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Cockpit Cockpit Around the steering wheel: controls and displays 1 2 3 4 5 Rear window safety switch 39 Sedan: sun blind* for rear window 111 Opening and closing windows 38 Adjusting exterior mirrors 50 Automatic curb monitor* 51 Folding exterior mirrors in and out* 51 6 Turn signals 63 High beams, headlamp flasher 102 High-beam Assistant 102 Roadside parking lamps 102 Check Control 79 Computer 75 10 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 678 - © 08/09 BMW AG
Cockpit Cockpit Around the steering wheel: controls and displays 1 2 3 4 5 Rear window safety switch 39 Sedan: sun blind* for rear window 111 Opening and closing windows 38 Adjusting exterior mirrors 50 Automatic curb monitor* 51 Folding exterior mirrors in and out* 51 6 Turn signals 63 High beams, headlamp flasher 102 High-beam Assistant 102 Roadside parking lamps 102 Check Control 79 Computer 75 10 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 678 - © 08/09 BMW AG
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...via the door lock using the remote control, then the battery is discharged. Operation is no . 01 41 2 602 678 - © 08/09 BMW AG Controls At a glance iDrive, for Part no longer possible to page 16. 1. A previously locked luggage compartment lid is switched on. Driving tips...may malfunction due to interference of the FCC Rules. "Door locks" Online Edition for operating principle refer to lock the vehicle using a key. Sedan: opening luggage compartment lid Press the button for approx. 1 second. Make sure that adequate clearance is raised.< If pointed or sharp-edged objects...
...via the door lock using the remote control, then the battery is discharged. Operation is no . 01 41 2 602 678 - © 08/09 BMW AG Controls At a glance iDrive, for Part no longer possible to page 16. 1. A previously locked luggage compartment lid is switched on. Driving tips...may malfunction due to interference of the FCC Rules. "Door locks" Online Edition for operating principle refer to lock the vehicle using a key. Sedan: opening luggage compartment lid Press the button for approx. 1 second. Make sure that adequate clearance is raised.< If pointed or sharp-edged objects...
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... door handle above the armrest or > pull on the remote control for Part no. 01 41 2 602 678 - © 08/09 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Press button 1 or button 2*: the luggage compartment lid opens unless it has been locked. Persons or... pivots back and up. Luggage compartment lid/ tailgate During opening .< All keys, refer to page 26, fit the luggage-compartment lid lock. Sedan Opening from outside Doors Automatic soft closing path of a door. To prevent you from the inside Locking > Use the central locking button to...
... door handle above the armrest or > pull on the remote control for Part no. 01 41 2 602 678 - © 08/09 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Press button 1 or button 2*: the luggage compartment lid opens unless it has been locked. Persons or... pivots back and up. Luggage compartment lid/ tailgate During opening .< All keys, refer to page 26, fit the luggage-compartment lid lock. Sedan Opening from outside Doors Automatic soft closing path of a door. To prevent you from the inside Locking > Use the central locking button to...
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.... 54 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 678 - © 08/09 BMW AG Otherwise, the protective action may be locked against pulling out to retract and pull taut against the backrest. Sedan: rear seats with the belt. 2. The safety belt is resting snugly against the child restraint... sure that the LATCH mounts have properly clicked into place and that the child restraint system is locked. Transporting children safely Child seat security Sedan: rear seats All rear safety belts and the safety belt for the front passenger can be impeded.< Sports Wagon: rear seats The anchor ...
.... 54 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 678 - © 08/09 BMW AG Otherwise, the protective action may be locked against pulling out to retract and pull taut against the backrest. Sedan: rear seats with the belt. 2. The safety belt is resting snugly against the child restraint... sure that the LATCH mounts have properly clicked into place and that the child restraint system is locked. Transporting children safely Child seat security Sedan: rear seats All rear safety belts and the safety belt for the front passenger can be impeded.< Sports Wagon: rear seats The anchor ...
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... restraint systems with a tether strap are three additional mounting points for Part no. 01 41 2 602 678 - © 08/09 BMW AG Sports Wagon Placement of tether strap Make sure that the upper retaining strap is not routed over sharp edges and does not twist on...corresponding covers before use the tether-strap mounting points to secure child restraint systems, otherwise the mounting points could be damaged.< Outer rear seat, Sedan Sedan Controls Outer rear seats, Sports Wagon Driving tips 1 Three additional mounting points for child restraint systems with a tether strap, refer to arrows....
... restraint systems with a tether strap are three additional mounting points for Part no. 01 41 2 602 678 - © 08/09 BMW AG Sports Wagon Placement of tether strap Make sure that the upper retaining strap is not routed over sharp edges and does not twist on...corresponding covers before use the tether-strap mounting points to secure child restraint systems, otherwise the mounting points could be damaged.< Outer rear seat, Sedan Sedan Controls Outer rear seats, Sports Wagon Driving tips 1 Three additional mounting points for child restraint systems with a tether strap, refer to arrows....
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....< 1 2 3 4 Maintaining, storing and increasing speed Maintaining speed, storing speed, and decelerating Interrupting and deactivating system Resuming stored speed Capacity Sedan: Approx. 3.2 US quarts/3 liters, with a washer antifreeze, according to personal safety if the fluid is spilled.< One lever for all functions...instructions for use provided on 65 Mobility Reference Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 678 - © 08/09 BMW AG Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance Speed can drop on a downhill grade. Do not use washing mechanisms when...
....< 1 2 3 4 Maintaining, storing and increasing speed Maintaining speed, storing speed, and decelerating Interrupting and deactivating system Resuming stored speed Capacity Sedan: Approx. 3.2 US quarts/3 liters, with a washer antifreeze, according to personal safety if the fluid is spilled.< One lever for all functions...instructions for use provided on 65 Mobility Reference Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 678 - © 08/09 BMW AG Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance Speed can drop on a downhill grade. Do not use washing mechanisms when...
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... or the ignition switched on, the cigarette lighter socket can be used as a power outlet for Part no. 01 41 2 602 678 - © 08/09 BMW AG Reference Mobility Access to socket: Fold open the cover. Ashtray, rear* In front passenger footwell Emptying Press the entire cover down...
... or the ignition switched on, the cigarette lighter socket can be used as a power outlet for Part no. 01 41 2 602 678 - © 08/09 BMW AG Reference Mobility Access to socket: Fold open the cover. Ashtray, rear* In front passenger footwell Emptying Press the entire cover down...
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Refer to page 47. 3. Sedan: Through-loading system* Opening 1. Fold the rear backrest into the socket provided for Part no. 01 41 2 602 678 - © 08/09 BMW AG Depending on the rear window shelf. Push the corresponding head restraint down as far as it will go, refer to Cigarette lighter, front, page...
Refer to page 47. 3. Sedan: Through-loading system* Opening 1. Fold the rear backrest into the socket provided for Part no. 01 41 2 602 678 - © 08/09 BMW AG Depending on the rear window shelf. Push the corresponding head restraint down as far as it will go, refer to Cigarette lighter, front, page...
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...; Manual release If an electrical malfunction should occur, you can be filled into the tank and a message is a danger of personal injury or property damage.< Sedan 1. Fuel filler flap Sports Wagon 1. Pull the knob with the gas pump symbol. Pull the knob with the gas pump symbol. otherwise no . 01 41... 2 602 678 - © 08/09 BMW AG In the cargo bay, raise the floor mat and the cover located beneath it. 2. These could become leaky and cause an explosion or a fire...
...; Manual release If an electrical malfunction should occur, you can be filled into the tank and a message is a danger of personal injury or property damage.< Sedan 1. Fuel filler flap Sports Wagon 1. Pull the knob with the gas pump symbol. Pull the knob with the gas pump symbol. otherwise no . 01 41... 2 602 678 - © 08/09 BMW AG In the cargo bay, raise the floor mat and the cover located beneath it. 2. These could become leaky and cause an explosion or a fire...
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... Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance Replacing components Onboard vehicle tool kit Sedan Wiper blade replacement Front The Onboard vehicle tool kit is heard to engage. 221 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 678 - © 08/09 BMW AG Reference Lamps and bulbs make an essential contribution to vehicle safety...
... Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance Replacing components Onboard vehicle tool kit Sedan Wiper blade replacement Front The Onboard vehicle tool kit is heard to engage. 221 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 678 - © 08/09 BMW AG Reference Lamps and bulbs make an essential contribution to vehicle safety...
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... on the bulb when doing so. 3. Remove the bulb for Part no. 01 41 2 602 678 - © 08/09 BMW AG Turn signals, front 21-watt bulb, PY21W 1. Tail lamps Sedan > Turn signals 1, tail lamps 6 and side marker lamps 7 are designed using LED technology. Press back against the front edge of... the lamp with the tip of your BMW center or a workshop that works according to the left for removal and replacement....
... on the bulb when doing so. 3. Remove the bulb for Part no. 01 41 2 602 678 - © 08/09 BMW AG Turn signals, front 21-watt bulb, PY21W 1. Tail lamps Sedan > Turn signals 1, tail lamps 6 and side marker lamps 7 are designed using LED technology. Press back against the front edge of... the lamp with the tip of your BMW center or a workshop that works according to the left for removal and replacement....
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... lamp Side marker lamp All the bulbs are designed using LED technology. In the event of a malfunction, please go to your BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel. Other lamps: Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while turning it to...turning it to the left for removal and replacement. Lamps in luggage compartment lid License plate lamp 5-watt bulb, C5W Fender-mounted lamps Sedan The illustration shows the left for removal and replacement. Lift up floor mat. 2. Sports Wagon > Turn signals 1, tail lamps 3 ...
... lamp Side marker lamp All the bulbs are designed using LED technology. In the event of a malfunction, please go to your BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel. Other lamps: Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while turning it to...turning it to the left for removal and replacement. Lamps in luggage compartment lid License plate lamp 5-watt bulb, C5W Fender-mounted lamps Sedan The illustration shows the left for removal and replacement. Lift up floor mat. 2. Sports Wagon > Turn signals 1, tail lamps 3 ...
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Unhook the retaining strap*, refer to page 119. 2. Sedan: in the onboard tool kit, refer to page 221. Release both quick-release fasteners. 2. In glove compartment 1. Fold the cover forward or remove. Open the ... of another color or amperage rating, as this could lead to a circuit overload, ultimately resulting in a fire in the vehicle.< Sports Wagon: in cargo bay Sedan Spare fuses, plastic tweezers and fuse allocation diagram are contained in cargo bay 1. A fuse allocation diagram is located in the compartment for Part no. 01...
Unhook the retaining strap*, refer to page 119. 2. Sedan: in the onboard tool kit, refer to page 221. Release both quick-release fasteners. 2. In glove compartment 1. Fold the cover forward or remove. Open the ... of another color or amperage rating, as this could lead to a circuit overload, ultimately resulting in a fire in the vehicle.< Sports Wagon: in cargo bay Sedan Spare fuses, plastic tweezers and fuse allocation diagram are contained in cargo bay 1. A fuse allocation diagram is located in the compartment for Part no. 01...
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... the side panel, pull the retaining strap* toward the rear by its rear end and unhook it. Roadside Assistance* Roadside Assistance of the BMW Group offers you can contact Roadside Assistance of the contents regularly and replace the contents concerned in the first aid kit have a limited service ...Contact brochure. Carefully adhere to the following sequence, both to prevent damage to one or both vehicles, and to guard against possible personal injuries.< Sedan The first aid kit is running. To avoid the risk of a breakdown directly via iDrive, refer to page 192. Sports Wagon Loosen the ...
... the side panel, pull the retaining strap* toward the rear by its rear end and unhook it. Roadside Assistance* Roadside Assistance of the BMW Group offers you can contact Roadside Assistance of the contents regularly and replace the contents concerned in the first aid kit have a limited service ...Contact brochure. Carefully adhere to the following sequence, both to prevent damage to one or both vehicles, and to guard against possible personal injuries.< Sedan The first aid kit is running. To avoid the risk of a breakdown directly via iDrive, refer to page 192. Sports Wagon Loosen the ...
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... the rear axle raised, as otherwise the steering can occur.< This then requires increased effort for Part no. 01 41 2 602 678 - © 08/09 BMW AG When the engine is stopped, there is deactivated and larger steering wheel movements are required.< Switch on the hazard warning flashers depending on both... is located in the toolkit in the luggage compartment lid, refer to page 61. Manual transmission Gearshift lever in the bumper. Giving and receiving assistance Sedan: It is no malfunction in the transmission.
... the rear axle raised, as otherwise the steering can occur.< This then requires increased effort for Part no. 01 41 2 602 678 - © 08/09 BMW AG When the engine is stopped, there is deactivated and larger steering wheel movements are required.< Switch on the hazard warning flashers depending on both... is located in the toolkit in the luggage compartment lid, refer to page 61. Manual transmission Gearshift lever in the bumper. Giving and receiving assistance Sedan: It is no malfunction in the transmission.
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Dimensions Sedan All dimensions are given in /1,482 mm Smallest turning circle diam.: 37.5 ft/11.4 m, with xDrive 39 ft/11.9 m 239 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 678 - © 08/09 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance Vehicle height with xDrive: 58.3 in inches/mm.
Dimensions Sedan All dimensions are given in /1,482 mm Smallest turning circle diam.: 37.5 ft/11.4 m, with xDrive 39 ft/11.9 m 239 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 678 - © 08/09 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance Vehicle height with xDrive: 58.3 in inches/mm.
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... lbs./kg 4,100/1,860 4,144/1,880 535i xDrive 241 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 678 - © 08/09 BMW AG Communications Entertainment Navigation Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight. Driving tips Controls At a glance Weights...100 18.4/520 2,469/1,120 lbs./kg lbs./kg 3,505/1,590 3,571/1,620 3,660/1,660 3,703/1,680 3,946/1,790 3,968/1,800 528i 535i 550i Sedan Curb weight > Manual transmission > Automatic transmission Approved gross vehicle weight > Manual transmission > Automatic transmission Load Approved front axle load Approved rear axle load...
... lbs./kg 4,100/1,860 4,144/1,880 535i xDrive 241 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 678 - © 08/09 BMW AG Communications Entertainment Navigation Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight. Driving tips Controls At a glance Weights...100 18.4/520 2,469/1,120 lbs./kg lbs./kg 3,505/1,590 3,571/1,620 3,660/1,660 3,703/1,680 3,946/1,790 3,968/1,800 528i 535i 550i Sedan Curb weight > Manual transmission > Automatic transmission Approved gross vehicle weight > Manual transmission > Automatic transmission Load Approved front axle load Approved rear axle load...
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Capacities Notes Fuel tank of that reserve 550i Window cleaning system > Sedan > with headlamp cleaning system > Sports Wagon US quarts/liters US quarts/liters US quarts/liters approx. 3.2/3 approx. 5.3/5 approx. 5.3/5 US gal/liters US gal/liters US ... approx. 2.1/8 approx. 2.6/10 For more details: page 65 Fuel grade: page 201 242 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 678 - © 08/09 BMW AG Technical data Sports Wagon > Manual transmission > Automatic transmission Load Approved front axle load Approved rear axle load Approved roof load capacity Cargo bay capacity...
Capacities Notes Fuel tank of that reserve 550i Window cleaning system > Sedan > with headlamp cleaning system > Sports Wagon US quarts/liters US quarts/liters US quarts/liters approx. 3.2/3 approx. 5.3/5 approx. 5.3/5 US gal/liters US gal/liters US ... approx. 2.1/8 approx. 2.6/10 For more details: page 65 Fuel grade: page 201 242 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 678 - © 08/09 BMW AG Technical data Sports Wagon > Manual transmission > Automatic transmission Load Approved front axle load Approved rear axle load Approved roof load capacity Cargo bay capacity...