Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Turning lights
- > E83 from 09/2006
The turning lights are coupled to the adaptive headlights (option 524).
Depending on actuation, the right-hand and/or left-hand front foglight is switched on. The turning lights are actuated by the light module (LM). The turning light are not switched on suddenly but rather faded according to special time parameters.
Depending on the country concerned, the turning lights are switched on when cornering.
The following conditions must be satisfied for the turning lights to be switched on:
- Terminal 15 ON
- Light switch in position "A" ("A" stands for automatic driving lights control)
- Rain-light sensor detects twilight or darkness (threshold exceeded)
and
- Turn signal indicator ON (not one-touch turn signal)
- Speed range (forward):
- Europe and Japan version from 0 km/h to 35 km/h
- US version from 0 km/h to 65 km/h
- Swivel angle (theoretical):
- when stationary ≤ 77°
- when driving ≤ 10°
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.