2000 BMW M5 Owners Manual

Contents
A - Z
Owner's Manual for the Vehicle.
With a quick reference guide
for your convenience.
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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 car. It
contains important data and instructions intended to assist you in gaining maximum
use and satisfaction from the unique range of technical features on your BMW. The
manual also contains information on care and maintenance designed to enhance
operating safety and contribute to maintaining the value of your BMW throughout an
extended service life.
This Owner's Manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. It
should stay with the vehicle when sold to provide the next owner with important
operating, safety and maintenance information.
This manual is supplemented by a Service and Warranty Information Booklet
(US models) or a Warranty and Service Guide Booklet (Canadian models). We
recommend that you read this publication thoroughly.
Your BMW is covered by the following warranties:
> New Vehicle Limited Warranty
> Limited Warranty Rust Perforation
> Federal Emissions System Defect Warranty
> Federal Emissions Performance Warranty
> California Emission Control System Limited Warranty
Detailed information about these warranties is listed in the Service and Warranty
Information Booklet (US models) or in the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet
(Canadian models).
We wish you an enjoyable driving experience.
BMW AG
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Notes on the Owner's Manual
Symbols used
The individual vehicle
We have made every effort to ensure
These sections contain vital infor-
On buying your BMW, you have de-
that you are able to find what you need
mation – please read the accom-
cided in favor of a model with individu-
in this Owner's Manual as quickly as
panying text passages carefully, both
alized equipment and fittings. This
possible. The fastest way to find certain for the your own safety and to prevent
Owner's Manual describes all models
topics is by using the detailed index at
damage to your BMW.<
and equipment that BMW offers within
the end. If you desire an initial overview
the same group.
of your vehicle, this can be found in the
Indicates notes that alert you to
We hope you will understand that
first chapter. The detailed list of con-
specific features of your vehicle.< equipment and features are included
tents that directly follows the summary
that you might not have chosen for your
of contents is intended to stimulate
Special information on recycling.< vehicle. Any differences can easily be
your curiosity regarding your BMW and
identified, since all optional accessories
to encourage you to read the manual.
and special equipment are marked with
Should you wish to sell your BMW at
< Indicates the end of a block of
an asterisk *.
some time in the future, please remem-
information.
If your BMW features equipment that is
ber to hand over the Owner's Manual to
not described in this Owner's Manual (a
the new owner; it is part of the vehicle.
* Indicates special equipment, country- car radio or telephone, for instance), we
specific equipment and optional extras.
Should you have any further questions,
have enclosed Supplementary Owner's
your BMW center will be glad to assist at
Manuals. We ask you to read these
Indicates that you should consult
any time.
manuals as well.
the relevant section of this
Owner's Manual for information on a
particular part or assembly.
Alerts you to functions that can be
© 1999 BMW M GmbH
adjusted by your authorized BMW
Munich, Germany
center ("Car Memory" or "Key Mem-
Reprinting, including excerpts, is permitted
only with the express written approval of
ory"). Refer to page 52.
BMW M GmbH, Munich.
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Status 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 that the features
described in this Owner's Manual could
differ from those on your vehicle. Nor
can errors and omissions be entirely
ruled out. You are therefore asked to
appreciate that no legal claims can be
entertained on the basis of the data,
illustrations or descriptions in this
Owner's Manual.
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For your own safety
Important safety information!
Installation and operation of non-BMW
approved accessories such as alarms,
Use unleaded gasoline only. Fuels For your own safety, use genuine parts radios, amplifiers, radar detectors,
containing up to and including
and accessories approved by BMW.
wheels, suspension components, brake
10 % Ethanol or other oxygenates with
dust shields, telephones (including op-
When you purchase accessories tested
up to 2.8 % oxygen by weight (that is,
eration of any portable cellular phone
and approved by BMW and Original
15 % MTBE or 3 % methanol plus an
from within the vehicle without using an
BMW Parts, you simultaneously acquire
equivalent amount of co-solvent) will
externally-mounted antenna) or trans-
the assurance that they have been thor-
not void the applicable warranties re-
ceiver equipment (for instance, CBs,
oughly tested by BMW to ensure opti-
specting defects in materials or work-
walkie-talkie, ham radio or similar
mum performance when installed on
manship. Field experience has indi-
accessories) may cause extensive dam-
your vehicle.
cated significant differences in fuel
age to the vehicle, compromise its
quality (volatility, composition, addi-
BMW warrants these parts to be free
safety, interfere with the vehicle’s elec-
tives, etc.) among gasolines offered for
from defects in material and workman-
trical system or affect the validity of the
sale in the United States and Canada.
ship.
BMW Limited Warranty. See your
The use of poor-quality fuels may result BMW will not accept any liability for
authorized BMW center for additional
in driveability, starting and stalling prob- damage resulting from installation of
information.<
lems, especially under certain environ-
parts and accessories not approved by
mental conditions such as high ambient BMW.
Maintenance, replacement, or
temperature and high altitude. Should
repair of the emission control de-
BMW cannot test every product from
you encounter driveability problems that
vices and systems may be performed
other manufacturers to verify if it can be
you suspect could be related to the fuel
by any automotive repair establishment
used on a BMW safely and without risk
you are using, we recommend that you
or individual using any certified auto-
to either the vehicle, its operation, or its
respond by switching to a recognized
motive part.<
occupants.
high-quality brand. Failure to comply
with these recommendations may result Original BMW Parts, BMW Accessories
in unscheduled maintenance.
and other products approved by BMW,
Follow the relevant safety rules when
together with professional advice on
you are handling gasoline.<
using these items, are available from all
BMW centers.
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The following applies only to vehicles owned and operated in the US.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should
immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying BMW of
North America, Inc., P.O. Box 1227, Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone (201) 307-4000.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a
group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in indi-
vidual problems between you, your dealer, or BMW of North America, Inc.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in
Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can
also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.
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Overview
Overview
Controls and features
Controls
Operation, care
and maintenance
Car care
Owner service procedures
Repairs
Advanced technology
Technology
Technical data
Data
Index
Index
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Contents
Cockpit 16
Locks and security systems:
Driving:
Instrument cluster 18
Keys 30
Steering/Ignition lock 61
Indicator and warning lamps 20
Electronic vehicle
Starting the engine 62
Multifunction steering wheel
immobilizer 31
Switching off the engine 62
Overview
(MFL) 23
Central locking system 32
Parking brake 63
Hazard warning flashers 24
Opening and closing – from the
Manual transmission 64
Warning triangle 24
outside 32
Turn signal indicator/Headlamp
First-aid kit 24
Using the key 32
flasher 64
Refueling 25
Using the remote control 33
Washer/Wiper system/Rain
Fuel specifications 26
Opening and closing – from the
sensor 65
Controls and features
Tire inflation pressure 26
inside 36
Rear window defroster 67
Luggage compartment lid 37
Cruise control 67
Luggage compartment 39
Everything under control:
Alarm system 40
Odometer, outside temperature
Electric power windows 42
display 69
Sliding/Tilt sunroof 43
Tachometer 70
Adjustments:
Engine oil temperature gauge 70
Seats 45
Fuel gauge 70
Steering wheel 48
Coolant temperature gauge 71
Mirrors 49
Service Interval Display 71
Seat, mirror and steering wheel
Check Control 72
memory 50
Onboard computer 74
Car Memory, Key Memory 52
Passenger safety systems:
Safety belts 53
Airbags 54
Child restraints 58
Child seat security 60
Child-safety locks 60
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Document Outline

• Preface
• Notes on the Owner's Manual
• Symbols used
• The individual vehicle
• Status at time of printing
• For your own safety
• REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
• Contents
• Overview
  • Cockpit
  • Instrument cluster
  • Indicator and warning lamps
  • Multifunction steering wheel (MFL)
  • Hazard warning flashers
  • Warning triangle*
  • First-aid kit*
  • Refueling
  • Fuel specifications
  • Tire inflation pressure
• Controls
  • Keys
  • Electronic vehicle immobilizer
  • Central locking system
  • Using the remote control
  • Opening and closing ? from the inside
  • Luggage compartment lid
  • Luggage compartment
  • Alarm system
  • Electric power windows
  • Sliding/Tilt sunroof*
  • Seat adjustment
  • BMW M Sports Seat
  • BMW comfort seat*
  • BMW active seat*
  • Adjusting the steering wheel
  • Mirrors
  • Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory
  • Car Memory, Key Memory
  • Safety belts
  • Airbags
  • Child restraints*
  • Child seat security
  • Child-safety locks
  • Steering/Ignition lock
  • Starting the engine
  • Switching off the engine
  • Parking brake
  • Manual transmission
  • Turn signal/Headlamp flasher
  • Washer/Wiper system
  • Rear window defroster
  • Cruise control
  • Odometer, outside temperature display
  • Tachometer
  • Engine oil temperature
  • Fuel gauge
  • Coolant temperature gauge
  • Service Interval Display
  • Check Control
  • Onboard computer
  • Park Distance Control (PDC)*
  • Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
  • M Dynamic Driving Control
  • Tire Pressure Warning (RDW)
  • Side lamps/Headlamps
  • Instrument rheostat
  • High beams/Parking lamp
  • Fog lamps
  • Interior lamps
  • Reading lamps
  • Automatic climate control
  • Integrated rear center console*
  • Seat heating*
  • Roller sun blind*
  • Independent ventilation system
  • BMW Universal Transmitter*
  • Integrated rear-seat equipment*
  • Glove compartment
  • Storage compartments
  • Cellular phone*
  • Beverage holder*
  • Ashtray, front*
  • Cigarette lighter*
  • Ashtray, rear*
  • Through-loading system*
  • Ski bag*
  • Cargo loading
  • Roof-mounted luggage rack*
• Car care
  • Break-in procedures
  • Driving notes
  • Catalytic converter
  • Antilock Brake System (ABS)
  • Disc brakes
  • Brake system
  • Winter operation
  • Power steering
  • Cellular phones*
  • Radio reception
  • Tire inflation pressure
  • Tire condition
  • Tire replacement
  • Tire rotation
  • Wheel and tire combinations
  • Winter tires
  • Snow chains*
  • Approved wheel and tire specifications
  • Hood
  • Engine compartment
  • Washer fluids
  • Washer nozzles
  • Engine oil
  • Coolant
  • Brake fluid
  • Vehicle Identification Number
  • The BMW Maintenance System
  • Caring for your car
  • Airbags
  • Vehicle storage
  • Technical modifications
  • OBD interface socket
• Repairs
  • Onboard tool kit
  • Windshield wiper blades
  • Lamps and bulbs
  • Remote control
  • Repairing a flat tire
  • Battery
  • Fuses
  • Fuel filler door
  • Sliding/Tilt sunroof*
  • Jump-starting
  • Towing the vehicle
• Technology
  • Airbags
  • Radio reception
  • BMW active seat*
  • DSC
  • Safety belt tensioner
  • DSP sound system*
  • Rearview mirror with automatic dimmer
  • Integrated rear suspension
  • Latent heat storage system*
  • Rain sensor*
  • Xenon lamps
• Data
  • Engine data
  • Dimensions
  • Electrical system
  • Drive belts
  • Weights
  • Capacities
• Index
  • Everything from A to Z
  • Owner sevice procedures
• Refueling

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