached when loads...

Page 44: ...ated and deactivated correctly Even if the system has been activated you can open the luggage compartment lid tailgate by pressing the remote control button see page 36 When it is closed the lid tailg...

Page 45: ...off until the system is deactivated again Interior movement detector Before the interior movement detector can operate correctly the windows and sliding tilt sunroof must be closed However switch off...

Page 46: ...s the window closes the closing action is interrupted immedi ately and the window re opens slightly Despite this protective function make sure that the window is not obstructed as it closes if this pr...

Page 47: ...ilt sunroof is in the raised position You can operate the electric sunroof for up to 15 minutes after switching off the ignition provided that a front door has not been opened and closed again in the...

Page 48: ...sliding trim is pushed back slightly when the roof is slid open it moves with the roof panel It remains in the opened position and can be slid if the roof is not completely open Interrupted power sup...

Page 49: ...bjects in your pockets The seat belt must not run across the wearer s neck nor should it be trapped or abraded by coming into contact with sharp edges or objects Avoid bulky clothing and remember to t...

Page 50: ...and either apply your weight to the seat back or lean forward to relieve it of load 4 Seat angle driver s seat only Pull the lever up and move the seat to the desired angle Comply with the adjusting i...

Page 51: ...n addition you can adjust the thigh support Press the switch at the front or rear and adjust the position of the thigh support as preferred 390de696 Adjusting BMW Comfort seat This seat has additional...

Page 52: ...side 1 Tilt the upper part of the seat back fully to the rear 2 Adjust to the most suitable position as described on page 49 530de252 3 Tilt the upper section of the seat back forwards until adequate...

Page 53: ...ries in the event of an accident The head restraint should therefore be positioned with its centre at approxi mately the same height as the ears of the seat s occupant The centre rear head restraint s...

Page 54: ...s automati cally adjusted to the wearer s height 390de653 The buckle marked CENTER is only to be used by a person occu pying the centre rear seat Saloon with through loading system please note the ins...

Page 55: ...the indicator light goes out Calling up The convenient operating function 1 With the driver s door unlocked and opened or the ignition key turned to position 1 2 Press the appropriate memory button 1...

Page 56: ...ver s mirror posi tion 2 When reverse gear or automatic transmission selector lever position R is selected the passenger s side mirror tilts down slightly The road surface close to the car for instanc...

Page 57: ...rections corresponding to the lever movements Do not adjust the steering wheel position while the car is in motion or an accident may result from any unexpected movement To memorise steering wheel pos...

Page 58: ...e been folded in The mirrors can be folded in at road speeds of up to approx 10 km h 390de712 Adjusting manually The mirrors can also be adjusted manu ally press the mirror glass at its edges To memor...

Page 59: ...ipped automatically and revert automatically to the clear non dimmed position when you engage reverse gear or select R There are two photo cells in the inside mirror for this purpose One photo cell is...

Page 60: ...t down out of use or has been triggered off in an accident have it checked repaired or dismantled only by BMW Service Never make any modifications to the individual compo nents of the system or its wi...

Page 61: ...for the driver s seat are suitable for the installation of universal child restraint systems for all age groups provided these have been approved for the age group in question Do not allow children t...

Page 62: ...the child s seat Release by pulling the loop forwards and down arrow Then press down from the top until the child s seat engages Use the integral child s seats only in conjunction with the head restra...

Page 63: ...n aid funnels Press this insertion aid firmly into the parting line between the base cushion and seat back so that the two funnels engage on the ISOFIX brackets in the seat 390de787 ISOFIX child seat...

Page 64: ...ions for the car which BMW Service will gladly adjust as you wish 463de029 There are Car Memory and Key Memory settings the former relating to the car itself the latter to your personal requirements Y...

Page 65: ...me driving lights Adjusting the units of measurement for the display of outside temperature and distance driven on the instrument panel Examples for Key Memory Locking the vehicle after setting off Au...

Page 66: ...o position 0 or pulled out the auto matic transmission selector lever must be moved to position P interlock Steering released A slight movement of the steering wheel often makes it easier to turn the...

Page 67: ...e than 1 000 m approx 3 250 ft above sea level On the first occasion take longer over the starting operation approx 10 seconds Excessively lengthy or frequent operation of the starter motor at short i...

Page 68: ...nary vehicle from rolling away and acts on the rear wheels Applying The lever engages automatically and the indicator light on the instrument panel lights up in ignition key position 2 see page 18 Rel...

Page 69: ...auto matically in ignition key position 2 Never try to prevent the car from rolling back on an uphill gradient by slipping the clutch always apply the handbrake A clutch that is allowed to slip will w...

Page 70: ...D 390de138 Selector lever positions P R N D M S Starting the engine The engine can only be started in posi tions P or N The gear display differs according to your car s equipment specification see pi...

Page 71: ...rmal driving All forward gears are available Kick down In kick down position you achieve maximum acceleration and top speed in position D Press the accelerator pedal down beyond the regular full throt...

Page 72: ...l lever positions can still be selected but in the forward positions only certain gears are actually available when the car is driven Avoid excessive loads and take the car to the nearest BMW Service...

Page 73: ...creen once You can leave the lever in setting 1 all the time then all you need to do is to activate the rain sensor from ignition key position 1 Turn knurled wheel 7 briefly To vary the sensitivity of...

Page 74: ...y heated when the ignition key is in position 2 Rear window wiper touring 0 Parked position of rear window wiper 1 The rear window wiper operates intermittently When reverse gear is engaged the wiper...

Page 75: ...button as often as necessary until the indicator light in the instrument panel goes out The cruise control is also deactivated when the ignition key is turned to posi tion 0 The memorised speed is del...

Page 76: ...vated press button the indi cator light remains lit You can re acti vate cruise control as required by calling up the speed last memorised In addition you interrupt the cruise control function automat...

Page 77: ...osition 1 or beyond 530de010 Outside temperature display The outside temperature is displayed from ignition key position 1 on You can change the unit of measure ment 6 7 by 1 Pressing the button arrow...

Page 78: ...onomical and environmentally friendly your current driving style is When the car is halted the needle moves back to zero 390de005 The warning light comes on briefly as an operating check when the igni...

Page 79: ...ll cold Drive at moderate engine and road speeds Red The warning light comes on briefly as an operating check when the ignition is switched on If the warning light comes on while the car is being driv...

Page 80: ...ILSERVICE or INSPECTION A service routine is due Make arrange ments with BMW Service 390de008 Red LED The service routine is overdue Clock symbol Shows that brake fluid renewal is due Periods during w...

Page 81: ...tructions and reminders are shown in ignition key position 2 and beyond A gong signal is always heard at the same time 1 Symbol that a warning is present 2 Display 3 CHECK key The system malfunction d...

Page 82: ...TS The indicator light with seat belt symbol also comes on PRE HEATING Do not start the engine until the display has gone out WASHER FLUID LOW Restore the correct level at the earliest opportunity see...

Page 83: ...a journey are displayed again in succession when the ignition key is turned back to position 0 The following information is also provided if appropriate LIGHTS ON Warning at end of journey when drive...

Page 84: ...r the trip distance display odometer 2 Then turning the ignition key to 0 See also page 77 Operating range and average speed The range is calculated on the basis of the previous driving style and cond...

Page 85: ...power supply is interrupted all the stored data are erased After restoring the power supply the time and possibly also the switch on times for auxiliary heater independent ventilation control distanc...

Page 86: ...Altering the time display Press the left of the key Press the right of the key The dots flash in the display To alter the setting Press at left or right or hold the key down To store the input Press t...

Page 87: ...15 seconds before each hour Stopwatch The stopwatch functions are only available on cars without an auxiliary fuel burning heater Press the left of the key Press Display shows To start the stopwatch...

Page 88: ...s the right of the key The activated time is marked with an asterisk The switch on times remain stored until cancelled by a new input You can change switch on times that have already been memorised by...

Page 89: ...es place each time the key is pressed Speed limit Speed limit input You can input the road speed at which you wish to hear and see a reminder signal a signal is heard the LIMIT inscription flashes and...

Page 90: ...red before you reach your destination is displayed This is of course only possible if you entered the entire distance before starting the journey To make the input Press the right of the key Press the...

Page 91: ...probable range If the range falls below 50 km approx 30 miles add fuel to the tank to avoid the risk of damage to the engine or the catalytic converter The computer only registers added fuel if the qu...

Page 92: ...forgotten emergency deactivation is possible see next page Selecting and activating code Press the right of the key Press the left of the key Display shows Enter the code at the function keys To corre...

Page 93: ...he meantime it can be input during the waiting period after pressing the CODE key Remote control The button in the flashing turn indicator lever can be used to select the items of computer information...

Page 94: ...for the menu bar 7 Display for entry and query keys Telephone operation using MID Using the MID you can carry out the following telephone functions quickly and directly Emergency call Dialling by nam...

Page 95: ...llowing appears in the display Ignore everything in the display and press and then Press the left of the key To end an emergency call Press the left of the key INSERT CARD 3 42PM SOS C SOS Entering yo...

Page 96: ...IA To call up further names Press at left right Further names are shown in alphabet ical order Dialling via the TOP 8 function Using this function you can call up the eight names or phone numbers that...

Page 97: ...onding names and phone numbers on the SIM card The one touch dialling number is identical to the memory location To enter a one touch dialling number Press 3 42PM OTTO PAULA ROBERT SANDRA SOS 3 42PM M...

Page 98: ...phone number using the search key Press at left right You can use the search key to display the ten numbers last dialled and then dial one of them CLR Notepad function You can also enter a new number...

Page 99: ...es have been selected Reading SMS messages Press the right of the key The following appears in the display Press the left of the key The following appears in the display The reception signal is always...

Page 100: ...3 42PM 1 2 3 4 C SMS Press to display the memorised message Press the right of the key to display the next line of text Press the left of the key to display the previous line of text Press the right...

Page 101: ...4 ft has been covered or a speed of approx 30 km h approx 20 mph is exceeded the system is de activated and the indicator light goes out Switch the system on again as necessary Switching off manually...

Page 102: ...hey always operate reliably Do not spray the sensors for any length of time with a high pressure cleaning jet Keep such jets at least 10 cm approx 4 in away from the sensors Automatic Stability Contro...

Page 103: ...r work Switching off Press the button the indicator light remains on all the time Depending on the car s equipment the button is marked either ASC or DSC In the following exceptional situations it may...

Page 104: ...eds and therefore enhances both ride comfort and safety Automatic control Automatic control is activated each time the engine is started It takes effect over the entire road speed range and regardless...

Page 105: ...driven The system reports any sudden loss of pressure in one or more tyres So that the system can identify the correct tyre pressures first check these against the tyre pressure tables starting on pag...

Page 106: ...ounds When this occurs slow down to a stop immediately avoiding harsh braking and steering manoeuvres Replace the defective wheel with tyre The spare wheel supplied as standard with your car is equipp...

Page 107: ...desired the light switch can remain in the low beam headlights position when the ignition is turned off the car s lights go out Please comply with local legislation concerning the use of daytime driv...

Page 108: ...1 5 persons without luggage 1 2 5 persons with luggage 2 2 1 person luggage compartment or load area full 390de734 Cars with self levelling suspension All load conditions position 0 Exception 1 perso...

Page 109: ...and rear fog lights The green and yellow indi cator lights on the instrument panel come on when the front and rear fog lights are switched on After switching on the rear fog lights the switch returns...

Page 110: ...cancel this mode press the button The load area light in the touring oper ates in the same way 390de638 There are reading lights at the front next to the interior light and in the rear passenger area...

Page 111: ...upper body 113 3 Air to footwell 4 Air to rear seat footwell 5 Air to upper body area rear seat passengers 113 6 Temperature 112 7 Air distribution 112 8 Air supply 112 9 Heated rear window 112 10 Coo...

Page 112: ...to suit the temperature setting Depending on weather conditions the windscreen may fog over momentarily when the engine is started Switching on the air conditioning system reduces this effect Moisture...

Page 113: ...for altering the airflow angle The air emerging here is slightly cooler than the air for the footwell Micro filter The micro filter traps dust and pollen in the incoming airflow It is renewed when BMW...

Page 114: ...Air to rear seat footwell 5 Air to upper body area rear seat passengers 119 6 Automatic air distribution 116 7 Individual air distribution 116 8 Temperature left side 116 9 Temperature display air su...

Page 115: ...ng and demisting windows 116 12 Air conditioning 117 13 Automatic Recirculated Air Control AUC 117 14 Heated rear window 118 15 Air supply 116 16 Maximum cooling effect 117 or use of residual heat 118...

Page 116: ...dividual temperature setting on the driver s and front passenger s sides of the car The displayed values are a guide to the actual interior temperature 22 6 is recommended as a pleasant setting whethe...

Page 117: ...atic Recirculated Air Control AUC If the air outside the car has an unpleasant odour or contains pollutants you can shut off the supply to the interior of the car temporarily The air inside the car is...

Page 118: ...ciently charged The LED in the button comes on if all these conditions are met Auxiliary heater BMW 520d 525d 530d When the engine is cold there is a fuel burning auxiliary heater for warming up the c...

Page 119: ...and activated charcoal filter The micro filter traps dust and pollen in the incoming airflow The activated charcoal filter in addition removes gaseous pollutants from the air entering the car This com...

Page 120: ...ues to run for a short period after it has been switched off indicator light out Even during the warm season of the year the auxiliary heater should be switched on directly about once a month then swi...

Page 121: ...iod max 30 minutes 3 Push the aerial back in but only after the first three regular flashes have been seen Switching off 1 Extend aerial 2 fully 2 Press button 4 The indicator light flashes three time...

Page 122: ...y instructions supplied with the original remote control The original hand held remote control If this symbol appears on the pack or in the instructions supplied with the original remote control you c...

Page 123: ...control arrow 1 at the same time Release both buttons when the indicator light flashes rapidly 5 To program additional original trans mitters repeat steps 3 and 4 The channel buttons you have chosen...

Page 124: ...ce Deactivating the channel buttons Comply with the safety precau tions on page 122 Individual channel buttons cannot be deactivated Only all three channel buttons together can be deactivated together...

Page 125: ...of the compartment on the front inclined section of the centre console can be slid open and closed arrow If a cassette holder is installed each cassette compartment is opened by pressing the small but...

Page 126: ...e removed On cars with non smoker fittings the insert is removed in the same way 390de742 Press the recess arrow briefly then press the cigarette lighter in The cigarette lighter can be removed when i...

Page 127: ...ppliance rated at up to approx 200 Watts Make sure that the socket is not damaged by attempting to insert plugs of the wrong pattern Non smoker package In cars with non smoker equipment the socket is...

Page 128: ...lt sections you can use the centre seat belt just like any normal three point seat belt Disconnecting the seat belt arrow makes it more convenient to fold down the larger seat back 394de746 Each seat...

Page 129: ...ecomes too narrow Removing the centre armrest Not on cars with through loading system or on touring see page 131 1 Unfold the centre armrest completely 2 Detach the cover over the opening at the top i...

Page 130: ...artment secure the loading flap to the under side of the rear window shelf with the magnetic retainers To stow away the ski bag follow the opposite procedure 394de750 Securing the load Secure the skis...

Page 131: ...catch 1 down and swing the cover forwards 3 Press catch button 2 this unlocks the flap in the luggage compartment 394de751 In the touring 1 Swing out the centre armrest detach the cover over the openi...

Page 132: ...light articles e g clothing Do not place hard or heavy objects on the roller cover since they could endanger the car s occu pants in the event of sudden braking or avoidance action Do not allow the r...

Page 133: ...holders and push it forward until it engages 392de755 Storage Holders for the tube are provided in front of the rear seat Insert the tube from the right as shown in the picture The loop on the protec...

Page 134: ...at floor is obtained 392de779 Raising the floor panel flap Swing up the catch black on the underside of the flap and attach it to the upper frame of the tailgate cutout Before folding the floor panel...

Page 135: ...oads in your BMW Place heavy loads as far forward as possible right behind the back rests or the load area partition and keep load low illustration shows the touring Wrap protective material round sha...

Page 136: ...ss weight limit or the permissible axle loads see page 185 otherwise the car s oper ating safety may be endangered and the construction and use regulations infringed Heavy or hard objects should not b...

Page 137: ...s and to the rear and remove the panel from the cutout For attaching and removing the ball head please see the separate instruc tions Fitting First install the cover flap at the top with the groove in...

Page 138: ...t lead to the car s gross weight limit or rear axle load limit being exceeded if a trailer is being towed The car s payload limit is reduced by the weight of the trailer tow hitch and if a trailer is...

Page 139: ...trailer is 80 km h 50 mph in Germany and similar speed limits apply in other countries also If the trailer begins to snake the outfit can only be stabilised by braking hard immediately Only attempt to...

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Page 141: ...verview Controls Maintenance Minor repairs Data Keywords Initial overview Controls in detail Operation maintenance Minor repairs Index Technical data Mainte ba book Page 141 Tuesday December 17 2002 4...

Page 142: ...00 km approx 200 miles Braking system Brake pads and discs do not achieve a favourable wear and contact pattern until the car has covered about 500 km approx 300 miles Clutch The clutch likewise needs...

Page 143: ...car s occupants in the event of heavy braking or a sudden avoidance manoeuvre The principle The antilock brake system ABS prevents the wheels from locking when the brakes are applied and thus increase...

Page 144: ...from time to time When doing so make sure that no other road user is endan gered The resulting heat dries the brake discs and pads The full braking effect will then be immediately available if requir...

Page 145: ...with TWI Tread Wear Indicator indicate when a tread depth of 1 6 mm approx 0 06 in has been reached this is the legal limit for tyre wear Below a tread depth of 3 mm approx 0 12 in there is a risk of...

Page 146: ...th the vehicle body due to impermissible tolerances even though they are of an approved size this could result in a serious accident BMW is unable to assess the suitability of wheels and tyres it has...

Page 147: ...able from tyre suppliers or a BMW Service Never exceed the maximum speed laid down for the winter tyres fitted to your car Lack of expert knowledge or incorrect handling of tyres can cause damage and...

Page 148: ...ad users 390de759 To open Pull the release lever and open the lid 390de760 To close Allow the engine compartment lid to drop from a height of approx 30 cm 12 in such that it is clearly heard to engage...

Page 149: ...er the micro filter housing 154 2 Jump start connection point 173 3 Engine oil dipstick 150 4 Engine oil filler cap 151 5 Coolant level equalising tank 152 6 Reservoir for intensive cleaning system 15...

Page 150: ...nwash for the cleaning or intensive cleaning systems is easily ignited Keep it away from possible ignition sources and store it only in the carefully sealed original packs out of reach of children Com...

Page 151: ...indeed adding these substances could even be harmful in certain circumstances This applies to manual shift gearbox or automatic transmission final drive and power steering Recommendation have oil cha...

Page 152: ...sen must always comply with the ACEA A3 B3 or ACEA A3 B4 specification Approved long life 01 oils always meet this specification Viscosities All long life oils approved by BMW are suitable for operati...

Page 153: ...ts to open then allow the pressure to escape before opening it fully 2 Coolant level is correct when the top end of the red float rod is at least level with the top of the filler pipe see arrow in pic...

Page 154: ...th the instructions on page 144 Brake fluid is hygroscopic that is to say it absorbs moisture gradu ally from the air To ensure that the car s brake system remains in good working order have the brake...

Page 155: ...pections I and II The principle of determining mainte nance intervals according to load effec tively covers all the operating conditions to which the car is likely to be exposed Drivers who cover only...

Page 156: ...odes LED Controls displays and other equipment items inside your car have light emitting diodes LEDs behind a cover as their light source These LEDs resemble conventional lasers and are classified by...

Page 157: ...cket for On Board Diagnosis OBD Lift the cover on the top of the compart ment next to the steering column arrow Components which have a decisive effect on exhaust emissions can be tested at this inter...

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Page 159: ...verview Controls Maintenance Minor repairs Data Keywords Initial overview Controls in detail Operation maintenance Minor repairs Index Technical data Minor ba book Page 159 Tuesday December 17 2002 4...

Page 160: ...e wiper blade towards the windscreen 3 Attach the new wiper blade and slide the safety catch back 390de766 Rear 1 Hold the wiper blade against the glass and pull the wiper arm off unclip it arrow at t...

Page 161: ...disconnect the negative terminal from the battery to prevent any risk of short circuits occurring Observe any instructions supplied by the bulb manufacturer to avoid causing injury or damage when cha...

Page 162: ...ork on the xenon lighting system including bulb changing should only be performed by specialist personnel Side and parking lights 10 Watt bulb The bulb holder and reflector are a single unit and are c...

Page 163: ...ised so protect the eyes and wear gloves There is otherwise a risk of injury if the bulbs are damaged 1 Remove the retaining clips on the air inlet grille arrows with the aid of a screwdriver and take...

Page 164: ...handle at the top 2 Turn the affected bulb holder to the left arrow and remove it 3 Press the blown bulb in slightly and turn to the left take out and renew 4 Insert bulb holder and twist clock wise a...

Page 165: ...release the toggle screw and swing the sub woofer to one side 392de770 Lights in tailgate 1 Open the trim in the tailgate 2 Turn the quick release fastener arrow and take off the bulb holder 3 Press...

Page 166: ...back into position Dispose of old batteries only at an authorised collecting point or return them to BMW Service 390de156 New transmitter If you begin to use a new transmitter either a replacement or...

Page 167: ...n slip surface On a soft or low grip surface snow ice tiles or similar there is a risk of the car or the jack sliding sideways Position the car s jack on a firm surface Never place wood blocks or simi...

Page 168: ...k behind the front wheel on the side opposite to where the wheel is to be removed or in front of the front wheel on a down hill gradient If the car cannot be moved to a point on a less severe gradient...

Page 169: ...and screw up the remaining wheel studs then tighten them all firmly working across the hub rather than round it 13 Lower the car and remove the jack 14 Tighten the studs alternately on opposite sides...

Page 170: ...lead to a gradual loss of air pressure For the lightweight wheel use only BMW approved balance weights for alloy wheels Do not attempt to use hammer on steel balance weights on these wheels With cert...

Page 171: ...mperate climates Please address all queries concerning the battery to BMW Service As the battery is absolutely maintenance free the following infor mation is provided for reference only Do not disconn...

Page 172: ...the button on the right hand flap to open it and pull the trim to one side If a sub woofer loudspeaker is installed behind the right hand flap release the toggle screw and swing the sub woofer to the...

Page 173: ...way you can help another car to start Use only leads with fully insulated battery post clips Do not touch any electrically live parts when the engine is running or a fatal accident may occur Do not d...

Page 174: ...which you wish to start On your BMW a special nut is provided for this purpose on the suspension strut housing see arrow in illustration Always connect the jump leads in the correct order so that no s...

Page 175: ...d Never tow the car or lash it down at any of the suspension elements as this could cause damage and lead to acci dents occurring later For towing use either a towbar or a nylon rope or tapes use of t...

Page 176: ...key to position 1 to enable the brake lights turn indica tors horn and windscreen wipers to be activated 2 Switch on the hazard warning flashers comply with local regula tions If the car s electrical...

Page 177: ...177n Overview Controls Maintenance Minor repairs Data Keywords ba book Page 177 Tuesday December 17 2002 4 26 PM...

Page 178: ...178n ba book Page 178 Tuesday December 17 2002 4 26 PM...

Page 179: ...Overview Controls Maintenance Minor repairs Data Keywords Initial overview Controls in detail Operation maintenance Minor repairs Index Technical data Data ba book Page 179 Tuesday December 17 2002 4...

Page 180: ...84 0 89 6 84 0 78 9 84 0 Mixture preparation Digital Motor Electronics BMW 540i touring BMW 520d touring BMW 525d touring BMW 530d touring Displacement Number of cylinders cc 4398 8 1951 4 2497 6 2926...

Page 181: ...km Automatic 14 4 14 7 19 6 19 2 7 9 8 0 36 2 35 3 10 3 10 5 27 4 26 9 247 252 5 sp gearbox 13 1 13 7 21 6 20 6 7 4 7 7 38 2 36 7 9 5 9 9 29 7 28 5 229 238 Automatic 15 5 15 7 18 2 18 0 7 9 8 1 35 7 3...

Page 182: ...etermined according to a standard test method 93 116 EU It is not the same as the average fuel consumption in practice which depends on a great many different factors such as driving style load road c...

Page 183: ...or repairs Data Keywords Dimensions 394de680 All dimensions in millimetres mm Value after with automatic dip outside mirrors Minimum turning circle D 11 3 m 37 1 ft BMW 540i 11 4 m 37 4 ft ba book Pag...

Page 184: ...nsions in millimetres mm Value after with automatic dip outside mirrors Height with roof rails 1462 BMW 530i 540i 1457 Minimum turning circle D 11 3 m 37 1 ft BMW 540i 11 4 m 37 4 ft ba book Page 184...

Page 185: ...g lb kg lb 1125 2480 1240 2734 1125 2480 1240 2734 1170 2579 1275 2811 1200 2645 1305 2877 Towing loads according to EU operating permit acc to factory specification and legally permitted in Germany B...

Page 186: ...1200 2646 1170 2579 1275 2811 1170 2579 1275 2811 Towing loads according to EU operating permit acc to factory specification and legally permitted in Germany BMW Service will have details of possible...

Page 187: ...to EU operating permit acc to factory specification and legally permitted in Germany BMW Service will have details of possible increases Note and comply with different values in certain countries unbr...

Page 188: ...8 1390 3064 Towing loads according to EU operating permit acc to factory specification and legally permitted in Germany BMW Service will have details of possible increases Note and comply with differe...

Page 189: ...s 9 1 10 2 9 3 8 1 8 9 7 1 7 6 6 9 7 6 80 to 120 km h 50 to 75 mph in 4th gear s 9 4 8 4 7 3 7 4 BMW 540i BMW 520d BMW 525d BMW 530d Top speed with automatic transmission km h mph km h mph 250 155 gov...

Page 190: ...5 10 5 8 5 9 3 7 5 7 9 6 3 6 7 80 to 120 km h 50 to 75 mph in 4th gear s 9 9 8 9 7 7 8 6 in 5th gear BMW 520d BMW 525d BMW 530d Top speed with automatic transmission km h mph km h mph 204 127 215 134...

Page 191: ...approx 6 0 10 6 pints approx 1 0 1 8 pints Further details page 150 Cooling system incl heater circuit 8 4 14 8 pints BMW 520d 9 2 16 2 pints BMW 525d 530d 10 5 18 5 pints BMW 520i 523i 525i 530i 12 0...

Page 192: ...192n ba book Page 192 Tuesday December 17 2002 4 26 PM...

Page 193: ...erview Controls Data Keywords Initial overview Controls in detail Operation maintenance Minor repairs Index Technical data Minor repairs Maintenance Keywords ba book Page 193 Tuesday December 17 2002...

Page 194: ...m height adjustment headlights 108 Beam throw adjustment 108 Biodiesel 23 Blower 112 116 BMW Active seat 53 BMW Comfort seat 51 Bonnet opening 148t unlocking 148t Boot lid remote operation 36 Bottle h...

Page 195: ...valves 170 Dynamic Brake Control DBC 18 104 Dynamic Stability Control DSC 18 102 E Eco diesel 23 EDC Electronic Damping Control 104 Electric mirror heating 58 Electric steering wheel adjustment 57 El...

Page 196: ...uster 13 Instrument cluster switch 72 Instrument lighting 108 Instrument panel 12 15 Integral child s seats 62 Integrated universal remote control 122 Intensive cleaning 73 Intensive cleaning system 1...

Page 197: ...itives 151 Oil change intervals see Service booklet Oil grades 152t Oil level 150t checking 150 Oil level warning light 18 Oil pressure indicator light 17 Oil Service 80 Old batteries 171 On board com...

Page 198: ...tings 64 Selector lever automatic transmission 70 Self levelling suspension 19 105 inactive 105t Service 80t Service Booklet 155 Service Interval indicator 80 155 Servicemobile see Mobile Service Shif...

Page 199: ...vating 36t Tilt down mirror 56 Time calling up 86 changing 86 Timer 86 Timer see also on board computer Owner s Handbook Toolkit 160t Top speed 189 TOP 8 96 Torch 125 Torque 180 touring compartments i...

Page 200: ...heel covers 168 Wheel stud wrench 168t Wheel studs 168 lockable 170 Wheelbase 183 Wheel changing 167 Wheels and tyres 146 Width 183 Window lifts 45 Window safety switch 46 Windows 45 116 convenient op...

Page 201: ...ith the information that is applicable to your car Fuel Enter your preferred grade of fuel here Engine oil The quantity of oil between the two dipstick marks is approx 1 litre 1 75 pints Designation G...

Page 202: ...Sheer Driving Pleasure 98 07 0 156 204 enth More about BMW www bmw com ba book Page 202 Tuesday December 17 2002 4 26 PM...

Page 203: ...5 En ba book Page 203 Tuesday December 17 2002 4 26 PM...

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