BMW 5 Series: Service and Warranty
Information Booklet for US
models and Warranty and
Service Guide Booklet for
Canadian models
Please consult your Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models and Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models for additional information on service requirements.
Maintenance and repair should be performed by your service center. Make sure to have regular maintenance procedures recorded in the vehicle's Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models, and in the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models. These entries are proof of regular maintenance.
Condition Based Service CBS
Sensors and special algorithms take into account
the driving conditions of your vehicle.
Based on this, Condition Based Service determines
the maintenance requirements.
The system makes it possi ...
Socket for OBD Onboard
Diagnosis
There is an OBD socket on the driver's side for
checking the primary components in the vehicle
emissions.
Emissions
▷ The warning lamp lights up:
Emissions are deteriorating. Have
th ...
See also:
Underbody
In areas where road salt is used in winter, it is necessary to clean the underbody
regularly in order to prevent dirt and salt from building up and causing the acceleration
of corrosion on the und ...
Cargo net (Wagon)
Important safety notes
It is particularly important to use a safety net
if the vehicle is loaded with small objects
above the level of the backrests. For safety
reasons, always use a cargo net ...
If the light is blinking
If the light is blinking while driving, an engine misfire condition has been
detected which may damage the emission control system.
To prevent serious damage to the emission control system, you sho ...
