BMW 5 Series: Range
Concept
The range indicates the distance that can still be covered with the current fuel level.
General information
The estimated range available with the remaining fuel is permanently displayed in the instrument cluster.
With a low remaining range, a Check Control message is briefly displayed. With a dynamic driving style, for instance fast cornering, the engine function is not always ensured.
The Check Control message appears continuously below a range of approx. 30 miles/50 km.
Safety information
NOTICE
With a driving range of less than 30 miles/50 km the engine may no longer have sufficient fuel. Engine functions are not ensured anymore. There is a risk of damage to property. Refuel promptly.
Instrument cluster without enhanced features: display
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The current range is displayed
as
numerical value at the bottom of
the speedometer.
Service requirements
Concept
The function displays the service requirements and the corresponding maintenance scopes.
General information
After switching on drive-ready state, the instrument cluster briefly displays available driving distance or time to the next scheduled maintenance.
A service advisor can read out the current service requirements from your vehicle key.
Some information on service requirements can also be shown on the BMW display key.
Display
Detailed information on service requirements
More information on the type of service required may be displayed on the Control Display.
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle".
2. "Vehicle status".
3. Move the Controller to the left.
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"Service required".
Required maintenance procedures and legally mandated inspections are displayed.
5. Select an entry to call up detailed information.
Symbols
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No service is currently
required.
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The deadline for scheduled
maintenance
or a legally mandated inspection
is approaching.
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The service deadline has already
passed.
Entering appointment dates
Enter the dates for the mandatory vehicle inspections.
Make sure that the vehicle's date and time are set correctly.
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle".
2. "Vehicle status".
3. Move the Controller to the left.
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"Service required".
5. "Vehicle inspection".
6. "Date:".
7. Select the desired setting.
Automatic Service Request
Data regarding the service status or legally mandated vehicle inspections is automatically transmitted to your dealer's service center before your vehicle is due for service.
You can check when your dealer's service center was notified.
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle".
2. "Vehicle status".
3. Move the Controller to the left.
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"Teleservice Call".
Gear shift indicator
Concept
The system recommends the most efficient gear for the current driving situation.
General information
Depending on the vehicle equipment and country version, the gear shift indicator is active in the manual mode of the Steptronic transmission and with manual transmission.
Steptronic transmission: displaying
Suggestions to shift up or down are displayed in the instrument cluster.
On vehicles without a gear shift indicator, the engaged gear is displayed.
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Efficient gear is set.
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Shift into efficient gear.
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Speed Limit Info
Speed Limit Info
Concept
Speed Limit Info shows the current valid maximum
speed in the instrument cluster.
General information
The camera in the area of the interior mirror detects
traffic signs at th
Selection lists
General information
Depending on your vehicle's equipment, the following
can be displayed or operated using the
buttons and the thumbwheel on the steering
wheel and via the displays in the instrument
Onboard Computer in the
instrument cluster
Concept
The Onboard Computer displays different vehicle
data in the instrument cluster, such as average
values.
Calling up information
Press the button on the turn signal lever.
Information is displ
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Real Time Traffic
Information RTTI
General information
Depending on the equipment, RTTI is transmitted
via services which can be booked in addition
in some countries.
With RTTI, traffic obstructions are localized more
comprehensively and precisely. Traffic conditions on roads other than the
highways, for instance
secondary roads an
Engine oil types to add
General information
The engine oil quality is critical for the life of the
engine.
Only add the types of engine oil which are listed.
Safety information
NOTICE
Oil additives can damage the engine. There is a
risk of damage to property. Do not use oil additives.
NOTICE
Incorrect engine oil can cause
