BMW 01 41 0 155 307 Owner's Manual

Owner's Manual for the Vehicle.With a quick reference guidefor your convenience. ContentsFrom A to ZOnline Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 155 558

Contents OverviewControls and features Cockpit 16Instrument cluster 18Indicator and warning lamps 22Multifunction steering wheel 26Sports steering wh

100n530us139Air conditioner Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 155 558 - © 09/00 BMW Group

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview101nAir conditioner 1 Airflow directed toward the wind-shield and side windows2 Airflow for th

102nAir conditioner Suggestions for your personal comfortFor the temperature 6, we recommend +72 7 (+22 6) as a comfortable setting. Turn the air dist

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview103nAir conditionerRecirculated air modeYou can respond to unpleasant odors outside the vehicl

104nAir conditionerMicrofilter The microfilter removes dust and pollen from the incoming air. It is replaced byyour BMW center during regular main-ten

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview105nAir conditionerRapid heating 1 You can specify an interior tempera-ture that is comfortabl

106nMAX530us201Automatic climate control* Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 155 558 - © 09/00 BMW Group

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview107nAutomatic climate control* 1 Airflow directed toward the wind-shield and side windows2 Air

108nAutomatic climate control* Tips for pleasant drivingUse the automatic system; that is press AUTO button 6. Select an interior temperature that is

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview109nAutomatic climate control* Air supplyIn the AUTO program, the air flow is controlled auto-

11n Controls and featuresOperation, care and maintenance Technology for safety and driving convenience: Park Distance Control (PDC) 93Dynamic Stabili

110nAutomatic climate control* Automatic recirculated air control (AUC)If there are unpleasant odors or pollutants in the outside air, you can tempora

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview111nAutomatic climate control* Draft-free ventilation You can adjust the blower controls for t

112nAutomatic climate control* Seat heating* TemperaturePassengers in the rear seating area can adjust their own temperature for the air outlets:>

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview113nSeat heating* Steering wheel heating* Roller sun blind* RearThe function is the same as fo

114nIndependent ventilation system*You can use this system to ventilate the interior and lower its temperature, using the blower of the automatic clim

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview115nThe concept The BMW Universal Transmitter replaces up to three hand-held trans-mitters of

116nBMW Universal TransmitterProgramming 1 Channel keys 2 Indicator lamp 3 Receiver for programming Read and comply with the safety precautions on the

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview117nBMW Universal Transmitter Glove compartment Clearing the channel keysRead and comply with

118nGlove compartment Storage compartments Cellular phone* To prevent injury in the event of a crash, close the glove compart-ment immediately after u

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview119nCup holders Glasses compartment Front Below the sliding cover (illustration). Remove the

Contents Operation, care and maintenanceOwner service proceduresAdvanced technology Under the hood: Hood 151Engine compartment 152Washer fluid 156Was

120nAshtray, front Cigarette lighter, frontTo open Press briefly in the direction indicated by the arrow. To extinguish a cigarette, tap off the ash

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview121nCigarette lighter, front Ashtray, rear Cigarette lighter, rearCigarette lighter socket Thi

122nSki bag*The ski bag allows the safe and clean transport of up to 4 pairs of standard skis or up to two snowboards. With the length of the ski bag

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview123nSki bag*Securing the loadSecure the bag's contents by tightening down the retaining s

124nCargo areaFold the rear backrests downReach into the recess and pull forward (arrow). The rear backrest is divided into two sections (one-third an

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview125nCargo areaRemoving the cover 1 Use both hands to press the cover together on both sides an

126nCargo area 6 Attach the hooks on the bottom of the partition net into the eyes on both sides. 530de0307 When the rear backrests are folded over, y

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview127nCargo areaFloor coverTo access the spare wheel.To release: press the recess in the handle

128nCargo areaPull-out cargo floor* To release, pull the handle recess upward. Then pull the floor out. Do not drive when the cargo floor is pulled ou

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview129nCargo loadingStowing cargo When transporting cargo in your BMW:> Load heavy cargo as fa

13n Technical dataIndex Engine specifications 206Dimensions 207Weights 208Capacities 209Electrical system 210Drive belts 210Everything from A to Z 21

130nRoof-mounted luggage rack* Roof-mounted luggage racks raise the center of gravity of the vehicle when they are loaded. For this reason, they exerc

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134nBreak-in proceduresTo ensure that your vehicle provides maximum economy throughout a long service life, we request that you observe the following

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview135nDriving your BMW X5 Your BMW is right at home on all roads and byways – even where the pav

136nGeneral driving notes Catalytic converterBrakes:Do not drive with your foot resting on the brake pedal. Even light but consistent pedal pressure c

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview137nCatalytic converter Antilock Brake System (ABS) Be sure to comply with the instructions ab

138nAntilock Brake System (ABS)should adapt road speed to the road conditions. On road surfaces that have a loose surface layer on a firm base with go

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview139nAntilock Brake System (ABS) In the event of a fault If the brake warning lamp comes on red

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140nDisc brakes Disc brakes furnish optimum decelera-tion and braking control and greater fade resistance under heavy use. When the vehicle is driven

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview141nBrake system Winter operationBrake fluid levelThe warning lamp for the brake hydraulic sy

142nWinter operation Rubber seals and components In order to prevent the weather-strip-ping from freezing, apply BMW rubber treatment or silicone spra

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview143nWinter operation Power steering Level control system*Skid control Release the accelerator

144nCellular phone* Radio receptionMobile communications systems (cellular phone, radio, etc.) are only allowed a power output of up to 10 watts. Mobi

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview145nInformation for your safetyThe factory-approved radial tires are matched to the vehicle an

146nTire replacement To maintain good handling and vehicle response, use only tires of a single tread configuration from a single manu-facturer. BMW t

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview147nTire replacement Tire rotation Tire ageThe date on which the tire was manu-factured is ind

148nWheel and tire combinationsThe right choice Use only wheels and tires approved by BMW for the corre-sponding vehicle model, as otherwise the tires

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview149nSpecial features of winter tires Snow chains*Choosing the right tireBMW recommends winter

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150nApproved wheel and tire specifications Observe the specifications for tires and wheels in the vehicle's documents. If sizes not approved by t

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview151nHoodTo unlock Pull the lever located under the left-hand side of the instrument panel. Do

152n530us096Engine compartment – BMW X5 3.0iOnline Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 155 558 - © 09/00 BMW Group

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview153nEngine compartment – BMW X5 3.0i1 Engine oil dipstick 1572 Reservoir for brake fluid (unde

154nEngine compartment – BMW X5 4.4i 530us097Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 155 558 - © 09/00 BMW Group

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview155nEngine compartment – BMW X5 4.4i 1 Reservoir for brake fluid (under the microfilter trim p

156nWasher fluid Washer nozzlesHeadlamp* and windshield washer system Capacity in US quarts (liters):Approx. 8.2 (7.8). Fill with water and — if requ

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview157nEngine oilChecking oil level1 Park the vehicle on a level surface. 2 Shut the engine off a

158nEngine oilSpecified engine oils The quality of the engine oil selected has critical significance for the opera-tion and service life of an engine.

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview159nEngine oilComply with the applicable envi-ronmental laws regulating the disposal of used o

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160nCoolantDo not add coolant to the cooling system when the engine is hot. If you attempt to do so, escaping coolant can cause burns.To avoid the pos

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview161nBrake fluid Vehicle IdentificationIf the indicator lamp for the brake hydraulic system appe

162nThe BMW Maintenance System has been designed as a reliable means of providing maximum driving and oper-ating safety – and as cost-effectively as p

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview163nCaring for your vehicleWashing your vehicle You can have your new BMW washed in an automat

164nCaring for your vehicleExterior finish To provide effective corrosion protec-tion, multilayer paintwork is applied at the factory. Cataphoretic im

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview165nCaring for your vehicleCaring for the vehicle finish Regular washing is a preventive measu

166nCaring for your vehicleWindow care You can use window and glass cleaner to clean inside window surfaces and mirrors without smearing and streaking

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview167nCaring for your vehicleLeather care The leather* upholstery used by BMW is a natural produ

168nAirbags Vehicle storage1 Front airbags for driver and front passenger2 Side Impact Head Protection System (front and rear*)3 Side airbags (front a

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview169nAny BMW center will be glad to inform you of the advisability, legal require-ments and fac

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview 17n1 Side lamps/Low beams 972 Fog lamps 983 > Turn signal indicator 70 > Parking lamps

170nOBD interface socket The Onboard Diagnostic (OBD) inter-face socket is located on the left of the driver's side at the bottom of the instru-m

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174nUnder the cargo area floor in a pocket. 530us106Front 1 Move the wiper to a fold-out position (refer to page 71). 2 Lift the wiper arm and press t

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview175nLamps and bulbsThe lamps and bulbs are essential factors contributing to the safety of you

176nLamps and bulbsXenon lamps* The operating life of these lamp units is extremely long and the likelihood of failure very low, provided that they a

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview177nLamps and bulbsTail lamp assembly Tail lamp 2: 21/5 watt bulbRemaining bulbs: 21 watts 1 T

178nLamps and bulbsLicense plate lamps 5 watt bulb 1 Press the lamp out to the side with a screwdriver.2 Remove the lamp and replace the bulb. 530us11

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview179nLamps and bulbsGlove compartment lamp 5 watt bulb 1 Apply a screwdriver in the recess to p

18n Instrument cluster 530us002Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 155 558 - © 09/00 BMW Group

180nChanging a wheel Safety measures in the event of a flat tire or wheel change: stop the vehicle as far as possible from passing traffic. Park on a fir

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview181nChanging a wheel> Handle for the car jackRemove from its holder. 530de213> Car jackR

182nChanging a wheelRemoval aid for the spare wheelBy using this device, you do not have to lift the spare wheel out of the recess by hand. Its task i

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview183nChanging a wheel5 Press the tailgate down and hold it there. The spare wheel is now pulled

184nChanging a wheel5 Position the jack at the jacking point closest to the flat tire so that the jack base is vertically below the jacking point and

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview185nBatteryBattery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. W

186nBatteryCharging the battery Charge the battery in the vehicle only when the engine is not running. Use the connections provided in the engine comp

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview187nFusesWhen an electrical accessory fails to operate, switch it off and inspect the fuse. In

188nManual release In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can release the fuel filler door manually: 1 Open the cover on the right in the carg

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview189nTailgateManual release In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can release the tail

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview 19n Instrument cluster There are two versions, depending on the equipment on your vehicle.1

190nDo not use spray starter fluids to start the engine. If the battery is discharged, the engine can be started with the use of two jumper cables and

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview191nJump-starting Towing the vehicle 6 Start the engine on the support vehicle and let it run

192nTowing the vehicleThe towed vehicle should always be the lighter of the two vehicles. If this is not the case, it is no longer possible to control

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview193nTowing the vehicleTowing with a raised axle1 Place the gearshift lever or selector lever i

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196nDeceleration sensors continuously monitor the physical forces acting upon the vehicle. If, as the result of a frontal impact, vehicle deceleration

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview197nThe transmission of power to the four drive wheels is provided permanently through a trans

198nRadio reception Safety belt tensionerRadio waves — mediumwave, long-wave and shortwave — offer a wide range of reception, because the broad-cast s

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview199nDSP sound system* Rearview mirrors with automatic dimmer* The DSP Professional premium so

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20n Instrument cluster *530us003Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 155 558 - © 09/00 BMW Group

200nRain sensor* Front axle The rain sensor controls windshield wiper operation, depending on how wet the windshield is.Infrared light is carried alo

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview201nFront axle Integrated rear suspension Level control system* At the same time, particular a

202nXenon lamps* Xenon lamps illuminate the side and front areas of the vehicle with signifi-cantly more brightness and uniformity than traditional ha

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206nAn engine performance test is authorized only on an appropriate chassis dynamometer.BMW X5 3.0i BMW X5 4.4iDisplacementNumber of cylinderscu in (c

Index DataTechnologyRepairs Car care Controls Overview207nDimensions 530de210All dimensions are given in inch (mm). Height: with level control system

208nWeights BMW X5 3.0i BMW X5 4.4iCurb weight (with one person, ready for operation, full tank of fuel, options not included) with manual transmissio

Index DataTechnologyRepairs Car care Controls Overview209nCapacities NotesFuel tankReserve gal. (liters)gal. (liters)approx. 24.6 (approx. 93)approx.

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview 21n Instrument cluster * There are two versions, depending on the equipment on your vehicle.

210nElectrical system Drive beltsBattery BMW X5 3.0i: 12 V, 80 AhBMW X5 4.4i: 12 V, 90 Ah Spark plugs NGK BKR 6 EQUP Bosch FGR 7 DQP (not released at

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Everything from A to ZAABS (Antilock Brake System) 23, 137Accessories 6Activated-charcoal filter 112Adaptive Transmission Control (ATC) 196ADB-X (Auto

Everything from A to Z215nIndex Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls OverviewCellular phone 118, 144refer to the separate Owner's ManualCent

Everything from A to ZEEBV (Electronic Brake Force Distribution) 138Electric power windows 45Electrical malfunctionfuel filler door 188tliftgate 188ts

Everything from A to Z217nIndex Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls OverviewIIce warning 76Identification number 161Identification, tires 148Ign

Everything from A to ZOil level, indicator lamp 24Oil pressure, indicator lamp 22OILSERVICE 78Onboard computer, refer to computer 82, 88Onboard Diagno

Everything from A to Z219nIndex Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls OverviewSafety defects, reporting 7Safety lock buttons 40Seat adjustment 48S

22n Indicator and warning lamps Technology that monitors itself Many of the systems of your BMW monitor themselves automatically, both during engin

Everything from A to Zrenewal 146rotation between front and rear 147specifications 150tread 145Tire Quality Grading 146Tools 174tTorque 206Tow fitting

So that you will have important specifications available when you stop to refuel, we recommend that you supplement this table with data which apply to

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Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview23nIndicator and warning lampsRed or yellow: continue to drive; drive cautiously If the brake

24nIndicator and warning lampsYellow: check as soon as possibleEngine oil levelComes on while driving:The oil level is at the absolute minimum; refill

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview25nIndicator and warning lamps Green: for your informationTurn signal indicator Flashes when t

26nMultifunction steering wheel The controls integrated in the multi-function steering wheel (MFL) are provided so that you can operate a number of ac

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview27nSports steering wheel* The controls integrated in the sports steering wheel are provided so

28nHazard warning flashers Warning triangle* First-aid kit* The button flashes intermittently when the hazard warning flashers are on. To help you l

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview29nRefueling Fuel filler door Before filling the tank, shut off the engine. If you do not, fue

Congratulations, and thank you for choosing a BMW.Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide you with enhanced control and security when you

30nFuel specifications Tire inflation pressureThe engine uses lead-free gasoline only.Required fuel: > Premium Unleaded Gasoline, min. 91 AKI. AKI

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview31nTire inflation pressure BMW TiresAll pressure specifications in the table are indicated in

32nLocks and security systems:Keys 34Electronic vehicle immobilizer 35Central locking system 36Opening and closing– from the outside 36Using the key 3

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34nKeys1 The master keys with remote control determine the functions of the Key Memory. Refer to page 56. There is an extended-life battery in every m

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview35nElectronic vehicle immobilizer The key to securityYour BMW is equipped with a passive anti-

36nCentral locking system Opening and closing – from the outside The concept The central locking system is ready for operation as soon as you close t

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview37nOpening and closing – from the outsideUsing the remote controlThe remote control offers you

38nOpening and closing – from the outsideTo unlock Press button 1. Press the button once to unlock the driver's door only; press a second time to

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview39nOpening and closing – from the outsideTo open the liftgate Press button 3. Before and after

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40nOpening and closing – from the insideYou can operate the central locking system with this button (arrow) when the driver's door is closed. The

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview41nLiftgate TailgateTo open from the outside Press the button (arrow): the liftgate opens slig

42nLiftgateTo close You can pull the liftgate down by placing both hands in the handle recesses (arrows).To avoid injuries, be sure that the travel pa

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview43nAlarm systemThe conceptThe vehicle alarm system responds:> When a door, the hood, or the

44nAlarm system> If the indicator lamp flashes for 10 seconds when the system is disarmed: an attempted entry has been detected in the period since

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview45nElectric power windowsOpen and close windowsFrom ignition key position 1: > Press the sw

46nElectric power windows Sliding/Tilt sunroof with glass moonroof*Safety switchWith the safety switch, you can prevent the rear windows from being op

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview47nSliding/Tilt sunroof with glass moonroof*Automatic* opening and closingPress the switch pas

48nFor maximum safety when adjusting the seat position, please observe the following: Never try to adjust your seat while driving the vehicle. The sea

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview49nMechanical seat Head restraints 1 Backward/Forward adjustmentPull the lever and slide the

5n Status at time of printing BMW pursues a policy of continuous, ongoing development that is conceived to ensure that our vehicles continue to embod

50nHead restraints BMW comfort seat*Removal – front1 Pull the head restraint upward to the stop. 2 Press the button (arrow) and remove the head restr

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview51nBMW comfort seat* BMW sports seat* To obtain the optimal shoulder support position, we reco

52nPower rear-seat backrests* Adjusting steering wheelYou can make separate adjustments of the backrest tilt angle on the right and left sides. You c

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview53nAdjusting steering wheel Mirrors Automatic steering wheel adjustment(only in conjunction wi

54nMirrorsInterior rearview mirror To reduce glare from vehicles behind you when you are driving at night, tilt the mirror by turning the button.Light

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview55nSeat, mirror and steering wheel memory*You can store and call up three different seat, exte

56nPersonalized memory* Car Memory, Key MemoryYour BMW center can adjust your vehicle's systems in such a manner that your personalized settings

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview57nDrive with your safety belt onFasten your safety belt at the beginning of every trip. To fa

58nAirbags 1 Front airbag for driver and front passenger 2 Side Impact Head Protection System for driver and front passenger (front and rear*) 3 Side

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview59nAirbags Sitting correctly with airbags For your safety, comply with the following instructi

6n For your own safety Use unleaded gasoline only. Fuels containing up to and including 10% ethanol or other oxygenates with up to 2.8% oxygen by wei

60nAirbagsThe rear seat side airbags may already have been deactivated, either at the time of manufacture or by a BMW center. Labels in the rear door

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview61nTransporting children safelyChild restraint systems*Commercially-available child restraint

62nTransporting children safelyChild seat securityAll of the rear belt retractors and the front passenger's safety belt can be locked for mountin

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview63nTransporting children safelyLATCH child seat attachment*Remove cover panel by pulling it of

64n0 Steering lock engagedThe key can only be inserted and removed in this position.After removing the key, turn the steering wheel slightly to the l

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview65nStarting the engine Switching off the engineDo not press the accelerator pedal while starti

66nParking brakeThe parking brake is primarily designed to prevent the vehicle from rolling while parked. It operates against the rear wheels.To engag

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview67nManual transmissionPress the clutch pedal all the way down each time you shift, pressing th

68nAutomatic transmission with Steptronic*You can drive as with a normal auto-matic transmission. In addition, you can also shift manually. When you m

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview69nAutomatic transmission with Steptronic*Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the engine

7nThe following applies only to vehicles owned and operated in the US. REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that c

70nAutomatic transmission with Steptronic*Indicator/Headlamp flasherElectronic transmission control moduleIf the indicator lamp comes on or the messag

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview71nWasher/Wiper system 0 Wipers retracted 1 Intermittent mode or rain sensor* 2 Normal wipe3 F

72nWasher/Wiper systemYou can leave the lever permanently in position 1. It is then only necessary to activate the rain sensor from ignition key posit

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview73nWasher/Wiper system Rear window defroster Rear window wiper 0 Retracted (home) position of

74nCruise control You can store and automatically main-tain any desired vehicle speed above approx. 20 mph (30 km/h). Do not use cruise control on twi

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview75nCruise control To cancel the cruise controlWhen the system is activated, press button 1. Th

76n1 OdometerYou can activate the displays shown in the illustration with the ignition key in position 0 by pressing the button in the instrument clus

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview77nTachometer Energy control Fuel gaugeDo not operate the engine with the needle in the red ov

78nCoolant temperature gauge Service Interval Display Blue The engine is still cold. Drive at moderate engine and vehicle speeds.Red When you switch o

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview79nCheck Control Graphic display* The following alerts or status messages are displayed with i

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80nCheck Control>CHECK BRAKE FLUIDIndicates that brake fluid is down to approximately the minimum level. Top up the brake fluid at the next opportu

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview81nCheck Control> TRANS. FAILSAFE PROGPlease consult the nearest BMW center. Refer to page

82nComputer Mode selectionFrom ignition key position 1 and up, you can call up information from the computer using the button in the turn signal lever

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview83nComputerTo cancel the displayIf the button in the turn-signal lever is pressed briefly whil

84nMulti-Information Display (MID)*Central displayThe MID serves as the central display and operation for the following onboard systems:> Digital c

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview85nDigital clock in the MID*Only make inputs when the vehi-cle is standing still – to avoid en

86nDigital clock in the MID*Reminder signalYou can program a reminder signal (Memo) to be heard every hour, so that you are sure not to miss a news br

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview87nDigital clock in the MID*Enter the switch-on times for the independent ventilation*You can

88nComputer in the MID* Only make inputs when the vehicle is standing still – to avoid endangering yourself or other road users.<Computer calculati

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview89nComputer in the MID*Adopting the current speed as the speed limit:Press the right side of t

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90nComputer in the MID*Estimated time of arrivalWhen you have input the distance from your destination, you can obtain an estimated time of arrival di

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview91nComputer in the MID*SpeedYou can call up a display of the vehicle's average speed.To s

92nComputer in the MID*After three incorrect code inputs, or three attempts to start the engine with-out a code input, the alarm will sound for 30 sec

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview93nThe conceptThe PDC assists you when you are parking. Acoustical signals inform you of the d

94nPDC* Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) The PDC system does not remove the driver's personal responsibility for evaluating the distance between t

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview95nDynamic Stability Control (DSC) Hill Descent ControlTo deactivate the system Press the butt

96nHill Descent Control (HDC)To activate the system Press the button. The green indicator lamp comes on. The indicator lamp flashes when the brakes ar

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview97nSide lamps (side marker lamps) With the switch in this position, the front, rear and side v

98nHigh beams/Parking lamp Fog lamps Interior lamps 1 High beams (blue indicator lamp)2 Headlamp flasher (blue indicator lamp)3 Parking lamp Parking

Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview99nInterior lamps Reading lampsFootwell lampsThe footwell lamps are controlled in the same ma