BMW X5M 2017 Owners Manual

M
Dynamic
Mode
MDM
Concept
M Dynamic Mode makes it possible to drive on
a dry roadway with high longitudinal and transj
verse acceleration but with limited driving staj
bility.
Only in the absolute limit area does the system
intervene for stabilization by reducing the enj gine power and by braking interventions on the
wheels. In this driving condition, additional
steering corrections may be necessary.
Safety
information WARNING
When M Dynamic Mode is activated, staj
bilizing interventions are carried out only to a
reduced extent. There is a risk of accidents or risk of property damage. Adapt to traffic condijtions. Watch traffic closely and actively interj
vene in the respective situations. In the event
of a warning, do not unnecessarily jerk the steering wheel.'

To increase vehicle stability, activate DSCagain as soon as possible.
Deactivating
DSC Press and hold this button but not lonjger than approx. 10 seconds, until the
indicator light for DSC OFF lights up in the inj
strument cluster and displays DSC OFF.
DSC is switched off.
Activating
DSC Press button.
DSC OFF and the DSC OFF indicator
lamp go out.
Via
M
DriveOn the Control Display:1."Settings"2."M Drive 1" or "M Drive 2"3. Select the symbol.4."DSC OFF"
To open M Drive with the selected settings,
press the corresponding button on the steerj ing wheel:
'y'y
A message appears in the instrument cluster.
This message is confirmed by pressing the button again.
Indicator/warning
lights
When DSC is deactivated, DSC OFF is disj
played in the instrument cluster.
The indicator lamp lights up: DSC is
deactivated.
xDrive
xDrive is the all-wheel-drive system of your vej
hicle. Concerted action by the xDrive and DSC further optimize traction and driving dynamics.The xDrive all-wheel-drive system variably disjtributes the drive forces to the front and rear
axles as demanded by the driving situation and
road surface.
Display
on
the
Control
Display
Displaying
xDrive
view1."Vehicle info"2."xDrive status"3. "xDrive view"
The following information is displayed:
'yWith a navigation system: compass display for the driving direction'yPitch attitude with degree and percentage.'yTransverse gradient with degree indicaj
tion.'yGraphic display for the steering.
Displaying
distribution
of
the
drive
torque
1."Vehicle info"2."xDrive status"3. "Torque distribution"
HDC
Hill
Descent
Control
Concept
HDC is a downhill driving assistant that autoj matically controls vehicle speed on steep downhill gradients. Without applying the
brakes, the vehicle moves at slightly more than walking speed. It the brakes are actively apj
plied, the system distributes force according to
the traction.
Vehicle stability and maneuverability are imj proved on downhill gradients.
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Hill Descent Control can be activated atspeeds below approx. 22 mph/35 km/h. When
driving downhill, the vehicle reduces its speed
and then keeps its speed constant.
Only use HDC in low gears or in selector lever
position D or R.
Increasing
or
decreasing
vehicle
speed
Specify desired speed in the range from apj
prox. 4 mph/6 km/h to approx. 15 mph/25 km/h
using the rocker switch of the cruise control on
the steering wheel. Vehicle speed can be
changed by lightly accelerating.'yPress the rocker switch up to the point of
resistance: the speed increases gradually.'yPress up the rocker switch past the point
of resistance: the speed increases while
the rocker switch is pressed.'yPress the rocker switch down to the point
of resistance: the speed decreases graduj ally.'yPress the rocker switch down past thepoint of resistance: when driving forward,the speed decreases to approx.
6 mph/10 km/h; when reversing, the speed
decreases to approx. 4 mph/6 km/h.Activating
HDC
Press button; the LED above the button
lights up.
Deactivating
HDC Press button again. The LED goes out.HDC is automatically deactivated above
approx. 37 mph/60 km/h.
Display
in
the
instrument
cluster The selected speed is displayed
in the speedometer.
'yGreen: the system is actively
braking the vehicle.'yOrange: the system is on
standby.
Malfunction
A message is displayed in the instrument clusj
ter. HDC is not available, for instance, at elej vated brake temperatures.
Vertical
Dynamic
Control Concept
This system reduces undesirable vehicle moj
tion when using a dynamic driving style or travj
eling on uneven road surfaces.
This enhances the driving dynamics and drivj ing comfort depending on the road surface
condition and driving style.
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ProgramsSetting options for calibrating the shock abjsorbers:'y"Comfort": comfort-oriented.'y"Sport": balanced out.'y"Sport Plus": consistently sporty.
Selecting
a
channel
Via
M
Drive On the Control Display:
1."Settings"2."M Drive 1" or "M Drive 2"3. Select the symbol.4.Select the desired channel.
When M Drive is active, setting is immedij ately applied.
To activate M Drive with the selected settings,press the corresponding button on the steerj
ing wheel:
'y'y
Using
the
button
Press button repeatedly until the desired
program is displayed in the instrument
cluster.
Display
in
the
instrument
cluster
Vertical Dynamic Control with selectedprogram with activated display of the
system states of the driving dynamics,
refer to page 97.
Servotronic Concept
Servotronic is a speed-dependent power
steering function.
The system provides the steering force with
more support at low speeds than at higher
ones. This makes it easier to park, for instance,
and makes steering more direct when driving
at faster speeds.
Furthermore, the steering force adapts accordj
ing to the driving program, so that a direct, sporty feel or a comfortable steering response
is conveyed.
Programs Steering force setting options:'y"Comfort": low.'y"Sport": medium.'y"Sport Plus": high.
Selecting
a
channel
Via
M
Drive On the Control Display:
1."Settings"2."M Drive 1" or "M Drive 2"3. Select the symbol.4.Select the desired channel.
When M Drive is active, setting is immedij ately applied.
To activate M Drive with the selected settings,press the corresponding button on the steerj
ing wheel:
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'y'y
Using
the
button
Press button repeatedly until the desired
program is displayed in the instrument
cluster.
Display
in
the
instrument
cluster Servotronic with selected program withactivated display of the System statesof the driving dynamics, refer to
page 97.
Self-leveling
suspension The
concept
The self-leveling suspension keeps the vehicle height and ground clearance constant. Theheight of the vehicle at the rear axle is mainjtained at a predefined level under all load conjditions.
The system ensures consistent comfort by keeping spring travel constant in all driving sitj
uations.
Malfunction A Check Control message is displayed. The
system is disrupted. Vehicle handling may be altered and driving comfort may be noticeably
reduced. Visit the nearest dealerss service cenj
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Driving
comfortVehicle
features
and
options
This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due
to the selected options or country versions.
This also applies to safety-related functions
and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations
must be observed.
Cruise
controlThe
concept
Using this system, a desired speed can be adj justed using the buttons on the steering wheel.
The system maintains the desired speed. The system accelerates and brakes automatically
as needed.
General
information
Depending on the driving settings, the features of the cruise control can change in certainareas.
Safety
information WARNING
The system does not release from the
personal responsibility to correctly assess the traffic situation. Based on the limits of the sysjtem, it cannot independently react to all trafficsituations. There is a risk of an accident. Adjust
the driving style to the traffic conditions. Watch traffic closely and actively intervene in the rej
spective situations.'

The cruise control can be used.
DSC will be switched on if needed.
Switching
off Press button on the steering wheel.'yIf active: press twice.'yIf interrupted: press once.
The displays go out. The stored desired speed
is deleted.
Interrupting
manually When active, press the button.
Interrupting
automatically The system is automatically interrupted in the
following situations:
'yWhen the driver applies the brakes.'yWhen selector lever position D is disenj
gaged.'yIf MDM is activated or DSC is deactivated.'yWhen DSC is actively controlling stability.'yIf HDC is activated.
Setting
the
speed
Maintaining/storing
the
speed
Press the rocker switch while the system is inj terrupted.
When the system is switched on, the current
speed is maintained and stored as the desired
speed.
The stored speed is displayed in the speedomj
eter and briefly in the instrument cluster, refer
to page 148.
DSC will be switched on, if needed.
The speed can also be stored bypressing a button.
Press button.
Changing
the
speed
Press the rocker switch up or down repeatedly
until the desired speed is set.
If active, the displayed speed is stored and the vehicle reaches the stored speed when the
road is clear.
'yEach time the rocker switch is pressed to
the point of resistance, the desired speed increases or decreases by approx.
1 mph/1 km/h.'yEach time the rocker switch is pressed
past the resistance point, the desired
speed changes by a maximum of 5 mph/
10 km/h.
The maximum speed that can be set dej
pends on the vehicle.'yPressing the rocker switch to the resistj
ance point and holding it accelerates or dej
celerates the vehicle without requiring
pressure on the accelerator pedal.
After the rocker switch is released, the vej
hicle maintains its final speed. Pressing the
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Continuing
cruise
control
General
information
An interrupted cruise control can be continued
by calling up the stored speed.
Make sure that the difference between current speed and stored speed is not too large before
calling up the stored speed. Otherwise, uninj
tentional braking or accelerating may occur.
In the following cases, the stored speed value
is deleted and cannot be called up again:'yWhen the system is switched off.'yWhen the ignition is switched off.
Calling
up
stored
speed
Press button.
The stored speed is reached and maintained.
Displays
in
the
instrument
cluster
Indicator
lamp Depending on how the vehicle is equipjped, the indicator lamp in the instruj
ment cluster indicates whether the sysj
tem is switched on.
Desired
speed
and
stored
speed
'yMarking lights up green:
system is active, the markj
ing indicates the desired
speed.'yMarking lights up orange:
system is interrupted, the
marking indicates the stored
speed.'yThe marking does not light up: the system is switched off.Brief
status
display
Selected desired speed.
If no speed is indicated, it is possible that the
conditions necessary for operation are not curj rently fulfilled.
Displays
in
the
Head-up
Display Some system information can also be disj
played in the Head-up Display.
System
limits
Engine
power The desired speed is also maintained downhill,but may not be maintained on uphill grades if
engine power is insufficient.
PDC
Park
Distance
Control
Concept
PDC is a support when parking. When you
slowly approach an object in the rear - or also
in the front of the vehicle if the feature is availaj ble - then the object is reported through:'ySignal tones.'yVisual display.
General
information
The ultrasound sensors for measuring the disj
tances are located in the bumpers.
The maneuvering range, depending on the obj
stacle and environmental conditions, is approx.
6 ft/2 m.
An acoustic warning is first given in the followj ing situations:
'yBy the front sensors and the two rear corj
ner sensors at approx. 24 in/60 cm from
the object.'yBy the rear middle sensors at a distance to
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'yWhen a collision is imminent.
Safety
informationWARNING
The system does not release from the
personal responsibility to correctly assess the
traffic situation. Based on the limits of the sysj tem, it cannot independently react to all trafficsituations. There is a risk of an accident. Adjust
the driving style to the traffic conditions. Watch
traffic closely and actively intervene in the rej
spective situations.'

The rearview camera image is displayed if thereverse gear is engaged when pressing the
park assistance button.
WARNING
Signal
tones An intermittent tone indicates when the vehijcle is approaching an object. E.g., if an object
is detected to the left rear of the vehicle, a sigj
nal tone sounds from the left rear speaker.
The shorter the distance to the object, the
shorter the intervals.
If the distance to a detected object is less than
approx. 10 inches/25 cm, a continuous tone is sounded.
With front PDC: if objects are simultaneously located both in front of and behind the vehicle, an alternating continuous signal is sounded.
Volume
The ratio of the PDC signal tone volume to the
entertainment volume can be adjusted.
Using iDrive:1."Multimedia", "Radio" or "Settings"2."Tone"3."Volume settings"4."PDC"5.Turn the Controller until the desired setj ting is selected.6.Press the Controller.
Settings are stored for the profile currentlyused.
Visual
warning
The approach of the vehicle to an object can
be shown on the Control Display. Objects that
are farther away are already displayed on the
Control Display before a signal sounds.
A display appears as soon as Park Distance
Control (PDC) is activated.
The range of the sensors is represented in the
colors green, yellow and red.
When the image of the rearview camera is disj
played, the switch can be made to PDC:
"Rear view camera"
System
limits
Safety
information WARNING
The system can react incorrectly or not
at all due to the system limits. There is a risk of
accidents or risk of property damage. Observe the information regarding the system limits
and actively intervene, if needed.'