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Car-care products For the cleaning and care of your vehicle, BMW recommends using only products that BMW has approved for this purpose. Regular cleaning and care make a significant contribution to retaining your BMW's value. The BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center will be happy to consult you on products and services for the cleaning and care of your BMW.
Genuine BMW Care Products are materi- als tested, laboratory tested, and tested in
actual use. They offer optimum care and pro- tection for your vehicle.<
Do not use cleaners that contain alcohol or solvents; they can damage your vehi-
cle.<
Cleaning agents can contain substances that are dangerous or pose health risks. You should therefore heed the warnings and hazard indications on the packaging. Open the doors or windows on your vehicle whenever cleaning the interior. Make sure there is suffi- cient ventilation in enclosed spaces. Use only products that are formulated for vehicle clean- ing.<
Exterior care
Washing your vehicle
In the winter months, it is especially important to ensure that the vehicle is washed on a regular basis. Otherwise, signifi- cant soiling and road salt can cause damage to the vehicle.<
After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes briefly to dry them. Failure to do so may lead to a reduction in braking efficiency and also to corrosion of the brake rotors.<
Car washes Give preference to cloth car washes.
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Before driving into the car wash, make sure that it is suitable for your BMW. Pay attention to the following points: > Dimensions of your vehicle, refer to
page 281.
> If necessary, fold in exterior mirrors, refer to
page 51.
> Maximum permissible tire width.
Avoid car washes with guide rails higher than 4 in/10 cm as these may damage
parts of the vehicle body.< Preparations for driving into the car wash: > Deactivate the rain sensor to prevent
undesired wiper operation.
> BMW X5: deactivate rear window wiper and
protect it from damage. Take appropriate protective measures; inquiring with the car wash operator as needed.
> Remove add-on parts such as spoilers or
phone antennas if they risk being damaged.
Before driving into the car wash, observe the following so that the vehicle is able to roll: 1.
Insert the remote control into the ignition lock, even with Comfort Access.
2. Shift into transmission position N. 3. Release the parking brake. 4. Deactivate Automatic Hold, refer to
page 61.
5. Switch off the engine. 6. Leave the remote control in the ignition lock
so that the vehicle can roll.
Mixed tires*
Before driving into a car wash, make sure that the vehicle width is not too large for the car wash, as otherwise the vehicle and the car wash could be damaged.<
Steam cleaners/high-pressure cleaning jets
When using steam cleaners or high-pres- sure cleaning jets, make sure to maintain a sufficient distance and stay below a maximum temperature of 1407/606. Insufficient distance or excessive pressure or temperature can damage parts of the vehicle or can result in water penetration. Follow the oper- ating instructions for the high-pressure clean- ing jets.<
Do not spray the sensors and cameras, e.g. of Park Distance Control, Top View, or rear view camera, with high-pressure clean- ers for long periods and keep the spray nozzle at least 12 in/30 cm away from them.<
Hand washing When washing the vehicle by hand, use plenty of water and car washing shampoo. Clean the vehicle with gentle pressure using a sponge or a washing brush.
Before cleaning the windshield, deacti- vate the rain sensor or switch off the igni-
tion to prevent unwanted wiper operation.<
Follow local guidelines for washing vehi- cles by hand.<
Headlamps Do not rub dry and never use abrasives or strong solvents to clean the covers. Loosen dirt, e.g. insects, with shampoo or insect remover and wash away with plenty of water. Use a window de-icer to remove accumulated ice and snow, not a scraper.
Windows Use a glass cleaner to clean the inside and out- side surfaces of the windows and the glass sur- faces of the mirrors.
Do not use quartz-containing cleansers to clean glass surfaces of the mirrors.<
Caring for the vehicle finish Regular care helps your vehicle retain its value and protects the paint from the long-term effects of aggressive substances. Regionally occurring environmental factors can affect and damage vehicle finish. It is therefore important to tailor the frequency and extent of your car care accordingly. Immediately remove particularly aggressive substances such as spilled fuel, oil, grease, brake fluid, tree resin, or bird droppings; other- wise, they may damage your paint.
Repairing paint damage
Repair stone damage or scratches imme- diately, depending on the severity of the
damage, to prevent the formation of rust.< BMW recommends having paint damage pro- fessionally repaired using Genuine BMW finish materials in accordance with factory guidelines.
Waxing Sealant is required when water no longer beads on the clean surface of the paint. Use only prod- ucts that contain carnauba wax or synthetic wax to seal your finish.
Rubber gaskets Treat only with water or a rubber care product.
To avoid noise or damage, do not use products that contain silicone to care for
rubber gaskets.<
Chrome components Particularly after exposure to road salt, thor- oughly cleanse parts like the radiator grille, door handles, or window frames with plenty of water with shampoo added to it. For additional treat- ment, use chrome polish.
Alloy wheels Depending on your system, braking can gener- ate dust, which settles on the light-alloy wheels. Remove this dust regularly with acid-free wheel cleaner.
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Do not use aggressive, acid-containing, strongly alkaline, or coarse cleansers and
do not use steam cleaners at temperatures greater than 1407/606; otherwise you may damage your vehicle.<
Aluminum running boards A rust film on the aluminum running boards can be removed with a special cleaning agent.
Outside sensors/cameras
Make sure that sensors and cameras out- side the vehicle, e.g. Park Distance Con-
trol, Top View, or rear view camera, are kept clean and free of ice in order to assure full func- tionality.<
Interior care
Upholstery materials/cloth-covered paneling Clean regularly with a vacuum cleaner in order to remove surface dirt. In the event of more serious soiling such as bev- erage stains, use a soft sponge or a lint-free microfiber cloth in combination with suitable interior cleaners. Follow the instructions on the packaging.
Clean upholstery material over a large area extending out to the seams. Avoid
intense friction.<
Open Velcro fasteners on pants or other items of clothing can cause damage to the seat covering. Make sure that the Velcro fasteners are closed.<
Leather/leather-covered paneling
The leather used by BMW is a high quality natural product. Slight patterns in the
grain are part of the typical properties of a natu- ral leather.< Dust and dirt from the road chafe in pores and folds and result in considerable wear and cause the leather surface to become prematurely brit- tle. We therefore suggest that you clean the
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leather with a dust cloth or vacuum cleaner at regular intervals. Particularly with light-colored leather, make sure to clean it regularly since it has a greater tendency to become soiled. Treat the leather twice a year with a leather lotion since dirt and grease harm the protective layer of the leather.
Carpeting/floor mats* Floor mats can be removed for cleaning. If the carpets are very dirty, clean with a microfi- ber cloth and water or an interior cleaner. To prevent matting of the carpet, rub back and forth in the direction of travel only.
Plastic components inside > Vinyl upholstery surfaces > Lamp lenses > Cover glass of instrument cluster > Matte parts Should be cleaned with water and, if necessary, solvent-free plastic cleaner.
Fine wooden components Use a damp cloth to clean fine wooden trim panels and components. Follow up by drying with a soft cloth.
Safety belts Soiled seatbelt straps hinder the reeling, thus reducing safety.
Do not use chemical cleansers as they can destroy the webbing.<
Inside sensors/cameras Clean inside sensors and cameras, such as those of the high-beam assistant, using a lint- free cloth moistened with glass cleaner.
Displays Clean displays like the radio or the instrument cluster using a display-cleaning cloth or a soft, nonabrasive lint-free cloth.
Avoid using excessive pressure when cleaning displays; otherwise, you could
damage them.<
Never use chemical-based cleansers or household scouring products. Keep all liquids away from the equipment. Otherwise surfaces or electrical components could be attacked or damaged.<
CD/DVD-player
Do not use cleaning CDs; they can dam- age parts of the player.<
Storing your vehicle When storing your vehicle for longer than three months, please seek the advice of your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center or a workshop that works in accordance with BMW guidelines.
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Replacing components
Onboard toolkit
BMW X5: rear
The onboard toolkit is located in the cargo area under the floor panel.
Replacing wiper blades
Front
1. Fold down the wiper arm. 2. Swing the wiper blade upward. 3. Remove the wiper blade toward the wind-
shield, refer to arrow.
1. Lift off the wiper arm completely and pull off
the wiper blade, refer to arrow.
2. Mount the new wiper blade and press on
until it is heard to engage.
Lamps and bulbs Lamps and bulbs make an essential contribu- tion to vehicle safety. You must be duly diligent in replacing them. BMW recommends having your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center per- form any work that you do not feel competent to perform yourself or that is not described here. Never touch the glass of 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, napkin, etc., or hold the bulb by its metal socket.< A replacement bulb set is available from your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center.
Only replace bulbs when cool, as other- wise you may be burned.< Whenever you perform any work on the electrical system, turn off the systems/ consumers involved to prevent short circuits from occurring. To avoid possible injury or equipment damage when replacing bulbs, observe any instructions provided by the bulb manufacturer.<
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When performing care and maintenance on the headlamps, please observe the information on page 259.
For bulbs for which replacement is not described and for checking and adjusting
headlamp aim, please contact your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center.<
Light-emitting diodes LEDs Light-emitting diodes installed behind translu- cent lenses serve as the light source for many of the controls and displays in your vehicle. These light-emitting diodes, which operate using a concept similar to that applied in conventional lasers, are officially designated as Class 1 light- emitting diodes.
Do not remove the covers, and never stare into the unfiltered light for several hours, as irritation of the retina could result.<
Headlamp glass Condensation can form on the inside of the external lamps in cool or humid weather. When the light is switched on, the condensation evap- orates after a short time. The headlamp glasses do not need to be changed. If there is a large amount of moisture, for exam- ple if water droplets form in the lamp, have it checked by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center.
BMW X5: changing lamps
Xenon lamps These bulbs have a very long service life and the probability of a failure is very low. If a lamp should nevertheless fail, you can continue driv- ing cautiously with fog lamps* provided that this is permitted by the country-specific laws. Have work on the xenon light unit includ- ing changing the bulb carried out only by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained per- sonnel. Due to the high voltage present in the
system, there is a danger of fatal injuries when work is carried out improperly.<
Halogen bulbs: Parking lamps and roadside parking lamps, daytime driving lamps 35-Watt bulb, H8
The bulb is pressurized. Therefore, wear safety glasses and protective gloves. Otherwise there is a danger of injuries if the bulb is accidentally damaged during replace- ment.< 1. Turn the cover to the left and remove.
2. Turn the bulbs to the left, pull off the con-
nector and replace. Install in the reverse order.
3.
Turn signals, front 24-Watt bulb, PY24W 1. Rotate bulb holder to the left and remove it
along with the bulb.
2. Rotate the bulb to the right along with the
socket and replace. Install in the reverse order.
3.
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1. Open the side panel in the cargo area. 2. Remove the first-aid kit* and warning trian-
gle* if necessary. Fold up the insulation.
3. Push the button, arrow 1, down, press the
catches, arrows 2, outward slightly and remove the bulb holder.
4. P21W bulb:
Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while turning it to the left, remove the bulb and replace it. W16W bulb: Take out the bulbs and replace them.
5. Re-engage the bulb holder so that it audibly
clicks into place.
6. Remount the side panel.
Brake force display 1. Carefully remove the cover in the liftgate
panel with a screwdriver.
Side marker lamps, rear To replace, please go to a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with cor- respondingly trained personnel.
Tail lamps > Turn signals, brake lamps: 21-watt bulb,
P21W
> Brake force display: 21-watt bulb, P21W > Backup lamp: 16-watt bulb, W16W > Rear lamp: LED technology.
In case of a defect, please go to a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center or a work- shop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel.
Arrangement of tail lamps
1 Rear lamp 2 Brake force display 3 Brake lamp 4 Tail lamp/side marker lamp 5 Backup lamp 6 Turn signal
Turn signals, brake lamps and backup lamps The bulbs are integrated in a single bulb holder.
2. Push the catch on the bulb holder to the left,
arrow, and remove it.
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3. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while
turning it to the left for removal and replace- ment.
4. Re-engage the bulb holder so that it audibly
clicks into place.
5. Before installing the cap, unclip the cargo
area lamp. Then lay the cap on its upper side and close it, refer to arrow.
6. Position the cargo area lamp and clip it in,
refer to arrow.
License plate lamp 5-Watt bulb, C5W
1. Slide the lamp to the right with a screw-
driver, refer to arrow 1.
2. Remove the lamp, arrow 2. 3. Replace the bulb. 4. Reinstall the lamp.
Center brake lamp This lamp uses LED technology for operation. In case of a defect, please go to a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel.
BMW X6: changing lamps
Xenon lamps These bulbs have a very long service life and the probability of a failure is very low. If a lamp should nevertheless fail, you can continue driv- ing cautiously with fog lamps* provided that this is permitted by the country-specific laws. Have work on the xenon light unit includ- ing changing the bulb carried out only by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained per- sonnel. Due to the high voltage present in the system, there is a danger of fatal injuries when work is carried out improperly.<
Parking lamps and roadside parking lamps, daytime driving lamps* 35-Watt bulb, H8
The bulb is pressurized. Therefore, wear safety glasses and protective gloves. Otherwise there is a danger of injuries if the
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bulb is accidentally damaged during replace- ment.< 1. Turn the cover to the left and remove.
2. Pull the bulb out of the bulb holder and
replace. Install in the reverse order.
3.
Turn signals, front 24-Watt bulb, PY24W 1. Rotate bulb holder to the left and remove it
along with the bulb.
2. Left side of vehicle:
Rotate the bulb holder to the right, refer to arrow, and remove. Right side of vehicle: Rotate the bulb holder to the left and remove.
3. Disconnect plug and replace bulb. 4.
Install in the reverse order.
Side marker lamps 5-Watt bulb, WY5W XLL 1. Rotate the bulb holder to the left and
remove.
2. Rotate the bulb to the right along with the
socket and replace. Install in the reverse order.
3.
Tail lamps > Turn signals, backup lamps: 21-watt bulb,
H21W
> Brake lamps, brake force display: 21-watt
bulb, P21W
> Rear lamp: LED technology.
In case of a defect, please go to a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center or a work- shop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel.
Arrangement of tail lamps
1 Brake force display/rear lamps 2 Brake lamp/rear lamp
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3 Backup lamp 4 Turn signal
3. Remove bulb holder along with bulb and
replace.
Brake lamps 1. Open the side panel in the cargo area. 2. Remove the first-aid kit* and warning trian-
gle* if necessary.
3. Rotate the relevant bulb socket to the left
and remove.
4.
Install in the reverse order.
Brake force display 1. Carefully remove the cover in the liftgate
panel with a screwdriver.
2. Rotate the bulb socket to the left and
remove.
4. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while
turning it to the left for removal and replace- ment. Install in the reverse order.
5.
Turn signal 1. Open the side panel in the cargo area. 2. Remove the first-aid kit* and warning trian-
gle* if necessary.
3. Remove bulb holder along with bulb and
replace.
4.
Install in the reverse order.
Backup lamp 1. Open the side panel in the cargo area. 2. Remove the first-aid kit* and warning trian-
gle* if necessary.
3. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while
turning it to the left for removal and replace- ment. Insert the bulb socket in the liftgate and engage it.
4.
5. Replace the cover.
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License plate lamp 5-Watt bulb, C5W 1. Slide the lamp to the right with a screw-
driver, refer to arrow 1.
you. Also refer to New wheels and tires, page 249.
BMW X6: do not rotate the front wheels to the rear or vice versa, as otherwise the
handling characteristics will be negatively affected.<
Suitable tools for changing tires are avail- able as accessories at your BMW Sports
Activity Vehicle Center.<
Jacking points for vehicle jack
2. Remove the lamp, arrow 2. 3. Replace the bulb. 4. Reinstall the lamp.
Center brake lamp This lamp uses LED technology for operation. In case of a defect, please go to a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel.
Changing wheels Your BMW is equipped with run-flat tires as standard. As a result, it is not necessary to change the wheel immediately in the case of air loss in the event of a breakdown. To continue driving with a damaged tire: > With Flat Tire Monitor, refer to Indication of
a flat tire page 100
> With Tire Pressure Monitor, refer to Mes-
sage with low tire inflation pressure page 103
You will recognize run-flat tires by a circular symbol containing the letters RSC on the side of the tire, refer to Run-flat tires, page 249. When mounting new tires, or changing from summer to winter tires or vice versa, use run-flat tires for your own safety. No spare tire is avail- able in case of a flat tire. Your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center will be happy to advise
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The jacking points for the vehicle jack are located in the positions shown.
Compact wheel*
Safety precautions in the event of a flat tire or wheel change: park the vehicle as far as possible from passing traffic and on solid ground. Switch on the hazard warning flashers. Set the parking brake and engage transmission position P. Have all vehicle occupants get out of the vehicle and ensure that they remain outside the imme- diate area in a safe place, such as behind a guardrail. 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 vehi- cle. Comply with all safety guidelines and regu- lations. Change the wheel only on a level, firm surface which is not slippery. The vehicle 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. Position the jack on a firm support surface. Do not use a wooden block or similar object as a support base for the jack, as this would prevent
it from extending to its full support height and reduce its load-carrying capacity. To avoid serious or fatal injury: never lie under the vehicle, and never start the engine while it is supported by the jack.<
What you will need To avoid rattling noises later on, note the posi- tions of the tools before removing them, then return them to their initial positions after com- pleting work. The tools are located in the mount under the floor panel flap.
Preparing wheel change 1. Observe the safety precautions above. 2. Loosen the lug bolts a half turn.
Jacking up vehicle 1. Position the vehicle jack at the jacking point closest to the wheel so that the entire sur- face of the jack base rests on the ground perpendicularly beneath the jacking point.
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.<
1 Vehicle jack* 2 Vehicle jack crank* 3 Lug wrench*
Removing compact wheel The compact wheel is located in the cargo area under the floor panel.
2. Guide the jack head into the rectangular
recess of the jacking point when cranking up, refer to illustration detail.
1. Remove the tool mount. 2. Unscrew the wing nut 1. 3. Remove the washer 2 laterally. 4. Remove the compact wheel.
3. Jack the vehicle up until the wheel you are
changing is raised from the ground.
Mounting a wheel 1. Unscrew the lug bolts and remove the
wheel.
2. Remove accumulations of mud or dirt from
the mounting surfaces of the wheel and hub. Also clean the lug bolts.
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3. Position the new wheel or compact wheel. Secure the wheel by screwing at least two lug bolts into opposite bolt holes. When you mount wheels other than Genu- ine BMW light-alloy wheels, different lug bolts may also be required.
4. Screw in the remaining lug bolts. Tighten all
the bolts securely in a diagonal pattern.
5. Lower the vehicle and remove the jack from
beneath the vehicle.
After mounting 1. Tighten the lug bolts in a diagonal pattern.
To ensure safety, always have the lug bolts checked with a calibrated
torque wrench as soon as possible to ensure that they are tightened to the speci- fied torque. Otherwise, incorrectly tight- ened lug bolts are a hidden safety risk. The tightening torque is 101 lb ft/140 Nm.<
2. Stow the defective wheel in the cargo area. The defective wheel cannot be stored under the floor panel flap due to its
size.<
3. Check and correct the tire inflation pressure
at the earliest opportunity.
Protect valve stems with valve screw caps against dirt and contamination. Dirt in valve stems is a frequent source of gradual air loss.< Initialize the Flat Tire Monitor, refer to page 100, or reset the Tire Pressure Moni- tor, refer to page 102.
4.
5. Replace the damaged tire as soon as possi-
ble and have the new wheel/tire balanced.
Driving with compact wheel
Drive reservedly and do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h. Otherwise, changes in the driving characteristics could result, for example reduced track stability on braking, extended braking distance, and altered self-steering characteristics in the limit range. In conjunction with winter tires, these charac- teristics are more pronounced.<
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Only one compact wheel may be mounted. Restore the wheels and tires to their original size as quickly as possible. Failure to do so is a safety risk.<
Vehicle battery
Battery care The battery is 100% maintenance-free, i.e., the electrolyte will last for the life of the battery when the vehicle is operated in a temperate cli- mate. Your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center will be glad to advise in all matters concerning the battery.
Replacing battery
Only use vehicle batteries that have been approved for your vehicle by the manu- facturer; otherwise, the vehicle could be dam- aged and systems or functions may not be fully available.< After a battery replacement, have the battery registered on the vehicle by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center to ensure that all com- fort functions are fully available.
Charging battery Only charge the battery in the vehicle via the terminals in the engine compartment with the engine switched off. Connections, refer to Jump starting on page 274.
Disposal
Have old batteries disposed of following replacement at your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center or bring them to a recycling cen- ter. Maintain the battery in an upright position for transport and storage. Always restrain the battery to prevent it from tipping over during transport.<
Power failure Following a temporary power failure, e.g. due to a discharged battery, the use of some equip- ment will be restricted, requiring its reinitializa-
tion. In the same way, individual settings are lost and must be updated again: > Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory
The positions must be stored again, refer to page 44.
> Time and Date
The values must be updated again, refer to pages 85, 85.
> Radio
Radio stations must be stored again, refer to page 171.
> Navigation system
You must wait until the system becomes functional again, refer to page 165.
> Glass sunroof/panoramic glass sunroof
It may only be possible to raise the glass sunroof/panoramic glass sunroof. The sys- tem must be initialized, refer to page 41.
> Digital compass
The system must be calibrated, refer to page 126.
> Active steering
The system automatically initializes for a short time as you drive. During this time, the system is deactivated, refer to page 106.
> xDrive
The system automatically initializes as you drive. During this time, indicator lamps light up. If the lamps do not disappear during the current trip, have the system checked.
Before removing the vehicle from stor- age, consult your BMW Sports Activity
Vehicle Center.<
Fuses
Never attempt to repair a blown fuse and do not replace a defective fuse with a sub- stitute of another color or amperage rating, as this could lead to a circuit overload, ultimately resulting in a fire in the vehicle.< A pair of plastic tweezers and instructions for fuse allocation is stored with the fuses in the cargo area.
Spare fuses can be obtained from your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle.
In interior The fuses are located in the front passenger footwell on the underside of the instrument cluster. 1. Unscrew screws, refer to arrows, of footwell
trim panel.
2. Lay the trim panel in the footwell. 3. Unscrew the screw, arrow 1, and fold down
the fuse carrier, arrow 2.
4. Replace the fuse concerned. 5.
Installation is carried out in the reverse order of removal. Ensure correct and secure attachment of the footwell trim panel in the process.
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In cargo area
Open the right-hand side panel in the cargo area.
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Giving and receiving assistance
Emergency request Conditions for an emergency request: > Full preparation package mobile phone.
With this equipment, an emergency request is still possible when no mobile phone is paired in the vehicle.
> BMW Assist is activated.
Activating BMW Assist, refer to page 228.
> Radio readiness is switched on. > The BMW Assist system is logged in on a
wireless communications network.
> The emergency request system is opera-
ble.
When the contract of participation with BMW Assist expires, the BMW Assist system can be deactivated by a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center without having to visit a workshop. Once the BMW Assist system has been deactivated, emergency requests are not possible. The BMW Assist system be reactivated by a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center after signing a new contract.
Initiating an emergency request 1. Briefly press protective cover to open.
Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the arrangement of the switches and indicator lamps may differ somewhat.
2. Press the SOS button until the LED in the
button lights up.
As soon as the voice connection to the BMW Assist Response Center has been established, the LED flashes. When the emergency request is received at the BMW Assist Response Center, the BMW Assist Response Center contacts you and takes fur- ther steps to help you. Even if you are unable to answer, the BMW Assist Response Center can take further steps to help you under certain conditions. If conditions allow, remain in the vehicle until the connection has been established. You will then be able to provide a detailed description of the situation. Information for determining the required rescue measures is transmitted to the BMW Assist Response Center, e.g. the current position of your vehicle, if this can be determined. If the LED flashes, but you are unable to hear the BMW Assist Response Center through the hands-free system, this could indicate, for instance, that the hands-free system is no longer operational. The BMW Assist Response Center may still be able to hear you, however. Under certain conditions, an emergency request is automatically initiated immediately after a severe accident. An automatic collision notification is not affected by the button being pressed.
For technical reasons, the emergency request cannot be guaranteed under
unfavorable conditions.<
Warning triangle* The warning triangle is located in the cargo area.
First-aid kit* Some of the articles contained in the first-aid kit have a limited service life. Therefore, check the
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3. Switch off any electrical systems and com-
ponents in both vehicles.
There must not be any contact between the bodies of the two vehicles, otherwise
there is a danger of shorting.<
Connecting jumper cables
To avoid personal injury from sparks, fol- low this sequence when connecting
jumper cables.< On your BMW the so-called starting-aid termi- nal in the engine compartment acts as the bat- tery positive terminal, also refer to the engine compartment overview on page 252. The cover cap is marked with +. 1. Fold open the cover of the BMW starting-
aid terminal. To do so, pull the tab.
2. Attach one end of the jumper cable plus/+ to the positive terminal of the battery or a starting-aid terminal of the vehicle provid- ing assistance.
3. Attach the second end of the cable to the
positive terminal of the battery or to a start- ing-aid terminal of the vehicle to be started. 4. Attach one end of the jumper cable minus/– to the negative terminal of the battery or to an engine or body ground of the assisting vehicle.
expiration dates of the contents regularly and replace the contents concerned in good time if necessary. The first-aid kit is stored in the cargo area, depending on the vehicle's equipment, > On the right in a storage tray or > Behind the left side panel
Roadside Assistance* Roadside Assistance can be reached around the clock in many countries. You can obtain assistance there in the event of a vehicle break- down. The phone numbers of Roadside Assistance can be found in the Contact brochure. With BMW Assist or BMW TeleService, you can contact BMW Roadside Assistance directly via iDrive to request assistance in the event of a breakdown, refer to page 227.
Jump starting When your battery is discharged, you can use two jumper cables to start your BMW 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.
To avoid the risk of potentially fatal injury, always avoid all contact with electrical
components while the engine is running. Care- fully adhere to the following sequence, both to prevent damage to one or both vehicles, and to guard against possible personal injuries.<
Preparation 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 bat- tery.
2. Switch off the engine of the assisting vehi-
cle.
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Your BMW has a special nut as body ground or negative pole.
Transporting your vehicle
5. Attach the second end of the cable to the negative terminal of the battery or to the engine or body ground of the vehicle to be started.
Starting engine 1. Start the engine on the assisting vehicle
and allow it to run at idle for several minutes at slightly increased speed.
2. Start the engine on the other vehicle in the
usual way. If the first starting attempt is not successful, wait a few minutes before another attempt in order to allow the discharged battery to recharge.
3. Let the engines run for a few minutes. 4. Disconnect the jumper cables by reversing
the connection sequence.
Check the battery and recharge if necessary.
Never use spray fluids to start the engine.<
Tow-starting and towing
Observe applicable laws and regulations for tow-starting and towing.< Do not transport any passengers other than the driver in a vehicle that is being
towed.<
Note Your vehicle is not permitted to be towed. Therefore, contact a BMW Sports Activity Vehi- cle Center in the event of a breakdown.
Have your vehicle transported on a load- ing platform only; otherwise, damage may
occur.<
Tow truck
Do not tow your BMW with the front or rear axle raised individually; otherwise,
the wheels may lock and the transfer case may be damaged.<
Do not lift vehicle by tow fitting or body and chassis parts, otherwise damage may
result.<
Tow-starting
Note Do not tow-start your vehicle. Due to the automatic transmission, the engine cannot be started by tow-starting. Have the cause of the starting difficulties reme- died.
Towing other vehicles
General information
Your vehicle must not be lighter than the vehicle being towed; otherwise, it will not
be possible to control vehicle response.<
Attach the tow bar or tow rope to the tow fitting; connecting it to other vehicle parts
may cause damage.<
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