2015 BMW X5 automatic transmission

Switching on/off
Switching on automatically PDC switches on automatically in the following
situations:▷If selector lever position R is engaged
when the engine is running.
The rearview camera also switches on.▷If equipped with front PDC: when obsta‐
cles are detected behind or in front of the
vehicle by PDC and the speed is slower
than approx. 2.5 mph/4 km/h.
You may turn off automatic activation:
1."Settings"2."Parking"3.Select setting.
Settings are stored for the profile currently
used.
Automatic deactivation during forward
travel
The system switches off when a certain driving
distance or speed is exceeded.
Switch the system back on if needed.
With front PDC: switching on/off
manually
Press button.
▷On: the LED lights up.▷Off: the LED goes out.
The rearview camera image is displayed when
the reverse gear is engaged by pressing the
button.
Display
Signal tones When approaching an object, an intermittent
sound indicates the position of the object. E. g.
if an object is detected to the left rear of the
vehicle, a signal tone sounds from the left rear
speaker.
The shorter the distance to the object, the
shorter the intervals.
If the distance to a detected object is less than
approx. 10 in/25 cm, a continuous tone is
sounded.
With front PDC: if objects are located both in
front of and behind the vehicle, an alternating
continuous signal is sounded.
The signal tone is switched off, when selector
lever position P is engaged on vehicles with
Steptronic transmission.
Volume
The ratio of the PDC signal tone volume to the
entertainment volume can be adjusted.1."Multimedia", "Radio" or "Settings"2."Tone"3."Volume settings"4."PDC"5.Turn the controller until the desired setting
is selected.6.Press the controller.
Settings are stored for the profile currently
used.
Visual warning
The approach of the vehicle to an object can
be shown on the Control Display. Objects that
are farther away are already displayed on the
Control Display before a signal sounds.
A display appears as soon as Park Distance
Control (PDC) is activated.
The range of the sensors is represented in the
colors green, yellow and red.
When the image of the rearview camera is dis‐
played, the switch can be made to PDC:
"Rear view camera"
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Rear camera
Two cameras are used for the detection.
The image quality may be impaired by dirt.
Clean the camera lenses, refer to page 257.
Switching on/off
Switching on/off manually Press button.
Depending on the transmission position, the
picture of the front or rear camera is displayed.
Switching off automatically By switching into a different function or when
changing gears.
Front Side View: when a certain driving dis‐
tance or speed is exceeded.
Display
General information
The traffic area in front of or behind the vehicle
is displayed on the Control Display.
Brightness With the Side View switched on:
1. Select the symbol.2.Turn the controller until the desired setting
is reached, and press the controller.Contrast
With the Side View switched on:1. Select the symbol.2.Turn the controller until the desired setting
is reached, and press the controller.
Warning of crossing traffic
The concept When an object approaching from the side is
detected by the front or rear camera, this is de‐
picted by a symbol in the Side View display.
Requirements
▷Side View switched on.▷Your vehicle moves no faster than walking
speed.▷To detect approaching objects, sufficient
brightness, e.g., daylight is necessary.
Display
The yellow symbol is displayed if anapproaching vehicle is detected by the
camera.
A gray symbol is displayed if crossing
traffic cannot be detected.
System limits
In the following situations, the warning about
crossing traffic may be limited:
▷In poor lighting or visibility conditions.▷If the camera is soiled or covered.
System limits
The objects displayed on the Control Display
under certain circumstances are closer than
they appear. Therefore, do not estimate the
distance from the objects on the display.
The viewing angle is approx. 180°.
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Avoid high engine speeds
As a rule: driving at low engine speeds lowers
fuel consumption and reduces wear.
If necessary, observe the gear shift indicator of
the vehicle, refer to page 96.
Use coasting
When approaching a red light, take your foot
off the accelerator and let the vehicle coast to
a halt.
For going downhill take your foot off the accel‐
erator and let the vehicle roll.
The flow of fuel is interrupted while coasting.
Switch off the engine during longer stops
Switch off the engine during longer stops, e.g.,
at traffic lights, railroad crossings or in traffic
congestion.
Auto Start/Stop function The Auto Start/Stop function of your vehicle
automatically switches off the engine during a
stop.
If the engine is switched off and then restarted
rather than leaving the engine running con‐
stantly, fuel consumption and emissions are
reduced. Savings can begin within a few sec‐
onds of switching off the engine.
In addition, fuel consumption is also deter‐
mined by other factors, such as driving style,
road conditions, maintenance or environmental
factors.
Switch off any functions that
are not currently needed
Functions such as seat heating and the rear
window defroster require a lot of energy andreduce the range, especially in city and stop-
and-go traffic.
Switch off these functions if they are not needed.
The ECO PRO driving program supports the
energy conserving use of comfort features.
These functions are automatically deactivated
partially or completely.
Have maintenance carriedout
Have vehicles maintained regularly to achieve
optimal vehicle efficiency and service life.
BMW recommends that maintenance work be
performed by a BMW dealer’s service center.
For information on the BMW Maintenance
System, refer to page 238.
ECO PRO
The concept ECO PRO supports a driving style that saves
on fuel consumption. For this purpose, the en‐
gine control and comfort features, e. g. the cli‐
mate control output, are adjusted.
Under certain conditions the engine is auto‐
matically decoupled from the transmission in
the D selector lever position. The vehicle con‐
tinues traveling with the engine idling to re‐
duce fuel consumption. Selector lever position
D remains engaged.
In addition, context-sensitive instructions are
displayed to assist with an optimized fuel con‐
sumption driving style.
The achieved extended range is displayed in
the instrument cluster as bonus range.
Overview The system includes the following
EfficientDynamics functions and displays:▷ECO PRO bonus range, refer to page 201.Seite 200Driving tipsSaving fuel200
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"EfficientDynamics info"
The following systems are displayed:▷Auto Start/Stop function.▷Energy recovery.▷Climate control output.▷Coasting.
Display ECO PRO tips
"ECO PRO tips"
Settings are stored for the profile currently
used.
Coasting
The concept The system helps to conserve fuel.
To do this, under certain conditions the engine
is automatically decoupled from the transmis‐
sion when selector lever position D is set. The
vehicle continues traveling with the engine
idling to reduce fuel consumption. Selector
lever position D remains engaged.
This driving condition is referred to as coast‐
ing.
As soon as you step on the brake or accelera‐
tor pedal, the engine is automatically coupled
again.
Information Coasting is a component of the ECO PRO, re‐
fer to page 200, driving mode.
Coasting is automatically activated when ECO
PRO mode is called via the Driving Dynamics
Control.
The function is available in a certain speed
range.
A proactively driving style helps the driver to
use the function as often as possible and sup‐
ports the fuel-conserving effect of coasting.
Safety mode
The function is not available under one of the
following conditions.▷DSC OFF or TRACTION activated.▷Driving in the dynamic limit range and on
steep uphill or downhill grades.▷Battery charge status temporarily too low
or vehicle electrical system drawing exces‐
sive current.▷Cruise control activated.
Functional requirements
In ECO PRO mode, this function is available in
a speed range from approximately 30 mph, ap‐
prox. 50 km/h to 100 mph, approx. 160 km/h, if
the following conditions are met:
▷Accelerator pedal and brake pedal are not
operated.▷The selector lever is in selector lever posi‐
tion D.▷Engine and transmission are at operating
temperature.
The driving status Coast can be influenced
with the shift paddles.
Display Display in the instrument cluster The mark in the efficiency dis‐
play below the tachometer is
backlit in blue and is located at
the zero point. The tachometer
approximately indicates idle
speed.
The coasting point indicator is illuminated at
the zero point during coasting.
Display in the instrument display The mark in the efficiency dis‐
play is backlit in blue and is lo‐
cated at the zero point.
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Everything from A to Z
IndexA ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 137
ACC, Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go 145
Acceleration Assistant, refer to Launch Control 83
Accessories and parts 7
Activated-charcoal filter 170
Active Blind Spot Detec‐ tion 133
Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go, ACC 145
Active Protection 135
Active roll stabilization 141
Active seat ventilation, front 54
Active Steering 141
Adaptive brake assistant 137
Adaptive brake lights, see Brake force display 135
Adaptive Light Control 106
Additives, oil 234
Adjustments, seats/head re‐ straints 52
After washing vehicle 255
Airbags 109
Airbags, indicator/warning light 110
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated-air mode 169
Air, dehumidifying, see Cool‐ ing function 168
Air distribution, manual 169
Air flow, automatic climate control 169
Air outlets, see ventila‐ tion 170
Air pressure, tires 215
Alarm system 45 Alarm, unintentional 47
All around the center con‐ sole 16
All around the roofliner 17
All around the steering wheel 14
All-season tires, see Winter tires 224
All-wheel-drive 139
Alternating-code hand-held transmitter 175
Alternative oil types 234
Ambient light 108
Animal detection, see Night Vision 127
Antifreeze, washer fluid 80
Antilock Brake System, ABS 137
Anti-slip control, see DSC 138
Approved axle load 261
Arrival time 99
Ashtray 176
Ashtray, front 176
Ashtray, rear 177
Assistance when driving off 137
Assist system, see Intelligent Safety 118
Attentiveness assistant 135
AUTO H button 74
AUTO H button, refer to Au‐ tomatic Hold 74
AUTO intensity 169
Automatic car wash 254
Automatic climate con‐ trol 167
Automatic Cruise Control with Stop & Go 145
Automatic Curb Monitor 62 Automatic deactivation,
Front-seat passenger air‐
bags 111
Automatic headlight con‐ trol 105
Automatic Hold 74
Automatic locking 45
Automatic recirculated-air control 169
Automatic Soft Closing, doors 40
Automatic tailgate 41
Automatic transmission, see Steptronic transmission 80
AUTO program, automatic cli‐ mate control 168
AUTO program, intensity 169
Auto Start/Stop function 71
Average fuel consumption 98
Average speed 98
Axle loads, weights 261
B Backrest curvature, see Lum‐ bar support 53
Backrest, seats 52
Backrest, width 54
Bad road trips 195
Band-aids, see First-aid kit 249
Bar for tow-starting/ towing 251
Battery replacement, vehicle battery 246
Battery replacement, vehicle remote control 35
Battery, vehicle 246
Belts, safety belts 57
Beverage holder, cu‐ pholder 186 Seite 264ReferenceEverything from A to Z264
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ECO PRO Tip - driving in‐struction 202
EfficientDynamics 202
Electronic displays, instru‐ ment cluster 85
Electronic oil measure‐ ment 232
Electronic Stability Program ESP, see DSC 138
Emergency detection, remote control 35
Emergency release, fuel filler flap 209
Emergency release, parking brake 75
Emergency Request 248
Emergency start function, en‐ gine start 35
Emergency unlocking, trans‐ mission lock 83
Emergency wheel 244
Energy Control 94
Energy recovery 95
Engine, automatic Start/Stop function 71
Engine, automatic switch- off 71
Engine compartment 229
Engine compartment, work‐ ing in 230
Engine coolant 236
Engine idling when driving, coasting 203
Engine oil 232
Engine oil, adding 233
Engine oil additives 234
Engine oil change 234
Engine oil filler neck 233
Engine oil temperature 93
Engine oil types, alterna‐ tive 234
Engine oil types, suitable 234
Engine start during malfunc‐ tion 35
Engine start, jump-start‐ ing 249 Engine start, refer to Starting
the engine 70
Engine stop 70
Engine temperature 93
Entering a car wash 254
Equipment, interior 174
Error displays, see Check Control 89
ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐ gram, see DSC 138
Exchanging wheels/tires 223
Exhaust system 193
Exterior mirror, automatic dimming feature 62
Exterior mirrors 61
External start 249
External temperature dis‐ play 93
External temperature warn‐ ing 93
Eyes for securing cargo 197
F
Failure message, see Check Control 89
False alarm, see Unintentional alarm 47
Fan, see Air flow 169
Filler neck for engine oil 233
Fine wood, care 256
First-aid kit 249
Fitting for towing, see Tow fit‐ ting 252
Flat tire, changing wheels 244
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 116
Flat tire, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM 112
Flat tire, warning lamp 113, 117
Flooding 193
Floor carpet, care 257
Floor mats, care 257
Folding back rear seat back‐ rests 181 Fold-out position, wiper 79
Foot brake 193
Front airbags 109
Front center armrest 185
Front cupholder 186
Front-end collision warning with braking function 122
Front-end collision warning with City Braking func‐
tion 119
Front fog lamps, , LED, bulb replacement 244
Front fog lights 107
Front fog lights/cornering lights, bulb replace‐
ment 243
Front lights 242
Front-seat passenger airbags, automatic deactivation 111
Front-seat passenger airbags, indicator lamp 111
Front seats 52
FTM Flat Tire Monitor 116
Fuel 210
Fuel consumption, see Aver‐ age fuel consumption 98
Fuel filler flap 208
Fuel gauge 93
Fuel lid 208
Fuel quality 210
Fuel recommendation 210
Fuel, tank capacity 262
Fuse 247
G
Garage door opener, see Uni‐ versal Integrated Remote
Control 174
Gasoline 210
Gear change, Steptronic transmission 81
Gear shift indicator 96
General driving notes 192
Glare shield 176
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Lane margin, warning 131
Language on Control Dis‐ play 101
Lashing eyes, securing cargo 197
LATCH child restraint sys‐ tem 66
Launch Control 83
Leather, care 255
LED headlights, bulb replace‐ ment 243
LEDs, light-emitting di‐ odes 242
Letters and numbers, enter‐ ing 25
Light 104
Light alloy wheels, care 256
Light control 106
Light-emitting diodes, LEDs 242
Lighting 104
Lights and bulbs 241
Light switch 104
Load 197
Loading 196
Lock, door 39
Locking/unlocking via door lock 39
Locking/unlocking with re‐ mote control 37
Locking, automatic 45
Locking, settings 44
Lock, power window 48
Locks, doors, and win‐ dows 68
Low beams 104
Low beams, automatic, see High-beam Assistant 106
Lower back support 53
Lower tailgate 43
Low-Sulfur Diesel 211
Luggage rack, see Roof- mounted luggage rack 198
Lumbar support 53 M
Maintenance 238
Maintenance require‐ ments 238
Maintenance, service require‐ ments 95
Maintenance system, BMW 238
Make-up mirror 176
Malfunction displays, see Check Control 89
Malfunction, self-leveling sus‐ pension 142
Manual air distribution 169
Manual air flow 169
Manual brake, see Parking brake 73
Manual mode, Steptronic transmission 82
Manual operation, door lock 39
Manual operation, exterior mirrors 62
Manual operation, fuel filler flap 209
Manual operation, Park Dis‐ tance Control PDC 155
Manual operation, parking brake 75
Manual operation, rearview camera 157
Manual operation, Top View 160
Marking, run-flat tires 225
Master key, see Remote con‐ trol 34
Maximum cooling 168
Maximum speed, display 96
Maximum speed, winter tires 224
Measurement, units of 101
Medical kit 249
Memory for seat, mirrors, steering wheel 60
Menu, EfficientDynamics 202 Menu in instrument clus‐
ter 97
Menus, operating, iDrive 18
Menus, refer to iDrive operat‐ ing concept 20
Messages, see Check Con‐ trol 89
Microfilter 170
Minimum tread, tires 223
Mirror 61
Mirror memory 60
Mobile communication devi‐ ces in the vehicle 193
Mobility System 225
Modifications, technical, see Own Safety 7
Moisture in headlight 242
Monitor, see Control Dis‐ play 18
Mounting of child restraint systems 65
Moving sun visor 176
Multifunctional instrument display 86
Multifunction steering wheel, buttons 14
N Navigation, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertain‐
ment and Communication
Neck restraints, front, see Head restraints 58
Neck restraints, rear, see Head restraints 59
Neutral cleaner, see wheel cleaner 256
New wheels and tires 223
Night Vision 127
Night Vision device, see Night Vision 127
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Remote control, malfunc‐tion 39
Remote control, univer‐ sal 174
Replacement fuse 247
Replacing parts 240
Replacing wheels/tires 223
Reporting safety malfunc‐ tions 10
RES button 148
RES button, see Active Cruise Control, ACC 145
RES button, see Cruise con‐ trol 151
Reserve warning, see Range 94
Reset, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 113
Residual heat, automatic cli‐ mate control 169
Retaining straps, securing cargo 197
Retreaded tires 224
RME rapeseed-oil methyl es‐ ter 211
Roadside parking lights 105
Roller sunblinds 48
RON recommended fuel grade 210
Roofliner 17
Roof load capacity 261
Roof-mounted luggage rack 198
Rope for tow-starting/ towing 251
RSC Run Flat System Com‐ ponent, see Run-flat
tires 225
Rubber components, care 256
Run-flat tires 225
S Safe braking 193 Safety belt reminder for driv‐
er's seat and front passen‐
ger seat 58
Safety belts 57
Safety belts, care 257
Safety Package, see Active Protection 135
Safety switch, windows 48
Safety systems, airbags 109
Saving fuel 199
Screen, see Control Dis‐ play 18
Screwdriver, see Onboard ve‐ hicle tool kit 240
Screw thread, refer to Screw thread for tow fitting, screw
thread for tow fitting 253
Sealant 225
Seat belts, see Safety belts 57
Seat heating, front 54
Seat heating, rear 56
Seating position for chil‐ dren 64
Seat, mirror, and steering wheel memory 60
Seats 52
Seats, front 52
Seats, rear 55
Seat ventilation, front 54
Selection list in instrument cluster 97
Selector lever, Steptronic transmission 81
Self-leveling suspension, air suspension 141
Self-leveling suspension, malfunction 142
Sensors, care 257
Service and warranty 8
Service requirements, Condi‐ tion Based Service
CBS 238
Service requirements, dis‐ play 95
Services, ConnectedDrive SET button, see Active Cruise Control, ACC 145
SET button, see Cruise con‐ trol 151
Settings, locking/unlock‐ ing 44
Settings on Control Dis‐ play 100
Settings, storing for seat, mir‐ rors, steering wheel 60
Shift paddles on the steering wheel 83
Shift point indicator 88
Shoulder support 54
Side airbags 109
Side View 161
Signaling, horn 14
Signals when unlocking 45
Sitting safely 52
Size 260
Ski and snowboard bag 182
Slide/tilt glass roof 49
Smoker's package 176
Snow chains 228
Socket, OBD Onboard Diag‐ nostics 239
Sockets, see Connecting electrical devices 178
Soot particulate filter 193
SOS button 248
Spare fuse 247
Spare tire, see Emergency wheel 244
Speed, average 98
Speed limit detection, on- board computer 99
Speed limiter, display 96
Speed Limit Information 96
Speed warning 100
Split screen 23
SPORT+ - program, Dynamic Driving Control 143
Sport displays, torque dis‐ play, performance dis‐
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