BMW 5 Series: Overview
General information
The Teleservices, intelligent emergency call or ConnectedDrive Services features are required to use the services and applications described here.
The content and scope of the services that are available may vary by country. Therefore, it is possible that some of the services and applications described in the Owner's Manual may not be offered, or not yet be offered, in the vehicle's country of registration.
Services and applications may be provided in the following ways:
- In the scope of the vehicle order; e.g., as special equipment.
- Via the BMW ConnectedDrive portal on the Internet.
- Via iDrive on the Control Display of the vehicle in the ConnectedDrive Store.
Details on the content and scope of Connected‐ Drive can be obtained from www.bmwusa.com/ connecteddrive or your service center.
Safety information
Warning
Operating the integrated information systems and communication devices while driving can distract from traffic. It is possible to lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of accident. Only use the systems or devices when the traffic situation allows. As warranted, stop and use the systems and devices while the vehicle is stationary.
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BMW Teleservices
Concept
Teleservices are services that help to maintain
vehicle mobility.
General information
The offering depends on the equipment version
of the vehicle and the country-specific variant.
For furthe
Teleservice Report
Concept
Transmits technical data that is evaluated for the
ongoing development of BMW products from
the vehicle to BMW in regular intervals, if
needed.
General information
The Teleservice Report is fr
ConnectedDrive Services
Functional requirements
Subscription to the optional Convenience
Plan.
The date setting on the Control Display is
current, see Owner's Manual for the vehicle.
Cellular network reception must be
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Chain drive
Features:
Chain drive at the side of the engine emitting the forces
Single-part chain drive for driving the camshafts
Single sleeve-type chain 8 mm
Electric motor of the combined oil-vacuum pump via a separate chain
Plastic tensioning and guide rail
Hydraulic chain tensioner with spring
Gateway
Body Domain Controller (BDC)
Body Domain Controller (BDC)
BDC functions
The Body Domain Controller BDC is responsible for the following functions:
Gateway
Electronic immobilizer
Terminal control
Central locking system
Exterior lights
Power windows
Horn
Interior light
Wash/wipe system
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