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  • Page 1 LINK: CONTENT & A-Z The Ultimate Driving Machine® OWNER'S MANUAL. THE BMW X6. Online Edition for Part no. 01402896102 - X/18...
  • Page 2 Online Edition for Part no. 01402896102 - X/18...
  • Page 3 The more familiar you are with your vehicle, the better control you will have on the road. We therefore strongly suggest: Read this Owner's Manual before starting off in your new BMW. Also use the Integrated Owner's Manual in your vehicle. It contains important information on vehicle operation that will help you make full use of the technical features available in your BMW.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS NOTES Information ......................... QUICK REFERENCE Your BMW at a glance ....................AT A GLANCE Cockpit ..........................iDrive ..........................Voice activation system ....................Owner's Manual media ....................CONTROLS Opening and closing ..................... Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel ................
  • Page 5 © 2018 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich, Germany Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. US English ID4 X/18, 11 18 490 Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling. Online Edition for Part no. 01402896102 - X/18...
  • Page 6 Online Edition for Part no. 01402896102 - X/18...
  • Page 7 NOTES Information ....................8 Online Edition for Part no. 01402896102 - X/18...

  • Page 8: Notes Information

    Internet "..." Texts in vehicle used to select individual functions. The Owner's Manual and general information on BMW, for example on technology, are available on the Internet: www.bmwusa.com. Online Edition for Part no. 01402896102 - X/18...
  • Page 9 Information NOTES When using these functions and systems, the Symbol Meaning applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐ ›...‹ Verbal instructions to use with the served. voice activation system. For any options and equipment not described in this Owner's Manual, refer to the Supplementary ››...‹‹...
  • Page 10 BMW parts and accessories have been tested by operating conditions and registration require‐ BMW for their safety and suitability in BMW vehi‐ ments. If your vehicle does not comply with the cles.
  • Page 11 Such damage is not cov‐ Service and warranty ered by the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty. We recommend that you read this publication thoroughly. Your vehicle is covered by the follow‐...
  • Page 12 Information NOTES Personal reference ognize and correct malfunctions, and helps the vehicle manufacturer to optimize vehicle func‐ Each vehicle is marked with a unique vehicle tions. identification number. Depending on the country, The majority of this data is transient and is only the vehicle owner can be identified with the vehi‐...
  • Page 13 Information NOTES ▷ Settings for the seat and steering wheel posi‐ How the data will be processed further is deter‐ tions. mined by the provider of the particular app being used. The extent of the possible settings de‐ ▷ Suspension and climate control settings. pends on the respective app and the operating If necessary, data can be transferred to the en‐...
  • Page 14 Information NOTES conditions and terms of use. The vehicle manu‐ facturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, facturer has no influence on the content ex‐ that have the special equipment, can read the in‐ changed during this process. Information on the formation if they have access to the vehicle or way in which personal data is collected and used the EDR.
  • Page 15 Na‐ tional Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA, in addition to notifying BMW of North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone 1-800-831-1117.
  • Page 16 Online Edition for Part no. 01402896102 - X/18...

  • Page 17: Quick Reference

    QUICK REFERENCE Your BMW at a glance ................18 Online Edition for Part no. 01402896102 - X/18...

  • Page 18: Your Bmw At A Glance

    Your BMW at a glance QUICK REFERENCE Your BMW at a glance Opening and closing Buttons for the central locking system Buttons on the remote control Overview 1 Unlocking Buttons for the central locking system. 2 Locking 3 Opening the tailgate...
  • Page 19 Your BMW at a glance QUICK REFERENCE All you need to do is to have the remote control Performing the foot movement with you, such as in your pants pocket. Stand in the middle behind the vehicle at ap‐ The vehicle automatically detects the remote prox.
  • Page 20 Your BMW at a glance QUICK REFERENCE Closing Adjusting the head restraint Adjusting the height: power head restraints ▷ Press button on the inside of the tailgate, ar‐ row 1. ▷ Press button, arrow 2. Push switch up or down.
  • Page 21 Your BMW at a glance QUICK REFERENCE Adjusting the exterior mirrors Storing Switch on the ignition. Set the desired position. Press button on the seat. The LED in the button lights up. Press the desired button 1 or 2 on the seat while the LED is illuminated.
  • Page 22 Your BMW at a glance QUICK REFERENCE Indicator/warning lights iDrive Instrument cluster Concept The indicator/warning lights can light up in a vari‐ The iDrive combines the functions of many ety of combinations and colors. switches. Thus, these functions can be operated from a central location.
  • Page 23 Your BMW at a glance QUICK REFERENCE If no other commands are possible, operate the the radio or when the engine is running, press function via iDrive. the Start/Stop button. Some electronic systems/power consumers Terminating the voice activation system remain ready for operation.
  • Page 24 Your BMW at a glance QUICK REFERENCE Steptronic transmission Engaging P Engaging selector lever positions Press button P. Press the button to: Steptronic transmission, Sport ▷ Engage R. and manual mode ▷ Shift out of P. Sport/manual mode To prevent the vehicle from creeping after you select a drive mode or reverse, maintain pressure on the brake pedal until you are ready to start.
  • Page 25 Your BMW at a glance QUICK REFERENCE High beams, headlight flasher, Roadside parking light turn signal, roadside parking light High beams, headlight flasher Illuminate the vehicle on one side. ▷ On: with the ignition switched off, press the lever either up or down past the resistance point for approx.
  • Page 26 Your BMW at a glance QUICK REFERENCE Wiper system Rain sensor Activating/deactivating Switching the wipers on/off and brief wipe Switching on Press the button on the wiper lever. Adjusting the sensitivity ▷ Normal wiper speed: tap up once. ▷ Fast wiper speed: tap up twice or tap once beyond the resistance point.
  • Page 27 Your BMW at a glance QUICK REFERENCE Climate control Infotainment Automatic climate control Radio Control elements Button Function Temperature. Air conditioning. Maximum cooling. 1 Change station/track AUTO program. 2 Eject CD/DVD 3 CD/DVD drive Recirculated-air mode/AUC. 4 Change entertainment sources 5 Programmable memory buttons Air flow, manual.
  • Page 28 Your BMW at a glance QUICK REFERENCE The list is narrowed down further with each "OK" entry. Select the functions for which the mobile "OK" phone is to be used. Select the street from the list. "OK" Enter the town/city.
  • Page 29 Your BMW at a glance QUICK REFERENCE Refueling After correcting the tire inflation pressure Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor. Refueling Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor. Fuel cap Checking the tire inflation pressure Press the rear edge of the fuel filler flap to Regularly check the tire inflation pressure and open it.
  • Page 30 Only add engine oil when the message is dis‐ provides phone numbers and addresses. Many played in the instrument cluster. hotels can be booked directly by the BMW Con‐ Observe the quantity to be added in the mes‐ cierge service. The Concierge service is part of sage.
  • Page 31 Your BMW at a glance QUICK REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no. 01402896102 - X/18...
  • Page 32 Online Edition for Part no. 01402896102 - X/18...
  • Page 33 AT A GLANCE Cockpit ......................34 iDrive ......................38 Voice activation system ................46 Owner's Manual media ................49 Online Edition for Part no. 01402896102 - X/18...

  • Page 34: At A Glance Cockpit

    Cockpit AT A GLANCE Cockpit Vehicle features and It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected options options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. When us‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐...
  • Page 35 Cockpit AT A GLANCE Automatic headlight control  129 Active Cruise Control, increase dis‐ tance Adaptive light functions  130 High-beam Assistant  131 Cruise control rocker switch Instrument lighting  132 9 Shift paddles  105 10 Instrument cluster  108 Night Vision, switch on/switch off 11 Steering wheel buttons, right heat image  155 Entertainment source, see Owner's...
  • Page 36 Cockpit AT A GLANCE 17 Unlock hood  263 In the vicinity of the center console 1 Control Display  38 Automatic Hold  95 2 Glove compartment  215 Ventilation  202 DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ Hazard warning system  279 trol  167 Driving Dynamics Control  171 Intelligent Safety button  144 PDC Park Distance Control  183 5 Automatic climate control  198...
  • Page 37 Cockpit AT A GLANCE 11 Transmission selector lever  102 In the vicinity of the roofliner Emergency Request, SOS  280 Reading lights  132 Glass sunroof, electric  71 Interior lights  132 Indicator light, front-seat passenger 6 Glasses compartment  218 airbag  137 Online Edition for Part no. 01402896102 - X/18...

  • Page 38: Idrive

    iDrive AT A GLANCE iDrive Vehicle features and Overview of control options elements This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Control elements cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected options or country versions.
  • Page 39 iDrive AT A GLANCE Switching on/off automatically Press. The Control Display is switched on automatically after unlocking. In certain situations, the Control Display is switched off automatically, for instance if no op‐ eration is performed on the vehicle for several minutes.
  • Page 40 iDrive AT A GLANCE Operating concept Turn. Opening the main menu Press the button. The main menu is displayed. All iDrive functions can be called up via the main menu. Selecting menu items Press. Highlighted menu items can be selected. Turn the Controller until the desired menu item is highlighted.
  • Page 41 iDrive AT A GLANCE Selecting functions Opens a new display on top of the previous screen. "Settings" White arrows pointing to the left or right indicate "Touchpad" that additional displays can be opened. Select the desired function. Opening the Options menu ▷...
  • Page 42 iDrive AT A GLANCE ▷ Time. Function Operation ▷ Current entertainment source. Interactive map. Swipe into respective di‐ ▷ Sound output, on/off. rection. ▷ Signal strength of cellular network. Enlarge/shrink inter‐ Drag in or out on the ▷ Phone status. active map.
  • Page 43 iDrive AT A GLANCE Entertainment symbols Selecting the display On the Control Display: Symbol Meaning CD/DVD player. Press button. "Split screen" Music collection. Move the Controller until the split screen is Gracenote® database. selected. AUX-IN port in the front or in the Press the Controller or select "Split screen rear.
  • Page 44 iDrive AT A GLANCE Deleting the button assignments Open "Options". "Delete personal data" Press the buttons 1 and 8 simultaneously for approx. 5 seconds. "Continue" "OK" "OK" Deleting personal data in Entering letters and the vehicle numbers Concept General information Depending on the usage, the vehicle stores per‐...
  • Page 45 iDrive AT A GLANCE Entry comparison When entering names and addresses, the choice is narrowed down with every letter entered and letters may be added automatically. Entries are continuously compared with data stored in the vehicle. ▷ Only those letters are offered during entry for which data is available.

  • Page 46: Voice Activation System

    Voice activation system AT A GLANCE Voice activation system Vehicle features and Functional requirements options Via the Control Display, set a language that is also supported by the voice activation system so This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ that the spoken commands can be identified. cific and optional features offered with the series.
  • Page 47 Voice activation system AT A GLANCE Activate voice command response on the smart‐ List of short commands for the voice activation phone for this purpose. system, see Navigation, Entertainment, Commu‐ nication Owner's Manual. The list for short commands of the voice activa‐ Press and hold the button on the tion system can be called up via the Integrated...
  • Page 48 Voice activation system AT A GLANCE Setting the voice dialog Environmental conditions You can set the system to use standard dialog or ▷ Keep the doors, windows, and glass sunroof a short version. closed to prevent noise interference. The short version of the voice dialog plays back ▷...

  • Page 49: Owner's Manual Media

    Owner's Manual media AT A GLANCE Owner's Manual media Vehicle features and Integrated Owner's Manual options in the vehicle This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Concept cific and optional features offered with the series. The Integrated Owner's Manual specifically de‐ It also describes features that are not necessarily scribes features and functions found in the vehi‐...
  • Page 50 Owner's Manual media AT A GLANCE Context help the Owner's Manual, repeat steps 4 & 5. Opens a new display every time. General information Programmable memory buttons The section of the Owner's Manual relating to the function that is currently selected can be dis‐ General information played directly.
  • Page 51 Owner's Manual media AT A GLANCE Online Edition for Part no. 01402896102 - X/18...
  • Page 52 Online Edition for Part no. 01402896102 - X/18...
  • Page 53 CONTROLS Opening and closing ................. 54 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel ............74 Transporting children safely ..............85 Driving ......................90 Displays ..................... 108 Lights ......................128 Safety ......................134 Driving stability control systems ............166 Driving comfort ..................174 Climate control ..................

  • Page 54: Opening And Closing

    Opening and closing CONTROLS Opening and closing Vehicle features and WARNING options Unlocking from the inside is only possible with special knowledge. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Persons who spend a lengthy time in the vehi‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. cle while being exposed to extreme tempera‐...
  • Page 55 Opening and closing CONTROLS ▷ The alarm system, refer to page 68, is 3 Opening the tailgate switched on. 4 Panic mode If the engine or ignition is still switched on when you lock the vehicle, the vehicle horn honks Unlocking twice.
  • Page 56 Opening and closing CONTROLS Tailgate Panic mode You can trigger the alarm system if you find your‐ General information self in a dangerous situation. To avoid locking it in the vehicle, do not place the ▷ Press the button on the remote con‐ remote control in the cargo area.
  • Page 57 ▷ The options provided by the Remote Serv‐ Do not transport the remote control together ices of the BMW Connected app include the with electronic devices. ability to lock and unlock a vehicle. ▷...
  • Page 58 Opening and closing CONTROLS Removing An active BMW ConnectedDrive contract is required. Integrated key General information The driver's door can be locked and unlocked without remote control using the integrated key. Safety information Press the button, arrow 1, and pull out the integrated key, arrow 2.
  • Page 59 Opening and closing CONTROLS Buttons for the central ▷ Back doors: pull twice on the door handle on the door to be opened; the first time unlocks locking system the door, the second time opens it. The other doors remain locked. General information Comfort Access In the event of a severe accident, the vehicle is...
  • Page 60 Opening and closing CONTROLS Unlocking Closing Touch the surface on the handle of a vehicle Grasp the handle of a vehicle door completely. door, arrow, with your finger and hold it there This corresponds with pressing the button without grasping the door handle. on the remote control.
  • Page 61 Opening and closing CONTROLS The sensor has an approximate range of 5 ft/1.50 m extending from the rear of the vehi‐ NOTICE cle. Sharp-edged or pointed objects can hit the If the tailgate is opened with no-touch activation, windows and heat conductors while driving. locked doors are not unlocked.
  • Page 62 Opening and closing CONTROLS this movement, the leg must pass through ▷ Interference of the radio connection from mo‐ the ranges of both sensors. bile phones or other electronic devices in di‐ rect proximity to the remote control. Do not transport the remote control together with electronic devices.
  • Page 63 Opening and closing CONTROLS Press the button on tailgate's exterior. NOTICE ▷ Press the button on the remote con‐ Sharp-edged or pointed objects can hit the trol for approx. 1 second. windows and heat conductors while driving. Depending on the setting, the doors may also There is a risk of damage to property.
  • Page 64 Opening and closing CONTROLS An acoustic signal sounds before the tailgate is ▷ By pressing the button on the inside of the closed. tailgate. Pressing again re-opens the tailgate. ▷ By releasing the button in the driver's door. From inside the tailgate Malfunction Without Comfort Access: Safety information...
  • Page 65 Opening and closing CONTROLS Personal Profile ▷ The driver gets into the vehicle through the driver's door. Concept Settings Via Personal Profiles, individual settings for sev‐ The settings for the following systems and func‐ eral drivers can be stored and called up again tions are stored in the active profile.
  • Page 66 USB interface: "USB device" Via iDrive: Importing profiles "Settings" "Profiles" Profiles exported via BMW Online can also be imported via BMW Online. "Guest" Profiles stored on a USB storage device can be The guest profile cannot be renamed. It is not imported via the USB interface.
  • Page 67 Opening and closing CONTROLS System limits Tailgate Via iDrive: A clear assignment between the remote control and driver may not be possible in the following "Settings" cases, for example. "Doors/key" ▷ The passenger unlocks the vehicle with his or Select the symbol. her own remote control, but another person is driving.
  • Page 68 Opening and closing CONTROLS Switching on/off The vehicle locks automatically after you drive off. When you lock and unlock the vehicle with the remote control or Comfort Access, the alarm Adjusting the last seat, mirror, system will also switch on or off at the same and steering wheel position time.
  • Page 69 Opening and closing CONTROLS Indicator light on the interior Avoiding unintentional alarms mirror General information The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor can trigger an alarm, although no unauthorized action occurred. Possible situations for an unwanted alarm: ▷ In automatic vehicle washes. ▷...
  • Page 70 Opening and closing CONTROLS Power windows Closing ▷ Pull the switch to the resistance point. Safety information The window closes while the switch is being held. WARNING ▷ Pull the switch beyond the resistance When operating the windows, body parts and point.
  • Page 71 Opening and closing CONTROLS Safety information The window closes without jam protection. Safety switch WARNING Body parts can be jammed when operating the General information glass sunroof. There is a risk of injury. Make The safety switch in the driver's door can be sure that the area of movement of the glass used to prevent children, for instance from open‐...
  • Page 72 Opening and closing CONTROLS Jam protection system fully open, the glass sunroof opens. General information The glass sunroof closes while the switch is being held. If the closing force exceeds a certain value when If the glass sunroof is already closing the glass sunroof, the closing operation is closed or in the tilted position, interrupted once the roof reaches the half-open...
  • Page 73 Opening and closing CONTROLS The system can be initialized under the following conditions. ▷ The vehicle is parked in a horizontal position. ▷ The engine is running. ▷ The external temperature is above 41 ℉/5 ℃. During initialization, the glass sunroof closes without jam protection.

  • Page 74: Seats, Mirrors, And Steering Wheel

    Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel Vehicle features and WARNING options With a backrest inclined too far to the rear, the efficacy of the safety belt can no longer be en‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ sured.
  • Page 75 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Overview Seat tilt 1 Memory function Move switch up or down. 2 Upper backrest Backrest tilt 3 Backrest width 4 Lumbar support 5 Backrest tilt, head restraint 6 Forward/backward, height, seat tilt 7 Thigh support Forward/backward Move switch forward or backward.
  • Page 76 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Sport seat Settings ▷ Press the front section of the button: The backrest width de‐ creases. ▷ Press the rear section of the button: The backrest width increases. Upper backrest Pull the lever at the front of the seat and adjust the thigh support.
  • Page 77 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Overview Seat heating Switching on Press the button once for each temper‐ ature level. The maximum temperature is reached when three LEDs are lit. If the trip is continued within approx. 15 minutes after a stop, seat heating is activated automati‐ cally with the temperature selected last.
  • Page 78 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Rear seat heating The center safety belt buckle of the rear seat is intended for the person sitting in the middle. Overview General information Always make sure that safety belts are being worn by all occupants before driving off. Al‐ though airbags enhance safety by providing added protection, they are not a substitute for safety belts.
  • Page 79 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Buckling the safety belt WARNING Guide the safety belt slowly over shoulder With a rear backrest that is not locked, the pro‐ and hip to put it on. tective function of the middle safety belt is not Insert the tongue plate into the safety belt guaranteed.
  • Page 80 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS If the situation passes without an accident occur‐ ▷ Only use accessories that have been de‐ ring, the belt tension relaxes. termined to be safe for attachment to a head restraint. If the belt tension does not loosen automatically, stop the vehicle and unbuckle the safety belt us‐...
  • Page 81 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS ▷ Back: press the button and push the head re‐ Depending on the vehicle equipment, the follow‐ straint toward the rear. ing settings are not stored: ▷ Backrest width. Distance to the back of the head: ▷...
  • Page 82 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Safety information Button was pressed inadvertently: Press the button again. The LED goes out. WARNING Objects reflected in the mirror are closer than they appear. The distance to the traffic behind Calling up settings could be incorrectly estimated, for instance The stored position is called up automatically.
  • Page 83 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Automatic Curb Monitor, exterior Automatic dimming feature mirror The exterior mirror on the driver's side is auto‐ matically dimmed. Photocells in the interior mir‐ Concept ror are used to control this. If reverse gear is engaged, the mirror glass on Interior mirror, automatic the front passenger side is tilted downward.
  • Page 84 Seats, mirrors, and steering wheel CONTROLS Electric steering wheel Heated steering wheel adjustment Overview General information The steering wheel setting is stored for the pro‐ file currently in use. When the vehicle is unlocked via the remote control, the position is automati‐ cally retrieved if the function, refer to page 68, is activated for this purpose.

  • Page 85: Transporting Children Safely

    Transporting children safely CONTROLS Transporting children safely Vehicle features and Transport children younger than 13 years of age or shorter than 5 ft/150 cm only in the rear seat options in suitable child restraint systems designed for the age, weight and size of the child. Children This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐...
  • Page 86 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Safety information There is a risk of injuries or danger to life. Have damaged child restraint systems or of child re‐ straint systems exposed to an accident and WARNING their fastening systems checked and possibly Active front-seat passenger airbags can injure a replaced by the dealer’s service center or an‐...
  • Page 87 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Mounts for the lower LATCH change the backrest width again and do not call up a memory position. anchors The lower anchors may be used to attach the Child seat security CRS to the vehicle seat up to a combined child and CRS weight of 65 lbs/30 kg when the child is restrained by the internal harnesses.
  • Page 88 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Assembly of LATCH child Anchors restraint fixing systems The respective symbol shows the anchor for the upper retaining strap. Seats with Install child restraint system, see manufactur‐ an upper top tether are marked with this er's information. symbol.
  • Page 89 Transporting children safely CONTROLS Locking the doors and windows in the rear Rear doors Push the locking lever on the rear doors up. The door can now be opened from the outside only. Safety switch for the rear Press the button on the driver's door. The LED lights up if the safety function is switched on.

  • Page 90: Driving

    Driving CONTROLS Driving Vehicle features and To save battery power when the engine is off, switch off the ignition and any unnecessary elec‐ options tronic systems/power consumers. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Safety measures cific and optional features offered with the series. When switching off the ignition, the selector It also describes features that are not necessarily lever position P is engaged automatically if the...
  • Page 91 Driving CONTROLS The radio-ready state remains active if, for in‐ stance the ignition is automatically switched off WARNING for the following reasons: An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and ▷ Opening or closing the driver's door. possibly roll away. There is a risk of an accident. Before exiting, secure the vehicle against roll‐...
  • Page 92 Driving CONTROLS Engine stop Press the Start/Stop button. The engine is switched off. The radio-ready state is switched on. Safety information Set the parking brake. WARNING Auto Start/Stop function Unattended children or animals can cause the vehicle to move and endanger themselves and traffic, for instance due to the following actions: Concept ▷...
  • Page 93 Driving CONTROLS Displays in the instrument cluster Starting the engine The engine starts automatically under the follow‐ The display indicates that the ing conditions: Auto Start/Stop function is ready for an Automatic engine start. ▷ Steptronic transmission: by releasing the brake pedal.
  • Page 94 Driving CONTROLS Activating/deactivating the Automatic deactivation system manually In certain situations, the Auto Start/Stop function is deactivated automatically for safety reasons, Using the button for instance if no driver is detected. Malfunction The Auto Start/Stop function no longer switches off the engine automatically. A Check Control message is displayed.
  • Page 95 Driving CONTROLS ▷ Pressing the Start/Stop button. If the vehicle is slowed down to a speed of ap‐ prox. 2 mph/3 km/h the parking brake is set. ▷ Releasing the parking brake. ▷ Opening and closing the doors or win‐ Releasing dows.
  • Page 96 Driving CONTROLS ▷ The engine is switched off. ▷ Opening and closing the doors or win‐ dows. ▷ A door is opened and driver's safety belt is unbuckled while the vehicle is stationary. ▷ Engaging selector lever position N. ▷ The moving vehicle is brought to a standstill ▷...
  • Page 97 Driving CONTROLS Automatic Hold is deactivated. It may take several seconds for the brake to be put into operation. Any sounds associated with When the parking brake is set manually, Auto‐ this are normal. matic Hold is deactivated automatically. The indicator light in the instrument clus‐ Driving ter goes out as soon as the parking brake is ready for operation.
  • Page 98 Driving CONTROLS Safety information "Lighting" "Triple turn signal" The setting is stored for the driver profile cur‐ WARNING rently used. If the wipers start moving in the folded away state, body parts can be jammed or damage Signaling briefly may occur to parts of the vehicle. There is a risk Press the lever to the resistance point and hold it of injury or risk of damage to property.
  • Page 99 Driving CONTROLS Switching off and brief wipe Activating/deactivating Press the button on the wiper lever. Press the lever down. Wiping is started. ▷ To switch off from fast wiper speed: press down twice. If the vehicle is equipped with a rain sensor: the LED in the wiper lever is illuminated.
  • Page 100 Driving CONTROLS Windshield and headlight Fold-away position of the wipers washer system Concept Safety information The fold-out position enables the wipers to be folded away from the windshield. WARNING General information The washer fluid can freeze onto the window at Important, for instance when changing the wiper low temperatures and obstruct the view.
  • Page 101 Folding down the wipers instructions on the washer fluid container. After the wipers are folded back down, the wiper Use of BMW’s Windshield Washer Concentrate system must be reactivated. or the equivalent is recommended. Fold the wipers back down onto the wind‐...
  • Page 102 Driving CONTROLS trates or antifreeze. Follow the information and ▷ On uphill grades or on a downhill slope, mixing ratios provided on the containers. turn the front wheels in the direction of the curb. ▷ On uphill grades or on a downhill slope, Overview also secure the vehicle, for instance with a wheel chock.
  • Page 103 Driving CONTROLS ▷ After the ignition has been switched off while selector lever automatically returns to the selector lever position N is engaged. center position when released. Engaging selector lever positions General information To prevent the vehicle from creeping after you select a drive mode, maintain pressure on the brake pedal until you are ready to start.
  • Page 104 Driving CONTROLS Activating the sport program In this way, the ignition remains switched on, and a Check-Control message is displayed. The vehicle may roll. NOTICE Selector lever position P is automatically en‐ gaged when the ignition is switched off. There is a risk of damage to property.
  • Page 105 Dynamic Traction Control DTC activated. With some transmission versions it is possible to ▷ SPORT+ activated. switch into automatic mode as follows: Depending on the BMW M drive configuration, ▷ Pull and hold right shift paddle. this function is active independently of the ▷...
  • Page 106 Driving CONTROLS ▷ With the appropriate transmission version, A Check Control message is displayed. the lowest possible gear can be selected by pulling and holding the left shift paddle. The selected gear is briefly displayed in the in‐ strument cluster, followed by the current gear. Displays in the instrument cluster The selector lever position is dis‐...
  • Page 107 Driving CONTROLS Start with launch control While the engine is running: Press button or select Sport+ with the Driving Dynamics Control. TRACTION is displayed in the instrument cluster and the indicator light for DSC OFF lights up. Engage selector lever position S. With the left foot, forcefully press down on the brake.

  • Page 108: Displays

    Displays CONTROLS Displays Vehicle features and It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected options options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. When us‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ ing these functions and systems, the applicable cific and optional features offered with the series.
  • Page 109 Displays CONTROLS ▷ Date, refer to page 118. ▷ Range, refer to page 118. ▷ Energy recovery, refer to page 119. ▷ Status, Driving Dynamics Control, refer to page 171. ▷ Transmission display, refer to page 106. ▷ Service requirements, refer to page 119. ▷...
  • Page 110 Displays CONTROLS Overview 1 Fuel gage  117 Selection lists  121 2 Indicator/warning lights  113 ECO PRO displays  233 3 Speedometer 6 Engine oil temperature  117 4 Variable displays 7 Onboard Computer  122 Tachometer  117 8 Reset miles  117 Switching the change of display Or "Driving mode view" on and off With Professional Navigation You can set whether the instrument display auto‐...
  • Page 111 Displays CONTROLS ECO PRO displays 1 Speedometer 4 Transmission display 2 Variable displays: ECO PRO Tips, Decelera‐ ▷ Blue: bonus range. tion assistant instructions, Driver assist sys‐ ▷ Gray: range. tem displays 3 Efficiency display  233 In the ECO PRO program the instrument display sumption with more prominent representation of switches to the ECO PRO displays.
  • Page 112 Displays CONTROLS Sport displays 1 Speedometer 5 Performance display Tachometer  117 6 Variable displays 3 Transmission display 4 Shift point indicators, depending on the vehi‐ cle equipment General information In the Sport and Sport+ programs the instrument display switches to a sporty view. This view sup‐ Steptronic Sport transmission: shift lights are ports a sporty driving style with more prominent shown, when the SPORT+ driving program is ac‐...
  • Page 113 Displays CONTROLS Display Indicator/warning lights General information The indicator/warning lights in the instrument cluster can light up in a variety of combinations and colors. Several of the lights are checked for proper func‐ tioning and light up temporarily when the engine is started or the ignition is switched on.
  • Page 114 Displays CONTROLS Braking system impaired. Continue to Vehicle detection, Active Cruise Control drive moderately. Indicator light illuminates: a vehicle has Have the vehicle checked immediately been detected ahead of you. by a dealer’s service center or another qualified Indicator light flashes: the conditions are service center or repair shop.
  • Page 115 Displays CONTROLS Flat Tire Monitor FTM Emissions are deteriorating. Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible. The Flat Tire Monitor signals a loss of ▷ The warning light flashes under certain cir‐ tire inflation pressure in a tire. cumstances: Reduce your speed and stop cautiously.
  • Page 116 Displays CONTROLS High-beam Assistant function is eliminated. If several malfunctions oc‐ cur at once, the messages are displayed consec‐ High-beam Assistant is switched on. utively. High beams are switched on and off au‐ The messages can be hidden for approx. 8 sec‐ tomatically depending on the traffic sit‐...
  • Page 117 Displays CONTROLS ▷ "Owner's Manual" dle or in the left half of the temperature display. Display additional information about the Check Control message in the Integrated ▷ Hot engine: the pointer is at the high end of Owner's Manual. the temperature range. In addition, a Check Control message is displayed.
  • Page 118 Displays CONTROLS External temperature Range General information General information If the indicator drops to +37 ℉/+3 ℃ or lower, a With a low remaining range: signal sounds. ▷ A Check Control message is displayed briefly. A Check Control message is displayed. ▷...
  • Page 119 Displays CONTROLS Service requirements With navigation system: range with destination guidance active Concept Depending on the vehicle equip‐ ment, the estimated fuel con‐ The function displays the service requirements sumption to the destination is dis‐ and the corresponding maintenance scopes. played when destination guidance is active.
  • Page 120 Displays CONTROLS Entering appointment dates Suggestions to shift gear up or down are dis‐ played in the instrument cluster. Enter the dates for the mandatory vehicle in‐ On vehicles without a gear shift indicator, the en‐ spections. gaged gear is displayed. Make sure that the vehicle's date and time are set correctly.
  • Page 121 Displays CONTROLS Watch traffic closely and actively intervene Speed Limit Info can also be displayed in the where appropriate. Head-up Display. System limits Overview The system may not be fully functional and may provide incorrect information in the following sit‐ Camera uations: ▷...
  • Page 122 Displays CONTROLS Calling up information on the Info ▷ Current audio source. Display ▷ Redial phone feature. ▷ Turn on voice activation system. Activating a list and adjusting the setting Press and hold the button on the turn signal lever. Information is displayed in the Info Display of the instrument cluster.
  • Page 123 Displays CONTROLS Selecting information Resetting average values Depending on the vehicle equipment version, you can select what information from the On‐ board Computer is to be displayed on the Info Display of the instrument cluster. Via iDrive: "Settings" "Instrument cluster" Select the desired setting.
  • Page 124 Displays CONTROLS Sport displays Onboard Computer on the Control Display General information Concept Depending on the vehicle equipment, the current The Onboard Computer displays different vehi‐ values for performance and torque can be dis‐ cle data on the Control Display, such as average played on the Control Display.
  • Page 125 Displays CONTROLS "Warning" The time format is stored. Setting your current speed as Automatic time setting the speed warning Depending on your vehicle's optional features, the time, date and, if needed, the time zone are Via iDrive: updated automatically. "Settings" "Settings"...
  • Page 126 The following information is displayed on the Concept Head-up Display: If vehicle location has been activated, the current ▷ Speed. vehicle position can be displayed in the BMW Connected app or in the ConnectedDrive cus‐ ▷ Navigation instructions. tomer portal. ▷...
  • Page 127 Displays CONTROLS ▷ Driver assistance systems. The height of the Head-up Display can also be stored using the memory function, refer to Some of this information is only displayed briefly page 81. as needed. Setting the rotation Selecting displays in the Head-up Display The screen of the Head-up Display can be ro‐...

  • Page 128: Lights

    Lights CONTROLS Lights Vehicle features and Symbol Function options Parking lights. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Low beams. cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected Instrument lighting.
  • Page 129 Lights CONTROLS Roadside parking light "Welcome lights" Settings are stored for the profile currently used. Concept Headlight courtesy delay feature The vehicle can be illuminated on one side. General information Switching on The low beams stay lit for a short while if the headlight flasher is switched on after the radio- ready state is switched off.
  • Page 130 Lights CONTROLS General information The indicator light in the instrument cluster is il‐ luminated when the low beams are switched on. The adaptive light functions may consist of one system or multiple systems, depending on the System limits equipment version: The automatic headlight control cannot serve as ▷...
  • Page 131 Lights CONTROLS High-beam Assistant The blue indicator light in the instrument cluster lights up when the system switches on the high beams. Concept The high-beam Assistant is deactivated when The high-beam Assistant detects other traffic manually switching the high beams on and off, participants early on and automatically switches refer to page 98.
  • Page 132 Lights CONTROLS Functional requirement Overview The low beams must be switched on before switching on the front fog lights. Switching on/off Press the button. The green indicator light lights up if the front fog lights are switched on. If the automatic headlight control, refer to page 129, is activated, the low beams will come 1 Interior lights on automatically when you switch on the front...
  • Page 133 Lights CONTROLS To deactivate the ambient light: "Off". Setting the brightness On the Control Display: "Settings" "Lighting" "Brightness:" Adjust the brightness. Online Edition for Part no. 01402896102 - X/18...

  • Page 134: Safety

    Safety CONTROLS Safety Vehicle features and It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected options options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. When us‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ ing these functions and systems, the applicable cific and optional features offered with the series.
  • Page 135 Vehicle modifications for a person with disabili‐ ▷ Keep a distance from the airbags. ties may affect the air bag system; contact BMW Customer Relations for further information. ▷ Always grasp the steering wheel on the steering wheel rim.
  • Page 136 Safety CONTROLS Safety information WARNING Improperly executed work can lead to failure, WARNING malfunction or unintentional triggering of the To ensure the front-seat passenger airbag airbag system. In the case of a malfunction, the function, the system must be able to detect airbag system might not trigger as intended de‐...
  • Page 137 Safety CONTROLS Indicator light for the front-seat Strength of the driver's and passenger airbags front-seat passenger airbag The explosive power that activates driver's/front- seat passenger airbags very much depends on the positions of the driver's/front passenger seat. To maintain the accuracy of this function over the long term, calibrate the front seats as soon as a respective message appears on the Control Display.
  • Page 138 Safety CONTROLS General information All wheels green System is active and will issue a warning related Sensors in the tire valves measure the tire infla‐ to the tire inflation pressures stored during the tion pressure and, depending on the model, the last reset.
  • Page 139 Safety CONTROLS green and "Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) active" Measure is displayed. Check the tire pressure and correct as You may interrupt this trip at any time. When you needed. continue the reset resumes automatically. Reset the system. Messages If the tire inflation pressure is too General information Message A low tire inflation pressure may cause the DSC...
  • Page 140 Safety CONTROLS Run-flat tires Symbol Possible cause There is a flat tire or a major loss in Safety information tire inflation pressure. No reset was performed for the sys‐ WARNING tem. The system issues a warning Your vehicle handles differently with a run-flat based on the tire inflation pressures with no or low inflation pressure;...
  • Page 141 Safety CONTROLS Malfunction Vehicle handling with damaged tires Vehicles driven with a damaged tire will handle The yellow warning light flashes and is differently, potentially leading to conditions such then illuminated continuously. A Check as the following: Control message is displayed. It may not ▷...
  • Page 142 Safety CONTROLS Functional requirements tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel effi‐ ciency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehi‐ The following conditions must be met for the cle's handling and stopping ability. Please note system; otherwise, reliable flagging of a loss of that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire tire inflation pressure is not assured: maintenance, and it is the driver's responsibility...
  • Page 143 Safety CONTROLS Start the initialization with "Perform reset". Check whether the vehicle is fitted with nor‐ mal tires or run-flat tires. Drive away. Run-flat tires, refer to page 252, are labeled The initialization is completed while driving, with a circular symbol containing the letters which can be interrupted at any time.
  • Page 144 Safety CONTROLS Continued driving with a flat tire Do not continue driving. Contact a dealer’s serv‐ ice center or another qualified service center or If continuing to drive with a damaged tire: repair shop. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu‐ vers.
  • Page 145 Safety CONTROLS Watch traffic closely and actively intervene Press button briefly: where appropriate. ▷ The menu for the intelligent safety system is displayed. The systems are individually switched off accord‐ ing to their respective settings. WARNING ▷ LED lights up orange or goes out respective Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a sub‐...
  • Page 146 Safety CONTROLS The system sounds a warning before an immi‐ Watch traffic closely and actively intervene nent collision and activates brakes independ‐ where appropriate. ently, if needed. The automatic braking intervention is done with limited force and duration. WARNING A camera in the area of the interior mirror con‐ Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a sub‐...
  • Page 147 Safety CONTROLS Camera Setting the warning time The warning time can be set. Via iDrive: "Settings" "Frontal Coll. Warning" Activate the desired time on the Control Dis‐ play. The selected time is stored for the driver profile currently used. The camera is installed near the interior mirror. Warning with braking function Keep the windshield in front of the interior mirror clean and clear.
  • Page 148 Safety CONTROLS Acute warnings can also be triggered without ▷ Vehicles that suddenly swerve in front of you, previous forewarning. or sharply decelerating vehicles. ▷ Vehicles with an unusual rear appearance. Braking intervention ▷ Two-wheeled vehicles ahead of you. The warning prompts the driver to react. During a warning, the maximum braking force is used.
  • Page 149 Safety CONTROLS The automatic braking intervention may be exe‐ cuted with maximum braking force and for a brief WARNING period only as necessary. Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a sub‐ If the vehicle is equipped with Active Cruise Con‐ stitute for the driver’s personal judgment.
  • Page 150 Safety CONTROLS Radar sensor ▷ LED lights up orange or goes out respective to their individual settings. Adjust as needed. The individual settings are stored for the driver profile currently in use. Press button again: ▷ All Intelligent Safety systems are switched on.
  • Page 151 Safety CONTROLS Prewarning System limits This warning is provided, for instance when there Safety information is impending danger of a collision or the distance to the vehicle ahead is too small. If a prewarning is provided, respond by braking WARNING as warranted.
  • Page 152 Safety CONTROLS ▷ If there are constant blinding effects because 35 mph/60 km/h and assists with braking before of oncoming light, for instance from the sun a collision. low in the sky. The system reacts to people who are within the detection range of the system.
  • Page 153 Safety CONTROLS Camera WARNING Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a sub‐ stitute for the driver’s personal judgment. Due to its limits, the system might not output warn‐ ings or reactions or these might be output late, incorrectly, or without justification. There is a risk of an accident.
  • Page 154 Safety CONTROLS Warning with braking function garding the system limits and actively intervene if needed. Display If a collision with a person detected in this way is Detection range imminent, a warning symbol appears on the in‐ The detection potential of the camera is limited. strument cluster and in the Head-up Display.
  • Page 155 Safety CONTROLS Night Vision with Pedestrian and animal detection Pedestrian and Animal Detection Concept Night Vision with pedestrian and animal detec‐ tion is a night vision system. An infrared camera scans the area in front of the vehicle and issues a warning if it detects pedes‐ Object detection and object warning only func‐...
  • Page 156 Safety CONTROLS Safety information WARNING The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver’s personal judgment in assessing visibility and traffic situation. There is a risk of an acci‐ dent. Adjust driving style to traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely and actively intervene where appropriate.
  • Page 157 Safety CONTROLS Adjust as needed. The individual settings are Although both the shape and the heat radiation stored for the driver profile currently in use. are analyzed, false warnings cannot be ruled out. Press button again: Warning area in front of the vehicle ▷...
  • Page 158 Safety CONTROLS System limits Symbol Meaning Acute warning: animal warn‐ Basic limits ing in the instrument cluster. The system may not be fully functional in the fol‐ lowing situations: Acute warning: animal warn‐ ▷ On steep hills, in steep depressions or in tight ing in the instrument display.
  • Page 159 Safety CONTROLS General information Overview Depending on the country version, the system Button in the vehicle issues a warning at speeds between 35 mph/55 km/h and 45 mph/70 km/h. When switching on the system below this speed, a message is displayed in the instrument cluster. Warnings are issued by means of a steering wheel vibration.
  • Page 160 Safety CONTROLS are individually switched off accord‐ ▷ When returning to your own lane. ing to their respective settings. ▷ When braking hard. ▷ LED lights up orange or goes out respective ▷ When using the turn signal. to their individual settings. System limits Adjust as needed.
  • Page 161 Safety CONTROLS Active Blind Spot Watch traffic closely and actively intervene where appropriate. Detection Concept WARNING Active Blind Spot Detection detects vehicles in Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a sub‐ the blind spot or vehicles approaching from be‐ stitute for the driver’s personal judgment. Due hind in the adjacent lane.
  • Page 162 Safety CONTROLS Switching on/off Prewarning The dimmed light in the exterior mirror housing Switching on automatically indicates when there are vehicles in the blind spot or approaching from behind. The Active Blind Spot Detection is automatically activated after departure, if the function was Acute warning switched on the last time the engine was stop‐...
  • Page 163 Safety CONTROLS A Check Control message is displayed when the trips, for instance on highways. In this situation, it system is not fully functional. is recommended that the driver takes a break. Safety information Brake force display WARNING Concept The system cannot serve as a substitute for the Additional brake lights indicate emergency brak‐...
  • Page 164 Safety CONTROLS System limits Safety information The function may be limited in the following sit‐ uations, for instance and will either output an in‐ WARNING correct warning or no warning at all: The system cannot serve as a substitute for the ▷...
  • Page 165 Safety CONTROLS Harder vehicle braking It can be necessary to bring the vehicle in certain situations to a halt quicker. To do this, for a short time the braking pressure applied when stepping on the brake pedal must be higher than the braking pressure achieved by the automatic braking function.

  • Page 166: Driving Stability Control Systems

    Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Driving stability control systems Vehicle features and Adaptive brake assistant options In combination with Active Cruise Control, this system ensures that the brakes respond even This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ more rapidly when braking in critical situations. cific and optional features offered with the series.
  • Page 167 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Dynamic Performance Dynamic Traction Control DTC, refer to page 168, is a version of the DSC where forward Control DPC momentum is optimized. The Dynamic Performance Control increases Safety information both the agility of the vehicle and the lane stabil‐ ity.
  • Page 168 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS DTC Dynamic Traction Indicator/warning lights Control The indicator light flashes: DSC controls the drive and braking forces. The indicator light lights up: DSC has Concept malfunctioned. DTC is a version of the DSC Dynamic Stability Control where forward momentum is optimized.
  • Page 169 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS The indicator light lights up: DTC Dy‐ the brakes are actively applied, the system dis‐ namic Traction Control is activated. tributes force according to the traction. Vehicle stability and maneuverability are im‐ proved on downhill gradients. xDrive Hill Descent Control can be activated at speeds below approx.
  • Page 170 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Activating HDC active stabilizer bars on the front and rear axles that react immediately to all driving situations. Programs The system offers two different programs. Select the programs via the Driving Dynamics Control. SPORT Sporty tuning for greater driving agility. Press the button;...
  • Page 171 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Self-leveling suspension Operating the programs Button Program Concept DSC OFF The self-leveling suspension keeps the vehicle TRACTION height and ground clearance constant. The height of the vehicle at the rear axle is maintained SPORT+ at a predefined level under all load conditions. SPORT The system ensures consistent comfort by COMFORT...
  • Page 172 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Activating SPORT+ The indicator light lights up: DSC OFF is activated. Press button repeatedly until SPORT+ appears in the instrument cluster and TRACTION the DSC OFF indicator light lights up. Maximum traction on loose road surfaces. DTC Automatic program change Dynamic Traction Control is switched on.
  • Page 173 Driving stability control systems CONTROLS Displays in the instrument The configuration is stored for the profile cur‐ rently used. cluster This configuration is retrieved when the SPORT driving mode is activated. Selected program The instrument cluster displays COMFORT the selected program. Concept For a balanced tuning with maximum driving sta‐...

  • Page 174: Driving Comfort

    Driving comfort CONTROLS Driving comfort Vehicle features and Safety information options WARNING This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ The system cannot serve as a substitute for the cific and optional features offered with the series. driver’s personal judgment in assessing the It also describes features that are not necessarily traffic situation.
  • Page 175 Driving comfort CONTROLS WARNING Risk of accident due to too high speed differen‐ ces to other vehicles, for instance in the follow‐ ing situations: ▷ When fast approaching a slowly moving vehicle. ▷ Vehicle suddenly swerving into own lane. ▷ When fast approaching standing vehicles. Always keep radar sensor clean and unob‐...
  • Page 176 Driving comfort CONTROLS Switching on/off and interrupting ▷ If the safety belt is unbuckled and the driver's door is opened while the vehicle is standing cruise control still. ▷ If the system has not detected objects for an Switching on extended period, for instance on a road with Press the button on the steering wheel.
  • Page 177 Driving comfort CONTROLS Changing the speed Reduce distance Press the button repeatedly until the desired distance is set. Instrument cluster will display selected distance, refer to page 178. Increase distance Press the button repeatedly until the desired distance is set. Press the rocker switch up or down repeatedly Instrument cluster will display selected distance, until the desired speed is set.
  • Page 178 Driving comfort CONTROLS ▷ Marking lights up orange: system is inter‐ Distance display rupted, the marking indicates the stored The system has been interrupted or speed. distance control is temporarily sup‐ ▷ The marking does not light up: the system is pressed because the accelerator switched off.
  • Page 179 Driving comfort CONTROLS Distance information Swerving vehicles The symbol is displayed when the dis‐ tance from the vehicle traveling ahead is too short. The distance information is active under the fol‐ lowing circumstances: ▷ Active Cruise Control switched off. ▷ Display in the Head-up Display selected.
  • Page 180 Driving comfort CONTROLS Engine power The desired speed is also maintained downhill, but may not be maintained on uphill grades if en‐ gine power is insufficient. Malfunction The system cannot be activated if the radar sen‐ sor is not aligned correctly. This may be caused by damage incurred, for instance during parking.
  • Page 181 Driving comfort CONTROLS Safety information Overview Buttons on the steering wheel WARNING The system cannot serve as a substitute for the Button Function driver’s personal judgment in assessing the Cruise control on/off, interrupting, re‐ traffic situation. Based on the limits of the sys‐ fer to page 181.
  • Page 182 Driving comfort CONTROLS Interrupting automatically Changing the speed The system is automatically interrupted in the following situations: ▷ When the driver applies the brakes. ▷ When selector lever position D is disengaged. ▷ Dynamic Traction Control DTC is activated or DSC Dynamic Stability Control is deactivated.
  • Page 183 Driving comfort CONTROLS Displays in the Head-up Display In the following cases, the stored speed value is deleted and cannot be called up again: Some system information can also be displayed ▷ When the system is switched off. in the Head-up Display. ▷...
  • Page 184 Driving comfort CONTROLS Safety information Ultrasound sensors Ultrasound sensors of the PDC, for instance in the bumpers. WARNING The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver’s personal judgment in assessing the traffic situation. Based on the limits of the sys‐ tem, it cannot independently react to all traffic Functional requirements situations.
  • Page 185 Driving comfort CONTROLS With front PDC: switching on/off Visual warning manually The approach of the vehicle to an object can be shown on the Control Display. Objects that are Press park assistance button. farther away are already displayed on the Control Display before a signal sounds.
  • Page 186 Driving comfort CONTROLS ▷ With thin or wedge-shaped objects. PDC has failed. Have the system checked by a dealer’s service center or another qualified serv‐ ▷ With moving objects. ice center or repair shop. ▷ With elevated, protruding objects such as ledges or cargo.
  • Page 187 Driving comfort CONTROLS Overview Switch the system back on, if needed. If the vehicle is equipped If the vehicle is equipped accordingly: switching on/off accordingly: button in the vehicle manually Press park assistance button. ▷ On: the LED lights up. ▷...
  • Page 188 Driving comfort CONTROLS Pathway lines Obstacle marking Pathway lines can be superimposed on the im‐ If the vehicle is equipped accordingly, obstacles age of the rearview camera. behind the vehicle are detected by the PDC Park Distance Control sensors and the rearview cam‐ Pathway lines help you to estimate the space re‐...
  • Page 189 Driving comfort CONTROLS Top View Turn the steering wheel to the point where the pathway line covers the corresponding turning radius line. Concept Top View provides assistance in parking and ma‐ neuvering. The area around the vehicle is shown on the Control Display. General information The image is captured by two cameras integrated in the exterior mirrors, by the rearview...
  • Page 190 Driving comfort CONTROLS Cameras The unavailable camera range is depicted by shading. Switching on/off Switching on automatically The system is switched on automatically if selec‐ tor lever position R is engaged when the engine is running. The rearview camera image is displayed. To switch to the Top View: Front camera "Rear view camera"...
  • Page 191 Driving comfort CONTROLS Side View Brightness With Top View switched on: Concept Select the symbol. Turn the Controller until the desired setting is reached, and press the Controller. Contrast With Top View switched on: Select the symbol. Turn the Controller until the desired setting is reached, and press the Controller.
  • Page 192 Driving comfort CONTROLS Overview Switching on/off Button in the vehicle Switching on/off manually Press the button. Depending on the transmission position, the pic‐ ture of the front or rear camera is displayed. Switching off automatically By switching into a different function or when changing gears.
  • Page 193 Driving comfort CONTROLS General information ▷ Your vehicle moves no faster than walking speed. Parking assistant handling is divided into three ▷ To detect approaching objects, sufficient steps: brightness, for instance daylight is necessary. ▷ Switching on and activating. ▷ Parking space search.
  • Page 194 Driving comfort CONTROLS Overview Suitable parking space ▷ Gap between two objects with a minimum Button in the vehicle length of approx. 5 ft/1.5 m. ▷ Min. length of gap between two objects: your vehicle's length plus approx. 4 ft/1.2 m. ▷...
  • Page 195 Driving comfort CONTROLS Parking space search and system The status of the parking space search and possible parking spaces are displayed on the status Control Display, refer to page 194. Follow the instructions on the Control Dis‐ play. Press and hold the park assistance button for the duration of the parking procedure.
  • Page 196 Driving comfort CONTROLS ▷ If doors are open. ▷ On bumpy road surfaces such as gravel roads. ▷ When setting the parking brake. ▷ On slippery ground. ▷ During acceleration. ▷ On steep uphill or downhill grades. ▷ When braking. ▷...
  • Page 197 Driving comfort CONTROLS Malfunction A Check Control message is displayed. The parking assistant failed. Have the system checked by a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop. Online Edition for Part no. 01402896102 - X/18...

  • Page 198: Climate Control

    Climate control CONTROLS Climate control Vehicle features and ▷ Emission tested car's interior. ▷ Microfilter. options ▷ Air conditioning system to control the tem‐ perature, air flow and recirculated-air mode. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Depending on the equipment specification: cific and optional features offered with the series.
  • Page 199 Climate control CONTROLS 3 AUTO program, left 12 Seat heating, right  76 4 Air flow, AUTO intensity, left, residual heat 13 Active seat ventilation, right  77 5 Remove ice and condensation 14 Automatic recirculated-air control/recircu‐ lated-air mode 6 Maximum cooling 15 Air conditioning 7 Display 16 Rear window defroster 8 Air flow, AUTO intensity, right...
  • Page 200 Climate control CONTROLS When using the automatic climate control, con‐ ences, the air is directed to the windshield, side densation water, refer to page 227, develops windows, upper body, and into the floor area. and drains underneath the vehicle. This is nor‐ The air conditioning, refer to page 199, is mal.
  • Page 201 Climate control CONTROLS ▷ Left LED on, automatic recirculated-air con‐ ▷ Floor area. trol: a sensor detects pollutants in the outside ▷ Windows and floor area. air and shuts off automatically. ▷ Windows, upper body region, and floor area. ▷ Right LED on, recirculated-air mode: the sup‐...
  • Page 202 Climate control CONTROLS The symbol appears on the display of the au‐ The activated-charcoal filter also removes gas‐ tomatic climate control. eous pollutants from the outside air that enters the vehicle. The interior temperature, air flow and air distribu‐ tion can be adjusted with the ignition switched Have this combined filter changed during vehicle maintenance, refer to page 271.
  • Page 203 Climate control CONTROLS This does not change the set interior tempera‐ 6 Maximum cooling ture for the driver and front passenger. 7 Seat heating  78 Ventilation in rear, center Switching the rear automatic climate control on/off "Settings" "Climate" "Rear climate" The rear automatic climate control is not opera‐ tional if the automatic climate control is switched off or if the function for defrosting or defogging the windows is active.
  • Page 204 Climate control CONTROLS Maximum cooling Press the left or right side of the button: decrease or increase intensity. Concept The selected intensity is shown on the display of The system is set to the lowest temperature, the automatic climate control. maximum air flow and recirculated-air mode.
  • Page 205 Climate control CONTROLS Parked-car ventilation The system continues to run for some time after being switched off. Concept Setting the departure time The parked-car ventilation ventilates the car's in‐ Via iDrive: terior and lowers its temperature, if needed. "Settings" General information "Climate"...

  • Page 206: Interior Equipment

    Interior equipment CONTROLS Interior equipment Vehicle features and Safety information options WARNING This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ The operation of remote-controlled systems cific and optional features offered with the series. with the integrated universal remote control, It also describes features that are not necessarily such as the garage door, may result in pinched available in your vehicle, e.
  • Page 207 Interior equipment CONTROLS Control elements on the interior Canada: if programming with the hand-held transmitter was interrupted, hold down the in‐ mirror terior mirror button and repeatedly press and release the hand-held transmitter button for 2 seconds. 6. ▷ The LED lights up green: programming completed.
  • Page 208 Interior equipment CONTROLS Synchronizing the universal remote control with ▷ The LED flashes fast: the hand-held the system: transmitter was detected but program‐ ming is not complete. Park the vehicle within range of the remote- Press the button on the interior mirror for controlled system.
  • Page 209 Interior equipment CONTROLS Emptying Press and hold the two outer buttons on the in‐ terior mirror simultaneously for approximately Take out the insert. 10 seconds until the LED on the interior mirror flashes green rapidly. Cigarette lighter Sun visor Safety information Glare shield WARNING Fold the sun visor down or up.
  • Page 210 Interior equipment CONTROLS Operation Safety information Push in the cigarette lighter. WARNING The cigarette lighter can be re‐ moved as soon as it pops back Devices and cables in the unfolding area of the out. airbags, such as portable navigation devices, can hinder the unfolding of the airbag or be thrown around in the car's interior during un‐...
  • Page 211 Interior equipment CONTROLS USB interface/AUX-IN port Center armrest Concept Mobile devices with USB port can be connected to the USB interface. A mobile audio device, for instance a MP3 player, can be connected using the AUX-IN port. General information The following devices can be connected: Remove the cover.
  • Page 212 Interior equipment CONTROLS Cargo area Connecting an external device Follow the following when connecting: Cargo cover ▷ Do not use force when plugging the connec‐ tor into the USB interface. Safety information ▷ Use a flexible adapter cable. ▷ Protect the USB storage device against me‐ chanical damage.
  • Page 213 Interior equipment CONTROLS General information The rear seat backrest is divided at a ratio of 40– 20–40. The side rear seat backrests and the center section can be folded down separately. The rear seat backrests can be folded down from the rear.
  • Page 214 Interior equipment CONTROLS Ski and snowboard bag and backrests are securely engaged or locked. If possible, adjust the height of the head re‐ straints or remove them. The ski and snowboard bag is contained in a protective jacket in the cargo area. Follow the installation and owner's manual in‐...

  • Page 215: Storage Compartments

    Storage compartments CONTROLS Storage compartments Vehicle features and ▷ Glove compartment on the driver's side, refer to page 216. options ▷ Compartments in the doors, refer to page 216. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ ▷ Storage compartment on the center console, cific and optional features offered with the series.
  • Page 216 Storage compartments CONTROLS Compartments in the doors The tensioning strap in the glove compartment is used to store small objects. General information Closing There are storage compartments in the doors. Fold cover closed. Safety information Locking The glove compartment can be locked with an WARNING integrated key.
  • Page 217 Storage compartments CONTROLS Small storage compartment Connection for an external audio device An external audio device, for in‐ stance an MP3 player, can be connected via the AUX-IN port or the USB audio interface in the center armrest. Rear Storage possibility for small objects, for instance Overview coins.
  • Page 218 Storage compartments CONTROLS Glasses compartment Front Overview Overview In the center console. The compartment for eye glasses is located be‐ tween the interior mirror and interior lights. Opening Slide the cover forward. Press the button. Closing Press the cover up until it latches. Cup holders Two cup holders are located in the center con‐...
  • Page 219 Storage compartments CONTROLS Opening WARNING Pull the strap and fold down the center arm‐ rest. Improper use of the clothes hooks can lead to a risk of objects flying about during braking and evasive maneuvers. There is a risk of injury and risk of damage to property.
  • Page 220 Storage compartments CONTROLS Lashing eyes in the cargo area hooks. Only transport heavy luggage in the cargo area if it has been appropriately secured. with rail To secure the cargo, refer to page 230, there are lashing eyes in the cargo area. Cargo net, FlexNet To secure the cargo, refer to page 230, the flexi‐...
  • Page 221 Storage compartments CONTROLS Online Edition for Part no. 01402896102 - X/18...
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  • Page 223: Driving Tips

    DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving ............224 Loading ..................... 229 Saving fuel ....................232 Online Edition for Part no. 01402896102 - X/18...

  • Page 224: Things To Remember When Driving

    Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Things to remember when driving Vehicle features and Engine, transmission, and axle drive options Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Do not exceed the maximum engine and road cific and optional features offered with the series.
  • Page 225 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS General driving notes Climate comfort windshield Closing the tailgate Safety information WARNING An open tailgate protrudes from the vehicle and can endanger occupants and other traffic par‐ ticipants or damage the vehicle in the event of The marked area is not covered with heat reflec‐...
  • Page 226 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Driving through water Objects in the movement area around pedals and floor area General information When driving through water, follow the following: WARNING ▷ Drive through calm water only. Objects in the driver's floor area can limit the pedal distance or block a depressed pedal.
  • Page 227 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS Driving on poor roads Safety information WARNING Concept Light but consistent brake pressure can lead to Because of its greater ground clearance, the ve‐ high temperatures, brakes wearing out and hicle can be driven on a variety of road types and possibly even brake failure.
  • Page 228 Things to remember when driving DRIVING TIPS After a trip on poor roads After a trip on poor roads, check wheels and tires for damage to maintain driving safety. Clear heavy soiling from the body. Driving on racetracks Higher mechanical and thermal loads during racetrack operation lead to increased wear.

  • Page 229: Loading

    Loading DRIVING TIPS Loading Vehicle features and WARNING options Improperly stowed objects can shift and be thrown into the car's interior, for instance in the This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ event of an accident or during braking and eva‐ cific and optional features offered with the series.
  • Page 230 Loading DRIVING TIPS cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in ▷ Larger and heavy cargo: secure with cargo Step 4. straps. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your ve‐ Lashing eyes in the cargo hicle.
  • Page 231 Loading DRIVING TIPS Loading Because roof-mounted luggage racks raise the vehicle's center of gravity when loaded, they have a major effect on vehicle handling and steering response. Therefore, note the following when loading and driving: ▷ Do not exceed the approved roof/axle loads and the approved gross vehicle weight.

  • Page 232: Saving Fuel

    Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS Saving fuel Vehicle features and Close the windows and options glass sunroof This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Driving with the glass sunroof and windows open cific and optional features offered with the series. results in increased air resistance and thereby re‐ It also describes features that are not necessarily duces the range.
  • Page 233 The flow of fuel is interrupted while coasting. Have the vehicle maintained regularly to achieve Switch off the engine optimal vehicle efficiency and service life. BMW recommends that maintenance work be per‐ during longer stops formed by a BMW dealer’s service center.
  • Page 234 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS ECO PRO climate control ▷ ECO PRO bonus range, refer to page 234. ▷ ECO PRO tip, driving tip, refer to page 235. To activate ECO PRO climate control: ▷ ECO PRO climate control, refer to page 234. "ECO PRO climate control"...
  • Page 235 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS ECO PRO efficiency display cient, for instance by backing off the accelerator. Display in the instrument cluster Activating the ECO PRO efficiency display and ECO PRO tips The ECO PRO efficiency display and ECO PRO tips in the instrument cluster appear when the ECO PRO display is activated.
  • Page 236 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS Displaying EfficientDynamics info 30 mph/50 km/h to 100 mph/160 km/h if the fol‐ lowing conditions are met: The current efficiency can be displayed. ▷ Accelerator pedal and brake pedal are not op‐ "EfficientDynamics info" erated. The following systems are displayed: ▷...
  • Page 237 Saving fuel DRIVING TIPS Indications on the Control Display The coasting driving condition is displayed in EfficientDynamics Info while this driving mode is active. Color code blue, arrow 1, and symbol, arrow 2: driving condition coasting. Displaying EfficientDynamics info "Vehicle info" "EfficientDynamics"...
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  • Page 239 MOBILITY Refueling ....................240 Fuel ......................242 Wheels and tires ..................244 Engine compartment ................262 Engine oil ....................265 Coolant ...................... 269 Maintenance ..................... 271 Replacing components ................273 Breakdown assistance ................279 Care ......................285 Online Edition for Part no. 01402896102 - X/18...

  • Page 240: Mobility

    Refueling MOBILITY Refueling Vehicle features and Fuel cap options Opening This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler cific and optional features offered with the series. flap. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.
  • Page 241 Refueling MOBILITY Closing Safety information WARNING NOTICE The retaining strap of the fuel cap can be jam‐ Fuels are toxic and aggressive. Overfilling of the med and crushed during closing. The cap can‐ fuel tank can damage the fuel system. Painted not be correctly closed.

  • Page 242: Fuel

    Fuel MOBILITY Fuel Vehicle features and Safety information options NOTICE This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ Even small quantities of the wrong fuel or cific and optional features offered with the series. wrong fuel additives can damage the fuel sys‐ It also describes features that are not necessarily tem and engine.
  • Page 243 Failure to comply with these recommendations may result in the need for unscheduled mainte‐ nance. Recommended fuel grade BMW recommends AKI 91. Minimum fuel grade BMW recommends AKI 89. If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI Rating, the engine may produce knocking sounds when starting at high external temperatures.

  • Page 244: Wheels And Tires

    Wheels and tires MOBILITY Wheels and tires Vehicle features and Tire inflation pressure specifications options In the tire inflation pressure table This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ The tire inflation pressure table, refer to cific and optional features offered with the series. page 245, contains all tire inflation pressure It also describes features that are not necessarily specifications for the specified tire sizes at the...
  • Page 245 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire inflation pressure values up Also check the tire inflation pressure of the emergency wheel in the cargo area regularly, and to 100 mph/160 km/h correct it as needed. X6 sDrive35i, X6 xDrive35i Determine, refer to page 244, the intended tire inflation pressure levels for the mounted Tire size Pressure specifica‐...
  • Page 246 Wheels and tires MOBILITY X6 xDrive50i Tire inflation pressures at max. speeds above 100 mph/160 km/h Tire size Pressure specifica‐ tions in bar/PSI WARNING Specifications in In order to drive at maximum speeds in excess bar/PSI with cold of 100 mph/160 km/h, please observe, and, if tires necessary, adjust tire pressures for speeds ex‐...
  • Page 247 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Tire size Pressure specifica‐ Tire size Pressure specifica‐ tions in bar/PSI tions in bar/PSI Front: 275/40 R 20 2.7 / 39 Front: 275/40 R 20 3.0 / 44 106 V M+S XL 106 V M+S XL Rear: 315/35 R 20 3.0 / 44 Rear: 315/35 R 20...
  • Page 248 Wheels and tires MOBILITY DOT Quality Grades Rating – GAWR. Note, front vs. rear GAWR and tire loads, respectively. Treadwear Traction AA A B C Speed letter Temperature A B C Q = up to 100 mph/160 km/h All passenger vehicle tires must conform to Fed‐ R = up to 106 mph/170 km/h eral Safety Requirements in addition to these S = up to 112 mph/180 km/h...
  • Page 249 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Minimum tread depth The grade C corresponds to a level of perform‐ ance which all passenger vehicle tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades Band A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.
  • Page 250 Wheels and tires MOBILITY ▷ Tire inflation pressure too low. about the correct wheel/tire combination and wheel rim versions for the vehicle. ▷ Vehicle overloading. ▷ Incorrect tire storage. Safety information Safety information WARNING Wheels and tires which are not suitable for your WARNING vehicle can damage parts of the vehicle, for in‐...
  • Page 251 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Recommended tire brands Maximum speed of winter tires If the maximum speed of the vehicle is higher than the permissible speed for the winter tires, then attach a label showing the permissible maxi‐ mum speed in the field of view. The label is avail‐ able from a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
  • Page 252 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Label Remove dirt from wheels or tires. Run-flat tires Concept Run-flat tires permit continued driving under re‐ stricted conditions even in the event of a com‐ plete loss of tire inflation pressure. General information The tires are marked on the tire sidewall with RSC Run-flat System Component.
  • Page 253 Wheels and tires MOBILITY General information Compressor ▷ Follow the instructions on using the Mobility System found on the compressor and sealant container. ▷ Use of the Mobility System may be ineffec‐ tive if the tire puncture measures approx. 1/8 inches/4 mm or more. ▷...
  • Page 254 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Filling the tire with sealant Pull the connection hose fully out of the com‐ pressor housing. Do not kink the hose. Safety information DANGER If the exhaust pipe is blocked or ventilation is in‐ sufficient, harmful exhaust gases can enter into the vehicle.
  • Page 255 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Remove the valve cap from the tire valve and If a tire inflation pressure of 2 bar is not reached: screw the filling hose of the sealant container Switch off the compressor. onto the tire valve of the nonworking wheel. Pull the connector out of the power socket inside the vehicle.
  • Page 256 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Correcting the tire inflation WARNING pressure Insufficiently tight snow chains may damage Stop at a suitable location. tires and vehicle components. There is a risk of Screw the connection hose of the compres‐ accidents or risk of damage to property. Make sor directly onto the tire valve stem.
  • Page 257 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Changing wheels/tires an emergency or spare wheel in the event of a breakdown. General information When using run-flat tires or a flat tire kit, a wheel WARNING does not always need to be changed immedi‐ On soft, uneven or slippery ground, for example ately when there is a loss of tire inflation pressure snow, ice, tiles, etc., the vehicle jack can slip due to a flat tire.
  • Page 258 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Securing the vehicle against Lug bolt lock rolling Concept General information The wheel lug bolts have a special coding. The lug bolts can only be released with the adapter The vehicle manufacturer recommends to addi‐ which matches the coding. tionally secure the vehicle against rolling away when changing a wheel.
  • Page 259 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Jacking up the vehicle ▷ Switch on the hazard warning system. ▷ Set the parking brake. ▷ Engage a gear or move the selector lever to WARNING position P. Hands and fingers can be jammed when using ▷...
  • Page 260 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Mounting a wheel Extend the vehicle jack by turning the vehicle jack crank or lever clockwise. Mount one emergency wheel only, as required. Unscrew the lug bolts. Remove the wheel. Put the new wheel or emergency wheel on and screw in at least two lug bolts in a cross‐...
  • Page 261 Wheels and tires MOBILITY Removing the emergency wheel tive tire. The emergency wheel is only intended for temporary use until the defective tire/wheel Remove the tool holder. has been replaced. Unscrew the wing nut, arrow 1. Safety information WARNING The emergency wheel has particular dimen‐ sions.

  • Page 262: Engine Compartment

    Engine compartment MOBILITY Engine compartment Vehicle features and It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selected options options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. When us‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐...
  • Page 263 Engine compartment MOBILITY Hood WARNING Body parts can be jammed when opening and Safety information closing the hood. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that the area of movement of the hood is clear during opening and closing. WARNING Improperly executed work in the engine com‐...
  • Page 264 Engine compartment MOBILITY Be careful of protruding parts on the hood. Closing the hood Let the hood drop from a height of approx. 16 in‐ ches/40 cm and push down on it to lock it fully. The hood must engage on both sides. Online Edition for Part no.

  • Page 265: Engine Oil

    Engine oil MOBILITY Engine oil Vehicle features and NOTICE options Too much engine oil can damage the engine or the catalytic converter. There is a risk of dam‐ This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ age to property. Do not add too much engine cific and optional features offered with the series.
  • Page 266 Engine oil MOBILITY Displaying the engine oil level "Measure engine oil level" "Start measurement" Via iDrive: The engine oil level is checked and displayed via "Vehicle info" a scale. "Vehicle status" "Engine oil level" Adding engine oil The engine oil level is displayed. System limits General information When making frequent short-distance trips or...
  • Page 267 Suitable engine oil types Open the lid counterclockwise. Add engine oils that meet the following oil rating standards: Gasoline engine BMW Longlife-01 FE. BMW Longlife-14 FE+. Alternative engine oil types If an engine oil suitable for continuous use is not Add engine oil.
  • Page 268 Engine oil MOBILITY More information about suitable oil ratings and viscosity grades of engine oils can be requested from a dealer’s service center or another quali‐ fied service center or repair shop. Engine oil change NOTICE Engine oil that is not changed in timely fashion can cause increased engine wear and thus en‐...

  • Page 269: Coolant

    Coolant MOBILITY Coolant Vehicle features and Coolant level options General information This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ If there is no Min. and Max. mark in the filler neck cific and optional features offered with the series. of the coolant reservoir, have the coolant level It also describes features that are not necessarily checked, if needed, by a dealer’s service center available in your vehicle, e.
  • Page 270 Coolant MOBILITY The coolant level is correct if it lies between the minimum and maximum marks in the filler neck. Close the cap. Adding Let the engine cool. Open the hood. Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly counterclockwise to allow any excess pres‐ sure to dissipate, then open it.

  • Page 271: Maintenance

    Therefore, hand the service advisor the remote control with which the vehicle was driven most BMW maintenance system recently. The maintenance system indicates required Storage periods maintenance measures, and thereby provides Storage periods during which the vehicle battery support in maintaining road safety and the opera‐...
  • Page 272 Maintenance MOBILITY Position ice center or repair shop. Records of regular maintenance and repair work should be retained. Socket for OBD Onboard Diagnosis General information Devices connected to the OBD socket trigger the alarm system when the vehicle is locked. Re‐ There is an OBD socket on the driver's side for move any devices connected at the OBD socket checking the primary components in the vehi‐...

  • Page 273: Replacing Components

    Replacing components MOBILITY Replacing components Vehicle features and Wiper blades options Safety information This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. NOTICE It also describes features that are not necessarily The window may sustain damage if the wiper available in your vehicle, e.
  • Page 274 Replacing components MOBILITY Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) Fold open the holder. Some items of equipment use light-emitting di‐ odes installed behind a cover as a light source. These light-emitting diodes are related to con‐ ventional lasers and are officially designated as Class 1 light-emitting diodes.
  • Page 275 Replacing components MOBILITY be performed by a dealer’s service center or Safety information another qualified service center or repair shop. DANGER Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) There can be high voltage in the lighting sys‐ tem. There is danger to life. The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends that the work on WARNING the lighting system including bulb replacement...
  • Page 276 Replacing components MOBILITY Turn signal Replacement 55-watt bulb, H11. Safety information Insert the screwdriver from the onboard vehi‐ Follow the safety information, refer to page 274. cle tool kit, with the flat side on the clip, ar‐ row 1. Replacement 21-watt bulb, PY 21W.
  • Page 277 Replacing components MOBILITY LED front fog lights compatible with your vehicle type should be in‐ stalled in your vehicle. Information on compati‐ These front fog lights are made using LED tech‐ ble vehicle batteries is available at your dealer’s nology. In the case of a malfunction, contact a service center.
  • Page 278 Replacing components MOBILITY In the car's interior ▷ Seat, mirror, and steering wheel memory: store the positions again. ▷ Time: update. ▷ Date: update. ▷ Glass sunroof: initialize the system. Disposing of old batteries Have old batteries disposed of by a deal‐ er’s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop or take Loosen fasteners, arrows, and open cover.

  • Page 279: Breakdown Assistance

    Breakdown assistance MOBILITY Breakdown assistance Vehicle features and Warning triangle options Open the cover on the left side trim. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.
  • Page 280 The Assist system is functional. General information ▷ The ignition is switched on. BMW Roadside Assistance can be reached by phone around the clock in many countries. You ▷ If the vehicle is equipped with intelligent can obtain assistance there in the event of a ve‐...
  • Page 281 There is a risk of damage to property. position of the vehicle, if it can be established. Make sure that no body contact occurs. Even if you can no longer hear the BMW Re‐ sponse Center through the loudspeakers, the Preparation BMW Response Center may still be able to hear you.
  • Page 282 Safety information To prevent personal injury or damage to both ve‐ hicles, adhere strictly to the following procedure. WARNING Open the cover of the BMW starting aid ter‐ Due to system limits, individual functions can minal. malfunction during tow-starting/towing with the Attach one terminal clamp of the positive Intelligent Safety systems activated.
  • Page 283 Breakdown assistance MOBILITY Tow truck NOTICE If the tow bar or tow rope is attached incor‐ rectly, damage to other vehicle parts can occur. There is a risk of damage to property. Correctly attach the tow bar or tow rope to the tow fitting. Tow bar The tow fittings used should be on the same side on both vehicles.
  • Page 284 Breakdown assistance MOBILITY The tow fitting and the onboard vehicle tool kit, refer to page 273, are together in the cargo area. Use of the tow fitting: ▷ Use only the tow fitting provided with the ve‐ hicle and screw it all the way in. ▷...

  • Page 285: Care

    Care MOBILITY Care Vehicle features and Distances and temperature ▷ Maximum temperature: 140 ℉/60 ℃. options ▷ Minimum distance from sensors, cameras, seals: 12 inches/30 cm. This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐ cific and optional features offered with the series. ▷...
  • Page 286 There is a risk of damage to property. Do not switch General information ignition off in vehicle washes. BMW recommends using vehicle care and cleaning products from BMW. Suitable care General information products are available from a dealer’s service center or another qualified service center or re‐...
  • Page 287 Care MOBILITY Safety information Clean the upholstery down to the seams using large sweeping motions. Avoid rubbing the ma‐ terial vigorously. WARNING Improperly performed work on the vehicle paint Safety information can lead to a failure or malfunction of the radar sensors and thereby result in a safety risk.
  • Page 288 Care MOBILITY Fine wood parts Carpets and floor mats Clean fine wood facing and fine wood compo‐ nents only with a moist rag. Then dry with a soft WARNING cloth. Objects in the driver's floor area can limit the pedal distance or block a depressed pedal. Plastic components There is a risk of an accident.
  • Page 289 Care MOBILITY NOTICE The surface of displays can be damaged with improper cleaning. There is a risk of damage to property. Avoid pressure that is too high and do not use any scratching materials. Clean with a clean, antistatic microfiber cloth. Clean the protective glass of the Head-up Dis‐...
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  • Page 291 REFERENCE Technical data ..................292 Appendix ....................294 Everything from A to Z ................296 Online Edition for Part no. 01402896102 - X/18...

  • Page 292: Technical Data

    The specified heights do not take into account attached parts, for instance a roof antenna, roof BMW X6 Width with mirrors in/mm 85.4/2,170 Width without mirrors in/mm 78.3/1,989...
  • Page 293 2,980/1,352 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 3,520/1,597 Approved roof load capacity lbs/kg 220/100 Capacities BMW X6 Fuel tank, approx. US gal/liters 22.5/85.0 Observe further information on fuel quality, refer to page 242. Online Edition for Part no. 01402896102 - X/18...

  • Page 294: Appendix

    Appendix REFERENCE Appendix Any updates to the Owner's Manual of the vehi‐ cle are listed here. Online Edition for Part no. 01402896102 - X/18...
  • Page 295 Appendix REFERENCE Online Edition for Part no. 01402896102 - X/18...

  • Page 296: Everything From A To Z

    Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Everything from A to Z Index Anti-theft protection, lug bolts Approach control warning with City light braking function A/C button, see Air conditioning Approach control warning with light braking func‐ ABS, Antilock Brake System tion ACC, Active Cruise Control with Stop &...
  • Page 297 Blocking, power window Care, vehicle Blu-ray, see Owner's Handbook for Navigation, Care, washing the vehicle Entertainment, Communication Cargo BMW Assist, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, Cargo area Entertainment and Communication Cargo area, enlarging BMW Homepage Cargo area, loading BMW Internet page...
  • Page 298 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Child seats Cooling system Chrome parts, care Cornering light Cigarette lighter Corrosion on brake discs Cleaning, displays Cosmetic mirror Climate comfort windshield Courtesy lights during unlocking Climate control Courtesy lights with the vehicle locked Closing the tailgate with no-touch activation Cruise control Clothes hooks...
  • Page 299 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Downhill control Energy recovery DPC, see Dynamic Performance Control Engine, automatic Start/Stop function Drive-off assistant Engine, automatic switch-off Drive-off assistant, see DSC Engine compartment Driver assistance, see Intelligent Safety Engine compartment, working in Driving Dynamics Control Engine coolant Driving instructions, break-in Engine idling when driving, coasting...
  • Page 300 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Filter, see Microfilter/Carbon canister Finding charging stations, see Charging stations and points of interest, see Owner's Handbook Garage door opener, see Integrated Universal for Navigation, Entertainment, Communica‐ Remote Control tion Gasoline Fine wood, care Gear shift indicator First-aid kit General driving notes...
  • Page 301 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Homepage Interior lights Hood Interior lights during unlocking Horn Interior lights with the vehicle locked Hot exhaust gas system Interior mirror Hotline, see Owner's Handbook for Navigation, Interior mirror, automatic dimming feature Entertainment, Communication Interior motion sensor HUD Head-up Display Internet page...
  • Page 302 Multimedia, see Owner's Manual for Navigation, Maintenance requirements Entertainment and Communication Maintenance, service requirements Music hard disk, see Owner's Handbook for Nav‐ Maintenance system, BMW igation, Entertainment, Communication Make-up mirror Malfunction displays, see Check Control Malfunction, self-leveling suspension Manual air distribution...
  • Page 303 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Parking aid, see PDC Parking assistant Parking brake OBD Onboard Diagnosis Parking lights OBD, see OBD Onboard Diagnosis Parking with Automatic Hold Object detection, see Night Vision Parts and accessories Obstacle marking, rearview camera Passenger's side mirror, tilting downward Octane rating, see Recommended fuel Pathway lines, rearview camera...
  • Page 304 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Rear window defroster Recirculated-air mode Recommended fuel grade Safe braking Recommended tire brands Safety belt reminder for driver's seat and front Refueling passenger seat Remaining range Safety belts Remote control/key Safety belts, care Remote control, additional Safety locks, doors, and windows Remote control for audio, see Owner's Hand‐...
  • Page 305 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Sitting safely Storage, tires Size Storing the vehicle Ski and snowboard bag Stowing and securing cargo Slide/tilt glass roof Summer tires, tread Smoker's package Sun visor SMS, see Short messages, see Owner's Hand‐ Supplementary Owner's Manuals book for Navigation, Entertainment, Communi‐...
  • Page 306 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Tire pressure Upper backrest Tire Pressure Monitor TPM USB interface, general information Tire repair kit, see Mobility System USB port, see USB interface Tires, changing Use, intended Tire sealant, see Mobility System Using a smartphone via voice activation Tires, everything on wheels and tires Tires, runflat Tire tread...
  • Page 307 Everything from A to Z REFERENCE Washer system Washing the vehicle Water on roads Weights Welcome lights Welcome lights during unlocking Wheel cleaner Wheels, changing Wheels, everything on wheels and tires Wheels, Flat Tire Monitor FTM Wheels, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM Windows, powered Windshield, climate comfort Windshield washer fluid...
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  • Page 309 California Proposition 65 Warning For vehicles sold in California: Online Edition for Part no. 01402896102 - X/18...
  • Page 310 The Ultimate Driving Machine® BMW DRIVER'S GUIDE APP. Your customized information about the vehicle in an app. Optimized for smartphones & tablets. Can be used offline. *BL2896102002* 01402896102 ue Online Edition for Part no. 01402896102 - X/18...

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