BMW 5 Series: Route
Different views of the route are available during destination guidance:
▷ Arrow view in the instrument cluster and on
the Control Display.
▷ List of route sections.
▷ Map view.
▷ Arrow view in the Head-up Display
Arrow view
The following information is displayed during destination guidance:
▷ Large arrow: current direction of travel.
▷ Street name of the currently traveled street<>.
▷ Small arrow: indicates the next change in direction.
▷ Intersection view.
▷ Lane information.
▷ Traffic bulletins.
▷ Distance to the next change in direction.
▷ Street name at the next change in direction.
Lane information
On multi-lane roads, the recommended lanes are marked in the arrow view by a triangle.
▷ Solid triangle: best lane.
▷ Empty triangle: possible lane. However, another
lane change may be needed shortly.
Displaying list of route sections
When the destination guidance is started, a list of route sections can be displayed. The driving distances and traffic bulletins are displayed for each route section.
1. "Navigation"
2. "Route information"
3. Highlight route section.
The route section is displayed on the split screen.
Route criteria
General information
▷ The route calculated can be influenced by
selecting certain criteria.
▷ The route criteria can be changed when the
destination is entered and during destination ...
Bypassing a section of the route
Calculate a new route for a route section.
1. "Navigation"
2. "Route information"
3. "New route for"
4. Turn the controller. Enter the number of kilometers
within ...
See also:
Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation
WARNING
Driving at high speeds, 160 km/h (100 mph) or higher, puts an additional strain on tires.
Sustained high-speed driving causes excessive heat buildup and can cause sudden tire failure.
Yo ...
Safety Connect services
■ Automatic Collision Notification
In case of either airbag deployment or severe rear-end collision,
the system is designed to automatically call the response center.
The responding agent re ...
Checking Engine Oil
It is a good idea to check the engine oil level at each fuel fill. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick handle is ...
