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88nComputer* in MID
To avoid endangering yourself or other road users, only make
entries when the vehicle is stationary.<
Computer calculations begin at the start of the journey. Information can also be called up in the display by the remote control, refer to page 92.
Speed limit Speed limit entry: You can enter the road speed here at which you wish to hear and see a reminder signal: a signal will sound, the word LIMIT will flash, and with the Check Control with alphanumeric dis- play*, the speed limit warning stored in the memory will appear on the instru- ment cluster briefly. The speed limit reminder is only repeated if road speed has fallen at least 3 mph/5 km/h below the preset speed limit.
Display shows:
Enter the limit by pressing the function buttons. To correct an entry:
Press the left side of the button and repeat the entry. To store the entry:
Press the right side of the button.
Press the right side of the button.
Press.
Press the right side of the button.
Computer* in MID
Adopting the current speed as the speed limit:
Press the right side of the button.
Distance to destination The remaining distance to the destina- tion will be displayed on the screen. Enter the entire distance before starting the journey. To enter:
Press.
Press the right side of the button.
To correct an entry:
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Press the left side of the button and repeat the entry. To store the entry:
Press the right side of the button. Checking stored value:
Press the right side of the button.
Press twice at right. Deactivating the speed limit:
Press the right side of the button.
Press the left side of the button.
Press the right side of the button. Display shows:
Press the left side of the button.
Press. The LIMIT display goes out, but the stored value is not lost and can be reactivated by pressing the LIMIT but- ton.
You can enter the distance by pressing the function buttons.
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Estimated time of arrival When you have entered the distance to your destination, you can obtain an esti- mated time of arrival display which is continuously updated by the computer as your average driving period varies.
Press the right side of the button.
Press the right side of the button: The estimated time of arrival is dis- played.
Cruising range The distance which the vehicle should cover on the remaining fuel in the tank is displayed.
Press the right side of the button.
Fuel consumption You can have the average fuel con- sumption displayed for two different distances, for example a complete jour- ney and part of the journey. To start the calculation, select the func- tion with the engine running:
Press the right side of the button.
Press: The display shows the probable range.
Always refuel as soon as possible once your cruising range falls to
below 30 miles/50 kilometers, as other- wise engine functions are not ensured and damage can occur.<
Press the left or right side of the button: The display will show the average fuel consumption. To restart the fuel consumption calcula- tion:
The computer will only register fuel amounts over 1.8 gal/6 liters.
Press the left or right side of the button.
Press the right side of the button.
Computer* in MID
Speed You can open a display of the vehicle's average speed. To start the calculation, select the func- tion with the engine running:
Press the right side of the button.
Press: The display shows the average speed. To recalculate the speed:
Extended immobilizer function You can establish a code that will pre- vent the engine from being started unless the code is entered. If you do not have access to the code, the emergency deactivation procedure will have to be carried out, refer to next page. To establish and activate the code:
Press the right side of the button.
Press the right side of the button.
Press the left side of the button. Display shows:
To correct an entry:
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Press the left side of the button and repeat the entry. To store the entry:
Press the right side of the button. Turn the ignition key to position 0. Deactivating the code: When you are asked to enter the code with the ignition key in position 1 or 2: > Enter the code at the function but-
tons.
Enter the code with the function but- tons.
Press the right side of the button. After the code has been entered cor- rectly and confirmed with the SET but- ton, the time display appears.
To have all the available information displayed, press > the button on the lever until PROG
shows on the display
> the SET button. To obtain individual items of informa- tion, briefly press the button as often as necessary.
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After three incorrect code entries, or three attempts to start the engine with- out a code entry, the alarm will sound for 30 seconds on vehicles fitted with an alarm system. Deactivating the alarm in an emer- gency: If you have forgotten the code, proceed as follows: 1. Disconnect the battery, wait approx.
2 minutes, then reconnect it. Note that on vehicles with an alarm sys- tem, the alarm will sound
2. Set the ignition key to position 1: the time display will count down for the next ten minutes
3. After ten minutes, start the engine.
If the code becomes available again in the meantime, it can be entered during the waiting period after pressing the CODE button.<
Remote control The computer button on the turn signal lever can be used to select the items of computer information which are to be displayed. To do this, press: > the button on the lever until PROG
shows on the display
> the MID buttons in the order in which
you wish the information to be dis- played. Each time an entry is stored, the pro- gram number appears on the display.
To terminate the selection procedure:
Press the right side of the button.
PDC Park Distance Control*
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The concept PDC provides extra safety and conve- nience during parking maneuvers. Sig- nal tones indicate the current distance to an object behind or in front of your vehicle. To do this, four ultrasonic sen- sors in the front and rear bumpers each measure the distance to the nearest object. The detection range of the front sensors and the two sensors located at the ends of the rear bumper is approx. 2 ft/60 cm, while the rear center sen- sors can detect objects to a distance of approx. 5 ft/1.50 m.
PDC is a parking aid that can indicate objects when they are approached slowly, as is usually the case when parking. Avoid approaching objects too fast, otherwise the system may give warning of physical obstacles too late.<
Automatic operation The system starts to operate automati- cally approx. one second after you select reverse or move the selector lever into the R position with the ignition key in position 2. Wait this short period before backing up. The system switches off when you shift back out of reverse.
Manual activation Press the button, the indicator lamp lights up.
Manual deactivation Press the button again; the indicator lamp goes out.
Automatic deactivation After driving a distance of more than approx. 160 ft/50 m or exceeding a speed of approx. 20 mph/30 km/h, the system switches off and the indicator lamp goes out. You may switch the sys- tem on again manually as needed.
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Signal tones The distance from an object is indicated in front with a higher intermittent tone, and at the rear with a lower intermittent tone. As the distance between vehicle and object decreases, the intervals between the tones become shorter. The signal tone becomes continuous once the distance to the nearest object falls to below roughly 1 ft/30 cm. The warning signal is canceled after approx. 3 seconds if you are moving parallel to a wall.
Malfunction The indicator lamp flashes and a short steady signal tone is sounded > if you activate PDC with the button > when you select reverse for the first
time after switching on the ignition
> if a malfunction occurs while the PDC
system is active.
Switch the system off and have the cause of the malfunction corrected by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle cen- ter.
System limits
Even with PDC, final responsibility for estimating the distance
between the vehicle and any obstruc- tions always remains with the driver. Even when sensors are involved, there is a blind spot in which objects cannot be detected. This applies especially in those cases where the system approaches the physical constraints of ultrasonic measurement, as occurs with tow bars and trailer couplings, and in the vicinity of thin or wedge-shaped objects. Low objects already displayed, e.g. a curb, can also disappear from the detection area of the sensors again before a continuous tone sounds. Loud sources of sound, inside and out- side the vehicle, could drown out the PDC signal tone.<
Keep the sensors clean and free of ice or snow in order to ensure that they will continue to operate effectively. Do not apply high pressure spray to the sensors for a prolonged period of time. Keep the spray at least 4 in/10 cm away from the sensors.
Antilock Brake System
The concept The ABS Antilock Brake System pre- vents the wheel brakes from locking during braking. Safe steering response is maintained even during full braking. This increases active safety. The ABS is operational every time you start the engine. Safe braking, refer to page 140.
EBV Electronic brake-force distribution EBV controls the brake system's appli- cation pressure at the rear wheels to ensure stable deceleration.
DBC Dynamic Brake Control When the brake pedal is depressed rapidly, this system automatically gen- erates a maximal boost of braking force and thus aids in keeping braking dis- tances as short as possible during full braking. This system exploits all of the benefits provided by ABS. Do not reduce the pressure on the brake pedal for the duration of the brake application. DBC is deactivated when you release the brake pedal.
Antilock Brake System
DSC Dynamic Stability Control
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Malfunction Please be absolutely sure to follow instructions regarding possible combi- nations of indicator lights on page 20.
Indicator lamp
The indicator lamp in the instru- ment cluster goes out after the engine is started.
The indicator lamp flashes: DSC is active and governs drive and braking force. The indicator lamp stays lit: DSC has been switched off using the button and the stabilizing interventions are no longer available.
The concept DSC prevents the drive wheels from slipping when starting off and acceler- ating. DSC also identifies unstable driv- ing conditions, such as a loss of trac- tion at the rear of the vehicle or sliding of the vehicle in its front wheels. Under these circumstances, DSC helps the vehicle maintain a safe course within the physical limits by reducing the engine output and by applying the brakes in the individual wheels. The DSC is operational every time you start the engine.
The laws of physics cannot be repealed, even with DSC.
An appropriate driving style always remains the responsibility of the driver. So please do not further limit the addi- tional safety margin by risky driving.<
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> If the wheels churn on muddy sur-
faces
> When driving with snow chains.
As a result of the braking inter- ventions, the brakes may be sub- jected to additional loads when the sys- tem is switched off. In order to limit the brake temperature, brief automatic masking of the brake activation is pos- sible. To maintain vehicle stability, always drive with the system switched on when possible.<
Switching DSC on Press the button a second time – the indicator lamp goes out. DSC is now activated.
Malfunction Please be sure to observe the informa- tion on the DSC Dynamic Stability Con- trol/xDrive warning lamp on page 22 and on the possible lamp combinations that can light up on page 20.
Switching DSC off Press the button; the indicator lamp comes on and stays on. Stabilizing interventions of the chassis control system DSC are no longer avail- able. However, the braking interven- tions that simulate the function of the differential lock continue to be active. In the following exceptional circum- stances, it may be effective to switch off the DSC for a short period: > When rocking the vehicle and starting
off in deep snow or on loose road surfaces
> On sandy road surfaces > On poor surfaces with deep ruts
xDrive
xDrive is the 4-wheel drive system of your X5. The combined effects of xDrive and DSC further optimize the traction and dynamic driving characteristics. The 4-wheel drive system xDrive vari- ably distributes the drive torque to the front and rear axle depending on the driving situation and prevailing road conditions.
Malfunction Please be sure to observe the informa- tion on the DSC Dynamic Stability Con- trol/xDrive warning lamp on page 22 and on the possible lamp combinations that can light up on page 20.
HDC Hill Descent Control
The concept HDC is a system for driving downhill in steep terrain. This system reduces vehi- cle speed on steep downhill gradients, thus allowing you to maintain even bet- ter control of your BMW under these conditions. The vehicle moves at slightly more than walking speed without active interven- tion from the driver. HDC is available for activation at vehi- cle speeds below approx. 20 mph/ 35 km/h. When driving down steep hills with a speed below approx. 20 mph/ 35 km/h, the vehicle reduces speed automatically down to slightly more than walking speed, approx. 5 mph/ 8 km/h, and then maintains this speed at a constant. You can use the accelerator or brakes to vary this automatically controlled speed within a range extending from approx. 3 mph/5 km/h to 15 mph/ 25 km/h. You can specify a target speed within the same range by using the +/– but- tons of the cruise control. HDC is automatically deactivated once vehicle speed again exceeds approx. 35 mph/60 km/h.
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Activating system Press the button, the indicator lamp lights up. The indicator lamp flashes when the brakes are applied automatically.
Deactivating system Press the button again; the indicator lamp goes out. HDC is deactivated automatically above a road speed of approx. 35 mph/ 60 km/h and when the ignition is switched off.
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Using HDC With manual transmission: Use HDC in first gear and in Reverse since the engine's braking effect is diminished in the higher gears. With automatic transmission: You can use HDC in every drive posi- tion.
In case of a malfunction If the warning lamp in the button goes out during HDC operation or does not light up when the HDC is activated: HDC is temporarily not available as brake temperature is too high.
The warning lamp for the self- leveling suspension comes on, or the message SELFLEVEL SUSP.INACT appears in the Check Control: there is a malfunction in the self-leveling suspension. Stop and inspect the vehicle. If the rear of the vehicle is visibly lower than the front, possibly accompanied by a tilt noticeable when you compare the left rear with the right rear, please respond by immediately proceeding to the near- est BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center. Drive with appropriate caution in the meantime. The vehicle has reduced ground clearance and driving comfort may be noticeably reduced. Even when the position of the vehicle is normal, have the system checked as soon as possible when a malfunction is indicated.
2-axle self-leveling suspension*
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a new command during the adjustment process. When the vehicle is stationary, the sys- tem executes ride-height changes in both directions – up and down – when- ever the doors are closed. The tailgate/ liftgate may be open. The system raises the vehicle only when the engine is run- ning. The system's automatic self-leveling feature automatically compensates for variations in the vehicle's load.
Frequent changes in ride height initiated at short intervals can
overheat the compressor, causing the system to briefly suspend active opera- tion.<
The concept Your vehicle is equipped with 2-axle self-leveling suspension acting on both the front and rear suspension. This sys- tem combines automatic self-leveling, which compensates for variations in front-to-rear load-distribution patterns, with a selection feature allowing drivers to choose from among several ride- height options. You may choose from among the fol- lowing ride heights: > Normal
The standard setting is intended for most operating conditions, including trailer towing
> Off-Road
Increased level for more ground clearance
> Access
Lowers vehicle for more convenient cargo handling or easier passenger entries and exits.
Changes in ride height are initiated either manually, using the control but- ton, refer to page 100, or automatically in response to specific speeds. When the ride height is selected manually, the driver has the additional option of revis- ing the ride-height selection by entering
Self-leveling suspension display 1 Off-Road 2 Standard 3 Access The LEDs not only show the current ride height, but also indicate changes: > LED on: indicates the vehicle's cur-
rent ride height
> Ride-height LED flashes while the
LED for the earlier level remains on: the ride height is being adjusted to a new level, either automatically or in response to driver input at the button. When the suspension reaches the new ride height the flashing LED reverts to continuous operation, and the LED for the earlier level goes out
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> LED for current ride height flashes for
roughly 3 seconds when you press the button: change in ride height is not possible.
Raising Available only when the engine is run- ning. From Standard to Off-Road: Press button 1 while traveling at a speed of less than approx. 30 mph/ 50 km/h. From Access to Standard: > Press button 1 or > the setting automatically reverts to
the standard setting once the vehicle exceeds a speed of approx. 20 mph/ 35 km/h.
Lowering Available with ignition key in position 2. From Standard to Access: 1. Press button 2 while traveling at less
than approx. 50 mph/80 km/h. The system enters its preselection mode. The preselection mode is canceled > by pressing button 1
> automatically once the vehicleexceeds a speed of approx. 50 mph/80 km/h or approx. 60 seconds after button 2 is pressed
2. Reduce speed to below approx. 15 mph/25 km/h within approx. 60 seconds after pressing button 2.
When you press button 2 at speeds below approx. 15 mph/
25 km/h the system automatically low- ers the vehicle to the Access level.<
From Off-Road to Standard: > Press button 2 or > automatically once you exceed a
speed of approx. 30 mph/50 km/h.
Brake Force Display
Flat Tire Monitor
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The concept The Flat Tire Monitor keeps track of the inflation pressures in the four fitted tires as you drive. The system provides an alert whenever the inflation pressure drops significantly in relation to the pressure another tire. The check of the tire inflation pressure is based on monitoring the relative speeds of the wheels. A flat is detected and reported on the basis of a deviation in certain speed ratios.
Functional requirement To ensure reliable operation, the sys- tem should have been initialized with the correct tire inflation pressure.
The Brake Force Display lights up in two stages, depending on how force- fully you apply the brakes. The display has two levels: > Normal braking:
The brake lamp 1 and the center brake lamp light up
> Heavy braking and braking with ABS:
The brake lamps 1 and 2 light up together with the center brake lamp.
System limits
The Flat Tire Monitor cannot indi- cate sudden severe tire damage
caused by outside factors and does not detect a natural, even pressure drop in all four tires.<
In the following situations, the system could be delayed or malfunction: > When driving on snow-covered or
slippery road surfaces
> In the case of performance-oriented driving: slip on the drive wheels, high lateral acceleration
> False alarms and undetected loss of
pressure may occur when you are driving with snow chains fitted.
Indication of a flat tire
The warning lamp lights up yel- low. There is a flat tire or exten- sive inflation pressure loss.
1. Reduce speed and stop the vehicle carefully. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuvers
2. Identify damaged tire
If identification is not possible, contact your BMW Sports
Activity Vehicle center.<
3. Replace the damaged wheel, refer to
Wheel changes on page 163.
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Initializing system
Perform the initialization immedi- ately every time you correct the
inflation pressure, change a tire or change a wheel or all wheels. A drive is required for this purpose.<
1. Before the start of driving, start the
engine, but do not drive off
2. Press the button until the yellow indi- cator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up for a few seconds
3. Drive off. It takes a few minutes of driving before the Flat Tire Monitor can detect and report a flat tire.
When driving with snow chains, do not initialize the system.<
Parking lamps/low beams
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Pathway lighting: When you activate the headlamp
flasher after parking the vehicle and switching off the lamps, the low beams will come on for a brief period. You may also have this function deactivated if you wish.<
Lights on warning Whenever you open the driver's door, after having turned the ignition key to position 0, you will hear an acoustic sig- nal for a few seconds to remind you that the lamps have not been switched off. On vehicles with alphanumeric Check Control*: The reminder is given through the Check Control.
Daytime driving lamps* The headlamps are automatically switched on for daytime driving at igni- tion key position 2.
Automatic headlamp control*
When you set the switch to this position, the system activates and switches on and off the low beams in response to changes in ambi- ent light conditions, for instance, in tun- nels, at dawn and dusk, and in rain and snow.
The low beams remain switched on regardless of the ambient light
when you switch on the front fog lamps.<
Automatic headlamp control can- not serve as a substitute for the
driver's judgment in determining when the vehicle lamps should be switched on. For example, the system cannot detect fog. To avoid safety risks, you should always switch on the lamps manually under these conditions.<
You can have the sensitivity of the headlamp control system adjusted
on your vehicle.<
Parking lamps/side marker lamps The front, rear and side vehicle lighting is switched on. You can use the parking lamps for park-
ing. For lighting on one side for parking as an additional feature, refer to page 104.
Low beams
When the ignition is switched off and the low beams are on, only the parking lamps/side marker
lamps remain on.
104nAdaptive Head Light*
High beams/roadside parking lamps
The concept Adaptive Head Light is a variable head- lamp control system that enables better illumination of the road surface. Depending on the steering angle and other assumptions, the light from the headlamp follows the course of the road.
Activating Adaptive Head Light In ignition key position 2, turn the light switch to the position 'Automatic headlamp control',
refer to page 103. To avoid blinding oncoming traffic, the Adaptive Head Light > is not active when driving in reverse > is active only when pointing toward
the passenger side.
Malfunction The LED next to the symbol for auto- matic headlamp control flashes. Adap- tive Head Light is faulty or has failed. Have the system checked as soon as possible.
1 High beams 2 Headlamp flasher 3 Roadside parking lamps
Roadside parking lamps, left or right* As an additional feature, you can illu- minate your vehicle on either side for parking, if you wish to do so: With the ignition key in position 0, engage the lever in the appropriate turn signal position.
The roadside parking lamps drain the battery. Avoid use for
extended periods of time, otherwise, it will no longer be possible to start the engine.<
Front fog lamps
Instrument lighting
Interior lamps
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Briefly press the button to switch on/off. The parking lamps or low beams must be switched on for the fog lamps to operate. A green indi- cator lamp appears in the instrument cluster to indicate that the front fog lamps are on. If the high beams are switched on, the front fog lamps go out.
If the automatic headlamp control is activated, the low beams will
automatically be switched on when the front fog lamps are switched on.<
Turn the serrated dial to adjust the illu- mination intensity.
The interior lamps operate automati- cally.
Switching interior lamps on and off manually Briefly press button 1. If you want the interior lamps to remain off all the time, press and hold the but- ton for approx. 3 seconds. Briefly press the button to revert to nor- mal operation. The button for the interior lamps in the rear passenger area only switches these lamps on and off.
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Reading lamps* Reading lamps are located at the front and in the rear next to the dome light. They can be switched on and off with the respective buttons 2 located next to them.
Footwell and cargo area lamps The lamps are controlled in the same manner as the front interior lamps.
Front area lighting* This lighting system in the two exterior mirrors illuminates the ground in the area near the two front doors. It is also controlled in the same manner as the front interior lamps, but it does not function while the vehicle is moving.
In order to prevent battery dis- charge, all of the lamps in the
vehicle are switched off automatically approx. 15 minutes after the ignition key is turned to position 0.<
Air conditioner
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1 Airflow directed toward the
windshield and side windows
2 Airflow for the upper body 109
3 Front footwell ventilation4 Rear footwell ventilation 5 Airflow for the upper body in the
rear seat 109
6 Temperature 108
7 Air distribution 1088 Air supply 108
9 Rear window defroster 10810 Air conditioning 108
11 Recirculated-air mode 108108nAir conditioner
Temperature
Rear window defroster
Recirculated-air mode
You can respond to unpleas- ant odors outside the vehicle by temporarily switching off the outside air supply. The system then recirculates the air currently within the vehicle. With the button on the steering wheel you can also switch over to the recircu- lated-air mode, refer to page 23.
If the windows fog over in the recirculated-air mode, switch the recirculated-air mode off and increase the air supply as required.<
When the rear window defroster is activated, the
indicator lamp comes on. The rear win- dow defroster switches off automati- cally.
Air conditioning
The air is cooled and dehu- midified and — depending on
the temperature setting — warmed again. Depending on the weather, the windshield may fog over briefly when the engine is started. You can reduce condensation forming on the windows by switching on the air conditioning.
During air conditioning condensa- tion forms, which then exits under
the vehicle. Traces of water on the ground are therefore normal.<
The graduations on the dial provide general reference val- ues for the interior tempera- ture. 707/226 is recom-
mended as a comfortable setting. After the start of driving the selected temper- ature is reached as quickly as possible and held constant by the control sys- tem.
Air distribution
You can direct air to flow onto the windows upper body footwell
, toward the and into the . All intermediate
settings are possible. In the there is a low flow of air onto the win- dows to keep them free of condensa- tion.
setting,
Air supply
You can adjust the air supply through an infinitely-variable range. The heating and venti- lation become more and more
effective as the air supply settings are increased. In the 0 setting, the blower and climate control are switched off and the outside air supply is blocked.
Air conditioner
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Ventilation The air vents for the upper body region are adjustable: 1 Serrated dials for opening and clos- ing the vent outlets through an infi- nitely-variable range
2 Levers for adjusting airflow direction 3 With the serrated dial you can adjust the temperature of the incoming air: > Turn toward blue: colder > Turn toward red: warmer.
Rear ventilation* 1 Serrated dial for opening and closing the vent outlets through an infinitely- variable range
2 Levers for adjusting airflow direction The air that flows out here is somewhat cooler than the air delivered to the foot- well.
Microfilter The microfilter removes dust and pollen from the incoming air and in the recircu- lated-air mode. It is replaced by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center during regular maintenance. A substan- tial reduction in air supply indicates that the filter must be replaced before nor- mal maintenance.
Defrosting windows and removing condensation 1. You can specify an interior tempera- ture that is comfortable for you with the rotary temperature dial. A good starting point is 707/226
2. Set the air distribution rotary dial
to
3. Set the blower/air supply rotary dial
completely to the right
4. Close the vent outlets in the rear
seating area
5. Switch on the rear window defroster
to defrost the rear window.
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Automatic climate control*
1 Airflow directed toward the
windshield and side windows
2 Airflow for the upper body 114
3 Airflow for the footwell4 Rear footwell ventilation 5 Airflow for the upper body in the
7 Individual air distribution 112
8 Temperature, left side of passengerrear seat 114
compartment 112
6 Automatic air distribution and
9 Display for temperature and air
supply 112
supply 112
Automatic climate control*
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10 Temperature, right side of
passenger compartment 112
11 Defrosting windows and removing
condensation 112
12 Air conditioning 113
13 AUC Automatic recirculated-air
16 Maximum cooling 113
control 113
14 Rear window defroster 113
15 Air supply 112or residual heat utilization 113
17 Air grill for interior temperature sensor – please keep clear and unobstructed112nAutomatic climate control*
Tips for pleasant driving For nearly all conditions, AUTO pro- gram 6 offers the optimal air distribution and airflow volume. Select the interior temperature that is comfortable for you. Detailed setting options are described for you in the following section.
Your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center can program the settings of your vehicle in such a manner that, when you unlock the vehicle with your individualized key, your own personal- ized setting for the automatic climate control is initiated.<
Automatic air distribution
The AUTO program adjusts the airflow and
distribution patterns for you while also using your preselected temperature setting as the basis for adjusting the interior climate to adapt to external influences: summer, winter.
Individual air distribution
Air supply
You can cancel the AUTO program by selecting spe- cific air distribution patterns for your personal comfort, the automatic air supply
, toward , and into the foot- . You can reactivate the auto-
remains in operation. You can direct air to flow onto the windows the upper body well matic air distribution mode by selecting the AUTO button.
Temperature
You can make individual temperature settings on the driver's side or the front passenger side. Your specifications appear in the display 9. The displayed temperature values are reference val- ues for the interior temperature. We recommend 727/226 as a comfort- able setting, whether the air conditioner is operating or not. When you start the vehicle, the AUTO program ensures that the selected temperature is achieved as quickly as possible. It then maintains this temperature, regardless of the season. To change the units of measurement of the display 7/6, refer to page 76 or 83.
In the AUTO program the air supply is automati- cally controlled, and AUTO appears in the display 9, refer to overview on page 110. You can vary the air supply by pressing the left or right half of the button. When your setting is displayed by bars, the automatic air supply is switched off. Automatic air distribution maintains its setting. You can reactivate the automatic air supply by pressing the AUTO button. When you press the left side of the but- ton during operation at minimum blower speed all displays are canceled: the blower, heating and air conditioner are switched off. The outside air supply is closed. You can switch the system back on by pressing any button of the auto- matic climate control, except the MAX button 16.
Defrosting windows and removing condensation
This program quickly removes ice and conden-
sation from the windshield and the side windows.
Automatic climate control*
Air conditioning
The air is cooled and dehumidified and —
depending on the temperature setting — warmed again. Depending on the weather, the windshield may fog over briefly when the engine is started. You can reduce condensation forming on the windows by switching on the air conditioning.
During air conditioning condensa- tion forms, which then exits under the vehicle. That traces of water on the ground are therefore normal.<
Maximum cooling
You will get maximum cool- ing capacity using this pro- gram if the engine is running and the outside temperature is above approx. 417/56. The temperature display 9 jumps to 607/166, the system switches over to the recirculated-air mode, and the maximum air supply flows from the ven- tilation grills only. That is why you need to keep these open if you select this program.
AUC Automatic recirculated-air control
You can respond to unpleasant odors or pollut-
ants in the immediate environment by shutting off the supply of outside air. The system then recirculates the air currently within the vehicle. In AUC operating mode, a sensor detects pol- lutants in the external air and controls the shut-off automatically. Press the button repeatedly to run through the following control sequence > Indicator lamps off: outside air supply
operational
> Left indicator lamp on, AUC mode: the system recognizes pollutants in the outside air and blocks the flow of air when necessary. The system then recirculates the air currently within the vehicle. Depending on the air quality, the automatic system then switches back and forth between outside air supply and recirculation of the air within the vehicle
> Right-hand indicator lamp on: the
outside air supply into the vehicle is completely blocked. The system then recirculates the air currently within the vehicle.
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With the button on the steering wheel you can also switch between Off and recirculated-air mode or AUC and recir- culated-air mode, refer to page 23.
If the windows fog over in the recirculated-air mode, switch the recirculated-air mode off and increase the air supply as required.<
Rear window defroster
When the rear window defroster is activated, the indicator lamp comes on. The rear win- dow defroster switches off automati- cally.
Residual heat
Press button when the motor is switched off, but warm.
The heat which is stored in the engine is utilized for heating the interior when the engine has been switched off – while waiting at a railroad crossing, for instance. This function may be activated when the outside temperature is below approx. 597/156, the engine is at operating temperature, and the battery is adequately charged. The LED on the button will light up when all conditions have been met.
114nAutomatic climate control*
Rear climate control* 1 Air supply 2 Temperature 3 Adjusting the direction of the airflow
Ventilation The air vents for the upper body region are adjustable: 1 Serrated dials for opening and clos- ing the vent outlets through an infi- nitely-variable range
2 Selector levers for airflow direction 3 Use the serrated dial to control the
temperature of the airflow: > Turn toward blue: colder > Turn toward red: warmer.
Air supply 0 Blower off I Maximum blower speed You can adjust the air supply for the vent outlets through an infinitely-vari- able range between the 0 and I set- tings. In the 0 setting, the blower is switched off and the supply of air through the vent outlets is blocked. Individual adjustments on the front-seat control elements influence the air sup- ply for rear passenger area climate con- trol.
Automatic climate control*
Roller sun blinds*
115n
Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter The microfilter removes dust and pollen from the incoming air. The activated- charcoal filter provides additional pro- tection by filtering gaseous pollutants from the outside air. Your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center replaces this combined filter as a standard part of your scheduled maintenance. A sub- stantial reduction in air supply indicates that the filter must be replaced before normal maintenance.
Roller sun blinds for rear side windows* Use the strap to pull out the blinds, then hook them in the provided attachment.
With roller sun blinds attached, do not open the windows during
travel. The blinds may otherwise be damaged by the wind.<
Temperature Passengers in the rear seating area can adjust their own temperature for the vent outlets: > Turn toward blue: colder > Turn toward red: warmer. When you start the vehicle, this system ensures that the selected temperature is achieved as quickly as possible. It then maintains this temperature, regardless of the season.
A temperature setting is only pos- sible when the blower is switched
on, not in the 0 setting.<
