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Tread wear Traction AA A B C Temperature A B C
All passenger car tires must con- form to Federal Safety Require- ments in addition to these grades.<
Tread wear The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled condi- tions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half – 1 g – times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual condi- tions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road char- acteristics and climate.
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M+S Winter and all-season tires. These have better winter properties than summer tires.
Tire identification marks
Traction The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on speci- fied government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-
ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction charac- teristics.<
Temperature The temperature grades are A, the highest, B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled condi- tions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive tem- perature can lead to a sudden flat tire. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.
The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is
properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible a tire failure.<
Tire tread The tread depth should not fall below e in/3 mm. At tread depths below e in/3 mm there is an increased risk of high-speed hydroplaning, even when only small amounts of water are present on the road surface. As winter tires display a noticeable loss in their ability to cope with cold- weather driving conditions once the tread wears to below k/K in/4 mm, to ensure continued safety you should always have such tires replaced.
Wear indicators at the tread-groove base, arrow, are distributed over the tire's circumference and are marked on the side of the tire with TWI – Tread Wear Indicator. These indicators signal at a tread depth of k/FK in/1.6 mm that the legally permitted wear limit has been reached.
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Wheel/tire damage Inspect your wheels and tires frequently for tread wear, signs of damage and for foreign objects lodged in the tread. Check the tread pattern depth.
Due to low-profile tires, please note: wheels, tires and suspen-
sion parts are more susceptible to road hazards and consequential damages. Unusual vibrations encountered during normal vehicle operation can indicate tire failure or some other vehicle defect. This can, for example, be caused by driving over curbs. This is also true for irregularities in the vehicle's handling characteristics, such as a pronounced tendency to pull to the left or right. Should this occur, respond by immedi- ately reducing your speed. Carefully proceed – or have your vehicle towed – to the nearest BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center or tire dealer to have the wheels or tires inspected. Tire damage, extending to sudden and complete loss of pressure in extreme cases, can pose a potentially lethal safety hazard for the vehicle's occu- pants and other road users alike.<
Replacing wheels/tires
Unprofessional attempts by lay- men to service tires can lead to
damage and accidents. Have this work performed by skilled professionals only. The technicians at your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle cen- ter will be glad to assist you with the required professional knowledge and specialized equipment.<
The correct wheel and tire combination also affects various systems whose function would otherwise be impaired, e.g. ABS, DSC, xDrive. Have the wheel and tire assemblies bal- anced every time either a wheel or a tire is replaced.
BMW does not recommend the use of retread tires, as otherwise driving safety may be reduced. Possible variations in the design and the age – which could be substantial – of the car- casses can lead to unusually rapid wear.<
The right wheels and tires
BMW recommends that you use only wheel and tire combinations that BMW has tested and approved for your particular vehicle. Variations in factors such as manufacturing toler- ances mean that even wheels and tires with identical official size ratings could actually have different dimensions than the approved units – these differences could lead to body contact, and with it the risk of severe accidents. If non- approved wheels and tires are used, BMW cannot evaluate their suitability, and therefore cannot be held liable for driving safety.<
To maintain good handling and vehicle response, use only tires of a single tread configuration from a single manu- facturer. After a flat tire, always remem- ber to have the original wheel and tire combination remounted on the vehicle as soon as possible.
Special features of winter tires BMW recommends winter tires for use in cold winter driving conditions. Although all-season M+S tires provide better winter traction than summer tires, they generally fail to provide the
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same levels of cold-weather perfor- mance as winter tires. When switching to winter tires, observe the description under Wheel/tire condi- tion, refer to page 138, and Replacing wheels/tires. Observing speed ratings:
Never exceed the maximum speed for which the winter tires are rated. Unprofessional attempts by laymen to service tires can lead to dam- age and accidents. Have this work per- formed by skilled professionals only. The technicians at your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center will be glad to assist you with the required profes- sional knowledge and specialized equipment.<
Storage Store wheels or tires in a cool, dry place, protecting them against light whenever possible. Always protect tires against all contact with oil, grease and fuels. Do not exceed the maximum tire infla- tion pressure indicated on the side wall of the tire.
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Only certain snow chains have been tested by BMW and classified and approved as safe. Consult your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center for details. BMW recommends only using these approved, narrow-link snow chains. These snow chains are approved exclusively for use in pairs on the rear wheels with the tire sizes 235/65 R 17. Observe the manufacturer's instruc- tions when installing snow chains. Do not exceed a maximum speed of 30 mph/50 km/h.
When you are driving with snow chains, it can be beneficial to
switch off DSC briefly, refer to page 92.<
Hood
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Unlocking Pull the lever located under the left side of the instrument cluster.
Opening Pull the release handle and open the hood.
Never attempt to perform any ser- vice or repair operations on your
vehicle without the required, profes- sional technical training. If you are unfa- miliar with the service procedures and precautions, always have any required work carried out at your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center. Otherwise, unprofessional attempts at service and repair, and the incorrect handling of parts and materials that can occur during such attempts, constitute a potential safety hazard, both for the vehicle's occupants and for other road users.<
Closing Allow the hood to fall from a height of about 12 in/30 cm so that it audibly engages.
Observe the same precautions that apply to all closing operations by ensuring that the hood's travel range is clear and unobstructed before allow- ing the hood to fall into position. If it is determined that the hood is not completely closed while driving, stop immediately and close it securely.<
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Engine compartment essentials
1 Engine oil dipstick 143
2 Brake fluid reservoir – located3 Auxiliary terminal for
jump-starting 165
beneath the microfilter cover 146
4 Coolant expansion tank 145
5 Engine oil filler neck 143
6 Reservoir for windshield andheadlamp washer system 143
Washer fluid
Engine oil
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The oil volume between the two marks on the dipstick corresponds to approx. 1.1 US quarts/1 liter. Do not fill beyond the upper mark on the dipstick. Excess oil will damage the engine.
Windshield and headlamp washer system Approximate capacity is 8.2 US quarts/ 7.8 liters. Fill with water and — if required — with the addition of a washer antifreeze, according to manufacturer's recom- mendations.
We recommend that you mix the washer fluid before adding it to
the reservoir.<
Antifreeze agent for the washer systems is inflammable. For this reason, keep it away from sources of flame and store it only in its original containers. Store it so that it is inacces- sible to children. Comply with the instructions on the containers.<
Checking the oil level 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface 2. Switch the engine off after it has
reached normal operating tempera- ture
3. After approx. 5 minutes, pull the dip- stick out and wipe it off with a clean lint-free cloth, paper towel, or similar material
4. Push the dipstick carefully all the way
into the guide tube and pull it out again
5. The oil level should be in between
the two marks on the dipstick.
As with fuel economy, oil consumption is directly influenced by your driving style and vehicle operating conditions.
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Continuous exposure to used oil has caused cancer in laboratory testing. For this reason, any skin areas that come into contact with oil should be thoroughly washed with soap and water. Always store oils, grease and similar materials so that they are inaccessible to children. Comply with warning labels and information on containers.<
Ask your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center for details concern-
ing the specific BMW High Perfor- mance Synthetic Oil or synthetic oils which have been approved.<
You can also call BMW of North Amer- ica at 1-800-831-1117 or visit this web- site: www.bmwusa.com to obtain this information.
Adding engine oil Wait until the level has dropped to just above the lower mark before adding oil.
BMW engines are designed to operate without additives, and
their use could even lead to damage in some cases. This is also true for the manual transmission, the automatic transmission, the differential, and the power steering system.<
Recommendation: have the oil changed by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center.
Comply with the applicable envi- ronmental laws regulating the dis-
posal of used oil.<
Specified engine oils The quality of the engine oil selected has critical significance for the opera- tion and service life of an engine. Based on extensive testing, BMW has approved only certain engine oils. Use only approved BMW High Perfor- mance Synthetic Oil. If you are unable to obtain BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil, you can add small amounts of synthetic oil in between oil changes. Use only oils with the API SH specification or higher.
Viscosity ratings Viscosity is the oil flow rating as estab- lished in SAE classes. The selection of the correct SAE class depends on the climatic conditions in the area where you typically drive your BMW.
Approved oils are in SAE classes 5W-40 and 5W-30.<
These oils may be used for driving in all ambient temperatures.
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3. If necessary, add coolant. Slowly add
coolant until the correct level is reached – do not overfill.
Comply with the applicable envi- ronmental laws regulating the dis- posal of extended-duty antifreeze with corrosion inhibitor.<
Coolant
Do not add coolant to the cooling system when the engine is hot.
Escaping coolant can cause burns. To avoid the possibility of damage later on, never use anything other than fac- tory-approved, nitrite and amino-free extended-duty antifreeze with corrosion inhibitor. Your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center is familiar with the fac- tory specifications. Antifreeze and anticorrosion agents are hazardous to health. You should always store them in their original containers and in a location which is inaccessible to children. Extended-duty antifreeze with corrosion inhibitor contains the flammable substance ethylene-glycol. For this reason, do not spill antifreeze with corrosion inhibitor on hot engine parts. It could ignite and cause serious burns.<
Checking coolant level and adding coolant Correct coolant level when the engine is cold approx. +687/+206: 1. Start by turning the cap of the expan- sion tank counter-clockwise. Pause to allow any accumulated pressure to escape, then open
2. The coolant level is correct when the
end of the red float is aligned with the upper edge of the filler opening, refer to the arrow in the illustration, or max. 0.8 in/2 cm higher, i. e. up to the mark on the float, refer also to the schematic diagram, next to the cap
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Brake fluid level
If the warning lamp for the brake hydraulic system appears or if the CHECK BRAKE FLUID warning appears in the Check Control: the brake fluid level is too low.
Add brake fluid The brake fluid reservoir is located under the microfilter housing trim panel on the driver's side of the vehicle. For adding brake fluid or for determining and correcting the cause of brake fluid loss, consult your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center. Your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center is familiar with the specifications for factory-approved brake fluids – DOT 4. Brake fluid loss may result in extended brake pedal travel. For this situation, refer to the notes on page 132.
Brake fluid is hygroscopic, that is, it absorbs moisture from the air
over time. In order to ensure the safety and reli- ability of the brake system, have the brake fluid changed every two years by a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center. Refer also to the Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or the Warranty and Service Guide Book- let for Canadian models. Brake fluid is toxic and also damages vehicle paintwork. Always store these agents in tightly-closed original con- tainers kept well away from the reach of children. Do not spill the fluid and do not refill the brake fluid reservoir to beyond the MAX mark. The brake fluid could ignite upon contact with hot engine parts and cause serious burns.<
Always observe all applicable environmental rules and regula- tions when disposing of used brake fluid.<
The BMW Maintenance System
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Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models. As a precaution against corrosion, it is advisable to have the body checked for damage from rocks or gravel at the same time, depending upon operating conditions.
Have your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center do the mainte-
nance and repair. Be sure that all maintenance work is confirmed in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or the Warranty and Service Guide Book- let for Canadian models. These entries will constitute your proof that the vehicle has received regular maintenance. They are also required for warranty claims.<
Car care For all information on this subject, refer to the Caring for your vehicle manual.
ers can accumulate mileage in very dif- ferent ways: From the point of view of maintenance, 62,000 miles/100,000 km accumulated in short-distance urban driving are not the equivalent of the same distance covered at moderate speeds in long- distance highway travel. The BMW Maintenance System includes the Engine Oil Service and Inspections I and II. Determining the maintenance intervals according to the actual loads on the vehicle covers every kind of operating situation. However, even those who drive only short distances – significantly less than 6,000 miles/10,000 km annu- ally – should have the engine oil changed at least every 2 years since oil deteriorates over time, regardless of use.
Service and Warranty Information Booklet – US models/Warranty and Service Guide Booklet – Canadian models For additional information on mainte- nance intervals and procedures, please refer to the Service and Warranty Infor- mation Booklet for US models or the
The BMW Maintenance System has been designed as a reliable means of providing maximum driving and operat- ing safety – and as cost-effectively as possible for you. Please keep in mind that regular main- tenance is not only necessary for the safety of your vehicle, but also plays a significant role in maintaining the resale value of the vehicle.
Service Interval Display Conventional systems rely solely on distance traveled to determine when service is due. The BMW Maintenance System, on the other hand, began many years ago to take the actual conditions under which the vehicle is driven into consideration. After all, different driv-
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California Proposition 65 Warning
OBD interface socket
California laws require us to state the following warning:
Engine exhaust and a wide variety of automobile components and parts, including components found in the interior furnishings in a vehicle, con- tain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects and reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of com- ponent wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Battery posts, ter- minals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash your hands after handling. Used engine oil contains chemicals that have caused cancer in laboratory ani- mals. Always protect your skin by washing thoroughly with soap and water.<
The interface socket for the Onboard Diagnostic is located on the left of the driver's side at the bottom of the instru- ment cluster and under a cover. The cover has the letters OBD on it. The purpose of the OBD system is to ensure proper operation of the emis- sion control system for the vehicle's lifetime. The system monitors emission- related components and systems for deterioration and malfunction.
When the filler cap is not properly tightened, the OBD system can
detect the vapor leak and the indicator will light up. If the filler cap is subse- quently tightened, the indicator should go out within a few days.<
OBD interface socket
An illuminated lamp informs you of the need for service, not of the need to stop the vehicle.
However, the systems should be checked by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center at the earliest possible opportunity.
Indicator lamp for Canada models.
Under certain conditions, the indicator will blink or flash. This indicates a rather severe level of engine misfire. When this occurs, you should reduce speed and consult the nearest BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center as soon as pos- sible. Severe engine misfire over only a short period of time can seriously dam- age emission control components, especially the catalytic converter.
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Overview
Controls and features
Operation, maintenance
Owner service procedures
Technical data
Index
Repairs
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Onboard tool kit
Windshield wiper blades
Under the cargo floor cover in a pocket.
Front 1. Move the wiper to a fold-out posi-
tion, refer to page 67
2. Lift the wiper arm and press the
securing spring, refer to arrow
3. Pull the wiper blade off toward the
Rear 1. Hold the wiper blade on the window and remove/unclip the wiper arm at the articulated joint, refer to arrow
2. Insert a new wiper blade and press it
on/clip it into the wiper arm.
wiper arm
4. Insert the new blade and snap it into
place.
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.<
Use only wiper blades approved by BMW.<
Lamps and bulbs
The lamps and bulbs make essential contributions to the safety of your vehi- cle. For this reason, follow the instruc- tions below carefully when replacing a bulb. If you are not familiar with any of the procedures, consult your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center.
Never touch the glass on new bulbs with your bare fingers, as
even minute amounts of contamination will burn into the bulb's surface and reduce its service life. Use a clean cloth, paper napkin, or a similar mate- rial, or hold the bulb by its metallic base.<
A replacement bulb set is available from your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle cen- ter.
To prevent short circuits, before working on any electrical system,
equipment or accessory you should always switch it off and disconnect the cable from the battery's negative termi- nal before starting. To avoid possible injury or equipment damage when changing bulbs, observe any instructions provided by the bulb manufacturer.<
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Releasing the lamp cover The illustration shows the right-hand side of the engine compartment. 1 Halogen low beams
Turn cover cap to left, refer to arrow
2 High beams and parking lamps
Press tab downward, refer to arrow
For checking and adjusting head- lamp aim, please contact your
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center.<
1 Halogen low beams H7 bulb, 55 watts
The bulb is pressurized. There- fore, wear safety glasses and pro-
tective gloves. Failure to comply with this precaution could lead to injury if the bulb is accidentally damaged during replacement.<
1. Remove the cover 2. Turn the bulb holder to the left and
remove
3. Pull bulb out of bulb holder by base
and replace.
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2 Halogen high beams H1 bulb, 55 watts
The bulb is pressurized. There- fore, wear safety glasses and pro-
tective gloves. Failure to comply with this precaution could lead to injury if the bulb is accidentally damaged during replacement.<
1. Remove the cover 2. Disconnect the plug 3. Unhook wire spring 4. Remove and replace the bulb.
3 Parking and standing lamps 10 watt bulb: H 10 W 1. Remove the cover 2. Disconnect the plug 3. Turn reflector module with bulb to
left and remove
4. Replace module with bulb.
Xenon lamps* The operating life of these lamp units is extremely long and the likelihood of failure very low, provided that they are not switched on and off a very great number of times. If one of these bulbs should nevertheless fail, it is possible to continue driving with great caution using the fog lamps, provided traffic laws in your area do not prohibit this.
To avoid risk of potentially fatal injuries: owing to the extremely
high voltages at which these units oper- ate, service work should always be entrusted to qualified personnel.<
Front turn signal indicators/ side-marker lamps S 8 bulb Please contact your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center in case of a malfunction.
Side turn signal indicators 5 watt bulb: W 5 W or WY 5 W* 1. Use finger pressure against the rear
end of the lamp, refer to arrow, to press it forward for removal
2. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb
while turning it to the left and pull it out
3. Replace the bulb.
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5. Insert a new bulb in the headlamp and turn as far to the right as possi- ble
6. Connect the plug connector to the bulb, ensuring proper engagement.
Front fog lamps H11 bulb, 55 watts
The bulb is pressurized. There- fore, wear safety glasses and pro-
tective gloves. Failure to comply with this precaution could lead to injury if the bulb is accidentally damaged during replacement.<
1. Pull the cover in front of the fog lamp
forward
2. Loosen the two screws, refer to
arrows, and remove the fog lamp. When pulling out, overcome initial resistance and turn the headlamp somewhat to the left
3. Pull the cable connector off the bulb 4. Turn the bulb to the left and remove
Tail lamps 21 watt bulbs: P 21 W or PY 21 W*, recommendation: BMW special bulbs with neutral coloration 1 Turn signal indicator 2 Rear lamp/
side marker lamp
3 Backup lamps 4 Brake lamp 5 Reflector
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Lamps in the side panel: 1. Open the cover in the side panel 2. Lift the side panel if necessary 3. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb
holder while turning it to the left for removal and replacement
4. Remove the bulb.
Lamps in the tailgate: 1. Unclip the trim panel in the tailgate
with a screwdriver
2. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb
holder while turning it to the left for removal and replacement.
3. Remove the bulb.
License plate lamps 5 Watt bulb 1. Press the lamp out to the side with a
screwdriver
2. Remove the lamp and replace the
bulb.
Center brake lamp LED strip in the rear spoiler: please contact your BMW Sports Activity Vehi- cle center in case of a malfunction.
Changing a wheel
Safety precautions to observe in the event of a flat and during all
tire changes: Park the vehicle as far as possible from passing traffic. Park on a firm, flat, sur- face. Switch on the hazard warning flashers. Turn the steering wheel to the straight- ahead position, remove the key and engage the steering lock. Shift into 1st or reverse, selector lever in Park with automatic transmission, and engage the handbrake. All passengers should be outside the vehicle and well away from your imme- diate working area, behind a guardrail, for instance. If a warning triangle or portable hazard warning lamp is required, set it up on the roadside at an appropriate distance from the rear of the vehicle. Comply with all safety guidelines and regula- tions. Change the wheel only on a level, firm surface which is not slippery. The vehi- cle or the jack could slip to the side if you attempt to raise the vehicle on a soft or slippery surface such as snow, ice, tiles etc.
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Position the jack on a firm support sur- face. Do not place wooden blocks or similar objects under the jack. If this is done, the jack might not be able to reach its full support capacity because of the limited height. To avoid serious or fatal injury: never lie under the vehicle, and never start the engine while it is sup- ported by the jack.<
What you will need In order to avoid rattling noises later, note the position of the tools when you remove them and return them to their original position when you are through using them. > Two wedges – wheel chocks Open the liftgate and tailgate. Raise the floor cover or pull-out cargo floor in luggage compartment, refer to pages 121, 122, 123. Remove the wheel chocks, refer to arrow, next to the spare wheel
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> Lug wrench
Located beside the spare tire
> Handle for the jack
Remove from its holder
> Jack
Remove the rubber band from the holder, refer to arrow, and take out the jack. When you have completed work, screw the jack all the way back down, remove the handle and insert it into its holder.
Changing a wheel
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Spare wheel 1. Loosen the wing nut 1 2. Remove the plate 2 to the side 3. Unscrew the threaded rod 3 com-
pletely.
Removal aid for the spare wheel By using this device, you do not have to lift the spare wheel out of the recess by hand. Its task is to help you to move the wheel onto the tailgate, from where you can easily lift it off. 1. Close the tailgate again 2. Grasp the handle of the removal aid
behind the spare wheel with both hands and pull upward over the tail- gate, refer to arrow
3. Hook both buckles into the latch of the tailgate, refer to arrow; the tail- gate is released
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4. Remove the support rod from the
5. Press the tailgate down and hold it
bracket
there. The spare wheel is now pulled by means of the removal aid onto the tailgate
6. Insert the support rod in the tailgate lock and press down until it engages, refer to arrow 1; then lock hook of rod in striker, refer to arrow 2
Hold the tailgate in the opened position and do not allow it to retract sharply upward. If you do so, there is a risk of personal injury and vehicle damage.<
Be sure that the support rod is locked firmly in place. If you fail to
do so, it could retract sharply upward and cause personal injury and vehicle damage.<
7. You can now release the locked tail- gate and take the spare wheel down from the tailgate. It is recommended that you leave the tailgate locked into place until you have completed the wheel change and placed the wheel with the defective tire into the removal aid.
Changing a wheel
Procedure 1. Read carefully and comply with the
safety precautions on page 157
2. Secure the vehicle to prevent it from
rolling: Place the wedges – chocks – behind the wheels on the side opposite the side you are lifting. If the vehicle is parked on a downward slope, place the wedges securely in front of the wheels. If the wheel must be changed on a surface with a more severe slope, take additional precau- tions to secure the vehicle from roll- ing
3. Loosen the lug bolts 1/2-turn 4. Insert the jack handle into the jack,
refer to the illustration in the next col- umn
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10. Screw in the remaining lug bolts. Tighten all the bolts securely in a diagonal pattern
11. Lower the jack and remove it from
beneath the vehicle
12. Tighten the lug bolts in a diagonal
pattern
13. Check and correct the tire inflation pressure at the earliest opportunity. Protect valve stems and valves from dirt using screw-on valve stem caps. Dirt in the valve stems frequently leads to slow leaks.
The vehicle jack is designed for changing wheels only. Do not
attempt to raise another vehicle model with it or to raise any load of any kind. To do so could cause accidents and personal injury. To ensure continued safety, have the tightness of the lug bolts checked with a calibrated lug wrench – torque speci- fication: 101 lb-ft/140 Nm – at the earli- est opportunity.<
Store the wheel and the tools in the order opposite that for removal.
5. Position the jack at the jacking point closest to the flat tire so that the jack base is vertically below the jacking point and the entire surface of the head of the jack will move into the square recess of the jacking point, refer to the illustration detail, when the jack is cranked
6. Jack the vehicle up until the wheel you are changing is raised from the ground
7. Unscrew the lug bolts and remove
the wheel
8. Remove accumulations of mud or dirt from the mounting surfaces of the wheel and hub. Clean the lug bolts
9. Position the spare wheel. Secure the
wheel by turning at least two lug bolts into opposite bolt holes
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Battery
Before removing the support rod, be sure that the tailgate is held
down firmly. If you fail to do so, it could retract sharply upward and cause per- sonal injury and vehicle damage. After you remove the rod, close the tail- gate carefully. Continue to hold it firmly until it is completely closed.<
If light-alloy wheels other than original BMW light-alloy wheels have been mounted, it may be necessary to use different lug bolts for those wheels. Replace the defective tire as soon as possible and have the new wheel/tire balanced.
Driving with spare wheel
With certain wheel and tire combi- nations the size of the spare wheel
differs from that of the other wheels. The spare wheel is equivalent to these in all speed and load ranges. However, to restore the original state, the normal wheel should be remounted as soon as possible. With the spare tire mounted the maximum speed is 130 mph/ 210 km/h.<
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead
and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling.<
Battery care The battery is maintenance-free, that is, the original electrolyte will normally last for the service life of the battery under moderate climatic conditions.
For all questions that regard the battery, please consult your BMW
Sports Activity Vehicle center.<
Charging the battery Only charge the battery in the vehicle via the terminals in the engine compart- ment with the engine off. For correct connections, refer to Jump-starting on page 165.
Disposal
Return used batteries to a recy- cling point or your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center. Maintain the battery in an upright position for trans- port and storage. Always restrain the battery to prevent it from tipping over during transport.<
Fuses
In the glove compartment Open the glove compartment and turn the two quick-release fasteners to the left.
In the cargo area Open the right cover by pulling the han- dle.
Never attempt to repair a blown fuse, and do not replace a defec-
tive fuse with a substitute of another color or amperage rating, as this could lead to a circuit overload, ultimately resulting in a fire in the vehicle.<
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For technical reasons, the emer- gency call cannot be guaranteed
under the most unfavorable condi- tions.<
Under certain conditions, an emer- gency call is triggered automatically immediately after a severe accident. The automatic emergency call is not affected by the button being pressed.
Roadside Assistance* Press button 2 for at least 2 seconds. With the BMW Assist activated, the cur- rent location of your vehicle will be transmitted in the specific country.
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Receiving assistance
The Roadside Assistance of the BMW Group offers you assistance in the event of a breakdown around the clock, also at weekends and on public holi- days. The phone numbers of the Roadside Assistance control center in your home country can be found in the BMW dealer directory. In the case of vehicles with the corre- sponding equipment, you can use but- tons in the headlining to contact Road- side Assistance or start an emergency call. When an emergency call is triggered, a telephone connection is set up to the general emergency call center. In vehicles where BMW Assist is enabled, the phone system will also automatically establish contact with the BMW Assist emergency call center. If the current location of your vehicle can be determined, this is transferred to the BMW Assist emergency call center. The condition for starting an emergency call or contacting Roadside Assistance: > The car phone is logged on to a
mobile telephone network
> The emergency call system is
operable.
1 Starting an emergency call 2 Establishing contact to Roadside
Assistance
Starting an emergency call* Press button 1 for at least 2 seconds. The indicator lamp in the button lights up. As soon as the voice connection to the general emergency number has been set up, the indicator lamp flashes. If the indicator lamp flashes, but you are unable to hear the emergency call cen- ter, you can still be heard by the emer- gency call center.
Jump-starting
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When your battery is discharged you can use two jumper cables to start your vehicle with power from the battery in a second vehicle. You can also use the same method to help start another vehicle. Use only jumper cables with fully-insulated clamp handles.
Preparing 1. Check whether the battery of the
other vehicle has a voltage of 12 Volts and approximately the same capacitance in Ah. This information can be found on the battery
2. Switch off the engine of the support
To avoid the risk of potentially fatal injury, always avoid all con- tact with electrical components while the engine is running. Carefully observe the following instructions to avoid per- sonal injury and/or damage to one or both vehicles.<
vehicle
3. Switch off any electrical systems and
components in both vehicles.
