BMW 5 Series: Notes on Emergency
Requests
Do not use the voice activation system to initiate an Emergency Request. In stressful situations, the voice and vocal pitch can change. This can unnecessarily delay the establishment of a telephone connection.
Instead, use the SOS button, in the vicinity of the interior mirror.
Adjusting the volume
Turn the volume button while giving an instruction
until the desired volume is set.
▷ The volume remains constant even if the
volume of other audio sources is changed.
▷ The volume i ...
Environmental conditions
▷ Say the commands, numbers, and letters
smoothly and with normal volume, emphasis,
and speed.
▷ Always say commands in the language of
the voice activation system.
▷ When se ...
See also:
Brake Assist System (BAS)
The BAS is designed to optimize the vehicle’s braking
capability during emergency braking maneuvers. The
system detects an emergency braking situation by sensing
the rate and amount of brake a ...
Fuel
Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of this vehicle. To help keep the engine clean and maintain optimum vehicle performance, we recommend the use of gasoline adv ...
Warning and indicator lights
Several of the warning and indicator lights illuminate momentarily and then go
out when the ignition switch is initially turned to the “ON” position. This permits
checking the operation of the ...
