BMW 5 Series: Turn signal, high beams,
headlight flasher
Turn signal
Turn signal in exterior mirror
When driving and during operation of the turn
signals or hazard warning system, do not fold in
the exterior mirrors, so that the signal lights on
the exterior mirror are easy to see.
Using turn signals
![Press the lever past the resistance point.](images/books/1460/index.88(3).png)
Press the lever past the resistance point.
Triple turn signal activation
Lightly tap the lever up or down.
The triple turn signal duration can be adjusted.
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle".
2. "Vehicle settings".
3. "Lighting".
4. "Exterior lighting".
5. "One-touch turn signal".
6. Select the desired setting.
The setting is stored for the driver profile currently
used.
Signaling briefly
Press the lever to the resistance point and hold it
there for as long as you want the turn signal to
flash.
High beams, headlight flasher
Push the lever forward or pull it backward.
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General information
Do not use the wipers if the windshield is dry, as
this may damage the wiper blades or cause them
to become worn more quickly.
Safety information
Warning
If the wipers start moving
General information
All washer nozzles are supplied from one reservoir.
Use a mixture of tap water and windshield
washer concentrate. If desired, a windshield
washer concentrate containing antifreeze
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
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Bus overview
ACC - Active Cruse Control also known as Long Range Radar sensor (LRR)
ACSM - Advanced Crash Safety Module
AMPT - Top HiFi amplifier
ASD - Active Sound Design
BDC - Body Domain Controller
CON - Controller
DME - Digital Motor Electronics
DME2 - Digital Motor Electronics 2
DSC - Dynamic
Changing the entertainment source
CD/DVD drive
Eject CD/DVD
Changing the station/track
Programmable memory buttons
Sound output on/off, volume
Waveband/satellite radio
Changing the waveband
Navigation destination entry
Entering a destination via address
State/province
1. "Navigation".
2.