2015 BMW 5 SERIES GRAN TURISMO warning light

▷ECO PRO tips driving instruction, refer to
page 195▷ECO PRO climate control, refer to
page 194.▷ECO PRO coasting driving status, refer to
page 196.
Activate ECO PRO
Press button repeatedly until ECO
PRO is displayed in the instrument
cluster.
Configuring ECO PRO
Via the Driving Dynamics Control
1.Activate ECO PRO.2."Configure ECO PRO"3.Configure the program.
Via the iDrive
1."Settings"2."ECO PRO mode"
Or
1."Settings"2."Driving mode"3."Configure ECO PRO"
Configure the program.
ECO PRO Tip
▷"Tip at:":
Adjust the ECO PRO speed.▷"ECO PRO speed warning":
The output is reduced once the set ECO
PRO speed is reached.
Coasting
Fuel-efficiency can be optimized by disengag‐
ing the engine and Coasting, refer to
page 196, with the engine idling.
This function is only available in ECO PRO
mode.
ECO PRO climate control
"ECO PRO climate control"
Climate control is set to be fuel-efficient.
By making a slight change to the set tempera‐
ture, or slowly adjusting the rate of heating or
cooling of the car's interior, fuel consumption
can be economized.
The mirror heating is made available when out‐
side temperatures are very cold.
ECO PRO potential Shows potential savings with the current set‐
tings in percentages.
Display in the instrument cluster
Display in the instrument display
When ECO PRO mode is activated, the display
switches to a special configuration.
Some of the displays may differ from the dis‐
play in the instrument cluster.
Blue bar segments symbolize the gained bo‐
nus range in stages.
In addition, the bonus range is highlighted in
blue in the total range display.
ECO PRO bonus range An adjusted driving style helps
you extend your driving range.
This may be displayed as the
bonus range in the instrument
cluster.
The bonus range is shown in the range display.
The bonus range is automatically reset every
time the vehicle is refueled.Seite 194Driving tipsSaving fuel194
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Socket for OBD Onboard
Diagnosis
Note Socket for Onboard Diagnosis
The socket for onboard diagnostics may
only be used by the service center or a work‐
shop that operates in accordance with the
specifications of the vehicle manufacturer with
correspondingly trained personnel and other
authorized persons. Otherwise, use may result
in operating problems for the vehicle.◀
Position
There is an OBD socket on the driver's side for
checking the primary components in the vehi‐
cle's emissions.
Emissions
▷The warning lamp lights up:
Emissions are deteriorating. Have
the vehicle checked as soon as
possible.▷The warning lamp flashes under certain
circumstances:
This indicates that there is excessive mis‐
firing in the engine.
Reduce the vehicle speed and have the
system checked immediately; otherwise,
serious engine misfiring within a brief pe‐
riod can seriously damage emission con‐
trol components, in particular the catalytic
converter.Seite 224MobilityMaintenance224
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Breakdown assistanceVehicle features and options
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
Hazard warning flashers
The button is located in the center console.
Intelligent Emergency
Request
The concept In case of an emergency, an Emergency Re‐
quest can be made through this system.
General information
Only press the SOS button in an emergency.
Hints
Emergency Request not guaranteed
For technical reasons, the Emergency
Request cannot be guaranteed under unfavor‐
able conditions.◀
Overview
SOS button in the roofliner
Requirements
▷The SIM card integrated in the vehicle has
been activated.▷The radio-ready state is switched on.▷The Assist system is functional.
Initiating an Emergency Request
1.Press the cover briefly to open it.2.Press the SOS button until the LED at the
button lights up green.▷The LED lights up green: an Emergency
Request was initiated.
If a cancel prompt appears on the display,
the Emergency Request can be aborted.
If the situation allows, wait in your vehicle
until the voice connection has been estab‐
lished.▷The LED flashes green when a connection
to the BMW Response Center has been
established.Seite 232MobilityBreakdown assistance232
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other attempt in order to allow the dis‐
charged battery to recharge.3.Let both engines run for several minutes.4.Disconnect the jumper cables in the re‐
verse order.
Check the battery and recharge if needed.
Tow-starting and towing Note Tow-starting and towing
For tow-starting or towing, switch off the
Intelligent Safety systems; otherwise malfunc‐
tions of the individual braking systems might
lead to accidents.◀
Transporting your vehicle
Note Your vehicle is not permitted to be towed.
Therefore, contact a service center in the
event of a breakdown.
Do not have the vehicle towed
Have your vehicle transported on a load‐
ing platform only; otherwise, damage may oc‐
cur.◀
Tow truck
The vehicle should only be transported on a
loading platform.
Do not lift the vehicle
Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or
body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage
may result.◀
Towing other vehicles
Hints Light towing vehicle
The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than the vehicle being towed; otherwise, it will
not be possible to control the vehicle's re‐
sponse.◀
Attaching the tow bar/tow rope correctly
Attach the tow bar or tow rope to the tow
fitting; connecting it to other vehicle parts may
cause damage.◀▷Switch on the hazard warning system, de‐
pending on local regulations.▷If the electrical system has failed, clearly
identify the vehicle being towed by placing
a sign or a warning triangle in the rear win‐
dow.
Tow bar
The tow fittings used should be on the same
side on both vehicles.
Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting
the tow bar at an offset angle, please observe
the following:
▷Maneuvering capability is limited going
around corners.▷The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it
is secured with an offset.
Tow rope
When starting to tow the vehicle, make sure
that the tow rope is taut.
To avoid jerking and the associated stresses
on the vehicle components when towing, al‐
ways use nylon ropes or nylon straps.
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Everything from A to Z
IndexA ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 134
ACC, Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go 142
Accessories and parts 7
Activated-charcoal filter 166
Active Blind Spot Detec‐ tion 130
Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go, ACC 142
Active Protection 131
Active seat, front 57
Active seat ventilation, front 57
Active Steering, integral 138
Adaptive brake assistant 134
Adaptive brake lights, refer to Brake force display 131
Adaptive drive 137
Adaptive Light Control 103
Additives, oil 219
Adjustments, seats/head re‐ straints 54
After washing vehicle 238
Airbags 107
Airbags, indicator/warning light 108
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated-air mode 165
Air, dehumidifying, refer to Cooling function 165
Air distribution, manual 164
Air flow, automatic climate control 164
Air outlets, see ventila‐ tion 166
Air pressure, tires 204
Alarm system 48
Alarm, unintentional 49 All around the center con‐
sole 16
All around the roofliner 17
All around the steering wheel 14
All-season tires, refer to Win‐ ter tires 211
All-wheel-drive 136
Alternating-code hand-held transmitter 171
Alternative oil types 220
Ambient light 106
Animal detection, see Night Vision 125
Antifreeze, washer fluid 80
Antilock Brake System, ABS 134
Anti-slip control, refer to DSC 134
Approved axle load 245
Approved engine oils, see Suitable engine oil
types 220
Armrest, refer to Center arm‐ rest 179
Arrival time 97
Ashtray 172
Assistance when driving off 134
Attentiveness assistant 132
AUTO H button 74
AUTO H button, refer to Au‐ tomatic Hold 74
AUTO intensity 164
Automatic car wash 237
Automatic climate con‐ trol 163
Automatic Cruise Control with Stop & Go 142
Automatic Curb Monitor 64 Automatic deactivation, front-
seat passenger airbags 109
Automatic headlight con‐ trol 103
Automatic Hold 74
Automatic locking 47
Automatic recirculated-air control 165
Automatic Soft Closing, doors 40
Automatic tailgate 41
Automatic transmission, see Steptronic transmission 81
AUTO program, automatic cli‐ mate control 164
AUTO program, intensity 164
Auto Start/Stop function 71
Average fuel consumption 97
Average speed 97
Axle loads, weights 245
B Backrest curvature, refer to Lumbar support 56
Backrest, seats 54
Backrest, width 57
Band-aids, refer to First aid kit 233
Bar for tow-starting/ towing 235
Battery replacement, vehicle battery 230
Battery replacement, vehicle remote control 35
Battery, vehicle 229
Belts, safety belts 59
Beverage holder, cu‐ pholder 180
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BMW Assist, see user'smanual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
BMW Driver’s Guide App 6
BMW Homepage 6
BMW Internet page 6
BMW maintenance sys‐ tem 223
Bonus range, ECO PRO 194
Bottle holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 180
Brake assistant 134
Brake assistant, adaptive 134
Brake discs, break-in 186
Brake force display 131
Brake lights, adaptive 131
Brake lights, brake force dis‐ play 131
Brake lights, bulb replace‐ ment 228
Brake pads, break-in 186
Braking, hints 187
Breakdown assistance 232
Break-in 186
Brightness of Control Dis‐ play 100
Bulb replacement, rear 228
Bulb replacement, see Lamp and bulb replacement 225
Button, RES 145
Button, Start/Stop 70
Bypassing, refer to Jump- starting 233
C
California Proposition 65 Warning 7
Calling up mirror adjust‐ ment 47
Calling up seat adjust‐ ment 47
Calling up steering wheel ad‐ justment 47
Camera lenses, care 240 Camera, rearview cam‐
era 154
Camera, Side View 156
Camera, Top View 158
Can holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 180
Car battery 229
Car care products 238
Care, displays 240
Care, vehicle 238
Cargo 189
Cargo area 175
Cargo area, enlarging 175
Cargo area, storage compart‐ ments 181
Cargo partition 176
Cargo, securing 190
Cargo straps, securing cargo 190
Car key, refer to Remote con‐ trol 34
Carpet, care 240
Car wash 237
Catalytic converter, refer to Hot exhaust system 186
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice 223
CD/Multimedia, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
Center armrest 179
Center console 16
Central locking system 40
Central screen, refer to Con‐ trol Display 18
Changes, technical, refer to Safety 7
Changing parts 225
Changing wheels 229
Changing wheels/tires 210
Chassis number, see vehicle identification number 9
Check Control 87
Checking the engine oil level electronically 218 Checking the oil level elec‐
tronically 218
Children, seating position 66
Children, transporting safely 66
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tem 66
Child restraint fixing system LATCH 68
Child restraint fixing systems, mounting 66
Child safety locks 69
Child seat, mounting 66
Child seats 66
Chrome parts, care 239
Cigarette lighter 172
Cleaning displays 240
Climate control 163
Climate control laminated tinted safety glass 187
Climate control wind‐ shield 187
Clock 92
Closing/opening via door lock 39
Closing/opening with remote control 37
Closing the tailgate with no- touch activation 45
Clothes hooks 181
Coasting 196
Coasting with engine decou‐ pled, coasting 196
Coasting with idling en‐ gine 196
Combination reel, refer to Turn signals 77
Combination switch, refer to Wiper system 78
COMFORT+ program, Driving Dynamics Control 141
Comfort Access 44
COMFORT program, Driving Dynamics Control 141
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Emergency Request 232
Emergency start function, en‐ gine start 35
Emergency unlocking, tail‐ gate 44
Emergency unlocking, trans‐ mission lock 83
Energy Control 93
Energy recovery 93
Engine, automatic Start/Stop function 71
Engine, automatic switch- off 71
Engine compartment 216
Engine compartment, work‐ ing in 216
Engine coolant 221
Engine idling when driving, coasting 196
Engine oil 218
Engine oil, adding 219
Engine oil additives 219
Engine oil change 220
Engine oil filler neck 219
Engine oil temperature 91
Engine oil types, alterna‐ tive 220
Engine oil types, ap‐ proved 220
Engine start during malfunc‐ tion 35
Engine start, jump-start‐ ing 233
Engine start, refer to Starting the engine 71
Engine stop 71
Engine temperature 91
Entering a car wash 237
Equipment, interior 170
Error displays, see Check Control 87
ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐ gram, refer to DSC 134
Exchanging wheels/tires 210
Exhaust system 186 Exterior mirror, automatic
dimming feature 64
Exterior mirrors 63
External start 233
External temperature dis‐ play 92
External temperature warn‐ ing 92
Eyes for securing cargo 190
F
Failure message, see Check Control 87
False alarm, refer to Uninten‐ tional alarm 49
Fan, refer to Air flow 164
Filler neck for engine oil 219
Fine wood, care 239
First aid kit 233
Fitting for towing, see Tow fit‐ ting 236
Flat tire, changing wheels 229
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 110
Flat tire, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM 112
Flat tire, warning lamp 111, 113
Flooding 187
Floor carpet, care 240
Floor mats, care 240
Fold down the rear seat back‐ rest, see Though-loading
system 175
Fold-out position, wiper 80
Foot brake 187
Front airbags 107
Front-end collision warning with braking function 119
Front-end collision warning with City Braking func‐
tion 117
Front fog lights 105
Front fog lights, bulb replace‐ ment 228 front-seat passenger airbags,
automatic deactivation 109
Front-seat passenger airbags, indicator lamp 109
Front seats 54
FTM Flat Tire Monitor 110
Fuel 202
Fuel consumption, refer to Average fuel consump‐
tion 97
Fuel filler flap 200
Fuel gauge 91
Fuel lid 200
Fuel quality 202
Fuel recommendation 202
Fuel, tank capacity 246
Fuse 230
G
Garage door opener, refer to Universal Integrated Remote
Control 170
Gasoline 202
Gear change, Steptronic transmission 81
Gear shift indicator 94
General driving notes 186
Glare shield 172
Glass sunroof, refer to Panor‐ amic glass sunroof 51
Glove compartment 178
Gross vehicle weight, ap‐ proved 245
H
Handbrake, refer to Parking brake 73
Hand-held transmitter, alter‐ nating code 171
Hazard warning flashers 232
HDC Hill Descent Con‐ trol 136
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Headlight control, auto‐matic 103
Headlight courtesy delay fea‐ ture 103
Headlight courtesy delay fea‐ ture, remote control 47
Headlight courtesy delay fea‐ ture via remote control 39
Headlight flasher 78
Headlight glass 226
Headlights, care 238
Headlight washer system 78
Head restraints 54
Head restraints, front 60
Head restraints, rear 61
Head-up Display 100
Head-up Display, care 240
Heavy cargo, stowing 190
Height, vehicle 244
High-beam Assistant 104
High beams 78
High beams/low beams, refer to High-beam Assistant 104
Hill Descent Control HDC 136
Hills 188
Hill start assistant, refer to Drive-off assistant 134
Hints 6
Holder for beverages 180
Homepage 6
Hood 216
Horn 14
Hotel function, tailgate 43
Hot exhaust system 186
HUD Head-up Display 100
Hydroplaning 187
I Ice warning, see External temperature warning 92
Icy roads, see External tem‐ perature warning 92
Identification marks, tires 208 Identification number, see ve‐
hicle identification num‐
ber 9
iDrive 18
Ignition key, refer to Remote control 34
Ignition off 70
Ignition on 70
Indication of a flat tire 111 , 113
Indicator and alarm lamps, see Check Control 87
Indicator lamp, see Check Control 87
Individual air distribution 164
Individual settings, refer to Personal Profile 35
Inflation pressure, tires 204
Inflation pressure warning FTM, tires 110
Info display, refer to On- Board computer 96
Initialization, Integral Active Steering 138
Initialize, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM 113
Initializing, Flat Tire Monitor FTM 110
Instrument cluster 84
Instrument cluster, electronic displays 84
Instrument display, multifunc‐ tional 85
Instrument lighting 105
Integral Active Steering 138
Integrated key 34
Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle 29
Intelligent Emergency Re‐ quest 232
Intelligent Safety 115
Intensity, AUTO pro‐ gram 164
Interior equipment 170
Interior lights 105 Interior lights during unlock‐
ing 37
Interior lights with the vehicle locked 38
Interior motion sensor 48
Interior rearview mirror, auto‐ matic dimming feature 64
Interior rearview mirror, man‐ ually dimmable 64
Internet page 6
Interval display, service re‐ quirements 93
Interval mode 79
J
Jacking points for the vehicle jack 229
Joystick, Steptronic transmis‐ sion 81
Jump-starting 233
K
Key/remote control 34
Keyless Go, refer to Comfort Access 44
Key Memory, refer to Per‐ sonal Profile 35
Kickdown, Steptronic trans‐ mission 81
Knee airbag 107
L Lamp replacement, rear 228
Lane departure warning 128
Lane margin, warning 128
Language on Control Dis‐ play 99
Large tailgate via remote con‐ trol 38
Lashing eyes, securing cargo 190
LATCH child restraint sys‐ tem 68 Seite 252ReferenceEverything from A to Z252
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