BMW X6 2017 Owners Manual

proximately 20 seconds until the LED on
the interior mirror flashes. This erases all
programming of the buttons on the interior mirror.3.Hold the hand-held transmitter for the sysjtem to be controlled approx. 1 to 3 inj
ches/2.5 to 8 cm away from the buttons of
the interior mirror. The required distance
depends on the hand-held transmitter.4.Simultaneously press and hold the button
of the desired function on the hand-held transmitter and the button to be programj
med on the interior mirror. The LED on the
interior mirror will begin flashing slowly.5.Release both buttons as soon as the LED flashes more rapidly. The LED flashing
faster indicates that the button on the intej
rior mirror has been programmed.
If the LED does not flash faster after at
least 60 seconds, change the distance bej
tween the interior mirror and the hand-held transmitter and repeat the step. Several
more attempts at different distances may be necessary. Wait at least 15 seconds bej
tween attempts.
Canada: if programming with the hand- held transmitter was interrupted, hold
down the interior mirror button and repeatj
edly press and release the hand-held
transmitter button for 2 seconds.6.To program other functions on other butj
tons, repeat steps 3 to 5.
The systems can be controlled using the intej
rior mirror buttons.
Special
feature
of
the
rolling
code
wireless
system
If you are unable to operate the system after
repeated programming, please check if the system to be controlled features a rolling coderadio system.
Read the system's owner's manual, or press the programmed button on the interior mirror longer. If the LED on the interior mirror starts
flashing rapidly and then stays lit constantly for
2 seconds, the system features a rolling code
radio system. Flashing and continuous illumij
nation of the LED will repeat for approximately
20 seconds.
For systems with a rolling code radio system,
the Universal Integrated Remote Control and the system also have to be synchronized.
Please read the owner's manual to find out
how to synchronize the system.
Synchronizing is easier with the aid of a secj
ond person.
Synchronizing the universal remote control with the system:1.Park the vehicle within range of the rejmote-controlled system.2.Program the desired button on the interiormirror as described.3.Locate and press the synchronizing button
on the system being programmed. You
have approx. 30 seconds for the next step.4.Hold down the programmed button on the
interior mirror for approximately 3 seconds
and then release it. If necessary, repeat this step up to three times in order to finish
synchronization. Once synchronization is
complete, the programmed function will be carried out.
Reprogramming
individual
buttons
1.Switch on the ignition.2.Press and hold the interior mirror button tobe programmed.3.As soon as the interior mirror LED starts
flashing slowly, hold the hand-held transj
mitter for the system to be controlled apj prox. 1 to 3 inches/2.5 to 8 cm away from
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4.Likewise, press and hold the button of the
desired function on the hand-held transj mitter.5.Release both buttons as soon as the intej
rior mirror LED flashes more rapidly. The LED flashing faster indicates that the butj
ton on the interior mirror has been proj
grammed. The system can then be conj
trolled by the button on the interior mirror.
If the LED does not flash faster after at
most 60 seconds, change the distance and
repeat the programming starting with
step 4. Several more attempts at different
distances may be necessary. Wait at least 15 seconds between attempts.
Canada: if programming with the hand-
held transmitter was interrupted, hold
down the interior mirror button and repeatj
edly press and release the hand-held
transmitter button for 2 seconds.
Operation
WARNING
Body parts can be jammed when operatj
ing remote-controlled systems, e.g., the gaj
rage door, using the integrated universal rej
mote control. There is a risk of injury or risk of
property damage. Make sure that the area of movement of the respective system is clear
during programming and operation. Also follow
the safety instructions of the hand-held transj
mitter.'

EmptyingTake out the insert.
Lighter Safety
information WARNING
Contact with hot heating elements or the
hot socket of the cigarette lighter can cause
burns. Flammable materials can ignite if the cigarette lighter falls down or is held against
the respective objects. There is a risk of fire
and injuries. Hold the cigarette lighter by its
handle. Make sure that children do not use the
lighter and burn themselves.'

starting aid terminals in the engine compartj
ment.'

Common file systems are supported.FAT32 and exFAT are the recommendedformats.
Information about compatible USB media can
be found at www.bmwusa.com/bluetooth.
The following applications are possible:
'yExporting and importing driver profiles, rej fer to page 44.'yPlaying music files via USB audio.'yAdding music files to the music collection
and saving the music collection.'yPlaying videos via USB video.'yLoading of software updates.
Overview
The USB interface and the AUX-IN port are loj cated in the center armrest.
Connecting
an
external
device Observe the following when connecting:
'yDo not use force when plugging the conjnector into the USB interface.'yUse a flexible adapter cable.'yProtect the USB storage device againstmechanical damage.'yDue to the large number of USB mediaavailable on the market, it cannot be guarj
anteed that every device is operable on the
vehicle.'yDo not expose USB media to extreme envij
ronmental conditions, such as very hightemperatures; refer to the owner's manual of the device.'yDue to the many different compressiontechniques, proper playback of the media
stored on the USB storage device cannot
be guaranteed in all cases.'yA connected USB storage device will be
supplied with charging current via the USB interface if the device supports this. At
higher temperatures, the USB storage dej vice may cause a reduction in the charging
current.'yTo ensure proper transmission of the stored data, do not charge a USB storage
device via the onboard socket, when it is
connected to the USB interface.'yDepending on how the USB storage device should be used, settings may be required
on the USB storage device, refer to the
owner's manual of the device.
Non- compatible USB media:
'yUSB hard drives.'yUSB hubs.'yUSB memory card readers with multiple inj
serts.'yHFS-formatted USB media.'yMTP devices.'yDevices such as fans or lights.
Cargo
area
Cargo
cover
Safety
information WARNING
Loose objects or devices with a cable
connection to the vehicle, e.g., mobile phones, can be thrown into the vehicle's interior while
driving, e.g., in the event of an accident or durj
ing braking and evasive maneuvers. There is a risk of injury. Secure loose objects or devices
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with a cable connection to the vehicle in thevehicle's interior.'

WARNING
With an unlocked backrest, an unsecured
load can be thrown into the vehicle's interior,
e.g., in case of an accident, braking or evasive maneuver. There is a risk of injury. Make sure
that the backrest engages into the locking afj
ter folding it back.'

Storage
compartmentsVehicle
features
and
optionsThis 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.
Safety
information WARNING
Loose objects or devices with a cable
connection to the vehicle, e.g., mobile phones, can be thrown into the vehicle's interior while
driving, e.g., in the event of an accident or durj
ing braking and evasive maneuvers. There is a risk of injury. Secure loose objects or devices
with a cable connection to the vehicle in the
vehicle's interior.'

LockingThe glove compartment can be locked with an
integrated key. This prevents access to the glove compartment.
After the glove compartment is locked, the rej
mote control can be handed over, such as at a
hotel, without the integrated key.
Driver's
side
Safety
information WARNING
Folded open, the glove compartment
protrudes in the vehicle's interior. Objects in the glove compartment can be thrown into thevehicle's interior while driving, e.g., in the eventof an accident or during braking and evasive
maneuvers. There is a risk of injury. Always close the glove compartment immediately after
using it.'

pending on how the vehicle is equipped alsoan elastic band on the left side and a cover forthe snap-in adapter.
Opening
Push the cover down slightly and press the
button, see arrow. The respective cover folds
up.
ClosingFold the respective cover down until it latches.
Connection
for
an
external
audio
device
An external audio device, for inj
stance an MP3 player, can be
connected via the AUX-IN port
or the USB audio interface in the
center armrest.
Rear
Overview A storage compartment is located in the centerarmrest between the seats.
Opening1.Pull the loop and fold down the center armj
rest.2.Pull the handle.
Closing
Press cover down until it latches.
Glasses
compartment Overview
The compartment for eye glasses is located
between the interior mirror and interior lights.
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