BMW 5 Series: Breakdown assistance
Vehicle equipment
All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional equipment or country variant. This also applies for safety-related functions and systems.
- Hazard warning flashers
- Emergency Request
- Warning triangle
- First aid kit
- Jump starting
- Tow-starting and towing
Fuses
Notes Replacing fuses Never attempt to repair a blown fuse and do not replace a defective fuse with a substitute of another color or amperage rating; this could lead to a circuit overload, ul ...Hazard warning flashers
The button is located in the center console. ...See also:
Remote keyless entry system and the driver's seat and door mirrors
The remote control transmitter also controls the position of the power driver's
seat and door mirrors in the following way:
1. Adjust the seat to your preferences.
2. When you leave your veh ...
Highway Hypnosis
Always be alert and pay attention to
your surroundings while driving.
If you become tired or sleepy, find a
safe place to park the vehicle
and rest.
Other driving tips include:
• Keep the v ...
Replacement Parts
Many components in your Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) are
designed to be compatible with ethanol. Always be sure
that your vehicle is serviced with correct ethanol compatible
parts.
CAUTION!
Rep ...