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BMW 5 Series: Steptronic transmission

BMW 5 Series 2016-2026 Owners Manual / Driving / Steptronic transmission

Concept

The Steptronic transmission combines the functions of an automatic transmission with the possibility of manual shifting, if needed.

Safety information

Warning

An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and possibly roll away. There is a risk of accident.

Before exiting, secure the vehicle against rolling.

In order to ensure that the vehicle is secured against rolling away, follow the following:

  • Set the parking brake.
  • On uphill grades or on a downhill slope, turn the front wheels in the direction of the curb.
  • On uphill grades or on a downhill slope, also secure the vehicle, for instance with a wheel chock.

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 Selector lever positions

Drive mode D Selector lever position for normal vehicle operation. All gears for forward travel are activated automatically. R is reverse Engage selector lever position R only when the vehicle is sta

 Rolling or pushing the vehicle

General information In some situations, the vehicle is to roll without its own power for a short distance, for instance in a vehicle wash, or be pushed. Engaging selector lever position N 1. Switch on

 Sport program M/S

Concept 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. Activa

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 Remote 3D View

The Remote 3D View (Remote 360º) is provided for the first time on the G30. This function allows the customer to display images of his parked vehicle on a mobile device (such as a smartphone). The user can send a remote request to the parked vehicle through his device. The vehicle tak

 Flat Tire Monitor FTM

Concept The system detects tire inflation pressure loss on the basis of rotation speed differences between the individual wheels while driving. In the event of a tire inflation pressure loss, the diameter and therefore the rotational speed of the corresponding wheel changes. The difference will be

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