BMW 525xi Sedan 2006- Manuals

5 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity The individual vehicle When purchasing your BMW, you have decided in favor of a model with individualized equip-ment and features. This Owner's Manual describes the...

Notes 6 Parts and accessories For your own safety, use genuine parts and accessories approved by BMW. When you purchase accessories tested and approved by BMW and Genuine BMW Parts, you simultaneously acquire the assurance that they have been thoroughly tested by BMW to ensure optimum performance wh...

7 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Service and warranty We recommend that you read this publication thoroughly.Your BMW is covered by the following warran-ties: > New Vehicle Limited Warranty >...

At a glance This overview of buttons, switches and displaysis intended to familiarize you with your vehicle's operating environment. The section will also assist you in becoming acquainted with the control concepts and options available for operating the various systems. At a glance Online Edition f...

Cockpit 10 Cockpit Around the steering wheel: controls and displays 1 Sedan: sun blind * for rear window 112 2 Rear window safety switch 41 3 Opening and closing windows 40 4 Adjusting exterior mirror 51 Automatic parking function * 52 5 Turn signal 64 High beams, headlamp flasher 102 High-beam assi...

Cockpit 12 Instrument cluster 1 Indicator lamps for turn signals 2 Speedometer 3 Indicator and warning lamps 13 4 Displays for active cruise control * 70 5 Tachometer 74 6 Energy Control 75 7 Display for > Clock/date 74 > Outside temperature 74 > Indicator and warning lamps 79 > Speed of...

At a g la n c e 13 Re fe re n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Indicator and warning lamps The concept Indicator and warning lamps can light up both in the display area 1 and in the display 2 in various combinations and colors...

Cockpit 14 Around the center console: controls and displays Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG

iDriv e 16 iDrive iDrive combines the functions of a large number of switches. This allows these functions to be operated from a central position. The following section provides an introduction to basic menu navigation. The control of the individual func-tions is described in connection with the rel...

At a g la n c e 17 Re fe re n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Menu overview Communication > Telephone * > BMW Assist * or TeleService * Navigation or onboard information > Navigation system * > Onboard information...

iDriv e 18 Opening menu items of start menu With the start menu you can open the menu items Communication, Navigation, Entertain-ment and Climate by moving the controller to the left, right, front or rear.You can open the menu by pressing the con-troller. Comfort opening of menu items Comfort openin...

At a g la n c e 19 Re fe re n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Operating principle at a glance Basic operation via iDrive is described in this view. You can view the individual steps under Set-tings on Control Display, Setting...

iDriv e 20 Status information 1 Display for: > Entertainment: Radio, CD > Telephone * in "Communication": Name of linked mobile phone, network search or no network > "BMW Assist" * : Existing voice connection with a service from BMW Assist 2 Entertainment sound output off 3 ...

At a g la n c e 21 Re fe re n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Switching assistance window off/on 1. Move the controller to the right to change to the assistance window and press the con-troller. 2. Select "Assist. window ...

Vo ic e c o mm an d s y st em 22 Voice command system The concept The voice command system allows you to con-trol operation of various vehicle systems with-out ever removing your hands from the steering wheel.Individual menu items on the Control Display can be spoken as commands. This frees you of h...

Opening and closing 28 Opening and closing Keys/remote control 1 Remote control with integrated key 2 Spare key 3 Adapter for spare key, in glove compart-ment Remote control with integrated key Each remote control contains a battery which is automatically charged in the ignition lock while driving. ...

Co n tr o ls 29 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Remove the adapter from the holder in the glove compartment and slide the spare key into the adapter before use. Personal Profile The concept You can set a number ...

Opening and closing 30 > Luggage compartment lid or tailgate and rear window > Fuel filler door Operating from outside > via the remote control > via the door lock > with comfort access * via the door handles At the same time, the anti-theft system is also operated. It prevents the do...

Opening and closing 32 For US owners only The transmitter and receiver units comply with part 15 of the FCC/Federal Communication Commission regulations. Operation is gov-erned by the following:FCC ID:LX8766S LX8766E LX8CASLX8CAS2Compliance statement: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rul...

Co n tr o ls 33 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity 5. Select "Central locking" and press the con-troller. 6. Select a menu item: > "Relock door if not opened" The central locking system automati-...

Opening and closing 34 Opening from outside Press the button on the luggage compartment lid or the button on the remote control for approx. 1 second: the luggage compartment lid opens. All keys, refer to page 28 , fit the luggage- compartment lid lock. Locking separately Turn a key in the lock of th...

Opening and closing 36 Opening manually In case of an electrical defect: 1. From the cargo area, press out the cover 1 on the tailgate with a screwdriver. 2. Press the locking bar 2 in the direction of the arrow. 3. Open the tailgate and press in the cover again. The tailgate is locked again as soon...

Co n tr o ls 37 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity > Press the button in the driver's foot- well. > Press the button on the remote control for approx. 1 second. During opening, the tailgate pivots back and up...

Opening and closing 38 The luggage compartment lid/tailgate can also be opened with the system armed with the button on the remote control, refer to page 33 . When the luggage compartment lid/tailgate is closed, it is locked and monitored again. Switching off alarm > Unlock the vehicle using the ...

Opening and closing 40 When doing so, do not depress the brake or clutch pedal, as otherwise the engine will start immediately. < Starting engine You can start the engine or switch on the switch on ignition if a remote control is located in the interior of the vehicle. It need not be inserted in ...

Co n tr o ls 41 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity You can close the windows in the same manner by pulling the switch.Separate switches for the rear windows are located in the rear.For information on using the conv...

Opening and closing 42 > The opened glass sunroof automatically moves into the raised position. The sliding visor remains completely open. Do not use force to close the headliner insert with the glass sunroof in its raised position, otherwise the mechanism will be dam-aged. < Opening, closing ...

Co n tr o ls 43 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Sports Wagon: Panorama glass sunroof The panorama glass sunroof is ready for opera-tion with the ignition switched on, refer to page 58 . To prevent injuries, exer...

Opening and closing 44 Moving manually In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can move the roof manually: 1. Fold back the cover, using the screwdriver from the toolkit at the points indicated if necessary, refer to page 211 . 2. Remove the Allen key from the mounting next to the toolkit and...

Co n tr o ls 45 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Adjustments Sitting safely The ideal sitting position can make a vital con-tribution to relaxed, fatigue-free driving. In the interaction with the safety belts, th...

Adju stmen ts 46 Seats Note before adjusting Never attempt to adjust your seat while the vehicle is moving. The seat could respond with unexpected movement, and the ensuing loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident. Also on the passenger side, do not incline the backrest too far to the rear ...

Co n tr o ls 47 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity The upper hips and spinal column receive sup-plementary support to help you maintain a relaxed, upright sitting position. > Increase or decrease curvature: push...

Adju stmen ts 48 Safety feature 1. Close the driver's door and switch the igni-tion on or off. 2. Press the desired memory button 1 or 2 and maintain pressure until the adjustment process has been completed. If the button was pressed inadvertently: press the button again; the LED goes out. Activatin...

Co n tr o ls 49 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity With the comfort seat, use the shoulder support to set the distance to the back of the head. Adjusting side extensions in comfort seat You can fold the side extens...

Adju stmen ts 50 Releasing 1. Grasp the belt firmly. 2. Press the red button in the buckle. 3. Guide the belt into its reel. The shoulder strap's anchorage point will be correct for adult seat occupants of every build if the seat is correctly adjusted, refer to page 46 . The two rear safety belt buc...

Co n tr o ls 51 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Active seat ventilation* The system progresses one step through the control sequence each time you press the but-ton.To switch off: press the button longer. The hi...

Adju stmen ts 52 Tilting down passenger-side exterior mirror – automatic parking function* Activating 1. Slide switch into the driver's side mirror position, arrow 1 . 2. Engage reverse gear or selector lever posi-tion R. The mirror glass tilts downward somewhat on the passenger's side. This allows ...

Co n tr o ls 53 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Programmable buttons* on steering wheel You can program the buttons individually.The setting is stored for the remote control cur-rently in use.iDrive, for explana...

Transporting child ren safely 54 Transporting children safely The right place for children Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, otherwise they could endanger themselves and other persons, e.g. by opening the doors. < Children always in the rear Accident research shows that the safest ...

Co n tr o ls 55 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Locking safety belt 1. Secure the child restraint system with the belt. 2. Pull out the belt webbing completely. 3. Allow the belt webbing to be pulled in and pull...

Transporting child ren safely 56 2. Guide the tether strap through the opening. 3. Fold back the center armrest. 4. Hook in the tether strap on the mounting point. On the Sports Wagon, also guide the tether strap between the backrest and the roll-up cover on all rear seats. LATCH child-restraint fix...

Co n tr o ls 57 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity On trips If the vehicle is equipped with rear side airbags, make sure that children do not lean out of the child's seat towards the door panels. Otherwise injuries...

Driving 58 Driving Ignition lock Insert the remote control as far as possible into the ignition lock. > Radio readiness switches on. Some current consumers are ready for operation. > The electric steering-wheel lock audibly unlocks. Before moving the vehicle, insert the remote control into the...

Co n tr o ls 59 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Starting engine Do not run the engine in closed rooms, otherwise the inhaling of toxic exhaust gases can cause unconsciousness and death. The exhaust gases contain...

Driving 60 Switching off engine Do not remove the remote control from the ignition lock while the vehicle is roll- ing, otherwise the steering wheel lock would engage while steering. When leaving the vehicle, always take the remote control with you. When parking on a downhill incline, apply the hand...

Co n tr o ls 61 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Reverse gear Select only when the vehicle is stationary. When pressing the gearshift lever to the left, overcome some resistance. SMG Sequential Manual Transmissio...

Driving 62 In the following situations, SMG thinks for you: > Upshifts and downshifts are executed only when they will result in a plausible combina-tion of engine and vehicle speed; thus, for example, a downshift that would cause the engine to overrev will not be executed by the system. > Whe...

Co n tr o ls 63 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Acceleration assistant The acceleration assistant enables optimized vehicle acceleration at racing car level on road surfaces with good adhesion when starting off....

Driving 64 Kick-down The kick-down mode provides maximum accel-eration: press the accelerator pedal beyond the full-throttle resistance point. Sport program and manual operation M/S Move selector lever from position D toward the left into the M/S shifting slot: The sport program is activated and DS ...

Co n tr o ls 65 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Triple turn signal activation Press the lever to the resistance point; the turn signal flashes three times.You can activate or deactivate this function.iDrive, for...

Driving 66 Cleaning windshield, headlamps* and BMW Night Vision camera* Pull the lever, arrow 4 . The system sprays washer fluid against the windshield and activates the wipers for a brief period.With the vehicle lighting switched on, the head-lamps and the BMW Night Vision camera are also cleaned s...

Co n tr o ls 67 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Otherwise you could loose control of the vehi-cle and cause an accident. < One lever for all functions 1 Maintaining speed, storing speed, and accelerating 2 Ma...

Driving 68 Especially on longer trips, the system can reduce fatigue and tension, while increasing your enjoyment of driving. Please use it safely and responsibly.In addition to holding a steady cruising speed, if you encounter slower vehicles ahead, active cruise control will, within the scope of g...

Driving 70 Use good judgment to select the appro-priate following distance given road con- ditions, traffic, applicable laws and driving rec-ommendations for a safe following distance. < Deactivate system Press the lever up or down. The displays in the instrument cluster disappear.You also deacti...

Co n tr o ls 71 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Warning lamps The display 2 flashes red and a sig- nal sounds. The system requests that you intervene by braking or with an evasive maneuver. The active cruise con...

Driving 72 system will neither automatically brake, nor pro-vide a warning to you. Also, be aware that every decrease in the distance setting allows your vehicle to come closer to a vehicle in front of you and requires a heightened amount of alert-ness. < If while your vehicle is actively followi...

Co n tr o ls 73 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity case, you can choose to overcome the deceler-ation by briefly pressing the accelerator pedal. Driver interventions Anytime the driver presses down on the accelerat...

E ve ryth ing un de r co nt rol 74 Everything under control Odometer, outside temperature display, clock 1 Time, outside temperature and data 2 Odometer and trip odometer 3 Press button: > with ignition switched on, trip odometer is reset > briefly display the time, outside temper-ature and od...

Co n tr o ls 75 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Energy Control Displays the current fuel consumption. This allows you to see whether your current driving style is conducive to fuel economy with mini-mum exhaust ...

Co n tr o ls 77 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity 3. Select "Car Data" and press the controller. 4. Select "Trip computer" and press the con-troller. > Departure time > Driving time > Dist...

E ve ryth ing un de r co nt rol 78 4. Select "Service requirements" and press the controller. 5. Select "Status" and press the controller. The display shows a list of selected service and maintenance procedures, as well as legally mandated inspections.You can request more detailed in...

Co n tr o ls 79 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity 9. Press the controller to apply the setting. The year is highlighted. 10. Turn the controller to make the adjustment. 11. Press the controller to apply the settin...

E ve ryth ing un de r co nt rol 80 To hide these Check Control messages: Press the CHECK button on turn signal lever. Displaying stored Check Control messages 1. Hold the button down: The first stored message is displayed. 2. Press the button: When the button is pressed again, a differ-ent message i...

Co n tr o ls 81 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity The symbols also indicate the status of the ser-vice requirements display, refer to page 77 . Displays after completion of trip Malfunction reports generated durin...

E ve ryth ing un de r co nt rol 82 4. Select "Stopwatch" and press the control-ler. Starting, stopping or resetting > Select "Start" and press the controller. The stopwatch starts at the displayed time. > Select "Reset" and press the controller. The stopwatch is reset a...

Co n tr o ls 83 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity 2. Turn the controller until "Time" is selected and press the controller. 3. Turn the controller until "Set time" is selected and press the control...

Co n tr o ls 85 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Technology for comfort, convenience and safety PDC Park Distance Control* The concept The PDC assists you when you are parking. Acoustic signals and an optical dis...

Te ch nolo gy fo r co mfort , c o nve n ie nc e an d sa fe ty 86 iDrive, for explanation of principle, refer to page 16 . 1. Open the start menu. 2. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. Select "Vehicle settings" and press the controller. 4. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the c...

Co n tr o ls 87 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity driver. Therefore, do not reduce the additional safety margin further by taking risks. < Deactivating DSC Press the button until the DSC indicator lamp in the i...

Te ch nolo gy fo r co mfort , c o nve n ie nc e an d sa fe ty 88 HDC Hill Descent Control on 525xi, 530xi The concept HDC is a system for driving downhill in steep terrain. This system reduces vehicle speed on steep downhill gradients, thus allowing you to maintain even better control of your BMW un...

Co n tr o ls 89 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Malfunction If the HDC display goes out in the HDC mode or is not shown:HDC is temporarily not available, as the brake temperature is too high. Dynamic Drive* The ...

Co n tr o ls 91 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity If the tire inflation pressure in all four tires is correct, the Flat Tire Monitor may not have been initialized. The system must then be initialized. < 3. In t...

Te ch nolo gy fo r co mfort , c o nve n ie nc e an d sa fe ty 94 Malfunction The warning lamp lights up yellow and a message is shown on the Control Dis-play. The active steering is no longer operational. At low speeds, greater steering wheel movements are required, whereas at higher speeds, the veh...

Te ch nolo gy fo r co mfort , c o nve n ie nc e an d sa fe ty 100 3. Select the menu item and press the control-ler: > "End Night Vision": Deactivate BMW Night Vision. > "Zoom": At higher speeds, the image is zoomed in. > "Curve mode": Depending on the steering angle...

Co n tr o ls 101 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Lamps Parking lamps/low beams 0 Lights off and daytime running lamps * 1 Parking lamps and daytime running lamps * 2 Low beams 3 Automatic headlamp control * , da...

La mp s 102 4. Select "Lighting" and press the controller. 5. Select "Pathway lighting" and press the controller. 6. Turn the controller to select the desired duration. 7. Press the controller to apply the setting. Daytime running lamps* If desired, the light switch can remain in pos...

La mp s 104 Fog lamps* The parking lamps or low beams must be switched on for the fog lamps to operate. The green indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up whenever the fog lamps are on.The fog lamps are switched off whenever the high beams are switched on. If the automatic headlamp control...

Co n tr o ls 105 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Climate Automatic climate control 1 Airflow directed toward the windshield and side windows 2 Air for the upper body region, refer to Front ventilation on page 10...

Climate 106 The current setting for air distribution is dis-played on the Control Display. A congenial climate The AUTO program offers the optimum air dis-tribution and air volume for virtually all condi-tions, refer to AUTO program below. Now you only need to select an interior temperature pleasant...

Climate 108 body. Therefore, open these vents for maxi-mum cooling. AUC Automatic recirculated-air control/recirculated-air mode You can respond to pollutants or unpleasant odors in the immediate environment by suspending the supply of outside air. The system then recircu-lates the air currently wit...

Co n tr o ls 109 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Rear ventilation 1 Knurled wheel to smoothly open and close air vents 2 Knurled wheel to adjust the temperature: > Turn toward blue: colder > Turn toward re...

Climate 110 5. Move the controller to the left or right to select "Timer 1" or "Timer 2". 6. Select the time and press the controller. The first time setting is highlighted. 7. Turn the controller to make the adjustment. 8. Press the controller to apply the setting. The next setting ...

Co n tr o ls 111 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Practical interior accessories Integrated universal remote control* The concept The integrated universal remote control can replace as many as three hand-held tra...

Practical interi or acc ess orie s 112 The corresponding memory button 1 is now programmed with the signal of the original hand-held transmitter.You can operate the system when the engine is running or when the ignition is switched on. If the device can not be used after repeated programming, check ...

Co n tr o ls 113 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Glove compartment Opening Pull the handle. The light in the glove compart-ment switches on. To prevent injury in the event of an acci-dent while the vehicle is be...

Practical interi or acc ess orie s 114 Accessing lower compartment Press the button at the front and fold the upper compartment or the telephone cradle upward. Ventilating lower compartment Push the slide in the lower compartment upward. Depending on the automatic climate con-trol setting, the tempe...

Co n tr o ls 115 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Ashtray, front Opening Slide back the cover. Emptying Push the ashtray toward the front: the ashtray lifts and can be removed. Cigarette lighter, front Press in t...

Practical interi or acc ess orie s 116 In front passenger footwell Access to socket:Fold open the cover. Sedan: In luggage compartment Access to socket:Fold open the cover. Sports Wagon: In cargo area Access to socket:Fold open the cover. Center armrest, rear Storage tray: Pull the cover upward, arr...

Co n tr o ls 117 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity 3. To unlock the rear seat back, pull the corre-sponding lever in the luggage compart-ment. 4. The unlocked rear seat back moves forward slightly. Fold the seat b...

Practical interi or acc ess orie s 118 Reach into the recess and pull toward the front. When you fold back the backrest, be sure that the catch engages securely. The red warning indicator disappears in the recess when the catch is engaged. If it is not properly engaged, transported cargo could enter...

Co n tr o ls 119 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Opening: reach into the recess and swing up the handle.The floor panel flap can be locked.The partitions in the compartment can be rear-ranged. Folding up spare t...

Practical interi or acc ess orie s 120 around and endanger occupants, e.g. during braking or evasive maneuvers. < Ski bag* Designed for safe, clean transport of up to 4 pairs of standard skis or up to 2 snowboards.With the ski bag you can stow skis with a length of up to 6.9 ft/2.10 m. When skis ...

Driving tips This section is designed to provide you with extra support by supplying information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating conditions. Driving tips Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG

Things to re memb er when driving 124 Things to remember when driving Break-in period Moving parts need breaking-in time to adjust to each other. To ensure that your vehicle contin-ues to provide optimized economy of operation throughout an extended service life, we request that you devote careful a...

D riv in g ti ps 125 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Mobile communications devices in vehicle BMW discourages the use of mobile communications devices, e. g. mobile phones, inside the vehicle without a direct con-ne...

Things to re memb er when driving 126 Do not drive with your foot resting on the brake pedal. Even light but consistent pedal pressure can lead to high temperatures, brake wear and possibly even brake failure. < Driving in wet conditions When roads are wet or there is heavy rain, briefly exert ge...

Things to re memb er when driving 128 > Sports Wagon: Use the separation net to protect the occu-pants, refer to page 118 . Make sure that objects cannot penetrate through the sepa-ration net. Wrap sharp-edged or pointed objects which could strike the rear window while driving. Securing cargo >...

Navigation This chapter describes how you can enter destinations and specify your route so that your navigation system guides you reliably to your destination. Navigation Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG

S tart ing navi gatio n s y st em 132 Starting navigation system Your navigation system can use satellites to ascertain the precise position of your vehicle and guide you reliably to any destination you enter. Navigation DVD The navigation system requires a special navi-gation DVD. The latest versio...

Na v iga ti on D riv in g ti ps 133 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Destination entry In entering your destination you can select from among the following options: > Entering a destination manually, see below > Entering dest...

Destination entry 134 3. Select "Enter address" and press the con-troller. The system also supports you with the follow-ing features: > If you do not enter a street, the system will guide you to the downtown area of a town or city. > You can skip the entry of country and local-ity if t...

Na v iga ti on D riv in g ti ps 135 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity 5. Change to the third field from the top if nec-essary. Turn the controller until the town or city name is selected from the list and press the controller. Enter...

Destination entry 136 1. Change to upper field. The arrow is selected. 2. Turn the controller to the right until the request for the entry of a street in the coun-try appears and press the controller. 3. Change to the second field from the top and enter the street. Entering house number All house nu...

Na v iga ti on D riv in g ti ps 137 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Selecting country Say the name of the destination country in the language of the voice input system. Entering destination To enter the destination, spell it using...

Destination entry 138 3. Select "Input map" and press the controller. A section of a map is displayed on the Con-trol Display: > During destination guidance, around the current destination > With the destination guidance deacti-vated, around the last destination entered 4. Select desti...

Na v iga ti on D riv in g ti ps 139 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity 4. Select location: > "On destination" > "On location" > "On a new destination" 5. Press the controller. 6. Make your selection, ...

Destination entry 140 Editing destination list 1. Select the desired destination in the desti-nation list and press the controller. 2. The selected destination can be edited: > Save entry:Select "Add to address book". > Display information on destination:Select "Information on dest...

Destination entry 142 4. Select "Delete data" and press the control-ler. 5. Select "Delete address book" and press the controller. 6. Select "Yes" and press the controller. Storing home address You can save your current position or the cur-rent destination as the home address...

Na v iga ti on D riv in g ti ps 143 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity 3. Select a route criterion for the route: > "With highways"Freeways and major traffic arteries are given priority > "Avoid highways"Freeway...

Destination guidance 144 Destination guidance Starting destination guidance iDrive, for explanation of principle, refer to page 16 . 1. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the controller until "Navigation" is selected and press the controller. 2. Select a destination from the destinatio...

Na v iga ti on D riv in g ti ps 145 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity When you park the vehicle before reaching the entered destination, the following the question is displayed before beginning the next trip:"Continue guidance t...

Destination guidance 146 To exit the menu: Select the arrow and press the controller. Displaying map display You can have your current position displayed on a map. After starting the destination guidance, the planned route is shown on the map. 1. Select "Navigation" and press the control-ler...

Na v iga ti on D riv in g ti ps 147 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity 1. Select "Navigation" and press the control-ler. 2. Change into the third field from the top. Turn the controller until "Route list" is selected ...

Destination guidance 148 1. Repeat the last voice instruction, if neces-sary. 2. Turn the button during the voice instruction to select the desired volume. This volume is independent of the volume of the audio sources.The setting is stored for the remote control cur-rently in use. Bypassing route se...

Entertainment Operation of the radio and CD as well as their tone settings are described in this chapter. Entertainment Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG

On /o ff a n d t o n e 152 On/off and tone The following audio sources have shared con-trols and setting options: > Professional radio * or Business radio > CD player > CD changer * Controls The audio sources can be operated using: > Buttons in the area of the CD player > iDrive > ...

Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t D riv in g ti ps 153 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s M o bi lity From another menu, you can switch directly to the screen last displayed, refer to Comfort opening of menu items on page 18 . < The selected audio source is sto...

On /o ff a n d t o n e 154 2. Move the controller to the left or right to select "Treble" or "Bass". 3. Turn the controller until the desired setting is selected. Balance and fader You can adjust the volume distribution in the same manner as "Treble / Bass". > "Balance...

Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t D riv in g ti ps 155 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s M o bi lity Equalizer* You can set individual sound frequency ranges. 1. Select "Equalizer" and press the controller. 2. Move the controller to the left or right to s...

Ra di o 156 Radio Your radio provides reception the FM and AM wavebands. Listening to radio Press the button if the sound output is switched off.iDrive, for explanation of principle, refer to page 16 . 1. Press the button. This opens the start menu. 2. Move the controller backwards to open "Ente...

Ra di o 158 3. Select "Autostore" and press the controller."Set" is selected. 4. Press the controller.Other menu items are displayed. 5. Select "Autostore" and press the controller. The display of the stations with the strongest reception is updated. The frequencies of the st...

Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t D riv in g ti ps 159 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s M o bi lity Changing a memory position 1. Select "Presets" and press the controller. 2. Select the desired station."Set" is selected. 3. Press the controller....

Ra di o 160 the routine weather news and transmits special warning messages instead. If you have a ques-tion about NOAA Weather Radio, please con-tact the nearest office of the National Weather Service. Details are also provided on the Inter-net at www.nws.noaa.gov. Calling up weather news flashes 1...

Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t D riv in g ti ps 161 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s M o bi lity Updating stations offering digital reception If you are on a longer journey and leave the transmission range of the stations originally set, you can update the li...

Ra di o 162 Enabling or disabling channels iDrive, for explanation of principle, refer to page 16 . 1. Press the button. This opens the start menu. 2. Move the controller backwards to open "Entertainment". 3. Select "SAT". 4. Press the controller. The channels are displayed. These ch...

Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t D riv in g ti ps 165 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s M o bi lity CD player and CD changer Listening to CDs Compressed audio files* CDs with compressed audio files, i.e. MP3, can be played by the CD player, but not by the CD cha...

CD player and CD changer 166 5. Change to the second field from the top if necessary. Turn the controller until the desired CD, CD 1 - 6, is selected and press the controller. At the end of the last track, the next CD will be selected.If new CDs have been placed in the CD maga-zine, playback starts ...

Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t D riv in g ti ps 167 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s M o bi lity To exit from the menu: Select the arrow and press the controller. Displaying information on track* With compressed audio files, you can display any information st...

CD player and CD changer 168 Repeating a track 1. Select "Set" and press the controller.Other menu items are displayed. 2. Select "Repeat" and press the controller. The current track on the CD is repeated.To stop repeating: 1. Press the controller again. 2. Select "Repeat" an...

Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t D riv in g ti ps 169 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s M o bi lity Compressed audio files* 1. Select the current track and press the con-troller. 2. Select the desired menu item: > To play all tracks of the current directory i...

CD player and CD changer 170 Notes BMW CD/DVD players and changers are officially designated Class 1 laser prod- ucts. Do not operate if the cover is damaged, otherwise severe eye damage can result.Do not use self-recorded CDs/DVDs with labels applied as these can become detached during playback due...

Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t D riv in g ti ps 171 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s M o bi lity External audio device You can connect an external audio device, e.g. an MP3 player, and play the sound via the vehi-cle loudspeakers. The sound can be adjusted wi...

Communications This chapter summarizes how to operate your mobile phone using iDrive or voice control and how to use BMW Assist or TeleService. Communications Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG

Telep h oning 174 Telephoning The concept Your BMW is equipped with a full mobile phone preparation package. After logging on a suitable mobile phone on the vehicle once, you can operate the mobile phone via iDrive, with the buttons on the steering wheel and by voice.A mobile phone that has been log...

175 En te rt a in m e n t Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on M o bi lity Making calls with car phone: BMW Assist calls You can use the car phone via the hands-free system for BMW Assist calls.When the status information "Communicat...

Telep h oning 176 Preparation with mobile phone 6. Additional operations must be carried out on the mobile phone and differ depending on the model, refer to the operating instruc-tions of your mobile phone, e.g. find, con-nect or link under Bluetooth device. Logging on Depending on your mobile phone...

Telep h oning 178 4. Select "Communication settings" and press the controller. 5. Select "Bluetooth" and press the controller. 6. Select "Settings" and press the controller. The Bluetooth link is activated. 7. Select "Bluetooth communication active" and press the cont...

Telep h oning 180 You can select the desired subscriber from the list and establish the connection.Five lists are available: > "A - Z" The entries of the mobile-phone phone book, consisting of the name and phone number, are sorted alphabetically. > "Top 8"The eight numbers call...

Telep h oning 182 3. Select "BMW Contact" and press the con-troller. 4. Select "BMW Contact Numbers" and press the controller. 5. Select one of the following menu items and press the controller: > "Roadside Assistance" > "Customer Relations" > "Service Re...

Telep h oning 184 Example: dialing phone numbers Start the dialog:Press the button on the steering wheel. Adjusting volume You can adjust the volume for the instructions from the system: Turn the button during an instruction to select the desired volume.This volume for the instructions is maintained...

185 En te rt a in m e n t Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on M o bi lity Creating and editing voice phone book* Save entry:An entry always consists of a name and phone number. Delete entry:You can delete any entry from the voice phone ...

Telep h oning 186 Mounting/removing snap-in adapter 1. Press the area 1 around the button and remove the cover. 2. Insert the snap-in adapter at the front and press down until it engages. To remove the snap-in adapter:Press the area 1 around the button. Inserting mobile phone 1. Remove the protectiv...

187 En te rt a in m e n t Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on M o bi lity TeleService , BMW Assist TeleService TeleService supports you when communicat-ing with a BMW center. The built-in car phone can be used to transmit data regarding...

Te leServ ice, BMW Assis t 188 3. Select "Communication settings" and press the controller. 4. Select "BMW Service settings" and press the controller. 5. Select "Service Status" and press the con-troller. 6. Select "Enable services" and press the con-troller. TeleServ...

189 En te rt a in m e n t Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on M o bi lity 5. Select "Service notification" and press the controller. Breakdown assistance You can call Roadside Assistance * of the BMW Group should you require hel...

Te leServ ice, BMW Assis t 190 5. Select desired BMW service: > "Service Request" > "Customer Relations" 6. Press the controller. 7. Select "Start service" and press the con-troller. Contact to the desired BMW service will be established. Adapting TeleService or BMW Ass...

191 En te rt a in m e n t Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on M o bi lity Displaying vehicle data When TeleService or BMW Assist is activated, the license plate and the vehicle identification number of your vehicle can be displayed. 1. ...

Mobility This section helps you maintain your mobility by supplying important information on vital topics including fuels and lubricants, wheels and tires, service, maintenance and breakdown assistance. Mobility Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG

R e fueling 194 Refueling Always switch off the engine before refu-eling, otherwise no fuel can be filled into the tank and a message is displayed. < When handling fuel, always observe all applicable precautionary measures and regulations. Never transport reserve fuel con-tainers in the vehicle. ...

M o bi lity 195 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t When refueling, insert the filler nozzle com-pletely into the filler pipe. Avoid raising the filler nozzle during refueling, as otherwise this leads to > prema...

Wh eels and tire s 196 Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressure Information for your safety The condition of the tires and the maintenance of the specified tire pressure are crucial not only to the tire's service life, but also to driving com-fort and most importantly, driving safety. Checking press...

M o bi lity 199 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t 550i Tire identification marks Knowledge of the labeling on the side of the tire makes it easier to identify and choose the right tires. Tire size Speed letter Q ...

M o bi lity 201 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t Tire condition Inspect your tires frequently for tread wear, signs of damage and for foreign objects lodged in the tread. Check the tread depth. Minimum tread dep...

Wh eels and tire s 202 Retreaded tires BMW does not recommend that you use retreaded tires, as driving safety may be impaired. The causes for this include the possi-bly different tire casing structures and the often wide variations in their age, which can result in a limited service life. < The r...

Under t h e ho od 204 Under the hood Never attempt to perform any service or repair operations on your vehicle without the required professional technical training. If you do not know what repair procedures to follow, have work on your vehicle done only by your BMW center or a workshop that works ac...

M o bi lity 205 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t Engine compartment 1 Filler neck for engine oil, refer to Adding engine oil 2 Brake fluid reservoir, located beneath the microfilter cover 3 Starting-aid terminal...

Under t h e ho od 206 4. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the controller until "Service requirements" is selected and press the controller. 5. Change to the second field from the top if necessary. Turn the controller until "Engine oil level" is selected and press the control-...

M o bi lity 207 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t Your BMW center will be happy to answer detailed questions on BMW High Perfor- mance Synthetic Oil or approved synthetic oils. < You can also call BMW of North...

Under t h e ho od 208 Brake pads The warning lamp lights red up in spite of the handbrake being released; a message is shown on the Control Dis- play. The brake pads have reached their mini-mum pad thickness. Have brake pads replaced immediately. Display of the previously described malfunction on Ca...

M o bi lity 209 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t Maintenance BMW maintenance system The BMW maintenance system supports the preservation of the traffic and operating safety of your BMW. The service schedule also...

Maintenance 210 Socket for OBD Onboard Diagnostics interface Components which are decisive for the exhaust-gas composition can be checked via the OBD socket with a device.This socket is located to the left on the driver's side, on the underside of the instrument panel under a cover. Exhaust-gas valu...

M o bi lity 211 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t Replacing components Onboard toolkit Sedan The onboard toolkit is located in the luggage compartment lid.Loosen the wing nut to open. Sports Wagon The onboard too...

Replacing components 212 Lamps and bulbs Lamps and bulbs make an essential contribu-tion to vehicle safety. You must be duly diligent in replacing them. BMW recommends having your BMW center perform any work that you do not feel competent to perform yourself or that is not described here. Never touc...

M o bi lity 215 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t Lamps in luggage compartment lid License plate lamp Bulb 5 watts, C 5 W 1. Insert screwdriver into the slot and press to the right, refer to arrows. This releases...

Replacing components 216 Sports Wagon: removing and installing floor panel flap of storage area package 1. Unhook the roll-up cover at the rear. 2. Raise the floor panel flap. 3. Unhook the two catch straps at the top. 4. Unlock the gas spring strut, refer to arrow, and remove. 5. Fold over the floo...

M o bi lity 217 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t face of the jack base rests on the ground perpendicularly beneath the jacking point. The vehicle jack is designed for changing wheels only. Do not attempt to rais...

Replacing components 218 Disposal Have old batteries disposed of by your BMW center or hand them in to a recy- cling center. Maintain the battery in an upright position for transport and storage. Always restrain the battery to prevent it from tipping over during transport. < Power failure After a...

M o bi lity 219 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t Giving and receiving assistance Emergency call Conditions for an emergency call: > Full preparation package mobile phone.With this equipment, an emergency call...

Giving and receiv ing as sistance 220 Sports Wagon Release the two quick-release fasteners and fold down the trim piece. First-aid kit* Some of the articles contained in the first-aid kit have a limited service life. Therefore, check the expiration dates of the contents regularly and replace the con...

M o bi lity 221 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t Preparation 1. Check whether the battery of the other vehicle has a voltage of 12 Volts and approximately the same capacitance in Ah. This information can be foun...

Giving and receiv ing as sistance 222 Sedan: It is located in the toolkit in the luggage com-partment lid, refer to page 211 . Sports Wagon: It is located in the toolkit behind the left side panel in the cargo area, refer to page 211 . Use only the tow fitting provided with the vehicle and screw it ...

Reference This chapter contains the technical data, the short commands of the voice command system, and the index that will direct you as quickly as possible to the information you are looking for. Reference Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG

Technical data 226 Technical data Engine data 525i/xi 530i/xi 550i Displacement cu in/cm µ 182.8/2,996 182.8/2,996 292.8/4,799 No. of cylinders 6 6 8 Maximum output hp 215 255 360 at engine speed rpm 6,250 6,600 6,300 Maximum torque lb ft/Nm 185/251 220/298 360/488 at engine speed rpm 2,750 2,750 3,...

Re fe re n c e 227 At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Dimensions All dimensions are given in inches/mm. Vehicle height with xDrive: 58.3 in/1,482 mmSmallest turning circle diam.: 37.5 ft/11.4 m, with xDrive 39 ft/11....

Technical data 228 All dimensions given in inches/mm. Smallest turning circle diam.: 39 ft/11.9 m Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG

Re fe re n c e 229 At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Weights Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight. Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight. Sedan 52...

Technical data 230 Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight. Capacities Sports Wagon 530xi Curb weight > Manual transmission lbs./kg 3,858/1,750 > Automatic transmission lbs./kg 3,891/1,765 Approved gross vehicle weight > Manual transmission lbs./kg 5,049/2,29...

Re fe re n c e 231 At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Short commands of voice command system With short commands you can carry out certain functions directly, regardless of which menu item is selected. Here are the i...

E verything from A to Z 236 Everything from A to Z Index "..." Identifies Control Display texts used to select individual functions, and indicates where to find them in the text. A ABS Antilock Brake System 86 ACC, refer to Active cruise control 67 Acceleration assistant for SMG Sequential M...

E verything from A to Z 238 BMW Assist 187 – enabling 187 – services offered 188 "BMW Contact" 182 "BMW Contact Numbers" 182 BMW homepage 4 BMW maintenance system 209 BMW Night Vision 98 – activating 99 – cleaning camera 100 – cleaning camera, refer to Wiper system 66 – deactivating ...

Refueling So that you will have important specifications available when you stop to refuel, we recom-mend that you supplement the following tables with data which apply to your vehicle. Consult the index for individual specifications. Fuel Engine oil Tire inflation pressure Designation Please enter ...