BMW X7 2023 Owner's Manual page 292

CONTROLS
Departure time
General information
Different departure times can be set to ensure
a comfortable interior temperature in the vehi-
cle at the time of departure.
▷ One-time departure time: the time can be
set.
The system is switched on once.
▷ Departure time with weekday: time and day
of the week can be set.
On the desired weekdays, the system will
be switched on before the set departure
time.
The departure time is preselected in two steps:
▷ Set departure times.
▷ Activate departure times.
A minimum of 10 minutes should pass be-
tween setting and activating the departure
time and the planned departure time to allow a
sufficient period of time for the climate control.
Setting the departure time
1. "CLIMATE MENU"
2. "Settings"
3. "Pre-ventilation"
4. "Departure plan"
5. Select the desired departure time.
6. Set the desired departure time.
7. Select day of the week, if needed.
Activating the departure time
1. "CLIMATE MENU"
2. "Settings"
3. "Pre-ventilation"
4. "Departure plan"
5. Activate the desired departure time.
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Display
Icon Description
Icon in the center console
at the top.
Icon illuminates: a depar-
ture time is activated.
Icon flashes: pre-ventila-
tion is switched on.
Activating with My BMW App
Depending on vehicle equipment, the My BMW
App with remote functionality can be used to
turn on pre-cooling at a preset departure time
or immediately.
Pre-conditioning through
Remote Engine Start
Principle
Pre-conditioning cools or heats the car's inte-
rior prior to start of the trip to a comfortable
temperature. The system automatically cools,
vents, and heats depending on the interior, ex-
ternal, and set temperature. Snow and ice may
be removed more easily.
The system starts the engine automatically
and allows it to run for a limited period of time.
Safety information
DANGER
If the exhaust pipe is blocked or ventilation
is insufficient, harmful exhaust gases can pol-
lute the area in and around the vehicle or
penetrate the vehicle. The exhaust gases
contain pollutants which are colorless and
odorless. In enclosed areas or areas with in-
sufficient ventilation, exhaust gases can also
accumulate outside of the vehicle. There is a
danger to life. Keep the exhaust pipe free and