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:
Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flashers
Hazard Warning Flasher:
Press this button to make the front
and rear turn signal lamps flash on
and off. Press again to turn the
flashers off.
The hazard warning fl ...
P (Park)
This position is for parking the vehicle and starting the engine.
In this position, the transmission is mechanically locked to prevent the vehicle
from rolling freely.
When you park the vehicle, f ...
Operating Tips
Operating the Climate Control System
Operate the climate control system with the engine running.
NOTE:
To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the fan control dial
on for a lon ...