BMW 5 Series: History, Overview of system descriptions
History
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Historical overview of the BMW 5 Series
- E12 (1972-1981)
- E28 (1981-1987)
- E34 (1987-1995)
- E39 (1995-2003)
- E60 (2003-2010)
- F10 (2010-2016)
- 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".
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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.
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* Only available in conjunction with the Integral Active Steering optional
equipment.
Comparison of F10 chassis and suspension with G30
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* Only available in conjunction with the Integral Active Steering optional
equipment.
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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
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
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Concept
The system provides an early look at cross traffic
at blind driveways and intersections.
General information
Road users concealed by obstacles to the left
and right of the vehicle can only be detected relatively
late from the driver's seat. The cameras in
the front and rear capture the side
Switches in the vehicle
The light switch element is located next to the
steering wheel.
Front fog lights.
Night Vision.
Lights off.
Daytime running lights.
Parking lights.
Automatic headlight control.
Adaptive light functions.
Low beams.
Instrument lighting.
Right roadside parking light.