Introduction -> Contents for your BMW 5 Series 1995-2003
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Overview
Controls and features
Operation, care
and maintenance
Owner service procedures
Advanced technology
Technical data
Index
Contents
Cockpit 16
Instrument cluster 18
Locks and security systems:
Keys 30
Electronic vehicle
Driving:
Steering/Ignition lock 61
Starting the engine 62
Switching off the engine 62
Parking brake 63
Indicator and warning lamps 20
Multifunction steering wheel
(MFL) 23
immobilizer 31
Central locking system 32
Opening and closing – from the
outside 32
Hazard warning flashers 24
Warning triangle 24
First-aid kit 24
Manual transmission 64
Turn signal indicator/Headlamp
flasher 64
Using the key 32
Refueling 25
Fuel specifications 26
Tire inflation pressure 26
Using the remote control 33
Opening and closing – from the
inside 36
Washer/Wiper system/Rain
sensor 65
Rear window defroster 67
Cruise control 67
Luggage compartment lid 37
Luggage compartment 39
Alarm system 40
Everything under control:
Odometer, outside temperature
display 69
Electric power windows 42
Sliding/Tilt sunroof 43
Tachometer 70
Engine oil temperature gauge 70
Fuel gauge 70
Adjustments:
Seats 45
Steering wheel 48
Mirrors 49
Coolant temperature gauge 71
Service Interval Display 71
Check Control 72
Seat, mirror and steering wheel
memory 50
Car Memory, Key Memory 52
Multi-Information Display
(MID) 75
Digital clock 76
Passenger safety systems:
Safety belts 53
Airbags 54
Computer 79
Transporting children safely 58
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Technology for safety and
driving convenience:
Interior conveniences:
BMW Universal Transmitter 103
Integrated rear-seat
Special operating instructions:
Break-in procedure 118
Driving notes 119
Park Distance Control (PDC) 84
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC) 86
equipment 106
Catalytic converter 120
Antilock Brake System
(ABS) 121
Glove compartment 107
Storage compartments 108
Cellular phones 108
Beverage holder 108
Ashtray, front 109
M Dynamic Driving Control 87
Tire Pressure Warning (RDW) 88
Disc brakes 123
Brake system 124
Lamps:
Winter operation 125
Power steering 127
Cellular phone 127
Radio reception 127
Side lamps/Low beams 90
Instrument rheostat 90
High beams/Parking lamps 91
Fog lamps 91
Cigarette lighter 110
Ashtray, rear 110
Loading and transporting
cargo:
Interior lamps 91
Reading lamps 92
Wheels and tires:
Tire inflation pressure 128
Tire condition 128
Tire replacement 129
Tire rotation 130
Through-loading system 111
Ski bag 112
Cargo loading 114
Controlling the climate for
pleasant driving:
Roof-mounted luggage rack 115
Automatic climate control 94
Integrated rear center
console 100
Wheel and tire
combinations 131
Special features of winter
tires 132
Seat heating 102
Roller sun blind 102
Independent ventilation
system 102
Snow chains 133
Approved wheel and tire
specifications 134
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Under the hood:
Hood 135
Replacement procedures:
Onboard tool kit 156
Windshield wiper blades 156
Lamps and bulbs 157
Repairing a flat tire 162
Battery 166
Airbags 176
Radio reception 176
BMW active seat 177
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC) 178
Engine compartment 136
Washer fluids 138
Washer nozzles 138
Engine oil 139
Safety belt tensioner 178
DSP sound system 179
Mirrors with
Coolant 141
Fuses 168
Brake fluid 142
Vehicle Identification
Number 143
In case of electrical
malfunction:
automatic dimmer 179
Integrated rear suspension 180
Rain sensor 180
Fuel filler door 170
Sliding/Tilt sunroof 170
Care and maintenance:
The BMW Maintenance
System 144
Xenon lamps 181
Assistance, giving and
receiving:
Caring for your vehicle 145
Airbags 151
Vehicle storage 151
Jump-starting 171
Towing the vehicle 172
Laws and regulations:
Technical modifications 152
California Proposition
65 Warning 152
OBD interface socket 153
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Engine data 184
Dimensions 185
Weights 186
Everything from A to Z 192
Capacities 186
Electrical system 188
Drive belts 188
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