Text messages

Text messages in combination with a symbol in the instrument cluster explain a Check Control message and the meaning of the indicator and warning lamps.

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    Operating principle
    With the ignition at radio readiness or beyond, , the following message is displayed on the Control Display: To hide the message: Press the controller. The main menu is displayed. The message i ...

    Engine oil temperature
    ▷ Cold engine: the pointer is at the low temperature end. Drive at moderate engine and vehicle speeds. ▷ Normal operating temperature: the pointer is in the middle or in the left ...

    Safety
    Besides options like lane departure warning, the 5 Series comes equipped with a suite of side curtain airbags and front-seat side-impact airbags. Rear seat-mounted airbags can be ordered as a $385 ...