2014 BMW X1 Rear wiper

Turn signal  62High beams, head‐
lamp flasher   85High-beam Assistant   85Roadside parking lamps   85Computer  73Settings and information about
the vehicle   74Instrument lighting   876Steering wheel buttons, leftTelephone  196VolumeActivate/deactivate the voice acti‐
vation system   257Shift paddles  678Instrument cluster   149Steering wheel buttons, rightChange the radio station
Select a music track
Scroll through the redial listNext entertainment sourceRecirculated air mode   11010Start/stop the engine and switch
the ignition on/off   5711Steering column stalk, rightWindshield wipers   62Rain sensor  63Rear window wiper   6412Ignition lock  5713Steering wheel heating   5114Horn, the entire surface15Adjust the steering wheel   5116Cruise control  10117Opening tailgate   3618Releasing the hood   241Seite 13CockpitAt a glance13
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Do not use the wipers on a dry wind‐
shield
Do not use the wipers on a dry windshield; oth‐
erwise, the wiper blades may wear more rap‐
idly or become damaged.◀
At a glance1Switching on wipers2Switching off wipers or brief wipe3Activating/deactivating intermittent wipe or
the rain sensor4Cleaning the windshield and headlamps5Setting speed for intermittent wipe or sen‐
sitivity of the rain sensor
Switching on wipers
Press the wiper lever upward, arrow 1.
The lever automatically returns to its initial po‐
sition when released.
Normal wiper speed
Press up once.
The system switches to operation in the inter‐
mittent mode when the vehicle is stationary.
Fast wiper speed
Press up twice or press once beyond the re‐
sistance point.
The system switches to normal speed when
the vehicle is stationary.
Switching off wipers or brief wipe
Press the wiper lever down, arrow 2.
The lever automatically returns to its initial po‐
sition when released.▷Brief wipe: press down once.▷To switch off normal wipe: press down
once.▷To switch off fast wipe: press down twice.
Intermittent wipe or rain sensor
If the car is not equipped with a rain sensor, the
intermittent-wipe time is a preset.
If the car is equipped with a rain sensor, the
time between wipes is controlled automatically
and depends on the intensity of the rainfall.
The rain sensor is mounted on the windshield,
directly in front of the interior rearview mirror.
Activating intermittent wipe or the
rain sensor
Press the button, arrow 3.
The LED in the steering wheel stalk lights up
and a wiping cycle is started.
Setting intermittent wipe or the
sensitivity of the rain sensor
Turn thumbwheel 5 up or down.
Deactivating intermittent wipe or the
rain sensor
Press the button again, arrow 3.
The LED goes out.
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Deactivate the rain sensor in car washes
Deactivate the rain sensor when passing
through an automatic car wash; otherwise,
damage could be caused by undesired wiper
activation.◀
Cleaning the windshield and
headlamps
Pull the lever, arrow 4.
The system sprays washer fluid on the wind‐
shield and activates the wipers briefly.
When the vehicle lighting system is switched
on, the headlamps are cleaned at regular and
appropriate intervals.
Do not use the washer system at freezing
temperatures
Do not use the washers if there is any danger
that the fluid will freeze on the windshield; oth‐
erwise, your vision could be obscured. For this
reason, use antifreeze.
Avoid using the washer when the reservoir is
empty; otherwise, you could damage the
pump.◀
Windshield washer nozzles
The windshield washer nozzles are heated au‐
tomatically while the engine is running or the
ignition is switched on.
Fold-out position of the wipers
Required when changing the wiper blades or
under frosty conditions, for example.1.Switch off the ignition.2.Under frosty conditions, ensure that the
wiper blades are not frozen onto the wind‐
shield.3.Press the wiper lever up beyond the point
of resistance and hold it for approx. 3 sec‐
onds, until the wiper remains in a nearly
vertical position.After the wipers are folded back down, the
washer/wiper system, refer to page 62, must
be reactivated.
Fold the wipers back down
Before switching the ignition on, fold the
wipers back down to the windshield; other‐
wise, the wipers may become damaged when
they are switched on.◀1.Switch on the ignition.2.Press the wiper levers down. The wipers
move to their resting position and are
ready for operation.
Rear window wiper
1Intermittent wipe
When reverse gear is engaged, the system
switches to continuous operation.2Cleaning the rear window
The rear window wiper does not move if the
lever is in position 1 before the ignition is
switched on.
To switch on the rear window wiper:
1.Move the lever to its basic position.2.Select the required position again.
Do not use the washing mechanisms
when the washer fluid reservoir is empty
Do not use washing mechanisms when the
washer fluid reservoir is empty, otherwise you
will damage the washer pump.◀
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Rear1.Fold up and hold the wiper arm.2.Squeeze the locking spring, arrows 1, and
fold out the wiper blade, arrow 2.3.Take the wiper blade out of the catch
mechanism toward the front.
Lamp and bulb replacement
Notes
Lamps and bulbs
Lamps and bulbs make an essential contribu‐
tion to vehicle safety.
The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends
that you entrust corresponding procedures to
the service center if you are unfamiliar with them or they are not described here.
You can obtain a selection of replacement
bulbs at the service center.
Danger of burns
Only change bulbs when they are cool;
otherwise, there is the danger of getting
burned.◀
Working on the lighting system
When working on the lighting system,
you should always switch off the lights af‐
fected to prevent short circuits.
To avoid possible injury or equipment damage
when replacing bulbs, observe any instructions
provided by the bulb manufacturer.◀
Do not perform work/bulb replacement
on xenon headlamps
Have any work on the xenon lighting system,
including bulb replacement, performed only by
a service center.
Due to the high voltage present in the system,
there is the danger of fatal injuries if work is
carried out improperly.◀
Do not touch the bulbs
Do not touch the glass of new bulbs with
your bare hands, as even minute amounts of
contamination will burn into the bulb's surface
and reduce its service life.
Use a clean tissue, cloth or something similar,
or hold the bulb by its base.◀
Light-emitting diodes LED
Light-emitting diodes installed behind translu‐
cent lenses serve as the light source for many
of the controls, displays and other equipment
in your vehicle.
These light-emitting diodes, which operate us‐
ing a concept similar to that applied in conven‐
tional lasers, are officially designated as
Class 1 light-emitting diodes.
Do not remove the covers
Do not remove the covers, and never
stare into the unfiltered light for several hours; otherwise, irritation of the retina could result.◀
Headlamp glass
Condensation can form on the inside of the
headlamps in cool or humid weather. When
you drive with the lights switched on, the con‐
densation evaporates after a short time. The
headlamps do not need to be changed.
If the condensation in the headlamps does not
evaporate after trips with the lights switched
on, and the amount of moisture in the head‐
lamps increases, for example if water droplets
form, have them checked by your service cen‐
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Automatic transmission, 8-gear:
transporting your vehicle
Note Your vehicle is not permitted to be towed.
Therefore, contact a service center in the
event of a breakdown.
Do not have the vehicle towed
Have your vehicle transported on a load‐
ing platform only; otherwise, damage may oc‐
cur.◀
Tow truck
Do not lift the vehicle
Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or
body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage
may result.◀
Use the tow fitting screwed in at the front for
maneuvering the vehicle only.
Towing your vehicle
Observe before towing your vehicle Light towing vehicle
The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than your vehicle, or it will not be possible to
control vehicle response.◀
Attaching the tow bar/tow rope correctly
Attach the tow bar or tow rope to the tow
fitting; connecting it to other vehicle parts may
cause damage.◀
Automatic transmission, 6-gear
Selector lever in position N.
Adhere to the towing speed and distance
Do not exceed a towing speed of
40 mph/70 km/h and a towing distance of
90 miles/150 km or damage to the transmis‐
sion can occur.◀
Being towed Follow the towing instructions
Follow all towing instructions, or vehicle
damage or accidents may occur.◀▷Make sure that the ignition is switched on;
otherwise, the low beams, tail lamps, turn
signals, and windshield wipers may be un‐
available.▷Do not tow the vehicle with the rear axle
tilted, as the front wheels could turn.▷When the engine is stopped, there is no
power assist. Consequently, more force
needs to be applied when braking and
steering.▷Larger steering wheel movements are re‐
quired.▷Switch on the hazard warning system, de‐
pending on local regulations.▷If the electrical system has failed, clearly
identify the vehicle being towed by placing
a sign or a warning triangle in the rear win‐
dow.
Tow truck
sDrive
Vehicles with automatic transmission, 6-gear.
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CareVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all series equipment as
well as country-specific and special equipment
offered for this model series. Therefore, it also
describes equipment that may not be found in
your vehicle, for instance due to the selected
special equipment or the country version. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems.
When using the features and systems descri‐
bed here, adhere to local regulations.
Car washes Notes Steam jets or high-pressure washers
When using steam jets or high-pressure
washers, hold them a sufficient distance away
and use a maximum temperature of
140 ℉/60 ℃.
Holding them too close or using excessively
high pressures or temperatures can cause
damage or preliminary damage that may then
lead to long-term damage.
Follow the operating instructions for the high-
pressure washer.◀
Do not direct steam or high-pressure washers
toward the decorative labels applied by the
manufacturer; otherwise, damage may result.
Cleaning sensors/cameras with high-
pressure washers
When using high-pressure washers, do not
spray the exterior sensors and cameras, for
Park Distance Control or the backup camera,
for instance, for extended periods of time and
only from a distance of at least 12 in/30 cm.◀Regularly remove foreign bodies, such as
leaves, from the area below the windshield
when the hood is open.
Wash your vehicle frequently, particularly in
winter.
Intense soiling and road salt can damage the
vehicle.
Washing in automatic car washes Give preference to cloth car washes or those
that use soft brushes in order to avoid paint damage.
Notes Note the following:▷Make sure that the wheels and tires are not
damaged by the transport mechanisms.▷Fold in the exterior mirrors; otherwise, they
may be damaged, depending on the width
of the vehicle.▷Deactivate the rain sensor, refer to
page 63, to avoid unintentional wiper acti‐
vation.▷Move the rear window wiper to its resting
position, deactivate it, and protect it
against damage. Ask the car wash operator
about any necessary protective measures.▷Remove additional attachments, for in‐
stance a spoiler or telephone antenna, if
there is a risk that these may be damaged.
Guide rails in car washes
Avoid car washes with guide rails higher
than 4 in/10 cm; otherwise, the vehicle body
could be damaged.◀
Before driving into a car wash The vehicle is able to roll if the following steps
are taken.
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Car phone, installation loca‐tion, refer to Center arm‐
rest 124
Car phone, refer to Tele‐ phone 196
Car vacuum cleaner, connect‐ ing, refer to Connecting
electrical devices 117
Car wash 261
Catalytic converter, refer to Hot exhaust system 131
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice 245
CD/DVD 174
CD/DVD notes 178
CDs, storing 179
Cell phone 196
Cell phone, installation loca‐ tion, refer to Center arm‐
rest 124
Center armrest, front 124
Center armrest, rear 124
Center brake lamp, bulb re‐ placement 253
Center console, refer to Around the center con‐
sole 16
Central locking– Comfort Access 37– From the inside 35– Setting the unlocking char‐
acteristics 32
Central locking system
– From the outside 31– Principle 31
Central screen, refer to Con‐
trol Display 18
Changes, technical, refer to Safety 6
Changing wheels/tires 237
Check Control 80
Children, transporting 52
Child restraint fixing system LATCH 53
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tems 52
Child restraint fixing systems,
mounting 52
Child safety locks 55
Child seat, mounting 52
Child seats, refer to Trans‐ porting children safely 52
Chrome parts, care 263
Cigarette lighter, connecting electrical devices 117
Cigarette lighter, refer to Lighter 117
Cigarette lighter socket 117
Circulation of air, refer to Re‐ circulated air mode 110
Cleaning, displays 264
Cleaning your BMW, refer to Care 261
Clock 71
Clock– 12h/24h format 76– Setting the time and date 76
Closing
– From the inside 35– From the outside 32
Clothes hooks 125
Cockpit 12
Cold start, refer to Starting the engine 58
Combination instrument, refer to Instrument cluster 14
Combination switch, refer to Turn signal/high beams/
headlamp flasher 62
Combination switch, refer to Washer/wiper system 62
Comfort Access 37
Comfort Access
– Battery replacement 38
Comfort area, refer to Around
the center console 16
Compact wheel, inflation pressure 230
Compartment for remote control, refer to Ignition
lock 57
Compartment in floor 121
Compartments, refer to Stor‐
age compart‐
ments 123, 125
Compass, digital 115
Computer 73
Computer, displaying infor‐ mation 73
Computer, displays on the Control Display 74
Concierge service 219
Condensation under the vehi‐ cle 132
Condition Based Service CBS 245
Confirmation signals for lock‐ ing/unlocking the vehicle 33
Connecting, mobile phone, refer to Pairing the mobile
phone 197
Consumption, refer to Aver‐ age fuel consumption 73
Contacts 208, 216
Control Display 18
Control Display, care 264
Control Display, settings 77
Controller 19
Controls and displays 12
Control systems, driving sta‐ bility 97
Convenient operation– Glass sunroof 32– Window 32
Coolant 244
Coolant, checking the level 244
Coolant temperature 72
Cooling function, switching on and off 110
Cooling, maximum 109
Cooling system, refer to Cool‐ ant 244
Corrosion on brake discs 132
Courtesy lights, refer to Inte‐ rior lights 87
Cradle for telephone or mo‐ bile phone, refer to Snap-in
adapter 205
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Rear seats– Adjusting the backrest
tilt 119– Adjusting the head re‐
straints 48– Folding down 119– Folding down the back‐
rests 119
Rear socket 118
Rearview camera, clean‐ ing 107
Rearview mirror, refer to Mir‐ rors 49
Rear window defroster 111
Rear window, washing 64
Rear window wiper 64
Recirculated air mode 110
Recommended fuel grade 228
Recommended tire brands 238
Redialing 203
Refueling 226
Remaining distance to desti‐ nation, refer to Com‐
puter 74
Remaining range for service, refer to Service require‐
ments 78
Remaining range, refer to Range 73
Reminders 214
Remote app 223
Remote control 30
Remote control
– Battery replacement 38– Comfort Access 37– Malfunction 34, 38– Tailgate 33
Remote control, removing
from the ignition lock 57
Remote control, service data 245
Remote control, univer‐ sal 113
Remote inquiry 202
Remote Services 223
Replacement fuse 254
Replacement remote con‐ trol 30
Replacing wheels/tires 237
Reporting safety defects 9
Reserve warning, refer to Fuel gauge 72
Reservoir for washer fluid, re‐ fer to Washer fluid reser‐
voir 65
Resetting, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 94
Restraining systems– Refer to Safety belts 46
Restraint systems for chil‐
dren 52
Retaining straps, securing cargo 135
Retreaded tires 238
Reverse gear
– Automatic transmission with
Steptronic 66
Rim cleaner, care 263
Road, avoiding 153
Road detour 153
Roadside Assistance 219
Roadside parking lamp
– Bulb replacement 250, 251
Roadside parking lamps 85
RON recommended fuel grade 228
RON, refer to Fuel qual‐ ity 228
Roof load capacity 268
Roof-mounted luggage rack 136
Rope, refer to Towing 259
Route 154
Route criteria, route 153
Route, displaying 154
Route section, bypass‐ ing 154
RSC Runflat System Compo‐ nent, refer to Run-flat
tires 239
Rubber components, care 263
Run-flat tires 239
Run-flat tires, tire inflation pressure 230
Running lights, refer to Park‐ ing lamps/low beams 83
S Safe braking 131
Safety 6
Safety belts 46
Safety belts– Damage 47
Safety belts, care 263
Safety belts, indicator/warn‐ ing lamp 47
Safety belts, reminder 47
Safety switch for rear win‐ dows 41
Safety systems
– Safety belts 46
Safety systems, airbags 88
Safety tires, refer to Run-flat tires 239
Satellite radio 168
Saving fuel 137
Scale, changing during navi‐ gation 156
Screen, refer to Control Dis‐ play 18
Search, refer to BMW On‐ line 220
Seat adjustment
– Manual 44
Seat adjustment, electric 45
Seat and mirror memory 48
Seat belts
– Refer to Safety belts 46
Seat heating 46
Seats 44
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