How to use the self-timer on Nikon D5000?
Can't find my manual at the moment.
First of all, here's the manual for you. Look on page 65.
http://cdn-10.nikon-cdn.com/pdf/manuals/dslr/D5000_en.pdf
1 Place the cursor in the information display. If shooting information is not displayed in the monitor, press the R button. Press the P button to place the cursor in the information display.
2. Display release mode options. Highlight the current release mode in the info display & press (ok)
3 Choose a release mode. Highlight the Self-Timer option and press (ok).
Watch:
http://www.nikondigitutor.com/eng/d5000/index.shtml
Go through the men on the camera until you come to self-timer setting.