BMW 5 Series: Adaptive brake assistant - Driving stability control systems - Controls - BMW 5 Series Owners ManualsBMW 5 Series: Adaptive brake assistant

In combination with the Active Cruise Control, this system ensures that the brakes respond even more rapidly when braking in critical situations.

Refer also to Collision warning

    Brake assistant
    When you apply the brakes rapidly, this system automatically produces the maximum braking force boost. It thus helps to achieve the shortest possible braking distance during full braking. This ...

    Drive-off assistant
    This system supports driving away on gradients. The parking brake is not required. 1. Hold the vehicle in place with the foot brake. 2. Release the foot brake and drive away without delay. After ...

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    Cleaning the brake discs
    Coatings of dirt and water on the brake discs may result in delayed brake function. This delay is minimized by cleaning the brake linings. Cleaning the brake pads is advisable in wet weather, prior ...

    Wiper intermittent time control
    When the wiper switch is in the “INT” position, turn the dial to adjust the operating interval of the wiper. The operating interval can be adjusted in five steps from the shortest interval t ...

    Folding forward
    Press the button, arrow 1, and fold the head restraint forward. ...