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.
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Opening the main menu
Press the button.
The main menu is displayed.
All iDrive functions can be called up via the main
menu.
Adjusting the main menu
1. Press the button twice.
All menu items of the main menu are displayed.
2. Select a menu item.
3. To move the menu item to the desired position
General information
The BMW display key is supplied with an additional mechanical key. If the
display key is used, the mechanical key should be carried with you, for instance
in the wallet. The mechanical key is used like the integrated key.
The display key supports all functions of the
standard