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BMW 5 Series: History, Overview of system descriptions

BMW 5 Series G30 2016-2025 Training Manual / Chassis and Suspension / Introduction / History, Overview of system descriptions

History

History
Historical overview of the BMW 5 Series

  1. E12 (1972-1981)
  2. E28 (1981-1987)
  3. E34 (1987-1995)
  4. E39 (1995-2003)
  5. E60 (2003-2010)
  6. F10 (2010-2016)
  7. G30 (production starts in late 2016 as a 2017 MY vehicle)

Overview of system descriptions

Many of the systems used are already known from the current BMW 7 Series G12. The "Comparison of G12 with G30" chapter lists the common elements and the differences. The explanations of the systems already familiar from the G12 are kept brief. Comprehensive system descriptions can be found in the G12 Technical Reference Manual for "ST1501 G12 Complete Vehicle".

Overview of system descriptions

Comparison of G12 chassis and suspension with G30

Some of the systems used in the G30 have already been introduced in the G12. The following table provides an overview of the differences and common features between the two vehicles.

Comparison of G12 chassis and suspension with G30

* Only available in conjunction with the Integral Active Steering optional equipment.

Comparison of F10 chassis and suspension with G30

Comparison of F10 chassis and suspension with G30

* Only available in conjunction with the Integral Active Steering optional equipment.

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     Overview of chassis and suspension

    Overview of chassis and suspension in the G30 Front axle spring strut Auxiliary battery in the engine compartment (optional equipment) Brake servo Steering column Steering wheel Rear axle spri

     Axles

     Front axle

    Double-wishbone front axle in the G30 Support bearing Wishbone, lower Steering box Cross member Universal joint of steering shaft to steering gear Cast side section Strut Service opening Re

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     System components

    G30 Park Distance Control system components Ultrasonic sensors for Park Distance Control, front Central Information Display (CID) Operating unit Control unit for Parking Maneuvering Assistant (PMA) Ultrasonic sensors, Park Distance Control, rear Head Unit High Vehicles that do not have the

     Active Protection

    Concept Active Protection prepares occupants and the vehicle for a possible accident in critical driving or collision situations. General information Active Protection consists of various PreCrash functions, which can vary depending on the equipment. The system is used to detect certain critical dr

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