BMW X5 4.4I 2000 Owners Manual

IndexDataTechnologyRepairsCar careControlsOverview
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IndexDataTechnologyRepairsCar careControlsOverview
Overview
Controls and features
Operation, care
and maintenance
Owner service procedures
Technical data
Index Advanced technology
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Replacement procedures:
Onboard tool kit154
Wiper blades154
Lamps and bulbs155
Changing a wheel161
Battery165
Fuses167
In case of electrical
malfunction:
Fuel filler door168
Sliding/Tilt sunroof168
Liftgate168
Tailgate169
Assistance, giving and
receiving:
Jump-starting170
Towing the vehicle171
Repairs

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Under the cargo area floor in a pocket.
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Front 1 Move the wiper to a fold-out position
(refer to page 69).
2 Lift the wiper arm and press the se-
curing spring (arrow).
3 Pull the wiper blade off toward the
wiper arm.
4 Insert the new blade and snap it into
place.
Fold the wipers back down onto
the windshield before you turn the
ignition key to position 1 or 2 again. If
you do not, they could be damaged.< 360de114
Rear

1 Hold the wiper blade on the window
and remove/unclip the wiper arm at
the articulated joint (arrow).
2 Insert a new wiper blade and press it
on/clip it into the wiper arm.
Use only wiper blades approved
by BMW.< 392de173
Onboard tool kit Wiper blades

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Lamps and bulbs The lamps and bulbs are essential fac-
tors contributing to the safety of your
vehicle. For this reason, follow the in-
structions below carefully when replac-
ing a bulb. If you are not familiar with
any of the procedures, consult your au-
thorized BMW center.
Do not touch the glass portion of a
new bulb with your bare hands
since even small amounts of impurities
burn into the surface and reduce the
service life of the bulb. Use a clean
cloth, paper napkin, or a similar mate-
rial, or hold the bulb by its metallic
base.<
A replacement bulb set is available from
your BMW center.
Whenever working on the electri-
cal system, switch off the electri-
cal accessory you are working on or
disconnect the cable from the negative
terminal of the battery. Failure to do this
could result in short circuits.
To prevent injuries and damage, com-
ply with any instructions provided by
the bulb manufacturer.<
The illustration shows the right-hand
engine compartment.
For checking and adjusting head-
lamp aim, please contact your
BMW center.< 1 Low beams H7 bulb, 55 watts
The bulb is pressurized. There-
fore, wear safety glasses and pro-
tective gloves. Failure to comply with
this precaution could lead to injury if the
bulb is accidentally damaged during re-
placement.<
1 Turn the bulb holder to the left (arrow)
and remove.
2 Remove and replace the bulb. 530us107
2 High beams HB3 bulb, 60 watts
The bulb is pressurized. There-
fore, wear safety glasses and pro-
tective gloves. Failure to comply with
this precaution could lead to injury if the
bulb is accidentally damaged during re-
placement.<
1 Turn the bulb holder to the left and
remove.
2 Disconnect the plug.
3 Plug the new bulb holder with bulb
into the plug connector. Be sure that
it is securely engaged.
4 Install in the opposite order.
When cleaning the headlamps,
please observe the following:
>Do not clean by wiping with a dry
cloth (scratches). Never use abra-
sives or strong solvents to clean the
covers.
>Remove dirt and contamination (such
as insects) by soaking with BMW Car
Shampoo and then rinsing with plenty
of water.
>Always use a deicer spray to remove
accumulated ice and snow Ð never
use a scraper.<

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Lamps and bulbs Xenon lamps
*
The operating life of these lamp units is
extremely long and the likelihood of fail-
ure very low, provided that they are not
switched on and off a very great num-
ber of times. If one of these bulbs
should nevertheless fail, it is possible to
continue driving with great caution us-
ing the fog lamps, provided traffic laws
in your area do not prohibit this.
Because of the extremely high
voltages involved, any work on the
lighting system should be carried out by
technically-qualified personnel only.
Failure to comply with this creates a
risk of fatal injury.< Turn signal indicator/Parking
lamp (side marker lamps), front Dual-filament bulb, 28/8 watts
Please contact a BMW center in case of
a malfunction.
Side turn signals 5 watt bulb
1 Use finger pressure against the rear
end of the lens (arrow) to press it for-
ward for removal.
2 Press gently on the bulb and turn it to
the left to remove it. 530us109
Front fog lamps H1 bulb, 55 watts
The bulb is pressurized. There-
fore, wear safety glasses and pro-
tective gloves. Failure to comply with
this precaution could lead to injury if the
bulb is damaged during replacement.<
1 Pull the cover in front of the foglamp
forward.
2 Loosen the two screws (arrows) and
remove the foglamp.
3 Turn the cover cap on the rear of the
foglamp to the left and remove.
4 Unhook the wire clamp, remove the
contact base and replace the bulb. 530us110

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Lamps and bulbs Tail lamp assembly Tail lamp 2: 21/5 watt bulb
Remaining bulbs: 21 watts
1 Turn signal
indicator yellow or white
2 Rear lamps/
Side marker lamps red
3 Backup lamps white
4 Brake lamps red
5 Reflector red530us111
Lamps in the side panel:
1 Open the cover in the side panel.
2 Lift the side panel if necessary.
3 Press gently on the lamp holder and
turn it to the left to remove it.
4 Remove the bulb. 530us112
Lamps in the tailgate:
1 Unclip the trim panel in the lower tail-
gate with a screwdriver.
2 Press gently on the lamp holder and
turn it to the left to remove it.
3 Remove the bulb. Center (high-mount) brake lamp LED strip in the rear spoiler: please
contact a BMW center in case of a
malfunction. 530us113

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Lamps and bulbs License plate lamps 5 watt bulb
1 Press the lamp out to the side with a
screwdriver.
2 Remove the lamp and replace the
bulb. 530us114
Interior lamps Front and rear
*
Interior lamp (6 watt bulb) with reading
lamps (two 6 watt bulbs)
1 Press the lamp out to the side with a
screwdriver.
2 Turn the bulb holder to the left and
remove.
3 Remove and replace the bulb.
Rear
Interior lamp (2 x 5 watt bulb)
1 Press the lamp out to the front with a
screwdriver.
2 Take off the lens and pull the lamp
out of the contact tab.530us115
Cargo area lamps Two lamps in the trim panel of the
upper tailgate:
6 watt bulbs
1 Apply a screwdriver in the recess to
press the lens out.
2 Replace the bulb. Footwell lamps, front 5 watt bulb
1 Press the lamp out with a screw-
driver.
2 Replace the bulb.Footwell lamps in the rear
passenger area 5 watt bulb
1 Use a screwdriver to press the lens
out to the side.
2 Replace the bulb.

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Lamps and bulbs Glove compartment lamp 5 watt bulb
1 Apply a screwdriver in the recess to
press the lamp out.
2 Remove the reflector.
3 Replace the bulb. Lighted vanity mirror10 watt bulb
1 Remove the bulb housing. Use a
screwdriver if necessary.
2 Replace the bulb.
Exit lamps Lamp in the lower door trim panel:
5 watt bulb
1 Press the lamp out with a screw-
driver.
2 Replace the bulb. Front area lighting
*
6 watt Xenon bulb
Please contact a BMW center in case of
a malfunction.

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Changing a wheel
Safety measures in the event of a
ßat tire or wheel change:
Stop the vehicle as far as possible from
passing trafÞc. Park on a Þrm, ßat, sur-
face. Switch on the hazard ßashers.
Turn the steering wheel to the straight-
ahead position, remove the key and en-
gage the steering lock. Select ÒParkÒ po-
sition and engage the parking brake. All
passengers should be outside the vehi-
cle and well away from your immediate
working area (behind a guardrail, for in-
stance). If a warning triangle or portable
hazard warning lamp is available, set it
up on the roadside at an appropriate
distance from the rear of the vehicle.
Comply with all safety guidelines and
regulations. Change the wheel only on a
level, Þrm surface which is not slippery.
Avoid jacking the vehicle up on a soft or
slippery surface (snow, ice, very smooth
surfaces, etc.), since it could slide side-
ways. Position the jack on a Þrm support
surface. Do not place wooden blocks or
similar objects under the jack. If this is
done, the jack might not be able to
reach its full support capacity because
of the limited height. Do not lie under
the vehicle or start the engine when the
vehicle is supported by the jack. Failure
to comply with this creates a risk of fatal
injury.<
What you will need In order to avoid rattling noises later,
note the position of the tools when you
remove them and return them to their
original position when you are through
using them.
>Two wedges (wheel chocks)
Open the liftgate and tailgate.
In the cargo area, fold up the floor
cover or pull-out cargo floor (refer to
page 110 or 111).
Take out the wedges (arrow) next to
the spare wheel. 530us117
>Lug wrench
Is located next to the spare wheel.
>Vehicle jack
Refer to page 162.530us120