BMW 5 Series Owners & Service Manuals

BMW 5 Series: History, Overview of system descriptions

History

History
Historical overview of the BMW 5 Series

  1. E12 (1972-1981)
  2. E28 (1981-1987)
  3. E34 (1987-1995)
  4. E39 (1995-2003)
  5. E60 (2003-2010)
  6. F10 (2010-2016)
  7. G30 (production starts in late 2016 as a 2017 MY vehicle)

Overview of system descriptions

Many of the systems used are already known from the current BMW 7 Series G12. The "Comparison of G12 with G30" chapter lists the common elements and the differences. The explanations of the systems already familiar from the G12 are kept brief. Comprehensive system descriptions can be found in the G12 Technical Reference Manual for "ST1501 G12 Complete Vehicle".

Overview of system descriptions

Comparison of G12 chassis and suspension with G30

Some of the systems used in the G30 have already been introduced in the G12. The following table provides an overview of the differences and common features between the two vehicles.

Comparison of G12 chassis and suspension with G30

* Only available in conjunction with the Integral Active Steering optional equipment.

Comparison of F10 chassis and suspension with G30

Comparison of F10 chassis and suspension with G30

* Only available in conjunction with the Integral Active Steering optional equipment.

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     Overview of chassis and suspension

    Overview of chassis and suspension in the G30 Front axle spring strut Auxiliary battery in the engine compartment (optional equipment) Brake servo Steering column Steering wheel Rear axle spri

     Axles

     Front axle

    Double-wishbone front axle in the G30 Support bearing Wishbone, lower Steering box Cross member Universal joint of steering shaft to steering gear Cast side section Strut Service opening Re

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     Overview

    Buttons in the vehicle Park assistance button Panorama View Cameras Front camera Rearview camera One camera is located at the bottom of each exterior mirror housing. The image quality may be impaired by dirt on the camera lenses. If required, clean the camera lenses. Switching on/off Switching

     Interior lights

    General information Depending on the equipment version, interior lights, footwell lights, entry lights, ambient lighting, and speaker lighting are automatically controlled. Overview Buttons in the vehicle Interior lights Reading lights Switching the interior lights on/off Press the button. To swit

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