BMW 5 Series: Fuel gauge
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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 features: display
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An arrow beside the fuel pump
symbol shows which side of the
vehicle the fuel filler flap is on.
Indicator light in the instrument cluster
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The yellow indicator light
illuminates,
once the fuel reserve is reached.
Tachometer
Always avoid engine speeds in the red warning field. In this range, the fuel supply is reduced to protect the engine.
Standby state and drive-ready state
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The letters OFF in the
tachometer
indicate that drive-ready state
is switched off and standby state
is switched on.
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The letters READY in the
tachometer
indicate that the Auto
Start/Stop function is ready to
start the engine automatically.
For further information, see Idle state, standby state, and drive-ready state.
Engine temperature
Display
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Cold engine: the pointer is
at
the low temperature end.Drive at moderate engine and vehicle speeds.
- Normal operating temperature: the pointer is in the middle or in the lower half of the temperature display.
- Hot engine: the pointer is at the high end of the temperature range. In addition, a Check Control message is displayed.
Indicator light in the instrument cluster
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A red indicator light is
displayed.
External temperature
General information
If the indicator drops to +37 ℉/+3 ℃ or lower, a signal sounds.
A Check Control message is displayed.
There is an increased risk of ice on roads.
Safety information
Warning
Even at temperatures above +37 ℉/+3 ℃ there can be a risk of icy roads, for instance on bridges or shady sections of the road. There is a risk of accident. Modify your driving style to the weather conditions at low temperatures.
Time
The time is displayed in the instrument cluster.
Setting the time and time format.
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Range
Concept
The range indicates the distance that can still be
covered with the current fuel level.
General information
The estimated range available with the remaining
fuel is permanently displayed in th
Speed Limit Info
Speed Limit Info
Concept
Speed Limit Info shows the current valid maximum
speed in the instrument cluster.
General information
The camera in the area of the interior mirror detects
traffic signs at th
Selection lists
General information
Depending on your vehicle's equipment, the following
can be displayed or operated using the
buttons and the thumbwheel on the steering
wheel and via the displays in the instrument
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Seats
Safety information
Warning
Seat adjustments while driving can lead to unexpected
movements of the seat. Vehicle control
could be lost. There is a risk of accident.
Only adjust the seat on the driver's side when
the vehicle is stationary.
Warning
With a backrest inclined too far to the rear, the
eff
Lights and bulbs
General information
Lights and bulbs
Lights and bulbs make an essential contribution
to vehicle safety.
Some items of equipment use light-emitting diodes
installed behind a cover as a light source.
These light-emitting diodes are related to conventional
lasers and are officially designated as
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