BMW 5 Series: Visual warning
The approach of the vehicle to an object can be shown on the Control Display. Objects that are farther away are displayed on the Control Display before a signal tone sounds.
A display appears as soon as Park Distance Control (PDC) is activated.
If the backup camera image was selected last, it again appears on the display. To switch to PDC:
1. 
"Rear view camera" Select the
symbol
on the Control Display.
2. Press the controller.
The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use.
Zoom view
On the left part of the display screen, the vehicle is shown enlarged.
▷ Forward gear or transmission position D engaged:
front area of the vehicle.
▷ Reverse gear or transmission position R engaged:
rear area of the vehicle.
Signal tones
When approaching an object, an intermittent
tone is sounded that indicates the position of the
object. For example, if an object is detected to
the left rear of the vehicle, a signal tone sounds ...
Display on the Control Display
Switching on the backup camera via the
iDrive
With PDC activated:
"Rear view camera"
The backup camera image is displayed. The setting
is stored for the remote control currently in ...
See also:
Bluetooth®
The Bluetooth system allows users
with a Bluetooth-enabled cell phone
to make and receive hands-free
calls using the vehicle audio system
and controls.
The Bluetooth-enabled cell phone
must ...
Tips and Troubleshooting Chart
Problem
Recommended Action
No power.
The ignition might not be turned to ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY.
The picture does not fill the screen. There are black
borders on t ...
Installing the spare tire
The spare tire is designed for emergency
use. See specific instructions under the
heading “Wheels and tires” in the “Maintenance
and do-it-yourself” section of this
manual.
1. Clean any ...
