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  • Page 1 Owner's Manual for Contents Vehicle The Ultimate Driving Machine Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 735 - 03 11 500...
  • Page 3 We therefore strongly suggest: X6 xDrive35i X6 xDrive50i Read this Owner's Manual before starting off in your new BMW. It contains important information on vehicle operation that will X5 M help you make full use of the technical features available in your X6 M BMW.
  • Page 4 © 2011 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich, Germany Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. US English II/11, 03 11 500 Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 735 - 03 11 500...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Communication The fastest way to find information on a partic‐ ular topic or item is by using the index, refer to Telephone page 302. Office Contacts Using this Owner's Manual ConnectedDrive Notes Mobility At a glance Refueling Cockpit Fuel iDrive Wheels and tires Voice activation system...

  • Page 6: The Fastest Way To Find Information On A Partic

    Information on BMW, e.g., on technology, is All options and special equipment are marked available on the Internet: bmwusa.com.

  • Page 7: California Proposition 65 Warning

    We recommend that you read this publication on a BMW safely and without risk to either the thoroughly. Your vehicle is covered by the fol‐ vehicle, its operation, or its occupants. Genuine lowing warranties: BMW Parts, BMW Accessories and other prod‐...

  • Page 8: Reporting Safety Defects

    Canadian models If the vehicle is not maintained according to these specifications, this could result in serious damage to the vehicle. Such damage is not cov‐ ered by the BMW New Vehicle Limited War‐ ranty. Reporting safety defects For US customers The following only applies to vehicles owned and operated in the US.
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  • Page 11: At A Glance

    At a glance These overviews of buttons, switches and displays are intended to familiarize you with your vehicle. You will also become quickly acquainted with the available control concepts and options. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 735 - 03 11 500...

  • Page 12: Cockpit

    Cockpit All around the steering wheel Rear window safety switch  41 beams  81 Power windows  40 Exterior mirror operation  53 Automatic headlamp con‐ trol*  82 Lamps Adaptive light control*  82 Instrument lighting  84 High-beam Assistant*  83 Front fog lamps*  84 Head-up Display*  117 Parking lamps  81 Steering column stalk, left Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 735 - 03 11 500...
  • Page 13 13 Horn, the entire surface Computer  73 15 Cruise control lever Settings and information about the Cruise control*  108 vehicle  71 BMW X6: shifting up or down with automatic Active cruise control*  102 transmission  69 Instrument cluster  14 16 Steering wheel buttons, left Steering column stalk, right Telephone*  216...

  • Page 14: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument cluster Turn signal indicator lamp ▷ BMW X5: reserve display for diesel ex‐ haust fluid  249 Speedometer Display for Indicator/warning lamps  15 ▷ Automatic transmission position  69 Active cruise control*  102 ▷ HDC Hill Descent Control  98 Tachometer  72 ▷ Computer  73 BMW X5: current fuel consumption  72...

  • Page 15: The Concept

    Indicator/warning lamps In urgent cases, this information will be shown as soon as the corresponding lamp comes on. The concept Indicator lamps without text messages The following indicator lamps notify you that certain functions are active: Symbol Function or system Parking brake set, refer to page Canada: parking brake set, refer to...

  • Page 16: All Around The Center Console

    All around the center console Headliner  17 Open the tailgate  33  36 Control Display  19 Hazard warning system  280 Active seat*  49 Central locking system  33 Park Distance Control PDC*  110 View*  114 Opening glove compartment  134 Backup camera*  112 Automatic climate control with 2-zone con‐ HDC Hill Descent Control  97 trol  120 Automatic climate control with 4-zone con‐...
  • Page 17 DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ Parking brake  63 trol  96 DTC Dynamic Traction Con‐ 11 Adaptive Drive*  99 trol  97 12 Selector lever for automatic transmis‐ Side View*  116 sion  69 Controller with buttons  18 Automatic Hold  64 All around the headliner Emergency Request*  280 Reading lamps  85 Glass sunroof*  42  43 Interior lamps  85 Indicator lamp for the front pas‐...

  • Page 18: Idrive

    iDrive The concept Using the iDrive during a trip To avoid becoming distracted and posing The iDrive combines the functions of a multitude an unnecessary hazard to your vehicle's occu‐ of switches. Thus, these functions can be oper‐ pants and to other road users, never attempt to ated from a central location.

  • Page 19: Control Display

    Operating concept Buttons on controller Press the button Function Opening the main menu Press the button. MENU Opens the main menu. RADIO Opens the Radio menu. Opens the CD/Multimedia menu. Opens the Navigation menu. Opens the Telephone menu. BACK Displays the previous The main menu is displayed.

  • Page 20: Options Menu

    Options menu The previous panel is opened again by pressing the BACK button. In this case, the The "Options" menu consists of various areas: current panel is not closed. ▷ Screen settings, e.g., "Switch off control ▷ Move the controller to the right. display".
  • Page 21 Example: setting the clock Status information Setting the clock Status field The following information is displayed in the sta‐ Press the button. The main menu is tus field at the top right: displayed. ▷ Time. Turn the controller until "Settings" is high‐ ▷...
  • Page 22 Selecting* the display Symbol Meaning SIM card* is missing. Press the button. "Split screen" Enter the PIN*. Move the controller until the split screen is selected. Entertainment symbols Press the controller or select "Split screen content". Symbol Meaning Select the desired menu item. CD/DVD* player.
  • Page 23 Displaying the button assignment Switching between upper and lower case letters Use a finger to touch the buttons. Do not wear gloves or use objects. Depending on the menu, you can switch be‐ tween entering uppercase and lowercase let‐ The key assignment is displayed at the top edge ters.

  • Page 24: Voice Activation System

    Voice activation system* The concept Terminating the voice activation system ▷ The voice activation system can be used to Briefly press the button on the steering wheel operate functions by means of spoken com‐ or ›Cancel‹. mands. The system prompts you to make your entries.

  • Page 25: Adjusting The Volume

    Adjusting the volume ▷ ›Help with voice activation‹: information about the principle of operation for the voice Turn the volume button while giving an instruc‐ activation system is announced. tion until the desired volume is set. ▷ The volume remains constant even if the Example: playing back a CD volume of other audio sources is changed.
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  • Page 27: Controls

    Controls This chapter is intended to provide you with information that will give you complete control of your vehicle. All features and accessories that are useful for driving and your safety, comfort and convenience are described here. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 735 - 03 11 500...

  • Page 28: Opening And Closing

    Opening and closing Remote control/key Integrated key Buttons on the remote control Press button 1 and pull out the key. The integrated key fits the following locks: Unlocking ▷ Driver's door, refer to page 32. Locking ▷ Cargo floor cover in cargo area, refer to Opening tailgate page 137.

  • Page 29: Central Locking System

    The individual settings are stored for a maximum ▷ Adaptive Drive*: selected chassis and sus‐ of four remote controls. They are stored for two pension tuning, refer to page 99. remote controls if Comfort Access* is in use. ▷ Light settings: ▷...

  • Page 30: Using The Remote Control

    ▷ In cars with Comfort Access*, via the door "Unlock button:" handles. The following takes place simultaneously when locking/unlocking the vehicle via the remote control: ▷ The welcome lamps, interior lamps and courtesy lamps* are switched on and off. ▷ The alarm system* is armed or disarmed, refer to page 39.
  • Page 31 Retrieving the seat, mirror, and Press the button on the remote control for at steering wheel settings* least 3 seconds. The driver's seat, exterior mirror, and steering To switch off the alarm: press any button. wheel positions* selected last are stored for the Unlocking tailgate currently used remote control.

  • Page 32: Manual Operation

    Access* contains a battery that may need to be replaced, refer to page 39. 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: When unlocking: LX8766S Turning the key once unlocks the driver's...

  • Page 33: Unlocking And Opening

    ▷ "Lock after start. to drive" The vehicle locks automatically after you drive away. BMW X5: upper tailgate Opening The tailgate pivots back and up when it opens. Ensure that adequate clearance is available be‐ fore opening.
  • Page 34 Provide edge protection From the cargo area, press out the handle in Sharp or angular objects can hit the rear the tailgate, refer to arrow, with a screw‐ window while driving and damage the heating driver and pull. The tailgate is unlocked. wires of the rear window.
  • Page 35 Adjusting the opening height ▷ By pressing the button in the center console again. When adjusting the opening height, en‐ sure that there is a clearance of at least 4 in/ ▷ By pressing the button on the remote 10 cm above the tailgate. Otherwise, the ceiling control for a longer period.
  • Page 36 If the tailgate offers increased resistance, do not forcefully open or close the tailgate; oth‐ erwise, injury or damage may result.◀ BMW X5: lower tailgate Opening Opening The tailgate pivots back and up when it opens. Ensure that adequate clearance is available be‐...
  • Page 37 Closing Open or close the tailgate slowly and with‐ out making sudden movements. Danger of pinching Do not use force to open or close Make sure that the closing path of the tail‐ gate is clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◀ If the tailgate offers increased resistance, do not forcefully open or close the tailgate;...

  • Page 38: Starting The Engine

    Unlocking Unlocking the tailgate separately Press the button on the exterior of the tailgate. This corresponds to pressing the button. If a remote control accidentally left in the cargo area is detected in the locked vehicle, the tail‐ gate opens again. The hazard warning flashers flash and a signal* sounds.

  • Page 39: Alarm System

    Alarm system Warning lamps The warning lamp in the instrument The concept cluster lights up when you attempt to start the engine: the engine cannot be The vehicle alarm system responds to: started. ▷ Opening of a door, the hood or the tailgate. The remote control is not in the vehicle or has a ▷...

  • Page 40: Power Windows

    Indicator lamp on the interior rearview Avoiding unintentional alarms mirror The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor can be switched off together, such as in the fol‐ lowing situations: ▷ In duplex garages. ▷ During transport on car-carrying trains, at sea or on a trailer.

  • Page 41: Side Windows

    Do not use window accessories ▷ Press the switch beyond the resist‐ Do not install any accessories in the range ance point. of movement of the windows; otherwise, the The window opens automatically. pinch protection system will be impaired.◀ Pressing again stops the motion. Closing without the pinch protection Closing system...
  • Page 42 Opening/closing the sliding visor Do not open the window while the roller sunblind is tilted You can move the sliding visor independently Do not open the window while the roller sunblind with the sunroof closed or tilted. is tilted; otherwise, there is a risk of damage at ▷...
  • Page 43 BMW X6: glass sunroof*, Each time the glass sunroof is opened or closed all the way, it stops in the comfort position. If electric desired, continue the motion following this with the switch. General information Danger of pinching After the ignition is switched off Monitor the closing process and make The roof can still be operated for approx.
  • Page 44 The glass sunroof and sliding visor can be extreme situations, such as when thin objects opened together. Close the sliding visor man‐ are present.◀ ually. Closing without the pinch protection Convenient operation, refer to page 30, via the system remote control or the door lock. Convenient closing, refer to page 38, with Com‐...

  • Page 45: Adjusting

    Adjusting Sitting safely Adjusting manually* The ideal seating position can make a vital con‐ Forward/backward tribution to relaxed, fatigue-free driving. The seating position plays an important role in an accident in combination with: ▷ Safety belts, refer to page 50. ▷...

  • Page 46: Lumbar Support

    Adjusting electrically Backrest width* Shoulder support* Forward/backward Thigh support* Height Lumbar support* Seat tilt Backrest width* The width of the backrest can be changed with the side wings to adjust the side support to your own needs. Shoulder support* This also supports the back in the shoulder area, This creates a relaxed sitting position and helps relieve stress on the shoulder muscles.
  • Page 47 Press upper or lower section of switch. BMW X5: rear seats 2nd row seats If the row of seats is divided*, each side can be adjusted separately. Do not adjust the seat while driving Pull the lever and apply weight to or remove Never adjust the 2nd row seats while the weight from the backrest as needed.

  • Page 48: Seat Heating

    Seat heating* page 132, and, if necessary, slide the 2nd row seats slightly forward. Front Pull the lever, refer to arrow. The backrest is unlocked. The temperature setting progresses one step through its control sequence each time you Fold up and engage the backrest. press the button.

  • Page 49: Seat Ventilation

    Active seat ventilation* and Temperature distribution with active seat ventilation seat heating* The heat output can be distributed variously in the seat cushion and the backrest. Front Press button 1. "Seat heating distribution" Seat heating Active seat ventilation Press button 1 or 2 once depending on the tem‐ Turn the controller to adjust the distribution.

  • Page 50: Safety Belts

    Your vehicle has been fitted with safety belts for belt buckle. the safety of you and your passengers. ▷ BMW X5: five or seven* safety belts. Unbuckling the belt ▷ BMW X6: four or five* safety belts. Hold the belt firmly.

  • Page 51: Head Restraints

    BMW X5: push the head restraints of the 3rd row Belt-force limiter seats* into the top position. The effect of the belt-force limiter on the driver's...

  • Page 52: Adjusting The Height

    Front seats: adjusting the distance from the back of the head BMW X5: rear seats and 3rd row seats* Adjusting the height Press the button and pull the headrest cushion forward or push it back.

  • Page 53: Safety Mode

    Seat, mirror, and steering Comfort function wheel memory* Open the driver's door after unlocking or switch on the radio ready state, refer to page 61. General information Briefly press the desired memory but‐ Two different driver's seat and front passenger ton 1 or 2.

  • Page 54: Interior Rearview Mirror

    At a glance Deactivating Slide the mirror changeover switch to the pas‐ senger's side mirror position. Fold in and out* Press button 3. Possible up to approx. 15 mph/20 km/h. For example, this is advantageous ▷ In car washes. ▷ In narrow streets.

  • Page 55: Steering Wheel

    Interior and exterior mirrors, automatic Fold the lever back. dimming feature* Do not use force to swing the lever back. Do not use force to swing the lever back up; otherwise, the mechanism will be dam‐ aged.◀ Electric* Two photocells are used for control: ▷...

  • Page 56: Transporting Children Safely

    3rd row seats Transporting children in the rear BMW X5: in vehicles with 3rd row seats*, make sure that the seat of the 2nd row seats on which Transport children younger than 13 years...

  • Page 57: Child Seat Security

    The rear safety belts ▷ BMW X5: all safety belts of the 2nd and 3rd row seats* ▷ BMW X6: all safety belts of the 2nd row seats And the safety belt for the front passenger can be locked to prevent extension in order to permit attachment of child restraint fixing systems.
  • Page 58 Mounting points LATCH mounting eyes BMW X5 Only use the mounting eyes for the upper LATCH retaining strap to secure child restraint fixing systems; otherwise, the mounting eyes could be damaged.◀...
  • Page 59 BMW X6: outer rear seats BMW X6: center rear seat Direction of travel Direction of travel Head restraint Head restraint Hook for upper retaining strap Strap guide Mounting point Hook for upper retaining strap Backrest Mounting point Upper retaining strap of child restraint fixing...

  • Page 60: Rear Doors

    Slide the head restraint into the bottom po‐ sition. Pull tether strap taut. Attaching the retaining strap to the BMW X6 backrest of the 2nd row seats Route the upper retaining strap over the middle of the head restraint. BMW X5...

  • Page 61: Driving

    Driving Ignition lock Start/Stop button Insert the remote control into the ignition lock Pressing the Start/Stop button switches the ig‐ nition on or off and starts the engine. The engine starts if the brake pedal is pressed Insert the remote control all the way into the ig‐ when you press the Start/Stop button.

  • Page 62: Diesel Engine

    Starting the engine car wash, for example, ensure that the ignition is not switched off accidentally.◀ For example, the ignition is not switched off in the following situations: ▷ The brake is applied. ▷ The low beams are switched on Starting the engine Remote control in the ignition lock or, with Com‐...

  • Page 63: While Driving

    Switching off the engine Setting manually Procedure Engage transmission position P with the ve‐ hicle stopped. Press the Start/Stop button. Set the parking brake. Remove the remote control from the ignition lock, refer to page 61. Pull the button. The parking brake is set. Before driving into a car wash The vehicle is able to roll when the following The indicator lamp lights up in red.
  • Page 64 Releasing manually Indicator lamp in Canadian models. Before driving away: ▷ Release the parking brake manually. ▷ Reactivate Automatic Hold. Leaving the vehicle with the engine run‐ ning Before leaving the vehicle with the engine run‐ ning, engage position P of the automatic trans‐ Press the button with the brake depressed.
  • Page 65 Driving Releasing the parking brake manually Automatic Hold is activated: the vehicle is auto‐ In the event of an electrical power loss or elec‐ matically secured against rolling when it stops. trical malfunction, you can release the parking brake manually. The indicator lamp lights up in green.
  • Page 66 Have the malfunction corrected at the nearest service center or at a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel. If the park‐ ing brake has been released manually in re‐ sponse to a malfunction, only technicians can return it to operation.◀...

  • Page 67: Rain Sensor

    The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐ The lever automatically returns to its initial po‐ rently in use. sition when released. ▷ Brief wipe: press down once. ▷ To switch off normal wipe: press down once. Washer/wiper system ▷...

  • Page 68: Washer Fluid

    Otherwise, there is the danger of fire and a risk BMW X5: rear window wiper to personal safety if the fluid is spilled.◀ Intermittent wipe All washer nozzles are supplied from one reser‐...

  • Page 69: Automatic Transmission With

    Automatic transmission with Press on the brake pedal until you start driving Steptronic To prevent the vehicle from creeping after you select a driving position, maintain pressure on Transmission positions the brake pedal until you are ready to start.◀ D Drive, automatic position Shifting into D, R, N Position for normal vehicle operation.
  • Page 70 With the transmission position M/S selected, the manual mode remains active. The Sport program is activated and DS is dis‐ played in the instrument cluster; in the BMW X6, S4 is displayed, for example. This position is recommended for a perform‐...

  • Page 71: Displays

    Displays Odometer, external Retrieving date temperature display, clock Press the button on turn signal lever upward; the date appears. Knob in the instrument cluster Set the date, refer to page 79. Time, external temperature, and date Pressing the button upward or downward sev‐ Odometer and trip odometer eral times changes the display between clock, external temperature, date, and Check Control...

  • Page 72: Engine Oil Temperature

    Tachometer Current fuel consumption* Displays the current fuel consumption. You can check whether you are currently driving in an ef‐ ficient and environmentally-friendly manner. Engine oil temperature* Never force the engine speed up into the red warning field, see arrow. In this range, the fuel supply is interrupted to protect the engine.

  • Page 73: Fuel Gauge

    Fuel gauge Computer Displaying information on the instrument panel The vehicle inclination may cause the display to vary. Notes on refueling, refer to page 246. Press the computer button on the turn signal lever. Reserve Information is displayed in the instrument clus‐ After the reserve range is reached: ter.

  • Page 74: Average Fuel Consumption

    Average fuel consumption This is calculated for the period during which the engine is running. You can have the average consumption for an‐ other trip displayed, refer to Displays on the Control Display below. To reset the average consumption: press the button on the turn indicator lever for ap‐...

  • Page 75: Service Requirements

    Service requirements Displays Symbol Function Service requirements Engine oil The remaining driving distance and the date of the next scheduled service are displayed briefly immediately after you start the engine or switch on the ignition. Roadworthiness test* The current service requirements can be read out from the remote control by the service spe‐...

  • Page 76: Check Control

    "Vehicle status" "§ Vehicle inspection" "Service required" Open the menu for entering the deadline. Required maintenance procedures and legally "Date:" mandated inspections are displayed. Create the settings. Additional information can be displayed on each Press the controller to apply the setting. The entry: year is highlighted.
  • Page 77 Symbols in some circumstances, an acoustic signal and text messages at the top of the Control Display. The following functions can be selected within the supplementary text message, depending on Indicator/warning lamps the Check Control message. ▷ "Service request" Contact the service partner. ▷...

  • Page 78: Speed Limit

    "Warning at:" Press the button on the turn signal lever downward. "CHECK OK" or the stored Check Control messages appear on the dis‐ play. „CHECK OK“ is shown if no messages are present. Check Control messages are accompanied by text messages on the Control Display. Press the button to display additional mes‐...
  • Page 79 Setting the time zone* Turn the controller until the desired minutes are displayed. "Settings" Press the controller. "Time/Date" The time is stored. Setting the time format "Settings" "Time/Date" "Format:" Select the desired format. The time format is stored. "Time zone:" Date Select the desired time zone.

  • Page 80: Setting The Language

    Language "Settings" "Language/Units" Setting the language To set the language on the Control Display: "Settings" "Language/Units" "Language:" Select the desired menu item. Select the desired unit. The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐ rently in use. Brightness Select the desired language. The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐...

  • Page 81: Lamps

    Lamps At a glance Welcome lamps When parking the vehicle, leave the switch in position : the parking and interior lamps light up briefly when the vehicle is un‐ locked. Activating/deactivating the welcome lamps "Settings" "Lighting" Lamps off and daytime running lights* "Welcome light"...

  • Page 82: Adaptive Light Control

    "Pathway light.: s" "Daytime running lamps" Set the duration. The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐ rently in use. The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐ rently in use. Adaptive light control* Automatic headlamp control* Switch position : the low beams are switched The concept on and off automatically, e.g., in tunnels, in twi‐...
  • Page 83 Malfunction the front of the interior rearview mirror. The as‐ sistant ensures that the high beams are A message is displayed. switched on whenever the traffic situation al‐ Adaptive light control is malfunctioning or has lows. The driver can intervene at any time and failed.

  • Page 84: Front Fog Lamps

    Activating/deactivating via iDrive The view field of the sensor is located on the front of the interior rearview mirror. "Settings" Do not cover this area with stickers, etc. "Lighting" Clean the sensor view field with a cloth mois‐ "High beam assistant" tened with a small amount of glass cleaner.

  • Page 85: Reading Lamps

    Switching the interior lamps on and off Press the button. To switch off permanently: press the button for approx. 3 seconds. To clear this setting: briefly press the button. Reading lamps Press the button. Reading lamps are located at the front and rear* next to the interior lamps.

  • Page 86: Safety

    Safety Airbags Front airbags Head airbags Side airbags Front airbags ▷ There should be no people, animals, or ob‐ jects between an airbag and a person. Front airbags help protect the driver and front passenger by responding to frontal impacts in ▷...

  • Page 87: Deactivation System

    Warnings and information on the airbags are ger seat unless they are specifically recom‐ also found on the sun visors. mended by BMW. ▷ Do not place objects under the seat that Automatic deactivation of the front could press against the seat from below.
  • Page 88 Airbag system malfunction Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the ar‐ rangement of the switches and indicator lamps ▷ Warning lamp does not light up in the radio may differ somewhat. ready state. The indicator lamp for the front passenger air‐ ▷...
  • Page 89 ▷ When the system has not been initialized. Reduce your speed and stop cautiously. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuvers. ▷ When driving on a snowy or slippery road surface. When a flat tire is indicated, DSC Dynamic Sta‐ bility Control is switched on if necessary. ▷...

  • Page 90: Tire Pressure Monitor Tpm

    Approx. 30 miles/50 km. Always use wheels with TPM electronics to en‐ sure that the system will operate properly. The possible driving distance after a loss of tire inflation pressure depends on the cargo load Reset the system after each correction of the and the driving style and conditions.

  • Page 91: Resetting The System

    All wheels are yellow Low tire pressure message ▷ A flat tire or major drop in inflation pressure The small warning lamp lights up yel‐ in several tires. low and the large warning lamp lights up red. A message appears on the ▷...
  • Page 92 Approx. 155 miles/200 km. The system detected a wheel change but was not reset. ▷ With a medium load: Warnings regarding the current tire inflation 2 persons, cargo area full, or 4 persons with‐ pressure are not reliable. out luggage: Check the tire inflation pressure and reset the Approx.

  • Page 93: Lane Departure Warning

    Switching on/off should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pres‐ sure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel effi‐ ciency and tire tread life, and may affect the ve‐...

  • Page 94: Brake Force Display

    The concept ▷ When the demarcation lines are covered by snow, ice, dirt or water. BMW X5 ▷ In tight curves or on narrow lanes. ▷ When the demarcation lines are covered by objects.
  • Page 95 BMW X6 ▷ During normal brake application, the outer brake lamps light up. ▷ During heavy brake application, the inner brake lamps light up in addition. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 735 - 03 11 500...

  • Page 96: Driving Stability Control Systems

    Driving stability control systems Antilock Brake System ABS DSC also recognizes unstable vehicle condi‐ tions, such as fishtailing or nose-diving. Subject ABS prevents locking of the wheels during brak‐ to physical limits, DSC helps to keep the vehicle ing. on a steady course by reducing engine speed and by applying brakes to the individual wheels.

  • Page 97: Traction Control

    Activating DSC ▷ When rocking a vehicle free or starting off in deep snow, sand, or on loose ground Press the button. ▷ When driving with snow chains*. DSC OFF and the indicator lamp in the instru‐ ment cluster go out. Deactivating/activating DTC Dynamic Traction Control For better control...

  • Page 98: Hill Descent Control Hdc

    "Torque distribution" DTC is activated. The current distribution of drive forces is indi‐ cated by arrows pointing to all four wheels. xDrive The highlighted arrows show the drive forces xDrive is the all-wheel-drive system of your ve‐ currently present. The longer an arrow is, the hicle.
  • Page 99 Displays* in the instrument cluster A target speed within the same range can be specified using the lever of the cruise control. On inclines over 10 %, you can reduce the speed to approx. 3 mph/4 km/h. Pull the lever of the cruise control beyond the resistance point, ar‐...

  • Page 100: Active Steering

    Chassis and suspension tuning Driving off without delay Two chassis and suspension tunings are avail‐ After releasing the foot brake, start driving able for selection. without delay, since the drive-off assistant will not hold the vehicle in place for more than ap‐ ▷...
  • Page 101 by the driver and thus stabilize the vehicle before the driver intervenes. Malfunction The warning lamp lights up yellow and a message is shown on the Control Display. The active steering is defec‐ tive or has been temporarily deacti‐ vated. At low speeds, greater steering wheel movements are required, whereas at higher speeds, the vehicle reacts more sensitively to steering wheel movements.

  • Page 102: Driving Comfort

    Driving comfort Active cruise control* can drop below the set speed when driving uphill if the engine output is not sufficient. With active cruise control you can select a de‐ Personal responsibility sired speed which is then automatically main‐ Active cruise control cannot detect stop tained when driving on open roadways and is signs, red lights, or any object that is stopped or varied to maintain a selected distance setting to...
  • Page 103 As with conventional cruise control systems, ac‐ Interrupting  104 deactivating  105 tive cruise control in no way reduces or substi‐ system tutes for the driver's own personal experience, Retrieving the stored desired speed and dis‐ responsibility, alertness and awareness in ad‐ tance  104 or driving away  105 justing speed, braking or otherwise controlling...
  • Page 104 Selecting the distance Interrupting the system ▷ Press the rocker down briefly: Press the lever up or down and additionally de‐ press the brake if the vehicle is stationary. The Increase the distance. mark in the speedometer changes color and the ▷...

  • Page 105: Warning Lamps

    While standing Displays in instrument cluster Before leaving the vehicle Before leaving the vehicle with the engine running, engage position P of the automatic transmission and apply the parking brake. Oth‐ erwise, the vehicle may begin to roll.◀ If a vehicle detected ahead of you slows to a halt and your vehicle is also brought to a halt by the system: ▷...

  • Page 106: Radar Sensor

    vention. The system applies the brakes until you ▷ This device must accept any interference actively assume control. received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Radar sensor Any unauthorized modifications or changes to these devices could void the user's authority to Position operate this equipment.
  • Page 107 Unexpected lane change ▷ Pedestrians or similarly slow road users. ▷ Red traffic lights. ▷ Stationary objects. ▷ Cross traffic. ▷ Approaching traffic. No warnings A warning may not be issued when ap‐ proaching a stationary or very slow-moving ob‐ stacle.

  • Page 108: Cruise Control

    the bend of the curve. Any deceleration of the when you approach a vehicle traveling at a much vehicle by the system can be compensated for lower speed than your own speed such as ap‐ by briefly accelerating. After the accelerator proaching a toll booth or when a much slower pedal is released, the system becomes active vehicle cuts in front of you at close range.◀...

  • Page 109: Warning Lamp

    Maintaining current speed by up to 5 mph/10 km/h until the minimum speed of 20 mph/30 km/h is achieved. Push, arrow 1, or pull, arrow 2, the lever to the resistance point. The system stores and maintains the speed. The car's current speed is stored and main‐ Interrupting the system tained.

  • Page 110: Park Distance Control Pdc

    cle with your own eyes. Otherwise, an accident ▷ Green: the system is active. could result from road users or objects located ▷ Orange: the system is interrupted. outside of the PDC detection range. Selected desired speed appears briefly Loud noises from outside and inside the vehicle If the display --- mph or --- km/h appears briefly, may prevent you from hearing the PDC's signal conditions may not be adequate to operate the...
  • Page 111 Switching on automatically ▷ If the vehicle stops in front of an object that is detected by only one of the corner sen‐ With the engine running or the ignition switched sors. on, shift the selector lever into position R. ▷...
  • Page 112 The image of the rear view camera is displayed. the region behind your vehicle is shown on the The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐ Control Display. rently in use. System limits Malfunction Check the traffic situation as well Check the traffic situation around the ve‐...
  • Page 113 Assistance functions Show the parking aid lines via the iDrive, refer to page 114. Functional requirement Parking using pathway and turning ▷ Rear view camera is switched on. lines ▷ Tailgate is completely closed. Position the vehicle so that the turning lines lead into the margins of the parking space.

  • Page 114: Top View

    Camera Show the obstacle marking via the iDrive, refer to page 114. Activating assistance functions Several assistance functions can be active at the same time. Showing the parking aid lines "Parking aid lines" Pathway and turning lines are displayed. The lens of the rear view camera is under the Showing the obstacle marking grasping lip of the tailgate.
  • Page 115 bol appears at the corresponding location on the When the distance to an object is small, the PDC vehicle. display correspondingly shows a red bar in front of the vehicle. Check the traffic situation as well Check the traffic situation around the ve‐ hicle with your own eyes.

  • Page 116: Side View

    Displaying turning lines and pathway Display lines The images from both cameras are shown si‐ ▷ The static, red turning line shows the lateral multaneously on the Control Display. space required when the wheel is fully Check the traffic situation as well turned.

  • Page 117: Head-Up Display

    "Brightness" Turn the controller until the desired setting is reached and press the controller. Contrast With the Side View switched on: "Contrast" Turn the controller until the desired setting is reached and press the controller. Cameras Switching on/off Press the button. The two camera lenses are located on the sides of the bumper.

  • Page 118: Height Adjustment

    Display "Settings" "Head-up display" "Brightness" Turn the controller. The brightness is adjusted. With the low beams switched on, the brightness can also be adjusted with the thumbwheel of the instrument lighting. The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐ Navigation instructions* rently in use.

  • Page 119: Climate

    Climate At a glance Air toward the windshield and side windows Air for the upper body Air to footwell Automatic climate control with 2-zone con‐ trol  120 Automatic climate control with 4-zone con‐ trol  124 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 735 - 03 11 500...
  • Page 120 Automatic climate control with 2-zone control Seat heating and ventilation, driver's ▷ Accessing setting for ventilation tem‐ side  49 perature on the Control Display Temperature, left side of passenger com‐ Switching cooling function on/off manually partment Automatic recirculated air control/recircu‐ AUTO program lated air mode Temperature, right side of passenger com‐...

  • Page 121: Rear Window Defroster

    To switch off the program: press the button again or manually adjust the air distribution. Intensity of the AUTO program Pressing the AUTO button repeatedly adjusts the intensity of the AUTO program. The se‐ lected intensity, SOFT, MEDIUM or INTENSIVE, appears on the display of the automatic climate control.

  • Page 122: Residual Heat

    Selecting program Air flows out of the vents for the upper body re‐ gion. Open them for this purpose. Press the button repeatedly until the desired program is shown on the Con‐ Air is cooled as quickly as possible: trol Display. ▷...
  • Page 123 Use the lever to change the direction of the air flow Press any button to switch the automatic cli‐ mate control back on. BMW X5: heating and ventilation, 3rd row seats Front ventilation The air in the area of the 3rd row seats can be heated or recirculated.
  • Page 124 ▷ Activating heating and distributing air in footwell: Turn toward front ▷ Distributing air in storage compartment area between seats: Turn toward rear Button for switching on the blower: LED is lit The heating is not ready for operation without Temperature, left rear seating area switching on the blower.
  • Page 125 When switching between different temperature air flow settings in rapid succession, the automatic cli‐ mate control does not have sufficient time to BMW X5 adjust the set temperature. Air volume, manual The air flow rate can be varied by press‐...
  • Page 126 The system can be switched on and off at any The symbol on the automatic climate control external temperature, either directly or by using flashes when the system has been switched on. a preset switch-on time. It remains switched on The system will only be switched on within the for 30 minutes.

  • Page 127: Interior Equipment

    Interior equipment Integrated universal remote Programming control* The concept This system can replace up to three different hand-held transmitters for various types of re‐ mote-controlled equipment, such as garage doors or lighting systems. The hand-held transmitter signal can be pro‐ grammed on one of the three memory buttons.
  • Page 128 lease the button on the hand-held transmit‐ Press the button on the receiver of the de‐ ter several times for 2 seconds. vice to be set. You have approx. 30 seconds for the next step. To program additional hand-held transmit‐ ters, repeat steps 3 to 5.

  • Page 129: Digital Compass

    Digital compass* Operating concept Various functions can be called up by pressing the adjustment button with a pointed object such as a pen. The following adjustment options are displayed one after the other, depending on how long the adjustment button is pressed: ▷...
  • Page 130 Rear ▷ The cardinal direction displayed does not change even if the direction of travel changes. BMW X6 ▷ Not all compass directions are shown. Procedure Make sure that there are no large metal ob‐ jects or overhead power lines in the vicinity of the vehicle and that there is enough space to drive in a circle.

  • Page 131: Connecting Electrical Devices

    To access the socket: remove the cap or pull out To access the socket: fold open the cover. the cigarette lighter*. Rear center console* BMW X6: in the rear console The arrangement of the sockets* may vary with Slide the cover back. the equipment.

  • Page 132: Cargo Area

    Cargo area BMW X5: luggage compartment roller cover Lay the case on the left-hand side and push it forward, arrow 1. Swing the case toward the inside, see ar‐ row 2. Push the case forward at the ends until it Pull out the luggage compartment roller cover engages in the two side brackets.
  • Page 133 The rear seat backrest is divided. You can fold down both sides separately in order to expand the cargo area. BMW X6: before folding the rear seat backrest forward Before folding the rear seat backrest forward or using the ski bag, remove beverage containers from the cupholder and close the cupholder.◀...

  • Page 134: Storage Compartments

    Storage compartments Glove compartment ▷ Do not connect devices such as fans or lamps to the USB interface. Opening ▷ Do not connect a USB hard drive. ▷ Do not use the USB interface to recharge external devices. Center armrest front* Storage compartment A storage compartment is located under the armrest between the front seats and, depending...

  • Page 135: Clothes Hooks

    Rear center armrest Clothes hooks BMW X6 and BMW X5 with 3rd row BMW X5 seats* The clothes hooks are located at the grab han‐ dles in the rear. BMW X6 Pull on the loop and fold down the center arm‐...
  • Page 136 Slide the cover back. The cupholders of the 3rd row seats are located in the center console between the seats. Rear BMW X6 BMW X5 Slide the cover forward. Unlock the center armrest with the button in the lower section of the opening and fold down.
  • Page 137 ▷ Retaining straps* on the left and right side trim for fastening small objects. ▷ Lashing rail with lashing eyes*. You can se‐ cure heavy-duty cargo straps on the lashing eyes. They can be removed at the notches in the rails. To move the lashing eyes, press the button.

  • Page 138: Ski Bag

    Press down the brackets, slide them up to the notches of the rails and remove them. BMW X5: insert the latch plate of the ski bag re‐ taining strap into the center safety belt buckle Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the that is marked CENTER.

  • Page 139: Securing Cargo

    Securing cargo After loading, secure the ski bag and its con‐ tents. Tighten the retaining strap on the ten‐ sioning buckle for this purpose. Securing the ski bag Secure the ski bag in this way. Failure to do so may cause it to endanger occupants dur‐ ing braking or evasive maneuvers.◀...
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  • Page 141: Driving Tips

    Driving tips This section provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating conditions. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 735 - 03 11 500...

  • Page 142: Things To Remember When Driving

    Things to remember when driving Breaking-in period Following part replacement The same breaking in procedures should be ob‐ General information served if any of the components mentioned above have to be renewed in the course of the Moving parts need to be broken in to adjust to vehicle's operating life.

  • Page 143: Diesel Particulate Filter

    Driving through water Soot particles are collected in the diesel partic‐ Maximum water depth: ulate filter and periodically burned away at high ▷ BMW X5: 20 inches/50 cm. temperatures. ▷ BMW X6: 17 inches/45 cm. During the cleaning period of several minutes: Adhere to water depth and speed limita‐...

  • Page 144: Driving In Wet Conditions

    Driving in wet conditions Should corrosion form on the brake discs, the brakes will tend to respond with a pulsating ef‐ When roads are wet or there is heavy rain, briefly fect that generally cannot be corrected. exert gentle pressure on the brake pedal every few miles.

  • Page 145: Stowing Cargo

    Stowing cargo 650 lbs: 1,400 lbs minus 750 lbs = 650 lbs. Determine the combined weight of luggage BMW X5 and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.
  • Page 146 BMW X6 ▷ Very heavy cargo: when the rear seat is not occupied, secure each of the outer safety belts in the BMW X5 in the opposite buckle. ▷ Heavy cargo: stow as far forward and as low ▷ Smaller and lighter items: secure with re‐...

  • Page 147: Driving On Poor Roads

    MAX mark. oramic glass sunroof*. BMW X5: the vehicle can be driven on uphill and downhill grades up to 50%. Loading ▷...

  • Page 148: Saving Fuel

    Driving with the glass sunroof/panoramic glass wheels. sunroof and windows open results in increased ▷ BMW X5 with M Sport Package*: if the ve‐ air resistance and raises fuel consumption. hicle is primarily used on poor roads or un‐ Check the tire inflation pressure...
  • Page 149 Have the maintenance carried out by your serv‐ ice center. Please also note the BMW Maintenance Sys‐ tem, refer to page 268. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 735 - 03 11 500...
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  • Page 151: Navigation

    Navigation This chapter contains various examples of how the navigation system can guide you reliably to your destination. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 735 - 03 11 500...

  • Page 152: Navigation System

    Navigation system* General information Performing an update Insert the navigation DVD into the DVD The navigation system can determine the pre‐ player with the labeled side facing up. cise position of the vehicle, with the aid of sat‐ Follow the instructions on the Control Dis‐ ellites and vehicle sensors, and can reliably play.

  • Page 153: Destination Entry

    155. ▷ Destination entry by voice*, refer to page 158. ▷ Enter the destination via BMW Assist*, refer to page 157. Select "State/Province" or the displayed Entries in stationary vehicle state/province. Enter data only when the vehicle is sta‐...

  • Page 154: Address Book

    Highlight the town/city. Select "In" with the state/province currently displayed. Select the town/city. All streets of the selected state/province are Entering the postal code* offered. The associated town/city is dis‐ played after the street name. Select "Town/City/Postal Code" or the dis‐ played town/city.
  • Page 155 to be checked as destinations, refer to "Store position as contact" or "Add position page 236. to contact" Select a contact in the list or, if desired, with Depending on the selection, choose an ex‐ "A-Z search". isting contact from the list. Select the type of address and enter the first and last name.

  • Page 156: Last Destinations

    Last destinations Special destinations At a glance Opening the search for special destinations The destinations previously entered are stored automatically. Selection of special destinations, such as hotels or tourist attractions. These destinations can be called up and used as a destination for destination guidance. "Navigation"...
  • Page 157 ▷ To shift the map diagonally: move the Destination entry via BMW Assist* controller in the required direction and turn it. A connection is established to the Concierge service, refer to page 238.

  • Page 158: Destination Entry By Voice

    Specifying the street ▷ When making a destination entry by voice, you can change between voice operation If the system does not recognize the street, one and iDrive. of the following pieces of information is dis‐ played: ▷ To have the available spoken instructions read out loud: ›Voice commands‹.
  • Page 159 Planning a trip with Depending on the entry, up to 20 towns/cit‐ ies may be suggested. intermediate destinations Select a location: New trip ▷ Select a recommended town/city: ›Yes‹. A trip can be planned with several intermediate ▷ Select a different town/city: ›New entry‹. destinations.
  • Page 160 If the second destination, for example, is Some options are not available for certain trips. highlighted when destination guidance is Deleting a stored trip started, the first destination is skipped. "Start guidance" "Navigation" This symbol marks the active leg of the "Stored trips"...

  • Page 161: Destination Guidance

    Destination guidance Starting destination ▷ Road types are part of the navigation data and are taken into consideration when plan‐ guidance ning a route, e.g., avoid highways. "Navigation" ▷ The recommended route may differ from the route you would take based on personal ex‐ Make a destination entry, refer to page 153.
  • Page 162 ▷ "Avoid toll roads": toll roads are avoided Highlight a route section. wherever possible. The route section is displayed on the split ▷ "Avoid ferries": ferries are avoided screen. where possible. Bypassing a section of the Route route Different views of the route are available during Calculate a new route for a route section.
  • Page 163 Map view Highlight a gas station. The position of the gas station is shown on Selecting the map view the split screen. "Navigation" Select the gas station. "Map" Select the symbol. "Start guidance": destination guidance to At a glance the selected gas station is started. "Add as another destination": the gas sta‐...
  • Page 164 Planned route Automatically scaled map scale After destination guidance is started, the plan‐ In the map view facing north, turn the controller ned route is displayed on the map. in any direction until the AUTO scale is dis‐ played. The entire route between the current lo‐ Status fields cation and the destination is displayed on the map.
  • Page 165 If your system has D. Neither Total Traffic Network, Inrix, Inc. or this capability the following additional terms BMW NA will be liable to you for any indirect, and conditions apply: special, consequential, exemplary, or inci‐ An End-User shall no longer have the right dental damages (including, without limita‐...
  • Page 166 ▷ The traffic bulletins for the surrounding area the symbols for the traffic obstructions are dis‐ are stored in a list. played. The symbol in the function bar of the map Additional information in the map view view turns red if there are traffic bulletins that affect the calculated route.
  • Page 167 Destination guidance with traffic Open "Options". bulletins "Dynamic guidance" Semi-dynamic destination guidance When traffic bulletin reception is switched on, semi-dynamic destination guidance is active. The destination guidance system takes the available traffic information into account. A mes‐ sage is displayed depending on the route, the traffic bulletins, and the possible detour routes.

  • Page 168: What To Do If

    What to do if... ▷ The current transmission position cannot be displayed? The vehicle is located in an unrecognized region, is in a poor reception area, or the system is currently determining the posi‐ tion. Reception is usually best when you have an unobstructed view of the sky.
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  • Page 171: Entertainment

    Entertainment This chapter helps assure your enjoyment when receiving radio stations and playing CDs, DVDs, and tracks from the music collection. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 735 - 03 11 500...

  • Page 172: Tone

    Tone General information Adjusting the equalizer "CD/Multimedia", "Radio" or "Settings" The sound settings are stored for the remote "Tone" control currently in use. "Equalizer" Select the desired setting. Treble, bass, balance, and fader ▷ "Treble": treble adjustment. ▷ "Bass": depth adjustment. ▷...
  • Page 173 Volume ▷ "Speed volume": speed-dependent volume control. ▷ "PDC": volume of the PDC signal* com‐ pared to the entertainment sound output. ▷ "Gong": volume of the signal, such as the safety belt reminder, compared to the en‐ tertainment sound output. ▷...

  • Page 174: Radio

    Radio Controls Select the desired station. All saved stations are stored for the remote con‐ Volume, on/off trol currently in use. Change wave band Change entertainment sources Changing the station Change station/track Turn the controller and press it Programmable memory buttons Press the button Sound output Press the buttons on the steering wheel, refer to...
  • Page 175 Selecting a station manually HD Radio™ reception* Station selection via the frequency. Many stations broadcast both analog and digital signals. "Radio" License conditions "FM" or "AM" HD Radio™ technology manufactured under li‐ "Manual" cense from iBiquity Digital Corp. U. S. and For‐ To select the frequency: turn the controller.

  • Page 176: Satellite Radio

    When reception is poor, the substation is muted "Category" for several seconds. If reception is interrupted for an extended period, it switches back to the main station. Satellite radio* General information The channels are offered in predefined pack‐ ages. The packages must be enabled by tele‐ Select the Unsubscribed Channels cate‐...

  • Page 177: Selecting A Category

    The phone number and an electronic serial Press the controller again. number, ESN, are displayed. Press the controller again to confirm the Call Sirius to unsubscribe from the chan‐ highlighted channel. nels. Selecting channels You can only listen to enabled channels. The selected channel is stored for the remote control currently in use.
  • Page 178 Opening the timeshift function "Radio" "Radio" "Satellite radio" "Satellite radio" "Replay - Time shift" "Replay - Time shift" "Automatic time shift" To deactivate: "Automatic time shift" Storing favorites Up to 30 favorites can be stored in the favorites list. Available favorites are artist, track, game, league, and team.
  • Page 179 Opening the favorites Selecting a region If an activated favorite is played back, the fol‐ "Radio" lowing message appears for approx. 20 seconds "Satellite radio" "Favorite alert!". Open "Options". "Favorites" "Set jump" Select the symbol while the message is shown. Select the desired region.
  • Page 180 Stored stations General information It is possible to store up to 40 stations. Calling up a station "Radio" "Presets" Select the desired station. Storing a station The station currently selected is stored. "Radio" "Presets" "Store station" Select the desired memory location. The list of stored stations is stored for the re‐...

  • Page 181: Cd/Multimedia

    CD/multimedia Controls Starting playback A CD/DVD is located in the CD/DVD player or in the CD/DVD changer*. "CD/Multimedia" "CD/DVD" Select the desired CD or DVD. Volume, on/off Eject CD/DVD CD/DVD drive Change the entertainment source Change station/track Programmable memory buttons Symbol Meaning CD/DVD player...

  • Page 182: Random Playback

    Selecting the track using the iDrive Displaying* information on the track Audio CDs If information about a track has been stored, it is displayed automatically: Select the desired track to begin playback. ▷ Interpret. ▷ Album track. CDs/DVDs with compressed audio files ▷...
  • Page 183 Automatic repeat* "DVD menu" The selected CDs/DVDs are repeated automat‐ ically. Video playback* Country codes Only DVDs with the code of the home region can be played back; also refer to the information on the DVD. Start the DVD via the DVD menu. Code Region USA, Canada VCD/SVCD...
  • Page 184 "DVD menu" "Subtitles" The DVD menu is displayed. The display de‐ Select the desired language or "Do not pends on the contents of the DVD. display subtitles". To select menu items: move the controller and press it. To change to the video menu: turn the controller and press it.

  • Page 185: Controls And Displays

    CD/DVD changer* "Additional options" "Zoom mode" In the glove compartment Selecting a track The BMW CD/DVD changer for six CDs/DVDs is located in the glove compartment. DVD video: Turn the controller when the DVD menu is Controls and displays displayed.
  • Page 186 Sliding in CDs/DVDs To eliminate the malfunction: Do not insert the CD/DVD until the LEDs Press one of the buttons: on the DVD slot are flashing; otherwise, the CD/ ▷ DVD or the CD/DVD changer could be damaged. Do not continue to push on the CD/DVD; this ▷...
  • Page 187 Home-recorded CDs/DVDs Do not remove the cover ▷ Possible reasons for malfunctions with BMW CD/DVD players and changers are home-recorded CDs/DVDs are inconsistent officially designated Class 1 laser products. Do data creation or recording processes, or not operate if the cover is damaged; otherwise, poor quality or old age of the blank CD/DVD.

  • Page 188: Music Collection

    DTS Digital Surround™ This product and service may practice one or more of the following U.S. Patents: #5,987,525; #6,061,680; #6,154,773, #6,161,132, Manufactured under license under U.S. #6,230,192, #6,230,207, #6,240,459, Patent Numbers: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; #6,330,593, and other patents issued or pend‐ 5,974,380;...

  • Page 189: Music Search

    "Storing..." Connect the USB device to the USB inter‐ face in the glove compartment, refer to page 134. "CD/Multimedia" "Music collection" Open "Options". "Music data import/export" "Import music (USB)" "Cancel storing" The storage process is interrupted and can be continued at any time. Continuing the storage process "CD/Multimedia"...
  • Page 190 Current playback Select the desired category. The list of tracks that was generated last by the music search, or the album that was selected last. "CD/Multimedia" "Music collection" "Current playback" Select the desired entry. ▷ Select "A-Z search", refer to page 23, and input the desired entry.
  • Page 191 The first track is played automatically, if pos‐ Highlight the desired album. sible. Open "Options". "Rename album" Change directories if needed to select tracks. Select the letters individually. To go up a level in the directory: move the controller to the left. Deleting an album An album cannot be deleted while a track from Random playback...

  • Page 192: External Devices

    Music collection Open "Options". "Music data import/export" Backing up the music collection "Restore music from USB" The entire music collection can be stored on a USB device. Make sure there is enough free Deleting the music collection memory capacity on the USB device. "CD/Multimedia"...
  • Page 193 Connecting USB audio interface*/mobile phone audio interface* At a glance It is possible to connect external audio devices. They can be operated via iDrive. The sound is output on the vehicle loudspeakers. Connectors for external devices ▷ Connection via USB audio interface: Apple iPod/iPhone, USB devices, e.g., MP3 play‐...
  • Page 194 Connecting Copy protection Music tracks with integrated Digital Rights Man‐ agement (DRM) cannot be played. Playback "CD/Multimedia" "External devices" Select the symbol. The USB audio interface is in the center armrest. Connection of Apple iPod/iPhone via USB audio interface Connect using a flexible adapter cable. Connect the Apple iPod/iPhone to the USB in‐...
  • Page 195 first letter. If multiple letters are entered, "CD/Multimedia" all results that contain that sequence are "External devices" displayed. Open "Options". ▷ Select the desired entry from the list. "Random" Fast forward/reverse Press and hold the button. Video playback* At a glance Video playback via snap-in adapter possible.

  • Page 196: Bluetooth Audio

    ▷ The device is suitable. Details can be found You are prompted by the iDrive or device to at www.bmw.com/bluetooth. enter the same Bluetooth passkey. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 735 - 03 11 500...
  • Page 197 Enter the passkey and confirm. Select the desired device from the list of paired devices. Open "Options". "Configure phone" Activate "Audio". "OK" Connecting the device "CD/Multimedia" "Bluetooth® (audio)" Select the desired functions with which the device is to be connected, for instance If necessary, "Bluetooth®...
  • Page 198 Select the symbol. Open "Options". "Remove phone from list" Select the desired track from the list, if nec‐ essary. What to do if... Playback menu* Information on suitable devices can be found at Depending on the particular device, some of the www.bmwusa.com/bluetooth.

  • Page 199: Software Update

    Select desired version* to display additional in‐ Note formation*. While the software is being updated or a previ‐ ous version is being restored, BMW Assist*, Of‐ Updating software via USB* fice functions*, and the connected devices are The software may only be updated when the ve‐...

  • Page 200: Dvd System In Rear

    DVD system in rear* General information Controls With the DVD system in the rear you can play CDs and DVDs with audio, video and image data. The DVD system can also play data from at‐ tached external audio and video devices. Audio output is possible both via headphones and via the vehicle speakers.

  • Page 201: Remote Control

    Connecting headphones You can connect headphones with a jack plug or operate them using the infrared interface. To enable optimal use of the infrared interface, use infrared headphones that comply with the IEC 61603-2 standard. Compatible infrared headphones and informa‐ tion about supported headphones are available Turn the display screen, arrow 1 at your service center.

  • Page 202: Changing Batteries

    Changing batteries "Volume" Turn the controller until the desired volume is set and press the controller. Switching DVD system on/off Press the button on the CD-/DVD player or un‐ der the desired screen. The DVD system switches on automatically when a CD or DVD is inserted. Press the detent and remove the cover.

  • Page 203: Starting Playback

    stances. In this case, try to make the selection Code Region using the DVD-specific menu. Southeast Asia Press the button on the remote control Australia, Central and South America, during playback. New Zealand Northwest Asia, North Africa China DVDs with the code 0 can be played on all devi‐ ces.
  • Page 204 Fast forward/reverse Freeze frame Press the button on the remote control Forward/reverse with DVD control during playback. Press the button on the remote control during playback. Select the symbol. Press the button. Press the button several times to in‐ crease the fast forward/reverse speed. The DVD playback will be distorted.
  • Page 205 ▷ "Tone": On some DVDs, you can use "Main menu" and "Title" to access additional menus in ▷ "Treble / Bass" and "Balance": sepa‐ which you can select music scenes, for ex‐ rately adjustable for the left and right ample. headphones and the infrared head‐...

  • Page 206: Selecting A Track

    Select "Play". To play back audio tracks from a DVD, refer to Compressed audio files, refer to page 207. Press the button. To start playback if a CD is already in the drive: To change the directory: Open the start menu with the remote con‐ Select the directory.
  • Page 207 Settings and playback functions for Compressed audio files audio CDs Playback Select "SET". Select the directory if necessary. Press the button. Press the button. Make the settings with the remote control: Select a track. ▷ "Tone": ▷ "Treble / Bass" and "Balance": sepa‐ rately adjustable for the left and right headphones and the infrared head‐...
  • Page 208 Select "Overview". Press the button. Make the settings with the remote control: ▷ "Tone": ▷ "Treble / Bass" and "Balance": sepa‐ rately adjustable for the left and right headphones and the infrared head‐ phones. ▷ "Reset": the settings are reset to the de‐ fault values.

  • Page 209: Safety Notes

    Press the button. Safety notes Do not remove the cover The BMW CD/DVD player is a Class 1 laser product. Do not operate if the cover is damaged; otherwise, severe eye damage can result.◀ Suitable media Use of CDs/DVDs Select a menu item: ▷...
  • Page 210 Humidity To play the information on the other side, turn over the DVD. High levels of humidity can lead to condensation on the CD/DVD or the laser's scan lens, and Supported formats temporarily prevent playback. Depending on the compression method used, Malfunctions involving individual CDs/ not all files of the specified formats can be DVDs...
  • Page 211 External device Settings for external devices Press the button during playback. Connecting Make the settings with the remote control: Connections for audio/video cables. Watch ▷ "Video settings": the colors of the sockets when connecting. ▷ "Brightness", "Color", and "Contrast" of Yellow socket: video the video playback.
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  • Page 215: Communication

    Communication All of the options available to you for mobile communication with family, friends, business partners, and service providers are described in this chapter. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 735 - 03 11 500...

  • Page 216: Telephone

    Telephone* At a glance ported by the mobile phone preparation pack‐ age can be obtained at www.bmwusa.com/blue‐ tooth. The concept Mobile phones or other external devices such as Displaying the vehicle identification audio players can be connected to the vehicle number and software part number via Bluetooth.

  • Page 217: Audio Source

    Requirements Open "Options". ▷ The mobile phone is suitable, refer to Select the desired additional function. page 216. ▷ "Additional telephone" ▷ The mobile phone is ready for operation. ▷ "Office" ▷ Bluetooth is activated in the vehicle and on ▷...
  • Page 218 The Bluetooth name of the vehicle appears ▷ The phone book entries of the telephone on the mobile phone display. stored on the SIM card* or mobile phone are transmitted to the vehicle after detection, Select the Bluetooth name of the vehicle on depending on the mobile phone.
  • Page 219 ▷ "Audio" ▷ Did it take longer than 30 seconds to enter the passkey? Repeat the pairing procedure. "OK" ▷ Are too many Bluetooth devices connected If a function has already been assigned to an‐ to the mobile phone or vehicle? Delete con‐ other connected device, the function is deacti‐...

  • Page 220: Incoming Call

    Incoming call ▷ The strength of the Bluetooth signal on the mobile phone can be adjusted, depending Receiving calls on the mobile phone. ▷ Insert the mobile phone into the snap-in If the number of the caller is stored in the phone adapter* or place it in the area of the center book and is transmitted by the network, the console.
  • Page 221 "End call" The call is accepted and the existing call is put on hold. Establishing a second call Establish an additional call during an active call. "Telephone" "Active calls" "Hold" The existing call is put on hold. Entering a phone number Dialing a number "Telephone"...

  • Page 222: Phone Book

    Calling a contact "Active calls" "Microphone mute" Symbol Meaning A microphone that has been switched to mute is automatically reactivated: Contact with one stored phone num‐ ber. ▷ When a new connection is established. ▷ When switching between call parties. Contact with more than one stored phone number.

  • Page 223: Mobile Phone

    "Redial" The connection is established. Saving an entry in the contacts Highlight the entry. Open "Options". "Store as new contact" or "Add to existing contact" Select "New phone number" or contact. Select the type of number: "Home", "Business", "Mobile", or "Other" Select the desired entry and the phone num‐...
  • Page 224 Voice operation* ›Dial name‹ or ›Name‹ Vehicles equipped with the voice activation sys‐ Example: dialing a phone number tem: operation, refer to page 24. Vehicles not equipped with the voice activation Briefly press the button on the system: depending on the equipment, the mo‐ steering wheel.

  • Page 225: Deleting An Entry

    Saving an entry ▷ The volume remains constant even if the volume of other audio sources is changed. ›Save name‹ ▷ The volume is stored for the remote control Say the name. Do not exceed the speaking currently in use. duration of approx.
  • Page 226 Removing the mobile phone Insert the snap-in adapter at the front, ar‐ row 1, and press down, arrow 2, until it en‐ gages. Press the button and remove the mobile phone. To remove the snap-in adapter: press button 1. Inserting the mobile phone Depending on the mobile phone, remove the protective cap from the antenna con‐...

  • Page 227: Office

    Office* At a glance "Office" "Current office", "Calendar", "Tasks", General information "Notes" or "Reminders" Contacts, appointments, tasks, notes, text mes‐ Open "Options". sages, and e-mails* from the mobile phone can "Update data" be displayed on the Control Display if the mobile Cell phone data are transmitted again to the phone provides compatible support of these vehicle.
  • Page 228 "Contacts" When a contact is edited, the changes are not stored on the mobile phone. A copy of the entry is stored in the vehicle. Selecting the contact as a navigation destination* Select the desired contact. Select the address. When contacts from the mobile phone are used, the address may need to be matched to the navigation data contained in the vehi‐...

  • Page 229: Deleting Contacts

    "New contact" "Home" Create a contact. "Store contact in vehicle" Selecting the sorting order of the names* Names can be displayed in a different order. "Office" "Contacts" The entry fields are still filled with the previ‐ Open "Options". ous entries: "Delete input fields" "Display: last, first name"...

  • Page 230: Displaying Messages

    Only e-mails from the mobile phone are displayed. ▷ Message from My Info*. ▷ "Service message" ▷ Messages from the BMW Assist Concierge service*. Only messages from the BMW Assist Concierge service and My Info are dis‐ ▷ E-mails from the mobile phone*. played.
  • Page 231 Text messages "Start guidance" or "Add as another destination" Using contact data Contact data from appointments, tasks, text messages, e-mails, and notes can be saved or selected*, refer to page 233. Reading the text message out loud* Read the text message out loud, refer to page 234.
  • Page 232 Displaying e-mail contacts Selecting the calendar day If the sender and recipient of an e-mail are trans‐ Select the date. mitted by the mobile phone, this information is displayed in the e-mail. "Sender/Recipient" If the e-mail addresses are stored in the con‐ tacts, the contact is displayed.
  • Page 233 Sorting the task list Displaying the note Select the header in the task list. Select the desired note. Select the sorting criterion: Scroll in the note if necessary: ▷ "Priority (!)"* ▷ Turn the controller. ▷ "Subject" ▷ Select the symbol. ▷...

  • Page 234: Reading Out Loud

    What to do if... Displaying contact or selecting phone number Information on suitable mobile phones, refer to "Use contact data" page 216. Display the contact or select the phone Appointments, tasks, notes, text messages, or number: e-mails from the mobile phone are not dis‐ ▷...

  • Page 235: Contacts

    Contacts* General information Specifying the home address A home address can be stored. It appears at the Contacts can be created and edited and the ad‐ top of the contact list. dresses can be adopted as destinations for nav‐ igation. "Home"...

  • Page 236: Deleting Contacts

    Deleting contacts "Edit contact" "My contacts" Highlight the contact. Open "Options". "Delete contact" or "Delete all contacts" Change the entries. Move the controller to the left. "Yes" Selecting the contact as a navigation destination* Select the desired contact. Select the address. "Start guidance"...

  • Page 237: Connecteddrive

    BMW Assist services request a BMW service appointment. will be available. The BMW Assist system can be reactivated by a service center after you sign a ▷...

  • Page 238: Roadside Assistance

    BMW TeleService are typically activated in the vehicle. At a glance Even if the BMW TeleService are not active, a BMW Roadside Assistance* can be contacted if voice contact to Roadside Assistance* is still assistance is needed in the event of a break‐...

  • Page 239: Bmw Online

    General information In vehicles equipped with TeleService, support At a glance is first offered by TeleService Diagnosis and A business search can be opened via BMW On‐ then, if necessary, by TeleService Help. line. "BMW Assist" or "ConnectedDrive" License conditions "Roadside Assistance"...

  • Page 240: Customer Relations

    TeleService "BMW Assist" or "ConnectedDrive" If necessary, "OK". "Customer Relations" The BMW Online home page is displayed. The Customer Relations phone number is dis‐ Operating BMW Online played. If the mobile phone* is paired, a con‐ nection is established to Customer Relations.
  • Page 241 "Available services" A Service Request can be started via a Check Updating BMW Assist Control message, refer to page 76. Manual update of TeleService* and BMW As‐ sist*. Automatic Service Request* "BMW Assist" or "ConnectedDrive" The TeleService data necessary for servicing "Service Status"...
  • Page 242 Press button to switch within the cell of Apps. phone functions to a higher level or back. ▷ Use only BMW approved software applica‐ Press button twice to switch back to the tions; otherwise, it may result in malfunc‐ main menu.
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  • Page 245: Mobility

    Mobility In order to always ensure your mobility, you will find important information on operating fluids, wheels and tires, maintenance and Roadside Assistance in the following. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 735 - 03 11 500...

  • Page 246: Refueling

    Refueling Notes Do not pinch the retaining strap Do not pinch the retaining strap attached Switch off the engine before refueling to the cap; otherwise, the cap cannot be closed Always switch off the engine before refu‐ properly and fuel vapors can escape.◀ eling;...

  • Page 247: Fuel Tank Capacity

    Fuel tank capacity Approx. 22.5 US gallons/85 liters, including the reserve capacity of approx. 2.1 US gallons/8 li‐ ters. X5 xDrive50i/X6 xDrive50i: reserve capacity of approx. 3.2 gallons/12 liters. Refuel promptly At the latest, refuel when the range drops below 30 miles/50 km; otherwise, engine func‐ tions are not ensured and damage may occur.◀...

  • Page 248: Fuel

    This gasoline is highly recommended. However, you may also use gasoline with less Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel AKI. The minimum AKI Rating is: The engine of your BMW is designed for diesel ▷ BMW X5: 87 with a low sulfur content: ▷...

  • Page 249: Winter Diesel

    BMW Roadside Assistance for Reserve display instructions on how to add fuel. For more infor‐ mation on BMW Roadside Assistance, refer to A display in the instrument panel informs you page 281. about the remaining distance can be covered with the amount of fuel currently in the tank.
  • Page 250 Suitable diesel exhaust fluid sary to refill fluids between maintenance dates. ▷ Preferred: BMW Diesel Exhaust Fluid. This As soon as the reserve display has appeared in bottle and its special adapter permit con‐ the instrument panel, have the diesel exhaust venient refilling with diesel exhaust fluid.
  • Page 251 Refilling BMW diesel exhaust fluid After refilling diesel exhaust fluid Set bottle into place and rotate until it comes Incorrect fluid into contact with the stop, refer to arrow. Incorrect fluids After refilling with the incorrect fluid, e.g., antifreeze for windshield wiper fluid, do not start the engine because this could result in a fire hazard.◀...

  • Page 252: Wheels And Tires

    Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressure BMW; a list of these is available from your serv‐ ice center. Safety information For correct identification of the right tire inflation pressures, observe the following: It is not merely the tires' service life, but also driving comfort and, to a great extent, driving ▷...
  • Page 253 Observe all national and local maximum speed occur.◀ limits; otherwise, violations of the laws could oc‐ cur. Tire inflation pressures X5 xDrive35i/X5 xDrive35d with two rows of seats Tire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa Traveling speeds of up to Traveling speeds including...
  • Page 254 Tire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa Front: 285/35 R 21 105 W XL RSC 33/230 38/260 Rear: 325/30 R 21 108 W XL RSC 38/260 45/310 More details on the permissible load and weights, refer to page 292. Tire inflation pressures X5 xDrive50i with two rows of seats Tire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa Traveling speeds of up to...
  • Page 255 Rear: 325/30 R 21 108 Y XL RSC 39/270 45/310 More details on the permissible load and weights, refer to page 292. Tire inflation pressures X5 xDrive35i/X5 xDrive35d with three rows of seats Tire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa Traveling speeds of up to...
  • Page 256 Tire inflation pressures X5 xDrive50i with three rows of seats Tire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa Traveling speeds of up to Traveling speeds including 100 mph/160 km/h those exceeding 100 mph/ 160 km/h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kilopascal with cold tires.
  • Page 257 Tire inflation pressure X6 xDrive35i Tire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa Traveling speeds of up to Traveling speeds including 100 mph/160 km/h those exceeding 100 mph/ 160 km/h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kilopascal with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature 255/50 R 19 107 H M+S XL RSC 32/220...

  • Page 258: Tire Identification Marks

    34 of Tire size 2010. Example: 255/55 R 19 107 V BMW recommends that you replace all tires af‐ 255: nominal width in mm ter 6 years at most, even if some tires may last for 10 years.

  • Page 259: Tire Tread

    RSC – Run-flat tires ernment test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (11/2) times The symbol identifying run-flat tires is a circle as well on the government course as a tire with the letters RSC on the sidewall, refer to graded 100.

  • Page 260: Pressure Monitor

    Wheel/tire damage Incorrect wheel and tire combinations impair the function of a variety of systems such as ABS or Due to low-profile tires, please note that wheels, DSC. tires and suspension parts are more susceptible To maintain good handling and vehicle re‐ to road hazard and consequential damages.

  • Page 261: Snow Chains

    BMW X5: use only in pairs on the rear wheels, This can impair the handling characteristics. equipped with tires of the following size: Rotating the tires is not permissible when using ▷...
  • Page 262 BMW X6: use only in pairs on rear wheels of size 255/50 R 19. Observe the manufacturer's instructions when mounting snow chains. Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph/50 km/h when using snow chains. Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor if snow chains are mounted;...

  • Page 263: Engine Compartment

    Engine compartment Important features in the engine compartment BMW X5 Filler neck for washer fluid for the headlamp Coolant expansion tank  267 and window washer system  67 Engine oil filler neck  266 Starting aid terminal  281 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 735 - 03 11 500...

  • Page 264: Opening The Hood

    BMW X6 Filler neck for the washer fluid for the head‐ Starting aid terminal  281 lamp and window washer system  68 Coolant expansion tank  267 Engine oil filler neck  266 Hood Pull the lever. Opening the hood Working in the engine compartment Never attempt to perform any service or repair operations on your vehicle without the necessary professional technical training.

  • Page 265: Closing The Hood

    Closing the hood "Vehicle status" Drop the hood from a height of approx. 16 in/ "Engine oil level" 40 cm. It must be clearly heard to engage. Possible messages Hood open when driving ▷ "Engine oil level OK" If you see any signs that the hood is not ▷...

  • Page 266: Adding Engine Oil

    Due to national regulations, some oil types are not available in every country. Approved oil types Gasoline engine BMW X6 BMW High Performance SAE 5W-30 BMW Longlife-01 BMW Longlife-01 FE Diesel engine BMW Longlife-04 Further information on approved oil types can be Add a maximum quantity of 1 US quart/1 liter of obtained from the service center.

  • Page 267: Checking The Coolant Level

    Disposal Comply with the appropriate environmen‐ tal protection regulations when disposing of coolant additives. Coolant General information Danger of burns from hot engine Do not open the cooling system while the engine is hot; otherwise, escaping coolant may cause burns.◀ Suitable additives Only use suitable additives;...

  • Page 268: Maintenance

    Maintenance BMW maintenance system Setting the correct date Make sure the date is set correctly, refer to page 79; otherwise, the effectiveness of CBS Condition Based Service is not ensured.◀ Storage periods Storage periods during which the vehicle bat‐ tery was disconnected are not taken into ac‐...
  • Page 269 Socket for OBD Onboard stored in the remote control and can be read out with suitable devices, particularly when the ve‐ Diagnosis hicle is serviced. The data obtained in this way provide valuable information for service proc‐ esses and repair or for optimizing and develop‐ ing vehicle functions further.

  • Page 270: Replacing Components

    Replacing components Tool kit BMW X5: rear Lift off the wiper arm completely and pull off The tool kit is stowed under the cargo floor panel the wiper blade, refer to arrow. in the cargo area. Mount the new wiper blade and press on until it is heard to engage.

  • Page 271: Tail Lamps

    Install in the reverse order. Side marker lamps, rear BMW X5: bulb replacement Contact the service center for bulb replacement. Xenon headlamps Tail lamps Because of the long life of these bulbs, the like‐...
  • Page 272 Arrangement of tail lamps Brake Force Display Carefully remove the cover in the tailgate panel with a screwdriver. Tail lamp Brake force display Push the catch on the bulb holder to the left, Brake lamp arrow, and remove it. Tail lamp/side marker lamp Backup lamp Turn signal Turn signals, brake lamps and backup...

  • Page 273: License Plate Lamps

    Contact your service center in the event of a Right side of vehicle: rotate the bulb holder malfunction. to the left and remove. BMW X6: bulb replacement Xenon headlamps Because of the long life of these bulbs, the like‐ lihood of failure is very low. Switching the lamps on and off frequently shortens their life.

  • Page 274: Brake Lamps

    Side marker lamps Arrangement of tail lamps 5-watt bulb, WY5W XLL Rotate the bulb holder to the left and re‐ move. Brake force display/rear lamps Brake lamp/rear lamp Backup lamp Pull the bulb out of the bulb holder and re‐ Turn signal place.

  • Page 275: Backup Lamp

    Brake force display Remove bulb holder along with bulb and re‐ place. Carefully remove the cover in the tailgate panel with a screwdriver. Install in the reverse order. Rotate the bulb socket to the left and re‐ Backup lamp move. Open the side panel in the cargo area.
  • Page 276 Position the jack on a firm support surface. BMW X6: do not rotate the front wheels to the rear or vice versa, as otherwise the handling Do not use a wooden block or similar object as characteristics will be negatively affected.

  • Page 277: Mounting A Wheel

    The vehicle jack is designed for When you mount wheels other than Genuine changing wheels only. BMW light-alloy wheels, different lug bolts The vehicle jack is designed for changing may also be required. wheels only. Do not attempt to raise another Screw in the remaining lug bolts.

  • Page 278: Charging The Battery

    The defective wheel cannot be stored under After a battery replacement, have the battery the floor panel flap due to its size. registered on the vehicle by your service center to ensure that all comfort functions are fully Check and correct the tire inflation pressure available.
  • Page 279 Fuses In cargo area Replacing fuses Never attempt to repair a blown fuse and do not replace a defective fuse with a substitute of another color or amperage rating; this could lead to a circuit overload, ultimately resulting in a fire in the vehicle.◀ In interior The fuses are located in the front passenger Open the right-hand side panel in the cargo...

  • Page 280: Breakdown Assistance

    Radio readiness is switched on. ▷ The LED flashes if the connection to the ▷ The BMW Assist system is logged in to a BMW Assist Response Center has been es‐ wireless communications network sup‐ tablished. ported by BMW Assist.

  • Page 281: Warning Triangle

    Jump-starting ▷ If the LED is flashing but the BMW Assist Response Center cannot be heard on the hands-free system, the hands-free system Notes may be malfunctioning. However, the BMW If the battery is discharged, an engine can be Assist Response Center may still be able to started using the battery of another vehicle and hear you.

  • Page 282: Connecting Jumper Cables

    Observe applicable laws and regulations Observe applicable laws and regulations Connecting jumper cables for tow-starting and towing.◀ Fold open the cover of the BMW starting-aid terminal. To do so, pull the tab. No additional passengers Attach one terminal clamp of the positive...

  • Page 283: Tow Truck

    ▷ The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it is attached offset. Do not tow the BMW with just the front or rear axle raised; otherwise, the wheels could lock up Tow rope and the transfer case could be damaged.◀...
  • Page 284 Screw thread Left/right cover in the bumper: press on the ar‐ row symbol on the cover. BMW X5: front BMW X6: front Rear Tow-starting Note Do not tow-start your vehicle. Due to the automatic transmission, the engine cannot be started by tow-starting.

  • Page 285: Care

    Deactivate rain sensor, refer to page 67, to prevent unintentional wiper action. Notes ▷ BMW X5: deactivate the rear window wiper and protect it from damage. Ask the car Steam jets or high-pressure washers wash operator about any necessary protec‐...

  • Page 286: Vehicle Care

    Car care products large sweeping motions. Avoid rubbing the ma‐ BMW recommends using cleaning and care terial vigorously. products from BMW, since these have been Damage from Velcro® fasteners tested and approved. Open Velcro® fasteners on pants or other Car care and cleaning products articles of clothing can damage the seat covers.
  • Page 287 Fine wood parts* Only use floor mats that have been approved for the vehicle and can be properly fixed in place. Clean fine wood facing and fine wood compo‐ nents only with a moist rag. Then dry with a soft Ensure that the floor mats are securely fastened cloth.
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  • Page 289: Reference

    Reference This chapter contains technical data, short commands for the voice activation system, and an index that will quickly take you to the information you need. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 735 - 03 11 500...

  • Page 290: Technical Data

    Technical data Engine specifications BMW X5 X5 xDrive35i X5 xDrive50i X5 xDrive35d Displacement cu in/ 182/2,979 268/4,395 183/2,993 cm³ No. of cylinders Maximum output at engine speed 5,800-6,250 5,500-6,400 4,200 Maximum torque lb ft/Nm 300/407 450/610 425/580 at engine speed...
  • Page 291 Dimensions BMW X5 All dimensions given in inches/mm. With mixed tires* the vehicle width may exceed the specified dimension. Smallest turning circle dia.: 42.0 ft/12.8 m Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 735 - 03 11 500...
  • Page 292 With mixed tires* the vehicle width may exceed the specified dimension. Smallest turning circle dia.: 42.0 ft/12.8 m Height with roof rack*: 66.9 in/1,699 mm Weights BMW X5 X5 xDrive35i X5 xDrive50i X5 xDrive35d Approved gross vehicle lbs/kg 6,371/2,890 6,669/3,025...
  • Page 293 Capacities BMW X5 Notes Fuel tank US gal/liters Approx. 22.4/85 Fuel specifications, refer to page Including reserve of X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive35d US gal/liters approx. 2.1/8 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 735 - 03 11 500...
  • Page 294 BMW X5 Notes X5 xDrive50i US gal/liters approx. 2.6/10 Window washer system US qt/liters approx. 6.9/6.5 Details, refer to page With headlamp washer sys‐ BMW X6 Notes Fuel tank US gal/liters Approx. 22.4/85 Fuel specifications, refer to page Including reserve of...

  • Page 295: Short Commands For Voice Activation System

    Short commands for voice activation system* General information The following short commands apply to vehicles equipped with a voice activation system. They Instructions for voice activation system, refer to have no function in vehicles in which only the page 24. mobile phone is operated using the voice.

  • Page 296: Vehicle Information

    Vehicle information Computer Function Command Open the computer. ›Onboard info‹ Open the trip computer. ›Trip computer‹ Vehicle Function Command Open the vehicle information. ›Vehicle info‹ Open the vehicle status. ›Vehicle status‹ Navigation* General information Function Command Navigation menu. ›Navigation‹ Open the destination entry. ›Enter address‹...
  • Page 297 Function Command Open the traffic bulletins. ›Traffic Info‹ Special destinations. ›Points of interest‹ Function Command Display the map. ›Map‹ Map facing north. ›Map facing north‹ Map facing the direction of travel. ›Map in direction of travel‹ Perspective map. ›Map perspective view‹ Automatic scaling of the map.
  • Page 298 Function Command Split screen scale...meters. ›Split screen scale ... meters‹ e.g., split screen scale 100 meters Split screen scale...kilometers. ›Split screen scale ... kilometers‹ e.g., split screen scale 5 kilometers Split screen scale...miles. ›Split screen scale ... miles‹ e.g., split screen scale 5 miles Split screen, highlight the traffic situation.
  • Page 299 Function Command Open a frequency. ›Frequency ... Kilohertz‹ e.g., fre‐ quency 753 or 753 kilohertz Open the AM stations. ›A M‹ Open the manual search. ›Manual‹ Satellite radio* Function Command Open the satellite radio. ›Satellite radio‹ Switch on the satellite radio. ›Satellite radio on‹...
  • Page 300 Function Command CD and DVD. ›C D‹ Select a DVD. ›D V D ...‹ e.g., DVD 3 Display the entertainment details on a split screen*. ›Entertainment details‹ Music collection Function Command Search for music, open a menu. ›Music search‹ Open the current playback. ›Current playback‹...
  • Page 301 Select a name. ›Choose name‹ My contacts. ›My contacts‹ Open the contacts. ›Contacts‹ New contact. ›New contact‹ ConnectedDrive* or BMW Assist* Function Command Open BMW Assist. ›B M W Assist‹ Open ConnectedDrive. ›Connected Drive‹ Open BMW Online. ›B M W Online‹...

  • Page 302: Everything From A To Z

    Everything from A to Z Index Air distribution, auto‐ Approved axle loads, refer to matic 120, Weights 3rd row seats Air distribution, manual Approved engine oils Air drying, refer to Cooling Approved gross vehicle function weight, refer to Weights Air flow rate Armrest, refer to Center arm‐...
  • Page 303 BMW Apps, video play‐ Calibration, driver's seat Axle loads, refer to back California Proposition 65 Weights BMW Assist Warning BMW Assist, refer to Connec‐ Camera, care tedDrive Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 735 - 03 11 500...
  • Page 304 Care CD/DVD in rear circulated air mode Care, displays CD/DVD notes Cleaning, displays Care, vehicle CD, refer to Playing audio Cleaning your BMW, refer to tracks, rear DVD system Care Cargo Cargo area CDs, storing Clock – Comfort Access Cell phone...
  • Page 305 Condensation under the vehi‐ Curb weight, refer to Displacement, refer to Engine Weights data Condition Based Service Current fuel consumption Display in front wind‐ Current location, storing shield Confirmation signals for lock‐ Curve lights, refer to Adaptive Display lighting, refer to Instru‐ ing/unlocking the vehicle light control ment lighting...
  • Page 306 Dynamic Stability Control Approved engine oils Exterior mirrors, folding in and Engine oil, alternative oil Dynamic Traction Control types External audio device Engine oil, BMW maintenance External devices system External temperature dis‐ Engine oil change intervals, re‐ play fer to Service require‐...
  • Page 307 Flat Tire Monitor FTM, snow Fuel, quality chains Fuel, saving Flat tire, run-flat tires Fuel, specifications Handbrake, refer to Parking Flat tire, Tire Pressure Monitor Fuel tank capacity, refer to Fill‐ brake ing capacities Hand-held transmitter, alter‐ Flat tire, warning lamp 89, Fuel tank contents, refer to nating code Flat tire, wheel change...
  • Page 308 High beams, indicator Ignition, switched off Interior temperature, setting, lamp Ignition, switched on automatic climate con‐ High-pressure washers Images, displaying, rear DVD trol Hill Descent Control HDC system Intermediate destinations Hill drive-off assistant, refer to Indication of a flat tire 89, Internet page Drive-off assistant Indicator and warning...
  • Page 309 Lane margin, warning Low beams Manual operation, Top – Automatic Language, changing on Con‐ View Low beams, automatic trol Display Map, destination entry Low beams, automatic, refer to Lap-and-shoulder belt, refer to Map display in black and High-beam Assistant Safety belts white Lower back support, refer to Lashing eyes, securing...
  • Page 310 MP3 player Opening and closing Particulate filter, refer to Diesel – Comfort Access Multimedia particulate filter – From the inside Music collection Passenger airbags, deactivat‐ – From the outside Music search – Using the door lock Music, storing Passenger side mirror, tilt‐ –...
  • Page 311 Protective function, refer to Recommended tire Roadside Assistance Pinch protection brands Roadside parking lamps – Windows Redialing Roller sunblinds Push-and-turn switch, refer to Refueling Roof load capacity Controls Remaining distance to desti‐ Roof-mounted luggage nation, refer to Computer rack Remaining range for service, Rope, refer to Towing refer to Service require‐...
  • Page 312 Screen, refer to Control Dis‐ Settings, clock, 12h/24h Speed limit play mode Speed limit, setting Search, refer to BMW On‐ Settings, configuring, refer to Speedometer line Personal Profile Speed, with winter tires Seat adjustment, electric Settings, DVD Split screen Seat adjustment, manual Settings on the Control Dis‐...
  • Page 313 Storage, tires Temperature display Top View – External temperature Storing the seat position, refer Torque, refer to Engine – External temperature warn‐ to Seat and mirror mem‐ data Tow bar Temperature display, setting Storing the vehicle Tow fitting the units Street, entering for naviga‐...
  • Page 314 Units, average fuel consump‐ Vehicle jack Waste tray, refer to Ash‐ tion Vehicle paint tray Units, temperature Vehicle storage Water on roads, refer to Driving Universal garage door opener, Vehicle, switching off through water refer to Integrated universal Vehicle wash Weights remote control Ventilation...
  • Page 315 Wiper fluid Wood, care Word match concept, naviga‐ tion Working in the engine com‐ partment Wrench/screwdriver, refer to Onboard vehicle tool kit xDrive Xenon headlamps Your individual vehicle Your individual vehicle – Settings, refer to Personal Profile Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 606 735 - 03 11 500...
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