Starting and stopping the engine (BMW 5 Series E28)

Starting the engine

• Set the parking brake; set the gear shift lever to neutral position (on an automatic transmission in position P or N);
• if possible, switch off all current consumers, especially at low temperatures, and keep the clutch pedal depressed;
• DO NOT PRESS THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL

If the engine does not start on the first attempt, for example, when overcooled or overheated, press the accelerator pedal only halfway.

Please also note: the starter should not be too short, but should not exceed 20 seconds. Release the ignition key immediately after the engine starts.

Repeated engine start - turn the ignition key to position 0 or 1 before restarting to prevent the starter from engaging while the engine is still running.

Try starting again only after a short pause so that the spark plugs do not get thrown.

In severe frost - in order not to overload the battery before starting again, it is recommended to wait a short time (approx. 20 - 30 sec.).

BMW 525tds

When the engine is cold

Keep the ignition key in position 2 until the orange "pre-heating time" indicator lamp goes out.

Turn on the starter until the engine starts. At particularly low temperatures, turn on the starter for no more than 40 seconds.

Pressing the accelerator pedal has no effect on the starting process.

With the engine warmed up

If the orange "preheat time" indicator lamp does not light, start the engine immediately.

Removal air from the diesel fuel system

In case of complete fuel consumption, air from the fuel system, as a rule, should not be removed.



If, however, difficulties arise when starting, the starter should be engaged for approximately 20 seconds.

The optimum idle speed is set automatically.

The engine should not be warmed up at idle speed - it is recommended to start off immediately from a standstill at medium speeds.

Engine stop

Turn the ignition key to position 1 or 0.

Economical driving

Fuel consumption depends primarily on driving style car.

• Do not warm up the engine at idle, but start moving immediately; avoid running the engine at idle for long periods of time.
• Use first gear only for starting off and never accelerate in it with "full throttle".
• Shift gears in a timely manner and drive your car in higher, more economical gears - third, fourth or fifth.
• Avoid prolonged movement at maximum load.
• Avoid excess weight in your vehicle.
• Monitor your tire pressure.

Also keep in mind: economical driving reduces harmful exhaust emissions and vehicle noise.

Never leave your car unattended with the engine running - it poses a major potential hazard.