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The Ultimate Driving Machine

Owner's Manual for Vehicle

X5 3.0i X5 4.4i X5 4.8is

Congratulations, and thank you for choosing a BMW.

Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide you with enhanced control and security when you drive it. We therefore have this request:

Please take the time to read this Owner's Manual and familiarize yourself with the information that we have compiled for you before starting off in your new BMW. The manual contains important data and instructions intended to assist you in obtaining maximum satisfaction from your BMW's unique array of advanced technical fea- tures. It also contains information on vehicle maintenance designed to enhance operating safety while simultaneously helping you to maintain your BMW's value throughout an extended service life. For additional information refer to the Supple- mentary Owner's Manuals.

This Owner's Manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. It should stay with the vehicle when sold to provide the next owner with important operating, safety and maintenance information.

We wish you an enjoyable driving experience.

BMW AG

Foreword

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2004 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich, Germany Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. Order No. 01 41 0 158 286 US English III/04 Printed in Germany Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling.

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About this Owner's Manual 8 Symbols used 8 Your individual vehicle 8 Status at time of printing 9 For your own safety 9 Symbol on vehicle parts 10 Service and Warranty 10 Reporting safety defects 10

Cockpit 14 Instrument cluster 15 Indicator and warning lamps 19 Buttons on steering wheel 23 Warning triangle 24 First-aid kit 24 Refueling 24 Fuel specifications 26

Locks and security systems:

Keys 30 Central locking system 30 Opening and closing:

from outside 31 Opening and closing:

from inside 34 Liftgate 35 Tailgate 36 Alarm system 38 Windows 39 Panorama glass roof 41

Adjustments:

Sitting safely 43 Seats 44 Mechanical seat adjustment 45 Power seat adjustment 46 Head restraints 47 Power rear-seat backrest

adjustment 48 Safety belts 49 Seat, mirror and steering wheel

memory 50 Heated seats 52 Steering wheel 52 Steering wheel heater 53 Mirrors 54

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Passenger safety systems:

Airbags 57 Transporting children safely 59 Vehicle Memory,

Key Memory 63

Driving:

Ignition lock 64 Starting engine 64 Switching off engine 65 Handbrake 66 Manual transmission 66 Automatic transmission with

Steptronic 67 Turn signals/

headlamp flasher 70 Washer/wiper system/

rain sensor 71 Cruise control 73

Everything under control:

Odometer, outside temperature display 75

Tachometer 76 Energy control 76 Engine oil thermometer 77 Fuel gauge 77 Temperature gauge 78 Service Interval Display 78 Check Control 79 Computer 82 MID Multi-Information

Display 83

Digital clock in MID 84 Computer in MID 87

Technology for safety and driving convenience:

PDC Park Distance Control 92 Antilock Brake System 93 DSC Dynamic Stability

Control 94 xDrive 95 HDC Hill Descent Control 96 Self-leveling suspension 97 2-axle self-leveling

suspension 97 Brake Force Display 99 Flat Tire Monitor 100

Lamps:

Parking lamps/low beams 102 Adaptive Head Light 103 High beams/roadside parking

lamps 103 Front fog lamps 104 Instrument lighting 104 Interior lamps 104

Controlling climate for pleasant driving:

Air conditioner 106 Automatic climate control 109 Roller sun blinds 115 Independent ventilation 115

Cabin convenience:

Integrated universal remote control 116

Telephone 118 Glove compartment 119 Storage compartments 119 Cup holders 120 Ashtray, front 121 Ashtray, rear 121 Cigarette lighter, rear 122

Loading and transporting:

Ski bag 123 Cargo area

Folding rear backrests down 124 Roll-up cover 125 Partition net 125 Cover panels in cargo area 127 Power outlets 128 Pull-out cargo floor 128

Cargo loading 130 Roof-mounted luggage rack 132

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Special operating instructions:

Break-in procedures 136 Driving your X5 137 General driving notes 138 Safe braking 139

Wheels and tires:

Tire inflation pressure 140 Tire identification marks 142 Wheel/tire condition 143 Replacing wheels/tires 144 Snow chains 145

Under the hood:

Hood 146 Engine compartment

essentials 147 Washer fluid 148 Engine oil 148 Coolant 150 Brake fluid 151

Care and maintenance:

The BMW Maintenance System 152

Laws and regulations:

California laws 153 OBD interface socket 153

Replacement procedures:

Onboard tool kit 158 Windshield wiper blades 158 Lamps and bulbs 159 Changing a tire 163 Battery 168 Fuses 169

Assistance, giving and receiving:

Receiving assistance 170 Jump-starting 171 Towing and tow-starting

vehicle 173

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Engine specifications 178 Dimensions 179 Weights 180 Capacities 181

Everything from A to Z 184

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About this Owner's Manual

We have made every effort to ensure that you are able to find what you need in this Owner's Manual as quickly as possible. The fastest way to find certain topics is by using the detailed index at the end. If you desire an initial overview of your vehicle, this can be found in the first chapter.

Should you want to sell your BMW some day, please remember to hand over the Owner's Manual as well; it is an important component of your vehi- cle.

Additional sources of information:

If you have any questions, your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center will be glad to advise you.

You can find information on BMW, e.g. technology, on the Internet at www.bmwusa.com.

Symbols used

Indicates precautions that must be followed precisely in order to

avoid the possibility of personal injury and serious damage to the vehicle.

Contains information that will assist you in gaining the optimum

benefit from your vehicle and enable you to care more effectively for your vehicle.

Refers to measures that can be taken to help protect the environ-

ment.

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Marks the end of a specific item of information.

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Indicates special equipment, coun- try-specific equipment and optional extras when available.

Vehicle Memory, Key Memory, refer to page 63. Identifies func-

tions that can be specifically adapted for a particular key or vehicle. These adjustments can be performed either by yourself or by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center.

Your individual vehicle

On buying your BMW, you have decided in favor of a model with individ- ualized equipment and features. This Owner's Manual describes all models and equipment that BMW offers within the same group.

We hope you will understand that equipment and features are included that you might not have chosen for your vehicle. Sections describing options and special equipment are marked by asterisks

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to assist you in identifying possible differences between the descriptions in this manual and your own vehicle's equipment.

If your BMW features equipment which is not described in this Owner's Man- ual, Supplementary Owner's Manuals are enclosed. We ask you to read these manuals as well.

Notes Symbols Your individual vehicle

Notes

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Status at time of printing

BMW pursues a policy of continuous, ongoing development that is conceived to ensure that our vehicles continue to embody the highest quality and safety standards combined with advanced, state-of-the-art technology. In isolated cases, the features described in this Owner's Manual could differ from those on your vehicle for this reason.

For your own safety

Maintenance and repair:

Advanced technology, e.g. the use of modern materials and high-

performance electronics, requires spe- cially adapted maintenance and repair methods. Therefore, only have corre- sponding work on your BMW carried out by a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel. If work is carried out improperly there is a danger of consequential damage and the related safety risks.<

Parts and accessories:

For your own safety, use genuine parts and accessories approved

by BMW. When you purchase accessories tested and approved by BMW and Genuine BMW Parts, you simultaneously acquire the assurance that they have been thor- oughly tested by BMW to ensure opti- mum performance when installed on your vehicle. BMW warrants these parts to be free from defects in material and workman- ship. BMW will not accept any liability for

damages resulting from installation of parts and accessories not approved by BMW. BMW cannot test every product on the market to determine whether it can be used on a BMW safely and without risk to either the vehicle, its operation, or its occupants. Genuine BMW Parts, BMW Accessories and other products approved by BMW, together with professional advice on using these items, are available from all BMW Sports Activity Vehicle centers. Installation and operation of non-BMW approved accessories such as alarms, radios, amplifiers, radar detectors, wheels, suspension components, brake dust shields, telephones including operation of any portable phone from within the vehicle without using an externally mounted antenna or trans- ceiver equipment such as CB, walkie- talkie, ham radio or similar accessories, may cause extensive damage to the vehicle, compromise its safety, interfere with the vehicle's electrical system or affect the validity of the BMW Limited Warranty. Refer to your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center for additional information.<

Status at time of printing

Notes

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Notes

Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control

devices and systems may be performed by any automotive repair establishment or individual using any certified auto- motive part.<

Symbol on vehicle parts

Indicates that you should consult the relevant section of this

Owner's Manual for information on a particular part or assembly.

Service and Warranty

This manual is supplemented by a Ser- vice and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or a Warranty and Ser- vice Guide Booklet for Canadian mod- els.

We recommend that you read this pub- lication thoroughly.

Your BMW is covered by the following warranties:

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New Vehicle Limited Warranty >

Rust Perforation Limited Warranty >

Federal Emissions System Defect Warranty

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Federal Emissions Performance Warranty

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California Emissions Control System Limited Warranty

Detailed information about these war- ranties is listed in the Service and War- ranty Information Booklet for US mod- els or in the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models.

Reporting safety defects

The following only applies to vehicles owned and operated in the US.

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National High- way Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying BMW of North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone 800-831-1117.

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in indi- vidual problems between you, your dealer, or BMW of North America, LLC.

To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 or 366-0123 in Washington, D.C. area or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transpor- tation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

For your own safety

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Overview

Controls and features

Operation, maintenance

Owner service procedures

Index

Technical data

Overview

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1 Parking lamps/low beams 102

2 Fog lamps 104

3 >

Turn signals 70 >

Roadside parking lamps 103 >

High beams 103 >

Headlamp flasher 70 >

Computer 82

4 Washer/wiper system/rain sensor 71

5 Rear window defroster 107, 112

6 Central locking system 30

7 Hazard warning flashers

8 Horn: the entire surface

9 Adjusting steering wheel 52

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1 Fuel gauge 77

2 Indicator lamp for turn signals 22

3 Speedometer

4 Indicator and warning lamps 19 to 22

5 Tachometer 76 Energy control 76

6 Coolant temperature gauge 78

Instrument cluster X5 3.0i, 4.4i

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Instrument cluster X5 3.0i, 4.4i

7 Indicator and warning lamps 19 to 22

8 Reset button for trip odometer 75

9 Indicator for Check Control 79

10 Odometer and trip odometer 75

11 Display for computer; operation via turn signal lever, refer to page 82: >

Outside temperature >

Average fuel consumption >

Cruising range >

Average speed

12 Service Interval Display 78

13 Selector lever and program display for automatic transmission

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14 Indicator and warning lamps 19 to 22

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Instrument cluster X5 3.0i, 4.4i

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1 Fuel gauge 77

2 Indicator lamp for turn signals 22

3 Speedometer

4 Indicator and warning lamps 19 to 22

5 Tachometer 76 Energy control 76

6 Coolant temperature gauge 78

7 Indicator and warning lamps 19 to 22

8 Reset button for trip odometer 75

9 Service Interval Display 78

10 Indicator for >

Trip odometer/odometer 75 >

Outside temperature 75

11 Indicator for Check Control 79

12 Selector lever and program display for automatic transmission

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13 CHECK button 79

14 Indicator and warning lamps 19 to 22

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Instrument cluster X5 4.8is

1 Fuel gauge 77

2 Indicator lamp for turn signals 22

3 Speedometer

4 Indicator and warning lamps 19 to 22

5 Tachometer 76 Engine oil thermometer

6 Coolant temperature gauge 78

7 Indicator and warning lamps 19 to 22

8 Reset button for trip odometer 75

9 Service Interval Display 78

10 Indicator for >

Trip odometer/odometer 75 >

Outside temperature 75

11 Indicator for Check Control 79

12 Selector lever and program display for automatic transmission 67

13 CHECK button 79

14 Indicator and warning lamps 19 to 22

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Indicator and warning lamps

Technology that monitors itself

Indicator and warning lamps that are identified by +

are tested for proper functioning whenever the ignition key is turned. They each light up once for dif- ferent periods of time.

If a fault should occur in one of the monitored systems, the corresponding lamp does not go out after the engine is started or it lights up while the vehicle is moving. You will see how to react to this in the following section.

Red: stop immediately

Battery charge current +

The battery is not being charged. There is a malfunction

of the alternator drive belt or in the charging circuit of the alternator. Have the system checked immediately.

If the drive belt is defective, do not continue driving. The engine could

be damaged due to overheating. If the drive belt is defective, increased steer- ing effort is also required.<

Engine oil pressure +

Stop immediately and switch off the engine. Check the engine oil

level; top up as required. If the oil level is correct: have the system checked immediately.

Do not continue driving. The engine could be damaged

because of inadequate lubrication.<

Handbrake

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/ Brake hydraulic system +

Lights up with handbrake engaged. For additional information, refer to page 66

Comes on although the handbrake is released: stop immediately. The brake fluid in the reservoir has fallen to below the minimum level. At the same time, a considerably longer brake pedal travel may be noticeable. Have the system checked immediately.

During continued driving increased brake pedal pressure

may be necessary, and considerably longer braking distances may result. Please remember to adapt your driving style accordingly.<

Before continuing your journey, be sure to read the notes on pages 139 and 151.

Also comes on in the Check Control with the message "CHECK BRAKE LININGS".

Display of the previously described malfunction on Cana- dian models.

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Indicator and warning lamps

Transmission temperature

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The transmission is overheated. Reduce speed immediately and

stop at a suitable location so that the system can cool down again. Have the system checked immediately.

Yellow: stop immediately

Flat Tire Monitor +

An acoustic signal also sounds: there is a flat tire or extensive

inflation pressure loss. Reduce speed immediately for stopping while avoiding extreme braking and steering maneu- vers. For additional information, refer to page 101

Red or yellow: continue to drive cautiously

The red brake warning lamp lights up together with the warn- ing lamps for ABS and DSC/ xDrive. In addition, a warning signal sounds: ABS, DSC, HDC and xDrive have failed. Drive may then only be carried out via the rear axle. Have the system checked as

soon as possible. For additional information, refer to page 93, 94

Proceed cautiously and defen- sively. When driving on poor

roads, refrain from using full throttle and avoid pressing the accelerator beyond the kickdown point, heavy and panic braking. Otherwise the drive train may be damaged or accidents can occur.<

If the brake warning lamp lights up yel- low in the described combination, the EBV Electronic brake-force distribution is still available.

Display of the previously described malfunction on Cana- dian models.

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Indicator and warning lamps

Red: an important reminder

Handbrake

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Lights up with handbrake engaged.

For additional information, refer to page 66

Handbrake warning lamp

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for Canadian models.

Please fasten safety belts +

Lights up for a few seconds or until driver fastens safety belt.

Depending on model, together with an acoustic signal

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or a message

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in the Check Control. For additional information on safety belts, refer to page 49

Airbags +

A fault has occurred in the air- bag system. Have the system

checked as soon as possible. For additional information, refer to page 57

Yellow: check as soon as possible

DBC Dynamic Brake Control +

Fault in the DBC system. Please have the system checked as

soon as possible. For details on DBC, refer to page 93

Display of the previously described malfunction on Cana- dian models.

Engine oil level Comes on while driving: the oil level is at the absolute mini-

mum; refill as soon as possible. Do not drive more than approx. 30 miles/50 km until you do. For additional information, refer to page 148

Engine oil level Comes on after the engine has been switched off: add engine

oil at your earliest opportunity, e.g. when you stop to refuel. For additional information, refer to page 148

Automatic transmission* The automatic transmission switches into the emergency

program due to a fault. Have the system checked as soon as possible. For additional information, refer to page 69

Brake pads* + Have the condition of the brake pads checked.

For additional information, refer to page 139

Self-leveling suspension* + The self-leveling suspension is inactive. Have the system

checked as soon as possible. For additional information, refer to page 97

22nIndicator and warning lamps

DSC Dynamic Stability Control/ xDrive + The warning lamp lights up con-

tinuously and a warning signal sounds: DSC and HDC or the xDrive all-wheel system has failed. The stabilizing interventions of DSC or the xDrive all-wheel drive system are no longer available. Drive may then only be carried out via the rear axle. Have the system checked as soon as possible. For additional information, refer to page 94

Proceed cautiously and defen- sively. When driving on poor

roads, refrain from using full throttle and avoid pressing the accelerator beyond the kickdown point, heavy and panic braking. Otherwise the drive train may be damaged or accidents can occur.<

Engine electronics* Fault in the engine electronics. You can continue to drive with

reduced engine output or engine speed. Have the system checked as soon as possible.

Service Engine Soon + If the indicator lamp lights up continuously or intermittently,

there is a fault in the exhaust-relevant electronic systems. Although the vehi- cle continues to be operational, have the systems checked as soon as possi- ble. For additional information: refer to page 153

Display of the previously described malfunction on Cana- dian models.

Check Gas Cap* + Warning lamp lights up. Fuel filler cap is not properly closed

or is missing. Check whether the fuel filler cap is properly closed. For addi- tional information, refer to page 25

Green: for your information Turn signals Flashes when the turn signals are operated. Rapid flashing

indicates a system malfunction. For additional information, refer to page 70

Cruise control* Lights up when system is switched on: ready for operation

using the buttons on the steering wheel. For additional information, refer to page 73

Fog lamps Lights up when fog lamps are switched on. For additional

information, refer to page 104

Blue: for your information High beams Lights up when the high beams are on or the headlamp flasher

is actuated. For additional information, refer to page 70, 103

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Buttons on steering wheel*

The buttons integrated in the steering wheel are provided so that you can operate a number of accessories quickly and without being distracted from traffic conditions. You may oper- ate:

>Selected audio source functions* >The recirculated-air mode of the air

conditioner* or the steering-wheel heater*

>The cruise control >Selected phone functions* and > the voice command system*.

In order to operate a system, the corresponding system must be

switched on.<

Press briefly: Accept incoming call, start dialing, terminate call. Extended pressure: Switch voice input on and off

Display/hide phonebook. Display the entries consecutively with the buttons for forward/back

Forward:

>Radio Press briefly: next stored station Extended pressure: station search function

>CD Press briefly: track search Extended pressure: fast forward in track

>Cassette Press briefly: stop track search or fast forward Extended pressure: fast forward

>Portable phone Scroll through list of names

Reverse: functions as for fast forward

Volume

On the sports steering wheel* the but- tons +/ for the volume are located on the left-hand side of the steering wheel

Cruise control: call up

Cruise control: store and accelerate + as well as decelerate and store

On the sports steering wheel* the but- tons +/ for the cruise control are located on the right-hand side of the steering wheel.

Cruise control: activate/interrupt/deac- tivate

Recirculated-air mode* and AUC auto- matic recirculated-air control or steer- ing wheel heater*: switch on/off

24nWarning triangle* First-aid kit* Refueling

1. Open the cover on the left in the cargo area: lift the handle on the cover

2. Pull the tab of the retaining strap, refer to arrow, and remove the haz- ard warning triangle from the support bracket

3. To install: slide the hazard warning triangle into the support bracket and press on the retaining strap.

Comply with legal requirements requiring you to carry a hazard

warning triangle in the vehicle.<

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The first-aid kit is located under the front passenger's seat.

To open: pull the handle and fold the cover down.

To close: fold the cover up.

Some of the articles in the first-aid kit may be used within a limited

time only. Therefore, check the expira- tion dates of the contents regularly and replace the contents concerned in good time if necessary. You can find replace- ments in any pharmacy. Comply with legal requirements requir- ing you to carry a first-aid kit in the vehicle.<

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Fuel filler door Before filling the tank, switch off the engine. If you do not, fuel can-

not be filled into the tank and the Ser- vice Engine Soon lamp may come on.<

To open the fuel filler door, press on the front edge.

In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can also open the fuel filler door manually:

1. Open the cover on the right in the cargo area: lift the handle on the cover

2 Pull the knob with the fuel pump sym- bol.

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Refueling

When handling fuels always observe any safety guidelines

posted at the service station. Never carry spare fuel containers in your vehi- cle. Whether empty or full, these con- tainers can leak, cause an explosion, or lead to fire in the event of a collision.<

Observe the following when refueling

Open the filler cap carefully to prevent fuel from spraying out.

Fuel spray may cause injury. Do not top off. Topping off may cause fuel spillage.<

Keep the filler cap in the bracket attached to the fuel filler door.

When refueling, insert the filler nozzle completely into the filler pipe. Pulling the nozzle out of the pipe during refuel- ing

> results in premature pump shutoff >and will reduce the effect of the vapor

recovery system on the pump.

The fuel tank is full when the filler noz- zle clicks off the first time.

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To close the fuel filler cap: Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you clearly hear a click.

Close the filler cap carefully after refueling until a click is heard.

While closing, be sure not to squeeze the strap which is fastened to the cap. A loose or missing cap will activate the message "CHECK GAS CAP" in the Check Control* or the Check Gas Cap lamp*.<

Tank capacity: Approx. 24.6 gal./approx. 93 liters, with a reserve capacity of 6-cylinder engine: approx. 2.0 gal./ approx. 8 liters 8-cylinder engine: approx. 2.5 gal./ approx. 10 liters.

Never attempt to continue driving until the tank is completely empty,

as engine functions could be affected, and the vehicle could sustain damage as a result.<

26nFuel specifications

The engine uses lead-free gasoline only.

Required fuel Premium Unleaded Gasoline, Minimum Octane Rating: 91.

Minimum Octane Rating corresponds to the Anti Knock Index AKI and is determined according to the so-called (R+M)/2 method.

Do not use leaded gasoline, as otherwise the lambda probe and

catalytic converter will be permanently damaged.<

Use high-quality brands Field experience has indicated signifi- cant differences in fuel quality: volatility, composition, additives, etc., among gasolines offered for sale in the United States and Canada. Fuels containing up to and including 10% ethanol or other oxygenates with up to 2.8% oxygen by weight, that is, 15% MTBE or 3% meth- anol plus an equivalent amount of co- solvent, will not void the applicable warranties with respect to defects in materials or workmanship.

The use of poor-quality fuels may result in drivability, starting and

stalling problems especially under cer- tain environmental conditions such as high ambient temperature and high alti- tude. Should you encounter drivability prob- lems which you suspect could be related to the fuel you are using, we recommend that you respond by switching to a recognized high-quality brand. Failure to comply with these recom- mendations may also result in unsched- uled maintenance.<

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Controls

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Overview

Controls and features

Operation, maintenance

Index

Technical data

Owner service procedures

30nKeys Central locking system

The key set 1 Master keys with remote control.

They specify the functions of the Key Memory. When doing so, individual functions of your vehicle can behave differently depending on the key used, refer to page 63. To distinguish the different keys, the keys with remote control can be marked with the colored stickers you received when taking possession of the vehicle

Each master key with remote control contains a long-life bat-

tery. The battery is automatically charged in the ignition lock while the vehicle is being driven. If you have any master keys with remote control that are not used on a regular basis, you should therefore

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remember to recharge these units by using them to drive the vehicle for an extended period at least every six months, also refer to page 32.<

2 Spare key for storage in a safe place, such as in your wallet. This key cannot be used to open the lock for the glove compartment. This is an advantage in a hotel, for exam- ple

Replacement keys Additional or replacement keys are available at your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center.

The concept The central locking system is ready for operation as soon as you close the front doors. The system engages or releases the locks on the

>doors > liftgate/tailgate > fuel filler door.

The central locking system can be operated

> from outside via the remote control as well as via the driver's door lock

> from inside via the button for the cen- tral locking system.

If the system is locked from inside, the fuel filler door remains unlocked, refer to page 34.

When the system is actuated from out- side of the vehicle, the anti-theft system is actuated simultaneously. This pre- vents the doors from being unlocked via safety lock buttons or door handles. The alarm system is also armed or dis- armed.

In a serious accident the central locking system automatically unlocks, but only doors which have not been locked sep- arately with the lock buttons, refer to page 34. In addition, the hazard warn- ing flashers and the interior lamps are switched on.

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Opening and closing: from outside

Using remote control When you engage/release the vehicle locks, you also activate/deactivate the anti-theft system, arm/disarm the alarm system, and switch the interior lamps on/off.

You can have an acknowledgment signal set to confirm that the vehi-

cle is correctly locked.<

Protect the remote control against unauthorized use by handing over

only the spare key, for example when using hotel valet parking.<

You can find more detailed information on the alarm system on page 38.

Since passengers or animals remaining in the vehicle might be

able to lock the doors from the inside, take the vehicle's keys with you so that the vehicle can be opened again from the outside at any time.<

Unlocking vehicle

Press the button.

Press the button once to unlock the driver's door and the fuel filler door only; press a second time to unlock all remaining doors as well as the liftgate/ tailgate.

Convenience opening mode

Press the button briefly and then hold down. The windows and the panorama glass roof open.

Locking and securing

Press the button.

Switching on interior lamps

If the vehicle is locked, press button. With this function, you can also search for your vehicle, e.g. when parked in an underground garage.

Switching off tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor

Press the button once again directly after locking. For more detailed information, refer to page 39.

Opening liftgate

Briefly press the button.

The liftgate will open slightly, regard- less of whether it was previously locked or unlocked.

32nOpening and closing: from outside

If the vehicle is locked, the liftgate is also locked again when closed.

Before and after a trip, be sure that the liftgate was not opened unintention- ally.<

Panic mode

By pressing and holding the button for more than two seconds, you can start the alarm system if there is an impend- ing danger if its is armed.

To switch off the alarm

Press the button.

Malfunction The remote control can be subjected to malfunctions by local radio waves. Should the remote control fail to oper- ate owing to interference of this kind, unlock and lock the vehicle via the door lock using the master key.

If it is no longer possible to lock the vehicle via the remote control, the bat- tery is discharged. Use this remote control during an extended drive; this will recharge the battery, refer to page 30.

For US owners only The transmitter and receiver units com- ply with part 15 of the FCC/Federal Communication Commission regula- tions. Operation is governed by the fol- lowing:

FCC ID: LX8EWS LX8FZVS LX8FZVE

Compliance statement: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

>This device may not cause harmful interference, and

> this device must accept any interfer- ence received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Any unauthorized modifications to these devices could void the

user's authority to operate this equip- ment.<

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Opening and closing: from outside

Using the door lock One turn of the key in the driver's door lock unlocks the driver's door only. Turning the key a second time unlocks all of the remaining doors, the liftgate/ tailgate and the fuel filler door.

You can have an acknowledgment signal set to confirm that the vehi-

cle is correctly locked.<

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Convenience operation You also have the option of operating the windows and the panorama glass roof from the door lock.

>To open: with the door closed, turn the key to the Unlock position and hold it there

>To close: with the door closed, turn the key to the Lock position and hold it.

Watch during the closing process to be sure that no one is injured.

Releasing the key stops the opera- tion.<

Manual operation In the event of an electrical malfunction, turn the key to the extreme left or right to unlock/lock the door.

34nOpening and closing: from inside

You can operate the central locking system with this button when the driver's door is closed. The doors and liftgate are unlocked or locked only. However, the anti-theft system is not activated. Also, the fuel ller door remains unlocked to allow refueling.

You have the option of setting the central locking system to lock

automatically as soon as you move off. This can be adjusted to be key- specific.<

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If only the driver's door was unlocked from the outside and

you press the button >all other doors, the liftgate/tailgate

and the fuel filler door will be unlocked when the driver's door is opened

> the driver's door will be locked again when it is closed.<

Unlocking and opening doors >Either unlock the doors together with

the button for the central locking sys- tem and then pull the door handle above the armrest or

>pull the release handle for each door twice: the first pull unlocks the door, and the second one opens it.

Locking >Use the central locking button to lock

all of the doors simultaneously, or >press down the individual safety lock

buttons. As an added design feature to prevent the driver from being inad- vertently locked out of the vehicle, the driver's safety lock button will not engage as long as the door is open.

When the vehicle is moving, do not lock the doors with the safety

lock buttons. Doors locked in this man- ner would not unlock automatically in the event of an accident. Since passengers or animals remaining in the vehicle might be able to lock the doors from the inside, take the vehicle's keys with you so that the vehicle can be opened again from the outside at any time.<

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Liftgate

Opening from outside Press the button, refer to arrow: The liftgate opens slightly.

The cargo area is illuminated whenever the liftgate is opened, refer also to page 104.

With the liftgate open, the dis- tance from the ground to the

upper edge is more than 6.6 ft/2 m. Please consider this, e.g. when opening the liftgate in a garage.<

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Opening from inside Press this button to open the liftgate when the vehicle is stationary.

If pointed or sharp-edged objects could strike the rear window while

driving, be sure to provide protection around all edges. If you do not do this, the heating conductors of the rear win- dow could be damaged.<

For information on the cargo area cover and on other details in the cargo area, refer to Cargo area, beginning on page 124.

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Manual release In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can release the liftgate manually:

1. Remove the plastic plug from inside the cargo area and pull toward the interior, refer to arrow. The liftgate will be released

2. Reinstall the plug.

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36nLiftgate Tailgate

Closing You can pull the liftgate down by plac- ing both hands in the handle recesses, refer to arrows.

To close the liftgate, merely press it down gently. The closing process will then be carried out automatically.

To avoid injuries, be sure that the travel path of the liftgate is clear

when it is closed, as with all closing procedures.<

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Operate the vehicle only when both gates are completely closed.

Otherwise, exhaust fumes could enter into the interior of the vehicle.<

If special circumstances should make it absolutely necessary to operate the vehicle with the liftgate open:

1. Close all windows and the panorama glass roof

2. Increase the air supply for the air conditioner or automatic climate control to a high level, refer to page 107 or 111. Opening

Press the button: You can fold the tailgate down.

When opened, the tailgate can accept loads of up to 440 lbs./

200 kg. When the vehicle is stationary you may, for example, utilize the tail- gate as a seat or as a loading platform for luggage or recreation gear.<

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Tailgate

Manual release In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can release the tailgate manually:

1. Unfasten the trim panel clip with the vehicle key or with a screwdriver, refer to arrow 1, and remove it toward the top, refer to arrow 2

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2. Using the same tool, press the latch in the direction of the arrow; the tail- gate is released

3. Reinstall the trim panel.

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Luggage straps Use the retaining straps on the cargo floor cover to secure smaller items of luggage.

Movement is reduced when objects are placed on the straps.

The lashing eyes located at the corners of the cargo area provide you with a convenient means of attaching luggage nets* or flexible straps for securing lug- gage.

Refer also to Cargo loading on page 130.

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38nAlarm system

The concept The vehicle alarm system responds:

>When a door, the hood, or the liftgate is opened

>To movement in the vehicle interior: interior motion sensor

>To variations in the vehicle tilt angle such as occur during attempts to steal the wheels or tow the vehicle

>To interruption of battery voltage.

The system responds to unauthorized vehicle entry and attempted theft by simultaneously activating the following:

>Sounding an acoustical alarm for 30 seconds

>The hazard warning flashers are acti- vated for approx. five minutes

>The high beams flash on and off in the same rhythm.

Arming and disarming alarm system When you lock or unlock the vehicle, either with the remote control or at the door lock, the alarm system is armed or disarmed at the same time.

You can have different acknowl- edgment signals set to confirm

arming and disarming.<

The liftgate can also be opened with the system armed using the button on the remote control, refer to page 31. The liftgate is locked again when closed. Pressing the button longer triggers the alarm: panic mode, refer to page 32.

Indicator lamp displays >The indicator lamp below the interior

rearview mirror flashes continuously: the system is armed

>The indicator lamp flashes when the vehicle is locked: door(s) or liftgate are not completely closed. Even if you do not close the alerted area, the system begins to monitor the remain- ing areas, and the indicator lamp flashes continuously after 10 sec- onds. However, the interior motion sensor is not activated

>The indicator lamp goes out when the vehicle is unlocked: no manipulation or attempted intrusions have been detected in the period since the sys- tem was armed

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Alarm system Windows

>The indicator lamp flashes for 10 seconds after the vehicle is unlocked: an attempted entry has been detected in the period since the system was armed.

Following triggering of an alarm, the indicator lamp will flash continuously.

Tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor Tilt alarm sensor: The tilt of the vehicle is monitored. The alarm system reacts, for example, if someone attempts to steal the wheels or tow the vehicle.

Interior motion sensor: In order for the interior motion sensor to function properly, the windows and panorama glass roof must be com- pletely closed.

Avoiding unintentional alarms The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor may be switched off at the same time. This prevents unintentional alarms, e.g. in the following situations:

> In duplex garages >When transporting on car-carrying

trains > If animals are to remain in the vehicle.

Switching off the tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor:

Press the button on the remote control twice consecutively.

The indicator lamp lights up briefly and then flashes continuously. The tilt alarm sensor and the interior motion sensor are switched off up to the next unlock- ing and locking actions.

Opening and closing windows As of ignition key position 1:

>Press the switch up to the resistance point: The window continues to move as long as you continue to hold the switch

>Press the switch beyond the resis- tance point: The window moves downward auto- matically. Briefly press the switch again to stop the opening movement.

You can close the windows in the same manner by pulling the switch.

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40nWindows

After the ignition has been switched off:

>You can still operate the windows as long as neither of the front doors has been opened. To open the windows, press the switch beyond the resis- tance point.

When leaving the vehicle, always remove the ignition key and close

the doors, as otherwise children could operate the windows and injure them- selves etc.<

For the convenience operation via the remote control or the door lock, refer to pages 31, 33.

Anti-trapping mechanism A contact strip is integrated into the inner side of each of the upper window frame sections. If pressure is exerted against this contact strip while a win- dow is being raised, the system will respond by stopping the window and then retracting it a small distance.

Despite the anti-trapping mecha- nism, be extremely careful that the

closing path of the window is not obstructed whenever it is closed. Otherwise, an object might not touch the contact strip in some situations, with very thin objects, for instance. You can disable the anti-trapping mechanism by pulling the switch beyond the resistance point and hold- ing it. Because the power windows are sealed at high pressure to prevent wind noise when closed, a powerful motor is required for efficient closing. When closing the windows, always ensure that they are not obstructed in any way. Unsupervised use of these systems can result in serious personal injury. Remove the ignition key to deactivate the power windows whenever you leave the vehicle. Never leave the keys in the vehicle with unsupervised chil- dren. Never place anything that could obstruct the driver's vision on or next to the windows.<

Safety switch With the safety switch, you can prevent the rear windows from being opened or closed via the switches in the rear pas- senger area, by children, for example. You can also prevent adjustments of the power rear-seat backrests from the rear passenger area, refer to page 48.

Always press the safety switch when children ride in the rear, as

otherwise unchecked closing of the windows could lead to injuries.<

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Panorama glass roof*

When leaving the vehicle, always remove the ignition key and close

the doors, as otherwise children could operate the roof and injure themselves etc.<

The panorama glass roof is operational from ignition key position 1.

After the ignition has been switched off: You can operate the panorama glass roof for up to 1 minute as long as nei- ther of the doors has been opened.

Raising, opening, closing Press the switch or slide it in the desired direction up to the resistance point. Release the switch to stop the motion.

The sliding visor is opened slightly when the panorama glass roof is raised.

The panorama glass roof can be opened or closed independently with the sliding visor open.

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Ventilation setting: The panorama glass roof is raised and the sliding visor is opened slightly: Briefly press the switch twice consecu- tively.

Automatic opening and closing Press the switch briefly beyond the resistance point and then release it. Touching the switch again briefly stops the motion.

Opening and closing panorama glass roof and sliding visor together: Briefly press the switch beyond the resistance point twice consecutively. Touching the switch again briefly stops the motion.

Comfort position Each time the panorama glass roof is completely opened or closed, it stops in the comfort position. If desired, con- tinue the motion following this with the switch.

In the comfort position the wind noises in the interior are reduced.

42nPanorama glass roof*

Anti-trapping mechanism If the panorama glass roof or sliding visor encounter resistance when clos- ing from roughly one third of the roof opening or when closing from the raised position, the closing action is interrupted and the panorama glass roof and sliding visor reopen a little.

Despite the anti-trapping mecha- nism inspect the roof's travel path

prior to closing it, as the safety system might fail to detect certain kinds of obstructions, such as very thin objects, and the roof would continue closing. The anti-trapping mechanism for clos- ing the panorama glass roof is deacti- vated if the switch is pressed beyond the resistance point and held there. The closing action is interrupted when you release the switch.<

Following a power failure Following interruptions in electrical power, for instance, when the battery is disconnected, it is possible that the panorama glass roof will extend to its tilt-up position, but fail to respond to other commands. The system must be initialized. BMW recommends having this work carried out by your BMW Sport Activity Vehicle center.

Manual operation In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can operate the panorama glass roof manually.

1. Remove the Allen wrench and the screwdriver from the onboard tool kit, refer to page 158

2. Remove the cover from the head- liner. To do this, position the screw- driver somewhat off-center at the rear and carefully lever out the cover

3. Insert the Allen wrench in the open- ing provided and turn the panorama glass roof in the desired direction.

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The ideal sitting position can make a vital contribution to relaxed driving that is as fatigue-free as possible. The sit- ting position also plays an important role together with the safety belts and airbags in providing occupants with maximum levels of passive safety in an accident. To ensure that the safety sys- tems operate with optimized efficiency, we strongly urge you to observe the instructions contained in the following section.

For additional information on transport- ing children safely, refer to page 59.

Sitting safely with airbags Always maintain an adequate dis- tance between yourself and the

airbags. Always hold the steering wheel by its rim with hands at the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock positions to minimize the risk of injuries to your hands and arms in the event of airbag deployment. No one and nothing is to come between the airbags and the seat occupant. Do not use the cover of the front airbag on the front passenger side as a storage area. Make sure that the front passen- ger is correctly seated and does not rest feet or legs on the instrument clus- ter, otherwise leg injuries can occur if the knee and front airbag are triggered.

Never let an occupant's head rest near or on a side airbag because the inflating airbag could cause a serious or fatal injury.<

Even if you adhere to all the instructions injuries resulting from contact with air- bags cannot be fully excluded, depend- ing on the circumstances. The ignition and inflation noise may provoke a mild usually temporary hearing loss in extremely sensitive individuals.

For airbag locations and additional information on airbags, refer to page 57.

Sitting safely with safety belts Fasten your safety belt before starting any trip. Airbags complement the safety belt as an additional safety device, but they do not represent a substitute.

Your vehicle has five seats that are all equipped with a safety belt.

At all times, occupants should sit upright and be properly restrained

infants and small children in appropri- ate child-restraint systems; larger chil- dren and adults using the safety belts. Even pregnant women should also always wear the safety belt and espe- cially ensure that the lap belt is posi-

tioned low on the hip and does not press on the lower body. Only one person should ever wear a safety belt, and infants and children may not be seated on the lap of another passenger. Do not route the belt across your neck, or run it across sharp edges. Be sure that the belt does not become caught or jammed. Avoid twisting the belt while routing it firmly across the hips and shoulder. Do not allow the belt to rest against hard or fragile objects. Other- wise, in the event of a frontal impact, a loose lap belt could slide over your hips, leading to abdominal injury. Avoid wearing clothing that prevents the belt from fitting properly and pull the lap belt periodically to readjust the tension across your shoulder in order to avoid a reduction in the retention effect of the safety belt.<

For instructions on operating the safety belt, refer to page 49.

Sitting safely

44nSeats

Note before adjusting Never try to adjust your seat while operating the vehicle. The seat

could respond with unexpected move- ment, and the ensuing loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident. On the front passenger side as well, do not tilt the backrest too far toward the rear while driving. Failure to observe this precaution can prevent the belt from providing effective protection against injury, as the passenger could slide under the belt in an accident.<

Seat adjustment >Mechanical seat adjustment, refer to

following columns >Power seat adjustment, refer to

page 46 >Head restraints, refer to page 47 >Power rear-seat backrest adjustment,

refer to page 48.

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Mechanical seat adjustment

Seat adjustment 1 Backward/forward direction

Pull the lever and slide the seat to the desired position. After you release the lever, move the seat forward or backward slightly so that it engages fully

2 Height Pull the lever and apply weight to or remove weight from the seat as required

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3 Backrest Pull the lever and apply weight to or remove weight from the backrest as required

Comply with the adjustment instructions on page 43. Failure to

do so could result in diminished per- sonal safety.<

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Sports seat* adjustment You can adjust the thigh support addi- tionally:

Pull the lever and adjust the position of the thigh support for your personal comfort.

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46nPower seat adjustment*

Seat adjustment 1 Angle

2 Backward/forward adjustment

3 Cushion height

4 Backrest angle

Adjust the head restraint manually, refer to page 47.

Comply with the adjustment instructions on page 43. Failure to

do so could result in diminished per- sonal safety.<

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Comfort seat* adjustment This seat allows you to make additional adjustments for

1 Lumbar support

2 Shoulder support

3 Head restraint height

Lumbar support:

You can also adjust the contours of the backrest to obtain additional support in the lumbar region.

The upper hips and spinal column receive supplementary support to help you maintain a relaxed, upright sitting position.

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>Press at front or rear: increase or decrease curvature

>Press upper or lower end: extend curvature upward or downward.

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Power seat adjustment* Head restraints

Shoulder support:

Move the switch in the direction of the arrow to adjust the tilt angle of the shoulder support.

You can use the adjustable upper back- rest for supplementary support in the shoulder region. This provides a relaxed sitting position and helps relieve stress on the shoulder muscles.

For optimum adjustment the following is recommended:

Driver and front passenger:

1. Adjust the upper backrest section to its extreme rear position

2. Adjust for the optimal sitting position as described on page 43

3. Bring the upper backrest section fur- ther forward until your shoulders are well supported.

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Front passenger's seat adjusted for relaxed traveling:

1. Adjust the upper backrest section to its extreme rear position

2. Tilt the backrest down to a slightly more horizontal angle

3. Bring the upper backrest section for- ward until your shoulders are well supported.

Make corrections in the forward/ backward adjustment of the seat

to ensure that the safety belt still fits firmly against your body. If you do not do this, the protection provided by the safety belt may be reduced.<

Head restraint height:

Move the switch in the desired direc- tion.

Adjustments To adjust the angle of the front head restraints, tilt the head restraint to the desired angle.

To adjust the height of the front or rear head restraints, pull the head restraint up or push it down. Power height adjustment, refer to page 46.

Adjust the head restraint so that its center is approximately level

with your ears, otherwise the risk of spinal injury in the event of an accident will increase.<

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48nHead restraints Power rear-seat backrest adjustment*

Removing front head restraint 1. Pull the head restraint upward to the

stop 2. Press the button, refer to arrow, and

remove the head restraint.

Installation front 1. Press the button, refer to arrow, and

insert the head restraint into the guides

2. Adjust the head restraint for your personal comfort.

Removal and installation rear To remove the head restraint, pull it outward with a firm movement. To install it, press it down firmly.

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You can make separate adjustments of the backrest tilt angle on the right and left sides. You can select a comfortable sitting position and also increase the capacity of the cargo area by moving the back- rests into their most upright position.

From the rear seats: press the corre- sponding switch.

You can prevent adjustments of the power rear-seat backrest from

the rear passenger area with the safety switch for the power windows, refer to page 40.<

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From the cargo area: the switches are located on both sides of the cargo area.

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Safety belts

Put on the safety belt before each trip, as the airbags supplement the safety belts as an additional restraint device, however do not replace them.

Locking Make sure you hear the latch plate engage in the belt buckle.

Lights up for a few seconds or until driver's safety belt is fas- tened. Depending on model,

together with an acoustic signal* or a message* in the Check Control.

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Unlocking 1. Press the red button in the belt

buckle 2. Hold the belt firmly 3. Guide the belt back into its reel.

In the rear the center safety belt buckle is intended exclusively for

the center passenger. If it is not possible to extract the center belt, this indicates that the larger back- rest is not securely locked, refer to page 124.< Safety belt height adjustment

You can adjust the safety belts to fit your own physical dimensions by using the safety belt height adjustment:

Slide the button up or down as required.

Also observe the instructions on adjust- ing the seats on page 43.

In the event of loads caused by accidents or other damage: have

the belt system, including the belt ten- sioners and any child restraint systems, replaced by a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center and have the belt anchor points checked.c

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50nSeat, mirror and steering wheel memory*

You can store and call up three different seat, exterior mirror and steering wheel positions. The illustration shows the buttons on the seat for making these position adjustments.

The adjustment of the lumbar sup- port is not stored in the memory.<

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Storing 1. Turn the ignition key to position 1

or 2 2. Adjust the desired positions for the

seat, exterior mirror and steering wheel

3. Press the MEMORY button: the indi- cator lamp in the button comes on

4. Press memory button 1, 2 or 3, as desired: the indicator lamp goes out.

Calling up a stored setting Do not call up a position from the memory while the vehicle is mov-

ing. There is a risk of accident from unexpected movement of the seat or steering wheel.<

Convenience function:

1. Open the driver's door after unlock- ing the vehicle or place the ignition key in position 1

2. Briefly press memory button 1, 2 or 3, as desired. Movement stops immediately when one of the seat-adjustment or mem- ory buttons is activated during the adjustment process.

Security function:

1. With the driver's door closed and the ignition key either removed or in position 0 or 2

2. Maintain pressure on the desired memory button 1, 2 or 3 until the adjustment process is completed.

If you press the MEMORY button accidentally: press the button a

second time the indicator lamp goes out.<

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Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory*

You can have your vehicle pro- grammed to automatically dial in

your own individual adjustment settings for the seat, mirrors and steering wheel whenever you use your personal remote control to unlock the vehicle.<

If you make use of this adjust- ment, be sure that the footwell

behind the driver's seat is unobstructed before unlocking the vehicle. If you fail to do so, any persons or objects behind the seat could be injured or damaged by a rearward movement of the seat.<

Passenger-side exterior mirror tilt function Automatic curb monitor

Activating:

1. Select the driver's mirror with the mirror selection switch

2. When you engage reverse gear or selector-lever position R, the exterior mirror glass on the front passenger side tilts downward slightly. This allows the driver to see the area immediately adjacent to the vehicle such as a curb when parking, etc.

Deactivating:

Slide the mirror selection switch to the passenger's side position.

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52nHeated seats* Steering wheel

Front The seat cushion and backrest can be heated when the ignition key is in posi- tion 2.

You can call up different heating modes by repeatedly pressing the button.

You can also switch the higher heating modes off directly: Press the button and hold it slightly longer.

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Rear The operating concept is the same as for the front heated seats. You can select between two heating modes.

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Adjustments The steering wheel can be moved in any of four directions. Adjust the steer- ing wheel by moving the control lever in the desired direction.

Do not adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving. There

is a risk of accident from unexpected movement.<

To store the steering wheel setting, refer to Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory on page 50.

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Steering wheel Steering wheel heater*

Automatic steering wheel adjustment only in conjunction with seat, mirror and steering wheel memory

In order to make it easier to get into and out of the vehicle, the steering wheel automatically moves into the top posi- tion and returns to the driving or mem- ory position.

This automatic feature is controlled by the position of the ignition key and by the driver's door. Steering wheel heater functions in igni-

tion key position 2.

Press the button to activate or deacti- vate this system.

The indicator lamp within the button lights up when the steering wheel heater is in operation.

If your vehicle is not equipped with steering wheel heater, the switch for the recirculated-air mode is located here, refer to page 23.

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54nMirrors

Adjusting exterior mirrors 1 Mirror switch for 4-way adjustment

2 Left/right selector switch

3 Button* for folding mirrors in and out

By pressing button 3 repeatedly, you can fold the mirrors in and out. This is, for example, advantageous in car washes, narrow streets or for bringing a mirror folded forward into the proper position again.

Folding in is possible up to a speed of approx. 6 mph/

10 km/h.<

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Before going through a car wash, manually, or with button 3 fold the

exterior mirrors inward, otherwise they could be damaged, depending on the width of the car wash system.<

Adjusting manually You can also adjust the mirrors manu- ally: Press on the outer edges of their lenses.

To store the mirror settings, refer to Seat, mirror and steering wheel mem- ory on page 50.

Convex mirror The passenger-side mirror fea- tures a convex lens. When esti-

mating the distance between yourself and other traffic, bear in mind that the objects reflected in the mirror are closer than they appear. This means that esti- mations of the distance to following traffic should not be regarded as pre- cise.<

Self-defrosting mirrors Both mirrors are defrosted automati- cally when the ignition key is in posi- tion 2.

Interior rearview mirror To reduce glare from vehicles behind you when you are driving at night, tilt the mirror by turning the button.

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Mirrors

Interior and exterior mirrors, automatic dimming feature* These mirrors dim steplessly during for- ward driving when struck by light. There are two photocells located in the inte- rior rearview mirror for this purpose. One photocell is in the mirror glass, refer to arrow, while the other is offset somewhat on the back of the mirror.

For trouble-free operation, keep the photocells clean and do not cover the area between the interior rearview mir- ror and the windshield. Do not attach any kind of stickers on the windshield in front of the mirror, either.

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Compass interior mirror* with automatic dimming feature 1 Setting button

2 Display

The direction in which you are currently driving is indicated.

The respective compass zone must be set depending on where you are with your vehicle. To do this, press the set- ting button on the lower edge of the interior mirror approx. 3 4 seconds. The number of the current compass zone appears in the display.

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To change the zone setting, press the setting button repeatedly until the num- ber of the compass zone which corre- sponds to your location is displayed. Refer to the following world map with compass zones.

The compass is ready for use again after approx. 10 seconds.

For instructions on the automatic anti- glare control, refer to Interior and exte- rior mirrors, automatic dimming feature.

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Airbags

1 Front airbag for driver and front pas- senger

2 Side Impact Head Protection System for front and rear

3 Side airbags for front and rear*

Protective effect The front airbags supplement the safety belts by helping to provide additional protection for the front-seat occupants in the event of a severe frontal impact in which the protection afforded by the safety belts alone may no longer be suf- ficient. The Side Impact Head Protec- tion System and the side airbags help provide protection in the event of a side impact. Each of the side airbags is designed to help support the upper body. The respective head airbag sup- ports the head.

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For information on the correct sitting position, refer to page 43.

The airbags do not deploy in response to minor accidents or

rear collisions, nor do they respond to certain kinds of vehicle rollover.<

Do not apply adhesive materials to the cover panels of the airbags,

cover them or modify them in any other way. Do not attempt to remove the air- bag restraint system from the vehicle. If you note any indication of system mal- function, if you desire to have an airbag deactivated, or if the airbag retention system is triggered in response to an accident, you should always entrust all inspection, repair and dismantling oper- ations to your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center. Do not modify or tamper with either the wiring or the individual components in the airbag system. These include the padded steering wheel hub, the instrument cluster, the side trim panels of the front or rear doors and the roof pillars or the sides of the headliner. Do not remove or dis- mantle the steering wheel yourself. To ensure compliance with official safety regulations, entrust disposal of airbag generators to a BMW Sports

Activity Vehicle center. Unprofessional attempts to service the system could lead to failure in an emergency or undesired airbag activation, either of which could result in personal injury. Do not touch the individual components directly after the system has been trig- gered, as otherwise there is a danger of burns.<

At all times, occupants should sit upright and be properly restrained

infants and small children in appropri- ate child-restraint systems; larger chil- dren and adults using the safety belts. Never let an occupant's head rest near or on a side airbag because the inflating airbag could cause a serious or fatal injury. Please note that the word Airbag imprinted on the door trim panel indi- cates the airbag's location. Accident research shows that the saf- est place for children in an automobile is in the rear seat. However, a child sit- ting in the rear seat and not properly restrained may place his or her head on or near the airbag, if so equipped. For example, a child even though belted may fall asleep with his or her head against the side airbag. It may be diffi- cult for a driver to ensure that children in the rear seat will remain properly

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positioned at all times and do not place their heads on or near the side airbag. Therefore, we recommend that the rear side airbags, if provided, be deacti- vated if you plan to transport children in the rear seat. The rear seat side airbags may already have been deactivated by a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center. Labels in the rear door opening should indicate the status of your rear seat side airbags. If you are uncertain of their sta- tus, or wish to have the airbags acti- vated or deactivated, please contact your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle cen- ter.<

Even if you adhere to all the instruc- tions, injuries resulting from contact with airbags cannot be fully excluded, depending on the circumstances. The ignition and inflation noise may provoke a mild hearing loss in extremely sensi- tive individuals. This effect is usually only temporary.

Airbag warning information is also pro- vided on both sun visors.

This is the right way a child should sit in a child-restraint device when rear side airbags, refer to arrow, are provided.

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Airbags Transporting children safely

Airbag system operational The warning lamp in the instru- ment cluster indicates the oper- ational readiness of the entire

airbag system and the safety belt ten- sioners as of ignition key position 1. The warning lamp goes out after a few seconds.

Airbag system malfunction Have the airbag system checked immediately if a malfunction

occurs, as otherwise there is a danger of the system failing to respond in the expected manner to an impact occur- ring within its normal response range.<

A fault has occurred in the air- bag system:

>Warning lamp does not light up as of ignition key position 1

>Warning lamp lights up continuously >Warning lamp lights up while the

vehicle is being driven.

The right place for children Children always in the rear:

Accident research shows that the saf- est place for children in a vehicle is in the rear seat.

Older children should be tightly secured with a safety belt, after they have out- grown a booster seat that is appropri- ate for their age, height and weight.

A child sitting in the rear seat and not properly restrained may place

his or her head on or near the airbag, if so equipped. For example, a child even though belted may fall asleep with his or her head against the side air- bag. It may be difficult for a driver to ensure that children in the rear seat will remain properly positioned at all times and do not place their heads on or near the side airbag. Therefore, we recom- mend that the rear side airbags, if pro- vided, be deactivated if you plan to transport children in the rear seat.<

Child-restraint systems in the rear Child-restraint systems appropriate for every age group and weight are avail- able at your BMW Sports Activity Vehi- cle center.

Children under 13 years of age and children less than 5 ft/150 cm

tall should always ride in the rear and the restraint systems should be secured with the vehicle's safety belts.<

No universal child-restraint sys- tems facing the rear of the vehicle

may be mounted on the rear seats. If you want to use a rearward-facing child-restraint system in the rear, then the BMW Baby Seat with or without the LATCH child-restraint fixing is suitable for this purpose.<

Younger children should be secured in an appropriate forward-facing child- restraint system that has first been properly secured with a safety belt.

All rear sitting positions in your vehicle meet the recommendations of SAE J1819, an industry-recommended practice for securing child-restraint sys- tems in motor vehicles.

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Exception for front passenger seat

Should it become necessary to use a child-restraint system on the

front passenger seat, the airbags on the passenger's side must be deactivated. Your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle cen- ter will be happy to advise you on this subject.<

Never install a rearward-facing child-restraint system in the front

passenger seat of this vehicle if the passenger airbag is not deactivated. If you do so, the child could be severely injured or killed when the airbag is trig- gered. Your vehicle is equipped with an airbag supplemental restraint system for the front passenger. Because the backrest on any rearward-facing child- restraint system of the kind designed for infants under 1 year and 20 Ibs./9 kg would be within the airbag's deploy- ment range, you should never mount such a system in the front passenger seat, since the impact of the airbag against the child restraint's backrest could lead to serious or fatal injuries.<

Installing child-restraint systems Before installing any child-restraint sys- tem or child seat, read the following:

Observe the child-restraint system manufacturer's instructions for

installation and use. Otherwise the degree of protection can be reduced. After an accident, have all parts of the child-restraint system and of the rele- vant vehicle safety belt system checked by a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle cen- ter and replaced if necessary.<

Commercially-available child-restraint systems are designed to be secured with a lap belt or with the lap belt por- tion of a combination lap/shoulder belt. Improperly or inadequately installed restraint systems can increase the risk of injury to children. Always read and follow the instructions that come with the system.

Child-restraint system security All of the rear belt retractors and the front passenger's safety belt can be locked for mounting and securing child- restraint systems.

Information regarding this is located near the buckle latch of each safety belt.

Locking safety belt Pull the entire length of the belt from the belt retractor. Allow the reel to retract the belt somewhat and engage the buckle, then tighten the belt against the child-restraint system. The retrac- tion mechanism is now locked.

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Transporting children safely

Unlocking safety belt Unlock the safety belt, remove the child-restraint device and allow the belt retractor to reel the belt completely in.

Child-restraint system with tether strap If you use a child-restraint system with a tether strap, three additional tether anchorage points have been provided, refer to the arrows in the illustration. Depending on the location selected for seating in the rear passenger area, attach the tether strap to the corre- sponding anchorage point to secure the child-restraint system, as shown in the illustration below.

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Each sitting position is fitted with a head restraint.

Outer sitting positions: Lift the head restraint and pass the tether strap between the head restraint and the seat back. It is recommended to readjust the head restraint into the lowest possible position.

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Center sitting position: The head restraint must be adjusted into the lowest possible position. Pass the tether strap over the head restraint.

Adjust the tether strap according to the child-restraint manufacturer's instruc- tions.

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LATCH child-restraint fixing Remove cover panel by pulling it off toward the front. To remount, simply push on.

The illustration is an example showing the mounts for the LATCH, Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren, child-restraint fixing at the left rear. The system is also available at the right rear position.

Canadian models only: The anchorage points for the LATCH are identified with buttons, refer to illus- tration.

To fit the LATCH child-restraint fixing, follow the manufacturer's

operating and safety instructions.<

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Child-safety locks Slide the safety lever on the rear doors downward:

The door can now be opened from the outside only.

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Vehicle Memory, Key Memory

How the system functions You have probably frequently wished that you could configure individual functions of your vehicle to reflect your own personal requirements. In engi- neering your vehicle, BMW has included several user-defined func- tions in the vehicle's design. Your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center can make these settings for you.

There are vehicle and person-related adjustments: Vehicle Memory and Key Memory. You can configure up to four different basic positions for four differ- ent persons. The only requirement is that each person uses his or her own remote control key.

When your vehicle is unlocked with the remote control, the vehicle recognizes the individual user by means of a data exchange with the key, and makes adjustments accordingly.

In order for you to distinguish between the master keys with remote control, color-coded decals are supplied together with the keys.

What the system can do Your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle cen- ter can provide you with details on the capabilities of the Vehicle Memory and Key Memory systems.

You will see this symbol through- out the Owner's Manual. It is to

remind you at appropriate places of the settings that are available to you.<

Following configuration of the memory functions, vehicle opera-

tion may differ from the description in the Owner's Manual. Should you want to sell your BMW some day, please remember to have the memory func- tions reset to the default state.<

Examples for Vehicle Memory:

>Various signals that can serve as acknowledgment for locking and unlocking the vehicle, refer to pages 31, 33

>Deactivating/activating the pathway lighting function, refer to page 102.

Examples for Key Memory:

>Automatic adjustment of the driver's seat, exterior mirror and steering wheel with settings stored in the memory for the individual driver when the vehicle is unlocked, refer to page 51

>Calling up customized settings for the automatic climate control when unlocking the vehicle, refer to page 111.

64nIgnition lock Starting engine

Ignition key positions 0 Steering lock engaged

1 Steering lock disengaged

2 Ignition on

3 Starting the engine

Steering lock engaged The key can only be inserted or removed in this position.

After removing the key, turn the steer- ing wheel slightly to the left or right until you hear the lock engage.

If the key is not removed, an acoustic signal sounds after the driver's door is opened.

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Vehicles with automatic transmis- sion:

Only move the selector lever from posi- tion P with the engine running. To turn the key back to position 0 or to remove it, first place the selector lever in position P: interlock.<

Steering lock disengaged Slightly moving the steering often makes it easier to turn the key from 0 to 1. Individual current consumers are ready for operation.

Starting engine Vehicles with manual transmis- sion:

Depress the clutch pedal when starting the engine. If you do not, a lock pre- vents the engine from starting.<

Before starting >Engage the handbrake >Be sure that the gearshift lever is in

Neutral or the selector lever in Park if the vehicle is equipped with an auto- matic transmission

>Press the clutch pedal. If the clutch pedal is not pressed, the engine cannot be started

>On vehicles with and automatic transmission, press the footbrake.

Do not run the engine in closed rooms, as otherwise the inhaling

of toxic exhaust gases can cause unconsciousness and death. The exhaust gases contain carbon monox- ide, an odorless and colorless, but highly toxic gas. Never leave an unattended vehicle with the engine running, as such a vehicle represents a potential safety hazard.<

When driving, standing at idle, and parking the vehicle, take care

to avoid contact between the hot exhaust system and flammable materi- als, e.g. grass, hay, leaves, etc. Such contact could lead to a fire, resulting in serious personal injury and property damage.<

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Starting engine Switching off engine

When starting the engine, do not press the accelerator pedal.

X5 3.0i: Do not actuate the starter for too

short a time. Do not turn it for more than approx. 20 seconds. Release the ignition key immediately as soon as the engine starts. X5 4.4i, 4.8is: Your BMW is equipped with the conve- nience starting feature. Here, it is suffi- cient to turn the ignition key only briefly to position 3 'Start engine' and to let go of it right away. The starter actuation continues to operate automatically for a certain period of time and is stopped automatically as soon as the engine has started. The automatic starting mode will not operate or will be canceled if the bat- tery voltage is insufficient. The engine can be started by jump-starting, refer to page 171.<

Do not allow the engine to warm up by leaving it running while the vehicle remains stationary. Instead, begin to drive immediately at a moderate engine speed.

Should the engine fail to start on the first attempt, if it is very hot or cold, for instance:

>Press the accelerator pedal halfway down while engaging the starter.

Cold starts at altitudes above 3,300 ft/ 1,000 meters and at very low tempera- tures, from approx. +57/156:

>For the initial starting attempt, allow the starter to remain engaged some- what longer, approx. 10 seconds.

Engine idle speed is controlled by the engine computer system. Increased speeds at startup are normal and should decrease as the engine warms up. If engine speed does not decrease, service is required.

To prevent the battery from discharg- ing, always switch off electrical devices that are not in use. Switch the ignition off when the vehicle is not being driven.

Extended starting attempts, char- acterized by excessively frequent

or long periods with the starter engaged, can lead to damage of the catalytic converter.<

Manual transmission:

1. Turn the ignition key to position 1 or 0

2. Engage first gear or reverse gear.

Automatic transmission:

1. Engage selector-lever position P 2. Turn the ignition key to position 1

or 0.

Do not remove the ignition key when the vehicle is moving, as

otherwise the steering could lock. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the ignition key and lock the steering. Vehicles with manual transmission: Always engage the handbrake when parking on slopes and inclined sur- faces. Even placing the gearshift lever in 1st gear or reverse may not provide adequate resistance to rolling. Vehicles with automatic transmission: Place the selector lever in Park.<

Vehicles with automatic transmission:

The vehicle must be stationary and the selector lever in Park before you can remove the ignition key.

66nHandbrake Manual transmission

The handbrake is primarily intended to prevent the vehicle from rolling while parked; it brakes the rear wheels.

Engaging The lever engages automatically when you pull it up and the indicator lamp comes on in the instrument cluster in ignition key position 2, refer to pages 19, 21.

Releasing Pull up slightly on the lever, press the button and lower the lever.

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If exceptional circumstances should make it necessary to

engage the handbrake while the vehicle is in motion, do not pull it too strongly. In doing so, continuously press the but- ton of the handbrake lever. Excessive pressure can lead to over- braking and loss of traction fishtailing at the rear axle. The brake lamps do not light up when the handbrake is applied. Vehicles with manual transmission: Always engage the handbrake when parking on slopes and inclined sur- faces. Even placing the gearshift lever in 1st gear or reverse may not provide adequate resistance to rolling. Vehicles with automatic transmission: Place the selector lever in Park.<

To avoid corrosion, apply the hand- brake lightly from time to time when coasting to a standstill at a traffic sig- nal, for instance, provided that it is safe to do so.

Press the clutch pedal all the way down each time you shift, pressing the gear- shift lever into its proper end position.

Depress the clutch when starting the vehicle, too, otherwise, the interlock will prevent the engine from starting if the clutch is not depressed.

While shifting gear in the 5th/ 6th gear level, be sure to press

the gearshift lever to the right to pre- vent inadvertently engaging a gear in the 3rd/4th gear level. Do not hold the vehicle in place on slopes by slipping or riding the clutch. Use the handbrake instead, since a slipping clutch increases clutch wear.<

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Manual transmission Automatic transmission with Steptronic

Reverse Select only when the vehicle is station- ary. Press the gearshift lever to the left to overcome the resistance.

As you do this, the backup lamps will turn on automatically when the ignition key is in position 2.

In addition to fully automatic operation, you can also manually shift with the Steptronic, refer to page 69.

Under normal operating conditions, fuel consumption is lowest when driving in position D.

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Selector lever positions P R N D M/S

The transmission range display varies according to the equipment of your vehicle.

Starting engine The engine can only be started in the selector lever position Park or Neutral.

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Range selection An interlock prevents inadvertent gear- shifts into selector-lever positions R and P. To cancel the interlock, press the button on the front of the selector lever knob, refer to arrow.

Shiftlock With the vehicle stationary, press the brake pedal before shifting out of P or N; the shift command will not be exe- cuted unless the brake is applied.

Hold the footbrake down until starting off. The vehicle will otherwise creep when a drive position is engaged.

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To prevent the vehicle from roll- ing, always select position P and

engage the handbrake before leaving the vehicle with the engine running. Never leave an unattended vehicle with the engine running, as such a vehicle represents a potential safety hazard.<

P Park Select only when the vehicle is station- ary. The transmission locks to prevent the rear wheels from turning.

R Reverse Select only when the vehicle is station- ary.

N Neutral, idle For example, engage in automatic car washes. The vehicle can roll.

D Drive, automatic driving position This position is designed for driving under all normal operating conditions. All forward gears are available.

Kickdown The kickdown mode provides maximum acceleration. Depress the accelerator pedal past the increased resistance point at the full- throttle position.

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Automatic transmission with Steptronic

Sport program and M/S manual operation Move the selector lever from position D to the left into gearshift gate M/S: the sport program is activated and DS appears in the instrument cluster. This position is recommended for a perfor- mance-oriented driving style.

When the selector lever is moved slightly towards + or , the Steptronic shifts gear and manual operation is activated. The following appears in the instrument cluster depending on the model

>1 to 5 or 1 to 6 >M1 to M5 or M1 to M6.

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Upshifts and downshifts are executed only when they will result in a plausible combination of engine and vehicle speed; thus, for example, a downshift that would cause the engine to overrev will not be executed by the system. The gear selected will appear briefly in the instrument cluster followed by the cur- rent gear.

To use the automatic function again, move the selector lever to the right into position D.

Malfunction The warning lamp lights up or the message "TRANS.FAILSAFE PROG" appears in the Check

Control. A malfunction has occurred in the transmission system. Avoid heavy loads.

Bring the vehicle to a stop. Move the transmission selector lever to P. Set the handbrake and turn the engine off, igni- tion key to position 0.

Wait a few seconds, then start the engine. If the indicator lamp goes out after a few seconds, normal transmission per- formance has been restored. You may continue to drive as usual. If the indica- tor lamp does not go out, you can place the selector lever in all positions. How- ever, the vehicle will now only drive for- ward with limited gear selection. Have the system checked as soon as possible.

Information on jump-starting, tow-start- ing and towing begins on page 171.

70nTurn signals/headlamp flasher

1 High beams

2 Headlamp flasher

3 Turn signals

Signaling briefly Press the lever up to but not beyond the resistance point. It then returns to the center position when released.

If the indicator lamp flashes and the relay clicks faster than usual,

this indicates that one of the turn signal bulbs is defective.<

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Washer/wiper system/rain sensor*

0 Wipers retracted

1 Intermittent mode or rain sensor

2 Normal wipe

3 Fast wipe

4 Brief wipe

5 Cleaning the windshield

6 Special wash program* 7 Serrated dial for control of the wipe

interval or the sensitivity of the rain sensor

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Retracted position The left wiper is partially concealed by the hood. In order to bring the wipers to roughly a vertical position, this is impor- tant for changing the wiper blades or to fold the wipers out during frosty weather, for example:

>With the lever in position 1, switch off the ignition as soon as the wipers come to a stop.

If equipped with a rain sensor:

1. Switch on the wipers with the lever in position 1, 2 or 4

2. When the wipers are approx. vertical, switch the ignition off.

For changing the wiper blades, refer to page 158.

Fold the wipers back down onto the windshield before you turn the

ignition key to position 1 or 2 again. If you do not, they could be damaged.<

Intermittent mode Not on vehicles with rain sensor.

You can set the wipe interval to four stages with serrated dial 7. In addition, the wipe interval is varied automatically depending on road speed.

Rain sensor The rain sensor is positioned on the windshield, directly in front of the inte- rior rearview mirror.

To activate the rain sensor: Move the lever to position 1 as of igni- tion key position 1. The wipers travel once across the windshield, regardless of the weather conditions.

You can leave the lever permanently in position 1. It is then only necessary to activate the rain sensor as of ignition key position 1. To do this, turn serrated dial 7 briefly.

To adjust the sensitivity of the rain sen- sor: Turn serrated dial 7.

Deactivating the rain sensor: Move lever to position 0.

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Deactivate the rain sensor when passing through an automatic car

wash. Failure to do so could result in damage caused by undesired wiper activation.<

Normal wipe The system switches automatically to intermittent mode when the vehicle is stationary, not on vehicles with rain sensor.

Fast wipe The wipers operate at normal speed when the vehicle is stationary, not on vehicles with rain sensor.

Cleaning the windshield The system sprays washer fluid against the windshield and activates the wipers for a brief period.

Special wash program* As with 5; several additional wash cycles are carried out and the head- lamps are cleaned*. This program is recommended after you have driven on extremely dirty roads.

Cleaning headlamps* >With the special wash program 6 >With every actuation of cleaning the

windshield 5 when the vehicle's light- ing is switched on, the headlamps will be cleaned at appropriate inter- vals.

Do not use the washers if there is any danger that the fluid will

freeze on the windshield. If you do so, your vision could be obscured. There- fore use antifreeze, refer to page 148. Do not actuate washer systems when the fluid reservoir is empty, as other- wise the washer pump will be dam- aged.<

Windshield washer nozzles The windshield washer jets are warmed automatically when the ignition key is in position 2.

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Washer/wiper system/rain sensor* Cruise control*

Rear window wiper 0 Retracted position of the rear window

wiper

1 Rear window wiper in intermittent mode. When reverse gear is engaged, continuous operation is switched on automatically

2 Cleaning the rear window

You can also program the interval:

>Switch briefly from position 0 to posi- tion 1

>The time until reactivation, from posi- tion 0 to 1, is the programmed inter- val; max. 30 seconds.

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Programming is deleted:

>Approx. 10 seconds after the lever is placed in position 0 or

>after the engine is switched off.

For changing the wiper blade, refer to page 158.

You can automatically maintain and store any desired vehicle speed above approx. 20 mph/30 km/h.

You can use cruise control whenever the system is active while the engine is running.

On the sports steering wheel* the but- tons +/ for the cruise control are located on the right-hand side of the steering wheel.

Activating system

As of ignition key position 2: Press the button; the indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on, refer to page 22. You are able to use the cruise control.

Do not use the cruise control when driving on winding roads, in

heavy traffic or in poor road conditions e.g. snow, rain, ice, loose road sur- face that do not permit a constant speed.<

74nCruise control*

Deactivating system

Press the button repeatedly until the indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out.

The cruise control is also deactivated when the ignition key is turned into position 0.

The speed stored in the memory is deleted.

Maintaining and storing speed or accelerating

Briefly press button +: The system maintains and stores the current vehicle speed. Every time you briefly press the button, the speed increases by approx. 0.6 mph/1 km/h.

Press and hold button +: The vehicle accelerates without pres- sure on the accelerator pedal. When you release the button, the system maintains and stores the current speed.

If, on a downhill gradient, the engine's braking effect is not suffi-

cient, the controlled speed can be exceeded. Speed can drop on uphill grades if the engine output is insuffi- cient.<

Decelerating

Briefly press button : When cruise control is active, every brief touch of the button reduces the speed by approx. 0.6 mph/1 km/h.

Press and hold button : With the cruise control active, the sys- tem automatically reduces the throttle opening to slow the vehicle. When you release the button, the system main- tains and stores the current speed.

Interrupting cruise control

When the system is activated, press button 1. The indicator lamp stays on. You can use the cruise control again whenever required by calling up the speed that was stored last.

In addition, cruise control is interrupted automatically:

>When you apply pressure to the brake pedal

>When you apply pressure to the clutch pedal or when you move the automatic transmission selector lever from Drive to Neutral

> If you exceed or fall below the con- trolled speed for an extended period, by depressing the accelerator, for example.

Recalling stored setting

Press button: The vehicle accelerates to and main- tains the last speed stored.

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1 Odometer

2 Trip odometer

3 Outside temperature display

Odometer You can activate the displays shown in the illustration with the ignition key in position 0 by pressing the button in the instrument cluster, refer to arrow.

The range of available displays varies according to your individual vehicle's equipment.

Trip odometer To reset the trip odometer to zero, press the button, refer to arrow, with the ignition key in position 1 or 2.

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Outside temperature display The outside temperature appears in the display as of ignition key position 1.

You can change the units of measure- ment 7/6 by

1. pressing and holding down the but- ton, refer to arrow, with the ignition key in position 1 and

2. then turning the ignition key to 0. At the same time the units of mea- surement in the temperature display of the automatic climate control will be changed, refer to page 109.

Refer also to page 82.

Ice warning If the outside temperature drops to approx. +37.57/+36, a signal sounds as a warning and the display flashes for a brief period.

The ice warning does not alter the fact that surface ice can form at

temperatures above +37.57/+36, on bridges or shaded road surfaces, for instance.<

Odometer, outside temperature display

76nTachometer Energy control

X5 3.0i, 4.4i Do not operate the engine with the needle in the red overspeed zone of the gauge, refer to arrow.

In this range, the fuel supply is inter- rupted to protect the engine.

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X5 4.8is The orange warning sector gradually moves upward as the engine warms to its normal operating temperature. As the engine temperature increases, an increasing number of sectors in this warning panel go out.

Avoid allowing the engine speed to rise as far as the orange warning sector whenever possible.

Do not operate the engine with the needle in the red overspeed zone of the gauge, refer to arrow.

In this range, the fuel supply is inter- rupted to protect the engine.

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X5 3.0i, 4.4i Shows the current fuel consumption. This allows you to see whether your current driving style is conducive to fuel economy with minimum exhaust emis- sions.

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Engine oil thermometer Fuel gauge

X5 4.8is The general operating temperature lies between 1767/806 and 2487/ 1206. Do not exceed the maximum value of 3027/1506.

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If the indicator lamp comes on and stays on, there are approx. >2.0 gal./8 liters, 6-cylinder engine >2.5 gal./10 liters, 8-cylinder engine of fuel still in the tank.

Tank capacity: approx. 24.6 gal./ approx. 93 liters.

If the tilt of the vehicle varies, when you are driving in mountainous areas, for example, the indicator may fluctuate slightly.

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Refuel well before the tank is empty, as otherwise engine func-

tions will not be ensured and damage can occur if you drive down to the last drop.<

When you switch on the ignition, the indicator lamp comes on briefly to con- firm that the system is operational.

78nTemperature gauge Service Interval Display

Blue The engine is still cold. Drive at moder- ate engine and vehicle speeds.

Red When you switch on the ignition, the warning lamp* comes on briefly to con- firm that the system is operational.

If the warning lamp lights up during driving or the message "COOLANT TEMPERATURE" appears in the Check Control: the engine is overheated. Switch off the engine immediately and allow it to cool down.

Checking coolant level, refer to page 150.

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Between blue and red zones Normal operating range. The dial may wander into the red field.

The range of available displays varies according to your individual vehicle's equipment.

Green lamps The number of illuminated lamps decreases as the time for your next maintenance visit approaches.

Yellow lamp This field appears together with OILSERVICE or INSPECTION.

Maintenance is due. Please contact your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle cen- ter for an appointment.

Red lamp The maintenance deadline has been passed.

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Check Control

Graphic display* The following alerts or status messages are displayed with icons as of ignition key position 2 until the defects are cor- rected:

1 Check low beams

2 Add washer fluid, goes out after approx. 1 minute

3 Door open

4 Tailgate open

5 Check brake and tail lamps. A defec- tive center brake lamp is indicated by the upper symbol

When you open the door after stopping, a warning signal sounds without a visual indicator for:

>LIGHTS ON >KEY IN IGNITION LOCK.

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Alphanumeric display* Text messages are used to alert the driver to system malfunctions as of igni- tion key position 2. The alert is accom- panied by an acoustic signal.

1 Status messages symbol

2 Display

3 CHECK button

Messages concerning system faults are differentiated based on two priorities:

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Priority 1

These defects are immediately indi- cated by an acoustic signal and a flash- ing warning symbol 1. Simultaneous defects will be displayed consecutively. These status messages remain in the display until the defects are corrected. They cannot be deleted by pressing the CHECK button 3:

>RELEASE PARKINGBRAKE >COOLANT TEMPERATURE

Temperature too high. Stop the vehi- cle immediately and switch off the engine, refer to pages 78 and 150

>STOP! ENGINE OILPRESS Oil pressure too low. Stop the vehicle immediately and switch off the engine, refer to pages 19, 148

80nCheck Control

>CHECK BRAKE FLUID Level has dropped approx. to mini- mum. Have the brake fluid topped up as soon as possible, refer to page 151. Have the reason for the brake fluid loss eliminated by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center

>DSC/4x4 INACTIVE DSC and/or 4-wheel drive system xDrive has failed. The stabilizing interventions of DSC and/or the 4-wheel drive system xDrive are no longer available. Drive may then only be carried out via the rear axle. Have the system checked at the nearest BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center. For additional information, refer to page 95

>SELFLEVEL SUSP.INACT* Please consult the nearest BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center

>SELFLEVEL SUSP.INACT* MAX. 35 MPH/MAX. 60 KM/H* These messages are displayed con- secutively. Do not exceed a maximum speed of 35 mph/60 km/h. Please consult the nearest BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center

>TRANSMISS'N OVERHEAT* Reduce speed immediately and stop at a suitable location so that the sys- tem can cool down again. Please contact the nearest BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center

>LIMIT* Display when the programmed road- speed limit is exceeded, refer to page 87.

Priority 2

These displays appear for 20 seconds as of ignition key position 2. The warn- ing symbols remain after the message disappears. You can open the mes- sages again for display by pressing the CHECK button.

>TRUNKLID OPEN This message only appears when starting off

>DOOR OPEN This message appears after a mini- mal defined road speed has been exceeded

>FASTEN SEAT BELTS* In addition, the indicator lamp with the belt symbol lights up and an acoustic signal sounds

>WASHER FLUID LOW Too low, top up at the next opportu- nity, refer to page 148

>CHECK ENGINE OIL LEV The oil level is at the absolute mini- mum point. Therefore, have the engine oil topped up as soon as pos- sible, refer to page 148. Until then, do not drive more than approx. 30 miles/50 km

>CHECK GAS CAP Check to see whether the fuel filler cap has been closed properly, refer to page 25

>OUTSIDE TEMP. +237/56 This display is only an example. The current temperature is displayed at outside temperatures of +37.57/ +36 and below, refer also to page 75

>CHECK BRAKE LIGHTS A lamp has failed or the electrical circuit has a fault, refer to page 161 or consult a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center

>CHECK LOWBEAM LIGHTS CHECK SIDE LIGHTS CHECK REAR LIGHTS CHECK FRONT FOGLAMPS CHECK LICPLATE LIGHT CHECK HIGHBEAM LIGHT CHECK BACK UP LIGHTS The respective lamp may have failed or the electrical circuit may be defec-

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Check Control

tive, refer to page 159 or consult a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center

>TRANS. FAILSAFE PROG* Please consult the nearest BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center, refer to page 69

>CHECK BRAKE LININGS Have the brake pads inspected by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center, refer to page 139

>CHECK COOLANT LEVEL Coolant too low, top off at the next opportunity, refer to page 150

>ENGINE FAILSAFE PROG Fault in the engine electronics. You can continue to drive with reduced engine output or engine speed. Please have the system inspected by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center.

Displays after completion of trip All of the malfunctions registered during the trip appear consecutively when the ignition key is turned to position 0.

The following displays will appear when appropriate:

>LIGHTS ON >KEY IN IGNITION LOCK

>CHECK ENGINE OIL LEV Top up engine oil at the next opportu- nity, e.g. while refueling, refer to page 148.

This display appears when you open the driver's door after parking the vehi- cle. A supplementary acoustic signal is also heard.

Status messages remain available with the CHECK button 3 for a period of approx. three minutes after the display goes out and the key is removed from the ignition lock. If there were multiple messages, press the CHECK button repeatedly to view them all in sequence.

Checking Check Control Press the CHECK button 3 with the ignition key in position 2: "CHECK CONTROL OK" appears in the display.

No malfunctions are present in the monitored systems.

Computer You can find a description of the com- puter on pages 82 and 87 as well as in the Owner's Manual for Onboard Com- puter.

You can have the Check Control and computer messages dis-

played in a different language.<

82nComputer

Mode selection As of ignition key position 1, you can call up information from the computer using the computer button in the turn signal lever.

A new function appears each time you briefly press the computer button.

The display sequence:

>Outside temperature >Average fuel consumption >Cruising range >Average speed.

As of ignition key position 1, the last active setting is displayed.

The range of available displays varies according to your individual vehicle's equipment.

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Outside temperature and average fuel consumption You can change the units of measure- ment 7/6 for the outside temperature display by

1. pressing and holding the trip odome- ter reset button with the ignition key in position 1 and

2. then turning the ignition key to 0. At the same time the units of mea- surement in the temperature display of the automatic climate control will be changed, refer to page 109.

Refer also to page 75.

The average fuel consumption is calcu- lated for the time during which the engine is running.

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Cruising range and average speed Displays the estimated cruising range available with the remaining fuel. The fuel level is measured and the range is calculated taking the driving style over the last 20 miles/30 km into account.

Periods with the vehicle parked and the engine off are not included in the calcu- lations of average speed.

Canceling display If the button in the turn signal lever is pressed briefly while the average speed is displayed, the computer display can be masked out.

Restarting calculations If you continue to press the computer button in the turn signal lever, the aver- age values which were just displayed for fuel consumption and speed will be recalculated from that point. The engine must be running for this calculation.

Computer with alphanumeric display* If your vehicle has Check Control with alphanumeric display, the system's computer is described beginning on page 87 and in the Owner's Manual for Onboard Computer.

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MID Multi-Information Display

Central display The MID serves as the central display and operation for the following onboard systems:

>Digital clock, e.g. time display, date >Audio systems: radio, cassette, CD >Computer, e.g. fuel consumption,

cruising range >Telephone, e.g. dialing.

You will find explanations and notes for operating the digital clock and the com- puter on the following pages. Please refer to the separate Owner's Manuals for operating the audio systems, the telephone and the onboard computer.

Any unrealistic numerical entries will not be accepted.

All stored data will be lost if the power supply is interrupted. Time display, switch-on times for independent venti- lation, distance and cruise control speed limit may have to be reset once the power supply has been reestab- lished.<

1 Function button for audio systems

2 Function button for the telephone

3 Indicator lamp for independent venti- lation > remains on if switch-on time is

active > flashes while operating

4 Function button for the digital clock and computer

5 Indicator display for the various onboard systems

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6 Display for the entry and call-up but- tons. Depending on the operating mode, the functions and alternatives that can be selected at the buttons are displayed here

7 Entry and call-up buttons for operat- ing the various onboard systems

84nDigital clock in MID

To avoid endangering yourself or other road users, only make

entries when the vehicle is stationary.<

Calling up time or date

Press the left side of the button.

Display shows:

You can have the time displayed in 12 or 24 hours.

To change the display:

Press the left side of the button.

If the 12-hour time display is in use, AM or PM appears after the time.

Changing time

Press the left side of the button.

Press the right side of the button: The dots flash in the display.

To change the setting:

Press on the left/right, or hold the but- ton down.

To store the entry:

Press the right side of the button.

Changing date

Press the left side of the button.

Press.

Press the right side of the button: The dots and the DATE display flash.

To change the setting:

Press on the left/right, or hold the but- ton down.

To store the entry:

Press the right side of the button.

The clock takes leap years into account and therefore does not have to be reset manually.

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Reminder signal You can program a reminder signal memo to be heard every hour, so that you are sure not to miss a news broad- cast.

Press the left side of the button.

Press: MEMO OFF appears in the display for entry and call-up buttons, and the tone symbol will appear in the upper right of the display.

A signal is then heard 15 seconds before each hour.

Stopwatch

Press the left side of the button.

Press.

Display shows:

To start the stopwatch function:

Press the right side of the button.

To take an intermediate time reading:

Press.

Press: The stopwatch display can be seen counting up; the stopwatch continues to run.

To halt the stopwatch:

Press the right side of the button.

The stopwatch is halted when the ignition key is turned back to 0,

but starts to run again when the ignition key is turned to 1.<

86nDigital clock in MID

Entering switch-on times for independent ventilation You can enter two different switch-on times. The ventilation will switch off automati- cally after 30 minutes.

Please follow the instructions for operating the independent ventila-

tion that start on page 115.<

Press the left side of the button.

Press on the left/right.

Display shows:

Press the right side of the button: Display flashes, e.g. TIMER 1.

To enter the time:

Press on the left/right, or hold the but- ton down.

To confirm the entry:

Press the right side of the button.

The activated time is marked with an asterisk.

The switch-on times remain stored until new entries are made.

You can change switch-on times that have already been stored by making a new time entry as described above.

When the switch-on time is active, the LED comes on in the MID. During actual operation of the ventilation, the LED flashes. The LED goes out when the system is switched off.

To activate/deactivate the time:

Press twice.

Directly switching independent ventilation on and off

The independent ventilation func- tion can only be called up in igni-

tion key position 1.<

Press the left side of the button.

Press.

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Computer* in MID

To avoid endangering yourself or other road users, only make

entries when the vehicle is stationary.<

Computer calculations begin at the start of the journey. Information can also be called up in the display by the remote control, refer to page 91.

Speed limit Speed limit entry:

You can enter the road speed here at which you wish to hear and see a reminder signal: a signal will sound, the word LIMIT will flash, and with the Check Control with alphanumeric dis- play*, the speed limit stored in the memory will appear on the instrument cluster briefly.

The speed limit reminder is only repeated if road speed has fallen at least 3 mph/5 km/h below the preset speed limit.

Press the right side of the button.

Press.

Press the right side of the button.

Display shows:

Enter the limit by pressing the function buttons.

To correct an entry:

Press the left side of the button and repeat the entry.

To store the entry:

Press the right side of the button.

88nComputer* in MID

To adopt the current speed as the speed limit:

Press the right side of the button.

Press.

Press twice at right.

To deactivate the speed limit:

Press the right side of the button.

Press.

The LIMIT display goes out, but the stored value is not lost and can be reactivated by pressing the LIMIT but- ton.

Distance to destination The remaining distance to the destina- tion will be displayed on the screen. Enter the entire distance before starting the journey.

To enter:

Press the right side of the button.

Press the left side of the button.

Press the right side of the button.

Display shows:

You can enter the distance by pressing the function buttons.

To correct an entry:

Press the left side of the button and repeat the entry.

To store the entry:

Press the right side of the button.

To check a stored value:

Press the right side of the button.

Press the left side of the button.

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Estimated time of arrival When you have entered the distance to your destination, you can obtain an estimated time of arrival display which is continuously updated by the com- puter as your average driving period varies.

Press the right side of the button.

Press the right side of the button: The estimated time of arrival is dis- played.

Cruising range The distance which the vehicle should cover on the remaining fuel in the tank is displayed.

Press the right side of the button.

Press: The display shows the probable range.

Always refuel as soon as possible once your cruising range falls to

below 30 miles/50 km, as otherwise engine functions are not ensured and damage can occur.<

The computer will only register fuel amounts over 1.8 gal/6 liters.

Fuel consumption You can have the average fuel con- sumption displayed for two different distances, for example a complete jour- ney and part of the journey.

To start the calculation, select the func- tion with the engine running:

Press the right side of the button.

Press the left or right side of the button: The display will show the average fuel consumption.

To restart the fuel consumption calcula- tion:

Press the left or right side of the button.

Press the right side of the button.

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Speed You can open a display of the vehicle's average speed.

To start the calculation, select the func- tion with the engine running:

Press the right side of the button.

Press: The display shows the average speed.

To recalculate the speed:

Press the right side of the button.

Extended immobilizer function You can establish a code that will pre- vent the engine from being started unless the code is entered.

If you do not have access to the code, the emergency deactivation procedure will have to be carried out, refer to next page.

To establish and activate the code:

Press the right side of the button.

Press the left side of the button.

Display shows:

Enter the code with the function but- tons.

To correct an entry:

Press the left side of the button and repeat the entry.

To store the entry:

Press the right side of the button. Turn the ignition key to position 0.

To deactivate the code:

When you are asked to enter the code with the ignition key in position 1 or 2:

>Enter the code at the function but- tons.

Press the right side of the button.

After the code has been entered cor- rectly and confirmed with the SET but- ton, the time display appears.

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After three incorrect code entries, or three attempts to start the engine with- out a code entry, the alarm will sound for 30 seconds on vehicles fitted with an alarm system.

To deactivate the alarm in an emer- gency:

If you have forgotten the code, proceed as follows:

1. Disconnect the battery, wait approx. 2 minutes, then reconnect it. Note that on vehicles with an alarm sys- tem, the alarm will sound

2. Set the ignition key to position 1: the time display will count down for the next ten minutes

3. After ten minutes, start the engine.

If the code becomes available again in the meantime, it can be

entered during the waiting period after pressing the CODE button.<

Remote control The computer button on the turn signal lever can be used to select the items of computer information which are to be displayed.

To do this, press

> the button on the lever until PROG shows on the display

> the MID buttons in the order in which you wish the information to be dis- played. Each time an entry is stored, the pro- gram number appears on the display.

To terminate the selection procedure:

Press the right side of the button.

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To have all the available information displayed, press > the button on the lever until PROG

shows on the display > the SET button.

To obtain individual items of informa- tion, briefly press the button as often as necessary.

92nPDC Park Distance Control*

The concept PDC provides extra safety and conve- nience during parking maneuvers. Sig- nal tones indicate the current distance to an object behind or in front of your vehicle. To do this, four ultrasonic sen- sors in the front and rear bumpers each measure the distance to the nearest object. The detection range of the front sensors and the two sensors located at the ends of the rear bumper is approx. 2 ft/60 cm, while the rear center sen- sors can detect objects to a distance of approx. 5 ft/1.50 m.

PDC is a parking aid that can indicate objects when they are

approached slowly, as is usually the case when parking. Avoid approaching objects too fast, otherwise the system may give warning of physical obstacles too late.<

Automatic function The system starts to operate automati- cally approx. one second after you select reverse or move the selector lever into the R position with the igni- tion key in position 2.

Wait this short period before reversing.

Manual activation Press the button, the indicator lamp lights up.

Manual deactivation Press the button again; the indicator lamp goes out.

Automatic deactivation After driving a distance of more than approx. 160 ft/50 m or exceeding a speed of approx. 20 mph/30 km/h, the system switches off and the indicator lamp goes out. Switch the system on again as required.

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PDC Park Distance Control* Antilock Brake System

Signal tones The distance from an object is indicated in front with a higher intermittent tone, and at the rear with a lower intermittent tone. As the distance between vehicle and object decreases, the intervals between the tones become shorter. The signal tone becomes continuous once the distance to the nearest object falls to below roughly 1 ft/30 cm.

The warning signal is canceled after approx. 3 seconds if you are moving parallel to a wall.

If there is a malfunction of the system: The indicator lamp flashes and a short steady signal tone is sounded

> if you activate PDC with the button >when you select reverse for the first

time after switching on the ignition > if a malfunction occurs while the PDC

system is active.

Switch the system off and have the cause of the malfunction corrected by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle cen- ter.

Even with PDC, final responsibility for estimating the distance

between the vehicle and any obstruc- tions always remains with the driver. Even when sensors are involved, there is a blind spot in which objects cannot be detected. This applies especially in those cases where the system approaches the physical constraints of ultrasonic measurement, as occurs with tow bars and trailer couplings, and in the vicinity of thin or wedge-shaped objects. Low objects already displayed, e.g. a curb, can also disappear from the detection area of the sensors again before a continuous tone sounds. Loud sources of sound, inside and out- side the vehicle, could drown out the PDC signal tone.<

Keep the sensors clean and free of ice or snow in order to ensure that they will continue to operate effectively. Do not apply high pressure spray to the sensors for a prolonged period of time. Keep the spray at least 4 in/10 cm away from the sensors.

The concept The ABS Antilock Brake System keeps the wheels from locking during braking, thereby enhancing active driving safety. The vehicle continues to be steerable during hard braking. ABS also includes EBV Electronic brake-force distribution. Safe braking, refer to page 139.

EBV Electronic brake-force distribution EBV controls the brake system's appli- cation pressure at the rear wheels to ensure stable deceleration.

DBC Dynamic Brake Control The Dynamic Brake Control actively supports the driver in dangerous brak- ing situations. When you apply the brake pedal rapidly, the system increases the braking effect with low pedal pressure so that the shortest possible braking distance is achieved. This system exploits all of the benefits provided by ABS.

Do not reduce the pressure on the brake pedal for the duration of the brake application. DBC is deactivated when you release the brake pedal.

94nAntilock Brake System DSC Dynamic Stability Control

Malfunction Be sure to observe the information on the lamp combination which may light up on page 20.

The concept DSC maintains vehicle stability, even in critical driving situations.

The DSC is operational every time you start the engine.

The system optimizes the driving stabil- ity during acceleration and when start- ing from a standstill. The system recog- nizes any tendency for the vehicle to assume an unstable attitude such as oversteer or understeer; it then coun- teracts this tendency with a combina- tion of graduated reductions in engine torque and selective braking interven- tion at individual wheels. DSC provides optimized stability within the limits defined by the laws of physics.

The laws of physics cannot be repealed, even with DSC. An

appropriate driving style always remains the responsibility of the driver. We therefore urge you to avoid using the additional safety margin of the sys- tem as an excuse for taking risks. Do not make any modifications to the DSC system. Never allow anyone other than authorized professional techni- cians to carry out service or repairs on the system.<

Indicator lamps The indicator lamps in the instrument cluster goes out shortly after you switch on the ignition,

The indicator lamp flashes: DSC is active and governs drive and braking force.

The indicator lamp stays lit: DSC has been switched off using the button and the stabilizing interventions are no longer available.

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DSC Dynamic Stability Control xDrive

Switching off DSC Press the button; the indicator lamp comes on and stays on.

Stabilizing interventions of the chassis control system DSC are no longer avail- able. However, the braking interven- tions that simulate the function of the differential lock continue to be active.

In the following exceptional circum- stances, it may be effective to switch off the DSC for a short period:

>When rocking the vehicle and starting off in deep snow or on loose road surfaces

>On sandy road surfaces >On poor surfaces with deep ruts

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> If the wheels churn on muddy sur- faces

>When driving with snow chains.

As a result of the braking interven- tions, the brakes may be sub-

jected to additional loads when the sys- tem is switched off. In order to limit the brake temperature, brief automatic masking of the brake activation is pos- sible. To maintain vehicle stability, always drive with the system switched on when possible.<

Switching DSC on Press the DSC button again; the indica- tor lamp goes out. DSC is now acti- vated.

Malfunction Please be sure to observe the informa- tion on the DSC Dynamic Stability Con- trol/xDrive warning lamp on page 22 and on the possible lamp combinations that can light up on page 20.

xDrive is the 4-wheel drive system of your X5. The combined effects of xDrive and DSC further optimize the traction and dynamic driving characteristics. The 4-wheel drive system xDrive vari- ably distributes the drive torque to the front and rear axle depending on the driving situation and prevailing road conditions.

Malfunction Please be sure to observe the informa- tion on the DSC Dynamic Stability Con- trol/xDrive warning lamp on page 22 and on the possible lamp combinations that can light up on page 20.

96nHDC Hill Descent Control

The concept HDC is a system for driving downhill in steep terrain. This system reduces vehi- cle speed on steep downhill gradients, thus allowing you to maintain control of your BMW under these conditions. The vehicle moves at slightly more than walking speed without active interven- tion from the driver.

HDC is available for activation at vehi- cle speeds below approx. 20 mph/ 35 km/h. When driving down steep hills with a speed below approx. 20 mph/ 35 km/h, the vehicle reduces speed automatically down to slightly more than walking speed, approx. 5 mph/ 8 km/h, and then maintains this speed at a constant.

You can use the accelerator or brakes to vary this automatically controlled speed within a range extending from approx. 3 mph/5 km/h to 15 mph/ 25 km/h. You can specify a target speed within the same range by using the +/ but- tons of the cruise control.

HDC is automatically deactivated once vehicle speed again exceeds approx. 35 mph/60 km/h.

Activating system Press the button, the indicator lamp lights up.

The indicator lamp flashes when the brakes are applied automatically.

Deactivating system Press the button again; the indicator lamp goes out.

HDC is deactivated automatically above a road speed of approx. 35 mph/ 60 km/h and when the ignition is switched off.

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Using HDC With manual transmission: Use HDC in first gear and in Reverse since the engine's braking effect is diminished in the higher gears.

With automatic transmission: You can use HDC in every drive posi- tion.

In case of a malfunction The indicator lamp in the button goes out in the HDC mode or does not come on when HDC is switched on: HDC is temporarily not available as brake temperature is too high.

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Self-leveling suspension* 2-axle self-leveling suspension*

The warning lamp for the self- leveling suspension comes on, or the message "SELFLEVEL

SUSP.INACT" appears in the Check Control: there is a malfunction in the self-leveling suspension.

Stop and inspect the vehicle. If the rear of the vehicle is visibly lower than the front, possibly accompanied by a tilt noticeable when you compare the left rear with the right rear, please respond by immediately proceeding to the near- est BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center. Drive with appropriate caution in the meantime. The vehicle has reduced ground clearance and driving comfort may be noticeably reduced.

Even when the position of the vehicle is normal, have the system checked as soon as possible when a malfunction is indicated.

The concept Your vehicle is equipped with 2-axle self-leveling suspension acting on both the front and rear suspension. This sys- tem combines automatic self-leveling, which compensates for variations in front-to-rear load-distribution patterns, with a selection feature allowing drivers to choose from among several ride- height options.

You may choose from among the fol- lowing ride heights:

>Normal The standard setting is intended for most operating conditions, including trailer towing

>Off-Road Increased level for more ground clearance

>Access Lowers vehicle for more convenient cargo handling or easier passenger entries and exits.

Changes in ride height are initiated either manually, using the control but- ton, refer to page 98, or automatically in response to specific speeds. When the ride height is selected manually, the driver has the additional option of revis- ing the ride-height selection by entering

a new command during the adjustment process.

When the vehicle is stationary, the sys- tem executes ride-height changes in both directions up and down when- ever the doors are closed. The liftgate/ tailgate may be open. The system raises the vehicle only when the engine is running.

The system's automatic self-leveling feature automatically compensates for variations in the vehicle's load.

Frequent changes in ride height initiated at short intervals can

overheat the compressor, causing the system to briefly suspend active opera- tion.<

98n2-axle self-leveling suspension*

Self-leveling suspension display 1 Off-Road

2 Standard

3 Access

The LEDs not only show the current ride height, but also indicate changes:

>LED on: indicates the vehicle's cur- rent ride height

>Ride-height LED flashes while the LED for the earlier level remains on: the ride height is being adjusted to a new level, either automatically or in response to driver input at the button. When the suspension reaches the new ride height the flashing LED reverts to continuous operation, and the LED for the earlier level goes out

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>LED for current ride height flashes for roughly 3 seconds when you press the button: change in ride height is not possible.

Raising Available only when the engine is run- ning.

From Standard to Off-Road:

Press button 1 while traveling at a speed of less than approx. 30 mph/ 50 km/h.

From Access to Standard:

>Press button 1 or > the setting automatically reverts to

the standard setting once the vehicle exceeds a speed of approx. 20 mph/ 35 km/h.

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2-axle self-leveling suspension* Brake Force Display

Lowering Available with ignition key in position 2.

From Standard to Access:

1. Press button 2 while traveling at less than approx. 50 mph/80 km/h. The system enters its preselection mode. The preselection mode is canceled >by pressing button 1 >automatically once the vehicle

exceeds a speed of approx. 50 mph/80 km/h or approx. 60 seconds after button 2 is pressed

2. Reduce speed to below approx. 15 mph/25 km/h within approx. 60 seconds after pressing button 2.

When you press button 2 at speeds below approx. 15 mph/

25 km/h the system automatically low- ers the vehicle to the Access level.<

From Off-Road to Standard:

>Press button 2 or >automatically once you exceed a

speed of approx. 30 mph/50 km/h.

The Brake Force Display lights up in two stages, depending on how heavily you brake.

The display has two levels:

>Normal braking: The brake lamp 1 and the center brake lamp light up

>Heavy braking and braking with ABS: The brake lamps 1 and 2 light up together with the center brake lamp.

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The concept The Flat Tire Monitor keeps track of the inflation pressures in the four fitted tires as you drive. The system provides an alert whenever the inflation pressure drops significantly in relation to the pressure another tire.

The check of the tire inflation pressure is based on monitoring the relative speeds of the wheels. A flat is detected and reported on the basis of a deviation in certain speed ratios.

Functional requirement To ensure reliable operation, the sys- tem should have been initialized with the correct tire inflation pressure.

System limits The Flat Tire Monitor cannot indi- cate sudden severe tire damage

caused by outside factors and does not detect a natural, even pressure drop in all four tires.<

In the following situations, the system could be delayed or malfunction:

>When driving on snow-covered or slippery road surfaces

> In the case of performance-oriented driving: slip on the drive wheels, high lateral acceleration

>False alarms and undetected loss of pressure may occur when you are driving with snow chains fitted.

Initializing system Perform the initialization immedi- ately every time you correct the

inflation pressure, change a tire or change a wheel or all wheels. A drive is required for this purpose.<

1. Start the engine, but do not drive off 2. Press the button until the yellow indi-

cator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up for a few seconds

3. Drive off.

It takes a few minutes of driving until the Flat Tire Monitor can detect and indicated a flat tire.

When driving with snow chains, do not initialize the system.<

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Flat Tire Monitor

Indication of a flat tire The warning lamp lights up yel- low. There is a flat tire or exten- sive inflation pressure loss.

1. Reduce speed and stop the vehicle carefully. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuvers

2. Identify damaged tire

If identification is not possible, contact your BMW Sports

Activity Vehicle center.<

3. Replace the damaged wheel, refer to Changing a tire on page 163.

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Parking lamps/side marker lamps The front, rear and side vehicle lighting is switched on. You can use the parking lamps for park-

ing. For lighting on one side for parking as an additional feature, refer to page 103.

Low beams When the ignition is switched off and the low beams are on, only the parking lamps/side marker

lamps remain on.

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Pathway lighting: When you activate the headlamp

flasher after parking the vehicle and switching off the lamps, the low beams will come on for a brief period. You may also have this function deactivated if you wish.<

Lights on warning Whenever you open the driver's door, after having turned the ignition key to position 0, you will hear an acoustic signal for a few seconds to remind you that the lamps have not been switched off.

On vehicles with alphanumeric Check Control*: The reminder is given through the Check Control.

Daytime driving lamps* The daytime driving lamps are automat- ically switched on at ignition key posi- tion 2.

Automatic headlamp control* When you set the switch to this position, the system activates and switches on and off the low

beams in response to changes in ambi- ent light conditions, for instance, in tun- nels, at dawn and dusk, and in rain and snow.

The low beams remain switched on regardless of the ambient light

when you switch on the front fog lamps.<

Automatic headlamp control can- not serve as a substitute for the

driver's judgment in determining when the vehicle lamps should be switched on. For example, the system cannot detect fog. To avoid safety risks, you should always switch on the lamps manually under these conditions.<

You can have the sensitivity of the headlamp control system adjusted

on your vehicle.<

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Adaptive Head Light* High beams/roadside parking lamps

The concept Adaptive Head Light is a variable head- lamp control system that enables better illumination of the road surface. Depending on the steering angle and other assumptions, the light from the headlamp follows the course of the road.

Activating Adaptive Head Light In ignition key position 2, turn the light switch to the position Automatic headlamp control,

refer to page 102.

To avoid blinding oncoming traffic, the Adaptive Head Light

> is not active when driving in reverse >when stopped only active toward

passenger's side.

Malfunction The LED next to the symbol for auto- matic headlamp control flashes. Adap- tive Head Light is faulty or has failed. Have the system checked as soon as possible.

1 High beams

2 Headlamp flasher

3 Roadside parking lamps

Roadside parking lamps, left and right* As an additional feature, you can illumi- nate your vehicle on either side for parking, if you wish to do so:

With the ignition key in position 0, engage the lever in the appropriate turn signal position.

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Briefly press the button once again to switch on/off.

The parking lamps or low beams must be switched on for the fog lamps to operate. A green indi-

cator lamp appears in the instrument cluster to indicate that the front fog lamps are on.

If the high beams are switched on, the front fog lamps go out.

If the automatic headlamp control is activated, the low beams will

automatically be switched on when the front fog lamps are switched on.<

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The interior lamps operate automati- cally.

Switching interior lamps on and off manually Briefly press button 1.

If you want the interior lamps to remain off all the time, press and hold the but- ton for approx. 3 seconds.

Briefly press the button to revert to nor- mal operation.

The button for the interior lamps in the rear passenger area only switches these lamps on and off.

Front reading lamps* Switched on and off with the button 2 next to each lamp.

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Interior lamps

Rear reading lamps* Switched on and off with the button next to each lamp, refer to arrows.

Footwell and cargo area lamps The lamps are controlled in the same manner as the front interior lamps.

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Front area lighting* This lighting system in the two exterior mirrors illuminates the ground in the area near the two front doors. It is also controlled in the same manner as the front interior lamps, but it does not function while the vehicle is moving.

In order to prevent battery dis- charge, all of the lamps in the

vehicle are switched off automatically approx. 15 minutes after the ignition key is turned to position 0.<

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1 Airflow directed toward the windshield and side windows

2 Airflow for the upper body 108

3 Front footwell ventilation

4 Rear footwell ventilation

5 Airflow for upper body in rear seat 108

6 Temperature 107

7 Air distribution 107

8 Air supply 107

9 Rear window defroster 107

10 Air conditioning 107

11 Recirculated-air mode 107

Air conditioner

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Air conditioner

Temperature The graduations on the dial provide general reference val- ues for the interior tempera- ture. 707/226 is recom-

mended as a comfortable setting. After the start of driving the selected temper- ature is reached as quickly as possible and held constant by the control sys- tem.

Air distribution You can direct air to flow onto the windows , toward the upper body and into the footwell . All intermediate

settings are possible. In the setting, there is a low flow of air onto the win- dows to keep them free of condensa- tion.

Air supply You can adjust the air supply through an infinitely-variable range. The heating and venti- lation become more and more

effective as the air supply settings are increased. In the 0 setting, the blower and climate control are switched off and the outside air supply is blocked.

Rear window defroster When the rear window defroster is activated, the

indicator lamp comes on. The rear win- dow defroster switches off automati- cally.

Air conditioning The air is cooled and dehu- midified and depending on

the temperature setting warmed again. Depending on the weather, the windshield may fog over briefly when the engine is started. You can reduce condensation forming on the windows by switching on the air conditioning.

During air conditioning condensa- tion forms, which then exits under

the vehicle. Traces of condensed water of this kind are thus normal.<

Recirculated-air mode You can respond to unpleas- ant odors outside the vehicle

by temporarily switching off the outside air supply. The system then recirculates the air currently within the vehicle.

With the button on the steering wheel you can also switch over to the recircu- lated-air mode, refer to page 23.

If the windows fog over in the recirculated-air mode, switch the

recirculated-air mode off and increase the air supply as required.<

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Draft-free ventilation You can adjust the vent outlets for the upper body area to select the optimum airflow rates and directions for your personal comfort:

1 Rotary dials for opening and closing the vent outlets through an infinitely- variable range

2 Levers for adjusting airflow direction

3 With the serrated dial you can adjust the temperature of the incoming air: >Turn toward blue: colder >Turn toward red: warmer

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Rear ventilation* 1 Serrated dial for opening and closing

the vent outlets through an infinitely- variable range

2 Levers for adjusting airflow direction

The air that flows out here is somewhat cooler than the air delivered to the foot- well.

Microfilter The microfilter removes dust and pollen from the incoming air and in the recir- culated-air mode. It is replaced by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center during regular maintenance. A substan- tial reduction in air supply indicates that the filter must be replaced before nor- mal maintenance.

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Defrosting windows and removing condensation 1. You can specify an interior tempera-

ture that is comfortable for you with the rotary temperature dial. A good starting point is 707/226

2. Set the air distribution rotary dial to

3. Set the blower/air supply rotary dial completely to the right

4. Close the vent outlets in the rear seating area

5. Switch on the rear window defroster to defrost the rear window.

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1 Airflow directed toward the windshield and side windows

2 Airflow for the upper body 113

3 Air to footwell

4 Rear footwell ventilation

5 Airflow for upper body in rear seat 113

6 Automatic air distribution and supply 111

7 Individual air distribution 111

8 Temperature, left side of passenger compartment 111

9 Display for temperature and air supply 111

Automatic climate control*

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10 Temperature, right side of passenger compartment 111

11 Defrosting windows and removing condensation 111

12 Air conditioning 112

13 AUC Automatic recirculated-air control 112

14 Rear window defroster 112

15 Air supply 111

16 Maximum cooling 112 or residual heat utilization 113

17 Air grill for interior temperature sensor please keep clear and unobstructed

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Automatic climate control*

Tips for pleasant driving To use the automatic function, press the AUTO button 6. Select an interior temperature that is comfortable for you.

Detailed setting options are described for you in the following section.

Your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center can program the settings of

your vehicle in such a manner that, when you unlock the vehicle with your individualized key, your own personal- ized setting for the automatic climate control is initiated.<

Automatic air distribution The AUTO program adjusts the airflow and dis-

tribution patterns for you while also using your preselected temperature setting as the basis for adjusting the interior climate to adapt to external influences: summer, winter.

Individual air distribution You can cancel the AUTO program by selecting spe- cific air distribution patterns for your personal comfort, the automatic air supply

remains in operation. You can direct air to flow onto the windows , toward the upper body and into the foot- well . You can reactivate the auto- matic air distribution mode by selecting the AUTO button.

Temperature You can make individual temperature settings on the driver's side or the front

passenger side. Your specifications appear in the display 9. The displayed temperature values are reference val- ues for the interior temperature. We recommend 707/226 as a comfort- able setting, whether the air conditioner is operating or not. When you start the vehicle, this system ensures that the selected temperature is achieved as quickly as possible. It then maintains this temperature, regardless of the sea- son.

To change the units of measurement of the display 7/6, refer to page 75 or 82.

Air supply In the AUTO program the air supply is automatically

controlled, and AUTO appears in the display 9, refer to overview on page 109. You can vary the air supply by pressing the left or right half of the button. When your setting is displayed by bars, the automatic air supply is switched off. Automatic air distribution maintains its setting. You can reactivate the automatic air supply by pressing the AUTO button.

When you press the left side of the but- ton during operation at minimum blower speed all displays are canceled: the blower, heating and air conditioner are switched off. The outside air supply is closed. You can switch the system back on by pressing any button of the automatic climate control, except the MAX button 16.

Defrosting windows and removing condensation

This program quickly removes ice and conden-

sation from the windshield and the side windows.

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Air conditioning The air is cooled and dehumidified and

depending on the temperature setting warmed again. Depending on the weather, the windshield may fog over briefly when the engine is started. You can reduce condensation forming on the windows by switching on the air conditioning.

During air conditioning condensa- tion forms, which then exits under

the vehicle. Traces of condensed water of this kind are thus normal.<

Maximum cooling You will get maximum cool- ing capacity using this pro-

gram if the engine is running and the outside temperature is above approx. 417/56.

The temperature display 9 jumps to +607/166, the system switches over to the recirculated-air mode, and the air streams out of the ventilation grill with the maximum air supply. That is why you need to keep these open if you select this program.

AUC Automatic recirculated-air control

You can respond to unpleasant odors or pollut-

ants in the immediate environment by temporarily suspending the supply of outside air. The system then recircu- lates the air currently within the vehicle. Press the button repeatedly to run through the following control sequence

> Indicator lamps off: outside air supply operational

>Left indicator lamp on, AUC mode: the system recognizes pollutants in the outside air and blocks the flow of air when necessary. The system then recirculates the air currently within the vehicle. Depending on the air quality, the automatic system then switches back and forth between outside air supply and recirculation of the air within the vehicle

>Right-hand indicator lamp on: the outside air supply into the vehicle is completely blocked. The system then recirculates the air currently within the vehicle.

With the button on the steering wheel you can also switch between Off and recirculated-air mode or AUC and recir- culated-air mode, refer to page 23.

If the windows fog over in the recirculated-air mode, switch the

recirculated-air mode off and increase the air supply as required.<

Rear window defroster When the rear window defroster is activated, the

indicator lamp comes on. The rear win- dow defroster switches off automati- cally.

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Automatic climate control*

Residual heat The heat which is stored in the engine is utilized for

heating the interior when the engine has been switched off while waiting at a railroad crossing, for instance. You can adjust the automatic climate control settings in ignition key position 1. With the ignition key in position 0, the system automatically directs heated air to the windshield, side windows and footwells.

This function may be activated when the outside temperature is

below approx. 597/156, the engine is at operating temperature, and the battery is adequately charged. The LED on the button will light up when all con- ditions have been met.<

Draft-free ventilation You can adjust the vent outlets for the upper body area to select the optimum airflow rates and directions for your personal comfort:

1 Rotary dials for opening and closing the vent outlets through an infinitely- variable range

2 Selector levers for airflow direction

3 With the serrated dial you can adjust the temperature of the incoming air. >Turn toward blue: colder >Turn toward red: warmer

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Rear climate control* 1 Air supply

2 Temperature

3 Adjusting the direction of the airflow

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Air supply 0 Blower off

I Maximum blower speed

You can adjust the air supply for the vent outlets through an infinitely-vari- able range between the 0 and I set- tings.

In the 0 setting, the blower is switched off and the supply of air through the vent outlets is blocked.

Individual adjustments on the front-seat control elements influence the air sup- ply for rear passenger area climate con- trol.

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Temperature Passengers in the rear seating area can adjust their own temperature for the vent outlets:

>Turn toward blue: colder >Turn toward red: warmer.

When you start the vehicle, this system ensures that the selected temperature is achieved as quickly as possible. It then maintains this temperature, regardless of the season.

A temperature setting is only pos- sible when the blower is switched

on, not in the 0 setting.<

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Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter The microfilter removes dust and pollen from the incoming air. The activated- charcoal filter provides additional pro- tection by filtering gaseous pollutants from the outside air. Your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center replaces this combined filter as a standard part of your scheduled maintenance. A sub- stantial reduction in air supply indicates that the filter must be replaced before normal maintenance.

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Roller sun blinds* Independent ventilation*

Roller sun blinds for rear side windows* Use the strap to pull out the blinds, then hook them in the provided attachment.

With roller sun blinds attached, do not open the windows during

travel. The blinds may otherwise be damaged by the wind.<

You can use this system to ventilate the interior and lower its temperature, using the blower of the independent ventila- tion or of the automatic climate control.

The independent ventilation is operated via the MID Multi-Information Display, refer to page 86 or via the onboard computer, refer to the separate Owner's Manual.

You can set two different times for the system to start; it will remain active for 30 minutes. You can also switch it on and off directly. Since the system uses a substantial amount of electrical cur- rent, you should refrain from switching it on twice in succession without allow- ing the battery to be recharged in nor- mal operation between use.

When a preselected activation time is set, the independent ventilation is oper- ational at outside temperatures above 607/166, or by direct switch activa- tion.

The air enters the passenger compart- ment through the vent outlets in the instrument cluster, which can be adjusted for both direction and airflow. Therefore, the vent outlets must be open for the independent ventilation to operate.

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The concept The integrated universal remote control can replace as many as three hand- held transmitters for various remote- controlled accessories, such as door openers and house alarm systems. The integrated universal remote control rec- ognizes and learns the transmitted sig- nal of each of the original hand-held transmitters.

The signal of an original hand-held transmitter can be programmed on one of the three memory buttons 1. Follow- ing that, each of the devices can be actuated with the appropriately-pro- grammed memory button 1. The indica- tor lamp 2 flashes to confirm transmis- sion of the signal.

Should you sell your vehicle one day, be sure to delete the stored programs beforehand for your safety, refer to page 118.

Before programming or using the integrated universal remote con-

trol, always inspect the immediate area to make certain that no people, animals or objects are within the swiveling and movement range of the device, as oth- erwise injuries or damage can occur. Also, comply with the safety precau- tions of the original hand-held transmit- ter.<

To Canadian residents: During programming, your hand-

held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting after two seconds, which may not be long enough to program the integrated universal remote control. If you are programming from one of these hand-held transmitters, the integrated universal remote control's light may begin to flash in a series of double- blinks. If this occurs, continue to hold the button of the integrated universal remote control while you reactivate your hand-held transmitter. You may have to repeat this function several times while programming.<

Checking compatibility If you see this symbol on the packaging or in the manual sup- plied with the original hand-held

transmitter, it is safe to assume that it is compatible with the integrated univer- sal remote control.

A list of compatible hand transmitters is available via fax polling by calling +49 (0)6838 907283 3333. For details, please call the toll-free HomeLink Hotline at +49 (0)6838 907 277 or 0800 0466 35465 in Germany.

HomeLink is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls.

Integrated universal remote control*

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Integrated universal remote control*

Programming 1 Memory buttons

2 Indicator lamp

Fixed-code hand-held transmitter 1. Switch on the ignition 2. For initial use: press both outer

buttons 1 for approx. 20 seconds, maintaining pressure until the indica- tor lamp 2 starts to flash. The three memory buttons 1 are cleared

3. Hold the original hand-held transmit- ter at a distance of approx. 2 to 8 in/ 5 to 20 cm from the memory but- tons 1

The required distance between the hand-held transmitter and

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relevant system of the original hand- held transmitter used.<

4. Simultaneously press the transmit button on the original hand-held transmitter and the desired memory button 1 of the integrated universal remote control. Initially, the indicator lamp 2 flashes slowly. Release both buttons as soon as the indicator lamp 2 flashes rapidly If the indicator lamp 2 does not flash rapidly after approx. 15 seconds, change the dis- tance

5. To program other original hand-held transmitters, repeat steps 3 and 4.

The corresponding memory button 1 is now programmed with the signal of the original hand-held transmitter.

The device can be operated as of igni- tion on.

If the device cannot be operated after repeated programming,

check whether the original hand-held transmitter uses an alternating-code system. To do so, either read the instructions of the original hand-held transmitter or press and hold down the programmed memory button 1 of the integrated universal remote control.

If the indicator lamp 2 on the integrated universal remote control flashes quickly for a brief period and then remains lit up for approx. two seconds, this indicates that the original hand-held transmitter is equipped with an alternating code. In the case of an alternating-code system, program the memory buttons 1 as described at the section on alternating- code hand-held transmitters. If you have additional questions, please consult your BMW Sports Activity Vehi- cle center or call 1-800-355-3515. You can also visit this website www.bmwusa.com.<

Alternating-code hand-held transmitters To program the integrated universal remote control, consult the Owner's Manuals for the equipment to be set. You will find information there on the possibilities for synchronization. When programming alternating-code hand-held transmitters, please observe the following supplementary instruc- tions:

Programming will be easier with the aid of a second person.<

118nIntegrated universal remote control* Telephone*

1. Park your vehicle within the range of the remote-controlled device

2. Program the integrated universal remote control as described at the section on fixed-code hand-held transmitters

3. Localize the button on the receiver of the device you want to set up, e.g. on the upper section of the motor

4. Press the button on the receiver of the device you want to set up. After step 4, you have approx. 30 seconds for step 5

5. Press the programmed memory button 1 on the integrated universal remote control three times.

The corresponding memory button 1 is now programmed with the signal of the original hand-held transmitter.

If you have any additional ques- tions, please contact your BMW

Sports Activity Vehicle center.<

Clearing memory buttons Individual memory buttons 1 cannot be cleared. However, you clear all three memory buttons 1 together as follows:

Press both outer buttons 1 of the inte- grated universal remote control for approx. 20 seconds, maintaining pres- sure until the indicator lamp 2 starts to flash.

Hands-free system On vehicles with telephone prepara- tion*, the hands-free microphone is located in the headliner.

For further information on the Tele- phone, refer to the Telephone Owner's Manual.

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Glove compartment Storage compartments

Opening Pull the handle. The lamp inside the glove compartment comes on.

Closing Fold the cover up.

To prevent injury in the event of an accident, close the glove com-

partment immediately after use.<

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Engaging locks Use one of the master keys. A master key is also required for unlocking.

If you turn over only your spare key for valet parking, for example,

refer to page 30, access to the glove compartment is not possible.<

Rechargeable flashlight Located on the left-hand side of the glove compartment. Features integral overload-protection, so it can be left in its holder continu- ously.

To avoid completely discharging and possibly damaging the lamp,

always ensure that it is switched off before inserting it in the socket.<

You will find two storage compartments in the armrest between the front seats.

To open the top compartment: Press the button, refer to arrow 1. An installed cellular phone* is located in this compartment.

To move the armrest or open the lower compartment: Pull the handle, refer to arrow 2. This compartment contains a coin tray and a storage compartment* for cas- settes or CDs.

You will find additional storage com- partments in all of the doors as well as on the backrests of the front seats.

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120nStorage compartments Cup holders

Clothes hooks When suspending clothing from the hooks ensure that it will not

obstruct the driver's vision. Do not hang heavy objects on the hooks. If you do so, they could cause endanger passen- gers during braking or evasive maneu- vers.<

Front Below the sliding cover, refer to illustra- tion.

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Rear At the end of the center console under the lighter.

Briefly press to open; push back inward to close.

Do not place glass containers in the cup holders, as otherwise

there is a danger of injury in an acci- dent.<

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Ashtray, front Ashtray, rear

Emptying Press the edge of the lid, refer to arrow: the ashtray moves up and can be removed.

Cigarette lighter, front Press the lighter 1 in. The lighter can be removed as soon as it retracts.

Hold or briefly press the hot ciga- rette lighter by the knob only.

Holding or touching it in other areas could result in burns. The cigarette lighter remains opera- tional when the ignition key has been removed. For this reason, do not leave unsupervised children in the vehicle.<

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Power socket The cigarette lighter socket can be used in ignition key position 2 to plug in hand flashlights, car vacuum cleaners, etc., with power ratings of up to approx. 200 W at 12 V. Avoid damaging the socket due to inserting plugs of differ- ent shapes or sizes.

You will find additional power outlets in the cargo area, refer to page 128.

Emptying Remove the insert tray.

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122nCigarette lighter, rear

Press the lighter in. The lighter can be removed as soon as it retracts.

Hold or briefly press the hot ciga- rette lighter by the knob only.

Holding or touching it in other areas could result in burns. The cigarette lighter remains opera- tional when the ignition key has been removed. For this reason, do not leave unsupervised children in the vehicle.<

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Ski bag*

The ski bag allows the safe and clean transport of up to 4 pairs of standard skis or up to two snowboards.

With the length of the ski bag and the additional space in the cargo area, you can store skis with a length of up to 6.9 ft/2.1 m. Because of the tapered shape of the bag, the ski bag can only accommodate two pairs of skis with a length of 6.9 ft/2.1 m.

Loading 1. Fold the center armrest outward.

Loosen the trim from the upper Velcro fastener and place it on the armrest

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2. Press button 1 downward and swing the cover forward

3. Press button 2: the cover in the cargo area is unlocked. In conjunction with pull-out cargo floor, refer to page 128: pull out floor, release cover and push back floor again; the floor then conceals the cover

4. Extend the ski bag between the front seats. The zipper provides conve- nient access to the inside of the bag, or can also be left open to promote drying.

To store the ski bag, perform the above steps in reverse sequence.

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Securing load After loading, secure the ski bag and its contents. To do so, tighten the retaining belt at the buckle.

Secure the ski bag in this way. If you fail to do so, it could endanger

occupants during braking or evasive maneuvers.<

Please be sure that the skis are clean before loading them into the bag. Be careful to avoid damage from sharp edges.

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If the cover in the cargo area is concealed by the pull-out cargo

floor, do not fold the larger rear back- rest down. If you do so, it will damage the cover.<

Folding rear backrests down Reach into the recess and pull forward, refer to arrow.

When you fold back the backrest, be sure that the catch engages

securely. The red warning indicator dis- appears in the recess when the catch is engaged. The center safety belt can be retracted only when the larger backrest is engaged.<

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Roll-up cover Pull out the roll-up cover and hook it into the brackets at the rear.

You can carry light objects such as items of clothing on the roll-up cover.

Do not place heavy or hard objects on the roll-up cover. If you

do so, they could already pose a dan- ger to vehicle occupants during braking or evasive maneuvers. Do not allow the roll-up cover to snap back, as otherwise it could be dam- aged.<

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Removing roll-up cover 1. Unlock the case with the button,

refer to arrow 1, lift it out of the bracket on the side and hold it in place on the opposite side with the other hand

2. Then push the case toward the side window, refer to arrow 2. This pulls it out of the second bracket and it can be removed.

Installation Lay the case in the two side brackets and then press down until it engages.

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Partition net* 1. Remove the bag with the partition

net from the retainer by releasing the hooks from the lashing eyes on both sides

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2. Remove the partition net from the bag, unroll it half way and hook it into the retaining strap on both sides, refer to arrow

Note how the partition net is stored in the bag and secured in

the vehicle so that you can return everything to its proper place again after use. If your vehicle has a pull-out cargo floor, observe the note on page 128.<

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3. Slide back the covers on the retain- ers for the partition net on both sides of the roof, refer to arrow

4. Insert the curved ends of the parti- tion net rod in the retainers on both sides

5. Now you can slide the covers toward the front again, refer to arrow

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6. Pull down the partition net downward on both sides by the loop, refer to arrow, and hook the hook into the eye on the backrest

The case with the roll-up cover is not shown in the illustration. With

the case removed it is easier to hook the hooks of the partition net onto the backrest.<

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7. When the rear backrests are folded down, you can unhook the partition net from the retaining straps, com- pletely unroll it, insert it in the front retainers on the roof and attach the three hooks into the eyes on the backrests. The illustration shows securing at the bottom right as an example.

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Side covers Pull the handle to open the side covers.

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Floor cover To access the spare wheel.

To open: press the recess in the han- dle, refer to arrow, and raise the cover with the handle.

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128nCargo area

Folding floor cover up Disengage the loop end on the lower side of the floor cover and hook it in with the catch no the upper frame of the liftgate cutout.

Before swinging down the floor cover, reengage the loop end in the retainer on the underside of the floor cover.

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Power outlets When you fold the cover caps up, you have access to additional power out- lets.

You can use the power outlets for flash- lights, car vacuum cleaners or other automotive appliances with up to approx. 200 watts at 12 volts. Avoid damage to the socket caused by insert- ing plugs of a different shape or size.

Also refer to page 121.

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Pull-out cargo floor* To release, pull the handle recess upward. Then pull the floor out.

Do not drive when the cargo floor is pulled out.

Do not release the cargo floor on steep grades. If you do, it could extend auto- matically and cause personal injuries. A load which is not properly secured could begin to slide if the floor extends automatically and then drop to the ground as a result of the rapid braking of the cargo floor at the limit stop.<

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When it is extended, you can load the cargo floor:

>With up to 990 Ibs./450 kg, distrib- uted evenly across the entire surface

>With up to 330 Ibs./150 kg on the rear edge.

Do not overload the cargo oor when it is extended. If you do so, it

could cause damage. When you slide the cargo floor back in, do not grasp it on the bottom. If you do so, there is a risk of personal injury.< Raising cargo floor

For access to the spare wheel or other stored items:

Swing the cargo floor up and secure it with the rod, refer to illustration.

If your vehicle has a partition net: Take the bag with the partition net

out of the retainer, refer to page 125, before you raise the cargo floor panel. Otherwise, the bag could slide down- ward.<

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130nCargo loading

To avoid loading the tires beyond their approved carrying capacity,

never overload the vehicle. Overloading can lead to overheating and increases the rate at which damage develops inside the tires. The ultimate result can assume the form of a sudden air loss.<

Determining loading limit 1. Locate the following statement on

your vehicle's placard*:

The combined weight of occu- pants and cargo should never

exceed XXX lbs. or YYY kg, as other- wise the vehicle may be damaged and unstable driving conditions may result.<

2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle

3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX lbs. or YYY kg

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4. The resulting figure equals the avail- able amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the XXX amount equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lbs. passengers in your vehi- cle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs.: 1,400 Ibs. minus 750 Ibs. = 650 Ibs.

5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4

6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be trans- ferred to your vehicle. Consult the manual for transporting a trailer to determine how this may reduce the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle.

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Load:

The permitted load is the total of the weight of occupants and cargo/lug- gage. The greater the weight of occu- pants, the less cargo/luggage can be transported.

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Stowing cargo >Position heavy cargo as far forward

as possible directly behind the back- rests and as low as possible

>Cover sharp edges and corners >Do not pile objects higher than the

top edge of the backrest >Fasten the partition net, refer to

page 125, and ensure that carried items cannot pass through the parti- tion net

> If you are transporting very heavy loads when the rear seat is not occu- pied, secure the outer safety belts in the opposite buckles.

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Securing cargo >Secure smaller, light pieces with the

retaining straps or a luggage net*, or use elastic straps, refer to page 37

>Heavy-duty cargo straps* for secur- ing larger and heavier objects are available at your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center. The lashing eyes pro- vided at the corners of the cargo area serve for mounting these load-secur- ing devices

>Read and comply with the informa- tion enclosed with the load-securing devices.

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132nCargo loading Roof-mounted luggage rack*

Always position and secure the load as described above. If you do

not, it can even endanger the passen- gers during braking or evasive maneu- vers. Do not exceed the permissible gross vehicle weight and the permissible axle loads, refer to page 180. If you do, the operating safety of the vehicle is no longer ensured and you are in violation of the law. You should never transport heavy or hard objects unsecured in the passen- ger compartment, as they could fly around and pose a safety hazard to the vehicle's occupants even during abrupt braking or evasive maneuvers.<

A special rack system is available as an option for your BMW. Please comply with the precautions included with the installation instructions.

Mounting points Access to the mounting points: To fold up the cover, refer to arrow, please use the tool which is provided with the rack system.

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Cargo loading and driving hints Roof-mounted luggage racks raise the center of gravity of the vehicle when they are loaded. For this reason, they exercise a major effect on the vehicle's handling and steering response.

You should therefore always remember not to exceed the approved roof weight, the approved gross vehicle weight or the axle loads when loading the rack.

You will find the specifications under Technical data on page 180.

Make sure that the load is not too heavy, and attempt to distribute it evenly. Always load the heaviest pieces on the bottom. Be sure that adequate clearance is maintained for raising the panorama glass roof, and that objects do not project into the opening path of the liftgate.

Always ensure that roof-mounted loads are tightly secured, as loose

loads can shift or even fly off the roof, posing a serious hazard for following traffic.<

Drive smoothly. Avoid sudden accelera- tion and braking maneuvers. Take cor- ners gently.

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Overview

Controls and features

Operation, maintenance

Owner service procedures

Index

Technical data

Mainte-

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To ensure that your vehicle provides maximum economy throughout a long service life, we request that you observe the following instructions.

Engine and differential Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km: Drive at varying engine speeds and road speeds, but do not exceed 4,500 rpm and the following road speeds during this initial period:

6-cylinder engines: 100 mph/160 km/h 8-cylinder engines: 106 mph/170 km/h

Obey your local and state maximum speed limits.

Avoid full-throttle operation and use of the transmission's kickdown mode dur- ing these initial miles.

Once you have driven 1,200 miles/ 2,000 km, the engine and vehicle speeds can be gradually increased.

Tires Due to technical factors associated with their manufacture, tires do not achieve their full traction potential until after an initial break-in period. There- fore, drive reservedly during the first 200 miles/300 km.

Obey your local and state maximum speed limits.

When the vehicle is operated on wet or slushy roads, a wedge of

water may form between the tire and the road surface. This phenomenon is referred to as hydroplaning and can lead to partial or complete loss of trac- tion, vehicle control and braking effec- tiveness. Reduce your speed on wet roads.<

Brake system Brakes require an initial break-in period of approx. 300 miles/500 km to achieve optimal contact and wear patterns between brake pads and rotors.

To break in the separate handbrake drums, apply the handbrake lightly when coasting to a standstill at a traffic signal, for instance, provided that traffic conditions allow you to do so. To avoid corrosion, repeat this proce- dure from time to time.

The brake lamps do not light up when the handbrake is applied.

Vacuum for the brake system servo unit on your BMW is available only when the engine is running. When you move the vehicle with the engine switched off, when towing, for instance, substan- tially higher levels of pedal force will be required to brake the vehicle.<

Clutch The function of the clutch is only at its optimized level after a distance driven of approx. 300 miles/500 km. During this break-in period, engage the clutch gently.

Following component replacements Observe the break-in instructions again if previously addressed components must be replaced again during driving later.

Break-in procedures

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Driving your X5

On bad roads When you are driving on bad roads, there are a few points which you should strictly observe for your own safety, for that of your passengers, and for the safety of the vehicle:

Driving on unpaved terrain can cause damage to the vehicle.<

>Always adapt the driving speed to the road conditions. The rougher or steeper the road surface is, the lower the speed should be

>You can operate your vehicle on uphill and downhill gradients with a maximum slope of 50%. If you want to drive on uphill or downhill gradi- ents of this kind, make sure before- hand that the engine oil and coolant levels are near the max mark. Refer to pages 148 and 150. Use the HDC Hill Descent Control on steep downhill gradients, refer to page 96. It is possible to start off on gradients of up to 32%. The permitted side tilt is also 50%

>While driving, watch carefully for obstacles such as rocks or holes. Try to avoid these obstacles whenever possible

>Please note that, for example on crests and bumpy roads, the body can make ground contact. The ground clearance of the vehicle is: 8 in/200 mm with up to four persons 7 in/180 mm fully loaded, without

self-leveling suspension >Only drive through water up to a

maximum depth of 20 in/50 cm and only at walking speed, making sure not to stop in the process. After leaving the water, press on the footbrake gently several times while driving at a low speed. The brake applications will help to dry the brakes, thus preventing a reduction in braking performance caused by the moisture.

Back onto paved road In recommending that you observe the following points after driving on adverse road surfaces, it is not as a beauty treatment for your BMW. Instead, it is intended for the maintenance of driving safety:

>Clean the largest accumulations of dirt from the body and check the underbody for damage

>Clean mud, snow, ice etc. from the wheels and tires and check the wheels for damage

>Check to determine whether rocks, gravel or accumulations of dirt on the brake rotors and calipers could influ- ence braking performance. Remove all such foreign objects

> In order to clean the brake rotors, apply the footbrake gently several times while driving at a low speed. Be sure that following traffic is not endangered by this

>For cleaning the handbrake, apply the lever slightly at approx. 25 mph/ 40 km/h and continue to drive for approx. 200 yards/200 meters, pro- vided that traffic conditions allow you to do so.

138nGeneral driving notes

Hot exhaust system Extreme temperatures occur at the catalytic converter on this and

every catalyst-equipped vehicle. Do not remove the heat shields installed adja- cent to various sections of the exhaust system, and never apply undercoating to them. When driving, standing at idle and while parking take care to avoid possible contact between a hot exhaust system and any highly flammable mate- rials such as hay, leaves, grass etc. Such contact could lead to a fire, and with it the risk of serious property dam- age as well as personal injury.<

Parking vehicle Condensation forms in the air condi- tioner system during operation, and then exits under the vehicle. Traces of condensed water under the vehicle are thus normal.

Brakes Do not drive with your foot resting on the brake pedal. Even light but

consistent pedal pressure can lead to excessively high temperatures, brake wear and possibly even brake failure.<

Road hazards If road hazards, obstacles or curbs are unavoidable, only drive

over them very slowly and carefully, as otherwise the wheels and suspension parts, especially on vehicles fitted with low profile tires, can be damaged.<

For more information on wheels and tires, refer to page 143.

Before driving into a car wash Fold in the door mirrors, refer to page 54, as otherwise they could be damaged due to the width of the vehi- cle.

Hydroplaning When driving on wet or slushy roads, reduce road speed. If you

do not, a wedge of water can form between tires and road surface. This state can cause a partial or total loss of contact with the road surface, of brak- ing control and of control over the vehi- cle.<

Driving through water Do not drive through water on the road if it is deeper than 20 in/

50 cm, and then only at walking speed at the most. Otherwise, the vehicle's engine, the electrical systems and the transmission may be damaged.<

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Safe braking

Emergency stops You brake most effectively when you apply maximum pedal pressure in situa- tions requiring it: emergency stops. Since the vehicle maintains steering responsiveness, you can nevertheless avoid possible obstacles with a mini- mum of steering effort.

Pulsation at the brake pedal combined with sounds from the hydraulic circuits indicates to the driver that ABS is in its active mode.

Brake fluid level If the brake fluid level is too low and brake pedal travel has become longer, there may be a defect in one of the two brake system's hydraulic circuits.

Proceed to the nearest BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center.

Here increased pressure on the brake pedal may be required, and slight pull- ing to the side and longer braking dis- tances may result. Please remember to adapt your driving style accordingly.<

Disk brakes When the vehicle is driven only occa- sionally, during extended periods when the vehicle is not used at all, and in operating conditions where brake appli- cations are less frequent, there is an increased tendency for corrosion to form on rotors, while contaminants accumulate on the brake pads. This occurs because the minimal pressure which must be exerted by the pads dur- ing brake applications to clean the rotors is not reached.

If the brake rotors are corroded, they will tend to respond to braking with a pulsating effect which even extended application will fail to cure.

When driving in wet conditions and in heavy rain, it is advisable to apply light pressure to the brake pedal from time to time. Monitor traffic conditions to ensure that this maneuver does not endanger other road users. The heat generated in this process helps dry the pads and rotors to ensure that the brak- ing force is then immediately available when required.

Extended or steep mountain descents should be driven in the gear in which only minimal periodic brake application is required. This avoids excessive strain

on the brakes and possible impairment of the braking effect.

Do not coast with the clutch depressed or with the transmis-

sion or selector lever in neutral. Do not drive with the engine switched off. The engine provides no braking effect when the clutch is depressed or the transmis- sion is in neutral, and there is no power-assist for braking or steering when the engine is not running. BMW recommends having brake inspections performed at a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center only. If you do not, parts of the 4-wheel drive system could be damaged. Never allow floor mats, carpets or any other objects to protrude into the area around the accelerator, clutch and brake pedals and obstruct their move- ment.<

Brake pads For your own safety: use only brake pads that BMW has

released for your particular vehicle model. BMW cannot evaluate non- approved brake pads to determine if they are suited for use, and therefore cannot ensure the operating safety of the vehicle if they are installed.<

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Information for your safety It is not merely the tire's service life, but also driving comfort and to a great extent driving safety that depend on the condition of the tires and the main- tenance of the specified tire pressure.

Check the tire inflation pressure regularly, including on the spare

wheel: at least every two weeks and before beginning a longer trip. If this is not done, incorrect tire pressures can cause driving instability and tire dam- age, ultimately resulting in an accident. Do not drive with a depressurized, i.e. flat, tire. A flat tire greatly impairs steer- ing and braking response, and can lead to complete loss of control over the vehicle.<

Checking inflation pressure Only check tire inflation pressure when the tires are cold. i.e. after driving a maximum of 1.25 miles/2 km or when the vehicle has been parked for at least 2 hours. When tires are warm, the tire inflation pressure increases.

Inflation pressure for original equipment tires You will find tire inflation pressures on the inside door pillar.

Inflation pressure for other tire sizes The table on the next page provides the correct inflation pressures for tires at ambient temperature, in psi/kilopascal.

After correcting the inflation pres- sure(s), always reinitialize the Flat

Tire Monitor, refer to page 100.<

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Tire inflation pressure

BMW Tires

All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/ kilopascal with cold tires, cold = ambient temperature

X5 3.0i X5 4.4i

235/65 R 17 104 H M+S 255/55 R 18 105 H, V M+S 255/55 R 18 105 V 235/65 R 17 104 Q M+S 255/55 R 18 105 Q M+S

32/220 32/220 32/220 39/270

Front: 255/50 R 19 103 V Rear: 285/45 R 19 107 V Front: 275/40 R 20 102 W Rear: 315/35 R 20 106 W

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X5 4.8is 255/55 R 18 105 Q M+S Front: 275/40 R 20 102 W Rear: 315/35 R 20 106 W

32/220 32/220

35/240

35/240

33/230 33/230

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39/270 You will find additional information on permissible loads and weights on page 180.

142nTire identification marks

Knowledge of the labeling on the side of the tire makes it easier to identify and choose the right tires.

Tire size

Speed code letter:

Q = up to 105 mph/160 km/h T = up to 118 mph/190 km/h H = up to 131 mph/210 km/h V = up to 150 mph/240 km/h W = up to 167 mph/270 km/h

Tire Identification Number Tires with DOT codes meet the guide- lines of the U.S. Department of Trans- port.

e.g.

Nominal width in mm

Cross-sectional relationship in X

Belted construction radial

Rim diameter in inches

Load index, not with ZR tires

Speed code letter, with ZR tires before the R

235/65 R 17 104 H

DOT code:

Tire age The manufacturer of your BMW recom- mends that all tires, i.e. including the spare wheel, be replaced regardless of the actual wear after 6 years at the lat- est.

The tire's date of manufacture is indi- cated on the sidewall: DOT ... 3603 indicates that the tire was manufactured in week 36 of 2003.

Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example:

e.g.

Manufacturer's code for tire brand

Tire size and tire model

Tire age

DOT xxxx xxx 3603

DOT quality grades Tread wear

Traction AA A B C

Temperature A B C

All passenger car tires must con- form to Federal Safety Require-

ments in addition to these grades.<

Tread wear The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled condi- tions on a specified government test course.

For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half, 1g, times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual condi- tions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road char- acteristics and climate.

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Tire identification marks Wheel/tire condition

Traction The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.

Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on speci- fied government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.

The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-

ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction charac- teristics.<

Temperature The temperature grades are A, the highest, B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled condi- tions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.

Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive tem- perature can lead to a sudden flat tire. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.

The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is

properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible a tire failure.<

M+S Winter and all-season tires. These have better winter properties than summer tires.

Wheel/tire damage Inspect your wheels and tires frequently for tread wear, signs of damage and for foreign objects lodged in the tread. Check the tread pattern depth.

Due to low-profile tires, please note that wheels, tires and sus-

pension parts are more susceptible to road hazard and consequential dam- ages. Unusual vibrations encountered during normal vehicle operation can indicate tire failure or some other vehi- cle defect. This can, for example, be caused by driving over curbs. This is also true for irregularities in the vehi- cle's handling characteristics, such as a pronounced tendency to pull to the left or right. Should this occur, respond by immediately reducing your speed. Carefully proceed or have your vehi- cle towed to the nearest BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center or tire dealer to have the wheels or tires inspected. Tire damage, extending to sudden and complete loss of pressure in extreme cases, can pose a potentially lethal safety hazard for the vehicle's occu- pants and other road users alike.<

144nWheel/tire condition Replacing wheels/tires

Tire tread The tread depth should not fall below e in/3 mm.

At tread depths below e in/3 mm there is an increased risk of high-speed hydroplaning, even when only small amounts of water are present on the road surface.

As winter tires display a noticeable loss in their ability to cope with cold- weather driving conditions once the tread wears to below k/K in/4 mm, to ensure continued safety you should always have such tires replaced.

Wear indicators at the tread-groove base, arrow, are distributed over the tire's circumference and are marked on the side of the tire with TWI Tread Wear Indicator. These indicators signal at a tread depth of k/FK in/1.6 mm that the legally permitted wear limit has been reached.

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Unprofessional attempts by lay- men to service tires can lead to

damage and accidents. Have this work performed by skilled professionals only. The technicians at your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle cen- ter will be glad to assist you with the required professional knowledge and specialized equipment.<

The correct wheel and tire combination also affects various systems whose function would otherwise be impaired, e.g. ABS, DSC, xDrive.

Have the wheel and tire assemblies bal- anced every time either a wheel or a tire is replaced.

BMW does not recommend the use of retread tires, as otherwise

driving safety may be reduced. Possible variations in the design and the age which could be substantial of the car- casses can lead to unusually rapid wear.<

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Replacing wheels/tires Snow chains*

The right wheels and tires BMW recommends that you use only wheel and tire combinations

that BMW has tested and approved for your particular vehicle. Variations in factors such as manufacturing toler- ances mean that even wheels and tires with identical official size ratings could actually have different dimensions than the approved units these differences could lead to body contact, and with it the risk of severe accidents. If non- approved wheels and tires are used, BMW cannot evaluate their suitability, and therefore cannot be held liable for driving safety.<

To maintain good handling and vehicle response, use only tires of a single tread configuration from a single manu- facturer. After a flat tire, always remem- ber to have the original wheel and tire combination remounted on the vehicle as soon as possible.

Special features of winter tires BMW recommends winter tires for use in cold winter driving conditions. Although all-season M+S tires provide better winter traction than summer tires, they generally fail to provide the

same levels of cold-weather perfor- mance as winter tires.

When switching to winter tires, observe the description under Tire condition, page 143, and Replacing wheels/tires.

Observing speed ratings:

Never exceed the maximum speed for which the winter tires

are rated. Unprofessional attempts by laymen to service tires can lead to dam- age and accidents. Have this work per- formed by skilled professionals only. The technicians at your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center will be glad to assist you with the required profes- sional knowledge and specialized equipment.<

Storage Store wheels or tires in a cool, dry place, protecting them against light whenever possible. Always protect tires against all contact with oil, grease and fuels. Do not exceed the maximum tire infla- tion pressure indicated on the side wall of the tire.

Only certain snow chains have been tested by BMW and classified and approved as safe. Consult your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center for details. BMW recommends only using these approved, narrow-link snow chains. Use is only permitted in pairs on the rear wheels with the following tire sizes:

X5 4.8is: 255/55 R 18 All other models: 235/65 R 17

Observe the manufacturer's instruc- tions when installing snow chains. Do not exceed a maximum speed of 30 mph/50 km/h.

After mounting snow chains, do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor.

When you are driving with snow chains, it can be beneficial to switch off DSC briefly, refer to page 95.<

146nHood

Unlocking Pull the lever located under the left side of the instrument cluster.

Never attempt to perform any ser- vice or repair operations on your

vehicle without the required profes- sional technical training. If you are not familiar with the regulations to be observed, only have work on your vehi- cle carried out by a BMW Sports Activ- ity Vehicle center or a workshop that uses personnel trained in accordance with BMW requirements. If this work is not carried out properly, there is a dan- ger of subsequent damage and related safety hazards.<

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Opening Pull the release handle and open the hood.

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Closing Allow the hood to fall from a height of about 12 in/30 cm so that it audibly engages.

Observe the same precautions that apply to all closing operations

by ensuring that the hood's travel range is clear and unobstructed before allow- ing the hood to fall into position. If it is determined that the hood is not completely closed while driving, stop immediately and close it securely.<

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1 Engine oil dipstick 148

2 Brake fluid reservoir, located beneath the microfilter cover 151

3 Auxiliary terminal for jump- starting 171

4 Coolant expansion tank 150

5 Engine oil filler neck 148

6 Reservoir for windshield and headlamp washer system 148

Engine compartment essentials

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148nWasher fluid Engine oil

Windshield and headlamp washer system Approximate capacity is 8.2 quarts/ 7.8 liters.

Fill with water and if required with the addition of a washer antifreeze, according to manufacturer's recom- mendations.

We recommend that you mix the washer uid before adding it to

the reservoir.<

Antifreeze agent for the washer systems is inflammable. For this

reason, keep it away from sources of flame and store it only in its original containers. Store it so that it is inacces- sible to children. Comply with the instructions on the containers.<

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Checking oil level 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface 2. Switch the engine off after it has

reached normal operating tempera- ture

3. After approx. 5 minutes, pull the dip- stick out and wipe it off with a clean lint-free cloth, paper towel, or similar material

4. Push the dipstick carefully all the way into the guide tube and pull it out again

5. The oil level should be in between the two marks on the dipstick.

As with fuel economy, oil consumption is directly influenced by your driving style and vehicle operating conditions.

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The oil volume between the two marks on the dipstick corresponds to approx. 1.1 US quarts/1 liter. Do not fill beyond the upper mark on the dipstick. Excess oil will damage the engine.

X5 4.8is: With a very sporty driving style, the engine oil level should be at the upper mark on the dipstick.

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Engine oil

Adding engine oil Wait until the level has dropped to just above the lower mark before adding oil.

Continuous exposure to used oil has caused cancer in laboratory

testing. For this reason, any skin areas that come into contact with oil should be thoroughly washed with soap and water. Always store oils, grease and similar materials so that they are inaccessible to children. Comply with warning labels and information on containers.<

Comply with the applicable envi- ronmental laws regulating the dis-

posal of used oil.<

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Specified engine oils The quality of the engine oil selected has critical significance for the opera- tion and service life of an engine. Based on extensive testing, BMW has approved only certain engine oils.

Use only approved BMW High Perfor- mance Synthetic Oil.

If you are unable to obtain BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil, you can add small amounts of synthetic oil in between oil changes. Use only oils with the API SH specification or higher.

Ask your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center for details concern-

ing the specific BMW High Perfor- mance Synthetic Oil or synthetic oils which have been approved.<

You can also call BMW of North Amer- ica at 1-800-831-1117 or visit this web- site: www.bmwusa.com to obtain this information.

BMW engines are designed to operate without additives, and

their use could even lead to damage in some cases.<

Viscosity ratings Viscosity is the oil flow rating as estab- lished in SAE classes.

The selection of the correct SAE class depends on the climatic conditions in the area where you typically drive your BMW.

Approved oils are in SAE classes 5W-40 and 5W-30.<

These oils may be used for driving in all ambient temperatures.

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Do not add coolant to the cooling system when the engine is hot.

Escaping coolant can cause burns.<

Coolant consists of water and coolant additive. Not all commercially available additives are suitable for your BMW. Ask your BMW Sport Activity Vehicle center for suitable additives.

Only use suitable additives, as otherwise engine damage may

result. The additives present a health hazard.<

Always observe all applicable environmental rules and regula-

tions when disposing of used coolant additives.<

Checking coolant level 1. The engine must be at ambient tem-

perature 2. Start by turning the cap of the expan-

sion tank counter-clockwise. Pause to allow any accumulated pressure to escape, then open

3. The coolant level is correct when the end of the red float is aligned with the upper edge of the filler opening, refer to the arrow in the illustration, or max. 0.8 in/2 cm higher, i. e. up to the mark on the float, refer also to the schematic diagram, next to the cap

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4. If the coolant is low, slowly add cool- ant up to the specified level do not overfill

5. Twist closed the cap and tighten firmly

6. Have the reason for the coolant loss eliminated as soon as possible.

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Brake fluid

Brake fluid level If the warning lamp lights up or the message "CHECK BRAKE FLUID" appears in the Check Control: stop immedi- ately. The brake fluid in the res- ervoir has fallen to below the

minimum level.

Add brake fluid The brake fluid reservoir is located under the microfilter housing trim panel on the driver's side of the vehicle. For adding brake fluid or for determining and correcting the cause of brake fluid loss, consult your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center. Your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center is familiar with the specifications for factory-approved DOT 4 brake fluids.

Brake fluid loss may result in extended brake pedal travel. For this situation, refer to the notes on page 139.

Brake fluid is hygroscopic, that is, it absorbs moisture from the air

over time. In order to ensure the safety and reli- ability of the brake system, have the brake fluid changed every two years by a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center. Refer also to the Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or the Warranty and Service Guide Book- let for Canadian models. Brake fluid is toxic and also damages vehicle paintwork. Always store these agents in tightly-closed original con- tainers kept well away from the reach of children. Do not spill the fluid and do not refill the brake fluid reservoir to beyond the MAX mark. The brake fluid could ignite upon contact with hot engine parts and cause serious burns.<

Always observe all applicable environmental rules and regula-

tions when disposing of used brake fluid.<

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The BMW Maintenance System is designed in such a way that it reliably ensures the road safety and operating reliability of the vehicle, keeping the cost for you as low as possible.

Please keep in mind that regular main- tenance is not only necessary for the safety of your vehicle, but also plays a significant role in maintaining the resale value of the vehicle.

Service Interval Display Conventional systems rely solely on distance traveled to determine when service is due. The BMW Maintenance System, on the other hand, began many years ago to take the actual conditions under which the vehicle is driven into consideration. After all, different drivers

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can accumulate mileage in very differ- ent ways: From the point of view of maintenance, 62,000 miles/100,000 km accumulated in short-distance urban driving are not the equivalent of the same distance covered at moderate speeds in long- distance highway travel.

The BMW Maintenance System includes the Engine Oil Service and Inspections I and II.

Determining the maintenance intervals according to the actual loads on the vehicle covers every kind of operating situation. However, even those who drive only short distances, significantly less than 6,000 miles/10,000 km annu- ally, should have the engine oil changed at least every 2 years since oil deterio- rates over time, regardless of use.

Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models/Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models For additional information on mainte- nance intervals and procedures, please refer to the Service and Warranty Infor- mation Booklet for US models or the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models.

As a precaution against corrosion, it is advisable to have the body checked for damage from rocks or gravel at the same time, depending upon operating conditions.

Have your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center do the mainte-

nance and repair. Be sure that all maintenance work is confirmed in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or the Warranty and Service Guide Book- let for Canadian models. These entries will constitute your proof that the vehicle has received regular maintenance. They are also required for warranty claims.<

Car care For all information on this subject, refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure.

The BMW Maintenance System

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Proposition 65 Warning California laws require us to state the following warning:

Engine exhaust and a wide variety of automobile components and

parts, including components found in the interior furnishings in a vehicle, con- tain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects and reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of com- ponent wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Battery posts, ter- minals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash your hands after handling. Used engine oil contains chemicals that have caused cancer in laboratory ani- mals. Always protect your skin by washing thoroughly with soap and water.<

Event Data Recorders Your vehicle may be equipped with one or more sensing and diagnostic mod- ules or a recording device capable of recording or transmitting certain vehicle data or information. In addition, if you have a Subscription Service Agreement for the BMW Assist system, certain vehicle information may be transmitted or recorded in order to provide such services.

The interface socket for the Onboard Diagnostic is located on the left of the driver's side at the bottom of the instru- ment cluster and under a cover. The cover has the letters OBD on it.

The purpose of the OBD system is to ensure proper operation of the emis- sion control system for the vehicle's lifetime. The system monitors emission- related components and systems for deterioration and malfunction.

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California laws OBD interface socket

154nOBD interface socket

An illuminated indicator lamp informs you of the need for ser- vice, not of the need to stop the

vehicle. However, the systems should be checked by your BMW Sports Activ- ity Vehicle center at the earliest possi- ble opportunity.

Display of the previously described malfunction on Cana- dian models.

Under certain conditions, the indicator lamp will blink or flash. This indicates a rather severe level of engine misfire. When this occurs, you should reduce speed and consult the nearest BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center as soon as possible. Severe engine misfire over only a short period of time can seriously damage emission control components, especially the catalytic converter.

When the filler cap is not properly tightened, the OBD system can

detect the vapor leak and the indicator lamp will light up. If the filler cap is sub- sequently tightened, the indicator lamp should go out within a few days.<

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Overview

Controls and features

Operation, maintenance

Owner service procedures

Index

Technical data

Repairs

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Under the cargo floor cover in a pocket.

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Front 1. Move the wiper to a fold-out posi-

tion, refer to page 71 2. Lift the wiper arm and press the

securing spring, refer to arrow 3. Pull the wiper blade off toward the

wiper arm 4. Insert the new blade and snap it into

place.

Fold the wipers back down onto the windshield before you turn the

ignition key to position 1 or 2 again. If you do not, they could be damaged.<

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Rear 1. Hold the wiper blade on the window

and remove/unclip the wiper arm at the articulated joint, refer to arrow

2. Insert a new wiper blade and press it on/clip it into the wiper arm.

Use only wiper blades approved by BMW.<

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Onboard tool kit Windshield wiper blades

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Lamps and bulbs

The lamps and bulbs make essential contributions to the safety of your vehi- cle. For this reason, follow the instruc- tions below carefully when replacing a bulb. If you are not familiar with any of the procedures, consult your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center.

Never touch the glass on new bulbs with your bare fingers, as

even minute amounts of contamination will burn into the bulb's surface and reduce its service life. Use a clean cloth, paper napkin, or a similar mate- rial, or hold the bulb by its metallic base.<

A replacement bulb set is available from your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle cen- ter.

To prevent short circuits, before working on any electrical system,

equipment or accessory you should always switch it off and disconnect the cable from the battery's negative termi- nal before starting. To avoid possible injury or equipment damage when changing bulbs, observe any instructions provided by the bulb manufacturer.<

Releasing lamp cover The illustration shows the right-hand side of the engine compartment.

1 Halogen low beams Turn cover cap to left, refer to arrow

2 High beams and parking lamps Press tab downward, refer to arrow

For checking and adjusting head- lamp aim, please contact your

BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center.<

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1 Halogen low beams H7 bulb, 55 watts

The bulb is pressurized. There- fore, wear safety glasses and pro-

tective gloves. Failure to comply with this precaution could lead to injury if the bulb is accidentally damaged during replacement.<

1. Remove the cover 2. Turn the bulb holder to the left and

remove 3. Pull bulb out of bulb holder by base

and replace.

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2 Halogen high beams H1 bulb, 55 watts

The bulb is pressurized. There- fore, wear safety glasses and pro-

tective gloves. Failure to comply with this precaution could lead to injury if the bulb is accidentally damaged during replacement.<

1. Remove the cover 2. Disconnect the plug 3. Unhook wire spring 4. Remove and replace the bulb.

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3 Parking and roadside parking lamps 10 watt bulb: H 10 W

1. Remove the cover 2. Disconnect the plug 3. Turn reflector module with bulb to

left and remove 4. Replace module with bulb.

Xenon lamps* The operating life of these lamp units is extremely long and the likelihood of fail- ure very low, provided that they are not switched on and off a very great num- ber of times. If one of these bulbs should nevertheless fail, it is possible to continue driving with great caution using the fog lamps, provided traffic laws in your area do not prohibit this.

To avoid risk of potentially fatal injuries: owing to the extremely

high voltages at which these units oper- ate, service work should always be entrusted to qualified personnel.<

Front turn signals/side-marker lamps S 8 bulb

Please contact a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center in case of a malfunction.

Side turn signals 5 watt bulb: W 5 W or WY 5 W* 1. Use finger pressure against the rear

end of the lamp, refer to arrow, to press it forward for removal

2. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while turning it to the left and pull it out

3. Replace the bulb.

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Lamps and bulbs

Front fog lamps H11 bulb, 55 watts

The bulb is pressurized. There- fore, wear safety glasses and pro-

tective gloves. Failure to comply with this precaution could lead to injury if the bulb is accidentally damaged during replacement.<

1. Pull the cover in front of the fog lamp forward

2. Loosen the two screws, refer to arrows, and remove the fog lamp. When pulling out, overcome initial resistance and turn the headlamp somewhat to the left

3. Pull the cable connector off the bulb 4. Turn the bulb to the left and remove

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5. Insert a new bulb in the headlamp and turn at far to the right as possible

6. Connect the plug connector to the bulb, ensuring proper engagement.

Tail lamps 21 watt bulbs: P 21 W or PY 21 W*, recommendation: BMW special bulbs with neutral coloration

1 Turn signal

2 Rear lamp/side marker lamp

3 Backup lamps

4 Brake lamp

5 Reflector

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Lamps in the side panel:

1. Open the cover in the side panel 2. Lift the side panel if necessary 3. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb

holder while turning it to the left for removal and replacement

4. Remove the bulb.

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Lamps in the tailgate:

1. Unclip the trim panel in the tailgate with a screwdriver

2. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb holder while turning it to the left for removal and replacement

3. Remove the bulb.

Center brake lamp LED strip in the rear spoiler: please contact a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center in case of a malfunction.

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License plate lamps 5 watt bulb

1. Press the lamp out to the side with a screwdriver

2. Remove the lamp and replace the bulb.

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Lamps and bulbs Changing a tire

Light-emitting diodes LEDs Light-emitting diodes installed behind translucent lenses serve as the light source for many of the controls and dis- plays in your vehicle. The concept behind their operation is related to that employed for lasers.

Do not remove the covers, and never stare into the unfiltered light

several hours, as irritation of the iris could result.<

Safety precautions to observe in the event of a flat and during all

tire changes: Park the vehicle as far as possible from passing traffic. Park on a firm, flat, sur- face. Switch on the hazard warning flashers. Turn the steering wheel to the straight- ahead position, remove the key and engage the steering lock. Shift into 1st or reverse, selector lever in Park with automatic transmission, and engage the handbrake. All passengers should be outside the vehicle and well away from your imme- diate working area, behind a guardrail, for instance. If a warning triangle or portable hazard warning lamp is required, set it up on the roadside at an appropriate distance from the rear of the vehicle. Comply with all safety guidelines and regula- tions. Change the wheel only on a level, firm surface which is not slippery. The vehi- cle or the jack could slip to the side if you attempt to raise the vehicle on a soft or slippery surface such as snow, ice, tiles, etc.

Position the jack on a firm support sur- face. Do not place wooden blocks or similar objects under the jack. If this is done, the jack might not be able to reach its full support capacity because of the limited height. To avoid serious or fatal injury: never lie under the vehicle, and never start the engine while it is sup- ported by the jack.<

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What you will need In order to avoid rattling noises later, note the position of the tools when you remove them and return them to their original position when you are through using them.

>Two wedges wheel chocks Open the liftgate and tailgate. Raise floor panel flap or pull-out cargo-area floor panel extension, refer to pages 127, 128, 129. Remove the chocks, refer to arrow, next to the spare tire

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>Lug wrench Located beside the spare wheel

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>Handle for the jack Remove from its holder

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Changing a wheel

>Jack Unhook the rubber band, refer to arrow, and take out the jack. When you have completed work, screw the jack all the way back down, remove the handle and insert it into its holder.

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Removal aid for spare wheel By using this device, you do not have to lift the spare wheel out of the recess by hand. Its task is to help you to move the wheel onto the tailgate, from where you can easily lift it off.

1. Close the tailgate again 2. Grasp the handle of the removal aid

behind the spare wheel with both hands and pull upward over the tail- gate, refer to arrow

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3. Hook both buckles into the latch of the tailgate, refer to arrow; the tail- gate is released

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4. Remove the support rod from the bracket

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5. Press the tailgate down and hold it there. The spare wheel is now pulled by means of the removal aid onto the tailgate

Hold the tailgate in the opened position and do not allow it to

retract sharply upward. If you do so, there is a risk of personal injury and vehicle damage.<

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Changing a wheel

6. Insert the support rod in the tailgate lock and press down until it engages, refer to arrow 1; then lock hook of rod in striker, refer to arrow 2

Be sure that the support rod is locked firmly in place. If you fail to

do so, the tailgate could move upward quickly and cause personal injury and vehicle damage.<

7. You can now release the locked tail- gate and take the spare wheel down from the tailgate. It is recommended that you leave the tailgate locked into place until you have completed the wheel change and placed the wheel with the defective tire into the removal aid.

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Procedure 1. Read carefully and comply with the

safety precautions on page 163 2. Secure the vehicle to prevent it from

rolling: Place the wedges chocks behind the wheels on the side opposite the side you are lifting. If the vehicle is parked on a downward slope, place the wedges securely in front of the wheels. If the wheel must be changed on a surface with a more severe slope, take additional precau- tions to secure the vehicle from roll- ing

3. Loosen the lug bolts 1/2-turn 4. Insert the jack handle into the jack,

refer to the illustration in the next col- umn

5. Position the jack at the jacking point closest to the flat tire so that the jack base is vertically below the jacking point and the entire surface of the head of the jack will move into the square recess of the jacking point, refer to the illustration detail, when the jack is cranked

6. Jack the vehicle up until the wheel you are changing is raised from the ground

7. Unscrew the lug bolts and remove the wheel

8. Remove accumulations of mud or dirt from the mounting surfaces of the wheel and hub. Clean the lug bolts

9. Position the spare wheel. Secure the wheel by turning at least two lug bolts into opposite bolt holes

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10. Screw in the remaining lug bolts. Tighten all the bolts securely in a diagonal pattern

11. Lower the jack and remove it from beneath the vehicle

12. Tighten the lug bolts in a diagonal pattern

13. Check and correct the tire inflation pressure at the earliest opportunity. After mounting the spare wheel or correcting the inflation pressure, reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor, refer to page 100.

Protect valve stems and valves from dirt using screw-on valve stem caps. Dirt in the valve stems frequently leads to slow leaks.

The vehicle jack is designed for changing wheels only. Do not

attempt to raise another vehicle model with it or to raise any load of any kind. To do so could cause accidents and personal injury. To ensure safety, always have the lug bolts checked with a calibrated torque wrench as soon as possible to ensure that they are tightened to the speci- fied torque. The tightening torque is 101 lb-ft/140 Nm.<

Store the wheel and the tools in the order opposite that for removal.

Before removing the support rod, be sure that the tailgate is held

down firmly. If you fail to do so, it could retract sharply upward and cause per- sonal injury and vehicle damage. After you remove the rod, close the tail- gate carefully. Continue to hold it firmly until it is completely closed.<

If light-alloy wheels other than Genuine BMW light-alloy wheels have been mounted, it may be necessary to use different lug bolts for those wheels.

Replace the defective tire as soon as possible and have the new wheel/tire balanced.

Driving with spare wheel Do not exceed a speed of 130 mph/210 km/h, as otherwise

accidents may occur due to tire dam- age.<

With certain wheel-and-tire com- binations the size of the spare

wheel differs from that of the other wheels. However, to restore the original state, the normal wheel should be remounted as soon as possible.<

Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead

and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling.<

Battery care The battery is maintenance-free, that is, the original electrolyte will normally last for the service life of the battery under moderate climatic conditions. Your BMW Sport Activity Vehicle center will be glad to advise in all matters con- cerning the battery.

Charging battery Only charge the battery in the vehicle via the terminals in the engine compart- ment with the engine off. For correct connections, refer to Jump-starting on page 171.

Disposal Following replacement, have old batteries disposed of by your

BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center or hand them in to a recycling center. Maintain the battery in an upright posi- tion for transport and storage. Always restrain the battery to prevent it from tipping over during transport.<

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Battery Fuses

Power failure Following a temporary power failure, e.g. in the case of a flat battery, some equipment is subject to restricted use and must be reinitialized. Individual set- tings are also lost and must be updated again:

>Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory The position must be newly stored, refer to page 50

>Time and date Have to be updated, refer to page 84

>Activation time for independent venti- lation Must be updated again, refer to page 86.

In glove compartment Open the fuse cover in the glove com- partment at the recesses on the right and left.

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In cargo area Open the right cover by pulling the han- dle.

Never attempt to repair a blown fuse, and do not replace a defec-

tive fuse with a substitute of another color or amperage rating, as this could lead to a circuit overload, ultimately resulting in a fire in the vehicle.<

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The Roadside Assistance of the BMW Group offers you assistance in the event of a breakdown around the clock, also at weekends and on public holi- days.

The phone numbers of the Roadside Assistance control center in your home country can be found in the BMW Dealer Directory.

In the case of vehicles with the corre- sponding equipment, you can use buttons in the headlining to contact Roadside Assistance or initiate an emergency call.

When the emergency call is initiated, a telephone connection is established to the BMW Assist response center.

If the current location of your vehicle can be determined with vehicles with an activated BMW Assist, it will be transmitted to the BMW Assist response center.

The condition for initiating an emer- gency call or contacting Roadside Assistance:

> Ignition key from position 1 >The car phone is logged on to a

mobile telephone network >The emergency call system is opera-

ble.

1 Initiating an emergency call 2 Establishing contact to Roadside

Assistance

Initiating an emergency call* Press button 1 for at least 2 seconds. The indicator lamp in the button lights up. As soon as the voice connection to the BMW Assist response center has been established, the indicator lamp flashes. If the indicator lamp flashes, but you are unable to hear the emer- gency call center, you can still be heard by the emergency call center.

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For technical reasons, the emer- gency call cannot be guaranteed

under the most unfavorable condi- tions.<

Under certain conditions, an emer- gency call is initiated automatically immediately after a severe accident. The automatic emergency call is not affected by the button being pressed.

Roadside Assistance* Press button 2 for at least 2 seconds.

With the BMW Assist activated, the cur- rent location of your vehicle will be transmitted in the specific country.

Receiving assistance

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Jump-starting

When your battery is discharged you can used two jumper cables to start your vehicle with power from the bat- tery in a second vehicle. You can also use the same method to help start another vehicle. Use only jumper cables with fully-insulated clamp handles.

To avoid the risk of potentially fatal injury, always avoid all con-

tact with electrical components while the engine is running. Carefully observe the following instructions to avoid per- sonal injury and/or damage to one or both vehicles.<

Preparing 1. Check whether the battery of the

other vehicle has a voltage of 12 Volts and approximately the same capacitance in Ah. This information can be found on the battery

2. Switch off the engine of the support vehicle

3. Switch off any electrical systems and components in both vehicles.

Ensure that no contact exists between the bodywork on the two

vehicles, otherwise there is a danger of short circuits.<

Connecting jumper cables To avoid personal injury from sparks, always observe this

sequence when connecting jumper cables.<

On your BMW the so-called jump-start connection point in the engine com- partment acts as the battery positive terminal, also refer to the engine com- partment overview on page 147. The cover cap is marked with +.

1. Fold up the cap of the BMW auxiliary terminal for jump-starting, refer to arrow

2. Connect one terminal clamp of the positive/+ jumper cable to the posi- tive terminal of the battery or an aux- iliary terminal for jump-starting of the vehicle providing starting assistance

3. Connect the second terminal clamp of the positive/+ jumper cable to the positive terminal of the battery or to an auxiliary terminal for jump-starting of the vehicle to be started

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Your BMW is equipped with a special nut on the left side panel as a body ground or negative terminal, refer to arrow in illustration.

4. Attach one end of the negative/ jumper cable to the negative terminal of the battery or to an engine or body ground of the vehicle providing assistance

5. Connect the second terminal clamp of the negative/ jumper cable to the negative terminal of the battery or to the engine or body ground of the vehicle to be started.

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Starting engine 1. Start the engine on the support vehi-

cle and allow it to run for several minutes at a fast idle

2. Start the engine on the other vehicle in the usual way. If the first start attempt is not suc- cessful, wait a few minutes before another attempt in order to allow the discharged battery to recharge

3. Let the engines run for a few minutes 4. Disconnect the jumper cables by

reversing the connection sequence.

Depending on the cause of the fault, have the battery recharged by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center.

Never use spray fluids to start the engine.<

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Towing and tow-starting vehicle

Using tow fitting The screw-in tow fitting is stored beneath the cargo floor cover. Carry it with you at all times. It can be screwed in at the front or rear of the vehicle.

To prevent damage to the tow fit- ting and the vehicle, observe the

following: only use the tow fitting that comes with the vehicle and screw it in as far as it will go. Only use the tow fit- ting to tow on roads. Avoid lateral load- ing of the tow fitting, e.g. do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting.<

Access to screw thread Front: Use a screwdriver to press the right or left cover out, refer to arrows.

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Rear: Pull the cover off.

Being towed Make sure that the ignition key is in position 1, as otherwise the

steering lock will engage, making it impossible to steer the vehicle. When the engine is stopped, there is no power assist. This requires increased braking and steering effort.<

Switch on the hazard warning flashers depending on the local regulations. If the electrical system fails, mark the vehicle to be towed, e.g. with a sign or warning triangle in the rear window.

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Do not exceed a towing speed of 30 mph/50 km/h and a towing dis-

tance of 95 miles/150 km, as otherwise the drive train may be damaged.<

Vehicles with manual transmission: Gearshift lever in idle position.

Vehicles with automatic transmission: Selector lever in N.

Towing methods In some countries, towing with a tow bar or rope on public roads is not per- mitted. Familiarize yourself with the regula- tions on towing in the respective coun- try.

With tow bar:

The towing vehicle may not be lighter than the vehicle to be

towed, as otherwise handling will be uncontrollable.<

The tow fitting of both vehicles should be on the same side. If an angled posi- tion of the bar cannot be avoided, observe the following:

>The freedom of movement is restricted during cornering

>The angled position of the tow bar creates lateral forces.

Only secure the tow bar on the tow fittings. Otherwise, damage

could result on other vehicle compo- nent.<

With tow-rope: When starting off in the towing vehicle, make sure that the tow-rope is taut.

Use nylon ropes or nylon straps for towing, and avoid all too sud-

den jerking movements. Only secure tow-ropes on the tow fitting. Otherwise, damage could result on other vehicle component.<

With tow truck:

Do not tow the X5 with the front or rear axle raised individually, as

otherwise the wheels may block and the transfer case may be damaged.<

The X5 may only be transported on a truck bed.

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Towing and tow-starting vehicle

Tow-starting Do not tow-start vehicles with an automatic transmission.

For information on jump-starting, refer to page 171.<

Only tow-start vehicles with a catalytic converter with the engine cold. It is bet- ter to jump-start the engine, refer to page 171.

1. Switch on the hazard warning flash- ers and observe local regulations

2. Turn the ignition key to position 2 3. Engage the 3rd gear 4. Tow-start with the clutch pedal com-

pletely depressed and slowly release the clutch pedal. After the engine starts, immediately depress the clutch pedal completely again

5. Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow bar or rope and switch off the hazard warning flashers

6. Have the vehicle checked.

Do not activate the HDC Hill Descent Control during tow-

starting, refer to page 96.<

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Overview

Controls and features

Operation, maintenance

Owner service procedures

Index

Technical data

Index

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An engine performance test is authorized only on an appropriate chassis dynamometer.

X5 3.0i X5 4.4i X5 4.8is

Displacement Number of cylinders

cu in/cm3 181.8/2,979 6

268.4/4,398 8

292.9/4799 8

Maximum output at engine speed

hp rpm

225 5,900

315 5,400

355 6,200

Maximum torque at engine speed

Ib-ft/Nm rpm

214/290 3,500

324/440 3,600

360/488 3,400 4,000

Engine specifications

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Dimensions

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All dimensions are given in inches/mm. Height: with level control system: 67.2/1,707; without level control sys- tem: 67.5/1,715. Height with roof-mounted luggage rack: with level control system: 68.5/1,740; without level

control system: 68.8/1,748. Track width: X5 3.0i: 62.0/1,576; X5 4.8is: front 61.7/1,566, rear 62.8/1,596. Min. turning circle dia.: 39.7 ft/12.1 meters.

73.7/1,872 85.8/2,180 61.4/1,560 61.4/1,560

111.0/2,820

183.7/4,667

6 7

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X5 3.0i X5 4.4i X5 4.8is

Curb weight with manual transmission with automatic transmission

Ibs./kg Ibs./kg

4,652/2,110 4,696/2,130

4,927/2,235

5,016/2275

Approved gross vehicle weight with manual transmission with automatic transmission

Ibs./kg Ibs./kg

6,008/2,725 6,008/2,725

6,008/2,725

6,008/2,725

Load with manual transmission with automatic transmission

Ibs./kg Ibs./kg

1,356/615 1,312/595

1,080/490

992/450

Approved front axle load Ibs./kg 2,712/1,230 2,789/1,265 2,789/1,265

Approved rear axle load Ibs./kg 3,307/1,500 3,307/1,500 3,307/1,500

Approved roof load capacity Ibs./kg 220/100 Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight.

Cargo area capacity cu ft/l 16.4 54.4/465 1,540, according to DIN 69.04/1,955, according to SAE

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Capacities

Notes

Fuel tank of that reserve X5 3.0i X5 4.4i, 4.8is

gal./liters

gal./liters gal./liters

approx. 24.6/approx. 93

approx. 2.0/approx. 8 approx. 2.5/approx. 10

Fuel specification: page 26

Windshield washer system with headlamp washer system

quarts/liters approx. 8.2/approx. 7.8 For details: page 148

Cooling system including heater X5 3.0i X5 4.4i, 4.8is

quarts/liters quarts/liters

11.6/11.0 15.2/14.4

For details: page 150

Engine with oil filter change X5 3.0i X5 4.4i, 4.8is

quarts/liters quarts/liters

8.0/7.5 8.5/8.0

BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil. For details: page 149

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Overview

Controls and features

Operation, maintenance

Owner service procedures

Index

Technical data

Stichworte

Everything from A to Z

A Ability to climb, refer to

Driving on bad roads 137 ABS Antilock Brake

System 93 Accessories 9

refer to Your individual vehicle 8

Accident, refer to Emergency call 170 Roadside Assistance 170

Activated-charcoal filter 114 Adaptive Head Light 103 Adjusting cooling capacity of

rear climate control 114 Adjusting seats 44

electric 46 electric comfort seat 46 mechanical 45 mechanical sports seat 45

Air circulation, refer to Recirculated-air mode 107

Air conditioner 106 Air conditioning

air conditioner 107 automatic climate control 112 switching on and off manually 107, 112

Air distribution air conditioner 107 automatic climate control 111 individual 111

Air outlets, refer to Ventilation 108, 113

Air pressure, refer to Tire inflation pressure 140

Air recirculation, refer to AUC Automatic recircu- lated-air control 112

Air supply air conditioner 107 automatic climate control 111 rear climate control 113

Air vents, refer to Ventilation 106, 109

Air, drying, refer to Air conditioning 107, 112

Airbags 57 indicator lamp 21 sitting safely 43

Airing, refer to Ventilation 108, 113

Alarm system 38 avoiding unintentional alarms 39

All-season tires, refer to Special features of winter tires 145

Antenna, refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure

Antifreeze coolant 150 washer fluid 148

Antilock Brake System ABS 93

Anti-theft alarm system 31 refer to Alarm system 38

Anti-trapping mechanism panorama glass roof 42 power windows 40

Armrest, refer to Storage compartments 119

Artificial leather, refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure

Artificial wood trim, refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure

Ashtray front 121 rear 121

AUC Automatic recirculated- air control 112

AUTO program, refer to Automatic air distribution and air flow 111

Automatic air distribution 111 air supply 111 climate control 109 cruise control 73 curb monitor 51 headlamp control 102 rear window washer 73 steering wheel adjustment 53

Automatic car wash, refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure

Automatic recirculated-air control AUC 112

Automatic speed reduction for descents, refer to HDC Hill Descent Control 96

Automatic transmission with Steptronic 67 ignition 64 indicator lamp 20, 21 interlock 64 selector lever interlock 68 shiftlock 68 towing 174 tow-starting 174

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Average fuel consumption 82, 89

Average speed 82, 90 Avoiding alarms 39 Avoiding fire damage 138 Axle loads, refer to

Weights 180

B Backrests, refer to Adjusting

seats 45, 46 Backup lamps 67

bulb replacement 161 Battery 168

disposal 168 indicator lamp 19 jump-starting 171 power failure 169 remote control 30

Belts, refer to Safety belts 49 Beverage holders, refer to

Cup holders 120 Black ice, refer to Ice

warning 75 Blower

air conditioner 107 automatic climate control 111

BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil 149

BMW Maintenance System 152

Bore, refer to Engine specifications 178

Bottle holder, refer to Cup holders 120

Brake fluid 151 adding 151 indicator/warning lamp 19 level 151 replacing 151

Brake Force Display 99 Brake hydraulic system 139

indicator/warning lamp 19, 20

Brake lamps, bulb replacement 161

Brake pads 139 breaking-in 136 indicator lamp 19, 21

Brake rotors brake system 139 breaking-in 136

Brake system 139 brake fluid level 139 brake pads 139 breaking-in 136 disk brakes 139

Brake wear warning brake pads 139 indicator lamp 19, 21

Brakes 139 ABS 93 brake fluid 151 breaking-in 136 indicator/warning lamp 19, 20

Break-in procedures 136 Breaking-in differential 136

C California laws

Event Data Recorders 153 Proposition 65 Warning 153

California Proposition 65 Warning 153

Capacities 181 Car care, refer to Caring for

your vehicle brochure Car jack points 167 Car keys, refer to Keys 30 Car radio, refer to separate

Owner's Manual Car wash, refer to Caring for

your vehicle brochure Car-care products, refer to

Caring for your vehicle brochure

Care, refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure

Cargo area 124 capacity 180 cover, refer to Roll-up cover 125 emergency operation, refer to Unlocking manually 35, 37 floor cover 127 increasing volume 124 lamps 105 lid, refer to Liftgate/ tailgate 35, 36 opening from inside 35 opening from outside 35 opening, remote control 31 opening/closing, refer to Liftgate 35 opening/closing, refer to Tailgate 36 volume 180 volume, refer to Weights 180

Cargo area lamps 105 Cargo bay, refer to Cargo

area 124 Cargo floor, pull-out 128 Cargo loading 131 Cargo-area partition net 125 Caring for leather, refer to

Caring for your vehicle brochure

Everything from A to Z

Caring for the carpet, refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure

Cassette operation, refer to Owner's Manual for Radio/ Onboard Computer

Catalytic converter, refer to Hot exhaust system 138

CD changer, refer to Owner's Manual for Radio/ Onboard Computer

CD operation, refer to Owner's Manual for Radio/ Onboard Computer

Center armrest, refer to Storage compartments 119

Center brake lamp, bulb replacement 162

Central locking system 30 interior 34

Changes, technical, refer to For your own safety 8

Changing a wheel 163 Changing tires 142

spare wheel 165 Charge-current indicator

light 19 CHECK button 79 Check Control 79

Child's seats, refer to Child- restraint systems 59

Child-restraint systems 59 Child-safety locks 62 Chocks 164 Chrome parts, care, refer to

Caring for your vehicle brochure

Chrome sections, care, refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure

Cigarette lighter 121, 122 Circulation of air, refer to

Recirculated-air mode 107, 112

Cleaning the rear window 73 Cleaning, vehicle, refer to

Caring for your vehicle brochure

Climate control in the rear passenger area 113

Clock 84 12 or 24-hour mode 84 changing time and date 84 setting 84 setting, refer also to Owner's Manual for Radio/ Onboard Computer

Closing from inside 34 from outside 31, 33

Cockpit 14 Code

activating 90 deactivating 91 establishing 90

Cold start, refer to Starting engine 65

Combination of wheels/ tires 145

Comfort seat 46 Comfort starting, refer to

Starting engine 65 Compact Disc operation,

refer to Owner's Manual for Radio/Onboard Computer

Compartments, refer to Storage compartments 119

Compass interior mirror 55 Compression ratio, refer to

Engine specifications 178 Computer 82, 87

also refer to Owner's Manual for Onboard Computer

Condensation, refer to Air conditioning 107, 112

Connecting a vacuum cleaner, refer to Power sockets 121, 128

Consumption indicator, refer to Fuel gauge 77

Consumption, refer to Average consumption 89 Fuel consumption 89

Contents 4 Controls, refer to Cockpit 14 Convenience opening

panorama glass roof 31 windows 31

Convenience operation from outside 33 panorama glass roof 33 windows 33

Coolant 150 level 150 temperature 78 temperature gauge 78 warning lamp 78

Cooling system, refer to Capacities 181

Cooling, maximum 112 Cooling, refer to

Air conditioning 107, 112 Temperature 107, 111

Copyright 4 Correct tires

wheel/tire replacement 145 winter tires 145

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Courtesy lighting 105 Cruise control 73

buttons on steering wheel 23 indicator lamp 22

Cruising range 82, 89 Cup holders 120 Curb weight, refer to

Weights 180 Current consumption, refer

to Energy Control 76 Cylinders, refer to Engine

data 178

D Data, technical 178

dimensions 179 engine 178 filling capacities 181 weights 180

Date also refer to Owner's Manual for Onboard Computer calling up 84 changing 84

Daytime driving lamps 102 Deactivating the alarm in an

emergency 91

Defect door lock 33 driver's door 33 fuel filler door 24 liftgate 35 panorama glass roof 42 tailgate 37

Defective lamp 159 Defrost position, refer to

Defrosting windows 108, 111

Defrosting windows 108, 111 air conditioner 108 automatic climate control 111

Defrosting windows and removing condensation air conditioner 108 automatic climate control 111

Defrosting windshield, refer to Defrosting windows 108, 111

Digital clock 84 also refer to Owner's Manual for Onboard Computer

Dimensions 179 Dipstick, engine oil 148

Directional indicators, refer to Turn signals 70

Disk brakes 139 Displacement, refer to

Engine specifications 178 Display lighting, refer to

Instrument lighting 104 Displays, refer to Instrument

cluster 15, 17, 18 Disposal

used oil 149 vehicle battery 168

Distance 88 Distance to destination 88 Distance warning 92 Divided rear seat backrest,

refer to Folding rear seat back 124

Door keys 30 Door lock 33 DOT Quality Grades 142 Draft-free

ventilation 108, 113 Driving lamps, refer to

Parking lamps/low beams 102

Driving notes break-in procedures 136 driving hints 137, 138

Driving on bad roads 137 Driving stability control 94

Driving your X5 137 Dry air, refer to Air

conditioning 107, 112 DSC Dynamic Stability

Control 94 indicator lamp 22

E Electric steering wheel

adjustment 52 Electrical malfunction

door lock 33 driver's door 33 fuel filler door 24 liftgate 35 panorama glass roof 42 tailgate 37

Electronic transmission control module 69

Emergency call 170 Emergency operation, refer

to Manual operation driver's door 33 fuel filler door 24 liftgate 35 panorama glass roof 42 tailgate 37

Energy Control 76 Energy-conscious driving,

refer to Energy Control 76

Everything from A to Z

Engine breaking-in 136 data 178 electronic circuitry 22 speed 76 starting 64 switching off 65

Engine compartment 147 Engine coolant 150 Engine hood 146 Engine oil 148

additives, refer to Adding engine oil 149 filling capacity 181 indicator/warning lamp 19 specified oils 149

Engine oil level, indicator/ warning lamp 21

Engine oil pressure, indicator/warning lamp 19

Engine oil thermometer 77 Engine output, refer to

Engine specifications 178 Engine specifications 178 Engine speed, refer to

Engine specifications 178 Environmentally friendly

driving, refer to Energy Control 76

ESP Electronic Stability Program, refer to DSC Dynamic Stability Control 94

Exhaust system 138 Extended immobilizer

function 90 Exterior mirror

automatic dimming feature 55

Exterior mirrors 54

F Failure messages, refer to

Check Control 79 Failure of a current

consumer 169 False alarms, refer to

Avoiding unintentional alarms 39

Fan refer to Air supply 107, 111

Fasten safety belts warning lamp 21, 49

Fault displays, refer to Check Control 79

Filter, refer to Microfilter 108 Microfilter/activated- charcoal filter 114

First aid, refer to First-aid kit 24

First-aid kit 24 Flashlight 119 Flat tire 163

Flat Tire Monitor 100 refer to Tire inflation pressure 140 spare wheel 165

Flat Tire Monitor 100 indicator lamp 101 initializing 100

Flooding, refer to Water on roads 137

Floor coverings, carpet, refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure

Floor mats, refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure

Fluid level, indicator lamp 21 Fog lamps 104

indicator lamp 22 Folding rear backrest 124 Folding the floor cover

up 128 Footbrake, refer to Driving

notes 138 Footwell lamps 105 Front airbags 57 Front fog lamps 104

bulb replacement 161

Fuel average consumption 82, 89 display 77 preparation, refer to Engine specifications 178 quality 26 volume, refer to Capacities 181

Fuel clock, refer to Fuel gauge 77

Fuel display, refer to Fuel gauge 77

Fuel filler door 24 manual operation 24

Fuel tank capacity, refer to Capacities 181

Fuel-saving driving, refer to Energy Control 76

Fuses 169

G Garage-door opener, refer to

Integrated universal remote control 116

Gasoline display, refer to Fuel gauge 77

Gasoline, refer to Fuel quality 26

Gear changes, refer to Automatic transmission with Steptronic 68

Everything from A to Z 189n

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Gear display 67 Gearshift lever

automatic transmission with Steptronic 67 manual transmission 66

General driving notes 138 Glove compartment 119 Grills, refer to

Ventilation 108, 113 Gross weight, refer to

Weights 180 Ground clearance 137

H Hand lamp, refer to Rechar-

geable flashlight 119 Handbrake 66

indicator lamp 19, 21 Hands-free microphone,

refer to Portable phone 118

Hands-free system 118 Having vehicle towed 173 Hazard warning flashers 14 HDC Hill Descent Control 96 Head airbags 57 Head restraints 47 Headlamp control,

automatic 102 Headlamp cover, care, refer

to Caring for your vehicle brochure

Headlamp flasher 70 indicator lamp 22

Headlamp washer fluid tank 148 capacity, refer to Filling capacities 181

Headlamp washer system cleaning headlamps 72 washer fluid 148

Headlamps bulb replacement 159 care, refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure

Heated mirrors 54 Heated rear window

air conditioner 107 automatic climate control 112

Heated seats 52 Heated steering wheel 53 Heating

exterior mirror 54 rear window 107, 112 seats 52 steering wheel 53

Heating and ventilation 106, 109

Heating while stopped 113 Heavy cargo 131 Height adjustment

seats 45, 46 steering wheel 52

Height, refer to Dimensions 179

High beams 103 bulb replacement 160 headlight flasher 70 indicator lamp 22

Hills 137, 139 Holder for cups 120 Horn 14 Hydroplaning 138, 143

I Ice warning 75 Ignition 64 Ignition key 30 Ignition lock 64 Immobilizer function 90 Imprint 4 Independent ventilation 115

entering switch-on times 86 switching on and off 86 switching on and off, also refer to Owner's Manual for Onboard Computer

Indicating elements 15, 17, 18

Indicator and warning lamps, overview 19

Indicator/warning lamp airbags 59 alarm system 38 coolant temperature 78 DSC 94 engine temperature 78 fasten safety belts 49 Flat Tire Monitor 101 front fog lamps 104 reserve 77 self-leveling suspension 97

Individual air distribution 111 Individual settings, refer to

Vehicle Memory, Key Memory 63

Inflation pressure monitoring, refer to Flat Tire Monitor 100

INSPECTION 78 Instrument cluster 15, 17, 18 Instrument illumination, refer

to Instrument lighting 104 Instrument lighting 104 Instrument panel lighting,

refer to Instrument lighting 104

Instrument panel, refer to Instrument cluster 15, 17, 18

Integrated universal remote control 116

Everything from A to Z

Interface socket for onboard diagnosis 153

Interior lamps 104 remote control 31

Interior mirror automatic dimming feature 55 compass 55

Interior motion sensor 39 switching off 31, 39

Interior rearview mirror 54 Interlock, refer to Locking

steering 64 Intermittent operation,

wipers 71

J Jumpering, refer to Jump-

starting 171 Jump-starting 171

K Key Memory 63 Keys 30 Kickdown 68

L Lamps and bulbs 159 Lamps, refer to Parking

lamps/low beams 102 Lashing eyes, refer to

Securing the load 131

LATCH child-restraint fixing 62

LEDs light-emitting diodes 163

Length, refer to Dimensions 179

License plate lamp, bulb replacement 162

Liftgate 35 emergency operation, refer to Unlocking manually 35 opening, remote control 31

Liftgate/tailgate opening from inside 35 opening from outside 35 remote control 31 unlocking manually 35

Light switch 102 Light-alloy wheels, care,

refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure

Light-emitting diodes LEDs 163

Lighter 121, 122 Lighter socket 121 Lighting of instruments 104 Lights on warning 102 Limit 87 Load, refer to Cargo

loading 130

Lock buttons, doors, refer to Locking 34

Locking from inside 34 from outside 31, 33

Locking and unlocking doors from inside 34 from outside 31, 33

Locking, vehicle from inside 34 from outside 31, 33

Low beams 102 automatic 102 bulb replacement 159

Lower back support, refer to Lumbar support 46

Low-fuel warning light, refer to Fuel gauge 77

Lug bolts 167 Lug wrench 164 Luggage compartment lid,

refer to Liftgate/tailgate 36 Luggage net 37 Luggage rack, refer to Roof-

mounted luggage rack 132 Luggage straps 37 Lumbar support 46

M M+S tires, refer to Winter

tires 145 Maintenance system 152

Maintenance, refer to Service Interval Display 78

Manual operation door lock 33 driver's door 33 fuel filler door 24 liftgate 35 panorama glass roof 42 tailgate 37

Manual transmission 66 Marking, tires 142 Master key 30

with remote control 30 Maximum cooling 112 Maximum roof weight 180 Maximum speed with winter

tires 145 Measurements, refer to

Dimensions 179 Mechanical key, refer to

Spare key 30 Mechanical seats 45 Memo 85 Memory, refer to

Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory 50 Vehicle Memory, Key Memory 63

Microfilter air conditioner 108 automatic climate control 114

Everything from A to Z 191n

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Microphone for telephone, refer to Telephone 118

Microphone, refer to Telephone 118

MID Multi-Information Display 83

Mirror automatic curb monitor 51 mirror heating 54 mirror memory, refer to Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory 50

Mirror dimming feature 55 Mirrors 54 Multifunction switch

turn signals/headlamp flasher 70 washer/wiper system 71

Multi-Information Display MID 83

N Navigation system, refer to

Owner's Manual for Onboard Computer/Radio and Navigation System

Neck support, refer to Head restraints 47

Nozzles, refer to Ventilation 108, 113

O OBD interface socket 153 Odometer 75 Oil

additives, refer to Adding engine oil 149 consumption 148 dipstick 148 filling capacity 181 specified engine oil grades 149

Oil change interval, refer to Service and Warranty Information Booklet, US models or Warranty and Service Guide Booklet, Canadian models

Oil pressure, indicator/ warning lamp 19

OILSERVICE 78 Old batteries, refer to

Disposal 168 Onboard computer, refer to

separate Owner's Manual Onboard tool kit 158 Opening and closing

from inside 34 using the door lock 33 using the remote control 31

Output, refer to Engine specifications 178

Outside temperature display 75 changing unit of measure 75, 82 in computer 82

P Panorama glass roof 41

automatic opening and closing 41 closing in the event of an electrical defect 42 comfort position 41 convenience operation 33 initializing 42 power failure 42 remote control 31

Park Distance Control PDC 92

Parking aid, refer to PDC Park Distance Control 92

Parking lamps 102 bulb replacement 160

Parking lamps/low beams 102

Parking, vehicle 65 Parts and accessories, refer

to Your individual vehicle 8 Passenger-side mirror tilt

function 51 Pathway lighting 102

PDC Park Distance Control 92

Permissible axle load, refer to Weights 180

Permissible gross weight, refer to Weights 180

Plastic, refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure

Pollen, refer to Microfilter 108 Microfilter/activated- charcoal filter 114

Power failure, battery 169 Power rear-seat

backrests 48 Power seat 46 Power windows 39

safety switch 40 Pressure monitoring,

tires 100 Flat Tire Monitor 100

Pressure, tires 140 Producing tire inflation

pressure 140 Programming settings, refer

to Vehicle Memory, Key Memory 63

Protective function panorama glass roof 42

Pull-out cargo floor 128

Everything from A to Z

R Radio navigation, refer to

separate Owner's Manual Radio, refer to Owner's

Manual for Radio/Onboard Computer

Radio-control key, refer to Master key with remote control 30

Rain sensor 71 Reading lamps

front 104 rear 105

Real wood, refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure

Rear climate control 113 air supply 114 temperature 114

Rear lamps bulb replacement 161 refer to Tail lamps 161

Rear seats, heating 52 Rear window blind, refer to

Roller sun blinds 115 Rear window defroster

air conditioner 107 automatic climate control 112

Rear window safety switch 40

Rear window wiper 73 blade replacement 158

Rear-seat backrest electric 48 folding down 124 power 48

Rearview mirror 54 Recirculated-air mode

air conditioner 107 automatic climate control 112

Refueling 24 fuel filler door 24

Remaining distance for service, refer to Service Interval Display 78

Remaining distance, refer to Cruising range 82, 89

Remote control 31 garage door opener, refer to Integrated universal remote control 116 liftgate 31 malfunctions 32

Removal aid for spare wheel 165

Removing condensation, windows air conditioner 108 automatic climate control 111

Replacement fuses 169 Replacement keys 30

Replacement of tires tire replacement 142 wheel changes 163

Replacement tire 165 Replacing light bulbs, refer

to Lamps and bulbs 159 Reporting safety defects 10 Reservoir, washer

system 148 Residual heat 113 Restraint systems for

children 59 Restraint systems, refer to

Safety belts 49 Reverse gear

automatic transmission with Steptronic 68 manual transmission 67

Roadside Assistance 170 Roadside parking lamps 103

bulb replacement 160 Roller sun blinds 115 Roll-up cover 125 Roof-mounted luggage

rack 132 Rotating coin holder, refer to

Storage compartments 119

S Safety belt height

adjustment 49 Safety belt tensioners, refer

to Safety belts 49 Safety belts 49

adjusting belt height 49 care, refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure sitting safely 43 warning lamp 21, 49

Safety feature, power windows 40

Safety systems, refer to Antilock Brake System 93 Brake system 139 DSC Dynamic Stability Control 94 xDrive 95

Screwdriver, refer to Onboard tool kit 158

Seats 44 seat heating 52 seat memory, refer to Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory 50

Securing cargo, refer to Cargo loading 131

Selector lever interlock, refer to Changing selector lever positions 68

Everything from A to Z 193n

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Selector lever, automatic transmission with Steptronic 68

Selector-lever positions, automatic transmission with Steptronic 67

Self-leveling suspension 97 2-axle self-leveling suspension 97 inactive 97

Service and Warranty Infor- mation Booklet for US models 152

Service Interval Display 78, 152

Service, refer to Roadside Assistance 170

Setting interior temperature 107, 111

Setting time, refer to Preselect switch-on times 86

Shifting automatic transmission with Steptronic 69 manual transmission 66

Shiftlock, refer to Changing selector lever position 68

Shoulder support 47 Side airbags 57

Side Impact Head Protection System 57

Side tilt, permissible 137 Side turn signals, replacing

bulbs 160 Side window blinds, refer to

Rear window blind 115 Sitting safely 43

with airbags 43 with safety belts 43

Ski bag 123 Snow chains 145 Sockets 121, 128 Spare fuses 169 Spare key 30 Spare wheel 165

removal aid 165 Special wash program 72 Specified engine oils 149 Speed limit 87 Speed, winter tires 145 Speedometer 15, 17, 18 Sport program, automatic

transmission with Steptronic 69

Sports seat 45 Stability control, refer to

DSC Dynamic Stability Control 94 xDrive 95

Starting assistance, refer to Jump-starting 171

Starting difficulties, temperature 65

Starting engine 64 Start-off assistance, DSC

Dynamic Stability Control 94

Startup difficulties, jump- starting 171

Status of this Owner's Manual at time of printing 9

Steering lock 64 Steering wheel

adjustment 52 adjustment, automatic 53 heater 53 lock 64 memory 50

Steptronic, refer to Manual mode 69

Stopwatch 85 Storage compartments 119

in the cargo area 127 Storage space, refer to

Cargo area 124 Storage, tires 145 Storing desired speed, refer

to Cruise control 73 Storing seat adjustment 50

Storing sitting position, refer to Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory 50

Straps, refer to Loading 131 Stroke, refer to Engine

specifications 178 Switches, refer to Cockpit 14 Switching off engine 65 Switch-on times input 86 Symbols 8 Synthetic oils 149

T Tachometer 76 Tail lamps, replacing

bulbs 161 Tailgate 36

unlocking manually 37 Taking time, refer to

Stopwatch 85 Tank contents, refer to Fuel

tank capacity 181 Technical data 178 Technical modifications 9 Telephone 118

refer to separate Owner's Manual

Telephone preparation, refer to Hands-free system 118

Everything from A to Z

Temperature air conditioner 107 automatic climate control 111

Temperature display ice warning 75 outside temperature 75, 82 setting the units 75, 82

Temperature gauge, engine oil 77

Tempomat, refer to Cruise control 73

Thigh support adjustment 45 Third brake lamp

bulb replacement 162 refer to Center brake lamp 162

Three-point seat belt, refer to Safety belts 49

Tilt alarm sensor remote control 31 switching off 39

Tilt function, passenger-side mirror 51

Time of arrival 89 Timer, refer to Stopwatch 85 Tire Identification

Number 142 Tire inflation pressure 140 Tire Quality Grading 142

Tires age 142 breaking-in 136 changing 142, 144, 163 condition 143 damage 143 flat 163 inflation pressure 140 size 142 storage 145 tread 143 wear indicators, refer to Tire tread 143 winter tires 145

Tools, refer to Onboard tool kit 158

Torque lug bolts 168 refer to Engine specifications 178

Tow fittings 173 Tow sockets for tow

fitting 173 Towing 173, 174

with automatic transmission 174

Tow-starting 173 Track width, refer to

Dimensions 179

Transmission automatic transmission with Steptronic 67 manual transmission 66

Transmission fault, refer to Electronic transmission control module 69

Transmission lockout, refer to P Park 68

Transporting children safely 59

Tread depth, refer to Tire tread 143

Tread wear 142 Trip odometer 75 Trip-distance counter, refer

to Trip odometer 75 Trunk lamps, refer to Cargo

area lamps 105 Trunk lid, refer to

Liftgate 35 Tailgate 36

Trunk, refer to Cargo area 124

Turn signals 70 bulb replacement 160, 161 indicator lamp 22

Turn signals, side 160 bulb replacement 160

Turning circle, refer to Dimensions 179

TV function, refer to Owner's Manual for Onboard Computer

Two-axle self-leveling suspension display 98 lowering 99 raising 98

U Underbody protection, refer

to Caring for your vehicle brochure

Uniform Tire Quality Grading 142

Units, temperature 75, 111 Universal garage door

control 116 Universal remote control 116 Unlocking

engine hood 146 from inside 34 from outside 31, 33

Using antifreeze 148, 150

Everything from A to Z 195n

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V Valve

inserts 168 screw caps 168

Vehicle battery 168 breaking-in 136 care, refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure loading 130 measurements, refer to Dimensions 179 parking 65 storage, refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure washing, refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure weight 180

Vehicle jack 165 Vehicle Memory 63 Ventilation 106, 109

draft-free 108, 113 in rear 108 while parked 115

Viscosity 149 Voice command system 23 Voice control, refer to

separate Owner's Manual Volume, cargo area 180

W Warning and indicator

lamps 19 Warning triangle 24 Warnings, refer to Check

Control 79 Warranty 10

refer also to Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models

Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models 152

Washer fluid 148 Washer fluid reservoir

content 181 refer to Windshield and headlamp washer system 148

Waste container, refer to Ashtray 121

Water on roads, flooding 137 Wear indicators in the tires,

refer to Tire tread 144 Weights 180 Wheel and tire

combinations 144

Wheelbase, refer to Dimensions 179

Wheelslip control, DSC Dynamic Stability Control 94

Width, refer to Dimensions 179

Windows convenience operation 33 defrosting, refer to Defrosting windows 108, 111

Windshield washer fluid tank 148 capacity, refer to Filling capacities 181

Windshield washer system washer fluid 148 washer/wiper system 71

Windshield wiper blades care, refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure replacement 158

Windshield wipers, refer to Wiper/washer system 71

Windshield, cleaning 72 Winter tires 145

changing 145 condition 143 storage 145

Wiper system 71

Working in the engine compartment 146

Wrenches, refer to Onboard tool kit 158

X xDrive 95 Xenon lamps, bulb

replacement 160

So that you will have important specifi- cations available when you stop to refuel, we recommend that you supple- ment this table with data which apply to your vehicle. Consult the index for individual specifi- cations.

Fuel

Please enter your preferred fuel here.

Engine oil

The oil volume between the two marks on the oil dipstick corresponds to approx. 1.1 US quarts/1 liter.

Designation

Quality

Tire inflation pressures Summer tires Winter tires

Front Rear Front Rear

Up to 4 persons

5 persons or 4 plus luggage

Refueling

The Ultimate Driving Machine

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4 1

0 1

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