maintenance BMW X5 3.0I 2006 E53 Repair Manual

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Automatic climate control
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Air supply 0 Blower off
I Maximum blower speed
You can adjust the air supply for the
vent outlets through an infinitely-vari-
able range between the 0 and I set-
tings.
In the 0 setting, the blower is switched
off and the supply of air through the
vent outlets is blocked.
Individual adjustments on the front-seat
control elements influence the air sup-
ply for rear passenger area climate con-
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Temperature Passengers in the rear seating area can
adjust their own temperature for the
vent outlets:
>Turn toward blue: colder
>Turn toward red: warmer.
When you start the vehicle, this system
ensures that the selected temperature
is achieved as quickly as possible.
It then maintains this temperature,
regardless of the season.
It is only possible to adjust the
temperature when the blower is
switched on, not in the 0 setting.< 530de274
Microfilter/activated-charcoal
filter The microfilter removes dust and pollen
from the incoming air. The activated-
charcoal filter provides additional pro-
tection by filtering gaseous pollutants
from the outside air. Your BMW Sports
Activity Vehicle center replaces this
combined filter as a standard part of
your scheduled maintenance. A sub-
stantial reduction in air supply indicates
that the filter must be replaced before
normal maintenance.

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Roller sun blinds
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Parked car ventilation
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Roller sun blinds for rear side
windows
*
Use the strap to pull out the blinds, then
hook them in the attachment provided.
With roller sun blinds attached,
do not open the windows during
travel. The blinds may otherwise be
damaged by the wind.<
You can use this system to ventilate the
interior and lower its temperature, using
the blower of the parked car ventilation
or of the automatic climate control.
The parked car ventilation is operated
via the MID Multi-Information Display,
refer to page84 or via the onboard
computer, refer to the separate
Owner's Manual.
You can set two different times for the
system to start; it will remain active for
30 minutes. You can also switch it on
and off directly. Since the system uses
a substantial amount of electrical cur-
rent, you should refrain from switching
it on twice in succession without allow-
ing the battery to be recharged in nor-
mal operation between uses.When a preselected activation time is
set, the parked car ventilation is opera-
tional at outside temperatures above
approx. 607/166, or by direct switch
activation.
The air enters the passenger compart-
ment through the vent outlets in the
instrument cluster, which can be
adjusted for both direction and airflow.
The vent outlets must therefore be open
for the system to operate.

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Integrated universal remote control
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Programming 1Memory buttons
2LEDFixed-code hand-held transmitter1. Switch on the ignition.
2. For initial use: press both outer
buttons 1 for approx. 20 seconds
until the LED 2 flashes. The three
memory buttons 1 are cleared.
3. Hold the original hand-held transmit-
ter at a distance of approx. 2 to 8 in/
5 to 20 cm from the memory but-
tons 1.
The required distance between
the hand-held transmitter and
memory buttons 1 depends on the
relevant system of the original hand-
held transmitter used.<530ue264
4. Simultaneously press the transmit
button on the original hand-held
transmitter and the desired memory
button 1 of the integrated universal
remote control. The LED 2 flashes
slowly at first. As soon as the LED 2
flashes rapidly, release both buttons.
If the LED 2 does not flash rapidly
after approx. 15 seconds, alter the
distance.
5. To program other original hand-held
transmitters, repeat steps 3 and 4.
The corresponding memory button 1 is
now programmed with the signal of the
original hand-held transmitter.
You can operate the system when the
engine is running or when the ignition is
switched on.
If the system cannot be operated
after repeated programming,
check whether the original hand-held
transmitter uses an alternating-code
system. To do so, either read the
instructions of the original hand-held
transmitter or press and hold down the
programmed memory button 1 of the
integrated universal remote control.
If the LED 2 on the integrated universal
remote control flashes quickly for a
brief period and then remains lit up for
approx. two seconds, this indicates that
the original hand-held transmitter is
equipped with an alternating code. In
the case of an alternating-code system,
program the memory buttons 1 as
described in the section on alternating-
code hand-held transmitters.
If you have additional questions, please
consult your BMW Sports Activity Vehi-
cle center or call 1-800-355-3515.
You can also visit our website
www.bmwusa.com. transmitterTo program the integrated universal
remote control, consult the Owner's
Manuals for the equipment to be set.
You will find information there on the
possibilities for synchronization.
When programming alternating-code
hand-held transmitters, please follow
the supplementary instructions below:
Programming will be easier with
the aid of a second person.<

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Interior rearview mirror with digital compass
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1 Adjusting knob for compass zones
2Display
The display indicates the cardinal and/
or intercardinal direction in which you
are currently driving.Setting compass zonesDepending on where you and your vehi-
cle are located, it is necessary to set
the appropriate compass zone, refer to
world map with compass zones,
page118.
To set the compass zone, press the
adjusting button in the mirror frame for
approx. 3-4 seconds with a sharp
object, e.g. a ball-point pen or the like.
The display indicates the number of the
currently set compass zone.530de425
To change the zone setting, press the
adjusting button repeatedly until the
number of the compass zone that
applies to your current position is dis-
played.
The compass will be operational again
after approximately 10 seconds.
For automatic dimming action, refer to
Interior and exterior mirrors, automatic
dimming feature on page138.Calibrating digital compassIn the following situations, the digital
compass must be calibrated:
>C or CAL appears on the display
>The wrong cardinal direction appears
on the display
>The cardinal direction displayed does
not change despite a change in the
direction of travel
>Not all cardinal directions are dis-
played.How to correct this:
1. Make sure that there are no large
metal objects or overhead power
lines in the vicinity of your vehicle
and that you have enough space to
drive in a circle
2. Input the currently applicable com-
pass zone
3. Press the adjustment button to bring
up C or CAL. Then drive in a com-
plete circle at a maximum speed of
4mph/7km/h.
If the calibration was successful, the
displays C or CAL are replaced with
the points of the compass.

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Glove compartment Storage compartments Opening Pull the handle. The lamp inside the
glove compartment comes on.Closing Fold the cover up.
To prevent injury in the event of an
accident, close the glove com-
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Locking Use one of the master keys. A master
key is also required for unlocking.
If you turn over only your spare
key for valet parking, for example,
refer to page30, this prevents unautho-
rized access to the glove compart-
ment.< Rechargeable flashlight Located on the left-hand side of the
glove compartment.
Features integral overload-protection,
so it can be left in its holder continu-
ously.
To avoid completely discharging
and possibly damaging the lamp,
always ensure that it is switched off
before inserting it into the socket.<
You will find two storage compartments
in the armrest between the front seats.
To open the top compartment:
Press the button, refer to arrow 1.
A built-in phone
* is located in this com-
partment.
To move the armrest or open the lower
compartment:
Pull the handle, refer to arrow 2.
This compartment contains a coin tray
and a storage compartment
* for cas-
settes or CDs.
You will find additional storage com-
partments in all of the doors as well as
on the backrests of the front seats.
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Ashtray, front Ashtray, rear Emptying Press the edge of the lid, refer to arrow:
the ashtray moves up and can be
removed.Cigarette lighter, front Press the lighter 1 in.
The lighter can be removed as soon as
it pops out.
Hold or briefly press the hot ciga-
rette lighter by the knob only.
Holding or touching it in other areas
could result in burns.
The cigarette lighter remains opera-
tional when the ignition key has been
removed. For this reason, do not leave
unsupervised children in the vehicle.< 530de338
Socket The cigarette lighter socket can be
used to plug in hand flashlights, car
vacuum cleaners etc., with power rat-
ings of up to approx. 200 W at 12 V.
Be careful not to damage the socket
with unsuitable plugs.
Additional sockets are located in the
cargo area, refer to page128, and in
the front passenger footwell.
Emptying Remove the insert tray. 530de282

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Ski bag
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The ski bag allows the safe and clean
transport of up to four pairs of standard
skis or up to two snowboards.
With the length of the ski bag and the
additional space in the cargo area, you
can store skis up to 6.8 ft/2.1 m length.
Because stowing skis of this maximum
length causes the ski bag to narrow, it
can only accommodate two pairs of
skis with a length of 6.8 ft/2.1 m.
Loading 1. Fold down the center armrest.
Loosen the trim from the upper
Velcro® fastener and place it onto the
armrest 530us077
2. Press button 1 downward and swing
the cover forward
3. Press button 2: the cover in the
cargo area is unlocked.
With pull-out cargo floor, refer to
page128: pull out floor, release
cover and push back floor again; the
floor then conceals the cover
4. Place ski bag between the front
seats and load. The zip fastener facil-
itates access to the stowed items.
Make sure that only clean skis are
loaded into the ski bag. Wrap sharp
edges so that no damage occurs.530de283

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Cargo area Roll-up cover Pull out the roll-up cover and hook it
into the brackets at the rear.
You can carry light objects such as
items of clothing on the roll-up cover.
Do not place heavy or hard
objects on the roll-up cover. If you
do so, they could pose a danger to
vehicle occupants during braking or
evasive maneuvers.
Do not allow the roll-up cover to snap
back, otherwise it could be damaged.<530de348
Removing roll-up cover1. Unlock the case with the button,
refer to arrow 1, lift it out of the
bracket on the side and hold it in
place on the opposite side with the
other hand
2. Then push the case toward the side
window, refer to arrow 2. This pulls it
out of the second bracket and it can
be removed.InstallationLay the case in the two side brackets
and then press down until it engages.530de349
Partition net
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1. Remove the bag with the partition
net from the retainer by releasing the
hooks from the lashing eyes on both
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Cargo area 7. When the rear backrests are folded
down, you can unhook the partition
net from the retaining straps, com-
pletely unroll it, insert it in the front
retainers on the roof and attach the
three hooks into the eyes on the
backrests.
The illustration shows securing at the
bottom right as an example.530de352
Side covers Pull the handle to open the side covers.530de290
Floor cover To access the spare wheel.
To open: press the recess in the han-
dle, refer to arrow, and raise the cover
with the handle. 530de291

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Cargo areaWhen it is extended, you can load the
cargo floor:
>With up to 990 lbs./450 kg, distrib-
uted evenly across the entire surface
>With up to 330 lbs./150 kg on the
rear edge.
Do not overload the cargo floor
when it is extended. If you do so, it
could cause damage.
When sliding the cargo floor back in, do
not reach under the floor. Otherwise
there is a risk of injury.<
Raising cargo floor For access to the spare wheel or other
stored items:
Swing the cargo floor up and secure it
with the rod, refer to illustration.
If your vehicle has a partition net:
Take the bag with the partition net
out of the retainer, refer to page125,
before you raise the cargo floor. Other-
wise, the bag could slide downward.< 530de240