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18nInstrument cluster X5 4.8is
1 Fuel gage 78
2 Indicator lamp for turn signals 22
3 Speedometer 4 Indicator and warning lamps 19to 22
5 Tachometer 77
Engine oil thermometer
6 Coolant temperature gage 79
7 Indicator and warning lamps 19
12 Selector lever and program display
to 22
for automatic transmission 67
8 Reset button for trip odometer 76
9 Service Interval Display 7913 CHECK button 80
14 Indicator and warning lamps 1910 Indicator for
> Trip odometer/odometer 76
> Outside temperature 7611 Indicator for Check Control 80
to 22
Indicator and warning lamps
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Technology that monitors itself Indicator and warning lamps that are identified by + are tested for proper functioning whenever the ignition key is turned. They each light up once for dif- ferent periods of time. If a fault should occur in one of the monitored systems, the corresponding lamp does not go out after the engine is started or it lights up while the vehicle is moving. You will see how to react to this in the following section.
Red: stop immediately
Battery charge current + The battery is not being charged. There is a malfunction
of the alternator drive belt or in the charging circuit of the alternator. Have the system checked immediately.
If the drive belt is defective, do not continue driving. The engine could be damaged due to overheating. If the drive belt is defective, increased steer- ing effort is also required.<
Handbrake*/ brake hydraulic system + Lights up with handbrake
engaged. For additional information, refer to page 66 Comes on although the handbrake is released: stop immediately. The brake fluid in the reservoir has fallen to below the minimum level. At the same time, a considerably longer brake pedal travel may be noticeable. Have the system checked immediately.
Engine oil pressure + Stop immediately and switch off the engine. Check the engine oil level; top up as required. If the oil level is correct: have the system checked immediately.
During continued driving increased brake pedal pressure may be necessary, and considerably longer braking distances may result. Please remember to adapt your driving style accordingly.<
Do not continue driving. The engine could be damaged
because of inadequate lubrication.<
Before continuing your journey, be sure to read the notes on pages 140 and 153. Also comes on in the Check Control with the message CHECK BRAKE LININGS.
Indication of the malfunction in Canadian models described above.
Indication of the above- described malfunction in Cana- dian models.
20nIndicator and warning lamps
Transmission temperature* + The transmission is overheated. Reduce speed immediately and
stop at a suitable location so that the system can cool down again. Have the system checked immediately.
Yellow: stop immediately
Flat Tire Monitor + An acoustic signal also sounds: there is a flat tire or extensive inflation pressure loss. Reduce speed immediately for stopping while avoiding extreme braking and steering maneu- vers. For additional information, refer to page 102
Red or yellow: continue to drive cautiously
The red brake warning lamp lights up together with the warn- ing lamps for ABS and DSC/ xDrive. In addition, a warning signal sounds: ABS, DSC, HDC and xDrive have failed. Drive may then only be carried out via the rear axle. Have the system checked as
soon as possible. For additional information, refer to pages 94, 95
Proceed cautiously and defen- sively. When driving on poor
roads, avoid using full throttle or press- ing the accelerator beyond the kick- down point and also avoid forceful braking or full braking. Otherwise the drive train may be damaged or acci- dents can occur.<
If the brake warning lamp lights up yel- low in the described combination, the EBV Electronic brake-force distribution is still available.
Indicator and warning lamps
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Red: an important reminder
Handbrake* Lights up with handbrake engaged.
For additional information, refer to page 66
Handbrake warning lamp* for Canadian models
Please fasten safety belts + Indicator lamp flashes or lights up. In addition, a signal sounds
and, depending on the equipment, a message* appears in the Check Con- trol. Please check safety belts for cor- rect placement. The belt memory is activated when the safety belt on the driver's side has not yet been fastened. The belt memory is also active from a speed of approx. 5 mph/8 km/h when the passenger belt has not yet been fastened, heavy objects are placed on the front passenger seat or passengers sitting in the front remove their safety belts. For additional information on safety belts, refer to page 49
Airbags + Malfunction in airbag system. Have the system checked as
soon as possible. For additional information, refer to page 57
Yellow: check as soon as possible
DBC Dynamic Brake Control + Malfunction in the DBC system. Please have the system
checked as soon as possible. For details on DBC, refer to page 94
Indication of the above- described malfunction in Cana- dian models. Engine oil level Comes on while driving: the oil level is at the absolute minimum;
refill as soon as possible. Do not drive more than approx. 30 miles/50 km until you do. For additional information, refer to page 150
Engine oil level Comes on after the engine has been switched off: add engine
oil at your earliest opportunity, e.g. when you stop to refuel. For additional information, refer to page 150
Automatic transmission* The automatic transmission switches into the emergency
program due to a fault. Have the system checked as soon as possible. For additional information, refer to page 69
Brake pads* + Have the condition of the brake pads checked.
For additional information, refer to page 140
Self-leveling suspension* + The self-leveling suspension is inactive. Have the system
checked as soon as possible. For additional information, refer to page 98
22nIndicator and warning lamps
DSC Dynamic Stability Control/ xDrive + The warning lamp lights up con- tinuously and a warning signal sounds: DSC and HDC or the xDrive 4-wheel drive system have failed. The stabilizing interventions of DSC or the xDrive 4-wheel drive system are no longer available. Drive may then only be carried out via the rear axle. Have the system checked as soon as possible. For additional information, refer to page 95
Proceed cautiously and defen- sively. When driving on poor
roads, avoid using full throttle or press- ing the accelerator beyond the kick- down point and also avoid forceful braking or full braking. Otherwise the drive train may be damaged or acci- dents can occur.<
Engine electronics* Malfunction in the engine elec- tronics. You can continue to drive with reduced engine output or engine speed. Have the system checked as soon as possible.
Service Engine Soon + If the indicator lamp lights up continuously or intermittently, there is a fault in the exhaust-relevant electronic systems. Although the vehi- cle remains operable, the system must be checked as soon as possible. For additional information, refer to page 155
Indication of the above- described malfunction in Cana- dian models. Check Gas Cap* + Warning lamp lights up. Fuel filler cap is not properly closed or is missing. Check whether the fuel filler cap is properly closed. For additional information, refer to page 25
Green: for your information
Turn signals Flashes when the turn signals are operated. Rapid flashing
indicates a system malfunction. For additional information, refer to page 70
Cruise control* Lights up when system is switched on: ready for operation
using the buttons on the steering wheel. For additional information, refer to page 74
Fog lamps Lights up when fog lamps are switched on.
For additional information, refer to page 105
Blue: for your information
High beams Lights up when the high beams are on or the headlamp flasher
is actuated. For additional information, refer to pages 70, 104
Buttons on steering wheel*
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The buttons integrated in the steering wheel are provided so that you can operate a number of accessories quickly and without being distracted from traffic conditions. You may oper- ate: > selected functions of the audio
sources*
> the recirculated-air mode of the air conditioner* or the steering-wheel heater*
> the cruise control > selected phone functions* and > the voice command system*.
In order to operate a system, the corresponding system must be
switched on.<
Press briefly: Accept incoming call, start dialing, ter- minate call. Extended pressure: Switch voice command system on and off
Display/hide phonebook. Display the entries consecutively with the buttons for forward/back
Volume On the sports steering wheel*, there are +/– buttons for volume on the left side of the steering wheel.
Forward: > Radio
Press briefly: next stored station Extended pressure: station search function
> CD
Press briefly: track search Extended pressure: fast forward in track
> Cassette
Press briefly: stop track search or fast forward Extended pressure: fast forward
> Portable phone
Scroll through list of names
Cruise control: call up
Cruise control: store and accelerate + as well as decelerate and store – On the sports steering wheel*, there are +/– buttons on the right side of the steering wheel for the cruise control.
Cruise control: activate/interrupt/deac- tivate
Reverse: functions as for fast forward
Recirculated-air mode* and AUC auto- matic recirculated-air control or steer- ing wheel heater*: switch on/off
24nWarning triangle*
First-aid kit*
Refueling
1. Open the cover on the left in the cargo area: lift the handle on the cover
2. Pull the tab of the retaining strap,
refer to arrow, and remove the haz- ard warning triangle from the support bracket
3. To install: slide the hazard warning
triangle into the support bracket and press on the retaining strap.
Comply with legal requirements requiring you to carry a hazard
warning triangle in the vehicle.<
The first-aid kit is located under the front passenger's seat. To open: pull the handle and fold the cover down. To close: fold the cover up.
Fuel filler door
Before filling the tank, switch off the engine. If you do not, fuel can-
not be filled into the tank and the Ser- vice Engine Soon lamp may come on.<
Some of the articles in the first-aid kit may be used within a limited time only. Therefore, check the expira- tion dates of the contents regularly and replace the contents concerned in good time if necessary. You can find replace- ments in any pharmacy. Always observe all legal regulations requiring a first-aid kit to be carried in the vehicle.<
To open the fuel filler door, press on the front edge. In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can also open the fuel filler door manually: 1. Open the cover on the right in the
cargo area: lift the handle on the cover
2 Pull the knob with the fuel pump sym-
bol.
Refueling
When handling fuels always observe any safety guidelines posted at the service station. Never carry spare fuel containers in your vehi- cle. Whether empty or full, these con- tainers can leak, cause an explosion, or lead to fire in the event of a collision.<
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To close the fuel filler cap: Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you clearly hear a click.
Close the filler cap carefully after refueling until a click is heard.
While closing, be sure not to squeeze the strap which is fastened to the cap. A loose or missing cap will activate the message CHECK GAS CAP in the Check Control* or the Check Gas Cap lamp*.<
Tank capacity: approx. 24.6 gal./approx. 93 liters, including reserve 6-cylinder engine: approx. 2.0 gal./ approx. 8 liters 8-cylinder engine: approx. 2.5 gal./ approx. 10 liters.
Never attempt to continue driving until the tank is completely empty, as engine functions could be affected, and the vehicle could sustain damage as a result.<
Observe the following when refueling
Open the filler cap carefully to prevent fuel from spraying out.
Fuel spray may cause injury. Do not top off. Topping off may cause fuel spillage.<
Keep the filler cap in the bracket attached to the fuel filler door. When refueling, insert the filler nozzle completely into the filler pipe. Pulling the nozzle out of the pipe during refuel- ing > results in premature pump shutoff > and will reduce the effect of the vapor
recovery system on the pump.
The fuel tank is full when the filler noz- zle clicks off the first time.
26nFuel specifications
The engine uses lead-free gasoline only.
Required fuel Premium Unleaded Gasoline, Minimum Octane Rating: 91. Minimum Octane Rating corresponds to the Anti Knock Index AKI and is deter- mined according to the so-called (R+M)/2 method.
Do not use leaded gasoline, as otherwise the lambda probe and catalytic converter will be permanently damaged.<
Use high-quality brands Field experience has indicated signifi- cant differences in fuel quality: volatility, composition, additives, etc., among gasolines offered for sale in the United States and Canada. Fuels containing up to and including 10% ethanol or other oxygenates with up to 2.8% oxygen by weight, that is, 15% MTBE or 3% meth- anol plus an equivalent amount of co- solvent, will not void the applicable warranties with respect to defects in materials or workmanship.
The use of poor-quality fuels may result in drivability, starting and
stalling problems especially under cer- tain environmental conditions such as high ambient temperature and high alti- tude. Should you encounter drivability prob- lems which you suspect could be related to the fuel you are using, we recommend that you respond by switching to a recognized high-quality brand. Failure to comply with these recom- mendations may also result in unsched- uled maintenance.<
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Overview
Controls and features
Operation, maintenance
Owner service procedures
Technical data
Index
Controls
2 Spare key for storage in a safe place,
such as in your wallet. This key does not fit in the lock of the glove compartment. This is an advan- tage in a hotel, for example. The key is not intended for continuous use.
Replacement keys Additional or replacement keys are available at your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center.
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The key set 1 Each master key with remote control contains a long-life battery as power supply, which is automatically recharged in the ignition lock while driving. It is therefore necessary to use each master key at least twice per year in order to maintain the charge. Depending on which master key the vehicle detects during unlocking, different settings will be requested and executed in the vehi- cle, refer to Vehicle and Key memory on page 63.
Central locking system
The concept The central locking system is ready for operation as soon as you close the front doors. The system engages or releases the locks on the > doors > liftgate/tailgate > fuel filler door. The central locking system can be operated > from outside via the remote control as well as via the driver's door lock
> from inside via the button for the cen-
tral locking system.
If the system is locked from inside, the fuel filler door remains unlocked, refer to page 34. When the system is actuated from out- side of the vehicle, the anti-theft system is actuated simultaneously. This pre- vents the doors from being unlocked via lock buttons or door handles. The alarm system is also armed or disarmed. In an accident of sufficient severity the central locking system automatically unlocks, but only doors which have not been locked separately with the lock buttons, refer to page 34. In addition, the hazard warning flashers and the interior lamps are switched on.
Opening and closing: from outside
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Using remote control When you engage/release the vehicle locks, you also activate/deactivate the anti-theft system, arm/disarm the alarm system, and switch the interior lamps on/off.
Protect the remote control against unauthorized use by handing over
only the spare key, for example when using hotel valet parking.<
You can find more detailed information on the alarm system on page 38.
Since passengers or animals remaining in the vehicle might be able to lock the doors from the inside, take the vehicle's keys with you so that the vehicle can be opened again from the outside at any time.<
Unlocking vehicle
Switching on interior lamps
Press button. Press the button once to unlock the driver's door and the fuel filler door only; press a second time to unlock all remaining doors as well as the tailgate/ liftgate.
Convenience opening mode
If the vehicle is locked, press button. With this function, you can also search for your vehicle, e.g. when parked in an underground garage.
Switching off tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor
Press button once again directly after locking. For more detailed information, refer to page 39.
Opening liftgate
Briefly press the button. The liftgate will open slightly, regardless of whether it was previously locked or unlocked.
Press the button briefly and then hold down. The windows and the panorama glass sunroof open.
Locking and securing
Press button. As a confirmation that the vehicle is correctly locked, the hazard warning flashers light up.
If you so desire, you can have this function deactivated if your vehi- cle is not equipped with an alarm sys- tem.<
32nOpening and closing: from outside
Malfunction The remote control can be subjected to malfunctions by local radio waves. Should the remote control fail to oper- ate owing to interference of this kind, unlock and lock the vehicle via the door lock using the master key. If it is no longer possible to lock the vehicle via the remote control, the bat- tery is discharged. Use this remote con- trol during an extended drive; this will recharge the battery, refer to page 30.
If the vehicle is locked, the tail- gate/liftgate is also locked again
when closed. Before and after a trip, be sure that the tailgate/liftgate was not opened unin- tentionally.<
Panic mode
By pressing and holding the button for more than two seconds, you can start the alarm system if there is an impend- ing danger if it is armed. To switch off the alarm
Press button.
For US owners only The transmitter and receiver units com- ply with part 15 of the FCC/Federal Communication Commission regula- tions. Operation is governed by the fol- lowing: FCC ID: LX8EWS LX8FZVS LX8FZVE
Compliance statement: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: > This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
> this device must accept any interfer- ence received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Any unauthorized modifications to these devices could void the user's authority to operate this equip- ment.<
Opening and closing: from outside
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Convenience operation You also have the option of operating the windows and the panorama glass sunroof from the door lock. > To open: with the door closed, turn the key to the Unlock position and hold it.
> To close: with the door closed, turn
the key to the Lock position and hold it.
Watch during the closing process to be sure that no one is injured.
Releasing the key stops the operation.<
Manual operation In the event of an electrical malfunction, turn the key to the extreme left or right to unlock/lock the door.
Using door lock One turn of the key in the driver's door lock unlocks the driver's door only. Turning the key a second time unlocks all of the remaining doors, the liftgate/ tailgate and the fuel filler door. As a confirmation that the vehicle is correctly locked, the hazard warning flashers light up.
If you so desire, you can deacti- vate this function if your vehicle is
not equipped with an alarm system.<
34nOpening and closing: from inside
If only the driver's door was unlocked from the outside and
you press the button > all other doors, the tailgate/liftgate
and the fuel filler door will be unlocked when the driver's door is opened
> the driver's door will be locked again
when it is closed.<
Unlocking and opening doors > Either unlock the doors together with the button for the central locking sys- tem and then pull the door handle above the armrest or
> pull the release handle for each door twice: the first pull unlocks the door, and the second one opens it.
When the front doors are closed, this button unlocks or locks the doors and liftgate, but does not engage the anti- theft system. The fuel filler door remains unlocked.
You have the option of setting the central locking system to lock
automatically as soon as you move off. This can be adjusted to be key-spe- cific.<
Locking > Use the central locking button to lock
all of the doors simultaneously, or > press down the individual lock but-
tons. As an added design feature to prevent the driver from being inad- vertently locked out of the vehicle, the driver's lock button will not engage as long as the door is open.
When the vehicle is moving, do not lock the doors with the lock buttons. Doors locked in this manner would not unlock automatically in the event of an accident. Since passengers or animals remaining in the vehicle might be able to lock the doors from the inside, take the vehicle's keys with you so that the vehicle can be opened again from the outside at any time.<
Liftgate
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Opening from outside Press the button, refer to arrow: The liftgate opens slightly. The cargo area is illuminated whenever the liftgate is opened, refer also to page 105.
With the liftgate open, the dis- tance from the ground to the
upper edge is more than 6.6 ft/2 m. Please consider this, e.g. when opening the liftgate in a garage.<
Opening from inside Press this button to open the liftgate when the vehicle is stationary.
If pointed or sharp-edged objects could strike the rear window while
driving, be sure to provide protection around all edges. If you do not do this, the heating conductors of the rear win- dow could be damaged.<
For information on the cargo area cover and on other details in the cargo area, refer to Cargo area, beginning on page 126.
Manual release In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can release the liftgate manually: 1. Remove the plastic plug from inside
the cargo area and pull toward the interior, refer to arrow. The liftgate will be released
2. Reinstall the plug.
36nLiftgate
Tailgate
Closing You can pull the liftgate down by plac- ing both hands in the handle recesses, refer to arrows.
Opening Press button: You can fold the tailgate down.
Automatic Soft Close function To close the liftgate, merely press it down gently. The closing process will then be carried out automatically.
To avoid injuries, be sure that the travel path of the liftgate is clear
when it is closed, as with all closing procedures.<
When opened, the tailgate can accept loads of up to 440 lbs./
200 kg. When the vehicle is stationary you may, for example, utilize the tail- gate as a seat or as a loading platform for luggage or recreation gear.<
Manual release In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can release the tailgate manually: 1. Unfasten the trim panel clip with the
vehicle key or with a screwdriver, refer to arrow 1, and remove it toward the top, refer to arrow 2
Tailgate
2. Using the same tool, press the latch in the direction of the arrow; the tail- gate is released
3. Reinstall the trim panel.
Luggage straps Use the retaining straps on the cargo floor cover to secure smaller items of luggage. Movement is reduced when objects are placed on the straps. The lashing eyes located at the corners of the cargo area provide you with a convenient means of attaching luggage nets* or flexible straps for securing lug- gage. Refer also to Cargo loading on page 131.
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38nAlarm system
The concept The vehicle alarm system responds: > When a door, the hood, or the liftgate
is opened
> To movement in the vehicle interior: interior protection, refer to Tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor
> To variations in the vehicle tilt angle
such as occur during attempts to steal the wheels or tow the vehicle > To interruption of battery voltage. The system responds to unauthorized vehicle entry and attempted theft by simultaneously activating the following: > Sounding an acoustical alarm for
30 seconds
> The hazard warning flashers are acti-
vated for approx. five minutes
> The high beams flash on and off in
the same rhythm.
Arming and disarming alarm system When you lock or unlock the vehicle, either with the remote control or at the door lock, the alarm system is armed or disarmed at the same time.
You can have different acknowl- edgment signals set to confirm
arming and disarming.<
The liftgate can also be opened with the system armed using the button on the remote control, refer to page 31. The liftgate is locked again when closed. Pressing the button longer triggers the alarm: panic mode, refer to page 32.
Indicator lamp displays > The indicator lamp below the interior rearview mirror flashes continuously: the system is armed
> The indicator lamp flashes when the
vehicle is locked: door(s) or liftgate are not completely closed. Even if you do not close the alerted area, the system begins to monitor the remain- ing areas, and the indicator lamp flashes continuously after 10 sec- onds. However, the interior motion sensor is not activated
> The indicator lamp goes out when the vehicle is unlocked: no manipulation or attempted intrusions have been detected in the period since the sys- tem was armed
Alarm system
Windows
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> The indicator lamp flashes for 10 seconds after the vehicle is unlocked: an attempted entry has been detected in the period since the system was armed.
Following triggering of an alarm, the indicator lamp will flash continuously.
Avoiding unintentional alarms The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor may be switched off at the same time. This prevents unintentional alarms, e.g. in the following situations: > In stacking garages > When transporting on car-carrying
Tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor Tilt alarm sensor: The tilt of the vehicle is monitored. The alarm system reacts, for example, if someone attempts to steal the wheels or tow the vehicle. Interior motion sensor: In order for the interior motion sensor to function properly, the windows and panorama glass sunroof must be com- pletely closed.
trains
> If animals are to remain in the vehicle. Switching off the tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor:
Press the button on the remote control twice consecutively. The indicator lamp lights up briefly and then flashes continuously. The tilt alarm sensor and the interior motion sensor are switched off up to the next unlock- ing and locking actions.
Opening and closing windows As of ignition key position 1: > Press the switch up to the resistance
point: The window continues to move as long as you continue to hold the switch
> Briefly press the switch beyond the
resistance point: The window moves downward auto- matically. Briefly press the switch again to stop the opening movement. You can close the windows in the same manner by pulling the switch.
40nWindows
After the ignition has been switched off: > You can still operate the windows as long as neither of the front doors has been opened. To open the windows, press the switch beyond the resis- tance point.
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the remote control and
close the doors, as otherwise children could operate the windows and injure themselves etc.<
For the convenience mode via the remote control or the door lock, refer to pages 31, 33.
Anti-trapping mechanism A contact strip is integrated into the inner side of each of the upper window frame sections. If pressure is exerted against this contact strip while a win- dow is being raised, the system will respond by stopping the window and then retracting it a small distance.
Despite the anti-trapping mecha- nism, be extremely careful that the closing path of the window is not obstructed whenever it is closed. Otherwise, an object might not touch the contact strip in some situations, with very thin objects, for instance. You can disable the anti-trapping mechanism by pulling the switch beyond the resistance point and hold- ing it. Because the power windows are sealed at high pressure to prevent wind noise when closed, a powerful motor is required for efficient closing. When closing the windows, always ensure that they are not obstructed in any way. Unsupervised use of these systems can result in serious personal injury. Remove the ignition key to deactivate the power windows whenever you leave the vehicle. Never leave the keys in the vehicle with unsupervised children. Never place anything that could obstruct the driver's vision on or next to the windows.<
Safety switch With the safety switch, you can prevent the rear windows from being opened or closed via the switches in the rear pas- senger area, by children, for example. You can also prevent adjustments of the power rear-seat backrests from the rear passenger area, refer to page 48.
Always press the safety switch when children ride in the rear, as
otherwise unchecked closing of the windows could lead to injuries.<
Panorama glass sunroof*
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the remote control and
close the doors, as otherwise children could operate the roof and injure them- selves etc.<
The panorama glass sunroof is opera- tional from ignition key position 1. After the ignition has been switched off: You can operate the panorama glass sunroof for up to 1 minute as long as neither of the doors has been opened.
Raising, opening, closing Press the switch or slide it in the desired direction up to the resistance point. Release the switch to stop the motion. The sliding visor is opened slightly when the panorama glass sunroof is raised. The panorama glass sunroof can be opened or closed independently with the sliding visor open.
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Ventilation setting: The panorama glass sunroof is raised and the sliding visor is opened slightly: Briefly press the switch twice consecu- tively.
Automatic opening and closing Briefly press the switch beyond the resistance point and then release it. Briefly pressing the switch again stops the motion. Opening and closing panorama glass sunroof and sliding visor together: Briefly press the switch beyond the resistance point twice consecutively. Briefly pressing the switch again stops the motion.
Comfort position Each time the panorama glass sunroof is completely opened or closed, it stops in the comfort position. If desired, con- tinue the motion following this with the switch. In the comfort position the wind noises in the interior are reduced.
42nPanorama glass sunroof*
Anti-trapping mechanism If the panorama glass sunroof or sliding visor encounter resistance when clos- ing from roughly one third of the roof opening or when closing from the raised position, the closing action is interrupted and the panorama glass sunroof and sliding visor reopen a little.
Despite the anti-trapping mecha- nism inspect the roof's travel path prior to closing it, as the safety system might fail to detect certain kinds of obstructions, such as very thin objects, and the roof would continue closing. The anti-trapping mechanism for clos- ing the panorama glass sunroof is deactivated if the switch is pressed beyond the resistance point and held there. The closing action is interrupted when you release the switch.<
Following a power failure Following interruptions in electrical power, for instance, when the battery is disconnected, it is possible that the panorama glass sunroof will extend to its tilt-up position, but fail to respond to other commands. The system must be initialized. BMW recommends having this work carried out by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center.
Manual operation In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can operate the panorama glass sunroof manually. 1. Take Allen wrench and screwdriver
from onboard tool kit, refer to page 158
2. Remove cover panel on headliner.
To do so, insert the screwdriver from behind slightly off-center and care- fully pry the cover out
3. Insert the Allen wrench into the
opening provided and turn the pan- orama glass sunroof in the desired direction.
Sitting safely
The ideal sitting position can make a vital contribution to relaxed driving that is as fatigue-free as possible. In con- junction with the safety belts, the head restraints and the airbags, the seat position also plays an important role for the passive safety of the occupants in an accident. To ensure that the safety systems operate with optimized effi- ciency, we strongly urge you to observe the instructions contained in the follow- ing section. For additional information on transport- ing children safely, refer to page 59.
Airbags
Always maintain an adequate dis- tance between yourself and the
airbags. Always hold the steering wheel by its rim with hands at the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock positions to minimize the risk of injuries to your hands and arms in the event of airbag deployment. No one and nothing is to come between the airbags and the seat occupant. Do not use the cover of the front airbag on the front passenger side as a stor- age area. Make sure that the front pas- senger is correctly seated and does not rest feet or legs on the instrument panel, otherwise leg injuries can occur if the front airbag is triggered. Never let
an occupant's head rest near or on a side airbag because the inflating airbag could cause a serious injury.<
Even if you adhere to all the instructions injuries resulting from contact with air- bags cannot be fully excluded, depend- ing on the circumstances. The ignition and inflation noise may provoke a mild – usually temporary – hearing loss in extremely sensitive individuals. For airbag locations and additional information on airbags, refer to page 57.
Safety belt For every trip, use the safety belt on all occupied seats. Airbags complement the safety belt as an additional safety device, but they do not represent a sub- stitute. Your vehicle has five seats that are all equipped with a safety belt.
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At all times, occupants should sit upright and be properly restrained – infants and small children in appropri- ate child-restraint systems; larger chil- dren and adults using the safety belts. Each safety belt should always be used by only one person, babies and children may not ride on the lap of another pas- senger. Pregnant women should also always wear a safety belt and take make espe- cially sure that the belt rests low on the hips in the lap area, and does not press against the abdomen. Do not route the belt across your neck, or run it across sharp edges. Be sure that the belt does not become caught or jammed. Wear the safety belt without twisting and tautly across the lap and shoulders as close to the body as pos- sible. Be sure not to route it over solid or breakable objects, as otherwise the belt can slip over the hips in the lap area in a frontal impact and injure the abdomen. Avoid wearing clothing that prevents the belt from fitting properly and pull the belt in the upper body area periodically to readjust the tension, in order to avoid a reduction in the restraint of the safety belt.<
44nSitting safely
Seats
If the middle safety belt in the rear is used, the wider seatback must be locked, refer to page 126, as otherwise the safety belt has no restraining action. Fasten safety belt, refer to page 49.
Seat adjustment > Mechanical seat adjustment, refer to
following columns
> Power seat adjustment, refer to
page 46
> Head restraints, refer to page 47
> Power rear-seat backrest adjustment,refer to page 48
Note before adjusting
Never try to adjust your seat while operating the vehicle. The seat
could respond with unexpected move- ment, and the ensuing loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident. On the front passenger side as well, do not tilt the backrest too far toward the rear while driving. Failure to observe this precaution can prevent the belt from providing effective protection against injury, as the passenger could slide under the belt in an accident.<
Also observe the information on the safety belts on page 49 and on the head restraints on page 47.
Mechanical seat adjustment
45n
Seat adjustment 1 Backward/forward direction
Pull the lever and slide the seat to the desired position. After you release the lever, move the seat forward or backward slightly so that it engages fully
2 Height
Pull the lever and apply weight to or remove weight from the seat as required
3 Backrest
Pull the lever and apply weight to or remove weight from the backrest as needed
Comply with the adjustment instructions on page 43. Failure
to do so could result in diminished per- sonal safety.<
Sports seat* adjustment You can adjust the thigh support addi- tionally: Pull the lever and adjust the position of the thigh support for your personal comfort.
