BMW 5 Series: Check Control
Concept
The Check Control system monitors functions in
the vehicle and notifies you of malfunctions in
the monitored systems.
General information
A Check Control message is displayed as a combination
of indicator or warning lights and text
messages in the instrument cluster and, if applicable,
in the Head-up Display.
In addition, an acoustic signal may sound and a
text message may appear on the Control Display.
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Concept
Indicator/warning lights in the instrument cluster
display the status of some functions in the vehicle
and indicate when a malfunction is present in
the monitored systems.
General information
Press the button on the turn signal lever.
Continuous display
Some Check Control messages are displayed
continuously and are not cleared until the malfunction
is eliminated. If several malfunctions o
Concept
The current fill level of the fuel tank is displayed.
General information
Vehicle tilt position may cause the display to
vary.
Information on refueling
Instrument cluster without
enhanced fea
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New features in the G30
The G30 is based on the technology that was introduced in the 7 Series. This
training manual
describes the new features or changes when compared to the G12.
The table below lists the new features and changes in the G30 compared to the
G12:
Further information
The function
Electronic control devices are installed in the vehicle.
Electronic control units process data they
receive from vehicle sensors, self-generate or
exchange with each other. Some control units
are necessary for the vehicle to function safely or
provide assistance during driving, for instance
driver