BMW 5 Series: Low tire pressure message
The yellow warning lamp lights
up. A
Check Control message is displayed.
▷ There is a flat tire or a major loss in
tire inflation pressure.
▷ The system was not reset after a wheel
change and thus warns based on the inflation
pressures initialized last.
1. Reduce your speed and stop cautiously.
Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuvers.
2. Check whether the vehicle is fitted with regular
tires or run-flat tires.Run-flat tires, are labeled
with a circular symbol containing the letters
RSC marked on the tire sidewall.
Do not continue driving without run-flat
tires
Do not continue driving if the vehicle is not
equipped with run-flat tires; continued driving
may result in serious accidents.◀
When a low inflation pressure is indicated, DSC
Dynamic Stability Control is switched on if necessary.
Resetting the system
Reset the system after each correction of the
tire inflation pressure and after every tire or
wheel change.
1. "Vehicle Info"
2. "Vehicle status"
3. "Reset"
4. S ...
Actions in the event of a flat tire
Normal tires
1. Identify the damaged tire.
Do this by checking the air pressure in all
four tires.
If the tire inflation pressure in all four tires is
correct, the Tire Pressure Monitor may not ...
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Position of the steering wheel for
driving
The steering wheel is moved to the last
selected position when:
- the driver's door is closed.
- you insert the SmartKey into the ignition
lock.
or
- you press the Star ...
Immobilizer
The immobilizer prevents your vehicle from
being started without the correct SmartKey.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. The
engine can be starte ...
Checking the fluid level
WARNING
Never let clutch fluid contact your eyes because clutch fluid can be harmful
to your eyes. If clutch fluid gets in your eyes, immediately flush them thoroughly
with clean water. For safet ...
