BMW 5 Series: Capturing the image
The image is captured by two cameras integrated in the exterior mirrors and by the backup camera.
The range equals:
▷ Approx. 7 ft/2 m to the side.
▷ approx. 7 ft/2 m to the rear.
In this way, obstacles up to the height of the exterior mirrors are detected early.
Top View
The concept
Top View assists you in parking and maneuvering.
The area around the doors and the road area
around the vehicle are shown on the Control
Display for this purpose. ...
System limits
Top View cannot be used in the following situations:
▷ With a door open.
▷ With the trunk lid open.
▷ With an exterior mirror folded in.
▷ In poor light.
A Check Control m ...
See also:
Automatic heating and air conditioning
The automatic climate control system is controlled by simply setting the desired
temperature.
The Full Automatic Temperature Control (FATC) system automatically controls the
heating and cooling s ...
Towing Assistance
If you need towing assistance:
• Press the button to begin.
• After the “Ready” prompt and the following beep, say
“Towing Assistance”.
NOTE:
• The towing assistance number dialed ...
Lumbar Support — If Equipped
This feature allows you to increase or decrease the
amount of lumbar support. The control lever is located
on the outboard side of the driver’s seatback. Turn the
control lever downward to inc ...