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:
Memo
To switch to the voice recorder mode, say “Memo”. In
this mode, you may say the following commands:
• “New Memo” (to record a new memo) — During the
recording, you may press the Voic ...
Surround View
The concept
Surround View includes the following systems:
▷ Backup camera
▷ Side View.
▷ Top View.
It assists the driver when parking, maneuvering
and on blind driveways and i ...
Range of the sensors
General notes
The sensors must be free of dirt, ice and
slush; otherwise they may not function
correctly. Clean the sensors regularly, taking
care not to scratch or damage them
Side view, Se ...
