2013 BMW X5 service indicator

Further information on approved oil types can
be obtained from the service center.
Alternative oil types If the approved engine oils are not available, up
to 1 US quart/liter of an oil with the following
specification can be used:Gasoline engineAPI SM or a higher quality standardDiesel engineAPI ILSAC GF-5
Oil change
An oil change should be carried out by the
service center only.
Coolant
General information Danger of burns from hot engine
Do not open the cooling system while
the engine is hot; otherwise, escaping coolant
may cause burns.◀
Suitable additives
Only use suitable additives; otherwise,
engine damage may occur. The additives are
harmful to your health.◀
Coolant consists of water and additives.
Not all commercially available additives are
suitable for your vehicle. Ask your service cen‐
ter for suitable additives.
Checking the coolant level1.Do not open the hood until the engine has
cooled down.2.Turn the expansion tank cap counterclock‐
wise slightly to allow any accumulated
pressure to escape; then continue turning
to open.3.The filling level indicator 1 in the filler neck
indicates the coolant level. The coolant
level is correct if it is between the arrows of
the respective reservoir label 2.4.If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up
to the specified level; do not overfill.5.Turn the cap until there is an audible click.6.Have the cause of the coolant loss elimi‐
nated as soon as possible.
Disposal
Comply with the appropriate environ‐
mental protection regulations when dis‐
posing of coolant additives.
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Maintenance and repair should be performed
by your service center. Make sure to have reg‐
ular maintenance procedures recorded in the
vehicle's Service and Warranty Information
Booklet for US models, and in the Warranty
and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian mod‐
els. These entries are proof of regular mainte‐
nance.
Socket for OBD Onboard
Diagnosis
On the driver's side is an OBD socket for
checking the primary components in the vehi‐
cle emissions.
Emissions
▷The warning lamp lights up:
Emissions are deteriorating. Have
the vehicle checked as soon as
possible.▷The warning lamp flashes under certain
circumstances:
This indicates that there is excessive mis‐
firing in the engine.
Reduce the vehicle speed and have the
system checked immediately; otherwise,
serious engine misfiring within a brief pe‐
riod can seriously damage emission con‐
trol components, in particular the catalytic
converter.
Display of the previously described
malfunctions on Canadian models.
Fuel cap
The indicator lamp lights up.
If the fuel cap is not properly tight‐
ened, the OBD system may conclude
that fuel vapor is escaping. If the cap is then
tightened, the display should go out in a short
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▷When the vehicle has not been driven for
more than one month.
Starting aid terminals
Only charge using the starting aid terminals,
refer to page 309, in the engine compartment
while the engine is switched off.
Power failure
After a temporary power loss, some equipment
needs to be reinitialized.
Individual settings need to be reprogrammed:
▷Seat and mirror memory: store the posi‐
tions again, refer to page 57.▷Time: update, refer to page 87.▷Date: update, refer to page 87.▷Radio station: save again, refer to
page 192.▷Navigation system: wait for the navigation
system to be operational.▷Glass sunroof/panoramic glass sunroof: it
may only be possible to raise the roof.
Have the system initialized by the service
center.▷Digital compass: recalibrate, refer to
page 141.▷Active steering: the system automatically
initializes for a short time as you drive. Dur‐
ing this time, the system is deactivated, re‐
fer to page 110.▷xDrive: the system automatically initializes
as you drive. During this time, indicator
lamps light up. If the lamps do not disap‐
pear during the current trip, have the sys‐
tem checked.
Disposing of old batteries
Have old batteries disposed of by your
service center or bring them to a recy‐
cling center.
Maintain the battery in an upright position for
transport and storage. Secure the battery so
that it does not tip over during transport.
Fuses
Replacing fuses
Never attempt to repair a blown fuse and
do not replace a defective fuse with a substi‐
tute of another color or amperage rating; this
could lead to a circuit overload, ultimately re‐
sulting in a fire in the vehicle.◀
In interior The fuses are located in the front passenger
footwell on the underside of the instrument
cluster.1.Unscrew screws, refer to arrows, of foot‐
well trim panel.2.Lay the trim panel in the footwell.3.Release the screw, arrow 1, and fold the
fuse carrier down, arrow 2.4.Replace the fuse concerned.5.Installation is carried out in the reverse or‐
der of removal. Ensure correct and secure
attachment of the footwell trim panel in the
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Combination instrument, referto Instrument cluster 14
Combination switch, refer to Turn signal/high beams/
headlamp flasher 72
Combination switch, refer to Washer/wiper system 73
Comfort Access– Battery replacement 42
Comfort area, refer to Around
the center console 16
Compact wheel, inflation pressure 275, 276
Compartment for remote control, refer to Ignition
lock 67
Compartments, refer to Stor‐ age compart‐
ments 147, 148
Compass, digital 141
Computer 81
Computer, displaying infor‐ mation 81
Computer, displays on the Control Display 82
Concierge service 261
Condensation on windows, removing 132
Condensation under the vehi‐ cle 158
Condition Based Service CBS 293
Confirmation signals for lock‐ ing/unlocking the vehicle 33
Connecting, mobile phone, refer to Pairing the mobile
phone 237
Consumption, refer to Aver‐ age fuel consumption 82
Contacts 250, 258
Control Display 19
Control Display, care 315
Control Display, setting the brightness 88
Controller, refer to Con‐ trols 18
Controls and displays 12
Controls, rear DVD sys‐
tem 220
Control systems, driving sta‐ bility 105
Convenient operation– Glass sunroof 33– Window 33
Coolant 292
Coolant, checking the level 292
Coolant temperature 80
Cooling function, switching on and off 133
Cooling, maximum 133
Cooling system, refer to Cool‐ ant 292
Cornering Brake Control CBC 105
Corrosion on brake discs 158
Courtesy lamps, refer to Inte‐ rior lamps 94
Cradle for telephone or mo‐ bile phone, refer to Snap-in
adapter 247
Cruise control 118
Cruise control
– Malfunction 119
Cruise control, active 111
Cupholder 149
Curb weight, refer to Weights 320
Current fuel consumption 80
Current location, storing 172
Curve lights, refer to Adaptive Light Control 91
D
Dashboard lighting, refer to Instrument lighting 94
Dashboard, refer to Cock‐ pit 12
Data, technical 318
Date 79
Date, display format 88
Date, retrieving 79
Date, setting 87
Daytime running lights 91
Defroster, rear window 132
Defrosting windows 132
Defrost setting, refer to De‐ frosting windows 132
Destination entry via the ad‐ dress book 172
Destination guidance 179
Destination guidance with in‐ termediate destinations 177
Destination input, naviga‐ tion 170
Diesel exhaust fluid, at low temperatures 272
Diesel exhaust fluid, at mini‐ mum 272
Diesel exhaust fluid, having refilled 272
Diesel exhaust fluid, refilling yourself 272
Diesel particulate filter 157
Digital clock 79
Digital compass 141
Digital radio 193
Dimming mirrors 59
Directional indicators, refer to Turn signals 72
Display in front wind‐ shield 127
Display lighting, refer to In‐ strument lighting 94
Displays and controls 12
Displays, care 315
Displays, cleaning 315
Displays, refer to Instrument cluster 14
Disposal, coolant 292
Disposal, vehicle battery 305
Distance control, refer to Ac‐ tive Cruise Control 111
Distance, selecting, with Ac‐ tive Cruise Control 113
Distance warning, refer to Park Distance Control
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Remote control– Battery replacement 42– Comfort Access 40– Garage door opener 139– Malfunction 34, 41– Tailgate 33– Universal 139
Remote control, rear DVD
system 221
Remote control, removing from the ignition lock 67
Remote control, service data 293
Remote inquiry 242
Replacement fuse 305
Replacement remote con‐ trol 30
Replacing wheels/tires 285
Reporting safety defects 8
Reserve warning, refer to Fuel gauge 81
Reservoir for washer fluid, re‐ fer to Washer fluid reser‐
voir 75
Resetting, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 100
Residual heat 134
Restraining systems
– Refer to Safety belts 54
Restraint systems for chil‐
dren 61
Retaining straps, securing cargo 162
Retreaded tires 286
Rim cleaner, care 314
Road, avoiding 179
Road detour 179
Roadside Assistance 262
Roadside parking lamps 92
Roller sunblinds 45
RON gasoline quality 270
RON, refer to Fuel qual‐ ity 270
Roof load capacity 320
Roof-mounted luggage rack 162
Rope, refer to Towing 310
Route 180
Route criteria, route 179
Route, displaying 180
Route section, bypass‐ ing 180
RSC Runflat System Compo‐ nent, refer to Run-flat
tires 286
Rubber components, care 314
Run-flat tires 286
Run-flat tires, tire inflation pressure 275
Running lights, refer to Park‐ ing lamps/low beams 90
S Safe braking 157
Safety 6
Safety belts 54
Safety belts– Damage 55
Safety belts, care 314
Safety belts, indicator/warn‐ ing lamp 55
Safety belts, reminder 55
Safety switch for rear win‐ dows 44
Safety systems
– Safety belts 54
Safety systems, airbags 95
Safety tires, refer to Run-flat tires 286
Satellite radio 194
Saving fuel 164
Scale, changing during navi‐ gation 182
Screen, folding open/closed, rear DVD system 220
Screen, refer to Control Dis‐ play 19
Search, refer to BMW On‐ line 262
Seat adjustment, electric 50
Seat adjustment, manual 49
Seat and mirror memory 57
Seat belts– Refer to Safety belts 54
Seat heating 52, 53
Seat heating, rear 52
Seats
– Adjusting electrically 50– Heating 52– Memory, refer to Seat and
mirror memory 57– Sitting safely 49– Storing the setting, refer to
Seat and mirror memory 57– Ventilation, refer to Active
seat ventilation and seat
heating 53
Seats, adjusting 49
Seats, backrest width 50
Seats in the rear 51
Seats, shoulder support 50
2nd row seats 51
Selector lever, automatic transmission with Step‐
tronic 76
Selector lever lock, releas‐ ing 76
Self-leveling suspension 110
Sensors, care 315
Service and warranty 7
Service data in the remote control 293
Service interval display, refer to Condition Based Service
CBS 293
Service interval display, refer to Service requirements 83
Service requirements 83
Service requirements, CBS Condition Based Serv‐
ice 293
Service, Roadside Assis‐ tance 308
Settings, clock, 12h/24h mode 87
Settings, configuring, refer to Personal Profile 30
Settings, DVD 203
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