2004 BMW 5 Series Owner's Manual
Year:
2004
Make:
BMW
Model:
5 Series
Rating:
Table of Contents
525i 530i 545i
3
Contents
5
Notes
6
Using this Owner's Manual
6
Symbols used
6
The individual vehicle
7
Editorial notice
7
For your own safety
8
Service and warranty
9
Cockpit
12
All around the steering wheel: controls and displays
12
Instrument cluster
14
Indicator and warning lamps
15
Comfort area: controls and displays
16
Control Center
18
Controls
18
Menu overview
18
Menu guidance
19
Voice command system
22
The concept
22
Voice commands
22
Notes
24
Opening and closing
28
The key set
28
Key Memory
28
Central locking system
29
Opening and closing: from outside
29
Opening and closing: from inside
32
Luggage compartment lid
33
Alarm system
34
Windows
35
Glass roof, electric*
36
Adjustments
38
Sitting safely
38
Seats
38
Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory*
40
Head restraints
41
Safety belts
42
Heated seats*
43
Active seat ventilation*
44
Active seat*
44
Mirrors
44
Steering wheel adjustment
45
Transporting children safely
47
The right place for children
47
Installing child-restraint systems
48
On journeys
50
Driving
51
Ignition lock
51
Starting the engine
51
Handbrake
52
Manual transmission
53
Sequential manual \x04transmission SMG*
53
Dynamic Driving Control
56
Automatic transmission with Steptronic*
56
Turn signal indicators/ headlamp flasher
58
Wiper system
59
Washer fluid
59
Cruise control*
60
Active cruise control*
61
Everything under control
67
Odometer, outside \x04temperature display, clock
67
Tachometer
67
Energy Control/Current fuel consumption
68
Fuel gauge
68
Service requirement display and display of legally \x04prescribed inspections
68
Check Control
70
Computer
72
Speed limit
74
Stopwatch
75
Changing settings
75
Technology for comfort, convenience and safety
78
PDC Park Distance Control*
78
Driving stability control/ ABS Antilock Brake System
79
Driving stability control/ DSC Dynamic Stability \x04Control
80
Active roll stabilization*
82
Flat Tire Monitor
82
Active steering*
84
Airbags
85
Head-Up Display*
87
Lamps
89
Parking lamps/low beams
89
Adaptive Head Light*
90
Instrument lighting
90
High beams/standing lamps
90
Fog lamps
91
Interior lamps
91
A congenial climate
92
Independent ventilation*
96
Practical interior accessories
98
Integrated universal remote control*
98
Roller sun blinds*
99
Glove compartment
100
Center armrest
100
Storage compartments
101
Beverage holders
101
Ashtray, front
101
Cigarette lighter, front
102
Ashtray, rear
102
Cigarette lighter, rear
102
Sockets
102
Rear center armrest
103
Fold down rear seat*
103
Ski bag*
103
Things to remember when driving
108
Break-in procedures
108
General driving notes
108
Loading
110
Roof-mounted luggage rack*
111
Starting navigation system
116
Navigation CD/DVD
116
Opening the navigation
116
Display in assistance \x04window
117
Displaying position
117
Destination entry
118
Entering a destination \x04manually
118
Map-guided destination selection
120
Selecting destination using information
120
Recent destinations
121
Address book
122
Route selection
123
Wordmatch principle
124
Destination guidance
125
Starting the destination guidance
125
Displaying route
125
Displaying towns and streets of the route
126
Destination guidance through voice instructions
126
Blocking sections of a route
127
Traffic information
128
Terminating/continuing destination guidance
128
What to do if …
129
On/off, tone
132
Controls
132
Switching on/off
133
Adjusting the volume
133
Tone control
133
Radio
136
Listening to the radio
136
Storing stations
138
Weather Band*
139
Satellite radio*
140
CD Compact Disc
143
Listening to CDs
143
Selecting a track
143
Repeating a track
144
Sampling and selecting tracks, scan
144
Random play sequence
144
Fast forward/reverse
144
Malfunctions
145
CD changer
146
CD magazine
146
Listening to CDs
146
Selecting a track
147
Repeating a track
147
Sampling and selecting tracks, scan
147
Random play sequence
148
Fast forward/reverse
148
Malfunctions
148
Telephoning
152
Safety notice
152
Care instructions
153
Controls
153
Hands-free unit
153
Operation using the Control Center
154
Operation by voice control*
159
Notes
162
TeleService, BMW Assist
163
TeleService
163
BMW Assist
163
Requirements
163
Services offered
164
Adapting TeleService or BMW Assist
166
Displaying vehicle data
167
Refueling
170
Fuel filler door
170
Fuel specifications
171
Wheels and tires
172
Tire inflation pressure
172
Tire identification marks
174
Tire condition
175
Replacing wheels/tires
176
Run-flat tires*
177
Snow chains*
178
Under the hood
179
Hood
179
Engine compartment
180
Engine oil
180
Coolant
181
Brake fluid
182
Brake hydraulic systems
182
Maintenance
183
The BMW Maintenance \x04System
183
Care
184
Rules and regulations
185
California Proposition 65 Warning
185
OBD connector
185
Replacing components
186
Onboard tool kit
186
Windshield wiper blades
186
Lamps and bulbs
186
Changing a wheel
189
Battery
190
Fuses
191
Giving and receiving assistance
192
Starting an emergency call*
192
Warning triangle*
193
First-aid kit*
193
Roadside Assistance
193
Jump-starting
194
Towing
195
Technical data
200
Engine specifications
200
Dimensions
201
Weights
202
Capacities
203
Everything from A to Z
204
Index
204
Refueling
219
FAQ about the 2004 BMW 5 Series Manual
What contains the 2004 5 Series manual?
The BMW 5 Series owner's manual is a comprehensive guide provided by BMW to assist owners in understanding and operating their specific model of the BMW 5 Series. It contains important information about the vehicle's features, functions, and maintenance requirements.
Where to download the 2004 BMW 5 Series Owners Manual?
The BMW 5 Series owner manual for the 2004 model year is to be found on this page.
Is the manual for the BMW 5 Series year 2004 free?
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The BMW 5 Series (2004) owner's manual is available in English?
Yes, the owner's manual for the model year 2004 is available in English.
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