BMW 5 Series 2020-2023 Remote Control Parking User Manual
Introduction
In recent years, the automobile sector has made enormous strides, with technology playing a crucial role in determining the direction of transportation. Remote control parking is one such ground-breaking invention that has completely changed the driving experience. The iconic luxury vehicle BMW 5 Series has made tremendous progress in this area by incorporating remote control parking technology into its most recent models from 2020 to 2023. This amazing feature makes parking simple and convenient by allowing drivers to easily maneuver their cars in small parking spaces. The interesting world of remote control parking in the BMW 5 Series will be examined in this essay, along with its features, advantages, and effects on the auto industry.
Parking in confined places can be a stress-free experience thanks to remote control parking, which is one of its main benefits. The BMW 5 Series makes use of cutting-edge sensor technologies to identify nearby objects and determine the exact movements needed for effective parking. This function allows drivers to easily slide their cars into even the most difficult situations, which is especially helpful in congested urban areas with a shortage of parking spaces. Remote control parking guarantees more convenience and ease of use by removing the requirement that the driver be present inside the vehicle during the parking operation.
Remote Control Parking
Principle
The vehicle can be remotely parked and driven out in reverse in the case of suitable forward-parking spaces, for instance, a garage. The driver controls the parking operation responsibly from the outside using the BMW display key. Stop the vehicles manually in case of obstacles.
General information
The following systems are included in the system:
- Parking assistant.
- BMW display key.
- PDC Park Distance Control.
Using the BMW display key, the vehicle can be moved by approx. 2 times the vehicle length. The speed is approx. 1.1 mph/1.8 km/h.
Button on the BMW display key: the button on the side of the BMW display key must be pressed and held for the duration of the parking operation so that the vehicle can move. Release the button for obstacles to manually stop the vehicle. The vehicle stops with emergency braking. If the ultrasound sensors detect obstacles in the parking space or the end of the parking space, the system automatically stops the vehicle as needed. The headlight is switched on for the duration of the procedure.
Safety information
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver’s personal judgment in assessing traffic and parking situation. Based on the limits of the system, it cannot independently react to all sit‐uations. There is a risk of accident. Watch traffic and parking situation closely and actively intervene where appropriate.
Warning
Unauthorized persons, for instance children, can move the vehicle using the BMW display key without anybody in the vehicle. There is a risk of accident. Protect the BMW display key against unauthorized use.
NOTICE
The system can steer the vehicle over or onto curbs. There is a risk of damage to property, among other potential damage. Watch traffic closely and actively intervene where appropriate.
Overview
Sensors
The system is controlled by the following sensors:
- Front camera.
- Top view cameras.
- Rearview camera.
- Ultrasound sensors in the front/rear bumpers.
- Ultrasonic sensors, side.
For more information: on the sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 35.
Functional Requirements
General information
There are no occupants in the vehicle during the parking procedure.
Driver interventions in the vehicle’s interior, such as steering, will cancel the function.
Cameras and ultrasound sensors
- Do not cover sensors, for instance with stickers.
- Keep sensors clean and unobstructed. Clean them as needed.
- Keep camera lenses clean and unobstructed. Clean them as needed.
Suitable parking space
- It is possible to forward-park into the parking space in a straight, centered line.
- Width of the parking space: own vehicle width without exterior mirrors, plus approx.
1.3 ft/0.4 m on each side, arrow 1. - Distance to parking space, max. 6.5 ft/2 m, ar‐row 2.
- To move the vehicle with remote control, the driver must hold the BMW display key within the wireless range, arrow 3, outside the vehicle.
Maximum distance to vehicle approx. 5 ft/1.5 m to approx. 10 ft/3 m. - Uphill or downhill grades max. 5 %.
- No duplex garages.
Forward Parking
Parking
While driving forward, the system applies minor steering corrections as needed.
- Approach the parking space driving forward, as straight and centered as possible and with a maximum distance of 6.5 ft/2 m.
- Engage selector lever position P and set the parking brake. Switch off the drive-ready state and engine using the Start/Stop button. Alternatively, the engine can continue to run.
- All the occupants leave the vehicle. Closing the doors.
- If necessary, switch on the display on the BMW display key and cancel the display lock. On the BMW display key, change the menu: “R/C parking”
BMW display key, refer to page 85. - Press and hold the button on the side of the BMW display key for the duration of the parking operation.
- Wait, until operational readiness is indicated on the display. Observe possible text mes‐sages.
- “ENGINE START”: tap the button to start the engine if necessary.
- To start the parking operation: touch the ar‐row symbol for “drive forward” on the display.
Press and hold the button: the vehicle moves as long as the button is pressed. Re‐lease the button for obstacles within the driv‐ing range to stop the vehicle.
For approach movements: touch the arrow symbol for “drive backward”. - At the end of the parking operation, release the button on the side of the BMW display key. The vehicle stops.
“ENGINE STOP”: tap the button.- The parking brake is set.
- The engine is switched off.
Lock the vehicle with the BMW display key.
Cancel, pause, and continue the parking operation
Cancel or interrupt the parking operation:
Release button. The vehicle stops with emergency braking.
Continue the parking operation:
Press the button again. Observe possible text messages.
Driving Out in Reverse
Driving out of parking spaces
When driving in reverse, the vehicle drives backward in a straight line without steering.
- If necessary, switch on the display on the BMW display key and cancel the display lock. BMW display key, refer to page 85.
- Unlock the vehicle.
- On the BMW display key, change to the menu: “R/C parking”
- Press and hold the button on the side of the BMW display key for the duration of the parking operation.
- Wait, until operational readiness is indicated on the display. Observe possible text mes‐sages.
- “ENGINE START”: tap the button. The engine starts.
- To start the reversing operation: touch the arrow icon for “drive backward” on the display.
Press and hold the button: the vehicle moves as long as the button is pressed. Release the button for obstacles within the driving range to stop the vehicle. - At the end of the reversing out operation, release the button on the side of the BMW display key. The vehicle stops.
- Enter using the BMW display key and drive off as normal.
Alternatively, the vehicle can be switched off using the BMW display key:
“ENGINE STOP”: tap the button.- The parking brake is set.
- The engine is switched off.
Lock the vehicle with the BMW display key, where applicable.
Cancel, pause, and continue the parking operation
Cancel or interrupt the parking operation:
Release button. The vehicle stops with emergency braking.
Continue the parking operation:
Press the button again. Observe possible text messages.
Messages on the BMW display key
The icon identifies system messages.
System Limits
Safety information
Warning
The system is designed to operate in certain conditions and circumstances. Due to conditions or other factors, the system may not respond. There may be a risk of accident or risk of damage to property. Actively intervene as warranted. Refer to the information in this Owner’s Manual regarding the scope of the system’s operation and limitations.
No parking assistance
The Automatic Parking Assistant does not offer assistance in the following situations:
- In tight curves.
- For diagonal parking spaces.
- At very high or very low external temperatures.
System limits of the sensors
Additional information:
Functional limitations
The system may be limited in the following situations:
- On bumpy road surfaces such as gravel roads.
- On the slippery ground.
- On steep uphill or downhill grades.
- With accumulations of leaves/snow in the parking space.
- With a mounted emergency wheel.
- In case of changes to an already-measured parking space.
- With ditches or edges, for instance, an edge of a port.
- Parking spaces that are not suitable may be detected or suitable parking spaces may not be detected at all.
Functional limitations due to radio interference
In the case of radio interference, functional limitations may occur during Remote Control Parking with the BMW display key.
Additional information:
Malfunction, refer to page 88.
Limits of ultrasonic measurement
The detection of objects with ultrasonic measurements can run into physical limits.
The limits of the ultrasonic measurement of the Park Distance Control PDC apply.
Additional information:
PDC Park Distance Control, refer to page 242.
Cross-Traffic Warning
Principle
At blind driveway exits or when driving out of perpendicular parking spaces, road users approaching from the side are detected sooner by the cross-traffic warning than is possible from the driver’s seat.
General information
Two radar sensors in the rear bumper monitor the area behind the vehicle. The system indicates approaching road users.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the traffic area in front of the vehicle is monitored as well. Two additional radar sensors are located in the front bumpers.
Safety Information
Warning:
The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver’s personal judgment in assessing visibility and traffic situations. There is a risk of an accident. Adjust driving style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely and actively intervene where appropriate.
Overview
Button in the vehicle
Park assistance button
Sensors
The system is controlled by the following sensors:
- Radar sensors, side, rear.
- Depending on the equipment: radar sensors, side, front.
Additional information:
Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 35.
Switching On/Off
Activating/deactivating the system
With the button
- Press the park assistance button.
- Tilt the Controller to the right.
“Settings”- “Cross Traffic Warning”
- “Cross traffic warning”
Via iDrive
- “CAR”
- “Settings”
- “Driver Assistance”
- “Parking and Maneuvering”
- “Cross Traffic Warning”
- “Cross traffic warning”
Turning on automatically
If the system was activated on the Control Display, it is automatically switched on as soon as PDC Park Distance Control or Panorama View is active and a gear is engaged.
If the reverse gear is engaged, the rear system is switched on. Depending on the vehicle equipment, the front system is switched on when a forward gear is engaged.
Switching off automatically
The system is automatically switched off in the following situations:
- When the speed exceeds walking speed.
- When a certain driving distance is exceeded.
- With an active parking operation of the Automatic Parking Assistant.
Warning
General information
The respective display is called up on the Control Display. A signal tone may sound and the light in the exterior mirror may flash.
Light in the Exterior Mirror
The light in the exterior mirror flashes, if vehicles are detected by the rear sensors and your own vehicle, is moving in reverse.
Display in the PDC Park Distance Control View
In the PDC Park Distance Control view, the respective boundary area flashes red, if vehicles are detected by the sensors.
Display in the camera view
The respective boundary area, arrow 1, in the camera view, flashes red, if vehicles are detected by the sensors.
Yellow lines, arrow 2, and mark the bumper of your own vehicle.
Acoustic warning
In addition to the optical indicator, a warning signal sounds if your own vehicle moves into the respective direction.
System Limits of the Sensors
Additional information:
For radar sensors, refer to page 36.
Functional limitations
The system may be limited in the following situations:
- In tight curves.
- When crossing objects move at a very slow or a very fast speed.
- If other objects are in the capture range of the sensors, that hide cross traffic.
FAQs
- What is Remote Control Parking?
The BMW 5 Series (2020–2023) has a feature called Remote Control Parking that enables you to park your car using a remote control while standing outside the vehicle. - How does Remote Control Parking work?
The BMW Display Key or the BMW Connected app can be used to control your BMW 5 Series when using Remote Control Parking. In order to precisely park the vehicle, it makes use of cutting-edge sensors, cameras, and steering controls. - Is Remote Control Parking available in all BMW 5 Series models from 2020 to 2023?
From 2020 to 2023, a few BMW 5 Series cars will come with an optional technology called Remote Control Parking. There’s a chance that not all trims or packages will include it. - What are the benefits of Remote Control Parking?
Remote control parking makes parking convenient and simple. You may watch the parking procedure from outside the car and park your BMW 5 Series in locations where opening the doors might be challenging or constrained. - Can Remote Control Parking be used in any parking space?
Parking spaces that meet the requirements for the feature’s safe operation can be used with remote control parking. It’s critical to adhere to the rules and confirm that the location is appropriate for remote parking. - How far can I control the BMW 5 Series using Remote Control Parking?
Depending on the model and the technology utilized, remote control parking range varies. It typically operates between 30 to 50 feet away, though precise distances can change. - Can I use Remote Control Parking to exit a parking space?
The main purpose of remote control parking is to park the car. The driver often has to physically exit a parking space. - What safety features are in place for Remote Control Parking?
To ensure safe operation during Remote Control Parking, BMW adds a number of safety systems, such as collision detection sensors. The technology is built to recognize impediments and to stop immediately if one is found. - Can I activate Remote Control Parking from inside a building?
Line-of-sight contact between the car and the remote control device is typically necessary for remote control parking. As a result, you usually need to be in the car’s range and have a direct line of sight to it. - Can I use Remote Control Parking in public parking lots or on the street?
Local laws and restrictions may apply to the use of Remote Control Parking in public parking lots or on the street. Before utilizing the service, you should become familiar with the local rules and regulations. - Does Remote Control Parking work in all weather conditions?
Remote Control Parking is intended to function in a variety of weather situations, although adverse weather, such as intense rain, snow, or fog, may impair its functionality. It is usually advised to proceed with prudence and good sense. - Can I override the Remote Control Parking feature?
By hitting the relevant button on the BMW Display Key or using the BMW Connected app, you may always override the Remote Control Parking option. - Does Remote Control Parking replace the need for a driver’s attention?
No, even though Remote Control Parking helps with parking maneuvers, it’s still important to stay alert and keep an eye on your surroundings. The driver is always in charge of maintaining safety. - Is Remote Control Parking covered under the BMW warranty?
Depending on the exact BMW model and the warranty’s terms, warranty coverage may vary. For correct information, it is advised to contact your nearby BMW dealership or consult the warranty paperwork. - Can I retrofit Remote Control Parking in an older BMW 5 Series model?
The manufacturer may not support or be able to retrofit Remote Control Parking in older BMW 5 Series cars. If there are retrofitting possibilities, it is preferable to speak with a BMW dealership or authorized repair facility.
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