BMW 5 Series: Correctly adjusted head restraint
A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of injury to cervical vertebrae in the event of an accident.
Adjusting the head restraint
Correctly adjust the head restraints of all
occupied seats; otherwise, there is an increased
risk of injury in an accident.◀
Height
Adjust the head restraint so that its center is approximately at ear level.
Distance
Adjust the distance so that the head restraint is as close as possible to the back of the head.
Adjusting the height
▷ To raise: pull. ▷ To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and push the head restraint down. ...See also:
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The alarm indicator light
The status of the alarm system is indicated by the red indicator light on the
dashboard (see illustration):
Indicator light off – the alarm is not armed
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Engine Compartment Fuse Block
To remove the fuse block cover, press the three retaining clips on the cover and lift it straight up.
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