BMW 5 Series: Active seat ventilation, front
The seat cushion and backrest surfaces are cooled by means of integrated fans.
The ventilation rapidly cools the seat, e. g., if the vehicle interior is overheated or for continuous cooling at high temperatures.
Switching on
Press the button
once for each ventilation
level.
The highest level is active when three LEDs are lit.
If when the seat ventilation is turned on the Maximum Cooling function is activated, the seat ventilation automatically switches to the highest level. When the Maximum Cooling function is switched off, the unit switches to the previously set level.
After a short time, the system automatically moves down one level in order to prevent excessive cooling.
Switching off
Press the button longer.
The LEDs go out.
Rear seat heating
Rear seat heating
Switching on
Press the button
once for each temperature
level.
The maximum temperature is reached when
three LEDs are lit.
If the drive is continued within approx. 15 mi ...
Safety belts
Seats with safety belt
The vehicle has five seats, each of which is
equipped with a safety belt.
Notes
Always make sure that safety belts are being
worn by all occupants before driving away.
A ...
See also:
When the brakes get wet
When driving in rain or after washing the vehicle, the brakes may get wet. As
a result, brake stopping distance will be longer. To dry the brakes, drive the vehicle
at a safe speed while lightly d ...
Infotainment mode buttons
Press a button to select a mode
1 - RADIO: use to select AM, FM1, FM2, SAT1*1, SAT2*1 2 - MEDIA: use to select
DISC, AUX, USB, iPod or Bluetooth*. 3 - TEL: BluetoothВ® hands-free cell ...
Taillight housing
The bulbs in the taillight cluster are replaced from inside the trunk (not the
LED functions).
NOTE
Before starting to replace a bulb, see page 306.
1. Remove the covers in the left/right ...
