BMW 5 Series: 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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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
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
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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General information
When planning a trip, several intermediate destinations
can be entered.
New trip
1. Press the button on the
Controller.
2. Select the type of destination entry.
3. Select a single destination.
4. Enter an intermediate destination.
Intermediate destinations
General information
DME 8 control unit
The 8th generation engine electronics form a common control unit platform for
gasoline and diesel
engines that have been used since modular engines were introduced. Its
appearance is characterized
by a uniform housing and a uniform connector strip. The hardware inside has been