Vehicle owner's manual BMW 5 Series E39

Refueling, starting and stopping the engine
Refueling For information on the type and application features of fuel grades, please refer to the materials Specifications of the current Chapter . The filler...

Parking brake
Tightening the brake The lever is fixed automatically. If the ignition key is in position 2, the control lamp with the symbol "P" ( refer to Section 1 )....

Manual transmission (MT)
Neutral position of the gear shift lever (on the diagram it is shown as a dot) is located on the line of engagement of 3rd and 4th gears. When switching from...

Automatic transmission (AT)
The automatic transmission of your BMW is equipped with an adaptive control system (AGS). The adaptive transmission control system (AGS) selects the most...

Tempostat (speed control system)
The system allows you to remember and automatically maintain the required speed at a level of at least 30 km/h. The system can be switched on after turning the...

Park Distance Control (PDC)
The ROS system helps you when reversing. An audible signal warns you of the actual distance to an obstacle. For this purpose, four ultrasonic sensors in the...

Automatic stability control with traction control (ASC+T)
This system improves driving stability, especially during acceleration and cornering. The automatic stability control system with traction control ASC+T...

Electronic Damping Control (EDC) and ride height adjustment
The system automatically provides the necessary shock absorption of the chassis at any time, contributing to greater vehicle comfort and driving safety....

Lighting and light signaling
Parking lights and low beam Parking lights Low beam / Xenon headlights If you turn off the ignition while the low beam is on, the parking light will remain on....

Heating and ventilation systems
1. Air supply to the windshield and side windows. 2. Air supply to the upper part of the body. The wheels allow you to smoothly open and close the air supply,...

Automatic air conditioner
1. Air supply to the windshield and side windows. 2. Air supply to the upper body. The wheels allow you to smoothly open and close the air supply, and the...

Autonomous heating and ventilation systems
Autonomous heating system If your car has an autonomous heating system, then this also implies the presence of an autonomous ventilation system. However, it is...

Self-diagnosis system
Graphic indication When the ignition key is in position 2, the following warnings (conditions) are displayed on the indicator and do not go out until the...

Trip computer
Information call After turning the ignition key to position 1, you can use the turn signal switch lever to display trip computer information on the instrument...

Running in a new car
Please follow the recommendations below to help extend the life and fuel economy of your vehicle. Engine and rear axle gearbox Mileage no more than 2000 km:...

Catalytic converter
The catalytic converter reduces the toxicity of exhaust gases. Only unleaded petrol should be used. Even a small amount of tetraethyl lead is enough to...

Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
The ABS system increases the active safety of the car by preventing the wheels from locking when braking. After all, wheel locking is extremely dangerous,...

Driving with a trailer
Driving with a trailer will place increased demands on both the towing vehicle and the driver. The trailer limits maneuverability, climbing ability,...

Roof rack
A special roof rack is offered as an additional piece of equipment. Please follow the recommendations contained in the installation instructions. When loading...

Car phone number
Mobile communication systems (radiotelephone. walkie-talkie, etc.) may interfere with the normal operation of your vehicle if they are not specifically...

Headlight readjustment
Before crossing the border of a country with a different direction of travel, the following steps should be taken to readjust the headlights. Cars with xenon...

Hood — opening and closing
Rubbing Pull the handle located on the left side under the front panel. Before performing any work in the engine compartment, turn off the engine and let it...

Car Radio Receiver
The medium, long and short wave ranges provide greater reception range because radio signals propagate not only as surface waves that bend around the Earth,...

Hi-Fi audio system with DSP
The professional Hi-Fi audio system, digital signal processor (DSP) and 14 built-in loudspeakers impress with its natural and precise sound reproduction. The...

Warning triangle
The sign is located under the trunk lid in the driver's tool compartment. Follow the statutory regulations regarding the presence of an emergency stop sign on...

First aid kit in the car
The first aid kit is located under the front passenger seat. To remove the first aid kit, lift the latch on the front side as shown by the arrow and, pulling...

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