BMW iX 2024 Owner's Handbook Manual page 331

selection menu, specify whether the vehicle is
to be driven with a trailer or rear luggage rack.
When driving with a trailer or load carrier, e.g.
rear luggage rack, and if the trailer socket is
not occupied, some driver assistance systems
may only operate to a limited extent or may
malfunction. To avoid malfunctions, activate
the operation of the trailer or rear luggage rack
manually.
Safety information
WARNING
If incorrect settings are made on the control
display, some driver assistance system func-
tions may be restricted or faulty. There is a
risk of accident. Ensure that the relevant set-
ting is activated when operating with a trailer
or rear luggage rack.
Activating/deactivating trailer
operation manually
1. Apps menu
2. "Vehicle apps"
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver assistance"
5. "Trailer mode"
6. "Type"
7. Select whether driving with or without
trailer/rear luggage rack.
Maximum speed
General
When towing a trailer, the maximum permitted
speed for the vehicle combination can be set.
Depending on the equipment, this setting is
taken into account for the speed limit systems.
For further information:
▷ Speed Limit Info, see page 226.
▷ Speed Limit Assist, see page 249.
Trailers and load carriers
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Setting the maximum speed
1. Apps menu
2. "Vehicle apps"
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver assistance"
5. "Trailer mode"
6. "Maximum permitted speed"
7. Select the required speed.
Upward gradients
General
In the interest of safety and to avoid holding
up other traffic flow, do not attempt to climb
upward gradients steeper than 12 % in trailer
operation.
If higher trailer loads have been subsequently
approved, the limit is 8%.
Driving off on upward gradients
The parking brake is automatically released
when the accelerator pedal is operated.
To prevent the vehicle from rolling back when
driving off, use the parking brake.
1. Press and release the button shortly
before starting.
The parking brake is engaged.
2. To drive off, press the accelerator pedal
with sufficient force.
Downhill gradient
On downward gradients, a car/trailer combina-
tion tends to start snaking movement earlier.
Before going downhill, shift into selector lever
position B and drive downhill slowly.
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