BMW X6 M 2017 Owners Manual

'yAdjust speed to the road conditions. The
steeper and more uneven the road, the
slower the speed should be.'yFor trips on steep gradients: top up with
engine oil and coolant nearly up to the
MAX mark. Gradients of up to max. 50 
can be driven on.'yWhen driving up steep hills, use Hill Dej
scent Control HDC.
Driving on gradients up to 32  is possij
ble. The permitted side tilt is 50 .'yAvoid contact between the body and the
ground.
Ground clearance is a maximum 20 cm, apj proximately 7.8 inches and may vary dejpending on load condition.'yIf wheels are spinning, accelerate enough
so that drive stability control systems can distribute drive force to wheels. Activateany Dynamic Traction Control, DTC.
After
driving
on
bad
roads
After driving on bad roads, to maintain driving
safety, check wheel and tyres for damage. Rej
move any major soiling of the body.
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LoadsVehicle
equipment
This chapter describes all standard, national
and special equipment provided in the model
series. Equipment not available in the vehicle is
therefore also described, for example the sej lected special equipment or country variant.This also applies to safety-relevant functions
and systems. Comply with the relevant laws and regulations when using the corresponding
functions and systems.
Safety
instructions WARNING
A high gross vehicle weight can cause
the tyres to overheat, causing internal damage
and a sudden loss of tyre pressure. The driving
characteristics can be negatively influenced,
for example reduced directional stability, lonj
ger braking distance and modified steering
characteristics. Danger of accidents. Comply
with the permitted load index of the tyre, and
do not exceed the permitted gross vehicle
weight.'

Lashing
eyes
in
the
boot
with
rails
For securing the load four moveable lashing
eyes are in the boot.
To reposition a lashing eye press the button, arrow 1. Ensure that the lashing eyes mesh
into the new position.
The lashing eyes can be removed from the
rails at the recesses.
Equipment for securing the transported load, such as lashing straps, tensioning straps or
luggage nets, must be secured to the lashing eyes in the boot.
Boot
net,
FlexNet
The flexible boot net is suspended in eyes and
offers a storage possibility in the boot. The storage net can be attached to the followingeyes:
BMW X5 M:BMW X6 M:'yLashing eyes on the rails.'yEyes on the boot wall.
The eyes are located on both sides of the boot.
Equipment for securing the transported load,such as lashing straps, tensioning straps or
luggage nets, must be secured to the lashing eyes in the boot.
Roof
rack General
Fitting only possible with roof railing.
Roof racks are available as special equipment.
Safety
note WARNING
When driving with a roof load, for examj
ple with a roof rack, the higher centre of gravity
can mean that driving safety is no longer guarj
anteed in critical driving situations. Danger of
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accident or damage to property. Do not deactijvate Dynamic Stability Control DSC when drivj
ing with a roof load.'

Towing
a
trailerVehicle
equipment
This chapter describes all standard, national
and special equipment provided in the model
series. Equipment not available in the vehicle is
therefore also described, for example the sej lected special equipment or country variant.This also applies to safety-relevant functions
and systems. Comply with the relevant laws and regulations when using the corresponding
functions and systems.
General
The permitted trailer loads, axle loads, trailer
nose weights and gross vehicle weight rating
are specified in the technical data.
For
Australia/New
Zealand:
note
Towing
Australian standard AS 4177.1-2004 Caravan and light trailer towing components m towbars
and towing brackets contains the following
statement, which is hereby accepted by the
BMW Group Australia: FOR TOWING ONLY.
The trailer tow hitch supplied with your BMW
vehicle should only be used for towing and not
in connection with any kind of transport device attached to the trailer tow hitch, i.e. bicycle
carriers or similar.
As all BMW Group towbar assemblies are dej
signed, tested and approved as a single unit,
the practice of modifying or replacing the
BMW supplied towball mount assembly is not
approved. Use only the genuine BMW towball
mount assembly.
BMW Group Australia does not recommend or support the installation and use of a WeightDistribution Hitch or Load Levelling Device on
any BMW Group vehicles. The use of such dej
vices may affect the vehicle's warranty status.
We recommend you consult your Authorised
BMW Dealer for any further advice or clarificaj
tion.
Before
a
journey
Trailer
nose
weight The trailer should not have a trailer noseweight less than the minimum of 25 kg, 55 lband also try to use the maximum trailer noseweight to the full extent.
The weight of the trailer tow hitch and the nose
weight reduce the maximum load of the towing vehicle. The nose weight increases the vehicleweight. The total permitted weight of the towj
ing vehicle must not be exceeded.
Loads
Distribute the load as evenly as possible over the loadbed.
Stow the load as low as possible and as close as possible to the trailer axle. A low centre oftrailer gravity makes the vehicle combinationmuch more stable and safe to drive.
The permitted total weight of the trailer and
the permitted trailer load of the vehicle must not be exceeded. The smaller value is the limitwhich should be adhered to.
Tyre
pressures
Check the vehicle's and the trailer's tyre presj sures carefully.
On the vehicle, the tyre inflation pressure, see page 217, for higher loads applies.
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Runflat
indicator
Reinitialise the runflat indicator after a trailer
has been attached or detached or the inflation pressure has been corrected.
Tyre
Pressure
Monitor Reinitialise the Tyre Pressure Monitor after a
trailer has been attached or detached or the inj flation pressure has been corrected.
Exterior
mirrors Two exterior mirrors which bring both rear corj
ners of the trailer into your field of view are rej
quired by law. Mirrors of this type are available
as special equipment from a Service Partner of the manufacturer or another qualified Service
Partner or a specialist workshop.
Power
consumption
Before beginning your journey, check the funcj tion of the trailer rear lights.
The power output of the trailer's rear lights
must not exceed the following values:'yTurn indicators: 42 watt per side.'yTail lights: 50 watt per side.'yBrake lights: 84 watt total.'yRear fog lights: 42 watt total.'yReversing lights: 42 watt total.
Keep the switch-on times of the current conj sumer units in the caravan mode short in ordernot to place an excessive load on the vehiclebattery.
Towing
a
trailer Safety
instructions WARNING
Speeds in excess of approximately
80 km/h, approximately 50 mph can be enough
to produce a swaying or fishtailing motion, dej pending on the design of trailers and the loads
they are carrying. Danger of accident or damj
age to property.
Keep to an appropriate speed when towing a trailer. In case of swaying or fishtailing motions,
brake immediately and make the necessary
steering corrections as carefully as possible.'

Trailer
Stability
ControlPrinciple
The system helps you to neutralise a trailer's
tendency to swing from side to side.
It detects snaking movements and promptly brakes the vehicle so that road speeds fall tobelow the critical range and the vehicle combij
nation is stabilised.
If the power socket for the trailer is in use but no trailer is attached, for example during use ofa bicycle carrier with lights, the system may
become active in extreme driving situations.
Operating
requirements
The system is operational when towing a trailer
and when using the trailer socket as of approxj imately 65 km/h, 40 mph.
System
limits'yThe system cannot intervene if the trailer veers instantly, for example on slippery orloose road surfaces.'yTrailers with a high centre of gravity can tipover before a swinging motion is detected.'yThe system is not operational if Dynamic
Stability Control DSC is deactivated or has
failed.
Not
for
Australia/New
Zealand:
Trailer
tow
hitch
with
electrically
swivellable
trailer
hitch
General
The swivel-mounted ball head for the trailer
tow hitch is located on the underside of the vej
hicle.
The LED illuminates green if the system is opj erational.
The button for swinging the swivel-mounted
ball head in and out is behind the rear side trim
in the boot.
Swivelling
out
the
ball
linkage
1.Open the boot.2.Step out of the swivelling area of the ball
linkage behind the vehicle.3. Press the button in the boot.
The ball linkage swivels outwards. The LED in the button flashes in green.4.Wait until the ball linkage has reached the
end position.
NOTE
The trailer tow hitch is intended to be
used with a trailer. If the ball head of the trailer tow hitch is swivelled out, it may become jamjmed when driving without a trailer or load carjrier. Danger of damage to property. Swivel the
ball linkage in when driving without a trailer or
load carrier.'

Swivelling
in
the
ball
linkage1.Uncouple the trailer or load carrier, remove
the fittings for the track-stabilising devices, pull out the connector for the trailer'spower supply and, if applicable, pull the
adapter out of the socket.2. Press the button in the boot.
The ball linkage swivels inwards. The LED in the button flashes in green.3.Wait until the ball linkage has reached the
end position.
Automatic
interruption
or
reversal
of
the
swivel
movement
General The swivel movement is interrupted automatij
cally, possibly reversed or is not performed if the current limit values are exceeded, for exjample at very low temperatures or in the caseof mechanical resistance.
Repeat
the
swivel
movement
with
the engine
running
1.Start engine using start/stop button.2. Press the button in the boot and hold
it until the ball linkage has moved comj
pletely in or out.
If necessary, repeat the swivel movement with
the button pressed and the engine running.
The LED in the button illuminates green when the ball linkage has reached an end position.
If this reoccurs, contact a Service Partner of
the manufacturer or another qualified Service Partner or a specialist workshop.
Trailer
socket
The trailer socket is located on the trailer tow
hitch.
Fold the cover downwards.
Eye
for
securing
cable
There is an eye on the trailer tow hitch for atj
taching the trailer securing cable.
For increased safety when towing a trailer durj ing a journey, attach the trailer securing cable
to the eye.
In doing so, ensure adequate ease-of-movej ment of the securing cable to prevent it from
scraping on the ground.
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Saving
fuelVehicle
equipmentThis chapter describes all standard, national
and special equipment provided in the model
series. Equipment not available in the vehicle is
therefore also described, for example the sej lected special equipment or country variant.This also applies to safety-relevant functions
and systems. Comply with the relevant laws and regulations when using the corresponding
functions and systems.
General
The vehicle possesses wide-ranging technoloj
gies for reducing consumption and emission
levels.
Fuel consumption depends on various factors.
A number of measures, such as a moderate driving style and regular maintenance, can inj
fluence fuel consumption and reduce burden on environment.
Removing
transported
load
that
is
not
required
Extra weight increases fuel consumption.
Removing
add-on
parts
after
use
Remove unneeded auxiliary mirrors, roof racks
and rear-mounted racks after use.
Remove unneeded roof racks after use.
Add-on parts on the vehicle interfere with its aerodynamic performance and inflate fuel conjsumption.Closing
windows
and
the
Glass
Roof
An opened Glass Roof or opened window inj creases the drag and thus reduces the range.
Tyres
General Tyres can have differing effects on fuel conj
sumption. For example, fuel consumption can be affected by tyre size.
Checking
tyre
pressures
regularly Check and, if necessary, correct tyre inflation
pressures at least twice a month and before
setting off on a longer journey.
Insufficient tyre inflation pressure enlarges the
rolling resistance and thus increases fuel conj
sumption and tyre wear.
Setting
off
immediately
Do not warm up the engine with the vehicle at
a standstill; it is preferable to set off straight
away, driving at moderate engine speeds.
This brings the cold engine to operating temj
perature as quickly as possible.
Driving
with
foresight Anticipating the road situation and adopting a
smooth driving style will reduce fuel consumpj
tion.
Avoid accelerating and braking unnecessarily.
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Avoid
high
engine
speeds
Basic principle: driving at low engine speeds reduces fuel consumption and wear.
Use 1st gear to drive off. As from 2nd gear, acj celerate quickly. Avoid high engine speeds and
shift up quickly.
Shift into the highest possible gear when you
have reached the desired speed and drive at a
constant speed with low engine speed.
Pay attention to the shift point indicator, see page 100, in the vehicle, if fitted.
Using
overrun
mode
When approaching a red traffic light, take your
foot off the accelerator and allow the vehicle to roll.
On downward stretches, take your foot off the accelerator and allow the vehicle to roll.
The fuel supply is interrupted when coasting.
Switching
off
engine
if
stopping
for
a
relatively
long time
Stopping
the
engine
When you stop the vehicle for longer periods,
for example at traffic lights, railway crossings
or in traffic jams, switch off the engine.
Auto
Start
Stop
function
The Auto Start Stop function of the vehicle
shuts off the engine automatically during a
stop.
If the engine is switched off and then started
again, the fuel consumption and emissions are
reduced compared with a permanently running
engine. Savings can be made just by stopping
the engine for a few seconds.
Fuel consumption also depends on other facj
tors, such as driving style, road condition,maintenance or environmental factors, for exj
ample.
Switching
off
functions
that
are
not
necessary
at
the moment
Functions such as seat heating or rear window heating require a great deal of energy and rej
duce the range, especially in city traffic and
stop-and-go traffic.
Switch these functions off if they are not rej
quired.
Having
the
maintenance
done
Have the vehicle serviced regularly to achieveoptimal economy and lifetime. BMW recomj
mends having maintenance work carried out
by a BMW Service partner.
Please also see the BMW Maintenance Sysj
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