2008 BMW M5 SEDAN fuel cap

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Engine oil thermometer
The general operating temperature lies
between 1757/806 and 2507/1206. Do
not exceed a value of approx. 2657/1306.
If the engine oil temperature is too high, the per-
missible engine speed, and with it the available
engine output is reduced.
Fuel gauge
Fuel tank capacity: approx. 18.5 US gal/
70 liters. You will find information on refueling
on page198.
If the tilt of the vehicle varies for a longer period,
when you are driving in mountainous areas, for
example, the indicator may fluctuate slightly.
Reserve
After the reserve quantity has been reached, a
message briefly appears on the Control Display;
the remaining range is shown in the computer.
Below a range of approx. 30 miles/50 km, the
message remains on the Control Display.
Refuel as soon as possible once your
cruising range falls below 30 miles/
50 km, otherwise engine functions are not
ensured and damage can occur.<
Computer
Displays in instrument cluster
Press the button on the turn signal lever.
The following information is displayed in the
specified order:
>Time and outside temperature
>Cruising range
>Average fuel consumption
>Oil level, refer to Checking engine oil level
on page208
Manual transmission:
The cruising range, average fuel con-
sumption and oil level are shown in the lower
display in place of the gear indicator.
It is possible to change between the time and
data display by pressing the CHECK button.<
Time
Setting the time, refer to page75.
Outside temperature warning
If the display drops to +377/+36, a signal
sounds and a warning lamp lights up. A mes-
sage appears on the Control Display. There is
an increased danger of ice.
Even at temperatures above +377/
+36 ice can form. Therefore, drive care-
fully, e.g. on bridges and sections of road in the
shade, otherwise there is an increased accident
risk.<
You can set the unit of measure 7 or 6 on the
Control Display, refer to Units of measure on
page76.

Refueling
198
Refueling
Switch off the engine before refueling,
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. These could become
leaky and cause an explosion or a fire in an acci-
dent.<
Fuel filler door
To open and close: press the rear edge of the
fuel filler door.
Manual release
If an electrical malfunction should occur, you
can unlock the fuel filler door manually.
1.In the cargo bay, raise the floor mat and the
cover located beneath it.
2.Open the snap fasteners of the right side
panel and take off the side panel.
3.Pull the knob with the gas pump symbol.
Observe the following when refueling
When handling fuels, follow the safety
precautions posted at the filling station.
Otherwise, there is a danger of personal injury
or property damage.<
Place the fuel filler cap in the bracket attached
to the fuel filler door.
When refueling, insert the filler nozzle com-
pletely into the filler pipe. Avoid raising the filler
nozzle during refueling, otherwise this leads to
>premature pump shutoff
>a reduced efficiency of the fuel-vapor
recovery system.
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks
off the first time.
Fuel tank capacity
Approx. 18.5 US gal/70 liters, including the
reserve capacity of approx.4 US gal/15 liters.
Refuel as soon as possible once your
cruising range falls below 30 miles/
50 km, otherwise engine functions are not
ensured and damage can occur.<
Fuel filler cap
Closing
Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you clearly
hear a click.
Do not crush the band attached to the
cap; otherwise, the cap may not properly
seal and fuel vapors can escape.<

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A message* is displayed if the cap is loose or
missing.
Fuel specifications
Do not use leaded gasoline, otherwise
permanent damage to the catalytic con-
verter will result.
Do not use E85, i.e. fuel that consists of 85%
ethanol, or Flex Fuel. Otherwise permanent
damage to the engine and the fuel supply sys-
tem will result.<
Required fuel
Super Premium Gasoline/AKI 93
Always use this premium grade fuel to obtain
maximum fuel economy and performance.
The minimum approved fuel grade is AKI 91.
Do not use gasoline below the specified
minimum quality, otherwise engine dam-
age can result.<
Use high-quality brands
Field experience has indicated significant dif-
ferences in fuel quality: volatility, composition,
additives, etc., among gasolines offered for sale
in the United States and Canada. Fuels contain-
ing up to and including 10 % ethanol or other
oxygenates with up to 2.8 % oxygen by weight,
that is, 15 % MTBE or 3 % methanol plus an
equivalent amount of co-solvent, will not void
the applicable warranties with respect to
defects in materials or workmanship.
The use of poor-quality fuels may result in
drivability, starting and stalling problems
especially under certain environmental condi-
tions such as high ambient temperature and
high altitude.
Should you encounter drivability problems
which you suspect could be related to the fuel
you are using, we recommend that you respond
by switching to a recognized high-quality brand
such as gasoline that is advertised as Top Tier
Detergent Gasoline.
Failure to comply with these recommendations
may also result in unscheduled maintenance.<

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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 values
The warning lamp lights up. The
exhaust-gas values worsen. Have the
vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Display of the previously described
malfunction in Canadian models.
The lamp flashes under certain conditions. This
is a sign of excessive misfiring of the engine. In
this case you should reduce speed and drive to
the nearest BMW center as soon as possible.
Heavy engine misfiring causes serious damage
to the emission-relevant components, espe-
cially the catalytic converter, within a short time.
If the fuel filler cap is not properly tight-
ened, the OBD system will assume that
fuel vapor escapes. Then a display lights up. If
the cap is then tightened, the display will go out
within a few days.<
Event Data Recorders
Your vehicle may be equipped with one or sev-
eral measuring and diagnosis modules, or with
a device for recording or transmitting certain
vehicle data or information. If you have also sub-
scribed to BMW Assist, certain vehicle data can
be transmitted or recorded to enable corre-
sponding services.
Care
Important information on the care and mainte-
nance of your BMW is contained in the Caring
for your vehicle brochure.

Technical data
232
Weights
Never exceed either the approved axle loads or
the gross vehicle weight.
Capacities
M5
Curb weight lbs./kg 4,012/1,820
Approved gross vehicle weight lbs./kg 5,071/2,300
Load lbs./kg 1,058/480
Approved front axle load lbs./kg 2,403/1,090
Approved rear axle load lbs./kg 2,800/1,270
Approved roof load capacity lbs./kg 220/100
Cargo bay capacity cu ft/l 17.7/500
Notes
Fuel tank US gal/liters approx. 18.5/70 Fuel grade: page199
of that reserve US gal/liters approx. 4/15
Window and headlamp
washer system US quarts/liters approx. 5.3/5 For more details: page63

Reference 241
At a glance
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Mobility
Center armrest
– front106
– rear110
Center brake lamp216
Center console14
"Central locking"30
Central locking
– from inside32
– from outside30
Central locking system29
– comfort access36
Changes, technical
– refer to For your own
safety5
– refer to Parts and
accessories6
Changing language on
Control Display77
Changing scale for
navigation138
Changing units of measure on
Control Display76
Changing wheels203,219
CHECK button72
Check Control71
"Check Control
messages"73
Check Gas Cap198
Checking the air pressure,
refer to Tire inflation
pressure200
Child restraint fixing system
LATCH54
Child restraint systems53
Child-safety lock55
Child seats, refer to
Transporting children
safely53
Chime, refer to Check
Control71
Chock220
Chrome parts, refer to Caring
for your vehicle brochure
Cigarette lighter108
Cigarette lighter socket, refer
to Connecting electrical
devices109Cleaning, refer to Caring for
your vehicle brochure
"Climate"47,98
Clock67
– 12h/24h format75
– hour signal75
– setting time and date75
Closing
– from inside32
– from outside30
Closing fuel filler cap198
Clothes hooks108
Cockpit10
Cold start, refer to Starting
engine57
Comfort access36
– replacing battery, remote
control37
Comfort area, refer to Around
the center console14
"Comfort" with EDC82
"Communication"180,190
Compact Disc
– refer to CD changer162
– refer to CD player162
Compartment for remote
control, refer to Ignition
lock56
Compartments, refer to
Storage compartments107
Compressed audio files162
Computer67
– clock67
– displays on Control
Display68
– hour signal75
"Concert hall", refer to Tone
control151
"Concierge"192
Concierge service192
Condensation, refer to When
vehicle is parked116
Condition Based Service
CBS212
"Confirmation"31
Confirmation signals for
locking and unlocking31Connecting car vacuum
cleaner, refer to Connecting
electrical devices109
Consumption, refer to
Average fuel
consumption68
Consumption statistics, refer
to Average fuel
consumption68
"Continue guidance to
destination?"137
Control Center, refer to
iDrive16
Control Display, refer to
iDrive16
– setting brightness76
– switching off/on21
Controller, refer to iDrive16
Controls, refer to Cockpit10
Convenient operation
– glass sunroof30
– windows30
– windows and glass sunroof
with comfort access37
Coolant211
– checking level211
– temperature66
Cooling, maximum100
Cooling fluid, refer to
Coolant211
Cooling function, automatic
climate control100
Cooling system, refer to
Coolant211
Copyright2
Cornering Brake Control
CBC79
Country of destination for
navigation125
Courtesy lamps96
Cradle for telephone or mobile
phone106
Cruise control65
Cruising range68
Cup holders108
Curb weight, refer to
Weights232

Everything from A to Z
244 Event Data Recorders213
Exhaust system, refer to Hot
exhaust system114
Exterior mirrors48
– adjusting48
– automatic dimming
feature49
– automatic heating48
– folding in and out48
– tilting down passenger-side
exterior mirror48
External audio device107
Eye for tow-starting and
towing, refer to Tow
fitting225
F
"Fader", refer to Tone
control150
Fader, refer to Tone
control150
Failure messages, refer to
Check Control71
False alarm
– refer to Avoiding
unintentional alarms36
– refer to Switching off
alarm35
Fastening safety belts, refer to
Safety belts45
– warning lamp46
Fastest route for
navigation134
"Fast route" for
navigation134
"Favorites", calling up with
radio156
Filler neck for washer fluid64
Filling bottle, refer to
M Mobility System217
Filling sealant into wheel218
Filter, refer to Microfilter/
activated-charcoal filter101
Fine wood, refer to Caring for
your vehicle brochure
First aid, refer to First-aid
kit224First-aid kit224
Flashing
– during locking/unlocking,
refer to Setting confirmation
signals31
– triple turn signal
activation63
Flashlight, refer to
Rechargeable flashlight106
Flat tire
– changing wheels219
– Flat Tire Monitor83,84
– M Mobility System84,217
– refer to Tire condition202
– spare wheel220
– TPM Tire Pressure
Monitor84
– warning lamp84,86
Flat Tire Monitor83
– false alarms83
– initializing system83
– snow chains204
– system limits83
– warning lamp84
Floor mat, refer to Caring for
your vehicle brochure
Floor mats/carpets, refer to
Caring for your vehicle
brochure
Fluid reservoir, refer to Filler
neck for washer fluid64
"FM", reception
range
149,152
FM, waveband152
Folding rear backrest110
Fold-over rear backrest110
Footbrake, refer to Braking
safely115
Footwell lamps, refer to
Interior lamps96
Forward, fast
– CD changer166
– CD player166
For your own safety5
Freeway, refer to Route
criteria134
Front airbags87Front armrest, refer to Center
armrest, front106
Front passenger airbags,
deactivating88
Front seat adjustment42
"FTM"84
FTM, refer to Flat Tire
Monitor83
Fuel199
– average consumption68
– display67
– high-quality brands199
– quality199
– specifications199
– tank contents, refer to
Capacities232
Fuel clock, refer to Fuel
gauge67
Fuel consumption display,
refer to Computer, average
fuel consumption68
Fuel display, refer to Fuel
gauge67
Fuel filler door198
– releasing in the event of
electrical malfunction198
Full mobile phone preparation
package174
Full screen display, refer to
Switching assistance
window off21
Fuses222
G
Garage door opener, refer to
Integrated universal remote
control104
Gasoline, refer to Required
fuel199
Gasoline display, refer to Fuel
gauge67
Gear changes61
Gear display, refer to Displays
in instrument cluster61
Gearshift lever60
– manual transmission58

Everything from A to Z
250 "Random", random play
sequence165
"Random all" in audio
mode166
"Random directory" in audio
mode165
"RDS"155
Reading lamps96
Rear armrest, refer to Center
armrest, rear110
Rear lamps, refer to Tail
lamps216
– replacing bulbs216
Rear seats
– adjusting head restraints45
– folding over backrest110
– heating47
– removing head restraints45
Rear socket109
Rear ventilation101
Rearview mirror48
Rear window
– heating99
– roller sun blind, refer to Sun
blinds105
Rear window safety switch38
"Received calls"182
Reception
– quality155
– radio stations155
– regional station154
Reception level of mobile
phone, refer to Status
information20
Rechargeable flashlight106
Recirculated-air mode100
– air recirculation100
– AUC Automatic
recirculated-air control100
Reclining seat, refer to
Seats42
Recording times, refer to
Stopwatch74
"Redial" for mobile phone182
Redialing with mobile
phone187
Reflectors, refer to Tail
lamps216Refueling198
Releasing
– hood206
– locks, refer to Unlocking36
"Relock door if not
opened"32
Remaining distance, refer to
Cruising range68
Remaining distance to
destination, refer to
Computer68
Remote control28
– comfort access36
– garage door opener
104
– luggage compartment lid31
– malfunction31,37
– replacing battery37
Removing condensation on
the windows99
"Repeat directory" in audio
mode165
"Repeat" in audio mode165
"Repeat track" in audio
mode165
Replacement fuses222
Replacement of tires, refer to
Changing wheels219
Replacement remote control,
refer to New remote
controls28
Replacing bulbs, refer to
Lamps and bulbs214
Replacing tires203
Replacing wheels/tires, refer
to New wheels and tires203
Reporting safety defects7
Reserve warning, refer to Fuel
gauge67
"Reset"84,85
– stopwatch74
– tone settings151
Reset, refer to Resetting tone
settings151
"resetting FTM …"84
"Reset to default" with
MDrive51
Residual heat100Restraint systems
– for children53
– refer to Safety belts45
Retreaded tires203
Reverse, fast
– CD changer166
– CD player166
Reverse gear60
– manual transmission58
Road map138
"Roadside
Assistance"184,190
Roadside Assistance224
Roadside assistance190
Roadside parking lamps94
Roof load capacity232
Roof-mounted luggage
rack118
Rope, refer to Tow-starting
and towing225
Rotary/pushbutton, refer to
iDrive16
Route134
– bypassing sections
140
– changing140
– changing criteria134
– displaying137
– displaying arrow display137
– displaying map view138
– displaying streets or towns/
cities139
– selecting134
Route information, refer to
Destination guidance with
voice instructions139
Route map, refer to Displaying
map view138
"Route preference",
changing134
Route selection134
Rubber parts, refer to Caring
for your vehicle brochure