Where is the OBD interface located in the BMW 5 Series?

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DeLillian
07/30/25 1:50am
BMW 5 Series OBD interface is located around the area above the brake pedal, covered by a small panel which can be removed to reveal it. OBD stands for "On-Board Diagnostics", a system that continuously monitors the engine's operating conditions and the working status of the exhaust after-treatment system. If any condition that may lead to excessive emissions is detected, it will immediately issue a warning. Below are specific details about the BMW 5 Series: 1. The BMW 5 Series is a product of the German automaker BMW, classified as a mid-size sedan. Its dimensions are 4998mm in length, 1901mm in width, and 1559mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3108mm. 2. The BMW 5 Series is equipped with a twin-turbocharged inline six-cylinder engine, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, and features a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout.
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