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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    Windshield wiper blades. Replacing
    Replace the wiper blades if they are worn. 1. Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield. 2. Push the release tab, then move the wiper blade down the wiper arm to remove. 3. Remove the wiper blade ...

    RearView Monitor (if so equipped)
    When the shift selector is shifted into the R (Reverse) position, the monitor display shows a rearward view from the vehicle. WARNING ● The system is designed as an aid to the driver in det ...

    Showing the distance display
    This function is only available with DISTRONIC PLUS. •► Press the button on the steering wheel to select the DriveAssist menu. •► Press the button to select Distance Displa ...