2013 BMW X1 XDRIVE 35I brakes

Ensure that the floor mats are securely fastened
again when they are returned after being re‐
moved, such as for cleaning.◀
Driving in wet conditions
When roads are wet or there is heavy rain, briefly
exert gentle pressure on the brake pedal every
few miles.
Ensure that this action does not endanger other
road users.
The heat generated in this process helps dry the
brake discs and pads.
In this way braking efficiency will be available
when you need it.
Hills
Drive long or steep downhill gradients in the gear
in which the least braking is required. Otherwise,
the brake system may overheat, resulting in a
reduction in the brake system efficiency.
You can increase the engine's braking effect by
shifting down, going all the way to first gear, if
necessary.
Downshifting in manual mode of the automatic
transmission, refer to page 63.
Avoid load on the brakes
Avoid placing excessive load on the brake
system. Light but consistent brake pressure can
lead to high temperatures, brake wear and pos‐
sibly even brake failure.◀
Do not drive in neutral
Do not drive in neutral or with the engine
stopped, as doing so disables engine braking. In
addition, steering and brake assist is unavailable
with the engine stopped.◀
Brake disc corrosion
Corrosion on the brake discs and contamination
on the brake pads are furthered by:▷Low mileage.▷Extended periods when the vehicle is not
used at all.▷Infrequent use of the brakes.
Corrosion occurs when the minimum pressure
that must be exerted by the pads during brake
applications to clean the discs is not reached.
Should corrosion form on the brake discs, the
brakes will tend to respond with a pulsating ef‐
fect that generally cannot be corrected.
Condensation under the parked vehicle
When using the automatic climate control, con‐
densation water develops that exits underneath
the vehicle.
Therefore, traces of condensed water under the
vehicle are normal.
Driving on poor roads
BMW X1 combines an all-wheel drive system
with the advantages of a normal passenger car.
Do not drive on unpaved terrain
Do not drive on unpaved terrain, as other‐
wise the vehicle may be damaged.◀
For your own safety and the safety of passen‐
gers and the vehicle, adhere to the following
points:
▷Familiarize yourself with the vehicle before
driving; never take risks.▷Adjust speeds according to road conditions.
The steeper and rougher the road surface is,
the lower the speed should be.▷When driving on steep uphill and downhill
grades: the engine oil and coolant should be
filled nearly to the MAX mark.▷Use Hill Descent Control HDC, refer to
page 96, on steep downhill grades.▷Watch for stones, holes, and other obstacles
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▷On bumps and rough roads, avoid contact
between the vehicle body and the ground.
The maximum ground clearance is 8 in‐
ches/20 cm and may vary with the loaded
cargo.▷When driving through water, do not exceed
the maximum water height of 12 in‐
ches/30 cm and drive at walking speed.▷After driving through water, press on the
brake pedal several times at low speeds to
dry the brakes.▷Depending on the prevailing terrain, activate
Dynamic Traction Control DTC, refer to
page 95, briefly.▷When the wheels spin, accelerate to enable
the driving stability control systems to dis‐
tribute the drive force to the individual
wheels.
After driving on poor roads
Adhere to the following points to ensure vehicle
safety:
▷Remove excessive accumulations of dirt
and mud from the vehicle body.▷Clear mud, snow, ice, etc., from the wheels
and tires and check for damage.Seite 129Things to remember when drivingDriving tips129
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In 8-gear automatic transmissions, transmis‐
sion position P is engaged automatically.▷Automatically after approx. 30 minutes.▷When the remote control is removed from
the ignition lock.
Headlamps
▷Do not rub dry and do not use abrasive or
caustic cleansers.▷Soak areas that have been soiled e.g. due to
insects, with shampoo and wash off with
water.▷Thaw ice with de-icing spray; do not use an
ice scraper.
After washing the vehicle
After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes
briefly to dry them; otherwise, braking action can
be reduced and corrosion of the brake discs can
occur.
Fully remove an residue from the windows; oth‐
erwise, streaking may occur when the wind‐
shield wipers are activated, impairing your view
and causing wiper noise.
Vehicle care
Car care products
BMW recommends using cleaning and care
products from BMW, since these have been
tested and approved.
Car care and cleaning products
Follow the instructions on the container.
When cleaning the interior, open the doors or
windows.
Only use products intended for cleaning vehi‐
cles.
Cleansers can contain substances that are dan‐
gerous and harmful to your health.◀
Vehicle paint
Regular care contributes to driving safety and
value retention. Environmental influences in
areas with high air pollution or natural contami‐
nants, such as tree resin or pollen, can have an
impact on the vehicle paint. Tailor the frequency
and extent of your car care to these influences.
Immediately remove aggressive substances,
such as spilled fuel, oil, grease, or bird drop‐
pings, to prevent damage to or discoloration of
the paintwork.
Leather care
Remove dust from the leather often, using a
cloth or vacuum cleaner.
Otherwise, particles of dust and road grime
chafe in pores and folds, and lead to increased
wear and premature degradation of the leather
surface.
To guard against discoloration, such as from
clothing, provide leather care roughly every two
months.
Clean light-colored leather more frequently as
dust and dirt are more noticeable.
Use leather care products; otherwise, dirt and
grease will gradually break down the protective
layer of the leather surface.
Suitable care products are available from the
service center.
Upholstery material care
Vacuum regularly with a vacuum cleaner.
If they are very dirty, e.g., beverage stains, use a
soft sponge or microfiber cloth with a suitable
interior cleaner.
Clean the upholstery down to the seams using
large sweeping motions. Avoid rubbing the ma‐
terial vigorously.
Damage from Velcro® fasteners
Open Velcro® fasteners on pants or other
articles of clothing can damage the seat covers.
Ensure that any Velcro® fasteners are closed. ◀Seite 260MobilityCare260
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Axle loads, refer toWeights 267
B
Backrest curvature, refer to Lumbar support 44
Backrests, refer to Seats 43
Backrest width adjustment 44
Back seats– Adjusting the backrest
tilt 115
Backup camera 102
Backup camera, cleaning 104
Backup camera, obstacle marking 103
Backup camera, pathway lines 103
Backup camera, turning lines 103
Backup lamps, bulb replace‐ ment 249
Balance 160
Band-aids, refer to First aid kit 254
Bass 160
Battery
– Remote control 30
Battery disposal 251
Battery, refer to Vehicle bat‐ tery 251
Battery replacement, remote control for vehicle 38
Before entering the car wash 259
Belts, refer to Safety belts 45
Belt tensioners, refer to Safety belts 45
Beverage holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 122
Black and white map dis‐ play 154
Blower, refer to Air flow rate 106
Bluetooth audio 185
Bluetooth connection, activat‐ ing/deactivating 193
BMW Apps 219
BMW Apps, video play‐ back 184
BMW Assist 215
BMW Assist, refer to Connec‐ tedDrive 215
BMW EfficientDynamics, refer to Saving fuel 133
BMW Homepage 6
BMW Internet page 6
BMW maintenance sys‐ tem 243
BMW Online 217
Bottle holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 122
Brake assistant 94
Brake discs, breaking in 126
Brake fluid, refer to Service re‐ quirements 75
Brake force display 93
Brake force distribution, elec‐ tronic 94
Brake lamps– Bulb replacement 249
Brake lamps, brake force dis‐
play 93
Brake lights, adaptive 93
Brake pads, breaking in 126
Brakes
– Handbrake 58
Brakes, BMW maintenance
system 243
Brakes, service require‐ ments 75
Brake system, BMW mainte‐ nance system 243
Braking, notes 127
Breakdown assistance 254
Breakdown, transporting the vehicle 256
Breaking in 126
Brightness on the Control Dis‐ play 75
Bulb replacement, refer to Lamp and bulb replace‐
ment 246
Button for starting the engine,
refer to Start/Stop button 54
C
Calendar 209
California Proposition 65 Warning 7
Camera, care 261
Camera, refer to Backup cam‐ era 102
Can holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 122
Car battery, refer to Vehicle battery 251
Car care products 260
Care 259
Care, displays 262
Care, vehicle 260
Cargo 130
Cargo area 115
Cargo area– Comfort Access 37– Cover 115– Folding up the cargo floor
panel 118– Multi-function hook 118– Partition net 116
Cargo area, capacities 267
Cargo area, enlarging 115
Cargo area lamp, refer to Inte‐ rior lamps 84
Cargo area lid, refer to Tail‐ gate 35
Cargo area net, refer to Parti‐ tion net 116
Cargo area, opening from the inside 35
Cargo area, opening from the outside 36
Cargo floor panel
– Folding up 118
Cargo floor panel, raising 118
Cargo straps, securing cargo 131
Car key, refer to Integrated key/remote control 30
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