BMW 5 Series: Closing the trunk lid
Drive with the trunk lid closed
Only drive with the tailgate closed; otherwise,
in the event of an accident or braking or
evasive maneuvers, passengers or other road
users may be injured or the vehicle may be damaged.
In addition, exhaust fumes may enter the passenger compartment.◀
If driving with the tailgate open cannot be avoided:
▷ Close all windows and the glass sunroof.
▷ Greatly increase the blower speed.
▷ Drive moderately.
Hot exhaust system
Hot exhaust system High temperatures are generated in the exhaust system. Do not remove the heat shields installed and never apply undercoating to them. When driving, standing at idle and whi ...See also:
Programming trouble-diagnosis
If the HomeLink does not quickly learn the handheld
transmitter information:
● replace the hand-held transmitter batteries
with new batteries.
● position the hand-held transmitter with ...
Components in the SIPS airbag system
This SIPS airbag system consists of a gas generator, the side airbag modules
built into the outboard sides of both front seat backrests, and electronic sensors/wiring.
WARNING
The SIPS air ...
Air recirculation
Push the air recirculation button
to recirculate
interior air inside the vehicle. The indicator
light on the switch will come on.
The air recirculation button will not be activated
when the air ...