BMW X5 2004, Owner'S Manual

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Overview
Controls
Maintenance
Repairs
Data
Index
Controls and features
Passenger safety systems:
Airbags 54
Transporting children safely 56
Vehicle Memory, Key
Memory 60
Driving:
Ignition lock 61
Starting the engine 61
Switching off the engine 62
Handbrake 63
Manual transmission 63
Automatic transmission with
Steptronic 64
Turn signal indicator/
Headlamp flasher 67
Washer/Wiper system/
Rain sensor 67
Cruise control 70
Everything under control:
Odometer, outside temperature
display 72
Tachometer 73
Energy control 73
Fuel gauge 74
Temperature gauge 74
Service Interval Display 75
Check Control 76
Computer 79
Multi-Information Display
MID 80
Digital clock in the MID 81
Computer in the MID 84
Technology for safety and
driving convenience:
PDC Park Distance Control 89
Antilock Brake System 90
DSC Dynamic Stability
Control 91
xDrive 92
HDC Hill Descent Control 93
Self-leveling suspension 94
2-axle self-leveling
suspension 94
Brake Force Display 96
Lamps:
Parking lamps/Low beams 97
Instrument lighting 98
High beams/Standing lamps 98
Fog lamps 98
Interior lamps 99
Controlling the climate for
pleasant driving:
Air conditioner 100
Automatic climate control 103
Roller sun blinds 109
Independent ventilation 109
Cabin convenience:
Integrated universal remote
control 110
Portable phone 113
Glove compartment 113
Storage compartments 114
Beverage holder 114
Glasses compartment 115
Ashtray, front 115
Ashtray, rear 116
Cigarette lighter, rear 116
Loading and transporting:
Ski bag 117
Cargo area
Fold rear backrests down 118
Roll-up cover 119
Partition net 119
Cover panels in cargo
area
121
Power outlets 122
Pull-out cargo floor 122
Loading cargo 124
Roof-mounted luggage rack 126