Status of this Owner's Manual at time of printing
BMW pursues a policy of continuous, ongoing development that is conceived to ensure that our vehicles continue to embody the highest quality and safety standards combined with advanced, state-of-the-art technology. For this reason, it is possible in exceptional cases that features described in this Owner's Manual could differ from those on your vehicle.
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The concept
The parking brake is primarily intended to prevent
the vehicle from rolling while parked; it
brakes the rear wheels.
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Vehicle Overview
Redesigned for 2011, the sixth-generation 5 Series offers a longer wheelbase,
better fuel efficiency and more conventional styling than its predecessor.
Available in 528i, 535i and 550i trims, the ...
Operating from the outside
▷ Via the remote control.
▷ Via the door handles of the driver's and front
passenger doors.
The following takes place simultaneously when
locking/unlocking the vehicle via the remote ...