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hicle to meet different prevailing operating
conditions and homologation requirements.
You should also be aware of any applicable
warranty limitations or exclusions for such
country or region. In such case, please contact
Customer Relations for further information.
Maintenance
Maintain the vehicle regularly to sustain the
road safety, operational reliability and the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Specifications for required maintenance meas‐
ures:▷BMW Maintenance system▷Service and Warranty Information Booklet
for US models▷Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for
Canadian models
If the vehicle is not maintained according to
these specifications, this could result in seri‐
ous damage to the vehicle. Such damage is
not covered by the BMW New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
Data memory
Numerous electronic components in your vehi‐
cle contain data memories that store technical
information on the vehicle condition, events and faults, either temporarily or permanently.
This technical information generally docu‐
ments the state of a component, a module, a
system or the environment.
▷Operating conditions of system compo‐
nents, such as filling levels.▷Status messages from the vehicle and its
individual components, such as wheel rpm/
speed, motion delay, transverse accelera‐
tion.▷Malfunctions and defects in important sys‐
tem components, such as lights and
brakes.▷Vehicle responses to special driving situa‐
tions, such as airbag deployment, use of
the stability control systems.▷Ambient conditions, such as the tempera‐
ture.
These data are of a technical nature only and
are used to detect and eliminate faults and to
optimize vehicle functions. Travel profiles of
routes driven with the vehicle cannot be cre‐
ated from these data. If services are used, for
instance in the event of repairs, service proc‐
esses, warranty cases, quality assurance, etc.,
this technical information can be read out from
the event and fault data memories by service
personnel, including the manufacturer, using
special diagnosis tools. This service personnel
can provide you with more information if
needed. After troubleshooting, the information
in the fault memory is cleared or overwritten
continuously.
Situations are conceivable during the use of
the vehicle in which these technical data could
become associated with a specific person in
combination with other information, such as an
accident report, damage to the vehicle, wit‐
ness accounts, etc., possibly with the involve‐
ment of an authorized expert.
Additional functions that are contractually
agreed with the customer, such as vehicle lo‐
calization in the event of an emergency, permit
the transfer of certain vehicle data out of the
vehicle.
Reporting safety defects For US customers
The following only applies to vehicles owned
and operated in the US.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect
which could cause a crash or could cause in‐
jury or death, you should immediately inform
the National Highway Traffic Safety Adminis‐
tration NHTSA, in addition to notifying BMW of
North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, West‐
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Automatic Hold is deactivated.
If the vehicle is being held by Automatic Hold,
then press on the brake pedal to deactivate it.
When the parking brake is set manually, refer
to page 69, Automatic Hold is deactivated au‐
tomatically.
Driving Automatic Hold is activated: the vehicle is au‐
tomatically secured against rolling when it
stops.
The indicator lamp lights up in green.
Indicator lamp in Canadian models.
Step on the accelerator pedal to drive off.
The brake is released automatically.
The indicator lamp goes out.
Before driving into a car wash
Deactivate Automatic Hold; otherwise,
the parking brake will be set when the vehicle
is stationary and the vehicle will no longer be
able to roll.◀
Parking
The parking brake is automatically set if the
engine is switched off while the vehicle is be‐
ing held by Automatic Hold.
The indicator lamp changes from green
to red.
Indicator lamp in Canadian models.
The parking brake is not set if the engine is
switched off while the vehicle is coasting to a
halt. Automatic Hold is deactivated.Take the remote control with you
Take the remote control with you when
leaving the vehicle so that children, for exam‐
ple, cannot release the parking brake.◀
Malfunction
In the event of a failure or malfunction of the
parking brake, secure the vehicle against roll‐
ing using a wheel chock, for example, when
leaving it.
Releasing the parking brake manually In the event of an electrical power loss or elec‐
trical malfunction, you can release the parking
brake manually.
Secure the vehicle against rolling
Before releasing the parking brake man‐
ually, and whenever you park the vehicle with
the parking brake released, ensure that posi‐
tion P of the automatic transmission is en‐
gaged. Note the display in the instrument clus‐
ter.
In addition, secure the vehicle against rolling,
e.g. with a wheel chock. Otherwise there is a
danger that the vehicle could roll if parked on a
steep slope.◀
Jump-starting and towing, refer to page 309.
Unlocking1.Open the left-hand side panel in the cargo
area.2.Remove the first aid kit and the warning tri‐
angle. Close the bracket of the warning tri‐
angle.3.Insert the screwdriver, which is contained
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Fold down the center armrest. Press the but‐
ton; the cupholders are opened.
The cupholders of the 3rd row seats are lo‐
cated in the center console between the seats.
BMW X6
Slide the cover forward. Folding down the rear seat backrest and
using the ski bag
Remove the beverage container before folding
the rear seat backrest forward or using the ski
bag; otherwise it may cause damage.◀
Storage compartments in the
cargo area
Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the fol‐
lowing storage compartments can be found in
the cargo area:
▷Storage compartments behind the remov‐
able side panels on the right and left in the
cargo area and under the cargo floor cover,
storage compartment on the right in the
cargo area.▷Storage well under the cargo floor cover.▷Retaining straps on the left and right side
trim for fastening small objects.▷Lashing rail with lashing eyes. You can se‐
cure heavy-duty cargo straps on the lash‐
ing eyes. They can be removed at the
notches in the rails. To move the lashing
eyes, press the button.
Read and comply with the information en‐
closed with the heavy-duty cargo straps.
Floor panel flap
To access the onboard vehicle tool kit etc.
To open, swing up the flap by the handle, refer
to arrow.
The cargo floor cover is lockable.
Adaptive fixing system The adaptive fixing system is used to divide up
the cargo area. It consists of two brackets with
a telescopic rail and retaining straps. These are
guided into the two rails on the cargo area
floor.
Securing cargo
Before using the adaptive fixing system,
fold up and lock the rear seat backrest; other‐
wise, the cargo could be thrown into the vehi‐
cle interior in an accident.◀
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Diesel exhaust fluid can be obtained from your
service center.
Refilling quantity Refilling quantity at the start of the reserve dis‐
play:
Approx. 0.75 gallons/2.7 liters
Open reservoir for diesel exhaust fluid1.Open the hood, refer to page 289.2.Fit the releasing tool from the tool kit, refer
to page 295, into place and open the lock,
see arrow.
Refilling BMW diesel exhaust fluid
1.Set bottle into place and rotate until it
comes into contact with the stop, refer to
arrow.2.Press bottle down, refer to arrow.The reservoir of the vehicle is filled.3.The reservoir is full when the fill level in the
bottle stops changing. It is not possible to
overfill.
Pull bottle back, refer to arrow, and un‐
screw it.
Closing reservoir
After the reservoir is filled, close it again with
the releasing tool.
After refilling diesel exhaust fluid Incorrect fluid Incorrect fluids
After refilling with the incorrect fluid, e.g.,
antifreeze for windshield wiper fluid, do not
start the engine because this could result in a
fire hazard.◀
Contact your service center.
Bottle disposal Diesel exhaust fluid bottles can be dis‐posed of by your service center.
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Replacing componentsVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment as
well as country-specific and special equipment
offered for this model series.Therefore, it also
describes equipment that may not be found in
your vehicle, for instance due to the selected
special equipment or the country version. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems.
Tool kit
The tool kit is stowed under the cargo floor
panel in the cargo area.
Wiper blade replacement Do not fold down the wipers without
wiper blades
Do not fold down the wipers if wiper blades
have not been installed; this may damage the
windshield.◀
Front1.Fold up the wiper arm.2.Press the release button on the wiper arm,
see arrow 1.3.Pull off the wiper blade toward the front,
see arrow 2.
BMW X5: rear
1.Lift off the wiper arm completely and pull
off the wiper blade, refer to arrow.2.Mount the new wiper blade and press on
until it is heard to engage.
Lamp and bulb replacement
Notes
Lamps and bulbs
Lamps and bulbs make an essential contribu‐
tion to vehicle safety.
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This lamp uses LED technology for operation.
Contact your service center in the event of a
malfunction.
Changing wheels
Notes Your vehicle is equipped with run-flat tires, re‐
fer to page 286, as standard equipment.
They do not need to be replaced immediately
in the event of a puncture.
When mounting new tires or changing from
summer to winter tires or vice versa, use run-
flat tires for your own safety.
BMW X6: do not rotate the front wheels to the
rear or vice versa, as otherwise the handling
characteristics will be negatively affected.
Suitable tools for changing the wheels are
available from the service center as an acces‐
sory.
Jacking points for the vehicle jack
The jacking points for the vehicle jack are lo‐
cated in the positions shown.
Compact wheel Safety precautions in the event of a flat
tire or wheel change
Park the vehicle as far as possible from pass‐
ing traffic and on solid ground. Switch on the
hazard warning system.
Set the parking brake and engage transmis‐
sion position P.
Have all vehicle occupants get out of the vehi‐
cle and ensure that they remain outside the
immediate area in a safe place, such as behind
a guardrail.
If a warning triangle or portable hazard warning
lamp is required, set it up on the roadside at an
appropriate distance from the rear of the vehi‐
cle. Comply with all safety guidelines and regu‐
lations.
Change the wheel only on a level, firm surface
which is not slippery. The vehicle or the jack
could slip to the side if you attempt to raise the
vehicle on a soft or slippery surface such as
snow, ice, tiles, etc.
Position the jack on a firm support surface.
Do not use a wooden block or similar object as
a support base for the jack, as this would pre‐
vent it from extending to its full support height
and reduce its load-carrying capacity.
To avoid serious or fatal injury: never lie under
the vehicle, and never start the engine while it
is supported by the jack.◀
What you will need
To avoid rattling noises later on, note the posi‐
tions of the tools before removing them, then
return them to their initial positions after com‐
pleting work.
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1Vehicle jack2Vehicle jack crank3Lug bolts wrench
Removing compact wheelThe compact wheel is located in the cargo area
under the floor panel.
1.Remove the tool mount.2.Release the wing nut 1.3.Remove the washer 2 laterally.4.Remove the compact wheel.
Preparing wheel change
1.Observe the safety precautions above.2.Loosen the lug bolts a half turn.
Jacking up vehicle
1.Position the vehicle jack at the jacking
point closest to the wheel so that the entire
surface of the jack base rests on the
ground perpendicularly beneath the jack‐
ing point.The vehicle jack is designed for
changing wheels only.
The vehicle jack is designed for changing
wheels only. Do not attempt to raise an‐
other vehicle model with it or to raise any
load of any kind. To do so could cause ac‐
cidents and personal injury.◀2.Guide the jack head into the rectangular
recess of the jacking point when cranking
up, refer to illustration detail.3.Jack the vehicle up until the wheel you are
changing is raised from the ground.
Mounting a wheel
1.Unscrew the lug bolts and remove the
wheel.2.Remove accumulations of mud or dirt from
the mounting surfaces of the wheel and
hub. Also clean the lug bolts.3.Position the new wheel or compact wheel.
Secure the wheel by screwing at least two
lug bolts into opposite bolt holes.
When you mount wheels other than Genu‐
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No additional passengers
Do not transport any passengers other
than the driver in a vehicle that is being
towed.◀
Transporting your vehicle
Note Your vehicle is not permitted to be towed.
Therefore, contact a service center in the
event of a breakdown.
Do not have the vehicle towed
Have your vehicle transported on a load‐
ing platform only; otherwise, damage may oc‐
cur.◀
Tow truck
Do not lift the vehicle
Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or
body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage
may result.◀
Use the tow fitting screwed in at the front for
maneuvering the vehicle only.
Towing other vehicles
General information Light towing vehicle
Your vehicle must not be lighter than the
vehicle being towed; otherwise, it will not be
possible to control vehicle response.◀
Attaching the tow bar/tow rope correctly
Attach the tow bar or tow rope to the tow
fitting; connecting it to other vehicle parts may
cause damage.◀▷Switch on the hazard warning system, de‐
pending on local regulations.▷If the electrical system has failed, clearly
identify the vehicle being towed by placing
a sign or a warning triangle in the rear win‐
dow.
Towing methods when towing other
vehicles
Tow bar The tow fittings used should be on the same
side on both vehicles.
Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting
the tow bar at an offset angle, please observe
the following:
▷Clearance and maneuvering capability will
be sharply limited during cornering.▷The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it
is attached offset.
Tow rope
When starting to tow the vehicle, make sure
that the tow rope is taut.
To avoid jerking and the associated stresses
on the vehicle components when towing, al‐
ways use nylon ropes or nylon straps.
Attaching the tow rope correctly
Only secure the tow rope on the tow fit‐
ting; otherwise, damage can occur when it is
secured on other parts of the vehicle.◀
Tow fitting
The screw-in tow fitting should always be car‐
ried in the vehicle. It can be screwed in at the
front or rear of the BMW.
It is stored with the tool kit under the cargo
floor cover in the cargo area, refer to page 295.
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Manual air distribution 133
Manual mode, automatic transmission with Step‐
tronic 77
Manual operation– Door lock 34– Driver's door 34
Manual operation, fuel filler
flap 268
Manual operation of upper tailgate 36
Manual operation, Side View 127
Manual operation, Top View 125
Map, destination entry 175
Map display in black and white 184
Map in split screen 183
Map view 181
Marking on approved tires 286
Master key, refer to Remote control with integrated
key 30
Maximum cooling 133
Maximum speed, winter tires 286
Medical kit, refer to First aid kit 308
Memory, refer to Seat and mirror memory 57
Menus, operating, iDrive 18
Menus, refer to iDrive operat‐ ing concept 19
Message list, traffic bulle‐ tins 183
Messages 252
Microfilter 135
Minimum tread, tires 284
Mirror
– Mirror memory, refer to Seat
and mirror memory 57
Mirrors 58
Mirrors
– Automatic Curb Monitor 58
Mirrors, folding in and out 59
Mirrors, heating 59
Mirrors, interior mirror 59
Mobile communication devi‐ ces in the vehicle 157
Mobile phone, installation lo‐ cation, refer to Center arm‐
rest 148
Mobile phone, refer to Tele‐ phone 236
Modifications, technical, refer to Safety 6
Monitor, refer to Control Dis‐ play 19
Mounting of child restraint fix‐ ing systems 61
MP3 player 212
Multimedia 200
Music collection 207
Music search 208
Music, storing 207
N
Navigation 168
Navigation data 168
Navigation data, updat‐ ing 168
Navigation system– Destination entry by
voice 176
Neck restraints, refer to Head
restraints 55
Nets, refer to Storage com‐ partments 148
Neutral cleaner, care 314
New wheels and tires 285
Notes 6, 255
Nozzles of automatic climate control 130
Nozzles, refer to Ventila‐ tion 134
O OBD Onboard Diagnos‐ tics 294
OBD socket, refer to Socket
for OBD Onboard Diagno‐
sis 294
Octane number, refer to Fuel quality 270
Octane rating, refer to Gaso‐ line quality 270
Odometer 80
Office 249
Oil additives 291
Oil consumption 290
Oil level 290
Oil, refer to Engine oil 290
Oil types, alternative 291
Oil types, approved 291
Old batteries, disposal 305
Onboard Diagnostics OBD 294
Onboard monitor, refer to Control Display 19
Onboard vehicle tool kit 295
Opening and closing– Comfort Access 40– From the inside 35– From the outside 32– Using the door lock 34– Using the remote control 32
Opening height, adjust‐
ing 37, 38
Operating concept, iDrive 18
Outside-air mode, automatic climate control 133
Outside air, refer to Recircu‐ lated air mode 133
Overheating of engine, refer to Coolant temperature 80
P Paint, vehicle 313
Pairing, mobile phone 237
Panic mode 33
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Temperature, adjusting in up‐per body region 132
Temperature, coolant, refer to Coolant temperature 80
Temperature display– External temperature 79– External temperature warn‐
ing 79
Temperature display, setting
the units 88
Temperature, engine oil 80
Temperature, setting with au‐ tomatic climate con‐
trol 132 , 136
Temperature warning 79
Text messages 252
Theft alarm system, refer to Alarm system 42
Thigh support adjustment 49
Third brake lamp, refer to Center brake lamp 298, 301
Seats, 3rd row seats 51
Tilting the passenger side mirror 58
Time, setting 87
Tire age 283
Tire identification marks 283
Tire inflation pressure 275
Tire inflation pressure, check‐ ing 275
Tire pressure monitor, refer to Flat Tire Monitor 97
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 99
Tire Quality Grading 283
Tires
– Inflation pressure 275
Tires, breaking in 156
Tires, changing 285
Tires, condition 284
Tires, damage 284
Tire size 283
Tires, minimum tread 284
Tires, retreaded tires 286
Tires, run-flat tires 286
Tires, storage 286
Tire tread 284
Toll roads, route 179
Tone 190
Tool kit, refer to Onboard ve‐ hicle tool kit 295
Tools, refer to Onboard vehi‐ cle tool kit 295
Top View 124
Tow bar 310
Tow fitting 310
Towing 309
Town/city, navigation 171
Tow rope 310
Tow-starting 309, 311
TPM Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor 99
Traction control 106
Traffic bulletins, naviga‐ tion 183
Transmission, automatic transmission with Step‐
tronic 75
Transmission positions, auto‐ matic transmission with
Steptronic 75
Transporting children safely 61
Treble, tone 190
Trip computer, refer to Dis‐ plays on the Control Dis‐
play 82
Trip-distance counter, refer to Trip odometer 80
Triple turn signal activa‐ tion 73
Trip odometer 80
Trips, planning 177
Trunk lid, refer to Tailgate 38
Turning circle, refer to Dimen‐ sions 318
Turning lamps, refer to Adap‐ tive Light Control 91
Turn signal, indicator lamp 14
Turn signals 72
Turn signals, triple turn signal activation 73 U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading/ UTQG 283
Unintentional alarms, avoid‐ ing 43
Units, average fuel consump‐ tion 88
Units, temperature 88
Universal Garage Door Opener 139
Universal remote control 139
Unlocking– From the outside 32– Setting the unlocking char‐
acteristics 32– Tailgate 41– Without remote control, re‐
fer to Comfort Access 40
Unlocking, from the inside 35
Unlocking, hood 289
Updates made after the edito‐ rial deadline 6
Update, software 218
Upholstery care 313
Upper tailgate 36
Upper tailgate, automatic op‐ eration 37
Upper tailgate, closing 36
Upper tailgate, emergency operation, refer to Opening
manually 36
Upper tailgate, opening from the inside 36
Upper tailgate, opening from the outside 36
Upper tailgate, opening man‐ ually 36
USB audio interface 212
USB interface 147
V
Vacuum cleaner, connecting, refer to Connecting electri‐
cal devices 143
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