2024 BMW i5 Owner's Manual

2024 BMW i5 owners manual
Year:
2024
Make:
BMW
Model:
i5
Rating:
(5)

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4.06 MB
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Table of Contents

- NOTES
6
Information
6
Using this Owner's Manual
6
Media at a glance
6
Additional sources of information
7
Icons and displays
7
Vehicle features and options
8
Status of the Owner's Manual
8
For Your Own Safety
9
Data memory
11
Event Data Recorder (EDR)
13
Vehicle identification number
13
Reporting safety defects
14
Safety of the high-voltage system
16
Vehicle features and options
16
Working on the vehicle
16
Contact with water
16
Monitoring of the high-voltage battery
16
Getting in
18
Opening and closing
18
Displays, control elements
19
Set-up and use
22
Seats, mirrors and steering wheel
22
Infotainment
24
On the road
26
Driving
26
Light and view
27
Climate control
29
Intermediate stop
30
Dashboard
32
Vehicle features and options
32
In the vicinity of the steering wheel
32
In the vicinity of the center console
34
In the vicinity of the headliner
35
Sensors of the vehicle
36
Vehicle features and options
36
Overview
36
Cameras
36
Radar sensors
37
Ultrasonic sensors
39
Operating condition of the vehicle
41
Vehicle features and options
41
General information
41
Idle state
41
Standby state
42
Drive-ready state
42
BMW iDrive
45
Vehicle features and options
45
Display and operating concept
45
Direct access
48
BMW Curved Display
49
Control display
49
Controller
50
Operating via the Controller
51
Operation via touchpad
52
Operation via control display
53
BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant
54
BMW Gesture Control
59
Connecting mobile devices to the vehicle
61
BMW Remote Software Upgrade
64
Vehicle features and options
64
BMW Remote Software Upgrade
64
Personal settings
68
Vehicle features and options
68
Data protection
68
Reset vehicle data
68
BMW ID/driver profiles
69
Opening and closing
74
Vehicle features and options
74
Vehicle key
74
Access to vehicle interior
78
Access to the cargo area
82
Key Card
85
BMW Digital Key
86
Buttons for the central locking system
89
Soft-close automatic function
90
Valet parking mode
90
Settings
91
Alarm system
93
Window
94
Window roller sunblinds
97
Safety switch
97
Sliding glass roof
98
Seats, mirrors and steering wheel
102
Vehicle features and options
102
Sitting safely
102
Seats
102
Seat belts
106
Front head restraints
109
Rear head restraints
110
Exterior mirrors
112
Interior mirror, automatic dimming feature
113
Steering wheel
114
Memory function
114
Seat climate control
116
Transporting children safely
117
Vehicle features and options
117
The right place for children
117
Installing child restraint systems
118
LATCH child restraint fixing system
119
Child restraint systems with tether strap
120
Locking the doors and windows in the rear
122
Driving
123
Vehicle features and options
123
BMW eDRIVE
123
Start/Stop button
125
Drive-ready state in detail
126
Driving in detail: eDRIVE
129
Launch Control
131
Sport Boost function
132
My Modes
132
My Programs
134
Parking brake
135
Automatic Hold
137
Displays
139
Vehicle features and options
139
Instrument cluster
139
Live Vehicle
140
BMW Head-up display
141
Check Control
142
Indicator lights and warning lights
143
Selection lists
149
Power gauge
150
Standby state and drive-ready state
151
Range
151
Outside temperature
152
Charging screen
152
Central display range
153
Trip data
154
Assisted View
155
G-Meter
156
Date and time
156
State of charge indicator
156
Range prediction
157
Setting the units of measurement
157
Vehicle status
157
Current driving condition
158
Sport displays
158
Service notification
159
Light and view
160
Vehicle features and options
160
Turn signal
160
High beams, headlight flasher
160
Automatic High Beam Assistant
161
Exterior lighting
162
Automatic headlight control
163
Parking lights, low-beams and roadside parking lights
163
Welcome lights
164
Pathway lighting
165
Daytime driving lights
165
Adaptive lighting functions
166
Cornering light
166
Adaptive headlight range control
166
Instrument lighting
166
Interior lighting
166
Ambient light
167
Speaker lighting
168
Window wiper system
168
Safety
172
Vehicle features and options
172
Airbags
172
Automatic deactivation of the front passenger airbags
174
Collision warning systems
176
Forward Collision Mitigation with brake intervention
177
Warning function in forward collision situations
180
Warning function for oncoming traffic
181
Warning function for turning with oncoming traffic
182
Warning function for pedestrians
183
Warning function at intersections
184
Evasion Assistant
185
Exit warning
186
Lane Departure Warning with active return
187
Active Blind Spot Detection with active return
191
Side collision mitigation
193
Rear-end collision preparation
195
Traffic light and sign warning
196
Wrong way warning
198
No Turn on Red function
199
Emergency Stop Assistant
200
Cross traffic warning with brake function
201
BMW Drive Recorder
203
Active Protection
206
PostCrash – iBrake
207
Fatigue alert
207
Driver Attention Camera
208
Driving stability control systems
210
Vehicle features and options
210
Antilock Braking System
210
Brake assistant
210
Dynamic Stability Control
210
Setting for increased driving dynamics
211
Drive-off support
212
BMW xDrive
212
Integral Active Steering
213
Driver assistance systems
214
Vehicle features and options
214
Speed warning
214
Speed Limit Info
214
Speed control systems
216
Cruise Control
219
Distance control
221
Assisted Driving Mode
227
Lane Change Assistant
231
Assisted Driving Mode Plus
232
Speed Limit Assistant
235
Adapting the speed to the route
237
Lane change with active guidance
238
Parking
241
Vehicle features and options
241
Parking assistance systems
241
Rearview camera
246
Semi-automatic camera perspective
247
Automatic camera perspective
247
Side view
248
3D view
248
Car wash view
249
Panorama View
249
Automatic activation of panorama view
250
Door opening angle
251
Remote 3D View
251
Park Distance Control
252
Active Park Distance Control
255
Drive-off monitoring
256
Automatic Parking Assistant
257
Maneuver Assistant
262
Remote Control Parking
265
Back-up assistant
266
Driving comfort
269
Vehicle features and options
269
Adaptive Suspension Professional
269
Adaptive M Suspension Professional
269
Active roll stabilization
269
Adaptive suspension
269
Self-leveling suspension
269
BMW IconicSounds
270
Climate control
271
Vehicle features and options
271
Climate control
271
Automatic program
273
Temperature
274
Air flow
275
Air distribution settings
275
Air conditioning
276
Maximum cooling
276
Air recirculation mode
277
SYNC program
277
Defrost function
278
Rear window defroster
278
Seat heating
278
Active seat ventilation
279
Steering wheel heating
279
Ventilation
280
Air quality
281
Pre-conditioning
281
Interior equipment
284
Vehicle features and options
284
Integrated universal remote control
284
Sun visor
286
Sockets
286
USB port
287
BMW Travel & Comfort System
288
Wireless charging tray
289
Interior camera
290
Storage compartments
294
Vehicle features and options
294
Safety information
294
Glove compartment
294
Storage compartments in the doors
295
Storage tray in center console
295
Front center armrest
295
Front cup holder
295
Rear cup holder
296
Coat hooks
296
Cargo area
297
Vehicle features and options
297
Loading
297
Lashing eyes in the cargo area
298
Multifunction hook
298
Storage compartment on the right side
299
Storage compartment on the left side
299
Cargo floor panel
299
Things to remember when driving
302
Vehicle features and options
302
Break-in procedures
302
General driving notes
302
Roof bars
305
Driving on racetracks
306
Increasing range
307
Vehicle features and options
307
Increasing the range
307
Adaptive recuperation
307
Coasting
308
Efficient mode
308
Efficiency trainer
309
Charging the vehicle
312
Vehicle features and options
312
General information
312
Safety information
312
Charging the high-voltage battery
313
Charge current
313
Charging cable
314
Charging process
318
Displays in the instrument cluster
322
Departure time
323
Climate control
323
Location-based charging settings
323
Discharged high-voltage battery and vehicle battery
324
Service life of high-voltage battery
324
Wheels and tires
326
Vehicle features and options
326
Tire pressure
326
Tire marking
330
Tire tread
332
Tire damage
332
Exchanging wheels and tires
333
Repairing a flat tire
335
Tire repair set
335
Snow chains
339
Tire pressure monitor
340
Flat tire monitor
347
Changing wheels/tires
348
Emergency wheel
352
Under the hood
354
Vehicle features and options
354
Overview
354
Hood
354
Operating materials
357
Vehicle features and options
357
Coolant
357
Washer fluid
357
Maintenance
359
Vehicle features and options
359
BMW maintenance system
359
Condition Based Service
359
Maintenance Booklet for US Models
360
Diagnostic socket
360
Replacing components
361
Vehicle features and options
361
Onboard vehicle tool kit
361
Wiper blades
361
Lights and bulbs
361
Vehicle battery
362
Fuses
363
Breakdown Assistance
364
Vehicle features and options
364
Hazard warning system
364
Warning triangle
364
First-aid kit
364
BMW Assist
364
BMW Roadside Assistance
365
BMW Accident Assistance
365
Emergency Call
366
What to do after an accident
367
Jump-starting
368
Towing
368
Vehicle Care
371
Vehicle features and options
371
Washing the vehicle
371
Technical data
376
Vehicle features and options
376
General information
376
Dimensions
376
Weights
376
Appendix
378
General information
378
Updates made after the editorial deadline
378
Everything from A to Z
380

2024 BMW i5 Overview

Introduction

The 2024 BMW i5 signifies a bold step into the electric future of luxury sedans, blending the iconic brand's performance legacy with cutting-edge technology. Designed to not only captivate the eye but also to deliver a thrilling driving experience, the i5 embraces sustainability without compromising the opulence expected from a BMW. This innovative model promises to set new benchmarks in both comfort and dynamics, making it a standout choice for eco-conscious drivers who refuse to settle for less.

Powertrains

The 2024 BMW i5 comes with two significant powertrain options, showcasing BMW's commitment to electrification. The base model features a single electric motor that produces a robust 335 horsepower, delivering swift acceleration and a range of up to 300 miles on a full charge. For those seeking a more exhilarating experience, the i5 M60 variant offers dual motors and an astonishing 590 horsepower, ranked among the top in its class. This powertrain not only enhances performance but also emphasizes the car's commitment to electric innovation, allowing drivers to enjoy both speed and efficiency.

Trims

The i5 is available in several trims, including the base i5 eDrive40 and the sportier i5 M60. Each variant is designed to cater to different tastes and priorities, ensuring that there is a perfect fit for every driver. The M60 trim, in particular, adds dynamic handling features and sport-tuned suspension, pushing the envelope of electric performance.

Features

The 2024 BMW i5 is equipped with a plethora of advanced features, including a state-of-the-art infotainment system with a responsive touchscreen interface, navigation, and a premium audio experience. Drivers will also appreciate the extensive suite of driver-assistance technologies, such as adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping assistance, all designed to enhance safety and comfort on every journey.

Owners Manual

The 2024 BMW i5 comes with a comprehensive owner's manual, providing essential insights into operating the vehicle, utilizing its groundbreaking technology, and maximizing performance and range. Irrespective of the experience level, the manual simplifies complex features, ensuring that every i5 owner can make the most out of their luxury electric sedan.

User manual download

The BMW i5 owner manual for the 2024 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2024 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.

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