BMW X6 M 2018 Owners Manual

Overview
Camera
The camera is installed near the interior mirror. Keep the windshield in front of the interior mirj
ror clean and clear.
Switching
on/off Using iDrive:
1."Settings"2."Instrument cluster"3."Speed limit information"
If Speed Limit Info is switched on, it can be disj
played on the Info Display in the instrument
cluster via the Onboard Computer.
Display The following is displayed in the instrument
cluster:
Speed
Limit
Info Current speed limit.
Speed Limit Info not available.
Speed Limit Info can also be displayed in the
Head-up Display.
System
limits
The system may not be fully functional and may provide incorrect information in the folj
lowing situations:'yIn heavy fog, wet conditions, or snowfall.'yWhen signs are fully or partially concealed by objects, stickers or paint.'yWhen driving very close to the vehicle in
front of you.'yWhen driving toward bright lights or strong
reflections.'yWhen the windshield in front of the interior
mirror is fogged over, dirty or covered by a sticker, etc.'yIn the event of incorrect detection by the
camera.'yIf the speed limits stored in the navigation
system are incorrect.'yIn areas not covered by the navigation sysj
tem.'yWhen roads differ from the navigation, such as due to changes in road routing.'yWhen passing buses or trucks with aspeed sticker.'yIf the traffic signs are non-conforming.'yDuring calibration of the camera immedijately after vehicle delivery.'yWhen signs that are valid for a parallel roadare detected.
Selection
lists
General
information Depending on your vehicle's equipment, the
following can be displayed or operated using
the buttons and the thumbwheel on the steerj
ing wheel as well as the displays in the instruj
ment cluster and the Head-up Display:
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'yTurn on voice activation system.
Activating
a
list
and
adjusting
the
setting
On the right side of the steering wheel, turn
the thumbwheel to activate the corresponding list.
1.Turn the thumbwheel and select the dej
sired setting.2.Press the thumbwheel.
Display
Depending on your vehicle's optional features, the list in the instrument cluster can differ from
the illustration shown.
Onboard
Computer
Concept
The Onboard Computer displays different vej hicle data in the instrument cluster, such as
average values.
Calling
up
information
on
the
Info
Display
Press and hold button on signal lever.
Information is displayed in the Info Display of the instrument cluster. Pressing the button rejpeatedly displays additional information.
Information
at
a
glance Repeatedly pressing the button on the turn
signal lever calls up the following information in the Info Display:
'yRange.'yAverage consumption, fuel.'yCurrent consumption, fuel.'yAverage speed.'yDate.'ySpeed Limit Info.'yDepending on the equipment, the time of
arrival.
When destination guidance is activated in
the navigation system.'yDepending on the equipment, the distance to destination.
When destination guidance is activated in
the navigation system.'yCompass display in the navigation system.
Selecting
information
Depending on the vehicle equipment version,
you can select what information from the Onj
board Computer is to be displayed on the Info Display of the instrument cluster.
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Using iDrive:1."Settings"2."Instrument cluster"3.Select the desired information.
Settings are stored for the profile currentlyused.
Indication
in
the
Info
Display The information from the Onjboard Computer is shown in the
Info Display in the instrument
cluster.
Information
in
detail
Range
Displays the estimated cruising range available with the remaining fuel.
The range is calculated based on your driving style over the last 20 miles/30 km.
Average
fuel
consumption
The average fuel consumption is calculated for
the period while the engine is running.
The average fuel consumption is calculated for
the distance traveled since the last reset by the Onboard Computer.
Average
speed
Periods in which the vehicle is parked with the
engine manually stopped are not included in
the calculation of the average speed.
Resetting
average
values
Press and hold button on turn signal lever.
Distance
to
destination
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the disj
tance remaining to the destination is displayed
if a destination is entered in the navigation sysj tem before the trip is started.
The distance to the destination is adopted auj
tomatically.
Time
of
arrival Depending on the vehicle equipj
ment, the estimated time of arj
rival is displayed if a destination is entered in the navigation sysj
tem before the trip is started.
The time must be correctly set.
Speed
Limit
Info
Further information, see chapter Speed Limit
Info.
Compass With a navigation system: comj
pass display for the driving dij
rection.
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Onboard
Computer
on
the
Control
Display
Concept
The Onboard Computer displays different vej hicle data on the Control Display, such as averj
age values.
General
information
The vehicle features two types of Onboard
Computers.'y"Onboard info": average values, such as
the fuel consumption, are displayed. The values can be reset individually.'y"Trip computer": the values deliver an
overview of a certain distance and can be reset as often as necessary.
Calling
up
the
Onboard
Computer
or
trip
computer
Using iDrive:
1."Vehicle info"2."Onboard info" or "Trip computer"
Resetting
the
Onboard
Computer Using iDrive:
1."Vehicle info"2."Onboard info"3."Consumpt." or "Speed"4."Yes"
Resetting
the
trip
computer Using iDrive:
1."Vehicle info"2."Trip computer"3."Reset": all values are reset.
"Automatically reset": all values are reset
approx. 4 hours after the vehicle has come to a standstill.Sport
displays
General
information
On the Control Display, the current values for performance and torque can be displayed ifthe vehicle is appropriately equipped.
Displaying
sport
displays
Using iDrive:1."Vehicle info"2."Sport displays"
Speed
warning
Concept
A speed limit can be set that when reached will cause a warning to be issued.
General
information
The warning is repeated if the vehicle speed exceeds the set speed limit again, after it has
dropped below it by 3 mph/5 km/h.
Displaying,
setting
or
changing
the
speed
warning
Using iDrive:
1."Settings"2."Speed"3."Warning at:"4.Turn the Controller until the desired speedis displayed.5.Press the Controller.
Activating/deactivating
the
speed
warning
Using iDrive:
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Setting
your
current
speed
as
the
speed
warning
Using iDrive:1."Settings"2."Speed"3."Select current speed"4.Press the Controller.
Settings
on
the
Control
Display
Time
Setting
the
time
zone
1."Settings"2."Time/Date"3."Time zone:"4.Select the desired time zone.
The time zone is stored.
Setting
the
time
1."Settings"2."Time/Date"3."Time:"4.Turn the controller until the desired hours are displayed.5.Press the controller.6.Turn the controller until the desired mijnutes are displayed.7.Press the controller.
The time is stored.
Setting
the
time
format
1."Settings"2."Time/Date"3."Format:"4.Select the desired format.
The time format is stored.
Automatic
time
setting Depending on your vehicle's optional features,
the time, date and, if needed, the time zone are
updated automatically.1."Settings"2."Time/Date"3."Auto time set"
Date
Setting
the
date
1."Settings"2."Time/Date"3."Date:"4.Turn the Controller until the desired day is
displayed.5.Press the Controller.6.Make the settings for the month and year.
The date is stored.
Setting
the
date
format
1."Settings"2."Time/Date"3."Format:"4.Select the desired format.
The date format is stored.
Language
Setting
the
language
1."Settings"2."Language/Units"3."Language:"4.Select the desired language.
Settings are stored for the profile currently used.
Setting
the
voice
dialog
Voice dialog for the voice activation system,
refer to page 29.
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Units
of
measurement
Setting
the
units
of
measurement
To set the units for fuel consumption, route/
distance and temperature:1."Settings"2."Language/Units"3.Select the desired menu item.4.Select the desired unit.
Settings are stored for the profile currently used.
Brightness
Setting
the
brightness To set the brightness of the Control Display:
1."Settings"2."Control display"3."Brightness"4.Turn the controller until the desired brightjness is set.5.Press the controller.
Settings are stored for the profile currentlyused.
Depending on the light conditions, the brightj
ness settings may not be clearly visible.
Activating/deactivating
the
display
of
the
current
vehicle
position
Concept
If vehicle location has been activated, the curj
rent vehicle position can be displayed in the
BMW Connected app or in the Connectedj
Drive customer portal.
Activating/deactivating
Using iDrive:
1."Settings"2."GPS tracking"3."GPS tracking"
Head-up
Display
Concept
This system projects important information
into the driver's field of vision, e.g., the speed.
The driver can get information without averting
his or her eyes from the road.
Overview
Switching
on/off
1."Settings"2."Head-Up Display"3."Head-Up Display"
Display
Standard
view The following information is displayed on theHead-up Display:
'ySpeed.'yNavigation system.'yCheck Control messages.'ySelection list from the instrument cluster.'yDriver assistance systems.
Some of this information is only displayed briefly as needed.
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M
view1Current engine speed, highlighted2Shift point indicator3Pre-warning field, speed display4Red warning field, speed display5Speed6Gear display/warning messages
Activate M view:
Select displays in the Head-up Display.
Selecting
displays
in
the
Head-upDisplay
Using iDrive:
1."Settings"2."Head-Up Display"3."Displayed information"4.Select the desired displays in the Head-up Display.
Setting
the
brightness
The brightness is automatically adjusted to the
ambient brightness.
The basic setting can be adjusted. Using iDrive:
1."Settings"2."Head-Up Display"3."Brightness"4.Turn the Controller until the desired brightjness is set.5.Press the Controller.When the low beams are switched on, the
brightness of the Head-up Display can be adj
ditionally influenced using the instrument lightj ing.
Settings are stored for the profile currently used.
Adjusting
the
height
Using iDrive:1."Settings"2."Head-Up Display"3."Height"4.Turn the Controller until the desired height
is reached.5.Press the Controller.
Settings are stored for the profile currently used.
The height of the Head-up Display can also be
stored using the memory function, refer to
page 63.
Setting
the
rotation
The screen of the Head-up Display can be roj
tated around its own axis.
Only set the rotation while the vehicle is staj
tionary and the ignition is switched on.
Using iDrive:
1."Settings"2."Head-Up Display"3."Rotation"4.Turn the Controller until the desired setj ting is selected.5.Press the Controller.
Settings are stored for the profile currentlyused.
Display
visibility The visibility of the displays in the Head-up
Display is influenced by the following factors:
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'yObjects on the cover of the Head-up Disj
play.'ySunglasses with certain polarization filters.'yWet roads.'yUnfavorable light conditions.
If the image is distorted, have the basic setj tings checked by a dealerss service center or
another qualified service center or repair shop.
Follow the instructions for cleaning the Head- up Display, refer to page 247.
Special
windshield The windshield is part of the system.
The shape of the windshield makes it possible
to display a precise image.
A film in the windshield prevents double imj
ages from being displayed.
For this reason, it is strongly suggested to have the special windshield replaced by a dealj
erss service center or another qualified service
center or repair shop, if necessary.
Shift
point
indicator
General
information
The display is in the Head-up Display.
Shift
point
indicator
in
the
Head-up
Display
Switching
on Shift lights are only shown in the Head-up Disjplay in the M view, refer to page 107.
1.Switch on Head-up Display, refer to
page 106.2."Settings"3."Head-Up Display"4."Displayed information"5."M View"Display'yCurrent engine speed is displayed in the
tachometer.'yArrow 1: successive yellow illuminated
fields indicate the upcoming shift moment.'yArrow 2: fields are illuminated in red. Do
not wait any further to shift.
When the maximum possible speed is
reached, the entire display flashes.
When the maximum speed is exceeded, the
supply of fuel is interrupted in order to protect
the engine.
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LightsVehicle
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.
Overview Switches
in
the
vehicle
The light switch element is located next to the
steering wheel.
SymbolFunctionFront fog lightsAutomatic headlight control
Adaptive Light ControlLights off
Daytime running lightsParking lightsSymbolFunctionLow beamsInstrument lighting
Parking
lights,
cornering
lights
and
roadside
parking
lights
General
information Position of switch:
, ,
If the driver's door is opened when the ignition is switched off, the exterior lighting is automatj
ically switched off.
Parking
lights
Position of switch:

The vehicle is illuminated on all sides.
Do not use the parking lights for extended pej
riods; otherwise, they might drain the battery
and it would then be impossible to start the enj
gine.
When parking, switch on the one-sided roadj
side parking light, refer to page 109.
Low
beams
Position of switch:

The low beams light up when the ignition is
switched on.
Roadside
parking
light
Concept
The vehicle can be illuminated on one side.
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Switching
on
With radio-ready state switched off, press the
lever either up or down past the resistance point for approx. 2 seconds.
Switching
off Briefly press the lever to the resistance point in
the opposite direction.
Welcome
lights
and
headlamp
courtesy
delay
feature
Welcome
lights
General
information
Depending on the vehicle equipment and the ambient brightness, individual light functions
may be switched on briefly when the vehicle is
unlocked.
Activating/deactivating
Position of switch:
,
Using iDrive:
1."Settings"2."Lighting"3."Welcome lights"
Settings are stored for the profile currently used.
Headlamp
courtesy
delay
feature
General
information
The low beams stay lit for a short while if the
headlight flasher is switched on after the radio-
ready state is switched off.
Setting
the
duration Using iDrive:1."Settings"2."Lighting"3."Pathway lighting:"4.Set length of time.
The setting is stored for the driver profile curj
rently used.
Automatic
headlight
control Concept
The low beams are switched on and off autoj matically depending on the ambient brightj
ness, for instance in tunnels, in twilight or if there is precipitation.
General
information
A blue sky with the sun low on the horizon can
cause the lights to be switched on.
When emerging from a tunnel during the day,
the low beams are not switched off immedij
ately but instead only after approx. 2 minutes.
The low beams always stay on when the fog
light is switched on.
Activating Position of switch:

The indicator light in the instrument cluster is
illuminated when the low beams are switched
on.
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