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system being operated, the system is generally
compatible with the Universal Garage Door
Opener.
Vehicle equipment
This 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 sys‐
tems.
If you have any questions, please contact:
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Your service center.
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Controls on the interior rearview mirror
Universal Garage Door
Opener
The concept
The Universal Garage Door Opener can be used
to operate up to 3 functions in remote-control‐
led systems, such as garage door drives or light‐
ingsystems. TheUniversalGarageDoorOpener
replaces up to 3 different hand-held transmit‐
ters. To operate it, the buttons on the interior
rearview mirror must be programmed for the de‐
sired functions. The hand-held transmitter for
the system is needed for the programming pro‐
cedure.
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2
3
LED
Buttons
Hand-held transmitter, required for pro‐
gramming.
During programming
Programming
During programming and before activat‐
ing a device using the Universal Garage Door
Opener, ensure that there are no people, ani‐
mals, or objects in the range of movement of the
remote-controlled device; otherwise, there is a
risk of injury or damage.
General information
1. Switch on the ignition.
2. Initial setup:
Press the right and left buttons on the inte‐
rior rearview mirror simultaneously for ap‐
prox. 20 seconds until the LED on the inte‐
rior rearview mirror begins to flash. All
programmed settings of the buttons on the
interior rearview mirror are deleted.
Also follow the safety instructions of the hand-
held transmitter.◀
Before selling the vehicle, delete the stored
functions for security reasons.
3. Hold the hand-held transmitter of the sys‐
tem to be operated a distance of approx. 1
to 3 in/2.5 to 8 cm away from the buttons on
the interior rearview mirror. The required
Compatibility
If this symbol is printed on the packaging
or in the operating instructions of the
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distance depends on the particular hand-
held transmitter.
Synchronization:
1. Park the vehicle within range of the remote-
controlled system.
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.
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.
5. When the LED flashes more rapidly, release
both buttons. Rapid flashing indicates that
the button on the interior rearview mirror has
been programmed.
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 synchro‐
nization procedure. When synchronization
is completed, the programmed function is
executed.
If the LED does not flash faster after 60 sec‐
onds, change the distance between the in‐
terior rearview mirror and the hand-held
transmitter and repeat the step. Multiple tri‐
als at different distances may be necessary.
Wait at least 15 seconds between trials.
Reprogramming individual buttons
1. Switch on the ignition.
6. To program additional functions on other
buttons, repeat steps 3 to 5.
2. Hold the hand-held transmitter at a distance
of approx. 1 to 3 in/2.5 to 8 cm from the
memory buttons.
The systems can be operated with the buttons
on the interior rearview mirror.
The required distance depends on the par‐
ticular hand-held transmitter.
Special characteristics of alternating-
code radio systems
If the system cannot be operated after repeated
programming, check whether the system to be
operated uses an alternating-code system.
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.
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 repeats itself for ap‐
prox. 20 seconds.
5. Release both buttons when the LED flashes
rapidly.
If the LED does not flash rapidly after approx.
60 seconds, change the distance and repeat
the step.
Canada: if the LED does not flash rapidly af‐
ter approx. 60 seconds, change the distance
and repeat the step. If programming was
aborted by the hand-held transmitter, hold
down the memory button and press and re‐
lease the button on the hand-held transmit‐
ter several times for 2 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.
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The display shows you the main or secondary
compass direction in which you are driving.
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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 move‐
ment of the system; otherwise, there is a risk of
injury or damage.
Operating concept
Various functions can be called up by pressing
the adjustment button with a pointed object
such as a pen. The following adjustment options
are displayed one after the other, depending on
how long the adjustment button is pressed:
Also follow the safety instructions of the hand-
held transmitter.◀
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Press briefly: switch the display on/off.
3 to 6 seconds: set the compass zone.
6 to 9 seconds: calibrate the compass.
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 continu‐
ously while the radio signal is being transmitted.
9 to 12 seconds: set left-hand/right hand
steering.
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12 to 15 seconds: set the language.
Setting compass zones
Set the compass zone corresponding to the ve‐
hicle's geographic location so that the compass
can function correctly; refer to the world map
with compass zones.
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 can‐
not be deleted individually.
Digital compass
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2
Adjustment button
Display
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Press the adjustment button for 3‑4 seconds.
The number of the compass zone set is shown
in the display.
2. Set the currently valid compass zone.
3. Press the adjustment button for 6‑7 sec‐
onds to call up C. Then drive at least one full
circle at a maximum speed of 4 mph/7 km/h.
When the system is calibrated, the C is re‐
placed by the compass directions.
To change the zone setting, briefly press the
adjustment button repeatedly until the display
shows the number of the compass zone corre‐
sponding to the current location.
Right-hand/left-hand steering
The digital compass is set for right-hand or left-
hand steering at the factory.
The compass is operational again after approx.
10 seconds.
Calibrating the digital compass
The digital compass must be calibrated in the
following situations:
Setting the language
Press the adjustment button for 12‑13 seconds.
Briefly press the adjustment button again to
switch between English "E" and German "O".
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An incorrect compass direction is shown.
The cardinal direction displayed does not
change even if the direction of travel
changes.
The setting is automatically saved after approx.
10 seconds.
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Not all compass directions are shown.
Procedure
1. Make sure that there are no large metal ob‐
jects or overhead power lines in the vicinity
of the vehicle and that there is enough space
to drive in a circle.
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Lighter
Ashtray/cigarette lighter
Opening
Front
With the engine running or the ignition switched
on, press in the cigarette lighter.
The lighter can be removed as soon as it pops
back out.
To open the cover, slide it forward.
Danger of burns
Only hold the hot lighter by its head; oth‐
erwise, there is the danger of getting burned.
Rear
BMW X6
Switch off the ignition and take the remote con‐
trol with you when leaving the vehicle so that
children cannot use the lighter and burn them‐
selves.◀
Connecting electrical devices
Note
Do not connect the charger to the socket
Slide the cover back.
Do not connect the battery charger to the
socket installed in the vehicle at the factory as
this could damage the vehicle.◀
Emptying
Take out the insert.
Sockets
The lighter socket can be used as a socket for
electrical equipment while the engine is running
or when the ignition is switched on. The total
load of all sockets must not exceed 140 watt at
12 volt.
Avoid damaging the sockets by attempting to
insert plugs of unsuitable shape or size.
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Front center console
In cargo area
Slide the cover forward.
To access the socket: fold open the cover.
To access the socket: remove the cap or pull out
the cigarette lighter.
BMW X6: in the rear console
Rear center console
Slide the cover back.
To access the socket: pull off the cover.
The arrangement of the sockets may vary with
the equipment.
Cargo area
To access the sockets: remove the caps.
BMW X5: luggage compartment roller
cover
In storage compartment under center
armrest
Pull out the luggage compartment roller cover
and hook it into the brackets.
To access the socket: remove the cover.
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Do not deposit heavy objects
3. Push the case forward at the ends until it
engages in the two side brackets.
Do not deposit heavy or hard objects on
the luggage compartment roller cover. Other‐
wise, they may present a danger to occupants,
forꢀinstance during braking and evasive maneu‐
vers.◀
4. Check whether the case is properly locked
in place by pulling it with a sudden move‐
ment.
BMW X6: cargo cover
Do not let the luggage area retractable
cover snap back
Do not let the luggage compartment retractable
cover snap back as this could damage the
cover.◀
Removing
1. Unlock the case with the button, arrow 1.
Deploy cargo cover by pulling back.
Do not deposit heavy objects
Do not deposit heavy or hard objects on
the cargo cover. Otherwise, they may present a
danger to occupants, forꢀinstance during braking
and evasive maneuvers.◀
Removing
2. Swing the case somewhat to the left, ar‐
row 2, and remove it.
Installing
When installing, proceed in the opposite order
of removal.
1. Grasp retracted cargo cover underneath the
upper fold on both sides.
2. Pull the cover back out of the side brackets.
3. Depending on your vehicle's equipment
package, you can store the cover under the
floor panel in the cargo area.
1. Lay the case on the left-hand side and push
it forward, arrow 1.
2. Swing the case toward the inside, see ar‐
row 2.
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Locking the backrest
Before letting passengers ride in the rear,
engage the seat backrests, locking them in
place. Otherwise, there is the danger of an ac‐
cident due to unexpected seat movement.◀
Ensure that the lock is securely engaged
When folding back the backrest, be sure
that it locks in place securely. The red warning
field in the control display disappears. If it is not
properly engaged, transported cargo could en‐
ter the passenger compartment during braking
or evasive maneuvers and endanger the vehicle
occupants.◀
Installing
When installing, proceed in the opposite order
of removal.
1. Set the cargo cover into place on the left and
right sides.
Observe the instructions concerning the
safety belt
2. Lift the back of the cover slightly and slide
forward until it snaps into the two side brack‐
ets.
Observe the instructions concerning the safety
belt, refer to page 53. Otherwise, personal pro‐
tection may be compromised.◀
Enlarging the cargo area
The rear seat backrest is divided. You can fold
down both sides separately in order to expand
the cargo area.
BMW X6: before folding the rear seat
backrest forward
Before folding the rear seat backrest forward or
using the ski bag, remove beverage containers
from the cupholder and close the cupholder.◀
Reach into the recess and pull toward the front.
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