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Munich, Germany

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US English ID4 X/17, 11 17 490

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Online Edition for Part no. 01402983801 - X/17

Summary of Contents for X5 2018

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual for Vehicle The Ultimate Driving Machine THE BMW X5 OWNER S MANUAL Contents A Z Online Edition for Part no 01402983801 X 17 ...

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Page 3: ...eatures available in your BMW The manual also contains information designed to en hance operating reliability and road safety and to contribute to maintaining the value of your BMW Any updates made after the editorial deadline can be found in the appendix of the printed Owner s Manual for the vehicle You can find supplementary information in the additional bro chures in the onboard literature We w...

Page 4: ...nich Germany Reprinting including excerpts only with the written consent of BMW AG Munich US English ID4 X 17 11 17 490 Printed on environmentally friendly paper bleached without chlorine suitable for recycling Online Edition for Part no 01402983801 X 17 ...

Page 5: ...ntrols 38 Opening and closing 57 Settings 70 Transporting children safely 75 Driving 93 Displays 113 Lights 119 Safety 150 Driving stability control systems 158 Driving comfort 181 Climate control 190 Interior equipment 199 Storage compartments Driving tips 208 Things to remember when driving 212 Loading 216 Saving fuel Mobility 224 Refueling 226 Fuel 232 Wheels and tires 253 Engine compartment 25...

Page 6: ...nual in the vehicle Online Owner s Manual BMW Driver s Guide app Additional sources of information Dealer s service center A dealer s service center will be glad to answer questions at any time Internet The Owner s Manual and general information on BMW for example on technology are avail able on the Internet www bmwusa com Integrated Owner s Manual in the vehicle The Integrated Owner s Manual spec...

Page 7: ...erefore this Owner s Manual also describes and illustrates features and functions that are not available in your vehicle for example be cause of the selected optional features or the country specific version This also applies to safety related functions and systems When using these functions and systems the applicable laws and regulations must be ob served For any options and equipment not describ...

Page 8: ...nother qualified service center or repair shop If work is performed improperly for instance maintenance and repair there is a risk of sub sequent damage and related safety risks Parts and accessories BMW recommends the use of parts and ac cessory products approved by BMW Approved parts and accessories and advice on their use and installation are available from a BMW dealer s service center BMW par...

Page 9: ... BMW Maintenance system Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models If the vehicle is not maintained according to these specifications this could result in seri ous damage to the vehicle Such damage is not covered by the BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty Data memory General information Electronic control devices are installed in the ...

Page 10: ... vehicle owner can contact a dealer s service center to object to the data being stored and transferred to the vehicle manufacturer This objection ap plies for as long as the vehicle owner remains the proprietor of the vehicle Data entry and data transfer into the vehicle General information Depending on the vehicle equipment some data can be transferred into the vehicle when using comfort and inf...

Page 11: ...ermission con tractual arrangement or consent In addition the vehicle manufacturer evaluates anonymized information on transport infra structure and how the infotainment system is used This information cannot be traced back to individual vehicles or people Evaluating the data enables the manufacturer to further im prove its products or services for instance by incorporating the most up to date tra...

Page 12: ...that have the special equipment can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number can be found in the engine compartment on the right hand side of the vehicle The vehicle identification number can be found on the type label on the right hand side of the vehicle The vehicle identification number can also be found b...

Page 13: ...00 Seventh Street SW Washing ton DC 20590 You can also obtain other in formation about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov For Canadian customers Canadian customers who wish to report a safety related defect to Transport Canada De fect Investigations and Recalls may call the toll free hotline 1 800 333 0510 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www ...

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Page 15: ...nce This chapter shows the arrangement of the buttons switches and displays Moreover you will become familiar with the available control concepts and options quickly Online Edition for Part no 01402983801 X 17 ...

Page 16: ...d systems When using these functions and systems the applicable laws and regulations must be observed In the vicinity of the steering wheel 1 Rear window safety switch 54 2 Power windows 53 3 Exterior mirror operation 67 4 Opening and closing top tail gate 45 5 Unlock central locking sys tem 42 Locking central locking sys tem 42 6 Lights Front fog lights 116 Light switch 113 Lights off Daytime run...

Page 17: ...cker switch 9 Shift paddles 90 10 Instrument cluster 93 11 Steering wheel buttons right Entertainment source see Own er s Manual for Navigation Enter tainment and Communication 6 Volume see Owner s Manual for Navigation Entertainment and Communication 6 Voice activation 29 Telephone see Owner s Manual for Navigation Entertainment and Communication 6 Thumbwheel for selection lists 105 12 Steering c...

Page 18: ...ntrol 181 6 Radio CD multimedia see Owner s Manual for Navigation Entertainment and Commu nication 6 7 Controller with buttons 21 8 Parking brake 79 9 Automatic Hold 80 10 DSC Dynamic Stability Con trol 151 Driving Dynamics Control 155 PDC Park Distance Control 167 Rearview camera 170 Top View 172 Parking assistant 176 Side View 174 HDC Hill Descent Control 153 At a glance Cockpit 18 Online Editio...

Page 19: ...he roofliner 1 Emergency Request SOS 270 2 Panoramic glass sunroof 54 3 Indicator light front seat passen ger airbag 122 4 Reading lights 117 5 Interior lights 117 6 Glasses compartment 202 Cockpit At a glance 19 Online Edition for Part no 01402983801 X 17 ...

Page 20: ...or devices when the traffic situation allows If necessary stop and use the systems and devices while the vehicle is stationary Overview of control elements Control elements 1 Control Display 2 Controller with buttons and depending on the equipment version with touchpad Control Display General information To clean the Control Display follow the care instructions In the case of very high temperature...

Page 21: ...urn 2 Press 3 Move in four directions Buttons on the Controller Button Function MENU Opens the main menu RADIO Opens the Radio menu MEDIA Opens the Multimedia menu NAV Opens the Navigation menu TEL Opens the Phone menu BACK Displays the previous display OPTION Open the Options menu Controller without navigation system The buttons can be used to open the menus directly The Controller can be used to...

Page 22: ...menu items can be selected 1 Turn the Controller until the desired menu item is highlighted 2 Press the Controller Menu items in the Owner s Manual In the Owner s Manual menu items that can be selected are set in quotation marks for in stance Settings Changing between displays After a menu item is selected for instance Radio a new display appears Displays can overlap Move the Controller to the lef...

Page 23: ...enu for instance Store station Changing settings 1 Select a field 2 Turn the Controller until the desired set ting is displayed 3 Press the Controller Activating deactivating the functions Several menu items are preceded by a check box The checkbox indicates whether the func tion is activated or deactivated Selecting the menu item activates or deactivates the func tion Function is activated Functi...

Page 24: ...ght in the upper area of the touchpad To enter an underscore swipe to the right in the lower area of the touchpad Using interactive map The interactive map in the navigation system can be moved via the touchpad Function Operation Interactive map Swipe into respective direction Enlarge shrink in teractive map Drag in or out on the touchpad with fingers Display menu Tap once Changing settings You ca...

Page 25: ...symbols Symbol Meaning HD Radio station is being received Satellite radio is switched on Telephone symbols Symbol Meaning Incoming or outgoing call Missed call Signal strength of cellular network Symbol flashes network search Cellular network is not available Bluetooth is switched on Roaming is active SMS text message received Check the SIM card SIM card is blocked SIM card is missing Enter PIN En...

Page 26: ...eneral information The iDrive functions can be stored on the pro grammable memory buttons and called up di rectly for instance radio stations navigation destinations phone numbers and menu en tries Settings are stored for the profile currently used Storing a function 1 Highlight the function via iDrive 2 Press and hold the desired button until a signal sounds Running a function Press button The fu...

Page 27: ...on the ignition 2 Settings 3 Open Options 4 Delete personal data 5 Continue 6 OK Entering letters and numbers General information On the Control Display 1 Turn the Controller select letters or num bers 2 Select additional letters or numbers if needed 3 OK confirm the entry Symbol Function Press the Controller delete letters or number Press the Controller for an extended period delete all letters o...

Page 28: ...re offered during entry for which data is available Destination search place names can be entered in all languages that are available on the Control Display At a glance iDrive 28 Online Edition for Part no 01402983801 X 17 ...

Page 29: ...y commands in the language of the voice activation system Functional requirements Via the Control Display set a language that is also supported by the voice activation system so that the spoken commands can be identi fied To set the language refer to page 109 Using the voice activation system Activating the voice activation system 1 Press button on the steering wheel 2 Wait for the signal 3 Say th...

Page 30: ...ands for the help dialog Help with examples announces informa tion about the current operating options and the most important commands for them Help with voice activation announces in formation about the principle of operation for the voice activation system Example opening the tone settings Via the main menu The commands of the menu items are spoken just as they are selected via the Controller 1 ...

Page 31: ... use the voice activation system to ini tiate an Emergency Request In stressful situa tions the voice and vocal pitch can change This can unnecessarily delay the establish ment of a phone connection Instead use the SOS button refer to page 270 close to the interior mirror Environmental conditions Keep the doors windows and glass sun roof closed to prevent noise interference Avoid making other nois...

Page 32: ...s Manual Concept The printed Owner s Manual describes all standard country specific and optional fea tures offered with the series General information The Owner s Manual for Navigation Entertain ment and Communication can be obtained as printed book from the service center Supplementary Owner s Manuals Also follow the instructions of the Supplemen tary Owner s Manuals which are included in additio...

Page 33: ...h from a function for instance radio to the Owner s Manual on the Control Display and to alternate between the two displays 1 Press button or move the Controller to the right repeatedly until the Options menu is displayed 2 Display Owner s Manual 3 Select the desired page in the Owner s Manual 4 Press button again to return to last displayed function 5 Press button to return to the page of the Own...

Page 34: ... in many countries An account on the customer portal may be required Entering the vehicle identification number fil ters the contents Vehicles It is possible to store several individual Own er s Manuals for various vehicles Language The language is based on whichever language is set in the operating system Printing You can use the print function for automatically formatting and printing out indivi...

Page 35: ... sible to display the chapter directly Smart Scan is only available for the iOS oper ating system Keyword search You can use keywords to search for informa tion and descriptions in the media Key features Printed Integrated APP Online All equipment included X Equipment included in vehicle X X X Quick Reference Guide X X X Search by illustrations X X X Frequently asked questions X X Quick links X X ...

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Page 37: ...n in this chapter helps you in confidently operating your vehicle All features and accessories that are useful for driving and your safety comfort and convenience are described here Online Edition for Part no 01402983801 X 17 ...

Page 38: ...information WARNING People or animals in the vehicle can lock the doors from the inside and lock themselves in In this case the vehicle cannot be opened from the outside There is a risk of injury Take the remote control with you so that the vehicle can be opened from the outside WARNING Unlocking from the inside is only possi ble with special knowledge Persons who spend a lengthy time in the vehi ...

Page 39: ... The alarm system refer to page 51 is switched on If the engine or ignition is still switched on when you lock the vehicle the vehicle horn honks twice In this case the engine or ignition must be switched off by means of the Start Stop button With Comfort Access convenient closing Safety information WARNING With convenient closing body parts can be jammed There is a risk of injury Make sure that t...

Page 40: ... a trailer is being towed Panic mode You can trigger the alarm system if you find yourself in a dangerous situation Press button on the remote con trol and hold for at least 3 sec onds Briefly press the button on the remote con trol three times in succession To switch off the alarm press any button Replacing the battery 1 Remove the integrated key from the re mote control refer to page 42 2 Place ...

Page 41: ...remote control is in direct proximity of the wireless charging tray Place the remote control down at a differ ent location In the case of interference the vehicle can be unlocked and locked from the outside with the integrated key refer to page 41 Starting the engine via emergency detection of the remote control It is not possible to start the engine if the re mote control has not been detected It...

Page 42: ...he door lock using the integrated key The other doors must be unlocked or locked from the inside Alarm system The alarm system is not switched on if the ve hicle is locked with the integrated key The alarm system is triggered when the door is opened if the vehicle has been unlocked via the door lock In order to stop the alarm unlock the vehicle with the remote control or switch on the igni tion if...

Page 43: ...ports the following func tions Unlocking and locking the vehicle Convenient closing Open the tailgate Functional requirements To lock the vehicle the remote control must be located outside of the vehicle near the doors The next unlocking and locking cycle is not possible until after approx 2 seconds Unlocking Grasp the handle of a vehicle door completely This corresponds with pressing the button o...

Page 44: ...ing opening and closing NOTE Sharp edged or pointed objects can hit the rear window and heat conductors while driving There is a risk of damage to property Cover the edges and ensure that pointed ob jects do not hit the rear window Opening Press button next on tailgate This corresponds with pressing the button on the remote control The tailgate opens automatically Malfunction Remote control detect...

Page 45: ...s clear during opening and closing NOTE Sharp edged or pointed objects can hit the rear window and heat conductors while driving There is a risk of damage to property Cover the edges and ensure that pointed ob jects do not hit the rear window Opening and closing Opening General information When towing a trailer the tailgate cannot be opened with the remote control or with the button in the driver ...

Page 46: ... otherwise a Check Control message will appear From the outside Press the button on tailgate s exterior From the inside Pull and hold the button in the driver door The remote control must be located in the car s interior for this function An acoustic signal sounds before the tailgate is closed From inside the tailgate Without Comfort Access Press button on the inside of the tailgate With Comfort A...

Page 47: ... seat backrest is locked after folding it back WARNING With manual operation of a blocked tail gate it can release itself unexpectedly from the blockage There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to property Do not operate the tail gate manually if it is blocked Have it checked by a dealer s service center or another quali fied service center or repair shop Manual unlocking When there is an elect...

Page 48: ...ntly activated If another driver profile is selected via iDrive the settings stored in it will be applied auto matically The new driver profile is assigned to the remote control currently used There is an additional guest profile available that is not assigned to any remote control it can be used to apply settings in the vehicle without changing the personal driver profiles Functional requirements...

Page 49: ...trol Renaming profiles A personal name can be assigned to every pro file to avoid confusion between the profiles Via iDrive 1 Settings 2 Profiles The active profile is selected 3 Open Options 4 Rename current profile Reset profiles The settings of the profile currently in use are reset to their factory settings Via iDrive 1 Settings 2 Profiles 3 Open Options 4 Reset current profile Exporting profi...

Page 50: ...on Depending on your vehicle s equipment and the country version various settings for open ing and closing are possible These settings are stored for the driver profile refer to page 48 currently used Unlocking Doors Via iDrive 1 Settings 2 Doors key 3 Select the symbol 4 Select the desired function Driver s door only Only the driver s door and the fuel filler flap are unlocked Pressing again un l...

Page 51: ...ese changes visu ally and acoustically Acoustic alarm Depending on local regulations the acous tic alarm may be suppressed By switching on the hazard warning sys tem By flashing the daytime running lights Switching on off When you lock and unlock the vehicle with the remote control or Comfort Access the alarm system will also switch on or off at the same time Opening the doors with the alarm syste...

Page 52: ...rms General information The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sen sor can trigger an alarm although no unauthor ized action occurred Possible situations for an unwanted alarm In automatic vehicle washes In duplex garages During transport on trains carrying vehi cles at sea or on a trailer With animals in the vehicle At the gas station if the vehicle is locked after refueling starts The tilt al...

Page 53: ...losed Pulling again stops the mo tion Closing via Comfort Access refer to page 43 Jam protection system General information If closing force exceeds a specific threshold as a window closes closing is interrupted The window opens slightly Safety information WARNING Accessories on the windows such as an tennas can impact jam protection There is a risk of injury Do not install accessories in the area...

Page 54: ...he bracket WARNING With closed roller sunblinds and open windows the roller sunblinds can be loaded heavily while driving due to the wind The roller sunblinds can be damaged and compromise the occupants There is a risk of injury Do not open the windows while driving if the roller sunblinds are closed Panoramic glass sunroof General information The glass sunroof is ready for operation when the igni...

Page 55: ...d stops the motion Convenient opening via the remote control re fer to page 39 Closing via Comfort Access refer to page 43 Comfort position In some models the wind noises in the car s interior are lowest when the glass sunroof is not fully open In these models the automatic function initially only opens the glass sunroof up to this comfort position Pressing the switch again opens the glass sun roo...

Page 56: ...nt The system can be initialized under the follow ing conditions The vehicle is parked in a horizontal posi tion The engine is running The external temperature is above 41 5 During initialization the glass sunroof closes without jam protection Make sure that the closing area is clear Initializing the system Press the switch up and hold it until the initialization is com plete Initialization begins...

Page 57: ...he seat on the driver s side when the vehicle is stationary WARNING With a backrest inclined too far to the rear the efficacy of safety gear including safety belts can no longer be ensured There is a risk of sliding under the safety belt in an acci dent There is a risk of injuries or danger to life Adjust the seat prior to starting the trip Adjust the backrest so that it is in the most upright pos...

Page 58: ... Backrest tilt Move switch forward or backward Thigh support Multifunctional seat Push switch forward or backward Sport seat Pull the lever at the front of the seat and adjust the thigh support Lumbar support The curvature of the seat backrest can be ad justed in a way that it supports the lumbar re Controls Settings 58 Online Edition for Part no 01402983801 X 17 ...

Page 59: ...t width in creases Upper backrest Concept The upper backrest supports the back in the shoulder area A correct setting leads to a re laxed seating position and reduces strain on the shoulder muscles Settings Press the button on the respective side Front seat heating Overview Seat heating Switching on Press button once for each tempera ture level The maximum temperature is reached when three LEDs ar...

Page 60: ...ng off Press and hold the button until the LEDs go out Rear seats Second row of seats Safety information WARNING There is a risk of jamming when folding down the center armrest in the rear There is a risk of injury Make sure that the area of move ment of the center armrest is clear during fold ing down WARNING When folding back the second row of seats there is a danger of jamming There is a risk o...

Page 61: ...ction is folded down comfortable entry is not possible 2 Pull the lever and fold the seat forward If the second row of seats is not locked a warning symbol is displayed in the instrument cluster Rear seat heating Overview Seat heating Switching on Press button once for each tempera ture level The maximum temperature is reached when three LEDs are lit If the trip is continued within approx 15 mi nu...

Page 62: ...lts and safety belt buckles The vehicle is fitted with five or seven safety belts to ensure occupant safety However they can only offer protection when adjusted cor rectly The two outer safety belt buckles of the 2nd row of seats are intended for the persons sit ting on the left and right The center safety belt buckle of the 2nd row of seats is intended for the person sitting in the middle General...

Page 63: ...he event of an accident There is a risk of inju ries or danger to life Do not modify safety belts safety belt buckles belt tensioners belt retractors or belt anchors and keep them clean Have the safety belts checked after an accident at the dealer s service center or an other qualified service center or repair shop Correct use of safety belts Wear the safety belt twist free and tight to your body ...

Page 64: ...r sup ports the back of the head at as close to eye level as possible Adjust the distance so that the head re straint is as close as possible to the back of the head Adjust the distance via the back rest tilt as needed WARNING Body parts can be jammed when moving the head restraint There is a risk of injury Make sure that the area of movement is clear when moving the head restraint WARNING Objects...

Page 65: ...ed seats Adjust the head restraint so its center sup ports the back of the head at as close to eye level as possible Adjust the distance so that the head re straint is as close as possible to the back of the head Adjust the distance via the back rest tilt as needed WARNING Body parts can be jammed when moving the head restraint There is a risk of injury Make sure that the area of movement is clear...

Page 66: ...memory func tion Seat position Exterior mirror position Steering wheel position Height of the Head up Display General information Two memory locations with different settings can be set for each driver profile refer to page 48 Depending on the vehicle equipment the fol lowing settings are not stored Backrest width Lumbar support Safety information WARNING Using the memory function while driving ca...

Page 67: ...remote control Press the Start Stop button Mirrors Exterior mirrors General information The mirror on the front passenger side is more curved than the driver s side mirror The mirror setting is stored for the driver pro file currently in use When the vehicle is un locked via the remote control the position is automatically retrieved if the function refer to page 51 is activated for this purpose Th...

Page 68: ...k of damage to property Before wash ing fold in the mirrors by hand or with the but ton Press button Folding is only possible up to a speed of ap prox 15 mph 20 km h Folding the mirrors in and out is helpful in the following situations In vehicle washes On narrow roads Mirrors that were folded in are folded out auto matically at a speed of approx 25 mph 40 km h Automatic heating Both exterior mirr...

Page 69: ...osition is automatically retrieved if the function refer to page 51 is activated for this purpose The current steering wheel position can be stored using the memory function refer to page 66 Settings Move the steering wheel to the preferred height and angle to suit your seating position by pressing the switch Assistance getting in and out The steering wheel temporarily moves into the highest posit...

Page 70: ... seat Transport children younger than 13 years of age or shorter than 5 ft 150 cm only in the rear seat in suitable child restraint systems de signed for the age weight and size of the child Children 13 years of age or older must wear a safety belt as soon as a suitable child restraint system can no longer be used due to their age weight and size Safety information WARNING The safety belt cannot b...

Page 71: ...d or locked If possible adjust the height of the head restraints or remove them WARNING There is limited protection provided if child restraint systems are used on the third row of seats There is a risk of injuries or dan ger to life Do not install child restraint systems on the third row of seats WARNING The protective effect of damaged child restraint systems or of child restraint systems expose...

Page 72: ...st width again and do not call up a memory position Child seat security The rear safety belts and the front passenger safety belt can be permanently locked to fas ten child restraint systems Locking the safety belt 1 Pull out the belt strap completely 2 Secure the child restraint system with the safety belt 3 Allow the belt strap to be pulled in and pull it tight against the child restraint system...

Page 73: ...int system see manufac turer s information 2 Ensure that both LATCH anchors are prop erly connected Child restraint systems with tether strap Safety information WARNING If the upper retaining strap is incorrectly used for the child restraint system the protec tive effect can be reduced There is a risk of in jury Make sure that the upper retaining strap is not guided across sharp edges and without ...

Page 74: ...upper retaining strap over the head restraint 4 Attach the hook of the retaining strap to the anchor 5 Tighten the retaining strap by pulling it down 6 Lower and lock head restraints as needed Locking the doors and windows in the rear Rear doors Push the locking lever on the rear doors up The door can now be opened from the outside only Safety switch for the rear Press button on the driver s door ...

Page 75: ...ne is off switch off the ignition and any unnecessary electronic systems power consumers Safety measures When switching off the ignition the selector lever position P is selected automatically if the selector lever position D or R is selected The ignition is switched off automatically in the following situations while the vehicle is station ary and the engine is off When locking the vehicle and wh...

Page 76: ...to life Keep the exhaust pipe free and ensure sufficient ventilation WARNING An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and possibly roll away There is a risk of an ac cident Before exiting secure the vehicle against rolling In order to ensure that the vehicle is secured against rolling away follow the following Set the parking brake On uphill grades or on a downhill slope turn the front wheels in the...

Page 77: ...he Start Stop button The engine is switched off The radio ready state is switched on 3 Set the parking brake Auto Start Stop function Concept The Auto Start Stop function helps save fuel The system switches off the engine during a stop for instance in traffic congestion or at traffic lights The ignition remains switched on The engine starts automatically for driving off General information After e...

Page 78: ...nditions Steptronic transmission by releasing the brake pedal When Automatic Hold is activated press the accelerator pedal After the engine starts accelerate as usual Safety mode After the engine switches off automatically it will not start again automatically if any one of the following conditions are met The driver s safety belt is unbuckled and the driver s door is open The hood was unlocked So...

Page 79: ...engine automatically A Check Control message is displayed It is possible to continue driving Have the system checked by a dealer s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop Parking brake Concept The parking brake is used to prevent the vehi cle from rolling when it is parked Safety information WARNING An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and possibly roll away There is a ...

Page 80: ...ever position P is set The LED and indicator light go out The parking brake is released Automatic release in cars with Steptronic transmission For automatic release step on the accelerator pedal The LED and indicator light go out The parking brake is automatically released when you step on the accelerator under the following conditions Engine on Drive mode engaged Driver buckled in and doors close...

Page 81: ...hildren or animals can cause the vehicle to move and endanger them selves and traffic for instance due to the fol lowing actions Pressing the Start Stop button Releasing the parking brake Opening and closing the doors or win dows Engaging selector lever position N Using vehicle equipment There is a risk of accidents or injuries Do not leave children or animals unattended in the ve hicle Take the r...

Page 82: ...h on the ignition 2 Press the switch while stepping on the brake pedal or selector lever position P is set It may take several seconds for the brake to be put into operation Any sounds associated with this are normal The indicator light in the instrument cluster goes out as soon as the parking brake is ready for operation Turn signal high beams headlight flasher Turn signal Turn signal in exterior...

Page 83: ...isk of injury or risk of damage to property Make sure that the vehicle is switched off when the wipers are in the folded away state and the wipers are folded in when switching on NOTE If the wipers are frozen to the windshield the wiper blades can be torn off and the wiper motor can overheat when switching on There is a risk of damage to property Defrost the windshield prior to switching the wiper...

Page 84: ... windshield wiper opera tion is deactivated During trip interruption with the rain sensor switched on if the trip is resumed within ap prox 15 minutes the rain sensor is automati cally activated again Setting the frequency or sensitivity of the rain sensor Turn the thumbwheel to adjust the frequency or sensitivity of the rain sensor Up short interval or high sensitivity of the rain sensor Down lon...

Page 85: ...way position of the wipers Concept The fold out position enables the wipers to be folded away from the windshield General information Important for instance when changing the wiper blades or when folding out under frosty conditions Safety information WARNING If the wipers start moving in the folded away state body parts can be jammed or dam age may occur to parts of the vehicle There is a risk of ...

Page 86: ...aterials out of reach of children United States the washer fluid mixture ratio is regulated by the U S EPA and many individual states do not exceed the allowable washer fluid dilution ratio limits that apply Follow the usage instructions on the washer fluid con tainer Use of BMW s Windshield Washer Concen trate or the equivalent is recommended WARNING Washer fluid can ignite and catch fire on cont...

Page 87: ...ehicle oper ation All gears for forward travel are activated automatically Reverse R Engage selector lever position R only when the vehicle is stationary Neutral N The vehicle may be pushed or roll without power for instance in vehicle washes refer to page 88 in selector lever position N Parking position P Selector lever position for instance for parking the vehicle The transmission blocks the dri...

Page 88: ...o release the selector lever lock 2 With the driver s safety belt fastened briefly push the selector lever in the de sired direction past a resistance point if needed The selector lever automatically returns to the center position when re leased Engaging selector lever position P Press button P Rolling or pushing the vehicle General information In some situations the vehicle is to roll without its...

Page 89: ...oint at the full throttle position Sport program M S Concept The shifting points and shifting times in the Sport program are designed for a sportier driv ing style The transmission for instance shifts up later and the shifting times are shorter Activating the sport program Press the selector lever to the left out of selec tor lever position D The engaged gear is displayed in the instru ment cluste...

Page 90: ...shift paddles This is not possible by switching briefly via the shift paddles from se lector lever position D to manual mode M S Ending the manual mode Push the selector lever to the right D is displayed in the instrument cluster Shift paddles Concept The shift paddles on the steering wheel allow you to shift gears quickly while keeping both hands on the steering wheel General information Shifting...

Page 91: ...ctor lever into selector lever position N ar row N until selector lever position N is dis played in the instrument cluster A Check Control message is displayed 4 Release the selector lever 5 Release brake as soon as the starter stops 6 Maneuver the vehicle from the danger area and secure it against moving on its own For additional information see the chapter on tow starting and towing Steptronic S...

Page 92: ... flag symbol is displayed in the instru ment cluster 5 The starting engine speed adjusts Within 3 seconds release the brake Repeated use during a trip After Launch Control has been used the trans mission must cool down for approx 5 minutes before Launch Control can be used again Launch Control adjusts to the surrounding conditions when used again After using Launch Control To increase vehicle stab...

Page 93: ...ons must be observed Overview instrument cluster 1 Fuel gauge 101 2 Speedometer 3 Messages for instance Check Control 4 Tachometer 101 5 Engine oil temperature 101 6 Current fuel consumption 7 Electronic displays 93 8 Reset miles 101 Electronic displays Selection lists refer to page 105 External temperature refer to page 102 Auto Start Stop function refer to page 77 Onboard Computer refer to page ...

Page 94: ...splay Concept The instrument display is a variable display When you change to a different program via Driving Dynamics Control the displays in the instrument display adapt to the respective pro gram General information The display change in the instrument display can be deactivated via iDrive Some of the displays in the instrument display may differ from illustrations in this Owner s Manual Overvi...

Page 95: ...ment cluster 3 ECO PRO Info Or Driving mode view With Professional Navigation System switching zoom function on off The current speed can be shown enlarged in the speedometer Via iDrive 1 Settings 2 Instrument cluster 3 Magnifier function ECO PRO displays 1 Speedometer 2 Variable displays ECO PRO Tips Deceler ation assistant instructions Driver assist system displays 3 Efficiency display 217 4 Tra...

Page 96: ...ving style with more prominent representation of the tachometer the transmission displays and the vehicle speed Shift point indicator Concept The shift point indicator indicates the optimum shift moment in the tachometer Thus with a sporty driving style the best possible vehicle acceleration is achieved General information Steptronic Sport transmission shift lights are shown when the SPORT driving...

Page 97: ...Indicator warning lights General information The indicator warning lights in the instrument cluster can light up in a variety of combinations and colors Several of the lights are checked for proper functioning and light up temporarily when the engine is started or the ignition is switched on Red lights Safety belt reminder Safety belt on the driver s side is not buckled For some country specific m...

Page 98: ...hicle detection Active Cruise Control Indicator light illuminates a vehicle has been detected ahead of you Indicator light flashes the conditions are not adequate for the system to work The system was deactivated but applies the brakes until you actively resume control by pressing on the brake pedal or accelerator pedal Yellow lights Anti lock Braking System ABS Braking force boost may not be work...

Page 99: ...sure Monitor refer to page 122 Steering system Steering system in some cases not working Have the system checked by a dealer s service center or another qualified service cen ter or repair shop Emissions The warning light lights up Emissions are deteriorating Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible The warning light flashes under certain cir cumstances This indicates that there is excessive m...

Page 100: ...lfunctions occur at once the messages are displayed consecutively The messages can be hidden for approx 8 seconds After this time they are displayed again automatically Temporary display Some Check Control messages are hidden au tomatically after approx 20 seconds The Check Control messages are stored and can be displayed again later Displaying stored Check Control messages Via iDrive 1 Vehicle in...

Page 101: ...gine speeds in the red warning field In this range the fuel supply is reduced to protect the engine Engine oil temperature Cold engine the pointer is at the low temperature end Drive at moderate engine and vehicle speeds Normal operating tempera ture the pointer is in the middle or in the left half of the temperature display Hot engine the pointer is at the high end of the temperature range In add...

Page 102: ...n NOTE With a driving range of less than 30 miles 50 km the engine may no longer have sufficient fuel Engine functions are not en sured anymore There is a risk of damage to property Refuel promptly Display With a low remaining range A Check Control message is displayed briefly The remaining range is shown on the Onboard Computer With a dynamic driving style for instance taking curves aggressively ...

Page 103: ... After the ignition is switched on the instrument cluster briefly displays available driving dis tance or time to the next scheduled mainte nance A service advisor can read out the current service requirements from your remote con trol Display Detailed information on service requirements More information on the type of service re quired may be displayed on the Control Dis play Via iDrive 1 Vehicle...

Page 104: ...t indicator the engaged gear is displayed Displaying Example Description Fuel efficient gear is set Shift into fuel efficient gear Speed Limit Info Speed Limit Info Concept Speed Limit Info shows the current maximum permitted speed in the instrument cluster General information The camera in the area of the interior mirror detects traffic signs at the edge of the road as well as variable overhead s...

Page 105: ...se to the vehicle in front of you When driving toward bright lights or strong reflections When the windshield in front of the interior mirror is fogged over dirty or covered by a sticker etc In the event of incorrect detection by the camera If the speed limits stored in the navigation system are incorrect In areas not covered by the navigation sys tem When roads differ from the navigation such as ...

Page 106: ...the Info Display of the instrument cluster Pressing the button re peatedly displays additional information Information at a glance Repeatedly pressing the button on the turn signal lever calls up the following information in the Info Display Range Average consumption fuel Current consumption fuel Average speed Date Speed Limit Info Depending on the equipment the time of arrival When destination gu...

Page 107: ...ard Computer Average speed Periods in which the vehicle is parked with the engine manually stopped are not included in the calculation of the average speed Resetting average values Press and hold button on turn signal lever Distance to destination Depending on the vehicle equipment the dis tance remaining to the destination is displayed if a destination is entered in the navigation sys tem before ...

Page 108: ... are reset Automatically reset all values are reset approx 4 hours after the vehicle has come to a standstill Sport displays General information On the Control Display the current values for performance and torque can be displayed if the vehicle is appropriately equipped Displaying sport displays Via iDrive 1 Vehicle info 2 Sport displays Speed warning Concept A speed limit can be set that when re...

Page 109: ...e format is stored Automatic time setting Depending on your vehicle s optional features the time date and if needed the time zone are updated automatically 1 Settings 2 Time Date 3 Auto time set Date Setting the date 1 Settings 2 Time Date 3 Date 4 Turn the Controller until the desired day is displayed 5 Press the Controller 6 Make the settings for the month and year The date is stored Setting the...

Page 110: ... vehicle position Concept If vehicle location has been activated the cur rent vehicle position can be displayed in the BMW Connected app or in the Connected Drive customer portal Activating deactivating Via iDrive 1 Settings 2 GPS tracking 3 GPS tracking Head up Display Concept This system projects important information into the driver s field of vision for instance the speed The driver can get in...

Page 111: ...function refer to page 66 Setting the rotation The screen of the Head up Display can be ro tated around its own axis Via iDrive 1 Settings 2 Head Up Display 3 Rotation 4 Turn the Controller until the desired set ting is selected 5 Press the Controller Settings are stored for the profile currently used Display visibility The visibility of the displays in the Head up Display is influenced by the fol...

Page 112: ...er s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop if necessary Controls Displays 112 Online Edition for Part no 01402983801 X 17 ...

Page 113: ...ytime running lights Parking lights Symbol Function Low beams Instrument lighting Parking lights low beams and roadside parking lights General information Position of switch If the driver s door is opened when the ignition is switched off the exterior lighting is automat ically switched off Parking lights Position of switch The vehicle is illuminated on all sides Do not use the parking lights for ...

Page 114: ...ght flasher is switched on after the radio ready state is switched off Setting the duration Via iDrive 1 Settings 2 Lighting 3 Pathway lighting 4 Set length of time The setting is stored for the driver profile cur rently used Automatic headlight control Concept The low beams are switched on and off auto matically depending on the ambient bright ness for instance in tunnels in twilight or if there ...

Page 115: ...ring light refer to page 115 Activating Position of switch The adaptive light functions are active when the engine is running Adaptive Light Control Depending on the steering angle and other pa rameters the light from the headlight follows the course of the road To avoid blinding oncoming traffic the Adap tive Light Control does not swivel to the oppo site lane when the vehicle is at a standstill ...

Page 116: ...turn signal lever System limits The high beam Assistant cannot serve as a substitute for the driver s personal judgment of when to use the high beams In situation that require this therefore switch off manually The system is not fully functional in the follow ing situations and driver intervention may be necessary In very unfavorable weather conditions such as fog or heavy precipitation When detec...

Page 117: ...ally Thumbwheel for the instrument lighting con trols brightness of some of these features Overview 1 Interior lights 2 Reading lights Switching the interior lights on off Press button To switch off permanently press the button and hold for approx 3 seconds Switching the reading lights on off Press button Depending on the vehicle equipment the reading lights are located next to the interior lights...

Page 118: ...Setting the brightness On the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Lighting 3 Brightness 4 Adjust the brightness Controls Lights 118 Online Edition for Part no 01402983801 X 17 ...

Page 119: ...he applicable laws and regulations must be observed Airbags 1 Front airbag driver 2 Front airbag front passenger 3 Head airbag 4 Side airbag 5 Knee airbag Front airbags Front airbags help protect the driver and the front passenger by responding to frontal im pacts in which safety belts alone would not provide adequate protection Side airbag In a lateral impact the side airbag supports the side of ...

Page 120: ...a person Dashboard and windshield on the front passenger side must stay clear do not at tach adhesive labels or coverings and do not attach brackets or cables for instance for GPS devices or mobile phones Do not apply adhesive materials to the air bag cover panels do not cover them or modify them in any way Do not use the cover of the front airbag on the front passenger side as a storage area Do n...

Page 121: ...nt passenger seat see Children Safety information WARNING To ensure the front seat passenger air bag function the system must be able to de tect whether a person is sitting in the front passenger seat The entire seat cushion area must be used for this purpose There is a risk of injuries or danger to life Make sure that the front passenger keeps his or her feet in the floor area Malfunction of the ...

Page 122: ...seat passenger airbag The explosive power that activates driver s front seat passenger airbags very much de pends on the positions of the driver s front passenger seat To maintain the accuracy of this function over the long term calibrate the front seats as soon as a respective message appears on the Con trol Display Calibrating the front seats WARNING There is a risk of jamming when moving the se...

Page 123: ...ge on the Control Display All wheels green System is active and will issue a warning re lated to the tire inflation pressures stored dur ing the last reset One to four yellow wheels A flat tire or major drop in the tire inflation pressure has occurred in the indicated tires Gray wheels It may not be possible to identify tire pressure losses Possible causes Malfunction The system is being reset Add...

Page 124: ...e The system has detected a wheel change but no reset was done No reset was performed for the sys tem The system issues a warning based on the tire inflation pressures stored during the last reset Inflation was not carried out accord ing to specifications The tire inflation pressure has fallen below the level of the last reset Measure 1 Check the tire pressure and correct as needed 2 Reset the sys...

Page 125: ...erform the reset If identification of flat tire damage is not possible please contact a dealer s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop 2 Repair the flat tire e g with a flat tire kit or by changing the wheel Use of sealant for instance from the flat tire kit may damage the TPM wheel electronics In this case have the electronics checked and re placed at the next opportun...

Page 126: ...the tire temperature falls again These circumstances may cause a warning when temperatures fall very sharply Sudden tire pressure loss The system cannot indicate sudden serious tire damage caused by external circumstances Failure to perform a reset The system does not function properly if a re set has not been carried out for instance a flat tire is reported though tire inflation pressures are cor...

Page 127: ...lluminated the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons including the installation of replace ment or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning prop erly Always check the TPMS malfunction tell tale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the ...

Page 128: ...tion a symbol with a Check Control message appears on the Control Display Symbol Possible cause There is a flat tire or a major loss in tire inflation pressure Measure 1 Reduce your speed and stop cautiously Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu vers 2 Check whether the vehicle is fitted with normal tires or run flat tires Run flat tires refer to page 243 are la beled with a circular symbol cont...

Page 129: ...teering properties Modify your driving style Avoid abrupt steer ing maneuvers or driving over obstacles for in stance curbs or potholes Final tire failure Vibrations or loud noises while driving can indi cate the final failure of a tire Reduce speed and stop otherwise pieces of the tire could come loose and cause an acci dent Do not continue driving Contact a dealer s service center or another qua...

Page 130: ...s off prior to tow starting towing Overview Button in the vehicle Intelligent Safety button Switching on off Some Intelligent Safety systems are automati cally active after every departure Some Intelli gent Safety systems activate according to the last setting Press button briefly The menu for the intelligent safety system is displayed The systems are individually switched off ac cording to their ...

Page 131: ...eds of up to 35 mph 60 km h Detection range Objects that the system can detect are taken into account Safety information WARNING The system does not relieve from per sonal responsibility to assess visibility and traf fic situation There is a risk of an accident Ad just driving style to traffic conditions Watch traffic closely and actively intervene where ap propriate WARNING Indicators and warning...

Page 132: ...e on the Control Display The selected time is stored for the driver pro file currently used Warning with braking function Display A warning symbol appears in the instrument cluster and in the Head up Display if a collision with a detected vehicle is imminent Symbol Measure Symbol lights up red prewarning Brake and increase distance Symbol flashes red and an acoustic signal sounds acute warning Bra...

Page 133: ...n might not come or might come late E g the following situations may not be de tected Slow moving vehicles when you approach them at high speed Vehicles that suddenly swerve in front of you or sharply decelerating vehicles Vehicles with an unusual rear appearance Two wheeled vehicles ahead of you Functional limitations The system may not be fully functional in the following situations In heavy fog...

Page 134: ...range Objects that the system can detect are taken into account Safety information WARNING The system does not relieve from per sonal responsibility to assess visibility and traf fic situation There is a risk of an accident Ad just driving style to traffic conditions Watch traffic closely and actively intervene where ap propriate WARNING Indicators and warnings do not relieve from personal respons...

Page 135: ... are stored for the driver profile currently in use Press button again All Intelligent Safety systems are switched on The LED lights up green Hold down button All Intelligent Safety systems are switched off The LED goes out Setting the warning time The warning time can be set Via iDrive 1 Settings 2 Frontal Coll Warning 3 Activate the desired time on the Control Display The selected time is stored...

Page 136: ...driver may cancel the braking intervention by stepping on the accelerator pedal or by ac tively moving the steering wheel Object detection can be restricted Follow the limitations of the detection range and func tional restrictions System limits Safety information WARNING The system can react not at all too late incorrectly or without justification due to the system limits There is a risk of accid...

Page 137: ...s starting at approx 6 mph 10 km h to ap prox 35 mph 60 km h and assists with braking before a collision The system reacts to people who are within the detection range of the system Detection range The detection area in front of the vehicle is div ided into two areas Central area arrow 1 directly in front of the vehicle Expanded area arrow 2 to the right and left of the central area A collision is...

Page 138: ...heir individual settings Adjust as needed The individual settings are stored for the driver profile currently in use Press button again All Intelligent Safety systems are switched on The LED lights up green Hold down button All Intelligent Safety systems are switched off The LED goes out Warning with braking function Display If a collision with a person detected in this way is imminent a warning s...

Page 139: ...ns outside of the detection range Pedestrians having a body size less than 32 in 80 cm Functional limitations The system may not be fully functional or may not be available in the following situations In heavy fog wet conditions or snowfall In tight curves If the driving stability control systems are deactivated for instance DSC OFF If the field of view of the camera or the windshield are dirty or...

Page 140: ... detected by the system in dark yellow Range of object detection with good ambient conditions Pedestrian detection up to approx 330 ft 100 m Detection of large animals up to approx 490 ft 150 m Detection of medium animals up to ap prox 230 ft 70 m Environmental influences can limit the availa bility of object detection If the vehicle systems detect that the vehicle is located in a residential area...

Page 141: ...profile currently in use Press button again All Intelligent Safety systems are switched on The LED lights up green Hold down button All Intelligent Safety systems are switched off The LED goes out Switching on heat image additionally The heat image from the Night Vision camera can also be displayed on the Control Display This function has no effect on object detec tion Press button The image from ...

Page 142: ...ian warning in the instrument display Acute warning animal warning in the instrument cluster Acute warning animal warning in the instrument display Symbol lights up yellow Prewarning Symbol lights up red and a signal sounds Acute warning The displayed symbol may vary and shows the side of the road on which the person or animal was detected Display in the Head up Display The warning is displayed si...

Page 143: ...pt The lane departure warning alerts when the vehicle on roads with lane markings is about to leave the lane General information Depending on the country version the system issues a warning at speeds between 35 mph 55 km h and 45 mph 70 km h When switching on the system below this speed a message is displayed in the instru ment cluster Warnings are issued by means of a steering wheel vibration The...

Page 144: ...idual settings are stored for the driver profile currently in use Press button again All Intelligent Safety systems are switched on The LED lights up green Hold down button All Intelligent Safety systems are switched off The LED goes out Display in the instrument cluster Lines system is activated Arrows at least one lane marking was detected and warnings can be issued Display in the instrument dis...

Page 145: ...d with stickers etc During calibration of the camera immedi ately after vehicle delivery Active Blind Spot Detection Concept Active Blind Spot Detection detects vehicles in the blind spot or vehicles approaching from behind in the adjacent lane A warning is is sued in various gradations in these situations General information Two radar sensors in the rear bumper monitor the area behind and next to...

Page 146: ...switched on the last time the engine was stopped Switching on off manually Press button briefly The menu for the intelligent safety system is displayed The systems are individually switched off ac cording to their respective set tings LED lights up orange or goes out respec tive to their individual settings Adjust as needed The individual settings are stored for the driver profile currently in use...

Page 147: ...wn In heavy fog wet conditions or snowfall In tight curves or on narrow lanes If the bumper is dirty iced up or covered for instance by stickers If cargo protrudes A Check Control message is displayed when the system is not fully functional Brake force display Concept Additional brake lights indicate emergency braking to the traffic behind This can reduce the risk of a rear end collision General i...

Page 148: ... either output an incorrect warning or no warning at all When the clock is set incorrectly When the vehicle speed is mainly below about 43 mph 70 km h With a sporty driving style such as during rapid acceleration or when cornering fast In active driving situations such as when changing lanes frequently When the road surface is poor In the event of strong side winds The system is reset approx 45 mi...

Page 149: ...y belt before continuing on your trip PostCrash Concept In the event of an accident the system can bring the vehicle to a halt automatically without intervention by the driver in certain situations This can reduce the risk of a further collision and the consequences thereof Harder vehicle braking It can be necessary to bring the vehicle in cer tain situations to a halt quicker To do this for a sho...

Page 150: ... Control this system ensures that the brakes respond even more rapidly when braking in critical situations Drive off assistant Concept This system supports driving off on uphill grades The parking brake is not required Driving off with the drive off assistant 1 Hold the vehicle in place with the foot brake 2 Release the foot brake and drive off with out delay After the foot brake is released the v...

Page 151: ...ndersteering Dynamic Traction Control DTC refer to page 152 is a version of the DSC where for ward momentum is optimized Safety information WARNING The system does not relieve from per sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa tion Based on the limits of the system it can not independently react to all traffic situations There is a risk of an accident Adjust driving style to traffic conditi...

Page 152: ... to briefly activate DTC under the following special circumstances When driving in slush or on uncleared snow covered roads When freeing vehicle from deep snow or driving off from loose ground When driving with snow chains Deactivating activating DTC Dynamic Traction Control Activating DTC Press button TRACTION is displayed in the instru ment cluster and the indicator light for DSC OFF lights up D...

Page 153: ...s speed constant Only use HDC in low gears or in selector lever position D or R Increasing or decreasing vehicle speed Specify desired speed in the range from ap prox 4 mph 6 km h to approx 15 mph 25 km h using the rocker switch of the cruise control on the steering wheel Vehicle speed can be changed by lightly accelerating Press the rocker switch up to the point of resistance the speed increases ...

Page 154: ...reduces undesirable vehicle mo tion when using a dynamic driving style or trav eling on uneven road surfaces This enhances the driving dynamics and driv ing comfort depending on the road surface condition and driving style Programs The system offers several different programs Select the programs via the Driving Dynamics Control SPORT SPORT Consistently sporty control of the shock ab sorbers for gr...

Page 155: ...ation and when driving in curves To increase vehicle stability activate DSC again as soon as possible Deactivating DSC DSC OFF Press and hold this button but not lon ger than approx 10 seconds until the indicator light for DSC OFF lights up in the in strument cluster and displays DSC OFF The DSC system is switched off Activating DSC Press button DSC OFF and the DSC OFF indicator light go out Indic...

Page 156: ...s activated SPORT Consistently sporty tuning of the suspension and drivetrain for greater driving agility with maximum driving stabilization Activating SPORT Press button repeatedly until SPORT is displayed in the instrument cluster Configuring SPORT When the display is activated on the Control Display refer to page 157 the SPORT driving mode can be set After the SPORT driving mode is activated se...

Page 157: ...ECO PRO Make the desired settings Displays in the instrument cluster Selected program The instrument cluster displays the selected program Program selection Pressing the button displays a list of the selectable programs Depending on your vehicle s op tional features the list in the in strument cluster can differ from the illustration shown Display on the Control Display Program changes can be disp...

Page 158: ... on the driving settings the features of the cruise control can change in certain areas Safety information WARNING The system does not relieve from per sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa tion Based on the limits of the system it can not independently react to all traffic situations There is a risk of an accident Adjust driving style to traffic conditions Watch traffic closely and act...

Page 159: ...e interior mirror serves to detect vehicles Keep the windshield in front of the interior mir ror clean and clear Functional requirements Speed range The system is best used on well constructed roads The minimum speed that can be set is 20 mph 30 km h The maximum speed that can be set depends on the vehicle The system can also be activated when sta tionary Switching on off and interrupting cruise c...

Page 160: ...or an extended period for instance on a road with very little traffic without curb or shoulder markings If the detection range of the radar is im paired for instance by dirt or heavy fog After a stationary period of approx 3 sec onds when the vehicle has been braked to a stop by the system Setting the speed Maintaining storing the speed Press the rocker switch while the system is in terrupted When...

Page 161: ...rmation An interrupted cruise control can be continued by calling up the stored speed Make sure that the difference between current speed and stored speed is not too large before calling up the stored speed Otherwise unin tentional braking or accelerating may occur In the following cases the stored speed value is deleted and cannot be called up again When the system is switched off When the igniti...

Page 162: ... not adequate for the system to work The system was deactivated but applies the brakes until you actively resume control by pressing on the brake pedal or accelerator pedal Symbol flashes red and a signal sounds Brake and make an evasive maneuver if necessary Displays in the Head up Display Some system information can also be dis played in the Head up Display Distance information The symbol is dis...

Page 163: ...river intervene by braking and carrying out evasive maneuvers if needed Cornering If the desired speed is too high for a curve the speed is reduced slightly although curves can not be anticipated in advance Therefore drive into a curve at an appropriate speed The system has a limited detection range Sit uations can arise in tight curves where a vehi cle driving ahead will not be detected or will b...

Page 164: ...desired speed can be ad justed using the buttons on the steering wheel The system maintains the desired speed The system accelerates and brakes automatically as needed General information Depending on the driving settings the features of the cruise control can change in certain areas Safety information WARNING The system does not relieve from per sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa ti...

Page 165: ...pting automatically The system is automatically interrupted in the following situations When the driver applies the brakes When selector lever position D is disen gaged Dynamic Traction Control DTC is activated or DSC Dynamic Stability Control is deacti vated If DSC Dynamic Stability Control inter venes When HDC Hill Descent Control is acti vated When SPORT is activated with Driving Dynamics Contr...

Page 166: ...difference between current speed and stored speed is not too large before calling up the stored speed Otherwise unin tentional braking or accelerating may occur In the following cases the stored speed value is deleted and cannot be called up again When the system is switched off When the ignition is switched off Calling up stored speed Press button The stored speed is reached again and main tained...

Page 167: ...tance to the object of approx 5 ft 1 50 m When a collision is imminent Safety information WARNING The system does not relieve from per sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa tion Based on the limits of the system it can not independently react to all traffic situations There is a risk of an accident Adjust driving style to traffic conditions Watch traffic closely and actively intervene w...

Page 168: ...NING Signal tones An intermittent tone indicates when the vehi cle is approaching an object E g if an object is detected to the left rear of the vehicle a sig nal tone sounds from the left rear speaker The shorter the distance to the object the shorter the intervals If the distance to a detected object is less than approx 10 inches 25 cm a continuous tone is sounded With front PDC if objects are s...

Page 169: ...s or cargo With objects with corners and sharp edges With objects with a fine surface structure such as fences For objects with porous surfaces If cargo protrudes Low objects already displayed for instance curbs can move into the blind area of the sensors before or after a continuous tone sounds False warnings The system may issue a warning under the fol lowing conditions even though there is no o...

Page 170: ... the vehicle is equipped accordingly button in the vehicle Park assistance button Camera The camera lens is located in the handle of the tailgate The image quality may be impaired by dirt If necessary clean the camera lens Switching on off Switching on automatically The system is switched on automatically if se lector lever position R is engaged when the en gine is running Automatic deactivation d...

Page 171: ...ngly ob stacles are highlighted Pathway lines Pathway lines can be superimposed on the im age of the rearview camera Pathway lines help you to estimate the space required when parking and maneuvering on level roads Pathway lines depend on the current steering angle and are continuously adjusted to the steering wheel movements Turning radius lines Turning radius lines can only be superimposed on th...

Page 172: ... the Controller System limits Detection of objects Very low obstacles as well as high protruding objects such as ledges may not be detected by the system If the vehicle is equipped accordingly some assistance functions also consider data from PDC Park Distance Control Follow the notes in the PDC Park Distance Control chapter The objects displayed on the Control Display may be closer than they appe...

Page 173: ...e image quality may be impaired by dirt If required clean the camera lenses Functional requirements Top View can be used only to a limited extent in the following situations With a door open With the tailgate open With an exterior mirror folded in In poor light The unavailable camera range is depicted by shading Switching on off Switching on automatically The system is switched on automatically if...

Page 174: ...ing is reached and press the Controller Displaying the turning radius and pathway lines The static red turning radius line shows the space needed to the side of the vehicle when the steering wheel is turned all the way The variable green pathway line assists you in assessing the amount of space ac tually needed to the side of the vehicle The lane line depends on the engaged gear and the current st...

Page 175: ... refer to page 279 Switching on off Switching on off manually Press button Depending on the transmission position the picture of the front or rear camera is displayed Switching off automatically By switching into a different function or when changing gears Front Side View when a certain driving dis tance or speed is exceeded Display General information The traffic area in front of or behind the ve...

Page 176: ...do not estimate the distance from the objects on the display The viewing angle is approx 180 Parking assistant Concept This system assists the driver in parking paral lel to the road General information Parking assistant handling is divided into three steps Switching on and activating Parking space search Parking Ultrasound sensors measure parking spaces on both sides of the vehicle The parking as...

Page 177: ...m speed while driving forward ap prox 22 mph 35 km h Maximum distance to row of parked vehi cles 5 ft 1 5 m Suitable parking space Gap between two objects with a minimum length of approx 5 ft 1 5 m Min length of gap between two objects your vehicle s length plus approx 4 ft 1 2 m Minimum depth approx 5 ft 1 5 m For parking Doors and tailgate are closed The parking brake is released Driver s safety...

Page 178: ... switch on the parking assistant refer to page 177 Acti vate the parking assistant if needed Parking assistant is activated 2 Pass the row of parked vehicles at a speed of up to approx 22 mph 35 km h and at a distance of maximum 5 ft 1 5 m The status of the parking space search and possible parking spaces are displayed on the Control Display refer to page 178 3 Follow the instructions on the Contr...

Page 179: ...nforma tion regarding the system limits and actively intervene if needed No parking assistance The parking assistant does not offer assis tance in the following situations In tight curves Functional limitations The system may not be fully functional in the following situations On bumpy road surfaces such as gravel roads On slippery ground On steep uphill or downhill grades With accumulations of le...

Page 180: ... before or after a continuous tone sounds Parking spaces that are not suitable may be detected or suitable parking spaces may not be detected at all Malfunction A Check Control message is displayed The parking assistant failed Have the system checked by a dealer s service center or an other qualified service center or repair shop Controls Driving comfort 180 Online Edition for Part no 01402983801 ...

Page 181: ...r a microfilter and a climate control system for regulating temperature air flow and recirculated air mode In addition there are other functions which de pend on the vehicle s equipment for instance microfilter activated charcoal filter automatic climate control with automatic recirculated air control AUC and parked car ventilation Automatic climate control 1 Air distribution left 2 Temperature le...

Page 182: ...eps it constant Settings Turn the ring to set the desired temperature Do not rapidly switch between different tem perature settings Otherwise the automatic cli mate control will not have sufficient time to ad just the set temperature Air conditioning Concept The air in the car s interior will be cooled and dehumidified and depending on the tempera ture setting warmed again The car s interior can o...

Page 183: ...he but ton decrease or increase intensity The selected intensity is shown on the display of the automatic climate control Automatic recirculated air control recirculated air mode Concept The automatic recirculated air control AUC detects odors or pollutants in the outside air The outside air supply is shut off and the inte rior air is recirculated General information If the system is activated a s...

Page 184: ...ram Concept The system enables the transfer of current settings on the driver s side for temperature air flow air distribution and the AUTO pro gram to the front passenger side and to the left and right rear Switching on off The program is also switched off if the settings on the front passenger side or in the rear are changed Residual heat Concept The heat stored in the engine is used to heat the...

Page 185: ...rcoal filter The microfilter removes dust and pollen from the incoming air The activated charcoal filter removes gaseous pollutants from the outside air that enters the vehicle Have this combined filter changed during vehi cle maintenance refer to page 262 Ventilation Front ventilation Thumbwheels to vary the ventilation tem perature in the upper body region arrow 1 Toward blue colder Toward red w...

Page 186: ...urn toward the front activate the heater and distribute the air in the floor area Turn toward the rear distribute the air in the storage area between the seats The heater is not ready for operation without switching on the fan After the heater is switched off the fan can be used to circulate the interior air for instance at high tempera tures To do this switch on the fan arrow 1 and turn the thumb...

Page 187: ...the engine is running Switching on off Press button The LED is illuminated with the sys tem switched on Air flows out of the vents to the upper body re gion The vents need to be open for this AUTO program Concept Air flow air distribution and temperature are controlled automatically Switching on off Press button The LED lights up when the system is switched on Depending on the selected temperature...

Page 188: ... Parked car ventilation Departure time preselected depends on the internal external and set desired tem perature Direct operation does not depend on the external temperature Battery is sufficiently charged If parked car ventilation is switched on the vehicle battery will be discharged Thus limit the maximum activation time to save the vehicle battery The system will be available again after the en...

Page 189: ...on the automatic climate con trol lights up when the departure time is acti vated The symbol on the automatic climate con trol flashes when the system has been switched on The system will only be switched on within the next 24 hours After that it needs to be reacti vated Climate control Controls 189 Online Edition for Part no 01402983801 X 17 ...

Page 190: ... stored functions for the sake of security Safety information WARNING Body parts can be jammed when operat ing remote controlled systems such as the garage door using the integrated Universal Remote Control There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to property Make sure that the area of movement of the respective system is clear during programming and operation Also follow the safety information...

Page 191: ...res a rolling code radio system Read the system s owner s manual or press the programmed button on the interior mirror longer If the LED on the interior mirror starts flashing rapidly and then stays lit constantly for 2 seconds the system features a rolling code radio system Flashing and continuous illumi nation of the LED will repeat for approximately 20 seconds For systems with a rolling code ra...

Page 192: ... is clear during programming and operation Also follow the safety information of the hand held trans mitter The system such as the garage door can be operated using the button on the interior mirror while the engine is running or when the ignition is started To do this hold down the button within receiving range of the system until the function is activated The interior mirror LED stays lit while ...

Page 193: ...e lighter or socket cover again after using the socket Front Overview The cigarette lighter is located next to the ash tray Operation Push in the cigarette lighter The cigarette lighter can be re moved as soon as it pops back out Rear Overview The cigarette lighter is located in the rear cen ter console Operation Push in the cigarette lighter The cigarette lighter can be re moved as soon as it pop...

Page 194: ... damage to property Only connect battery chargers for the vehicle battery to the starting aid terminals in the engine compart ment NOTE If metal objects fall into the socket they can cause a short circuit There is a risk of damage to property Replace the cigarette lighter or socket cover again after using the socket Front center console Slide the cover forward Remove the cover or cigarette lighter...

Page 195: ...inst mechanical damage Due to the large number of USB media available on the market it cannot be guar anteed that every device is operable on the vehicle Do not expose USB media to extreme envi ronmental conditions such as very high temperatures refer to the owner s manual of the device Due to the many different compression techniques proper playback of the media stored on the USB storage device c...

Page 196: ...n both sides arrows 2 Removing The cover can be removed to load bulky lug gage 1 Press button arrow 1 to unlock the cover 2 Pull the cover back arrow 2 Installing Slide the cover forward horizontally into the two side brackets until it audibly engages The red warning fields disappear Tug on the cover to check if it is properly locked in place Enlarging the cargo area Concept The cargo area can be ...

Page 197: ...traint system fits securely against the backrest If possible ad just the backrest tilt for all affected backrests and correctly adjust the seats Make sure that seats and backrests are securely engaged or locked If possible adjust the height of the head restraints or remove them NOTE Vehicle parts can be damaged when folding down the rear backrest There is a risk of damage to property Make sure tha...

Page 198: ...ki and snowboard bag is contained in a protective jacket in the cargo area Follow the installation and owner s manual in cluded in the protective jacket Controls Interior equipment 198 Online Edition for Part no 01402983801 X 17 ...

Page 199: ...to property Do not use anti slip pads Storage compartments The following storage compartments are avail able in the car s interior Glove compartment on the front passenger side refer to page 199 Glove compartment on the driver s side refer to page 200 Compartments in the doors refer to page 200 Storage compartment on the center con sole refer to page 200 Storage compartment third row of seats refe...

Page 200: ...jury Al ways close the glove compartment immedi ately after using it Opening Pull the handle Closing Fold cover closed Compartments in the doors WARNING Breakable objects such as glass bottles or glasses can break in the event of an acci dent or a braking or evasive maneuver Broken glass can be scattered in the car s interior There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to property Do not use any b...

Page 201: ...ds up Closing Fold the respective cover down until it latches Connection for an external audio device An external audio device for in stance an MP3 player can be connected via the AUX IN port or the USB audio interface in the center armrest Rear Overview A storage compartment is located in the center armrest between the seats Opening 1 Pull the strap and fold down the center armrest 2 Pull the han...

Page 202: ... of injury or risk of damage to property Use light weight un breakable and sealable containers Do not transport hot beverages Do not force objects into the cup holder Front Overview In the center console Slide the cover forward Two cup holders are located in the center con sole Rear Safety information NOTE With an open cup holder the center arm rest cannot be folded back up There is a risk of dama...

Page 203: ...re that they will not obstruct the driver s view WARNING Improper use of the clothes hooks can lead to a risk of objects flying about during braking and evasive maneuvers There is a risk of injury and risk of damage to property Only hang lightweight objects for instance clothing articles from the clothes hooks General information The clothes hooks are located in the grab han dles in the rear Stora...

Page 204: ... strap is available on the left side trim for fastening small objects Net Smaller objects can be stored in the net on the left side of the cargo area Storage compartment on the right side A waterproof storage compartment is available on the right side of the cargo area Left side storage compartment Pull the handle Lashing eyes in the cargo area To secure the cargo refer to page 213 there are lashi...

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Page 207: ...Driving tips This chapter provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating modes Online Edition for Part no 01402983801 X 17 ...

Page 208: ...o not exceed the maximum engine and road speed For gasoline engine 4 500 rpm and 100 mph 160 km h For diesel engine 3 500 rpm and 93 mph 150 km h Avoid full load or kickdown under all circum stances From 1 200 miles 2 000 km The engine and vehicle speed can gradually be increased Tires Tire traction is not optimal due to manufactur ing circumstances when tires are brand new they achieve their full...

Page 209: ...engine may run less smoothly Noises and a slight amount of smoke com ing from the exhaust gas system even af ter the engine is switched off A somewhat higher engine speed is neces sary to reach usual performance Climate comfort windshield The marked area is not covered with heat re flective coating Use this area for garage door openers devices for electronic toll collection etc Mobile communicatio...

Page 210: ...s floor area Use floor mats that are suitable for the vehicle and can be safely attached to the floor Do not use loose floor mats and do not layer several floor mats Make sure that there is sufficient clear ance for the pedals Ensure that the floor mats are securely fastened again after they were re moved for instance for cleaning Driving in wet conditions When roads are wet salted or in heavy rai...

Page 211: ... with the vehicle before starting a trip do not take risks while driv ing Adjust the speed to the road surface con ditions The steeper and more uneven the road surface the slower the speed should be When driving on steep uphill or downhill grades add engine oil and coolant up to near the MAX mark Uphill and downhill grades can be traveled up to no more than 50 On steep downhill grades use Hill Des...

Page 212: ...into the car s interior for instance in the event of an accident or during braking and evasive maneuvers Vehicle occupants can be hit and injured There is a risk of injury Stow and secure objects and cargo properly NOTE Fluids in the cargo area can cause dam age There is a risk of damage to property Make sure that no fluids leak in the cargo area Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate t...

Page 213: ...s not occupied secure each of the outer safety belts in the opposite buckle If necessary fold down the rear backrests to stow cargo Do not stack cargo above the top edge of the backrests Smaller and lighter cargo secure with ratchet straps or with a cargo net or draw straps Larger and heavy cargo secure with cargo straps Lashing eyes in the cargo area There are four lashing eyes in the cargo area ...

Page 214: ...ving with roof load for instance with roof mounted luggage rack driving safety may not be ensured in driving critical situa tions due to the elevated center of gravity There is a risk of accidents or risk of damage to property Do not deactivate Dynamic Stability Control DSC when driving with roof load Securing Follow the installation instructions of the roof rack Loading Because roof mounted lugga...

Page 215: ... Drive cautiously and avoid sudden acceler ation and braking maneuvers Take corners gently Loading Driving tips 215 Online Edition for Part no 01402983801 X 17 ...

Page 216: ...ached parts on the vehicle impair the aero dynamics and increase the fuel consumption Close the windows and glass sunroof Driving with the glass sunroof and windows open results in increased air resistance and thereby reduces the range Tires General information Tires can affect fuel consumption in various ways for instance tire size may influence fuel consumption Check the tire inflation pressure ...

Page 217: ...tions such as seat heating and the rear window defroster require a lot of energy and reduce the range especially in city and stop and go traffic Switch off these functions if they are not needed The ECO PRO driving program supports the energy conserving use of comfort features These functions are automatically deactivated partially or completely Have maintenance carried out Have the vehicle mainta...

Page 218: ... to be fuel efficient That is it is possible to deviate slightly from the set temperature or to heat or cool the car s interior more slowly to economize on fuel con sumption The mirror heating is made available when ex ternal temperatures are very cold Coasting To activate coasting Coasting Fuel efficiency can be optimized by disengag ing the engine and coasting with the engine idling Deactivate t...

Page 219: ...le as long as the mark moves within the blue range Gray display modify driving style for in stance by backing off the accelerator pedal The display turns blue as soon as all conditions for driving with optimized fuel efficiency are met ECO PRO tip driving tip The arrow indicates that your driving style can be modified to be more fuel efficient for instance by backing off the accelerator Activating...

Page 220: ...continues traveling with the engine idling to reduce fuel consumption Selector lever position D remains engaged This driving condition is referred to as coast ing As soon as you step on the brake or accelera tor pedal the engine is automatically coupled again General information Coasting is a component of the ECO PRO driv ing mode Coasting is automatically activated when ECO PRO mode is called via...

Page 221: ...isplay The coasting driving condition is displayed in EfficientDynamics Info while this driving mode is active Color code blue arrow 1 and symbol arrow 2 driving condition coasting Displaying EfficientDynamics info 1 Vehicle info 2 EfficientDynamics 3 EfficientDynamics info Deactivating the function manually The function can be deactivated in the Config ure ECO PRO menu for instance to use the bra...

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Page 223: ... In order to always ensure your mobility you will find important information on operating fluids wheels and tires maintenance and Roadside Assistance in the following Online Edition for Part no 01402983801 X 17 ...

Page 224: ...ormation Follow the fuel recommendation refer to page 226 prior to refueling In vehicles with a diesel engine the filler neck is designed for refueling at diesel fuel pumps Safety information NOTE With a driving range of less than 30 miles 50 km the engine may no longer have sufficient fuel Engine functions are not en sured anymore There is a risk of damage to property Refuel promptly Fuel cap Ope...

Page 225: ...r another qualified service center or repair shop Follow the following when refueling General information When refueling insert the filler nozzle com pletely into the filler pipe Lifting up the fuel pump nozzle during refueling causes Premature switching off Reduced return of the fuel vapors The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks off the first time Follow safety regulations posted at ...

Page 226: ...y information NOTE Do not press the Start Stop button after refueling with the wrong fuel Furthermore the catalytic converter is permanently damaged There is a risk of damage to property Do not refuel or add the following in the case of gaso line engines Leaded gasoline Metallic additives for instance manganese or iron Do not press the Start Stop button after refuel ing with the wrong fuel Contact...

Page 227: ...press the Start Stop button after refuel ing with the wrong fuel Contact a dealer s service center or another qualified service cen ter or repair shop Low Sulfur Diesel The engine of your BMW is designed for diesel with low sulfur content Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel ASTM D 975 xx xx comply with the current standard in each case Use only Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel The fraction of biodiesel in the fuel mus...

Page 228: ...ys in the instrument cluster Reserve indication This display in the instrument cluster provides information about the distance that can still be driven with the current reserve level Do not continue driving to the limit of the re maining travel distance It is not possible to re start the engine after switching it off Light white refill with diesel exhaust fluid at the next op portunity Light yello...

Page 229: ...ons on the contain ers Avoid the contact of articles of clothing skin or eyes with operating materials Do not refill operating materials into different bottles Store operating materials out of reach of chil dren NOTE The diesel exhaust fluid ingredients are very aggressive There is a risk of damage to property Avoid contact of diesel exhaust fluid with surfaces of the vehicle Suitable diesel exhau...

Page 230: ...r repair shop Safety information WARNING After adding an incorrect fluid for in stance antifreeze for washer fluid the system can heat and ignite There is a risk of fire and injuries Do not add incorrect fluids Do not start the engine after adding an incorrect fluid After filling diesel exhaust fluid Reserve indication The Reserve display will still ap pear along with the remaining range after ref...

Page 231: ...e dis posed of at a dealer s service center or another qualified service center or re pair shop Do not dispose of empty bottles with house hold waste unless this is permitted by local regulations Fuel Mobility 231 Online Edition for Part no 01402983801 X 17 ...

Page 232: ...es at the ambient temperature The tire inflation pres sure values apply to tire sizes approved by the manufacturer of the vehicle for the vehicle type To identify the correct tire inflation pressure please note the following Tire sizes of your vehicle Maximum permitted driving speed Checking the tire inflation pressure General information Tires heat up while driving The tire inflation pressure inc...

Page 233: ... tire inflation pressure label on the driver s door pillar Do not exceed a speed of 100 mph 160 km h Tire inflation pressure values up to 100 mph 160 km h X5 sDrive35i X5 xDrive35i X5 xDrive50i X5 xDrive35d with two rows of seats Tire size Pressure specifications in bar PSI Specifications in bar PSI with cold tires 255 55 R 18 109 H M S XL A S RSC 255 55 R 18 109 H M S XL RSC 2 3 33 2 8 41 255 50 ...

Page 234: ... 35 R 20 110 W XL RSC 2 7 39 Front 275 40 R 20 106 V M S XL RSC 2 4 35 Tire size Pressure specifications in bar PSI Rear 315 35 R 20 110 V M S XL RSC 2 7 39 Front 285 35 R 21 105 Y XL RSC 2 4 35 Rear 325 30 R 21 108 Y XL RSC 2 9 42 X5 xDrive50i with three rows of seats Tire size Pressure specifications in bar PSI Specifications in bar PSI with cold tires 255 55 R 18 109 H M S XL A S RSC 255 55 R 1...

Page 235: ...A S RSC 255 55 R 18 109 H M S XL RSC 2 6 38 3 1 45 255 50 R 19 107 H M S XL A S RSC 255 50 R 19 107 H M S XL RSC 2 8 41 3 3 48 Front 255 50 R 19 107 W XL RSC 2 8 41 Rear 285 45 R 19 111 W XL RSC 3 0 44 Front 275 40 R 20 106 W XL RSC 2 8 41 Tire size Pressure specifications in bar PSI Rear 315 35 R 20 110 W XL RSC 3 0 44 Front 275 40 R 20 106 V M S XL RSC 2 8 41 Rear 315 35 R 20 110 V M S XL RSC 3 ...

Page 236: ...RSC 2 5 36 3 0 44 255 50 R 19 107 H M S XL A S RSC 255 50 R 19 107 H M S XL RSC 2 7 39 3 2 46 Tire size Pressure specifications in bar PSI Front 255 50 R 19 107 W XL RSC 2 7 39 Rear 285 45 R 19 111 W XL RSC 3 0 44 Front 275 40 R 20 106 W XL RSC 2 7 39 Rear 315 35 R 20 110 W XL RSC 3 0 44 Front 275 40 R 20 106 V M S XL RSC 2 7 39 Rear 315 35 R 20 110 V M S XL RSC 3 2 46 Front 285 35 R 21 105 Y XL R...

Page 237: ...RSC 2 8 41 3 3 48 Front 255 50 R 19 107 W XL RSC 2 8 41 Rear 285 45 R 19 111 W XL RSC 3 0 44 Tire size Pressure specifications in bar PSI Front 275 40 R 20 106 W XL RSC 2 8 41 Rear 315 35 R 20 110 W XL RSC 3 0 44 Front 275 40 R 20 106 V M S XL RSC 2 8 41 Rear 315 35 R 20 110 V M S XL RSC 3 2 46 Front 285 35 R 21 105 Y XL RSC 2 8 41 Rear 325 30 R 21 108 Y XL RSC 3 2 46 Emergency wheel T 155 90 D 18...

Page 238: ... tires 255 55 R 18 109 H M S XL A S RSC 255 55 R 18 109 H M S XL RSC 2 5 36 3 0 44 Tire size Pressure specifications in bar PSI 255 50 R 19 107 H M S XL A S RSC 255 50 R 19 107 H M S XL RSC 2 7 39 3 2 46 Front 255 50 R 19 107 W XL RSC 2 7 39 Rear 285 45 R 19 111 W XL RSC 3 0 44 Front 275 40 R 20 106 W XL RSC 2 7 39 Rear 315 35 R 20 110 W XL RSC 3 0 44 Front 285 35 R 21 105 W XL RSC 2 7 39 Rear 325...

Page 239: ...espectively Speed letter Q up to 100 mph 160 km h R up to 106 mph 170 km h S up to 112 mph 180 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 Y up to 186 mph 300 km h Tire Identification Number DOT code DOT xxxx xxx 3817 xxxx manufacturer code for the tire brand xxx tire size and tire design 3817 tire age Tires with DOT codes meet the guide...

Page 240: ...istance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the ma terial of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger vehicle tires must mee...

Page 241: ...rrect tire storage Safety information WARNING Damaged tires can lose tire inflation pressure which can lead to loss of vehicle control There is a risk of an accident If tire damage is suspected while driving immedi ately reduce speed and stop Have wheels and tires checked For this purpose drive carefully to the nearest dealer s service center or an other qualified service center or repair shop Hav...

Page 242: ...rand new they achieve their full traction potential after a break in time Drive conservatively for the first 200 miles 300 km Retreaded tires WARNING Retreaded tires can have different tire casing structures With advanced age the serv ice life can be limited There is a risk of an acci dent The manufacturer of your vehicle does not recommend the use of retreaded tires The manufacturer of your vehic...

Page 243: ...The wheels consist of tires that are self sup porting to a limited degree and possibly spe cial rims The support of the sidewall allows the tire to remain drivable to a restricted degree in the event of a tire inflation pressure loss Follow the instructions for continued driving with a flat tire Safety information WARNING Your vehicle handles differently with a run flat with no or low inflation pr...

Page 244: ...n objects if they are visibly protruding from the tire Pull the speed limit sticker off the sealant container and apply it to the steering wheel The use of a sealant can damage the TPM wheel electronics In this case have the TPM wheel electronics replaced at the next opportunity The compressor can be used to check the tire inflation pressure Storage The Mobility System is located behind the left s...

Page 245: ...s and odor less In enclosed areas exhaust gases can also accumulate outside of the vehicle There is danger to life Keep the exhaust pipe free and ensure sufficient ventilation NOTE The compressor can overheat during ex tended operation There is a risk of damage to property Do not run the compressor for more than 10 minutes Filling 1 Shake the sealant container 2 Pull the connection hose fully out ...

Page 246: ...ressure of 2 bar cannot be reached contact your dealer s service cen ter or another qualified service center or repair shop Stowing the Mobility System 1 Unscrew the filling hose of the sealant con tainer from the tire valve 2 Pull the compressor connector out of the socket inside the vehicle 3 Unscrew the connection hose of the com pressor from the sealant container 4 Connect the filling hose of ...

Page 247: ...iciently tight Re tighten as needed according to the snow chain manufacturer s in structions Fine link snow chains The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends use of fine link snow chains Certain types of fine link snow chains have been tested by the manufacturer of the vehicle and recommended as road safe and suitable Information regarding suitable snow chains is available from a dealer s service...

Page 248: ...k can slip away There is a risk of injury If possi ble change the wheel on a flat solid and slip resistant surface WARNING The vehicle jack is optimized for lifting the vehicle and for the jacking points on the vehicle only There is a risk of injury Do not lift any other vehicle or cargo using the vehicle jack WARNING If the vehicle jack is not inserted into the jacking point provided for this pur...

Page 249: ...neces sary turn the adapter until it fits on the lug bolt 2 Screw on the lug bolt The tightening tor que is 140 Nm 3 Remove the adapter and stow it after screwing on the lug bolt Preparing the vehicle Park the vehicle on solid and non slip ground at a safe distance from traffic Switch on the hazard warning system Set the parking brake Engage a gear or move the selector lever to position P As soon ...

Page 250: ... jack 1 Hold the vehicle jack with one hand ar row 1 and grasp the vehicle jack crank with your other hand arrow 2 2 Insert the vehicle jack into the rectangular recess of the jacking point closest to the wheel to be changed 3 Extend the vehicle jack by turning the vehi cle jack crank or lever clockwise 4 Take your hand away from the vehicle jack as soon as the vehicle jack is under load and conti...

Page 251: ...vehicle 6 Remove the vehicle jack and stow it se curely After the wheel change 1 Tighten the lug bolts crosswise The tight ening torque is 101 lb ft 140 Nm 2 Stow the nonworking wheel in the cargo area if necessary The nonworking wheel cannot be stored under the cargo floor panel because of its size 3 Check tire inflation pressure at the next op portunity and correct as needed 4 Reinitialize the r...

Page 252: ...ency wheel 2 Vehicle jack 3 Vehicle jack crank 4 Lug bolt wrench Removing the emergency wheel 1 Remove the tool holder 2 Unscrew the wing nut arrow 1 3 Remove the washer arrow 2 to the side 4 Remove the emergency wheel Inserting the emergency wheel 1 Insert the emergency wheel 2 Insert the washer 3 Screw on and tighten the wing nut 4 Insert the tool holder in the emergency wheel 5 Insert the cargo...

Page 253: ...washer fluid 2 Vehicle identification number 3 Jump starting positive battery terminal 4 Coolant reservoir 5 Jump starting negative battery terminal 6 Oil filler neck 7 Diesel engine Container for diesel exhaust fluid Hood Safety information WARNING Improperly executed work in the engine compartment can damage vehicle compo nents and impair vehicle functions There is a risk of personal and propert...

Page 254: ... locked hood can open while driving and restrict visibility There is a risk of an accident Stop immediately and cor rectly close the hood WARNING Body parts can be jammed when open ing and closing the hood There is a risk of in jury Make sure that the area of movement of the hood is clear during opening and closing NOTE Folded away wipers can be jammed when the hood is opened There is a risk of da...

Page 255: ...e hood Let the hood drop from a height of approx 16 inches 40 cm and push down on it to lock it fully The hood must engage on both sides Engine compartment Mobility 255 Online Edition for Part no 01402983801 X 17 ...

Page 256: ...oil level that is too low causes engine damage There is a risk of damage to property Immediately add engine oil NOTE Too much engine oil can damage the en gine or the catalytic converter There is a risk of damage to property Do not add too much engine oil When too much engine oil is added have the engine oil level corrected by a deal er s service center or another qualified service center or repai...

Page 257: ...age is dis played in the instrument cluster The quantity to be added is indicated in the message dis played in the instrument cluster Only add suitable types of engine oil refer to page 258 Safely park the vehicle and switch off the igni tion before adding engine oil Take care not to add too much engine oil Safety information WARNING Operating materials for instance oils greases coolants fuels can...

Page 258: ...rmation about suitable engine oil rat ings and viscosities of engine oils can be re quested from a dealer s service center or an other qualified service center or repair shop Alternative engine oil types If an engine oil suitable for continuous use is not available up to 1 US quart liter of an en gine oil with the following oil rating can be added Gasoline engine BMW Longlife 01 API SL API SM or A...

Page 259: ...an cause increased engine wear and thus engine damage There is a risk of damage to property Do not exceed the service data in dicated in the vehicle The vehicle manufacturer recommends that you have a dealer s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop change the engine oil Engine oil Mobility 259 Online Edition for Part no 01402983801 X 17 ...

Page 260: ...alding There is a risk of injury Only open the cooling system with the engine cooled down WARNING Additives are harmful and incorrect addi tives can damage the engine There is a risk of injury and risk of damage to property Do not allow additives to come into contact with skin eyes or articles of clothing Use suitable addi tives only Coolant level General information If there is no Min and Max mar...

Page 261: ...n open it 3 If the coolant is low slowly add coolant up to the specified level do not overfill 4 Turn the lid until there is an audible click The arrows on the coolant reservoir and the lid must point towards one another 5 Have the cause of the coolant loss elimi nated as soon as possible Disposal Comply with the relevant environmen tal protection regulations when dispos ing of coolant and coolant...

Page 262: ...corresponding to your user profile General information Information on service requirements refer to page 103 can be displayed on the Control Dis play Service data in the remote control Information on the required maintenance is continuously stored in the remote control The dealer s service center can read this data out and suggest a maintenance scope for the vehi cle Therefore hand the service adv...

Page 263: ...osis be limited to a dealer s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop or other persons that have the specialized training and equip ment for purposes of properly utilizing the socket for Onboard Diagnosis Position There is an OBD socket on the driver s side for checking the primary components in the vehi cle s emissions Emissions The warning light lights up Emissions are ...

Page 264: ...kit Wiper blade replacement Safety information NOTE The window may sustain damage if the wiper falls onto it without the wiper blade in stalled There is a risk of damage to property Hold the wiper firmly when changing the wiper blade Do not fold or switch on the wiper with out a wiper blade installed NOTE Folded away wipers can be jammed when the hood is opened There is a risk of damage to propert...

Page 265: ...m a dealer s service center or another qualified service cen ter or repair shop Follow the safety information refer to page 265 Light emitting diodes LEDs Some items of equipment use light emitting diodes installed behind a cover as a light source These light emitting diodes are related to conventional lasers and are officially desig nated as Class 1 light emitting diodes Follow the safety informa...

Page 266: ...the light have the headlights checked Headlight setting The headlight adjustments can be affected by changing lights and bulbs After the headlight adjustment was changed have it checked and if necessary corrected by a dealer s service center or another qualified service center or re pair shop Front lights bulb replacement Xenon headlights General information Because of the long life of these bulbs...

Page 267: ...the lid 3 Turn the bulb clockwise to remove it 4 Insert the new bulb and attach the cover in the reverse order Turn signal in exterior mirror The turn signals in the exterior mirrors feature LED technology In the case of a malfunction contact a dealer s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop Front fog lights cornering lights Safety information Follow the safety informati...

Page 268: ...trol messages displayed which relate to comfort features will disappear Safety information NOTE Vehicle batteries that are not compatible can damage vehicle systems and impair vehi cle functions There is a risk of personal and property damage Only vehicle batteries that are compatible with your vehicle type should be installed in your vehicle Information on compatible vehicle batteries is availabl...

Page 269: ...and information on the fuse types and locations are stored in the fuse box in the cargo area Safety information WARNING Incorrect and repaired fuses can overload electrical lines and components There is a risk of fire Never attempt to repair a blown fuse Do not replace a nonworking fuse with a sub stitute of another color or amperage rating In the car s interior Loosen fasteners arrows and open co...

Page 270: ...or technical reasons the Emergency Request cannot be guaranteed under unfavorable con ditions Overview SOS button in the roofliner Functional requirements The SIM card integrated in the vehicle has been activated The radio ready state is switched on The Assist system is functional Initiating an Emergency Request automatically Under certain conditions for instance if the air bags trigger an Emergen...

Page 271: ...speak ers the BMW Response Center may still be able to hear you The BMW Response Center ends the Emer gency Request Roadside Assistance Service availability Roadside Assistance can be reached around the clock in many countries You can obtain as sistance there in the event of a vehicle break down Roadside Assistance The Roadside Assistance phone number can be viewed via iDrive or a connection to Ro...

Page 272: ...hicles a short circuit can occur during jump starting There is a risk of damage to property Make sure that no body contact oc curs Preparation 1 Check whether the battery of the other ve hicle has a voltage of 12 volts The voltage information can be found on the battery 2 Switch off the engine of the assisting vehi cle 3 Switch off any electronic systems power consumers in both vehicles Starting a...

Page 273: ...starting attempt is not success ful wait a few minutes before making an other attempt in order to allow the dis charged battery to recharge 3 Let both engines run for several minutes 4 Disconnect the jumper cables in the re verse order Check the battery and recharge if needed Tow starting and towing Safety information WARNING Due to system limits individual functions can malfunction during tow sta...

Page 274: ...Tow bar The tow fittings used should be on the same side on both vehicles Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting the tow bar at an offset angle please follow the following Maneuvering capability is limited going around corners The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it is secured with an offset Tow rope When starting to tow the vehicle make sure that the tow rope is taut Use nylon ropes ...

Page 275: ...starting Steptronic transmission Do not tow start the vehicle Tow starting the engine is not possible due to the transmission Have the reasons for the starting difficulties corrected by a dealer s service center or an other qualified service center or repair shop Breakdown assistance Mobility 275 Online Edition for Part no 01402983801 X 17 ...

Page 276: ...h pressure washer Distances and temperature Maximum temperature 140 60 Minimum distance from sensors cameras seals 12 inches 30 cm Minimum distance from glass sunroof 31 5 in 80 cm Automatic vehicle washes Safety information NOTE Improper use of automatic vehicle washes can cause damage to the vehicle There is a risk of damage to property Follow the following instructions Give preference to cloth ...

Page 277: ...ble care products are available from a dealer s service center or another qualified service center or re pair shop Safety information WARNING Cleansers can contain substances that are dangerous and harmful to your health There is a risk of injury When cleaning the in terior open the doors or windows Only use products intended for cleaning vehicles Fol low the instructions on the container Vehicle ...

Page 278: ...hem The heat generated during braking dries brake discs and brake pads and protects them against corrosion Chrome surfaces Carefully clean components such as the radia tor grille or door handles with an ample supply of water possibly with shampoo added partic ularly when they have been exposed to road salt Rubber components Environmental influences can cause surface soiling of rubber parts and a l...

Page 279: ...mats can be removed from the car s inte rior for cleaning If the floor carpets are very dirty clean with a microfiber cloth and water or a textile cleaner To prevent matting of the carpet rub back and forth in the direction of travel only Sensor camera lenses To clean sensors and camera lenses use a cloth moistened with a small amount of glass detergent Displays Screens protective glass of the Hea...

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Page 281: ...Reference This chapter contains the technical data and an index that will quickly take you to the information you need Online Edition for Part no 01402983801 X 17 ...

Page 282: ... be found in the approval documents on labels on the vehicle or can be obtained from a dealer s service center or another qualified service cen ter or repair shop The information in the vehicle documents al ways has priority over the information in this Owner s Manual Dimensions The dimensions can vary depending on the model version equipment or country specific measurement method The specified he...

Page 283: ...e load lbs kg 3 590 1 628 Approved roof load capacity lbs kg 220 100 X5 xDrive50i Approved gross vehicle weight lbs kg 6 460 2 930 Load lbs kg 1 110 503 Approved front axle load lbs kg 2 950 1 338 Approved rear axle load lbs kg 3 670 1 665 Approved roof load capacity lbs kg 220 100 X5 xDrive35d Approved gross vehicle weight lbs kg 6 330 2 871 Load lbs kg 1 110 503 Approved front axle load lbs kg 2...

Page 284: ...Capacities US gal liters Notes Fuel tank approx 22 4 85 0 Fuel quality refer to page 226 Reference Technical data 284 Online Edition for Part no 01402983801 X 17 ...

Page 285: ...d here Updates made after the editorial deadline These chapters of the printed Owner s Manual contain updates made after the editorial dead line Information vehicle identification number refer to page 12 Appendix Reference 285 Online Edition for Part no 01402983801 X 17 ...

Page 286: ...on lug bolts 249 App BMW Driver s Guide 34 Approach control warning with City light braking func tion 131 Approach control warning with light braking func tion 133 Approved axle load 283 Apps see Owner s Handbook for Navigation Entertain ment Communication 6 Arrival time 107 Ashtray 192 Assistance when driving off 150 AUTO H button 80 AUTO H button see Auto matic Hold 80 AUTO intensity 183 Automat...

Page 287: ...are 279 Camera rearview cam era 170 Camera Side View 175 Camera Top View 173 Can holder see Cup holder 202 Care displays 279 Care vehicle 277 Care washing the vehi cle 276 Cargo 212 Cargo area 196 Cargo area enlarging 196 Cargo area loading 213 Cargo area storage compart ments 203 Cargo cover 196 Cargo stowing and secur ing 213 Cargo straps 213 Carpet care 279 Catalytic converter see Hot exhaust g...

Page 288: ... Cruise control active with Stop Go function 158 Cruise control with distance control see Active cruise control ACC 158 Cruise control without dis tance control see Cruise control 164 Cruising range 102 Cup holder 202 Current fuel consump tion 103 D Damage tires 241 Data memory 9 Data technical 282 Date 109 Date display 102 Daytime running lights 115 DCC see Cruise control 164 Defrosting see Windo...

Page 289: ...ompartment work ing in 253 Engine coolant 260 Engine idling when driving coasting 220 Engine oil 256 Engine oil adding 257 Engine oil additives 258 Engine oil change 259 Engine oil filler neck 257 Engine oil temperature 101 Engine oil types alterna tive 258 Engine oil types suitable 258 Engine start jump start ing 272 Engine start see Starting the engine 76 Engine stop 77 Engine temperature 101 En...

Page 290: ...ent 202 Glass sunroof initialize the system 56 Glass sunroof see Panoramic glass sunroof 54 Glove compartment 199 GPS geolocation vehicle po sition 110 GPS navigation see Owner s Handbook for Navigation Entertainment Communica tion 6 Gross vehicle weight ap proved 283 H Handbrake see Parking brake 79 Hand held transmitter alter nating code 191 Hands free kit see Owner s Handbook for Navigation Ent...

Page 291: ... of the center console 18 In the vicinity of the roof liner 19 In the vicinity of the steering wheel 16 J Jacking points for the vehicle jack 250 Jam protection system glass sunroof 55 Jam protection system win dows 53 Jump starting 272 K Key remote control 41 Keyless Go see Comfort Ac cess 43 Key Memory see Personal Profile 48 Key see Remote control 38 Kickdown Steptronic trans mission 89 Knee ai...

Page 292: ...tertainment Com munication 6 Multifunctional instrument display 94 Multifunction steering wheel buttons 16 Music hard disk see Owner s Handbook for Navigation Entertainment Communica tion 6 N Navigation see Owner s Manual for Navigation En tertainment and Communi cation 6 Neck restraints front see Head restraints 64 Neck restraints rear see Head restraints 65 Neutral cleaner see Wheel cleaner 278 ...

Page 293: ...Exhaust gas particulate filter 209 Radiator fluid 260 Radio operated key see Re mote control 41 Radio operated remote con trol opening closing 38 Radio ready state 75 Radio see Owner s Manual for Navigation Entertain ment and Communication 6 Rain sensor 84 Rapeseed oil methyl ester RME 227 Ratchet straps 213 Rear automatic climate con trol 186 Rear center armrest 201 Rear drink holder 202 Rear lig...

Page 294: ...vice CBS 262 Service requirements dis play 103 Services ConnectedDrive see Owner s Manual for Navigation Entertainment and Communication 6 SET button see Active Cruise Control ACC 158 SET button see Cruise con trol 164 Settings locking unlock ing 50 Settings on Control Dis play 109 Shifting Steptronic transmis sion 87 Shift paddles on the steering wheel 90 Shift point indicator 96 Side airbags 119...

Page 295: ...play for ex ternal temperature 102 Temperature engine oil 101 Terminal starting aid 272 Theft alarm system see Alarm system 51 Thermal camera see Night Vision 139 Thigh support 58 Third row of seats 62 Tilt alarm sensor 52 Time 109 Time of arrival 107 Tire damage 241 Tire identification marks 239 Tire inflation pressure 232 Tire inflation pressure moni tor see FTM 127 Tire pressure 232 Tire Pressu...

Page 296: ...exterior mirror see Active Blind Spot Detection 145 Warning messages see Check Control 97 Warning triangle 271 Warranty 8 Washer fluid 86 Washer nozzles wind shield 85 Washer system 83 Washing the vehicle 276 Water on roads 209 Weights 283 Welcome lights 114 Welcome lights during un locking 39 Wheel cleaner 278 Wheels changing 241 Wheels everything on wheels and tires 232 Wheels Flat Tire Monitor ...

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