BMW 5 Series: Standby state
Concept
When standby state is switched on, most functions can be used while the vehicle is stationary.
Desired settings can be adjusted.
General information
The vehicle is in the standby state after the front doors are opened from the outside.
Display in the instrument cluster
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OFF is displayed in the
instrument
cluster. The drivetrain is
switched off and standby state
switched on.
Drive-ready state
Concept
Switching on drive-ready state corresponds to starting the engine.
General information
Some functions, such as DSC Dynamic Stability Control, can only be used with drive-ready state switched on.
Follow further information on the drive-ready state.
Switching on drive-ready state
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Drive-ready state is switched on
via the Start/Stop button:
1. Depress the brake pedal.
2. Press the Start/Stop button.
Display in the instrument cluster
When drive-ready state is switched on, the tachometer shows the current engine speed.
Switching off drive-ready state
Press the Start/Stop button to switch off drive-ready state. The vehicle switches into standby state.
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iDrive
Concept
The iDrive combines the functions of many
switches. These functions can be operated via
the Controller.
Safety information
Warning
Operating the integrated information systems
and communicatio
Input and display
Letters and numbers
Letters and numbers can be entered using the
Controller or the touchscreen. The keyboard's
display changes automatically.
Change between capital and
lower-case letters.
Insert bla
Control elements
Overview
Control Display, with touchscreen depending
on the equipment version
Controller with buttons and, depending on
the equipment version, with touchpad
Control Display
General information
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Stored stations
General information
Up to 50 stations can be stored.
Selecting a station
1. "MEDIA".
2. "Radio".
3. "Presets".
4. Select the desired station.
Deleting a station
1. "MEDIA".
2. "Radio".
3. "Presets".
4. Highlight the station you want to delete.
5. Move the Controller to the right.
6. "Delete
Launch Control
Concept
Launch Control enables optimum acceleration
on surfaces with good traction under dry surrounding
conditions.
General information
The use of Launch Control causes premature
component wear since this function represents a
very heavy load for the vehicle.
Do not use Launch Control during the b
