BMW X6 2017 Owners Manual

Opening
Press button.
Closing Press the cover up until it latches.
Cup
holders Safety
information WARNING
Unsuitable containers in the cup holder
and hot beverages can damage the cup holder and increase the risk of injury in the event of anaccident. There is a risk of injury or risk of
property damage. Use light-weight, unbreakaj
ble, and sealable containers. Do not transport
hot beverages. Do not force objects into the
cup holder.'

Opening1.Pull the loop and fold down the center armj
rest.2.Press button.
Closing
Press both covers inward back against eachother.
Clothes
hooks Safety
information WARNING
Clothing articles on the clothes hooks
can obstruct the view while driving. There is a
risk of an accident. When suspending clothing
articles from the hooks, ensure that they will
not obstruct the driver's view.'

Depending on the installed equipment version,there are one or two multi-function hooks in
the cargo area.
Retaining
strap A retaining strap is available on the left side
trim for fastening small objects.
Net
Smaller objects can be stored in the net on the left side of the cargo area.
Storage
compartment
on
the
right
side
A waterproof storage compartment is available
on the right side of the cargo area.
Left
side
storage
compartment
Pull the handle.
Lashing
eyes
in
the
cargo
area
with
rail
To secure the cargo, refer to page 201, there
are lashing eyes in the cargo area.
Cargo
net,
FlexNet
To secure the cargo, refer to page 201, the
flexible cargo net can also be used.Seite 193Storage
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Driving
tips
This chapter provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating modes.Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 915 604 - X/16

Things
to
remember
when
drivingVehicle
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.
Breaking-in
period
General
information Moving parts need to begin working togethersmoothly.
The following instructions will help you to achj
ieve a long vehicle life and good efficiency.
During break-in, do not use the Launch Conj trol.
Safety
information WARNING
Due to new parts and components,
safety and driver assistance systems can react
with a delay. There is a risk of an accident. Afj
ter installing new parts or with a new vehicle,
drive conservatively and intervene early if necj
essary. Observe the break-in procedures of
the respective parts and components.'

If driving with the tailgate open cannot beavoided:'yClose all windows and the glass sunroof.'yGreatly increase the air flow from the vents.'yDrive moderately.
Hot
exhaust
system
WARNING
During driving operation, high temperaj
tures can occur underneath the vehicle body, e.g., caused by the exhaust gas system. If
combustible materials, such as leaves or grass, come in contact with hot parts of the exhaust
gas system, these materials can ignite. There
is a risk of injury or risk of property damage. Do not remove the heat shields installed and never
apply undercoating to them. Make sure that no combustible materials can come in contact
with hot vehicle parts in driving operation, idle
or during parking. Do not touch the hot exj
haust system.'

Braking
safely
The vehicle is equipped with ABS as a standj
ard feature.
Perform an emergency stop in situations that require such.
Steering is still responsive. You can still avoid any obstacles with a minimum of steering efj
fort.
Pulsation of the brake pedal and sounds from
the hydraulic circuits indicate that ABS is in its active mode.
In certain braking situations, the perforated
brake discs can emit functional noises. Howj
ever, this has no effect on the performance and
operational reliability of the brake.
Objects
in
the
movement
area
around
pedals
and
floor
area
WARNING
Objects in the driver's floor area can limit
the pedal distance or block a depressed pedal.
There is a risk of an accident. Stow objects in
the vehicle such that they are secured and
cannot enter into the driver's floor area. Use
floor mats that are suitable for the vehicle and
can be safely attached to the floor. Do not use loose floor mats and do not layer several floormats. Make sure that there is sufficient clearjance for the pedals. Ensure that the floor mats
are securely fastened again after they were rej
moved, e.g., for cleaning.'

Driving
on
poor
roads
Concept
Because of its greater ground clearance, the
vehicle can be driven on a variety of road types
and qualities.
All-wheel drive can help improve forward moj
mentum.
Safety
information NOTE
Objects in unpaved areas, e.g., stones or
branches, can damage the vehicle. There is a risk of property damage. Do not drive on unj
paved terrain.'

LoadingVehicle
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.
Safety
information WARNING
High gross weight can overheat the tires,
damage them internally and cause a sudden
drop in tire inflation pressure. Driving characj
teristics may be negatively impacted, reducing
lane stability, lengthening the braking distanj ces and changing the steering response.
There is a risk of an accident. Pay attention to the permitted load capacity of the tires and
never exceed the permitted gross weight.'