2001 BMW X5 4.4I tow

102n
Air conditioner Suggestions for your personal
comfortFor the temperature 6, we recommend
+72 7 (+22 6) as a comfortable
setting. Turn the air distribution 7 to the
"6 o'clock" position. Adjust the air
supply 8 to the center setting. Set the
outlets 2 so that the air flows past you
and is not directed straight at you. Set
the rotary dial between the outlets 2 for
the upper body to a central position so
that cooler air will help to prevent
fatigue during the journey.
The following description will lead you
through additional individual adjust-
ments.Temperature
The graduations on the dial
provide general reference
values for the interior temper-
ature. We recommend +72 7
(+22 6) as a comfortable setting. When
you start the vehicle, the system
adjusts the air to the selected tempera-
ture as quickly as possible, and then
maintains that temperature constantly.
Air distribution
You can direct air to flow onto
the windows , toward the
upper body and into the
footwell . All intermediate
settings are possible. In the setting,
there is a low flow of air onto the
windows to keep them free of conden-
sation. The "6 o'clock" setting is recom-
mended for normal conditions (refer
also to the illustration and overview on
page 100).
Air supply
You can adjust the air supply
through an infinitely-variable
range. The heating and venti-
lation become more and more
effective as the air supply settings are
increased. In the "0" setting, the blower
and climate control are switched off
and the outside air supply is blocked.
Rear window defroster
When the rear window
defroster is activated, the indi-
cator lamp comes on. The rear window
defroster switches off automatically.
Cooling
The air is cooled and dehu-
midified and — depending on
the temperature setting — warmed
again when the air conditioner system
is switched on.
Depending on the weather, the wind-
shield may fog over briefly when the
engine is started.
Switch off the air conditioner at outside
temperatures below approx. +41 7
(+5 6). This will help to prevent the
windows from fogging up.
If the windows fog over after switching
the air conditioner off, switch it back
on.
Condensation forms in the air
conditioner system during opera-
tion, which then exits under the vehicle.
Traces of condensed water of this kind
are thus normal.<

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103n
Air conditionerRecirculated air mode
You can respond to
unpleasant odors outside the
vehicle by temporarily switching off the
outside air. The system then recircu-
lates the air currently within the vehicle.
If you have a multifunction steering
wheel with the button for recirculated
air, you can also use this button to
switch to the recirculated air mode
(refer to page 26).
If the windows fog over in the
recirculated air mode, switch the
recirculated air off and increase the air
supply as required.<
Draft-free ventilation You can adjust the air outlets for the
upper body area completely for your
personal comfort:
Use rotary dials 1 to open and close the
air outlets through an infinitely-variable
range. You can adjust the direction of
the airflow with levers 2.
Set the air outlets so that the air flows
past you and is not directed straight at
you.
Rotary dial 3 allows you to control the
temperature of the air flow from these
outlets as desired:
>Turn toward blue – colder.
>Turn toward red – warmer.530us059
Rear passenger area ventilationRotary dial 1 opens the outlets in an
infinitely-variable range. You can
change the direction of the airflow with
levers 2.
The air that flows out here is somewhat
cooler than the air delivered to the foot-
well.530us140

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Automatic climate control
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1 Airflow directed toward the wind-
shield and side windows
2 Airflow for the upper body
The side rotary dials provide infi-
nitely-variable regulation of the air
supply, while the levers change the
airflow direction. The center rotary
dial controls the temperature of the
air as it flows out. Refer to page 111
3 Front footwell ventilation
4 Rear footwell ventilation
5 Air flow for the upper body in the
rear seat110
6 Automatic air distribution108
7 Individual air distribution108
8 Temperature control –
left-hand side108
9 Display for temperature and air
supply10910 Temperature control –
right-hand side108
11 To defrost windshield and side
windows109
12 Air conditioner109
13 Automatic recirculated air control
(AUC)110
14 Rear window defroster73, 110
15 Air supply109
16 Maximum cooling109
or using up residual heat110
17 Air grille for interior temperature
sensor – please keep clear and
unobstructed

108n
Automatic climate control
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Tips for pleasant drivingUse the automatic system; that is press
AUTO button 6. Select an interior
temperature that is comfortable for you
— we recommend +72 7 (+22 6).
When the outside temperature is above
+41 7 (+5 6), you can also use the air
conditioner 12. This will dry the air as
well as preventing condensation on the
window surfaces — if there are passen-
gers with damp clothing, for example.
Set the air outlets 2 so that the air flows
past you and is not directed straight at
you. Set the rotary dial between the
outlets 2 for the upper body to a central
position so that cooler air will help to
prevent fatigue during the journey.
Detailed setting options are described
for you in the following section.
Your vehicle is set in such a
manner that, when you unlock the
vehicle via remote control with your
personalized key, your own setting for
the automatic climate control is initi-
ated.<
Automatic air distribution
The AUTO program
assumes the adjustment of
the air distribution and the air supply for
you and also adapts the temperature to
external influences (summer, winter) to
meet preferences you can specify. This
program maintains a comfortable in-car
climate regardless of the season. Select
an interior temperature that is comfort-
able for you — we recommend +72 7
(+22 6).
The selected temperature and AUTO
for the air flow appear in the display 9.
Refer to the overview on page 106.
Open the air outlets for the upper body.
Switch on the air conditioner 12 in
warm weather. The maximum cooling
capacity is achieved when you set
rotary dial 3 (refer to page 110) to cold.
Individual air distribution
You can cancel the AUTO
program by selecting
specific air distribution
patterns for your personal
comfort. You can direct air
to flow onto the windows , toward
the upper body , and into the
footwell .
Temperature
You can make individual
temperature adjustments on
the driver's side or the front
passenger side. Your settings will be
shown in the display 9. The displayed
temperatures are reference values for
the interior temperature. We recom-
mend +72 7 (+22 6) as a comfortable
setting, whether the air conditioner is
operating or not. When you start the
vehicle, this system ensures that the
selected temperature is achieved as
quickly as possible. It then maintains
this temperature, regardless of the
season.
Set the rotary dial 3 (refer to "Draft-free
ventilation" on page 110) to a medium
position to provide somewhat cooler
air. This helps to promote driving
without fatigue. Utilize this method of
mixing air especially for making minor
adjustments for personal comfort.
You can set uncontrolled heater
output up to +90 7 (+32 6). Full
cooling output is available from the air
conditioner down to +60 7 (+16 6).<

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Automatic climate control
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Draft-free ventilation You can adjust the blower controls for
the upper body area to select the
optimum airflow rates and directions for
your personal comfort:
Use rotary dials 1 to open and close the
air outlets through an infinitely-variable
range. You can adjust the direction of
the airflow with levers 2.
Set the outlets so that the air flows past
you and does not flow directly on you.
Rotary dial 3 allows you to control the
temperature of the airflow from these
air outlets as desired:
>Turn toward blue – colder.
>Turn toward red – warmer.530us059
Rear passenger area climate
control 1 Air supply
2 Temperature
3 Adjusting the direction of the airflow 530us061
Air supply0 Blower off
I Maximum blower speed
You can adjust the air supply for the air
outlets through an infinitely-variable
range between the "0" and "I" settings.
In the "0" setting, the blower is
switched off and the supply of air
through the air outlets is blocked.
Individual adjustments on the front-seat
control elements influence the air
supply for rear passenger area climate
control. 530us 062

112n
Automatic climate control
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Seat heating
*
TemperaturePassengers in the rear seating area can
adjust their own temperature for the air
outlets:
>Turn toward blue – colder.
>Turn toward red – warmer.
When you start the vehicle, this system
ensures that the selected temperature
is achieved as quickly as possible. It
then maintains this temperature,
regardless of the season.
A temperature adjustment is only
possible when the blower is
switched on (not in the "0" setting).< 530us 063
Microfilter, activated-charcoal
filter The microfilter removes dust and pollen
from the incoming air. The activated-
charcoal filter provides additional
protection by filtering gaseous pollut-
ants from the outside air. Your BMW
center replaces this combined filter as a
standard part of your scheduled main-
tenance. A substantial reduction in air
flow indicates that the filter must be
replaced before normal maintenance.
Front The seat cushion and backrest can be
heated when the ignition key is in posi-
tion 2.
You can call up different heating modes
by repeatedly pressing the buttons.
When the three indicator lamps are illu-
minated, the highest heating mode is
activated. One lamp indicates the
lowest heating mode. The temperature
is regulated with a thermostat in each
mode.
You can also switch the higher heating
modes off directly:
Press the button and hold it slightly
longer.530us064

116n
BMW Universal TransmitterProgramming 1 Channel keys
2 Indicator lamp
3 Receiver for programming
Read and comply with the safety
precautions on the previous
page.<
1 Turn the ignition key to position 2.
2 For initial use: press and hold both
outside keys 1 until the indicator
lamp 2 flashes, and then release
them. The three channel keys are
cleared.530us136
3 Hold the original hand-held trans-
mitter toward the receiver 3 a
maximum of 2 in (5 cm) away.
4 Press the transmission key of the
original hand-held transmitter
(arrow 2) and the desired channel key
of the Integrated Universal Remote
Control (arrow 1) simultaneously.
Release both keys as soon as the
indicator lamp flashes rapidly.
5 To program other original hand-held
transmitters, repeat steps 3 and 4.
The corresponding channel key is now
programmed with the signal of the orig-
inal hand-held transmitter. 530us137
Programming a hand-held
transmitter with conversion code
Read and comply with the safety
precautions on the previous
page.<
When programming the BMW Universal
Transmitter, consult the instructions for
the specific device. For using the BMW
Universal Transmitter with a conver-
sion-code system, note the following
supplemental programming instruc-
tions:
A second person facilitates
programming of the BMW
Universal Transmitter.<
1 Program the BMW Universal
Transmitter as described previously
under "Programming."
2 Press and hold the programming key
on the receiver of the device for
approx. two seconds until the
programming lamp on the device
comes on.
3 Press the desired channel key of the
BMW Universal Transmitter three
times.
If you have additional questions,
please consult your BMW
center.<

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125n
Cargo areaRemoving the cover 1 Use both hands to press the cover
together on both sides and slide it
forward (arrow 1).
2 Lift the cover upward from the rear on
both sides (arrow 2) and remove it.InstallationSlide the cover into the retainers on
both sides and then press it down at
the rear until it engages.530us081
Partition net
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1 Remove the bag with the partition net
from the retainer by releasing the
hooks from the lashing eyes on both
sides.
2 Remove the partition net from the
bag and unroll it half way.
Note how the bag with the parti-
tion net is secured in the vehicle
and how the partition net is rolled up
and stored in the bag so that you can
return everything to its place after use.
If your vehicle is equiped with a pull-out
cargo floor
* be sure to read the note on
page 128.<
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3 Slide back the covers on the brackets
for the partition net on both sides of
the roof (arrow).
4 Insert the curved ends of the partition
net rod in the brackets on both sides.
5 Now you can slide the covers toward
the front again (arrow). 530de029