BMW X6 M 2018 Owners Manual

Connecting
the
cablesTo prevent personal injury or damage to bothvehicles, adhere strictly to the following procejdure.1.Pull off the lid of the BMW starting aid terj
minal.2.Attach one terminal clamp of the positive
jumper cable to the positive terminal of the battery, or to the corresponding starting
aid terminal of the vehicle providing assisj
tance.3.Attach the terminal clamp on the other end of the cable to the positive terminal of the
battery, or to the corresponding starting
aid terminal of the vehicle to be started.4.Attach one terminal clamp of the negative jumper cable to the negative terminal ofthe battery, or to the corresponding engine
or body ground of assisting vehicle.5.Attach the second terminal clamp to the
negative terminal of the battery, or to the corresponding engine or body ground of
the vehicle to be started.
Starting
the
engine
Never use spray fluids to start the engine.
1.Start the engine of the assisting vehicle
and let it run for several minutes at an inj creased idle speed.2.Start the engine of the vehicle that is to bestarted in the usual way.
If the first starting attempt is not successj
ful, wait a few minutes before making anj
other attempt in order to allow the disj
charged battery to recharge.3.Let both engines run for several minutes.4.Disconnect the jumper cables in the rej verse order.
Check the battery and recharge, if needed.
Tow-starting
and
towing
Safety
information WARNING
Due to system limits, individual functions
can malfunction during tow-starting/towing with the Intelligent Safety systems activated.
There is a risk of an accident. Switch all Intellij gent Safety systems off prior to tow-starting/
towing.'

NOTE
The vehicle can become damaged when
lifting and securing it.
There is a risk of damage to property.'yLift the vehicle using suitable means.'yDo not lift or secure the vehicle by its tow fitting, body parts, or suspension parts.'

erty. Observe the notes on using the tow fitj
ting.'

CareVehicle
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.
Washing
the
vehicle
General
information Regularly remove foreign objects such asleaves in the area below the windshield when
the hood is raised.
Wash your vehicle frequently, particularly in
winter. Intense soiling and road salt can damj age the vehicle.
Steam
blaster
and
high-pressure
washer
Safety
information NOTE
When cleaning with high-pressure washj
ers, components can be damaged due to the pressure or temperatures being too high.There is a risk of property damage. Maintain
sufficient distance and do not spray too long continuously. Follow the operating instructionsfor the high-pressure washer.'

General
information
In a vehicle wash, the vehicle must be able to roll freely.
Roll or push the vehicle, refer to page 87.
Driving
out
of
a
vehicle
wash Ensure that the vehicle key is in the car.
Start the engine, refer to page 74.
Headlights Do not rub wet headlights dry and do not use
abrasive or acidic cleaning agents.
Soak areas that have been dirtied, for instance
from insects, with shampoo and wash off with water.
Thaw ice with de-icing spray; do not use an ice
scraper.
After
washing
the
vehicle
After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes
briefly to dry them; otherwise, braking action
can be reduced. The heat generated during braking dries brake discs and brake pads andprotects them against corrosion.
Completely remove all residues on the winj
dows, to minimize loss of visibility due to
smearing and to reduce wiper noises and
wiper blade wear.
Vehicle
care Vehicle
care
products
General
information BMW recommends using vehicle care and
cleaning products from BMW. Suitable care products are available from a dealerss service
center or another qualified service center or rej pair shop.Safety
information
WARNING
Cleansers can contain substances that
are dangerous and harmful to your health. There is a risk of injury. When cleaning the inj
terior, open the doors or windows. Only use
products intended for cleaning vehicles. Folj
low the instructions on the container.'

Use leather care products; otherwise, dirt and
grease will gradually break down the protective layer of the leather surface.
Upholstery
material
care
General
information Vacuum the upholstery regularly with a vacj
uum cleaner.
If upholstery is very dirty, for instance with bevj erage stains, use a soft sponge or microfiber cloth with a suitable interior cleaner.
Clean the upholstery down to the seams usinglarge sweeping motions. Avoid rubbing thematerial vigorously.
Safety
information NOTE
Open Velcron fasteners on articles of
clothing can damage the seat covers. There is a risk of property damage. Ensure that any Velj
cron fasteners are closed.'

Safety
beltsWARNING
Chemical cleansers can destroy the
safety belt webbing. Missing protective effect
of the safety belts. There is a risk of injuries or
danger to life. Use only a mild soapy solution
for cleaning the safety belts.'

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Reference
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Technical
dataVehicle
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., dueto 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.
General
information
The technical data and specifications in this Owner's Manual are used as guidance values.
The vehicle-specific data can deviate from this,
e.g., due to the selected special equipment,
country version or country-specific measurej
ment method. Detailed values can be found in the approval documents, on labels on the vehijcle or can be obtained from a dealerss service
center or another qualified service center or rej pair shop.
The information in the vehicle documents alj
ways has priority over the information in this
Owner's Manual.
Dimensions
The dimensions can vary depending on the model version, equipment or country-specificmeasurement method.
The specified heights do not take into account attached parts, e.g., a roof antenna, roof racksor spoiler. The heights can deviate, e.g., due to
the selected special equipment, tires, load and
chassis version. BMW X5 MWidth with mirrorsinches/mm86/2,184Width without mirrorsinches/mm78.1/1,985Heightinches/mm67.6/1,717Lengthinches/mm192.7/4,894Wheelbaseinches/mm115.5/2,933Smallest turning radius diam.ft/m42.0/12.8Seite 250ReferenceTechnical
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