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Owner's Manual
for Vehicle
Contents
From A to Z
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X5 3.0i
X5 4.4i
X5 4.6is
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Congratulations, and thank you for choosing a BMW.
Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide you with enhanced control and
security when you drive it. We therefore have this request:
Please take the time to read this Owner's Manual and familiarize yourself with the
information that we have compiled for you before starting off in your new BMW. The
manual contains important data and instructions intended to assist you in obtaining
maximum satisfaction from your BMW's unique array of advanced technical fea-
tures. It also contains information on vehicle maintenance designed to enhance
operating safety while simultaneously helping you to maintain your BMW's value
throughout an extended service life. For additional information refer to the supple-
mental manuals.
This Owner's Manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. It
should stay with the vehicle when sold to provide the next owner with important
operating, safety and maintenance information.
We wish you an enjoyable driving experience.
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Munich, Germany
Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the
written consent of BMW AG, Munich.
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Printed in Germany
Printed on environmentally friendly paper –
bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling.
Notes
Overview
Controls and features
About this Owner's Manual 8
Symbols used 8
The individual vehicle 8
Status at time of printing 9
For your own safety 9
Symbol on vehicle parts 10
Service and Warranty 10
Reporting safety defects 10
Cockpit 14
Instrument cluster 15
Indicator and warning lamps 19
Steering wheel with multifunction
buttons 23
Warning triangle 24
First-aid kit 24
Refueling 24
Fuel specifications 26
Tire inflation pressures 26
Locks and security systems:
Keys 30
Central locking system 30
Opening and closing
– via the remote control 31
Opening and closing
– via the door lock 34
Opening and closing
– from the inside 35
Liftgate 36
Tailgate 37
Alarm system 39
Electric power windows 40
Sliding/tilt sunroof with glass
moonroof 42
Adjustments:
Safe seating position 44
Seats 44
Mechanical seat 45
Power seat 46
Head restraints 47
Power rear-seat backrest
adjustment 48
Safety belts 49
Seat, mirror and steering wheel
memory 50
Seat heating 51
Steering wheel 52
Steering wheel heating 53
Mirrors 53
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Controls and features
Passenger safety systems:
Airbags 55
Transporting children safely 58
Vehicle Memory, Key
Memory 61
Driving:
Ignition lock 62
Starting the engine 62
Switching off the engine 63
Parking brake 64
Manual transmission 64
Automatic transmission with
Steptronic 65
Indicator/Headlamp flasher 68
Washer/Wiper system/Rain
sensor 68
Cruise control 71
Everything under control:
Odometer, outside temperature
display 73
Tachometer 74
Energy control 74
Temperature gauge 75
Fuel gauge 75
Coolant temperature gauge 76
Service Interval Display 76
Check Control 77
Computer 80
Multi-Information Display
MID 81
Digital clock in the MID 82
Computer in the MID 85
Technology for safety and
driving convenience:
Park Distance Control PDC 90
Dynamic Stability Control
DSC 91
Hill Descent Control HDC 93
Self-leveling suspension 94
2-axle self-leveling
suspension 94
Tire Pressure Monitor RDC 97
Adaptive brake light 98
Lamps:
Parking lamps/Low beams 99
Instrument lighting 100
High beams/Standing
lamps 100
Fog lamps 100
Interior lamps 101
Controlling the climate for
pleasant driving:
Air conditioner 102
Automatic climate control 105
Roller sun blinds 111
Independent ventilation
system 111
Cabin convenience:
BMW Universal Transmitter 112
Glove compartment 115
Storage compartments 116
Cellular phone 116
Beverage holder 116
Glasses compartment 117
Ashtray, front 117
Ashtray, rear 118
Cigarette lighter, rear 118
Loading and transporting:
Ski bag 119
Cargo area
Fold the rear backrests
down 120
Cargo area cover 121
Partition net 122
Cover panels in the cargo
area 123
Power outlets 124
Pull-out cargo floor 124
Cargo loading 126
Roof-mounted luggage rack 127
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Operation, maintenance
Owner service procedures
Special operating instructions:
Break-in procedures 130
Driving your BMW X5 131
General driving notes 132
Antilock Brake System 132
Brake system 132
Wheels and tires:
Tire inflation pressures 134
Tire condition 134
Tire replacement 135
Wheel and tire
combinations 137
Winter tires 138
Snow chains 138
Under the hood:
Hood 139
Engine compartment
essentials 140
Washer fluid 141
Engine oil 141
Coolant 143
Brake fluid 144
Care and maintenance:
The BMW Maintenance
System 145
Laws and regulations:
Technical modifications 146
California Proposition
65 Warning 146
OBD interface socket 147
Replacement procedures:
Onboard tool kit 150
Windshield wiper blades 150
Lamps and bulbs 151
Changing a wheel 154
Battery 160
Fuses 160
Assistance, giving and
receiving:
Jump-starting 162
Towing the vehicle 164
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Technical data
Index
Engine specifications 168
Dimensions 169
Weights 170
Capacities 171
Everything from A to Z 174
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About this Owner's Manual
We have made every effort to ensure
that you are able to find what you need
in this Owner's Manual as quickly as
possible. The fastest way to find certain
topics is by using the detailed index at
the end. If you desire an initial overview
of your vehicle, this can be found in the
first chapter.
Should you wish to sell your BMW at
some time in the future, please
remember to hand over the Owner's
Manual to the new owner; it is an
important part of the vehicle.
If you have any questions, your
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center
will be glad to advise you.
Symbols used
Indicates precautions that must
be followed precisely in order to
avoid the possibility of personal injury
and serious damage to the vehicle.
Contains information that will
assist you in gaining the optimum
benefit from your vehicle and enable
you to care more effectively for your
vehicle.
Refers to measures that can
be taken to help protect the
environment.
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Marks the end of a specific item of
information.
*
Indicates special equipment,
country-specific equipment and
optional extras.
Identifies systems or components,
which can be activated or adapted
to suit an individual driver's require-
ments – Vehicle Memory, Key Memory,
refer to page 61.
Activation and adjustments on some of
these systems can be performed at
your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle
center.
The individual vehicle
On buying your BMW, you have
decided in favor of a model with individ-
ualized equipment and features. This
Owner's Manual describes all models
and equipment that BMW offers within
the same group.
We hope you will understand that
equipment and features are included
that you might not have chosen for your
vehicle. Any differences can easily be
identified, since all optional extras and
special equipment are marked with an
asterisk
*
.
If your BMW features equipment which
is not described in this Owner's
Manual, Supplementary Owner's Man-
uals are enclosed. We ask you to read
these manuals as well.
Notes
Symbols
The individual vehicle
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Status at time of printing
BMW pursues a policy of continuous,
ongoing development that is conceived
to ensure that our vehicles continue to
embody the highest quality and safety
standards combined with advanced,
state-of-the-art technology. For this
reason, it is possible that the features
described in this Owner's Manual could
differ from those on your vehicle. Nor
can errors and omissions be entirely
ruled out. You are therefore asked to
appreciate that no legal claims can be
entertained on the basis of the data,
illustrations or descriptions in this
manual.
For your own safety
Use unleaded gasoline only. Fuels
containing up to and including
10% ethanol or other oxygenates with
up to 2.8% oxygen by weight – that is,
15% MTBE or 3% methanol plus an
equivalent amount of co-solvent – will
not void the applicable warranties
respecting defects in materials or work-
manship. Field experience has indi-
cated significant differences in fuel
quality – volatility, composition, addi-
tives, etc. – among gasolines offered for
sale in the United States and Canada.
The use of poor-quality fuels may result
in driveability, starting and stalling
problems especially under certain envi-
ronmental conditions such as high
ambient temperature and high altitude.
Should you encounter driveability prob-
lems which you suspect could be
related to the fuel you are using, we
recommend that you respond by
switching to a recognized high-quality
brand.
Failure to comply with these recom-
mendations may result in unscheduled
maintenance.
Obey pertinent relevant safety rules
when you are handling gasoline.
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Important safety information!
For your own safety, use genuine
parts and accessories approved by
BMW.
When you purchase accessories tested
and approved by BMW and Original
BMW Parts, you simultaneously acquire
the assurance that they have been thor-
oughly tested by BMW to ensure
optimum performance when installed
on your vehicle.
BMW warrants these parts to be free
from defects in material and workman-
ship.
BMW will not accept any liability for
damages resulting from installation of
parts and accessories not approved by
BMW.
BMW cannot test every product on the
market to determine whether it can be
used on a BMW safely and without risk
to either the vehicle, its operation, or its
occupants.
Original BMW Parts, BMW Accessories
and other products approved by BMW,
together with professional advice on
using these items, are available from all
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle centers.
Aktualität bei Drucklegung
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Notes
Installation and operation of non-BMW
approved accessories such as alarms,
radios, amplifiers, radar detectors,
wheels, suspension components, brake
dust shields, telephones – including
operation of any portable cellular phone
from within the vehicle without using an
externally mounted antenna – or trans-
ceiver equipment such as CB, walkie-
talkie, ham radio or similar accessories,
may cause extensive damage to the
vehicle, compromise its safety, interfere
with the vehicle's electrical system or
affect the validity of the BMW Limited
Warranty. Contact your BMW Sports
Activity Vehicle center for additional
information.
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Maintenance, replacement, or
repair of the emission control
devices and systems may be performed
by any automotive repair establishment
or individual using any certified auto-
motive part.
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Symbol on vehicle parts
Indicates that you should consult
the relevant section of this
Owner's Manual for information on a
particular part or assembly.
Service and Warranty
This manual is supplemented by a Ser-
vice and Warranty Information Booklet
for US models or a Warranty and Ser-
vice Guide Booklet for Canadian
models.
We recommend that you read this
publication thoroughly.
Your BMW is covered by the following
warranties:
>
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
>
Rust Perforation Limited Warranty
>
Federal Emissions System Defect
Warranty
>
Federal Emissions Performance War-
ranty
>
California Emissions Control System
Limited Warranty
Detailed information about these
warranties is listed in the Service and
Warranty Information Booklet for US
models or in the Warranty and Service
Guide Booklet for Canadian models.
Reporting safety defects
The following only applies to vehicles
owned and operated in the US.
If you believe that your vehicle has a
defect which could cause a crash or
could cause injury or death, you should
immediately inform the National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration
NHTSA in addition to notifying BMW of
North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227,
Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227,
Telephone 800-831-1117.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it
may open an investigation, and if it
finds that a safety defect exists in a
group of vehicles, it may order a recall
and remedy campaign. However,
NHTSA cannot become involved in indi-
vidual problems between you, your
dealer, or BMW of North America, LLC.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call
the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at
1-800-424-9393 – or 366-0123 in
Washington, D.C. area – or write to:
NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transpor-
tation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You
can also obtain other information about
motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.
For your own safety
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Controls and features
Operation, maintenance
Owner service procedures
Index
Technical data
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1 Parking lamps/Low beams 99
2 Fog lamps 100
3
>
Turn signal indicators 68
>
Standing lamps 100
>
High beams 100
>
Headlamp flasher 68
>
Computer 80
4 Washer/Wiper system/Rain
sensor 68
5 Rear window defroster 103, 108
6 Central locking system 30
7 Hazard warning flashers
8 Horn, the entire surface
9 Adjusting steering wheel 52
Cockpit
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1 Fuel gauge 75
2 Indicator lamp for turn signal
indicators 22
3 Speedometer
4 Indicator and warning
lamps 19 to 22
5 Tachometer and Energy Control 74
6 Coolant temperature gauge 76
Instrument cluster BMW X5 3.0i, 4.4i
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7 Indicator and warning
lamps 19 to 22
8 Reset button for trip odometer 73
9 Indicator for Check Control 77
10 Odometer and trip odometer 73
11 Computer display –
operation via the turn signal lever,
refer to page 80:
>
Outside temperature
>
Average fuel consumption
>
Cruising range
>
Average speed
12 Service Interval Display 76
13 Selector lever and program display
for automatic transmission
*
65
14 Indicator and warning
lamps 19 to 22
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Instrument cluster BMW X5 3.0i, 4.4i
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1 Fuel gauge 75
2 Indicator lamp for turn signal
indicators 22
3 Speedometer
4 Indicator and warning
lamps 19 to 22
5 Tachometer and Energy Control 74
6 Coolant temperature gauge 76
7 Indicator and warning
lamps 19 to 22
8 Reset button for trip odometer 73
9 Service Interval Display 76
10 Display for
>
Trip odometer 73
>
Outside temperature display 73
11 Indicator for Check Control 77
12 Selector lever and program display
for automatic transmission
*
65
13 CHECK button 77
14 Indicator and warning
lamps 19 to 22
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Instrument cluster BMW X5 4.6is
1 Fuel gauge 75
2 Indicator lamp for turn signal
indicators 22
3 Speedometer
4 Indicator and warning
lamps 19 to 22
5 Tachometer and Energy Control 74
6 Coolant temperature gauge 76
7 Indicator and warning
lamps 19 to 22
8 Reset button for trip odometer 73
9 Service Interval Display 76
10 Display for
>
Trip odometer 73
>
Outside temperature display 73
11 Indicator for Check Control 77
12 Selector lever and program display
for automatic transmission
*
65
13 CHECK button 77
14 Indicator and warning
lamps 19 to 22
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Indicator and warning lamps
Technology that monitors itself
Indicator and warning lamps that are
identified by
●
are tested for proper
functioning whenever the ignition key is
turned. They each light up once for
different periods of time.
If a fault should occur in one of these
systems, the corresponding lamp does
not go out after the engine is started or
it lights up while the vehicle is moving.
You will see how to react to this in the
following section.
Red: stop immediately
Battery charge current
●
The battery is no longer being
charged. There is a malfunction
of the alternator drive belt or in the
charging circuit of the alternator. Please
contact the nearest BMW Sports
Activity Vehicle center.
If the drive belt is defective, do not
continue driving. The engine could
be damaged due to overheating. If the
drive belt is defective, increased
steering effort is also required.
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Engine oil pressure
●
Stop the vehicle immediately
and switch off the engine.
Check the engine oil level; top off as
required. If the oil level is correct:
please contact the nearest BMW Sports
Activity Vehicle center.
Do not continue driving. The
engine could be damaged
because of inadequate lubrication.
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Parking brake
*
/
Brake hydraulic system
●
Comes on when you engage the
parking brake.
For additional information: refer to
page 64.
Comes on although the parking brake
is released: have the brake fluid level
checked. Before continuing your
journey, be sure to read the notes on
pages 132 and 144.
Also comes on in the Check Control
with the message CHECK BRAKE
LININGS.
Parking brake warning lamp
*
/
Brake hydraulic system warning
lamp for Canadian models.
Tire Pressure Monitor RDC
*
●
In addition, an acoustic signal is
sounded: a flat tire has
occurred. Reduce vehicle speed imme-
diately and stop the vehicle. Avoid hard
brake applications. As you steer the
vehicle, use caution and avoid overcor-
recting.
For additional information: refer to
page 96.
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Indicator and warning lamps
Red or yellow: continue to drive;
drive cautiously
If the brake warning lamp
comes on red together with the
yellow warning lamps for ABS
and DSC:
Continue to drive; drive
cautiously and defensively and
avoid full brake applications.
Have the system checked by the
nearest BMW Sports Activity Vehicle
center.
For additional information: refer to
pages 91 and 132.
If all three warning lamps come on
yellow:
Continue to drive; drive cautiously and
defensively and avoid full brake appli-
cations.
Have the system checked by your
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center as
soon as possible.
Warning lamps for Canadian
models.
Red: an important reminder
Parking brake
*
Comes on when the parking
brake is engaged.
For additional information: refer to
page 64.
Parking brake
*
warning lamp
for
Canadian models.
Please fasten safety belts
●
Lights up either for a few
seconds or, depending on
model, until the belt is engaged.
Depending on model, together with an
acoustic signal
*
or a message
*
in the
Check Control.
For additional information on safety
belts: refer to page 49.
Airbags
●
Please have the system
inspected by your BMW Sports
Activity Vehicle center.
For additional information: refer to
page 55.
Yellow: check as soon as possible
Antilock Brake System ABS
●
ABS has been deactivated in
response to system malfunction.
Conventional braking performance
remains available with no loss of effi-
ciency. Please have the system
inspected by your BMW Sports Activity
Vehicle center.
For additional information: refer to
page 132.
ABS warning lamp for Canadian
models.
Engine oil level
Comes on while driving:
The oil level is at the absolute
minimum; refill as soon as possible. Do
not drive more than approx. 30 miles/
50 km until you do.
For additional information: refer to
page 141.
Engine oil level
Comes on after the engine has
been switched off: add engine
oil at your earliest opportunity, e.g.
when you stop to refuel.
For additional information: refer to
page 141.
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Indicator and warning lamps
Automatic transmission
*
Because of a malfunction, the
automatic transmission shifts
only in the emergency program. Please
consult the nearest BMW Sports
Activity Vehicle center.
For additional information: refer to
page 67.
Brake pads
* ●
Have the brake pads checked.
For additional information: refer
to page 132.
Self-leveling suspension* ●
Self-leveling suspension is inac-
tive. Please consult the nearest
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center.
For additional information: refer to
page 94.
Dynamic Brake Control DBC ●
Fault in the DBC system.
Conventional braking perfor-
mance remains available with no loss of
efficiency.
Please have the system checked and
repaired by your BMW Sports Activity
Vehicle center.
For additional information: refer to
page 92.
Dynamic Brake Control DBC
warning lamp for Canadian
models.
Dynamic Stability Control
DSC ●
Indicator lamp flashes:
The system is active and governs drive
and braking force.
The warning lamp comes on and stays
on while driving:
DSC has been switched off with the
button. If, after repeatedly pressing the
DSC button, the warning lamp still does
not go off, then that means that the
DSC, HDC and the vehicle's road-
holding ability are defective.
Please have the system checked by the
nearest BMW Sports Activity Vehicle
center.
For additional information: refer to
pages 91 and 93.
Engine electronics*
There is a fault in the engine's
electronic control system. You
can continue to drive with reduced
engine output or engine speed. Please
have the system checked by your
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center.
Tire Pressure Monitor RDC* ●
Check tire inflation pressures,
refer to pages 26, 97.
Service Engine Soon ●
If the indicator lamp comes on
either continuously or intermit-
tently, this indicates a fault in the
emissions-related electronic systems.
Although the vehicle remains opera-
tional, you should have the systems
checked by your BMW Sports Activity
Vehicle center at the earliest possible
opportunity.
For additional information: refer to
page 147.
Service Engine Soon warning
lamp for Canadian models.
Check Filler Cap* ●
This indicator lamp comes on
when the fuel filler cap is loose
or missing.
Close the filler cap tightly: refer to
page 25.
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Green: for your information
Turn signal indicators
Flashes when the turn signal
indicators are operated. Rapid
flashing indicates a system malfunction.
For additional information: refer to
page 68.
Cruise control*
Comes on when the cruise
control is activated: available for
operation via the steering wheel with
multifunction buttons.
For additional information: refer to
page 71.
Fog lamps
Lights up whenever you switch
on the fog lamps.
For additional information: refer to
page 100.
Blue: for your information
High beams
Lights up when the high beams
are on or the headlamp flasher
is actuated.
For additional information: refer to
pages 68 and 100.
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Steering wheel with multifunction buttons*
The buttons integrated in the steering
wheel are provided so that you can
operate a number of accessories
quickly and without being distracted
from traffic conditions. You may
operate:
>selected control functions for the
radio along with CD and cassette
player
>the recirculated-air mode of the air
conditioner* or the steering-wheel
heating*
>the cruise control
>selected phone functions and
>the voice entry
In order to operate a system, the
corresponding system must be
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Press briefly:
Accept incoming call, start dialing,
terminate call.
Extended pressure:
Activate/deactivate voice entry.
Switch between phone and radio,
cassette and CD.
Forward:
>Radio
Press briefly: next stored station
Extended pressure: station search
function
>CD
Press briefly: jump to next track
Extended pressure: fast forward in
track
>Cassette
Press briefly: stop track scan or fast
forward
Extended pressure: fast forward
>Phone
Scan personal phone book.
Reverse: functions as for fast forward.
Volume
Cruise control: calling up.
Cruise control: store and accelerate +
or decelerate and store –.
Cruise control: activate/interrupt/deac-
tivate.
Recirculated-air mode and automatic
recirculated-air control AUC or steering
wheel heating: switch on/off.
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1. Open the cover on the left in the
cargo area: lift the handle on the
cover
2. Pull the tab of the retaining strap,
refer to arrow, and remove the
hazard warning triangle from the
support bracket
3. To install: slide the hazard warning
triangle into the support bracket and
press on the retaining strap.
Always observe all legal regula-
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The first-aid kit is located under the
front passenger's seat.
To open: pull the handle and fold the
cover down.
To close: fold the cover up.
Some of the articles in the first-aid
kit may be used within a limited
time only. For this reason, check the
expiration dates of each of the items
regularly, and replace any whose
expiration dates have passed. You can
acquire replacements in any drugstore
or pharmacy.
Always observe all legal regulations
requiring a first-aid kit to be carried in
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Fuel filler door
Before filling the tank, switch off
the engine. If you do not, fuel
cannot be filled into the tank and the
Service Engine Soon lamp may come
on.<
To open the fuel filler door, press on the
front edge.
In the event of an electrical malfunction,
you can also open the fuel filler door
manually:
1. Open the cover on the right in the
cargo area: lift the handle on the
cover
2. Pull the knob with the fuel pump
symbol.
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Refueling
When handling fuels, comply with
all of the applicable safety precau-
tions and regulations pertaining to
fuels. Never carry spare fuel containers
in your vehicle. Whether empty or full,
these containers can leak, cause an
explosion, or lead to fire in the event of
a collision.<
Simple and environmentally
friendly
Open the filler cap carefully to
prevent fuel from spraying out.
Fuel spray may cause injury.
Do not top off. Topping off may cause
fuel spillage.<
Keep the filler cap in the bracket
attached to the fuel filler door.
When refueling, insert the filler nozzle
completely into the filler pipe. Pulling
the nozzle out of the pipe during refu-
eling
>results in premature pump shutoff
>and will reduce the effect of the vapor
recovery system on the pump.
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erly, the fuel tank is full whenever the
nozzle shuts off the first time.
Close the filler cap carefully after
refueling until a click is heard.
While closing, be sure not to squeeze
the strap which is fastened to the cap.
A loose or missing cap will activate the
message – CHECK FILLER CAP – in the
Check Control* or the Check Filler Cap
lamp*.<
Tank capacity:
approx. 24.6 gal./approx. 93 liters,
with a reserve capacity of
6-cylinder engine: approx. 2.0 gal./
approx. 8 liters
8-cylinder engine: approx. 2.5 gal./
approx. 10 liters.
Do not drive until the tank is
completely empty, as otherwise
engine functions are not ensured and
damage can occur.<
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The engine uses lead-free gasoline
only.
Required fuel:
>Premium Unleaded Gasoline,
min. 91 AKI.
AKI = Anti Knock Index
Do not use leaded fuels. The use
of leaded fuels will cause perma-
nent damage to the system's oxygen
sensor and the catalytic converter.<
Check tire pressures
All pressure specifications are indicated
in psi/kilopascal for tires at ambient
temperature, refer also to the table on
the next page.
Vehicles with Tire Pressure Monitor
RDC:
After correcting the inflation pressures,
reactivate the system, refer to page 97.
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Check tire inflation pressures
regularly — at least every two
weeks and before beginning a longer
trip. Incorrect tire pressure can other-
wise lead to poor handling, tire damage
and accidents.
Check the tire inflation pressure of the
spare tire. Inflate the spare tire to
the highest inflation pressure of any tire
on your vehicle.<
Comply with tire approval
specifications
The inflation pressures in the table
apply to tire sizes and tires from BMW-
approved manufacturers. Your
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center is
familiar with these pressures. A
different inflation pressure may be
required for tire makes not approved by
BMW.
Your vehicle is equipped with tires that
not only meet US standards, but also
European standards. We recommend
the exclusive use of BMW-approved
tires.
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Tire inflation pressures
BMW Tires
All pressure specifications in
the table are indicated in psi/
kilopascal with cold tires,
cold = ambient temperature
X5 All sizes 32/220 32/220 32/220 39/270
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Controls and features
Operation, maintenance
Index
Technical data
Owner service procedures
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The key set
1 The master keys with remote control
determine the functions of the Key
Memory, refer to page 61.
You can mark individual keys for
subsequent identification by applying
the colored decals that you received
when accepting delivery of your
vehicle
There is an extended-life battery
in every master key which is
charged automatically in the ignition
lock as you drive.
For this reason, if you have a master
key that is otherwise not used, use that
key approx. once every year while
driving for an extended period. This will
charge the battery, refer also to
page 31.<
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2 Spare master key for storage in a
safe place, such as in your wallet.
This key is not intended for contin-
uous use
3 Door and ignition key
The lock for the glove compartment
cannot be operated with this key.
This is recommended for valet
parking, for instance.
The concept
The central locking system is ready for
operation as soon as you close the front
doors. The system engages or releases
the locks on the
>doors
>liftgate/tailgate
>fuel filler door.
The central locking system can be
operated
>from outside via the remote control
as well as via the driver's door lock
>from inside via the button for the
central locking system.
If the system is locked from inside, the
fuel filler door remains unlocked, refer
to page 35.
When the system is actuated from
outside of the vehicle, the anti-theft
system is actuated simultaneously. This
prevents the doors from being unlocked
via safety lock buttons or door handles.
The alarm system is also armed or
disarmed.
In the event of an accident, the central
locking system unlocks automatically,
but only those doors which were not
locked separately with the safety lock
buttons, refer to page 35. In addition,
the hazard warning flashers and interior
lamps come on.
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Opening and closing – via the remote control
The concept
The remote control makes opening and
locking the doors of your vehicle very
convenient. Furthermore it provides
three additional functions that can only
be executed via the remote control:
>Switch on the interior lamps, refer to
page 32.
With this function, you can also
search for your vehicle — when
parked in an underground garage, for
instance
>Open the liftgate, refer to page 32.
The liftgate will open slightly, regard-
less of whether it was previously
locked or unlocked
>Panic mode, refer to page 32.
In case of danger, you can trigger an
alarm.
Whenever you unlock or lock the
vehicle, you simultaneously deactivate/
activate the anti-theft system, disarm/
arm the alarm system and switch the
interior lamps on/off.
You can have an acknowledgment
signal set to confirm that the
vehicle is correctly locked.<
Since passengers or animals
remaining in the vehicle might be
able to lock the doors from the inside,
take the vehicle's keys with you so that
the vehicle can be opened again from
the outside at any time.<
If it is no longer possible to lock
the vehicle via the remote control,
the battery is discharged. Use this key
while driving for an extended period in
order to charge the battery. To prevent
unauthorized use of the remote control,
surrender only the door and ignition key
or the spare key when leaving the
vehicle for valet parking, for example,
refer to page 30.
In the event of a system malfunction,
please contact your BMW Sports
Activity Vehicle center. You can also
obtain replacement keys there.<
1 Unlock and convenience opening
2 Lock and secure, switching on inte-
rior lamps, switching off tilt alarm
sensor and interior motion sensor
3 Open the liftgate, panic mode
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To unlock
Press button.
Press the button once to unlock the
driver's door and the fuel filler door
only; press a second time to unlock all
remaining doors as well as the tailgate/
liftgate.
Convenience opening mode
Press and hold button. The power
windows and sliding/tilt sunroof are
opened.
To lock and secure
Press button.
To switch on the interior lamps
After locking the vehicle, press button
again.
To switch off the tilt alarm sensor
and interior motion sensor
Press button a second time immedi-
ately after locking.
For additional information: refer to
page 40.
To open the liftgate
Press button.
The luggage compartment lid/liftgate
will open slightly, regardless of whether
it was previously locked or unlocked.
Before and after a trip, be sure
that the tailgate/liftgate was not
opened unintentionally.<
Panic mode
By pressing and holding the button for
more than two seconds, you can trigger
an alarm via the alarm system if there is
an impending danger (the alarm system
must be armed).
To switch off the alarm
Press button.
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Opening and closing – via the remote control
System interference
The remote control system may be
affected by other units or equipment
operating in the immediate vicinity of
your vehicle.
If this should occur, you can unlock and
lock the vehicle via the door lock with a
master key.
For US owners only
The transmitter and receiver units
comply with part 15 of the FCC –
Federal Communication Commission –
regulations. Operation is governed by
the following:
FCC ID: LX8EWS
LX8FZVS
LX8FZVE
Compliance statement:
This device complies with part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
>This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
>this device must accept any interfer-
ence received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Any unauthorized modifications to
these devices could void the
user's authority to operate this equip-
ment.<
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One turn of the key in the driver's door
lock unlocks the driver's door only.
Turning the key a second time unlocks
all of the remaining doors, the liftgate/
tailgate and the fuel filler door.
You can have an acknowledgment
signal set to confirm that the
vehicle is correctly locked.<
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Convenience operation
You can also operate the windows and
sliding/tilt sunroof via the door lock.
>To open: with the door closed, turn
the key to the Unlock position and
hold it
>To close: with the door closed, turn
the key to the Lock position and hold
it.
Watch during the closing process
to be sure that no one is inadvert-
ently injured. Releasing the key stops
the operation.<
Manual operation
In the event of an electrical malfunction,
turn the key to the extreme left or right
to unlock/lock the door.
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Opening and closing – from the inside
You can operate the central locking
system with this button when the
driver's door is closed. The doors and
liftgate are unlocked or locked only.
However, the anti-theft system is not
activated. Also, the fuel filler door
remains unlocked to allow refueling.
The central locking system can be
locked automatically as soon as
you begin to drive if you desire. You
may also have this function
programmed into individual keys.<
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If only the driver's door was
unlocked from the outside and
you press the button
>all other doors, the tailgate/liftgate
and the fuel filler door will be
unlocked when the driver's door is
opened
>the driver's door will be locked again
when it is closed.<
To unlock and open the doors
>Either unlock the doors together with
the button for the central locking
system and then pull the door handle
above the armrest
or
>pull the release handle for each door
twice: the first pull unlocks the door,
and the second one opens it.
To engage the locks
>Use the central locking button to lock
all of the doors simultaneously,
or
>press down the individual safety lock
buttons. The fuel filler door remains
unlocked. As an added design
feature to prevent the driver from
being inadvertently locked out of the
vehicle, the driver's safety lock
button will not engage as long as the
door is open.
When the vehicle is moving, do
not lock the doors with the safety
lock buttons. Doors locked in this
manner would not unlock automatically
in the event of an accident.
Since passengers or animals remaining
in the vehicle might be able to lock the
doors from the inside, take the vehicle's
keys with you so that the vehicle can be
opened again from the outside at any
time.<
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To open from the outside
Press the button, refer to arrow:
The liftgate opens slightly.
The cargo area is illuminated whenever
the liftgate is opened, refer also to
page 101.
When the liftgate is opened, the
clearance from the ground to the
upper edge is more than 6.6 ft/2 m.
Please keep this in mind when opening
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Opening from inside the vehicle
Press this button to open the liftgate
when the vehicle is stationary.
If pointed or sharp-edged objects
could strike the rear window while
driving, be sure to provide protection
around all edges. If you do not do this,
the heating conductors of the rear
window could be damaged.<
For information on the cargo area cover
and on other details in the cargo area,
refer to Cargo area, beginning on
page 120.
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Manual release
In the event of an electrical malfunction,
you can release the liftgate manually:
1. Remove the plastic plug from inside
the cargo area and pull toward the
interior, refer to arrow. The liftgate
will be released
2. Reinstall the plug.
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Liftgate Tailgate
To close
You can pull the liftgate down by
placing both hands in the handle
recesses, refer to arrows.
To avoid injuries, be sure that the
travel path of the liftgate is clear
when it is closed, as with all closing
procedures.<
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Operate the vehicle only when
both gates are completely closed.
Otherwise, exhaust fumes could pene-
trate the interior of the vehicle. Should it
be absolutely necessary to operate the
vehicle with an open gate:
>Close all windows. Shut the sliding/
tilt sunroof
>Increase the air supply for the air
conditioner or automatic climate
control to a high level, refer to
page 103 or 107.< To open
Press the button:
You can fold the tailgate down.
When opened, the tailgate can
accept loads of up to 440 lbs/
200 kg. When the vehicle is parked, you
may utilize the tailgate as a seat or as a
loading platform for luggage or recre-
ation gear, for example.<
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Manual release
In the event of an electrical malfunction,
you can release the tailgate manually:
1. Unfasten the trim panel clip with the
vehicle key or with a screwdriver,
refer to arrow 1, and remove it
toward the top, refer to arrow 2
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2. Using the same tool, press the latch
in the direction of the arrow; the
tailgate is released
3. Reinstall the trim panel.
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Luggage straps
Use the retaining straps on the cargo
area floor to secure smaller items of
luggage.
Movement is reduced when objects are
placed on the straps.
The lashing eyes located at the corners
of the cargo area provide you with a
convenient means of attaching luggage
nets* or flexible straps for securing
luggage.
Refer also to Stowing cargo on
page 126.
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Alarm system
The concept
The vehicle alarm system responds:
>When a door, the hood, or the liftgate
is opened
>To movement inside the vehicle –
interior motion sensor
>To variations in the vehicle tilt angle
such as occur during attempts to
steal the wheels or tow the vehicle
>To interruption of battery voltage.
The system responds to unauthorized
vehicle entry and attempted theft by
simultaneously activating the following:
>Sounding an acoustical alarm for
30 seconds
>The hazard warning flashers are acti-
vated for approx. five minutes
>The high beams flash on and off in
the same rhythm.
To arm and disarm the alarm
system
When the vehicle is locked or unlocked
with the key or the remote control, the
alarm system is also simultaneously
armed or disarmed.
You can have different acknowl-
edgment signals set to confirm
system arming and disarming.<
You can still open the liftgate after the
system has been armed by pressing the
button of the remote control, refer to
page 32. When you close the liftgate, it
is secured again.
Indicator lamp displays
>The indicator lamp below the interior
rearview mirror flashes continuously:
the system is armed
>The indicator lamp flashes during
arming: the door(s), the hood or lift-
gate are not completely closed. Even
if you do not close the alerted area,
the system begins to monitor the
remaining areas, and the indicator
lamp flashes continuously after
10 seconds. However, the interior
motion sensor is not activated
>If the indicator lamp goes out when
the system is disarmed: no manipula-
tion or attempted intrusions have
been detected in the period since the
system was armed
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>If the indicator lamp flashes for
10 seconds when the system is
disarmed: an attempted entry has
been detected in the period since the
system was armed.
Following triggering of an alarm, the
indicator lamp will flash continuously.
Avoiding unintentional alarms
The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion
sensor may be switched off at the same
time. To prevent an unintentional alarm
from being triggered, in garages with
elevator ramps, for instance, or when
the vehicle is transported by trailer or
train:
Lock the vehicle twice, i. e. arm the
system. Press button of the remote
control twice in succession or actuate
the locks twice with the key.
The indicator lamp lights up briefly and
then flashes continuously. The tilt alarm
sensor and the interior motion sensor
are deactivated as long as the system is
armed.
Interior motion sensor
In order for the interior motion sensor to
function properly, the windows and
sliding/tilt sunroof must be completely
closed.
However, be sure to switch off the inte-
rior motion sensor – refer to the
previous column – when you
>leave children or animals in the
vehicle
>intend to leave the windows or
sliding/tilt sunroof open. Open and close windows
From ignition key position 1:
>Press the switch up to the pressure
point:
The window continues to move as
long as you continue to hold the
switch
>Press the switch beyond the pressure
point:
The window moves downward auto-
matically. Touch the switch again to
stop the opening movement.
You can close the windows in the same
manner by pulling the switch.
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Electric power windows
After the ignition has been switched off:
>You can still operate the windows as
long as neither of the front doors has
been opened. To open the windows,
press the switch beyond the pressure
point.
Remove the key from the ignition
lock and close the doors when
you leave the vehicle so that children
cannot operate the power windows and
possibly injure themselves.<
For the convenience mode via the
remote control or the door lock, refer to
pages 32 and 34.
Safety feature
A contact strip is integrated into the
inner side of each of the upper window
frame sections. If pressure is exerted
against this contact strip while a
window is being raised, the system will
respond by stopping the window and
then retracting it a small distance.
Despite this safety feature, be
extremely careful that the closing
path of the window is not obstructed
whenever it is closed. Otherwise, an
object might not touch the contact strip
in some situations, with very thin
objects, for instance.
You can override this safety feature by
pulling the switch beyond the pressure
point and holding it.
Because the power windows are sealed
at high pressure to prevent wind noise
when closed, a powerful motor is
required for efficient closing. When
closing the windows, always ensure
that they are not obstructed in any way.
Unsupervised use of these systems can
result in serious personal injury.
Remove the ignition key to deactivate
the electric power windows whenever
you leave the vehicle. Never leave the
keys in the vehicle with unsupervised
children. Never place anything that
could obstruct the driver's vision on or
next to the windows.<
Safety switch
With the safety switch, you can prevent
the rear windows from being opened or
closed via the switches in the rear
passenger area, by children, for
example. You can also prevent adjust-
ments of the power rear-seat backrests
from the rear passenger area, refer to
page 48.
Press the safety switch whenever
children are riding in the rear of
the vehicle. Careless use of the power
windows can lead to injury.<
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To prevent injuries, exercise care
when closing the sliding/tilt
sunroof and keep it in your field of
vision until it is shut.
Before leaving the vehicle, switch off
the electric sunroof mechanism by
removing the ignition key. Do not leave
children unattended in the vehicle with
access to vehicle keys. Use of the key
can result in starting of the engine and
operation of vehicle systems such as
the power sunroof, etc. Unsupervised
use of these systems can result in
serious personal injury.< Lifting – Opening – Closing
With the ignition key in position 1 or
higher, press the switch or slide it in the
desired direction until you feel resis-
tance.
The headliner slides back somewhat
when you raise the sunroof. When the
sunroof is opened the headliner retracts
with it. It remains open, and it is possible
to slide it back and forth as long as the
sunroof is not completely open.
The headliner insert cannot be
closed with the sliding/tilt sunroof
in its raised position.<
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After the ignition has been switched off,
you can still operate the sliding/tilt
sunroof as long as neither of the front
doors has been opened.
For the convenience mode via the
remote control or the door lock, refer to
pages 32 and 34.
Automatic* opening and closing
Press the switch briefly past the pres-
sure point and then release it.
Other automatic operations are:
>With the sunroof open, press the
switch briefly toward Lift: the sunroof
automatically extends to its fully
raised position.
Pressing the switch again briefly stops
the motion.
>With the sunroof raised, hold the
switch toward Open until the roof has
reached the desired position.
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Sliding/tilt sunroof with glass moonroof*
Safety feature
If the sliding/tilt sunroof encounters
resistance when it is
>closing from the raised position
>closing at a point roughly past the
middle of its travel
the closing cycle is interrupted and the
sliding/tilt sunroof will open again
slightly.
Despite this safety feature, be
extremely careful that the closing
path of the sunroof is not obstructed
whenever it is closed. Otherwise, trig-
gering the closing-force limitation may
not be ensured in some situations, with
very thin objects, for instance. You can
disable this safety feature by pressing
the switch beyond the pressure point
and holding it.<
Power loss
When the battery is disconnected, for
instance, the sunroof may only lift. To
reinitialize the mechanism:
1. Raise the sliding/tilt sunroof fully
2. Press and hold the switch for approx.
twenty seconds.
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Manual operation
In the event of an electrical malfunction,
you can operate the sliding/tilt sunroof
manually:
1. Open the glasses compartment, refer
to page 117
2. Insert the Allen wrench from the
vehicle tool kit, refer to page 150, in
the opening provided and turn the
sliding/tilt sunroof in the desired
direction.
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The condition for relaxed, fatigue-free
driving is a seating position adjusted to
your needs. Together with the safety
belts and the airbags, the seating posi-
tion is very important for the passive
safety of the occupants in the case of
an accident. Therefore, observe the
following instructions, as otherwise the
protective function of the safety
systems may be impaired.
For additional information on trans-
porting children safely, refer to
page 58.
Sitting safely with airbags
Maintain a distance to the airbags.
Always hold the steering wheel by
the rim with the hands at the 9 and
3-o'clock positions to keep any chance
of injury to hands or arms to an abso-
lute minimum, should the airbag be
deployed. No one and nothing is to
come between the airbags and the seat
occupant. Do not use the cover of the
front airbag on the front passenger side
as a storage area for objects, or as a
rest for feet or legs.<
For the location of the airbags and
additional information, refer to page 55.
Sitting safely with safety belts
Never allow more than one person
to wear a single safety belt. Never
allow infants or small children to ride in
a passenger's lap. Avoid twisting the
belt while routing it firmly across the
pelvis and shoulder, wear it as snugly
against your body as possible. Do not
allow the belt to rest against hard or
fragile objects in your pockets. Never
route the belt across your neck, do not
run it across sharp edges and ensure
that the belt does not become caught
or jammed. Avoid wearing bulky
clothing and pull on the lap belt periodi-
cally to retension it over your shoulders.
In the event of a frontal impact, a loose
lap belt could slide over your hips,
leading to abdominal injury. In addition,
the safety belt's restraint effectiveness
is reduced if the belt is worn loosely.
Expectant mothers should always wear
their safety belts, taking care to position
the lap belt against the lower hips,
where it will not exert pressure against
the abdominal area.<
For instructions on operating the safety
belts, refer to page 49.
Observe the following before
adjusting
Never try to adjust your seat while
operating the vehicle. The seat
could respond with unexpected move-
ment, and the ensuing loss of vehicle
control could lead to an accident. Never
ride with the backrest reclined to an
extreme horizontal angle – especially
important for front passengers to
remember.
If you do so there is a risk that you will
slide under the safety belt in an acci-
dent, thus reducing the protection
provided by the safety belt
.
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Seat adjustment
>Mechanical seat adjustment, refer to
page 45
>Power seat adjustment, refer to
page 46
>Head restraints, refer to page 47
>Power rear-seat backrest adjustment,
refer to page 48
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Mechanical seat
Seat adjustment
1 Backward/forward adjustment
Pull the lever and slide the seat to the
desired position.
After you release the lever, move the
seat forward or backward slightly so
that it engages fully
2 Cushion height
Pull the lever and apply weight to or
remove weight from the seat as
required
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Pull the lever and apply weight to or
remove weight from the backrest as
required.
Comply with the adjustment
instructions on page 44. Failure
to do so could result in diminished
personal safety.<
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Adjusting the BMW sports seat*
You can adjust the thigh support addi-
tionally:
Pull the lever and adjust the position of
the thigh support for your personal
comfort.
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Seat adjustment
1 Tilt angle – driver's seat only
2 Backward/forward adjustment
3 Cushion height
4 Backrest angle
Adjust the head restraint manually, refer
to page 47.
Comply with the adjustment
instructions on page 44. Failure to
do so could result in diminished
personal safety.<
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Adjusting the BMW comfort seat*
This seat allows you to make additional
adjustments for
1 Lumbar support
2 Shoulder support
3 Head restraint height
Lumbar support:
You can adjust the backrest's contour
for additional support in the curvature
of your spine's lumbar region.
The upper hips and spinal column
receive supplementary support to help
you maintain a relaxed, upright seating
position.
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>Press the front or rear of the switch:
Increase or decrease curvature
>Press the upper or lower end of the
switch:
Increase the upper or lower curva-
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Power seat*Head restraints
Shoulder support:
Move the switch in the direction of the
arrow to adjust the tilt angle of the
shoulder support.
You can use the adjustable upper back-
rest for supplementary support in the
shoulder region. This provides a
relaxed seating position and helps
relieve stress on the shoulder muscles.
To obtain the optimal shoulder support
position, we recommend:
Driver and front passenger:
1. Adjust the upper backrest section to
its extreme rear position
2. Adjust for the optimal sitting position
as described on page 44
3. Bring the upper backrest section
further forward until your shoulders
are well supported.
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Front passenger's seat adjusted for
relaxed traveling:
1. Adjust the upper backrest section to
its extreme rear position
2. Tilt the backrest down to a slightly
more horizontal angle
3. Bring the upper backrest section
forward until your shoulders are well
supported.
Make corrections in the forward/
backward adjustment of the seat
to ensure that the safety belt still fits
firmly against your body. If you do not
do this, the protection provided by the
safety belt may be reduced.<
Head restraint height:
Move the switch in the desired direc-
tion.
Adjustments
To adjust the angle of the front head
restraints, tilt the head restraint to the
desired angle.
To adjust the height of the front or rear
head restraints, pull the head restraint
up or push it down.
Power height adjustment, refer to
page 46.
Adjust the head restraint so that
its center is approximately level
with your ears, otherwise the risk of
spinal injury in the event of an accident
will increase.<
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Removal – front
1. Pull the head restraint upward to the
stop
2. Press the button, refer to arrow, and
remove the head restraint.
Installation – front
1. Press the button, refer to arrow, and
insert the head restraint into the
guides
2. Adjust the head restraint for your
personal comfort.
Removal and installation – rear
To remove the head restraint, pull it
outward with a firm movement. To
install it, press it down firmly.
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You can make separate adjustments of
the backrest tilt angle on the right and
left sides.
You can select a comfortable seating
position and also increase the capacity
of the cargo area by moving the back-
rests into their most upright position.
From the rear seats: press the corre-
sponding switch.
You can prevent adjustments of
the power rear-seat backrest from
the rear passenger area with the safety
switch for the power windows, refer to
page 41.<
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From the cargo area: the switches are
located on both sides of the cargo area.
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Safety belts
Drive with your safety belt on
Even though there is an airbag, wear a
safety belt every time you get in the
vehicle, because airbags enhance
safety by providing added protection.
To lock
Make sure you hear the lock engage in
the belt buckle.
Please fasten safety belts
warning lamp
Lights up either for a few
seconds or until the belt is engaged.
To unlock
1. Press the red button in the buckle
2. Hold the belt
3. Guide the belt back into its reel.
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In the rear, the belt buckle with
the word CENTER is intended
exclusively for passengers sitting in the
middle.
If it is not possible to extract the center
belt, this indicates that the larger back-
rest is not securely locked, refer to
page 120.<
Safety belt height adjustment
You can adjust the safety belts to fit
your own physical dimensions by using
the safety belt height adjustment:
Slide the button up or down as
required.
Also observe the instructions on
adjusting the seats on page 44.
If the safety belt system has been
subjected to the stresses involved
in an accident or otherwise damaged:
Have the entire safety belt system
replaced by your BMW Sports Activity
Vehicle center. In addition, have your
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center
inspect the safety belt anchors. Other-
wise, the safety function can no longer
be ensured.c
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You can store and call up three different
seat, exterior mirror and steering wheel
positions. The illustration shows the
buttons on the seat for making these
position adjustments.
The adjustment of the lumbar
support is not stored in the
memory.<
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To store
1. Turn the ignition key to position 1 or 2
2. Adjust the desired positions for the
seat, exterior mirror and steering
wheel
3. Press the MEMORY button: the indi-
cator lamp in the button comes on
4. Press memory button 1, 2 or 3, as
desired: the indicator lamp goes out.
To call up a stored setting
Do not call up a position from the
memory while the vehicle is
moving. There is a risk of accident from
unexpected movement of the seat or
steering wheel.<
Convenience function:
1. Open the driver's door after
unlocking the vehicle or place the
ignition key in position 1
2. Briefly press memory button 1, 2
or 3, as desired.
Movement stops immediately when
one of the seat-adjustment or
memory buttons is activated during
the adjustment process.
Security function:
1. With the driver's door closed and the
ignition key either removed or in
position 0 or 2
2. Maintain pressure on the desired
memory button 1, 2 or 3 until the
adjustment process is completed.
If you press the MEMORY button
accidentally: press the button a
second time — the indicator lamp goes
out.<
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Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory*Seat heating*
Your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle
center can adjust your vehicle's
systems in such a manner that your
personalized settings are automatically
called up for the seat, mirror and
steering wheel positions when you
unlock the vehicle with your personal
remote control key.<
If
you make use of this adjustment
,
be sure that the footwell behind
the driver's seat is unobstructed before
unlocking the vehicle. If you fail to do
so, persons or objects could be injured
or damaged if the seat should move
backward.<
Passenger side exterior mirror tilt
function
Automatic curb monitor
1. Select the driver's mirror via the
switch
2. When the gearshift lever or the
selector lever is placed in Reverse,
the passenger-side mirror tilts down-
ward to help the driver monitor the
area directly adjacent to the vehicle
during parking – curbs, etc.
You can deactivate this automatic fea-
ture by setting the mirror selector
switch to the passenger side position.
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Front
The seat cushion and backrest can be
heated when the ignition key is in posi-
tion 2.
You can call up different heating modes
by repeatedly pressing the button.
You can also switch the higher heating
modes off directly:
Press the button and hold it slightly
longer.
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Rear
The function is the same as for front
seat heating. You can select between
two heating modes.
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Adjustment
The steering wheel can be moved in
any of four directions. Adjust the
steering wheel by moving the control
lever in the desired direction.
Do not adjust the steering wheel
while the vehicle is moving. If you
do so, there is a risk of accident from
unexpected movement.<
To store the steering wheel setting,
refer to Seat, mirror and steering wheel
memory on page 50.
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Automatic steering wheel
adjustment
only in conjunction with seat, mirror and
steering wheel memory
In order to make it easier to get into and
out of the vehicle, the steering wheel
automatically moves into the top posi-
tion and returns to the driving or
memory position.
This automatic feature is controlled by
the position of the ignition key and by
the driver's door.
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Steering wheel heating* Mirrors
Steering wheel heating functions in
ignition key position 2.
Press the button to activate or deacti-
vate this system.
The indicator lamp within the button
lights up when the steering wheel
heating is in operation.
If you have a steering wheel with multi-
function buttons without steering wheel
heating, the button for the recirculated-
air mode is in this location, refer to
page 23.
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Adjusting exterior mirrors
1 Mirror switch for 4-way adjustment
2 Left/right selector switch
3 Button for folding mirror in and out
By pressing button 3 repeatedly, you
can fold the mirror in and out. This is,
for example, advantageous in car
washes, narrow streets or for bringing a
mirror folded forward into the proper
position again.
Folding in is possible up to a
speed of approx. 6 mph/
10 km/h.<
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Before going through a car wash,
manually, or with button 3 fold the
exterior mirrors inward, otherwise they
could be damaged, depending on the
width of the car wash system.<
Adjusting manually
You can also adjust the mirrors manu-
ally:
Press on the outer edges of their
lenses.
To store the mirror settings, refer to
Seat, mirror and steering wheel
memory on page 50.
Convex mirror
The passenger-side mirror
features a convex lens. When esti-
mating the distance between yourself
and other traffic, bear in mind that the
objects reflected in the mirror are closer
than they appear. This means that esti-
mations of the distance to following
traffic should not be regarded as
precise.<
Self-defrosting mirrors
Both mirrors are defrosted automati-
cally when the ignition key is in
position 2.
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Interior rearview mirror
To reduce glare from vehicles behind
you when you are driving at night, tilt
the mirror by turning the button.
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Interior and exterior rearview
mirrors with automatic dimmer*
These mirrors automatically dim
through an infinitely-variable range.
They automatically revert to their
undimmed mode whenever the trans-
mission is placed in reverse gear or
selector lever in Reverse.
There are two photocells located in the
interior rearview mirror for this purpose.
One photocell is in the mirror glass,
refer to arrow, while the other is offset
somewhat on the back of the mirror.
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For trouble-free operation, keep the
photocells clean and do not cover the
area between the interior rearview
mirror and the windshield. Do not
attach any kind of stickers on the wind-
shield in front of the mirror, either.
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Airbags
1 Front airbag for driver and front
passenger
2 Side Impact Head Protection System
for front and rear
3 Side airbags for front and rear*
Protective effect
The front airbags supplement the safety
belts by helping to provide additional
protection for the front-seat occupants
in the event of a severe frontal impact in
which the protection afforded by the
safety belts alone may no longer be suf-
ficient. The Side Impact Head Protection
System and the side airbags help pro-
vide protection in the event of a side
impact. Each of the side airbags is
designed to help support the upper
body.
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The side airbags in the rear
passenger area* of your vehicle
may already have been deactivated
either at the time of manufacture or by a
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center.
You may have them activated if you
desire to do so. Please contact your
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center for
additional information.<
For information on the correct seating
position, refer to page 44.
The airbags will not be triggered in
the event of a minor accident, a
vehicle roll-over, or collisions from the
rear.<
Do not apply adhesive materials to
the cover panels of the airbags,
cover them or modify them in any other
way. Do not attempt to remove the
airbag restraint system from the
vehicle. In the event of a malfunction,
deactivation, or triggered actuation – as
a response to an accident – of the
airbag restraint system, consult your
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center for
testing, repairs or service operations.
Do not modify or tamper with either the
wiring or the individual components in
the airbag system. These include the
padded steering wheel hub, the instru-
ment panel, the side trim panels of the
front or rear doors and the roof pillars or
the sides of the headliner. Do not
remove or dismantle the steering wheel
yourself. To ensure compliance with
official safety regulations, entrust
disposal of airbag generators to a
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center.
Unprofessional attempts to service the
system could lead to failure in an emer-
gency or undesired airbag activation,
either of which could result in personal
injury. Do not touch the individual
components directly after the system
has been triggered, as otherwise there
is a danger of burns.<
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At all times, occupants should sit
upright and be properly restrained
– infants and small children in appro-
priate child-restraint systems; larger
children and adults using the safety
belts.
Never let an occupant's head rest near
or on a side airbag because the inflating
airbag could cause a serious or fatal
injury. Please note that the word Airbag
imprinted on the door trim panel indi-
cates the airbag's location.
Accident research shows that the
safest place for children in an auto-
mobile is in the rear seat. However, a
child sitting in the rear seat and not
properly restrained may place his or her
head on or near the airbag, if so
equipped.
For example, a child — even though
belted — may fall asleep with his or her
head against the side airbag. It may be
difficult for a driver to ensure that chil-
dren in the rear seat will remain prop-
erly positioned at all times and do not
place their heads on or near the side
airbag. Therefore, we recommend that
the rear side airbags, if provided, be
deactivated if you plan to transport
children in the rear seat.
The rear seat side airbags may already
have been deactivated, either at the
time of manufacture or by a BMW
Sports Activity Vehicle center. Labels in
the rear door opening should indicate
the status of your rear seat side
airbags. If you are uncertain of their
status, or wish to have the airbags acti-
vated or deactivated, please contact
your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle
center.<
Even when all these guidelines are
observed, there is still a small residual
risk of injuries to the face, hands and
arms occurring from airbag deployment
in isolated instances. The ignition and
inflation noise may provoke a mild
temporary hearing loss in extremely
sensitive individuals.
Airbag warning information is also pro-
vided on both sun visors.
This is the right way a child should sit in
a child-restraint device when rear side
airbags, refer to arrow, are provided.
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Airbags
This is the right way a larger child
should sit wearing the safety belt when
rear side airbags, refer to arrow, are
provided.
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Indicator lamp
The indicator lamp in the instru-
ment cluster shows the opera-
tional status of the airbag
system from ignition key position 1
and up.
System operational:
>The indicator lamp comes on briefly
then goes out.
System malfunction:
>The indicator lamp fails to come on
>The indicator lamp comes on briefly
before going out and then lighting up
again.
If there is a system malfunction, have
your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle
center inspect the system immediately.
If you do not, there is a risk that the air-
bags will not be triggered within their
normal response range, even if the level
of impact would normally have trig-
gered them.
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Commercially-available child-restraint
systems are designed to be secured
with a lap belt or with the lap belt
portion of a combination lap/shoulder
belt. Improperly or inadequately
installed restraint systems can increase
the risk of injury to children. Always
read and follow the instructions that
come with the system.
Child-restraint system with tether
strap
If you use a child-restraint system with
a tether strap, three additional tether
anchorage points have been provided –
refer to the arrows in the illustration.
Depending on the location selected for
seating in the rear passenger area,
attach the tether strap to the corre-
sponding anchorage point to secure the
child-restraint system, as shown in the
illustration below.
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Each seating position is fitted with a
head restraint.
Outer seating positions:
Lift the head restraint and pass the
tether strap between the head restraint
and the seat back. It is recommended
to readjust the head restraint into the
lowest possible position.
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Transporting children safely
Center seating position:
The head restraint must be adjusted
into the lowest possible position. Pass
the tether strap over the head restraint.
Adjust the tether strap according to the
child restraint manufacturer's instruc-
tions.
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Before installing any child-
restraint device or child seat,
please read the following:
Never install a rearward-facing child-
restraint system in the front passenger
seat of this vehicle.
Your vehicle is equipped with an airbag
supplemental restraint system for the
front passenger. Because the backrest
on any rearward-facing child-restraint
system, of the kind designed for infants
under 1 year and 20 Ibs/9 kg, would be
within the airbag's deployment range,
you should never mount such a device
in the front passenger seat, since the
impact of the airbag against the child
restraint's backrest could lead to
serious or fatal injuries.
If it is necessary for a child, not an
infant, to ride in the front seat, certain
precautions should be taken. First,
move the passenger seat as far away
from the instrument panel as possible.
This important precaution is intended to
maximize the distance between the
airbag and the child. Older children
should be tightly secured with a safety
belt, after they have outgrown a booster
seat that is appropriate for their age,
height and weight.
Younger children should be secured in
an appropriate forward-facing child-
restraint system that has first been
properly secured with a safety belt.
Never install a rearward-facing child-
restraint system in the front passenger
seat.
We strongly urge you to carefully read
and comply with the instructions for
installation and use provided by the
child restraint's manufacturer when-
ever you use such a device.
Be sure that all occupants, of all ages,
remain properly and securely restrained
at all times.<
All rear seating positions in your
vehicle meet the recommendations of
SAE J1819, an industry-recommended
practice for securing child-restraint sys-
tems in motor vehicles.
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Child-restraint system security
All of the rear belt retractors and the
front passenger's safety belt can be
locked for mounting and securing child-
restraint systems. Information regarding
this is located near the buckle latch of
each safety belt.
Lock the safety belt
Pull the entire length of the belt from
the belt retractor. Allow the reel to
retract the belt somewhat and engage
the buckle, then tighten the belt against
the child-restraint system. The retrac-
tion mechanism is now locked.
Release the safety belt
Release the buckle, remove the child-
restraint device and allow the belt
retractor to reel the belt completely in.
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LATCH child-restraint system
LATCH: Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren
The rear outer seating positions are
provided with anchorage points for a
LATCH child-restraint system. The
illustration shows the anchorage points
in the left rear seat as an example.
Canadian models only:
The anchorage points for the LATCH
child-restraint system are indicated by
buttons, refer to illustration.
Remove cover panel by pulling it off
toward the front.
Simply put it back on to reattach it.
To install a LATCH child-restraint
system, please follow the manu-
facturer's operating instructions and
safety precautions.<
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Child-safety locks
Slide the safety lever on the rear doors
downward:
The door can now be opened from the
outside only.
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Vehicle Memory, Key Memory
How the system functions
You have probably frequently wished
that you could configure individual
functions of your vehicle to reflect your
own personal requirements. In engi-
neering your vehicle, BMW has
included several user-defined func-
tions in the vehicle's design. Your
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center can
make these settings for you.
There are settings related to the vehicle
– Vehicle Memory – and settings related
to individuals – Key Memory. You can
configure up to four different basic
positions for four different persons. The
only requirement is that each person
uses his or her own remote control key.
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When your vehicle is unlocked with the
remote control, the vehicle recognizes
the individual user by means of a data
exchange with the key, and makes
adjustments accordingly.
In order for you to distinguish between
the remote control master keys, colored
decals are supplied together with the
keys.
What the system can do
Your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle
center can provide you with details on
the capabilities of the Vehicle Memory
and Key Memory systems. A few exam-
ples follow below:
Examples for Vehicle Memory:
>Various signals that can serve as
acknowledgment for locking and
unlocking the vehicle, refer to
pages 31, 34
>Deactivating/activating the Follow me
home lamps function, refer to
page 99.
Examples for Key Memory:
>Automatic adjustment of the driver's
seat, outside mirror and steering
wheel with settings stored in the
memory for the individual driver when
the vehicle is unlocked, refer to
page 51
>Calling up customized settings for the
automatic climate control when
unlocking the vehicle, refer to
page 107.
You will see this symbol through-
out the Owner's Manual. It is to
remind you at appropriate places of the
settings that are available to you.<
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Ignition key positions
0 Steering lock engaged
1 Steering lock disengaged
2 Ignition on
3 Starting the engine
Steering lock engaged
The key can only be inserted or
removed in this position.
After removing the key, turn the
steering wheel slightly to the left or right
until you hear the lock engage.
Once the ignition has been switched off
– ignition key in position 0 or removed –
the radio functions are still available for
approx. 20 minutes. Turn the radio back
on to use it.
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An acoustic warning is sounded when
you fail to remove the ignition key after
opening the driver's door.
Vehicles with automatic trans-
mission:
Do not move the selector lever from the
Park position until the engine is running
– ignition key in position 2.
In order to turn the key to position 0 or
to remove it, first move the selector
lever to the Park position – Interlock.<
Steering lock disengaged
You will find that it is often easier to turn
the ignition key from position 0 to posi-
tion 1 when you move the steering
wheel slightly to help disengage the
lock.
Individual electrical devices are ready
for operation.
Starting the engine
Vehicles with manual transmis-
sion: depress the clutch when
starting the engine. If you do not, a lock
prevents the engine from starting.<
Before starting
>Engage the parking brake
>Be sure that the gearshift lever is in
Neutral or the selector lever in Park if
the vehicle is equipped with an auto-
matic transmission
>Depress the clutch pedal.
Do not allow the engine to run in
enclosed spaces. Breathing the
exhaust gases poses an extreme health
risk, and can lead to unconsciousness
and death. The exhaust gases contain
carbon monoxide, an odorless and col-
orless, but highly toxic gas.
Do not leave the vehicle unattended
with the engine running, since an unat-
tended vehicle with a running engine
represents a safety hazard.<
When driving, standing at idle,
and parking the vehicle, take care
to avoid contact between the hot
exhaust system and flammable mate-
rials, e.g. grass, hay, leaves, etc. Such
contact could lead to a fire, resulting in
serious personal injury and property
damage.<
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Starting the engine Switching off the engine
Do not press the accelerator pedal
while starting the engine.
BMW X5 3.0i:
Do not actuate the starter for too
short a time. Do not turn it for more
than approx. 20 seconds. Release the
ignition key immediately as soon as the
engine starts.
BMW X5 4.4i, 4.6is:
Your BMW is equipped with the conve-
nience starting feature. Simply turn the
ignition key to position 3 – starter – and
then release it immediately.
The starter actuation continues to
operate automatically for a certain
period of time and is stopped automati-
cally as soon as the engine has started.
The automatic starting mode will not
operate if the battery voltage is low.
The engine can be started by means of
jump-starting, refer to page 162.<
Do not allow the engine to warm up
by leaving it running while the vehicle
remains stationary. Instead, begin to
drive immediately at a moderate engine
speed.
Should the engine fail to start on the
first attempt, if it is very hot or cold, for
instance:
>Press the accelerator pedal halfway
down while engaging the starter.
Cold starts at altitudes above 3,300 ft/
1,000 meters and at very low tempera-
tures, from approx. +5 7/–15 6:
>For the initial start attempt, allow the
starter to remain engaged somewhat
longer, approx. 10 seconds.
Engine idle speed is controlled by the
engine computer system. Increased
speeds at start-up are normal and
should decrease as the engine warms
up. If engine speed does not decrease,
service is required.
To prevent the battery from discharging,
always switch off electrical devices that
are not in use. Switch the ignition off
when the vehicle is not being driven.
Extended starting attempts, char-
acterized by excessively frequent
or long periods with the starter
engaged, can lead to damage of the
catalytic converter.<
Turn the ignition key to position 1 or 0.
Do not remove the ignition key
while the vehicle is still moving. If
you do so, the steering will lock.
Always remove the ignition key and
engage the steering lock before leaving
the vehicle.
Vehicles with manual transmission:
Always engage the parking brake when
parking on slopes and inclined sur-
faces. Even placing the gearshift lever
in 1st gear or reverse may not provide
adequate resistance to rolling.
Vehicles with automatic transmission:
Place the selector lever in Park.<
Vehicles with automatic transmission:
The vehicle must be stationary and the
selector lever in Park before you can
remove the ignition key.
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The parking brake is primarily designed
to prevent the vehicle from rolling while
parked. It operates against the rear
wheels.
To engage
The lever engages automatically when
you pull it up and the indicator lamp
comes on in the instrument cluster in
ignition key position 2, refer to
pages 19 and 20.
To release
Pull up slightly on the lever, press the
button and lower the lever.
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If, in exceptional circumstances, it
should be necessary to engage
the parking brake while the vehicle is in
motion, do not pull it with excessive
pressure. Keep your thumb pressed
against the release button while care-
fully pulling up the lever to apply mod-
erate pressure.
Excessive pressure can lead to over-
braking and loss of traction – fishtailing
– at the rear axle.
The brake lamps do not come on when
the parking brake is engaged.
Vehicles with manual transmission:
Always engage the parking brake when
parking on slopes and inclined sur-
faces. Even placing the gearshift lever
in 1st gear or reverse may not provide
adequate resistance to rolling.
Vehicles with automatic transmission:
Place the selector lever in Park.<
To avoid corrosion, apply the parking
brake lightly from time to time when
coasting to a standstill at a traffic
signal, for instance, provided that it is
safe to do so.
Press the clutch pedal all the way down
each time you shift, pressing the gear-
shift lever into its proper end position.
Depress the clutch when starting the
vehicle, too, otherwise, the interlock
will prevent the engine from starting if
the clutch is not depressed.
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Manual transmission Automatic transmission with Steptronic*
Reverse
Select Reverse only when the vehicle is
completely stopped. Press the gearshift
lever to the left to overcome the resis-
tance.
As you do this, the backup lamps will
turn on automatically when the ignition
key is in position 2.
Do not hold the vehicle in place on
slopes by slipping or riding the
clutch. Use the parking brake instead,
since a slipping clutch increases clutch
wear.< You can drive as with a normal auto-
matic transmission. In addition, you can
also shift manually.
When you move the selector lever from
the D position to the left into the M/S
range, the performance-oriented shift
programs of the automatic transmission
are engaged. As soon as you tap the
selector lever in the + or – direction,
Steptronic changes the gear. The
manual mode is engaged. When you
wish to use the automatic transmission
mode again, move the selector lever to
the right into the D position.
Under normal operating conditions, fuel
consumption is lowest when driving in
position D.
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Selector lever positions
P R N D M/S
The transmission range display varies
according to the equipment of your
vehicle, refer to the illustrations.
Starting the engine
The engine can only be started in
selector lever positions Park or Neutral.
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Range selection
A detent prevents inadvertent shifts to
the Reverse or Park selector lever posi-
tions. To disengage the detent, press
the button on the front side of the
selector lever knob, refer to arrow.
While the vehicle is stationary and
before shifting out of Park or Neu-
tral, depress the footbrake in order to
disengage the selector lever's lock
mechanism – Shiftlock.
Hold the footbrake down until starting
off. The vehicle will otherwise creep
when a drive position is engaged.<
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If you leave the vehicle with the
engine running, move the selector
lever to the Park position and engage
the parking brake. If you fail to do this,
the vehicle could move.
Do not leave the vehicle unattended
with the engine running, since an unat-
tended vehicle with a running engine
represents a safety hazard.<
P Park
Select only when the vehicle is sta-
tionary. The transmission locks to pre-
vent the rear wheels from turning.
R Reverse
Select only when the vehicle is sta-
tionary.
N Neutral – Idle
Select only if your journey is interrupted
for a longer period.
D Drive – Automatic shift
program
This position is designed for driving
under all normal operating conditions.
All forward gears are available.
Kickdown
In the kickdown mode, you achieve
maximum acceleration and in posi-
tion D top speed.
Depress the accelerator pedal past the
increased resistance point at the full-
throttle position.
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Automatic transmission with Steptronic*
M/S Manual mode and
Sport Program
When you change from D to M/S, the
Sport Program is activated. This is indi-
cated by D S in the transmission range
display. The Sport Program is designed
for performance-oriented driving.
With the first brief touch, the automatic
transmission shifts from the Sport Pro-
gram to the manual mode.
Whenever you tap the selector lever in
the + direction, the transmission shifts
up, and when you tap it in the – direc-
tion, the transmission will shift down.
Depending on the equipment version,
1 to 5 or M1 to M5 is indicated in the
transmission range display.
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Upshifts or downshifts will only be
carried out at appropriate engine
speeds and road speeds. If the engine
speed is too high, for instance, the
downshift will not be executed. The
gear selected will appear briefly in the
instrument cluster followed by the
current gear.
If you are driving in the manual
mode and wish to accelerate rap-
idly – to pass another vehicle, for
example – shift down manually or with
the kickdown function.<
You can only change from M/S to
selector lever positions P, R and N via
the D position.
Electronic transmission control
module
If the indicator lamp comes on
or the message – TRANS.FAIL-
SAFE PROG – appears in the
Check Control, there is a fault in the
transmission system.
Bring the vehicle to a stop. Move the
transmission selector lever to P. Set the
parking brake and switch the engine
off, ignition key to position 0.
Wait a few seconds, then start the
engine.
If the indicator lamp goes out after a
few seconds, normal transmission per-
formance has been restored. You may
continue to drive as usual. If the indi-
cator lamp does not go out, you can
place the selector lever in all positions.
However, the vehicle will now only drive
forward with limited gear selection.
If this happens, avoid extreme engine
loads and consult the nearest
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center.
Do not work in the engine com-
partment when a drive gear is
engaged. If you do this, the vehicle
could move.<
Information on jump-starting, tow-
starting and towing begins on page 162.
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Indicator/Headlamp flasher
Washer/Wiper system/Rain sensor*
1High beams – blue indicator
2 Headlamp flasher – blue indicator
3 Turn signal indicators – green
indicator accompanied by periodic
clicking sound from the relay
To signal briefly
Press the lever up to but not beyond
the pressure point. It then returns to the
center position when released.
If the indicator lamp and the
clicking from the relay are both
faster than normal, one of the turn
signal indicators has failed.<
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0Wipers retracted
1 Intermittent mode or rain sensor
2 Normal wipe
3 Fast wipe
4 Brief wipe
5 Clean the windshield
6 Special wash program*
7 Rotary dial for control of the wipe
interval or the sensitivity of the rain
sensor
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Wipers retracted – home position
The left wiper is partially concealed by
the hood. In order to bring the wipers to
roughly a vertical position – this is
important for changing the wiper blades
or to fold the wipers out during frosty
weather, for example:
>With the lever in position 1, switch off
the ignition as soon as the wipers
come to a stop.
If equipped with a rain sensor:
1. Switch on the wipers with the lever in
position 1, 2 or 4
2. When the wipers are approx. vertical,
switch the ignition off.
For changing the wiper blades, refer to
page 150.
Fold the wipers back down onto
the windshield before you turn the
ignition key to position 1 or 2 again. If
you do not, they could be damaged.<
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Washer/Wiper system/Rain sensor*
Intermittent mode
Not on vehicles with rain sensor.
You can set the wipe interval to four
stages with rotary dial 7.
In addition, the wipe interval is varied
automatically depending on road
speed.
Rain sensor
The rain sensor is positioned on the
windshield, directly in front of the inte-
rior rearview mirror.
To activate the rain sensor:
Move the lever to position 1 with the
ignition key in position 1 or higher. The
wipers travel once across the wind-
shield, regardless of the weather
conditions.
You can leave the lever permanently in
position 1. It is then only necessary to
activate the rain sensor from ignition
key position 1 and up.
To do this, turn rotary dial 7 briefly.
To adjust the sensitivity of the rain
sensor:
Turn rotary dial 7.
Deactivating the rain sensor:
Move lever to position 0.
Switch the rain sensor off in auto-
matic car washes. If you do not,
damage may occur if the wipers switch
on unintentionally.<
Normal wipe
The system switches automatically to
intermittent mode when the vehicle is
not moving, not on vehicles with rain
sensor.
Fast wipe
The wipers operate at normal speed
when the vehicle is not moving, not on
vehicles with rain sensor.
Clean the windshield
The system sprays washer fluid against
the windshield and activates the wipers
for a brief period.
Special wash program*
As at 5; there are also several additional
wash cycles, and the headlamps are
cleaned*.
This program is recommended after you
have driven on extremely dirty roads.
Clean the headlamps*
>With the special wash program 6
>With every actuation of clean the
windshield 5 when the vehicle's
lighting is switched on, the head-
lamps will be cleaned at appropriate
intervals.
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Do not use the washers if there is
any danger that the fluid will
freeze on the windshield. If you do so,
your vision could be obscured. For this
reason, use an antifreeze agent, refer to
page 141.
Do not use the washers when the reser-
voir is empty. This could cause damage
to the washer pump.<
Windshield washer jets
The windshield washer jets are warmed
automatically when the ignition key is in
position 2. Rear window wiper
0 Retracted position of the rear window
wiper
1 Rear window wiper in intermittent
mode. When reverse gear is
engaged, continuous operation is
switched on automatically
2 Clean the rear window
You can also program the interval:
>Switch briefly from position 0 to posi-
tion 1
>The time until reactivation – from
position 0 to 1 – is the programmed
interval, max. 30 seconds.
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Programming is deleted:
>Approx. 10 seconds after the lever is
placed in position 0 or
>after the engine is switched off.
For changing the wiper blade, refer to
page 150.
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Cruise control*
You can automatically maintain and
store any desired vehicle speed above
approx. 20 mph/30 km/h.
You can use cruise control whenever
the system is active while the engine is
running.
To activate the system
From ignition key position 2:
Press button; the indicator lamp in the
instrument cluster comes on, refer to
page 22. You can now use the cruise
control.
Do not use cruise control on
twisting roads, when high traffic
density prevents driving at a constant
speed, when the road surface is slick –
snow, rain, ice – or when the road sur-
face is loose – rocks, gravel or sand.<
To deactivate the system
Press the button repeatedly until the
indicator lamp in the instrument cluster
goes out.
The cruise control is also deactivated
when the ignition key is turned into
position 0.
The speed stored in the memory is
deleted.
To maintain and store speed or
to accelerate
Press button + briefly:
The system maintains and stores the
current vehicle speed. Every time you
briefly touch the button, the speed
increases by approx. 0.6 mph/1 km/h.
Press and hold button + :
The vehicle accelerates without pres-
sure on the accelerator pedal. When
you release the button, the system
maintains and stores the current speed.
If, on a downhill gradient, the
engine's braking effect is not suffi-
cient, the controlled speed can be
exceeded. Speed can drop on uphill
grades if the engine output is insuffi-
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To decelerate
Press button – briefly:
When cruise control is active, every
brief touch of the button reduces the
speed by approx. 0.6 mph/1 km/h.
Press and hold button –:
With the cruise control active, the
system automatically reduces the
throttle opening to slow the vehicle.
When you release the button, the
system maintains and stores the cur-
rent speed.
To interrupt the cruise control
When the system is activated, press
button 1. The indicator lamp stays on.
You can use the cruise control again
whenever required by calling up the
speed that was stored last.
In addition, the system is automatically
interrupted in response to the following
conditions:
>When you apply pressure to the
brake pedal
>When you apply pressure to the
clutch pedal or when you move the
automatic transmission selector lever
from Drive to Neutral
>If you exceed or fall below the con-
trolled speed for an extended period,
by depressing the accelerator, for
example.
To recall the stored setting
Press button:
The vehicle accelerates to and main-
tains the last speed stored.
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1 Odometer
2 Trip odometer
3 Outside temperature display
Odometer
You can activate the displays shown in
the illustration with the ignition key in
position 0 by pressing the button in the
instrument cluster, refer to arrow.
The range of available displays varies
according to your individual vehicle's
equipment.
Trip odometer
To reset the trip odometer to zero,
press the button, refer to arrow, with
the ignition key in position 1 or 2.
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Outside temperature display
The outside temperature appears in the
display from ignition key position 1 and
higher.
You can change the units of measure-
ment – 6/7 – by
1. pressing and holding down the
button, refer to arrow, with the igni-
tion key in position 1
2. and then turning the ignition key to 0.
At the same time the units of mea-
surement in the temperature display
of the automatic climate control will
be changed, refer to page 105.
Refer also to page 80.
Ice warning
If the outside temperature drops to
approx. +37.5 7/+3 6, a signal
sounds as a warning and the display
flashes for a brief period.
The ice warning does not alter the
fact that surface ice can form at
temperatures above +37.5 7/+3 6,
on bridges or shaded road surfaces, for
instance.<
Odometer, outside temperature display
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BMW X5 3.0i, 4.4i
Do not operate the engine with the
needle in the red overspeed zone of the
gauge, refer to arrow.
To protect the engine, the engine man-
agement system automatically inter-
rupts the fuel supply in this range.
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BMW X5 4.6is
The orange pre-warning zone displays
current permissible engine speeds,
depending on the engine temperature.
As the engine temperature increases,
some of the sectors for this pre-warning
zone will go out one after the other.
Avoid engine speeds in the pre-warning
zone if possible.
Do not operate the engine with the
needle in the red overspeed zone of the
gauge, refer to arrow.
To protect the engine, the engine man-
agement system automatically inter-
rupts the fuel supply in this range.
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BMW X5 3.0i, 4.4i
Indicates the current fuel consumption
in mpg, on Canadian vehicles in liters/
100 km. This allows you to see whether
your current driving style is conducive
to fuel economy with minimum exhaust
emissions.
When the vehicle is stationary, the
display goes to Maximum – zero on
Canadian models.
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Temperature gauge Fuel gauge
BMW X5 4.6is
The general operating temperature is
between 176 7/80 6 and 248 7/
120 6. Do not exceed the maximum
temperature of 302 7/150 6.
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If the indicator lamp comes on and
stays on, there are approx.
>2.0 gal./8 liters – 6-cylinder engine
>2.5 gal./10 liters – 8-cylinder engine
of fuel still in the tank.
Tank capacity: approx. 24.6 gal./
approx. 93 liters.
Certain operating conditions where the
tilt of the vehicle varies, such as those
encountered in mountainous areas,
may cause the needle to fluctuate
slightly.
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pletely empty, as otherwise
engine functions are not ensured and
damage can occur.<
When you switch on the ignition, the
indicator lamp comes on briefly to con-
firm that the system is operational.
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Blue
The engine is still cold. Drive at mod-
erate engine and vehicle speeds.
Red
When you switch on the ignition, the
warning lamp comes on briefly to con-
firm that the system is operational.
If the warning lamp comes on while
driving or the message – COOLANT
TEMPERATURE – appears in the Check
Control: the engine is overheated.
Switch off the engine immediately and
allow it to cool down.
Checking coolant level, refer to
page 143.
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Between the blue and red zones
Normal operating range. It is not
unusual for the needle to rise as far as
the edge of the red zone.
The range of available displays varies
according to your individual vehicle's
equipment.
Green lamps
The number of illuminated lamps
decreases as the time for your next
maintenance visit approaches.
Yellow lamp
This field appears together with
OILSERVICE or INSPECTION.
Maintenance is due. Please contact
your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle
center for an appointment.
Red lamp
The maintenance deadline has been
passed.
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Check Control
Graphic display*
The following alerts or status messages
are displayed with icons from ignition
key position 2 and up until the defects
are corrected:
1 Check low beams
2 Add washer fluid (goes out after
approx. 1 minute)
3 Door open
4 Tailgate open
5 Check brake and tail lamps. A defec-
tive center brake lamp is indicated by
the upper symbol.
When you open the door after stopping,
a warning signal sounds without a
visual indicator for:
>LIGHTS ON
>KEY IN IGNITION LOCK.
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Alphanumeric display*
Text messages are used to alert the
driver to system malfunctions when the
ignition key is turned to position 2. The
alert is accompanied by an acoustic
signal.
1 Status messages symbol
2 Display
3 CHECK button
Messages concerning system faults are
differentiated based on two priorities:
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Priority 1
These defects are immediately indi-
cated by an acoustic signal and a
flashing warning symbol 1. Simulta-
neous defects will be displayed con-
secutively. These status messages
remain in the display until the defects
are corrected. They cannot be deleted
by pressing the CHECK button 3:
>RELEASE PARKINGBRAKE
>COOLANT TEMPERATURE
The coolant is overheated. Stop the
vehicle immediately and switch off
the engine, refer to pages 76 and 143
>STOP!ENGINE OILPRESS
The oil pressure is too low. Stop the
vehicle immediately and switch off
the engine, refer to pages 19 and 141
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>CHECK BRAKE FLUID
Indicates that brake fluid is down to
approximately the minimum level.
Top off the brake fluid at the next
opportunity, refer to page 144. Have
the cause of the brake fluid loss diag-
nosed and corrected by your BMW
Sports Activity Vehicle center
>TIRE LOW/FLAT*
Reduce vehicle speed immediately
and stop the vehicle. Avoid hard
brake applications. Do not oversteer,
refer to page 98
>SELFLEVEL SUSP.INACT*
Please consult the nearest
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center
>SELFLEVEL SUSP.INACT*
max. 35 mph/max. 60 km/h*
These displays appear consecutively.
Do not exceed a maximum speed of
35 mph/60 km/h.
Please consult the nearest BMW
Sports Activity Vehicle center
>LIMIT*
You will see this message if the pro-
grammed speed limit has been
exceeded, refer to page 85.
Priority 2
These displays appear for 20 seconds
when the ignition key is turned to posi-
tion 2. The warning symbols remain
after the message disappears. You can
call up the messages again for display
by pressing the CHECK button.
>TRUNKLID OPEN
This message appears only at the
start of a trip
>DOOR OPEN
This message appears after a min-
imal defined road speed has been
exceeded
>FASTEN SEAT BELTS*
In addition to this message, an indi-
cator lamp with the safety belt icon
appears and an acoustical signal is
sounded
>WASHER FLUID LOW
The fluid level is too low; top off at
the next opportunity, refer to
page 141
>CHECK ENGINE OIL LEV
The oil level is at the absolute min-
imum; refill as soon as possible, refer
to page 141. Do not drive more than
approx. 30 miles/50 km until you add
oil
>CHECK FILLER CAP
Check to see whether the fuel filler
cap has been closed properly, refer
to page 25
>OUTSIDE TEMP. +23 7/–5 6
This display is only an example. The
current temperature is displayed at
outside temperatures of +37.5 7/
+3 6 and below, refer also to
page 73
>TIRE PRESSURE SET*
The RDC has imported the current
inflation pressure in the tires as the
target values which the system will
monitor, refer to page 97
>CHECK TIRE PRESSURE*
Check and correct the tire inflation
pressure to specifications at the ear-
liest opportunity, e.g. next stop to
refuel, refer to page 97
>TIRECONTROL INACTIVE*
A temporary interference of the RDC
or a system fault, refer to page 98
>CHECK BRAKE LIGHTS
A lamp has failed or the electrical
circuit has a fault, refer to page 153
or consult a BMW Sports Activity
Vehicle center
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>CHECK LOWBEAM LIGHTS
CHECK SIDE LIGHTS
CHECK REAR LIGHTS
CHECK FRONT FOGLAMPS
CHECK LICPLATE LIGHT
CHECK HIGHBEAM LIGHT
CHECK BACK UP LIGHTS
Defective bulb or circuit, refer to
page 151 or consult a BMW Sports
Activity Vehicle center
>TRANS. FAILSAFE PROG*
Please consult the nearest
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center,
refer to page 67
>CHECK BRAKE LININGS
Have the brake pads inspected by
your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle
center, refer to page 133
>CHECK COOLANT LEVEL
Coolant too low, top off at the next
opportunity, refer to page 143
>ENGINE FAILSAFE PROG
There is a fault in the engine's elec-
tronic control system.
You can continue to drive with
reduced engine output or engine
speed.
Have the system checked by your
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center.
Displays after completion of trip
All of the malfunctions registered during
the trip appear consecutively when the
ignition key is turned to position 0.
The following displays will appear when
appropriate:
>LIGHTS ON
>KEY IN IGNITION LOCK
>CHECK ENGINE OIL LEV
Add engine oil at the next opportu-
nity, e.g. next stop to refuel, refer to
page 141.
This display appears when you open
the driver's door after parking the
vehicle. A supplementary acoustic
signal is also heard.
Status messages remain available for a
period of approx. three minutes after
the display goes out and the key is
removed from the ignition lock. Press
the CHECK button 3. If there were mul-
tiple messages, press the CHECK
button repeatedly to view them all in
sequence.
To check the Check Control
Press the CHECK button 3 with the
ignition key in position 2:
CHECK CONTROL OK appears in the
display.
No malfunctions are present in the
monitored systems.
Computer
You can find a description of the com-
puter on pages 80 and 85 as well as in
the Owner's Manual for the Onboard
Computer.
You can have the Check Control
and computer messages dis-
played in a different language.<
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Mode selection
From ignition key position 1 and up,
you can call up information from the
computer using the button in the turn
signal lever. By pressing the button
briefly in the direction of the steering
column, you can call up a new function
for display.
The displays appear in the following
order: outside temperature, average
fuel consumption, cruising range,
average speed.
Starting with ignition key position 1,
the last active setting is displayed.
The range of available displays varies
according to your individual vehicle's
equipment.
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Outside temperature and average
fuel consumption
You can change the units of measure-
ment – 6/7 – for the outside tempera-
ture display by
1. pressing and holding the trip odo-
meter reset button with the ignition
key in position 1
2. and then turning the ignition key to 0.
At the same time the units of mea-
surement in the temperature display
of the automatic climate control will
be changed, refer to page 105.
Refer also to page 73.
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Cruising range and average speed
The computer bases its calculations
of the cruising range on the previous
driving style and conditions.
The computer ignores any time spent
with the vehicle stationary and the
engine switched off in its average
speed calculations.
To cancel the display
If the button in the turn signal lever is
pressed briefly while the average speed
is displayed, the computer display can
be masked out.
To restart calculations
If you continue to press the button in
the turn signal lever, the average values
which were just displayed for fuel con-
sumption and speed will be recalcu-
lated from that point. The engine must
be running for this calculation.
Computer with alphanumeric
display*
If your vehicle has Check Control with
alphanumeric display, the system's
computer is described beginning on
page 85 and in the Owner's Manual for
the Onboard Computer.
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Multi-Information Display MID
Central display
The MID serves as the central display
and operation for the following onboard
systems:
>Digital clock, e.g. time display, date
>Audio systems – radio, cassette, CD
>Computer, e.g. fuel consumption,
cruising range
>Cellular phone, e.g. dialing.
You will find explanations and notes
for operating the digital clock and the
computer on the following pages.
Please refer to the separate Owner's
Manuals for operating the audio sys-
tems, the cellular phone and the
onboard computer.
Any unrealistic numerical entries
will not be accepted.
All stored data will be lost if the power
supply is interrupted. Time display,
switch-on times for independent
heating and ventilation, distance and
cruise control speed limit may have to
be reset once the power supply has
been re-established.<
1 Function button for audio systems
2 Function button for the cellular phone
3 Indicator lamp for independent venti-
lation
>remains on if switch-on time is
active
>flashes while operating
4 Function button for the digital clock
and computer
5 Indicator display for the various
onboard systems
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tons. Depending on the operating
mode, the functions and alternatives
that can be selected at the buttons
are displayed here
7 Entry and query buttons for operating
the various onboard systems
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Only make entries when the
vehicle is stationary – to avoid
endangering yourself or other road
users.<
To call up time or date
Press the left side of the button.
Display shows:
You can have the time displayed in
12 or 24 hours.
To change the display:
Press the left side of the button.
If the 12-hour time display is in use, AM
or PM appears after the time.
To change the time
Press the left side of the button.
Press the right side of the button:
The dots flash in the display.
To change the setting:
Press on the left or right, or hold the
button down.
To store the entry:
Press the right side of the button.
To change the date
Press the left side of the button.
Press.
Press the right side of the button:
The dots and the DATE display flash.
To change the setting:
Press on left or right, or hold the button
down.
To store the entry:
Press the right side of the button.
The clock takes leap years into account
and therefore does not have to be reset
manually.
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Reminder signal
You can program a reminder signal –
Memo – to be heard every hour, so that
you are sure not to miss a news
broadcast.
Press the left side of the button.
Press:
MEMO OFF appears in the display for
entry and query buttons, and the tone
symbol will appear in the upper right of
the display.
A signal is then heard 15 seconds
before each hour.
Stopwatch
Press the left side of the button.
Press.
Display shows:
To start the stopwatch function:
Press the right side of the button.
To take an intermediate time reading:
Press.
Press.
The stopwatch display can be seen
counting up; the stopwatch continues
to run.
To halt the stopwatch:
Press the right side of the button.
The stopwatch is halted when the
ignition key is turned back to 0,
but starts to run again when the ignition
key is turned to 1.<
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Enter the switch-on times for the
independent ventilation
You can enter two different switch-on
times.
The ventilation will shut off automati-
cally after 30 minutes.
Please follow the instructions for
operating the independent ventila-
tion that start on page 111.<
Press the left side of the button.
Press on the left/right.
Display shows:
Press the right side of the button:
Display flashes, e.g. TIMER 1.
To enter the time:
Press on the left/right, or hold the
button down.
To confirm the entry:
Press the right side of the button.
The activated time is marked with an
asterisk.
The switch-on times remain stored until
new entries are made.
You can change switch-on times that
have already been stored by making a
new time entry as described above.
When the switch-on time is active, the
LED comes on in the MID. During actual
operation of the ventilation, the LED
flashes. The LED goes out when the
system is switched off.
To activate/deactivate the time:
Press twice.
Directly switching the
independent ventilation
on and off
The independent ventilation func-
tion can only be called up in igni-
tion key position 1.<
Press the left side of the button.
Press.
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** in the MID
Only make entries when the
vehicle is stationary – to avoid
endangering yourself or other road
users.<
Computer calculations begin at the
start of the journey.
Information can also be called up in the
display by remote control, refer to
page 89.
Speed limit
Speed limit entry:
You can enter the road speed here
at which you wish to hear and see a
reminder signal: a signal will sound,
the word LIMIT will flash, and with the
Check Control with alphanumeric dis-
play*, the speed limit warning stored in
the memory will appear on the instru-
ment cluster briefly.
The speed limit reminder is only
repeated if road speed has fallen at
least 3 mph/approx. 5 km/h below the
preset speed limit.
Press the right side of the button.
Press.
Press the right side of the button.
Display shows:
Enter the limit by pressing the function
buttons.
To correct an entry:
Press the left side of the button and
repeat the entry.
To store the entry:
Press the right side of the button.
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** in the MID
Adopting the current speed as the
speed limit:
Press the right side of the button.
Press.
Press twice at right.
Deactivating the speed limit:
Press the right side of the button.
Press.
The LIMIT display goes out, but the
stored value is not lost and can be
reactivated by pressing the LIMIT
button.
Distance to destination
The remaining distance to the destina-
tion will be displayed on the screen.
Enter the entire distance before starting
the journey.
To enter:
Press the right side of the button.
Press the left side of the button.
Press the right side of the button.
Display shows:
You can enter the distance by pressing
the function buttons.
To correct an entry:
Press the left side of the button and
repeat the entry.
To store the entry:
Press the right side of the button.
Checking stored value:
Press the right side of the button.
Press the left side of the button.
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Computer**
** in the MID
Estimated time of arrival
When you have entered the distance to
your destination, you can obtain an
estimated time of arrival display which
is continuously updated by the com-
puter as your average driving period
varies.
Press the right side of the button.
Press the right side of the button:
The estimated time of arrival is dis-
played.
Cruising range
The distance which the vehicle should
cover on the remaining fuel in the tank
is displayed.
Press the right side of the button.
Press:
The display shows the probable range.
When you have only enough fuel
left to drive fewer than 30 miles/
50 km, then refuel, as otherwise engine
functions are not ensured and damage
can occur.<
The computer will only register fuel
amounts over 1.8 gal/6 liters.
Fuel consumption
You can have the average fuel con-
sumption displayed for two different
distances, for example a complete
journey and part of the journey.
To start the calculation, select the
CONS function with the engine running.
Press the right side of the button.
Press the left or right side of the button:
The display will show the average fuel
consumption.
To restart the fuel consumption
calculation:
Press the left or right side of the button.
Press the right side of the button.
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** in the MID
Speed
You can call up a display of the
vehicle's average speed.
To start the calculation, select the
SPEED function with the engine run-
ning.
Press the right side of the button.
Press:
The display shows the average speed.
To recalculate the speed:
Press the right side of the button.
Extended immobilizer function
You can establish a code that will pre-
vent the engine from being started
unless the code is entered.
If you do not have access to the code,
the emergency deactivation procedure
will have to be carried out, refer to next
page.
Establishing and activating the code:
Press the right side of the button.
Press the left side of the button.
Display shows:
Enter the code with the function but-
tons.
To correct an entry:
Press on the left side of the button and
repeat the entry.
To store the entry:
Press the right side of the button.
Turn the ignition key to position 0.
Deactivate the code:
When you are asked to enter the code –
ignition key in position 1 or 2:
>Enter the code at the function but-
tons.
Press the right side of the button.
After the code has been entered cor-
rectly and confirmed with the SET
button, the time display appears.
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** in the MID
After three incorrect code entries, or
three attempts to start the engine
without a code entry, the alarm will
sound for 30 seconds on vehicles fitted
with an alarm system.
Deactivating the alarm in an
emergency:
If you have forgotten the code, proceed
as follows:
1. Disconnect the battery, wait approx.
2 minutes, then reconnect it. Note
that on vehicles with an alarm
system, the alarm will sound
2. Set the ignition key to position 1:
The time display will count down for
the next ten minutes
3. After ten minutes, start the engine.
If the code becomes available
again in the meantime, it can be
entered during the waiting period after
pressing the CODE button.<
Remote control
The button on the turn signal indicator
lever can be used to select the items of
computer information which are to
be displayed.
To do this, press:
>the button on the lever until PROG
shows on the display
>the MID buttons in the order in which
you wish the information to be dis-
played.
Each time an entry is stored, the pro-
gram number appears on the display.
To terminate the selection procedure:
Press the right side of the button.
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displayed, press
>the button on the lever until the dis-
play shows PROG
>the SET button.
To obtain individual items of informa-
tion, press the button in briefly as often
as necessary.
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The concept
PDC provides extra safety and conve-
nience during parking maneuvers by pro-
viding an acoustic signal to indicate the
distance between your front and rear
bumpers and the nearest object. To do
this, four ultrasonic sensors in the front
and rear bumpers each measure the dis-
tance to the nearest object. The detection
range of the front sensors and the two
sensors located at the ends of the rear
bumper is approx. 2 ft/60 cm, while the
rear center sensors can detect objects to
a distance of approx. 5 ft/1.50 m.
PDC is a parking aid which regis-
ters objects when approaching
slowly, as is the case during usual
parking maneuvers. Avoid approaching
objects too fast, otherwise the system
may give warning of physical obstacles
too late.<
Automatic function
The system starts to operate automati-
cally approx. one second after you
select reverse or move the selector
lever into the R position with the igni-
tion key in position 2.
Wait for this brief period before
you start reversing.<
Manual activation
Press the button; the indicator lamp
comes on.
Manual deactivation
Press the button again; the indicator
lamp goes out.
Automatic deactivation
After driving a distance of more than
approx. 160 ft/50 m or exceeding a
speed of approx. 20 mph/30 km/h, the
system switches off and the indicator
lamp goes out. Switch the system on
again as required.
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Acoustical signals
The distance from an object is indicated
in front with a higher intermittent tone,
and at the rear with a lower intermittent
tone. As the distance between vehicle
and object decreases, the intervals
between the tones become shorter.
A continuous tone indicates the pres-
ence of an object less than approx. 1 ft/
30 cm away.
The warning signal is canceled after
approx. 3 seconds if you are moving
parallel to a wall.
If there is a malfunction of the system:
The indicator lamp flashes and a short
steady signal tone is sounded
>if you activate PDC with the button
>when you select reverse for the first
time after switching on the ignition
>if a malfunction occurs while the PDC
system is active.
Switch the system off and have the
cause of the malfunction corrected by
your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle
center.
Park Distance Control PDC*
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PDC* Dynamic Stability Control DSC
The PDC system does not remove
the driver's personal responsibility
for evaluating the distance between the
vehicle and any objects. Even when
sensors are involved, there is a blind
spot in which objects cannot be
detected. This applies especially in
those cases where the system
approaches the physical constraints of
ultrasonic measurement, as occurs with
tow bars and trailer couplings, and in
the vicinity of thin or wedge-shaped
objects. Similarly, low objects that have
already been detected - e.g. a curb-
stone - may disappear out of the range
of the sensors before a continuous tone
is emitted.
Loud sources of sound, inside and out-
side the vehicle, could drown out the
PDC signal tone.<
Keep the sensors clean and free
of ice or snow in order to ensure
that they continue to operate effectively.
Do not apply high pressure spray to the
sensors for a prolonged period of time.
Maintain an adequate distance of more
than 4 in/10 cm.<
The concept
DSC maintains vehicle stability, even in
critical driving situations.
The system optimizes vehicle stability
during acceleration and when starting
from a full stop, as well as optimizing
traction. In addition, it recognizes
unstable vehicle conditions, such as
understeering or oversteering, and, as
far as is possible within the laws of
physics, keeps the vehicle on a steady
course by adapting the rpms and brake
applications to the individual wheels.
The system starts up automatically
each time you start the engine.
Indicator lamp
The indicator lamp in the instru-
ment cluster goes out shortly
after you switch on the ignition,
refer to page 21.
Indicator lamp flashes:
The system is active and governs drive
and braking force.
If the indicator lamp fails to go out after
the engine is started, or comes on
during normal driving and stays on:
The system is either defective or was
switched off with the button: the stabi-
lizing applications described to the left
are no longer available. The vehicle will
remain completely operational, how-
ever, without DSC.
Consult your BMW Sports Activity
Vehicle center to have the system
repaired.
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To switch the system off
Press the button; the indicator lamp
comes on and stays on.
Traction intervention remains active;
that is, braking intervention will con-
tinue.
In the following exceptional circum-
stances, it may be effective to switch
off the DSC for a short period:
>When rocking the vehicle or starting
off in deep snow or on loose surfaces
>On sandy road surfaces
>On poor surfaces with deep ruts
>If the wheels churn on muddy
surfaces
>When driving with snow chains.
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As a result of the traction interven-
tion, the brakes may be subjected
to additional loads when the system is
switched off. For this reason, it is pos-
sible that the braking intervention will
be disabled automatically for a brief
period in order to limit brake tempera-
ture.
To maintain vehicle stability, always
drive with the system switched on when
possible.<
To switch the system on again
Press the button again; the indicator
lamp goes out.
The laws of physics cannot be
repealed, even with DSC. An
appropriate driving style always
remains the responsibility of the driver.
We therefore urge you to avoid using
the additional safety margin of the
system as an excuse for taking risks.
Do not make any modifications to the
DSC system. Service procedures on
the system are to be performed by
authorized technicians only.<
Dynamic Brake Control DBC
DBC is an integral component of the
DSC system.
The system responds to sudden, high-
intensity applications of force to the
brake pedal by automatically braking
the vehicle with maximum boost to
achieve the shortest-possible braking
distances during panic stops. This
system exploits all the benefits of ABS.
Do not reduce the pressure exerted
against the brake pedal until the
braking maneuver has been completed.
DBC is deactivated when you release
the brake pedal.
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Hill Descent Control HDC
The concept
HDC is a system for driving downhill in
steep terrain. This system reduces
vehicle speed on steep downhill gradi-
ents, thus allowing you to maintain con-
trol of your BMW under these condi-
tions.
The vehicle moves at slightly more than
walking speed without active interven-
tion from the driver.
HDC is available for activation at
vehicle speeds below approx. 20 mph/
35 km/h. When driving down steep hills
with a speed below approx. 20 mph/
35 km/h, the vehicle reduces speed
automatically down to slightly more
than walking speed (approx. 5 mph/
8 km/h) and then maintains this speed
at a constant.
You can use the accelerator or brakes
to vary this automatically controlled
speed within a range extending from
approx. 3 mph/5 km/h to 15 mph/
25 km/h.
You can specify a target speed
within the same range by using the
+/– buttons of the cruise control.
HDC is automatically deactivated once
vehicle speed again exceeds approx.
35 mph/60 km/h.
To switch the system on
Press the button. The indicator lamp
comes on.
The indicator lamp flashes when the
brakes are applied automatically.
To switch the system off
Press the button again; the indicator
lamp goes out.
HDC is deactivated automatically above
a road speed of approx. 35 mph/
60 km/h and when the ignition is
switched off.
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To use HDC
With manual transmission:
Use HDC in first gear and in Reverse
since the engine's braking effect is
diminished in the higher gears.
With automatic transmission:
You can use HDC in every drive
position.
In the event of a fault
The indicator lamp goes out in the HDC
mode or does not come on when HDC
is switched on:
HDC is temporarily not available if
brake temperature is too high.
If the DSC indicator lamp also
lights up:
There is a fault in the HDC and
DSC systems. Have your BMW Sports
Activity Vehicle center inspect this
system as soon as possible.
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The warning lamp for the self-
leveling suspension comes on,
or the message – SELFLEVEL
SUSP.INACT – appears in the Check
Control: there is a malfunction in the
self-leveling suspension.
Stop and inspect the vehicle. If it is
riding significantly lower in the rear than
in the front, or if it is sitting at an incline
– left rear compared to right rear - con-
sult the nearest BMW Sports Activity
Vehicle center. Drive with appropriate
caution in the meantime. The vehicle
has reduced ground clearance or
driving comfort is noticeably reduced.
Even if the attitude of the vehicle is
normal, you should consult the nearest
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center if
the warning lamp indicates a system
malfunction.
The concept
Your vehicle is equipped with 2-axle
self-leveling suspension acting on both
the front and rear suspension. This
system combines automatic self-lev-
eling, which compensates for variations
in front-to-rear load-distribution pat-
terns, with a selection feature allowing
drivers to choose from among several
ride-height options.
You may choose from among the fol-
lowing ride heights:
>Standard
The standard setting is intended for
most operating conditions, including
trailer towing
>Off-Road
Higher ride height for increased
ground clearance
>Access
Lowers vehicle for more convenient
cargo handling or easier passenger
ingress and exits
Changes in ride height are initiated
either manually, using the control
button, refer to page 95, or automati-
cally in response to specific speeds.
When the ride height is selected manu-
ally, the driver has the additional option
of revising the ride-height selection by
entering a new command during the
adjustment process.
When the vehicle is stationary, the
system executes ride-height changes in
both directions (up and down) when-
ever the doors are closed. The tailgate/
liftgate may be open. The system raises
the vehicle only when the engine is run-
ning.
The system's automatic self-leveling
feature automatically compensates for
variations in the vehicle's load.
Frequent changes in ride height
initiated at short intervals can
overheat the compressor, causing the
system to briefly suspend active opera-
tion.<
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Ride-height display
1 Off-Road
2 Standard
3 Access
The LEDs not only show the current
ride height, but also indicate changes:
>LED on: indicates the vehicle's cur-
rent ride height
>Ride-height LED flashes while the
LED for the earlier level remains on:
the ride height is being adjusted to a
new level, either automatically or in
response to driver input at the button.
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When the suspension reaches the
new ride height the flashing LED
reverts to continuous operation, and
the LED for the earlier level goes out
>LED for current ride height flashes for
roughly 3 seconds when you press
the button: change in ride height is
not possible.
Raising
Available only when the engine is run-
ning.
From Standard to Off-Road:
Press button 1 while traveling at a
speed of less than approx. 30 mph/
50 km/h.
From Access to Standard:
>Press button 1 or
>The setting automatically reverts to
the standard setting once the vehicle
exceeds a speed of roughly 20 mph/
35 km/h.
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Lowering
Available with ignition key in position 2.
From Standard to Access:
1. Press button 2 while traveling at less
than approx. 50 mph/80 km/h. The
system enters its preselection mode.
The preselection mode is canceled
>by pressing button 1
>automatically once the vehicle
exceeds a speed of approx.
50 mph/80 km/h or roughly
60 seconds after button 2 is
pressed
2. Reduce speed to below approx.
15 mph/25 km/h within roughly
60 seconds after pressing button 2.
When you press button 2 at
speeds below approx. 15 mph/
25 km/h the system automatically
lowers the vehicle to the Access level.<
From Off-Road to Standard:
>Press button 2 or
>automatically once you exceed a
speed of approx. 30 mph/50 km/h.
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Tire Pressure Monitor RDC*
The concept
RDC monitors the tire pressures at all
four tires, even when the vehicle is
moving. The system provides an alert
whenever the inflation pressure drops
significantly below the specified pres-
sure in one or more tires.
In order for the system to learn the cor-
rect tire inflation pressure, check the
inflation pressures in all tires, refer to
the table on page 27 and make any
necessary corrections. Then activate
the system.
This indicator lamp in the instru-
ment cluster or the Check Con-
trol will inform you if the tire
pressure is different from the learned
values.
To switch the system on
1. Turn the ignition key to position 2, do
not start the engine
2. Maintain pressure on the button until
the yellow indicator lamp in the
instrument cluster comes on for sev-
eral seconds or the message – TIRE
PRESSURE SET – appears in the
Check Control
3. After you have driven for a few min-
utes, the RDC will import the current
inflation pressure in the tires as the
reference values which the system
will monitor.
You will only have to repeat this proce-
dure if the tire inflation pressure must
be corrected. Otherwise, the RDC func-
tions automatically when the ignition
key is in position 2, and thus operates
whenever the vehicle is driven.
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Loss of tire pressure
If, after a certain period of time, the
inflation pressure has gone down sig-
nificantly, which is normal for any tire,
the yellow indicator lamp comes on or
the message – CHECK TIRE PRES-
SURE – appears in the Check Control.
This alerts you that you should have the
tires inflated to the specified pressures
as soon as possible.
If you are prompted to check the
tire pressure shortly after a cor-
rection has been made, this indicates
that the corrected values were not
accurate. Please check the inflation
pressure again and make corrections
according to the inflation pressure
table. After that reactivate the system.<
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Flat tire
If there is a tire failure with a loss of
inflation pressure, the red indicator
lamp comes on or the message – TIRE
LOW/FLAT – appears in the Check
Control. In addition, an acoustic signal
sounds.
If this occurs, reduce vehicle speed
immediately and stop the vehicle in a
safe location. Avoid hard brake applica-
tions. Do not oversteer. Replace the flat
tire.
The spare tire which is available in
your vehicle as standard equip-
ment is equipped with the electronics
required for RDC and, following activa-
tion of the system, is also monitored
after it is mounted.<
RDC cannot alert you to severe
and sudden tire damage caused
by external factors.<
Have the tires changed at your
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle
center.
Your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle
center has the information needed for
working with RDC and is equipped with
the necessary special tools.<
System malfunction
During the period of the malfunction,
the yellow indicator lamp comes on or
the message – TIRECONTROL INAC-
TIVE – appears in the Check Control.
You will also see the same message
>in the event of a system malfunction
>if a wheel is mounted without the
RDC electronics
>if, in addition to the spare tire, addi-
tional wheels with RDC electronics
are on board
>after installation of one or several
wheels with an electronics system
still unknown to the system.
It takes a few minutes to learn the
new wheel electronics ID numbers
after system activation. Only then can
RDC detect and report a flat tire.
Please contact your BMW Sports
Activity Vehicle center for additional
information.
The adaptive brake light provides
drivers of following vehicles with an
indication of the intensity with which
the brakes are being applied in your
own vehicle.
The display occurs in two stages:
>Normal braking:
The brake light units within the tail
lamps and the high-mount brake
lamp integrated within the rear
spoiler both light up with normal
intensity
>Hard braking or braking with ABS
active:
The tail lamps also come on, lighting
up with the same intensity as the
brake lamps to provide a more con-
spicuous warning.
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Parking lamps – side marker
lamps
The front, rear and side vehicle
lighting is switched on. You can
use the parking lamps for
parking. For lighting on one side for
parking as an additional feature, refer to
page 100.
Low beams
When the ignition is switched off
and the low beams are on, only
the parking lamps – side marker
lamps – remain on.
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Follow me home lamps:
When you activate the headlamp
flasher after parking the vehicle and
switching off the lamps, the low beams
will come on for a brief period. You may
also have this function deactivated if
you wish.<
LIGHTS ON warning
Whenever you open the driver's door,
after having turned the ignition key to
position 0, you will hear an acoustic
signal for a few seconds to remind you
that the lamps have not been switched
off.
On vehicles with alphanumeric Check
Control*:
The reminder is given through the
Check Control.
Daytime driving lamps*
The headlamps are automatically
switched on for daylight driving at
ignition key position 2.
Automatic headlamp control*
When the switch is set to this
position the system automati-
cally activates or deactivates the
low beams in response to changes in
ambient light, e. g. in tunnels, at dusk,
as well as rain and snow.
The vehicle's external lamps
remain on constantly when you
switch on the fog lamps after the head-
lamps have come on automatically.<
Automatic headlamp control
cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver's judgement in determining
when the vehicle lamps should be
switched on. For example, the sensors
are not able to detect fog. To avoid
safety risks, you should respond to
these kinds of low-visibility situations
by switching the headlamps on manu-
ally.<
You can have the sensitivity of
your vehicle's automatic head-
lamp control adjusted.<
Parking lamps/Low beams
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High beams/Standing lamps
Fog lamps
Turn the rotary dial to adjust the illumi-
nation intensity.
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2 Headlamp flasher – blue indicator
lamp
3 Standing lamps
Standing lamps, left or right*
As an additional feature, you can
illuminate your vehicle on either side
for parking, if you wish to do so:
With the ignition key in position 0,
engage the lever in the appropriate
turn signal position.
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Fog lamps
A green indicator lamp appears
in the instrument cluster to indi-
cate that the front fog lamps are
on.
If the high beams are switched on, the
fog lamps go out.
If the automatic headlamp control
is activated, the low beams will
automatically be switched on when the
front fog lamps are switched on.<
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Interior lamps
The interior lamps operate automati-
cally.
Switching the interior lamps on
and off manually
Press the button briefly.
If you want the interior lamps to remain
off all the time, press and hold the
button for approx. 3 seconds.
Press the button briefly to revert to
normal operation.
The button for the interior lamps in the
rear passenger area only switches
these lamps on and off.
Front reading lamps*
Switched on and off with the button 2
next to each lamp.
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Rear reading lamps*
Switched on and off with the button
next to each lamp, refer to arrows.
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Footwell and cargo area lamps
The lamps are controlled in the same
manner as the front interior lamps.
Front area lighting*
This lighting system in the two exterior
mirrors illuminates the ground in the
area near the two front doors. It is also
controlled in the same manner as the
front interior lamps, but it does not
function while the vehicle is moving.
In order to prevent battery dis-
charge, all of the lamps in the
vehicle are switched off automatically
approx. 15 minutes after the ignition
key is turned to position 0.<
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1 Airflow directed toward the wind-
shield and side windows
2 Airflow for the upper body 104
3 Front footwell ventilation
4 Rear footwell ventilation
5 Airflow for the upper body in the rear
seat 104
6 Temperature 103
7 Air distribution 103
8 Air supply 103
9 Rear window defroster 103
10 Air conditioning 103
11 Recirculated-air mode 103
Air conditioner
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Air conditioner
Temperature
The graduations on the dial
provide general reference
values for the interior temper-
ature. We recommend
+70 7/+22 6 as a comfortable
setting. When you start the vehicle, the
system adjusts the air to the selected
temperature as quickly as possible, and
then maintains that temperature
constantly.
Air distribution
You can direct air to flow onto
the windows , toward the
upper body and into the
footwell . All intermediate
settings are possible. In the setting,
there is a low flow of air onto the
windows to keep them free of conden-
sation.
Air supply
You can adjust the air supply
through an infinitely-variable
range. The heating and venti-
lation become more and more
effective as the air supply settings are
increased. In the 0 setting, the blower
and climate control are switched off
and the outside air supply is blocked.
Rear window defroster
When the rear window
defroster is activated, the
indicator lamp comes on. The rear
window defroster switches off automat-
ically.
Air conditioning
The air is cooled and dehu-
midified and — depending on
the temperature setting — warmed
again. Depending on the weather, the
windshield may fog over briefly when
the engine is started. You can reduce
condensation forming on the windows
by switching on the air conditioning.
During air conditioning condensa-
tion forms, which then exits under
the vehicle. Traces of condensed water
of this kind are thus normal.<
Recirculated-air mode
You can respond to unpleas-
ant odors outside the vehicle
by temporarily switching off the outside
air supply. The system then recirculates
the air currently within the vehicle.
If you have a steering wheel with multi-
function buttons with the button for the
recirculated-air mode, you can also use
this button to switch to the recirculated-
air mode, refer to page 23.
If the windows fog over in the
recirculated-air mode, switch the
recirculated-air mode off and increase
the air supply as required.<
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Draft-free ventilation
You can adjust the vent outlets for the
upper body area completely for your
personal comfort:
1 Rotary dials for opening and closing
the vent outlets through an infinitely-
variable range
2 Levers for adjusting airflow direction
3 With the rotary dial you can adjust the
temperature of the incoming air:
>Turn toward blue – colder
>Turn toward red – warmer.
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Rear passenger area ventilation
1 Rotary dial for opening and closing
the vent outlets through an infinitely-
variable range
2 Levers for adjusting airflow direction.
The air that flows out here is somewhat
cooler than the air delivered to the foot-
well.
Particle filter
The particle filter removes dust and
pollen from the incoming air. It is
replaced by your BMW Sports Activity
Vehicle center during regular mainte-
nance. A substantial reduction in air
supply indicates that the filter must be
replaced before normal maintenance.
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To defrost windows and remove
condensation
1. You can specify an interior tempera-
ture that is comfortable for you with
the rotary temperature dial. A good
starting point is +70 7/+22 6
2. Set the air distribution rotary dial
to
3. Set the blower/air supply rotary dial
completely to the right
4. Close the vent outlets in the rear
seating area
5. Switch on the rear window defroster
to defrost the rear window.
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1 Airflow directed toward the wind-
shield and side windows
2 Airflow for the upper body 109
3 Front footwell ventilation
4 Rear footwell ventilation
5 Airflow for the upper body in the rear
seat 109
6 Automatic air distribution and air
supply 107
7 Individual air distribution 107
8 Temperature control –
left-hand side 107
9 Display for temperature and air
supply 107
Automatic climate control*
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10 Temperature control –
right-hand side 107
11 To defrost windows and remove
condensation 108
12 Air conditioning 108
13 Automatic recirculated-air control
(AUC) 108
14 Rear window defroster 108
15 Air supply 107
16 Maximum cooling 108
or using up residual heat 109
17 Air grille for interior temperature
sensor – please keep clear and
unobstructed
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Automatic climate control*
Tips for pleasant driving
Use the automatic system; that is press
AUTO button 6. Select an interior
temperature that is comfortable for you.
Detailed setting options are described
for you in the following section.
Your BMW center can program
the settings of your vehicle in such
a manner that, when you unlock the
vehicle with your individualized key,
your own personalized setting for the
automatic climate control is initiated.<
Automatic air distribution
The AUTO program
assumes the adjustment of
the air distribution and the air supply for
you and also adapts the temperature to
external influences – summer, winter –
to meet preferences you can specify.
Individual air distribution
You can cancel the AUTO
program by selecting
specific air distribution
patterns for your personal
comfort, the automatic air
supply remains in operation. You can
direct air to flow onto the windows ,
toward the upper body , and into the
footwell . You can reactivate the
automatic air distribution mode by
selecting the AUTO button.
Temperature
You can make individual
temperature settings on the
driver's side or the front
passenger side. Your settings will be
shown in the display 9. The displayed
temperatures are reference values for
the interior temperature. We recom-
mend +70 7/+22 6 as a comfortable
setting, whether the air conditioner is
operating or not. When you start the
vehicle, this system ensures that the
selected temperature is achieved as
quickly as possible. It then maintains this
temperature, regardless of the season.
To change the units of measurement –
6/7 – of the display, refer to page 73
or 80.
Air supply In the AUTO program, the
air supply is controlled
automatically. AUTO will appear in the
display 9, refer to the overview on
page 105. Press the left or right side of
the button to vary the air supply. When
your setting is displayed by bars, the
automatic air supply is switched off.
Automatic air distribution maintains its
setting. You can reactivate the auto-
matic air supply by pressing the AUTO
button.
When you press the left side of the but-
ton during operation at minimum blower
speed all displays are canceled: the
blower, heating and air conditioner are
switched off. The outside air supply is
closed. You can switch the system
back on by pressing any button of the
automatic climate control, except the
MAX button 16.
To defrost windows and remove
condensation
This program quickly
removes ice and conden-
sation from the windshield and the side
windows.
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Air conditioning
The air is cooled and
dehumidified and —
depending on the temperature setting —
warmed again. Depending on the
weather, the windshield may fog over
briefly when the engine is started. You
can reduce condensation forming on
the windows by switching on the air
conditioning.
During air conditioning condensa-
tion forms, which then exits under
the vehicle. Traces of condensed water
of this kind are thus normal.<
Maximum cooling
You will get maximum
cooling capacity using this
program if the engine is running and
the outside temperature is above
approx. +41 7/+5 6.
The temperature display 9 jumps to
+60 7/+16 6, the system switches
over to the recirculated-air mode, and
the air streams out of the ventilation grill
with the maximum air supply. That is
why you need to keep these open if you
select this program.
Automatic recirculated-air
control AUC
If there are unpleasant
odors or pollutants in the
outside air, you can temporarily block
the air supply from the outside. The
system then recirculates the air
currently within the vehicle. Press the
button repeatedly to run through the
following control sequence
>Indicator lamps off: outside air supply
operational
>Left-hand indicator lamp on – AUC
mode: the system recognizes pollut-
ants in the outside air and blocks the
flow of air when necessary. The
system then recirculates the air
currently within the vehicle.
Depending on the air quality, the
automatic system then switches back
and forth between outside air supply
and recirculation of the air within the
vehicle
>Right-hand indicator lamp on: the
outside air supply into the vehicle is
completely blocked. The system then
recirculates the air currently within
the vehicle.
If you have a steering wheel with multi-
function buttons with the button for
recirculated-air mode, refer to page 23,
you can also use this button to switch
between Off and the recirculated-air
mode or AUC and the recirculated-air
mode.
If the windows fog over in the
recirculated-air mode, switch the
recirculated-air mode off and increase
the air supply as required.<
Rear window defroster
When the rear window
defroster is activated,
the indicator lamp comes on. The
rear window defroster switches off
automatically.
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Residual heat mode
The heat which is stored in
the engine is utilized for
heating the interior when the engine
has been switched off (while waiting at
a railroad crossing, for instance).
In ignition key position 1, you can alter
the settings of the automatic climate
control. With the ignition key in posi-
tion 0, the system automatically directs
heated air to the windshield, side
windows and footwells.
This function may be activated
when the outside temperature is
below approx. 59 7/15 6, the engine
is at operating temperature, and the
battery is adequately charged. The LED
on the button will light up when all
conditions have been met.<
Draft-free ventilation
You can adjust the vent outlets for the
upper body area to select the optimum
airflow rates and directions for your
personal comfort:
1 Rotary dials for opening and closing
the vent outlets through an infinitely-
variable range
2 Selector levers for airflow direction
3 With the rotary dial you can adjust the
temperature of the incoming air.
>Turn toward blue – colder
>Turn toward red – warmer.
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Rear passenger area climate
control
1 Air supply
2 Temperature
3 Adjusting the direction of the airflow
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Air supply
0 Blower off
I Maximum blower speed
You can adjust the air supply for the
vent outlets through an infinitely-vari-
able range between the 0 and I
settings.
In the 0 setting, the blower is switched
off and the supply of air through the
vent outlets is blocked.
Individual adjustments on the front-seat
control elements influence the air
supply for rear passenger area climate
control.
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Temperature
Passengers in the rear seating area can
adjust their own temperature for the
vent outlets:
>Turn toward blue – colder
>Turn toward red – warmer
When you start the vehicle, this system
ensures that the selected temperature
is achieved as quickly as possible. It
then maintains this temperature,
regardless of the season.
A temperature setting is only
possible when the blower is
switched on, not in the 0 setting.<
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Particle filter,
activated-charcoal filter
The particle filter removes dust and
pollen from the incoming air. The acti-
vated-charcoal filter provides additional
protection by filtering gaseous pollut-
ants from the outside air. Your
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center
replaces this combined filter as a stan-
dard part of your scheduled mainte-
nance. A substantial reduction in air
supply indicates that the filter must be
replaced before normal maintenance.
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Roller sun blinds* Independent ventilation system*
Roller sun blinds for rear side
windows*
Use the strap to pull out the blinds, then
hook them in the provided attachment.
With roller sun blinds attached, do
not open the windows during
travel. The blinds may otherwise be
damaged by the wind.<
You can use this system to ventilate the
interior and lower its temperature, using
the blower of the independent ventila-
tion or of the automatic climate control.
The independent ventilation system is
operated via the Multi-Information
display MID, refer to page 84 or via the
onboard computer, refer to the sepa-
rate Owner's Manual.
You can set two different times for the
system to start; it will remain active for
30 minutes. You can also switch it on
and off directly. Since the system uses
a substantial amount of electrical
current, you should refrain from
switching it on twice in succession
without allowing the battery to be
recharged in normal operation between
use.
When a preselected activation time is
set, the independent ventilation system
is operational at outside temperatures
above +60 7/+16 6, or by direct
switch activation.
The air emerges via the vent outlets for
the upper body. Therefore, the vent
outlets must be open for the system to
operate.
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The concept
The BMW Universal Transmitter
replaces up to three hand-held trans-
mitters of different devices such as
garage door openers, alarm systems, or
door locking systems. The BMW
Universal Transmitter recognizes and
learns the transmitted signal of each of
the original hand-held transmitters.
The signal of an original hand-held
transmitter can be programmed on one
of the three channel keys. Following
that, each of the devices can be actu-
ated with the appropriately-programmed
channel key. The indicator lamp flashes
to confirm transmission of the signal.
If the vehicle is sold, the memory of the
channel keys should be cleared as
described on page 114.
During programming and before
every remote actuation of a
programmed device by the BMW
Universal Transmitter, check to be sure
that there are no persons, animals or
objects within the actuation range of
the device in order to prevent possible
injuries or damage. Also, comply with
the safety precautions of the original
hand-held transmitter.<
To Canadian residents:
During programming, your hand-
held transmitter may automatically stop
transmitting after two seconds. This
may not be long enough to program the
BMW Universal Transmitter. If you are
programming from one of these hand-
held transmitters, the Universal Trans-
mitter's light may begin to flash in a
series of double-blinks. If this occurs,
continue to hold the button of the
Universal Transmitter while you reacti-
vate your hand-held transmitter. You
may have to repeat this function several
times while programming.<
Before programming, read the
User information section on
page 114.<
Original hand-held transmitter
If this symbol is present on the
packaging or in the instructions
of the original hand-held trans-
mitter, it may be assumed that this
hand-held transmitter is compatible
with the BMW Universal Transmitter.
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BMW Universal Transmitter
Checking for the conversion code
To determine whether the original
hand-held transmitter is provided with
a conversion-code system, you may
either read the instructions for the orig-
inal hand-held transmitter or program a
channel key as described on the next
page – left-hand column under
Programming.
Then press and hold the programmed
channel key of the BMW Universal
Transmitter. If the indicator lamp of the
BMW Universal Transmitter flashes for
two seconds and then comes on
steadily, the original hand-held trans-
mitter is provided with a conversion-
code system. With a conversion-code
system, program the channel keys as
described on the next page – right-hand
column under Programming a hand-
held transmitter with conversion code.
If you have additional questions,
please consult your BMW Sports
Activity Vehicle center or call
1-800-355-3515.
You can also visit this website:
www.bmwusa.com.<
Programming
1 Channel keys
2 Indicator lamp
3 Receiver for programming
Read and comply with the safety
precautions on the previous
page.<
1. Turn the ignition key to position 2
2. For initial use:
Press and hold both outside keys 1
until the indicator lamp 2 flashes, and
then release them. The three channel
keys are cleared
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3. Hold the original hand-held trans-
mitter toward the receiver 3 a
maximum of 2 in/5 cm away
4. Press the transmission key of the
original hand-held transmitter, refer
to arrow 2, and the desired channel
key of the Integrated BMW Universal
Transmitter, refer to arrow 1, simulta-
neously. Release both keys as soon
as the indicator lamp flashes rapidly
5. To program other original hand-held
transmitters, repeat steps 3 and 4.
The corresponding channel key is now
programmed with the signal of the orig-
inal hand-held transmitter.
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Programming a hand-held
transmitter with conversion code
Read and comply with the safety
precautions on page 112.<
When programming the BMW Universal
Transmitter, consult the instructions for
the specific device.
For using the BMW Universal Trans-
mitter with a conversion-code system,
note the following supplemental
programming instructions:
A second person facilitates
programming of the BMW
Universal Transmitter.<
1. Program the BMW Universal Trans-
mitter as described previously under
Programming
2. Press and hold the programming key
on the receiver of the device for
approx. two seconds until the
programming lamp on the device
comes on
3. Press the desired channel key of the
BMW Universal Transmitter three
times.
If you have additional questions,
please consult your BMW Sports
Activity Vehicle center.<
Clearing the channel keys
Read and comply with the safety
precautions on page 112.<
The memory of individual channel keys
cannot be cleared. However, the three
channel keys can be cleared together
as follows:
>Press and hold both outside keys of
the BMW Universal Transmitter until
the indicator lamp flashes, and then
release them.
All of the channel keys are cleared.
User information
Do not use this BMW Universal Trans-
mitter with any garage door opener that
lacks safety stop and reverse features
as required by federal safety standards,
this includes any garage door opener
model manufactured before April 1st,
1982.
This device complies with Section 15 of
the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: as defined
in the regulations, this device must not
emit harmful interference, and must be
shielded against interference from
external sources to prevent unautho-
rized or inadvertent activation.
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Glove compartment
To open
Pull the handle. The lamp inside the
glove compartment comes on.
To close
Fold the cover up.
To prevent injury in the event of an
accident, close the glove
compartment immediately after use.<
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To lock
Use one of the master keys. A master
key is also required for unlocking.
If you turn over only your door and
ignition key for valet parking, for
example, refer to page 30, access to
the glove compartment is not
possible.<
Rechargeable flashlight*
Located on the left-hand side of the
glove compartment.
Features integral overload-protection,
so it can be left in its holder continu-
ously.
To avoid completely discharging
and possibly damaging the lamp,
always ensure that it is switched off
before inserting it in the socket.<
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You will find two storage compartments
in the armrest between the front seats.
To open the top compartment:
Press the button, refer to arrow 1.
You will find a cellular phone* in this
compartment.
To move the armrest or open the lower
compartment:
Pull the handle, refer to arrow 2.
In this compartment, you will find a coin
tray and a storage compartment* for
cassettes or CDs.
You will find additional storage
compartments in all of the doors as well
as on the backrests of the front seats.
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Hands-free system
On vehicles with telephone prepara-
tion*, the hands-free microphone is
positioned in the headliner.
For further information on the cellular
phone, refer to the Telephone Owner's
Manual.
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Front
Below the sliding cover, refer to illustra-
tion.
Remove the insert which is a compart-
ment for storing pens.
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Beverage holder Glasses compartment Ashtray, front
Rear
At the end of the center console under
the lighter.
Press briefly to open; push back inward
to close.
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Press the button to open; fold upward
to close.
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To empty
Press the edge of the lid, refer to arrow:
the ashtray moves up and can be
removed.
Cigarette lighter, front
Press the lighter 1 in.
The lighter can be removed as soon as
it retracts.
Hold or touch the hot cigarette
lighter by the knob only. Holding
or touching it in other areas could result
in burns.
The cigarette lighter remains opera-
tional when the ignition key has been
removed. For this reason, do not leave
unsupervised children in the vehicle.<
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Cigarette lighter socket
This socket is suitable for attaching
power supplies for flashlights, car
vacuum cleaners and other appliances
up to a rating of approx. 200 watts at
12 volts. Avoid damage to the socket
caused by inserting plugs of a different
shape or size.
You will find additional power outlets in
the cargo area, refer to page 124.
To empty
Remove the insert tray.
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Press the lighter in.
The lighter can be removed as soon as
it retracts.
Hold or touch the hot cigarette
lighter by the knob only. Holding
or touching it in other areas could result
in burns.
The cigarette lighter remains opera-
tional when the ignition key has been
removed. For this reason, do not leave
unsupervised children in the vehicle.<
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Ski bag*
The ski bag allows the safe and clean
transport of up to 4 pairs of standard
skis or up to two snowboards.
With the length of the ski bag and the
additional space in the cargo area, you
can store skis with a length of up to
6.8 ft/2.1 m. Because of the tapered
shape of the bag, the ski bag can only
accommodate two pairs of skis with a
length of 6.8 ft/2.1 m.
Loading
1. Fold the center armrest outward.
Loosen the trim from the upper
Velcro® fastener and place it on the
armrest
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2. Press button 1 downward and swing
the cover forward
3. Press button 2: the cover in the
cargo area is unlocked.
Together with the pull-out cargo
floor, refer to page 124: pull the floor
out, release the cover and slide the
floor back in – the floor then conceals
the cover
4. Extend the ski bag between the front
seats. The zipper provides conven-
ient access to the inside of the bag,
or can also be left open to promote
drying.
To store the ski bag, perform the above
steps in reverse sequence.
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Securing the load
Secure the bag's contents by
tightening down the retaining
strap at the buckle.<
Please be sure that the skis are clean
before loading them into the bag. Be
careful to avoid damage from sharp
edges.
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If the cover in the cargo area is
concealed by the pull-out cargo
floor, do not fold the larger rear back-
rest down. If you do so, it will damage
the cover.<
Fold the rear backrests down
Reach into the recess and pull forward,
refer to arrow.
When you fold back the backrest,
be sure that the catch engages
securely. The red warning indicator dis-
appears in the recess when the catch is
engaged.
The center safety belt can be retracted
only when the larger backrest is
engaged.<
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Cargo area
Cargo area cover
Pull the cover out by the handle and
hook it in the rear holders.
You can carry light objects such as
articles of clothing on the cover.
Do not place heavy or hard
objects on the cover. If you do so,
they could already pose a danger to
vehicle occupants during braking or
evasive maneuvers.<
Before you slide it back into position,
place the grip in the rear fold of the
cover.
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When the cover is pulled out, it can be
opened behind the rear-seat backrest
to gain access to the cargo area from
the rear seats during a trip, for example.
For removing the cover, refer to the
next column.
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Removing the cover
1. Use both hands to press the cover
together on both sides and slide it
forward, refer to arrow 1
2. Lift the cover upward from the rear
on both sides, refer to arrow 2, and
remove it.
Installation
Slide the cover into the retainers on
both sides and then press it down at
the rear until it engages.
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Partition net*
1. Remove the bag with the partition
net from the retainer by releasing the
hooks from the lashing eyes on both
sides
2. Remove the partition net from the
bag and unroll it half way
Note how the bag with the parti-
tion net is secured in the vehicle
and how the partition net is rolled up
and stored in the bag so that you can
return everything to its place after use.
If your vehicle is equiped with a pull-out
cargo floor be sure to read the note on
page 124.<
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3. Slide back the covers on the
retainers for the partition net on both
sides of the roof, refer to arrow
4. Insert the curved ends of the parti-
tion net rod in the retainers on both
sides
5. Now you can slide the covers toward
the front again, refer to arrow
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6. Attach the hooks on the bottom of
the partition net into the eyes on both
sides
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7. When the rear backrests are folded
down, you can open the Velcro®
strips, completely unroll the partition
net, insert it in the front retainers on
the roof and attach the three hooks
into the eyes.
The illustration shows securing at the
bottom right as an example.
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Side covers
Pull the handle to open the side covers.
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Floor cover
To access the spare wheel.
To release: press the recess in the
handle, refer to arrow, and raise the
cover with the handle.
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Fold the floor cover up
Lift up the black retainer on the lower
side of the floor cover and hook it into
the upper frame of the liftgate cutout.
Before you fold the floor cover down,
return the retainer to its original posi-
tion.
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Power outlets
When you fold the cover caps up, you
have access to additional power out-
lets.
You can use the power outlets for flash-
lights, car vacuum cleaners or other
automotive appliances with up to
approx. 200 watts at 12 volts. Avoid
damage to the socket caused by
inserting plugs of a different shape or
size.
Refer also to page 118.
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Pull-out cargo floor*
To release, pull the handle recess
upward. Then pull the floor out.
Do not drive when the cargo floor
is pulled out.
Do not release the cargo floor on steep
grades. If you do, it could extend auto-
matically and cause personal injuries.
A load which is not properly secured
could begin to slide if the floor extends
automatically and then drop to the
ground as a result of the rapid braking
of the cargo floor at the limit stop.<
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Cargo area
When it is extended, you can load the
cargo floor:
>With up to 990 Ibs/450 kg, distrib-
uted evenly across the entire surface
>With up to 330 Ibs/150 kg on the rear
edge.
Do not overload the cargo floor
when it is extended. If you do so,
it could cause damage.
When you slide the cargo floor back in,
do not grasp it on the bottom. If you do
so, there is a risk of personal injury.< Raise the cargo floor
For access to the spare wheel or other
stored items:
Swing the cargo floor up and secure it
with the rod, see detail.
If your vehicle has a partition net:
Take the bag with the partition net
out of the retainer, refer to page 122,
before you raise the cargo floor panel.
Otherwise, the bag could slide down-
ward.<
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Stowing cargo
>Position heavy cargo as far forward
as possible – directly behind the
backrests – and as low as possible
>Cover sharp edges and corners
>Do not pile objects higher than the
top edge of the backrest
>Fasten the partition net, refer to
page 122, and ensure that carried
items cannot pass through the parti-
tion net
>If you are transporting very heavy
loads when the rear seat is not occu-
pied, secure the outer safety belts in
the opposite buckles.
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Securing the load
>Secure smaller, light pieces with the
retaining straps or a luggage net*, or
use elastic straps, refer to page 38
>For large, heavy pieces, see your
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center
for load-securing devices*. The
lashing eyes provided at the corners
of the cargo area serve for mounting
these load-securing devices
>Read and comply with the informa-
tion enclosed with the load-securing
devices.
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Always position and secure the
load correctly. If you do not, it can
endanger the passengers, e.g. simply
during braking or evasive maneuvers.
Do not exceed the permissible gross
vehicle weight and the permissible axle
loads, refer to page 170. If you do, the
operating safety of the vehicle is no
longer ensured and you are in violation
of the law.
Do not carry hard or heavy objects
unsecured in the passenger compart-
ment. If you do so, they may be pro-
jected through the air, e.g. simply
during braking and evasive maneuvers,
thus endangering vehicle occupants.<
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Roof-mounted luggage rack*
A special rack system is available as an
optional extra for your BMW. Please
comply with the precautions included
with the installation instructions.
Mounting points
Access to the mounting points:
To fold up the cover, refer to arrow,
please use the tool which is provided
with the rack system.
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Cargo loading and driving hints
Roof-mounted luggage racks raise the
center of gravity of the vehicle when
they are loaded. For this reason, they
exercise a major effect on the vehicle's
handling and steering response.
You should therefore always remember
not to exceed the approved roof
weight, the approved gross vehicle
weight or the axle loads when loading
the rack.
You will find the specifications under
Technical Data on page 170.
Make sure that the load is not too
heavy, and attempt to distribute it
evenly. Always load the heaviest pieces
on the bottom. Be sure that adequate
clearance is maintained for raising the
sliding/tilt sunroof, and that objects do
not project into the opening path of the
liftgate.
Always ensure that roof-mounted
loads are tightly secured, as loose
loads can shift or even fly off the roof,
posing a serious hazard for following
traffic.<
Drive smoothly. Avoid sudden accelera-
tion and braking maneuvers. Take cor-
ners gently.
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Controls and features
Operation, maintenance
Owner service procedures
Index
Technical data
Mainte-
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To ensure that your vehicle provides
maximum economy throughout a long
service life, we request that you
observe the following instructions:
Engine and differential
Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km:
Drive at varying engine speeds and
road speeds, but do not exceed
4,500 rpm and the following road
speeds during this initial period:
6-cylinder engines: 100 mph/160 km/h
8-cylinder engines: 106 mph/170 km/h
Obey your local and state maximum
speed limits.
Refrain from using full throttle and avoid
pressing the accelerator beyond the
kickdown point.
Once you have driven 1,200 miles/
2,000 km, engine and vehicle speeds
can gradually be increased.
You should also comply with these
break-in procedures should the engine
or one of the differentials be replaced
later in the course of the vehicle's ser-
vice life.
Tires
Due to technical factors associated
with their manufacture, tires do not
achieve their full traction potential until
an initial break-in period has elapsed.
For this reason, drive with extra care
during the initial 200 miles/300 km.
Obey your local and state maximum
speed limits.
When the vehicle is operated on
wet or slushy roads, a wedge of
water may form between the tire and
the road surface. This phenomenon is
referred to as aquaplaning, or hydro-
planing, and can lead to partial or com-
plete loss of traction, vehicle control
and braking effectiveness. Reduce your
speed on wet roads.<
Brake system
Approx. 300 miles/500 km must elapse
before the brake pads and rotors
achieve the optimal pad-surface and
wear patterns required for trouble-free
operation and long service life later on.
To break in the separate parking brake
drums, apply the parking brake lightly
when coasting to a standstill at a traffic
signal, for instance, provided that traffic
conditions allow you to do so.
To avoid corrosion, repeat this proce-
dure from time to time.
The brake lamps do not light up
when the parking brake is applied.
Vacuum for the brake system servo unit
on your BMW is available only when the
engine is running. When you move the
vehicle with the engine switched off –
when towing, for instance – substan-
tially higher levels of pedal force will be
required to brake the vehicle.<
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Driving your BMW X5
Your BMW is right at home on all roads
and byways – even where the pavement
ends. It combines permanent four-
wheel drive with the agility of a typical
passenger vehicle.
On bad roads
When you are driving on bad roads,
there are a few points which you should
strictly observe — for your own safety,
for that of your passengers, and for the
safety of the vehicle:
>Familiarize yourself with the vehicle
before you begin driving. Do not take
risks with the vehicle under any cir-
cumstances
>Always adapt vehicle speed to road
conditions – the steeper and more
uneven the road surface is, the
slower the vehicle's speed should be
>You can operate your vehicle on
uphill and downhill gradients with a
maximum slope of 50%. If you intend
to drive on either an uphill or downhill
gradient of this steepness, check to
be sure in advance that the engine oil
and coolant levels are both near the
MAX mark, refer to pages 141
and 143.
When driving down steep slopes, use
the Hill Descent Control HDC, refer to
page 93.
Starting from a full stop is possible on
uphill gradients of up to 32%.
The permitted side tilt is also 50%
>While driving, watch carefully for
obstacles such as rocks or holes. Try
to avoid these obstacles whenever
possible
>On hill crests and bumpy roads, for
example, be careful to prevent the
body from bottoming – contact
between the body and the ground.
The ground clearance of the vehicle
is:
8 in/200 mm with up to four
passengers
7 in/180 mm fully loaded – without
self-leveling suspension
>Do not drive in water that is deeper
than 20 inches/50 cm. If you must
drive through water up to that depth,
drive at a walking speed and do not
stop.
After leaving the water, press on the
footbrake gently several times while
driving at a low speed. The brake
applications will help to dry the
brakes, thus preventing a reduction in
braking performance caused by the
moisture.
Back onto the paved road
In recommending that you observe the
following points after driving on adverse
road surfaces, it is not as a beauty
treatment for your BMW. Instead, it is
intended for the maintenance of driving
safety:
>Clean accumulations of dirt from the
body and check the undercarriage for
damage
>Clean mud, snow, ice and other
materials from the wheels and tires.
Check the tires for damage
>Check to determine whether rocks,
gravel or accumulations of dirt on the
brake rotors and calipers could influ-
ence braking performance. Remove
all such foreign objects
>In order to clean the brake rotors,
apply the footbrake gently several
times while driving at a low speed. Be
sure that following traffic is not
endangered by this
>For cleaning the parking brake, apply
the lever slightly at approx. 25 mph/
40 km/h and continue to drive for
approx. 200 yards/200 meters, pro-
vided that traffic conditions allow you
to do so.
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Antilock Brake System
Brake system
Brakes:
Do not drive with your foot resting
on the brake pedal. Even light but con-
sistent pedal pressure can lead to high
temperatures, brake wear and possibly
even brake failure.
Hydroplaning:
When driving on wet or slushy roads,
reduce vehicle speed. If you do not, a
wedge of water may form between the
tires and the road surface. This phe-
nomenon is referred to as hydroplaning
or aquaplaning. It is characterized by a
partial or complete loss of contact
between the tires and the road surface.
The ultimate results are loss of steering
and braking control.<
The concept
The Antilock Brake System ABS keeps
the wheels from locking during braking,
thereby enhancing active driving safety.
Braking with ABS
If you are in a situation that requires full
braking, you will exploit the full benefits
of the ABS system if you apply max-
imum pedal pressure – panic stop.
Pulsation at the brake pedal combined
with sounds from the hydraulic circuits
indicates to the driver that ABS is in its
active mode.
Brake fluid level
If the brake fluid level is too low and
brake pedal travel has become longer,
there may be a defect in one of the two
brake system's hydraulic circuits.
Proceed to the nearest
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle
center. Here increased pressure on the
brake pedal may be required, and slight
pulling to the side and longer braking
distances may result. Please remember
to adapt your driving style accord-
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Brake system
Disc brakes
When the vehicle is driven only occa-
sionally, during extended periods when
the vehicle is not used at all, and in
operating conditions where brake appli-
cations are less frequent, there is an
increased tendency for corrosion of the
rotors and accumulation of contamina-
tion on the brake pads. This occurs
because the minimal pressure which
must be exerted by the pads to clean
the discs by brake applications is not
reached.
If the brake rotors are corroded, they
will tend to respond to braking with a
pulsating effect which even extended
application will fail to cure.
When driving in wet conditions and in
heavy rain, it is advisable to apply light
pressure to the brake pedal from time
to time. Watch traffic conditions to
ensure that this maneuver does not
endanger other road users. The heat
which is generated by the brake appli-
cations helps to dry the brake pads and
rotors. The braking force is then imme-
diately available when required.
Extended or steep mountain descents
should be driven in the gear in which
only minimal periodic brake application
is required. This avoids excessive strain
on the brakes and possible impairment
of the braking effect.
Do not coast with the clutch
depressed or with the transmis-
sion or selector lever in neutral. Do not
drive with the engine switched off. The
engine provides no braking effect when
the clutch is depressed or the transmis-
sion is in neutral, and there is no
power-assist for braking or steering
when the engine is not running.
BMW recommends having brake
inspections performed at a BMW
Sports Activity Vehicle center only. If
you do not, parts of the four-wheel
drive system could be damaged.
Never allow floor mats, carpets or any
other objects to protrude into the area
around the accelerator, clutch and
brake pedals and obstruct their move-
ment.<
Brake pads
For your own safety: use only
brake pads that BMW has
released for your particular vehicle
model. BMW cannot evaluate non-
approved brake pads to determine if
they are suited for use, and therefore
cannot ensure the operating safety of
the vehicle if they are installed.<
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Information for your safety
The factory-approved radial tires are
matched to the vehicle and have been
selected to provide optimum safety and
driving comfort on your vehicle when
used correctly.
It is not merely the tire's service life, but
also driving comfort and – above all else
– driving safety which depend on the
condition of the tires and the mainte-
nance of the specified tire pressure.
Incorrect inflation pressure is a
frequent cause of tire damage. It
also significantly influences the road-
holding ability of your BMW. Check tire
inflation pressures – including the spare
wheel – regularly, refer to page 26, at
least every two weeks and before
beginning a longer trip. If this is not
done, incorrect tire pressures can
cause driving instability and tire
damage, ultimately resulting in an
accident.<
Tire tread – Tire damage
Inspect your tires frequently for tread
wear, signs of damage and for foreign
objects lodged in the tread. Check the
tread pattern depth.
Tread depth should not be allowed to
go below 0.12 in/3 mm, even though,
the legally specified minimum tread
depth, for example in Europe, is only
0.063 in/1.6 mm. Below a tread depth
of 0.12 in/3 mm there is an increased
risk of hydroplaning, even at relatively
moderate speeds and with only small
amounts of water on the road.
Tread wear indicators, refer to arrow,
are embedded around the tire circum-
ference in the base of the tire tread.
Their locations are indicated on the tire
sidewall with TWI – Tread Wear Indi-
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cator. At a tread depth of 0.063 in/
1.6 mm these indicators, signal that the
tires have reached the legally permis-
sible wear limit.
Do not drive on a deflated – flat –
tire. A flat tire greatly impairs
steering and braking response, and can
lead to complete loss of control over
the vehicle.
Avoid overloading the vehicle so that
the permitted load on the tires is not
exceeded. Overloading leads to over-
heating and causes damage inside the
tires. The ultimate result can assume
the form of a sudden air loss.
Unusual vibrations encountered during
normal vehicle operation, e.g. caused
by contact with curbs, etc., can indicate
a flat tire or some other vehicle mal-
function. This is also true for irregulari-
ties in the vehicle's handling character-
istics, such as a pronounced tendency
to pull to the left or right. Should this
occur, respond by immediately
reducing your speed.
Tire inflation pressures Tire condition
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Tire condition Tire replacement
Proceed carefully to the nearest
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center or
professional tire center, or have the
vehicle towed in to have it, its wheels
and tires inspected.
Tire damage up to and including blow-
outs can endanger the lives of both the
vehicle occupants and other road
users.<
DOT Quality Grades
Tread wear
Traction AA A B C
Temperature A B C
All passenger car tires must con-
form to Federal Safety Require-
ments in addition to these grades.<
Tread wear
The tread wear grade is a comparative
rating based on the wear rate of the tire
when tested under controlled condi-
tions on a specified government test
course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would
wear one and one-half – 1g – times as
well on the government course as a tire
graded 100. The relative performance
of tires depends upon the actual condi-
tions of their use, however, and may
depart significantly from the norm due
to variations in driving habits, service
practices and differences in road char-
acteristics and climate.
Traction
The traction grades, from highest to
lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
Those grades represent the tire's ability
to stop on wet pavement as measured
under controlled conditions on speci-
fied government test surfaces of
asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C
may have poor traction performance.
The traction grade assigned to
this tire is based on straight-
ahead braking traction tests, and does
not include acceleration, cornering,
hydroplaning, or peak traction charac-
teristics.<
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Temperature
The temperature grades are A, the
highest, B, and C, representing the
tire's resistance to the generation of
heat and its ability to dissipate heat
when tested under controlled condi-
tions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause
the material of the tire to degenerate
and reduce tire life, and excessive tem-
perature can lead to a sudden flat tire.
The grade C corresponds to a level of
performance which all passenger car
tires must meet under the Federal
Motor Car Safety Standard No. 109.
Grades B and A represent higher levels
of performance on the laboratory test
wheel than the minimum required by
law.
The temperature grade for this tire
is established for a tire that is
properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation, or
excessive loading, either separately or
in combination, can cause heat buildup
and possible a tire failure.<
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Quality grades can be found where
applicable on the tire sidewall between
tread shoulder and maximum section
width. For example:
Tread wear 200
Traction AA
Temperature A
Tire age
BMW recommends the replacement of
all tires – i.e. also of the spare tire, inde-
pendently of actual wear – when the
tires are no more than 6 years old, even
if a tire life of 10 years is possible.
The date on which the tire was manu-
factured is indicated by the code on the
sidewall:
DOT ... 2602 indicates that the tire was
manufactured in week 26 of 2002.
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Wheel and tire combinations
The right choice
Use only wheels and tires
approved by BMW for the corre-
sponding vehicle model, as otherwise
the tires may make contact with the
body as the result of tolerances despite
the same nominal size being used,
resulting in serious accidents. If non-
approved wheels and tires are used,
BMW cannot evaluate their suitability,
and therefore cannot be held liable for
driving safety.<
BMW tests certain tire brands for each
tire size, classifies them as road-safe
and approves them. Consult your
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center for
more information. Observe any regula-
tions applicable in the country of use,
e.g. requiring entry in the vehicle docu-
ments.
The correct wheel and tire combi-
nation affects different systems
such as ABS, ATC and DSC. The func-
tion of these systems is impaired if
improper wheel and tire combinations
are used.
For this reason, use only tires of the
same brand and tread pattern on the
vehicle and, for example, restore the
approved wheel and tire combination
following a flat tire as soon as
possible.<
The use of rims and lug bolts that
do not meet the specifications of
the original factory-installed equipment
will affect the safe operation of your
vehicle and may cause an accident and
personal injury.
Never mix tires of different design, such
as steel-belted radials with radial bias
belted or bias-ply tires, etc. Mixing tire
types will adversely affect roadholding
and can lead to loss of vehicle
control.<
Storage
Store wheels or tires in a cool, dry
place, protecting them against light
whenever possible. Protect the tires
against contact with oil, grease and
fuel.
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Choosing the right tire
BMW recommends winter tires – M+S
radial tires – for operation under
inclement winter driving conditions.
While so-called all-season tires with
M+S designation provide better winter
traction than summer tires with the load
ratings H, V, W, Y and ZR, they gener-
ally do not achieve the performance of
winter tires.
In the interests of safe tracking and
steering response, install radial tires
made by the same manufacturer and
with the same tread configuration on all
four wheels if you elect to mount winter
tires.
Do not exceed specified
maximum speeds
Never exceed the maximum speed
for which the tires are rated.
Unprofessional attempts by laymen to
service tires can lead to damage and
accidents.
Have this work performed by skilled
professionals only. Your BMW Sports
Activity Vehicle center will be glad to
assist you with both their expertise and
the proper equipment for your vehicle.<
Tire condition, tire pressure
Winter tires display a perceptible loss in
their ability to cope with winter driving
conditions once the tread wears to
below 0.16 in/4 mm, and should thus
be replaced.
Comply with the specified tire inflation
pressures — and be sure to have the
wheel and tire assemblies balanced
every time you change the tires.
Only certain snow chains have been
tested by BMW and classified and
approved as safe. Consult your BMW
Sports Activity Vehicle center for
details. The use of narrow-link BMW
snow chains is approved only in pairs
on the rear wheels and only with the
following tire sizes.
BMW X5 4.6is: 255/55 R18
All other models: 235/65 R 17.
Comply with all manufacturer's safety
precautions when mounting the chains.
Do not exceed a maximum speed of
30 mph/50 km/h.
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Hood
To unlock
Pull the lever located under the left-
hand side of the instrument panel.
Do not work on your vehicle
without appropriate skills. Failure
to work in an informed, professional
manner when servicing components
and materials constitutes a safety
hazard for vehicle occupants and other
road users. If you are not familiar with
the guidelines, please have the opera-
tions performed by your BMW Sports
Activity Vehicle center.<
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To open
Pull the release handle and open the
hood.
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To close
Allow the hood to fall from a height of
about 12 in/30 cm so that it audibly
engages.
To avoid injuries, be sure that the
travel path of the hood is clear
when it is closed, as with all closing
procedures
.
If it is determined that the hood is not
completely closed while driving, stop
immediately and close it securely.<
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1 Engine oil dipstick 141
2 Reservoir for brake fluid – under the
microfilter trim panel 144
3 Auxiliary terminal for jump
starting 162
4 Coolant expansion tank 143
5 Engine oil filler neck 141
6 Reservoir for windshield and
headlamp washer system 141
Engine compartment essentials
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Washer fluid Engine oil
Windshield and headlamp washer
system
Approximate capacity is 8.2 US quarts/
7.8 liters.
Fill with water and — if required — with a
washer antifreeze, according to manu-
facturer's recommendations.
It is more convenient to mix the
washer fluid before adding it to
the reservoir.<
Antifreeze agent for the washer
systems is inflammable. For this
reason, keep it away from sources of
flame and store it only in its original
containers. Store it so that it is inacces-
sible to children. Comply with the
instructions on the containers.<
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Checking oil level
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface
2. Switch the engine off after it has
reached normal operating tempera-
ture
3. After approx. 5 minutes, pull the
dipstick out and wipe it off with a
clean lint-free cloth, paper towel, or
similar material
4. Push the dipstick carefully all the way
into the guide tube and pull it out
again
5. The oil level should be in between
the two marks on the dipstick.
As with fuel economy, oil consumption
is directly influenced by your driving
style and vehicle operating conditions.
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The oil volume between the two marks
on the dipstick corresponds to approx.
1.1 US quarts/1 liter. Do not fill beyond
the upper mark on the dipstick. Excess
oil will damage the engine
BMW X5 4.6is:
If the vehicle's performance reserves
are used extensively – high-perfor-
mance driving – the oil level should be
maintained at the upper mark on the
dipstick.
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To add oil
While you should wait until the level has
dropped to just above the lower mark
before adding oil, you should never
allow the oil level to fall below this
marking.
BMW engines are designed to
operate without oil additives; the
use of additives could lead to damage
in some cases. This is also true for the
manual transmission, the automatic
transmission, the differential, and the
power steering system.<
Recommendation: have the oil changed
by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle
center.
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Continuous exposure to used oil
has caused cancer in laboratory
testing. For this reason, any skin areas
that come into contact with oil should
be thoroughly washed with soap and
water.
Always store oils, grease and similar
materials so that they are inaccessible
to children. Comply with warning labels
and information on containers.<
Comply with the applicable envi-
ronmental laws regulating the
disposal of used oil.<
Specified engine oils
The quality of the engine oil selected
has critical significance for the opera-
tion and service life of an engine. Based
on extensive testing, BMW has
approved only certain engine oils.
Use only approved BMW High Perfor-
mance Synthetic Oil.
If you are unable to obtain BMW High
Performance Synthetic Oil, you can add
small amounts of synthetic oil in
between oil changes. Use only oils with
the API SH specification or higher.
Ask your BMW Sports Activity
Vehicle center for details
concerning the specific BMW High
Performance Synthetic Oil or synthetic
oils which have been approved.<
You can also call BMW of North
America at 1-800-831-1117 or visit this
website: www.bmwusa.com to obtain
this information.
Viscosity ratings
Viscosity is the oil flow rating as estab-
lished in SAE classes.
The selection of the correct SAE class
depends on the climatic conditions in
the area where you typically drive your
BMW.
Approved oils are in SAE classes
5W-40 and 5W-30.<
These oils may be used for driving in all
ambient temperatures.
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Do not add coolant to the cooling
system when the engine is hot. If
you attempt to do so, escaping coolant
can cause burns.
To avoid the possibility of damage later
on, never use anything other than
factory-approved, nitrite and amino-
free extended-duty antifreeze with
corrosion inhibitor. Your BMW Sports
Activity Vehicle center is familiar with
the factory specifications.
Antifreeze and anticorrosion agents are
hazardous to health. You should always
store them in their original container
and in a location which is inaccessible
to children.
Extended-duty antifreeze with corro-
sion inhibitor contains the flammable
substance ethylene-glycol. For this
reason, do not spill antifreeze with
corrosion inhibitor on hot engine parts.
It could ignite and cause serious
burns.<
Checking coolant level and
adding coolant
Correct coolant level when the engine
is cold approx. +68 7/+20 6:
1. Start by turning the cap of the expan-
sion tank counterclockwise. Pause to
allow any accumulated pressure to
escape, then open
2. The coolant level is correct when the
end of the red float is aligned with
the upper edge of the filler opening,
refer to the arrow in the illustration,
or max. 0.8 in/2 cm higher, i. e. up to
the mark on the float, refer also to the
schematic diagram, next to the cap
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3. If necessary, add coolant. Slowly add
coolant until the correct level is
reached – do not overfill.
Comply with the applicable envi-
ronmental laws regulating the
disposal of extended-duty antifreeze
with corrosion inhibitor.<
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Brake fluid level
If the indicator lamp for the
brake hydraulic system appears
or if the CHECK BRAKE FLUID
warning appears in the Check
Control: the brake fluid level is
too low.
Add brake fluid
The brake fluid reservoir is located
under the microfilter housing trim panel
on the driver's side of the vehicle. For
adding brake fluid or for determining
and correcting the cause of brake fluid
loss, consult your BMW Sports Activity
Vehicle center. Your BMW Sports
Activity Vehicle center is familiar with
the specifications for factory-approved
brake fluids – DOT 4.
Brake fluid loss may result in extended
brake pedal travel. For this situation,
refer to the notes on page 132.
Brake fluid is hygroscopic, that is,
it absorbs moisture from the air
over time.
In order to ensure the safety and reli-
ability of the brake system, have the
brake fluid changed every two years by
a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center.
Refer also to the Service and Warranty
Information Booklet for US models or
the Warranty and Service Guide
Booklet for Canadian models.
Brake fluid is toxic and damages the
vehicle's paint. You should always store
it in its original container and in a loca-
tion which is out of reach of children.
Do not spill the fluid and do not fill the
brake fluid reservoir beyond the
MAX mark. The brake fluid could ignite
upon contact with hot engine parts and
cause serious burns.<
Comply with the applicable envi-
ronmental laws regulating the
disposal of brake fluid.<
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The BMW Maintenance System has
been designed as a reliable means of
providing maximum driving and oper-
ating safety – and as cost-effectively as
possible for you.
Please keep in mind that regular main-
tenance is not only necessary for the
safety of your vehicle, but also plays a
significant role in maintaining the resale
value of the vehicle.
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Service Interval Display
Conventional systems rely solely on
distance traveled to determine when
service is due. The BMW Maintenance
System, on the other hand, began many
years ago to take the actual conditions
under which the vehicle is driven into
consideration. After all, different drivers
can accumulate mileage in very
different ways.
From the point of view of maintenance,
62,000 miles/100,000 km accumulated
in short-distance urban driving are not
the equivalent of the same distance
covered at moderate speeds in long-
distance highway travel.
The BMW Maintenance System
includes the Engine Oil Service and
Inspections I and II.
Determining the maintenance intervals
according to the actual loads on the
vehicle covers every kind of operating
situation. However, even those who
drive only short distances – significantly
less than 6,000 miles/10,000 km annu-
ally – should have the engine oil
changed at least every 2 years since oil
deteriorates over time, regardless of
use.
Service and Warranty Information
Booklet – US models/Warranty
and Service Guide Booklet –
Canadian models
For additional information on mainte-
nance intervals and procedures, please
refer to the Service and Warranty Infor-
mation Booklet for US models or the
Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for
Canadian models.
As a precaution against corrosion, it is
advisable to have the body checked for
damage from rocks or gravel at the
same time, depending upon operating
conditions.
Have your BMW Sports Activity
Vehicle center do the mainte-
nance and repair.
Be sure that all maintenance work is
confirmed in the Service and Warranty
Information Booklet for US models or
the Warranty and Service Guide
Booklet for Canadian models.
These entries will constitute your proof
that the vehicle has received regular
maintenance. They are also required for
warranty claims.<
Car care
For all information on this subject, refer
to the Caring for your vehicle manual.
The BMW Maintenance System
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Light-emitting diodes – LEDs
Light-emitting diodes installed behind
translucent lenses serve as the light
source for many of the controls and dis-
plays in your vehicle. The concept
behind their operation is related to that
employed for lasers.
Do not remove the protective lens
and avoid staring directly at the
unfiltered beam for several hours, as
inflammation of the iris could result.<
California laws require us to state the
following warning:
Engine exhaust, some of its con-
stituents, and certain vehicle com-
ponents contain or emit chemicals
known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects and
reproductive harm. In addition, certain
fluids contained in vehicles and certain
products of component wear contain or
emit chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash your hands after
handling.
Used engine oil contains chemicals that
have caused cancer in laboratory ani-
mals. Always protect your skin by
washing thoroughly with soap and
water.<
Technical modifications California Proposition 65 Warning
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OBD interface socket
The interface socket for the Onboard
Diagnostic is located on the left of the
driver's side at the bottom of the instru-
ment panel and under a cover. The
cover has the letters OBD on it.
The purpose of the OBD system is to
ensure proper operation of the emis-
sion control system for the vehicle's
lifetime. The system monitors emission-
related components and systems for
deterioration and malfunction.
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An illuminated lamp informs you
of the need for service, not of
the need to stop the vehicle.
However, the systems should be
checked by your BMW Sports Activity
Vehicle center at the earliest possible
opportunity.
Under certain conditions, the indicator
will blink or flash. This indicates a rather
severe level of engine misfire. When
this occurs, you should reduce speed
and consult the nearest BMW Sports
Activity Vehicle center as soon as pos-
sible. Severe engine misfire over only a
short period of time can seriously
damage emission control components,
especially the catalytic converter.
Service Engine Soon warning
lamp for Canadian models.
When the filler cap is not properly
tightened, the OBD system can
detect the vapor leak and the indicator
will light up. If the filler cap is subse-
quently tightened, the indicator should
go out within a few days.<
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Overview
Controls and features
Operation, maintenance
Owner service procedures
Index
Technical data
Repairs
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Under the cargo area floor in a pocket.
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Front
1. Move the wiper to a fold-out posi-
tion, refer to page 68
2. Lift the wiper arm and press the
securing spring, refer to arrow
3. Pull the wiper blade off toward the
wiper arm
4. Insert the new blade and snap it into
place.
Fold the wipers back down onto
the windshield before you turn the
ignition key to position 1 or 2 again. If
you do not, they could be damaged.<
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Rear
1. Hold the wiper blade on the window
and remove/unclip the wiper arm at
the articulated joint, refer to arrow
2. Insert a new wiper blade and press it
on/clip it into the wiper arm.
Use only wiper blades approved
by BMW.<
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Lamps and bulbs
The lamps and bulbs make essential
contributions to the safety of your
vehicle. For this reason, follow the
instructions below carefully when
replacing a bulb. If you are not familiar
with any of the procedures, consult
your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle
center.
Do not touch the glass portion of a
new bulb with your bare hands
since even small amounts of impurities
burn into the surface and reduce the
service life of the bulb. Use a clean
cloth, paper napkin, or a similar mate-
rial, or hold the bulb by its metallic
base.<
A replacement bulb set is available from
your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle
center.
Whenever working on the elec-
trical system, switch off the elec-
trical accessory you are working on or
disconnect the cable from the negative
terminal of the battery. Failure to do this
could result in short circuits.
Comply with any instructions provided
by the bulb manufacturer. If you do not,
injuries and damages during the bulb
replacement can occur.<
The right side of the engine compart-
ment.
1 Low beams
2 High beams
For checking and adjusting head-
lamp aim, please contact your
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center.<
Low beams
H7 bulb, 55 watts
The bulb is pressurized. There-
fore, wear safety glasses and
protective gloves. Failure to comply
with this precaution could lead to injury
if the bulb is accidentally damaged
during replacement.<
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1. Turn the bulb holder to the left, refer
to arrow, and remove
2. Remove and replace the bulb.
High beams
HB3 bulb, 60 watts
The bulb is pressurized. There-
fore, wear safety glasses and
protective gloves. Failure to comply
with this precaution could lead to injury
if the bulb is accidentally damaged
during replacement.<
1. Turn the bulb holder to the left and
remove
2. Disconnect the plug
3. Plug the new bulb into the plug
connector. Be sure that it is securely
engaged
4. Install in the opposite order.
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Xenon lamps*
The operating life of these lamp units is
extremely long and the likelihood of
failure very low, provided that they are
not switched on and off a very great
number of times. If one of these bulbs
should nevertheless fail, it is possible to
continue driving with great caution
using the fog lamps, provided traffic
laws in your area do not prohibit this.
Because of the extremely high
voltages involved, any work on the
xenon lighting system should be carried
out by technically-qualified personnel
only. Failure to comply with this creates
a risk of fatal injury.<
Turn signal indicators/Standing
lamps – side marker lamps – front
Dual-filament bulb, 28/8 watts
Please contact a BMW Sports Activity
Vehicle center in case of a malfunction.
Side turn signal indicators
5 watt bulb
1. Use finger pressure against the rear
end of the lamp, refer to arrow, to
press it forward for removal
2. Press gently on the bulb and turn it to
the left to remove it
3. Replace the bulb.
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Front fog lamps
H3 bulb, 55 watts
The bulb is pressurized. There-
fore, wear safety glasses and
protective gloves. Failure to comply
with this precaution could lead to injury
if the bulb is accidentally damaged
during replacement.<
1. Pull the cover in front of the fog lamp
forward
2. Loosen the two screws, refer to
arrows, and remove the fog lamp
3. Turn the cover cap on the rear of the
fog lamp to the left and remove
4. Unhook the wire clamp, remove the
contact base and replace the bulb.
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Lamps and bulbs
Tail lamp assembly
Tail lamp 2: 21/5 watt bulb
Remaining bulbs: 21 watts
1 Turn signal indicator
2 Rear lamps/Side marker lamps
3 Backup lamps
4 Brake lamps
5 Reflector
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Lamps in the side panel:
1. Open the cover in the side panel
2. Lift the side panel if necessary
3. Press gently on the bulb holder and
turn it to the left to remove it
4. Remove the bulb.
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Lamps in the tailgate:
1. Unclip the trim panel in the tailgate
with a screwdriver
2. Press gently on the bulb holder and
turn it to the left to remove it
3. Remove the bulb.
Center – high-mount – brake lamp
LED strip in the rear spoiler: please
contact a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle
center in case of a malfunction.
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License plate lamps
5 watt bulb
1. Press the lamp out to the side with a
screwdriver
2. Remove the lamp and replace the
bulb.
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Safety precautions in the event of
a flat tire or wheel change:
Stop the vehicle as far as possible from
passing traffic. Park on a firm flat, sur-
face. Switch on the hazard warning
flashers.
Turn the steering wheel to the straight-
ahead position, remove the key and
engage the steering lock. Shift into 1st
or reverse, selector lever in Park with
automatic transmission, and engage
the parking brake.
All passengers should be outside the
vehicle and well away from your imme-
diate working area, behind a guardrail,
for instance.
If a warning triangle or portable hazard
warning lamp is required, set it up on
the roadside at an appropriate distance
from the rear of the vehicle.
Comply with all safety guidelines and
regulations.
Change the wheel only on a level, firm
surface which is not slippery. Avoid
jacking the vehicle up on a soft or slip-
pery surface, snow, ice, very smooth
surfaces, etc., since it could slide side-
ways.
Position the jack on a firm support
surface.
Do not place wooden blocks or similar
objects under the jack. If this is done,
the jack might not be able to reach its
full support capacity because of the
limited height.
Do not lie under the vehicle or start the
engine when the vehicle is supported
by the jack. Failure to comply with this
creates a risk of fatal injury.<
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Changing a wheel
What you will need
In order to avoid rattling noises later,
note the position of the tools when you
remove them and return them to their
original position when you are through
using them.
>Two wedges – wheel chocks
Open the liftgate and tailgate.
In the cargo area, fold up the floor
cover or pull-out cargo floor, refer to
pages 123, 124 or 125.
Take out the wedges, refer to arrow,
next to the spare wheel
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>Lug wrench
Is located next to the spare wheel
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>Handle for the jack
Remove from its holder
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>Jack
Remove the rubber band from the
holder, refer to arrow, and take out
the jack.
When you have completed work,
screw the jack all the way back
down, remove the handle and insert it
into its holder.
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Spare wheel
1. Loosen the wing nut 1
2. Remove the plate 2 to the side
3. Unscrew the threaded rod 3
completely.
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Removal aid for the spare wheel
By using this device, you do not have to
lift the spare wheel out of the recess by
hand.
Its task is to help you to move the wheel
onto the tailgate, from where you can
easily lift it off.
1. Close the tailgate again
2. Grasp the handle of the removal aid
behind the spare wheel with both
hands and pull upward over the
tailgate, refer to arrow
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3. Hook both buckles into the latch of
the tailgate, refer to arrow; the tail-
gate is released
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4. Remove the support rod from the
bracket
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5. Press the tailgate down and hold it
there. The spare wheel is now pulled
by means of the removal aid onto the
tailgate
Hold the tailgate in the opened
position and do not allow it to
retract sharply upward. If you do so,
there is a risk of personal injury and
vehicle damage.<
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6. Insert the support rod in the tailgate
lock and press down until it engages,
refer to arrow 1; then lock hook of
rod in striker, refer to arrow 2
Be sure that the support rod is
locked firmly in place. If you fail to
do so, it could retract sharply upward
and cause personal injury and vehicle
damage.<
7. You can now release the locked tail-
gate and take the spare wheel down
from the tailgate. It is recommended
that you leave the tailgate locked into
place until you have completed the
wheel change and placed the wheel
with the defective tire into the
removal aid.
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Procedure
1. Read carefully and comply with the
safety precautions on page 154
2. Secure the vehicle to prevent it from
rolling:
Place the wedges (chocks) behind
the wheels on the side opposite the
side you are lifting. If the vehicle is
parked on a downward slope, place
the wedges securely in front of the
wheels. If the wheel must be
changed on a surface with a more
severe slope, take additional precau-
tions to secure the vehicle from
rolling
3. Loosen the lug bolts 1/2-turn
4. Insert the jack handle into the jack,
refer to the illustration in the next
column
5. Position the jack at the jacking point
closest to the flat tire so that the jack
base is vertically below the jacking
point and the entire surface of the
head of the jack will move into the
square recess of the jacking point,
refer to the illustration detail, when
the jack is cranked
6. Jack the vehicle up until the wheel
you are changing is raised from the
ground
7. Unscrew the lug bolts and remove
the wheel
8. Remove accumulations of mud or
dirt from the mounting surfaces of
the wheel and hub. Clean the lug
bolts
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9. Position the spare wheel. Secure
the wheel by turning at least two
lug bolts into opposite bolt holes
10. Screw in the remaining lug bolts.
Tighten all the bolts securely
11. Lower the jack and remove it from
beneath the vehicle
12. Tighten the lug bolts in a diagonal
pattern
13. Check and correct the tire inflation
pressure at the earliest opportunity.
Vehicles with Tire Pressure Monitor
RDC*:
After mounting the spare wheel or
correcting the tire inflation pres-
sure, reactivate the system, refer to
page 97.
Protect valve stems and valves from dirt
using screw-on valve stem caps. Dirt in
the valve stems frequently leads to slow
leaks.
The vehicle jack is designed for
changing wheels only. Do not
attempt to raise another vehicle model
with it or to raise any load of any kind.
To do so could cause accidents and
personal injury.
To ensure continued safety, have the
tightness of the lug bolts checked with
a calibrated lug wrench – torque speci-
fication: 101 lb-ft/140 Nm – at the
earliest opportunity.<
Store the wheel and the tools in the
order opposite that for removal.
Before removing the support rod,
be sure that the tailgate is held
down firmly. If you fail to do so, it could
retract sharply upward and cause per-
sonal injury and vehicle damage.
After you remove the rod, close the tail-
gate carefully. Continue to hold it firmly
until it is completely closed.<
If light-alloy wheels other than original
BMW light-alloy wheels have been
mounted, it may be necessary to use
different lug bolts for those wheels.
Replace the defective tire as soon as
possible and have the new wheel/tire
balanced.
Driving with spare wheel
With certain wheel-and-tire com-
binations the size of the spare
wheel differs from that of the other
wheels. The spare wheel is equivalent
to these in all speed and load ranges.
However, to restore the original state,
the normal wheel should be remounted
as soon as possible.
When the spare wheel is mounted, the
maximum speed rating is 130 mph/
210 km/h.<
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Battery posts, terminals and
related accessories contain lead
and lead compounds. Wash hands after
handling.<
Maintenance
The battery is maintenance-free, that is,
the original electrolyte will normally last
for the service life of the battery under
moderate climatic conditions.
For all questions that regard the
battery, please consult your
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center.
Since the battery is maintenance-free,
the following is for your information
only.<
Do not disconnect the battery
when the engine is running. If
you do so, the ensuing voltage surge
will damage the vehicle's onboard elec-
tronics.<
Charging the battery
Charge the battery in the vehicle only
when the engine is not running. Use the
connections provided in the engine
compartment. For correct connections,
refer to Jump-starting on page 162.
Disposal
Return used batteries to a recyc-
ling point or your BMW Sports
Activity Vehicle center. Maintain the
battery in an upright position for trans-
port and storage. Secure the battery
against tilting during transport.<
In the glove compartment
Open the glove compartment and turn
the two quick-release fasteners to the
left.
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Fuses
In the cargo area
Open the right cover by pulling the
handle.
Do not attempt to repair a burned
fuse or replace it with a fuse
having a different color or ampere
rating. To do this could cause a fire in
the vehicle resulting from a circuit over-
load.<
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When your battery is discharged you
can used two jumper cables to start
your vehicle with power from the bat-
tery in a second vehicle. You can also
use the same method to help start
another vehicle. Always use jumper
cables with fully insulated handles on
the terminal clamps.
Do not touch the live parts while
the engine is running. Failure to
comply with this creates a risk of fatal
injury. Carefully observe the following
instructions to avoid personal injury
and/or damage to one or both vehi-
cles.<
1. Make sure, that the battery on the
support vehicle is rated at 12 volts.
This information is provided on the
battery label
2. Switch off the engine of the support
vehicle. Switch off all electrical
accessories in both vehicles – except
the hazard warning flashers of the
support vehicle
3. Make absolutely certain that there is
no contact between the bodywork of
the two vehicles – risk of short circuit 4. The so-called jump start auxiliary ter-
minal in the engine compartment of
your BMW acts as the positive bat-
tery terminal. The cap of this jump
start auxiliary terminal is identified by
a + symbol. To open, tip up the cap,
refer to arrow.
First connect a jump start cable to
the positive terminal of the dis-
charged battery, and the other end to
the positive terminal of the support
vehicle
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5. With the second jumper cable, con-
nect the negative terminals of the
two vehicles. First connect the cable
to the support vehicle's negative bat-
tery terminal or a suitable ground on
its engine or bodywork, and then the
other end to the negative battery ter-
minal or a suitable ground on the
engine or bodywork of the vehicle
being started. There is a special nut
for this purpose on the left side panel
of your BMW, refer to the arrow in
the illustration
Always adhere to this sequence
when connecting jumper cables;
failure to observe this procedure can
lead to sparks at the battery terminals
and pose an injury hazard.<
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6. Start the support vehicle's engine
and let it run at an increased idling
speed for a few minutes
7. Start the engine on the vehicle
needing the jump-start, and allow it
to run as usual. If the first start
attempt is not successful, wait a few
minutes before another attempt in
order to allow the discharged battery
to recharge
8. Before disconnecting the jumper
cables let the engines run for a few
minutes
9. Then disconnect the jumper cables
in reverse sequence.
Depending on the cause of the fault,
have the battery recharged by your
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center.
Do not use spray starter fluids to
start the engine.<
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Tow fitting
The screw-in tow fitting is stored
beneath the cargo area floor. Carry it
with you at all times. This fitting is
designed for installation in the tow
sockets located at the front and rear of
the vehicle, and is intended for towing
on paved road surfaces only.
It should not be used to pull a vehicle
out of deep snow, mud, sand, etc.
Always observe all applicable towing
laws and regulations.
Access to tow sockets
Front:
Use a screwdriver to press the right or
left cover out, refer to arrows.
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Pull the cover off.
Screw the tow fitting in until it is
tight. If you do not, the threads
could be damaged.
Do not tow the vehicle by any compo-
nents of the running gear, or lash them
down in any way. If you do so, the com-
ponents could be damaged, leading to
possible accidents.<
Use only a nylon towing strap to tow
the vehicle, since the inherent resil-
ience of this material helps protect both
vehicles from sudden jerking move-
ments.
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that the tow rope is pulled tightly
when the towing vehicle begins to
move.<
Do not tow a vehicle heavier than
your own. If you do, it is no longer
possible to control vehicle response.<
Tow-starting
It is not possible to start the engine of a
vehicle equipped with an automatic
transmission by towing or pushing.
For instructions on Jump starting refer
to page 162.
Never attempt to use your vehicle to
push another vehicle. If you do so,
damage to the energy-absorbing
bumpers could result.
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Towing the vehicle
Towing a vehicle with automatic
transmission
1. Place the selector lever in position N
2. Towing speed:
Maximum 45 mph/70 km/h
3. Towing distance:
Maximum 95 miles/150 km
4. Turn the ignition key to position 1 to
ensure that the brake lamps, turn
signal indicators, horn and wind-
shield wipers remain operative, and
to prevent the steering lock from
engaging
5. Switch on the hazard warning
flashers, comply with country-spe-
cific regulations.
In the event of electrical malfunction,
find some means of identifying the
vehicle in tow, for instance, place a sign
or warning triangle in the rear window.
Make sure that the ignition key
remains in position 1 even when
the electrical system has failed. This will
prevent the steering lock from
engaging. The steering and brakes are
without power assist when the engine is
not running. This means that increased
effort is required for steering and
braking.<
Towing with a commercial tow
truck
>Do not tow with sling-type equipment
>Use a wheel-lift or flatbed carrier
>Please comply with applicable towing
laws.
Never allow passengers to ride in
a towed vehicle for any reason.<
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Towing with a raised axle
1. Place the gearshift lever or selector
lever in Neutral
2. Turn the ignition key to position 0 or
remove it
3. Towing speed:
Maximum 30 mph/50 km/h
4. Towing distance:
Maximum 95 miles/150 km.
Remove the rear driveshaft for
longer towing distances with the
front axle lifted; remove the front drive-
shaft for towing over longer distances
with the rear axle lifted. Failure to
comply with this will result in damage to
the transfer box.<
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An engine performance test is authorized only on an appropriate chassis dynamometer.
BMW X5 3.0i BMW X5 4.4i BMW X5 4.6is
Displacement
Number of cylinders cu in/cm3181.8/2,979
6268.4/4,398
8281.9/4,619
8
Maximum output
at engine speed hp
rpm 225
5,900 290
5,400 340
5,700
Maximum torque
at engine speed Ib-ft/Nm
rpm 214/290
3,500 324/440
3,600 350/475
3,700
Compression ratio 10.2 10.0 10.5
Stroke
Bore in/mm
in/mm 3.53/89.6
3.31/84 3.26/82.7
3.62/92.0 3.35/85.0
3.66/93.0
Fuel-injection system Digital electronic engine-management system
Engine specifications
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All dimensions are given in inch/mm. Height: with level control system: 67.2/1,707; without level control system:
67.5/ 1,715. Height with roof-mounted luggage rack: with level control system: 68.5/1,740; without level control
system: 68.8/1,748. Track width X5 3.0i: 62.0/1,576; X5 4.6is: front 61.7/1,566, rear 62.8/1,596.
Min. turning circle dia.: 39.7 ft/12.1 meters
73.7/1,872 85.8/2,180
61.4/1,560 61.4/1,560
111/2,820
184/4,667
67.2/1,707
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BMW X5 3.0i BMW X5 4.4i BMW X5 4.6is
Curb weight – with one person, ready for operation, full tank of fuel, options not included
with manual transmission
with automatic transmission Ibs/kg
Ibs/kg 4,533/2,056
4,586/2,080 –
4,824/2,188 –
4,824/2,188
Approved gross vehicle weight
with manual transmission
with automatic transmission Ibs/kg
Ibs/kg 6,005/2,724
6,005/2,724 –
6,005/2,724 –
6,005/2,724
Approved front axle load Ibs/kg 2,787/1,264 2,787/1,264 2,787/1,264
Approved rear axle load Ibs/kg 3,307/1,500 3,307/1,500 3,307/1,500
Approved roof load capacity Ibs/kg 220/100
Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight.
Cargo area capacity cu ft/l 16.4 – 54.4/465 – 1,540 – according to DIN
69.04/1,955 – according to SAE
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Capacities
Notes
Fuel tank
Reserve gal./liters
gal./liters approx. 24.6/approx. 93
approx. 2.0/approx. 8 –
BMW X5 3.0i
approx. 2.5/approx. 10 –
BMW X5 4.4i, 4.6is
Fuel specification: page 26
Windshield washer system
with headlamp washer system quarts/liters approx. 8.2/approx. 7.8 For details: page 141
Cooling system including
heater circuit quarts/liters 11.1/10.5 – BMW X5 3.0i
13.7/13.0 – BMW X5 4.4i, 4.6is For details: page 143
Engine oil and filter change quarts/liters 8.0/7.5 – BMW X5 3.0i
8.5/8.0 – BMW X5 4.4i, 4.6is BMW High Performance
Synthetic Oil
For details: page 142
Manual and automatic transmission,
transfer box and differential – – Lifetime fluid, no fluid
change required
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Overview
Controls and features
Operation, maintenance
Owner service procedures
Index
Technical data
Index
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A
ABS Antilock Brake
System 20, 132
Accessories 9
Activated-charcoal
filter 110
Adaptive brake light 98
Adding
brake fluid 144
coolant 143
engine oil 141
washer fluid 141
Adjusting
head restraints 47
mirrors 53
seats 44
steering wheel 52
thigh support 45
Air conditioner 102
Air distribution 103, 107
Air outlets 102, 105
Air supply 103, 107
Airbags 20, 55
Alarm system 39
Antifreeze 143
Antilock Brake System
ABS 20, 132
Anti-theft system 31
Approved gross vehicle
weight 170
Aquaplaning 132, 134
Arrival time 87
Ashtray
front 117
rear 118
AUC Automatic recirculated-
air control 108
Automatic climate
control 105
removing condensation
from the windows 107
Automatic cruise control 71
Automatic curb monitor 51
Automatic dimming
exterior rearview
mirrors 54
interior rearview mirror 54
Automatic headlamp
control 99
Automatic recirculated-air
control AUC 108
Automatic steering wheel
adjustment 52
Automatic transmission with
Steptronic 65
Average fuel
consumption 80
Average speed 80, 88
Avoiding unintentional
alarms 40
Axle loads 170
B
Backup lamps 65
bulb replacement 153
Battery 160
charge 160
discharged 163
Battery charge indicator
lamp 19
Battery, disposal 160
Belts 49
Beverage holder 116
Blower 103, 107
BMW comfort seat 46
BMW High Performance
Synthetic Oil 142
BMW Maintenance
System 145
BMW sports seat 45
BMW Universal
Transmitter 112
Brake fluid 144
Brake fluid level 144
Brake lamps
bulb replacement 153
Brake light, adaptive 98
Brake system 132
brake fluid 144
brake fluid level 133
brake pads indicator 21
disc brakes 133
hydraulic system
indicator 19
malfunctions 132
Break-in procedures 130
Bulbs and lamps 151
C
California Proposition
65 Warning 146
Can holder, refer to
beverage holder 116
Capacities 171
Cargo area 38, 120
capacity 170
cover 120
lamps 101
partition net 122
Cargo floor, pull-out 124
Cargo loading 126
Cellular phone 116
hands-free system 116
Center – high-mount – brake
lamp 153
Center (high-mount) brake
lamp 153
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Central locking system 30
button 35
Changing a wheel 155
CHECK button 77
Check Control 77
Check tire pressures 26
Checking
engine oil level 142
Child-safety locks 60
Cigarette lighter
front 117
rear 118
socket 118
Clean the windshield 69
Climate control in the rear
passenger area 109
Clock 82
refer also to the Owner's
Manual for the Onboard
Computer
Cockpit 14
Code 88
activating 88
deactivating 88
selecting 88
Comfort seat 46
Compartments 116
Computer 80, 81, 85
refer also to the Owner's
Manual for the Onboard
Computer
remote control 89
Configuring individual
settings via Vehicle and
Key Memory 61
Consumption, fuel 87
Convenience operation of
windows and sliding/tilt
sunroof 34
Convenience starting
feature 63
Coolant 143
temperature gauge 76
Copyright notice 4
Correct sitting posture 44
seat adjustment 44
Cruise control 71
Cruising range 80, 87
Cup holder 116
Curb weight 170
D
Data link connector for On-
board Diagnostics 147
Date
calling up 82
changing 82
refer also to the Owner's
Manual for the Onboard
Computer
Daytime driving lamp 99
DBC Dynamic Brake
Control 21, 92
Deactivating the interior
motion sensor 32, 40
Deep water 131
Defrosting the
windows 104, 107
Digital clock 82
refer also to the Owner's
Manual for the Onboard
Computer
Dimensions 169
Dipstick, engine oil 142
Disc brakes 133
Displacement 168
Display lighting 100
Displays 15, 16, 17, 18
Disposal
used batteries 160
used oil 142
Disposal of battery 160
Distance from
destination 86
Distance warning 90
Divided rear backrest 120
Door keys 30
Doors
convenience operation 34
manual operation 34
remote control 32
unlocking and locking 34
DOT Quality Grades 135
Drink holder, refer to
beverage holder 116
Driving notes 132
Driving through water 131
Driving with spare
wheel 159
Driving your BMW X5 131
DSC Dynamic Stability
Control 21, 91
Dynamic Brake Control
DBC 21, 92
Dynamic Stability Control
DSC 21, 91
E
Electric power windows 40
Electrical malfunction
liftgate 36
sliding/tilt sunroof 43
tailgate 38
Elements of operation 14
Emergency operation
doors 34
liftgate 36
sliding/tilt sunroof 43
tailgate 38
Energy control 74
Engine
output 168
power rating 168
specifications 168
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Engine compartment
essentials 140
Engine coolant 143
Engine oil 141, 142
consumption 141
grades 142
level 20
pressure 19
Estimated time of arrival 87
Exterior mirrors 53
Exterior rearview mirrors,
automatic dimming
feature 54
F
Failure of an electrical
accessory 160
Filling the windshield washer
reservoir 141
First-aid kit 24
Fittings, tow-starting and
towing 164
Flashlight 115
Flat tire 98, 134, 155
Fog lamps 100
bulb replacement 152
Folding rear backrest 120
Footbrake 133
Front area lighting 101
Front fog lamps 100
Front seat adjustment 44
Frost protection,
radiator 143
Fuel 26
capacity 171
display 75
gauge 75
quality 26
specifications 26
Fuel consumption 87
average 87
Fuel filler door 24
electrical malfunction 24
Fuses 160
G
Garage-door opener 112
Gasoline 26
General driving notes 132
Glasses compartment 117
Glove compartment 115
Gross vehicle weight 170
Ground clearance 131
H
Handbrake 64
Hands-free system 116
Hazard warning flashers 14
Hazard warning triangle 24
HDC Hill Descent
Control 93
Head restraints 47
Headlamp flasher 68
Headlamp washer
system 69, 141
Heated seats 51
Heated steering wheel 53
Heating and
ventilation 102, 105
Heating while stopped 109
Heavy cargo 126
Height 169
Height adjustment
seats 46
steering wheel 52
High beams 22, 100
bulb replacement 151
High-mount brake lamp 153
Hill Descent Control
HDC 93
Holder for cans, refer to
beverage holder 116
Hood 139
Hood release 139
Hydraulic Brake Assistant
refer to DBC 21
Hydroplaning 132, 134
I
Ice warning 73
Identification, tires 137
Ignition key 30
Ignition lock 62
Imprint 4
Independent ventilation
system 84, 111
switching on and off 84
Indicator lamps 19
Inflation pressures,
tires 134
monitoring 97
INSPECTION 76
Instrument
cluster 15, 16, 17, 18
Instrument lighting 100
Instrument
panel 15, 16, 17, 18
Intensive cleaning
system 69
Interior lamps 101
remote control 32
Interior mirrors 54
Interior motion sensor 40
Interior rearview mirror,
automatic dimming
feature 54
Interlock 62
Intermittent wipe 68
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Jack 155, 156, 158
Jump-starting 162
K
Key Memory 61
Keys 30
Keys with radio remote
control 30
Kickdown mode 66
L
Lamps and bulbs 151
Lashing eyes 38, 126
LATCH – Lower Anchors and
Tethers for CHildren –
child-restraint system 60
Lead-free gasoline 26
Length 169
License plate lamps
bulb replacement 154
Liftgate 36
opening from the
inside 36
release following an
electrical
malfunction 36, 38
remote control
operation 32
Lighter 117
LIGHTS ON warning 99
Load-securing devices 126
Louvers 102, 105
Low beams 99
automatic 99
bulb replacement 151
Low-fuel warning lamp 75
Lug bolts 158
Lug wrench 155
Luggage net 38
Luggage straps 38
Lumbar support 46
M
M+S radial tires 138
Maintenance 76, 145
Maintenance System 145
Malfunction displays 77
Manual operation
doors 34
fuel filler door 24
liftgate 36
sliding/tilt sunroof 43
tailgate 38
Manual transmission 64
Master key 30
Maximum cooling 108
Mechanical seat 45
Memory 50
driver's seat 50
mirrors 50
steering wheel 50
Messages concerning
system malfunctions 77
MID Multi-Information
Display 81
digital clock 82
Mirror defrosting 53
Mirror memory 50
Mirrors 53
Modifications,
technical 9, 146
Monitoring inflation
pressure, tires 97
Moonroof 42
Multifunction buttons,
steering wheel 23
Multi-Information Display
MID 81
digital clock 82
N
Navigation system, refer to
the separate Owner's
Manual
O
OBD interface socket 147
Odometer 73
Oil
additives 142
consumption 142
dipstick 142
grades 142
temperature gauge 75
Oil change interval, refer to
the Service and Warranty
Information Booklet for US
models or to the Warranty
and Service Guide Booklet
for Canadian models
Oil level 20
indicator lamp 20
Oil pressure, indicator
lamp 19
OILSERVICE 76
Onboard computer, refer to
the separate Owner's
Manual
Onboard Diagnostic
system 147
Onboard tool kit 150
Opening and closing
from the inside 35
from the outside 34
using the key 34
using the remote
control 31
Outlets, ventilation 102, 105
Outside temperature
display 73
in the computer 80
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P
Park Distance Control
PDC 90
Parking aid 90
Parking brake 20, 64
Parking lamps 99
Particle filter 104, 110
Passenger side mirror tilt
function 51
PDC Park Distance
Control 90
Please fasten safety belts
warning lamp 20
Poor driving conditions 131
Power loss
sliding/tilt sunroof 43
Power outlets
flashlight 124
other appliances 124
vacuum cleaner 124
Power rating 168
Power rear-seat
backrests 48
Power seat 46
Power windows 40
safety switch 41
Pull-out cargo floor 124
R
Rain sensor 68
RDC Tire Pressure
Monitor 97
warning lamp 19, 21
Rear backrests, folding
down 120
Rear lamps 153
Rear passenger area climate
control 109
Rear seats, power 48
Rear window
defroster 103, 108
Rear window wiper 70
blade replacement 150
Rear-seat backrest, folding
down 120
Rear-seat backrests,
power 48
Rearview mirrors
exterior 53
interior 54
Rechargeable flashlight 115
Recirculated-air
mode 103, 108
Reclining seat 44
Refueling 24, 181
Releasing
hood 139
tailgate following an
electrical malfunction 38
Reminder signal – Memo 83
Remote control 31
computer 89
Removal aid for the spare
wheel 156
Removing condensation
from the
windows 104, 107
Replacing
antifreeze, radiator 143
bulbs 151
fuses 160
windshield wiper
blades 150
Reporting safety defects 10
Reservoir, washer
system 141
Residual heat 106, 109
Reverse 65
Rims 137
Roller sun blinds 111
Roof load capacity 170
Roof-mounted luggage
rack 127
S
Safe seating position 44
with airbags 44
with safety belts 44
Safety belts 49
height adjustment 49
Safety defects, reporting 10
Safety lock buttons 35
Seat adjustment 44
Seat belts 49
Seat, electric power 46
Seat heating 51
Seat, mechanical 45
Seat memory 50
Seat, mirror and steering
wheel memory 50
Securing cargo 38, 126
Selector lever, automatic
transmission 66
Self-leveling
suspension 94, 131
inactive 94
warning lamp 21
Service and Warranty
Information Booklet for US
models 145
Service Engine Soon
indicator lamp 21
Service Interval
Display 76, 145
Set temperature 107
Shiftlock 66
Shoulder support 47
Side airbags 55
Side Impact Head Protection
System 55
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Side lamps 99
bulb replacement 152
Sitting safely with
airbags 44
Sitting safely with safety
belts 44
Ski bag 119
Sliding/tilt sunroof 42
closing following an
electrical malfunction 43
convenience operation 34
power loss 43
remote control 32
Snow chains 138
Socket
power supplies 118
vacuum cleaner 118
Spare key 30
Spare tire 156
Spare wheel 156
removal aid 156
Spare wheel, driving 159
Speaker 116
Special features of winter
tires 138
Special wash program 69
Speed 88
Speed control 71
Speed limit 85, 86
Speedometer 15, 17, 18
Sports seat 45
Standing lamps 100
Starting assistance 163
Starting problems 63, 163
Starting the engine 62, 63
Steering lock 62
Steering wheel
adjustment 52
adjustment, automatic 52
heating 53
lock 62
memory 50
Steering wheel with
multifunction buttons 23
Steptronic 65
Stopwatch 83
Storage compartments 116
in the cargo area 123
Summer tires 137
Sunroof 42
Sunshades 111
Switching off the engine 63
Switch-on times
input 84
Symbols 8
Synthetic oils 142
System malfunction
indicators 77
T
Tachometer 74
Tail lamps 153
bulb replacement 153
Tailgate 37
opening from the
outside 36
release following an
electrical malfunction 38
remote control
operation 32
Tank capacity 171
Technical
modifications 9, 146
Telephone preparation 116
Temperature display,
outside
temperature 73, 80
Temperature gauge 75, 76
Temperature
layering 104, 109
Temperature setting 107
Thigh support
adjustment 45
Third brake lamp 153
Tilt alarm 32
Tilt alarm sensor 40
Tilt function, passenger side
mirror 51
Time
calling up 82
changing 82
of arrival, estimated 87
Timer
refer to Stopwatch
refer also to the Owner's
Manual for the Onboard
Computer
Tire 134
damage 134
pressure monitoring 97
replacement 135
tread 134
Tire condition 134
Tire inflation
pressures 26, 134
monitoring 97
table 27
Tire Pressure Monitor
RDC 97
warning lamp 19, 21
Tire Quality Grading 136
Tools 150
Torque 168
Tow fittings 164
Towing the vehicle 164
Tow-starting 164
Track width 169
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Traction Control System,
refer to DSC 91
Transmission 64, 65
Transporting children
safely 58
Tread depth, tires 134
Trip odometer 73
Turn signal indicator 68
bulb replacement 152
Turning circle 169
Two-axle self-leveling
suspension 94
display 95
lowering 96
raising 95
U
Uniform Tire Quality
Grading 136
Universal Transmitter 112
Used batteries,
disposal 160
Used oil, disposal 142
V
Vacuum cleaner
power outlet 124
socket 118
Valve caps 159
Variable Ride Height 94
Vehicle battery 160
Vehicle jack 155
Vehicle keys 30
Vehicle Memory 61
Vehicle vacuum cleaner
power outlet 124
socket 118
Ventilation 102, 104, 109
draft-free 104, 109
in the rear 104, 109
while parked 111
Viscosity 142
Voice entry 23
W
Warm feet – cool head 104
Warning lamps 19
Warning messages 77
Warning triangle 24
Warranty and Service Guide
Booklet for Canadian
models 145
Washer fluid 141
Washer reservoir, filling 141
Washer/wiper system 68
Weights 170
Wheel and tire
combinations 137
Wheel, changing 155
Wheelbase 169
Wheels and tires 137
Width 169
Windows 40
convenience operation 34
remote control 32
Windshield
intensive cleaning
program 68
special wash program 68
Windshield washer
filling reservoir 141
Windshield wiper 68
blade replacement 150
Winter tires 138
Wiper blade
replacement 150
Wipers 68
Work in the engine
compartment 139
X
Xenon lamps 152
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cations available when you stop to
refuel, we recommend that you supple-
ment this table with data which apply to
your vehicle.
Consult the index for individual
specifications.
Fuel
Please enter your preferred fuel here.
Engine oil
The oil volume between the two marks
on the oil dipstick corresponds to
approx. 1.1 US quarts/1 liter.
Designation
Quality
Tire inflation pressures Summer Winter
Front Rear Front Rear
4 persons
5 persons or 4 plus luggage
Refueling
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