Get Mobility -> Replacing components Guide for BMW M5 4 Door Fourth Generation (2004-2010)

Replacing components

Never touch the glass of new bulbs with

your bare fingers, as even minute

Onboard toolkit

amounts of contamination will burn into the

bulb's surface and reduce its service life. Use a

clean cloth, napkin, etc., or hold the bulb by its

metal socket.<

A selection of replacement bulbs is available at

your BMW center.

Whenever you perform any work on the

electrical system, turn off the consumers

involved to prevent short circuits from occur-

ring. To avoid possible injury or equipment

damage when replacing bulbs, observe any

instructions provided by the bulb manufac-

turer.<

The onboard toolkit is located in the luggage

compartment lid.

Loosen the wing nut to open.

For care and maintenance of the headlamps,

please follow the instructions in the separate

Caring for your vehicle brochure.

Wiper blade replacement

For bulbs for which changing is not

described, and for checking and adjusting

headlamp aim, please contact your BMW cen-

ter.<

Light-emitting diodes LEDs

Light-emitting diodes installed behind translu-

cent lenses serve as the light source for many of

the controls and displays in your vehicle. These

light-emitting diodes, which operate using a

concept similar to that applied in conventional

lasers, are officially designated as Class 1 light-

emitting diodes.

1. Fold the wiper arm out and grasp firmly.

2. Press the safety tabs together while sliding

the wiper blade toward the front to disen-

gage it.

Do not remove the covers, and never

stare into the unfiltered light for several

hours, as irritation of the retina could result.<

3. Mount the new wiper blade and slide in until

it is heard to engage.

Xenon lamps

Lamps and bulbs

The service life of these bulbs is very long and

the probability of a failure is very low, provided

that they are not switched on and off an unusual

number of times.

Lamps and bulbs make an essential contribu-

tion to vehicle safety. You must be duly diligent

in replacing them. BMW recommends having

your BMW center perform any work that you do

not feel competent to perform yourself or that is

not described here.

Have work on the Xenon lighting system

performed only by your BMW center or a

workshop that works according to BMW repair

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procedures with correspondingly trained per-

sonnel. Due to the high voltage present in the

system, there is a danger of fatal injuries when

work is carried out improperly.<

Side marker lamps, front and rear

To replace, please go to your BMW center or a

workshop that works according to BMW repair

procedures with correspondingly trained per-

sonnel.

Parking and roadside parking lamps

In the event of a malfunction, please go to your

BMW center or a workshop that works accord-

ing to BMW repair procedures with correspond-

ingly trained personnel.

Tail lamps

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Turn signals: bulb 21 watts, PY 21 W

Backup lamps: bulb 16 watts, W 16 W

Other lamps: bulb 21 watts, P 21 W

Turn signals, front

Bulb 21 watts, PY 21 W

1. Turn the bulb holder to the left and remove.

1

2

3

4

5

6

Turn signal

Tail lamp and brake lamp

Backup lamp

2. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while

turning it to the left for removal and replace-

ment.

Reflector

Roadside parking lamp, tail lamp and

brake lamp

Side-mounted turn signals

Bulb 5 watts, W 5 W

Center brake lamp

1. Press back against the front edge of the

light with the tip of your finger, then pivot it

out.

This lamp uses LED technology for operation.

In the event of a malfunction, please go to your

BMW center or a workshop that works accord-

ing to BMW repair procedures with correspond-

ingly trained personnel.

Fender-mounted lamps

The illustration shows the left-hand side of the

luggage compartment.

All the bulbs are integrated into a central bulb

fitting.

1. Lift up floor mat.

2. Turn the bulb holder to the left and remove.

3. Remove the bulb for replacement.

2. Undo the quick-release fasteners of the

side panel and pull out the panel.

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3. Press together the two clips at the top and

bottom on the bulb fitting and remove the

bulb fitting.

Safety measures in case of a breakdown:

park the vehicle as far as possible from

passing traffic and on solid ground. Switch on

the hazard warning flashers.

Lock the steering wheel in straight-ahead set-

ting of the wheels. Set the handbrake and

engage the first or reverse gear. Have all vehicle

occupants get out of the vehicle and ensure

that they remain outside the immediate area in a

safe place, such as behind a guardrail.

If a warning triangle or portable hazard warning

lamp is required, set it up on the roadside at an

appropriate distance from the rear of the vehi-

cle. Comply with all safety guidelines and regu-

lations.<

4. Backup lamps:

Remove and replace the bulb.

Other lamps:

Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while

turning it to the left for removal and replace-

ment.

Preparation

Lamps in luggage compartment lid

License plate lamp

Bulb 5 watts, C 5 W

1. Insert screwdriver into the slot and press to

the right, refer to arrows. This releases the

lamp.

The M Mobility System is located in the lug-

gage compartment under the floor panel flap.

Do not remove foreign bodies which have pen-

etrated the tire if possible.

Corresponding information on using the

M Mobility System are also provided on

the device.<

Before using the M Mobility System,

observe the information on the sealant

bottle.<

2. Remove the lamp and replace the bulb.

Pull the sticker for the speed limit off the sealant

bottle and apply it to the steering wheel.

Please observe the best-by date on the

sealant bottle.<

Repairing flat tire with

M Mobility System

To repair a flat tire, an M Mobility System is pro-

vided in the BMW M5. Using this system you

can apply a sealant in the inside of the tire, seal

off the damaged area, restore the tire inflation

pressure and then continue driving.

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The M Mobility System consists of

Model with pressure gauge integrated

in housing*

1

2

Sealant bottle and sticker with speed limit

Filling hose from sealant bottle to wheel

3

4

5

6

7

Connector and cable for lighter socket

Mounting for sealing bottle

Compressor

Model with pressure gauge on hose*

On/Off switch

Pressure gauge for indicating tire inflation

pressure

8

9

Button for reducing tire inflation pressure

Connecting hose for connecting compres-

sor and sealant bottle or compressor and

wheel

Connector, cable and connecting hose are

stored on underside of compressor.

3

4

5

6

7

Connector and cable for lighter socket

Mounting for sealing bottle

Compressor

Using M Mobility System

To repair a flat tire with the M Mobility System,

proceed as follows:

On/Off switch

Pressure gauge for indicating tire inflation

pressure

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Fill sealant into wheel, refer to page 191.

Distribute sealant, refer to page 192.

8

9

Screw on pressure gauge for reducing tire

inflation pressure

Produce tire inflation pressure, refer to

page 192.

Connecting hose for connecting compres-

sor and sealant bottle or compressor and

wheel

Filling sealant into wheel

Strictly comply with the specified order,

otherwise highly pressurized sealant

could escape.<

Connector, cable and connecting hose are

stored in the compressor housing.

1. Shake sealant bottle.

2. Screw hose 9 onto connection of sealant

bottle.

3. For model with pressure gauge on hose:

Make sure that screw 8 on pressure gauge

is closed.

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4. Screw dust cap off valve of defective wheel

and screw filling hose 2 of sealant bottle

onto valve.

4. Correct tire inflation pressure to 29 psi/

200 kPa. With the ignition switched on:

> Increase inflation pressure: switch on

compressor, position I. To check cur-

rently set inflation pressure, briefly

switch off device.

5. Insert sealant bottle on compressor hous-

ing so that it is positioned upright.

Do not allow compressor to run

longer than 10 minutes, otherwise

the device will overheat and may be dam-

aged.<

> Reduce inflation pressure: press

button 8 or turn screw 8 on pressure

gauge.

If the inflation pressure is not held, drive

the vehicle again, refer to Distributing

6. Make sure that device is switched off, posi-

tion 0.

sealant. Then repeat steps 1 to 4 once.

Using the M Mobility System can be ineffective

with tire damage from a size of approx. 0.16 in/

4 mm. Please contact the nearest BMW center,

refer to page 197, or a workshop that works

according to BMW repair procedures with cor-

respondingly trained personnel if the tire can-

not be made ready for driving with the

M Mobility System.<

7. Insert connector 3 into lighter socket in

vehicle interior, refer to page 97.

8. With the ignition switched on:

Switch on the device and allow to run for

approx. 3 minutes to fill wheel with sealant.

It is not important what inflation pressure

the tire has after filling.

9. Switch off device.

The tire inflation pressure must be at least

29 psi/200 kPa. Otherwise do not con-

tinue driving.<

10. Remove connecting hose from connection

of sealant bottle and tire valve.

Stow the M Mobility System in the vehicle

again.

Continue driving

Do not exceed the permissible maximum

speed of 50 mph/80 km/h, otherwise

accidents can occur.<

Distributing sealant

Immediately drive approx. 2 miles/3 km so that

sealant is evenly distributed in tire.

Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor.

For details, refer to page 77.

Have the defective tire and the sealant bottle of

the M Mobility System replaced as soon as

possible.<

Do not exceed a maximum speed of

35 mph/60 km/h. Do not drop below

12 mph/20 km/h if possible.<

Producing tire inflation pressure

1. After approx. 2 miles/3 km, stop at suitable

location.

Changing wheels

2. Screw compressor hose 9 directly onto tire

Safety precautions in the event of a flat

tire or wheel change: park the vehicle as

valve.

far as possible from passing traffic and on solid

ground. Switch on the hazard warning flashers.

Lock the steering wheel in straight-ahead set-

ting of the wheels. Set the handbrake and

3. Insert connector 3 in lighter socket in vehi-

cle interior.

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engage a driving position with the selector

lever.

Have all vehicle occupants get out of the vehicle

and ensure that they remain outside the imme-

diate area in a safe place, such as behind a

guardrail.

Spare wheel*

1. Pull back lock 1, fold open clamp lock 2

completely and loosen the belt 3.

If a warning triangle* or portable hazard warning

lamp is required, set it up on the roadside at an

appropriate distance from the rear of the vehi-

cle. Comply with all safety guidelines and regu-

lations.

Change the wheel only on a level, firm surface

which is not slippery. The vehicle or the jack

could slip to the side if you attempt to raise the

vehicle on a soft or slippery surface such as

snow, ice, tiles, etc.

Position the jack on a firm support surface.

Do not use a wooden block or similar object as a

support base for the jack, as this would prevent

it from extending to its full support height and

reduce its load-carrying capacity.

2. Remove the cover 4.

3. Take the tool mount out of the spare wheel.

4. Remove the spare wheel.

Preparing wheel change

1. Observe the safety precautions above.

2. Prevent the vehicle from rolling:

Place the chock behind the front wheel on

the other side of the vehicle, or on inclines,

in front of this wheel. On a steep grade, take

other steps to prevent the vehicle from roll-

ing.

To avoid serious or fatal injury: never lie under

the vehicle, and never start the engine while it is

supported by the jack.<

What you will need

To avoid rattling noises later on, note the posi-

tions of the tools before removing them, then

return them to their initial positions after com-

pleting work.

3. Loosen the lug bolts a half turn.

Jacking up vehicle

1. Position the vehicle jack at the jacking point

closest to the wheel so that the entire sur-

face of the jack base rests on the ground

perpendicularly beneath the jacking point.

The vehicle jack is designed for

changing wheels only. Do not attempt

to raise another vehicle model with it or to

raise any load of any kind. To do so could

cause accidents and personal injury.<

1

2

3

Chock*

Vehicle jack*

Lug wrench*

The tools are located in the hollow of the spare

wheel*.

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2. Guide the jack head into the rectangular

recess of the jacking point when cranking

up, refer to illustration detail.

tion. Dirt in valve stems is a frequent source

of gradual air loss.<

3. Initialize the Flat Tire Monitor, refer to

page 77, and the Sequential Manual Trans-

mission, refer to After changing wheels/

tires on page 180.

4. Replace the damaged tire as soon as possi-

ble and have the new wheel/tire balanced.

Stowing wheel and tools

1. Lay the wheel in the tool mounting.

2. Lay the cover on the mounting.

3. Jack the vehicle up until the wheel you are

changing is raised from the ground.

3. Center the wheel and cover relative to the

lashing eyes 5.

4. Hook the belt into the lashing eyes.

Mounting a wheel

1. Unscrew the lug bolts and remove the

wheel.

2. Remove accumulations of mud or dirt from

the mounting surfaces of the wheel and

hub. Also clean the lug bolts.

3. Position the new wheel or spare wheel.

Secure the wheel by screwing at least two

lug bolts into opposite bolt holes.

When you mount wheels other than Genu-

ine BMW light-alloy wheels, different lug

bolts may also be required.

5. Completely open the tensioning lock.

6. Thread the belt 3 through the axis 6 of the

tensioning lock without twisting it and ten-

sion it by hand.

4. Screw in the remaining lug bolts. Tighten all

the bolts securely in a diagonal pattern.

7. Tighten the belt firmly with the tensioning

lock by opening and closing the lock several

times.

5. Lower the vehicle and remove the jack from

beneath the vehicle.

After mounting

8. Fold the tensioning lock closed and stow

the protruding belt end.

1. Tighten the lug bolts in a diagonal pattern.

To ensure safety, always have the

lug bolts checked with a calibrated

torque wrench as soon as possible to

ensure that they are tightened to the speci-

fied torque. The tightening torque is

88.5 lb ft/120 Nm.<

Driving with spare wheel

With certain wheel-and-tire combinations

the size of the spare wheel differs from

that of the other wheels. The spare wheel is

equivalent to them in all load and speed ranges.

However, to restore the original state, the nor-

mal wheel should be remounted as soon as

possible.<

2. Check and correct the tire inflation pressure

at the earliest opportunity.

Protect valve stems and valve stem

seal caps against dirt and contamina-

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Vehicle battery

Fuses

Never attempt to repair a blown fuse and

Battery care

do not replace a defective fuse with a sub-

stitute of another color or amperage rating, as

this could lead to a circuit overload, ultimately

resulting in a fire in the vehicle.<

The battery is 100% maintenance-free, i.e., the

electrolyte will last for the life of the battery

when the vehicle is operated in a temperate cli-

mate. Your BMW center will be glad to advise in

all matters concerning the battery.

Spare fuses, plastic tweezers and fuse alloca-

tion diagram are located in the compartment for

the onboard tool kit, refer to page 188.

Charging battery

Only charge the battery in the vehicle via the

terminals in the engine compartment with the

engine off. Connections, refer to Jump starting

on page 197.

In glove compartment

1. Release both quick-release fasteners.

Disposal

Have old batteries disposed of by your

BMW center or hand them in to a recy-

cling center. Maintain the battery in an upright

position for transport and storage. Always

restrain the battery to prevent it from tipping

over during transport.<

2. Fold the cover forward or remove.

Power failure

After a temporary power loss, the functioning of

some equipment may be limited and require

reinitialization. Individual settings are also lost

and must be updated:

In luggage compartment

1. Lift up floor mat.

2. Release the quick-release fastener of the

right side panel and pull out the panel.

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Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory

The positions must be stored again, refer to

page 42.

Time and Date

The values must be updated, refer to

page 71.

Radio

Stations must be stored again if necessary,

refer to page 138.

Navigation system

Wait until the system starts, refer to

page 129.

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