2014 BMW X6 XDRIVE 35I roof rack

Closing without the pinch protection
system
For example, if there is an external danger or if
ice on the windows prevents a window from
closing normally, proceed as follows:1.Pull the switch past the resistance point
and hold it there.
Pinch protection is limited and the window
reopens slightly if the closing force ex‐
ceeds a certain value.2.Pull the switch past the resistance point
again within approx. 4 seconds and hold it
there.
The window closes without pinch protec‐
tion.
Safety switch
With the safety switch, the rear windows are
prevented from being opened or closed via the
switches in the rear passenger area, such as
by children.
Press the button.
The LED lights up if the safety function is
switched on.
Safety switch for rear operation
Press the safety switch when transport‐
ing children in the rear; otherwise, injury may
result if the windows are closed without super‐
vision.◀
Roller sunblinds for the rear
side windows
Pull the loop of the roller sun blind and hook
onto bracket.
Do not open the window while the roller
sunblind is tilted
Do not open the window while the roller sun‐
blind is tilted; otherwise, there is a risk of dam‐
age at high speeds that may result in personal
injury.◀
Glass sunroof, electrical General information Danger of pinching
Monitor the closing process and make
sure that the closing path of the glass sunroof
is clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◀
Take the remote control with youTake the remote control with you when
leaving the vehicle so that children, for exam‐
ple, cannot operate the roof and injure them‐
selves.◀
Tilting the glass sunroof
Press the switch.
The closed sunroof is tilted and
the sliding visor opens slightly.
Do not use force to close the sliding visor
Do not use force to close the sliding visor
with the glass sunroof in its tilted position, oth‐
erwise the mechanism will be damaged.◀
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Never exceed either the approved gross vehi‐
cle weight or either of the approved axle loads,
as excessive loads can pose a safety hazard,
and may also place you in violation of traffic
safety laws.
Use only the lashing eyes pictured to fasten
the heavy-duty cargo straps. Do not secure
cargo using the upper top tether, refer to
page 55, mounting points; otherwise, these
may become damaged.◀
Roof-mounted luggage rack
Notes A special rack system is available as an op‐
tional accessory.
Attachment Follow the installation instructions for the roof-
mounted luggage rack.
Be sure that adequate clearance is maintained
for tilting and opening the glass sunroof.
Loading
Because roof racks raise the vehicle's center
of gravity when loaded, they have a major ef‐
fect on vehicle handling and steering re‐
sponse.
Therefore, note the following when loading
and driving:▷Do not exceed the approved roof/axle
loads and the approved gross vehicle
weight.▷Distribute the roof load uniformly.▷The roof load should not be too large in
area.▷Always load the heaviest pieces on the
bottom.▷Fasten the roof-mounted luggage se‐
curely, for instance using lashing straps.▷Do not let objects project into the opening
path of the tailgate.▷Drive smoothly. Avoid sudden acceleration
and braking maneuvers. Take corners gen‐
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Saving fuelVehicle 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.
General information
Your vehicle contains advanced technology for
the reduction of fuel consumption and emis‐
sions.
Fuel consumption depends on a number of dif‐
ferent factors.
The implementation of certain measures, driv‐
ing style and regular maintenance, refer to
page 274, can have an influence on fuel con‐
sumption and on the environmental impact.
Remove unnecessary cargo
Additional weight increases fuel consumption.
Remove attached parts
following use
Remove unneeded auxiliary mirrors, roof or
rear luggage racks after use.
Attached parts on the vehicle impair the aero‐
dynamics and increase the fuel consumption.Closing the windows and
glass sunroof
Driving with the glass sunroof or windows
open results in increased air resistance and
raises fuel consumption.
Check the tire inflation pressure regularly
Check and, if necessary, correct the tire infla‐
tion pressure, refer to page 262, at least twice
a month and before starting on a long trip.
Low tire inflation pressure increases rolling re‐
sistance and thus raises fuel consumption and
tire wear.
Drive away without delay
Do not wait for the engine to warm-up while
the vehicle remains stationary. Start driving
right away, but at moderate engine speeds.
This is the fastest way for the cold engine to
reach its operating temperature.
Look well ahead when
driving
Avoid unnecessary acceleration and braking.
By maintaining a suitable distance to the vehi‐
cle driving ahead of you.
Driving smoothly and looking ahead reduces
fuel consumption.
Avoid high engine speeds Driving at a low engine speed reduces fuel
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Driving with compact wheelDo not exceed a speed of
50 mph/80 km/h.
Drive conservatively and do not exceed a
speed of 50 mph/80 km/h. Otherwise, changes
in the driving characteristics could result, for
example reduced track stability on braking, ex‐ tended braking distance, and altered self-
steering characteristics in the limit range. In
conjunction with winter tires, these character‐
istics are more pronounced.◀
Only mount one compact wheel
Only one compact wheel may be
mounted. Restore the wheels and tires to their
original size as quickly as possible. Failure to
do so is a safety risk.◀
Vehicle battery Maintenance
The battery is maintenance-free, i.e., the elec‐
trolyte will last for the life of the battery.
Your service center will be glad to advise you
on questions regarding the battery.
Battery replacement Use approved vehicle batteries
Only use vehicle batteries that have been
approved for your vehicle by the manufacturer;
otherwise, the vehicle could be damaged and
systems or functions may not be fully availa‐
ble.◀
After a battery replacement, have the battery
registered on the vehicle by your service cen‐
ter to ensure that all comfort functions are fully
available.Charging the battery
Note Do not connect the charger to the socket
Do not connect the battery charger to
the socket installed in the vehicle at the factory
as this could damage the battery.◀
General information Ensure that the battery is sufficiently charged
to achieve the full battery life.
It may be necessary to charge the battery in
the following cases:▷When the vehicle is frequently used to
drive short distances.▷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 288, 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 50.▷Time: update, refer to page 78.▷Date: update, refer to page 78.▷Radio station: save again, refer to
page 182.▷Navigation system: wait for the navigation
system to be operational.▷Glass sunroof: it may only be possible to
tilt the roof. Have the system initialized by
the service center.▷Digital compass: recalibrate, refer to
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Lamps, automatic headlampcontrol 81, 82
Lamps, High-beam Assis‐ tant 83
Lamps, parking lamps/low beams 81
Lamps, replacing, refer to Lamp and bulb replace‐
ment 276
Lane departure warning 93
Lane margin, warning 93
Language, changing on Con‐ trol Display 79
Lap-and-shoulder belt, refer to Safety belts 47
Lashing eyes, securing cargo 151
LATCH child restraint fixing system 55
Leather, care 292
LEDs, light-emitting di‐ odes 277
Length, refer to Dimen‐ sions 298
Letters and numbers, enter‐ ing 23
License plate lamps, replac‐ ing bulbs 280
Light-alloy wheels, care 293
Light-emitting diodes, LEDs 277
Lighter 133
Lighting– Instruments 85
Lighting, vehicle, refer to
Lamps 81
Light switch 81
Limit, refer to Speed limit 77
Load 151
Loading 150
Lock buttons, doors, refer to Locking 35
Locking– From the inside 35– From the outside 33– Setting the confirmation
signals 33– Without remote control, re‐
fer to Comfort Access 37
Locking the vehicle
– From the inside 35– From the outside 32
Locks, doors, and win‐
dows 57
Longlife oils, alternative oil types 273
Longlife oils, refer to Ap‐ proved engine oils 272
Low beams 81
Low beams
– Automatic 82
Low beams, automatic 81
Low beams, automatic, refer to High-beam Assistant 83
Lower back support, refer to Lumbar support 45
Luggage rack, refer to Roof- mounted luggage rack 152
Lumbar support 45
M
Main inspection, refer to Service requirements 74
Maintenance 274
Maintenance, refer to Service booklet
Maintenance, refer to Service requirements 74
Maintenance require‐ ments 274
Maintenance system BMW 274
Malfunction
– Door lock 34– Fuel filler flap 258
Malfunction, parking
brake 63
Malfunction warnings, refer to
Check Control 76
Manual air distribution 124
Manual mode, automatic transmission with Step‐
tronic 68
Manual operation– Door lock 34– Driver's door 34
Manual operation, fuel filler
flap 258
Manual operation, Side View 118
Manual operation, Top View 116
Map, destination entry 165
Map display in black and white 174
Map in split screen 173
Map view 171
Marking on approved tires 268
Master key, refer to Remote control with integrated
key 30
Maximum cooling 124
Maximum speed, winter tires 268
Medical kit, refer to First aid kit 287
Memory, refer to Seat and mirror memory 50
Menus, operating, iDrive 18
Menus, refer to iDrive operat‐ ing concept 19
Message list, traffic bulle‐ tins 173
Messages 242
Microfilter 126
Minimum tread, tires 266
Mirror
– Mirror memory, refer to Seat
and mirror memory 50
Mirrors 51
Mirrors
– Automatic Curb Monitor 52
Mirrors, folding in and out 52
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Pressure warning, tires 88
Profile depth, refer to Mini‐ mum tread depth 266
Profile, tires 266
Programmable memory but‐ tons, iDrive 23
Protection function, refer to Pinch protection 43
Protective function, refer to
Pinch protection– Windows 41
Push-and-turn switch, refer to
Controls 18
R Radiator fluid, refer to Cool‐ ant 273
Radio-operated key, refer to Remote control with
integrated key 30
Radio ready state 59
Radio ready state, switched off 60
Radio ready state, switched on 59
Radio setting, refer to Radio ready state 59
Rain sensor 66
Random 191
Random playback 191
Range 72
RDS 183
Reading lamps 85
Reading out loud 246
Rear entertainment, refer to DVD system in rear 210
Rear lamps, refer to Tail lamps 279
Rear seat backrest, folda‐ ble 135
Rear seats, adjusting the head restraints 50
Rear seats, heating 46
Rear socket 134
Rear ventilation 126
Rear ventilation, automatic
climate control in rear 126
Rearview camera, clean‐ ing 115
Rearview mirror, refer to Mir‐ rors 51
Rear window defroster 123
Recirculated air mode 124
Recommended tire brands 268
Redialing 233
Refueling 258
Remaining distance to desti‐ nation, refer to Com‐
puter 73
Remaining range for service, refer to Service require‐
ments 74
Remaining range, refer to Range 72
Reminders 246
Remote control– Battery replacement 39– Comfort Access 37– Garage door opener 129– Malfunction 34, 39– Tailgate 33– Universal 129
Remote control, rear DVD
system 211
Remote control, removing from the ignition lock 59
Remote control, service data 274
Remote inquiry 232
Replacement fuse 284
Replacement remote con‐ trol 30
Replacing wheels/tires 267
Reporting safety defects 9
Reserve warning, refer to Fuel gauge 72
Reservoir for washer fluid, re‐ fer to Washer fluid reser‐
voir 67
Resetting, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 91
Residual heat 125
Restraining systems– Refer to Safety belts 47
Restraint systems for chil‐
dren 54
Retaining straps, securing cargo 151
Retreaded tires 268
Rim cleaner, care 293
Road, avoiding 169
Road detour 169
Roadside Assistance 252
Roadside parking lamps 83
Roller sunblinds 42
RON gasoline quality 260
RON, refer to Fuel qual‐ ity 260
Roof load capacity 298
Roof-mounted luggage rack 152
Rope, refer to Towing 289
Route 170
Route criteria, route 169
Route, displaying 170
Route section, bypass‐ ing 170
RSC Runflat System Compo‐ nent, refer to Run-flat
tires 268
Rubber components, care 293
Run-flat tires 268
Run-flat tires, tire inflation pressure 262
Running lights, refer to Park‐ ing lamps/low beams 81
S Safe braking 147
Safety 6
Safety belts 47
Safety belts
– Damage 48
Safety belts, care 293
Safety belts, indicator/warn‐ ing lamp 48
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