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ba8_e70ag.book Seite 1 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 X5 xDrive30i X5 xDrive48i X5 xDrive35d X6 xDrive 35i X6 xDrive 50i X5 M X6 M Owner's Manual for Vehicle Congratulations, and thank you for choosing a BMW. Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide you with enhanced control and security when you drive it.
ba8_e70ag.book Seite 2 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 © 2009 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich, Germany Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. US English VI/09, 09 07 500 Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling. Online Edition for Part no.
Notes Reporting safety defects At a glance 10 16 21 22 Cockpit iDrive Letters and numbers Voice activation system Controls 26 43 55 59 71 82 Opening and closing Adjusting Transporting children safely Driving Everything under control Technology for comfort, convenience and safety 102 Lamps 107 Climate 115 Practical interior accessories Mobility 224 229 239 244 246 250 261 Refueling Wheels and tires Under the hood Maintenance Care Replacing components Giving and receiving assistance Reference 268 Techn
Notes ba8_e70ag.book Seite 4 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Notes About this Owner's Manual Symbols used We have made every effort to ensure that you are able to find what you need in this Owner's Manual as quickly as possible. The fastest way to find specific topics is to refer to the detailed index at the back of the manual. If you wish to gain an initial overview of your vehicle, you will find this in the first chapter.
Editorial notice BMW pursues a policy of continuous, ongoing development that is conceived to ensure that our vehicles continue to embody the highest quality and safety standards combined with advanced, state-of-the-art technology. For this reason, it is possible that the features described in this Owner's Manual could differ from those on your vehicle. For your own safety Maintenance and repairs Advanced technology, e.g.
Notes ba8_e70ag.book Seite 6 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 California Proposition 65 Warning California laws require us to issue the following warning: Engine exhaust and a wide variety of automobile components and parts, including components found in the interior furnishings in a vehicle, contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects and reproductive harm.
At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 7 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Reporting safety defects For US customers The following applies only to vehicles owned and operated in the US. Driving tips Controls If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, NHTSA, in addition to notifying BMW of North America, LLC, P.O.
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ba8_e70ag.book Seite 9 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 At a glance This overview of buttons, switches and displays is intended to familiarize you with your vehicle's operating environment. The section will also assist you in becoming acquainted with the control concepts and options available for operating the various systems. Online Edition for Part no.
Cockpit ba8_e70ag.book Seite 10 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Cockpit Around the steering wheel: controls and displays 1 Rear window safety switch 38 2 Opening and closing windows 37 3 Folding exterior mirrors in and out* 52 4 Adjusting exterior mirrors 52 Automatic curb monitor* 53 5 Instrument lighting 105 Fog lamps 105* 10 Online Edition for Part no.
14 Buttons on steering wheel Telephone*: Automatic headlamp control* 102 Adaptive Head Light* 103 High-beam assistant* 104 Head-Up Display* 100 Activating/deactivating voice activation system* 22 Turn signals 67 Changing the radio station Selecting a music track Scrolling through the redial list High beams, headlamp flasher 67 High-beam assistant* 104 Next entertainment source Roadside parking lamps* 104 Recirculated-air mode, 110 Time, date, outside temperature, Check Control 71, 78 Steering wheel
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Indicator and warning lamps The concept In the case of corresponding urgency, this information is displayed immediately when the related lamp lights up. Indicator lamps without text messages At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 13 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Some lamps are tested for proper function by briefly lighting up during starting of the engine or when the ignition is switched on.
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3 Reading lamps 106 4 Glass sunroof 38, 40 5 Interior lamps 106 6 Passenger airbag status lamp 98 7 Control Display 16 Displays for menu navigation 8 Hazard warning flashers 9 Central locking system 27 10 Opening glove compartment 118 11 Automatic climate control with 2-zone control 108 Automatic climate control with 4-zone control* 112 Manual air distribution 110 Automatic air distribution and volume 108 Cooling function 110 AUC Automatic recirculated-air control 110 Maximum cooling 110 15
iDrive ba8_e70ag.book Seite 16 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 iDrive iDrive combines the functions of a large number of switches. This allows these functions to be operated from a central position. The following section provides an introduction to basic menu navigation. The control of the individual functions is described in connection with the relevant equipment. Controls 1 Control Display 2 Controller with buttons You can use the buttons to open the menus directly.
Button Function MENU Open the main menu RADIO Open the Radio menu CD Open the CD/Multimedia menu NAV Open the Navigation menu TEL Open the Telephone menu BACK Display the previous menu OPTION Opening the Options menu Operating principle All iDrive functions can be accessed via the main menu. Selecting a menu item The message is automatically hidden after approx. 10 seconds. Opening the main menu Press the button. The main menu is displayed. 2. Press the controller.
ba8_e70ag.book Seite 18 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 iDrive 3. Press the controller to confirm the setting. The scroll bar on the right side indicates whether additional menu items or settings can be selected that are currently not visible.< Example: setting the clock 1. Press the MENU button. The main menu is displayed. White arrows pointing to the left or right indicate that additional windows can be opened. 2. Turn the controller until "Settings" is highlighted, and then press the controller.
6. Turn the controller to set the minutes and press the controller. 1. Press the OPTION button. 2. "Switch off Control display" > To switch on, press the controller. Reception strength of the wireless network, depends on the mobile phone > Incoming, outgoing or missed call > SMS* received 3 Additional information, e.g. from the computer, can be displayed on the right side of the split screen. Display for: On the split screen, this information remains visible even when you change to another menu.
iDrive ba8_e70ag.book Seite 20 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Programmable memory buttons Certain iDrive functions can be stored on the programmable memory buttons and called up directly, e.g. radio stations, navigation destinations, phone numbers and entry points into the menu. Storing functions Displaying detailed information 1. Highlight the function via the iDrive. 2. Press the desired button longer than two seconds. ... for Touch button period. ...
At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 21 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Letters and numbers Entering letters and numbers Controls 1. Turn the controller: select the letters or numbers. 2. Select additional letters or numbers if needed. 3. "OK": confirm entry.
Voice activation system ba8_e70ag.book Seite 22 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Voice activation system* The concept The voice activation system allows you to control operation of various vehicle systems without ever removing your hands from the steering wheel. Individual menu items on the Control Display can be spoken as commands. This frees you of having to use the controller.
2. Press the button on the steering wheel. 3. Select the music track, e.g.: {C D track 4} System says: {{Track 4}} Setting the voice dialog You can set whether the system should use the standard dialog or a shorter variant. In the shorter variant of the voice dialog, the prompts and responses from the system are abbreviated. 1. "Settings" > When selecting a radio station, use the common pronunciation of the station name.
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ba8_e70ag.book Seite 25 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Controls This chapter is intended to provide you with information for complete control of your vehicle. Its extensive array of features and accessories, both for driving and for your own safety, comfort and convenience, are described here. Online Edition for Part no.
Opening and closing ba8_e70ag.book Seite 26 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Opening and closing Keys/remote control New remote controls To obtain additional or replace lost keys, new remote controls with an integrated key are available at your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center. Personal Profile The concept Each remote control contains a battery which is automatically charged in the ignition lock while driving.
> Welcome lamps, refer to page 102 The system simultaneously engages and releases the locks on the following: > Pathway lighting, refer to page 103 > Daytime driving lamps*, refer to page 103 > High-beam assistant*, refer to page 104 > Doors > liftgate > Fuel filler door > PDC Park Distance Control*: optical warning, refer to page 83 Operating from outside > Top View*: optical warning, refer to page 85 > using the door lock > Rear view camera*: > Selecting functions, refer to page 86 > Type of displ
Opening and closing ba8_e70ag.book Seite 28 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Setting unlocking behavior You can set whether the first press of the button unlocks only the driver's door or the entire vehicle. You can also use this function to locate your vehicle in parking garages etc. Panic mode* You can also trigger the alarm system in case of danger: 1. "Settings" 2. "Door locks" 3. "Unlock button" Press the button for at least 3 seconds. Switch off alarm: press any button.
Do not lock the vehicle from the outside if persons are inside because unlocking from the inside is not possible without special knowledge.< Controls If it is no longer possible to lock the vehicle using the remote control, then the battery is discharged. Use this remote control during an extended drive; this will recharge the battery, refer to page 26. Opening and closing: Using door lock The transmitter and receiver units comply with part 15 of the FCC/Federal Communication Commission regulations.
Opening and closing ba8_e70ag.book Seite 30 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Opening and closing: From inside Unlocking and opening > Either unlock the doors together with the button for the central locking system and then pull the door handle above the armrest or > pull on the door handle of each door twice: the first time unlocks the door, the second time opens it.
Closing Opening from outside The handle recesses on the interior trim of the liftgate make it easier to pull down. If pointed or sharp-edged objects could strike the rear window while driving, be sure to provide protection around all edges. Failure to do so could result in damage to the heating conductors of the rear window.< Automatic liftgate operation* Press the button on the liftgate or the button on the remote control for approx. 1 second: The liftgate opens somewhat. It can be swung upward.
Opening and closing ba8_e70ag.book Seite 32 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Opening liftgate Closing liftgate The liftgate opens automatically when you: Make sure that the closing path of the liftgate is clear, otherwise injuries may result.< > Press the button on the outside of the liftgate when the vehicle is unlocked. Function requirement: The tailgate is closed. > Press the button in the center console. The liftgate closes automatically when you press the button on the inside of the liftgate.
BMW X5: tailgate Opening 3. Turn the controller until the desired opening height is selected. Opening liftgate At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 33 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 The liftgate opens automatically when you: Pull the lever and swing the tailgate downward. The open tailgate can support loads of up to 550 lbs./250 kg.< Closing > Press the button in the center console. Driving tips Controls > Press the button on the outside of the liftgate when the vehicle is unlocked.
Opening and closing ba8_e70ag.book Seite 34 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Closing liftgate Alarm system Make sure that the closing path of the liftgate is clear, otherwise injuries may result.
Indicator lamp displays Avoiding unintentional alarms The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor may be switched off at the same time. This prevents unintentional alarms, e.g. in the following situations: At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 35 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Switching off tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor > The indicator lamp flashes after locking: the doors, hood, or liftgate are not properly closed.
Opening and closing ba8_e70ag.book Seite 36 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 > The engine can only be started if the vehicle detects that the remote control is located in the vehicle. Comparison with ordinary remote control You can control the functions mentioned previously with the comfort access or by pressing the buttons on the remote control. Therefore, please familiarize yourself with the information on opening and closing beginning on page 26 beforehand.
At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 37 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Before driving into a car wash The vehicle can roll if you proceed according to the following steps: 1. Insert remote control into ignition lock. 2. Depress brake pedal. 4. Release the parking brake. 5. Switch off the engine. 6. Leave the remote control in the ignition lock. 3. Lay in new battery with positive side facing upward.
Opening and closing ba8_e70ag.book Seite 38 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Separate switches for the rear windows are located in the rear. Safety switch For information on using convenience operation at the door lock or with the remote control, refer to page 28 or 29. For information on comfort closing with comfort access, refer to page 36. After switching off ignition You can still operate the windows with the remote control removed or the ignition switched off for approx.
Raising, opening, closing Opening and closing sunroof and sliding visor together Briefly press the switch beyond the resistance point twice consecutively. Briefly pressing the switch stops the motion. At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 39 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Opening, closing Sliding visor You can move the sliding visor independently with the sunroof closed or raised. > Slide the switch back to the resistance point. The sliding visor opens as long as you keep the switch in this position.
Opening and closing ba8_e70ag.book Seite 40 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 The roof closes without the pinch protection system. Following interruptions in electrical power supply After a power loss, the sunroof may only respond to the raise command. Then have the system initialized. BMW recommends having this work carried out by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center. Moving manually* In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can move the sunroof manually: 4.
leave the vehicle, otherwise children could, for example, operate the roof and injure themselves.< Automatic opening and closing Briefly press the switch beyond the resistance point. The following movements are also automatic: At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 41 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Opening, closing > Slide the switch back to the resistance point. The glass sunroof and the sliding visor open together as long as you continue to hold the switch in this position.
Opening and closing ba8_e70ag.book Seite 42 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 2. Within about 4 seconds, slide the switch forward again beyond the resistance point and hold it there. The roof closes without the pinch protection system. 3. Release and disconnect the motor plug. This significantly reduces the effort required for the manual movement. Following interruptions in electrical power supply After a power loss, the sunroof may only respond to the raise command. Then have the system initialized.
At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 43 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Adjusting Head restraint Always maintain an adequate distance between yourself and the airbags. Always hold the steering wheel by its rim with hands at the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock positions, to minimize the risk of injuries to your hands and arms in the event of airbag deployment. No one and nothing is to come between the airbags and the seat occupant. Do not use the cover of the front airbag on the front passenger side as a storage area.
Adjusting ba8_e70ag.book Seite 44 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 the upper body area periodically to readjust the tension, in order to avoid a reduction in the restraint of the safety belt. If the center safety belt in the rear is used, the larger backrest half must be locked, refer to page 124, otherwise the center safety belt has no restraining action.< Pull the lever and slide the seat to the desired position.
Height Additional depending on seat: The upper hips and spinal column receive supplementary support to help you maintain a relaxed, upright sitting position. > Increase or decrease curvature: press front or rear section of switch. > Shift curvature up or down: press upper or lower section of switch.
Adjusting ba8_e70ag.book Seite 46 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 3. Press the button: The LED in the button lights up. 4. Press the desired memory button 1 or 2: the LED goes out. The positions of the driver's seat, the exterior mirrors, and steering wheel are stored for the remote control currently in use. The adjusting procedure is canceled if you briefly press a seat-adjusting switch or one of the memory buttons. Selecting automatic activation 1. "Settings" 2. "Door locks" 3.
Removal and installation of the front head restraints should be performed by a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center.< Front seats: height adjustment Controls > Back: press the button and slide the headrest cushion toward the rear. Do not place any objects behind the headrest cushion. Otherwise, you can impair the proper function of the head restraint.< Comfort seat* You can adjust the distance from the back of the seat occupant's head using the shoulder support, refer to page 45.
Adjusting ba8_e70ag.book Seite 48 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 BMW X5: rear seats and 3rd row seats*, adjusting height Longitudinal direction* > To raise: pull up. 1. Pull the lever and slide the seat into the desired position. > To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and push the head restraint downward. 2. Release the lever and move the seat slightly forward or back so that it engages properly. In vehicles equipped with 3rd row seats, the height of the middle head restraint is not adjustable.
1. Push down the head restraint, refer to page 48. 3rd row seats* The 3rd row seats are divided and offer space for two persons. Folding up backrest Safety belts To ensure that the safety systems continue to provide optimized protection, observe the adjustment instructions on page 43.< Before every drive, make sure that safety belts are being worn at all of the occupied seats. Airbags complement the safety belt as an additional safety device, but they do not represent a substitute. 2.
Adjusting ba8_e70ag.book Seite 50 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Safety belt reminder for driver's seat and passenger seat The indicator lamp lights up and a signal sounds. A message also appears on the Control Display. Please check whether the safety belt is correctly fastened. The safety belt reminder is operative at speeds above approx. 5 mph/8 km/h. It can also be activated if objects are placed on the passenger seat. Releasing 1. Grasp the belt firmly. 2. Press the red button in the buckle. 3.
Rear Temperature distribution without active seat ventilation The heat output can be distributed variously in the seat cushion and the backrest. At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 51 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 2. Select "Seat heating distribution" and press the controller. The heat output can be distributed variously in the seat cushion and the backrest. 1. Press button 1. 2. Select "Seat heating distribution" and press the controller.
Adjusting ba8_e70ag.book Seite 52 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Active seat* The seat cushion is actively varied by alternately raising and lowering the right and left half of the seat cushion. This reduces muscular tension and fatigue to help prevent lower back pain. Press the button to switch on; the LED lights up. The action of the system is reduced and if need be, switched off in order to reduce the load on the battery. The LED remains lit.
Tilting down passenger-side exterior mirror – automatic curb monitor* Interior and exterior mirrors, automatic dimming feature* Activating At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 53 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 This feature is controlled by two photocells in the interior rearview mirror, one on the front and one on the back. Slide switch into the passenger side mirror position, arrow 2.
Adjusting ba8_e70ag.book Seite 54 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Power adjustment* The steering wheel can be adjusted in four directions. Storing steering wheel positions, refer to Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory on page 45. Easy entry/exit* To facilitate entry and exit, the steering wheel temporarily moves into the uppermost position. Steering wheel heating* Press the button. When the steering wheel heater is switched on, the LED in the button lights up. 54 Online Edition for Part no.
Children younger than 13 years of age or with a height under 5 ft/150 cm may only be transported on the 2nd row seats in child restraint devices which correspond to the age, weight and height of the child. Otherwise there is an increased danger of injury in an accident.< BMW X5: before mounting a child restraint device in the center seat of the 2nd row seats, move the outer seat cushions and backrests into the rearmost positions.
Transporting children safely ba8_e70ag.book Seite 56 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Child seat security Before attaching the child's seat, pull the belt away from the region of the child restraint fixing system. Make sure that the LATCH mounts have properly clicked into place and that the child restraint device is resting snugly against the backrest. Otherwise, the protective action may be reduced.
5 Backrest 6 Tether strap of child restraint device Controls When using the cargo bay cover, route the tether strap through between the backrest of the 2nd row seats and the cargo bay cover. BMW X6 Navigation Make sure that the tether strap is not routed over sharp edges and does not twist on its way to the attachment point; otherwise, the belt cannot properly secure the child restraint device in the event of an accident.
Transporting children safely ba8_e70ag.book Seite 58 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 On the center seat when equipped with three rows of seats: 1. Slide the head restraint upward. 2. Guide the tether strap between the head restraint brackets. 3. Hook in the tether strap on the mounting point with the hook. 4. Slide the head restraint into the bottom position. Attaching tether strap to the backrest of the 2nd row seats BMW X5: 5. Pull tether strap taut. BMW X6: 1.
Driving Start/Stop button With comfort access, only insert the remote control into the ignition lock in exceptional cases, refer to page 35. Removing remote control from ignition lock Do not pull the remote control out of the ignition lock using force, as otherwise damage may result.< Before removing the remote control, first press it in as far as possible to release the locking device. The ignition is switched off if it was still switched on.
Driving ba8_e70ag.book Seite 60 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 The ignition switches off automatically* if the driver's door is opened. Pressing the start/stop button again switches the ignition back on. Remote control in ignition lock or with comfort access in vehicle, refer to page 35. For example, the ignition is not switched off in the following situations: 2. Press the Start/Stop button.
If exceptional circumstances should make it necessary to set the parking brake while the vehicle is in motion, pull on the button longer. The vehicle continues to brake forcefully for as long as you pull on the button. Your BMW is equipped with an electromechanical parking brake. The parking brake is primarily intended to prevent the vehicle from rolling while parked.
Driving ba8_e70ag.book Seite 62 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 automatically held in place when standing. When driving up inclines, the system prevents your vehicle from rolling backward in an undesired way. After the engine is started, the system can be activated and deactivated at any time the driver's seat is occupied until the next time the engine is switched off. Activating The indicator lamp in the instrument panel lights up in green. Indicator lamp on Canadian models.
3. Insert the releasing tool, contained in the onboard tool kit under the floor panel, refer to page 250, at the releasing point. Driving tips Before leaving the vehicle with the engine running, shift the selector lever into position P of the automatic transmission and make sure that the parking brake is set. Otherwise, the vehicle may begin to roll.< Malfunction If the parking brake fails or malfunctions, secure the vehicle against rolling, e.g. with a wheel chock, if you leave the vehicle.
Driving ba8_e70ag.book Seite 64 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Procedure 1. Switch on the ignition. 2. Press the button with the brake depressed. The indicator lamp in the instrument panel goes out as soon as the parking brake is ready for operation again. Indicator lamp on Canadian models. > With the vehicle stationary, depress the brake pedal before shifting out of P or N; otherwise the shift command will not be executed: shiftlock.
R Reverse Sport program and manual mode M/S Select only with the vehicle stationary. An interlock prevents inadvertent gearshifts into transmission position R. To release the lock, push the unlock button 1. At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 65 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 N Neutral Can, for example, be engaged in automatic car washes. The vehicle can roll. N remains engaged even after the engine is switched off whenever you leave the remote control in the ignition lock.
ba8_e70ag.book Seite 66 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Driving Releasing 1. Slide back the cover of the cup holder and remove the floor mat on the bar between the cup holders, arrow 1. > Upshifting: pull on one of the shifting paddles, arrows +. > Downshifting: press on one of the shifting paddles, arrows –.
Locking Signaling briefly Press lever to resistance point and hold for as long as you wish to signal. At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 67 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Triple turn signal activation You can activate or deactivate this function. 1. "Settings" 2. "Lighting" 3. "Triple turn signal" Information on jump starting and towing, from page 262. Turn signals/headlamp flasher/high beams Triple turn signal activation is activated and is stored for the remote control currently in use.
Driving ba8_e70ag.book Seite 68 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Switching on wipers Pull the lever upward, arrow 1. The lever automatically returns to its initial position when released. Normal wiper speed Press once. The system reverts to operation in the intermittent mode with the vehicle stationary. Fast wiper speed Press twice or press beyond the resistance point. The system reverts to normal speed with the vehicle stationary.
All washer nozzles are supplied from one reservoir. Fill with water and – if required – with a washer antifreeze, according to manufacturer's recommendations. In order to maintain the mixture ratio, mix the washer fluid before filling.< Capacity 1 Storing speed and maintaining or increasing 2 Storing speed and maintaining or decreasing 3 Deactivating cruise control 4 Resuming stored speed Maintaining current speed Briefly press, arrow 1, or briefly pull, arrow 2 lever.
Driving ba8_e70ag.book Seite 70 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 > Each time the lever is pressed beyond the resistance point, the desired speed increases by a maximum of 5 mph or 10 km/ h. The system stores the setting and maintains the set speed. Accelerating with lever > when the parking brake is set > when driving stability control systems intervene Accelerating does not deactivate the cruise control. After releasing the accelerator pedal, the stored speed is reached and maintained again.
At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 71 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Everything under control Retrieving date To set the date, refer to page 80. Time, outside temperature, and date 3 Odometer and trip odometer Pressing the button upward or downward several times changes the display between clock, outside temperature, date, and Check Control messages, refer to page 78. Knob in the instrument panel > With ignition switched on Press knob: Resetting trip odometer Press the knob for approx.
Everything under control ba8_e70ag.book Seite 72 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Tachometer Engine oil temperature* When the engine is at operating temperature, the engine oil temperature is between approx. 1707/806 and approx. 2507/1206. When the engine oil temperature is too high, a warning lamp lights up in the instrument panel. Energy control* Do not operate the engine with the needle in the red overspeed zone of the gauge, refer to arrow.
Fuel gauge The following information is displayed: > Cruising range > Average speed > Average fuel consumption At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 73 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Reserve Average speed After the reserve quantity has been reached, a message briefly appears on the Control Display; the remaining range is shown in the computer. Below a range of approx. 30 miles/50 km, the message remains on the Control Display.
Everything under control ba8_e70ag.book Seite 74 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Displays on Control Display Both displays show: You can also access the computer using iDrive. > The average speed and 1. "Vehicle Info" > the average fuel consumption. 2. "Onboard info" or "Trip computer" Resetting the fuel consumption and speed You can reset the values for the average speed and average fuel consumption: 1. Select the respective menu item and press the controller. 2.
Controls At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 75 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Driving tips 1. With the ignition switched on, press the knob in the instrument panel, refer to page 71, for approx. 5 seconds until the service requirements are displayed. 2. Press the knob repeatedly to display the individual service requirement items.
Everything under control ba8_e70ag.book Seite 76 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 More information Detailed information on service requirements 1. "Vehicle Info" 2. "Vehicle status" 3. "Service required" More information on the scope of service required can be displayed on the Control Display. 1. "Vehicle Info" 2. "Vehicle status" 4. "§ Vehicle inspection" 3. "Service required" Required maintenance procedures and legally mandated inspections are displayed.
means that a Check Control message has been generated. The symbol continues to be visible even when the Check Control message disappears after a short time. The warning lamps and text messages are stored and can be displayed later, also refer to page 78. 4. "Last Service Request" Check Control The concept The Check Control monitors functions in the vehicle and issues a message if there is a malfunction in the monitored systems.
Everything under control ba8_e70ag.book Seite 78 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Hiding Check Control messages Displaying stored Check Control messages 1. "Vehicle Info" 2. "Vehicle status" 3. "Check Control" Press the button in the turn signal lever up or down. Some Check Control messages are displayed until the malfunctions have been rectified. They cannot be hidden. If a number of malfunctions occur simultaneously, they are displayed in succession. Other messages are automatically hidden after approx.
Settings on Control Display 1. "Settings" 2. "Speed" Setting the time 3. "Select current speed" The settings are stored for the remote control currently in use. Driving tips 1. Press the MENU button. The main menu is displayed. 4. Press the controller. The system applies your current speed as the limit. Controls Applying your current speed as limit At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 79 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 2. "Settings" Navigation Activating/deactivating the limit 1. "Settings" 2.
Everything under control ba8_e70ag.book Seite 80 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Setting time format Brightness of Control Display 1. "Settings" The brightness is automatically adapted to the ambient lighting conditions. However, you can change the basic setting. 2. "Time/Date" 3. "Format:" 4. Select the desired format and press the controller. The time format is stored. 1. "Settings" 2. "Control display" 3. "Brightness" Setting date The settings are stored for the remote control currently in use. 1.
set language 1. "Settings" 2. "Language/Units" 3. "Language:" Volume of warning tones You can raise or lower the volume of the warning signals, e.g. the safety belt reminder, in relation to the entertainment sound output. The warning tones have a specified minimum and maximum volume that cannot be dropped below or exceeded. Controls Language on Control Display At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 81 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 1. "Settings" 2. "Tone" Driving tips 3. "Volume settings" 4.
Technology for comfort, convenience and safety ba8_e70ag.book Seite 82 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Technology for comfort, convenience and safety PDC Park Distance Control* Limitations of ultrasonic measurement The concept The detection of objects can come up against the limitations of physical ultrasonic measurement, for example: In addition to the PDC Park Distance Control, the rear view camera*, refer to page 86, can also be switched on. PDC assists you during parking.
The signal tone is switched off: The system switches off and the LED goes out: > when the vehicle is more than approx. 4.0 in/10 cm away from an object > after approx. 165 ft/50 m when driving forward > when the selector lever is in the P position > at speeds over approx. 25 mph/35 km/h when driving forward Volume Switch the system back on as needed. You can adjust the volume of the signal tone, refer to page 81.
Technology for comfort, convenience and safety ba8_e70ag.book Seite 84 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 The image of the rear view camera is displayed. The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use.
The approach to an object can be shown on the Control Display. When the distance to an object is small, the PDC display correspondingly shows a red bar in front of the vehicle. symbol. 2. Turn the controller until the desired setting is displayed and then press the controller. Contrast With Top View switched on: 1. Select the symbol. 2. Turn the controller until the desired setting is displayed and then press the controller.
Technology for comfort, convenience and safety ba8_e70ag.book Seite 86 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Rear view camera* > Off: LED goes out. The concept If PDC is displayed, switch on the rear view camera using iDrive, refer to page 83. The rear view camera assists you when parking and maneuvering in reverse. To accomplish this, the region behind your vehicle is shown on the Control Display. System limitations Also make a direct visual check of the traffic situation around the vehicle.
Several assistance functions can be active at the same time. 1. Position the vehicle so that the turning lines lead into the margins of the parking space. Displaying parking aid lines 1. Select the "Parking aid lines" symbol. 2. Press the controller. Pathway and turning lines are displayed. Displaying obstacle marking 1. Select the "Display obstacle marking" symbol. 2. Press the controller. 2. Turn the steering wheel so that the pathway lines coincide with the corresponding turning line.
Technology for comfort, convenience and safety ba8_e70ag.book Seite 88 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Contrast Brake assistant With the rear view camera switched on: 1. Select the symbol. 2. Turn the controller until the desired setting is displayed and then press the controller. Camera When you apply the brakes rapidly, this system automatically produces the maximum braking force boost and thus helps to achieve the shortest possible braking distance during full braking.
A message appears on the Control Display. Please note any supplementary information that appears there. > When rocking a stuck vehicle free or starting off in deep snow, sand or on loose ground To increase vehicle stability, activate DSC again as soon as possible. > When driving with snow chains* At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 89 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 The indicator lamp flashes: DSC is controlling the drive forces and brake forces.
Technology for comfort, convenience and safety ba8_e70ag.book Seite 90 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 xDrive Malfunction xDrive is the 4-wheel drive system of your BMW. The combined effects of xDrive and DSC further optimize the traction and dynamic driving characteristics. The 4-wheel drive system xDrive variably distributes the drive forces to the front and rear axle depending on the driving situation and prevailing road conditions. Malfunctions are displayed via Check Control, refer to page 77.
Adaptive Drive* Press the button; the LED lights up. The HDC display is shown in the instrument panel. The LED flashes when the brakes are applied automatically. Deactivating HDC Press the button again. The LED and the HDC display go out. HDC is automatically deactivated at speeds over approx. 37 mph/60 km/h. Displays* in instrument panel The concept Adaptive Drive reduces the body roll which occurs when cornering quickly or during fast evasive maneuvers.
Technology for comfort, convenience and safety ba8_e70ag.book Seite 92 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Selecting chassis and suspension tuning Self-leveling suspension* The concept The self-leveling suspension on the rear axle assures a continuous ground clearance. To do so, the height of the vehicle is measured by sensors at both rear wheels. Press the button. The system switches between the two chassis and suspension tuning settings.
Initializing system The initialization finishes during driving, which can be interrupted at any time. When driving resumes, the initialization is continued automatically. Do not initialize the system when driving with snow chains* or with the compact wheel*.< 2. At the next opportunity, check the air pressure in all four tires. 1. "Vehicle Info" 3.
Technology for comfort, convenience and safety ba8_e70ag.book Seite 94 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Status display The current status of the Flat Tire Monitor can be displayed on the Control Display, e.g. whether or not the FTM is active. 1. "Vehicle Info" The system is inactive and cannot display a flat tire if a wheel has been mounted without TPM electronics, e.g. a compact wheel*, or if TPM is temporarily interfered with by other systems or devices which use the same radio frequency. 2.
> With a medium load: 2 persons, cargo bay full, or 4 persons without luggage: approx. 95 miles/150 km 4. Start the engine – do not drive away. 5. Start the initialization using "Reset TPM". 6. Start to drive. The tires are shown in gray and "Resetting TPM..." is displayed. After a few minutes of driving, the set tire inflation pressures in the tires are applied as the set values to be monitored. Resetting finishes during driving.
Technology for comfort, convenience and safety ba8_e70ag.book Seite 96 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 3. "Tire Pressure Monitor - TPM" The status is displayed. Malfunction The yellow warning lamp flashes and then lights up continuously. The tires are shown in gray on the Control Display and a message is displayed. No flat tire can be detected.
Brake force display* BMW X5 Malfunction On the left: normal braking. On the right: heavy braking. BMW X6 Navigation The warning lamp lights up yellow and a message is shown on the Control Display. The active steering is defective or has been temporarily deactivated. At low speeds, greater steering wheel movements are required, whereas at higher speeds, the vehicle reacts more sensitively to steering wheel movements. The stability-promoting intervention can also be deactivated.
Technology for comfort, convenience and safety ba8_e70ag.book Seite 98 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Airbags The following airbags are located under the marked covers: 1 Front airbags 2 Head-level airbags in front and rear 3 Side airbags in backrests Protective action To ensure that the safety systems continue to provide optimized protection, observe the adjustment instructions on page 43.
> The indicator lamp does not light up when, for example, a correctly seated person of sufficient height is detected on the seat. The front and side airbags on the front passenger side are activated. > The indicator lamp does not light up when the seat is empty. However, the front and side airbags on the front passenger side are not activated.
Technology for comfort, convenience and safety ba8_e70ag.book Seite 100 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Head-Up Display* Selecting displays 1. "Settings" The concept 2. "Head-Up display" With the Head-Up Display important information is projected into the driver's field of view, e.g. navigation instructions. This enables you to take in this information without looking away from the road. 3. "Displayed information" 4. Select the desired displays in the Head-Up Display.
At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 101 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Notes The visibility of the displays in the Head-Up Display is influenced by: > Sunglasses with certain polarization filters > Certain sitting positions Controls > Objects on the cover of the Head-Up Display > Wet road surface and unfavorable lighting conditions Driving tips If the image is distorted, have the basic setting checked at a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center.
Lamps ba8_e70ag.book Seite 102 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Lamps Parking lamps/low beams response to changes in ambient light conditions, for instance, in a tunnel, at dawn and dusk and in case of precipitation. Adaptive Head Light* is active. The LED next to the symbol lights up when the low beams are on. You can activate the daytime driving lamps, refer to page 103. In the situations named above, the system then automatically switches over to the low beams.
Welcome lamps are activated and are stored for the remote control currently in use. 3. "Daytime running lamps" Pathway lighting Controls If you activate the headlamp flasher after switching off the ignition with the lamps switched off, the low beams come on and remain on for a certain time. Setting the duration or deactivating 1. "Settings" Adaptive Head Light* The concept Adaptive Head Light is a variable headlamp control system that enables better illumination of the road surface.
Lamps ba8_e70ag.book Seite 104 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 High beams/ roadside parking lamps vene at any time and switch the high beams on and off as usual. Activating system 1. Turn the light switch to position 3, refer to page 102. 2. With the low beams on, briefly press the turn signal lever toward the high-beam setting.
> Use the headlamp flasher as usual when the low beams are on. System limits The high-beam assistant cannot replace personal judgment about the use of high beams. In situations that require it, you should therefore switch to low beams manually; failure to do so can constitute a safety hazard.< High-beam assistant is activated and is stored for the remote control currently in use.
Lamps ba8_e70ag.book Seite 106 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Interior lamps The interior lamps, footwell lamps*, door entry lighting*, cargo bay lamps, and the courtesy lamps* are controlled automatically. With the courtesy lamps, LED lights are located in the door handles to illuminate the exterior area before the doors. To protect the battery, all lamps in the vehicle are switched off approx. 15 minutes after radio readiness is switched off, refer to Start/Stop button on page 59.
At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 107 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Air for the upper body region, refer to Front ventilation on page 111 3 Air to footwell 4 Automatic climate control with 2-zone control, refer to page 108 Automatic climate control with 4-zone control, refer to page 112 Mobility Air toward the windshield and side windows 2 107 Online Edition for Part no.
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You can adjust the intensity of the AUTO program by repeatedly pressing the AUTO button. When you press the button on the display of the automatic climate control, the current setting appears on the Control Display. To accomplish this, the access the Ventilation temperature setting manually via the buttons for air distribution, refer to page 108, or via iDrive. 1. "Settings" 2. "Climate" 3. Select "Driver ventilation" or "Front passenger ventilation". 4. Turn the controller to adjust the temperature.
Climate ba8_e70ag.book Seite 110 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Air distribution, manual You can use various programs to separately direct the emerging airflow to the driver and passenger side of the vehicle interior. > Upper body region > Upper body region and footwell > Footwell > Driver's side: also the windshield, side windows, and footwell Selecting program Press the button repeatedly until the desired program is shown on the Control Display.
Switching on At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 111 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Front ventilation Pressing the right side switches on the residual heat utilization when the following conditions are met: > with sufficient battery voltage > at an outside temperature below 777/ 256 REST appears on the display of the automatic climate control when the residual heat utilization is switched on. From radio readiness the interior temperature, the air volume and the air distribution can be set.
Climate ba8_e70ag.book Seite 112 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 BMW X5: heating and ventilation, 3rd row seats The air in the area of the 3rd row seats can be heated or recirculated. Air vents are located in the storage compartment area between the seats and in the footwell of the 3rd row seats. Automatic climate control with 4-zone control* Front operation Corresponds to the operation of the automatic climate control with 2-zone control, refer to page 108.
Function is activated. The rear automatic climate control cannot be operated if the front automatic climate control is switched off. With the defrost windows and eliminate condensation function activated, the rear automatic climate control is also not ready for operation.< The automatic climate control can also be switched off with iDrive. To switch on the automatic climate control again, the system must first be reactivated, refer to Activating/ deactivating.
Climate ba8_e70ag.book Seite 114 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Parked-car ventilation* Preselecting activation times 1. "Settings" The concept 2. "Climate" The parked-car ventilation blows air into the passenger compartment to lower interior temperatures. 3. "Activate Timer 1" or "Activate Timer 2" 4. "Timer 1:" or "Timer 2:" It is ready to use in the parked car mode at any outside temperature. You can set two different times for the system to start.
Practical interior accessories HomeLink is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.< Controls Programming To prevent possible damage or injury, before programming or using the integrated universal remote control, always inspect the immediate area to make certain that no people, animals or objects are within the travel range of the device. Also, comply with the safety precautions of the original hand-held transmitter.
Practical interior accessories ba8_e70ag.book Seite 116 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 The corresponding memory button 1 is now programmed with the signal of the original hand-held transmitter. The corresponding memory button 1 is now programmed with the signal of the original hand-held transmitter. You can operate the device when the engine is running or when the ignition is switched on. Should you have questions, please contact your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center.
At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 117 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 The display indicates the cardinal or intercardinal direction in which you are currently driving. Operating principle Controls You can run various functions by pressing the adjustment button with a pointed object, e.g. a ball-point pen etc.
Practical interior accessories ba8_e70ag.book Seite 118 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Calibrating digital compass Calibrate the digital compass In the following situations: ger of damage, and therefore a danger of injuries at higher speeds.< > The wrong cardinal direction appears on the display. Glove compartment > The cardinal direction displayed does not change despite a change in the direction of travel. Opening > Not all cardinal directions are displayed. Procedure 1.
Clothes hooks > Do not use the USB interface to recharge external devices. When hanging clothing on the hooks, ensure that it will not obstruct the driver's vision. Do not hang heavy objects on the hooks. If you do so, they could cause personal injury to occupants during braking or evasive maneuvers.< BMW X5 Clothes hooks are located near the grab handles in the rear.
Practical interior accessories ba8_e70ag.book Seite 120 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Rear BMW X6 BMW X5 Slide the cover forward. Unlock the center armrest with the button in the lower section of the opening and fold down. Remove the beverage container before folding the rear seat backrest forward or using the ski bag; otherwise it may cause damage.< Ashtray Front Press the button; the cover folds forward. With the 3rd row seats*: To open the cover, slide it forward.
Connecting electrical devices Front Sockets With the engine running or the ignition switched on, the cigarette lighter socket can be used as a power outlet for hand flashlights, car vacuum cleaners, etc., with power ratings of up to approx. 200 W at 12 V. Avoid damaging the socket due to inserting plugs of different shapes or sizes. The same is true for all power outlets in the vehicle. Driving tips In cargo bay Rear Access to socket: Fold open the cover.
Practical interior accessories ba8_e70ag.book Seite 122 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 In storage compartment under center armrest Access to socket*: Pull off the cover. BMW X6: in rear console BMW X5 without 3rd row seats* Unlock the center armrest with the button in the lower section of the opening and fold down. Cargo bay BMW X5: roll-up cover Slide the cover back. Access to socket: Pull off the cover. Pull out the roll-up cover and hook it into the brackets.
Deploy cargo bay cover by pulling back. Installing Do not place heavy or hard objects on the cargo bay cover. If you do so, they may pose a danger to vehicle occupants during braking or evasive maneuvers.< When installing, proceed in the opposite order of removal. Removing 1. Lay on the case on the left-hand side and push it forward, arrow 1. 2. Swing the case toward the inside, refer to arrow 2. 3. Push the case forward at the ends until it engages in the two side brackets. 1.
Practical interior accessories ba8_e70ag.book Seite 124 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Installing When installing, proceed in the opposite order of removal. 1. Set the cargo bay cover into place on the left and right sides. 2. Lift the back of the cover slightly and slide forward until it snaps into the two side brackets. Expanding cargo bay The rear seat backrest is divided. You can fold down both sides separately in order to expand the cargo bay.
Before using the adaptive fixing system, fold up and lock the rear seat backrest; otherwise, the cargo could be thrown into the vehicle interior in an accident.< Positioning cargo between telescopic rail and retaining strap: 1. Lay the cargo on the telescopic rail. Press the button, arrow 1, and route the retaining strap around the cargo, arrow 2. At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 125 Freitag, 5.
Practical interior accessories ba8_e70ag.book Seite 126 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Loading Securing cargo 1. Fold down the center armrest, press the button and open the cover. 2. Press the button again; the cover in the cargo bay opens. If you press the button firmly the first time, this cover also opens. 3. Extend the ski bag between the front seats and fill it. The zipper facilitates access to the stowed items and drying of the ski bag. 4.
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ba8_e70ag.book Seite 129 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Driving tips This section is designed to provide you with extra support by supplying information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating conditions. Online Edition for Part no.
Things to remember when driving ba8_e70ag.book Seite 130 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Things to remember when driving Break-in period Moving parts need breaking-in time to adjust to each other. To ensure that your vehicle continues to provide optimized economy of operation throughout an extended service life, we request that you devote careful attention to the following section.
Taking advantage of coasting The flow of fuel is interrupted when coasting. Switching off engine during longer stops Switch off the engine at longer stops such as traffic signals, railroad crossings, or in traffic congestions. You achieve fuel savings even if the standing time is as short as approx. 4 seconds. Switching off functions currently not required Functions such as air conditioning, seat heating, or rear window defrosting consume a lot of energy and require additional fuel.
Things to remember when driving ba8_e70ag.book Seite 132 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Hydroplaning Hills When driving on wet or slushy roads, reduce road speed. If you do not, a wedge of water can form between tires and road surface. This phenomenon is referred to as hydroplaning, and is characterized by a partial or complete loss of contact between the tires and the road surface, ultimately undermining your ability to steer and brake the vehicle.
Load The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed YYY lbs. or XXX kg. Otherwise, this could damage the vehicle and produce unstable vehicle operating conditions.< Navigation BMW X5: 1. Locate the following statement on your vehicle's placard*: BMW X6: 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from YYY lbs. or XXX kg.
Things to remember when driving ba8_e70ag.book Seite 134 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Stowing cargo > When transporting very heavy cargo with unoccupied rear seats, insert the safety belts, the outer safety belts in the BMW X5, into the buckles on the opposite sides. BMW X5 > Do not pile objects higher than the top edge of the backrest. > Wrap sharp-edged or pointed objects which could strike the rear window while driving.
Because roof racks raise the vehicle's center of gravity when loaded, they have a major effect on its handling and steering response. You should therefore always remember not to exceed the approved roof load capacity, the approved gross vehicle weight or the axle weights when loading the rack. You can find the specified weights under Weights on page 271. The load on the roof must be evenly distributed and must not extend outward beyond the limits of the loading surface.
Things to remember when driving ba8_e70ag.book Seite 136 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 > After driving through water at low speed, lightly press the brake pedal several times to dry the brakes and to prevent the braking effect from being reduced by wetness. > Depending on the condition of the surface, it may be practical to briefly activate DTC, refer to DTC Dynamic Traction Control on page 89.
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ba8_e70ag.book Seite 139 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Navigation This chapter describes how you can enter destinations and specify your route so that your navigation system guides you reliably to your destination. Online Edition for Part no.
Navigation system ba8_e70ag.book Seite 140 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Navigation system* General information With the help of satellites, the navigation system is able to ascertain the precise position of the vehicle and guide you reliably to any destination you enter. Updating the navigation data Inserting navigation DVD 1. Insert navigation DVDs into the DVD player with the printed side up. Navigation data are stored in the vehicle and can be updated. 2.
At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 141 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Destination entry In entering your destination you can select from among the following options: 3. "Enter address" > Entering a destination manually, see below > Entering a destination on the map, refer to page 146 > Selecting home address, refer to page 144 > Entering destination via voice*, refer to page 147 You can also store a navigation destination on the programmable memory buttons, refer to page 20.
Destination entry ba8_e70ag.book Seite 142 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Delete letters, if necessary: > To delete individual letters: Turn the controller to select then press the controller. If there are several streets with the same name: 1. Change to the list of street names. , and > To delete all letters: Turn the controller to select , and then press the controller for an extended period. > To enter spaces: Select the symbol. The list gradually grows smaller each time you enter a new letter. 2.
Store the destination in the address book after entering the destination. Selection after destination entry 1. Open "Options". > "Accept destination" Destination guidance starts immediately. 2. "Store as new contact" or "Add to existing contact". > "Route preference" refer to page 150. > "Points of Interest at loc." refer to page 144. Selecting a destination from the address book 1. "Navigation" 2.
Destination entry ba8_e70ag.book Seite 144 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Editing or deleting an address 3. Select the destination. 1. "Navigation" Destination guidance is started. 2. "Address book" 3. Highlight the entry. 4. Open "Options". 5. "Edit in Contacts" or "Delete entry". Editing a destination Destinations can be edited, for example, to change the house number of an existing entry. 1. "Navigation" Using home address as destination 2.
Special destination location Search for a special destination according to its location relative to a locality or route. 1. "Search area" Starting the search for special destinations 1. "Start search" after the criteria have been defined. At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 145 Freitag, 5.
Destination entry ba8_e70ag.book Seite 146 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 5. Change to the list of special destinations. 6. Highlight the special destination. The destination is displayed in the preview map. 7. Select the special destination. 8. Select the symbol: "Start guidance". Entering the destination via map If you only know the location of the town or street, you can enter the destination using the map.
Interactive map Speaking the entry aloud In the interactive map, the scale can be adjusted and the visible map section can be shifted. In addition, pressing the controller makes further functions available: > Countries, towns/cities, streets, and intersections can be either spoken aloud as an entire words or spelled in the system language, refer to page 22. At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 147 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 > Speak the letters smoothly and avoid excessive emphasis and pauses.
Destination entry ba8_e70ag.book Seite 148 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Similar-sounding towns/cities that cannot be differentiated by the system are compiled in a separate list and displayed as a town/city followed by three dots. If necessary, select this entry with {Yes}. Then select the desired city/town in this list.< 4. "Enter new destination" The town/city can also be selected from the list using iDrive: turn the controller until the desired town/city is displayed and press the controller.
These functions are not available for imported trips. Changing the trip direction Intermediate destinations are displayed in reverse order in the list. 1. "Map" 2. "Guidance" 3. "Reverse order of trip dest." Instead of "München", you can also enter the English spelling "Munich" or the Italian spelling "Monaco". > When you are entering the names of towns/ cities and streets the system will complete them automatically as soon as enough letters are available to ensure unambiguous identification.
Destination guidance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 150 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Destination guidance Starting destination guidance 1. "Navigation" that you would choose based on personal experience. The settings are stored for the remote control currently in use. 2. "Enter address" 3. Select the destination. Changing route criteria 4. "Accept destination" 1. "Navigation" When the route has been calculated, it is displayed in the map on the Control Display. 2. "Map" 3. "Route preference" 4.
The section is displayed in the preview map. During destination guidance, you can revise the navigation system's route recommendations to avoid particular stretches of road. Enter the number of miles/kilometers that you want to travel before returning to the original route. 1. "Navigation" 1. "Navigation" 2. "Route information" 2. Open "Options". 3. "New route for:" 3.
Destination guidance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 152 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Destination guidance via voice instructions Map display Switching voice instructions on/off Voice instructions can be switched on or off during destination guidance. You can have your current position displayed on a map. After starting the destination guidance, the planned route is shown on the map. 1. "Navigation" 1. "Navigation" 2. "Map" 2. "Map" 3. Select the Symbol Displaying map view symbol.
> "View in dir. of travel" Split screen settings > "Perspective view" The map settings for the split screen can be created separately from the main screen. 3. Press the controller. Changing map scale Select interactive map. > Moving map: move the controller in the corresponding direction. > Shifting map diagonally: move the controller in the corresponding direction and turn the controller. 1. Open "Options". 2. "Split screen" 3.
Destination guidance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 154 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 the following additional terms and conditions apply: An End-User shall no longer have the right to use the Traffic Data in the event that the EndUser is in material breach of the terms and conditions contained herein. A. Total Traffic Network, a division of Clear Channel Broadcasting, Inc. ("Total Traffic Network") holds the rights to the traffic incident data and RDS-TMC network through which it is delivered.
Additional information in the map display 1. Select the Depending on the map scale, the length, direction, and effects of a traffic obstruction are depicted by traffic symbols in the map or by bars along the planned route. 3. To exit from the menu: Move the controller to the left. Traffic bulletins in the map When the traffic info map is activated, the picture on the Control Display is switched to a grayscale. This permits an optimized depiction of traffic information.
Destination guidance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 156 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Traffic obstructions The system calculates the optimized route, taking into consideration traffic obstructions and road types. Selecting a detour You can set whether individual traffic obstructions or all of them are taken into account in the route planning. 1. "Navigation" 2. "Traffic Info" 3. Select the traffic obstruction that is to be taken into consideration. 4.
At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 157 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 What to do if … What to do if … Controls > the current position cannot be displayed? The position is in an unrecognized region, in a poor reception area, or the system is in the process of determining the position. Reception is best when you have an unobstructed view to the sky.
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On/off and tone ba8_e70ag.book Seite 160 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 On/off and tone The following audio and video sources share the same control elements and adjustments: 4 > Radio > Select track for CD/DVD player and CD/ DVD changer and certain multimedia devices > CD/DVD player > CD/DVD changer* > Video > External devices, e.g.
Treble, bass, balance, fader 4. Select the desired setting. > "Balance": left/right volume distribution > "Fader": front/rear volume distribution At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 161 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Adjustments 1. "CD/Multimedia", "Radio" or "Settings". Controls 2. "Tone" 6. To store: press the controller. Multichannel playback, surround* You can choose between stereo and multichannel playback, surround. 3. Select the desired tone setting. Driving tips 5.
On/off and tone ba8_e70ag.book Seite 162 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Adjustments 1. "CD/Multimedia", "Radio" or "Settings". 2. "Tone" 3. "Volume settings" 4. Select the desired volume setting. 5. To adjust: turn the controller. 6. To store: press the controller. Resetting tone settings You can reset all tone settings to the default setting. 1. "CD/Multimedia", "Radio" or "Settings". 2. "Tone" 3. "Reset" 162 Online Edition for Part no.
Radio Your radio is designed for reception of the following stations: 3. Select the desired station. At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 163 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 > FM and AM > Weather Radio* > satellite radio* Selecting a station Changing stations Turn the controller and press it or or Press the button if the sound output is switched off. Selecting frequency manually In "Manual", you can set stations that are being received in addition to those being displayed. 1. "Radio" 2. "FM" or "AM" 3.
Radio ba8_e70ag.book Seite 164 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Storing stations 4. "RDS" Using iDrive 1. "Radio" 2. "FM" or "AM" 3. Select the desired station. The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use. HD Radio* 4. Press the controller again. 5. Select the desired memory location. The station is stored. The stations are stored for the remote control currently in use. Using programmable memory buttons You can store a station on the programmable memory buttons, refer to page 20.
Displaying additional information Deleting a station Some stations broadcast additional information on the current track, such as the name of the artist. 1. "Radio" 2. Press the controller. 3. Select the substation. Stored stations It is possible to store up to 40 stations. Selecting a station 1. "Radio" 2. "Presets" 3. Call up the desired station. Storing a station The station currently selected is stored. 1.
Satellite radio ba8_e70ag.book Seite 166 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Satellite radio* General information The channels are offered in fixed packages. Packages must be activated by telephone. Navigation bar Symbol Function Changing list view Selecting category Entering channel directly Time shift Accessing favorites, selecting the My Favorites category Managing favorites 4. Select the category Unsubscribed Channels. 5. Select desired channel.
3. "Select channel" 4. Turn the controller until the desired channel is displayed and press the controller. At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 167 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 2. "Satellite radio" The telephone number and electronic serial number, ESN, are displayed. 3. Select "All Channels" or the desired category. 5. Call Sirius to deactivate the channels. 4. Select desired channel. 5. Press the controller again. Selecting channels 6.
Satellite radio ba8_e70ag.book Seite 168 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Select category Time shift menu 1. "Radio" Symbol Function 2. "Satellite radio" Go to live broadcast 3. Playback/pause "Categories" 4. Select the desired category. Next track Previous track Fast forward Time shift Approximately one hour of the channel currently being listened to is temporarily stored in a cache memory. The signal must be available.
The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use. Deleting favorites At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 169 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 1. "Satellite radio" "Manage favorites" 3. Highlight the favorites you wish to delete. 4. Open "Options". 5. Select the desired league. 5. "Delete entry" Controls 2. Traffic Jump Selecting region 2. "Satellite radio" 3. Open "Options". 4. "Set Jump" 5. Select the desired region. The region is stored for the remote control currently in use.
Satellite radio ba8_e70ag.book Seite 170 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Automatic update About twice a year, Sirius carries out an update of the names and positions of the channels. The update occurs automatically and can take several minutes. Notes > Under some circumstances, reception may not be possible, e.g. under certain environmental or topographical conditions. The satellite radio has no influence on this.
CD/DVD player and CD/DVD changer* CD/DVD playback Starting playback At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 171 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Fill and insert CD/DVD magazine, refer to page 175. To start playback if a CD is already located in the player or changer: Controls Using iDrive 2. "CD/DVD" 3.
CD/DVD player and CD/DVD changer ba8_e70ag.book Seite 172 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Audio playback 5. Select the track and press the controller. Selecting a track Press the button for the corresponding direction repeatedly until you reach the desired track. Audio CDs 1. "CD/Multimedia" 2. "CD/DVD" 3. Select the desired CD or DVD. 4. Select the desired track to begin playback.
Starting playback 5. "Random" For your own safety, the video image is only displayed up to a speed of approx. 2 mph/3 km/h; in certain country-specific equipment configurations, the video image will only display if the hand brake is engaged. Controls DVD video 1. "CD/Multimedia" 2. "CD/DVD" 3. Select a DVD with video content. 4. "DVD menu" Driving tips CDs/DVDs with compressed audio files: the directories and the tracks contained therein are played back in random sequence.
CD/DVD player and CD/DVD changer ba8_e70ag.book Seite 174 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Video menu Language* To open the Video menu: 1. Turn the controller during playback. 1. Turn the controller during playback. 2. Open "Options". 2. Press the controller when "Back" is displayed. 3. "Audio/language" The Video menu is displayed: Symbol Function Open the DVD menu* Starting playback Pause Stop Next chapter/next track Previous chapter/previous track 4. Select the desired language.
4. "Brightness", "Contrast" or "Color" 1. Turn the controller during playback. 2. Open "Options". 3. "Additional options" 4. "Viewing angle" At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 175 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 5. Turn the controller until the desired setting is displayed and then press the controller. These functions are not contained on every DVD. Therefore, they may not be available for use. CD/DVD changer* Zoom Display the video image on the full screen. 1. Turn the controller during playback.
CD/DVD player and CD/DVD changer ba8_e70ag.book Seite 176 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Loading CD/DVD changer Removing CDs/DVDs individually 1. Press the button. The LED on the first empty compartment flashes. 1. Press the 2. Select another CD/DVD compartment if so desired: Press the ... button. 3. When the LEDs 2 under the CD/DVD slot flash, insert a single CD/DVD into the middle. The CD/DVD is automatically pulled in and placed into the selected CD/DVD compartment.
At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 177 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Humidity High levels of humidity can lead to condensation on the CD/DVD or the laser's scan lens and temporarily prevent playback. Malfunctions with individual CDs/DVDs Controls If malfunctions occur only with particular CDs/ DVDs, this can be due to one of the following causes: Self-recorded CDs/DVDs Driving tips Possible reasons for malfunctions with selfrecorded CDs/DVDs are, e.g.
Music collection ba8_e70ag.book Seite 178 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Music collection Music, storing The music tracks from CDs, DVDs and USB devices can be stored in the music collection in the vehicle and played from there. Storing CDs/DVDs CDs/DVDs can only be stored by the CD/DVD player. 1. Insert a CD/DVD into the CD/DVD player. > Audio CD: tracks are converted into a compressed audio format when they are stored. If available, information on the album, such as the artist, is stored as well. 2.
3. "Storing..." 1. Connect the USB device to the USB interface in the glove compartment. 2. "CD/Multimedia" 3. "Music collection" At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 179 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 4. Open "Options". 5. "Music data import/export" Controls 6. "Import music (USB)" 4. "Cancel storing" Driving tips The storage process is interrupted and can be continued at any time. Continuing the storage process 1. "CD/Multimedia" 4.
Music collection ba8_e70ag.book Seite 180 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 4. Select the desired category. Top 50 List of the 50 most frequently played tracks. 1. "CD/Multimedia" 2. "Music collection" 3. "Top 50" 4. Select the desired track, if necessary. Albums 5. To select the desired entry: > Open "A-Z search" and enter the desired entry. or > Select the desired entry from the list. 6. Select additional categories if desired. The tracks found are listed in alphabetical order.
4. "Random" 4. Open "Options". 5. "Delete album" Deleting a directory or track At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 181 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 A directory cannot be deleted while a track from the directory is being played. 1. "CD/Multimedia" 2. "Music collection" 4. Open "Options". Albums 5. "Delete folder" or "Delete track". Renaming an album Free memory capacity The name of the album, if available, is automatically entered when the album is stored.
Music collection ba8_e70ag.book Seite 182 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 6. "Music data import/export" 7. "Backup music on USB" Restoring the music collection in the vehicle When storing from the USB device, the music collection existing in the vehicle is replaced.< 1. "CD/Multimedia" 2. "Music collection" 3. Open "Options". 4. "Music data import/export" 5. "Restore music from USB" Deleting the music collection 1. "CD/Multimedia" 2. "Music collection" 3. Open "Options". 4.
At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 183 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 External devices 4. "Volume" Open the lid of the center armrest. Connection for audio playback: TRS connector 1/8 in/3.5 mm To play audio tracks through the vehicle's speaker system, connect the headphone or line-out port of the device with the AUX-IN connection. Starting audio playback Connect the audio device, switch it on and select a track. Operate the system on the audio device. Using iDrive 1. "CD/Multimedia" 2.
External devices ba8_e70ag.book Seite 184 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 which audio devices/mobile phones are compatible. take some time. The time required is dependent on the USB device and on the number of tracks. Audio files During transmission, the tracks can be accessed via the file directory. Standard audio formats, e.g. MP3, WMA, WAV (PCM) and AAC, and playlists in the M3U format can be played.
"New search" Selection is possible via: To open playback lists. > Playback lists 1. "CD/Multimedia" > Information: type of music, artist, album, title 2. "External devices" > Additionally for USB devices: file directory, composer 4. "Playlists" Track titles are displayed if they have been stored in the Latin alphabet. Current playback 3. Select the symbol. The name of the audio device may appear. 4. Select the desired category, "Genre", "Artist". List of tracks currently being played. 1.
External devices ba8_e70ag.book Seite 186 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Information on connection > The connected audio device is supplied with a current of max. 500 mA, if the device supports this. Therefore, do not connect the device to the power socket in the vehicle. > Do not use force when plugging the connector into the USB interface. > Do not connect any devices, e.g. fans or lamps, to the USB audio interface. > Do not connect USB hard disks.
At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 187 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 DVD system in rear* Controls Controls With the DVD system in the rear you can play CDs and DVDs with audio, video and image data. The DVD system can also play data from attached external audio and video devices. Audio output is possible both via headphones and via the vehicle speakers. You can control the DVD system using the buttons on the CD-/DVD player or using the remote control.
DVD system in rear ba8_e70ag.book Seite 188 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Connecting headphones You can connect headphones with a phone jack 1/8 in/3.5 mm or operate them using the infrared interface. To enable optimal use of the infrared interface, use infrared headphones that comply with the IEC 61603-2 standard. 1. Turn display screen, arrow 1. The display screen switches off. 2. Fold in display screen, arrow 2. The display screen is folded out in the reverse order.
> Press the button: To activate the menu item. The transmission time of the remote control is limited in accordance with legal guidelines. A function can be repeated by pressing or turning the appropriate button or knob. Sound output via speakers In addition to the headphones, you can also play the sound via the vehicle speakers. 1. "CD/Multimedia" 2. "External devices" 3. "AUX/rear" Controls > Press the arrow buttons: To switch between windows. At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 189 Freitag, 5.
DVD system in rear ba8_e70ag.book Seite 190 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Playing videos from CDs/ DVDs Country codes of DVDs Your DVD player only plays DVDs with the coding of your home region, e.g. Europe = 2. The country codes supported by your DVD are contained in the information on your DVD.
Or: Or: Press the button on the remote control to exit the DVD control. Press the button on the left or right on the remote control repeatedly until you reach the desired chapter. Forward/reverse with DVD control 1. Press the button on the remote control during playback. 2. Select the 1. Press the button on the remote control during playback. symbol. button. Driving tips 4. Press the button several times to increase the fast forward/reverse speed. The DVD playback will be distorted.
DVD system in rear ba8_e70ag.book Seite 192 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 The system language of the DVD system "Display": background brightness of screen. > "Tone": > "Treble / Bass" and "Balance": Separately adjustable for the left and right-hand headphones and the infrared headphones. > "Reset": The settings are reset to the default value. > "DVD format": > "Standard" > "Zoom": full-screen playback > "Language": Language of the DVD playback.
Push the CD/DVD into the drive with the labeled side facing upward. The CD/DVD is automatically pulled in. > Playback begins automatically after a few seconds. 4. Press the button. 5. Select "Play". 6. Press the button. To change the directory: 1. Select the directory. > If it does not: Select "CD". Press the button. CDs/DVDs with compressed audio files, refer to page 194, can take approx. 1 minute to read, depending on their directory structure.
DVD system in rear ba8_e70ag.book Seite 194 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Using the remote control Press the button for the corresponding direction repeatedly or turn the thumbwheel until you reach the desired track. Playback begins at the start of the track. > "Repeat": Repeat the current track. Select again to end. To exit from the menu: Press the buttons on the remote control. Fast forward/reverse Buttons on the CD/DVD player: Press and hold the sponding direction.
To exit from the menu: Press the buttons on the remote control. Displaying images from CD/DVD button. Settings and playback functions for compressed audio files 1. Select a track. 3. Select "Photo". 4. Press the button. 3. Make the settings with the remote control: Displaying overview > "Tone": 1. Select the subdirectory if necessary. > "Treble / Bass" and "Balance": Separately adjustable for the left and right-hand headphones and the infrared headphones. 2. Select "Overview".
DVD system in rear ba8_e70ag.book Seite 196 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Displaying images Symbol Function 1. Use the buttons or the thumbwheel of the remote control to select an image. Display first/last picture of the current directory 2. Press the Rotate image by 90° button. "Overview" Change to image overview 3. Press the button. Ending display 1. Press the 2. Select the 3. Press the 3.
> CDs/DVDs with compressed image data Digital Rights Management (DRM) > CDs/DVDs with compressed audio data In some cases, it may not be possible to play CDs/DVDs with integrated Digital Rights Management (DRM). Supported formats Depending on the compression method used, not all files of the specified formats can be opened. Images Make sure that no foreign objects or liquids get into the CD/DVD slot; otherwise, the CD/DVD player will be damaged.
DVD system in rear ba8_e70ag.book Seite 198 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 some CDs/DVDs cannot be played, can only be played to a limited degree, or cause the system to switch off. In this case, wait a short while and then switch the system back on again. Then remove the CD/DVD from the drive. 4. Press the button. CDs/DVDs with compressed audio files If the language set for the CD/DVD player does not match the language of the music track, the music tracks may be displayed incorrectly.
At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 199 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 > "Tone": > "Treble / Bass" and "Balance": Separately adjustable for the left and right-hand headphones and the infrared headphones. Controls > "Reset": Your settings are reset. Driving tips > After switching to the top window, you can change other settings. "Audio": adjust the volume of the external device to the volume of the CD/DVD player. "Language": the system language of the DVD system "Display": background brightness of screen.
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ba8_e70ag.book Seite 201 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Communications This chapter summarizes how to operate your mobile phone using iDrive or voice control and how to use BMW Assist or BMW TeleServices. Online Edition for Part no.
Telephone ba8_e70ag.book Seite 202 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Telephone* The concept Your BMW is equipped with a full preparation package mobile phone. After pairing a suitable mobile phone with the vehicle once, you can operate the mobile phone using iDrive, the buttons on the steering wheel, or voice commands*. Once a mobile phone has been paired with your vehicle, it is automatically recognized as soon as it is inside the vehicle while the engine is running or the ignition is switched on.
6. Further steps must be carried out with the mobile phone and vary depending on the model. Please refer to your mobile phone's operating instructions, e.g. under the topics of Searching for a Bluetooth device, Linking or Pairing. The Bluetooth name of the vehicle appears on the mobile phone display. > Reconnect > Depending on the mobile phone model, the setting energy saving mode can, for example, result in vehicle failing to detect the paired mobile phone.
Telephone ba8_e70ag.book Seite 204 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 > It may not be possible to display phone book entries with special characters. Checking if pairing is unsuccessful > Is the mobile phone supported by the mobile phone preparation package? Information on this subject is also provided on the Internet at: www.bmw.com/bluetooth 4. Highlight the mobile phone that is to be unpaired. 5. Open "Options". 6.
Adjusting volume > Reduce background noise, e.g. by closing the windows, reducing air flow from the automatic climate control or pointing the open front air vents downward. At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 205 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Operation via iDrive You can operate the following functions via iDrive: If you have the phone number of the caller stored in the phone book and the phone number has been transmitted, the name of the entry is displayed.
Telephone ba8_e70ag.book Seite 206 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Accepting a call while speaking to another party 1. "Telephone" 2. "Active calls" 3. Select an active call. This function may need to be enabled by the service provider, and the mobile phone may have to be set up accordingly. If a second call comes in during an active call, you will hear a call waiting signal. "Accept" The call is accepted and the existing call is put on hold. Establishing a second call Dialing phone numbers 1.
Calling a contact 1. Select the desired contact. A connection is established immediately if calling contacts with one phone number. At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 207 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Phone book The phone book accesses the contacts* and shows all contacts for which a phone number has been stored. The entries can be selected to make a call. 1. "Telephone" The entries in the contacts can be changed.
Telephone ba8_e70ag.book Seite 208 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Saving an entry in the contacts Messages 1. Highlight the entry. Various types of messages can be displayed: 2. Open "Options". > SMS Whether or not SMS are displayed depends on whether transmission to the vehicle is supported by the mobile phone. SMS may not be supported by the service provider, or the function may need to be enabled separately. 3. "Store as new contact" or "Add to existing contact". 4.
1. Select the message. 2. "Start guidance" or "Add as another dest.". Depending on the mobile phone model used, the conversation can be continued via the hands-free system if necessary. Refer to the display on your mobile phone and/or your mobile phone's operating instructions. From handsfree system to mobile phone When you telephone via the handsfree system, you can also continue the call via the mobile phone if necessary, depending on the mobile phone model.
Telephone ba8_e70ag.book Seite 210 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Ending/canceling operation by voice commands Press the or You can have the possible commands spoken by the system at any point: button on the steering wheel {Voice commands}. Using alternative commands {Cancel}. In dialogs where text is spoken, e.g. a name rather than a command, canceling is only possible using the button on the steering wheel.
Creating and editing a voice phone book Store entry: An entry always consists of a name and phone number. You can have all the entries of your voice phone book read aloud in the order of input and select a certain entry to establish a connection: 1. {Read phonebook}. The dialog for reading phone book is opened. 2. {Dial number}, when the desired entry is read aloud. Selecting an entry The connection to the phone number of the selected entry is established. 1. {Choose name}.
Telephone ba8_e70ag.book Seite 212 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Inserting/removing the snapin adapter* 1. Press button 1 and remove the cover. Inserting mobile phone 1. Remove the protective cap from the mobile phone's antenna connector if necessary, so that the mobile phone can engage in the snap-in adapter. 2. Push the mobile phone with the buttons facing upward toward the electrical connections and press down until it engages. 2.
Contacts* You can create and edit contacts. The contacts of the mobile phone* are also displayed. The addresses can be used as destinations for navigation and the phone numbers can be dialed. Specifying a contact as home address New contact 2. "New contact" 1. "Contacts" 3. To fill in the entry fields: Select the symbol next to the entry field. A contact can be stored as a home address. It is placed at the top of "My contacts". 1. "Contacts" Controls 2. "New contact" At a glance ba8_e70ag.
Contacts ba8_e70ag.book Seite 214 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 search is offered. A symbol indicates the storage location of the contacts: Symbol Storage location No symbol In the vehicle; the address has not been checked as a destination. In the vehicle; the address has been checked as a destination. Mobile phone* Displaying the detailed view* Select the desired contact. All fields that have been filled in for that contact are displayed. 3. "Check as destination" 4.
Requirements > The installed BMW Assist system is logged in on a wireless communications network. This network must be capable of transmitting the services. > To transmit position data, the vehicle must be able to determine the current position. > To activate and update BMW Assist, a GPS signal must be available. > The BMW Assist service contract was signed with your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center or with the BMW Assist Response Center. Enabling must have been completed. > BMW Assist is activated.
BMW Assist ba8_e70ag.book Seite 216 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 TeleServices* TeleServices supports communication with your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center. > Data on the vehicle's service requirements can be sent directly to the BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center. In this way, the BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center can plan its work in advance. This shortens the duration of the service appointment.
Vehicle equipped with BMW Assist or TeleServices 1. "BMW Assist" 2. "Roadside Assistance" 3. "Start service" 1. Make sure that the vehicle can determine its current position. Reception is usually best when you have an unobstructed view to the sky. At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 217 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 2. Switch on the ignition. Activation may take several minutes. If another menu is opened, activation continues running in the background. Controls 3.
BMW Assist ba8_e70ag.book Seite 218 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Using BMW Search 5. "User name:" To select and display content: > Turn the controller to highlight an element. > Press the controller to display an element. Opening start page 1. Open "Options". 2. "Home" 6. Enter the user name and select "OK". 7. "Password:" 8. Enter the password and select "OK". 9. "OK" Automatically logging in Loading a new page 1. Open "Options". 2.
Vehicle equipped with BMW Assist or BMW TeleServices At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 219 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 3. "Start service" 1. "BMW Assist" 2. "Customer Relations" 3. "Start service" The Teleservice data necessary for servicing the vehicle are automatically sent to your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center prior to the service deadline. The center will contact you and a service appointment can be arranged. You can check when the BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center was notified. 1.
BMW Assist ba8_e70ag.book Seite 220 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Data transfer* The status of the data transfer is displayed. 1. "BMW Assist" 2. Open "Options". 3. "Data transfer" Service status* Display of all services available in the vehicle. 1. "BMW Assist" 2. "Service status" 3. "Available services" 220 Online Edition for Part no.
221 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 756 - © 06/09 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 221 Freitag, 5.
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ba8_e70ag.book Seite 223 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Mobility This section helps you maintain your mobility by supplying important information on vital topics including fuels and lubricants, wheels and tires, service, maintenance and roadside assistance. Online Edition for Part no.
Refueling ba8_e70ag.book Seite 224 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Refueling Switch off the engine before refueling. When handling fuel, always observe all applicable precautionary measures and regulations. Never transport reserve fuel containers in the vehicle. These could become leaky and cause an explosion or a fire in an accident.< Releasing manually If an electrical malfunction should occur, you can unlock the fuel filler door manually. 1. Open the right-hand side panel in the cargo bay. 2.
However, you may also use gasoline with less AKI. The minimum AKI Rating is: > BMW X5: 87 > BMW X6: 89 If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI Rating, the engine may produce knocking sounds when starting at high outside temperatures. This has no affect on the engine life. Do not use gasoline below the specified minimum quality, otherwise engine damage can result.< Use high-quality brands Field experience has indicated significant differences in fuel quality: volatility, composition, additives, etc.
Refueling ba8_e70ag.book Seite 226 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 BMW X5 with BMW Advanced Diesel Diesel exhaust fluid at minimum The concept BMW Advanced Diesel reduces nitrogen oxides in the diesel exhaust of your vehicle by injecting the reducing agent diesel exhaust fluid into the exhaust line. In the catalytic converter, a chemical reaction occurs that minimizes nitrogen oxides.
exhaust fluid at temperatures below +237/ -56 even between the regular maintenance intervals. If the fluid needs to be refilled, this will be indicated with the reserve display in the instrument panel, refer to page 226.< Refilling quantity Only refill the diesel exhaust fluid yourself in exceptional circumstances 2. Fit releasing tool from onboard tool kit, refer to page 250 into place and open the lock, refer to arrow. Refilling BMW diesel exhaust fluid 1.
Refueling ba8_e70ag.book Seite 228 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 3. The reservoir is full when the fill level in the bottle stops changing. It is not possible to overfill. Pull bottle back, refer to arrow, and unscrew it. Reserve display After refilling, the reserve continues to appear after the engine is restarted. After the vehicle has been driven for a few more minutes, this display will disappear. Closing reservoir After the reservoir is filled, close it again with the releasing tool.
Only check tire inflation pressure when the tires are cold. This means after a maximum of 1.25 miles/2 km driving or when the vehicle has been parked for at least 2 hours. When tires are warm, the tire inflation pressure increases. Check the tire inflation pressure regularly and correct it as needed, even on the compact tire*: at least twice a month and before starting long trips.
Wheels and tires ba8_e70ag.book Seite 230 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Observe all national and local maximum speed limits, otherwise violations of the law could occur. 230 Online Edition for Part no.
Tire inflation pressures X5 xDrive30i/X5 xDrive48i/X5 xDrive35d with two rows of seats Tire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa Traveling speeds up to a max.
Wheels and tires ba8_e70ag.book Seite 232 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Tire inflation pressures X5 xDrive30i/X5 xDrive48i/X5 xDrive35d with two rows of seats Tire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa Traveling speeds up to a max. of 100 mph/160 km/h Traveling speeds including those exceeding 100 mph/160 km/h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kilopascal with cold tires.
Tire inflation pressure X6 xDrive35i Tire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa Traveling speeds up to a max. of 100 mph/160 km/h Traveling speeds including those exceeding 100 mph/160 km/h Controls All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kilopascal with cold tires.
Wheels and tires ba8_e70ag.book Seite 234 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Tire inflation pressures for X6 xDrive50i Tire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa Traveling speeds up to a max. of 100 mph/160 km/h Traveling speeds including those exceeding 100 mph/160 km/h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kilopascal with cold tires.
Controls DOT Quality Grades Tread wear Traction AA A B C Temperature A B C All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades.< Tread wear Tire Identification Number The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1γ) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
Wheels and tires ba8_e70ag.book Seite 236 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Temperature The temperature grades are A, the highest, B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
To continue driving with a damaged tire: > With Flat Tire Monitor, refer to Indication of a flat tire page 93 > With Tire Pressure Monitor, refer to Message with low tire inflation pressure page 95 New wheels and tires Have new wheels and tires installed only by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center or a tire shop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel.
Wheels and tires ba8_e70ag.book Seite 238 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Wheels with electronics for TPM Tire Pressure Monitor When mounting new tires or changing from summer to winter tires or vice versa, only use wheels with TPM electronics, otherwise the Tire Pressure Monitor cannot detect a flat tire, refer to page 94. Your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center will be happy to advise you on this subject.
At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 239 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Under the hood Close the hood from a height of approx. 16 in/ 40 cm with momentum. It must be clearly heard to engage. Hood Make sure that the closing path of the hood is clear, otherwise injuries may result. If you see any signs that the hood is not completely closed while driving your vehicle, you should stop at once and close it securely.
Under the hood ba8_e70ag.book Seite 240 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Engine compartment BMW X5 1 Filler neck for washer fluid of the headlamp and windshield cleaning systems, refer to page 69 2 Starting-aid terminal, refer to page 262 3 Expansion tank for coolant, refer to page 243 4 Filler neck for engine oil, refer to Adding engine oil on page 242 240 Online Edition for Part no.
At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 241 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 3 Starting-aid terminal, refer to page 262 4 Expansion tank for coolant, refer to page 243 Filler neck for engine oil, refer to Adding engine oil on page 242 Communications Entertainment 2 Filler neck for washer fluid of the headlamp and windshield cleaning systems, refer to page 69 Engine oil The engine oil consumption is dependent on driving style and driving conditions. 1. "Vehicle Info" 2.
Under the hood ba8_e70ag.book Seite 242 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 3. "Engine oil level" Adding engine oil BMW X5 Possible messages > "Engine oil level OK" > "Measuring engine oil level...": This process can take approx. 3 minutes when stopped on a level surface and approx. 5 minutes while driving. BMW X6 > "Engine oil level below minimum. Add 1 quart!": At the next opportunity, add 1 US quart/liter of engine oil. If the oil level displayed is below minimum, add engine oil immediately.
Do not use oil additives, as these may result in engine damage.< Alternative oil grades If none of the approved oils is available at a given time, you can also use smaller quantities of other oils between oil changes. The packaging must include one of the following indications of oil specifications. Gasoline engines > Preferred: BMW Longlife-01, BMW Longlife-01 FE > Alternative: BMW Longlife-98, API SM or higher Diesel engines Only use suitable additives, otherwise engine damage may result.
Maintenance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 244 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Maintenance BMW maintenance system > Legally mandated inspections depending on local regulations Service data in remote control The BMW maintenance system supports the preservation of the traffic and operating safety of your BMW. The service schedule also includes operations related to the vehicle's comfort and convenience features, such as replacement of the filters for the inside air.
Data recorders Your vehicle may be equipped with one or several measuring and diagnosis modules, or with a device for recording or transmitting certain vehicle data or information. If you have also subscribed to BMW Assist, certain vehicle data can be transmitted or recorded to enable corresponding services. Driving tips Components which are decisive for the exhaust-gas composition can be checked via the OBD socket with a device.
Care ba8_e70ag.book Seite 246 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Care Car-care products For the cleaning and care of your vehicle, BMW recommends using only products that BMW has approved for this purpose. Regular cleaning and care make a significant contribution to retaining your BMW's value. The BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center will be happy to consult you on products and services for the cleaning and care of your BMW.
When washing the vehicle by hand, use plenty of water and car washing shampoo. Clean the vehicle with gentle pressure using a sponge or a washing brush. Before cleaning the windshield, deactivate the rain sensor or switch off the ignition to prevent unwanted wiper operation.< Follow local guidelines for washing vehicles by hand.< Repairing paint damage Repair stone damage or scratches immediately, depending on the severity of the damage, to prevent the formation of rust.
Care ba8_e70ag.book Seite 248 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Do not use aggressive, acid-containing, strongly alkaline, or coarse cleansers and do not use steam cleaners at temperatures greater than 1407/606; otherwise you may damage your vehicle.< Aluminum running boards A rust film on the aluminum running boards can be removed with a special cleaning agent. Outside sensors/cameras Make sure that sensors and cameras outside the vehicle, e.g.
At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 249 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Displays Clean displays like the radio or the instrument cluster using a display-cleaning cloth or a soft, nonabrasive lint-free cloth. Controls Avoid using excessive pressure when cleaning displays; otherwise, you could damage them.< Driving tips Never use chemical-based cleansers or household scouring products. Keep all liquids away from the equipment. Otherwise surfaces or electrical components could be attacked or damaged.
Replacing components ba8_e70ag.book Seite 250 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Replacing components Onboard toolkit The onboard toolkit is located in the cargo bay under the floor panel. BMW X5: rear 1. Lift off the wiper arm completely and pull off the wiper blade, refer to arrow. 2. Mount the new wiper blade and press on until it is heard to engage. Replacing wiper blades Lamps and bulbs Front Lamps and bulbs make an essential contribution to vehicle safety.
1. Turn the cover to the left and remove. Controls For bulbs for which replacement is not described and for checking and adjusting headlamp aim, please contact your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center.< Light-emitting diodes LEDs Turn signals, front 24-Watt bulb, PY24W Navigation 1. Unscrew bulb holder with bulb to the left, refer to arrow, and replace. BMW X5: changing lamps Xenon lamps These bulbs have a very long service life and the probability of a failure is very low.
Replacing components ba8_e70ag.book Seite 252 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 procedures with correspondingly trained personnel. Arrangement of tail lamps Turn signal 1. Open the side panel in the cargo bay. 2. Remove the first-aid kit* and warning triangle* if necessary. Fold up the insulation. 3. Rotate the bulb socket to the left and remove. 1 Rear lamp 2 Brake force display 3 Turn signal 4 Brake lamp/rear lamp/side marker lamp 5 Backup lamp 4.
Brake force display License plate lamp 5-watt bulb, C11 12W 1. Slide the lamp to the right with a screwdriver, refer to arrow 1. 3. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while turning it to the left for removal and replacement. 4. Insert the bulb socket in the liftgate and engage it. 5. Before installing the cap, unclip the cargo bay lamp. Then lay the cap on its upper side and close it, refer to arrow. 2. Remove the lamp, arrow 2. 3. Replace the bulb. 4. Reinstall the lamp.
Replacing components ba8_e70ag.book Seite 254 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Have work on the xenon light unit including changing the bulb carried out only by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel. Due to the high voltage present in the system, there is a danger of fatal injuries when work is carried out improperly.< Side marker lamps 5-Watt bulb, WY5W XLL 1. Rotate the bulb holder to the left and remove.
procedures with correspondingly trained personnel. 3. Remove bulb holder along with bulb and replace. Controls Arrangement of tail lamps At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 255 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Backup lamp Brake lamp/rear lamp 1. Open the side panel in the cargo bay. 3 Backup lamp 4 Turn signal 2. Remove the first-aid kit* and warning triangle* if necessary. 3. Remove bulb holder along with bulb and replace. Brake lamps 1. Open the side panel in the cargo bay. 2.
Replacing components ba8_e70ag.book Seite 256 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Changing wheels Your BMW is equipped with run-flat tires as standard. As a result, it is not necessary to change the wheel immediately in the case of air loss in the event of a breakdown. To continue driving with a damaged tire: > With Flat Tire Monitor, refer to Indication of a flat tire page 93 3. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while turning it to the left for removal and replacement. 4.
1 Vehicle jack* 2 Vehicle jack crank* 3 Lug wrench* Controls 2. Unscrew the wing nut 1. 3. Remove the washer 2 laterally. 4. Remove the compact wheel. Driving tips 1. Remove the tool mount. 1. Observe the safety precautions above. 2. Loosen the lug bolts a half turn. Jacking up vehicle 1. Position the vehicle jack at the jacking point closest to the wheel so that the entire surface of the jack base rests on the ground perpendicularly beneath the jacking point.
Replacing components ba8_e70ag.book Seite 258 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 2. Guide the jack head into the rectangular recess of the jacking point when cranking up, refer to illustration detail. 3. Check and correct the tire inflation pressure at the earliest opportunity. Protect valve stems with valve screw caps against dirt and contamination. Dirt in valve stems is a frequent source of gradual air loss.< 4.
> Radio Radio stations must be stored again, refer to page 164. In interior The fuses are located in the front passenger footwell on the underside of the instrument cluster. 1. Unscrew screws, refer to arrows, of footwell trim panel. > Navigation system You must wait until the system becomes functional again, refer to page 157. > Glass sunroof/panorama glass sunroof It may only be possible to raise the glass sunroof/panorama glass sunroof The system must be initialized, refer to page 42.
Replacing components ba8_e70ag.book Seite 260 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 In cargo bay Open the right-hand side panel in the cargo bay. 260 Online Edition for Part no.
> BMW Assist is activated. Activating BMW Assist, refer to page 215. > Radio readiness is switched on. > The BMW Assist system is logged in on a wireless communications network. > The emergency request system is operable. When the contract of participation with BMW Assist expires, the BMW Assist system can be deactivated by a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center without having to visit a workshop. Once the BMW Assist system has been deactivated, emergency requests are not possible.
Giving and receiving assistance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 262 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 First-aid kit* Some of the articles contained in the first-aid kit have a limited service life. Therefore, check the expiration dates of the contents regularly and replace the contents concerned in good time if necessary.
Use only the tow fitting provided with the vehicle and screw it all the way in. Use the tow fitting for towing only on roads. Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, e.g. do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting. Otherwise damage to the tow fitting and the vehicle can occur.< Access to screw thread Driving tips Front Starting engine Rear 3. Let the engines run for a few minutes. 4. Disconnect the jumper cables by reversing the connection sequence. Check the battery and recharge if necessary.
Giving and receiving assistance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 264 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 tem fails, mark the vehicle to be towed, e.g. with a sign or warning triangle in the rear window. Before towing, manually unlock the transmission lock, refer to page 66; failure to do so can result in damage to the transmission.< Do not exceed a towing speed of 45 mph/ 70 km/h and a towing distance of 90 miles/150 km, otherwise the automatic transmission may be damaged.
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ba8_e70ag.book Seite 267 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Reference This chapter contains the technical data, the short commands of the voice activation system, and the index that will direct you as quickly as possible to the information you are looking for. Online Edition for Part no.
Technical data ba8_e70ag.book Seite 268 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Technical data Engine data BMW X5 Displacement cu in/cmμ No. of cylinders Maximum output hp at engine speed rpm Maximum torque lb ft/Nm at engine speed rpm BMW X6 Displacement cu in/cmμ No. of cylinders Maximum output hp at engine speed rpm Maximum torque lb ft/Nm at engine speed rpm X5 xDrive30i X5 xDrive48i X5 xDrive35d 182.8/2,996 292.9/4,799 182.
At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 269 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Dimensions Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls BMW X5 All dimensions given in inches/mm. Smallest turning circle diam.: 42.0 ft/12.8 m 269 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 756 - © 06/09 BMW AG Reference Mobility With mixed tires* the vehicle width may exceed the specified dimension.
Technical data ba8_e70ag.book Seite 270 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 BMW X6 All dimensions given in inches/mm. Smallest turning circle diam.: 42.0 ft/12.8 m Height with roof rack*: 66.9 in/1,699 mm With mixed tires* the vehicle width may exceed the specified dimension. 270 Online Edition for Part no.
Approved gross vehicle weight lbs./kg 6,327/2,870 6,537/2,965 6,614/3,000 without 3rd row seats lbs./kg 6,008/2,725 6,173/2,800 6,294/2,855 Load lbs./kg 1,290/585 1,290/585 1,290/585 without 3rd row seats lbs./kg 1,102/500 1,102/500 1,102/500 Approved front axle weight lbs./kg 2,767/1,255 3,020/1,370 3,064/1,390 without 3rd row seats lbs./kg 2,778/1,260 3,020/1,370 3,064/1,390 Approved rear axle weight lbs./kg 3,803/1,725 3,869/1,755 3,858/1,750 without 3rd row seats lbs.
Technical data ba8_e70ag.book Seite 272 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Capacities BMW X5 Notes Fuel tank US gal/liters approx. 22.5/85 X5 xDrive30i, X5 xDrive35d US gal/liters approx. 2.1/8 X5 xDrive48i US gal/liters approx. 2.6/10 Windshield washer with headlamp washer system US quarts/liters approx. 6.9/6.5 Fuel grade: page 225 of that reserve For more details: page 69 BMW X6 Notes Fuel tank US gal/liters approx. 22.5/85 X6 xDrive35i US gal/liters approx. 2.
Short commands of voice activation system* Controls item is selected. Here are the important short commands for the voice activation system.
Short commands of voice activation system ba8_e70ag.book Seite 274 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Function Command Searching for music; opening the menu {Music search} Selecting a genre {Select genre} Selecting an artist {Select artist} Selecting an album {Select album} Selecting a track {Select track} Selecting track directly* {Track ...
At a glance ba8_e70ag.book Seite 275 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Satellite radio Command {Satellite radio} Switching on the satellite radio {Satellite radio on} Selecting a satellite radio channel {Satellite radio channel ...} e.g. channel 2 Stored stations Function Command Selecting stored stations {Presets} Choosing a stored station {Select preset} Selecting a stored station {Preset ...} e.g.
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Short commands of voice activation system ba8_e70ag.book Seite 278 Freitag, 5. Juni 2009 11:42 11 Equipment Function Command Selecting the air conditioning {Climate} Activating Head-Up Display*: {head up display} Enabling rear control* {Allow rear control} 278 Online Edition for Part no.
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E Easy entry/exit 54 Eject button, refer to Buttons on the CD/DVD player 160 Electrical malfunction – automatic transmission with Steptronic 66 – door lock 29 – driver's door 29 – fuel filler door 224 – glass sunroof, electric 42 – liftgate 31 – panorama glass sunroof 40 – parking brake 63 Electric seat 44 Electronic brake-force distribution 88 Electronic oil level check 241 283 Online Edition for Part no.
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IBOC, refer to HD Radio 164 Ice, refer to Outside temperature warning 71 Ice warning, refer to Outside temperature warning 71 Identification, tire 238 Identification mark, run-flat tires 237 iDrive 16 – changing language 81 – changing settings 79 – changing units of measure and display type 80 – controller 16 – controls 16 – main menu 17 – setting brightness 80 – setting date 80 – setting time 79 – status information 19 Ignition 59 – switched off 59 – switched on 59 285 Online Edition for Part no.
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M+S tires, refer to Winter tires 238 Main menu, iDrive 17 287 Online Edition for Part no.
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