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the child-restraint system. The retrac- tion mechanism is now locked.
Transporting children safely
Unlocking safety belt Unlock the safety belt, remove the child-restraint device and allow the belt retractor to reel the belt completely in.
Each sitting position is fitted with a head restraint. The figure shows the fastening of the tether strap in the outer seating posi- tions.
Child-restraint system with tether strap If you use a child-restraint system with a tether strap, three additional tether anchorage points have been provided, refer to the arrows in the illustration. Depending on the location selected for seating in the rear passenger area, attach the tether strap to the corre- sponding anchorage point to secure the child-restraint system, as shown in the illustration below.
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62nTransporting children safely
The figure shows the fastening of the tether strap in the center seating posi- tion. Routing of the tether strap: Route the tether strap through the cen- ter between the head restraint and the rear backrest. When using the cargo area roll-up cover, also route the tether strap between the rear backrest and the cas- ing of the roll-up cover.
Adjust the tether strap according to the child-restraint manufac-
turer's instructions.<
LATCH child-restraint fixing system LATCH: Lower Anchor and Tethers for CHildren. The rear outer seating positions are provided with anchors for a LATCH child-restraint fixing system. The figure shows the left rear seat as an example. The mounts for attachment of the LATCH child-restraint fixing system are located behind the cover panels: Remove cover panels by pulling them toward the front. To remount, simply slide into place.
Follow the manufacturer's operat- ing and safety instructions for
attachment of the LATCH child-restraint fixing system.<
Child-safety locks of rear doors Slide the safety lever on the rear doors downward: The door can now be opened from the outside only.
Safety switch for power windows Press the safety switch for the power windows, refer to page 40, when chil- dren ride on the back seat
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Examples for Key Memory: > Automatic adjustment of the driver's
seat, exterior mirror and steering wheel with settings stored in the memory for the individual driver when the vehicle is unlocked, refer to page 51
> Calling up customized settings for the automatic climate control when unlocking the vehicle, refer to page 112.
Vehicle Memory, Key Memory
How the system functions You have probably frequently wished that you could configure individual functions of your vehicle to reflect your own personal requirements. In engi- neering your vehicle, BMW has included several user-defined func- tions in the vehicle's design. Your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center can make these settings for you. There are vehicle and person-related adjustments: Vehicle Memory and Key Memory. You can have up to four differ- ent basic positions configured for four different persons. The only requirement is that each person uses his or her own remote control key. When your vehicle is unlocked with the remote control, the vehicle recognizes the individual user by means of a data exchange with the key, and makes adjustments accordingly. In order for you to distinguish between the master keys with remote control, color-coded decals are supplied together with the keys.
What the system can do Your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle cen- ter can provide you with details on the capabilities of the Vehicle Memory and Key Memory systems.
You will see this symbol through- out the Owner's Manual. It is to
remind you at appropriate places of the settings that are available to you.<
Following configuration of the memory functions, vehicle opera- tion may differ from the description in the Owner's Manual. Should you want to sell your BMW some day, please remember to have the memory func- tions reset to the default state.<
Examples for Vehicle Memory: > Various signals that can serve as acknowledgment for locking and unlocking the vehicle, refer to pages 31, 33
> Deactivating/activating the Pathway lighting function, refer to page 103.
64nIgnition lock
Ignition key positions 0 Steering lock engaged 1 Steering lock disengaged 2 Ignition on 3 Starting engine
Steering lock engaged The key can only be inserted or removed in this position. After removing the key, turn the steer- ing wheel slightly to the left or right until you hear the lock engage. If the key is not removed, an acoustic signal sounds after the driver's door is opened.
Vehicles with automatic transmis- sion:
Only move the selector lever from posi- tion P with the engine running. To turn the key back to position 0 or to remove it, first place the selector lever in position P: interlock.<
Steering lock disengaged Slightly moving the steering often makes it easier to turn the key from 0 to 1. Individual current consumers are ready for operation.
Starting engine
Vehicles with manual transmis- sion:
Depress the clutch pedal when starting the engine. If you do not, a lock pre- vents the engine from starting.<
Starting engine
Before starting > Engage the handbrake > Be sure that the gearshift lever is in
Neutral or the selector lever in Park if the vehicle is equipped with an auto- matic transmission
> Press the clutch pedal.
If the clutch pedal is not depressed, the engine cannot be started
> In vehicles with automatic transmis-
sions, depress the footbrake.
Do not run the engine in closed rooms, as otherwise the inhaling
of toxic exhaust gases can cause unconsciousness and death. The exhaust gases contain carbon monox- ide, an odorless and colorless, but highly toxic gas. Never leave an unattended vehicle with the engine running, as such a vehicle represents a potential safety hazard. To prevent the vehicle from rolling, always select neutral or the position P and engage the handbrake before leav- ing the vehicle with the engine run- ning.<
When starting the engine, do not press the accelerator pedal.
Starting engine
Do not allow the engine to warm up by leaving it running while the vehicle remains stationary. Instead, begin to drive immediately at a moderate engine speed. X5 3.0i: Do not end the starting procedure too soon, however at the latest after approx. 20 seconds. Release the igni- tion key immediately as soon as the engine starts. X5 4.4i, 4.8is: Your BMW is equipped with the conve- nience starting feature. Here, it is suffi- cient to turn the ignition key only briefly to position 3 'Start engine' and to let go of it right away. The starter actuation continues to operate automatically for a certain period of time and is stopped automatically as soon as the engine has started. The automatic starting mode will not operate or will be canceled if the bat- tery voltage is insufficient. The engine can be jump started, refer to page 171.
Switching off engine
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Should the engine fail to start on the first attempt, if it is very hot or cold, for instance: > Press the accelerator pedal halfway
down while engaging the starter.
Cold starts at altitudes above 3,300 ft/ 1,000 meters and at very low tempera- tures, from approx. +57/–156: > For the initial starting attempt, allow the starter to remain engaged some- what longer, approx. 10 seconds.
Engine idle speed is controlled by the engine computer system. Increased speeds at startup are normal and should decrease as the engine warms up. If engine speed does not decrease, service is required. To prevent the battery from discharg- ing, always switch off electrical devices that are not in use. Switch the ignition off when the vehicle is not being driven.
Extended starting attempts, char- acterized by excessively frequent
or long periods with the starter engaged, can lead to damage of the catalytic converter.<
Manual transmission: 1. Turn the ignition key to position 1
or 0.
2. Shift into first gear or reverse. Automatic transmission: 1. Shift into selector lever position P. 2. Turn the ignition key to position 1
or 0.
Do not remove the ignition key when the vehicle is moving, as
otherwise the steering could lock. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the ignition key and lock the steering. Vehicles with manual transmission: Always engage the handbrake when parking on slopes and inclined sur- faces. Even placing the gearshift lever in 1st gear or reverse may not provide adequate resistance to rolling. Vehicles with automatic transmission: Place the selector lever in Park.<
Vehicles with automatic transmission: The vehicle must be stationary and the selector lever in Park before you can remove the ignition key.
66nHandbrake
Manual transmission
If exceptional circumstances should make it necessary to
engage the handbrake while the vehicle is in motion, do not pull it too strongly. In doing so, continuously press the but- ton of the handbrake lever. Excessive pressure can lead to over- braking and loss of traction – fishtailing – at the rear axle. The brake lamps do not light up when the handbrake is applied. Vehicles with manual transmission: Always engage the handbrake when parking on slopes and inclined sur- faces. Even placing the gearshift lever in 1st gear or reverse may not provide adequate resistance to rolling. Vehicles with automatic transmission: Place the selector lever in Park.<
To avoid corrosion, apply the hand- brake lightly from time to time when coasting to a standstill at a traffic signal, for instance, provided that it is safe to do so.
Press the clutch pedal all the way down each time you shift, pressing the gear- shift lever into its proper end position. Depress the clutch when starting the vehicle, too, otherwise, the interlock will prevent the engine from starting if the clutch is not depressed.
While shifting in the 5th/6th gear lane, press the selector lever
toward the right, as otherwise acciden- tal shifting into the 3rd or 4th gear could result in engine damage.<
The handbrake is primarily intended to prevent the vehicle from rolling while parked; it brakes the rear wheels.
Engaging The lever engages automatically when you pull it up and the indicator lamp comes on in the instrument cluster in ignition key position 2, refer to pages 19, 21.
Releasing Pull up slightly on the lever, press the button and lower the lever.
Manual transmission
Automatic transmission with Steptronic*
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Reverse Select only when the vehicle is station- ary. Press the gearshift lever to the left to overcome the resistance. As you do this, the backup lamps will turn on automatically when the ignition key is in position 2.
In addition to fully automatic operation, you can also manually shift with the Steptronic, refer to page 69. Under normal operating conditions, fuel consumption is lowest when driving in position D.
Selector lever positions
P R N D M/S
The transmission range display varies according to the equipment of your vehicle.
Starting engine The engine can only be started in the selector lever position Park or Neutral.
D Drive, automatic driving position This position is designed for driving under all normal operating conditions. All forward gears are available.
Kick-down The kick-down mode provides maxi- mum acceleration. Depress the accelerator pedal past the increased resistance point at the full- throttle position.
68nAutomatic transmission with Steptronic*
Range selection > The selector lever can be removed from the P position with the ignition switched on or the engine running: interlock
> With the vehicle stationary, press the
footbrake before shifting out of P or N, as otherwise the selector lever is blocked: shiftlock. Hold the footbrake down until starting off. The vehicle will otherwise creep when a drive position is engaged.
An interlock prevents inadvertent gear- shifts into selector-lever positions R and P. To cancel the interlock, press the button on the front of the selector lever knob, refer to arrow.
P Park Select only when the vehicle is station- ary. The transmission locks to prevent the rear wheels from turning.
R Reverse Select only when the vehicle is station- ary.
N Neutral, idle For example, engage in automatic car washes. The vehicle can roll.
Automatic transmission with Steptronic*
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M/S manual operation and Sport Program Shift selector lever from position D toward the left into the shifting slot M/S: the Sport Program is activated and DS appears in the instrument cluster. This position is recommended for a perfor- mance-oriented driving style. When you briefly press the selector lever in the + or – direction, manual operation is activated and Steptronic changes the gear The following appears in the instrument cluster depending on the model > 1 to 5 or 1 to 6
> M1 to M5 or M1 to M6.Upshifts and downshifts are executed only when they will result in a plausible combination of engine and vehicle speed; thus, for example, a downshift that would cause the engine to overrev will not be executed by the system. The gear selected will appear briefly in the instrument cluster followed by the cur- rent gear. In order to go back to using automatic, move the selector lever toward the right into position D.
Malfunction
The warning lamp lights up or the message TRANS.FAILSAFE PROG appears in the Check
Control. A malfunction has occurred in the transmission system. Avoid heavy loads. Bring the vehicle to a stop. Move the transmission selector lever to P. Set the handbrake and switch the engine off, ignition key to position 0. Wait a few seconds, then start the engine. If the indicator lamp goes out after a few seconds, normal transmission per- formance has been restored. You may continue to drive as usual. If the indica- tor lamp does not go out, you can place the selector lever in all positions. How- ever, the vehicle will now only drive for- ward with limited gear selection. Have the system checked as soon as possible. Information on jump starting, tow-start- ing and towing begins on page 171.
70nTurn signals/headlamp flasher
1 High beams 2 Headlamp flasher 3 Turn signals
Signaling briefly Press lever to resistance point and hold for as long as you wish to signal.
Atypically rapid flashing of the turn signal indicator light indicates the
failure of a turn signal lamp and when towing a trailer, indicates the failure of one of the trailer's turn signal lamps. After switching off the ignition, make sure the roadside parking lamps have not been left on.<
Washer/wiper system/rain sensor*
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Fold-out position The left wiper is partially concealed by the hood. In order to bring the wipers to roughly a vertical position, this is impor- tant for changing the wiper blades or to fold the wipers out during frosty weather, for example: > With the lever in position 1, switch off
the ignition as soon as the wipers come to a stop.
If equipped with a rain sensor: 1. Switch on the wipers with the lever in
position 1, 2 or 4
2. When the wipers are approx. vertical,
switch the ignition off.
For changing the wiper blades, refer to page 158.
Fold the wipers back down onto the windshield before you turn the
ignition key to position 1 or 2 again. If you do not, they could be damaged.<
Intermittent mode Not on vehicles with rain sensor. You can set the wipe interval to four stages with serrated dial 7. In addition, the wipe interval is varied automatically depending on road speed.
Rain sensor The rain sensor automatically controls the wiper operation as a function of the rain intensity. It is positioned on the windshield, directly in front of the inte- rior rearview mirror. To activate the rain sensor: Move the lever to position 1 as of igni- tion key position 1. The wipers travel once across the windshield, regardless of the weather conditions. You can leave the lever permanently in position 1. It is then only necessary to activate the rain sensor as of ignition key position 1. To do this, turn serrated dial 7 briefly.
0 Wipers retracted 1 Intermittent mode or rain sensor 2 Normal wipe 3 Fast wipe 4 Brief wipe 5 Windshield washing 6 Special wash program* 7 Serrated dial for control of the wipe interval or the sensitivity of the rain sensor
Windshield washer nozzles The windshield washer jets are warmed automatically when the ignition key is in position 2.
72nWasher/wiper system/rain sensor*
To adjust the sensitivity of the rain sen- sor: Turn serrated dial 7. Deactivating the rain sensor: Move lever to position 0.
Deactivate the rain sensor when passing through an automatic car
wash. Failure to do so could result in damage caused by undesired wiper activation.<
Normal wipe The system switches automatically to intermittent mode when the vehicle is stationary, not on vehicles with rain sensor.
Fast wipe The wipers operate at normal speed when the vehicle is not moving, not on vehicles with rain sensor.
Windshield washing The system sprays washer fluid against the windshield and activates the wipers for a brief period.
Special wash program* As with 5; several additional wash cycles are carried out and the head- lamps are cleaned*. This program is recommended after you have driven on extremely dirty roads.
Headlamp washing* > With the special wash program 6
> With every actuation of clean thewindshield 5 when the vehicle's light- ing is switched on, the headlamps will be cleaned at appropriate inter- vals.
Do not use the washers if there is any danger that the fluid will
freeze on the windshield. If you do so, your vision could be obscured. There- fore use antifreeze, refer to page 150. Do not actuate washer systems when the fluid reservoir is empty, as other- wise the washer pump will be dam- aged.<
Washer/wiper system/rain sensor*
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Programming is deleted: > approximately 10 seconds after the
lever is placed in position 0 or
> after the engine is switched off. For changing the wiper blade, refer to page 158.
Rear window wiper 0 Retracted position of the rear window
wiper
1 Rear window wiper in intermittent
mode. When reverse gear is engaged, continuous operation is switched on automatically
2 Cleaning rear window You can also program the interval: > Switch briefly from position 0 to posi-
tion 1
> The time until reactivation, from posi- tion 0 to 1, is the programmed inter- val; max. 30 seconds.
74nCruise control*
You can automatically maintain and store any desired vehicle speed above approx. 20 mph/30 km/h. You can use cruise control whenever the system is active while the engine is running. On the sports steering wheel*, there are +/– buttons on the right side of the steering wheel for the cruise control.
Do not use the cruise control when unfavorable conditions do not permit driving at constant speed. Otherwise you could loose control of the vehicle and cause an accident. These unfavorable conditions include winding roads, heavy traffic or poor road conditions, e.g. snow, rain, ice or a loose road surface.<
Activating system
Maintaining and storing speed or accelerating
As of ignition key position 2: Press button; the indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on, refer to page 22. You are able to use the cruise control.
Deactivating system
Press the button repeatedly until the indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out. The cruise control is also deactivated when the ignition key is turned into position 0. The speed stored in the memory is deleted.
Briefly press button +: The system maintains and stores the current vehicle speed. Every time you briefly press the button, the speed increases by approx. 0.6 mph/1 km/h. Press and hold button +: The vehicle accelerates without pres- sure on the accelerator pedal. When you release the button, the system maintains and stores the current speed. If, on a downhill grade, the engine's braking effect is not sufficient, the con- trolled speed can be exceeded. Speed can drop on uphill grades if the engine output is insufficient.
Cruise control*
Deceleration
Interrupting cruise control
Recalling stored setting
Press button: The vehicle accelerates to and main- tains the last speed stored.
Briefly press button –: When cruise control is active, every brief touch of the button reduces the speed by approx. 0.6 mph/1 km/h. Press and hold button –: With the cruise control active, the sys- tem automatically reduces the throttle opening to slow the vehicle. When you release the button, the system main- tains and stores the current speed.
When the system is activated, press button 1. The indicator lamp stays on. You can use the cruise control again whenever required by calling up the speed that was stored last. In addition, cruise control is interrupted automatically: > When you apply pressure to the
brake pedal
> When you apply pressure to the
clutch pedal or when you move the automatic transmission selector lever from Drive to Neutral
> If you exceed or fall below the con-
trolled speed for an extended period, by depressing the accelerator, for example
> When DSC Dynamic Stability Control
is set.
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Ice warning If the outside temperature drops to approx. +37.57/+36, a signal sounds as a warning and the display flashes for a brief period.
The ice warning does not alter the fact that surface ice can form at
temperatures above +37.57/+36, on bridges or shaded road surfaces, for instance.<
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Odometer, outside temperature display
1 Odometer 2 Trip odometer 3 Outside temperature display
Odometer You can activate the displays shown in the illustration with the ignition key in position 0 by pressing the button in the instrument cluster, refer to arrow. The range of available displays varies according to your individual vehicle's equipment.
Trip odometer To reset the trip odometer to zero, press the button, refer to arrow, with the ignition key in position 1 or 2.
Outside temperature display The outside temperature appears in the display as of ignition key position 1. You can change the units of measure- ment 7/6 by 1. pressing and holding down the but- ton, refer to arrow, with the ignition key in position 1 and
2. then turning the ignition key to 0.
At the same time the units of mea- surement in the temperature display of the automatic climate control will be changed, refer to page 110.
Refer also to page 83.
Tachometer
Energy control
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X5 3.0i, 4.4i Do not operate the engine with the needle in the red overspeed zone of the gage, refer to arrow. In this range, the fuel supply is inter- rupted to protect the engine.
X5 3.0i, 4.4i Shows the current fuel consumption. This allows you to see whether your current driving style is conducive to fuel economy with minimum exhaust emis- sions.
X5 4.8is The orange warning sector gradually moves upward as the engine warms to its normal operating temperature. As the engine temperature increases, an increasing number of sectors in this warning panel go out. Avoid allowing the engine speed to rise as far as the orange warning sector whenever possible. Do not operate the engine with the needle in the red overspeed zone of the gage, refer to arrow. In this range, the fuel supply is inter- rupted to protect the engine.
Refuel well before the tank is empty, as otherwise engine func- tions will not be ensured and damage can occur if you drive down to the last drop.<
When you switch on the ignition, the indicator lamp comes on briefly to con- firm that the system is operational.
78nEngine oil thermometer
Fuel gage
X5 4.8is The general operating temperature lies between 1767/806 and 2487/ 1206. Do not exceed the maximum value of 3027/1506.
If the indicator lamp comes on and stays on, there are approx. > 2.0 gal./8 liters, 6-cylinder engine > 2.5 gal./10 liters, 8-cylinder engine of fuel still in the tank. Tank capacity: approx. 24.6 gal./ approx. 93 liters. If the tilt of the vehicle varies, when you are driving in mountainous areas, for example, the indicator may fluctuate slightly.
Coolant temperature gage
Service Interval Display
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Blue The engine is still cold. Drive at moder- ate engine and vehicle speeds.
Red When you switch on the ignition, the warning lamp* comes on briefly to con- firm that the system is operational. If the warning lamp lights up during driving or the message COOLANT TEMPERATURE appears in the Check Control: the engine is overheated. Switch off the engine immediately and allow it to cool down. Checking coolant level, refer to page 152.
Between blue and red zones Normal operating range. The dial may wander up to the red field.
The range of available displays varies according to your individual vehicle's equipment.
Green lamps The number of illuminated lamps decreases as the time for your next maintenance visit approaches.
Yellow lamp This field appears together with OILSERVICE or INSPECTION. Maintenance is due. Please contact your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle cen- ter for an appointment.
Red lamp The maintenance deadline has been passed.
80n Check Control
Graphic display* The following alerts or status messages are displayed with icons as of ignition key position 2 until the defects are cor- rected: 1 Check low beams 2 Add washer fluid, goes out after
approx. 1 minute
3 Door open 4 Tailgate open 5 Check brake and tail lamps. A defec- tive center brake lamp is indicated by the upper symbol.
When you open the door after stopping, a warning signal sounds without a visual indicator for: > LIGHTS ON > KEY IN IGNITION LOCK.
Alphanumeric display* Text messages are used to alert the driver to system malfunctions as of igni- tion key position 2. The alert is accom- panied by an acoustic signal. 1 Status messages symbol 2 Display 3 CHECK button Messages concerning system faults are differentiated based on two priorities:
Priority 1
These defects are immediately indi- cated by an acoustic signal and a flash- ing warning symbol 1. Simultaneous defects will be displayed consecutively. These status messages remain in the display until the defects are corrected. They cannot be deleted by pressing the CHECK button 3: > RELEASE PARKINGBRAKE > COOLANT TEMPERATURETemperature too high. Stop the vehi- cle immediately and switch off the engine, refer to pages 79 and 152
> STOP! ENGINE OILPRESS
Oil pressure too low. Stop the vehicle immediately and switch off the engine, refer to pages 19, 150
Check Control
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> CHECK BRAKE FLUID
> TRANSMISS'N OVERHEAT*
> CHECK ENGINE OIL LEV
Level has dropped approx. to mini- mum. Have the brake fluid topped up as soon as possible, refer to page 153. Have the reason for the brake fluid loss eliminated by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center
> DSC/4x4 INACTIVE
DSC and/or four-wheel drive system xDrive has failed. The stabilizing interventions of DSC and/or the four-wheel drive system xDrive are no longer available. Drive may then only be carried out via the rear axle. Have the system checked at the nearest BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center. For additional information, refer to page 97
> SELFLEVEL SUSP.INACT*
Please consult the nearest BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center
> SELFLEVEL SUSP.INACT*
MAX. 35 MPH/MAX. 60 KM/H* These messages are displayed con- secutively. Do not exceed a maximum speed of 35 mph/60 km/h. Please consult the nearest BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center
Reduce speed immediately and stop at a suitable location so that the sys- tem can cool down again. Please contact the nearest BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center.
> LIMIT*
Display when the programmed road- speed limit is exceeded, refer to page 88.
Priority 2
These displays appear for 20 seconds as of ignition key position 2. The warn- ing symbols remain after the message disappears. You can open the mes- sages again for display by pressing the CHECK button. > TRUNKLID OPENThis message only appears when starting off
> DOOR OPEN
This message appears after a minimal defined road speed has been exceeded
> FASTEN SEAT BELTS*
In addition, the indicator lamp with the belt symbol lights up and an acoustic signal sounds > WASHER FLUID LOW
Too low, top up at the next opportu- nity, refer to page 150
The oil level is at the absolute mini- mum point. Therefore, have the engine oil topped up as soon as pos- sible, refer to page 150. Until then, do not drive more than approx. 30 miles/ 50 km.
> CHECK GAS CAP
Check to see whether the fuel filler cap has been closed properly, refer to page 25
> OUTSIDE TEMP. +237/–56
This display is only an example. The current temperature is displayed at outside temperatures of +37.57/ +36 and below, refer also to page 76
> CHECK BRAKE LIGHTS
A lamp has failed or the electrical cir- cuit has a fault, refer to page 161 or consult a BMW Sports Activity Vehi- cle center
> CHECK LOWBEAM LIGHTS
CHECK SIDE LIGHTS CHECK REAR LIGHTS CHECK FRONT FOGLAMPS CHECK LICPLATE LIGHT CHECK HIGHBEAM LIGHT CHECK BACK UP LIGHTS The respective lamp may have failed or the electrical circuit may be defec- tive, refer to page 159 or consult a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center
82nCheck Control
Computer
> TRANS. FAILSAFE PROG*
Please consult the nearest BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center, refer to page 69
> CHECK BRAKE LININGS
Have the brake pads inspected by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center, refer to page 140
> CHECK COOLANT LEVELCoolant too low, top off at the next opportunity, refer to page 152
> ENGINE FAILSAFE PROG
Fault in the engine electronics. You can continue to drive with reduced engine output or engine speed. Please have the system inspected by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center.
Displays after completion of trip All of the malfunctions registered during the trip appear consecutively when the ignition key is turned to position 0. The following displays will appear when appropriate: > LIGHTS ON > KEY IN IGNITION LOCK > CHECK ENGINE OIL LEV
Top up engine oil at the next oppor- tunity, e.g. while refueling, refer to page 150.
This display appears when you open the driver's door after parking the vehi- cle. A supplementary acoustic signal is also heard. Status messages remain available with the CHECK button 3 for a period of approx. three minutes after the display goes out and the key is removed from the ignition lock. If there were multiple messages, press the CHECK button repeatedly to view them all in sequence.
Checking Check Control Press the CHECK button 3 with the ignition key in position 2: CHECK CONTROL OK appears in the display. No malfunctions are present in the monitored systems.
Computer You can find a description of the com- puter on pages 82 and 88 as well as in the Owner's Manual for Onboard Com- puter.
You can have the Check Control and computer messages dis-
played in a different language.<
Mode selection As of ignition key position 1, you can call up information from the computer using the computer button in the turn signal lever. A new function appears each time you briefly press the computer button. The display sequence: > Outside temperature > Average fuel consumption > Cruising range > Average speed. As of ignition key position 1, the last active setting is displayed. The range of available displays varies according to your individual vehicle's equipment.
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Computer with alphanumeric display* If your vehicle has Check Control with alphanumeric display, the system's computer is described beginning on page 88 and in the Owner's Manual for Onboard Computer.
Computer
Outside temperature and average fuel consumption You can change the units of measure- ment 7/6 for the outside temperature display by 1. pressing and holding the trip odome- ter reset button with the ignition key in position 1 and
2. then turning the ignition key to 0.
At the same time the units of mea- surement in the temperature display of the automatic climate control will be changed, refer to page 110.
Refer also to page 76. The average fuel consumption is calcu- lated for the time during which the engine is running.
Cruising range and average speed Displays the estimated cruising range available with the remaining fuel. The fuel level is measured and the range is calculated taking the driving style over the last 20 miles/30 km into account. Periods with the vehicle parked and the engine off are not included in the calcu- lations of average speed.
Canceling display If the button in the turn signal lever is pressed briefly while the average speed is displayed, the computer display can be masked out.
Restarting calculations If you continue to press the computer button in the turn signal lever, the aver- age values which were just displayed for fuel consumption and speed will be recalculated from that point. The engine must be running for this calculation.
84nMID Multi-Information Display
Central display The MID serves as the central display and operation for the following onboard systems: > Digital clock, e.g. time display, date > Audio systems: radio, cassette, CD > Computer, e.g. fuel consumption,
cruising range
> Telephone, e.g. dialing. You will find explanations and notes for operating the digital clock and the com- puter on the following pages. Please refer to the separate Owner's Manuals for operating the audio systems, the telephone and the onboard computer.
Any unrealistic numerical entries will not be accepted.
All stored data will be lost if the power supply is interrupted. Time display, switch-on times for independent venti- lation, distance and cruise control speed limit may have to be reset once the power supply has been reestab- lished.<
1 Function button for audio systems 2 Function button for the telephone 3 Indicator lamp for independent venti-
lation > remains on if switch-on time is
active
> flashes while operating
4 Function button for the digital clock
and computer
5 Indicator display for the various
onboard systems
6 Display for the entry and call-up but-
tons. Depending on the operating mode, the functions and alternatives that can be selected at the buttons are displayed here
7 Entry and call-up buttons for operat-
ing the various onboard systems
Digital clock in MID
To avoid endangering yourself or other road users, only make
entries when the vehicle is stationary.<
Calling up time or date
Press the left side of the button. Display shows:
Changing time
Changing date
Press the left side of the button.
Press the left side of the button.
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Press the right side of the button: The dots flash in the display. To change the setting:
Press.
You can have the time displayed in 12 or 24 hours. To change the display:
Press on the left/right, or hold the but- ton down. To store the entry:
Press the right side of the button: The dots and the DATE display flash. To change the setting:
Press the left side of the button. If the 12-hour time display is in use, AM or PM appears after the time.
Press the right side of the button.
Press on the left/right, or hold the but- ton down. To store the entry:
Press the right side of the button. The clock takes leap years into account and therefore does not have to be reset manually.
86nDigital clock in MID
Reminder signal You can program a reminder signal – memo – to be heard every hour, so that you are sure not to miss a news broad- cast.
Stopwatch
To start the stopwatch function:
Press the left side of the button.
Press the right side of the button. To take an intermediate time reading:
Press the left side of the button.
Press. Display shows:
Press.
Press: MEMO OFF appears in the display for entry and call-up buttons, and the tone symbol will appear in the upper right of the display. A signal is then heard 15 seconds before each hour.
Press: The stopwatch display can be seen counting up; the stopwatch continues to run. To halt the stopwatch:
Press the right side of the button.
The stopwatch is halted when the ignition key is turned back to 0,
but starts to run again when the ignition key is turned to 1.<
Digital clock in MID
Entering switch-on times for independent ventilation You can enter two different switch-on times. The ventilation will switch off automati- cally after 30 minutes.
Please follow the instructions for operating the independent ventila-
tion that start on page 116.<
Press the left side of the button.
Press on the left/right. Display shows:
Press the right side of the button: Display flashes, e.g. TIMER 1.
To enter the time:
Press on the left/right, or hold the but- ton down. To confirm the entry:
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Directly switching independent ventilation on and off
The independent ventilation func- tion can only be called up in igni-
tion key position 1.<
Press the left side of the button.
Press the right side of the button. The activated time is marked with an asterisk.
Press.
The switch-on times remain stored until new entries are made. You can change switch-on times that have already been stored by making a new time entry as described above. When the switch-on time is active, the LED comes on in the MID. During actual operation of the ventilation, the LED flashes. The LED goes out when the system is switched off. To activate/deactivate the time:
Press twice.
