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2. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. Select "Settings" and press the controller. 4. Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the con-
troller.
5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Maneuvering aids" is selected and press the controller.
Displays You can display the picture of the backup cam- era in various ways. In addition, you can also display the PDC Park Distance Control, refer to page 81. > "Camera view: full screen"
The picture of the backup camera is shown on the entire Control Display. > "Camera view: main window"
The picture of the backup camera is shown in the main window of the Control Display.
> "PDC in main window only"
PDC is shown in the main window of the Control Display.
Selecting displays 1. Select "Maneuvering aids" and press the
controller, refer to Activating functions.
2. Turn the controller until "View selection" is
selected and press the controller.
6. Select "Settings" and press the controller.
7. Select the desired functions and press the
controller. You can also adjust the brightness of the camera view. The settings are used for the remote control currently in use.
3. Select the desired display and press the
controller. The setting is used for the remote control currently in use.
Cleaning backup camera The lens of the backup camera is located in the liftgate over the license plate. The picture quality of the backup camera may be impaired by dirt. Clean the lens with a moist, non-abrasive cloth. In case of frost, a heater in the lens is switched on automatically.
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The laws of physics cannot be repealed, even with DSC. An appropriate driving style remains the responsibility of the driver. Therefore, do not reduce the additional safety margin further by taking risks.<
Deactivating DSC
Press the button until the DSC indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up, but not longer than approx. 10 seconds. DTC Dynamic Trac- tion Control and DSC are deactivated together. Stabilizing interventions are now not carried out. A message appears on the Control Display. Please note any supplementary information that appears there. To increase vehicle stability, activate DSC again as soon as possible.
Activating DSC Press the button; the indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out.
For better control
The indicator lamp flashes: DSC controls the drive forces and brake forces. The indicator lamps light up: DSC is deactivated.
Driving stability control systems Your BMW is equipped with an extended array of systems designed to enhance and maintain vehicle stability under extreme conditions.
ABS Antilock Brake System ABS prevents locking of the wheels during braking. Safe steering response is maintained even during full braking. Active safety is thus increased. ABS is operational every time you start the engine. Braking safely, refer to page 123.
CBC Cornering Brake Control When braking during curves or when braking during a lane change, driving stability and steer- ing response are improved further.
Electronic brake-force distribution The system controls the brake pressure in the rear wheels to ensure stable braking behavior.
DBC Dynamic Brake Control When you apply the brakes rapidly, this system automatically produces the maximum braking force boost and thus helps to achieve the short- est possible braking distance during full brak- ing. This system exploits all of the benefits pro- vided by ABS. Do not reduce the pressure on the brake pedal for the duration of the full braking.
DSC Dynamic Stability Control DSC prevents traction loss in the driving wheels when starting off and accelerating. DSC also identifies unstable driving conditions, such as a loss of traction at the rear of the vehicle or slid- ing of the vehicle in its front wheels. In these cases, DSC helps the vehicle maintain a safe course within physical limits by reducing engine output and through braking actions in the indi- vidual wheels.
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xDrive xDrive is the 4-wheel drive system of your X5. The combined effects of xDrive and DSC fur- ther optimize the traction and dynamic driving characteristics. The 4-wheel drive system xDrive variably distributes the drive forces to the front and rear axle depending on the driving situation and prevailing road conditions.
HDC Hill Descent Control
The concept HDC is a system for driving downhill in steep terrain. This system reduces vehicle speed on steep downhill gradients, thus allowing you to maintain even better control of your BMW under these conditions. The vehicle moves at approximately walking speed without active intervention from the driver. HDC is available for activation at vehicle speeds below approx. 22 mph/35 km/h. When driving down steep hills with a speed below approx. 22 mph/35 km/h, the vehicle reduces speed automatically down to approximately walking speed, approx. 5 mph/8 km/h, and then main- tains this speed at a constant. Only use HDC in transmission position D or R.
Increasing or reducing speed 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 lever of the cruise control.
DTC Dynamic Traction Control DTC is a version of DSC in which the drive out- put is optimized for particular road conditions, e.g. unplowed snow-covered roads. The sys- tem assures the maximal drive output, but with reduced driving stability. It is therefore neces- sary to drive with appropriate caution. You may find it useful to briefly activate DTC under the following special circumstances: > When driving in sand, on snowy inclines, in slush or on unplowed, snow-covered road surfaces
> When rocking a stuck vehicle free or start-
ing off in deep snow, sand or on loose ground
> When driving with snow chains*
Activating DTC
Press the button briefly; the DTC indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up.
For better control
The indicator lamp flashes: DTC controls the drive forces and brake forces. The indicator lamp lights up: DTC is activated.
Deactivating DTC Press the button again; the DTC indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out.
1 Increasing speed 2 Reducing speed
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Activating HDC
Press the button; the LED lights up. The HDC display is shown in the instrument cluster. The LED flashes when the brakes are applied automatically.
Deactivating HDC Press the button again. The LED and the HDC display go out. HDC is also activated at speeds over approx. 37 mph/60 km/h.
Displays in instrument cluster
1 Display for target speed 2 HDC display
Malfunction HDC is temporarily unavailable in the following situations due to a high brake temperature: > The LED in the button and the display HDC
go out during HDC operation.
> The LED in the button and the HDC display do not light up when the button is pressed.
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Malfunction of driving stability control systems
When driving on poor roads, avoid using full throttle or pressing the accelerator beyond the kick-down point and also avoid heavy braking. Otherwise, the drive train may be damaged or accidents can occur.<
Adaptive Drive*
The concept Adaptive Drive reduces undesirable vehicle movements that occur when driving on rough roads or with a dynamic driving style. Maximum driving comfort and driving dynamics are achieved in this way.
Chassis and suspension tuning You can choose between two types of chassis and suspension tuning. > Normal:
The comfortable chassis and suspension tuning setting offers optimum comfort when traveling.
> Sport:
The sportier chassis and suspension tuning setting offers increased vehicle agility.
Selecting chassis and suspension tuning
Press the button. The system switches between the two chassis and suspension tuning settings. > Sport:
The LED in the button lights up and SPORT is displayed in the instrument cluster.
> Normal:
The LED in the button goes out.
The selection of the chassis and suspension tuning setting is stored for the remote control currently in use.
Self-leveling suspension*
Malfunction
The warning lamp for self-leveling suspension lights up yellow and a message is shown on the Control
Display. A malfunction has occurred in the self- leveling suspension. Stop and check the vehi- cle. If it is considerably lower at the rear than at the front, and possibly also on one side – rear left compared to rear right –, proceed to the nearest BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel. Drive with appropriate caution in the meantime. The vehicle has reduced ground clearance and driving comfort may be notice- ably reduced. Even if the orientation of the vehi- cle is normal, when a malfunction is indicated on the display, you should proceed to the near- est BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center or a workshop that works according to BMW guide- lines and uses appropriately trained personnel.
FTM Flat Tire Monitor*
The concept The Flat Tire Monitor keeps track of the infla- tion pressures in the tires as you drive. The sys- tem provides an alert whenever the inflation pressure drops significantly in relation to the pressure in another tire. In the event of a pressure loss, the rolling radius and therefore the rotation speed of the wheels change. This change is detected and is reported as a flat tire.
Functional requirement In order to assure the reliable reporting of a flat tire, the system must be initialized for the cor- rect tire inflation pressure.
The initialization must be repeated after each time the tire inflation pressure is cor-
rected and after every tire or wheel change.<
System limits
The Flat Tire Monitor cannot indicate 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: > System has not been initialized > Driving on snowy or slippery road surface > Sporty driving style: slip in the drive wheels,
high lateral acceleration
> Driving with snow chains* When you are driving with the compact wheel* the Flat Tire Monitor is unable to function.
Initializing system
The initialization finishes during driving, which can be interrupted at any time.
When driving resumes, the initialization is con- tinued automatically. Do not initialize the sys- tem when driving with snow chains* or with the compact wheel*.< iDrive, for explanation of concept, refer to page 16. 1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. Select "Settings" and press the controller. 4. Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the con-
troller.
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If the vehicle is not equipped with run- flat tires as intended at the factory,
refer to page 220, do not continue driving. Continuing to drive with a flat tire could cause severe accidents.<
2. At the next opportunity, check the air pres-
sure in all four tires.
3.
If the tire inflation pressure in all four tires is correct, the Flat Tire Monitor may not have been initialized. The system must then be initialized.< In the event of complete tire pressure loss, 0 psi/0 kPa, you can estimate the possible distance for continued driving on the basis of the following guide values: > With a light load:
1 to 2 persons without luggage: approx. 155 miles/250 km
> With a medium load:
2 persons, cargo bay full, or 4 persons without luggage: approx. 94 miles/150 km
> With a full load:
4 or more persons, cargo bay full: approx. 30 miles/50 km Drive reservedly and do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h. In the event of pressure loss, vehicle handling changes. This includes reduced tracking stability in braking, extended braking distance and altered natural steering characteristics. If unusual vibrations or loud noises occur while the vehicle is being driven, this can indicate final failure of the damaged tire. Reduce speed and stop at a suitable location as soon as possible, otherwise pieces of the tire could become detached and cause an accident. Do not con- tinue driving, but instead contact the BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center.<
5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the controller until "FTM" is selected and press the controller.
6. Start the engine, but do not start driving. 7. Select "Reset" and press the controller. 8. Select "Yes" and press the controller. The message "resetting FTM …" is displayed.
9. Start to drive. The initialization finishes during driving. "Sta- tus:active" is displayed on the Control Display.
Indication of a flat tire
The warning lamp lights up red. A message appears on the Control Dis- play. In addition, an acoustic signal
sounds. There is a flat tire or extensive inflation pressure loss. If you have deactivated DSC, it will be activated automatically. 1. Cautiously reduce speed to below 50 mph/ 80 km/h. Avoid sudden braking and steer- ing maneuvers. Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h. In case of further air loss of the defective wheel, its position will be indicated to you on the Control Display.
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One wheel is yellow Flat tire or a major drop in inflation pressure in the indicated tire. A message appears on the Control Display.
All wheels are yellow Flat tire or a major drop in inflation pressure in several tires. A message appears on the Control Display.
Gray The system cannot detect a flat tire. Reasons for this can be: > TPM is being reset > Temporary interference due to systems or
devices which use the same radio fre- quency
> Malfunction
Resetting system
Reset the system again after each correc- tion of the tire inflation pressure and after
every tire or wheel change.< Resetting finishes during driving, which can be interrupted at any time. When driving resumes, resetting is continued automatically. Do not reset the system when driving with a compact wheel*. iDrive, for explanation of concept, refer to page 16. 1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. Select "Settings" and press the controller. 4. Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the con-
troller.
TPM Tire Pressure Monitor*
The concept TPM checks the tire inflation pressure in the four mounted tires. The system reports when the tire inflation pressure has dropped consid- erably in one or several tires.
Functional requirement In order to assure the reliable reporting of a flat tire, the system must have been reset with the correct tire inflation pressure. Always use wheels with TPM electronics, oth- erwise fault-free operation of the system is not ensured.
Reset the system again after each correc- tion of the tire inflation pressure and after
every tire or wheel change.<
System limits
TPM cannot announce sudden serious tire damage caused by external influ-
ences.< The system does not function properly if it has not been reset, e.g. a flat tire is reported despite correct tire inflation pressures. The system is inactive and cannot display a flat tire if a wheel has been mounted without TPM electronics, e.g. a compact wheel*, or if TPM is temporarily interfered with by other systems or devices which use the same radio frequency.
Status display on Control Display The tire and system status is indicated by the color of the tires. TPM takes the fact that the tire pressure changes during driving into account. A correc- tion is only required if requested by TPM with the color.
Green The tire pressure matches the learned set state. "TPM active" is displayed on the Control Dis- play.
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5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the controller until "TPM" is selected and press the controller.
6. Start the engine, but do not start driving. 7. Select "Reset" and press the controller. 8. Select "Yes" and press the controller.
9. Start to drive.
The tires are shown in gray and "Resetting TPM..." is displayed.
After a few minutes of driving, the set tire infla- tion pressures in the tires are applied as the set values to be monitored. Resetting finishes dur- ing driving. The tires are shown in green on the Control Display and "Status: TPM active" is dis- played.
If a flat tire is detected during resetting and applying the tire inflation pressures, all tires are shown in yellow on the Control Dis- play. The message "Tire low!" is displayed.<
Message with low tire inflation pressure
The warning lamp lights up yellow. A message appears on the Control Dis- play. In addition, an acoustic signal
sounds. There is a flat tire or extensive inflation pressure loss.
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1. Cautiously reduce speed to below 50 mph/ 80 km/h. Avoid sudden braking and steer- ing maneuvers. Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
2.
If the vehicle is not equipped with run- flat tires as intended at the factory,
refer to page 220, do not continue driving. Continuing to drive with a flat tire could cause severe accidents.< In the event of complete tire pressure loss, 0 psi/0 kPa, you can estimate the possible distance for continued driving on the basis of the following guide values: > With a light load:
1 to 2 persons without luggage: approx. 155 miles/250 km
> With a medium load:
2 persons, cargo bay full, or 4 persons without luggage: approx. 95 miles/150 km
> With a full load:
4 or more persons, cargo bay full: approx. 30 miles/50 km Drive reservedly and do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h. In the event of pressure loss, vehicle handling changes. This includes reduced tracking stability in braking, extended braking distance and altered natural steering characteristics. If unusual vibrations or loud noises occur while the vehicle is being driven, this can indicate final failure of the damaged tire. Reduce speed and stop at a suitable location as soon as possible, otherwise pieces of the tire could become detached and cause an accident. Do not con- tinue driving, but instead contact the BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center.<
Malfunction
The yellow warning lamp flashes and then lights up continuously. The tires are shown in gray on the Control Dis- play and a message is displayed. No flat tire can be detected.
A message like this is displayed in the following situations: > In case of a malfunction:
Have the system checked
> If a wheel without TPM electronics is
mounted, e.g. a compact wheel*
> If TPM is temporarily interfered with by other systems or devices which use the same radio frequency
Explanation according to the NHTSA/ FMVSS 138 Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems Each tire, including the spare*, should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire infla- tion pressure label. If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires. As an added safety fea- ture, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system, TPMS, that illumi- nates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires are significantly under- inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pres- sure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a signif- icantly underinflated tire causes the tire to over- heat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle's handling and stop- ping ability. Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver's responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the sys- tem detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle startups as long as the malfunction exists. When the mal-
function indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pres- sure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly.
Active steering*
The concept The active steering actively varies the steering angle of the front wheels in relation to the steer- ing wheel movements. In addition, it also varies the steering force required for steering depend- ing on the vehicle's speed. When you are driving in the low road speed range, e.g. in a town or when parking, the steer- ing angle increases, i.e. the steering becomes very direct. In the higher speed range, on the other hand, the steering angle is reduced more and more. This improves the handling capability of your BMW over the entire speed range. In critical situations, the system can make tar- geted corrections to the steering angle pro- vided by the driver and thus stabilize the vehicle before the driver intervenes.
Malfunction
The warning lamp lights up yellow and a message is shown on the Con- trol Display. The active steering is no longer operational. At low speeds,
greater steering wheel movements are required, whereas at higher speeds, the vehicle reacts more sensitively to steering wheel move- ments. The stability-promoting intervention can also be deactivated. Proceed cautiously and drive defensively. Have the system checked.
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Brake force display
> Normal braking
The brake lamps and the center brake lamp light up.
> Heavy breaking
The brake lamps in the liftgate also light up.
The brake lamps light up in two stages depend- ing on how strongly you brake.
Airbags
The following airbags are located under the marked covers: 1 Front airbags 2 Head airbags 3 Side airbags in backrests
Protective action
To ensure that the safety systems con- tinue to provide optimized protection,
please observe the adjustment instructions on page 40.< The front airbags help protect the driver and front passenger by responding to frontal impacts in which safety belts alone cannot pro- vide adequate restraint. When needed, the head and side airbags help provide protection in the event of side impact. The relevant side air- bag supports the side upper body area. The head air bag supports the head.
The airbags are deliberately not triggered in every impact situation, e.g. less severe acci- dents or rear-end collisions.
Do not apply adhesive materials to the cover panels of the airbags, cover them or modify them in any other way. Do not attempt to remove the airbag restraint system from the vehicle. Do not modify or tamper with either the wiring or the individual components in the air- bag system. This category includes the uphol- stery in the center of the steering wheel, on the instrument panel, the doors and the roof pillars along with the sides of the headliner. Do not attempt to remove or dismantle the steering wheel. Do not touch the individual components immediately after the system has been trig- gered, because there is a danger of burns. In the event of malfunctions, deactivation, or triggering of the airbag restraint system, have the testing, repair, removal, and disposal of air- bag generators executed only by a BMW Sports
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Operating state of front passenger airbags
Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the arrangement of the switches and indicator lamps may differ somewhat. The indicator lamp for the front passenger air- bags indicates the operating status of the front and side airbags on the front passenger side depending on the seat occupation. The indica- tor lamp shows whether the front passenger airbags are activated or deactivated. > The indicator lamp lights up when a child in
a child restraint system intended for the purpose is properly detected on the seat. The front and side airbags on the front pas- senger side are not activated.
> The indicator lamp does not light up when,
for example, a correctly seated person of sufficient height is detected on the seat. The front and side airbags on the front pas- senger side are activated.
> The indicator lamp does not light up when
the seat is empty. However, the front and side airbags on the front passenger side are not activated.
Activity Vehicle Center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel and has the required explosives licenses. Unprofes- sional attempts to service the system could lead to failure in an emergency or undesired air- bag activation, either of which could result in personal injury.< Warnings and information on the airbags is also provided on the sun visors.
Automatic deactivation of front passenger airbags The occupation of the seat is detected by eval- uating the impression on the occupied seat sur- face of the front passenger seat. The front and side airbags on the front passenger side are activated or deactivated accordingly by the sys- tem.
The current status of the front passenger airbags, i.e. deactivated or activated, is
indicated by the indicator lamp over the interior rearview mirror, refer to Operating state of front passenger airbags in the following.<
Before transporting a child on the front passenger seat, observe the safety infor- mation and handling instructions under Trans- porting children safely, refer to page 52. The front and side airbags on the front passen- ger side can be deactivated for teenagers and adults in certain sitting positions; then the indi- cator lamp for the front passenger airbags lights up. In these cases, change the sitting position so that the front passenger airbags are acti- vated and the indicator lamp goes out. If the desired status cannot be produced by changing the sitting position, transport the correspond- ing person on the rear seat. Do not fit seat cov- ers, seat cushion padding, ball mats or other items onto the front passenger seat unless they are specifically recommended by BMW. Do not lay objects under the seat which could press against the seat from below. Otherwise a cor- rect evaluation of the occupied seat surface cannot be ensured.<
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Operational readiness of airbag system
From radio readiness, refer to page 56, the warning lamp lights up briefly, indicating the operational readiness of the entire airbag sys- tem and the safety belt tensioners.
Airbag system malfunction > Warning lamp does not light up from radio
readiness.
> Warning lamp lights up continuously.
Have the airbag system checked immedi- ately in case of a malfunction, otherwise there is a danger that the airbag system may not respond in the expected manner in an accident despite an impact of corresponding intensity.<
Head-Up Display*
The concept With the Head-Up Display important informa- tion is projected into the driver's field of view, e.g. navigation instructions. This enables you to take in this information without looking away from the road.
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Switching on/off Press the button.
1 Navigation information or Check Control
messages
2 Cruise control 3 Speed
Selecting displays iDrive, for explanation of concept, refer to page 16. 1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. Select "Settings" and press the controller. 4. Select "Display settings" and press the
controller.
5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Head-Up Display" is selected and press the controller.
6. Change into the second field from the top. Turn the controller until "Brightness / Posi- tion" is selected and press the controller.
6. Change into the second field from the top. Turn the controller until "Head-Up Display" is selected and press the controller.
7. Select desired information of Head-Up Dis-
play.
7.
If necessary, move the controller to the left or right to select "Brightness" or "Picture position".
8. Turn the controller until the desired setting
is selected.
8. Press the controller.
The information is shown on the Head-
The setting is stored for the remote control cur- rently in use.
Up Display.
The settings are stored for the remote control currently in use.
Adjusting brightness and height of display The brightness of the display is automatically adapted to the ambient lighting conditions. However, you can change the base setting. With the low beams switched on, the brightness can also be adjusted with the knurled wheel of the instrument lighting. iDrive, for explanation of concept, refer to page 16. 1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. Select "Settings" and press the controller. 4. Select "Display settings" and press the
controller.
5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Head-Up Display" is selected and press the controller.
Notes The visibility of the displays in the Head-Up Dis- play is influenced by: > Sunglasses with certain polarization filters > Certain sitting positions > Objects on the cover of the Head-Up Dis-
play
> Wet road surface and unfavorable lighting
conditions
If the image is distorted, have the basic setting checked at a BMW Sport Activity Vehicle Cen- ter.
Special windshield The windshield is part of the system. The shape of the windshield complies with the require- ments of the Head-Up Display to enable a pre- cise display. A film in the windshield prevents the double images from being displayed. Windshield replacement should be carried out by a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained per- sonnel.
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Care instructions You can find everything you need to know on this topic by consulting the separate Caring for your vehicle brochure.
Only clean the cover of the Head-Up Dis- play with a soft, lint-free cloth or with a
display cleaning cloth, otherwise damage may result.<
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Lamps
Parking lamps/low beams
0 Lights off and daytime running lamps* 1 Parking lamps and daytime running lamps* 2 Low beams and courtesy lamps 3 Automatic headlamp control*, daytime run-
ning lamps*, courtesy lamps, Adaptive Head Light*
Parking lamps In position 1, the front, rear and side vehicle lighting is switched on. You can use the parking lamps for parking.
The parking lamps drain the battery. Do not leave them switched on for long peri- ods of time, otherwise it may no longer be pos- sible to start the engine. It is better to switch on the roadside parking lamps on one side, refer to page 99.<
Low beams The low beams light up when the light switch is in position 2 and the ignition is on. If the light switch remains in position 2, the exterior lamps are switched off automatically when the driver's door is opened while the igni- tion is off. Switch on the parking lamps if required as described under Parking lamps.
Automatic headlamp control* With the daytime running lamps activated, refer to page 98, the daytime running lamps are switched on in position 3 with the ignition switched on. The system automatically switches over to the low beams depending on the ambient light, e.g. in a tunnel, at dawn and dusk and in case of precipitation. The LED next to the symbol lights up when the low beams are on. When driving into a tunnel with bright overhead lighting, switching on of the lights may be delayed. A blue sky with the sun low on the horizon can cause the lights to be switched on.
The low beams remain switched on inde- pendent of the ambient lighting condi- tions when you switch on the fog lamps*.< If desired, the light switch can be left in position 3. The exterior lighting is automatically switched off after parking the vehicle.
The automatic headlamp control cannot serve as a substitute for your personal
judgment in determining when the lamps should be switched on in response to ambient lighting conditions. For example, the sensors cannot detect fog or hazy weather. To avoid safety risks, you should always switch on the low beams manually under these conditions.<
Courtesy lamps If, when parking the vehicle, you leave the light switch in position 2 or 3, the parking lamps and the interior lamps light up for a certain time when the vehicle is unlocked.
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 can set the duration or deactivate the func- tion via iDrive.
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iDrive, for explanation of concept, refer to page 16. 1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. Select "Settings" and press the controller. 4. Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the con-
troller.
5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Lighting" is selected and press the controller.
Activating/deactivating daytime running lamps* iDrive, for explanation of concept, refer to page 16. 1. Press the
button.
This opens the start menu.
2. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. Select "Settings" and press the controller. 4. Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the con-
troller.
5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Lighting" is selected and press the controller.
6. Select "Pathway lighting" and press the
controller.
7. Turn the controller to select the desired
6. Select "Daytime running lamps" and press
duration.
the controller.
8. Press the controller to apply the setting. The setting is stored for the remote control cur- rently in use.
Daytime running lamps* The daytime running lamps light up in the posi- tion lights off, parking lamps or automatic head- lamp control. They have a lower light output than the low beams. If desired, the light switch can be left in posi- tion 3. The exterior lighting is automatically switched off after parking the vehicle. If the light switch remains in the parking lamp position, the parking lamps light up after the ignition is switched off. Switch on the parking lamps if required as described under Parking lamps.
Daytime running lamps are switched
on. The setting is used for the remote control currently in use.
Adaptive Head Light*
The concept Adaptive Head Light is a variable headlamp control system that enables better illumination of the road surface. Depending on the steering angle and other parameters, the light from the headlamp follows the course of the road.
Turning lamps In tight curves, e.g. serpentines, or when turn- ing, one of the two front fog lamps is also switched on up to a speed of approx. 45 mph/ 70 km/h. This provides improved illumination of the area inside the curve.
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Activating Adaptive Head Light and turning lamps Turn the light switch to position 3, refer to page 97. The Adaptive Head Light and the turning lamps are active. The automatic headlamp control is switched on. To avoid dazzling oncoming traffic, the Adap- tive Head Light is not active when driving in reverse and points toward the passenger side when the vehicle is stopped. When driving in reverse, only the turning lamps are active on both sides.
Malfunction The LED next to the symbol for automatic head- lamp control flashes. Adaptive Head Light is malfunctioning or has failed. Have the system checked as soon as possible.
High beams/ roadside parking lamps
1 High beams 2 Headlamp flasher 3 Roadside parking lamps
Roadside parking lamps, left or right* You also enjoy the option of lighting up just one side of your vehicle when parking.
