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Capacities

Notes

Fuel tank
Reserve

gal/liters
gal/liters

approx. 18.5/70

approx. 2.1/8

Fuel quality: page

165

Window and headlamp
washer system

quarts/liters

approx. 3.2/3

For details: page

Engine with oil filter renewal
525i/530i
545i

quarts/liters

6.9/6.5
8.5/8.0

BMW High Performance

Synthetic Oil.

Oil grades: page

175

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Summary of Contents for 525I SEDAN

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual for Vehicle The Ultimate Driving Machine Contents A Z Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 159 02 04 BMW AG...

Page 2: ...Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 159 02 04 BMW AG...

Page 3: ...sfaction from your BMW s unique range of technical features The man ual also contains information on maintenance designed to enhance operating safety and contribute to maintaining the value of your BM...

Page 4: ...uding excerpts only with the written consent of BMW AG Munich Order No 01 41 0 158 159 US English II 04 04 03 460 Printed in Germany Printed on environmentally friendly paper bleached without chlorine...

Page 5: ...mps 89 A congenial climate 95 Practical interior accessories Driving tips 104 Things to remember when driving Navigation 110 Starting navigation system 112 Entering destination 120 Destination guidanc...

Page 6: ...W e g technology on the Internet at www bmwusa com Symbols used Indicates precautions that must be followed precisely in order to avoid the possibility of personal injury and seri ous damage to the ve...

Page 7: ...This asterisk is generally used at the point at which the respective equip ment is explicitly described Should your BMW be equipped with fea tures or accessories not described in this manual please co...

Page 8: ...not approved by BMW BMW cannot test every product made by other manufacturers to verify if it can be used on a BMW safely and without risk to either the vehicle its operation or its occu pants Genuin...

Page 9: ...your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to noti fying BMW...

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Page 11: ...to serve as a source of orientation in your vehicle s operating environment The section will also assist you in becoming acquainted with the control concepts and options available for operating the v...

Page 12: ...ar window blind 96 2 Rear window safety switch 33 3 Opening and closing windows 32 4 Adjusting exterior mirrors 42 5 Turn signals 55 High beams headlamp flasher 87 Roadside parking lamps 87 Check Cont...

Page 13: ...rack Press longer fast forward reverse Portable phone Press briefly select entry in A Z Top 8 Redial Received calls or Missed calls Individually programmable 44 Individually programmable 44 7 Instrume...

Page 14: ...Display for Variable indicator and warning lamps 67 Speed for cruise control 58 Desired speed for active cruise control 59 Time date 64 Outside temperature 64 7 Display for Automatic transmission 53...

Page 15: ...ur information Green or blue For your information Variable indicator and warning lamps On the display 6 of the instrument cluster other indicator and warning lamps appear as necessary Pay attention to...

Page 16: ...Cockpit 14 All around the center console controls and displays Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 159 02 04 BMW AG...

Page 17: ...navigation DVD 110 15 Drive for audio CD 128 16 Switching audio sources on off and adjusting volume 128 18 Controller 16 Turn press or horizontal movement in four directions 19 Activating voice comma...

Page 18: ...ing an unnecessary haz ard due to inattention both to your own vehicle s occupants and to other road users never attempt to use the controls or make entries unless traffic and road condi tions allow M...

Page 19: ...s button To open the start menu from the menu Press the button twice Displays in menu 1 In menus you can change fields to select the menu items they contain or to make adjustments The active field is...

Page 20: ...d move the controller to the left right forwards or backwards and let go To change the current menu move the controller to the left right forwards or backwards and hold for longer than approx 2 second...

Page 21: ...a text message appears here on the Control Display Assistance window Additional information can be displayed in the assistance window The computer or the travel computer The travel route in vehicles...

Page 22: ...e 14 Precondition The set language of the Control Center and of the voice command system should match so that the commands to be spoken can be identified more easily Setting the language of the Contro...

Page 23: ...e selected CD the possible voice commands for operating the CD player and the CD changer will be read off There are often a number of commands to run a function e g With short commands you can carry o...

Page 24: ...speak commands with the pro nunciation of the voice command sys tem as otherwise for example foreign radio stations will not be understood For entries in the voice activated phone book only use names...

Page 25: ...At a glance 23 Reference Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility...

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Page 27: ...you with information for complete control of your vehicle Its extensive array of features and accessories both for driving and for your own safety comfort and convenience are described here Online Edi...

Page 28: ...center Key Memory How the system functions Doubtless you have often reflected on how great it would be if you could configure your vehicle s various adjustment settings to meet your own personal requi...

Page 29: ...parking You can find more detailed information on the alarm system on page 31 Because any persons or animals left unattended in a parked vehicle could lock the doors from the inside you should always...

Page 30: ...Select the desired signal 6 Press the controller The signals are switched on Malfunction The remote control can be subjected to malfunctions by local radio waves Should the remote control fail to oper...

Page 31: ...nction occurs you can unlock or lock the driver s door with the key in the end positions of the door lock Opening and closing from inside You can operate the central locking system with this button wh...

Page 32: ...r animals left unattended in a parked vehicle could lock the doors from the inside you should always keep the remote control with you this precaution ensures that you will remain able to unlock the ve...

Page 33: ...penetrate the interior of the vehicle If special circumstances should make it absolutely necessary to operate the vehicle with the luggage compartment lid open 1 Close all windows and the glass roof...

Page 34: ...ring of an alarm the indica tor lamp will flash continuously Tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor Tilt alarm sensor The tilt of the vehicle is monitored The alarm system reacts e g in case of...

Page 35: ...tructions such as very thin objects and the window would continue closing Pulling the switch beyond the resistance point and holding it limits the response of the anti trapping mechanism Under these c...

Page 36: ...gain stops the motion Anti trapping mechanism If the glass roof encounters resistance when closing from roughly the center of the roof opening or when closing from the raised position the closing acti...

Page 37: ...e cover downwards if neces sary using the screwdriver from the onboard tool kit at the positions indi cated refer to page 181 2 Insert the Allen wrench supplied with the onboard tool kit refer to page...

Page 38: ...y temporary For airbag locations and additional infor mation on airbags refer to page 81 Sitting safely with safety belts Fasten your safety belt before starting any trip Airbags complement the safety...

Page 39: ...t width you can increase or reduce lateral support 2 Shoulder support You can use the adjustable upper back rest for supplementary support in the shoulder region This provides a relaxed driving positi...

Page 40: ...tor lamp in the button lights up 4 Press the desired memory button 1 or 2 The indicator lamp goes out Calling automatically You have two options Calling with vehicle unlocking Calling when opening the...

Page 41: ...ress the button a second time the indica tor lamp goes out Passenger side exterior mirror tilt function Automatic curb monitor Activating 1 Select the driver s mirror with the mirror selector switch 2...

Page 42: ...are centered roughly at the level of your ears Do not install seat or head restraint covers Never use the head restraints as sup ports for suspending objects of any kind such as clothes hangers Refrai...

Page 43: ...position Damage to safety belts If the safety belts are damaged or stretched in an accident have the entire belt system including the tensioning mechanisms replaced at your BMW cen ter Have the belt a...

Page 44: ...actively varied by alter nately raising and lowering the right and left half of the seat cushion This reduces mus cular tension and fatigue to help prevent lower back pain To activate press the button...

Page 45: ...ls located in the interior rearview mirror for this purpose One is integrated within the mirror s lens while the other is located at an offset position on the rear of the mirror housing For trouble fr...

Page 46: ...ic recirculated air control on page 90 Mute on off Mutes the audio sources Screen on off Switches the Control Display on off Short cut Telephone Display hide phone book Next entertainment source Chang...

Page 47: ...the vehicle s safety belts Younger children should be secured in an appropriate forward facing child restraint system that has first been properly restrained We strongly urge you to care fully read an...

Page 48: ...Pull the entire length of the belt from the belt retractor Allow the reel to retract the belt somewhat and engage the buckle then tighten the belt against the child restraint system The retraction me...

Page 49: ...int fixing and at the same time protects the surface of the seats The installation guide is available at your BMW center Always observe all related instructions for installation and use provided by th...

Page 50: ...uries can be caused if the side airbags are triggered Child safety locks for rear doors Slide down the safety lever on the rear doors The door can now be opened from the out side only Safety switch fo...

Page 51: ...from rolling always select idle position or position N and apply the handbrake before leaving the vehicle with the engine running When starting the engine do not press the accelerator pedal Do not al...

Page 52: ...ck the steering When parking on a downhill incline apply the handbrake as otherwise the vehicle could roll away Manual transmission 1 Turn the ignition key to position 1 or 0 2 Engage first or reverse...

Page 53: ...ake Otherwise greater clutch wear will result Reverse gear Select only when the vehicle is stationary When pressing the gearshift lever to the left overcome some resistance The backup lamps automatica...

Page 54: ...to the right towards D Kickdown For rapid acceleration e g overtaking press the accelerator pedal as far down as it will go kickdown You achieve maxi mum acceleration To return to the sequential mode...

Page 55: ...cool down Automatic transmission with Steptronic In addition to fully automatic operation you can also manually shift with the Steptronic refer to page 54 Selector lever positions P R N D M S Possibl...

Page 56: ...vehicle speed thus for example a downshift that would cause the engine to overrev will not be executed by the system The selected gear appears briefly in the instrument cluster followed by the curren...

Page 57: ...ngine speed is set To maintain driving stability drive with the DSC on whenever possible Turn signals headlamp flasher 1 High beams 2 Headlamp flasher 3 Turn signals Using turn signals Press the lever...

Page 58: ...als Do not use the washers if there is any danger that the fluid will freeze on the windshield If you do so your vision could be obscured To avoid freezing use a washer fluid antifreeze refer to Washe...

Page 59: ...lumn Do not use the cruise control when driving on winding roads in heavy traffic or in poor road conditions e g snow rain ice loose road surface that do not permit a constant speed One lever for all...

Page 60: ...ehicles ahead active cruise control will within the scope of given possibilities adjust your vehicle s speed automatically so that you can flow with the traffic without frequent intervention by the dr...

Page 61: ...you select your desired speed The system is activated The display appears as soon as you activate the system and no vehicle is detected driving ahead Vehicle detected The display 2 lights up yellow wh...

Page 62: ...efer to Deactivate system or a mal function has occurred To call up Check Control messages refer to page 66 2 Desired speed store and decrease Pull back the lever The current driving speed is rounded...

Page 63: ...er starting the engine Distance 4 Use good judgment to select the appropriate following distance given road conditions traffic applicable laws and driving recommendations for safe fol lowing distance...

Page 64: ...ing Be certain to deactivate the system when you pull into an exit lane for a highway off ramp Also vehicles traveling in a staggered man ner on a highway may cause a delay in the system s reaction to...

Page 65: ...capacity and does not utilize the full capacity of the vehicle braking system Therefore the system cannot decrease your speed for large differences in speed between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead...

Page 66: ...the outside temper ature falls to roughly 37 57 36 this is accompanied by a message Please bear in mind that the ice warn ing does nothing to alter the fact that black ice may be present on roads at...

Page 67: ...e once your cruising range falls to below 30 miles 50 km as otherwise engine functions are not ensured and damage can occur Service requirement display In the instrument cluster The remaining distance...

Page 68: ...nd press the control ler 3 Select Service requirements and press the controller 4 Select Status and press the control ler 5 Select Emission inspect or State inspection and press the controller 6 Selec...

Page 69: ...eleted and they remain on the display until the problem is corrected Sup plementary information can also appear on the Control Display To exit the menu Select and press the controller Priority 2 These...

Page 70: ...display disappears automatically after a short time To close the display immediately Select and press the controller Displays after completion of trip Malfunction reports generated during the trip ar...

Page 71: ...ulations of average speed To reset the average speed press the BC button in the turn signal lever for approx 2 seconds Average fuel consumption The average fuel consumption is calculated for the time...

Page 72: ...switch the trip computer on off and reset all the values 1 Select Set and press the controller 2 Select the desired menu item 3 Press the controller Entering a distance manually Control Center for pr...

Page 73: ...east 3 mph 5 km h slower Entering changing Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Open Navigation On vehicles without navigation system open Car Data 2 Select Car Data and press the c...

Page 74: ...t Stop and press the controller This stops the timer Taking an intermediate time reading Select Interim time and press the control ler This intermediate time appears below the ongoing primary stopwatc...

Page 75: ...Language on Control Display The language on the Control Display can be set Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Open the menu 2 Select Display settings and press the controller 3 S...

Page 76: ...ivated Setting date Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Open the menu 2 Select Display settings and press the controller 3 Select Date and press the controller 4 Select Set date an...

Page 77: ...omatically deacti vated once the vehicle travels approx 165 ft 50 m or exceeds a speed of roughly 20 mph 30 km h the indicator lamp goes out You can reactivate the system manu ally as needed Manual mo...

Page 78: ...e physical limits that apply to all forms of ultrasonic measurement such as those encountered with thin and wedge shaped objects etc Low objects already displayed e g a curb can also dis appear from t...

Page 79: ...t ton DTC Dynamic Traction Control In special driving states e g in deep snow DTC ensures maximum forward momen tum The gain in forward momentum also involves a reduction in driving stability DTC is a...

Page 80: ...vailable The vehicle will remain completely operational however without DSC Have the system checked as soon as possible The warning lamp for the brake sys tem lights up in yellow a message appears on...

Page 81: ...road surfaces If you are using a sports driving style slip on the drive wheels high lateral acceleration False alarms and undetected loss of pressure may occur when you are driv ing with snow chains f...

Page 82: ...t The active steering is a system that actively varies the steering angle of the front wheels in relation to the steering wheel move ments When you are driving in the low road speed range e g in a tow...

Page 83: ...of side impact The relevant side airbag supports the side upper body area The relevant head airbag supports the head and pro vides protection against objects entering the vehicle The airbags are delib...

Page 84: ...tects whether or not the seat is occupied by a child in the child restraint system or an adult When a child is seated in the child restraint system or with an empty seat the front and side airbags are...

Page 85: ...air bag system from responding in the expected manner to an impact occurring within its normal response range A fault has occurred in the airbag system The warning lamp does not light up as of igniti...

Page 86: ...4 Move the controller to the left to select Head Up Display Offset 5 Turn the controller until the desired set ting is selected Depending on which key you have used to open the vehicle the last adjust...

Page 87: ...ps Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Only clean the cover of the Head Up Display with a soft lint free cloth or with a display cleaning cloth as otherwise damage may result Online Editi...

Page 88: ...the controller to apply the setting Lights on warning If you turn the ignition key to position 0 an acoustic signal sounds when you open the driver s door for a few seconds to remind you that the lig...

Page 89: ...the position Auto matic headlamp control refer to page 86 To avoid blinding oncoming traffic the Adaptive Head Light is not active when driving in reverse is only active toward passenger s side when...

Page 90: ...ing interior lamps on and off Briefly press the button If you want the interior lamps to remain off continuously maintain pressure on the but ton for approx 3 seconds Reading lamps Reading lamps are p...

Page 91: ...an find more information on adjusting for draft free ventilation on page 93 3 Air to footwell 4 Setting temperature left side of passenger compartment 5 Maximum cooling 6 Defrosting windows and removi...

Page 92: ...ible Adjusting temperature The figures on the display pro vide a general indication of inte rior temperature A pleasant adjustment is 727 226 When you start the vehicle the system ensures that the sel...

Page 93: ...e interior for instance while the vehicle is stationary at a school to pick up a child You can adjust the automatic climate con trol settings in ignition key position 1 Provided that the engine has wa...

Page 94: ...t of the air distribution separately for the driver and passenger side To switch on the automatic air distribution for the front passenger Move the controller to the right Adapting temperature in uppe...

Page 95: ...s pollutants from the out side air Your BMW center replaces this combined filter as a standard part of your scheduled maintenance You can select a display of more detailed information in the Service r...

Page 96: ...2 5 Select the time and press the controller The first time setting is highlighted 6 Turn the controller to make the adjust ment 7 Press the controller to apply the setting The next adjustment is high...

Page 97: ...original hand held transmitter it is safe to assume that it is compatible with the integrated universal remote control If you have additional questions please consult your BMW center or call 1 800 35...

Page 98: ...plementary instructions Programming will be easier with the aid of a second person 1 Park your vehicle within the range of the remote controlled device 2 Program the integrated universal remote contro...

Page 99: ...ontinu ously Be sure that the flashlight is switched off when it is inserted into its holder Failure to comply with this precaution could lead to overcharging and damage Center armrest A storage compa...

Page 100: ...ts are located on the backrests of the front seats Clothes hooks When suspending clothing from the hooks ensure that it will not obstruct the driver s vision Do not hang heavy objects on the hooks If...

Page 101: ...ildren are unable to use the lighter and burn them selves Power socket In ignition key position 2 the lighter socket can be used to plug in hand flashlights car vacuum cleaners etc with power ratings...

Page 102: ...traint When you fold back the backrest make sure that the retainer engages properly If it is not properly engaged transported cargo could enter the vehicle during braking or evasive maneuvers and enda...

Page 103: ...nts Tension the retaining strap on the tensioning buckle for this purpose Secure the ski bag in this way If you fail to do so it could move around and endanger occupants during braking or eva sive man...

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Page 106: ...the clutch is only at its opti mized level after a distance driven of approx 300 miles 500 km During this break in period engage the clutch gently Following part replacement Observe the break in inst...

Page 107: ...brake system drive long or steep downhill gradients in the gear in which the least braking is required Even light but consis tent pedal pressure can lead to high tem peratures brake wear and possibly...

Page 108: ...luggage load capacity For example if the XXX amount equals 1 400 lbs and there will be five 150 lbs passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1 400...

Page 109: ...abrupt braking or evasive maneuvers Roof mounted luggage rack Anchorage points The mounting points are located in the door openings or on the roof rack A special rack system is available as an option...

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Page 111: ...ion This chapter describes how you can enter destinations and specify your route so that your navigation system guides you reliably to your destination Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 159 02 04...

Page 112: ...DVD is ejected from the navigation computer 2 Remove the DVD Calling up navigation Enter data only when the vehicle is stationary and always obey the traffic regulations and road signs in the event o...

Page 113: ...e or Current position 4 Press the controller The contents of the assistance window is continually updated as you drive Displaying current position Control Center for principle details refer to page 16...

Page 114: ...lect Navigation and press the con troller 2 Select New destination and press the controller 3 Select Enter address and press the controller The system also supports you with the fol lowing features If...

Page 115: ...town city name from the list and press the controller Entering street house number and intersection 1 Select Street or the displayed street and press the controller 2 For instructions on entry refer...

Page 116: ...With the destination guidance deac tivated around the last destination entered 4 Move the controller in the desired direc tion to localize your destination The controller can be moved to the left rig...

Page 117: ...ts 7 Press the controller A list with a maximum of ten destina tions sorted by distance is displayed on the Control Display 8 Select a destination and press the con troller 9 Select a menu item To add...

Page 118: ...ddress book You can save approx 100 destinations in the address book Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Select Address book and press the controller 2 Select New address and press...

Page 119: ...er The stored entries are displayed on the Control Display 2 Select the entry and press the control ler To start the destination guidance Select Start guidance and press the con troller Changing desti...

Page 120: ...major traffic arteries are given priority Avoid highways Freeways are avoided where possi ble Fast route Shortest time using combination of smallest possible distance and sec tions where fast driving...

Page 121: ...s include Names of specific locations can also vary from the official versions provided that the spelling of the entry corre sponds to a standard form used in another country Example Instead of M nche...

Page 122: ...ws or a route map on the Control Display 1 Predicted time of arrival 2 Distance to the destination on the calculated route 3 Route criterion 4 Voice instructions switched on off During destination gui...

Page 123: ...he voice instructions are switched on Depending on which key you have used to open the vehicle the last adjustment is applied Repeating and canceling voice instructions With the programmable keys in t...

Page 124: ...ets and towns cities on your route displayed when ever the destination guidance is active The distances remaining to be traveled on each individual road and directional arrows are also displayed Contr...

Page 125: ...At a glance Controls Communications Entertainment Mobility To exit the menu without changing the route Select and press the controller 3 Calculate is used to recalculate the route Online Edition for...

Page 126: ...or a destination such as the railway station etc then start the destination guidance you want to enter a destination for the destination guidance but it is not pos sible to select the letters for you...

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Page 129: ...Entertainment Operation of the radio and CD as well as their tone settings are described in this chapter Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 159 02 04 BMW AG...

Page 130: ...equipment Equipment with single drive Equipment with two drives 1 Sound output for Entertainment on off volume Press switching on off When you switch on the last set radio station or CD track is playe...

Page 131: ...utton 1 on the CD player This symbol on the Control Display indicates that sound output is switched off Adjusting volume Turn button 1 until the desired volume has been reached Depending on which key...

Page 132: ...ume balance in the same manner as Treble Bass Speed dependent volume The speed dependent volume control automatically increases the volume with increasing speed You can set various stages for the incr...

Page 133: ...lect Equalizer and press the con troller 2 Move the controller to the left or right to select the desired frequency range 3 Turn the controller until the desired set ting is selected Resetting tone se...

Page 134: ...own on the Control Display on the basis of various selection criteria e g Presets If no station is displayed update the sta tions with the best reception refer to page 134 Changing station Turn the co...

Page 135: ...troller Scan starts To stop the scan 1 Press the controller once again 2 Select Scan and press the controller This cancels the scan search and the radio remains on the current station Buttons on CD pl...

Page 136: ...items are displayed 6 Select Autostore and press the con troller The display of the stations with the stron gest reception is updated The stations are displayed based on their frequencies Storing stat...

Page 137: ...weak or dis rupted it can take some time before the station names appear Weather Band Weather Radio is a service of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration NOAA of the U S Department of Co...

Page 138: ...electronic serial number ESN are displayed The electronic serial number is required to enable or disable 2 To enable the channels Dial the phone number or if the vehicle is equipped with two drives s...

Page 139: ...es All channels by category e g news jazz 3 Press the controller 4 If Categories was selected Select the desired category and press the controller The channels of this category are dis played 5 Select...

Page 140: ...the next enabled channel Notes When there is a signal blockage or the transmission is suspended momentarily for more than 4 seconds a message appears on the Control Display Service may be interrupted...

Page 141: ...to 50 seconds to read in the data To start playback when there is already a CD in the drive Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Press button The start menu is opened 2 Move the co...

Page 142: ...tons on CD player Press the button for the corresponding direction repeatedly continuing until you reach the desired track on the current CD The CD will start play at the start of the track The track...

Page 143: ...on the CD is repeated End repeat Press the controller select repeat track and press the controller Sampling tracks scan The system automatically plays a brief sample from each of the tracks on the cu...

Page 144: ...e played once in a random sequence End random Press the controller select random direc tory and press the controller Fast forward reverse Buttons on CD player Press and hold the button for the corre s...

Page 145: ...maxi CDs as other wise the CDs or the adapter can jam and may no longer be ejected Do not use a combined CD DVD e g DVDPlus as otherwise the CD DVD can jam and is no longer ejected Malfunctions To pr...

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Page 147: ...ations This chapter summarizes how you operate your BMW portable phone via the Control Center or voice control and how you use BMW Assist or TeleService Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 159 02 0...

Page 148: ...ntenna can result in minor burns If the antenna is damaged have it replaced immediately Special environmental conditions Always switch off your BMW portable phone in areas where blasting work is being...

Page 149: ...r BMW Assist calls When the status information Car Phone is displayed in Communication only BMW Assist calls are possible Activating the BMW portable phone Requirements for portable phones with SIM ca...

Page 150: ...ns can be used via the Control Center as soon as the BMW porta ble phone has been laid in the cradle Entering unlock code Dialing phone number Phone book Top 8 Redialing Displaying accepted calls Disp...

Page 151: ...ejecting a call Select Reject and press the controller The caller is diverted to your mailbox if this has been activated Calling Dialing phone numbers 1 Select Phone and press the controller 2 Select...

Page 152: ...r menu items are displayed 5 Select Call and press the controller The system dials the number If different phone numbers are stored in the portable phone under one name e g office and home the name is...

Page 153: ...the portable phone was in its cradle are stored Here it must be possible for the tele phone number of the caller to be sent Dialing from a list To select an entry and establish a connec tion 1 Select...

Page 154: ...nread text mes sages The number of text messages that can be stored depends on the memory capacity of your BMW portable phone Displaying text messages SMS 1 Select SMS and press the controller The lis...

Page 155: ...s 2 Speak voice commands To have the system list the voice com mands possible in each case Canceling operation via voice Briefly press button on steering wheel or In dialogs where text of any kind can...

Page 156: ...by the system you can delete this sequence of digits The command Correct number can be repeated as often as you like Deleting input Delete is used to delete all the digits entered so far Voice phone...

Page 157: ...n the phone book 1 Save name The dialog for storing a name is called up 2 Speak name and repeat entry upon request The duration of the name in the telephone book must not exceed approx 2 seconds 3 Spe...

Page 158: ...ands For voice commands bear the following in mind Issue the commands fluently and at normal volume avoiding excessive emphasis and pauses Keep the doors windows and glass roof closed to prevent inter...

Page 159: ...ce For exam ple the position data of your vehicle can be transferred to the BMW Assist emergency call center if an emergency call has been initiated Many functions of BMW Assist depend on the individu...

Page 160: ...ry In some countries both are also possible The data transferred can be the vehicle data your current position or the data of the CBS Condition Based Service Automatic service notification The data on...

Page 161: ...to Roadside Assistance will be established Setting up contact to your BMW center or BMW Customer Relations You can contact your BMW center e g to arrange a service appointment For information related...

Page 162: ...1 Open the start menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Select Communication interface and press the controller 4 Select BMW Service settings and press the controller 5 Select Profile and pres...

Page 163: ...your vehicle can be displayed Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Open the start menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Select Communication interface and press the control...

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Page 165: ...n your mobility by supplying important information on vital topics including fuels and lubricants wheels and tires service maintenance and how to deal with any problems that may occur Online Edition f...

Page 166: ...gas pump sym bol Observe the following when refueling When handling fuels always observe any safety guidelines posted at the service station Put the fuel filler cap in the bracket attached to the fue...

Page 167: ...lytic converter will be permanently damaged Use high quality brands Field experience has indicated significant differences in fuel quality volatility compo sition additives etc among gasolines offered...

Page 168: ...oss of control over the vehi cle Checking pressure Only check tire inflation pressure when the tires are cold This means after a maxi mum of 1 25 miles 2 km driving or when the vehicle has been parked...

Page 169: ...3 W 225 55 R 16 95 Q T H M S 225 50 R 17 94 Q T H M S Only 525i 225 55 R 16 95 V M S 225 55 R 16 95 V 29 200 35 240 36 250 44 300 245 45 R 17 95 W 245 45 R 17 95 Q T H V M S 29 200 32 220 33 230 41 28...

Page 170: ...of 10 years Tire size Pressure specifications in psi kPa All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi kilopascal with cold tires Cold ambient temperature 225 50 R 17 94 V M S 225 50 R...

Page 171: ...r peak traction characteristics Temperature The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested...

Page 172: ...re Tire damage extending to sudden and complete loss of pressure in extreme cases can pose a potentially lethal safety hazard for the vehicle s occupants and other road users alike Run flat tires You...

Page 173: ...e their suitability and there fore cannot be held liable for driving safety To maintain good handling and vehicle response use only tires of a single tread configuration from a single manufacturer Aft...

Page 174: ...rease and fuels Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pressure indicated on the side wall of the tire Snow chains BMW only tests certain snow chains clas sifies them as road safe and approves them...

Page 175: ...out properly there is a danger of subsequent damage and related safety hazards Hood Releasing Pull the lever located under the left side of the instrument cluster Opening Press the release handle and...

Page 176: ...ehicle with the engine at operating temperature in a horizontal position 2 After approx 5 minutes pull the dip stick 4 out and wipe it off with a clean lint free cloth paper towel or similar material...

Page 177: ...r formance Synthetic Oil or synthetic oils which have been approved You can also call BMW of North America at 1 800 831 1117 or visit this website www bmwusa com to obtain this informa tion Viscosity...

Page 178: ...mmediately Display of the previously described malfunction on Canadian models When you continue driving an increased brake pedal path can be necessary and significantly longer braking distances might...

Page 179: ...charcoal filter Brake fluid Spark plugs Vehicle check Legally prescribed inspections depend ing on local regulations Your vehicle stores this information contin uously in the master key while the veh...

Page 180: ...Maintenance 178 Care Important information on the care and maintenance of your BMW is contained in the Caring for your vehicle brochure Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 159 02 04 BMW AG...

Page 181: ...itting certain vehicle data or infor mation In addition if you have a Subscrip tion Service Agreement for the BMW Assist system certain vehicle information may be transmitted or recorded in order to p...

Page 182: ...not properly tightened the OBD system can detect the vapor leak and the indicator lamp will light up If the filler cap is subse quently tightened the indicator lamp should go out within a few days On...

Page 183: ...c or hold the bulb by its metal socket You can obtain a selection of replacement bulbs at your BMW center To prevent short circuits before working on any electrical systems or equipment you should alw...

Page 184: ...an unusual number of times In the unlikely event that one of these lamps should fail you can respond by switching on your fog lamps and proceeding carefully in accordance with the reduced visibility w...

Page 185: ...brake lamp 4 Backup lamps 5 Reflector 6 Reflector 7 Roadside parking rear and brake lamp Turn signals Bulb 21 watts PY 21 W Backup lamps Bulb 16 watts W 16 W Other lamps Bulb 21 watts P 21 W Center b...

Page 186: ...vehicle and ensure that they remain outside the immediate area in a safe place such as behind a guardrail If a warning triangle or portable hazard warning lamp is required set it up on the roadside at...

Page 187: ...jacking point when crank ing up refer to section of illustration 3 Jack the vehicle up until the wheel you are changing is raised from the ground Mounting a wheel 1 Unscrew the lug bolts and remove t...

Page 188: ...n page 189 Disposal Have old batteries disposed of by your BMW center or hand them in to a recycling center Maintain the battery in an upright position for transport and storage Always restrain the ba...

Page 189: ...glove compartment 1 Turn the two snap fasteners outwards 2 Fold the cover forwards or remove In luggage compartment 1 Raise the floor mat and the cover beneath it 2 Undo the quick release fastener of...

Page 190: ...tor lamp flashes but you are unable to hear the BMW Assist response center through the hands free system this could indicate for instance that the hands free system is no longer operational However th...

Page 191: ...ully adhere to the following sequence both to prevent damage to one or both vehicles and to guard against pos sible personal injuries Preparing 1 Check whether the battery of the other vehicle has a v...

Page 192: ...ngine Towing and tow starting Always observe all applicable towing laws and regulations Never allow passengers to ride in a towed vehicle for any reason Using tow fitting The threaded tow fitting is s...

Page 193: ...ng Clearance and maneuvering capability will be strictly limited in corners When mounted at an angle the tow bar will exert lateral forces tending to push the vehicle sideways Secure the tow bar on th...

Page 194: ...switch off the haz ard warning flashers 6 Have the vehicle checked Vehicles with SMG Sequential manual transmission 1 Tow start in selector lever position N 2 Select sequential mode The correct gear w...

Page 195: ...Mobility 193 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment...

Page 196: ...Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 159 02 04 BMW AG...

Page 197: ...nformation on any desired topic as quickly as possible This chapter includes the section with technical data the short commands of the voice command system as well as the manual s index Online Edition...

Page 198: ...t at engine speed hp rpm 184 6 000 225 5 900 Maximum torque at engine speed lb ft Nm rpm 175 237 3 500 214 290 3 500 545i Displacement Number of cylinders cu in cmm 268 4 4 398 8 Maximum output at eng...

Page 199: ...Reference 197 At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Dimensions All dimensions in inches mm Minimum turning circle dia 37 5 ft 11 4 m...

Page 200: ...0 2 227 1 010 Approved rear axle load lbs kg 2 601 1 180 2 601 1 180 Approved roof load capacity lbs kg 220 100 220 100 Luggage compartment volume cu ft l 18 4 520 18 4 520 545i Curb weight with manua...

Page 201: ...liters gal liters approx 18 5 70 approx 2 1 8 Fuel quality page 165 Window and headlamp washer system quarts liters approx 3 2 3 For details page 57 Engine with oil filter renewal 525i 530i 545i quart...

Page 202: ...Missed calls 151 Missed calls To display SMS 152 SMS To open BMW Assist 157 BMW Assist Function Command To display current position 111 Current position To open destination entry 112 New destination T...

Page 203: ...station 129 Station name To open Presets 129 FM presets or AM presets To select stored station 129 Station To open Manual 133 FM manual or AM manual To select station manually 133 Frequency 87 107 Poi...

Page 204: ...r To open Service requirements 65 158 Service requirements To open Service 65 158 Service To display Check Control messages 68 Check Control messages To open Display settings 72 Display settings To se...

Page 205: ...amp 82 Air circulation refer to Air recirculation 90 Air distribution automatic 90 manual 91 Airing refer to Ventilation 93 Air recirculation AUC Automatic recircu lated air control 90 recirculated ai...

Page 206: ...th adjustment 37 Backup lamps refer also to Tail lamps 183 replacing the bulbs 183 reverse gear 51 Balance refer to Adjusting the tone 130 Bass refer to Adjusting the tone 130 Bass refer to Adjusting...

Page 207: ...or your vehicle brochure Catalytic converter refer to Hot exhaust system 104 Categories 137 CBC Cornering Brake Control 76 CBS Condition Based Service 177 CD 129 139 CD changer 139 adjusting tone 129...

Page 208: ...3 setting time and date 73 start menu 17 status information 19 symbols 17 Control Display refer to Control Center 16 Controller refer to Control Center 16 Controls refer to Cockpit 10 Convenience oper...

Page 209: ...navigation refer to Address book 116 Disc brakes 105 Displacement refer to Engine data 196 Display refer to Control Center 16 Display off 19 Displays refer to Instrument cluster 12 Display settings 7...

Page 210: ...Engine speed 196 Engine starting refer to Starting engine 49 Enter address for navigation 112 Entering address 112 Entering destination 113 Entering intersection 113 Entering town city for navigation...

Page 211: ...mate control 89 Gross vehicle weight refer to Weights 198 H Halogen lamps 182 Handbrake 50 indicator lamp 13 50 Hands free system 14 148 Hazard warning flashers 14 Head airbags 81 Headlamp control aut...

Page 212: ...erior motion sensor 32 switching off 32 Interior rearview mirror 43 Interlock refer to Steering locked 49 Intermittent mode of the wipers 56 J Jacking points 185 Joystick refer to Control Center 16 Ju...

Page 213: ...rtment lid 31 Manual operation with automatic transmission with Steptronic 54 Manual transmission 51 Map changing scale 122 destination entry 114 facing north 122 Map direction of travel 122 Map facin...

Page 214: ...tion for navigation 115 Onboard information 70 Onboard monitor refer to Control Center 16 Onboard tool kit 181 On destination 115 On location 115 Opening and closing from inside 29 from outside 27 usi...

Page 215: ...Rain sensor 56 Random random sequence generator 142 random directory in audio mode 142 Random play CD changer 142 CD player 142 Reading lamps 88 Rear armrest refer to Rear center armrest 100 Rear lamp...

Page 216: ...tracks 141 Scan CD changer 141 CD player 141 radio 133 scan directory in audio mode 141 Screen refer to Control Center 16 Screen on off 44 Screw thread for tow fitting 190 Seat heater distribution 41...

Page 217: ...shiftlock 52 towing 190 tow starting 191 warning lamp 53 SMS 152 Snow chains 172 Socket for Onboard Diagnosis interface 179 in front passenger footwell 99 in luggage compartment 99 SOS refer to Initi...

Page 218: ...ure 64 setting the units 73 Tempomat refer to Cruise control 57 Terminate services 160 Text language 73 The BMW maintenance system 177 Tightening torque of lug bolts 185 Tilt function passenger side m...

Page 219: ...hicle brochure dimensions 197 loading 106 parking 50 washing refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure weights 198 Vehicle battery refer to Battery 186 Vehicle jack 184 Vehicle position refer to D...

Page 220: ...selection 71 storage 172 Wiper blade replacement 181 Wiper system 56 rain sensor 56 washer fluid 57 windshield washer nozzles 56 With highways for navigation 118 Wordmatch principle for navigation 119...

Page 221: ...cle Consult the index for individual specifications Fuel Engine oil The oil quantity between the middle of the two marks on the dipstick is approx 1 6 US quarts 1 5 liters Tire inflation pressures Des...

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