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:
Air volume, manual
To be able to manually adjust the air volume,
switch off the AUTO program first.
Press the left or right side of
the button:
decrease or increase air volume.
The selected air volume is shown o ...
Daytime running light system (Canada only)
The headlights automatically illuminate at a reduced intensity when the engine
is started with the parking brake released. The daytime running lights operate with
the headlight switch in the OFF p ...
Small children
Children that are over one year old and weigh at least 20 lbs (9 kg) can be placed
in a forwardfacing child restraint. Refer to the manufacturers instructions for
minimum and maximum weight and he ...
