2013 BMW M5 parking sensors

The setting is stored for the remote control
currently in use.
Automatic headlamp control
Switch position
: the low beams are
switched on and off automatically, e.g., in tun‐
nels, in twilight or if there is precipitation. The
indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights
up.
A blue sky with the sun low on the horizon can
cause the lights to be switched on.
The low beams always stay on when the fog
lamps are switched on.
Personal responsibility
The automatic headlamp control cannot
serve as a substitute for your personal judg‐
ment in determining when the lamps should be
switched on in response to ambient lighting
conditions.
For example, the sensors are unable to detect
fog or hazy weather. To avoid safety risks, you
should always switch on the lamps manually
under these conditions.◀
Daytime running lights With the ignition switched on, the daytime run‐
ning lights light up in position 0,
or .
After the ignition is switched off, the parking
lamps light up in position
.
Activating/deactivating
In some countries, daytime running lights are
compulsory, so it may not be possible to deac‐
tivate the daytime running lights.
1."Settings"2."Lighting"3."Daytime running lamps"
The setting is stored for the remote control
currently in use.
Roadside parking lamps
The vehicle can be illuminated on one side.
Switching on With the ignition switched off, press the lever
either up or down past the resistance point for
approx. 2 seconds.
Switching off Briefly press the lever to the resistance point in
the opposite direction.
Adaptive light control The concept Adaptive Light Control is a variable headlamp
control system that enables dynamic illumina‐
tion of the road surface.
Depending on the steering angle and other pa‐ rameters, the light from the headlamp follows
the course of the road.
In tight curves, e.g., on mountainous roads or
when turning, an additional, corner-illuminating
lamp is switched on that lights up the inside of
the curve when the vehicle is moving below a certain speed.
Activating Switch position
with the ignition switched
on.
The turning lamps are automatically switched
on depending on the steering angle or the use
of turn signals.
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Displays in the instrument cluster
Indicator lamp Depending on how the vehicle is equip‐
ped, the indicator lamp in the instru‐
ment cluster indicates whether the sys‐
tem is switched on.
Desired speed▷The marking lights up green:
the system is active.▷The marking lights up or‐
ange: the system has been
interrupted.▷The marking does not light up: the system
is switched off.
Brief status display
Selected desired speed.
If --- appears briefly on the display for Check
Control messages, it is possible that the sys‐
tem requirements for operation are currently
not met.
PDC Park Distance Control
The concept PDC supports you when parking. Objects that
you are approaching slowly in front of or be‐
hind your vehicle are indicated by:
▷Signal tones.▷Visual display.
General information
Measurements are made by ultrasound sen‐
sors in the bumpers.
The range is approx. 6 ft/2 m.
An acoustic warning is first given:
▷By the front sensors and the two rear cor‐
ner sensors at approx. 24 in/60 cm.▷By the rear middle sensors at approx.
5 ft/1.50 m.
Notes
Check the traffic situation as well
PDC cannot serve as a substitute for the
driver's personal judgment of the traffic situa‐
tion. Check the traffic situation around the ve‐
hicle with your own eyes. Otherwise, an acci‐
dent could result from road users or objects
located outside of the PDC detection range.
Loud noises from outside and inside the vehi‐ cle may prevent you from hearing the PDC's
signal tone.◀
Avoid driving quickly with PDC
Avoid approaching an object quickly.
Avoid driving away quickly while PDC is not yet
active.
For technical reasons, the system may other‐
wise be too late in issuing a warning.◀
At a glance
Button in the vehicle
PDC Park Distance Control
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System limits
Limits of ultrasonic measurement
The detection of objects can reach the physi‐
cal limits of ultrasonic measurement, e.g.:▷With tow bars and trailer hitches.▷With thin or wedge-shaped objects.▷With low objects.▷With objects with corners and sharp edges.
Low objects already displayed, e.g., curbs, can
move into the blind area of the sensors before
or after a continuous tone sounds.
High, protruding objects such as ledges may
not be detected.
False warnings
PDC may issue a warning under the following
conditions even though there is no obstacle
within the detection range:
▷In heavy rain.▷When sensors are very dirty or covered in
ice.▷When sensors are covered in snow.▷On rough road surfaces.▷In large buildings with right angles and
smooth walls, e.g., in underground ga‐
rages.▷In heavy exhaust.▷Due to other ultrasound sources, e.g.,
sweeping machines, high pressure steam
cleaners or neon lights.
Malfunction
A Check Control message is displayed.
The range of the sensors is shown as a shaded
area on the Control Display.
PDC has failed. Have the system checked.
To ensure full operability:
▷Keep the sensors clean and free of ice.▷When using high-pressure washers, do not
spray the sensors for long periods and
maintain a distance of at least 12 in/30 cm.
Surround View
The concept Surround View comprises various camera as‐
sistance systems that help the driver when
parking, maneuvering, and at complex exits
and intersections.
▷Rearview camera, refer to page 125▷Side View, refer to page 130.▷Top View, refer to page 128.
Backup camera
The concept
The backup camera provides assistance in
parking and maneuvering backwards. The area
behind the vehicle is shown on the Control
Display.
Hints Check the traffic situation as well
Check the traffic situation around the ve‐
hicle with your own eyes. Otherwise, an acci‐
dent could result from road users or objects lo‐
cated outside the picture area of the backup
camera.◀
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Parked vehicle, condensa‐tion 163
Parking aid, refer to PDC 123
Parking brake 67
Parking lamps 92
Passenger side mirror, tilting downward 55
Pathway lines, rearview cam‐ era 127
PDC Park Distance Con‐ trol 123
Pedestrian detection, refer to Night Vision 108
Pedestrian warning with city braking function 106
People detection, refer to Night Vision 108
Permissible axle load 213
Personal Profile 31
Pinch protection system, glass sunroof 46
Pinch protection system, win‐ dows 44
Plastic, care 207
Power failure 197
Power sunroof, glass 45
Power windows 43
Pressure, tire air pres‐ sure 175
Pressure warning FTM, tires 102
Preventing Auto Start Stop 66
Profile, refer to Personal Pro‐ file 31
Programmable memory but‐ tons, iDrive 21
Protective function, glass sunroof 46
Protective function, win‐ dows 44
Push-and-turn switch, refer to Controller 16 R
Radiator fluid 189
Radio-operated key, refer to Remote control 30
Radio ready state 64
Radio, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment
and Communication
Rain sensor 70
Rear automatic climate con‐ trol 138
Rear lamps 195
Rear socket 145
Rearview mirror 55
Rear window defroster 136
Recirculated-air mode 136
Recommended tire brands 179
Refueling 172
Remaining range 83
Remote control/key 30
Remote control, malfunc‐ tion 35
Remote control, univer‐ sal 141
Replacement fuse 198
Replacing parts 192
Replacing wheels/tires 179
Reporting safety defects 9
Reserve warning, refer to Range 83
Reset, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 101
Residual heat, automatic cli‐ mate control 136
Retaining straps, securing cargo 165
Retreaded tires 180
Reversing lamp, bulb replace‐ ment 195
Roadside parking lamps 93
Roller sunblinds 45
RON gasoline quality 174
Roof load capacity 213 Roof-mounted luggage
rack 165
Rope for tow-starting/ towing 203
Rubber components, care 207
S Safe braking 162
Safety 7
Safety belt reminder for driv‐ er's seat and front passen‐
ger seat 52
Safety belts 51
Safety belts, care 207
Safety Package, refer to Ac‐ tive Protection 114
Safety switch, windows 44
Safety systems, airbags 97
Saving fuel 167
Screen, refer to Control Dis‐ play 16
Screwdriver 192
Screw thread for tow fit‐ ting 204
Sealant 180
Seat belts, refer to Safety belts 51
Seat heating, front 50
Seat heating, rear 50
Seating position for chil‐ dren 59
Seat, mirror, and steering wheel memory 54
Seats 48
Seat ventilation, front 50
Selection list in instrument cluster 88
Selector lever 72
Sensors, care 208
Sequential mode 73
Service and warranty 7
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