BMW 5 Series: Using this Owner's Manual
The fastest way to find information on a particular topic is by using the index.
An initial overview of the vehicle is provided in the first chapter.
Updates made after the editorial deadline
Any updates made after the editorial deadline for the Owner's Manuals are located in the appendix of the printed quick reference for the vehicle.
Additional sources of information
Should you have any questions, your service center will be glad to advise you at any time.
Information on BMW, e.g., on technology, is available on the Internet: bmwusa.com.
Notes
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Indicates precautions that must be followed precisely in order to avoid the possibility of personal injury and serious damage to the vehicle. ◄ Marks the end of a specific item of informat ...See also:
Battery Replacement
Replace the battery if the REPLACE
BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY
message displays in the DIC. See
“REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE
KEY” under Key and Lock
Messages.
The battery is not rechargeable. T ...
Vehicle Dynamics Control system
WARNING
Always use the utmost care in driving – overconfidence because you are driving
with a Vehicle Dynamics Control system equipped vehicle could easily lead to a serious
accident.
CAUTION
...
Front fog light (if equipped)
Fog lights are used to provide improved visibility when visibility is poor due
to fog, rain or snow etc. The fog lights will turn on when fog light switch (1)
is turned to ON after the headlight ...