BMW 5 Series: Multifunction Steering Wheel
Overview
The buttons of the multifunction steering wheel in the G30 are unchanged
compared to those in G12.
Part of the assistance system is operated on the left side. Multimedia functions
are operated on the
right side.
The version of the control panel installed on the left side (assistance systems)
depends on the
equipment. The following graphic shows a multifunction steering wheel with
maximum equipment:
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G30 Multifunction steering wheel control panels
- Left control panel of the multifunction steering wheel (assistance
systems)
- Shift paddles
- Right control panel of the multifunction steering wheel (infotainment)
- Steering wheel heating button
Steering wheel heating
The steering wheel heating button is no longer installed on the side of the
steering wheel but is now
located centrally on the spoke for easier operation.
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G30 Button, steering wheel heating
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Overview
The functions of the driving experience switch are identical to those of the
G12 except for the
following.
The following table shows a comparison of the functions of the driving
experience
Introduction
New features in the G30
The G30 builds on the technology of the G12. This product information manual
describes the new
features or changes compared to the G12.
The following table shows
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The shifting points and shifting times in the
Sport program are designed for a sportier driving
style. The transmission, for instance shifts up
later and the shifting times are shorter.
Activating the Sport program
Press the selector lever to the left from selector
lever position D.
The en
Safety information
Warning
High gross weight can overheat the tires, damage
them internally and cause a sudden drop in
tire inflation pressure. Driving characteristics
may be negatively impacted, reducing lane stability,
lengthening the braking distances and
changing the steering response. There is