2018 BMW 5 SERIES Owners Manual

MOBILITY
Refueling
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290
Fuel
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292
Wheels
and
tires
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298
Engine
compartment
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329
Engine
oil
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332
Coolant
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336
Maintenance
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338
Replacing
components
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340
Breakdown
assistance
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347
Care
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RefuelingVehicle
features
andoptions
This chapter describes all standard, country-spejcific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarilyavailable in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selectedoptions or country versions. This also applies to
safety-related functions and systems. When usj
ing these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations must be observed.
General
information
Follow the fuel recommendation, refer to
page 292, prior to refueling.
In vehicles with a diesel engine, the filler neck is
designed for refueling at diesel fuel pumps.
Safety
information
NOTE
With a driving range of less than 30 miles/50 km the engine may no longer have
sufficient fuel. Engine functions are not enj sured anymore. There is a risk of damage to
property. Refuel promptly.
Fuel
cap
Opening
1.Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler
flap.2.Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise.3.Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached to
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Closing
WARNING
The retaining strap of the fuel cap can be jamj
med and crushed during closing. The cap canj not be correctly closed. Fuel or fuel vapors can
escape. There is a risk of injury or risk of damj
age to property. Pay attention that the retaining
strap is not jammed or crushed when closing
the cap.
1.Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you
clearly hear a click.2.Close the fuel filler flap.
Manually
unlocking
fuel
filler
flap
E.g., in the event of an electrical malfunction.
Have fuel filler flap unlocked by a dealerss service
center or another qualified service center or rej
pair shop.
Follow
the
following
when refueling
General
information When refueling, insert the filler nozzle completelyinto the filler pipe. Lifting up the fuel pump nozzle
during refueling causes:
'xPremature switching off.'xReduced return of the fuel vapors.
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks
off the first time.
Make sure that the fuel cap is closed properly afj ter refueling, otherwise the emissions warning
light may light up.
Follow safety regulations posted at the gas staj
tion.
Safety
information
NOTE
Fuels are toxic and aggressive. Overfilling of the fuel tank can damage the fuel system. Painted
surfaces may be damaged by contact with fuel.
Escaping fuel can harm the environment. There
is a risk of damage to property. Avoid overfilling.
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FuelVehicle
features
andoptions
This chapter describes all standard, country-spejcific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarilyavailable in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selectedoptions or country versions. This also applies to
safety-related functions and systems. When usj
ing these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations must be observed.
Fuel
recommendation
General
information Depending on the region, many gas stations sellfuel that has been customized to winter orsummer conditions. Fuel that is available in winjter, for instance helps make a cold start easier.
Gasoline General
information
For the best fuel efficiency, the gasoline should
be sulfur-free or very low in sulfur content.
Fuels that are marked on the gas pump as conj
taining metal must not be used.
Fuels with a maximum ethanol content of 10 %,
i. e., E10, may be used for refueling.
Ethanol should meet the following quality stanj dards:
US: ASTM 4806mxx
CAN: CGSB-3.511mxx
xx: comply with the current standard in each
case.
Safety
information
CAUTION
The use of poor-quality fuels may result in
harmful engine deposits or damage. Additionj
ally, problems relating to drivability, starting and stalling, especially under certain environmentalconditions such as high ambient temperature
and high altitude, may occur.
If drivability problems are encountered, we recj
ommend switching to a high quality gasoline
brand and a higher octane grade n AKI numj
ber n for a few tank fills. To avoid harmful enj
gine deposits, it is highly recommended to purj
chase gasoline from Top Tier retailers.
Failure to comply with these recommendations
may result in the need for unscheduled maintej
nance.
NOTE
Do not press the Start/Stop button after refuelj ing with the wrong fuel. Furthermore, the cataj
lytic converter is permanently damaged. There
is a risk of damage to property. Do not refuel or
add the following in the case of gasoline enj
gines:
'xLeaded gasoline.'xMetallic additives, for instance manganese or iron.
Do not press the Start/Stop button after refueljing with the wrong fuel. Contact a dealerss servj ice center or another qualified service center orrepair shop.
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NOTE
Incorrect fuels can damage the fuel system and
the engine. There is a risk of damage to propj erty. Do not use fuels with a higher percentageof ethanol than recommended. Do not refuelwith fuels containing methanol, e.g. M5 to
M100.
NOTE
Fuel that does not comply with the minimum quality can compromise engine function or
cause engine damage. There is a risk of damj
age to property. Do not fill with fuel that does
not comply with the minimum quality.
Recommended
fuel
grade
BMW recommends AKI 91.
Minimum
fuel
grade
BMW recommends AKI 89.
If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI Rating,
the engine may produce knocking sounds when starting at high external temperatures. This has
no effect on the engine life.
Diesel
Safety
information
NOTE
Do not press the Start/Stop button after refuelj
ing with the wrong fuel. There is a risk of damj
age to property.
Follow the following for diesel engines:
'xUse only Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel.'xDo not refuel with pure methyl ester.'xOnly refuel with biodiesel with a maximum of B5/5 % according to ASTM D975.'xDo not use gasoline.'xThe vehicle manufacturer recommendsonly using diesel additives which have
been classified as suitable.
Do not press the Start/Stop button after refuelj
ing with the wrong fuel. Contact a dealerss servj
ice center or another qualified service center or
repair shop.
Low-Sulfur
Diesel
The engine of your BMW is designed for diesel
with low sulfur content:
Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel ASTM D 975-xx.
xx: comply with the current standard in each
case.
Use only Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel.
The fraction of biodiesel in the fuel must not exj
ceed 5 %, referred to as B5. Do not use gasoj
line. If you do fill the tank with the wrong fuel, for
instance gasoline, do not start the engine as this may damage the engine.
In the case of incorrect refueling, contact a dealj
erss service center or another qualified service center or repair shop or Roadside Assistance.
If the fuel pump nozzle does not fit in the fillerpipe of your BMW, please check to ensure thatyou are refueling at a diesel fuel pump that isequipped with a diesel fuel pump nozzle.
In the event the Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel fuel canj
not be fully inserted into the fuel filler neck,
please contact BMW Roadside Assistance for inj
structions on how to add fuel. For more informaj tion on Roadside Assistance.
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BMW
Advanced
Diesel
Concept
BMW Advanced Diesel reduces nitrogen oxides in the diesel emissions by injecting diesel exj
haust fluid into the exhaust system. A chemical
reaction takes place inside the catalytic converter that minimizes nitrogen oxides.
General
information The vehicle has a tank that must be refilled.
To be able to establish the drive-ready state as
usual, there must be an adequate amount of diej
sel exhaust fluid.
Diesel exhaust fluid can be refilled at any time.
Diesel exhaust fluid is available at many gas staj tions.
If possible, refill diesel exhaust fluid using a fuel
pump, refer to page 295.
Diesel
exhaust
fluid
at
low
temperatures
Due to its physical properties, it is possible that
the diesel exhaust fluids may need to be replenj ished more frequently if exposed to temperaj
tures under +23 

Replenishing
diesel
exhaust
fluid
yourself
in
exceptional
cases
General
information
You can replenish Diesel exhaust fluid yourself in exceptional cases, for instance to get to yourscheduled service.
Safety
information
WARNING
Small amounts of ammonia fumes can escape when opening the diesel exhaust fluid conj tainer. Ammonia fumes have a pungent odorand irritate skin, mucous membranes, and eyes.There is a risk of injury. Do not inhale escaping
ammonia fumes. Avoid the contact of articles of clothing, skin or eyes with diesel exhaust fluid.
Do not swallow any diesel exhaust fluid. Keep children away from diesel exhaust fluids.
WARNING
Operating materials, for instance oils, greases,
coolants, fuels, can contain harmful ingredients.
There is a risk of injuries or danger to life. Folj
low the instructions on the containers. Avoid
the contact of articles of clothing, skin or eyes
with operating materials. Do not refill operating
materials into different bottles. Store operating
materials out of reach of children.
NOTE
The diesel exhaust fluid ingredients are very aggressive. There is a risk of damage to propj
erty. Avoid contact of diesel exhaust fluid with
surfaces of the vehicle.
Suitable
diesel
exhaust
fluid
'xRecommended: BMW Diesel Exhaust Fluid.
With this bottle and its special adapter, dieselexhaust fluid can be replenished simply and
safely.'xAlternatively recommended: NOx Diesel exj
haust fluid AUS 32.
Diesel exhaust fluid can be purchased at a dealj
erss service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
Refill
quantity When the reserve display begins, add at least
1.3 US gal/5 liters.
Tank
for
diesel
exhaust
fluid
The fuel cap for diesel exhaust fluids is next to
the fuel cap for the fuel tank.
Adding
diesel
exhaust
fluid
at
the
fuel
pump
General
information
When refueling, insert the filler nozzle completely into the filler pipe. Lifting up the fuel pump nozzleduring refueling causes:
'xPremature switching off.'xOverflow of diesel exhaust fluid.
The tank for diesel exhaust fluid is full when the
filler nozzle clicks off the first time.
Follow safety regulations posted at the gas staj
tion.
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Adding
diesel
exhaust
fluid1.Open the fuel filler flap, refer to page 290.2.Turn the fuel cap of the diesel exhaust fluid
tank counterclockwise and remove.3.Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached to
the fuel filler flap.4.Using the fuel pump nozzle, add at least the recommended refilling quantity, refer topage 295.
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks off the first time.5.Replace the fuel cap and turn it clockwise.6.Close the fuel filler flap.Adding
diesel
exhaust
fluid
using
a
bottle1.Open the fuel filler flap, refer to page 290.2.Turn the fuel cap of the diesel exhaust fluid
tank counterclockwise and remove.3.Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached to
the fuel filler flap.4.Place the bottle on it and turn it clockwise as far as it will go.5.Press the bottle down.
The vehicle tank will be filled.
The tank is full when the fill level in the bottle
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