BMW 545i manual

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[...]

Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 158 159 - © 02/04 BMW AG[...]

525i 530i 545i Owner's Manual for Vehicle Congratulations, and thank you for choosing a BMW. Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide you with enhanced control and security when you drive it. We therefore have this request: Please take the time to read this Owner's Manual and familiarize yourself with the information that we ha[...]

© 2004 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich, Germany Reprinting, including 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, suitable for recycling. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 [...]

Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Contents The fastest way to find specific topics is to use the index on page 203 . Using this Owner's Manual 4 Notes 7 Reporting safety defects At a glance 10 Cockpit 16 Control Center 20 Voice command system Controls 26 Opening and closing 36 Adjustme[...]

Notes 4 Notes Using this Owner's Manual We have made every effort to ensure that you are able to find what you need in this Owner's Manual as quickly as possible. The fastest way to find specific topics is to use the detailed index at the back of the manual. If you wish to gain an initial over- view of your vehicle, you will find this in [...]

5 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility The individual vehicle On purchasing your BMW, you have decided in favor of a model with individual- ized equipment and features. This Owner's Manual describes the entire array of options and equipment available with a specific BMW model. Please bear[...]

Notes 6 For your own safety Maintenance and repair Advanced technology, e. g. the use of modern materials and high-per- formance electronics, requires specially adapted maintenance and repair methods. Therefore, only have corresponding work on your BMW carried out by a BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with corr[...]

7 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Service and warranty We recommend that you read this publica- tion thoroughly. Your BMW is covered by the following war- ranties: > New Vehicle Limited Warranty > Rust Perforation Limited Warranty > Federal Emissions System Defect Warranty > F[...]

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At a glance This overview of buttons, switches and displays is intended 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 various systems. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 158 159 - © 02/04 BM[...]

Cockpit 10 Cockpit All around the steering wheel: controls and displays 1 Rear 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 Control 66 Computer 68 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 158 159 - © 02/04[...]

At a glance 11 Reference Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility 6 Buttons on steering wheel Portable phone: > Press briefly: Accept call or terminate call as well as dialing if an entry has been selected from "A - Z", "Top 8", "Redial ", "Received calls" or "Missed call[...]

Cockpit 12 Instrument cluster 1 Indicator lamps for turn signals 13 2 Speedometer with display of speed for > Cruise control 57 > Active cruise control 58 3 Fixed indicator and warning lamps 13 4 Display for active cruise control 59 5 Tachometer 64 and Energy Control 65 6 Display for > Variable indicator and warning lamps 67 > Speed for[...]

At a glance 13 Reference Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Indicator and warning lamps Technology that monitors itself The indicator and warning lamps identified by the + symbol are subjected to an oper- ation check each time you switch on the ignition or start the engine. They each light up once for different p[...]

Cockpit 14 All around the center console: controls and displays Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 158 159 - © 02/04 BMW AG[...]

At a glance 15 Reference Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility 1 Microphone for portable phone 148 2 Reading lamps 88 3 Initiating emergency call 188 4 Interior lamps 88 5 Glass roof, electrical 33 6 Front passenger's airbag indicator lamp 82 7 Microphone for voice commands 20 8 Control Display 16 Displays for [...]

Control Center 16 Control Center The Control Center groups the functions of a large number of switches. This means that these functions can be operated from a central position. The following section provides an introduction to the principle of the menu guidance. How you control the individual functions is described in the con- text of the relevant [...]

At a glance 17 Reference Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Menu guidance As of ignition key position 1, the following message appears on the Control Display: Confirm the message by pressing the con- troller; the start menu is opened. Start menu Via the start menu, you can open four menus by moving the controller[...]

Control Center 18 Selecting menu items and making adjustments 1 To select individual menu items: turn the controller. The marking moves. Menu items shown in white can be selected 2 To activate menu items selected with the marking: press the controller. In the current field, new menu items are dis- played or a function is executed 3 To change the cu[...]

At a glance 19 Reference Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Status information 1 Manual or automatic air distribution for driver and passenger side 2 Display for Entertainment: Radio or CD, sound output for entertainment off. Display for Telephone: "Car Phone", "Portable" or no network 3 new e[...]

Voice command system 20 Voice command system The concept The voice command system allows you to control operation of various vehicle sys- tems without ever removing your hands from the steering wheel. Individual menu items on the Control Dis- play can be spoken as commands. Opera- tion via the controller is not required. The voice command system tr[...]

At a glance 21 Reference Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility If there are no other voice commands, operate the equipment using the Control Center. Terminating or canceling voice command system Press the button on the steering wheel or in the center console or Voice commands To open the start menu: You can have a l[...]

Voice command system 22 Notes Do not use the voice command sys- tem in emergency situations. In stress situations, voice and pitch can change. < The portable phone can also be oper- ated by voice control, refer to page 153 . < For voice commands, bear the following in mind: > Issue the commands fluently and at normal volume, avoiding exces[...]

At a glance 23 Reference Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 158 159 - © 02/04 BMW AG[...]

Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 158 159 - © 02/04 BMW AG[...]

Controls This chapter is intended to provide 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 Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 158 159 - © 02/04 BMW AG[...]

Opening and closing 26 Opening and closing The key set 1 Master keys with remote control. They specify the functions of the Key Memory. In the process individual func- tions of your vehicle can behave differ- ently depending on the key used, see further below. To differentiate, you can mark the keys with remote controls using the color- coded decal[...]

Controls 27 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility The central locking system can be oper- ated from the outside > via the remote control > via the door lock and from inside via the button for the cen- tral locking system. When actuated from the inside, the fuel filler door is not locked, refer to [...]

Opening and closing 28 You can also use this function to locate your vehicle in parking garages etc. Panic mode * By pressing and holding the button for more than approx. two seconds, you can trigger the alarm system in response to any impending danger. To switch off the alarm: press any of the buttons. Opening luggage compartment lid Briefly press[...]

Controls 29 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Using door lock One turn of the key in the driver's door lock unlocks the driver's door only. Turning the key a second time unlocks all of the remaining doors, the luggage compart- ment lid and the fuel filler door. Convenience operation You al[...]

Opening and closing 30 6. Press the controller. The setting is selected. Depending on which key you have used to open the vehicle, the last adjustment is applied. Unlocking and opening doors > Either unlock the doors together with the button for the central locking sys- tem and then pull the door handle above the armrest or > pull the door ha[...]

Controls 31 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility This locks the luggage compartment lid and disconnects it from the central locking system. If you then only hand over the spare key, refer to page 26 , no access is possible via the luggage compartment lid. This is an advantage in a hotel, for exam- ple.[...]

Opening and closing 32 You can also open the luggage compart- ment lid with the system armed using the button on the remote control, refer to page 28 . When you close the luggage compartment lid, it is secured again. Switching off alarm > Unlock the vehicle using the remote control, refer to page 27 > or turn the ignition key to position 1. I[...]

Controls 33 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Opening and closing windows Ignition key as of position 1: > Press the switch up to the resistance point: The window continues to move down- ward as long as you continue to hold the switch > Briefly press the switch beyond the resistance point: The[...]

Opening and closing 34 vent children from operating the roof and injuring themselves etc. < Raising, opening, closing As of ignition key position 1, press the switch, or slide it in the desired direction up to the resistance point. The headliner insert slides back somewhat when you raise the glass roof. When the glass roof is opened the headline[...]

Controls 35 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Manual operation In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can operate the glass roof manually: 1. Lower the cover downwards, if neces- sary using the screwdriver from the onboard tool kit at the positions indi- cated, refer to page 181 2. Insert th[...]

Adjustments 36 Adjustments Sitting safely The ideal sitting position can make a vital contribution to relaxed, fatigue-free driving. The sitting position of the occupants also plays an important role for passive safety together with the safety belts and airbags in an accident. To ensure that the safety systems operate with optimal efficiency, we st[...]

Controls 37 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility the backrest too far to the rear while the vehicle is being driven, as otherwise there is a danger in the event of an accident of 'sliding under' the safety belt, eliminating the protection normally provided by the belt. < Please observe the[...]

Adjustments 38 Adjusting lumbar support * You can also adjust the contour of the backrest to obtain additional support in the lumbar region. The upper hips and spinal column receive supplementary support to help you main- tain a relaxed, upright sitting position. > Press at the front/rear to strengthen or weaken the curvature > Press the uppe[...]

Controls 39 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Calling manually Do not call up a position from the memory while the vehicle is moving. There is a risk of accident from unexpected movement of the seat or steering wheel. < Convenience mode 1. Open the driver's door after unlocking or turn the i[...]

Adjustments 40 Comfort seat Adjusting side extensions You can fold the side extensions on the head restraint forward for increased lateral support. Front head restraints, active * The comfort seats are equipped with an active head restraint. When necessary, the system will respond to a rear impact by automatically triggering the active head restrai[...]

Controls 41 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility passenger have fastened their safety belts. Depending on the model, a signal * sounds or a message * appears on the Control Dis- play at the same time. The warning is also issued when the driver or front passenger removes his or her safety belt while dri[...]

Adjustments 42 3. Move the controller to the left or right to select "Driver" or "Passenger " 4. Turn the controller. The adjustment is applied; the field can be changed. Active seat ventilation * The system progresses one step through the control sequence each time you press the button. To switch off: Maintain pressure on the b[...]

Controls 43 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Storing the mirror positions, refer to Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory on page 38 . The mirror on the passenger's side features a lens with a more convex surface than the mirror installed on the driver's side. When estimating the distanc[...]

Adjustments 44 Steering wheel heater * Press the button with the ignition key in position 2. The indicator lamp within the button lights up when the steering wheel heater is in operation. Programming button function Depending on your vehicle's equipment, an individual function can be assigned to each of the two programmable function buttons in[...]

Controls 45 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Transporting children safely The right place for children Children always in the rear Accident research shows that the safest place for children in a vehicle is in the rear seat. Older children should be tightly secured with a safety belt, after they hav[...]

Transporting children safely 46 Installing child-restraint systems Before installing any child-restraint system or child seat, read the following: Observe the child-restraint system manufacturer's instructions for instal- lation and use. Otherwise the degree of protection can be reduced. After an accident, have all parts of the child-restraint[...]

Controls 47 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Adjust the tether strap according to the child-restraint manufacturer's instructions. < LATCH child-restraint fixing LATCH: Lower Anchor and Tethers for CHildren. The rear outer sitting positions are pro- vided with anchors for a LATCH child- res[...]

Transporting children safely 48 On journeys If side airbags are fitted in the rear, make sure that children do not lean out of the child's seat towards the door panels. Otherwise severe injuries 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 no[...]

Controls 49 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Driving Ignition lock 0 Steering locked The key can only be inserted or removed in this position. After removing the key, turn the steering wheel slightly until it locks. Interlock on automatic transmission > Only move the selector lever from posi- ti[...]

Driving 50 SMG Sequential manual transmission and automatic transmission Your BMW is equipped with the conve- nience starting feature. Here, it is sufficient to turn the ignition key only briefly to posi- tion 3 'Start engine' and to let go of it right away. The system responds by automati- cally engaging the starter for a certain period [...]

Controls 51 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility ously press the button of the handbrake lever. Strong application of the handbrake can lead to overbraking of the rear axle and associated 'fishtailing' of the vehicle rear end. The brake lamps do not light up when the handbrake is applied. Veh[...]

Driving 52 N is automatically engaged if the driver's door is opened with the engine running and neither pedals, shift paddles nor the selector lever are oper- ated. This is indicated by an acoustic signal and the flashing display N in the instrument cluster. < Gear display R N 1 to 6 The currently engaged gear is displayed, in the Drive mo[...]

Controls 53 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility > Shortly before dropping below a gear- dependent minimum speed, the trans- mission downshifts automatically even without your intervention. Malfunction The warning lamp lights up and a message appears on the Control Display. A malfunction has occurre[...]

Driving 54 P Park Select only when the vehicle is stationary. The rear wheels are blocked. R Reverse Select only when the vehicle is stationary. N Neutral For example, engage in automatic car washes. The vehicle can roll. D Drive, automatic position Position for normal vehicle operation. All forward gears are available. Under normal operating condi[...]

Controls 55 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Activating system Press the SPORT button with the ignition key in position 2. The LED in the button lights up and SPORT is displayed in the instrument cluster. Deactivating system Press the SPORT button again. The LED in the button and SPORT in the instr[...]

Driving 56 4. Select "Triple turn signal activation " and press the controller. Triple turn signal activation is activated. Wiper system 1 Normal wiper speed: touch once. The system automatically reverts to operation in the intermittent mode whenever the vehicle stops. Fast wiper speed: touch twice or press beyond the resistance point. Th[...]

Controls 57 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Deactivate the rain sensor when passing through an automatic car wash. Failure to do so could result in dam- age caused by undesired wiper activa- tion. < Washer fluid Washer fluid antifreeze is flammable. Always keep it well away from sparks and open[...]

Driving 58 3 Interrupting cruise control With the cruise control active, briefly press the lever up or down. In addition, cruise control is interrupted automatically > when braking > when depressing the clutch pedal or engage the selector-lever position N of the automatic transmission/SMG > when DSC comes on. 4 Recalling stored speed Press[...]

Controls 59 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Vehicles with SMG Continuous operation at very high engine speeds is not possible in the Sequential mode. In this case the driver is asked to shift or the system deactivates itself. In the Drive mode the SMG acts similarly to the automatic transmission i[...]

Driving 60 Adjust your desired speed to the traf- fic conditions and remain ready to brake at all times. Great differences in speed to the vehicles driving ahead, e. g. when quickly approaching a truck or when another vehicle swerves into your lane, cannot be compensated for by the sys- tem. < Activate system From approx. 20 mph/30 km/h you can [...]

Controls 61 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility 4 Resume to stored desired speed and distance setting Press button 4 : The displays appear in the instrument clus- ter. The system is reactivated and uses the last stored desired speed and distance set- ting. 4 Fine adjustment of desired speed In the act[...]

Driving 62 weather such as snow, strong rain or fog; or when entering interchanges, service/ parking areas or toll booths. It is also important to regulate your vehicle's speed and distance setting within applicable legal limits. Always be ready to take action or apply the brakes if necessary, especially when the system is actively following a[...]

Controls 63 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility In approaching a curve, it is possible that active cruise control would react briefly to a vehicle in the adjacent lane. In addition, the system can sense if your vehicle is in a curve and may not accelerate. If your vehi- cle decelerates in either case,[...]

Everything under control 64 Everything under control Odometer, outside temperature display, clock When the ignition is off you can briefly acti- vate the time, outside temperature and odometer displays by pressing knob 3 in the instrument cluster. Outside temperature display, clock, date 1 The outside temperature and the time are displayed as of ig[...]

Controls 65 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Energy Control Displays the at the moment fuel consump- tion. This allows you to see whether your current driving style is conducive to fuel economy with minimum exhaust emis- sions. Fuel gauge Fuel tank capacity: approx. 18.5 gallons/ 70 liters, of whic[...]

Everything under control 66 Symbols The service deadline has already passed. The deadline for service or a legally prescribed inspection is approaching. Please fix a service appointment. No service is currently required. You can request more detailed infor- mation on every entry. Select the entry and press the controller. To exit the menu: Select a[...]

Controls 67 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility provide you with the information you need to decide on the best way to respond. Display of a message means that a Check Control message is present. Information and malfunction reports are indicated by an illuminated indicator or warning lamp symbol. At t[...]

Everything under control 68 Calling up stored reports on Control Display Using the CHECK button 1. Press the button longer: The first stored message is displayed 2. Briefly press the button: Another message is displayed each time the button is briefly pressed. Using the Control Center Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16 : 1. Pre[...]

Controls 69 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility A new function appears each time you briefly press the BC button. Displays in instrument cluster The display sequence: > Cruising range > Average speed > Average fuel consumption. Cruising range Displays the estimated cruising range available wi[...]

Everything under control 70 Computer Select "Onboard info" and press the con- troller. > Estimated time of arrival at destination: > Entering a distance manually in the computer, see below > Entering a destination in the naviga- tion system, refer to page 112 > Cruising range > Distance to destination: > Entering a dista[...]

Controls 71 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Display options You can display the computer or the trip computer in the assistance window. Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16 : 1. Move the controller to the right to change to the assistance window and press the controller 2. Selec[...]

Everything under control 72 Activating limit 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 con- troller 3. Select "Limit" and press the controller 4. Select "On" and press the [...]

Controls 73 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Depending on which key you have used to open the vehicle, the last adjustment is applied. Measurement units You can change the measurement units for consumption, distances, temperature and pressure. 1. Open the menu 2. Select "Display settings"[...]

Everything under control 74 5. Turn the controller to set the hours 6. Press the controller to apply the setting. The next adjustment is highlighted 7. Make the remaining adjustments. After the last adjustment, the time is stored. 12h/24h mode The mode can be set. 1. Select "Time format" and press the controller 2. Select the desired mode[...]

Controls 75 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Technology for comfort, convenience and safety PDC Park Distance Control * The concept The PDC assists you when you are parking. Signal tones and a visual display * indicate the current distance to an object behind or in front of your vehicle. To measure[...]

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety 76 PDC with visual warning * You also enjoy the option of having the sys- tem show distances to objects on the Con- trol Display. The Control Display will also indicate the presence of objects in green before they are close enough to generate a signal tone. Control Center, for principle details, refer [...]

Controls 77 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility EBV Electronic brake-force distribution EBV controls the brake system's applica- tion pressure at the rear wheels to ensure stable deceleration. DSC Dynamic Stability Control DSC optimizes vehicle stability during acceleration and when starting from[...]

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety 78 Reactivating DSC Press the DSC button briefly; the indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out. The laws of physics cannot be repealed, even with DSC. An appro- priate driving style always remains the responsibility of the driver. Therefore, do not reduce the additional safety margin again by [...]

Controls 79 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility have dropped below the minimum, possi- bly owing to a leak in the hydraulic system. Do not continue driving. Contact your BMW center. < Flat Tire Monitor The concept The Flat Tire Monitor keeps track of the inflation pressures in the four fitted tires[...]

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety 80 When driving with snow chains or with the compact wheel, do not initial- ize the system. < Indication of a flat tire The warning lamp lights up in red and a message appears on the Control Display. In addition, an acoustic signal sounds. There is a flat tire or extensive inflation pressure loss. 1[...]

Controls 81 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Brake Force Display The two-stage brake lamps light up in two stages depending on how strongly you brake. > Normal braking: The brake lamps and the third brake lamp go on > Heavy braking and braking with ABS: The lighting area of the brake lamps in[...]

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety 82 Do not apply adhesive materials to the cover panels of the airbags, cover them or modify them in any other way. Do not attempt to remove the airbag reten- tion system from the vehicle. Never modify or tamper with either the wiring or the indi- vidual components in the airbag system. This category in[...]

Controls 83 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility The indicator lamp refers exclusively to the front-passenger airbag sys- tem. < > The indicator lamp goes out after a few seconds. The front passenger airbags are active, e.g. when transporting an adult > The indicator lamp lights up continu- ou[...]

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety 84 2. Press the controller to open the menu 3. Select "Display settings" and press the controller 4. Select "HUD selection" and press the controller 5. Select desired information of Head-Up Display 6. Press the controller. The information is shown on the Head-Up Display. Depending o[...]

Controls 85 Reference At a glance Driving tips 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 Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 158 159 - © 02/04 BMW AG[...]

Lamps 86 Lamps Parking lamps/low beams Parking lamps With the switch in this position, the front, rear and side vehicle lighting is switched on. You can use the parking lamps for parking. For lighting on one side for parking as an additional fea- ture, refer to page 87 . Low beams When you switch off the ignition with the headlamps on, the head- la[...]

Controls 87 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility low beams are always switched on in this switch position with the ignition key in posi- tion 2. < The automatic headlamp control can- not serve as a substitute for your per- sonal judgment in determining when the lamps should be switched on in respons[...]

Lamps 88 If the automatic headlamp control is activated, the low beams will come on automatically when you switch on the fog lamps. < Instrument lighting Turn the serrated dial to adjust the illumina- tion intensity. Interior lamps Control of the interior lamps, footwell lamps, door entry lighting and courtesy lamps * is also automatic. Switchin[...]

Controls 89 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility A congenial climate 1 Airflow directed toward the windshield and side windows 2 Air to upper body. The serrated dials allow you to open and close the air supply vent outlets through an infinitely-variable range. The levers change the direction of the air[...]

A congenial climate 90 14 Indicator lamp for independent ventila- tion > Activation time set: The indictor lamp lights up > Independent ventilation on: The indicator lamp flashes 15 Rear window defroster 16 Air grill for interior temperature sensor – please keep clear and unobstructed All other setting options for the automatic climate cont[...]

Controls 91 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility The system then recirculates the air cur- rently within the vehicle. AUC executes this function automatically. Press the button repeatedly to run through the following control sequence: > Indicator lamps off: outside air flows in continuously > Rig[...]

A congenial climate 92 1. Select "Vent settings" and press the controller 2. Select "AUTO" and press the controller. The manual air distribution is switched on 3. Select the desired field by moving the controller and turn the controller to adjust the air distribution. 1 Airflow directed toward the windshield and side windows, dr[...]

Controls 93 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Front ventilation You can use the serrated dials 1 to open and close the vent outlets through an infi- nitely-variable range, while the levers 2 allow you to adjust the airflow direction. Do not drop any foreign bodies into the vent outlets, as otherwise[...]

A congenial climate 94 4. Select "Parked car ventilation " and press the controller. Preselecting activation times Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16 : 1. Open "Climate" 2. Select "Ventilation" and press the con- troller 3. Select "Activation time" and press the controller The two presele[...]

Controls 95 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Practical interior accessories Integrated universal remote control * The concept The integrated universal remote control can replace as many as three hand-held transmitters for various remote-controlled accessories, such as door openers and house alarm s[...]

Practical interior accessories 96 The equipment can be used in ignition key position 2. If the device can not be operated after repeated programming, check whether the original hand-held transmitter uses an alternating-code system. Here, either read the instructions for the original hand-held transmitter or hold down the programmed memory button 1 [...]

Controls 97 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Glove compartment Opening Pull the handle. The light in the glove com- partment switches on. Closing Fold the cover up. To prevent injury in the event of an accident while the vehicle is being driven, close the glove compartment immediately after use. &l[...]

Practical interior accessories 98 Depending on the automatic climate control setting, the temperature within the storage compartment may be higher than in the rest of the interior. Close the vent as required. < Adjusting Slide the center armrest into the desired position. Storage compartments Storage compartment on center console between front s[...]

Controls 99 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Cigarette lighter, front In ignition key position 2, press in the ciga- rette lighter. The lighter can be removed as soon as it jumps back out. Hold or touch the hot cigarette lighter by the knob only. Holding or touching it in other areas could result i[...]

Practical interior accessories 100 Rear center armrest 1 Storage compartment: pull upwards 2 To open cup holder: press and open cover With the center armrest folded over, you improve vision toward the rear. Folding down rear seat * 1. Open the buckle of the center safety belt in the rear and insert the belt tongue at the end of the belt in the moun[...]

Controls 101 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility 2. Press the button again; the cover in the luggage compartment opens. If you press the button firmly the first time, this also opens the cover in the luggage compartment 3. Extend the ski bag between the front seats and fill it. The zipper allows more [...]

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Driving tips This section is designed to provide you with extra support by supplying information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating conditions. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 158 159 - © 02/04 BMW AG[...]

Things to remember when driving 104 Things to remember when driving Break-in procedures To ensure that your vehicle continues to provide optimized economy of operation throughout an extended service life, we request that you devote careful attention to the following section. Engine and differential Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km: You should attempt to [...]

Driving tips 105 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility between the tires and the road surface, ulti- mately undermining your ability to steer and brake the vehicle. < The risk of hydroplaning increases as the tread depth of the tires decreases, refer also to Tire tread on page 169 . Driving through water[...]

Things to remember when driving 106 ence one another. In addition, it is not ensured that the radiation which results from transmission is dissipated from the vehicle interior. < Cargo loading To avoid loading the tires beyond their approved carrying capacity, never overload the vehicle. Overloading can lead to overheating and increases the rate[...]

Driving tips 107 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Securing cargo > Use the luggage net * or securing straps to hold down small and lightweight lug- gage and cargo > Heavy-duty cargo straps * for securing larger and heavier objects are available at your BMW center. Four lashing eyes mounted in the[...]

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Navigation 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 BMW AG[...]

Starting navigation system 110 Starting navigation system Your navigation system can use satellites to ascertain the precise position of your vehicle and guide you reliably to any desti- nation you enter. Navigation DVD Special navigation DVDs are required; these are available from your BMW center. Inserting navigation DVD 1. Insert the navigation [...]

Navigation Driving tips 111 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Entertainment Mobility Display in assistance window You can display the route or the current position in the assistance window. This dis- play remains visible even if you switch to another application. 1. Move the controller to the right to enter the assistance window 2. Pres[...]

Entering destination 112 Entering destination In entering your destination you can select from among the following options: > Entering a destination manually, see below > Selecting destination via information, refer to page 115 > Selecting from among recent destina- tions, refer to Destination list , page 115 > Selecting destination fro[...]

Navigation Driving tips 113 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Entertainment Mobility Entering town/city of destination or zip code 1. Select "Town / City" or the displayed town/city and press the controller 2. To enter the town/city of destination: Select the first starting letters and press the controller. A list of all towns[...]

Entering destination 114 the controller. The destination is saved in the destination list, refer to page 115 . Map-guided destination selection If you only know the location of the town/ city or street, the system offers you a map. You can use the cursor to limit the destina- tion in the map and then apply it into the destination guidance. Control [...]

Navigation Driving tips 115 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Entertainment Mobility Selecting destination via information You can obtain a display of selected desti- nations for towns/cities and apply them into the destination guidance, e. g. hotels, sights or hospitals. Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16 : 1. Sele[...]

Entering destination 116 > To display information on the desti- nation: Select "Information on destination " > To change the entry: Select "Edit", for instructions on operation, refer to Entering town/city of destination or zip code, page 113 > To delete the entry: Select "Delete entry" > To delete all entr[...]

Navigation Driving tips 117 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Entertainment Mobility 3. Select "Apply location as address " and press the controller. The given name can be changed. For operation, refer to Entering a destina- tion manually, page 112 4. Select "Store in address book " and press the controller. You can [...]

Entering destination 118 Deleting all destinations from address book Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16 : 1. Open the start menu 2. Press the controller to open the menu 3. Select "Vehicle settings" and press the controller 4. Select "Delete data" and press the con- troller 5. Select "Delete address boo[...]

Navigation Driving tips 119 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Entertainment Mobility You can change the choice of route when- ever the destination guidance is active. Wordmatch principle The system supports the wordmatch prin- ciple to make it easier for you to enter the names of streets or towns. The system runs ongoing checks, compari[...]

Destination guidance 120 Destination guidance Starting destination guidance Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16 : 1. Select "Navigation" and press the con- troller 2. Select the destination from the destina- tion list and press the controller or enter a new destination, refer to page 112 3. Select "Start guidance&[...]

Navigation Driving tips 121 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Entertainment Mobility 2. Select "Start guidance" and press the controller. The destination guidance is switched off. When you park the vehicle before reaching the entered destination, upon restarting you will see the question "Continue guid- ance to dest.?&quo[...]

Destination guidance 122 Displaying route map You can have your current position dis- played on a map. After starting the destina- tion guidance, the planned route is shown on the map. 1. Select "Navigation" and press the con- troller 2. Select "Map, facing north" or "Map, direction of travel" 3. Press the controller. [...]

Navigation Driving tips 123 Reference 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 Part No. 01 41 0 158 159 - © 02/04 BMW AG[...]

What to do if … 124 What to do if … What to do if … > you request the current position of your vehicle, but do not receive a precise display? The system is unable to receive enough GPS signals at your current position owing to obstructions, your current position is not yet available on your nav- igation DVD, or the system is in the pro- ce[...]

Navigation Driving tips 125 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Entertainment Mobility Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 158 159 - © 02/04 BMW AG[...]

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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[...]

On/off and tone 128 On/off and tone The following equipment has shared con- trols and setting options: > Radio Business > CD player > CD changer * . Controls The audio sources can be operated using: > Buttons on CD player > Control Center > Buttons on the steering wheel, refer to page 11 . Buttons on CD player The layout of the bu[...]

Navigation Entertainment Driving tips 129 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Mobility 2. Move the controller backwards to open "Entertainment". You have the following choices: > "FM" or "AM": radio reception > "WB": calling up Weather Band station > "SAT": selecting satellite rad[...]

On/off and tone 130 4. Select "Audio" and press the controller. The tone settings can also be selected if you have opened "Entertainment ": Select "Set" and then "Tone" and press the controller each time. Treble and bass 1. Select "Treble / Bass" and press the controller 2. Move the controller to th[...]

Navigation Entertainment Driving tips 131 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Mobility To switch off the spatial sound effect: Select "Off" and press the controller. LOGIC7 and the LOGIC7 logo are regis- tered trade marks of Lexicon, Inc., a com- pany of the Harman International Group. Equalizer * You can set individual sound fr[...]

Radio 132 Radio Your radio provides reception the FM and AM wavebands. Listening to the radio Press the button if the sound output is switched off. Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16 : 1. Press button. The start menu is opened 2. Move the controller backwards to open "Entertainment" 3. Select "FM" or "A[...]

Navigation Entertainment Driving tips 133 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Mobility To change between these different selec- tion criteria of stations: 1. Move the controller forwards to change the field 2. Select a selection criterion 3. Press the controller. Buttons on CD player Briefly press the button for the correspond- ing direct[...]

Radio 134 To stop the scan at the desired frequency or station: Press the button. Updating stations with best reception If you are on a longer journey and leave the transmission range of the stations originally set, you can update the list of stations with the best reception. Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16 : 1. Select "[...]

Navigation Entertainment Driving tips 135 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Mobility The channels of the last selection criterion are displayed once again after a short time. Depending on which key you have used to open the vehicle, other stored stations are displayed. Changing a memory location Control Center, for principle details, re[...]

Radio 136 You may experience signal drops and muting events related to this new technology. < Enabling or disabling channels Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16 : 1. Press button. The start menu is opened 2. Move the controller backwards to open "Entertainment" 3. Select "SAT" 4. Press the controller. The [...]

Navigation Entertainment Driving tips 137 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Mobility Selecting and storing channel 1. Select "SAT" and press the controller. Channels are shown on the Control Dis- play sorted on the basis of various selection criteria 2. Select a menu item: > "Presets": Up to twelve channels you ha[...]

Radio 138 Storing channel 1. Select desired channel 2. Press the controller. Other menu items are displayed 3. Select "Store" and press the controller. "Presets" is displayed 4. Turn the controller to select a memory location and press the controller. The channel is stored. The channels of the last selection criterion are displa[...]

Navigation Entertainment Driving tips 139 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Mobility CD player and CD changer Listening to CDs Starting CD player For equipment with two drives: The upper drive is intended for audio CDs. Insert the CD with the labeled side facing upwards. Playback starts automatically if the sound output is on. Currently[...]

CD player and CD changer 140 3. Move the controller backwards to open "Entertainment" 4. Select "CD" and press the controller 5. Select the desired CD and press the controller. At the end of the last track, the next CD will be selected. If new CDs have been placed in the CD magazine, playback starts with the lowest CD, e. g. CD [...]

Navigation Entertainment Driving tips 141 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Mobility To exit the menu: Select and press the controller. Repeating a track Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16 : 1. Select "Set" and press the controller. Other menu items are displayed 2. Select "Repeat" and press the [...]

CD player and CD changer 142 To stop the scan: 1. Press the controller once again 2. Select "scan directory" and press the controller. This cancels the scan, and the selected track remains. Random play sequence In this mode, the music tracks on the cur- rent CD are played once in a random sequence. Control Center, for principle details, r[...]

Navigation Entertainment Driving tips 143 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Mobility Inserting CD magazine Push in the CD magazine as far as possible in the direction of the arrow. The CD changer automatically reads in the loaded CDs and is then ready for operation. Notes For correct playback of MP3 content, the MP3 data should have bee[...]

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Communications 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 - © 02/04 BMW AG[...]

Telephoning 146 Telephoning Safety notice For your own safety A car phone makes life more convenient in many ways, and can even save lives in an emergency. While you should consult your portable phone's separate Owner's Manual for a detailed description of safety precau- tions and information, we request that you direct your particular at[...]

147 Entertainment Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Mobility Batteries Never attempt to dismantle your BMW portable phone or its battery. Use only approved battery types – the wrong battery can destroy your portable phone. To avoid possible short circuits, after removing a battery you should never allow it to c[...]

Telephoning 148 Hands-free system The hands-free microphone is located on the headliner. The hands-free system is activated when- ever you establish or receive a call using: > The button on the steering wheel > The Control Center > Voice control. Adjusting volume Turn the button during a call to select the desired volume. This volume for t[...]

149 Entertainment Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Mobility To delete an incorrect digit: Move the controller to the right to select and press the controller 3. Select "Confirm unlock code " and press the controller. Receiving calls If you have the phone number of the caller stored in the phone book an[...]

Telephoning 150 2. Press the controller. Other menu items are displayed 3. Select "End call" and press the control- ler. Phone book After placing the portable phones in the cradle, the phone book is transferred from the portable phone into the vehicle. This also applies to portable phones with a SIM card; the phone book of the SIM card wi[...]

151 Entertainment Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Mobility Four lists are available: > "Top 8". The eight numbers called most fre- quently via the list "A - Z" are automati- cally stored in the Top 8 list. The num- ber called most often appears at the top of the list > "Redial&quo[...]

Telephoning 152 Touch tone dialing Touch tone numbers are required for access network services or to control devices, e. g. remote access to an answer- ing machine. This function can only be used during a call. 1. Establish a connection 2. Press the controller. Other menu items are displayed 3. Select "Keypad" and press the control- ler 4[...]

153 Entertainment Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Mobility Deleting text messages/SMS 1. Select the desired text message and press the controller. The text message is displayed 2. Select "Options" and press the control- ler 3. Select "Delete" and press the control- ler. The text message of t[...]

Telephoning 154 Adjusting volume You can adjust the volume for the instruc- tions from the system: Turn the button during an instruction to select the desired volume. This volume for the instructions is main- tained, even if the other audio sources are set to minimum volume. Depending on which key you have used to open the vehicle, the last adjustm[...]

155 Entertainment Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Mobility Storing an entry An entry always consists of a name and phone number. Selecting an entry The connection to the phone number of the selected entry is established. Reading out and selecting entries You can have all the entries of your voice phone book rea[...]

Telephoning 156 Notes The voice commands were available in English on going to print. Other lan- guages are currently not available. To operate the portable phone via the voice command system, refer to page 20 . < Important for voice commands For voice commands, bear the following in mind: > Issue the commands fluently and at normal volume, a[...]

157 Entertainment Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Mobility TeleService , BMW Assist TeleService TeleService supports you when communi- cating with a BMW center. The installed car phone can be used to transmit data on the service status of your vehicle or on legally mandated inspections directly to your BMW cent[...]

TeleService, BMW Assist 158 5. Select "Service Status" and press the controller 6. Select "Enable services" and press the controller. TeleService and, if applicable, BMW Assist are enabled; data exchange with the service center starts. Enabling takes a few minutes. The status is displayed on the Control Display. If you open anot[...]

159 Entertainment Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Mobility Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16 : 1. Open the start menu 2. Press the controller to open the menu 3. Select "Service" and press the control- ler 4. Select "BMW Service" and press the controller 5. Select "[...]

TeleService, BMW Assist 160 Adapting TeleService or BMW Assist Displaying and updating services If the offering from TeleService or BMW Assist changes, you will be informed of this. In this case you should update the ser- vices. Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16 : 1. Open the start menu 2. Press the controller to open the menu[...]

161 Entertainment Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Mobility Displaying vehicle data When TeleService or BMW Assist is acti- vated, the colored designation, the license plate and the vehicle identification number of your vehicle can be displayed. Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16 : 1. Open t[...]

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Mobility This section helps you maintain 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 for Part No. 01 41 0 158 159 - © 02/04 BMW AG[...]

Refueling 164 Refueling Always switch off the engine before refueling. If you do not, fuel cannot be filled into the tank and a message on the Control Display will appear. < Always observe all applicable precau- tions and regulations when handling fuels. Never carry spare fuel containers in your vehicle. Whether empty or full, these containers c[...]

Mobility 165 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Warning lamp * lights up. The fuel filler cap is not properly closed or is missing. Check whether the fuel filler cap is properly closed. Refuel as soon as possible once your cruising range falls below 30 miles/ 50 km, as otherwise engine functions are [...]

Wheels and tires 166 Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressure Information for your safety It is not merely the tire's service life, but also driving comfort and – to a great extent – driving safety that depend on the condi- tion of the tires and the maintenance of the specified tire pressure. Check and if necessary adjust tire inflation pr[...]

Mobility 167 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment 525i/530i 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 17 94 W 245/40 R 18 93 W 225/55 R 16 95 Q,T,H M+S [...]

Wheels and tires 168 545i Tire identification marks Knowledge of the labeling on the side of the tire makes it easier to identify and choose the right tires. Tire size Speed letter Q= up to 100 mph/160 km/h T = up to 118 mph/190 km/h H = up to 131 mph/210 km/h V = up to 150 mph/240 km/h W = up to 167 mph/270 km/h Y = up to 186 mph/300 km/h Tire Ide[...]

Mobility 169 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where appli- cable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A DOT Quality Grades Treadwear Traction AA A B C Temper[...]

Wheels and tires 170 even when only small amounts of water are present on the road surface. As winter tires display a noticeable loss in their ability to cope with cold-weather driv- ing conditions once the tread wears to below 0.16 in/4 mm, to ensure continued safety you should always have such tires replaced. Wear indicators at the tread-groove b[...]

Mobility 171 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment and altered natural steering characteristics. If unusual vibrations occur while the vehicle is being driven, this can indicate final failure of the damaged tire. Reduce speed and stop as soon as possible. Do not continue driving. Contact your BMW center[...]

Wheels and tires 172 Observing speed ratings Never exceed the maximum speed for which the winter tires are rated. Unprofessional attempts by laymen to ser- vice tires can lead to damage and acci- dents. Have this work performed by skilled professionals only. The technicians at your BMW center will be glad to assist you with the required professiona[...]

Mobility 173 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Under the hood Never attempt to perform any service or repair operations on your vehicle without the required, professional technical training. If you are unfamiliar with the ser- vice procedures and precautions, always have any required work on your ve[...]

Under the hood 174 Engine compartment 1 Filler neck for engine oil, refer to Topping up engine oil 2 Brake fluid reservoir, located beneath the microfilter cover 3 Starting-aid terminal, refer to page 189 4 Dipstick for engine oil, refer to Check- ing oil level. The dipstick is further toward the rear on the 545i 5 Washer fluid reservoir of the hea[...]

Mobility 175 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Topping up engine oil Do not top up the oil until the oil level has dropped to just above the lower marking on the dipstick. In this area a message also appears on the Control Display. Continuous exposure to used oil has caused cancer in laboratory test[...]

Under the hood 176 3. The coolant level is correct when the coolant extends to between the MIN and MAX marks, refer to the diagram adjacent to the filler neck 4. If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to the specified level – do not overfill 5. Close the cap tightly 6. Have the reason for the coolant loss eliminated as soon as possible. Bra[...]

Mobility 177 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Maintenance The BMW maintenance system The BMW maintenance system supports the preservation of the traffic and operating safety of your BMW. The service schedule also includes operations related to the vehicle's comfort and convenience fea- tures, [...]

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[...]

Mobility 179 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Rules and regulations California laws Proposition 65 Warning California laws require us to issue the fol- lowing warning: Engine exhaust and a wide variety of automobile components and parts, including components found in the interior furnishings in a v[...]

Rules and regulations 180 When the fuel filler cap is 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 . < Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 158 159 - © 02/04 BMW AG[...]

Mobility 181 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Replacing components Onboard tool kit The onboard tool kit is located in the lug- gage compartment lid. Loosen the wingnut to open. Windshield wiper blades To replace, fold the wiper arm up and hold. Press the catches together while pushing the wiper bl[...]

Replacing components 182 Low beams H7 bulb, 55 watts 1. Turn the bulb holder to the left and remove 2. Remove and replace the bulb. High beams H7 bulb, 55 watts 1. Turn the bulb holder to the left and remove 2. Remove and replace the bulb. Parking and roadside parking lamps Bulb 5 watts, W 5 W 1. Turn the cover cap for low beams or high beams to th[...]

Mobility 183 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Side-mounted turn signals Bulb 5 watts, W 5 W 1. Press against the front edge of the lamp with the tip of your finger, then push it to the rear and release the detent at the front 2. Turn the lamp 90 3 and remove 3. Turn the bulb holder to the left and [...]

Replacing components 184 Lamps in luggage compartment lid License plate lamp Bulb 5 watts, C 5 W 1. Insert a screwdriver in the slot and press to the right, refer to arrows; thus unlocks the lamp 2. Remove the lamp and replace the bulb. Backup lamps Please contact a BMW center in case of a malfunction. Light-emitting diodes LEDs Light-emitting diod[...]

Mobility 185 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Compact wheel * 1. Unscrew the wing nut 1 2. Remove the disk 2 to the side 3. Take out the tool brackets 3 4. Remove the compact wheel. Preparing wheel change 1. Observe the safety precautions above 2. To secure the vehicle against move- ment: Place the[...]

Replacing components 186 contamination. Dirt in valve stems is a frequent source of gradual air loss. < 4. Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor, refer to page 79 5. Replace the damaged tire with a new one as soon as possible and have the new wheel balanced. Driving with compact wheel Drive reservedly and do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h. Th[...]

Mobility 187 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment In 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 the right side panel and pull out the panel. [...]

Giving and receiving assistance 188 Giving and receiving assistance Initiating an emergency call * Conditions for an emergency call: > Ignition key as of position 1 > The car phone is logged on to a cellular telephone network > The emergency call system is operable. To initiate an emergency call: 1. To open the protective cover of the emer[...]

Mobility 189 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment The first-aid kit is located in the luggage compartment lid. Loosen the wingnut to open. Roadside Assistance * The Roadside Assistance of the BMW Group offers you assistance in the event of a breakdown around the clock, also at weekends and on public ho[...]

Giving and receiving assistance 190 Your BMW has a special nut as body ground or negative pole. 4. Attach one end of the jumper cable minus/– to the negative terminal of the battery or to an engine or body ground of the vehicle providing assistance 5. Attach the second end of the cable to the negative terminal of the battery or to the engine or b[...]

Mobility 191 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Switch on the hazard warning flashers depending on the local regulations. If the electrical system fails, mark the vehicle to be towed, e.g. with a sign or warning trian- gle in the rear window. Vehicles with manual transmission Gearshift lever in idle [...]

Giving and receiving assistance 192 5. Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow bar or rope and 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 will be selected and engaged automatically. O[...]

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Reference This is where to look to find information 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 for Part No. 01 41 0 158 159 - © 02/04 BMW AG[...]

Technical data 196 Technical data Engine data 525i 530i Displacement Number of cylinders cu in/cm m 152.2/2,494 6 181.8/2,979 6 Maximum output 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/cm m 268.4/4,398 8 Maximum output at engine spee[...]

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. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 158 159 - © 02/04 BMW AG[...]

Technical data 198 Weights Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight. 525i 530i Curb weight with manual transmission with automatic transmission/SMG lbs./kg 3,428/1,555 3,450/1,565 3,472/1,575 3,494/1,585 Approved gross weight with manual transmission with automatic transmission/SMG lbs./kg 4,530/2,055 4,552/2,065 4,57[...]

Reference 199 At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility 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 57 Engine with oil filter renewal 525i/530i 545i quarts/liters [...]

Short commands of voice command system 200 Short commands of voice command system With short commands you can carry out certain functions directly, regardless of which menu item is selected. The main short commands of the voice command system are listed in the following. Communication Navigation * Function Command To open phone 148 { Phone } To dia[...]

Reference 201 At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Onboard information Entertainment Climate Function Command To display computer 70 { Onboard info } To display trip computer 70 { Trip computer } To open speed limit 71 { Limit } To open stopwatch 72 { Stopwatch } Function Command To open tone settings 1[...]

Short commands of voice command system 202 menu Function Command To open "Door locks" 27 , 29 { Door locks } To open "Steering wheel buttons " 44 { Steering wheel buttons } To open "Lighting" 55 { Light settings } To open "Communication interface " 157 { Communication interface } To open "BMW Service set[...]

203 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Everything from A to Z Index "..." Indicates texts on the Control Display for the selection of functions, pointing out where these are located. A ABS Antilock Brake System 76 – indicator lamp 13 , 78 – malfunction lamp 78 Acceleration assi[...]

Everything from A to Z 204 Audio 128 – adjusting the tone 129 – controls 128 – switching on/off 128 – volume 129 Automatic – air distribution 90 – air volume 90 – curb monitor 39 – headlamp control 86 – service notification 158 – station search 133 – steering wheel adjustment 43 – storing stations 134 Automatic car washes 10[...]

Reference 205 At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility C California laws – Event Data Recorders 179 – Proposition 65 Warning 179 "Call" 150 Call – accepting 149 – displaying accepted 150 – ending 149 – in absence 150 – starting 149 Calling – from phone book 150 – from the Top 8 l[...]

Everything from A to Z 206 Closing – from inside 29 – from outside 27 Cockpit 10 Comfort area, refer to All about the center console 14 Comfort seat 37 "Communication" 148 "Communication interface" 157 Compact Disc – refer to CD changer 139 – refer to CD player 139 Compact wheel – inflation pressure 167 – wheel chang[...]

Reference 207 At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Defrosting windows 90 Defrosting windows and removing condensation 90 Defrosting windshield, refer to Defrosting windows 90 Defrost position, refer to Defrosting windows 90 "Delete address book" for navigation 118 "Delete address" fo[...]

Everything from A to Z 208 E EBV Electronic brake-force distribution 77 "Edit address" for navigation 117 Eject button, refer to Buttons on CD player 128 Electrical malfunction – automatic transmission with Steptronic 54 – door lock 29 – driver's door 29 – fuel filler door 164 – glass roof, electrical 35 – luggage compart[...]

Reference 209 At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Forward, fast – CD changer 142 – CD player 142 For your own safety 6 Front airbags 81 Front armrest, refer to Center armrest 97 Front seat adjustment 36 "FTM" 79 Fuel 165 – capacity 164 – display 65 – high-quality brands 165 – qual[...]

Everything from A to Z 210 Indicator/warning lamps – ABS Antilock Brake System 13 , 78 – active steering 13 , 80 – airbags 13 , 82 – brake system 13 , 78 – DSC Dynamic Stability Control 13 , 77 – DTC Dynamic Traction Control 13 , 77 – Flat Tire Monitor 80 – front fog lamps 11 – overview 13 – safety belt warning 13 , 40 Individua[...]

Reference 211 At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Luggage compartment – capacity 198 – opening/closing, refer to Luggage compartment lid 30 – opening from inside 30 – opening from outside 30 – opening separately 31 – opening with remote control 28 – socket 99 – volume 198 Luggage compar[...]

Everything from A to Z 212 Navigation system 110 – address book 116 – bypassing route sections 122 – calling up 110 – destination guidance in assistance window 111 – destination list 115 – displaying current position 111 – entering a destination manually 112 – entering destination 112 – looking for interesting destination 115 – [...]

Reference 213 At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Pollen, refer to Microfilter/ Activated charcoal filter 93 Portable phone – accepted calls 150 – adjusting volume 148 – battery 147 – calling 149 – call termination 149 – codes 148 – entering unlock code 148 – hands-free system 148 – i[...]

Everything from A to Z 214 Residual heat 91 Restraint systems, refer to Safety belts 40 Reverse, fast – CD changer 142 – CD player 142 Reverse gear – automatic transmission with Steptronic 54 – manual transmission 51 – SMG Sequential manual transmission 52 Road map 122 "Roadside Assistance" 159 Roadside Assistance 158 , 189 Road[...]

Reference 215 At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility "Service notification" 158 "Service Request" 159 Service requirement display 65 – also refer to CBS Condition Based Service 177 "Service requirements" 65, 158 "Service Status" 158 "Set date" 74 "S[...]

Everything from A to Z 216 "Stop" for stopwatch 72 "Stopwatch" 72 Stopwatch 72 Storage compartments 98 "Store in address book" for navigation 116 "Store" on the radio 134, 138 Storing current position 116 Storing sitting position, refer to Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory 38 Storing tires 172 Straps, re[...]

Reference 217 At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Traction control, refer to DSC Dynamic Stability Control 77 Traffic congestion, refer to Bypassing route sections 122 Transmission – automatic transmission with Steptronic 53 – manual transmission 51 – SMG Sequential manual transmission 51 Transpo[...]

Everything from A to Z 218 Windshield washer system, windshield washer nozzles 56 Windshield wipers – refer to Wiper/washer system 56 – wiper blade replacement 181 Winter tires 171 – speed limit selection 71 – storage 172 Wiper blade replacement 181 Wiper system 56 – rain sensor 56 – washer fluid 57 – windshield washer nozzles 56 &quo[...]

Refueling To ensure that you always have all the essential data at hand when refueling, we recommend that you fill in the following tables with the specifications and informa- tion that apply to your vehicle. Consult the index for individual specifications. Fuel Engine oil The oil quantity between the middle of the two marks on the dipstick is appr[...]

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