BMW 5 Series: Interior rearview mirror, automatic
dimming feature
The concept
Interior rearview mirror, automatic
dimming feature
Photocells are used for control:
▷ In the mirror glass.
▷ On the back of the mirror.
Functional requirement
For proper operation:
▷ Keep the photocells clean.
▷ Do not cover the area between the inside
rearview mirror and the windshield.
Interior rearview mirror
Reducing the blinding effect
Reducing the blinding effect
From behind when driving at night: turn the
knob. ...
Steering wheel
General information
Do not adjust while driving
Do not adjust the steering wheel while
driving; otherwise, an unexpected movement
could result in an accident.◀
Manual steering wheel adju ...
See also:
Adjusting
Danger of burns when screen is folded out
Do not reach behind the screen; otherwise,
there is the danger of getting burned. The
back of the screen can become very hot.◀
▷ To fold ...
Important safety notes
Observe the "Important safety notes"
section
ABS regulates brake pressure in such a way
that the wheels do not lock when you brake.
This allows you to continue steering the
vehicle w ...
Satellite radio reception
You may experience problems in receiving XMâ„¢ satellite radio signals in the following
situations.
• If you are driving in a tunnel or a covered parking area.
• If you are driving beneath t ...
