2010 BMW 5-Series Sedan 528i 535i 550i 528i xDrive 535i Owners Owners Manual - English

528i 535i 550i 528i xDrive 535i xDrive Owner’s Manual for Vehicle

Congratulations, and thank you for choosing a BMW. Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide you with enhanced control and security when you drive it. We therefore have this request:
Please take the time to read this Owner’s Manual and familiarize yourself with the information that we have compiled for you before starting off in your new vehicle. It contains important data and instructions intended to assist you in gaining maximum use and satisfaction from your BMW’s unique range of technical features. The manual also contains information on maintenance designed to enhance operating safety and contribute to maintaining the value of your BMW throughout an extended service life.
This manual is supplemented by a Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or a Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models.
We wish you an enjoyable driving experience.
BMW AG

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Contents

User and Operator’s Vehicle Manual. Free Auto PDF Manual Download.

The fastest way to find specific topics is to use the index, refer to page 250.
Using this Owner’s Manual
4 Notes
7 Reporting safety defects
At a glance

10 Cockpit
16 iDrive
21 Letters and numbers
22 Voice activation system
Controls

26 Opening and closing
43 Adjusting
53 Transporting children safely
57 Driving
74 Controls Overview
84 Technology for comfort, convenience and safety
100 Lamps
105 Climate
110 Practical interior accessories
Driving tips
124 Things to remember when driving
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