Market Segment:
High-performance luxury sports sedan
Key Competitors:
Audi RS6, Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG, Porsche Panamera
Engine Technology:
Naturally aspirated V10, high-revving, Formula 1-inspired
Transmission Type:
7-speed SMG III (Sequential Manual Gearbox) with Drivelogic
Performance Enhancements:
M Sport suspension, M differential, M Sport seats, M Drive Button
Infotainment System:
BMW iDrive
Instrument Cluster:
Detailed explanation of all gauges, warning lights, and displays
Entertainment Systems:
Operation of infotainment, radio, CD/DVD player, navigation (if equipped), and audio settings
Climate Controls:
Operation of automatic climate control, HVAC functions, seat heating/ventilation
Lighting Systems:
Exterior and interior lighting controls, adaptive headlights, fog lights
Driver Controls:
Steering wheel functions, iDrive system, cruise control, M Drive settings
Locks And Security:
Central locking, remote key functions, alarm system, immobilizer
Seating And Safety Restraints:
Seat adjustment, seat memory, airbag system, seatbelt operation and pretensioners
Driving Operation:
Starting and stopping the engine, gear selection (SMG/Automatic), parking brake, driving modes
Customer Assistance:
Information on roadside assistance, dealer services, and contacting BMW
Cleaning And Care:
Exterior and interior cleaning recommendations, material care
Engine Compartment:
Identification of major components, fluid checks
Maintenance And Specifications:
General maintenance overview, fluid types and capacities, tire pressure information
Fuel Information:
Recommended fuel grade and type
Battery:
Battery location and basic care information
Air Filters:
Information on air filter replacement
Accessories:
Information on available factory-approved accessories
Basic Checks:
Checking engine oil, coolant, windshield washer fluid
Tire Maintenance:
Checking tire pressure, understanding tire wear
Lighting Operation:
How to operate all vehicle lights and signals
Infotainment Setup:
Initial setup and basic operation of the iDrive system and audio
Climate Control Operation:
Detailed explanation of climate control settings and functions
Safety Feature Usage:
Proper use of airbags, seatbelts, and child restraint systems
Fuel And Refueling:
Proper refueling procedure and fuel cap operation
Reporting Safety Defects:
Instructions for reporting safety defects (U.S. only)
Diagnostic Capability:
Focuses on owner-level diagnostics and understanding warning lights, not deep technical repair
Repair Scope:
Covers basic user-serviceable items like fluid checks and filter replacement advice, not full mechanical repairs
Maintenance Guidance:
Provides guidance on recommended maintenance but directs users to authorized service centers for complex tasks
NHTSA Rating:
Not specifically rated by NHTSA for this generation's M5, but standard E60 models received good ratings.
Stability Control:
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) with M Dynamic Mode (MDM)
Traction Control:
Dynamic Traction Control (DTC)
Braking System:
High-performance M compound brakes, ABS
Headlights:
Adaptive Xenon Headlights
Airbags:
Front airbags, side-impact airbags, head protection system (curtain airbags)
Seat Belts:
3-point inertia-reel seat belts with front seat pretensioners and force limiters
Child Seat Anchors:
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system
System Name:
BMW iDrive (CCC or CIC generation)
Features:
Navigation, radio, CD/DVD, MP3 playback, Bluetooth, auxiliary input
Parking Assistance:
Park Distance Control (PDC) front and rear
Cruise Control:
Standard cruise control, optional Active Cruise Control (ACC)
Bluetooth:
Standard Bluetooth for hands-free calling and audio streaming
Usb Aux:
Auxiliary audio input jack, USB interface may be present depending on iDrive generation/options.
Oil Change Interval:
Typically based on Condition Based Service (CBS) system, usually around 10,000-15,000 miles or annually, but V10 engines may require more frequent checks.
Brake Fluid Flush:
Recommended every 2 years
Spark Plug Replacement:
Around 60,000 miles
Engine Oil Type:
BMW Longlife-01 (LL-01) or BMW Longlife-04 (LL-04) synthetic engine oil, viscosity grade 0W-40 or 10W-60 (specific M-specific oils recommended).
Engine Oil Capacity:
Approx. 8.5 liters (9 US quarts)
Coolant Capacity:
Approx. 12.0 liters (12.7 US quarts)
Washer Fluid Capacity:
Approx. 5.0 liters (5.3 US quarts)
Rod Bearings:
Increased wear on rod bearings due to high RPM operation and potential oil starvation in hard cornering. Regular oil level checks and using appropriate oil are critical.
Smg Pump:
Potential failure of the SMG hydraulic pump, leading to shifting issues or inability to select gears.
Throttle Actuators:
Failure of the individual throttle body actuators can lead to rough idling, loss of power, or check engine lights.
Fuel Pumps:
Dual fuel pumps can be a point of failure, causing intermittent running issues or no-start conditions.
Oil Filter:
BMW P/N 11 42 7 894 002 (example, verify for specific vehicle)
Air Filter:
BMW P/N 13 71 7 899 251 (example, verify for specific vehicle, often a set of 4)
Bmw M Division:
Established in 1972, BMW M GmbH (formerly BMW Motorsport GmbH) is the performance and motorsport division of BMW.
E60 M5 Introduction:
Introduced in 2005 for the 2005 model year in Europe, and later for the 2006 model year in North America. The E60 M5 marked a significant shift with its V10 engine and SMG transmission.
E61 M5 Touring:
The E61 M5 Touring (wagon) was produced in limited numbers and offered a more practical variant of the high-performance sedan.
Production Years:
2005-2010 (globally), with the 2007-2009 range primarily covered by this manual.
Manufacturing Locations:
Dingolfing, Germany