BMW 540I SEDAN SPORT WAGON El manual del propietario

Owner's Manual for the Vehicle. With a quick reference guide for your convenience. ContentsFrom A to ZOnline Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 155 42

Contents OverviewControls and features Cockpit 16Instrument cluster 18Indicator and warning lamps 22Multifunction steering wheel (MFL) 25Sports steer

100nThe conceptThe PDC assists you when you are parking. A signal warns you of the real distance to an obstacle. To do this, four ultrasonic sensors i

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview101nPark Distance Control (PDC)*The PDC does not remove the driver's personal responsibil

102nASC+T/DSC*Automatic Stability Control plus Traction (ASC+T)/Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)*These systems contribute to additional vehicle stabili

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview103nASC+T/DSC* Tire Pressure Control (RDC)*To reactivate the systemPress the button again; the

104nTire Pressure Control (RDC)*Loss of tire pressureIf, after a certain period of time, the air pressure has gone down significantly (which is normal

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview105nParking lamps (side marker lamps)With the switch in this position, vehicle lighting is ill

106nHigh beams/Parking lamps Fog lamps Interior lamps1 High beam (blue indicator lamp)2 Headlamp flasher (blue indicator lamp)3 Parking lamps Parking

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview107nInterior lamps Reading lampsFootwell lamps The footwell lamps operate in the same way as t

108n390us706Air conditioner Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 155 420 - © 01/01 BMW Group

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview109nAir conditioner1 Air flow directed toward the wind-shield and side windows2 Air flow for t

11n Controls and featuresOperation, care and maintenance Technology for safety and driving convenience: Park Distance Control (PDC) 100Automatic Stab

110nAir conditionerTips for a pleasant driving experienceTemperature 6 is recommended for a comfortable setting at 707 (226). Turn the air distributio

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview111nAir conditionerRecirculated air modeIf there are unpleasant odors in the outside air, you

112nAir conditionerMicrofilter The microfilter removes dust and pollen from the incoming air. Your BMW cen-ter will replace it during routine mainte-n

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview113nAir conditionerRapid heating 1 You can specify an interior tempera-ture comfortable for yo

114n390us704Automatic climate control*Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 155 420 - © 01/01 BMW Group

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview115nAutomatic climate control*1 Airflow directed toward the windshield and side windows2 Airfl

116nAutomatic climate control*Tips for pleasant drivingUse the automatic system, that is, press AUTO button 6. Select an interior temperature that is

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview117nAutomatic climate control*Air supplyIn the "AUTO" program, the airflow is contro

118nAutomatic climate control*> Left-hand indicator lamp on – AUC mode: the system recognizes pollut-ants in the outside air and blocks the flow of

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview119nAutomatic climate control*Seat heating*Rear passenger area ventilationRotary dial 1 opens

Contents Operation, care and maintenanceOwner service proceduresAdvanced technology Under the hood: Hood 159Engine compartment 160Washer fluids 164Wa

120nSteering wheel heating* Roller sun blind* Independent ventilation*To activate and cancel the steering wheel heater, press the button (arrow) with

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview121nThe conceptThe BMW Universal Transmitter re-places up to three hand-held transmit-ters tha

122nBMW Universal Transmitter*Programming1 Channel buttons2 Indicator lamp3 Receiver for programmingRead and comply with the safety precautions on pag

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview123nBMW Universal Transmitter*1 Program the BMW Universal Trans-mitter as described above unde

124n Glove compartment Storage facilities To open Pull the handle and the lamp comes on. To close Fold the cover up. To lock Use one of the master ke

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview125nCellular phone* Beverage holder*Handsfree systemOn vehicles with a telephone hookup*, the

126nAshtray, front Cigarette lighter*To openPress briefly in the direction indicated by the arrow.To extinguish a cigarette, tap off the ash and gentl

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview127nCigarette lighter* Ashtray, rearCigarette lighter socket Suitable for attaching power supp

128nThrough-loading system*The backrest of the rear seat is divided into two portions, one-third and two-thirds of the seat respectively. For stor-ing

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview129nSki bag*Designed for safe, convenient transport of up to 4 pairs of standard skis or up to

13n Technical dataIndex Engine specifications 218Dimensions 219Weights 221Capacities 223Electrical system 224Drive belts 224Everything from A to Z 22

130nSki bag*Loading1 Press the release button (arrow 1) to unlock the cover panel in the luggage compartment.2 Press the detent levers (arrows 2) in-w

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview131nSki bag*With through-loading system1 Fold the center armrest outward. Loosen the trim from

132nLuggage compartment – sport wagonFold down the rear backrestsReach into the recess and pull upward (arrow).The rear backrest is divided into two s

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview133nLuggage compartment – sport wagonRemoving the roll-up cover and partition net1 Press on th

134nLuggage compartment – sport wagonFloor compartmentTo open: press the handle in the recess and fold the cover upward on the han-dle (large arrow).Y

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview135nLuggage compartment – sport wagonRaise the cargo floorFor access to the compartment under

136nCargo loading Stowing cargoWhen transporting loads in your BMW:> Position heavy loads as far forward as possible – directly behind the backrest

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview137nRoof-mounted luggage rackMounting pointsAccess to the mounting points:To fold up the cover

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140nBreak-in procedureTo ensure that your vehicle provides maximum economy throughout a long service life, we request that you ob-serve the following.

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview141nDriving notesBrakes:Do not drive with your foot resting on the brake pedal. Even light but

142nCatalytic converterThe catalytic converter reduces harmful exhaust emissions, and is designed for use with unleaded fuel only.Even minute quantiti

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview143nAntilock Brake System (ABS)The conceptABS enhances active safety by helping to prevent the

144nAntilock Brake System (ABS) Disc brakesInformation for your safetyNot even ABS can suspend the laws of physics. The consequences of brake applicat

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview145nDisc brakesDriving notesWhen driving in wet conditions and in heavy rain, it is effective

146nBrake system Winter operationBrake fluid levelThe warning lamp for the brake hydraulic system comes on, or the "CHECK BRAKE FLUID" messa

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview147nWinter operationRubber seals and components In order to prevent the weather-strip-ping fro

148nWinter operation Power steering Level control system*Skid controlRelease the accelerator pedal and depress the clutch pedal. Countersteer carefull

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview149nCellular phone* Radio receptionMobile communications systems (cellu-lar phone, radio, etc.

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150nInformation for your safety The factory-approved radial tires are matched to the car and have been selected to provide optimum safety and driving

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview151nTire replacementTo maintain good handling and vehicle response, use only tires of a single

152nTire replacement Tire rotation Uniform Tire Quality GradingQuality grades can be found where ap-plicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoul

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview153nTire rotation Wheel and tire combinationsShould you decide to rotate the tires, it is esse

154nWheel and tire combinations Winter tiresWith all-season and winter tires:Q M+S = up to 100 mph (160 km/h)T M+S = up to 118 mph (190 km/h)H M+S =

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview155nWinter tires Snow chains*Do not exceed specified maximum speedsNever exceed the maximum sp

156nApproved wheel and tire specifications – sedanPay attention to the specifications for tires and wheels in the vehicle's docu-ments. If sizes

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview157nApproved wheel and tire specifications – sedanPay attention to the specifications for tire

158nApproved wheel and tire specifications – sport wagonTire specifications Steel rim(wheel rim)Light-alloy wheelBMW 525iAll season tires225/60 R 15 9

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview159nHoodTo unlockPull the lever located under the left-hand side of the instrument panel.Do no

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Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview161n1 Auxiliary terminal for jump starting 2002 Reservoir for brake fluid (under the housing o

162nEngine compartment – BMW 540i390us621Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 155 420 - © 01/01 BMW Group

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview163nEngine compartment – BMW 540i1 Reservoir for brake fluid (under the housing of the microfi

164nWasher fluids Washer nozzlesHeadlamp* and windshield washer system Capacity in US quarts (liters).Windshield washer:approx. 3.7 (3.5) – sedanappro

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview165nEngine oilChecking oil level1 Park the vehicle on a level surface.2 Shut the engine off af

166nEngine oilSpecified engine oils The quality of the engine oil selected has critical significance for the opera-tion and service life of an engine.

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview167nEngine oil CoolantComply with the applicable envi-ronmental laws regulating the dis-posal

168nCoolant Brake fluidAdding coolantWait until the engine cools before removing the cap from the expansion tank. The needle of the coolant temper-atu

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview169nVehicle Identification Number In the engine compartment, stamped on the right-hand strut d

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview 17n1 Parking lamps/Low beams 1052 > Turn signal 78 > Parking lamps 106 > High beams

170nThe BMW Maintenance System has been designed as a reliable means of providing maximum driving and operat-ing safety – and as cost-effectively as p

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview171nCaring for your carWashing your carYou can have your new BMW washed in an automatic car wa

172nCaring for your carExterior finishTo provide effective corrosion protec-tion, multilayer paintwork is applied at the factory. Cataphoretic immersi

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview173nCaring for your carCaring for the vehicle finishRegular washing is a preventive mea-sure a

174nCaring for your carWindow careYou can use window and glass cleaner to clean inside window surfaces and mirrors without smearing and streaking. Nev

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview175nCaring for your carLeather careThe leather* upholstery used by BMW is a natural product of

176nAirbags Vehicle storage 1 Front airbags on the driver and passenger sides2 Side impact Head Protection System on the driver and passenger sides (f

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview177nAny BMW center will be glad to inform you of the advisability, legal require-ments and fac

178nOBD interface socketThe Onboard Diagnostic (OBD) socket is located on the left of the driver's side at the bottom of the instrument panel and

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182nAttached to the underside of the luggage compartment lid/tailgate. Unscrew the wingnut for access.394de080Front1 Pull the wiper arm up slightly an

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview183nLamps and bulbsThe lamps and bulbs make essential contributions to the safety of your vehi

184nLamps and bulbsXenon lamps*The operating life of these lamp units is extremely long and the likelihood of fail-ure very low, provided that they ar

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview185nLamps and bulbsSide turn signal indicators5 watt bulb1 Use finger pressure against the rea

186nLamps and bulbsTail lamps – sedanRear lamp/side marker lamps: LEDsRemaining bulbs: 21 watts1 Turn signal indicator yellow2 Rear lamp/side marker l

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview187nLamps and bulbsLamps in the rear apron panel:1 Open the cover in the side panel.2 Turn the

188nLamps and bulbsLicense plate lamps5 watt bulb1 Insert a screwdriver into the slot and press to the left (arrow); this disen-gages the lamp.2 Remov

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview189nLamps and bulbsFootwell lamps5 watt bulb1 Use a screwdriver to press the lens out to the s

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview 19n Instrument cluster There are two versions, depending on the equipment on your vehicle.1

190nChanging a wheel Safety measures in the event of a flat tire or wheel change:Stop the vehicle as far as possible from passing traffic. Park on a f

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview191nChanging a wheel> Spare tire and adapter* for removing the lug bolt cover* (refer to th

192nChanging a wheel7 Position the jack at the jacking point closest to the flat tire so that the jack base is vertically below the jacking point and

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview193nChanging a wheel BatteryWhen storing the wheel, take care to ensure that you do not damage

194nBatteryNever allow sparks or open flame near the battery. Do not smoke in the vicinity of the battery. Avoid sparks from electrical cables or elec

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview195nBatteryReturn used batteries to a recycling point or your authorized BMW center. Maintain

196nFuses When an electrical accessory fails to operate, switch it off and inspect the fuse.In the glove compartment1 Open the glove compartment and t

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview197nFusesIn the luggage compartmentUse the handle to pull down the trim on the right wall.A li

198nManual release – sedan 1 Use the handle to lower the trim panel on the right side of the luggage compartment.2 Pull the knob with the fuel pumpsym

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview199nTailgate Manual release – sport wagon In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can r

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20n Instrument cluster *390us339Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 155 420 - © 01/01 BMW Group

200nNever use spray starter fluids.If the battery is discharged, the engine can be started with the use of two jumper cables and the battery of anothe

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview201nJump-starting Towing the vehicle 6 Start the engine of the support vehicle and let it run.

202nTowing the vehicleThe towed vehicle should always be the lighter of the two vehicles. If this is not the case, it is no longer possible to control

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206nDeceleration sensors continuously monitor the physical forces acting upon the vehicle. If, as the result of a frontal collision, vehicle decelerat

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview207nOn vehicles with automatic transmis-sion, Adaptive Transmission Control (ATC) uses a numbe

208nASC+T/DSC*Precision sensors monitor the number of revolutions of the wheels. When equipped with DSC, they also monitor steering angle, lateral acc

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview209nRadio receptionThe AM frequency bands (medium-wave, long-wave and short-wave) make it poss

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview 21n Instrument cluster * There are two versions, depending on the equipment on your vehicle.

210nBMW active seat* Safety belt tensionerBMW seats are configured for your orthopedic well-being. The active seat is an engineering enhancement of BM

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview211nDSP sound system* Mirrors with automatic dimmer*The DSP professional premium sound system

212nRain sensor*Depending on the degree of wetness on the windshield, the rain sensor controls the operation of the windshield wipers.Infrared light i

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview213nTire Pressure Control (RDC)* The Tire Pressure Control system (RDC) assumes the task of re

214nIntegrated rear suspension Level control system*The control arms on the patented inte-grated aluminum rear axle assembly are not mounted directly

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview215nXenon lamps*The xenon lamps light up the side and front areas of the vehicle with signifi-

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218nBMW 525i/sport wagon BMW 530i BMW 540i/sport wagonDisplacementNumber of cylinderscu in (cmm) 152.2 (2,494)6181.8 (2,979)6268.4 (4,398)8Maximum out

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview219n394us723Dimensions – sedanAll dimensions are given in inches (mm).Min. turning circle dia.

22nIndicator and warning lampsTechnology that monitors itselfMany of the systems of your BMW monitor themselves automatically, both during engine star

220nDimensions – sport wagon392us724All dimensions are given in inches (mm). Height with roof-mounted luggage rack*: 57.4 (1,459)Min. turning circle d

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview221nWeights – sedanBMW 525i BMW 530i BMW 540iCurb weight (with one person, ready for operation

222nWeights – sport wagonBMW 525i BMW 540iCurb weight (with one person, ready for operation, full tank of fuel, options not included)with manual trans

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview223nCapacities NotesFuel tankReservegal. (liters)gal. (liters)approx. 18.5 (approx. 70) approx

224nElectrical system Drive beltsBattery12 V, 90AhSpark plugsBosch FGR 7 DQP orNGK BKR 6 EQUPThis spark ignition system meets all requirements of the

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Everything from A to Z A ABS (Antilock Brake System) 23, 143Accessories 6Activated-charcoal filter 119Active seat 55, 210Adaptive Transmission Contro

Everything from A to Z 229n Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview Car jack 190 t Car keys 36Car Memory 60Car phones, refer to the

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview23nIndicator and warning lampsRed: an important reminderParking brake*Comes on when you engage

Everything from A to Z Door locks, care 146Doorsemergency release 38manual operation 38 t remote control 40unlocking and locking 38DOT Quality Grades

Everything from A to Z 231n Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview Height 219Height adjustmentseats 52steering wheel 56Help with ju

Everything from A to ZManual operationdoors 38tfuel filler door 198tluggage compartment lid/tailgate 43, 199sliding/tilt sunroof 198ttailgate 199tManu

Everything from A to Z233nIndex Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls OverviewRear wiper blade, blade replacement 182tRear-seat backrest, removabl

Everything from A to Zroll-up cover 132securing a load 136ski bag 131tail lamp assembly, bulb replacement 186ttailgate, manual release after electrica

Everything from A to Z235nIndex Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls OverviewUsed batteries 195Used oil, disposal 167VValve caps 154Vanity mirror

So that you will have important specifications available when you stop to refuel, we recommend that you supplement this table with data which apply to

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24nIndicator and warning lampsAutomatic Stability Control plus Traction (ASC+T)/Dynamic Sta-bility Control (DSC)* ● The ASC+T/DSC has been switched of

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview25nMultifunction steering wheel (MFL)The controls integrated in the multi-function steering wh

26nSports steering wheel*The controls integrated in the sports steering wheel are provided so that you can operate a number of accessories quickly and

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview27nHazard warning flashers Warning triangle* First-aid kit*The button flashes rhythmically whe

28nRefuelingFuel filler doorBefore refueling, shut the engine off. If the engine is running, fuel cannot be filled into the tank and the Service Engin

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview29nFuel specifications Tire inflation pressureThe engine uses lead-free gasoline only.Required

Congratulations, and thank you for choosing a BMW. Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide you with enhanced control and security when yo

30nTire inflation pressure sedan TiresAll pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi (kilopascal) with cold tires (cold = ambient tempe

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview31nTire inflation pressuresedan TiresAll pressure specifications in the table are indicated in

32nTire inflation pressuresport wagonTiresAll pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi (kilopascal) with cold tires (cold = ambient t

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34nLocks and security systems:Keys 36Electronic vehicle immobilizer 37Central locking system 38Opening and closing – from the outside 38With the key 3

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36nKeys1 The master keys with remote control determine the functions of the Key Memory. Refer to page 60.There is an extended-life battery in every ma

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview37nElectronic vehicle immobilizerThe key to security Your BMW is equipped with a passive anti-

38nCentral locking system Opening and closing – from the outsideThe conceptThe central locking system is ready for operation as soon as you close the

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview39nOpening and closing – from the outsideWith the remote controlThe remote control makes openi

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40nOpening and closing – from the outsideUnlocking and convenience opening modeTo release: press button 1.Press the button once to unlock the driver&a

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview41nOpening and closing – from the outsideTo open the luggage compartment lid/tailgatePress but

42nOpening and closing – from the insideYou can operate the central locking system with this button when the driver's door is closed. With this b

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview43nLuggage compartment lid/TailgateLock – sedan onlyOnly the master keys (refer to page 36) fi

44nLuggage compartment lid/TailgateOpening from inside the carYou can use this button to open the luggage compartment lid/tailgate when the vehicle is

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview45nLuggage compartment lid/TailgateClosing – sport wagonYou can pull the tailgate down by plac

46nLuggage compartmentLuggage strapsUse the straps on the floor of the luggage compartment to secure smaller items of luggage.Movement is reduced, whe

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview47nAlarm systemThe conceptThe vehicle alarm system responds:> When a door, the hood or the

48nAlarm system> If the indicator lamp flashes for 10 seconds when the system is disarmed: an attempted entry has been detected in the period since

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview49nElectric power windowsOpen and close windowsFrom ignition key position 1:> Depress the r

5n Status at time of printing BMW pursues a policy of continuous, ongoing development that is conceived to ensure that our vehicles continue to embod

50nElectric power windows Sliding/Tilt sunroof*Safety switchWith the safety switch, you can prevent the rear windows from being opened or closed via t

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview51nSliding/Tilt sunroof*Automatic* opening and closingPress the appropriate end of the control

52nFor maximum safety, please comply with the following instructions when ad-justing a seat:Never try to adjust your seat while operating the vehicle.

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview53nMechanical seat1 Forward/backward adjustmentPull the lever and slide the seat to the desire

54nBMW comfort seat*This seat allows you to make additional adjustments for:1 Lumbar support2 Shoulder supportLumbar supportYou can adjust the backres

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview55nBMW comfort seat* BMW sports seat* BMW active seat*Front passenger's seat adjusted for

56nAdjusting the steering wheel MirrorsThe steering wheel can be moved in any of four directions. Adjust by moving the control lever in the desired di

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview57nMirrorsThe mirror on the passenger's side features a lens with a more convex surface t

58nSeat, mirror and steering wheel memoryYou can store and call up three different seat, exterior mirror and steering wheel positions. The illustratio

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview59nSeat, mirror and steering wheel memoryPassenger side exterior mirror tilt function(automati

6n For your own safety Use unleaded gasoline only. Fuels containing up to 10% ethanol or other oxygenates with up to 2.8% oxy-gen by weight (that is,

60nCar Memory, Key MemoryHow the system functionsYou have probably frequently wished that you could configure individual functions of your vehicle to

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview61nDrive with your safety belt onFasten your safety belt at the beginning of every trip.To fas

62nAirbags Child restraint systems*Never install a rear-facing child restraint device on the front pas-senger seat. Otherwise, injuries could occur wh

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview63nAirbagsThe illustration depicts schematically the primary directions of vehicle impact whic

64nAirbagsDo not apply adhesive materials to the cover panels of the airbags, cover them or modify them in any other way.Do not install a rear-facing

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview65nAirbagsThis is the right way for a child to sit in a child restraint when rear side airbags

66nTransporting children safelyCommercially-available child restraint systems are designed to be secured with a lap belt or with the lap belt por-tion

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview67nTransporting children safelyOlder children should be tightly secured with a safety belt. Yo

68n0 Steering lock engagedThis is the only position in which the ignition key can be inserted and removed.After removing the key, turn the steer-ing w

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview69nStarting the engine Switching off the engineStarting the engine> Start the engine. Do no

7nThe following only applies to vehicles owned and operated in the US. REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which

70nParking brake Manual transmissionThe parking brake is primarily designed to prevent the vehicle from rolling while parked. It operates against the

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview71nManual transmissionBMW 540iEvery time you shift gears, always depress the clutch pedal all

72nAutomatic transmission*The automatic transmission of your BMW is equipped with Adaptive Trans-mission Control (ATC), a system which reacts with pre

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview73nAutomatic transmission*Before leaving the vehicle when the engine is running, shift the sel

74nAutomatic transmission*Electronic transmission control moduleIf the indicator lamp comes on or if the message "TRANS. FAILSAFE PROG" appe

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview75nAutomatic transmission with Steptronic*You can drive just as you do with a nor-mal automati

76nAutomatic transmission with Steptronic*Before leaving the vehicle when the engine is running, shift the se-lector lever to the "Park" or

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview77nAutomatic transmission with Steptronic*Upshifts or downshifts will be carried out by the AT

78nIndicator/Headlamp flasher Wiper/Washer system1 High beam (blue indicator lamp)2 Headlamp flasher (blue indicator lamp)3 Turn signal indicator (gr

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview79nWiper/Washer systemYou can leave the lever permanently in position 1. It is then only neces

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80nWiper/Washer system Rear window defrosterRear window wiper – sport wagon0 Rest position of the rear window wiper1 Rear window wiper in intermittent

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview81nCruise controlYou can store and automatically main-tain any desired vehicle speed above app

82nCruise controlTo interrupt the cruise controlWhen the system is activated, press button 1. The indicator lamp stays on. You can use the cruise cont

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview83n1 OdometerYou can activate the displays shown in the illustration with the ignition key in

84nTachometer Energy control Fuel gaugeNever allow the engine to operate with the needle in the red overspeed zone of the gauge.To protect the engine,

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview85nCoolant temperature gauge Service Interval DisplayBlueThe engine is still cold. Drive at mo

86nCheck ControlGraphic display*The following alerts or status messages are displayed symbolically from ignition key position 2 and up until the defec

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview87nCheck Control> RELEASE PARKINGBRAKE> COOLANT TEMPERATUREThe coolant is overheated. St

88nCheck Control> CHECK LOWBEAM LIGHTSCHECK SIDE LIGHTSCHECK REAR LIGHTSCHECK FRONT FOGLAMPSCHECK LICPLATE LIGHTCHECK HIGHBEAM LIGHTSCHECK BACK UP

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview89nComputerMode selectionFrom ignition key position 1 and up, you can call up information from

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90nComputerCancel displayIf the button in the turn signal lever is pressed briefly while the average speed is displayed, the computer display can be h

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview91nMulti-Information Display (MID)*Central displayThe MID serves as the central display and op

92nDigital clock in the MID*Only make inputs when the vehi-cle is standing still – to avoid endangering yourself or other road users.<To call up ti

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview93nDigital clock in the MID*Reminder signalYou can program a reminder signal (Memo) to be hear

94nDigital clock in the MID*Enter the switch-on times for the independent ventilation*You can enter two different switch-on times. The ventilation wil

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview95nComputer in the MID*Only make inputs when the vehicle is standing still – to avoid endanger

96nComputer in the MID*Adopting the current speed as the speed limit:Press the right side of the button.Press.Press twice at right. Deactivating the s

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview97nComputer in the MID*Estimated time of arrivalWhen you have input the distance from your des

98nComputer in the MID*SpeedYou can call up a display of the vehicle's average speed.To start the calculation, select the SPEED function with the

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview99nComputer in the MID*After three incorrect code inputs, or three attempts to start the engin