BMW X5 2007-2013 - Mobility

Mobility

In order to always ensure your mobility, you will

find important information on operating fluids,

wheels and tires, maintenance and Roadside

Assistance in the following.

Mobility

Refueling

Vehicle equipment

Fuel cap

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.

Opening

1. Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler

flap.

General information

Refuel promptly

At the latest, refuel at a range of

30 miles/50 km; otherwise, the engine function

is not ensured and damage may occur.◀

2. Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise.

3. Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached to

the fuel filler flap.

For Diesel engines

The filler neck is designed for refueling at diesel

fuel pumps.

Closing

1. Fit the fuel cap and turn it clockwise until you

clearly hear a click.

2. Close the fuel filler flap.

Notes

Do not pinch the retaining strap

Do not pinch the retaining strap attached

to the cap; otherwise, the cap cannot be closed

properly and fuel vapors can escape.◀

Switch off the engine before refueling

Always switch off the engine before refu‐

eling; otherwise, fuel cannot be added to the

tank and a message will be displayed.◀

A message is displayed if the cap is loose or

missing.

Observe when handling fuel

▷

Take all precautionary measures and

observe all applicable regulations

when handling fuel.

Manually unlocking fuel filler flap

In the event of a malfunction, the fuel filler flap

can be released manually:

▷

Do not carry any spare fuel containers in

your vehicle. They can develop a leak and

cause an explosion or cause a fire in the

event of an accident.◀

1. Open the right-hand side panel in the cargo

area.

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2. Pull the knob with the gas pump symbol.

Observe the following when

refueling

When refueling, insert the filler nozzle com‐

pletely into the filler pipe. Lifting up the fuel

pump nozzle during refueling causes:

▷

Premature pump shutoff.

Reduced efficiency in the fuel-vapor recov‐

ery system.

The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks

off the first time.

Do not overfill the fuel tank

Do not overfill the fuel tank; otherwise, es‐

caping fuel may harm the environment or dam‐

age the vehicle.◀

Handling fuels

Follow the safety instructions provided at

gas stations; otherwise, there is a danger of per‐

sonal injury and property damage.◀

Fuel tank capacity

Approx. 22.5 US gallons/85 liters, including the

reserve capacity of approx. 2.1 US gallons/8 li‐

ters.

X5 xDrive50i/X6 xDrive50i: reserve capacity of

approx. 3.2 gallons/12 liters.

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Fuel

The engine is knock controlled. Therefore, you

can refuel with different gasoline qualities.

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.

Recommended fuel quality

BMW recommends AKI 91.

Minimum fuel grade

BMW recommends AKI 89.

Minimum fuel grade

Do not fill up with fuel below the specified

minimum quality; otherwise, the engine may not

run properly.◀

Fuel quality

If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI Rat‐

ing, the engine may produce knocking sounds

when starting at high outside temperatures.

This has no effect on the engine life.

Gasoline

For the best fuel economy, the gasoline should

be sulfur-free or very low in sulfur content.

Do not use fuels that are labeled at the fuel pump

as containing metals.

Minimum fuel grade

The use of poor-quality fuels may result in

harmful engine deposits or damage. Addition‐

ally, problems relating to drivability, starting and

stalling, especially under certain environmental

conditions such as high ambient temperature

and high altitude, may occur.

Only refuel with lead-free gasoline without

metal additives

Do not refuel with leaded gasoline or gasoline

with metal additives, e. g., manganese or iron;

otherwise, the catalytic converter and other

components will be permanently damaged.◀

If drivability problems are encountered, we rec‐

ommend switching to a high quality gasoline

brand and a higher octane grade — AKI number

— for a few tank fills. To avoid harmful engine

deposits, it is highly recommended to purchase

gasoline from BP or Top Tier retailers.

Fuels with a maximum ethanol content of 10 %,

i.e., E10, may be used for refueling.

The ethanol should fulfill the following quality

standards:

US: ASTM 4806–xx

Failure to comply with these recommendations

may result in the need for unscheduled mainte‐

nance.◀

CAN: CGSB-3.511–xx

xx: always adhere to the currently applicable

standard.

Do not refuel with ethanol E85

Diesel

Do not refuel with E85, i.e., fuel with an

ethanol content of 85 %, or with Flex Fuel, as this

would damage the engine and fuel supply sys‐

tem.◀

Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel

The engine of your BMW is designed for diesel

with a low sulfur content:

Ultra-low sulfur diesel ASTM D 975-xx.

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xx: always adhere to the currently applicable

standard.

BMW X5 with BMW Advanced

Diesel

Only refuel with ultra-low sulfur diesel.

The concept

The percentage of biodiesel in the fuel

must not exceed 5%, referred to as B5. Do not

refuel with gasoline. If the vehicle has been re‐

fueled with incorrect fuel such as gasoline, do

not start the engine; otherwise, there is a danger

of engine damage.◀

BMW Advanced Diesel reduces nitrogen oxides

in the diesel exhaust of your vehicle by injecting

the reducing agent diesel exhaust fluid into the

exhaust line. In the catalytic converter, a chem‐

ical reaction occurs that minimizes nitrogen ox‐

ides.

If you added the wrong fuel, contact the service

center.

In order to be able to start the engine in the usual

way, there must be a sufficient supply of diesel

exhaust fluid in the separate reservoir.

If the nozzle cannot be inserted into the fuel filler

pipe of your BMW, please check to make sure

that you are refueling with a diesel fuel pump and

whether this is equipped with a diesel nozzle.

System heating

In order to bring the system to operating tem‐

perature after a cold start of the engine, the au‐

tomatic transmission shifts into the next higher

gear at a later point.

In the event the Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel fuel can‐

not be fully inserted into the fuel filler neck,

please contact BMW Roadside Assistance for

instructions on how to add fuel. For more infor‐

mation on BMW Roadside Assistance, refer to

page 301.

Reserve display

A display in the instrument panel informs you

about the remaining distance can be covered

with the amount of fuel currently in the tank.

Winter diesel

To ensure that the diesel engine remains op‐

erational in the winter, use winter diesel.

It is available at gas stations during winter

months.

The standard fuel filter heating prevents the

supply of fuel from stalling during driving.

Do not use diesel additives

Do not use additives, including gasoline;

otherwise, engine damage may occur.◀

The reserve display appears approx.

1,000 miles/1,600 km before the tank is empty.

As soon as the reserve display has appeared in

the instrument panel, have the diesel exhaust

fluid refilled to prevent the engine from being

unable to restart.

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Fuel

Diesel exhaust fluid at minimum

Diesel exhaust fluid at low

temperatures

Due to its physical properties, it may be neces‐

sary to replenish the level of diesel exhaust fluid

at temperatures below +23 ℉/ -5 ℃, even be‐

tween the regular maintenance dates.

If the fluid needs to be refilled, this will be indi‐

cated with the reserve display in the instrument

cluster, refer to page 265.

Only refill the diesel exhaust fluid

yourself in exceptional circumstances

To be able to reach the nearest service center

with your vehicle, you may refill the diesel ex‐

haust fluid yourself, making sure to heed the

warning notices specified below.

Even with a display of -- mls, the engine will con‐

tinue to run, provided that it is not switched off,

and all other operating requirements are met,

e.g. sufficient fuel.

No engine start

Do not drive until the displayed remaining

distance runs out. Otherwise, it may not be pos‐

sible to restart the engine.◀

Handling diesel exhaust fluid

Do not allow diesel exhaust fluid to come

into contact with you. This can lead to skin and

eye irritation. Wear protective goggles and

gloves as needed. Follow the safety instructions

on the bottle. When opening the bottle or res‐

ervoir, pungent smelling vapors can escape. Be‐

fore refilling, close the vehicle completely so

that the vapors do not get into the interior of the

vehicle. When handling diesel exhaust fluid in

enclosed spaces, make sure to have sufficient

ventilation. After handling diesel exhaust fluid,

wash hands thoroughly. Failure to do so may

lead to irritation, for instance, due to inadvertent

contact with the eyes. If eye irritation occurs,

immediately rinse eyes with ample water and

contact a doctor if necessary. If diesel exhaust

fluid comes into contact with surfaces of your

vehicle, rinse the affected surfaces with water or

else damage may occur. Keep diesel exhaust

fluid out of reach of children.◀

Incorrect fueling

The warning lamp lights up:

The reservoir has been filled with an in‐

correct fluid.

Please contact your service center.

Have diesel exhaust fluid refilled

This exhaust fluid is refilled by your service cen‐

ter during regular maintenance. If you adhere to

this maintenance schedule, it is usually not nec‐

essary to refill any fluids between the mainte‐

nance dates.

Under certain circumstances, for example, due

to a particularly sporty driving style or operation

of the vehicle at high altitudes, it may be neces‐

sary to refill fluids between maintenance dates.

As soon as the reserve display has appeared in

the instrument panel, have the diesel exhaust

fluid refilled to prevent the engine from being

unable to restart.

Suitable diesel exhaust fluid

▷

Preferred: BMW Diesel Exhaust Fluid. This

bottle and its special adapter permit con‐

venient refilling with diesel exhaust fluid.

You can have the fluid refilled by a service cen‐

ter.

▷

Alternative: NOx reduction agent AUS 32

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Diesel exhaust fluid can be obtained from your

service center.

The reservoir of the vehicle is filled.

Refilling quantity

Refilling quantity at the start of the reserve dis‐

play:

Approx. 0.75 gallons/2.7 liters

Open reservoir for diesel exhaust fluid

1. Open the hood, refer to page 282.

3. The reservoir is full when the fill level in the

bottle stops changing. It is not possible to

overfill.

2. Fit the releasing tool from the tool kit, refer

to page 288, into place and open the lock,

see arrow.

Pull bottle back, refer to arrow, and unscrew

it.

Refilling BMW diesel exhaust fluid

1. Set bottle into place and rotate until it comes

into contact with the stop, refer to arrow.

Closing reservoir

After the reservoir is filled, close it again with the

releasing tool.

After refilling diesel exhaust fluid

Incorrect fluid

Incorrect fluids

After refilling with the incorrect fluid, e.g.,

antifreeze for windshield wiper fluid, do not start

the engine because this could result in a fire

hazard.◀

2. Press bottle down, refer to arrow.

Contact your service center.

Bottle disposal

Diesel exhaust fluid bottles can be dis‐

posed of by your service center.

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Fuel

Only dispose of empty bottles in your household

garbage if the local legal regulations permit it.

Reserve display

After refilling, the reserve continues to appear

after the engine is restarted. After the vehicle

has been driven for a few more minutes, this

display will disappear.

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Wheels and tires

Mobility

Wheels and tires

Do not drive with depressurized or flat tires, ex‐

cept for run-flat tires. A flat tire will seriously im‐

pair your vehicle's handling and braking re‐

sponse. Attempts to drive on a flat tire can lead

to a loss of control over the vehicle.◀

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.

After adjusting the tire inflation pressure, reset

the Tire Pressure Monitor, refer to page 97, or

reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor, refer to

page 95.

Pressure specifications

The tables below provide all the correct inflation

pressures for the specified tire sizes at ambient

temperature.

Tire inflation pressure

Safety information

The inflation pressures apply to the tire sizes

approved and tire brands recommended by

BMW; a list of these is available from your serv‐

ice center.

It is not merely the tires' service life, but also

driving comfort and, to a great extent, driving

safety that depend on the condition of the tires

and the maintenance of the specified tire pres‐

sure.

For correct identification of the right tire inflation

pressures, observe the following:

Checking the pressure

▷

Tire sizes of your vehicle.

Only check the tire inflation pressure when the

tires are cold. This means after a maximum of

1.25 miles/2 km driving or when the vehicle has

been parked for at least 2 hours. When the tires

are warm, the tire inflation pressure is higher.

Maximum allowable driving speed.

Tire inflation pressures for driving up to

100 mph or 160 km/h

For normal driving up to 100 mph/160 km/h, ad‐

just pressures to the respective tire inflation

pressures listed on the following pages in the

column for traveling speeds up to 100 mph/

160 km/h to achieve optimum driving comfort.

Check the tire inflation pressure regularly

and correct it if necessary, even in the compact

wheel: usually twice monthly or before embark‐

ing on a long trip. If you fail to observe this pre‐

caution, you may be driving on tires with incor‐

rect tire pressures, a condition that may not only

compromise your vehicle's driving stability, but

also lead to tire damage and the risk of an acci‐

dent.

These tire inflation pressures can also be found

on the driver's side door pillar when the driver's

door is open.

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Wheels and tires

Tire inflation pressures for driving

above 100 mph or 160 km/h

Adjust the tire inflation pressures

To drive at maximum speeds in excess of

100 mph/160 km/h, adjust pressures to the re‐

spective tire inflation pressures listed on the fol‐

lowing pages in the column for traveling speeds

including those exceeding 100 mph or 160 km/

h. Otherwise, tire damage and accidents could

occur.◀

Do not exceed the maximum permissible

speed

Observe all national and local maximum speed

limits; otherwise, violations of the laws could oc‐

cur.

The maximum permissible speed for these tire

pressures is 100 mph/160 km/h Do not exceed

this speed; otherwise, tire damage and acci‐

dents could occur.◀

Tire inflation pressures X5 xDrive35i/X5 xDrive35d with two rows of seats

Tire size

Pressure specifications in bar/PSI

Traveling speeds of up to

100 mph/160 km/h

Traveling speeds including

those exceeding 100 mph/

160 km/h

All pressure specifications in the table

are indicated in bar/PSI with cold tires.

Cold = ambient temperature

Compact wheel:

Speeds of up to 50 mph/80 km/h

4.2/60

T 155/90 D 18 113 M

T 155/80 R 19 114 M

Without Sport Package:

255/55 R 18 109 H M+S XL A/S RSC 2.2/32

255/55 R 18 109 H M+S XL RSC

2.5/36

2.6/38

2.4/35

2.8/41

2.9/42

255/50 R 19 107 H M+S XL A/S RSC 2.2/32

255/50 R 19 107 H M+S XL RSC

Front: 255/50 R 19 107 V XL RSC

Rear: 285/45 R 19 111 V XL RSC

2.2/32

-

2.4/35

-

2.4/35

2.6/38

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Tire size

Pressure specifications in bar/PSI

Front: 275/40 R 20 106 W XL RSC

Rear: 315/35 R 20 110 W XL RSC

2.3/33

-

2.4/35

-

2.4/35

2.6/38

Front: 285/35 R 21 105 W XL RSC

Rear: 325/30 R 21 108 W XL RSC

2.3/33

-

2.5/36

-

2.6/38

2.8/41

Front: 275/40 R 20 106 V M+S XL RSC 2.3/33

Rear: 315/35 R 20 110 V M+S XL RSC -

-

2.4/35

-

2.4/35

2.7/39

With Sport Package:

255/55 R 18 109 H M+S XL RSC

255/50 R 19 107 H M+S XL RSC

2.2/32

2.5/36

2.6/38

2.4/35

2.8/41

2.9/42

Front: 255/50 R 19 107 V XL RSC

Rear: 285/45 R 19 111 V XL RSC

2.2/32

-

2.7/39

-

2.4/35

2.9/42

Front: 275/40 R 20 106 W XL RSC

Rear: 315/35 R 20 110 W XL RSC

2.3/33

-

2.6/38

-

2.4/35

2.8/41

Front: 285/35 R 21 105 W XL RSC

Rear: 325/30 R 21 108 W XL RSC

2.3/33

-

2.6/38

-

2.6/38

3.1/45

Front: 275/40 R 20 106 V M+S XL RSC 2.3/33

Rear: 315/35 R 20 110 V M+S XL RSC -

-

2.7/39

-

2.4/35

3.0/44

Tire inflation pressures X5 xDrive50i with two rows of seats

Tire size

Pressure specifications in bar/PSI

Traveling speeds of up to

100 mph/160 km/h

Traveling speeds including

those exceeding 100 mph/

160 km/h

All pressure specifications in the table

are indicated in bar/PSI with cold tires.

Cold = ambient temperature

Compact wheel:

Speeds of up to 50 mph/80 km/h

4.2/60

T 155/90 D 18 113 M

T 155/80 R 19 114 M

Without Sport Package:

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Tire size

Pressure specifications in bar/PSI

255/55 R 18 109 H M+S XL A/S RSC 2.2/32

255/55 R 18 109 H M+S XL RSC

2.5/36

2.4/35

2.8/41

3.0/44

255/50 R 19 107 H M+S XL A/S RSC 2.2/32

255/50 R 19 107 H M+S XL RSC

2.7/39

2.5/36

Front: 255/50 R 19 107 W XL RSC

Rear: 285/45 R 19 111 W XL RSC

2.2/32

-

2.5/36

-

2.4/35

2.6/38

Front: 275/40 R 20 106 W XL RSC

Rear: 315/35 R 20 110 W XL RSC

2.3/33

-

2.4/35

-

2.5/36

2.7/39

Front: 285/35 R 21 105 Y XL RSC

Rear: 325/30 R 21 108 Y XL RSC

2.3/33

-

2.5/36

-

2.7/39

2.8/41

Front: 275/40 R 20 106 V M+S XL RSC 2.3/33

Rear: 315/35 R 20 110 V M+S XL RSC -

-

2.4/35

-

2.5/36

2.7/39

With Sport Package:

255/55 R 18 109 H M+S XL RSC

255/50 R 19 107 H M+S XL RSC

2.2/32

2.5/36

2.7/39

2.4/35

2.5/36

2.8/41

3.0/44

Front: 255/50 R 19 107 W XL RSC

Rear: 285/45 R 19 111 W XL RSC

2.2/32

-

2.8/41

-

2.4/35

3.1/45

Front: 275/40 R 20 106 W XL RSC

Rear: 315/35 R 20 110 W XL RSC

2.3/33

-

2.9/42

-

2.5/36

3.2/46

Front: 285/35 R 21 105 Y XL RSC

Rear: 325/30 R 21 108 Y XL RSC

2.3/33

-

2.6/38

-

2.7/39

3.1/45

Front: 275/40 R 20 106 V M+S XL RSC 2.3/33

Rear: 315/35 R 20 110 V M+S XL RSC -

-

2.9/42

-

2.5/36

3.2/46

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Tire inflation pressures X5 xDrive35i/X5 xDrive35d with three rows of seats

Tire size

Pressure specifications in bar/PSI

Traveling speeds of up to

100 mph/160 km/h

Traveling speeds including

those exceeding 100 mph/

160 km/h

All pressure specifications in the table

are indicated in bar/PSI with cold tires.

Cold = ambient temperature

Without Sport Package:

255/55 R 18 109 H M+S XL A/S RSC 2.3/33

255/55 R 18 109 H M+S XL RSC

2.8/41

3.0/44

2.6/38

2.8/41

3.1/45

3.3/48

255/50 R 19 107 H M+S XL A/S RSC 2.5/36

255/50 R 19 107 H M+S XL RSC

Front: 255/50 R 19 107 V XL RSC

Rear: 285/45 R 19 111 V XL RSC

2.2/32

-

2.4/35

-

2.6/38

2.9/42

Front: 275/40 R 20 106 W XL RSC

Rear: 315/35 R 20 110 W XL RSC

2.3/33

-

2.4/35

-

2.7/39

2.9/42

Front: 285/35 R 21 105 W XL RSC

Rear: 325/30 R 21 108 W XL RSC

2.4/35

-

2.6/38

-

2.9/42

3.1/45

Front: 275/40 R 20 106 V M+S XL RSC 2.3/33

Rear: 315/35 R 20 110 V M+S XL RSC -

-

2.4/35

-

2.7/39

2.9/42

With Sport Package:

255/55 R 18 109 H M+S XL RSC

255/50 R 19 107 H M+S XL RSC

2.3/33

2.5/36

2.8/41

3.0/44

2.6/38

2.8/41

3.1/45

3.3/48

Front: 255/50 R 19 107 V XL RSC

Rear: 285/45 R 19 111 V XL RSC

2.2/32

-

2.8/41

-

2.6/38

3.3/48

Front: 275/40 R 20 106 W XL RSC

Rear: 315/35 R 20 110 W XL RSC

2.3/33

-

2.8/41

-

2.7/39

3.3/48

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Tire size

Pressure specifications in bar/PSI

Front: 285/35 R 21 105 W XL RSC

Rear: 325/30 R 21 108 W XL RSC

2.4/35

-

2.9/42

-

2.9/42

3.4/49

Front: 275/40 R 20 106 V M+S XL RSC 2.3/33

Rear: 315/35 R 20 110 V M+S XL RSC -

-

2.8/41

-

2.7/39

3.3/48

Tire inflation pressures X5 xDrive50i with three rows of seats

Tire size

Pressure specifications in bar/PSI

Traveling speeds of up to

100 mph/160 km/h

Traveling speeds including

those exceeding 100 mph/

160 km/h

All pressure specifications in the table

are indicated in bar/PSI with cold tires.

Cold = ambient temperature

Without Sport Package:

255/55 R 18 109 H M+S XL A/S RSC 2.3/33

255/55 R 18 109 H M+S XL RSC

2.8/41

3.0/44

2.6/38

2.8/41

3.1/45

3.3/48

255/50 R 19 107 H M+S XL A/S RSC 2.5/36

255/50 R 19 107 H M+S XL RSC

Front: 255/50 R 19 107 W XL RSC

Rear: 285/45 R 19 111 W XL RSC

2.2/32

-

2.4/35

-

2.6/38

2.9/42

Front: 275/40 R 20 106 W XL RSC

Rear: 315/35 R 20 110 W XL RSC

2.3/33

-

2.4/35

-

2.7/39

2.9/42

Front: 285/35 R 21 105 Y XL RSC

Rear: 325/30 R 21 108 Y XL RSC

2.4/35

-

2.6/38

-

2.9/42

3.1/45

Front: 275/40 R 20 106 V M+S XL RSC 2.3/33

Rear: 315/35 R 20 110 V M+S XL RSC -

-

2.4/35

-

2.7/39

2.9/42

With Sport Package:

255/55 R 18 109 H M+S XL RSC

255/50 R 19 107 H M+S XL RSC

2.3/33

2.5/36

2.8/41

3.0/44

2.6/38

2.8/41

3.1/45

3.3/48

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Tire size

Pressure specifications in bar/PSI

Front: 255/50 R 19 107 W XL RSC

Rear: 285/45 R 19 111 W XL RSC

2.2/32

-

2.8/41

-

2.6/38

3.3/48

Front: 275/40 R 20 106 W XL RSC

Rear: 315/35 R 20 110 W XL RSC

2.3/33

-

2.9/42

-

2.7/39

3.4/49

Front: 285/35 R 21 105 Y XL RSC

Rear: 325/30 R 21 108 Y XL RSC

2.4/35

-

2.8/41

-

2.9/42

3.2/46

Front: 275/40 R 20 106 V M+S XL RSC 2.3/33

Rear: 315/35 R 20 110 V M+S XL RSC -

-

2.9/42

-

2.7/39

3.4/49

Tire inflation pressure X6 xDrive35i

Tire size

Pressure specifications in bar/PSI

Traveling speeds of up to

100 mph/160 km/h

Traveling speeds including

those exceeding 100 mph/

160 km/h

All pressure specifications in the table

are indicated in bar/PSI with cold tires.

Cold = ambient temperature

255/50 R 19 107 H M+S XL A/S RSC 2.2/32

255/50 R 19 107 H M+S XL RSC

2.4/35

2.5/36

3.0/44

255/50 R 19 107 V M+S XL RSC

Front: 255/50 R 19 107 V XL RSC

Rear: 285/45 R 19 111 V XL RSC

2.2/32

-

2.5/36

-

2.2/32

2.6/38

Front: 275/40 R 20 106 W XL RSC

Rear: 315/35 R 20 110 W XL RSC

2.2/32

-

2.5/36

-

2.2/32

2.5/36

Front: 285/35 R 21 105 W XL RSC

Rear: 325/30 R 21 108 W XL RSC

2.2/32

-

2.6/38

-

2.3/33

2.7/39

Front: 275/40 R 20 106 V M+S XL RSC 2.2/32

Rear: 315/35 R 20 110 V M+S XL RSC -

-

2.5/36

-

2.2/32

2.7/39

Compact wheel:

Speeds of up to 50 mph/80 km/h

4.2/60

T 155/90 D 18 113 M

T 155/80 R 19 114 M

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Wheels and tires

Tire inflation pressures for X6 xDrive50i

Tire size

Pressure specifications in bar/PSI

Traveling speeds of up to

100 mph/160 km/h

Traveling speeds including

those exceeding 100 mph/

160 km/h

All pressure specifications in the table

are indicated in bar/PSI with cold tires.

Cold = ambient temperature

255/50 R 19 107 H M+S XL A/S RSC 2.3/33

255/50 R 19 107 H M+S XL RSC

2.5/36

2.8/41

3.0/44

255/50 R 19 107 V M+S XL RSC

Front: 255/50 R 19 107 W XL RSC

Rear: 285/45 R 19 111 W XL RSC

2.5/36

-

2.9/42

-

2.5/36

2.9/42

Front: 275/40 R 20 106 W XL RSC

Rear: 315/35 R 20 110 W XL RSC

2.5/36

-

3.0/44

-

2.5/36

3.0/44

Front: 285/35 R 21 105 W XL RSC

Rear: 325/30 R 21 108 W XL RSC

2.5/36

-

3.1/45

-

2.5/36

3.1/45

Front: 275/40 R 20 106 V M+S XL RSC 2.5/36

Rear: 315/35 R 20 110 V M+S XL RSC -

-

3.0/44

-

2.5/36

3.0/44

Compact wheel:

Speeds of up to 50 mph/80 km/h

4.2/60

T 155/90 D 18 113 M

T 155/80 R 19 114 M

107: load rating, not for ZR tires

Tire identification marks

Knowledge of the labeling on the side of the tire

makes it easier to identify and choose the right

tires.

V: speed rating, before the R on ZR tires

Speed letter

Q = up to 100 mph/160 km/h

T = up to 118 mph/190 km/h

H = up to 131 mph/210 km/h

V = up to 150 mph/240 km/h

W = up to 167 mph/270 km/h

Y = up to 186 mph/300 km/h

Tire size

Example: 255/55 R 19 107 V

255: nominal width in mm

55: aspect ratio in %

R: radial tire code

19: rim diameter in inches

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graded 100. The relative performance of tires

depends upon the actual conditions of their use,

however, and may depart significantly from the

norm due to variations in driving habits, service

practices and differences in road characteristics

and climate.

Tire Identification Number

Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of the

U.S. Department of Transportation.

DOT code:

DOT xxxx xxx 1012

xxxx: manufacturer code for the tire brand

xxx: tire size and tire design

1012: tire age

Traction

The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are

AA, A, B, and C.

Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop

on wet pavement as measured under controlled

conditions on specified government test surfa‐

ces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may

have poor traction performance.

Tire age

The tire manufacturing date is contained in the

tire identification mark: DOT ... 1012 means that

the tire was manufactured in the week 10 of

2012.

The traction grade assigned to this tire is based

on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and

does not include acceleration, cornering, hydro‐

planing, or peak traction characteristics.

BMW recommends that you replace all tires af‐

ter 6 years at most, even if some tires may last

for 10 years.

Uniform Tire Quality Grading

Temperature

Quality grades can be found where applicable

on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and

maximum section width. For example:

The temperature grades are A, the highest, B,

and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the

generation of heat and its ability to dissipate

heat when tested under controlled conditions

on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sus‐

tained high temperature can cause the material

of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and

excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire

failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of

performance which all passenger car tires must

meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety

Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent

higher levels of performance on the laboratory

test wheel than the minimum required by law.

Treadwear 200 Traction AA

Temperature A

DOT Quality Grades

Treadwear

Traction AA A B C

Temperature A B C

Conform to Federal Safety Requirements

All passenger car tires must conform to

Federal Safety Requirements in addition to

these grades.◀

Temperature grade for this tire

The temperature grade for this tire is es‐

tablished for a tire that is properly inflated and

not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinfla‐

tion, or excessive loading, either separately or in

combination, can cause heat buildup and pos‐

sible tire failure.◀

Treadwear

The treadwear grade is a comparative rating

based on the wear rate of the tire when tested

under controlled conditions on a specified gov‐

ernment test course. For example, a tire graded

150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times

as well on the government course as a tire

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RSC – Run-flat tires

Tire damage

The symbol identifying run-flat tires is a circle

with the letters RSC on the sidewall, refer to

page 280.

General information

Inspect your tires often for damage, foreign ob‐

jects lodged in the tread, and tread wear.

M+S

Winter and all-season tires.

Notes

Driving over rough or damaged road surfaces, as

well as debris, curbs and other obstacles can

cause serious damage to wheels, tires and sus‐

pension parts. This is more likely to occur with

low-profile tires, which provide less cushioning

between the wheel and the road. Be careful to

avoid road hazards and reduce your speed, es‐

pecially if your vehicle is equipped with low-pro‐

file tires.

These have better winter properties than

summer tires.

XL

Designation for specially reinforced tires.

Tire tread

Indications of tire damage or other vehicle de‐

fects:

Summer tires

Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less than

0.12 in/3 mm.

▷

Unusual vibrations during driving.

Unusual handling such as a strong tendency

to pull to the left or right.

There is an increased danger of hydroplaning if

the tread depth is less than 0.12 in/3 mm.

Damage can be caused by driving over curbs,

road damage and similar situations.

Winter tires

Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less than

0.16 in/4 mm.

In case of tire damage

If there are indications of tire damage, re‐

duce your speed immediately and have the

wheels and tires checked right away; otherwise,

there is the increased risk of an accident.

Below a tread depth of 0.16 in/4 mm, tires are

less suitable for winter operation.

Minimum tread depth

Drive carefully to the next service center or tire

shop.

If necessary, have the vehicle towed.

Otherwise, tire damage can present a life-

threatening hazard to vehicle occupants and

other road users.◀

Repair of tire damage

For safety reasons, the manufacturer of

your vehicle recommends that you do not have

damaged tires repaired; they should be re‐

placed. Otherwise, damage can occur as a re‐

sult.◀

Wear indicators are distributed around the tire's

circumference and have the legally required

minimum height of 0.063 in/1.6 mm.

They are marked on the side of the tire with TWI,

Tread Wear Indicator.

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Tire Pressure Monitor will not be able to detect

a flat tire, refer to page 97. Your service center

will be glad to advise you.

Changing wheels and tires

Mounting

Information on mounting tires

Recommended tire brands

Have mounting and balancing performed

only by a service center or tire specialist.

If this work is not carried out properly, there is

the danger of subsequent damage and related

safety hazards.◀

Wheel and tire combination

Information on the right wheel and tire combi‐

nation and rim version for your vehicle can be

obtained from the service center.

For each tire size, the manufacturer of your ve‐

hicle recommends certain tire brands. These

can be identified by a star on the tire sidewall.

Incorrect wheel and tire combinations impair the

function of a variety of systems such as ABS or

DSC.

With proper use, these tires meet the highest

standards for safety and handling.

To maintain good handling and vehicle re‐

sponse, use only tires with a single tread con‐

figuration from a single manufacturer.

Retreaded tires

Following tire damage, have the original wheel

and tire combination remounted on the vehicle

as soon as possible.

The manufacturer of your vehicle does not rec‐

ommend the use of retreaded tires.

Retreaded tires

Approved wheels and tires

Possibly substantial variations in the de‐

sign and age of the tire casing structures can

limit service life and have a negative impact on

road safety.◀

The manufacturer of your vehicle recom‐

mends that you use only wheels and tires that

have been approved for your particular vehicle

model.

For example, despite having the same official

size ratings, variations can lead to body contact

and with it, the risk of severe accidents.

Winter tires

The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends

winter tires for winter roads or at temperatures

below +45 ℉/+7 ℃.

The manufacturer of your vehicle cannot evalu‐

ate non-approved wheels and tires to determine

if they are suited for use, and therefore cannot

ensure the operating safety of the vehicle if they

are mounted.◀

Although so-called all-season M+S tires do pro‐

vide better winter traction than summer tires,

they do not provide the same level of perform‐

ance as winter tires.

Wheels with electronics for TPM Tire

Pressure Monitor

When mounting new tires or changing from

summer to winter tires or vice versa, only use

wheels with TPM electronics; otherwise, the

Maximum speed of winter tires

If the maximum speed of the vehicle is higher

than the permissible speed for the winter tires,

then display a corresponding sign in the field of

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vision. You can obtain this sign from the tire spe‐

cialist or from your service center.

The wheels are composed of special rims and

tires that are self-supporting, to a limited de‐

gree.

Maximum speed for winter tires

The support of the sidewall allows the tire to re‐

main drivable to a restricted degree in the event

of a pressure loss.

Do not exceed the maximum speed for the

winter tires; otherwise, tire damage and acci‐

dents can occur.◀

Driving with a damaged tire:

Run-flat tires

For your own safety, only use run-flat tires. Your

service center will be glad to advise you.

▷

Flat Tire Monitor FTM, refer to page 95

Tire Pressure Monitor TPM, refer to

page 97

Rotating wheels between axles

The manufacturer of your vehicle advises

against swapping wheels between the front and

rear axles.

Snow chains

Only certain fine-link snow chains have been

tested by BMW, classified as safe for use and

recommended. Consult your service center for

more information.

This can impair the handling characteristics.

Rotating the tires is not permissible when using

different types of tires.

BMW X5: use only in pairs on the rear wheels,

equipped with tires of the following size:

Storage

▷

255/55 R 18

255/50 R 19

Store wheels and tires in a cool, dry place with

as little exposure to light as possible.

BMW X6: use only in pairs on rear wheels of size

255/50 R 19.

Always protect tires against all contact with oil,

grease and fuels.

Observe the manufacturer's instructions when

mounting snow chains. Do not exceed a speed

of 30 mph/50 km/h when using snow chains.

Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pres‐

sure indicated on the side wall of the tire.

Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor if snow

chains are mounted; otherwise, the instrument

might issue an incorrect reading.

Run-flat tires

Label

When driving with snow chains, it can be bene‐

ficial to temporarily activate DTC, refer to

page 104.

RSC label on the tire sidewall.

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Engine compartment

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.

Vehicle equipment

This chapter describes all series equipment as

well as country-specific and special equipment

offered for this model series.Therefore, it also

Important features in the engine compartment

BMW X5

1

2

Filler neck for washer fluid for the headlamp

and window washer systemꢀꢁ72

3

4

Coolant expansion tankꢀꢁ285

Engine oil filler neckꢀꢁ284

Starting aid terminalꢀꢁ302

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BMW X6

1

2

Filler neck for the washer fluid for the head‐

lamp and window washer systemꢀꢁ73

3

4

Starting aid terminalꢀꢁ302

Coolant expansion tankꢀꢁ285

Engine oil filler neckꢀꢁ284

If this work is not carried out properly, there is

the danger of subsequent damage and related

safety hazards.◀

Hood

Opening the hood

1. Pull the lever.

Working in the engine compartment

Never attempt to perform any service or

repair operations on your vehicle without the

necessary professional technical training.

If you are unfamiliar with the statutory guide‐

lines, have any work on the vehicle performed

only by a service center.

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2. Press the release handle and open the hood.

Checking the engine oil level

Your car is equipped with an electronic engine

oil level check.

Requirements

▷

The engine must be running and warm after

the vehicle has been driven for at least

6.2 miles/10 km.

▷

The vehicle is stopped or being driven on a

level roadway.

Closing the hood

Displaying the oil level

1. "Vehicle Info"

2. "Vehicle status"

Drop the hood from a height of ap‐

prox. 16 in/40 cm. It must be clearly heard to en‐

gage.

3.

"Engine oil level"

Hood open when driving

If you see any signs that the hood is not

completely closed while driving, pull over imme‐

diately and close it securely.◀

Possible messages

▷

"Engine oil level OK"

"Measurement not possible at this time."

"Measuring engine oil level..."

Danger of pinching

Make sure that the closing path of the

hood is clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◀

Duration with the engine running: ap‐

prox. 3 minutes.

Duration while driving: approx. 5 minutes.

If engine oil was added, it may take up to

30 minutes to obtain an oil level reading.

Engine oil

▷

"Engine oil level below minimum. Add 1

quart!"

General information

Engine oil consumption depends on the driving

style and the conditions of use. A highly sporty

drivingstyle, forexample, resultsinconsiderably

higher engine oil consumption.

Add a maximum quantity of 1 US quart/1 liter

of engine oil at the next opportunity, refer

also to Adding engine oil below.

"Engine oil level too high! Have this

checked."

Therefore, regularly check the engine oil level

after refueling.

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Too much engine oil

Have the vehicle checked immedi‐

ately; otherwise, surplus oil can lead to en‐

gine damage.◀

Have the vehicle checked immediately;

otherwise, surplus oil can lead to engine dam‐

age.◀

▷

"Measurement inactive. Have this

Protect children

checked." Do not add engine oil. It is possi‐

ble to continue driving. Note the newly cal‐

culated remaining mileage until the next oil

service, refer to page 81. Have the system

checked as soon as possible.

Keep oil, grease, etc., out of reach of chil‐

dren and heed the warnings on the containers

to prevent health risks.◀

Oil types for refilling

Adding engine oil

Filler neck

Notes

No oil additives

Do not use oil additives as these may

cause engine damage.◀

BMW X5

Viscosity classes of engine oils

When selecting an engine oil, ensure that

the engine oil belongs to one of the SAE viscos‐

ity classes 0W-40, 0W-30, 5W-40, or 5W-30, or

malfunctions or engine damage may occur.◀

The engine oil quality is critical for the life of the

engine.

Due to national regulations, some oil types are

not available in every country.

BMW X6

Approved oil types

Gasoline engine

BMW High Performance SAE 5W-30

BMW Longlife-01

BMW Longlife-01 FE

Add a maximum quantity of 1 US quart/1 liter of

oil only after the corresponding message ap‐

pears on the Control Display.

Diesel engine

BMW Longlife-04

Add oil promptly

Furtherinformationonapprovedoiltypescanbe

obtained from the service center.

Add oil within the next 125 miles/200 km;

otherwise, engine damage could result.◀

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Alternative oil types

Checking the coolant level

If the approved engine oils are not available, up

to 1 US quart/liter of an oil with the following

specification can be used:

1. Do not open the hood until the engine has

cooled down.

2. Turn the expansion tank cap counterclock‐

wise slightly to allow any accumulated pres‐

sure to escape; then continue turning to

open.

Gasoline engine

API SM or a higher quality standard

3. The coolant level is correct if it is between

the maximum and minimum marks in the

filler neck, refer also to the diagram next to

the filler neck.

Diesel engine

API ILSAC GF-5

4. If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to

the specified level; do not overfill.

Oil change

An oil change should be carried out by the serv‐

ice center only.

5. Turn the cap until there is an audible click.

6. Have the cause of the coolant loss elimi‐

nated as soon as possible.

Disposal

Comply with the appropriate environmen‐

tal protection regulations when disposing

of coolant additives.

Coolant

General information

Danger of burns from hot engine

Do not open the cooling system while the

engine is hot; otherwise, escaping coolant may

cause burns.◀

Suitable additives

Only use suitable additives; otherwise, en‐

gine damage may occur. The additives are

harmful to your health.◀

Coolant consists of water and additives.

Not all commercially available additives are suit‐

able for your vehicle. Ask your service center for

suitable additives.

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Maintenance

On the Control Display, the remaining distances

and times for selected maintenance require‐

ments and any legally required deadlines can be

displayed individually, refer to page 81.

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.

Service data in the remote control

Information on the required maintenance is con‐

tinuously stored in the remote control. Your

service center will read out this data and suggest

the right array of service procedures for your ve‐

hicle.

Therefore, hand your service specialist the re‐

mote control that you used most recently.

BMW Maintenance System

Setting the correct date

Make sure the date is set correctly, refer

to page 85; otherwise, the effectiveness of CBS

Condition Based Service is not ensured.◀

Storage periods

Storage periods during which the vehicle bat‐

tery was disconnected are not taken into ac‐

count.

The maintenance system provides information

on required maintenance measures and thus

provides support in maintaining road safety and

the operational reliability of the vehicle.

If this occurs, have a service center update the

time-dependent maintenance procedures,

such as checking brake fluid and, if necessary,

changing the engine oil and the microfilter/acti‐

vated-charcoal filter.

Condition Based Service CBS

Sensors and special algorithms take into ac‐

count the driving conditions of your vehicle.

Based on this, Condition Based Service deter‐

mines the maintenance requirements.

Service and Warranty

Information Booklet for US

models and Warranty and

Service Guide Booklet for

Canadian models

Please consult your Service and Warranty Infor‐

mation Booklet for US models and Warranty and

Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models for

additional information on service requirements.

The system makes it possible to adapt the

amount of maintenance you need to your user

profile.

Details on the service requirements, refer to

page 81, can be displayed on the Control Dis‐

play.

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Maintenance and repair should be performed by

your service center. Make sure to have regular

maintenance procedures recorded in the vehi‐

cle's Service and Warranty Information Booklet

for US models, and in the Warranty and Service

Guide Booklet for Canadian models. These en‐

tries are proof of regular maintenance.

Fuel cap

The indicator lamp lights up.

If the fuel cap is not properly tightened,

the OBD system may conclude that

fuel vapor is escaping. If the cap is then tight‐

ened, the display should go out in a short time.

Socket for OBD Onboard

Diagnosis

Data memory

Your vehicle records data relating to vehicle op‐

eration, faults and user settings. These data are

stored in the remote control and can be read out

with suitable devices, particularly when the ve‐

hicle is serviced. The data obtained in this way

provide valuable information for service proc‐

esses and repair or for optimizing and develop‐

ing vehicle functions further. In addition, if you

signed a service contract for Assist, certain ve‐

hicle data can be sent directly from the vehicle

to facilitate the desired services.

On the driver's side is an OBD socket for check‐

ing the primary components in the vehicle emis‐

sions.

Emissions

▷

The warning lamp lights up:

Emissions are deteriorating. Have

the vehicle checked as soon as pos‐

sible.

▷

The warning lamp flashes under certain cir‐

cumstances:

This indicates that there is excessive misfir‐

ing in the engine.

Reduce the vehicle speed and have the sys‐

tem checked immediately; otherwise, seri‐

ous engine misfiring within a brief period can

seriously damage emission control compo‐

nents, in particular the catalytic converter.

Display of the previously described mal‐

functions on Canadian models.

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Front

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.

1. Fold up the wiper arm.

Tool kit

2. Press the release button on the wiper arm,

see arrow 1.

3. Pull off the wiper blade toward the front, see

arrow 2.

BMW X5: rear

The tool kit is stowed under the cargo floor panel

in the cargo area.

Wiper blade replacement

1. Lift off the wiper arm completely and pull off

the wiper blade, refer to arrow.

Do not fold down the wipers without wiper

blades

2. Mount the new wiper blade and press on

until it is heard to engage.

Do not fold down the wipers if wiper blades have

not been installed; this may damage the wind‐

shield.◀

Lamp and bulb replacement

Notes

Lamps and bulbs

Lamps and bulbs make an essential contribution

to vehicle safety.

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The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends

that you entrust corresponding procedures to

the service center if you are unfamiliar with them

or they are not described here.

Light-emitting diodes LED

Light-emitting diodes installed behind translu‐

cent lenses serve as the light source for many of

the controls, displays and other equipment in

your vehicle.

You can obtain a selection of replacement bulbs

at the service center.

These light-emitting diodes, which operate us‐

ing a concept similar to that applied in conven‐

tional lasers, are officially designated as Class 1

light-emitting diodes.

Danger of burns

Only change bulbs when they are cool;

otherwise, there is the danger of getting

burned.◀

Do not remove the covers

Do not remove the covers, and never stare

into the unfiltered light for several hours; other‐

wise, irritation of the retina could result.◀

Working on the lighting system

When working on the lighting system, you

should always switch off the lights affected to

prevent short circuits.

Headlamp glass

To avoid possible injury or equipment damage

when replacing bulbs, observe any instructions

provided by the bulb manufacturer.◀

Condensation can form on the inside of the

headlamps in cool or humid weather. When you

drive with the lights switched on, the conden‐

sation evaporates after a short time. The head‐

lamps do not need to be changed.

Do not perform work/bulb replacement on

xenon headlamps

If the condensation in the headlamps does not

evaporate after trips with the lights switched on,

and the amount of moisture in the headlamps

increases, for example if water droplets form,

have them checked by your service center.

Have any work on the xenon lighting system, in‐

cluding bulb replacement, performed only by a

service center.

Due to the high voltage present in the system,

there is the danger of fatal injuries if work is car‐

ried out improperly.◀

BMW X5: bulb replacement

Xenon headlamps

Wear protective goggles and gloves

Halogen bulbs are pressurized. Therefore,

wear protective goggles and gloves. Otherwise,

there is a danger of injuries if the bulb is acci‐

dentally damaged during replacement.◀

Notes

Because of the long life of these bulbs, the like‐

lihood of failure is very low. Switching the lamps

on and off frequently shortens their life.

Do not touch the bulbs

Do not touch the glass of new bulbs with

your bare hands, as even minute amounts of

contamination will burn into the bulb's surface

and reduce its service life.

If a xenon bulb fails, switch on the front fog lamps

and continue the trip with great care. Comply

with local regulations.

Use a clean tissue, cloth or something similar, or

hold the bulb by its base.◀

Do not perform work/bulb replacement on

xenon headlamps

Have any work on the xenon lighting system, in‐

cluding bulb replacement, performed only by a

service center.

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Due to the high voltage present in the system,

there is the danger of fatal injuries if work is car‐

ried out improperly.◀

Tail lamps

▷

Turn signal, brake lamp: 21-watt bulb,

P21W.

Follow the general instructions on lamps and

bulbs, refer to page 288.

▷

Brake force display: 21-watt bulb, P21W.

Backup lamp: 16-watt bulb, W16W

Tail lamp: LED technology.

Parking lamps, roadside parking lamps,

daytime running lights

These lamps are made using LED technology.

Contact your service center in the event of a

malfunction.

Contact your service center in the event of a

malfunction.

Arrangement of tail lamps

Turn signals, front

Follow the general instructions on lamps and

bulbs, refer to page 288.

The illustration shows the right side of the en‐

gine compartment.

24-watt bulb, PY24W

1. Rotate bulb holder to the left and remove it

along with the bulb.

1

2

3

4

5

6

Tail lamp

Brake force display

Brake lamp

Tail lamp/side marker lamp

Backup lamp

Turn signal

Turn signals, brake lamps and backup

lamps

2. Rotate the bulb to the right along with the

socket and replace.

Follow the general instructions on lamps and

bulbs, refer to page 288.

3. Install in the reverse order.

Side marker lamps, rear

Contact the service center for bulb replacement.

Fog lamps

Follow the general instructions on lamps and

bulbs, refer to page 288.

Contact your service center in the event of a

malfunction.

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The bulbs are integrated in a single bulb holder.

1. Open the side panel in the cargo area.

Follow the general instructions on lamps and

bulbs, refer to page 288.

2. Remove the first aid kit and warning triangle

if necessary. Fold up the insulation.

1. Carefully remove the cover in the tailgate

panel with a screwdriver.

3. Press the button, arrow 1, down, press the

catches, arrows 2, outward slightly, and re‐

move the bulb holder.

2. Push the catch on the bulb holder to the left,

arrow, and remove it.

4. Apply gentle pressure to the P21W bulb

while turning it to the left for removal and re‐

placement.

Remove the W16W bulb and replace.

5. Re-engage the bulb holder so that it audibly

clicks into place.

6. Remount the side panel.

3. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while turn‐

ing it to the left for removal and replacement.

4. Re-engage the bulb holder so that it audibly

clicks into place.

5. Before installing the cap, unclip the cargo

area lamp.

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Then lay the cap on its upper side and close

it, refer to arrow.

BMW X6: bulb replacement

Xenon headlamps

Notes

Because of the long life of these bulbs, the like‐

lihood of failure is very low. Switching the lamps

on and off frequently shortens their life.

If a xenon bulb fails, switch on the front fog lamps

and continue the trip with great care. Comply

with local regulations.

6. Position the cargo area lamp and clip it in,

refer to arrow.

Do not perform work/bulb replacement on

xenon headlamps

Have any work on the xenon lighting system, in‐

cluding bulb replacement, performed only by a

service center.

Due to the high voltage present in the system,

there is the danger of fatal injuries if work is car‐

ried out improperly.◀

Follow the general instructions on lamps and

bulbs, refer to page 288.

Parking lamps, roadside parking lamps,

daytime running lights

The illustration shows the left side of the engine

compartment.

License plate lamps

Follow the general instructions on lamps and

bulbs, refer to page 288.

These lamps are made using LED technology.

35-watt bulb, H8

Contact your service center in the event of a

malfunction.

1. Turn the cover to the left and remove.

Center brake lamp

Follow the general instructions on lamps and

bulbs, refer to page 288.

This lamp uses LED technology for operation.

Contact your service center in the event of a

malfunction.

2. Left side of vehicle: rotate the bulb holder to

the right, see arrow, and remove.

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Right side of vehicle: rotate the bulb holder

to the left and remove.

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Daytime running lights.

Side marker lights.

Contact your service center in the event of a

malfunction.

Turn signals, front

Follow the general instructions on lamps and

bulbs, refer to page 288.

The illustration shows the left side of the engine

compartment.

24-watt bulb, PY24W

3. Disconnect plug and replace bulb.

4. Install in the reverse order.

1. Rotate bulb holder to the left and remove it

along with the bulb.

Side marker lamps

The illustration shows the left side of the engine

compartment.

5-watt bulb, WY5W XLL

1. Rotate the bulb holder to the left and re‐

move.

2. Rotate the bulb to the right along with the

socket and replace.

3. Install in the reverse order.

Fog lamps

Follow the general instructions on lamps and

bulbs, refer to page 288.

2. Pull the bulb out of the bulb holder and re‐

place.

Contact your service center in the event of a

malfunction.

3. Install in the reverse order.

Tail lamps

LED headlamps

Follow the general instructions on lamps and

bulbs, refer to page 288.

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Turn signal, backup lamp: 21-watt bulb,

H21W.

Brake lamp, brake force display: 21-watt

bulb, P21W

With LED headlamps, the following lamps are

designed with LED technology:

Tail lamp: LED technology.

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Low beams/high beams

Contact your service center in the event of a

malfunction.

Adaptive Light Control

Parking and roadside parking lamps

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Arrangement of tail lamps

Turn signal

Follow the general instructions on lamps and

bulbs, refer to page 288.

1. Open the side panel in the cargo area.

2. Remove the first aid kit and warning triangle

if necessary.

3. Remove bulb holder along with bulb and re‐

place.

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2

3

4

5

Tail lamps

Brake force display

Brake lamp

Backup lamp

Turn signal

Brake lamps

Follow the general instructions on lamps and

bulbs, refer to page 288.

4. Install in the reverse order.

Backup lamp

Follow the general instructions on lamps and

bulbs, refer to page 288.

1. Open the side panel in the cargo area.

2. Remove the first aid kit and warning triangle

if necessary.

1. Open the side panel in the cargo area.

3. Rotate the relevant bulb socket to the left

and remove.

2. Remove the first aid kit and warning triangle

if necessary.

3. Remove bulb holder along with bulb and re‐

place.

4. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while turn‐

ing it to the left for removal and replacement.

5. Install in the reverse order.

4. Install in the reverse order.

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Contact your service center in the event of a

malfunction.

Brake force display

Follow the general instructions on lamps and

bulbs, refer to page 288.

1. Carefully remove the cover in the tailgate

panel with a screwdriver.

Changing wheels

Notes

Your vehicle is equipped with run-flat tires, refer

to page 280, as standard equipment.

They do not need to be replaced immediately in

the event of a puncture.

When mounting new tires or changing from

summer to winter tires or vice versa, use run-flat

tires for your own safety.

BMW X6: do not rotate the front wheels to the

rear or vice versa, as otherwise the handling

characteristics will be negatively affected.

2. Rotate the bulb socket to the left and re‐

move.

The tools for changing wheels are available as

accessories from your service center.

Jacking points for the vehicle jack

3. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while turn‐

ing it to the left for removal and replacement.

4. Insert the bulb socket in the tailgate and en‐

gage it.

5. Replace the cover.

The jacking points for the vehicle jack are lo‐

cated in the positions shown.

License plate lamps

Follow the general instructions on lamps and

bulbs, refer to page 288.

Compact wheel

Safety precautions in the event of a flat tire

or wheel change

These lamps are made using LED technology.

Contact your service center in the event of a

malfunction.

Park the vehicle as far as possible from passing

traffic and on solid ground. Switch on the hazard

warning system.

Center brake lamp

Follow the general instructions on lamps and

bulbs, refer to page 288.

Set the parking brake and engage transmission

position P.

This lamp uses LED technology for operation.

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Have all vehicle occupants get out of the vehicle

and ensure that they remain outside the imme‐

diate area in a safe place, such as behind a

guardrail.

Removing compact wheel

The compact wheel is located in the cargo area

under the floor panel.

If a warning triangle or portable hazard warning

lamp is required, set it up on the roadside at an

appropriate distance from the rear of the vehicle.

Comply with all safety guidelines and regula‐

tions.

Change the wheel only on a level, firm surface

which is not slippery. The vehicle or the jack

could slip to the side if you attempt to raise the

vehicle on a soft or slippery surface such as

snow, ice, tiles, etc.

1. Remove the tool mount.

2. Release the wing nut 1.

Position the jack on a firm support surface.

3. Remove the washer 2 laterally.

4. Remove the compact wheel.

Do not use a wooden block or similar object as

a support base for the jack, as this would prevent

it from extending to its full support height and

reduce its load-carrying capacity.

Preparing wheel change

1. Observe the safety precautions above.

2. Loosen the lug bolts a half turn.

To avoid serious or fatal injury: never lie under

the vehicle, and never start the engine while it is

supported by the jack.◀

Jacking up vehicle

What you will need

1. Position the vehicle jack at the jacking point

closest to the wheel so that the entire sur‐

face of the jack base rests on the ground

perpendicularly beneath the jacking point.

To avoid rattling noises later on, note the posi‐

tions of the tools before removing them, then

return them to their initial positions after com‐

pleting work.

The vehicle jack is designed for

changing wheels only.

The tools are located in the mount under the

floor panel flap.

The vehicle jack is designed for changing

wheels only. Do not attempt to raise another

vehicle model with it or to raise any load of

any kind. To do so could cause accidents

and personal injury.◀

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2

3

Vehicle jack

Vehicle jack crank

Lug bolts wrench

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2. Guide the jack head into the rectangular re‐

cess of the jacking point when cranking up,

refer to illustration detail.

are a hidden safety risk. The tightening tor‐

que equals 101 lb ft/140 Nm.◀

2. Stow the defective wheel in the cargo area.

The defective wheel cannot be stored under

the floor panel flap due to its size.

3. Check and correct the tire inflation pressure

at the earliest opportunity.

4. Initialize the Flat Tire Monitor, refer to

page 95, or reset the Tire Pressure Monitor,

refer to page 97.

5. Replace the damaged tire as soon as possi‐

ble and have the new wheel/tire balanced.

3. Jack the vehicle up until the wheel you are

changing is raised from the ground.

Driving with compact wheel

Mounting a wheel

Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.

1. Unscrew the lug bolts and remove the

wheel.

Drive conservatively and do not exceed a

speed of 50 mph/80 km/h. Otherwise, changes

in the driving characteristics could result, for ex‐

ample reduced track stability on braking, ex‐

tended braking distance, and altered self-steer‐

ing characteristics in the limit range. In

2. Remove accumulations of mud or dirt from

the mounting surfaces of the wheel and hub.

Also clean the lug bolts.

3. Position the new wheel or compact wheel.

Secure the wheel by screwing at least two

lug bolts into opposite bolt holes.

conjunction with winter tires, these characteris‐

tics are more pronounced.◀

WhenyoumountwheelsotherthanGenuine

BMW light-alloy wheels, different lug bolts

may also be required.

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.◀

4. Screw in the remaining lug bolts. Tighten all

the bolts securely in a diagonal pattern.

5. Lower the vehicle and remove the jack from

beneath the vehicle.

Vehicle battery

After mounting

1. Tighten the lug bolts in a diagonal pattern.

Maintenance

The battery is maintenance-free, i.e., the elec‐

trolyte will last for the life of the battery.

Checking that the lug bolts are tight

To ensure safety, always have the lug

bolts checked with a calibrated torque

wrench as soon as possible to ensure that

they are tightened to the specified torque.

Otherwise, incorrectly tightened lug bolts

Your service center will be glad to advise you on

questions regarding the battery.

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Activesteering:thesystemautomaticallyin‐

itializes for a short time as you drive. During

this time, the system is deactivated, refer to

page 108.

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.◀

xDrive: the system automatically initializes

as you drive. During this time, indicator

lamps light up. If the lamps do not disappear

during the current trip, have the system

checked.

After a battery replacement, have the battery

registered on the vehicle by your service center

to ensure that all comfort functions are fully

available.

Disposing of old batteries

Have old batteries disposed of by your

service center or bring them to a recy‐

cling center.

Charging the battery

Maintain the battery in an upright position for

transport and storage. Secure the battery so

that it does not tip over during transport.

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 vehicle.◀

Fuses

Replacing fuses

Starting aid terminals

Never attempt to repair a blown fuse and

do not replace a defective fuse with a substitute

of another color or amperage rating; this could

lead to a circuit overload, ultimately resulting in

a fire in the vehicle.◀

Only charge using the starting aid terminals, re‐

fer to page 302, 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 positions

again, refer to page 56.

▷

Time: update, refer to page 85.

Date: update, refer to page 85.

Radio station: save again, refer to page 186.

Navigation system: wait for the navigation

system to be operational.

▷

Glass sunroof/panoramic glass sunroof: it

may only be possible to raise the roof. Have

the system initialized by the service center.

Digital compass: recalibrate, refer to

page 137.

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In cargo area

Mobility

In interior

The fuses are located in the front passenger

footwellontheundersideoftheinstrumentclus‐

ter.

1. Unscrew screws, refer to arrows, of footwell

trim panel.

Open the right-hand side panel in the cargo

area.

2. Lay the trim panel in the footwell.

3. Release the screw, arrow 1, and fold the fuse

carrier down, arrow 2.

4. Replace the fuse concerned.

5. Installation is carried out in the reverse order

of removal. Ensure correct and secure at‐

tachment of the footwell trim panel in the

process.

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Breakdown assistance

Only press the SOS button in an emergency.

Emergency Request not guaranteed

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

For technical reasons, the Emergency Re‐

quest cannot be guaranteed under unfavorable

conditions.◀

Service contract

also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐

tems.

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After your contract with BMW Assist has ex‐

pired, the BMW Assist system can be deac‐

tivated by the service center without you

having to visit a workshop.

Hazard warning flashers

After deactivation, an Emergency Request

is no longer possible.

▷

Under certain circumstances, the system

can be reactivated by a service center after

you sign a new contract.

Initiating an Emergency Request

1. Press the cover briefly to open it.

The button for the hazard warning system is lo‐

cated on the center console.

Emergency Request

Requirements

▷

Equipment version with full preparation

package mobile phone.

2. Press the SOS button until the LED in the

button lights up.

An Emergency Request can be made, even

if no mobile phones are paired with the ve‐

hicle.

▷

The LED lights up: an Emergency Request

was initiated.

If the circumstances allow this, remain in the

vehicle until the connection has been estab‐

lished.

▷

BMW Assist is activated.

Radio readiness is switched on.

The BMW Assist system is logged in to a

wireless communications network sup‐

ported by BMW Assist.

▷

The LED flashes if the connection to the

BMW Assist Response Center has been es‐

tablished.

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The Assist system is operable.

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Once the BMW Assist Response Center has

received your Emergency Request, the

BMW Assist Response Center contacts you

and takes further steps to help you.

First aid kit

The first aid kit is located in a storage compart‐

ment on the right side in the cargo area.

Some of the articles contained in the first aid

pouch have a limited service life.

Even if you are unable to respond, the BMW

Assist Response Center can take further

steps to help you under certain circumstan‐

ces.

Check the expiration dates of the contents reg‐

ularly and replace any items promptly.

For this purpose, data that are used to de‐

termine the necessary rescue measures,

such as the current position of the vehicle if

it can be established, are transmitted to the

BMW Assist Response Center.

Jump-starting

Notes

If the battery is discharged, an engine can be

started using the battery of another vehicle and

two jumper cables. Only use jumper cables with

fully insulated clamp handles.

▷

If the LED is flashing but the BMW Assist

Response Center cannot be heard on the

hands-free system, the hands-free system

may be malfunctioning. However, the BMW

Assist Response Center may still be able to

hear you.

To prevent personal injury or damage to both

vehicles, adhere strictly to the following proce‐

dure.

Initiating an Emergency Request

automatically

Under certain conditions, an Emergency Re‐

questisautomaticallyinitiatedimmediatelyafter

a severe accident. Automatic Collision Notifica‐

tion is not affected by pressing the SOS button.

Do not touch live parts

To avoid the risk of potentially fatal injury,

always avoid all contact with electrical compo‐

nents while the engine is running.◀

Preparation

1. Check whether the battery of the other ve‐

hicle has a voltage of 12 volts and approxi‐

mately the same capacitance in Ah. This in‐

formation can be found on the battery.

Roadside Assistance

Service availability

Roadside Assistance can be reached around the

clock in many countries. You can obtain assis‐

tance there in the event of a vehicle breakdown.

2. Switch off the engine of the assisting vehi‐

cle.

3. Switch off any electronic systems/power

consumers in both vehicles.

Roadside Assistance

Bodywork contact between vehicles

The Roadside Assistance, refer to page 254

phone number can be viewed on the iDrive or a

connection to Roadside Assistance can be es‐

tablished directly.

There must not be any contact between

the bodies of the two vehicles, otherwise there

is a danger of shorting.◀

Warning triangle

The warning triangle is located in the cargo area.

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battery, or to the corresponding engine or

body ground of the vehicle providing assis‐

tance.

Starting aid terminals

Connecting order

Connect the jumper cables in the correct

order; otherwise, there is the danger of injury

from sparking.◀

5. Attach the other end of the cable to the neg‐

ative terminal of the battery, or to the corre‐

sponding engine or body ground of the ve‐

hicle to be started.

Starting the engine

Never use spray fluids to start the engine.

1. Start the engine of the assisting vehicle and

let it run for several minutes at an increased

idle speed.

If the vehicle being started has a diesel en‐

gine: let the engine of the assisting vehicle

run for approx. 10 minutes.

The so-called starting aid terminal in the engine

compartment acts as the battery's positive ter‐

minal. Fold open the cover. To do so, pull the tab.

2. Start the engine of the vehicle being started

in the usual way.

If the first starting attempt is not successful,

wait a few minutes before making another

attempt in order to allow the discharged bat‐

tery to recharge.

3. Let both engines run for several minutes.

4. Disconnect the jumper cables in the reverse

order.

Check the battery and recharge if necessary.

The body ground or a special nut acts as the

negative terminal.

Tow-starting and towing

Observe applicable laws and regulations

Connecting jumper cables

Observe applicable laws and regulations

for tow-starting and towing.◀

1. Fold open the cover of the BMW starting-aid

terminal. To do so, pull the tab.

2. Attach one terminal clamp of the positive

jumper cable to the positive terminal of the

battery, or to the corresponding starting aid

terminal of the vehicle providing assistance.

No additional passengers

Do not transport any passengers other

than the driver in a vehicle that is being towed.◀

3. Attach the other end of the cable to the pos‐

itive terminal of the battery, or to the corre‐

sponding starting aid terminal of the vehicle

to be started.

4. Attach one terminal clamp of the negative

jumper cable to the negative terminal of the

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Switch on the hazard warning system, de‐

pending on local regulations.

Transporting your vehicle

Note

Your vehicle is not permitted to be towed.

Therefore, contact a service center in the event

of a breakdown.

If the electrical system has failed, clearly

identify the vehicle being towed by placing

a sign or a warning triangle in the rear win‐

dow.

Do not have the vehicle towed

Towing methods when towing other

vehicles

Have your vehicle transported on a loading

platform only; otherwise, damage may occur.◀

Tow bar

Tow truck

The tow fittings used should be on the same

side on both vehicles.

Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting

the tow bar at an offset angle, please observe

the following:

▷

Clearance and maneuvering capability will

be sharply limited during cornering.

▷

The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it

is attached offset.

Do not tow with only the front or rear axle

raised

Tow rope

When starting to tow the vehicle, make sure that

the tow rope is taut.

Do not tow the BMW with just the front or rear

axle raised; otherwise, the wheels could lock up

and the transfer case could be damaged.◀

To avoid jerking and the associated stresses on

the vehicle components when towing, always

use nylon ropes or nylon straps.

Do not lift the vehicle

Attaching the tow rope correctly

Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or

body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage may

result.◀

Only secure the tow rope on the tow fit‐

ting; otherwise, damage can occur when it is se‐

cured on other parts of the vehicle.◀

Towing other vehicles

Tow fitting

General information

The screw-in tow fitting should always be car‐

ried in the vehicle. It can be screwed in at the

front or rear of the BMW.

Light towing vehicle

Your vehicle must not be lighter than the

vehicle being towed; otherwise, it will not be

possible to control vehicle response.◀

It is stored with the tool kit under the cargo floor

cover in the cargo area, refer to page 288.

Tow fitting, information on use

Attaching the tow bar/tow rope correctly

▷

Use only the tow fitting provided with

the vehicle and screw it all the way in.

Attach the tow bar or tow rope to the tow

fitting; connecting it to other vehicle parts may

cause damage.◀

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▷

Use the tow fitting for towing on paved roads

only.

Tow-starting

Note

Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, e.g.,

do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting.

Do not tow-start your vehicle.

Otherwise, damage to the tow fitting and the ve‐

hicle can occur.◀

Due to the automatic transmission, the engine

cannot be started by tow-starting.

Have the cause of the starting difficulties rem‐

edied.

Screw thread

Left/right cover in the bumper: press on the ar‐

row symbol on the cover.

BMW X5: front

BMW X6: front

Rear

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Care

Washing in automatic car washes

Vehicle equipment

Give preference to cloth car washes or those

that use soft brushes in order to avoid paint

damage.

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.

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.

Car washes

▷

Deactivate rain sensor, refer to page 72, to

prevent unintentional wiper action.

Notes

Steam jets or high-pressure washers

BMW X5: deactivate the rear window wiper

and protect it from damage. Ask the car

wash operator about any necessary protec‐

tive measures.

When using steam jets or high-pressure

washers, hold them a sufficient distance away

and use a maximum temperature of

140 ℉/60 ℃.

▷

Remove additional attachments, for in‐

stance a spoiler or telephone antenna, if

there is a risk that these may be damaged.

Holding them too close or using excessively

high pressures or temperatures can cause dam‐

age or preliminary damage that may then lead to

long-term damage.

Guide rails in car washes

Avoid car washes with guide rails higher

Follow the operating instructions for the high-

pressure washer.◀

than 4 in/10 cm; otherwise, the vehicle body

could be damaged.◀

Cleaning sensors/cameras with high-

pressure washers

Before driving into a car wash

When using high-pressure washers, do not

spray the exterior sensors and cameras, for Park

Distance Control or the backup camera, for in‐

stance, for extended periods of time and only

from a distance of at least 12 in/30 cm.◀

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.

Wash your vehicle frequently, particularly in win‐

ter.

4. Deactivating Automatic Hold, refer to

page 69.

Intense soiling and road salt can damage the ve‐

hicle.

5. Switch the engine off.

6. Leave the remote control in the ignition lock

so that the vehicle can roll.

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Transmission position P will be engaged:

Only use products intended for cleaning vehi‐

cles.

▷

Automatically after approx. 30 minutes.

Cleansers can contain substances that are dan‐

gerous and harmful to your health.◀

When the remote control is removed from

the ignition lock.

Mixed tires

Vehicle paint

Regular care contributes to driving safety and

value retention. Environmental influences in

areas with high air pollution or natural contami‐

nants, such as tree resin or pollen, can have an

impact on the vehicle paint. Tailor the frequency

and extent of your car care to these influences.

Note the vehicle width

Before driving into a car wash, make sure

that the vehicle width is not too large for the car

wash, as otherwise the vehicle and the car wash

could be damaged.◀

Immediately remove aggressive substances,

such as spilled fuel, oil, grease, or bird drop‐

pings, to prevent damage to or discoloration of

the paintwork.

Headlamps

▷

Do not rub dry and do not use abrasive or

caustic cleansers.

▷

Soak areas that have been soiled e.g. due to

insects, with shampoo and wash off with

water.

Leather care

Remove dust from the leather often, using a

cloth or vacuum cleaner.

▷

Thaw ice with de-icing spray; do not use an

ice scraper.

Otherwise, particles of dust and road grime

chafe in pores and folds, and lead to increased

wear and premature degradation of the leather

surface.

After washing the vehicle

After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes

briefly to dry them; otherwise, braking action can

be reduced and corrosion of the brake discs can

occur.

To guard against discoloration, such as from

clothing, provide leather care roughly every two

months.

Fully remove an residue from the windows; oth‐

erwise, streaking may occur when the wind‐

shield wipers are activated, impairing your view

and causing wiper noise.

Clean light-colored leather more frequently as

dust and dirt are more noticeable.

Use leather care products; otherwise, dirt and

grease will gradually break down the protective

layer of the leather surface.

Suitable care products are available from the

service center.

Vehicle care

Car care products

Upholstery material care

Vacuum regularly with a vacuum cleaner.

BMW recommends using cleaning and care

products from BMW, since these have been

tested and approved.

If they are very dirty, e.g., beverage stains, use a

soft sponge or microfiber cloth with a suitable

interior cleaner.

Car care and cleaning products

Follow the instructions on the container.

Clean the upholstery down to the seams using

large sweeping motions. Avoid rubbing the ma‐

terial vigorously.

When cleaning the interior, open the doors or

windows.

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Damage from Velcro® fasteners

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Matte black spray-coated components.

Painted parts in the interior.

Open Velcro® fasteners on pants or other

articles of clothing can damage the seat covers.

Ensure that any Velcro® fasteners are closed.◀

Clean with a microfiber cloth.

Moisten the cloth lightly with water if necessary.

Do not soak the headliner.

Caring for special components

Light-alloy wheels

Do not use cleansers that contain alcohol

or solvents

Use wheel cleaner, particularly during the winter

months. Do not use aggressive, acidic, strongly

alkaline or abrasive cleaners, or steam jets

above 140 ℉/60 ℃; follow the manufacturer's

instructions.

Do not use cleansers that contain alcohol or sol‐

vents, such as lacquer thinners, heavy-duty

grease removers, fuel, or such; this could lead to

surface damage.◀

Safety belts

Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and

thus have a negative impact on safety.

Chrome surfaces

Carefully clean components such as the radiator

grille or door handles with an ample supply of

water, possibly with shampoo added, particu‐

larly when they have been exposed to road salt.

No chemical cleaning

Do not clean chemically; this can destroy

the webbing.◀

Aluminum running boards

A rust film on the aluminum running boards can

be removed with a special cleaning agent.

Use only a mild soapy solution, with the safety

belts clipped into their buckles.

Do not allow the reels to retract the safety belts

until they are dry.

Rubber components

Aside from water, treat only with rubber cleans‐

ers.

Carpets and floor mats

No objects in the area around the pedals

When cleaning rubber seals, do not use any sil‐

icon-containing car care products in order to

avoid damage or reduced noise damping.

Keep floor mats, carpets, and any other

objects out of the area of motion of the pedals;

otherwise, the function of the pedals could be

impeded while driving

Fine wood parts

Do not place additional floor mats over existing

mats or other objects.

Clean fine wood facing and fine wood compo‐

nents only with a moist rag. Then dry with a soft

cloth.

Only use floor mats that have been approved for

the vehicle and can be properly fixed in place.

Plastic components

These include:

Ensure that the floor mats are securely fastened

again when they are returned after being re‐

moved, such as for cleaning.◀

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Imitation leather surfaces.

Headliner.

Floor mats can be removed from the passenger

compartment for cleaning.

Lamp lenses.

When returning the floor mats, secure them

again to prevent slipping.

Instrument cluster cover.

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Mobility

Care

If the floor carpets are very dirty, clean with a

microfiber cloth and water or a textile cleaner. To

prevent matting of the carpet, rub back and forth

in the direction of travel only.

Sensors/cameras

To clean sensors or cameras, use a cloth mois‐

tened with a small amount of glass cleaner.

Displays/screens

Clean the displays with an anti-static microfiber

cloth.

Cleaning displays

Do not use chemical or household cleans‐

ers.

Keep all fluids and moisture away from the unit.

Otherwise, they could affect or damage surfa‐

ces or electrical components.

Avoid pressing too hard when cleaning and do

not use abrasive materials; otherwise, damage

can result.◀

Long-term vehicle storage

Your service center can advise you on what to

consider when storing the vehicle for longer

than three months.

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