mirror BMW X6 2013 E71 Owner's Guide

on the interior rearview mirror. The re‐
quired distance depends on the particular
hand-held transmitter.4.Press the button of the desired function on
the hand-held transmitter and the button
being programmed on the interior rearview
mirror simultaneously and hold. The LED
on the interior rearview mirror flashes
slowly at first.5.When the LED flashes more rapidly, re‐
lease both buttons. Rapid flashing indi‐
cates that the button on the interior rear‐
view mirror has been programmed.
If the LED does not flash faster after
60 seconds, change the distance between
the interior rearview mirror and the hand-
held transmitter and repeat the step. Multi‐
ple trials at different distances may be nec‐
essary. Wait at least 15 seconds between
trials.6.To program additional functions on other
buttons, repeat steps 3 to 5.
The systems can be operated with the buttons
on the interior rearview mirror.
Special characteristics of alternating-
code radio systems
If the system cannot be operated after re‐
peated programming, check whether the sys‐
tem to be operated uses an alternating-code
system.
Read the operating instructions of the system
or press and hold the programmed button on
the interior rearview mirror. If the LED on the
interior rearview mirror flashes rapidly at first
and then lights up continuously for 2 seconds,
the system is equipped with an alternating-
code system. This flashing LED pattern re‐
peats itself for approx. 20 seconds.
In systems with an alternating-code system,
the Universal Garage Door Opener and the
system must be additionally synchronized.
Please obtain additional information on syn‐
chronization in the operating instructions of
the system being set up.
The systems will be easier to synchronize with
the aid of a second person.
Synchronization:1.Park the vehicle within range of the re‐
mote-controlled system.2.Program the corresponding button on the
interior rearview mirror as described.3.Identify and press the synchronization but‐
ton on the system being set up. You have
approx. 30 seconds for the next step.4.Press and hold the button on the interior
rearview mirror for approx. 3 seconds and
then release it. Repeat this step up to three
times if necessary to complete the syn‐
chronization procedure. When synchroni‐
zation is completed, the programmed func‐
tion is executed.
Reprogramming individual buttons
1.Switch on the ignition.2.Hold the hand-held transmitter at a dis‐
tance of approx. 1 to 3 in/2.5 to 8 cm from
the memory buttons.
The required distance depends on the par‐
ticular hand-held transmitter.3.Press the memory button of the Universal
Garage Door Opener.4.If the LED flashes slowly after approx.
20 seconds, press the transmit button on
the hand-held transmitter.5.Release both buttons when the LED
flashes rapidly.
If the LED does not flash rapidly after ap‐
prox. 60 seconds, change the distance and
repeat the step.
Canada: if the LED does not flash rapidly
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was aborted by the hand-held transmitter,
hold down the memory button and press
and release the button on the hand-held
transmitter several times for 2 seconds.
Controls
Prior to operation
Before operating a unit with the Universal
Garage Door Opener, ensure that there are no
people, animals, or objects in the range of
movement of the system; otherwise, there is a
risk of injury or damage.
Also follow the safety instructions of the hand-
held transmitter.◀
The system, such as the garage door, can be
operated using the button on the interior rear‐
view mirror with the engine running or the igni‐
tion switched on. When you are within the re‐
ception range of the system, press and hold
the button until the function is initiated. The
LED on the interior rearview mirror lights up
continuously while the radio signal is being
transmitted.
Deleting stored functions Press the right and left buttons on the interior
rearview mirror simultaneously for approx.
20 seconds until the LED flashes rapidly. All
stored functions are deleted. The functions
cannot be deleted individually.
Digital compass1Adjustment button2Display
The display shows you the main or secondary
compass direction in which you are driving.
Operating concept
Various functions can be called up by pressing
the adjustment button with a pointed object
such as a pen. The following adjustment op‐
tions are displayed one after the other, de‐
pending on how long the adjustment button is
pressed:
▷Press briefly: switch the display on/off.▷3 to 6 seconds: set the compass zone.▷6 to 9 seconds: calibrate the compass.▷9 to 12 seconds: set left-hand/right hand
steering.▷12 to 15 seconds: set the language.
Setting compass zones
Set the compass zone corresponding to the
vehicle's geographic location so that the com‐
pass can function correctly; refer to the world
map with compass zones.
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Saving fuelVehicle 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.
General information
Your vehicle contains advanced technology for
the reduction of fuel consumption and emis‐
sions.
Fuel consumption depends on a number of dif‐
ferent factors.
The implementation of certain measures, driv‐
ing style and regular maintenance, refer to
page 274, can have an influence on fuel con‐
sumption and on the environmental impact.
Remove unnecessary cargo
Additional weight increases fuel consumption.
Remove attached parts
following use
Remove unneeded auxiliary mirrors, roof or
rear luggage racks after use.
Attached parts on the vehicle impair the aero‐
dynamics and increase the fuel consumption.Closing the windows and
glass sunroof
Driving with the glass sunroof or windows
open results in increased air resistance and
raises fuel consumption.
Check the tire inflation pressure regularly
Check and, if necessary, correct the tire infla‐
tion pressure, refer to page 262, at least twice
a month and before starting on a long trip.
Low tire inflation pressure increases rolling re‐
sistance and thus raises fuel consumption and
tire wear.
Drive away without delay
Do not wait for the engine to warm-up while
the vehicle remains stationary. Start driving
right away, but at moderate engine speeds.
This is the fastest way for the cold engine to
reach its operating temperature.
Look well ahead when
driving
Avoid unnecessary acceleration and braking.
By maintaining a suitable distance to the vehi‐
cle driving ahead of you.
Driving smoothly and looking ahead reduces
fuel consumption.
Avoid high engine speeds Driving at a low engine speed reduces fuel
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Redialing
›Redial‹
Voice phone book
Depending on how your vehicle is equipped, it
may be necessary to create your own voice
phone book.
The entries must be entered using voice acti‐
vation and are separate from the memory in
the mobile phone. Up to 50 entries can be set
up.
Saving an entry1.›Save name‹2.Say the name. Do not exceed the speaking
duration of approx. 2 seconds.3.Say the phone number after being
prompted to do so by the system.4.›Save‹
Deleting an entry
1.›Delete name‹2.Say the name after being prompted to do
so.3.Confirm the prompt: ›Yes‹
Deleting all entries
1.›Delete phone book‹2.Confirm the prompt: ›Yes‹3.Confirm the prompt again: ›Yes‹
Reading and selecting entries
1.›Read phonebook‹2.When the desired entry is read aloud: say ›
Dial number‹
Selecting an entry
1.›Dial name‹2.Say the name after being prompted to do
so.3.Confirm the prompt: ›Yes‹Adjusting the volume
Turn the knob during an announcement.
▷The volume remains constant even if the
volume of other audio sources is changed.▷The volume is stored for the remote con‐
trol currently in use.
Notes
Do not use voice operation to initiate an Emer‐
gency Request. In stressful situations, the
voice and vocal pitch can change. This can un‐
necessarily delay the establishment of a tele‐
phone connection.
Instead, use the SOS button, refer to
page 286, in the vicinity of the interior mirror.
Environmental conditions
▷Say the commands, numbers, and letters
smoothly and with normal volume, empha‐
sis, and speed.▷Always say commands in the language of
the system. The language for the mobile
phone voice operation is preset and cannot
be changed in the Control Display.▷Keep the doors, windows, and glass sun‐
roof closed to prevent noise interference.▷Avoid making other noise in the vehicle
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Driving with compact wheelDo not exceed a speed of
50 mph/80 km/h.
Drive conservatively and do not exceed a
speed of 50 mph/80 km/h. Otherwise, changes
in the driving characteristics could result, for
example reduced track stability on braking, ex‐ tended braking distance, and altered self-
steering characteristics in the limit range. In
conjunction with winter tires, these character‐
istics are more pronounced.◀
Only mount one compact wheel
Only one compact wheel may be
mounted. Restore the wheels and tires to their
original size as quickly as possible. Failure to
do so is a safety risk.◀
Vehicle battery Maintenance
The battery is maintenance-free, i.e., the elec‐
trolyte will last for the life of the battery.
Your service center will be glad to advise you
on questions regarding the battery.
Battery replacement Use approved vehicle batteries
Only use vehicle batteries that have been
approved for your vehicle by the manufacturer;
otherwise, the vehicle could be damaged and
systems or functions may not be fully availa‐
ble.◀
After a battery replacement, have the battery
registered on the vehicle by your service cen‐
ter to ensure that all comfort functions are fully
available.Charging the battery
Note Do not connect the charger to the socket
Do not connect the battery charger to
the socket installed in the vehicle at the factory
as this could damage the battery.◀
General information Ensure that the battery is sufficiently charged
to achieve the full battery life.
It may be necessary to charge the battery in
the following cases:▷When the vehicle is frequently used to
drive short distances.▷When the vehicle has not been driven for
more than one month.
Starting aid terminals
Only charge using the starting aid terminals,
refer to page 288, in the engine compartment
while the engine is switched off.
Power failure
After a temporary power loss, some equipment
needs to be reinitialized.
Individual settings need to be reprogrammed:
▷Seat and mirror memory: store the posi‐
tions again, refer to page 50.▷Time: update, refer to page 78.▷Date: update, refer to page 78.▷Radio station: save again, refer to
page 182.▷Navigation system: wait for the navigation
system to be operational.▷Glass sunroof: it may only be possible to
tilt the roof. Have the system initialized by
the service center.▷Digital compass: recalibrate, refer to
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CareVehicle 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.
Car washes
Notes Steam jets or high-pressure washers
When using steam jets or high-pressure
washers, hold them a sufficient distance away
and use a maximum temperature of
140 ℉/60 ℃.
Holding them too close or using excessively
high pressures or temperatures can cause
damage or preliminary damage that may then lead to long-term damage.
Follow the operating instructions for the high-
pressure washer.◀
Cleaning sensors/cameras with high-
pressure washers
When using high-pressure washers, do not
spray the exterior sensors and cameras, for
Park Distance Control or the backup camera,
for instance, for extended periods of time and
only from a distance of at least 12 in/30 cm.◀
Regularly remove foreign bodies, such as
leaves, from the area below the windshield
when the hood is open.
Wash your vehicle frequently, particularly in
winter.
Intense soiling and road salt can damage the
vehicle.Washing in automatic car washes
Give preference to cloth car washes or those
that use soft brushes in order to avoid paint
damage.
Notes
Note the following:▷Make sure that the wheels and tires are not
damaged by the transport mechanisms.▷Fold in the exterior mirrors; otherwise, they
may be damaged, depending on the width
of the vehicle.▷Deactivate rain sensor, refer to page 66, to
prevent unintentional wiper action.▷Remove additional attachments, for in‐
stance a spoiler or telephone antenna, if
there is a risk that these may be damaged.
Guide rails in car washes
Avoid car washes with guide rails higher
than 4 in/10 cm; otherwise, the vehicle body
could be damaged.◀
Before driving into a car wash The vehicle is able to roll if the following steps
are taken.
1.Insert the remote control into the ignition
lock, even with Comfort Access.2.Engage transmission position N.3.Release the parking brake.4.Deactivating Automatic Hold, refer to
page 62.5.Switch the engine off.6.Leave the remote control in the ignition
lock so that the vehicle can roll.
Transmission position P will be engaged:
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Technical dataVehicle equipment
This chapter describes all series equipment as
well as country-specific and special equipment
offered for this model series.Therefore, it alsodescribes 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.
Dimensions
BMW X6Width with mirrorsinches/mm86.4/2,195Width without mirrorsinches/mm78.1/1,930Heightinches/mm66.5/1,690Opening height of tailgateinches/mm90.0/2,287Lengthinches/mm192.0/4,877Wheelbaseinches/mm115.5/2,933Smallest turning circle dia.ft/m42.0/12.8With mixed tires, the vehicle width may exceed the specified dimensions.
Weights

X6 xDrive35iX6 xDrive50iApproved gross vehicle
weightlbs/kg6,008/2,7256,250/2,835Loadlbs/kg937/425937/425Approved front axle loadlbs/kg2,800/1,2703,020/1,370Approved rear axle loadlbs/kg3,263/1,4803,351/1,520Approved roof load ca‐
pacitylbs/kg220/100220/100Cargo area capacitycu ft/
liter25.6-59.7/570‐
1,45025.6-59.7/570-1,
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Concierge service 251
Condensation on windows, removing 123
Condensation under the vehi‐ cle 148
Condition Based Service CBS 274
Confirmation signals for lock‐ ing/unlocking the vehicle 33
Connecting, mobile phone, refer to Pairing the mobile
phone 227
Consumption, refer to Aver‐ age fuel consumption 73
Contacts 240, 248
Control Display 19
Control Display, care 294
Control Display, setting the brightness 79
Controller, refer to Con‐ trols 18
Controls and displays 12
Controls, rear DVD sys‐ tem 210
Control systems, driving sta‐ bility 96
Convenient operation– Glass sunroof 33– Window 33
Coolant 273
Coolant, checking the level 273
Coolant temperature 71
Cooling function, switching on and off 124
Cooling, maximum 124
Cooling system, refer to Cool‐ ant 273
Cornering Brake Control CBC 96
Corrosion on brake discs 148
Courtesy lamps, refer to Inte‐ rior lamps 85
Cradle for telephone or mo‐ bile phone, refer to Snap-in
adapter 237
Cruise control 109
Cruise control– Malfunction 110
Cruise control, active 102
Cupholder 139
Curb weight, refer to Weights 298
Current fuel consumption 71
Current location, storing 162
Curve lights, refer to Adaptive Light Control 82
D
Dashboard lighting, refer to Instrument lighting 85
Dashboard, refer to Cock‐ pit 12
Data, technical 298
Date 70
Date, display format 79
Date, retrieving 70
Date, setting 78
Daytime running lights 82
Defroster, rear window 123
Defrosting windows 123
Defrost setting, refer to De‐ frosting windows 123
Destination entry via the ad‐ dress book 162
Destination guidance 169
Destination guidance with in‐ termediate destinations 167
Destination input, naviga‐ tion 160
Digital clock 70
Digital compass 131
Digital radio 183
Dimming mirrors 52
Directional indicators, refer to Turn signals 64
Display in front wind‐ shield 118
Display lighting, refer to In‐ strument lighting 85
Displays and controls 12
Displays, care 294
Displays, cleaning 294
Displays, refer to Instrument
cluster 14
Disposal, coolant 273
Disposal, vehicle battery 284
Distance control, refer to Ac‐ tive Cruise Control 102
Distance, selecting, with Ac‐ tive Cruise Control 104
Distance warning, refer to Park Distance Control
PDC 111
Divided screen view, split screen 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 265
Downhill control 99
Draft-free ventilation 125
Drive-off assistant 100
Driver's seat, calibrating 49
Driving away on inclines, refer to Drive-off assistant 100
Driving notes, breaking in 146
Driving notes, general 146
Driving on poor roads 148
Driving stability control sys‐ tems 96
Driving through water 147
Driving tips, refer to Driving notes 146
Dry air, refer to Cooling func‐ tion 124
DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol 96
DTC Dynamic Traction Con‐ trol 97
DTMF suffix dialing 232
DVD/CD 190
DVDs, storing 197
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DVD system in rear 210
DVD, video 192
Dynamic destination guid‐ ance 176
Dynamic Performance Con‐ trol 98
Dynamic Stability Control DSC 96
Dynamic Traction Control DTC 97
E
Easy entry/exit 53
EfficientDynamics, refer to Saving fuel 153
Electrical malfunction– Door lock 34– Driver's door 34– Fuel filler flap 258
Electrical malfunction, park‐
ing brake 63
Electric seat adjustment 45
Electric steering wheel ad‐
justment 53
Electronic brake-force distri‐ bution 96
Electronic engine oil level check 271
Electronic Stability Program ESP, refer to Dynamic Sta‐
bility Control DSC 96
Emergency operation
– Door lock, refer to Manual
operation 34
Emergency operation, fuel
filler flap, unlocking man‐
ually 258
Emergency Request 286
Emergency service, refer to Roadside Assistance 287
Energy-conscious driving, re‐ fer to Current fuel consump‐
tion 71
Energy, saving, refer to Sav‐ ing fuel 153
Engine, breaking in 146
Engine compartment 270
Engine coolant, refer to Cool‐ ant 273
Engine oil, adding 272
Engine oil, additives, refer to Approved engine oils 272
Engine oil, alternative oil types 273
Engine oil, BMW maintenance system 274
Engine oil change intervals, refer to Service require‐
ments 74
Engine oil, checking the level 271
Engine oil, filling ca‐ pacity 299
Engine oil temperature 71
Engine oil types, alterna‐ tive 272
Engine oil types, ap‐ proved 272
Engine, overheating, refer to Coolant temperature 71
Engine start, assistance 287
Engine, starting 60
Engine, starting– Comfort Access 37
Engine, starting, Start/Stop
button 59
Engine, stopping, Start/Stop button 59
Engine, switching off 60
Environmentally friendly driv‐ ing, refer to Current fuel
consumption 71
Equalizer 180
Equipment, interior 129
ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐ gram, refer to Dynamic Sta‐
bility Control DSC 96
Exchanging wheels/tires 267
Exhaust system 146
Exterior mirrors 51
Exterior mirrors, adjusting 51
Exterior mirrors, automatic dimming 52
Exterior mirrors, automatic
heating 52
Exterior mirrors, folding in and out 52
External audio device 138
External devices 202
External temperature dis‐ play 70
External temperature display, changing the units of meas‐
ure, changing the units of
measure on the Control Dis‐
play 79
External temperature warn‐ ing 70
Externel temperature dis‐ play 70
Eyes for securing cargo 151
F
Fader 180
Failure messages, refer to Check Control 76
False alarm– Avoiding unintentional
alarms 40– Ending an alarm 40
Fastening safety belts, refer
to Safety belts 47
Fault messages, refer to Check Control 76
Filling capacities 299
Filter, refer to Microfilter/acti‐ vated-charcoal filter 126
Fine wood, care 293
First aid kit 287
Fitting for towing 290
Fixing system, adaptive 140
Flashing when locking/ unlocking 33
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 88
Flat Tire Monitor FTM, snow chains 269
Flat tire, run-flat tires 268
Flat tire, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM 90
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Flat tire, warning lamp 89, 91
Flat tire, wheel change 280
Flooding, refer to Driving through water 147
Floor carpet, care 293
Floor mats, care 293
FM/AM station 182
Fog on windows, remov‐ ing 123
Foldable rear seat back‐ rest 135
Foot brake 147
Footwell lamps, refer to Inte‐ rior lamps 85
For your own safety 6
Four-wheel drive, refer to xDrive 98
Front airbags 86
Front fog lamps 84
Front fog lamps, bulb replace‐ ment 278
Front fog lamps, indicator lamp 84
FTM Flat Tire Monitor 88
Fuel 260
Fuel– Refer to Average fuel con‐
sumption 73
Fuel, additives 260
Fuel, average consump‐ tion 73
Fuel cap 258
Fuel cap, closing 258
Fuel consumption display
– Average fuel consump‐
tion 73
Fuel consumption display,
current fuel consump‐
tion 71
Fuel-efficient driving, refer to Current fuel consump‐
tion 71
Fuel filler flap, closing 258
Fuel filler flap, opening 258
Fuel filler flap, unlocking in case of an electrical mal‐
function 258
Fuel gauge 72
Fuel, saving 153
Fuel tank capacity, refer to Filling capacities 299
Fuel tank contents, refer to Filling capacities 299
Fuel tank, refer to Filling ca‐ pacities 299
Fuse 284
G
Garage door opener, refer to Universal Garage Door
Opener 129
Gasoline 260
Gasoline gauge, refer to Fuel gauge 72
Gasoline quality 260
Gas station recommenda‐ tion 171
Gear change, automatic transmission with Step‐
tronic 68
Gear change, via shift pad‐ dles 69
General driving notes 146
Glass sunroof, closing 43
Glass sunroof, electric– Convenient operation 33– Remote control 33
Glass sunroof, initializing 43
Glass sunroof, opening 43
Glass sunroof, pinch protec‐ tion 43
Glass sunroof, power fail‐ ure 43
Glass sunroof, tilting 42
Glove compartment 137
Glove compartment, light‐ ing 137
GPS navigation, refer to Navi‐ gation system 158
Gross vehicle weight, refer to Weights 298
H
Handbrake, refer to Parking brake 61
Hand-held transmitter, alter‐ nating code 130
Hands-free microphone 16
Hazard warning sys‐ tem 16, 286
HDC Hill Descent Control 99
HD Radio 183
Head airbags 86
Headlamp control, auto‐ matic 81, 82
Headlamp courtesy delay fea‐ ture 82
Headlamp flasher 64, 83
Headlamp flasher, indicator lamp 15
Headlamps 81
Headlamps, care 292
Headlamps, cleaning 66
Headlamps, cleaning, washer fluid 67
Headliner 17
Headphones, connecting, rear DVD system 211
Head restraints 49
Head-up Display 118
Head-up Display, care 294
Heatable rear window 123
Heating 121
Heating– Seats 46
Heating, interior 121
Heating, mirrors 52
Heating, residual heat 125
Heating with the engine switched off, refer to Resid‐
ual heat 125
Heavy cargo, refer to Stowing cargo 151
Height, refer to Dimen‐ sions 298
High-beam Assistant 83
High beams 83
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