Introduction to the instruction manual BMW car manufacturers are constantly improving vehicle design, equipment and accessories, so differences between the text of this manual cannot be ruled out...
Fuel for your car Vehicles with a catalytic converter BMW 520i, 525i EuroSuper unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of at least 95. BMW 535i Unleaded gasoline with an octane...
Refueling a car Open the fuel filler neck: turn the plug counterclockwise and remove it. Closing the tank: put the plug back in place and turn clockwise until it stops...
The main controls in the cabin 1 - Light switch 2 - Lever switch for direction indicators, parking light, low beam and high beam signaling 3 — The switch of light of antifog headlights 4 —...
Car keys A - main keys Illuminated door lock key (switching on is done by pressing the BMW symbol). Second main key. A day's spare key in a safe place, such as a...
Central locking Closing with a key Locking the doors or trunk with the key, or lowering the driver's door interior lock button, locks all doors, the trunk, and the fuel door....
Car trunk Can only be opened or closed with the central locking key (with anti-theft system off). To ensure the safety of the trunk, the key is pulled out with the lock...
Remote control The infrared signal receiver is located in the area of the rear-view mirror in the cabin. The operating range of the control panel is about 5 meters, while...
Seats Fore and aft seat adjustment pull the lever (1) and set the seat to the desired position. After releasing the lever, make sure the seat is securely locked....
AIRBAG security system The AIRBAG safety system includes an airbag in the steering wheel that is inflated with a gas in a collision, a gas generator, a right and left collision...
Rear view mirrors Electric outside mirror A switch is used to adjust the mirror. Electrical heating* Heating is switched on and regulated automatically at the key position (2)....
Ignition switch / steering wheel lock "0" - The steering wheel is locked. The key can only be inserted and removed in this position. Many electrical appliances are turned off, but some, such as...
Light switch 1st position: parking light 2nd position: low beam If the ignition is switched off when the dipped beam is on, the parking light remains on. Vehicles without...
Instrument cluster 1 - Fuel level indicator with a control lamp for the consumption of the remainder 2 - Speedometer 3 - Indicator lamps for direction indicators, high beam...
Right stalk switch (wiper and washer control) 1 - Switching on the periodic glass cleaning mode 2 - Normal wiper speed 3 - Increased wiper speed 4 - Single wash 5 - Automatic washer mode 6 - Automatic mode...
Sound signal To turn on the signal, press one of the keys.
Odometer The counter registers the total mileage of the car since the release. Trip counter The maximum mileage that this meter can record is 999.9 km. Resetting the...
Tachometer Do not allow the engine speed to increase until the tachometer needle goes into the red sector. In this range, the fuel supply is interrupted to protect the...
Econometer Ecometer shows fuel consumption in liters/100 km (starting at about 20 km/h vehicle speed). With this device you can control how economical and environmentally...
Fuel level indicator The control lamp lights up when about 8 liters of fuel remain in the tank. To check the operation of the device, its control lamp lights up for a while when...
Coolant temperature gauge Blue sector: the engine is cold, drive at moderate speeds and speeds. Red sector: message of the self-diagnosis system "Kuhlwassertemp" ("Coolant...
Upcoming maintenance indicator Green Signals: The fewer green segments that remain illuminated, the closer the service interval is. Yellow signal in combination with OILSERVICE or...
Control and signal lamps Right and left direction indicators The lamp flashes when the turn signal is turned on. high beam Lights up when the high beam headlights are turned on and...
Automatic diagnostic system This system provides information on the occurrence of faults in the form of text on the display, as well as instructions and warnings for the driver, some of...
Fog lights When the fog lamps are turned on, a green indicator lamp lights up on the instrument panel. Rear fog lights When the rear fog lamps are switched on, an amber...
Rear window heating Press a key; as long as the control lamp is on, the heating operates at increased power (rapid defrosting). Vehicles with automatic air conditioning: after the...
Emergency alarm system When the alarm is on, the red button with a triangular symbol flashes periodically. When the lighting is on, the alarm button is illuminated.
Manual Transmission Neutral Gear Lever (in the diagram it is shown by a dot) is on the 3rd and 4th gear engagement line, when shifting from any gear to "neutral" the lever under...
Automatic transmission (AT) Possible positions of the automatic transmission control lever (1): BMW 520i, 525i: P R N D 4 3 2 BMW 535i, 524td: P R N D 3 2 1 AT with electronic control*...
Automatic transmission with electronic control With these lever positions, the transmission will not upshift even at higher engine speeds. Mode «Kick-Down» For fast acceleration, the accelerator pedal can...
Heating and ventilation 1 - Lever-regulator for air supply to the upper part of the cabin 2 - Lever-regulator for supplying outside air 3 - Lever-regulator for air supply to the lower...
Heating, ventilation and air conditioning 1 - Lever-regulator for air supply to the upper part of the cabin 2 - Lever-regulator for air supply to the middle part of the cabin 3 - Lever-regulator for...
Automatic air conditioner 1 - Temperature controller (left-hand side) 2 - Switch-regulator of air supply intensity 3 - Temperature controller (Right side) 4 - Keys for automatic air...
Electronic Damper Control (EDC) The system automatically provides the necessary level of damping of the chassis, contributing to greater vehicle comfort and traffic safety. K - comfortable...
Automatic stabilization system (ASC) This system prevents the drive wheels from slipping even under adverse conditions (ice) and thus, within the framework of physical capabilities, ensures the...
Interior lighting "1"- Lamps in the cabin light up automatically when the door is opened (the switch button is located in the doorway), when the ignition is switched off, they...
Clock with pointer indication The following buttons are used to set the clock: Button "+" - clockwise movement Button "-" - movement counterclockwise. A short press on the button causes the...
Cigarette lighter Click on the button. When the coil heats up, the cigarette lighter will move out of the socket and can be used for its intended purpose. Caution: Handle a hot...
Glove box Pull the handle to open the drawer. If the ignition key is in the position "1", the drawer light will turn on. To close the drawer, simply close the lid....
Portable lamp This lamp is powered by a self-contained battery that can be charged from a car battery. The recharging socket is located on the left in the glove box. Thanks...
Storage compartments for small items They are located on the instrument panel, in the front doors, on the center console and in the backs of the front seats.*
Electric windows Power windows operate in position "2" ignition key To turn on the power window, press the appropriate button. Touch mode: The glass of the driver's door can...
Electric lifting and sliding sunroof Sunroof control is possible in the position "2" ignition key. Lift: press the switch. Opening: Slide the switch back. Closing: Slide the switch forward. Touch...
Roof hatch with mechanical drive Opening: Swing out the handle and turn it counterclockwise to the point of resistance. Closing: Turn the handle clockwise, the point of resistance must be...
Electric heated seats The seat cushion and backrest heating can be switched on when the ignition key is in position 2. Rapid warm-up is carried out until the light in the switch is...
Headlight range adjustment Your vehicle has the ability to adjust the headlight range according to the load. 0=1-2 people, the trunk is empty. 1=5 people, trunk empty. 2=1 person, trunk...
Outdoor temperature display and digital clock In addition to the time, the display can show the date and the outside temperature. When you press a button "Memo" the time value rounded to the nearest hour...
Autonomous heating and ventilation system Autonomous heating/ventilation system can be turned on when the air temperature is below +16°C with the ignition key pulled out (and also at key positions "0"...
Automatic speed control device (cruise control) This device allows you to memorize and automatically maintain the desired speed over 40 km / h. "1" - "Beschl" The position of the lever for moving at a given...
Acoustic burglar alarm In case of unauthorized opening of one of the doors, hood or trunk, the siren turns on for 30 seconds and the ignition is blocked. At the same time, the hazard...
On-board computer 1 - Buttons for entering numerical values 2 - Button for switching units of measurement 3 - Display 4 - Automatic display brightness control (phototransistor)...
Further instructions for using the on-board computer (All changes to any information program are possible only after pressing the corresponding function button). Time and date are called alternately when the...
A case for transporting skis In the case, you can transport 3-4 pairs of skis without fear for their safety and cleanliness of the cabin. The length of the cover is 1.2 meters. Given the...
Running in Extending the service life and efficiency of the vehicle is achieved by observing the following guidelines: Mileage up to 2000 km: Move by changing the engine...
Tires Tire manufacturing technology does not guarantee optimal grip of new tires on the road. Therefore, during the first 300 km, it is recommended to drive more...
Brake system During the break-in period, avoid excessively sharp braking at high speed, prolonged load on the brake system when driving in mountains, etc. Only with proper...
Hood Opening: pull the handle located on the left side under the dashboard. At the same time, using an integrated mechanism with a spring, the hood is moved forward...
Vehicle identification Located in the engine compartment in front of the right wheel arch. The information on the rating plate, as well as the identification number, must match the...
Engine compartment — BMW 520i, 525i 1 - Tank with liquid for intensive glass cleaning 2 - Fluid reservoir for windshield and headlight washer 3 - Battery 4 - Oil filler neck of the engine 5 -...
Engine compartment — BMW535i 1 - Tank with liquid for intensive glass cleaning 2 - Windshield washer fluid reservoir 3 - Oil filler neck of the engine 4 - Expansion tank for coolant 5 -...
Engine oil consumption Engine oil consumption is approximately 0.15 liters per 100 km. Oil consumption depends on the driving style and the operating conditions of the vehicle.
Checking the oil level The oil level should be checked regularly, for example at every refueling. In this case, the car must stand on a flat horizontal surface. The measurement...
Adding oil to the engine If necessary, add oil to the oil filler neck on the cylinder head cover. Do not exceed the maximum allowable level (top mark on dipstick). The volume of oil...
Oil quality The quality of the oil for your car must meet the CCMS or API classification. The range of oils that meet the required quality level is shown in the table. *...
Viscosity of oils The SAE classification is used to characterize the viscosity of the oil. The choice of oil according to this classification is determined by the average air...
Power steering — fluid level check Without starting the engine, unscrew the reservoir cap, wipe the dipstick with a clean rag and reinsert it into the reservoir. The fluid level must be between...
Brake fluid The brake fluid level must reach the top mark "max" on the tank (it can be checked without opening the tank). To top up the brake fluid or eliminate the cause...
Coolant — level check coolant level (antifreeze) checked with a cold engine. Normally, it should reach the mark "max" on a translucent expansion tank. The figure shows the BMW 535L...
Windshield washer nozzles The jets emitted by the nozzles must be directed onto the windscreen in such a way that its effective washing is ensured even at high vehicle speeds. If...
Battery The battery is maintenance free (DIN 43 539/2), i.e. the initial charge of electrolyte should normally be sufficient for the entire service life. If the...
Starting the engine from an external source When the battery is discharged, the engine can be started from the battery of another car, using special cables to connect it. Proceed as follows: 1. Make sure...
First aid kit The first aid kit is located in the trunk niche on the right. Follow the legal regulations regarding the presence of a first aid kit in the car.
Towing a car The front towing eye is located on the right, to access it, press the latch (arrow in the picture) and open the lid. Rear towing eye: To access it, remove the...
Starting the engine by towing Turn on the emergency alarm (follow the rules of the country you are in). Turn on the ignition. Engage 3rd gear and depress the clutch pedal. Command the...
A set of tools The kit is located under the trunk lid. To get it, unscrew the nut with "lamb". Warning triangle* The warning triangle is in the tool kit. Obey legal...
Fire extinguisher The fire extinguisher mount is located next to the driver's seat. To keep the fire extinguisher in constant working readiness, it is necessary to visit a...
Wheel replacement If you have a punctured tire, park your vehicle on a level, hard surface as far as possible, away from traffic. Turn on your hazard warning lights, install a...
Spare wheel It is located in the trunk under the floor covering. The fixing nut can be unscrewed by hand.
Jack and wheel wrench The jack and wheel wrench are located in a niche on the right side of the trunk. Raise the floor cover of the trunk, unscrew the latch. Remember the original...
Wheel chock It is fixed next to the jack. Set the stop on the road surface behind the wheel, located diagonally from the damaged one. When stopping on an incline, place a...
Wheel bolts with lock Remove the protective cap by prying it off with the edge of the key. Insert the key into the slot and turn 90" right or left, then remove the lock. Position...
Wheel locks 1 - cap 2 - Wheel bolt floor adapter 3 - Adapter (two pieces, included in the car tool kit) Withdrawal: Slightly turn the cap with the wheel wrench "1" to the...
Braking system If the brake warning light is on and/or a warning message is on the self-diagnosis display "Bremsflbssigkeit" ("Brake fluid"), then this means that there has...
Power steering If the steering is hard, check oil level . If difficulties arise when turning the steering wheel quickly, this may be due to insufficient tension on the drive...
Wiper blades To remove the brush, lift the wiper arm away from the glass. Press the spring clip (arrow in the picture) and remove the brush from the lever.
Sliding sunroof Manual closing of the hatch in case of electric drive failure Remove the trim and use an Allen wrench (arrow in the picture) set the sunroof to the desired...
Lamp replacement To avoid short circuits during any work on electrical equipment, switch off the relevant current consumer and / or disconnect the wire "masses" (-) from the...
Low beam headlights Lamp type H1, 55 W Remove the headlight trim, turn the plastic cover to the left and remove it from the back of the headlight. Remove the spring clip and pull...
High beam headlights Lamp type H1, 55 W Replacing bulbs is done in the same way as for low beam headlights. To avoid water intrusion into the headlight, make sure that when...
Parking and parking lights 5W lamp Lightly press the lamp socket, turn it to the left and pull it out. Remove the bulb from the socket and replace it.
Fog lights Lamp type H1, 55 W Open the trim cover next to the headlight (pry it off with a screwdriver), remove the inner screw (shown by arrow) cross slot and pull the...
Rear lights Side lights: lamp power 5W Other lights: lamp power 21W Light unit in the rear To access these lamps, bend the floor covering and remove the lining by opening...
Car storage If the car will not be used for more than three months, carry out the following conservation work (it is recommended to contact a BMW workshop. 1. Carry out...
Wheels and tires Use only tires certified by BMW. For vehicles with a maximum speed of 240 km/h, only tires of strictly defined types and sizes may be used. More information...
Roof rack When the roof rack is loaded, the height of the vehicle's center of gravity increases, and therefore its dynamic qualities and handling significantly change....
Trailer towing Towing a trailer places high demands on both the towing vehicle and the driver. The trailer limits maneuverability, climbing ability, acceleration and braking...
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) ABS improves the vehicle's active safety by preventing the wheels from locking up when braking (when driving in a straight line, on a bend, on an asphalt, icy...
Automatic Stability Control (ASC) This system improves vehicle stability when driving, especially when accelerating and cornering. The use of the AES system together with ABS can significantly...
Self-locking differential Under adverse road conditions, it may happen that the torque transmitted by a conventional differential will not be perceived by one of the wheels, which will...
Car care Due to its multi-layer structure, the body paintwork protects it from corrosion. In addition to priming by cataphoresis in an electrolytic bath, the...
Weights and dimensions Some export models and special purpose vehicles may have parameters that differ from those given in the table. They are indicated in the vehicle passport and...
Technical data Transmission Gear ratios 5-speed gearbox Automatic transmission Electrical equipment The order of operation of the cylinders 1-5-3-6-2-4 Ignition advance angle...