BMW 5 Series: General information - Seats - Adjusting - Controls - BMW 5 Series Owners ManualsBMW 5 Series: General information

Do not adjust the driver's seat while driving, Do not adjust the seat while driving
Do not adjust the driver's seat while driving, or the seat could respond with unexpected movement and the ensuing loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident.◀

rear Do not incline the backrest too far to the rear
Also on the front passenger side, do not incline the backrest on the front passenger side too far to the rear during driving, or there is a risk of slipping under the safety belt in the event of an accident. This would eliminate the protection normally provided by the belt.◀

    Seats
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    Semi-electrically adjustable seats
    At a glance 1. Thigh support 2. Tilt 3. Forward/backward 4. Lumbar support 5. Height 6. Backrest Tilt Pull the lever and move the seat to the desired tilt. After releasing the lever, app ...

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    Hood
    WARNING: Always check that the hood is closed and securely locked: A hood that is not closed and securely locked is dangerous as it could fly open while the vehicle is moving and block the driver& ...