BMW X6 2017 Workshop Manual

'yThe opened glass sunroof closes until it is
in the tilted position. The sliding visor does not move.'yThe tilted glass sunroof closes. The sliding
visor does not move.
Opening/closing
the
glass
sunroof
and
sliding
visor
separately
'yPress the switch in the dej
sired direction to the resistj
ance point and hold it there.
The sliding visor opens
while the switch is being
held. If the sliding visor is alj
ready fully open, the glass
sunroof opens.
The glass sunroof closes
while the switch is being
held. If the glass sunroof is
already closed or in the tilted
position, the sliding visor
closes.'yPress the switch in the desired direction
past the resistance point.
The sliding visor opens automatically. If the sliding visor is already fully open, the glasssunroof opens automatically.
The glass sunroof closes automatically. If the glass sunroof is already closed or in the
tilted position, the sliding visor closes auj
tomatically.
Pressing the switch upward stops the moj tion.
Opening/closing
the
glass
sunroof
and
sliding
visor
together
Briefly press the switch twice insuccession in the desired direcj tion past the resistance point.
The glass sunroof and sliding vij
sor move together. Pressing the
switch upward stops the motion.
Convenient opening via the remote control, rej
fer to page 35.
Closing by means of Comfort Access, refer to page 39.
Comfort
position
If the glass sunroof is not completely opened
automatically, the comfort position has been attained. In this position the wind noises in theinterior are the least.
If desired, continue the movement by pressing
the switch.
Jam
protection
system
General
information
If the closing force when closing the glass sunj
roof exceeds a certain value, the closing movej ment is stopped, beginning at approximately
the middle of the opening in the roof, or from
the tilted position during closing. The glass
sunroof opens slightly.
Closing
from
the
open
position
without
jam
protection
If there is an external danger, proceed as folj
lows:1.Push the switch forward past the resistj
ance point and hold.
The glass sunroof closes with limited jam protection . If the closing force exceeds aspecific threshold, closing is interrupted.2.Push the switch forward again past the rej
sistance point and hold until the glass sunj
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Closing
from
the
raised
position
without
jam
protection
If there is an external danger,
push the switch forward past the
resistance point and hold it.
The glass sunroof closes withj
out jam protection .
Initializing
after
a
power
interruption General
information
After a power failure during the opening or closing process, the glass sunroof can only be
operated to a limited extent.
The system can be initialized under the followj
ing conditions.'yThe vehicle is parked in a horizontal posij
tion.'yThe engine is running.'yThe external temperature is above
41 

SettingsVehicle
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.
Sitting
safely
An ideal seating position that meets the needs
of the occupants can make a vital contribution to relaxed, fatigue-free driving.
In the event of an accident, the correct seating
position plays an important role. Additionally, observe the following chapters for safe driving:'ySafety belts, refer to page 57.'yHead restraints, refer to page 58.'yAirbags, refer to page 111.
Front
seats
Safety
information WARNING
Seat adjustments while driving can lead
to unexpected movements of the seat. Vehicle
control could be lost. There is a risk of an accij
dent. Only adjust the seat on the driver's side
when the vehicle is stationary.'

Forward/backward
Push switch forward or backward.
Height
Push switch up or down. Seat
tilt
Move switch up or down.
Backrest
tilt
Move switch forward or backward.Thigh
support
Multifunctional
seat
Push switch forward or backward.
Sport
seat
Pull the lever at the front of the seat and adjust the thigh support.
Lumbar
support The curvature of the seat backrest can be adj
justed in a way that it supports the lumbar rej
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gion of the spine. The lower back and thespine are supported for upright posture.'yPress the front/rear section
of the switch:
The curvature is increased/
decreased.'yPress the upper/lower secj
tion of the switch:
The curvature is shifted up/ down.
Backrest
width
To adjust the lateral support, the width of thebackrest can be changed using the side wings.
Press button on the correj
sponding side
Upper
backrest
adjustment
The upper backrest additionally supports the back in the shoulder area:
'yResults in a relaxed seating position.'yReduces strain on the shoulder muscles.
Press button on the corresponding side.
Front
seat
heating
Overview
Seat heating
Switching
on Press button once for each temperajture level.
The maximum temperature is reached when three LEDs are lit.
If the trip is continued within approx. 15 mij
nutes after a stop, seat heating is activated auj
tomatically with the temperature selected last.
When ECO PRO is activated, the heater output
is reduced.
Switching
off Press and hold the button, until the
LEDs go out.
Temperature
distribution
The heating action in the seat cushion and
backrest can be distributed in different ways.
About iDrive:
1."Climate"2."Front seat heating"3.Select desired seat.4.Turn the Controller to set the temperature distribution.Seite 55SettingsControls55
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Active
seat
ventilation,
front
The
concept The seat cushion and backrest surfaces are
cooled by means of integrated fans.
The ventilation cools the seat, e.g., if the vehij
cle interior is overheated or for continuous cooling at high temperatures.
Overview
Active seat ventilation
Switching
on Press button once for each ventilation
level.
The highest level is active when three LEDs are lit.
The ventilation switches back by one level afj ter a short time.
Switching
off Press and hold the button, until the
LEDs go out.
Rear
seats
Second
row
of
seats
Safety
information WARNING
There is a risk of jamming when folding
down the center armrest in the rear. There is a
risk of injury. Make sure that the area of movej
ment of the center armrest is clear during foldj
ing down.'

Safety
beltsNumber
of
safety
belts
The vehicle is fitted with five safety belts to enj
sure occupant safety. However, they can only offer protection when adjusted correctly.
The two outer safety belt buckles of the rear
seat are intended for the persons sitting on the
left and right.
The center safety belt buckle of the rear seat is
intended for the person sitting in the middle.
General
information Always make sure that safety belts are being
worn by all occupants before driving off. Alj
though airbags enhance safety by providing
added protection, they are not a substitute for safety belts.
Slowly guide the safety belt out of the holder
when fastening it.
The upper shoulder strap's anchorage point
will be correct for adult seat occupants of evj
ery build if the seat is correctly adjusted.
Safety
information WARNING
If the safety belt is used to buckle more
than one person, the protective effect of the safety belt can no longer be ensured. There is
a risk of injuries or danger to life. Do not allow more than one person to wear a single safety
belt. Infants and children are not allowed on an occupant's lap, but must be transported andsecured in designated child restraint sysj
tems.'

Buckling
the
safety
belt
Make sure you hear the latch plate engage in
the belt buckle.
To ease accessibility to the seat belt buckle, an adjustable slider is available on the belt to help
position the buckle when not in use.
Tensioning
the
safety
belt
automatically
When the safety belt is buckled, the belt strap
is automatically tightened once after the vehij cle drove off.
Unbuckling
the
safety
belt
1.Hold the safety belt firmly.2.Press the red button in the belt buckle.3.Guide the safety belt back into its roll-upmechanism.
Safety
belt
reminder
for
driver's
and
passenger's
seat
The indicator lamp lights up and a sigj
nal sounds. Make sure that the safety
belts are positioned correctly. The
safety belt reminder is active at speeds above
approx. 6 mph/10 km/h. It can also be activated if objects are placed on the front passengerseat.
Safety
mode In critical situations, for example during an
emergency stop, the front safety belts tighten automatically.
If the situation passes without an accident ocj
curring, the belt tension relaxes.
If the belt tension does not loosen automatij
cally, stop the vehicle and unbuckle the safety belt using the red button in the buckle. Fasten
the safety belt before continuing on your trip.
Front
head
restraints
Safety
information WARNING
A missing protective effect due to rej
moved or not correctly adjusted head rej
straints can cause injuries in the head and
neck area. There is a risk of injury. Before drivj
ing, install the head restraints on the occupied
seats. Ensure that the middle of the head rej
straint supports the back of the head approxij
mately at eye level.'

Correctly
adjusted
head
restraint
General
information
A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the
risk of injury to cervical vertebrae in the event of an accident.
Height Adjust the head restraint so that its center is
approximately at eye level.
Distance
Adjust the distance so that the head restraint is as close as possible to the back of the head.
Active
head
restraint In the event of a rear-end collision with a cerj
tain severity, the active head restraint automatj
ically reduces the distance from the head.
In the event of wear and tear due to an accij
dent, or if otherwise damaged, have the active
head restraint checked and if necessary rej
placed
Adjusting
the
height:
electrical
head
restraints
Push switch up or down.
Distance
to
the
back
of
the
head:
electrical
head
restraints
The head restraint is automatically reposij
tioned when the upper backrest is adjusted.
Adjusting
the
side
extensions
Fold the side extensions on the head restraint
forward for increased lateral support in the resting position.
Removing
The head restraints cannot be removed.
Memory
function Concept
The following settings can be stored and, if necessary, retrieved using the memory funcj tion:
'yDiver's seat position.'yExterior mirror position.'ySteering wheel position.'yHeight of the Head-up Display.
General
information
Two memory locations with different settings can be set for each driver profile, refer to
page 44.
Settings for the backrest width and lumbar
support are not stored in memory.
Safety
information WARNING
Using the memory function while driving
can lead to unexpected seat or steering wheel movements. Vehicle control could be lost.
There is a risk of an accident. Only retrieve the
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memory function when the vehicle is stationjary.'