2017 BMW 5 SERIES Owners Manual

The selected air flow is shown on the display of
the automatic climate control.
Controlling
the
air
distribution
manually
Concept
The air distribution for climate control can be
adjusted manually.
Operation Press button repeatedly to select a
program:'yUpper body region.'yUpper body region and floor area.'yFloor area.
Parked-vehicle
ventilation
Concept
The parked-vehicle ventilation ventilates the
vehicle's interior. Depending on set temperaj
ture and ambient temperature, the vehicle's inj terior is cooled or possibly heated using the rejsidual engine heat.
General
information
The system can be switched on and off dij
rectly or via a pre-set departure time.
The activation time is determined based on the external temperature. The system promptlyswitches on before the selected departuretime.
Functional
requirements
'yThe vehicle is in idle state or standby state
and not in drive-ready state.'yBattery is sufficiently charged.
If parked-vehicle ventilation is switched on,
the vehicle battery will be discharged.
Thus, limit the maximum activation time to save the vehicle battery. The system willbe available again after engine starting
and/or a short trip.'yMake sure that the vehicle's date and time
are set correctly.'yOpen the vents to allow air to flow out.
Switching
on/off
directly
General
information
There are different ways to switch the system
on or off.
The system switches off automatically after a certain period of time. The system continues
to run for some time after being switched off.
Using
the
button When the vehicle is in standby state, the sysj
tem can be switched on or off via the autoj
matic climate control buttons.
Press any button except:
'yRear window defroster.'yLeft side of air flow button.'ySeat heating.'ySeat ventilation.'ySYNC program.
Via
iDrive
1."My Vehicle"2."Vehicle settings"3.If necessary, "Climate functions"4."Comfort ventilation" or "Comfort heating/ ventilation"5."Activate now"
Via
BMW
display
key
Switching
on
1.Switch on the display of the BMW display
key.2."Precondit. setting"3.Tap on the or symbol.Seite 217Climate
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4."Activate now"5."Start"
Switching
off
1.Switch on the display of the BMW display
key.2."Precondit. setting"3.Tap on the or symbol.4."Stop"
Display
symbol on the automatic climate control inj
dicates the system is switched on.
REST is displayed on the automatic climate
control. The residual engine heat is used.
Departure
time Different departure times can be adjusted to
ensure a comfortable interior temperature in
the vehicle at the time of departure.
'yOne-time departure time: the time can be
set.
The system is switched on once.'yDeparture time with weekday: time and day
of the week can be set.
On the desired weekdays, the system will
be switched on promptly before the set dej parture time.
The departure time is preselected in two
steps:
'ySet departure times.'yActivate departure times.
Setting
the
departure
time
Via
iDrive
1."My Vehicle"2."Vehicle settings"3.If necessary, "Climate functions"4."Comfort ventilation" or "Comfort heating/ ventilation"5.Select the desired departure time.6.Set the departure time.7.Select day of the week, if needed.
Via
BMW
display
key
1.Switch on the display of the BMW display
key.2."Precondit. setting"3.Tap on the or symbol.4.Select the desired departure time.5.Set the departure time.6.Select day of the week, if needed.7."OK"
Activating
the
departure
time
Functional
requirement
If a departure time is to influence the switching
on of parked-vehicle ventilation, the respective departure time must be activated first.
Via
iDrive
1."My Vehicle"2."Vehicle settings"3.If necessary, "Climate functions"4."Comfort ventilation" or "Comfort heating/ventilation"5."For departure time"6.Activate the desired departure time.
, The symbol on the automatic climate
control signals an activated departure time
Via
BMW
display
key
1.Switch on the display of the BMW display
key.2."Precondit. setting"3.Tap on the or symbol.4. Tap on symbol.5.Activate the desired departure time.Seite 218ControlsClimate
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The symbol on the automatic climate
control signals an activated departure time.
Ambient
air
package
Concept
The Ambient Air Package can be used to clean and scent the interior air with high-quality fraj grances.
Ionization is used to clean the air from susj
pended particles. Together with the selected
fragrance, ionization contributes to well-being
and relaxation while driving.
General
information
Two different fragrances can be selected in the vehicle. A variety of other fragrances is possij
ble by replacing the fragrance cartridges.
The following criteria can influence the perj
ception of scents in the vehicle interior:'yAutomatic climate control settings.'yTemperature and air humidity.'yTime of day and season.'yPhysical condition of the vehicle occuj pants, for instance fatigue.
BMW recommends the use of genuine BMW
fragrance cartridges.
The genuine BMW fragrance cartridges are not
suitable for refilling. When a cartridge is empty, replace it with a new fragrance cartridge.
Safety
information WARNING
Refilled genuine BMW fragrance carj
tridges can cause the emission of harmful subj stances, malfunctions, and damage to the sysj
tem. There is a risk of injury or risk of property damage. Do not refill genuine fragrance carj
tridges. When a cartridge is empty, replace it
with a new fragrance cartridge.'

The setting is stored for the driver profile curj
rently used.
Switching
fragrancing
on/off,
adjusting
intensity
Using iDrive:1."My Vehicle"2."Vehicle settings"3."Climate functions"4."Fragrance"5."Level"6.Select the desired setting.
Display
General
information
With operation via button, the menu of the Amj bient Air Package can be displayed on the
Control Display automatically.
Settings
Further settings can be adjusted.
Using iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."Vehicle settings"3."Climate functions"4."Fragrance"5."Show fragrance setting"
The menu is shown on the Control Display.
Fragrance
cartridge
filling
level
The illustrations on the Control Display show
the actual filling level of the fragrance carj
tridges.
Using iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."Vehicle settings"3."Climate functions"4."Fragrance"The fill level of the current fragrance is disj played.5.Select the desired setting.
When an empty fragrance cartridge is indij
cated, the cartridge still contains a fluid carryj
ing the fragrance. However, it is not sufficient for fragrancing.
When a fragrance cartridge requires replacej
ment, a Check Control message is displayed
Inserting
fragrance
cartridges The fragrance cartridges are located in theglove compartment.
1.Open the glove compartment, refer topage 230.2.Press on the bottom of the cartridge
holder.
The cartridge holder slides down.3.Remove the cover of the fragrance carj tridge. Hold the cover on the top to slide it
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4.Insert the removed cover on the back sideof the fragrance cartridge.5.Position fragrance cartridge such that the
chip faces away from the cartridge holder.6.Insert the fragrance cartridge without presj
sure into the cartridge holder. The carj
tridge snaps lightly into place.7.Push the cartridge holder up, until it enj gages.
Make sure that no objects press against the cartridge holder from below, otherwise the function of the ambient air package
could be impacted.8.Close the glove compartment.Removing
the
fragrance
cartridge
The fragrance cartridges are located in theglove compartment.1.Open the glove compartment, refer topage 230.2.Press on the bottom of the cartridge
holder.
The cartridge holder slides down.3.Pull desired fragrance cartridge from the
holder.
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Fragrance cartridge, arrow 2: second fraj
grance indicated on the Control Display.4.Pull desired fragrance cartridge from the
holder.
Recycling
Empty fragrance cartridges can be
taken to a dealerss service center or anj
other qualified service center or repair
shop for recycling.
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Interior
equipmentVehicle
features
and
optionsThis chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due
to the selected options or country versions.
This also applies to safety-related functions
and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations
must be observed.
Universal
Integrated
Remote
Control
Concept
The integrated Universal Remote Control in
the interior mirror can operate up to 3 funcj
tions of remote-controlled systems, such as
garage door drives or lighting systems.
General
information
The Universal Integrated Remote Control rej
places up to 3 different hand-held transmitters.
To operate the remote control, the buttons on
the interior mirror must be programmed with
the desired functions. The hand-held transmitj
ter for the particular system is required in order to program the remote control.
Before selling the vehicle, delete the stored
functions for the sake of security.
Safety
information WARNING
Body parts can be jammed when operatj
ing remote-controlled systems, e.g., the gaj
rage door, using the integrated universal rej mote control. There is a risk of injury or risk of
property damage. Make sure that the area of
movement of the respective system is clearduring programming and operation. Also follow
the safety instructions of the hand-held transj
mitter.'

Press and hold the two outer buttons onthe interior mirror simultaneously for apj
proximately 10 seconds until the LED
flashes green rapidly. This erases all proj gramming of the buttons on the interiormirror.3.Press the interior mirror button to be projgrammed. The LED flashes orange.4.Hold the hand-held transmitter for the sysjtem to be controlled approx. 1 to 3 in/2.5 to
8 cm away from the buttons of the interior
mirror. The required distance depends on the hand-held transmitter.5.Press and hold the button of the desired
function on the hand-held transmitter. The
LED on the interior mirror will begin flashj
ing orange slowly.6.As soon as the LED flashes green more
rapidly or lights up continuously, release
the button. Green light indicates that the button on the interior mirror has been projgrammed. Faster green flashing indicates
that it is a rolling code wireless system.
If the LED does not flash faster after at
least 60 seconds, change the distance bej
tween the interior mirror and the hand-held transmitter and repeat the step. Several
more attempts at different distances may
be necessary. Wait at least 15 seconds bej
tween attempts.
Canada: if programming with the hand- held transmitter was interrupted, hold
down the interior mirror button and repeatj
edly press and release the hand-held
transmitter button for 2 seconds.7.To program other functions on other butj
tons, repeat steps 3 to 5.
The systems can be controlled using the intej
rior mirror buttons.
Special
feature
of
the
rolling
code
wireless
system
If you are unable to operate the system after
repeated programming, please check if the
system to be controlled features a rolling code radio system.
Read the system's owner's manual, or press the programmed button on the interior mirror longer. If the LED on the interior mirror starts
flashing rapidly and then stays lit constantly for
2 seconds, the system features a rolling code
radio system. Flashing and continuous illumij
nation of the LED will repeat for approximately
20 seconds.
For systems with a rolling code radio system,
the Universal Integrated Remote Control and the system also have to be synchronized.
Please read the owner's manual to find out
how to synchronize the system.
Synchronizing is easier with the aid of a secj
ond person.
Synchronizing the universal remote control with the system:1.Park the vehicle within range of the rejmote-controlled system.2.Program the relevant button on the interior
mirror as described.3.Locate and press the synchronizing button
on the system being programmed. You
have approx. 30 seconds for the next step.4.Hold down the programmed button on the
interior mirror for approximately 3 seconds
and then release it. If necessary, repeat this step up to three times in order to finish
synchronization. Once synchronization is
complete, the programmed function will be carried out.
Reprogramming
individual
buttons
1.Turn on standby state.2.Press and hold the interior mirror button tobe programmed.3.As soon as the interior mirror LED starts
flashing slowly, hold the hand-held transj
mitter for the system to be controlled apj prox. 1 to 3 in/2.5 to 8 cm away from the
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