traction control BMW X5 2013 E70 Owner's Manual

DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐
trol   105
DTC Dynamic Traction Con‐
trol   106Side View   1268Controller with buttons   189Automatic Hold  7010Parking brake  6911Adaptive Drive   10912Selector lever for automatic transmis‐
sion   76
All around the headliner
1Emergency Request   3072Glass sunroof  45  463Indicator lamp for the front pas‐
senger airbags   974Reading lamps   945Interior lamps  94Seite 17CockpitAt a glance17
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Driving stability control systemsVehicle 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.
Antilock Brake System ABS
ABS prevents locking of the wheels during
braking.
The vehicle remains steerable even during full
brake applications, thus increasing active
safety.
ABS is operational every time you start the en‐
gine.
CBC Cornering Brake
Control
When braking during curves or when braking
during a lane change, driving stability and
steering response are improved further.
Electronic brake-force
distribution
The system controls the brake pressure in the
rear wheels to ensure stable braking behavior.
Brake assistantWhen you apply the brakes rapidly, this system
automatically produces the maximum braking
force boost. It thus helps to achieve the short‐
est possible braking distance during full brak‐ing. This system utilizes all of the benefits pro‐
vided by ABS.
Do not reduce the pressure on the brake pedal
for the duration of the full braking.
Dynamic Stability Control DSC
The concept
DSC prevents traction loss in the driving
wheels when driving away and accelerating.
DSC also recognizes unstable vehicle condi‐
tions, such as fishtailing or nose-diving. Sub‐
ject to physical limits, DSC helps to keep the
vehicle on a steady course by reducing engine
speed and by applying brakes to the individual
wheels.
Adjust your driving style to the situation
An appropriate driving style is always the
responsibility of the driver.
The laws of physics cannot be repealed, even
with DSC.
Do not reduce the additional safety margin
with a risky driving style, as otherwise there is
a risk of an accident.◀
Deactivating DSC: DSC OFF
When DSC is deactivated, driving stability is
reduced during acceleration and when driving
in bends.
To increase vehicle stability, activate DSC
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Deactivating DSC
Press and hold the button, but not longer than
approx. 10 seconds, until the indicator lamp for
DSC lights up in the instrument cluster and
DSC OFF is displayed. DTC Dynamic Traction
Control and DSC are deactivated together.
A message appears on the Control Display.
Please note any supplementary information
that appears there.
Activating DSC
Press the button.
DSC OFF and the indicator lamp in the instru‐
ment cluster go out.
For better control The indicator lamp flashes: DSC con‐
trols the drive forces and brake forces.
The indicator lamp lights up: DSC and
DTC has failed.
DSC deactivated: The indicator lamp lights up and
DSC OFF appears in the instrument
cluster.
DSC and DTC deactivated.
Dynamic Traction Control
DTC
The concept The DTC system is a version of the DSC in
which forward momentum is optimized.
The system ensures maximum forward mo‐
mentum on special road conditions, e.g., unp‐
lowed snowy roads, but driving stability is lim‐
ited.
It is therefore necessary to drive with appropri‐
ate caution.
You may find it useful to briefly activate DTC
under the following special circumstances:
▷When driving in sand, on snowy inclines, in
slush, or on unplowed, snow-covered road
surfaces▷When rocking a vehicle free or starting off
in deep snow, sand, or on loose ground▷When driving with snow chains.
Deactivating/activating DTC Dynamic
Traction Control
Activating the Dynamic Traction Control DTC
provides maximum traction on loose ground.
Driving stability is limited during acceleration
and when driving in bends.
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Activating DTC
Press the button.
TRACTION is displayed in the instrument clus‐
ter and the indicator lamp for DSC OFF lights
up.
Deactivating DTC
Press the button again.
TRACTION and the indicator lamp in the in‐
strument cluster go out.
For better control The indicator lamp flashes: DTC con‐
trols the drive forces and brake forces.
The indicator lamp lights up: DSC and
DTC has failed.
DTC activated: The indicator lamp lights up and
TRACTION appears in the instrument
cluster.
DTC is activated.
xDrive
xDrive is the all-wheel-drive system of your ve‐
hicle. The combined effects of xDrive and DSC
further optimize the traction and dynamic driv‐
ing characteristics. The 4-wheel drive system
xDrive variably distributes the drive forces to
the front and rear axle depending on the driv‐
ing situation and prevailing road conditions.
Dynamic Performance
Control
The concept Dynamic Performance Control optimizes the
handling characteristics of your vehicle when
starting off, cornering, and during evasive ma‐
neuvers.
To achieve this, the system variably distributes
the drive torque of the rear axle to the two rear
wheels. This further increases the steering
precision and tracking stability of your vehicle.
Display The Control Display shows how xDrive and Dy‐
namic Performance Control are distributing the
drive forces.1."Vehicle Info"2."Torque distribution"
The current distribution of drive forces is indi‐
cated by arrows pointing to all four wheels.
The highlighted arrows show the drive forces
currently present. The longer an arrow is, the
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For your own safety and the safety of passen‐
gers and the vehicle, adhere to the following
points:▷Familiarize yourself with the vehicle before
driving; never take risks.▷Adjust speeds according to road condi‐
tions. The steeper and rougher the road
surface is, the lower the speed should be.▷When driving on steep uphill and downhill
grades: the engine oil and coolant should
be filled nearly to the MAX mark.
BMW X5: the vehicle can be driven on up‐
hill and downhill grades up to 50 %.▷Use Hill Descent Control HDC, refer to
page 108, on steep downhill grades.
BMW X5: the vehicle can be driven away
on uphill grades of up to 33 %. The per‐
missible body roll is 50 %.▷Watch for stones, holes, and other obsta‐
cles and drive around these where possi‐
ble.▷On bumps and rough roads, avoid contact
between the vehicle body and the ground.
The maximum ground clearance is 8 in‐
ches/20 cm and may vary with the loaded
cargo.▷When driving through water, do not exceed
the maximum water height.▷BMW X5: 20 inches/50 cm▷BMW X6: 17 inches/45 cm
Drive at walking speed only and do not
stop the vehicle.
▷After driving through water, press on the
brake pedal several times at low speeds to
dry the brakes.▷Depending on the prevailing terrain, acti‐
vate Dynamic Traction Control DTC, refer
to page 106, briefly.▷When the wheels spin, accelerate to ena‐
ble the driving stability control systems to
distribute the drive force to the individual
wheels.▷The stone chip guard reduces the risk of
damage to painted vehicle components,
such as in the area of the side skirts and
wheel arches. Your service center will be
glad to advise you.
After driving on poor roads
Adhere to the following points to ensure vehi‐
cle safety:
▷Remove excessive accumulations of dirt
and mud from the vehicle body.▷Clear mud, snow, ice, etc., from the wheels
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changed; for example, gas stations might not
be in operation.
Opening the search for specialdestinations
Selection of special destinations, such as ho‐
tels or tourist attractions.1."Navigation"2."Points of Interest"3.Select the search function.
Online Search
1."Google™ Local Search"2.Select a special destination.3. Select the symbol.4."Start guidance"
A-Z search
1."A-Z search"2."Town/City"3.Select or enter the town/city.4."Category"5.Select the category.6."Category details"
For some special destinations, multiple
category details can be selected. Move the
controller to the left to leave the category
details.7."Keyword"8.Enter the keyword.
A list of the special destinations is dis‐
played.9.Select a special destination.
Details are displayed.
If multiple details are stored, you can leaf
through the pages.
If a phone number is available, a connec‐
tion can be established if necessary.10. Select the symbol.11."Start guidance" or "Add as another
destination"
Add a destination as a further destination,
refer to page 177.
"Start search": if a search term is not entered,
the search is repeated with the previous
search term.
Category search
1."Category search"2."Town/City"3.Select or enter the town/city.4."Category"5.Select the category.6."Category details"
For some special destinations, multiple
category details can be selected. Move the
controller to the left to leave the category
details.7."Start search"
A list of the special destinations is dis‐
played.8.Select a special destination.
Details are displayed.
If multiple details are stored, you can leaf
through the pages.
If a phone number is available, a connec‐
tion can be established if necessary.9. Select the symbol.10."Start guidance" or "Add as another
destination"
Add a destination as a further destination,
refer to page 177.
Display of special destinations
List of special destinations: special destina‐
tions are arranged by distance and appear with
a directional arrow pointing to the special des‐
tination.
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Data transfer
During the updating of BMW services, display
the status of the data transfer.1."BMW Assist" or "ConnectedDrive"2.Open "Options".3."Data transfer"
Apps
At a glance Certain software applications of a suitable mo‐
bile phone can be integrated in the vehicle.
These software applications are displayed on
the Control Display.
They are operated via iDrive.
Requirements
▷The mobile phone is suitable.▷The mobile phone operating system sup‐
ports the software applications of Apps.▷Software applications are installed on the
mobile phone and ready to use.▷Corresponding mobile wireless contract.
Any additionally incurred costs are not a
part of Apps.▷Use only BMW approved software applica‐
tions; otherwise, it may result in malfunc‐
tions.
Information about suitable mobile phones,
available software applications and their instal‐
lation can be found at www.bmw.com/connec‐
tivity or at the service center.
Create the entries.
Make entries only when traffic and road
conditions allow. Otherwise, the vehicle occu‐
pants and other road users may be put in dan‐
ger because of the distraction from driving.
For reasons of safety, some software applica‐
tions are usable only while the vehicle is sta‐
tionary.◀
Operating Apps1.Connect the mobile phone via the snap-in
adapter or via the USB audio interface.2."ConnectedDrive"3.Select the desired software application.
Displaying status
Information about the currently available soft‐
ware applications can be displayed.
1."ConnectedDrive"2."BMW apps"
Notes
▷The ranges of Apps that can be displayed
on the Control Display depend on the
range of installed software applications on
the mobile phone.▷The data transmission of the software ap‐
plications from the mobile phone to the ve‐
hicle can last some time. Some software
applications depend on the speed of the
available Internet connection of the mobile
phone.▷Some mobile phones cannot simultane‐
ously use Apps and the Bluetooth hands-
free system.
If necessary, restart the software applica‐
tion on the mobile phone after a phone
conversation.Seite 265ConnectedDriveCommunication265
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Tire identification marksKnowledge of the labeling on the side of the
tire makes it easier to identify and choose the
right tires.
Tire size
Example: 255/55 R 19 107 V
255: nominal width in mm
55: aspect ratio in %
R: radial tire code
19: rim diameter in inches
107: load rating, not for ZR tires
V: speed rating, before the R on ZR tires
Speed letter
Q = up to 100 mph/160 km/h
T = up to 118 mph/190 km/h
H = up to 131 mph/210 km/h
V = up to 150 mph/240 km/h
W = up to 167 mph/270 km/h
Y = up to 186 mph/300 km/h
Tire Identification Number Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of
the U.S. Department of Transportation.
DOT code:
DOT xxxx xxx 1013
xxxx: manufacturer code for the tire brand
xxx: tire size and tire design
1013: tire age
Tire age
The tire manufacturing date is contained in the
tire identification mark: DOT ... 1013 means
that the tire was manufactured in the
week 10 of 2013.
BMW recommends that you replace all tires af‐
ter 6 years at most, even if some tires may last
for 10 years.Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Quality grades can be found where applicable
on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder
and maximum section width. For example:
Treadwear 200 Traction AA
Temperature A
DOT Quality Grades
Treadwear
Traction AA A B C
Temperature A B C
Conform to Federal Safety Requirements
All passenger car tires must conform to
Federal Safety Requirements in addition to
these grades.◀
Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating
based on the wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a specified gov‐
ernment test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half
(1 1/2) times as well on the government course
as a tire graded 100. The relative performance
of tires depends upon the actual conditions of
their use, however, and may depart signifi‐
cantly from the norm due to variations in driv‐
ing habits, service practices and differences in
road characteristics and climate.
Traction
The traction grades, from highest to lowest,
are AA, A, B, and C.
Those grades represent the tire’s ability to
stop on wet pavement as measured under
controlled conditions on specified government
test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire
marked C may have poor traction performance.
The traction grade assigned to this tire is
based on straight-ahead braking traction tests,
and does not include acceleration, cornering,
hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.Seite 283Wheels and tiresMobility283
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Divided screen view, splitscreen 22
Door key, refer to Remote control with integrated
key 30
Door lock 34
Doors, manual operation 34
Doors, unlocking and locking– Confirmation signals 33– From the inside 35– From the outside 32
DOT Quality Grades 283
Downhill control 108
Draft-free ventilation 134
Drive-off assistant 109
Driver's seat, calibrating 55
Driving away on inclines, refer to Drive-off assistant 109
Driving notes, breaking in 156
Driving notes, general 156
Driving on poor roads 158
Driving stability control sys‐ tems 105
Driving through water 157
Driving tips, refer to Driving notes 156
Dry air, refer to Cooling func‐ tion 133
DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol 105
DTC Dynamic Traction Con‐ trol 106
DTMF suffix dialing 242
DVD/CD 200
DVDs, storing 207
DVD system in rear 220
DVD, video 202
Dynamic destination guid‐ ance 186
Dynamic Performance Con‐ trol 107
Dynamic Stability Control DSC 105
Dynamic Traction Control DTC 106
E
Easy entry/exit 60
EfficientDynamics, refer to Saving fuel 164
Electrical malfunction– Door lock 34– Driver's door 34– Fuel filler flap 268
Electrical malfunction of up‐
per tailgate 36
Electrical malfunction, park‐ ing brake 71
Electric seat adjustment 50
Electric steering wheel ad‐ justment 60
Electronic brake-force distri‐ bution 105
Electronic engine oil level check 290
Electronic Stability Program ESP, refer to Dynamic Sta‐
bility Control DSC 105
Emergency operation
– Door lock, refer to Manual
operation 34
Emergency operation, fuel
filler flap, unlocking man‐
ually 268
Emergency Request 307
Emergency service, refer to Roadside Assistance 308
Energy-conscious driving, re‐ fer to Current fuel consump‐
tion 80
Energy, saving, refer to Sav‐ ing fuel 164
Engine, breaking in 156
Engine compartment 288
Engine coolant, refer to Cool‐ ant 292
Engine oil, adding 291
Engine oil, additives, refer to Approved engine oils 291
Engine oil, alternative oil types 292
Engine oil, BMW maintenance
system 293
Engine oil change intervals, refer to Service require‐
ments 83
Engine oil, checking the level 290
Engine oil, filling ca‐ pacity 321
Engine oil temperature 80
Engine oil types, alterna‐ tive 291
Engine oil types, ap‐ proved 291
Engine, overheating, refer to Coolant temperature 80
Engine start, assistance 308
Engine, starting 68
Engine, starting– Comfort Access 40
Engine, starting, Start/Stop
button 67
Engine, stopping, Start/Stop
button 67
Engine, switching off 69
Environmentally friendly driv‐ ing, refer to Current fuel
consumption 80
Equalizer 190
Equipment, interior 139
ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐ gram, refer to Dynamic Sta‐
bility Control DSC 105
Exchanging wheels/tires 285
Exhaust system 157
Exterior mirrors 58
Exterior mirrors, adjusting 58
Exterior mirrors, automatic dimming 59
Exterior mirrors, automatic heating 59
Exterior mirrors, folding in and out 59
External audio device 148
External devices 212
External temperature dis‐ play 79
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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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