BMW 5 Series: Symbols - Notes - BMW 5 Series Owners ManualsBMW 5 Series: Symbols

precisely in order to avoid the possibility of personal Indicates precautions that must be followed precisely in order to avoid the possibility of personal injury and serious damage to the vehicle.

◄ Marks the end of a specific item of information.

"..." Identifies Control Display texts used to select individual functions.

›...‹ Verbal instructions to use with the voice activation system.

››...‹‹ Identifies the answers generated by the voice activation system.

taken to help Refers to measures that can be taken to help protect the environment.

Symbols on vehicle components

the relevant Indicates that you should consult the relevant section of this Owner's Manual for information on a particular part or assembly.

    Using this Owner's Manual
    The fastest way to find information on a particular topic is by using the index. An initial overview of the vehicle is provided in the first chapter. Updates made after the editorial deadline ...

    Vehicle equipment
    This Owner's Manual describes all models and all standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series. Therefore, in this Owner's Manual, equipment is also desc ...

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    Cupholders
    Notes Shatter-proof containers and no hot drinks Use light and shatter-proof containers and do not transport hot drinks. Otherwise, there is the increased danger of injury in an accident.` ...

    Electric Parking Brake Light
    The parking brake status light comes on when the brake is applied. If the light continues flashing after the parking brake is released, or while driving, there is a problem with the Electric Parking ...

    Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
    The vehicle has a passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System  for important safety information. The instrument panel has a passenger airbag status indicator. When the vehicle is s ...