roof rack BMW X6 XDRIVE 2009 E71 Owner's Manual

At a glance
15Reference
Controls
Driving tips
Communications
Navigation
Entertainment
Mobility
1Microphone for hands-free mode for
telephone
* and for voice activation
system
*23
2 Initiating
an emergency request 279
3 Reading lamps 113
4 Glass sunroof 42, 45
5 Interior lamps 113
6 Passenger airbag status lamp 105
7 Control Display 16
Displays for menu navigation
8 Hazard warning flashers
9 Central locking system 29
10 Opening glove compartment 126
11 Automatic climate control with 2-zone
control 115
Automatic climate control with 4-zone
control
*119
12 Ejecting audio CD
13 Changing
>radio station 174
> track 174 14
Selecting radio, CD and CD changer
15 Selecting AM or FM waveband
16 Ejecting navigation DVD with navigation
system
*148
18 Controller 16
Turn, press or move horizontally in
four directions
19 Opening start menu on Control Display 17
20 Automatic Hold 67
21 Parking brake 67
22 Adaptive Drive
*99
23 Programmable memory buttons 21
24 Switching Entertainment sound output
on/off and adjusting volume 174
Manual air distribution
116
Automatic air distribution and
volume 115
Cooling function 117
AUC Automatic recirculated-air
control 117
Maximum cooling 117
Air volume 116
Residual heat utilization 118
Defrosting windows and
removing condensation 116
Rear window defroster 116
Seat heating
*55, 56
Active seat ventilation
*56
17 Opening liftgate 33, 35
Active seat
*57
PDC Park Distance Control
*91
Rear view camera
*93
DTC Dynamic Traction Control 97
HDC Hill Descent Control 98

Opening and closing
46
Closing without pinch protection
system
When there is danger outside the vehicle, pro-
ceed as follows:
1.Slide the switch forward past the resistance
point and hold it there. The pinch protection
system is limited and the sunroof opens
slightly if the closing force exceeds a certain
value.
2. Within about 4 seconds, slide the switch
forward again beyond the resistance point
and hold it there. The roof closes without
the pinch protection system.
Following interruptions in electrical
power supply
After a power loss, the sunroof may only
respond to the raise co mmand. Then have the
system initialized. BM W recommends having
this work carried out by your BMW Sports
Activity Vehicle Center.
Moving manually*
In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can
move the sunroof manually:
1. Remove trim piece. To do so, gently lift the
corner of the trim piece with a screwdriver. 2.
Using the screwdriver, press in the clamps
one after the other, arrows 1, tilt the cover
panel down, arrow 2, and remove.
3. Release and disconnect the motor plug.
This significantly reduces the effort
required for the manual movement.
4. Take the Allen wrench
* from its bracket in
the onboard tool ki t, refer to page269, and
insert it into the opening provided. Move the
glass sunroof in the desired direction.
5. Reconnect the plug.

Things to remember when driving
138
Things to remember when driving
Break-in period
Moving parts need breaking-in time to adjust to
each other. To ensure that your vehicle contin-
ues to provide optimized economy of operation
throughout an extended service life, we request
that you devote careful attention to the follow-
ing section.
Engine and differential
Always obey all official speed limits.
Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km
Drive at changing engine and vehicle speeds,
however do not exceed:
> Gasoline engine
4,500 rpm or 100 mph/160 km/h
> Diesel engine
3,500 rpm or 90 mph/150 km/h
Avoid full-throttle operation and use of the
transmission's kick-down mode during these
initial miles.
From 1,200 miles/2,000 km
The engine and vehicle speed can gradually be
increased.
Tires
Due to technical factors associated with their
manufacture, tires do no t achieve their full trac-
tion potential until afte r an initial break-in
period. Therefore, drive reservedly during the
first 200 miles/300 km.
Brake system
Brakes require an initial break-in period of
approx. 300 miles/500 km to achieve optimized
contact and wear patterns between brake pads
and rotors. Drive in a reserved manner during
this break-in period.
Following part replacement
Observe the break-in instructions again if com-
ponents mentioned above must be replaced
after subsequent driving operation.
Saving fuel
The fuel consumption of your vehicle depends
on various factors. Through a few simple steps,
your driving style, and regular maintenance, you
can have a positive influence on your fuel con-
sumption and environmental impact.
Removing unnecessary cargo
Additional weight incr eases fuel consumption.
Removing add-on parts after use
Remove unneeded auxiliary mirrors, roof or rear
luggage racks after use. Add-on parts attached
to the vehicle impede the aerodynamics and
increase the fuel consumption.
Closing windows and glass sunroof*/
panorama glass sunroof*
An open glass sunroof/panorama glass sunroof
or open windows likewise increase the drag
coefficient and therefore the fuel consumption.
Checking tire in flation pressures
regularly
Check and correct the tire inflation pressure as
needed at least twice a month and before long
trips.
An insufficient tire inflation pressure increases
the rolling resistance an d thus increases the
fuel consumption and tire wear.
Driving off immediately
Do not allow the engine to warm up by leaving it
running while the vehicl e remains stationary.
Instead, begin to drive at a moderate engine

Driving tips
143Reference
At a glance
Controls
Communications
Navigation
Entertainment
Mobility
Securing cargo
BMW X5
BMW X6
>Use the luggage net*, retaining straps*, or
securing straps to hold down small and
lightweight luggage and cargo.
> For larger and heavier pieces, heavy-duty
cargo straps
* are available from your BMW
Sports Activity Vehicl e Center. Four lashing
eyes
* mounted in the cargo bay are used to
secure these heavy-duty cargo straps, refer
to illustrations.
> Observe the special instructions supplied
with the heavy-duty cargo straps.
Position and secure the cargo as
described above, so that it cannot endan-
ger the car's occupants, for example if sudden
braking or evasive maneuvers are necessary.
Never exceed either the approved gross vehicle
weight or either of the approved axle weights,
refer to page 289, as excessive loads can pose
a safety hazard, and may also place you in viola-
tion of traffic safety laws.
You should never transport unsecured heavy or
hard objects in the passenger compartment, as
they could fly around and pose a safety hazard to the vehicle's occupants during abrupt brak-
ing or evasive maneuvers.
Use only the lashing eyes pictured to fasten the
heavy-duty cargo straps. Do not secure cargo
with the attachment points for the top tether,
refer to page
62; otherwise they could be dam-
aged. <
Roof-mounted luggage rack*
A special rack system is available as an option
for your BMW. Please co mply with the precau-
tions included with the installation instructions.
Loading roof-mounted luggage rack
Because roof racks raise the vehicle's center of
gravity when loaded, they have a major effect on
its handling and steering response. You should
therefore always remember not to exceed the
approved roof load capacity, the approved
gross vehicle weight or the axle weights when
loading the rack.
You can find the specified weights under
Weights on page 289.
The load on the roof must be evenly distributed
and must not extend outward beyond the limits
of the loading surface. Always stow the heaviest
pieces on the bottom. Be sure that adequate
clearance is maintained for raising the glass
sunroof
*/panorama glass sunroof* and that
objects do not project into the opening path of
the liftgate.
Secure roof-mounted cargo correctly and
securely to prevent it fr om shifting or falling off
during the trip.
Drive smoothly. Avoid su dden acceleration and
braking maneuvers. Take corners gently.

Technical data
288
BMW X6
All dimensions given in inches/mm.
Smallest turning circle diam.: 42.0 ft/12.8 m
Height with roof rack
*: 66.9 in/1,699 mm
With mixed tires
* the vehicle width may exceed the specified dimension.

Reference 305
At a glance
Controls
Driving tips
Communications
Navigation
Entertainment
Mobility
Interior rearview mirror58
– automatic dimming
feature 58
– compass 124
Intermittent mode of the
wipers 74
J
Jacking points 276
Joystick
– refer to iDrive 16
– refer to Selector lever,
selecting transmission
positions 70
Jump starting 280
K
Keyless-Go, refer to Comfort
access 39
Keyless opening and closing,
refer to Comfort access 39
Key Memory, refer to Personal Profile 28
"Keypad" 230
Keys 28
– key-related settings, refer to
Personal Profile 28
Kick-down, automatic transmission with
Steptronic 71
Knock control 245
L
Lamps, refer to Parking lamps/
low beams 110
Lamps and bulbs 269
"Language / Units" 89,90
– for navigation 149
"Language" for DVD system in rear 208,209
"Languages" 90
– for navigation 149,165
Lashing eyes, refer to
Securing cargo 143
Last destinations, refer to Destination list 157 "Last seat pos."
51
LATCH child restraint fixing
system 62
Leather care 267
LEDs light-emitting
diodes 270
Length, refer to Dimensions 287
License plate lamp, replacing bulbs 272,275
Liftgate 33,35
– adjusting opening height 34,36, 37
– automatic operation 34,37
– closing 34,37
– locking and unlocking from
inside 32
– opening from inside 33,36
– opening from outside 33,36
– opening manually 33,36
Light-emitting diodes LEDs 270
Lighter 129
Lighter socket 129
"Lighting" 73,111
Lighting
– instruments 113
– lamps and bulbs 269
– of the vehicle, refer to Lamps 110
Light switch 110
"Limit" 87
Load 141
Loadin

g141
– securing cargo 143
– stowing cargo 142
– vehicle 141
Load securing equipment, refer to Securing cargo 143
"Lock after driving" 33
Lock buttons in the doors, refer to Locking 33
Locking
– from inside 32
– setting confirmation signals 31
– using remote control 29
– without key, refer to Comfort access 39 Locking and unlocking doors
– from inside
32
– setting confirmation signals 31
Locking without key, refer to
Comfort access 39
Low beams 110
– automatic 110
Lower back support, refer to Lumbar support 50
Lows, refer to Treble and
bass 175
Lug bolts 276
– tightening torque, refer to After mounting 277
– wrench 276
Luggage compartment capacity, refer to Cargo bay
capacity 289
Luggage rack, refer to Roof- mounted luggage rack 143
Lumbar support 50
M
M+S tires, refer to Winter
tires 257
"Main menu" for DVD system
in rear 209
Maintenance
– refer to Service and
Warranty Information
Booklet for US models 263
– refer to Service
requirements 82
– refer to Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for
Canadian models 263
Maintenance system 263
Malfunction
– door lock 32
– driver's door 32
– fuel filler door 244
– glass sunroof, electric 46
– liftgate 33
– panorama glass sunroof 44
– parking brake 69

Reference 309
At a glance
Controls
Driving tips
Communications
Navigation
Entertainment
Mobility
"Redial" for mobile phone228
Reflectors, refer to Tail
lamps 270,273
Refueling 244
Releasing
– hood 258
– refer to Unlocking 40
"Relock door if not
opened" 32
Remaining distance, refer to Cruising range 80
Remaining distance to destination, refer to
Computer 80
Remote control 28
– comfort access 39
– DVD system in rear 205
– garage door opener 123
– liftgate 30
– malfunction 31,41
– replacing battery 41
Removing condensation on
the windows 116
"Repeat directory"
– for DVD system in
rear 210,212
– in audio mode 190
"Repeat" for DVD system in
rear 211
"Repeat track"
– for DVD system in
rear 210,212
– in audio mode 190
Replacement fuses 278
Replacement of tires 256
– changing wheels 275
– new wheels and tires 256
Replacing bulbs, refer to Lamps and bulbs 269
Replacing wheels/tires, refer
to New wheels and tires 256
Replacing wiper blades 269
Reporting an accident, refer to
Initiating an emergency
request 279
Reporting safety defects 7
Reserve warning, refer to Fuel gauge 80 "Reset"
101,103
– DVD changer 196
– DVD system in rear 209
– the stopwatch 87
– tone settings 177
Reset, refer to Resetting tone settings 177
Residual heat 118
R

estraint systems
– for children 61
– refer to Safety belts 54
Retreaded tires 256
"Return"
– DVD changer 197
– DVD system in rear 209
Reverse
– CD changer 190
– CD player 190
– DVD changer 195
Reverse gear, automatic transmission with
Steptronic 71
Road map 164
"Roadside Assistance" 236
Roadside Assistance 280
Roadside assistance 236
Roadside parking lamps 112
Roller sun blinds 126
Roll-up cover 130
Roof load capacity 289
Roof-mounted luggage
rack 143
Rope, refer to Tow-starting and towing 281
Rotary pushbutto n, refer to
iDrive 16
Route 160
– changing 166
– displaying 163
– displaying arrow display 163
– displaying map view 164
– displaying roads and towns/ cities 164
– displaying towns/cities 164
– list 164
– selecting 160
– selecting criteria 160RSC Runflat System
Component, refer to Run-
flat tires 256
Runflat System Component RSC, refer to Run-Flat
Tires 256
Run-flat tires 256
– continuing driving with a
damaged tire 101,103
– flat tire 101,103
– new wheels and tires 256
– tire inflation pressure 101,103 ,249
– tire replacement 256
S
Safety5
Safety belts 54
– damage 55
– sitting safely 48
– warning lamp 55
Safety belt tensioners
– refer to Airbags 105
– refer to Safety belts 54
Safety systems
– ABS Antilock Brake System 96
– airbags 105
– driving stability control systems 96
– DSC Dynamic Stability Control 96
– safety belts 54
Safety tires, refer to Run-flat tires 256
"SAT" 175,184
Satellite radio 184
– displaying additional information 185
– enabling 184
– selecting channel 185
– storing channel 185
"Scan"
– for DVD system in rear 211
– sampling stations in radio
mode 179

Everything from A to Z
310
Scan
– CD changer
189
– CD player 189
– radio 179
"Scan all"
– for DVD system in rear 212
– in audio mode 189
"Scan directory"
– for DVD system in rear 212
– in audio mode 189
Screen, refer to iDrive 16
Screw thread for tow fitting 281
SDARS, refer to Satellite radio 184
"Seat heater distribution" 56
Seat heating 55,56
Seats 49
– adjusting 49
– adjusting electrically 49
– adjusting manually 49
– backrest width 50
– heating 55,56
– in rear 53
– lumbar support 50
– memory, refer to Seat, mirror and steering wheel
memory 50
– 2nd row seats 53
– shoulder support 50
– sitting safely 48
– storing the setting 50
– thigh support 49,50
– 3rd row seats 54
– ventilation, refer to Active seat ventilation and Seat
heating 56
2nd row seats 53
Securing load
– refer to Securing cargo 143
– with ski bag, refer to Securing cargo 134
"Select as
destination" 156,239
"Select current speed" 87
Selecting audio source 174
Selecting country for navigation 151 Selecting frequency
manually 179
Selecting menu items 19
Selecting new scale for navigation 164
Selector lever, automatic transmission with
Steptronic 70
Selector lever lock, refer to Reverse gear 71
Self-leve
ling suspension 100
Service, refer to Roadside Assistance 280
Service and Warranty Information Booklet for
US models 263
"Service Info" 83,237
Service interval indicator, refer to Service requirements 82
"Service Request" 230,237
"Service requirements" 83,237, 261
Service requirements 82
– also refer to CBS Condition Based Service 263
"SET"
– DVD changer 195
– rear seat entertainment 207
"Set" on trip computer 82
"Settings" 241
– when unlocking 30
Settings
– changing on Control Display 88
– clock, 12h/24h mode 89
– configuring, refer to Personal Profile 28
Setting speed limit 87
Setting time, refer to Preselecting activation
times 122
Shifting, automatic transmission with
Steptronic 71
Shift paddles 71
Short commands of voice
activation system 291
Shortest route in navigation, refer to Selecting route 160"Short route" in
navigation 160
Shoulder support 50
"Show current position" 155
"Show destination
position" 155
Shuffled, refer to Random
– CD changer 190
– CD player 190
Side airbags 105
Side marker lamps, replacing
bulbs 270
Signal horn, refer to Horn 10
Sitting safely 48
– with airbags 48
– with head restraint 48
– with safety belts 48
Ski bag 134
Slide show, refer
to Displaying
images 212
Sliding/tilt sunroof
– refer to Glass sunroof,
electric 45
– refer to Panorama glass sunroof 42
Slope assistant, refer to Starting assistant 99
Smokers' package, refer to
Ashtray 128
Snap-in adapter 233
Snow chains 257
Socket for Onboard Diagnostics interface 264
Socket for remote control,
refer to Ignition lock 65
Sockets, refer to Connecting electrical devices 129
Soft closure aid, refer to Automatic soft closing 33
Song search, refer to
Sampling tracks 189
SOS, refer to Initiating an emergency request 279
Spare fuses 278
Spare remote control 28
Spare wheel
– refer to Changing wheels 275
– refer to Compact wheel 275