roof rack BMW X5 2015 F15 Owner's Manual

curve to the wheel on the outside of the curve
or vice-versa.
To increase the maneuverability, the rear
wheel on the outside of the curve is acceler‐
ated when the driving style is correspondingly
sporty.
The steering responds directly; simultane‐
ously, the understeering tendency of the four-
wheel drive is reduced.
With the oversteering tendency, the system
exerts a stabilizing effect by accelerating the
rear wheel on the inside of the curve.
The system noticeably improves the traction
and simultaneously increases the driving
safety, especially on road surfaces having fluc‐
tuating coefficients of friction.
DSC Dynamic Stability
Control
The concept
DSC prevents traction loss in the power
wheels when driving off and accelerating.
DSC also recognizes unstable vehicle condi‐
tions such as fishtailing or nose-diving. Within the physical limits DSC helps to keep the vehi‐
cle on a steady course by reducing engine
speed and by applying brakes to the individual
wheels.
Information
Adapt your driving style to the situation, for an
appropriate driving style is always the respon‐
sibility of the driver.
The laws of physics cannot be repealed, not
even with DSC.
Therefore, do not reduce the additional safety
margin by driving in a risky manner.
WARNING
When driving with roof load, e.g. with
roof-mounted luggage rack, driving safety may
not be ensured in driving-critical situations dueto the elevated center of gravity. There is risk
of accidents or risk of property damage. Do not
deactivate Dynamic Stability Control DSC
when driving with roof load.◀
Overview
Button in the vehicle
DSC OFF button
Indicator/warning lights The indicator lamp flashes: DSC con‐
trols the drive and braking forces.
The indicator lamp lights up: DSC has
failed.
Deactivating DSC: DSC OFF
When DSC is deactivated, driving stability is
reduced during acceleration and when driving
in curves.
To increase vehicle stability, activate DSC
again as soon as possible.
Deactivating DSC Press and hold this button but not lon‐
ger than approx. 10 seconds, until the
indicator lamp for DSC OFF lights up in the in‐
strument cluster and displays DSC OFF.
The DSC system is switched off.
The steering and, depending on the equip‐
ment, suspension are tuned for sporty driving.
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The lashing eyes at the openings in the rails
can be removed.
Cargo net, FlexNet The flexible cargo net is hooked into eyes and
offers a stowage option in the cargo area. The
storage net can be attached to the following
eyes:▷Lashing eyes in the rails.▷Eyes on the trunk wall.
The eyes are located on both sides of the
trunk.
Securing cargo WARNING
Improperly stowed objects can shift and
be thrown into the car's interior, e.g. in the
event of an accident or during braking and eva‐
sive maneuvers. Vehicle occupants can be hit
and injured. There is risk of injuries. Stow and
secure objects and cargo properly.◀
▷Smaller and lighter items: secure with re‐
taining straps or with a cargo net or draw
straps.▷Larger and heavy objects: secure with
cargo straps.
Cargo straps, cargo netting, retaining
straps or draw straps on the lashing eyes in
the trunk.Roof-mounted luggage rack
Information
Installation only possible with roof rack.
Roof racks are available as special accessories.
Securing
Follow the installation instructions of the roof
rack.
Loading Because roof racks raise the vehicle's center
of gravity when loaded, they have a major ef‐
fect on vehicle handling and steering re‐
sponse.
Therefore, note the following when loading
and driving:▷Do not exceed the approved roof/axle
loads and the approved gross vehicle
weight.▷Be sure that adequate clearance is main‐
tained for tilting and opening the glass
sunroof.▷Distribute the roof load uniformly.▷The roof load should not extend past the
loading area.▷Always place the heaviest pieces on the
bottom.▷Secure the roof luggage firmly, e.g., tie
with ratchet straps.▷Do not let objects project into the opening
path of the tailgate.▷Drive cautiously and avoid sudden acceler‐
ation and braking maneuvers. Take corners
gently.Seite 198Driving tipsLoading198
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Saving fuelVehicle features and optionsThis chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
General information Your vehicle contains advanced technology for
the reduction of fuel consumption and emis‐
sions.
Fuel consumption depends on a number of dif‐
ferent factors.
Carrying out certain measures, such as a mod‐
erate driving style and regular maintenance,
can influence fuel consumption and the envi‐
ronmental impact.
Remove unnecessary cargo
Additional weight increases fuel consumption.
Remove attached parts
following use
Remove auxiliary mirrors, roof or rear luggage
racks which are no longer required following use.
Attached parts on the vehicle impair the aero‐
dynamics and increase the fuel consumption.Close the windows and glass
sunroof
Driving with the glass sunroof and windows
open results in increased air resistance and
thereby reduces the range.
Tires
General information Tires can affect fuel consumption in various
ways, e.g., tire size may influence fuel con‐
sumption.
Check the tire inflation pressure
regularly
Check and, if needed, correct the tire inflation
pressure at least twice a month and before
starting on a long trip.
Low tire inflation pressure increases rolling re‐
sistance and thus raises fuel consumption and
tire wear.
Drive away immediately
Do not wait for the engine to warm-up while
the vehicle remains stationary. Start driving
right away, but at moderate engine speeds.
This is the quickest way of warming the cold
engine up to operating temperature.
Look well ahead when
driving
Avoid unnecessary acceleration and braking.
By maintaining a suitable distance to the vehi‐
cle driving ahead of you.
Driving smoothly and proactively reduces fuel
consumption.Seite 199Saving fuelDriving tips199
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Technical dataVehicle features and options
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
Information
The technical data and specifications in this
Owner's Manual are used as guidance values.
The vehicle-specific data can deviate from this,
for example, due to the selected special equip‐
ment, country version or country-specific
measurement method. Detailed values can be
found in the approval documents, on labels on
the vehicle or can be obtained from a dealer’s
service center or another qualified service cen‐
ter or repair shop.
The information in the vehicle documents al‐
ways has priority.
Dimensions
The dimensions can vary depending on the
model version, equipment or country-specific
measurement method.
The specified heights do not take into account
attached parts, for example, a roof antenna,
roof racks or spoiler. The heights can deviate,
for example, due to the selected special equip‐
ment, tires, load and chassis version.
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BMW X5Width with mirrorsinches/mm86/2,184Width without mirrorsinches/mm76.3/1,938Heightinches/mm69.4/1,762Lengthinches/mm193.3/4,908Wheelbaseinches/mm115.5/2,933Smallest turning radius diam.ft/m41.7/12.7

Lane margin, warning 131
Language on Control Dis‐ play 101
Lashing eyes, securing cargo 197
LATCH child restraint sys‐ tem 66
Launch Control 83
Leather, care 255
LED headlights, bulb replace‐ ment 243
LEDs, light-emitting di‐ odes 242
Letters and numbers, enter‐ ing 25
Light 104
Light alloy wheels, care 256
Light control 106
Light-emitting diodes, LEDs 242
Lighting 104
Lights and bulbs 241
Light switch 104
Load 197
Loading 196
Lock, door 39
Locking/unlocking via door lock 39
Locking/unlocking with re‐ mote control 37
Locking, automatic 45
Locking, settings 44
Lock, power window 48
Locks, doors, and win‐ dows 68
Low beams 104
Low beams, automatic, see High-beam Assistant 106
Lower back support 53
Lower tailgate 43
Low-Sulfur Diesel 211
Luggage rack, see Roof- mounted luggage rack 198
Lumbar support 53 M
Maintenance 238
Maintenance require‐ ments 238
Maintenance, service require‐ ments 95
Maintenance system, BMW 238
Make-up mirror 176
Malfunction displays, see Check Control 89
Malfunction, self-leveling sus‐ pension 142
Manual air distribution 169
Manual air flow 169
Manual brake, see Parking brake 73
Manual mode, Steptronic transmission 82
Manual operation, door lock 39
Manual operation, exterior mirrors 62
Manual operation, fuel filler flap 209
Manual operation, Park Dis‐ tance Control PDC 155
Manual operation, parking brake 75
Manual operation, rearview camera 157
Manual operation, Top View 160
Marking, run-flat tires 225
Master key, see Remote con‐ trol 34
Maximum cooling 168
Maximum speed, display 96
Maximum speed, winter tires 224
Measurement, units of 101
Medical kit 249
Memory for seat, mirrors, steering wheel 60
Menu, EfficientDynamics 202 Menu in instrument clus‐
ter 97
Menus, operating, iDrive 18
Menus, refer to iDrive operat‐ ing concept 20
Messages, see Check Con‐ trol 89
Microfilter 170
Minimum tread, tires 223
Mirror 61
Mirror memory 60
Mobile communication devi‐ ces in the vehicle 193
Mobility System 225
Modifications, technical, see Own Safety 7
Moisture in headlight 242
Monitor, see Control Dis‐ play 18
Mounting of child restraint systems 65
Moving sun visor 176
Multifunctional instrument display 86
Multifunction steering wheel, buttons 14
N Navigation, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertain‐
ment and Communication
Neck restraints, front, see Head restraints 58
Neck restraints, rear, see Head restraints 59
Neutral cleaner, see wheel cleaner 256
New wheels and tires 223
Night Vision 127
Night Vision device, see Night Vision 127
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Remote control, malfunc‐tion 39
Remote control, univer‐ sal 174
Replacement fuse 247
Replacing parts 240
Replacing wheels/tires 223
Reporting safety malfunc‐ tions 10
RES button 148
RES button, see Active Cruise Control, ACC 145
RES button, see Cruise con‐ trol 151
Reserve warning, see Range 94
Reset, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 113
Residual heat, automatic cli‐ mate control 169
Retaining straps, securing cargo 197
Retreaded tires 224
RME rapeseed-oil methyl es‐ ter 211
Roadside parking lights 105
Roller sunblinds 48
RON recommended fuel grade 210
Roofliner 17
Roof load capacity 261
Roof-mounted luggage rack 198
Rope for tow-starting/ towing 251
RSC Run Flat System Com‐ ponent, see Run-flat
tires 225
Rubber components, care 256
Run-flat tires 225
S Safe braking 193 Safety belt reminder for driv‐
er's seat and front passen‐
ger seat 58
Safety belts 57
Safety belts, care 257
Safety Package, see Active Protection 135
Safety switch, windows 48
Safety systems, airbags 109
Saving fuel 199
Screen, see Control Dis‐ play 18
Screwdriver, see Onboard ve‐ hicle tool kit 240
Screw thread, refer to Screw thread for tow fitting, screw
thread for tow fitting 253
Sealant 225
Seat belts, see Safety belts 57
Seat heating, front 54
Seat heating, rear 56
Seating position for chil‐ dren 64
Seat, mirror, and steering wheel memory 60
Seats 52
Seats, front 52
Seats, rear 55
Seat ventilation, front 54
Selection list in instrument cluster 97
Selector lever, Steptronic transmission 81
Self-leveling suspension, air suspension 141
Self-leveling suspension, malfunction 142
Sensors, care 257
Service and warranty 8
Service requirements, Condi‐ tion Based Service
CBS 238
Service requirements, dis‐ play 95
Services, ConnectedDrive SET button, see Active Cruise Control, ACC 145
SET button, see Cruise con‐ trol 151
Settings, locking/unlock‐ ing 44
Settings on Control Dis‐ play 100
Settings, storing for seat, mir‐ rors, steering wheel 60
Shift paddles on the steering wheel 83
Shift point indicator 88
Shoulder support 54
Side airbags 109
Side View 161
Signaling, horn 14
Signals when unlocking 45
Sitting safely 52
Size 260
Ski and snowboard bag 182
Slide/tilt glass roof 49
Smoker's package 176
Snow chains 228
Socket, OBD Onboard Diag‐ nostics 239
Sockets, see Connecting electrical devices 178
Soot particulate filter 193
SOS button 248
Spare fuse 247
Spare tire, see Emergency wheel 244
Speed, average 98
Speed limit detection, on- board computer 99
Speed limiter, display 96
Speed Limit Information 96
Speed warning 100
Split screen 23
SPORT+ - program, Dynamic Driving Control 143
Sport displays, torque dis‐ play, performance dis‐
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