Mobility

Fuses

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Fuses in the BMW 5 (G30) protect electrical systems against overload and short circuits. This section emphasizes that only fuses with the correct amperage and color may be used. Repaired or incorrectly installed fuses pose a fire risk. The instructions for replacing a fuse are brief, but refer to a separate fuse allocation chart.

Safety information

WARNING Incorrect or repaired fuses can overload electrical wiring and components. There is a risk of fire.

Do not repair blown fuses or replace them with fuses of a different color or amperage.

Replacing a fuse

Sicherung auswechseln

Remove the cover of the right side trim panel.

Information on the fuse allocation can be found on a separate leaflet.

The interior monitoring of the BMW 5 Sedan (model years 2017–2024) supplements the alarm system with a valuable security function. It detects movement inside the vehicle and triggers an alarm immediately in the event of unauthorized access. This protects not only the vehicle, but also personal items in the interior.

The option to temporarily deactivate the function, for example when transporting animals, is particularly well thought out. Simple activation via iDrive shows how intuitive modern security technology is to operate. The integration into the overall alarm system also reflects the high standard of precision.

The BMW 5 Series (G30) thus combines intelligent technology and practical benefits into a convincing security concept.

Test yourself

A quick BMW 5 quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.