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Owner's Manual for Vehicle The Ultimate Driving Machine Contents A-Z Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG
Owner's Manual for Vehicle The Ultimate Driving Machine Contents A-Z Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG
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...therefore have compiled for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG We wish you in your BMW throughout an extended service life. This manual is supplemented by a Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or a Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for choosing a BMW. 525i 530i 550i ... and familiarize yourself with enhanced control and security when you before starting off in gaining maximum use and satisfaction from your BMW's unique range of your new vehicle. It contains important data and instructions intended to maintaining the value of technical features...
...therefore have compiled for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG We wish you in your BMW throughout an extended service life. This manual is supplemented by a Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or a Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for choosing a BMW. 525i 530i 550i ... and familiarize yourself with enhanced control and security when you before starting off in gaining maximum use and satisfaction from your BMW's unique range of your new vehicle. It contains important data and instructions intended to maintaining the value of technical features...
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© 2006 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich, Germany Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. Order No. 01 41 0 012 211 US English II/06, 06 03 500 Printed in Germany Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Online Edition for recycling.
© 2006 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich, Germany Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. Order No. 01 41 0 012 211 US English II/06, 06 03 500 Printed in Germany Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Online Edition for recycling.
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... 171 On/off and tone Radio CD player and CD changer External audio device Communications 174 Telephoning 187 TeleService, BMW Assist Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Controls At a glance Mobility 194 Refueling 196 Wheels and tires 204 Under the hood 209 Maintenance 211 Replacing...
... 171 On/off and tone Radio CD player and CD changer External audio device Communications 174 Telephoning 187 TeleService, BMW Assist Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Controls At a glance Mobility 194 Refueling 196 Wheels and tires 204 Under the hood 209 Maintenance 211 Replacing...
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...Owner's Manual as possible. Notes Notes Using this Owner's Manual We have any time. The fastest way to find information on a particular part or assembly. 4 Online Edition for your vehicle. Symbols on vehicle components Indicates that you should consult the relevant section of this in order... {...} Verbal instructions to the detailed index at the time of the manual. Should you to care more effectively for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG on technology, on the Internet at www.bmwusa.com. * Indicates special equipment, country-specific equipment and optional ...
...Owner's Manual as possible. Notes Notes Using this Owner's Manual We have any time. The fastest way to find information on a particular part or assembly. 4 Online Edition for your vehicle. Symbols on vehicle components Indicates that you should consult the relevant section of this in order... {...} Verbal instructions to the detailed index at the time of the manual. Should you to care more effectively for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG on technology, on the Internet at www.bmwusa.com. * Indicates special equipment, country-specific equipment and optional ...
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...and equipment available with advanced, state-of-the-art technology. Sections describing options and special equipment are marked by your BMW center or a workshop that works according to assist you in identifying possible differences between the descriptions in this Owner's ...highest quality and safety standards combined with a specific BMW model. The individual vehicle When purchasing your BMW, you have not specified for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment BMW pursues a policy of continuous, ongoing development that ...
...and equipment available with advanced, state-of-the-art technology. Sections describing options and special equipment are marked by your BMW center or a workshop that works according to assist you in identifying possible differences between the descriptions in this Owner's ...highest quality and safety standards combined with a specific BMW model. The individual vehicle When purchasing your BMW, you have not specified for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment BMW pursues a policy of continuous, ongoing development that ...
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...they have caused cancer in material and workmanship. Notes Parts and accessories For your own safety, use genuine parts and accessories approved by BMW and Genuine BMW Parts, you purchase accessories tested and approved by BMW. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and ...Wash your skin by washing thoroughly with professional advice on your vehicle. Always protect your hands after handling. Genuine BMW Parts, BMW Accessories and other reproductive harm. When you simultaneously acquire the assurance that have been thoroughly tested by any automotive repair...
...they have caused cancer in material and workmanship. Notes Parts and accessories For your own safety, use genuine parts and accessories approved by BMW and Genuine BMW Parts, you purchase accessories tested and approved by BMW. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and ...Wash your skin by washing thoroughly with professional advice on your vehicle. Always protect your hands after handling. Genuine BMW Parts, BMW Accessories and other reproductive harm. When you simultaneously acquire the assurance that have been thoroughly tested by any automotive repair...
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... group of vehicles, it finds that a safety defect exists in the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may...cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, NHTSA, in individual problems between you, your dealer, or BMW of North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone 1-800-8311117. To contact NHTSA, you read this ...
... group of vehicles, it finds that a safety defect exists in the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may...cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, NHTSA, in individual problems between you, your dealer, or BMW of North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone 1-800-8311117. To contact NHTSA, you read this ...
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The section will also assist you with the control concepts and options available for operating the various systems. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG At a glance This overview of buttons, switches and displays is intended to familiarize you in becoming acquainted with your vehicle's operating environment.
The section will also assist you with the control concepts and options available for operating the various systems. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG At a glance This overview of buttons, switches and displays is intended to familiarize you in becoming acquainted with your vehicle's operating environment.
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Cockpit Cockpit Around the steering wheel: controls and displays 1 2 3 4 Sedan: sun blind* for rear window 112 Rear window safety switch 41 Opening and closing windows 40 Adjusting exterior mirror 51 Automatic parking function* 52 5 Turn signal 64 High beams, headlamp flasher 102 High-beam assistant* 103 Roadside parking lamps 102 Check Control 79 Computer 75 10 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG
Cockpit Cockpit Around the steering wheel: controls and displays 1 2 3 4 Sedan: sun blind* for rear window 112 Rear window safety switch 41 Opening and closing windows 40 Adjusting exterior mirror 51 Automatic parking function* 52 5 Turn signal 64 High beams, headlamp flasher 102 High-beam assistant* 103 Roadside parking lamps 102 Check Control 79 Computer 75 10 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG
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...wiper 66 9 Starting/stopping engine and switching ignition on/off 58 15 Opening luggage compartment lid/ tailgate 35, 33 16 Head-Up Display* 96 BMW Night Vision* 98 17 Parking lamps 101 Low beams 101 Automatic headlamp control* 101 Adaptive Head Light* 102 High-beam assistant* 103 18 Instrument... lighting 104 Fog lamps* 104 10 Ignition lock 58 Mobility 11 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Reference Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips 14 Releasing hood 204 Controls At a glance
...wiper 66 9 Starting/stopping engine and switching ignition on/off 58 15 Opening luggage compartment lid/ tailgate 35, 33 16 Head-Up Display* 96 BMW Night Vision* 98 17 Parking lamps 101 Low beams 101 Automatic headlamp control* 101 Adaptive Head Light* 102 High-beam assistant* 103 18 Instrument... lighting 104 Fog lamps* 104 10 Ignition lock 58 Mobility 11 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Reference Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips 14 Releasing hood 204 Controls At a glance
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... Hill Descent Control* 88 > High-beam assistant* 103 > Check Control message present 79 9 Fuel gauge 75 10 Resetting trip odometer 74 12 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06...
... Hill Descent Control* 88 > High-beam assistant* 103 > Check Control message present 79 9 Fuel gauge 75 10 Resetting trip odometer 74 12 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06...
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... beams/headlamp flasher 102 Lamp flashes: DSC or DTC controls the drive and braking forces for maintaining vehicle stability 87 Some lights are tested for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Reference Additional information, e.g.
... beams/headlamp flasher 102 Lamp flashes: DSC or DTC controls the drive and braking forces for maintaining vehicle stability 87 Some lights are tested for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Reference Additional information, e.g.
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Cockpit Around the center console: controls and displays 14 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG
Cockpit Around the center console: controls and displays 14 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG
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... 108 Air volume 107 Defrosting windows and removing condensation 107 Rear window defroster 105 11 Changing > radio station 152 > track 152 15 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance
... 108 Air volume 107 Defrosting windows and removing condensation 107 Rear window defroster 105 11 Changing > radio station 152 > track 152 15 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance
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... relevant equipment. The following section provides an introduction to use the controls or make entries unless traffic and road conditions allow.< 16 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG The control of switches. This allows these functions to be operated from a central position.
... relevant equipment. The following section provides an introduction to use the controls or make entries unless traffic and road conditions allow.< 16 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG The control of switches. This allows these functions to be operated from a central position.
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...CD player and CD changer* > External audio device To clear the message: Press the controller. for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment menu Navigation Driving tips Entertainment Controls Navigation or onboard information At a glance...the button. On vehicles with a single drive, the message automatically disappears after approx. 10 seconds. Menu overview Communication > Telephone* > BMW Assist* or TeleService* Operating principle From radio readiness, refer to page 58, the following message is shown on the Control Display: > ...
...CD player and CD changer* > External audio device To clear the message: Press the controller. for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment menu Navigation Driving tips Entertainment Controls Navigation or onboard information At a glance...the button. On vehicles with a single drive, the message automatically disappears after approx. 10 seconds. Menu overview Communication > Telephone* > BMW Assist* or TeleService* Operating principle From radio readiness, refer to page 58, the following message is shown on the Control Display: > ...
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.... 3 18 Online Edition for longer than approx. 2 seconds. 1 2 Menu items are usually grouped in the corresponding direction and hold it for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG A symbol indicates the last selected menu item of the start menu: Communication Navigation or onboard information Entertainment Climate menu Comfort...
.... 3 18 Online Edition for longer than approx. 2 seconds. 1 2 Menu items are usually grouped in the corresponding direction and hold it for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG A symbol indicates the last selected menu item of the start menu: Communication Navigation or onboard information Entertainment Climate menu Comfort...
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...: > Graphic display, numerical value or text displays can view the individual steps under Settings on Control Display, Setting time, refer to 1 19 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance
...: > Graphic display, numerical value or text displays can view the individual steps under Settings on Control Display, Setting time, refer to 1 19 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance
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...displays: The status information is logged-on mobile phone Time 2. iDrive Status information Assistance window* 1 Display for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Move the controller to the right to change to the assistance window and press the controller. 2 3 ... 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 Additional information can be displayed in the vehicle Mobile phone network with strong reception, display dependent on in the...
...displays: The status information is logged-on mobile phone Time 2. iDrive Status information Assistance window* 1 Display for Part No. 01 41 0 012 211 - © 02/06 BMW AG Move the controller to the right to change to the assistance window and press the controller. 2 3 ... 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 Additional information can be displayed in the vehicle Mobile phone network with strong reception, display dependent on in the...