2005 BMW 545I SEDAN window

Transporting children safely
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Child-safety locks for rear doors
Slide down the safety lever on the rear doors:
The door can now be opened from the outside
only.
Safety switch for power windows
Always press the safety switch for the power
windows, refer to page35, when children are
riding in the rear of the vehicle.

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>Distance to destination:
>Entering a distance manually in the com-
puter, see below.
>Entering a destination in the navigation
system
*, refer to page115.
>Average speed
>Average fuel consumption
Trip computer*
Select "Trip computer" and press the control-
ler.
>Departure time
>Driving time
>Distance traveled
>Average speed
>Average fuel consumption
Trip computer, starting, stopping, or resetting
all values:
1.Select "Set" and press the controller.
2.Select the desired menu item.
3.Press the controller.
Entering a distance manually
Control Center, for principle details, refer to
page16.
1.Open "Navigation".
In vehicles without a navigation system:
Open "Car Data".
2.Select "Car Data" and press the controller.
3.Select "Onboard info" and press the con-
troller.4.Select "Distance to dest." and press the
controller.
5.Turn the controller to select the distance to
your destination. If needed, hold it against a
slight resistance to enter a larger difference.
6.Press the controller to apply the setting.
The distance is automatically preset during the
destination guidance of the navigation sys-
tem
*.
Display options
You can display the computer or the trip com-
puter in the assistance window.
Control Center, for principle details, refer to
page16.
1.Move the controller to the right to change to
the assistance window and press the con-
troller.
2.Select a menu item:
>"Onboard info"
>"Trip computer"

A congenial climate
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A congenial climate
1Airflow directed toward the windshield and
side windows
2Air for the upper body region, refer to Front
ventilation on page93
3Air to footwell
4Temperature, left side of passenger com-
partment
5Maximum cooling
6Defrosting windows and removing conden-
sation
7Air volume, manual
8Switching off automatic climate control
9Switching cooling on and off manually10Temperature, right side of passenger com-
partment
11Residual heat mode
12AUTO program
13AUC Automatic recirculated-air control/
Recirculated-air mode
14LED for independent ventilation
15Rear window defroster
16Air grill for interior temperature sensor –
please keep clear and unobstructed
The current setting for air distribution is dis-
played on the Control Display.

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A congenial climate
For almost all conditions, the AUTO program
offers the optimal air distribution and air vol-
ume. Select an interior temperature you find
pleasant.
The following section contains more detailed
information on the available setting options.
AUTO program
The AUTO program handles the
adjustment of air distribution to the
windshield and side windows, in
the direction of the upper body, and in the foot-
well, as well as the adjustment of the air volume.
It also adapts your instructions for the tempera-
ture to outside influences throughout the year.
The cooling is switched on automatically with
the AUTO program. At the same time, a con-
densation sensor controls the program in such
a way that window condensation is prevented
as much as possible.
Adjusting temperature
You can also set the desired tem-
perature on the driver's side and
the passenger side by turning the
knob.
When you start driving, the system ensures that
the selected temperature is achieved as quickly
as possible. It then maintains this temperature,
regardless of the season.
Defrosting windows and removing
condensation
This program quickly removes ice
and condensation from the wind-
shield and front side windows.
Air volume, manual
You can adjust the air volume by
turning. You can reactivate the
automatic mode for the air volume
with the AUTO button.
Switching cooling function on and off
manually
The cooling function cools and
dehumidifies the incoming air
before also reheating it as
required, according to the temperature setting.
Depending on the weather, the windshield may
fog over briefly when the engine is started.
The cooling function is only available when the
engine is running and is switched on automati-
cally with the AUTO program.
Maximum cooling
This program quickly provides
maximum cooling.
The system switches to the recir-
culated-air mode and the air flows
at maximum air volume only from the air vent
outlets for the upper body area. For this reason
you should ensure that these vent outlets are
open before selecting this program.
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 within the vehicle. During
AUC operation, a sensor detects pollutants in
the outside air and controls the shut-off auto-
matically.
By pressing the button repeatedly, you can
request three operating modes:
>LED off: outside air flows in continuously.
>Right LED on, AUC mode: the system
detects pollutants in the outside air and
shuts off the supply as needed.
>Left LED on, recirculated-air mode: the
supply of outside air is permanently shut off.
If condensation starts to form on the
inside window surfaces during operation
in the recirculated-air mode, you should switch
it off while also increasing the air volume as
required.

A congenial climate
92 The recirculated-air mode should not be used
over an extended period of time, as the air qual-
ity inside the vehicle deteriorates continu-
ously.<
Residual heat mode
Press this button when the engine
is switched off, but warm.
The heat stored in the engine is
used to heat the passenger com-
partment, e.g. while stopped at a school to pick
up a child.
You can adjust the automatic climate control
settings in ignition key position 1.
Provided that the engine has warmed to its nor-
mal operating temperature and the battery is
charged, you can use this function for up to
15 minutes after switching off the ignition. The
LED in the button lights up to confirm compli-
ance with both of these conditions.
Switching off automatic climate control
The air volume, the heater and the
cooling function are all switched
off.
You can restart the automatic cli-
mate control by pressing any of its buttons
except the REST button.
Settings using Control Center
Ignition key:
>On vehicles with separate drives for audio
CDs and navigation DVDs, ignition key in
position 2
>In vehicles with one drive for audio CDs,
ignition key in position 1Control Center, for principle details, refer to
page16.
1.Press button.
This opens the start menu.
2.Move the controller to the left to open "Cli-
mate".
You can set the following:
>Manual air distribution, separate for driver's
side and passenger side
>Adjusting temperature in upper body region
>Intensity of the AUTO program
The settings are stored for the remote control
currently in use.
Manual air distribution
You can preset your air distribution yourself and
also individually adjust the air temperature in
the upper body area.
1.Select "Vent settings" and press the con-
troller.
2.Move the controller to select the desired
field and turn the controller to adjust the air
distribution.
1Airflow directed toward the windshield and
side windows, driver's side only
2Airflow for the upper body

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The corresponding memory button 1 is now
programmed with the signal of the original
hand-held transmitter.
You can operate the system with the ignition
key in position 2.
If the device can not be operated after
repeated programming, check whether
the original hand-held transmitter uses an alter-
nating-code system. To do so, either read the
instructions for the original hand-held transmit-
ter or hold down the programmed memory
button1 of the integrated universal remote
control. If the LED 2 on the integrated universal
remote control flashes rapidly for a short time
and then remains lit for approx. 2 seconds, this
indicates that the original hand-held transmitter
uses an alternating-code system. In the case of
an alternating-code system, program the mem-
ory buttons1 as described at Alternating-code
transmitters.<
Alternating-code transmitters
To program the integrated universal remote
control, consult the operating instructions for
the equipment to be set. You will find informa-
tion there on the possibilities for synchroniza-
tion.
When programming hand-held transmitters
that employ an alternating code, please observe
the following supplementary instructions:
P r o g ra m m in g w i ll b e ea s i er w it h t h e a i d o f
a second person.<
1.Park your vehicle within the range of the
remote-controlled device.
2.Program the integrated universal remote
control as described above in the section
Fixed-code hand-held transmitters.
3.Locate the button on the receiver of the
device to be set, e. g. on the drive unit.
4.Press the button on the receiver of the
device to be set. After step 4, you have
approx. 30 seconds for step 5.
5.Press the programmed memory button1 of
the integrated universal remote control
three times.The corresponding memory button 1 is now
programmed with the signal of the original
hand-held transmitter.
Clearing memory buttons
Press both outer buttons1 for approx. 20 sec-
onds until the LED2 flashes: all memory but-
tons are cleared.
The memory of individual memory buttons 1
cannot be cleared.
Roller sun blinds*
Rear window blind
Press the button on the driver's door.
Roller sun blinds for rear side windows
Pull the loop of the roller sun blind and hook
onto bracket.
Glove compartment
Opening
Pull the handle. The light in the glove compart-
ment switches on.

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Folding down rear seat*
1.Open the buckle of the center safety belt in
the rear and insert the belt tab at the end of
the belt into the fixture on the rear window
shelf.
2.Push the corresponding head restraint
down as far as it will go, refer to page42.
3.To unlock, pull the corresponding lever in
the luggage compartment.
4.The unlocked rear seat back moves forward
slightly. Fold the seat back forward by the
head restraint.
When you return the seat back to its
upright position, make sure that the
retainer engages properly. If it is not properly
engaged, transported cargo could enter the vehicle during braking or evasive maneuvers
and endanger the vehicle occupants.<
The lashing eyes in the luggage compartment
provide you with a way to attach luggage com-
partment nets
* or flexible straps for securing
suitcases and luggage, refer to page109.
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 of 6.9 ft/2.10 m
in length are loaded, the ski bag will tend to con-
tract, reducing its overall capacity.
Loading
1.Fold down the center armrest, press the
button and open the cover.
2.Press the button again; the cover in the lug-
gage compartment opens. If you press the
button firmly the first time, this also opens
the cover in the luggage compartment
3.Extend the ski bag between the front seats
and fill it. The zipper facilitates access to the
stowed items and drying of the ski bag.

Things to remember when driving
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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 attention to the follow-
ing section.
Engine and differential
Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km:
You should attempt to vary both engine and
vehicle speeds. Until the break-in period has
been completed, you should also refrain from
exceeding an engine speed of 4,500 rpm or a
driving speed of 100 mph/160 km/h.
Always obey all official speed limits.
Avoid full-throttle operation and use of the
transmission's kick-down mode during these
initial miles.
Once you have driven 1,200 miles/2000 km, the
engine and vehicle speeds can be gradually
increased.
SMG Sequential manual transmission
Do not use the acceleration assistant during the
break-in period, refer to page55.
Tires
Due to technical factors associated with their
manufacture, tires do not achieve their full trac-
tion potential until after an initial break-in
period. Therefore, drive reservedly during the
first 200 miles/300 km.
Brake system
Brakes require an initial break-in period of
approx. 300 miles/500 km to achieve optimized
contact and wear patterns between brake pads
and rotors.
Clutch
The function of the clutch is only at its opti-
mized level after a distance driven of approx.
300 miles/500 km. During this break-in period,
engage the clutch gently.
Following part replacement
Observe the break-in instructions again if com-
ponents mentioned above must be replaced
after subsequent driving operation.
General driving notes
Closing luggage compartment lid
Operate the vehicle only when the lug-
gage compartment lid is completely
closed. Otherwise, exhaust fumes could pene-
trate to the interior of the vehicle.<
If special circumstances should make it abso-
lutely necessary to operate the vehicle with the
luggage compartment lid open:
1.Close all windows and the glass sunroof.
2.Increase the air volume of the automatic
climate control to a high level, refer to
page91.
Hot exhaust system
As in all vehicles equipped with a catalytic
converter, extremely high temperatures
are generated in this vehicle. Do not remove the
heat shields installed adjacent to various sec-
tions of the exhaust system, and never apply
undercoating to them. When driving, standing
at idle and while parking take care to avoid pos-
sible contact between the hot exhaust system
and any highly flammable materials such as hay,
leaves, grass, etc. Such contact could lead to a
fire, and with it the risk of serious property dam-
age as well as personal injury.<