User manual BMW X5 3.0I

Owner's Manual for Vehicle Contents From A to Z Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG X5 3.0i X5 4.4i X5 4.6is Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Congratulations, and thank you for choosing a BMW. Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide you with enhanced control and security when you drive it. We therefore have this request: Please take the time to read this Owner's Manual and familiarize yourself with the information that we have compiled for you before starting off in your new vehicle. It contains important data and instructions intended to assist you in gaining maximum use and satisfaction from the unique range of technical features on your BMW. The manual also contains information on vehicle maintenance designed to enhance operating safety and contribute to maintaining the value of your BMW throughout an extended service life. For additional information refer to the supplemental manuals. This Owner's Manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. It should stay with the vehicle when sold to provide the next owner with important operating, safety and maintenance information. This manual is supplemented by a Service and Warranty Information Booklet (US models) or a Warranty and Service Guide Booklet (Canadian models). We recommend that you read this publication thoroughly. Your BMW is covered by the following warranties: ­ New Vehicle Limited Warranty ­ Limited Rust Perforation Warranty ­ Federal Emissions System Defect Warranty ­ Federal Emissions Performance Warranty ­ California Emission Control System Limited Warranty Detailed information about these warranties is listed in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet (US models) or in the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet (Canadian models). We wish you an enjoyable driving experience. BMW AG Vorwort Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Contents Controls and features Cockpit 14 Instrument cluster 15 Indicator and warning lamps 18 Steering wheel with multifunction buttons 22 Warning triangle 23 First-aid kit 23 Refueling 24 Fuel specifications 25 Tire inflation pressures 26 Locks and security systems: Keys 30 Central locking system 30 Opening and closing ­ via the door lock 31 Opening and closing ­ via the remote control 32 Opening and closing ­ from the inside 35 Liftgate 36 Tailgate 37 Alarm system 39 Electric power windows 40 Sliding/tilt sunroof with glass moonroof 42 Adjustments: Correct sitting posture 44 Seats 44 Mechanical seat 45 Power seat 46 Head restraints 47 Power rear-seat backrest adjustment 48 Safety belt 49 Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory 50 Seat heating 51 Adjusting steering wheel 52 Steering wheel heating 53 Mirrors 53 Passenger safety systems: Airbags 55 Transporting children safely 58 Vehicle Memory, Key Memory 61 Driving: Ignition lock 62 Starting the engine 62 Switching off the engine 64 Parking brake 64 Manual transmission 65 Automatic transmission with Steptronic 66 Indicator/Headlamp flasher 68 Washer/Wiper system/Rain sensor 69 Cruise control 71 Everything under control: Odometer, outside temperature display 74 Tachometer 75 Energy control 75 Fuel gauge 75 Coolant temperature gauge 76 Service Interval Display 76 Check Control 77 Computer 80 Multi-Information Display (MID) 82 Digital clock in the MID 83 Computer in the MID 86 Inhalt Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Overview © 2001 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich, Germany Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. Order no. 01 41 0 156 416 US English IX/2001 Printed in Germany Printed on environmentally friendly paper (bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling). 5n Operation, maintenance Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Index Data Controlling the climate for pleasant driving: Air conditioner 103 Automatic climate control 106 Sunshades Independent ventilation system 112 Repairs Lamps: Parking lamps/Low beams 100 Instrument lighting 101 High beams/Standing lamps 101 Fog lamps 101 Interior lamps 102 Reading lamps 102 Loading and transporting: Ski bag 120 Cargo area Fold the rear backrests down 122 Cargo area cover 122 Partition net 123 Cover panels in the cargo area 124 Power outlets 125 Pull-out cargo floor 126 Stowing cargo 127 Roof-mounted luggage rack 128 Wheels and tires: Tire inflation pressures 136 Tire condition 136 Tire replacement 137 Wheel and tire combinations 139 Winter tires 140 Snow chains 140 Maintenance Controls Technology for safety and driving convenience: Park Distance Control (PDC) 91 Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) 92 Hill Descent Control (HDC) 94 Variable Ride Height 95 Variable Ride Height on both axles 95 Tire Pressure Monitor (RDC) 98 Adaptive brake light 99 Cabin convenience: BMW Universal Transmitter 113 Glove compartment 116 Storage compartments 116 Cellular phone 117 Beverage holder 117 Glasses compartment 118 Ashtray, front 118 Cigarette lighter, front 118 Ashtray, rear 119 Cigarette lighter, rear 119 Controls and features Special operating instructions: Break-in procedures 132 Driving your BMW X5 133 General driving notes 134 Antilock Brake System (ABS) 134 Brake system 135 Overview Contents Owner service procedures Operation, maintenance Under the hood: Hood 141 Engine compartment essentials 142 Washer fluid 143 Engine oil 143 Coolant 145 Brake fluid 146 Care and maintenance: The BMW Maintenance System 147 Laws and regulations: Technical modifications 148 California Proposition 65 Warning 148 OBD interface socket 149 Assistance, giving and receiving: Jump-starting 164 Towing the vehicle 166 Technical data Replacement procedures: Onboard tool kit 152 Windshield wiper blades 152 Lamps and bulbs 153 Changing a wheel 156 Battery 162 Fuses 163 Engine specifications 170 Dimensions 171 Weights 172 Capacities 173 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG 7n Index Everything from A to Z 176 Overview Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Index Data Repairs Maintenance Controls 8n Notes on the Owner's Manual We have made every effort to ensure that you are able to find what you need in this Owner's Manual as quickly as possible. The fastest way to find certain topics is by using the detailed index at the end. If you desire an initial overview of your vehicle, this can be found in the first chapter. The detailed table of contents on the preceeding pages is intended to stimulate your curiosity regarding your BMW and to encourage you to read the Owner's Manual. Should you wish to sell your BMW at some time in the future, please remember to hand over the Owner's Manual to the new owner; it is legal part of the vehicle. If you have any questions, your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center will be glad to advise you. Symbols used Indicates precautions that must be followed precisely in order to avoid the possibility of personal injury and serious damage to the vehicle.< Contains information that will assist you in gaining the optimum benefit from your vehicle and enable you to care more effectively for your vehicle.< Refers to measures that can be taken to help protect the environment.< < Marks the end of a specific item of information. t Identifies index entries that refer to owner service procedures or topics on vehicle maintenance. Identifies systems or components, which can either be activated or adapted to suit an individual driver's requirements ("Vehicle Memory", "Key Memory"), refer to page 61. Remember that activation and adjustments on some of these systems can only be performed at your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center.< * Indicates special equipment, countryspecific equipment and optional extras. Notes Symbols Online EditionThe individual 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG for Part No. 01 41 0 vehicle 9n The individual vehicle On buying your BMW, you have decided in favor of a model with individualized equipment and features. This Owner's Manual describes all models and equipment that BMW offers within the same group. We hope you will understand that equipment and features are included that you might not have chosen for your vehicle. Any differences can easily be identified, since all optional accessories and special equipment are marked with an asterisk *. If your BMW features equipment which is not described in this Owner's Manual (car radio or telephone, for instance), Supplementary Owner's Manuals are enclosed. We ask you to read these manuals as well. Status at time of printing BMW pursues a policy of continuous, ongoing development that is conceived to ensure that our vehicles continue to embody the highest quality and safety standards combined with advanced, state-of-the-art technology. For this reason, it is possible that the features described in this Owner's Manual could differ from those on your vehicle. Nor can errors and omissions be entirely ruled out. You are therefore asked to appreciate that no legal claims can be entertained on the basis of the data, illustrations or descriptions in this manual. Overview Aktualität bei Drucklegung Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Index Data Repairs Maintenance Controls 10n For your own safety Installation and operation of non-BMW approved accessories such as alarms, Use unleaded gasoline only. Fuels containing up to and including For your own safety, use genuine parts radios, amplifiers, radar detectors, wheels, suspension components, brake 10% ethanol or other oxygenates with and accessories approved by BMW. dust shields, telephones (including up to 2.8% oxygen by weight (that is, When you purchase accessories tested operation of any portable cellular phone 15% MTBE or 3% methanol plus an and approved by BMW and Original from within the vehicle without using an equivalent amount of co-solvent) will BMW Parts, you simultaneously acquire externally mounted antenna) or transnot void the applicable warranties the assurance that they have been thorceiver equipment (for instance, CBs, respecting defects in materials or work- oughly tested by BMW to ensure walkie-talkie, ham radio or similar manship. Field experience has indioptimum performance when installed accessories) may cause extensive cated significant differences in fuel on your vehicle. damage to the vehicle, compromise its quality (volatility, composition, addiBMW warrants these parts to be free safety, interfere with the vehicle's electives, etc.) among gasolines offered for from defects in material and workman- trical system or affect the validity of the sale in the United States and Canada. ship. BMW Limited Warranty. Contact your The use of poor-quality fuels may result BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center for BMW will not accept any liability for in driveability, starting and stalling additional information.< problems especially under certain envi- damage resulting from installation of parts and accessories not approved by ronmental conditions such as high Maintenance, replacement, or ambient temperature and high altitude. BMW. repair of the emission control Should you encounter driveability prob- BMW cannot test every product from devices and systems may be performed lems which you suspect could be other manufacturers to verify if it can be by any automotive repair establishment related to the fuel you are using, we used on a BMW safely and without risk or individual using any certified autorecommend that you respond by to either the vehicle, its operation, or its motive part.< switching to a recognized high-quality occupants. brand. Original BMW Parts, BMW Accessories Symbol on vehicle parts Failure to comply with these recomand other products approved by BMW, Indicates that you should consult mendations may result in unscheduled together with professional advice on the relevant section of this maintenance. using these items, are available from all Owner's Manual for information on a Follow the relevant safety rules when BMW Sports Activity Vehicle centers. particular part or assembly. you are handling gasoline.< Important safety information. For your own safety Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG 11n The following only applies to vehicles owned and operated in the US. REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying BMW of North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone (201) 307-4000. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer or BMW of North America, LLC. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Index Data Repairs Maintenance Controls Overview 12n Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG 13n Overview Overview Controls and features Controls Owner service procedures Repairs Technical data Data Index Index Overview Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Maintenance Operation, maintenance 14nCockpit 1 Parking lamps/Low beams 100 2 Fog lamps 101 3 > Turn signal indicator 69 > Standing lamps 101 > High beams 101 > Headlamp flasher 68 > Computer 80 530de328 4 Wiper/Washer system 69 5 Rear window defroster 104, 109 6 Central locking system 30 7 Hazard warning flashers 8 Horn, the entire surface 9 Adjusting steering wheel 52 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Instrument cluster 15n 530us220 1 Fuel gauge 75 2 Indicator lamp for turn signals 21 3 Speedometer 4 Indicator lamp for high beams 21 5 Tachometer and Energy Control 75 6 Coolant temperature gauge 76 7 Indicator and warning lamps 18 to 21 8 Selector lever and program display for automatic transmission* 66 9 Service Interval Display 76 10 Computer display ­ operation via the turn signal lever, refer to page 80: > Outside temperature > Average fuel consumption > Cruising range > Average speed Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Index Data Repairs Maintenance Controls Overview 16nInstrument cluster 530us220 11 Indicator lamp for Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) 20 12 Variable Ride Height* 95 13 Odometer and trip odometer 74 14 Indicator for Check Control 77 15 Reset button for trip odometer 74 16 Indicator and warning lamps 18 to 21 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Instrument cluster* 17n 530us221 1 Fuel gauge 75 2 Indicator lamp for turn signals 21 3 Speedometer 4 Indicator lamp for high beams 21 5 Tachometer and Energy Control 75 6 Coolant temperature gauge 76 7 Indicator and warning lamps 18 to 21 8 CHECK button 77 9 Selector lever and program display for automatic transmission* 66 10 Outside temperature display 74 11 Indicator lamp for Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) 20 12 Trip odometer 74 13 Indicator for Check Control 77 14 Odometer 74 15 Service Interval Display 76 16 Reset button for trip odometer 74 Index 17 Indicator and warning lamps 18 to 21 Data Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Repairs Maintenance Controls Overview 18nIndicator and warning lamps Red: stop immediately Battery charge current q The battery is no longer being charged. There is a malfunction of the alternator drive belt or in the charging circuit of the alternator. Please contact the nearest BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center. If the drive belt is defective, do not continue driving. The engine could be damaged due to overheating. If the drive belt is defective, increased steering effort is also required.< Engine oil pressure q Stop the vehicle immediately and switch off the engine. Check the engine oil level; top off as required. If the oil level is correct: please contact the nearest BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center. Do not continue driving. The engine could be damaged because of inadequate lubrication.< Parking brake*/ Brake hydraulic system q Comes on when you engage the parking brake. For additional information: refer to page 64. Comes on although the parking brake is released: have the brake fluid level checked. Before continuing your journey, be sure to read the notes on pages 135 and 146. Also comes on in the Check Control with the message "CHECK BRAKE LININGS". Parking brake warning lamp*/ Brake hydraulic system warning lamp for Canadian models. Tire Pressure Monitor (RDC)* q In addition, an acoustic signal is sounded: a flat tire has occurred. Reduce vehicle speed immediately and stop the vehicle. Avoid hard brake applications. As you steer the vehicle, use caution and avoid overcorrecting. For additional information: refer to page 98 Technology that monitors itself Indicator and warning lamps that are identified by "q" are tested for proper functioning whenever the ignition key is turned. They each light up once for different periods of time. If a fault should occur in one of these systems, the corresponding lamp does not go out after the engine is started or it lights up while the vehicle is moving. You will see how to react to this in the following section. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Indicator and warning lamps Red or yellow: continue to drive; drive cautiously If the brake warning lamp comes on red together with the yellow warning lamps for ABS and DSC: Continue to drive; drive cautiously and defensively and avoid full brake applications. Have the system checked by the nearest BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center. For additional information: refer to pages 92 and 134. If all three warning lamps come on yellow: Continue to drive; drive cautiously and defensively and avoid full brake applications. Have the system checked by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center as soon as possible. Warning lamps for Canadian models. 19n Red: an important reminder Parking brake* Comes on when the parking brake is engaged. For additional information: refer to page 64. Parking brake warning lamp* for Canadian models. Please fasten safety belts q Together with an acoustic signal or a message* in the Check Control. Comes on until the safety belts are fastened. For additional information on safety belts: refer to page 49. Airbags q Please have the system inspected by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center. For additional information: refer to page 55. Yellow: check as soon as possible Antilock Brake System (ABS) q ABS has been deactivated in response to system malfunction. Conventional braking performance remains available with no loss of efficiency. Please have the system inspected by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center. For additional information: refer to page 134 ABS warning lamp for Canadian models. Engine oil level Comes on while driving: The oil level is at the absolute minimum; refill as soon as possible. Do not drive more than approx. 30 miles (50 km) until you do. For additional information: refer to page 143. Engine oil level Comes on after the engine has been switched off: add engine oil at your earliest opportunity (when you stop to refuel). For additional information: refer to page 143. Overview Index Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Data Repairs Maintenance Controls 20nIndicator and warning lamps Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) q Indicator lamp flashes: The system is active and governs drive and braking force. The warning lamp comes on and stays on while driving: DSC has been switched off with the button. If, after repeatedly pressing the DSC button, the warning lamp still does not go off, then that means that the DSC, HDC and the vehicle's roadholding ability are defective. Please have the system checked by the nearest BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center. For additional information: refer to pages 92 and 94. Engine electronics* There is a fault in the engine's electronic control system. You can continue to drive with reduced engine output or engine speed. Please have the system inspected by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center. Tire Pressure Monitor (RDC)* q Check tire inflation pressures, refer to pages 26, 98 Service Engine Soon q If the indicator lamp comes on either continuously or intermittently, this indicates a fault in the emissions-related electronic systems. Although the vehicle remains operational, you should have the systems checked by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center at the earliest possible opportunity. For additional information: refer to page 149. Service Engine Soon warning lamp for Canadian models. Check Filler Cap* q If the indicator lamp comes on although the fuel cap is secured correctly: this indicates a malfunction in the fuel system. Have the system inspected by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center at the earliest opportunity. Additional information: refer to page 25 Automatic transmission* Because of a malfunction, the automatic transmission shifts only in the emergency program. Please consult the nearest BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center. For additional information: refer to page 68. Brake pads* q Have the brake pads checked. For additional information: refer to page 135. Variable Ride Height* q Variable Ride Height is inactive. Please consult the nearest BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center. For additional information: refer to page 95 Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) q Fault in the DBC system. Conventional braking performance remains available with no loss of efficiency. Please have the system checked and repaired by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center. For additional information: refer to page 93 Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) warning lamp for Canadian models Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Indicator and warning lamps Green: for your information Blue: for your information Turn signal indicators High beams Flashes when the turn signal Lights up when the high beams indicators are operated. Rapid are on or the headlamp flasher flashing indicates a system malfunction. is actuated. For additional information: refer to For additional information: refer to page 68. pages 68 and 101. Cruise control Comes on when the cruise control is activated: available for operation via the steering wheel with multifunction buttons. For additional information: refer to page 71. Fog lamps Lights up whenever you switch on the fog lamps. For additional information: refer to page 101. 21n Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Index Data Repairs Maintenance Controls Overview 22nSteering wheel with multifunction buttons The buttons integrated in the steering wheel are provided so that you can operate a number of accessories quickly and without being distracted from traffic conditions. You may operate: > Selected control functions for the radio along with CD and cassette player > The recirculated-air mode of the air conditioner or the steering-wheel heating* > The cruise control, > Selected phone functions* and > The voice entry* In order to operate a system, the corresponding system must be switched on.< Switch between phone and radio, cassette and CD. Volume Cruise control: calling up. Forward: > Radio Press briefly: scans for stations in FM band Extended pressure: search function > CD Press briefly: jump to next track Extended pressure: fast forward in track > Cassette Press briefly: stop track scan or fast forward Extended pressure: fast forward > Phone Scan personal phone book. Cruise control: store and accelerate (+); decelerate and store (­). Cruise control: activate/interrupt/deactivate. Press briefly: Accept incoming call, start dialing, terminate call. Extended pressure: Activate/deactivate voice entry. Recirculated-air mode and automatic recirculated-air control (AUC) or heated steering wheel: switch on/off. Rewind: functions as for fast forward. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Warning triangle* First-aid kit* 23n 530de242 530us005 1. Open the cover on the left in the cargo area: lift the handle on the cover 2. Pull the tab of the retaining strap (arrow) and remove the hazard warning triangle from the support bracket 3. To install: slide the hazard warning triangle into the support bracket and press on the retaining strap. Always observe all legal regulations requiring a warning triangle to be carried in the vehicle.< The first-aid kit is located under the front passenger's seat. To open: pull the handle and fold the cover down. To close: fold the cover up. Some of the articles in the first-aid kit may be used within a limited time only. For this reason, check the expiration dates of each of the items regularly, and replace any whose expiration dates have passed. You can acquire replacements in any drugstore or pharmacy. Always observe all legal regulations requiring a first-aid kit to be carried in the vehicle.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Index Data Repairs Maintenance Controls Overview 24nRefueling When handling fuels, comply with all of the applicable safety precautions and regulations pertaining to fuels. Never carry spare fuel containers in your vehicle. Whether empty or full, these containers can leak, cause an explosion, or lead to fire in the event of a collision.< 530de243 Fuel filler door Before filling the tank, switch off the engine. If you do not, fuel cannot be filled into the tank and the "Service Engine Soon" lamp may come on.< To open the fuel filler door, press on the front edge. In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can also open the fuel filler door manually: 1. Open the cover on the right in the cargo area: lift the handle on the cover 2. Pull the knob with the fuel pump symbol. Simple and environmentally friendly Open the filler cap carefully to prevent fuel from spraying out. Fuel spray may cause injury. Do not top off. Topping off may cause fuel spillage.< Keep the filler cap in the bracket attached to the fuel filler door. When refueling, insert the filler nozzle completely into the filler pipe. Pulling the nozzle out of the pipe during refueling > results in premature pump shutoff > and will reduce the effect of the vapor recovery system on the pump. 530us008 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Refueling Fuel specifications 25n To prevent damage to the catalytic converter, do not drive until the fuel tank is empty.< Tank capacity: approx. 24.6 gal. (approx. 93 liters), with a reserve capacity of > 6-cylinder engine: approx. 2.0 gal. (approx. 8 liters) > 8-cylinder engine: approx. 2.5 gal. (approx. 10 liters). Close the filler cap carefully after refueling until a "click" is heard. While closing, be sure not to squeeze the strap which is fastened to the cap. A loose or missing cap will activate the message "CHECK FILLER CAP" in the Check Control* or the "Check Filler Cap" lamp*.< > Premium Unleaded Gasoline, min. 91 AKI. AKI = Anti Knock Index Do not use leaded fuels. The use of leaded fuels will cause permanent damage to the system's oxygen sensor and the catalytic converter.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Index Data Repairs Maintenance Controls Overview As long as the filler nozzle is used prop- The engine uses lead-free gasoline erly, the fuel tank is full whenever the only. nozzle shuts off the first time. Required fuel: 26nTire inflation pressures Check tire inflation pressures regularly -- at least every two weeks and before beginning a longer trip. Incorrect tire pressure can otherwise lead to tire damage and accidents. Check the tire inflation pressure of the spare tire. Inflate the spare tire to the highest inflation of any tire on your vehicle.< Comply with tire approval specifications The inflation pressures in the table apply to tire sizes and tires from BMWapproved manufacturers. Your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center is familiar with these pressures. Higher pressures may be specified for tires from other manufacturers. Your vehicle is equipped with tires that not only meet US standards, but also European standards. We recommend the exclusive use of BMW-approved tires. You will find tire inflation pressures on the inside door pillar. Check tire pressures All pressure specifications are indicated in psi (kilopascal) for tires at ambient temperature (refer also to the next page). Vehicles with Tire Pressure Monitor (RDC)*: After correcting the inflation pressures, reactivate the system, refer to page 98. 530de225 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Tire inflation pressures BMW Tires All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi (kilopascal) with cold tires (cold = ambient temperature) All sizes 32 (220) 32 (220) 32 (220) 39 (270) 27n Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Index Data Repairs Maintenance Controls X5 Overview 28n Controls Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG 29n Overview Overview Controls and features Maintenance Controls Index Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Operation, maintenance Owner service procedures Repairs Technical data Data Index 30nKeys 2 Spare key for storage in a safe place, such as in your wallet. This key is not intended for continuous use 3 Door and ignition key The lock for the glove compartment cannot be operated with this key. This is recommended for valet parking, for instance. Central locking system The concept The central locking system is ready for operation as soon as you close the front doors. The system engages and releases the locks on the > doors > liftgate/tailgate > fuel filler door. The central locking system can be operated > from outside via the driver's door lock as well as via the remote control > from inside via the button for the central locking system. If the system is locked from inside, the fuel filler door remains unlocked, refer to page 35. When the system is actuated from outside of the vehicle, the anti-theft system is actuated simultaneously. The alarm system is also armed or disarmed. In the event of an accident, the central locking system unlocks automatically (only those doors which were not locked separately with the safety lock buttons), refer to page 35. In addition, the hazard warning flashers and interior lamps come on. The key set 1 The master keys with remote control determine the functions of the Key Memory, refer to page 61. You can mark individual keys for subsequent identification by applying the colored decals that you received when accepting delivery of your vehicle. There is an extended-life battery in every master key which is charged automatically in the ignition lock as you drive. For this reason, if you have a master key that is otherwise not used, use that key approx. once every year while driving for an extended period. This will charge the battery, refer also to page 32.< 463de023 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Opening and closing ­ via the door lock Convenience operation You can also operate the windows and sliding/tilt sunroof via the door lock. > To open: with the door closed, turn the key to the "Unlock" position and hold it > To close: with the door closed, turn the key to the "Lock" position and hold it. Watch during the closing process to be sure that no one is inadvertently injured. Releasing the key stops the operation.< 31n 530de244 Using the key One turn of the key in the driver's door lock unlocks the driver's door only. Turning the key a second time unlocks all of the remaining doors, the liftgate/ tailgate and the fuel filler door. You can have an acknowledgment signal set to confirm that the vehicle is correctly closed.< Manual operation (in the event of an electrical malfunction) Turn the key to the extreme left or right to unlock/lock the door. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Index Data Repairs Maintenance Controls Overview 32nOpening and closing ­ via the remote control Master keys with remote control unit Children might be able to lock the doors from the inside. For this reason, always take the vehicle's keys with you so that the vehicle can be opened again from the outside at any time.< The concept The remote control offers you optimal convenience in using your vehicle's locking system while also providing three exclusive supplementary features: > Switch on the interior lamps, refer to page 33. With this function, you can also "search for" your vehicle -- when parked in an underground garage, for instance > Open the liftgate, refer to page 33. The liftgate will open slightly, regardless of whether it was previously locked or unlocked > Panic mode, refer to page 33. In case of danger, you can trigger an alarm. Whenever you unlock (lock) the vehicle, you simultaneously deactivate (activate) the anti-theft system, disarm (arm) the alarm system and switch the interior lamps on (off). You can have an acknowledgment signal set to confirm that the vehicle is correctly closed.< Master keys that are used repeatedly are always ready for operation since the battery in the key is charged automatically in the ignition 1 Unlock, convenience opening and lock as you drive. alarm system If it is no longer possible to lock the 2 Lock and secure, interior lamp activa- vehicle via the remote control, the tion, switching off tilt alarm sensor battery is discharged. Use this key and interior motion sensor while driving for an extended period in 3 Open the liftgate, panic mode order to charge the battery, refer also to page 30. To prevent unauthorized use of the remote control, surrender only the door and ignition key 3 or the spare key 2 (refer to page 30) when leaving the vehicle for valet parking, for example. In the event of a system malfunction, please contact your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center. You can also obtain replacement keys there.< 390de793 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Opening and closing ­ via the remote control To unlock To lock and secure To open the liftgate 33n Press button. Press the button once to unlock the driver's door only; press a second time to unlock all remaining doors as well as the tailgate/liftgate and fuel filler door. Press button. Press button. Before and after a trip, be sure that the tailgate/liftgate was not opened unintentionally.< To switch on the interior lamps Convenience opening mode After locking the vehicle, press button again. Panic mode Press and hold button. The power windows and sliding/tilt sunroof are opened. To switch off the tilt sensor alarm and interior motion sensor Press button. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Index Data Repairs Press button a second time immediately after locking. For additional information: refer to page 40. By pressing and holding the button for more than two seconds, you can trigger an alarm via the alarm system if there is an impending danger (the alarm system must be armed). To switch off the alarm Maintenance Controls Overview 34nOpening and closing ­ via the remote control For US owners only The transmitter and receiver units comply with part 15 of the FCC (Federal Communication Commission) regulations. Operation is governed by the following: FCC ID: LX8EWS LX8FZVS LX8FZVE System interference The remote control system may be affected by other units or equipment operating in the immediate vicinity of your vehicle. If this should occur, you can unlock and lock the vehicle via the door lock with a master key. Compliance statement: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: > This device may not cause harmful interference, and > this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Any unauthorized modifications or changes to these devices could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Opening and closing ­ from the inside To unlock and open the doors > Either unlock the doors together with the button for the central locking system and then pull the door handle above the armrest or > pull the release handle for each door twice: the first pull unlocks the door, and the second one opens it. 35n To engage the locks > Use the central locking button to lock all of the doors simultaneously, or > press down the individual safety lock buttons. The fuel filler door remains unlocked. As an added design feature to prevent the driver from being inadvertently locked out of the vehicle, the driver's safety lock button will not engage as long as the door is open. When the vehicle is moving, do not lock the doors with the safety lock buttons. Doors locked in this manner would not unlock automatically in the event of an accident. Since passengers or animals remaining in the vehicle might be able to lock the doors from the inside, take the vehicle's keys with you so that the vehicle can be opened again from the outside at any time.< Overview Index Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG 530de220 If only the driver's door was unlocked from the outside and you press the button > all other doors, the tailgate/liftgate and the fuel filler door will be unlocked when the driver's door is opened > the driver's door will be locked again when it is closed.< Data Repairs You can operate the central locking system with this button when the driver's door is closed. The doors and liftgate are unlocked or locked only. However, the anti-theft system is not activated. Also, the fuel filler door remains unlocked to allow refueling. Maintenance Controls 36nLiftgate 530de245 530de221 To open from the outside Press the button (arrow): The liftgate opens slightly. The cargo area is illuminated whenever the liftgate is opened, refer also to page 102. Opening from inside the vehicle Press this button to open the liftgate when the vehicle is stationary. If pointed or sharp-edged objects could strike the rear window while driving, be sure to provide protection around all edges. If you do not do this, the heating conductors of the rear window could be damaged.< Manual release In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can release the liftgate manually: 1. Remove the plastic plug from inside the cargo area and pull toward the interior (arrow). The liftgate will be released 2. Reinstall the plug. When the liftgate is opened, the clearance from the ground to the upper edge is more than 6.6 ft (2 m). Please keep this in mind when opening the tailgate (in a garage, for example).< For information on the cargo area cover and on other details in the cargo area, refer to "Cargo area", beginning on page 122. 530de316 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Liftgate Operate the vehicle only when both gates are completely closed. Otherwise, exhaust fumes could penetrate the interior of the vehicle. Should it be absolutely necessary to operate the vehicle with an open gate: > Close all windows. Shut the sliding/ tilt sunroof > Increase the air supply for the air conditioner or automatic climate control to a high level, refer to page 104 or 108.< Tailgate 37n 530de246 530us017 To close You can pull the liftgate down by placing both hands in the handle recesses (arrows). To avoid injuries, be sure that the travel path of the liftgate is clear when it is closed, as with all closing procedures.< To open Press the button: You can fold the tailgate down. When opened, the tailgate can accept loads of up to 440 lbs (200 kg). When the vehicle is parked, you may utilize the tailgate as a seat or as a loading platform for luggage or recreation gear, for example.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Index Data Repairs Maintenance Controls Overview 38nTailgate 530de317 530de241 Manual release In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can release the tailgate manually: 1. Unfasten the trim panel clip with the vehicle key or with a screwdriver (arrow 1) and remove it toward the top (arrow 2) 2. Using the same tool, press the latch in the direction of the arrow; the tailgate is released 3. Reinstall the trim panel. Luggage straps Use the retaining straps on the cargo area floor to secure smaller items of luggage. Movement is reduced when objects are placed on the straps. The lashing eyes located at the corners of the cargo area provide you with a convenient means of attaching luggage nets* or flexible straps for securing luggage. Refer also to "Stowing cargo" on page 127. 394de302 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Alarm system The concept The vehicle alarm system responds: > When a door, the hood, or the liftgate is opened > To movement inside the vehicle (interior motion sensor) > To variations in the vehicle tilt angle such as occur during attempts to steal the wheels or tow the vehicle > To interruption of battery voltage. The system responds to unauthorized vehicle entry and attempted theft by simultaneously activating the following: > Sounding an acoustical alarm for 30 seconds > The hazard warning flashers are activated for approx. five minutes > The high beams flash on and off in the same rhythm. You can still open the liftgate after the system has been armed by pressing the button of the remote control, refer to page 33. When you close the liftgate, it is secured again. 39n When the vehicle is locked or unlocked with the key or the remote control, the alarm system is also simultaneously armed or disarmed. You can have different acknowledgment signals set to confirm system arming and disarming.< 530us018 Indicator lamp displays > The indicator lamp below the interior rearview mirror flashes continuously: the system is armed > The indicator lamp flashes during arming: the door(s), the hood or liftgate are not completely closed. Even if you do not close the alerted area, the system begins to monitor the remaining areas, and the indicator lamp flashes continuously after 10 seconds. However, the interior motion sensor is not activated > If the indicator lamp goes out when the system is disarmed: no manipulation or attempted intrusions have been detected in the period since the system was armed Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Index Data Repairs Maintenance Controls Overview To arm and disarm the alarm system 40nAlarm system Interior motion sensor In order for the interior motion sensor to function properly, the windows and sliding/tilt sunroof must be completely closed. However, be sure to switch off the interior motion sensor (see the previous column) when you > leave children or animals in the vehicle > intend to leave the windows or sliding/tilt sunroof open. Electric power windows > If the indicator lamp flashes for 10 seconds when the system is disarmed: an attempted entry has been detected in the period since the system was armed. Following triggering of an alarm, the indicator lamp will flash continuously. Avoiding unintentional alarms The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor may be switched off at the same time. To prevent a false alarm from being triggered (in garages with elevator ramps, for instance), or when the vehicle is transported by trailer or train: Actuate (= arm the system) the lock twice; in other words, press button 2 of the remote control twice in succession, refer to page 33. You may also actuate the locks twice with the key, refer to page 31. The indicator lamp lights up briefly and then flashes continuously. The tilt alarm sensor and the interior motion sensor are deactivated as long as the system is armed. Open and close windows From ignition key position 1: > Press the switch up to the pressure point: The window continues to move as long as you continue to hold the switch > Press the switch beyond the pressure point: The window moves downward automatically. Touch the switch again to stop the opening movement. You can close the windows in the same manner by pulling the switch. 530us020 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Electric power windows After the ignition has been switched off: > You can still operate the windows as long as neither of the front doors has been opened. To open the windows, press the switch beyond the pressure point. Remove the key from the ignition lock and close the doors when you leave the vehicle so that children cannot operate the power windows and possibly injure themselves.< For the convenience mode via the door lock or the remote control, refer to page 31 or page 33. Despite this safety feature, be extremely careful that the closing path of the window is not obstructed whenever it is closed. Otherwise, an object might not touch the contact strip in some situations (with very thin objects, for instance). You can override this safety feature by pulling the switch beyond the pressure point and holding it. Because the power windows are sealed at high pressure to prevent wind noise when closed, a powerful motor is required for efficient closing. When closing the windows, always ensure that they are not obstructed in any way. Unsupervised use of these systems can result in serious personal injury. Remove the ignition key to deactivate the electric power windows whenever you leave the vehicle. Never leave the keys in the vehicle with unsupervised children. Never place anything that could obstruct the driver's vision on or next to the windows.< 41n 530us209 Safety switch With the safety switch, you can prevent the rear windows from being opened or closed via the switches in the rear passenger area (by children, for example). You can also prevent adjustments of the power rear-seat backrests from the rear passenger area, refer to page 48. Press the safety switch whenever children are riding in the rear of the vehicle. Careless use of the power windows can lead to injury.< Safety feature A contact strip is integrated into the inner side of each of the upper window frame sections. If pressure is exerted against this contact strip while a window is being raised, the system will respond by stopping the window and then retracting it a small distance. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Index Data Repairs Maintenance Controls Overview 42nSliding/tilt sunroof with glass moonroof* Automatic* opening and closing Press the switch briefly past the pressure point and then release it. Other automatic operations are: > With the sunroof open, press the switch briefly toward "Lift": the sunroof automatically extends to its fully raised position. Pressing the switch again briefly stops the motion. > With the sunroof raised, hold the switch toward "Open" until the roof has reached the desired position. To prevent injuries, exercise care when closing the sliding/tilt sunroof and keep it in your field of vision until it is shut. Before leaving the vehicle, switch off the electric sunroof mechanism by removing the ignition key. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle with access to vehicle keys. Use of the key can result in starting of the engine and operation of vehicle systems such as the power sunroof, etc. Unsupervised use of these systems can result in serious personal injury.< For the convenience mode via the door lock or the remote control, refer to page 31 or 33. Lifting ­ Opening ­ Closing With the ignition key in position 1 or higher, press the switch or slide it in the desired direction until you feel resistance. The headliner slides back somewhat when you raise the sunroof. When the sunroof is opened the headliner retracts with it. It remains open, and it is possible to slide it back and forth as long as the sunroof is not completely open. The headliner insert cannot be closed with the sliding/tilt sunroof in its raised position.< After the ignition has been switched off, you can still operate the sliding/tilt sunroof as long as neither of the front doors has been opened. 530de247 Safety feature If the sliding/tilt sunroof encounters resistance at a point roughly past the middle of its travel when it is closing, the closing cycle is interrupted and the sliding/tilt sunroof will open again slightly. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Sliding/tilt sunroof with glass moonroof* Despite this safety feature, be extremely careful that the closing path of the sunroof is not obstructed whenever it is closed. Otherwise, triggering the closing-force limitation may not be ensured in some situations (with very thin objects, for instance). You can disable this safety feature by pressing the switch beyond the pressure point and holding it.< 43n 530de248 530us124 Power loss After interruptions in the electrical supply (when the battery is disconnected, for instance), the sunroof may only lift. To reinitialize the mechanism: 1. Raise the sliding/tilt sunroof fully 2. Press and hold the switch for approx. twenty seconds. Manual operation In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can operate the sliding/tilt sunroof manually: 1. Open the glasses compartment, refer to page 118 2. Insert the Allen wrench from the vehicle tool kit (refer to page 152) in the opening provided and turn the sliding/tilt sunroof in the desired direction. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Index Data Repairs Maintenance Controls Overview 44nCorrect sitting posture Safe with safety belts Never allow more than one person to wear a single safety belt. Never allow infants or small children to ride in a passenger's lap. Avoid twisting the belt while routing it firmly across the pelvis and shoulder, wear it as snugly against your body as possible. Do not allow the belt to rest against hard or fragile objects in your pockets. Never route the belt across your neck, do not run it across sharp edges and ensure that the belt does not become caught or jammed. Avoid wearing bulky clothing and pull on the lap belt periodically to retension it over your shoulders. In the event of a frontal impact, a loose lap belt could slide over your hips, leading to abdominal injury. In addition, the safety belt's restraint effectiveness is reduced if the belt is worn loosely. Expectant mothers should always wear their safety belts, taking care to position the lap belt against the lower hips, where it will not exert pressure against the abdominal area.< Seats Observe the following before adjusting Never try to adjust your seat while operating the vehicle. The seat could respond with unexpected movement, and the ensuing loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident. Never ride with the backrest reclined to an extreme horizontal angle (especially important for front passengers to remember). Keep the backrest relatively upright to minimize the risk of "sliding under" the safety belt and sustaining injury in an accident.< The condition for relaxed, fatigue-free driving is a seating position adjusted to your needs. Together with the safety belts and the airbags, the correct seating position increases the passive safety of the occupants in the case of an accident. Therefore, observe the following instructions, as otherwise the protective function of the safety systems may be impaired. For additional information on transporting children, refer to page 58. Sitting correctly with airbags Maintain a distance to the airbags. Always hold the steering wheel by the rim to keep any chance of injury to hands or arms to an absolute minimum, should the airbag be deployed. No one and nothing is to come between the airbags and the seat occupant. Do not use the cover of the front airbag on the front passenger side as a storage area for objects, or as a rest for feet or legs.< Seat adjustment > Mechanical seat adjustment, refer to page 45 > Power seat adjustment, refer to page 46 > Head restraints, refer to page 47 > Power rear backrest adjustment, refer to page 48 For the location of the airbags and For instructions on operating the safety additional information, refer to page 55. belts, refer to page 49. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 156 416 - © 10/01 BMW AG Mechanical seat 45n 530de253 530us211 530us212 Seat adjustment 1 Backward/forward adjustment Pull the lever and slide the seat to the desired position. After you release the lever, move the seat forward or backward slightly so that it engages fully 2 Cushion height Pull the lever and apply weight to or remove weight from the seat as required 3 Backrest angle Pull the lever and apply weight to or remove weight from the backrest as required. Comply with the adjustment instructions on page 44. Failure to do so could result in diminished personal safety.< Adjusting the BMW sports seat*