2008 BMW X6 XDRIVE35I Owners Manual

Mobility
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Rear
Being towed
Make sure that the ignition is switched on,
refer to page56, otherwise the low
beams, tail lamps, turn signals and windshield
wipers would not be available. When the engine
is stopped, there is no power assist. This then
requires increased effort for braking and steer-
ing. Active steering is deactivated and larger
steering wheel movements are required.<
Switch on the hazard warning flashers depend-
ing on the local regulations. If the electrical sys-
tem fails, mark the vehicle to be towed, e.g. with
a sign or warning triangle in the rear window.
Before towing, manually unlock the trans-
mission lock, refer to page63; failure to
do so can result in damage to the transmis-
sion.<
Do not exceed a towing speed of 45 mph/
70 km/h and a towing distance of
90 miles/150 km, otherwise the automatic
transmission may be damaged.<
Towing methods
Do not lift vehicle by tow fitting or body
and chassis parts, otherwise damage may
result.<
In some countries, towing with tow bars or
ropes in public traffic is not permitted. Familiar-
ize yourself with the regulations on towing in the
respective country.
With tow bar
The towing vehicle may not be lighter
than the vehicle to be towed, otherwise it
will not be possible to reliably control vehicle
response. side on both vehicles. Should it prove impossi-
ble to avoid mounting the tow bar at an offset
angle, please observe the following:
>Clearance and maneuvering capability will
be sharply limited during cornering.
>When mounted at an angle, the tow bar will
exert lateral forces, tending to push the
vehicle sideways.
Only attach the tow bar to the tow fittings,
as attachment to other vehicle parts can
lead to damage.<
With tow rope
When starting off in the towing vehicle, make
sure that the tow rope is taut.
To avoid jerking and the associated
stresses on vehicle components when
towing, always use nylon ropes or nylon straps.
Only attach tow ropes to the tow fittings, as
attachment to other vehicle parts can lead to
damage.<
With tow truck
Do not tow your BMW with the front or
rear axle raised individually; otherwise,
the wheels may lock and the transfer case may
be damaged.<
Only have your BMW transported on a flat bed.
Tow-starting
The engine cannot be started by tow-starting.
Start the engine by jump starting it, refer to
page253.
Have the cause of the starting difficulties elimi-
nated.

Reference
This chapter contains the technical data,
the short commands of the voice command
system, and the index that will direct you
as quickly as possible to the information
you are looking for.
Reference

Technical data
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Technical data
Engine data
X6 xDrive 35i
Displacement cu in/cmμ181.8/2,979
No. of cylinders 6
Maximum output hp 300
at engine speed rpm 5800-6250
Maximum torque lb ft/Nm 300/407
at engine speed rpm 1400-5000

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Dimensions
All dimensions given in inches/mm.
Smallest turning circle diam.: 42.0 ft/12.8 m
With mixed tires
* the vehicle width may exceed the specified dimension.

Technical data
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Weights
Never exceed either the approved axle loads or
the gross vehicle weight.
X6 xDrive 35i
Curb weight Ibs./kg 4,894/2,220
Approved gross vehicle weight Ibs./kg 6,085/2,760
Load Ibs./kg 1,191/540
Approved front axle load Ibs./kg 2,910/1,320
Approved rear axle load Ibs.kg 3,241/1,470
Approved roof load capacity Ibs./kg 220/100
Cargo bay capacity cu ft/l 25.6-59.7/570-1,450

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Mobility
Capacities
Notes
Fuel tank US gal/liters approx. 22.5/85 Fuel grade: page231
of that reserve US gal/liters approx. 2.1/8
Windshield washer
with headlamp washer system US quarts/liters approx. 6.9/6.5 For more details: page65

Short commands of voice command system
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Short commands of voice command
system
With short commands you can carry out certain
functions directly, regardless of which menu item is selected. Here are the important short
commands for the voice command system.
Assistance window
Communication
*
FunctionCommand
To open assistance window20{Assistance window}
To select display in assistance window20{Assistance window map facing north},
{Assistance window map direction of travel},
{Assistance window arrow display},
{Assistance window perspective},
{Assistance window current position},
{Assistance window trip computer} or
{Assistance window onboard info}
To change scale in assistance window150{Assistance window scale ... feet} or
{Assistance window scale ... miles}
FunctionCommand
To open phone207{Phone}
To dial phone number213{Dial number}
To display phone book214{A to Z}
To dial from phone book214{Call ...} or
{Dial name}
To display "Top 8"215{Top 8}
To redial214{Redial}
To display "Received calls"215{Received calls}
To display "Missed calls"215{Missed calls}
To display "Bluetooth"210{Bluetooth}
To open BMW Assist222{BMW Assist}
To open "BMW Service"222{BMW Service}
To open "BMW Contact"215{BMW Contact}
To open "BMW Contact Numbers"215{BMW Contact numbers}
To open "Roadside Assistance"222{Roadside Assistance}