BMW 5 Series: Hydroplaning
On wet or slushy roads, a wedge of water can form between the tires and road surface.
This phenomenon is referred to as hydroplaning.
It is characterized by a partial or complete loss of contact between the tires and the road surface, ultimately undermining your ability to steer and brake the vehicle.
Hydroplaning
When driving on wet or slushy roads, reduce
your speed to prevent hydroplaning.◀
Mobile communication devices in the
vehicle
Mobile communication devices in the vehicle
It is advised that you do not use mobile communication
devices, e.g., mobile phones, inside the
vehicle without connecting them directly to the
exte ...
Driving through water
Drive though calm water only if it is not deeper
than 9.8 inches/25 cm and at this height, no
faster than walking speed, up to 6 mph/10 km/h.
Adhere to water depth and speed limitations
Do not ...
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Operation
Sport mode
The stability system is always activated and cannot be switched off.
However, the driver can select Sport mode, which offers more active driving characteristics.
In this mode, the engin ...
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) (Type A)
1. Temperature control buttons (drivers side) 2. AUTO climate control ON button
3. (front defroster) button 4.
Air recirculation button 5. MODE (manual
air flow control) button 6. Temperature ...
Removing and installing the clips
The luggage trim cover and trunk panel cover clip
Removing
Installing
The fender liner clip
Installing
CAUTION
■Replacing light bulbs
●Turn off the lights. Do not attempt ...