2015 BMW X5 Side view

LockingThe glove compartment can be locked with an
integrated key. This prevents access to the
glove compartment.
After the glove compartment is locked, the re‐
mote control can be handed over, such as at a
hotel, without the integrated key.
Driver's side
Information WARNING
Folded open, the glove compartment
protrudes in the car's interior. Objects in the glove compartment can be thrown into the
car's interior while driving, e.g. in the event of
an accident or during braking and evasive ma‐
neuvers. There is risk of injuries. Always close
the glove compartment immediately after us‐ ing it.◀
Opening
Pull the handle.
ClosingFold cover closed.
Compartments in the doors WARNING
Breakable object, e.g. glass bottle, can
break in the event of an accident. Broken glass
can be scattered in the car's interior. There is
risk of injuries. Do not stow any breakable ob‐
jects in the car's interior.◀
Storage compartment on the
center console
Opening
Slide the cover forward.
Closing Slide the cover rearward.
Small storage compartment
Storage possibility for small objects, e.g.,
coins.
Storage compartment third
row of seats
Overview
A storage compartment is located between the
seats of third row of seats.
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Center armrest
Front
Overview
Located in the center armrest between the
front seats is a storage compartment and de‐
pending on how the vehicle is equipped also
an elastic band on the left side and a cover for
the snap-in adapter.
Opening
Push the cover down slightly and press the
button, see arrow. The respective cover folds
up.
ClosingFold the respective cover down until it latches.
Connection for an external audio
device
An external audio device, e.g.,
an MP3 player, can be con‐
nected via the AUX-IN port or
the USB audio interface in the
center armrest.
Rear
Overview
A storage compartment is located in the center armrest between the seats.
Opening1.Pull the loop and fold down the center arm‐
rest.2.Pull the handle.
Closing
Press cover down until it latches.
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CoolantVehicle features and optionsThis chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
Information WARNING
With the engine hot and the cooling sys‐
tem open, coolant can escape and lead to
burns. There is risk of injuries. Only open the
cooling system with the engine cooled down.◀
WARNING
Additives are harmful and incorrect addi‐
tives can damage the engine. There is risk of
injuries and risk of property damage. Avoid the
contact of articles of clothing, skin or eyes with
additives. Do not swallow any additives. Use
suitable additives only.◀
Coolant consists of water and additives.
Not all commercially available additives are
suitable for the vehicle. Information about suit‐
able additives is available from a dealer’s serv‐
ice center or another qualified service center or
repair shop.
Coolant level
General information
If there is no Min. and Max. mark in the filler
neck of the coolant reservoir, have the coolant
level checked if needed by your dealer’s serv‐ice center or another qualified service center or
repair shop and add coolant as needed.
Overview
Depending on the engine installation, the cool‐
ant reservoir is located on the right side or the
left side of the engine compartment.
Checking1.Let the engine cool.2.Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly
counterclockwise to allow any excess
pressure to dissipate, then open it.3.Open the coolant reservoir lid.4.The coolant level is correct if it lies be‐
tween the minimum and maximum marks
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placement be performed by a dealer’s service
center or another qualified service center or re‐
pair shop.◀
Light-emitting diodes (LEDs)
Some items of equipment use light-emitting
diodes installed behind a cover as a light
source.
These light-emitting diodes, which are related
to conventional lasers, are officially designated
as Class 1 light-emitting diodes.
WARNING
Too intensive brightness can irritate or
damage the retina of the eye. There is risk of
injuries. Do not look directly into the headlights
or other light sources for an extended period of
time. Do not remove the LED covers.◀
Headlight glass
Condensation can form on the inside of the ex‐
ternal lights in cool or humid weather. When
driving with the lights switched on, the con‐
densation evaporates after a short time. The
headlight glass does not need to be changed.
If despite driving with the lights switched on,
increasing humidity forms, e. g. water droplets
in the lamp, the manufacturer of your vehicle
recommends having it checked by a dealer’s
service center or another qualified service cen‐
ter or repair shop.
Headlight setting The headlight adjustments can be affected by
changing lights and bulbs. After the headlight
adjustment was changed, have it checked and,
if necessary, corrected by a dealer’s service
center or another qualified service center or re‐
pair shop.Front lights, bulb replacement
Xenon headlights
Information
Because of the long service life of these bulbs,
the likelihood of failure is very low. Switching
the lights on and off frequently shortens their
service life.
If a bulb fails, turn on the front fog lights and
continue the trip with great care. Comply with local regulations.
DANGER
There can be high voltage in the lighting
system. There is danger to life. The manufac‐
turer of your vehicle recommends that the work on the lighting system including bulb re‐
placement be performed by a dealer’s service
center or another qualified service center or re‐
pair shop.◀
For checking and adjusting headlamp aim,
contact a dealer’s service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop.
Overview1Parking lights / daytime running lights2Low beams/high beams/headlight flasher3Turn signal
Xenon headlights
Low beams and high beams are designed with
xenon technology.
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InformationWARNING
The vehicle jack is optimized for lifting
the vehicle and for the jacking points on the
vehicle only. There is risk of injuries. Do not lift
any other vehicle or cargo using the vehicle
jack.◀
Overview
The emergency wheel and the tools are lo‐ cated in the trunk under the cargo floor panel.1Emergency wheel2Vehicle jack3Vehicle jack crank4Wheel lug wrench
Removing the emergency wheel
1.Remove tool holder.2.Unscrew the wing nut 1.3.Remove the washer 2 to the side.4.Remove emergency wheel.Prepare wheel change1.Follow the Safety instructions, refer to
page 245.2.Loosen the wheel lug bolts a half turn.
Jacking up the vehicle
1.Place the vehicle jack at the jacking point
closest to the wheel such that the vehicle
jack foot is vertically beneath the vehicle
jacking point with the entire surface on the
ground.2.Insert the vehicle jack head in the rectan‐
gular recess of the jacking point for crank‐
ing it up.3.Crank it up until the wheel in question lifts
off of the ground.
Wheel mounting
Mount one emergency wheel only.
1.Unscrew the wheel lug bolts and remove
the wheel.2.Put the new wheel or emergency wheel on
and screw in at least two bolts.
If original BMW light alloy wheels are not
mounted, any accompanying lug bolts also
have to be used.3.Screw in the remaining the lug bolts and
tighten all bolts well in a crosswise pattern.4.Lower the vehicle and remove the vehicle
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Biodiesel 211
Blinds, sun protection 48
BMW Advanced Diesel 211
BMW Assist, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
BMW Driver’s Guide App 6
BMW Homepage 6
BMW Internet page 6
BMW maintenance sys‐ tem 238
Bonus range, ECO PRO 201
Bottle holder, see Cu‐ pholder 186
Brake assistant 137
Brake assistant, adaptive 137
Brake discs, break-in 192
Brake force display 135
Brake lights, adaptive 135
Brake lights, brake force dis‐ play 135
Brake pads, break-in 192
Braking, hints 193
Breakdown assistance 248
Break-in 192
Brightness of Control Dis‐ play 101
Bulb replacement 241
Bulb replacement, front 242
Bulb replacement, rear 244
Bulbs and lights 241
Button, RES 148
Button, Start/Stop 69
Bypassing, see Jump-start‐ ing 249
C
California Proposition 65 Warning 8
Calling up mirror adjust‐ ment 45
Calling up seat adjust‐ ment 45 Calling up steering wheel ad‐
justment 45
Camera lenses, care 257
Camera, rearview cam‐ era 157
Camera, Side View 161
Camera, Top View 160
Can holder, see Cu‐ pholder 186
Car battery 246
Car care products 255
Care, displays 257
Care, vehicle 255
Cargo 196
Cargo area 181
Cargo area, enlarging 181
Cargo area, storage compart‐ ments 187
Cargo cover 181
Cargo, securing 197
Cargo straps, securing cargo 197
Car key, see Remote con‐ trol 34
Carpet, care 257
Car wash 254
Catalytic converter, see Hot exhaust system 193
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice 238
CD/Multimedia, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
Center armrest 185
Center console 16
Central locking system 40
Central screen, see Control Display 18
Changes, technical, see Own Safety 7
Changing parts 240
Changing wheels 244
Changing wheels/tires 223
Chassis number, see vehicle identification number 10 Check Control 89
Checking the engine oil level electronically 232
Checking the oil level elec‐ tronically 232
Children, seating position 64
Children, transporting safely 64
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tem 64
Child restraint fixing system LATCH 66
Child restraint fixing systems, mounting 65
Child safety locks 68
Child seat, mounting 65
Child seats 64
Chrome parts, care 256
Cigarette lighter 177
Cleaning displays 257
Climate control 167
Climate control wind‐ shield 193
Clock 94
Closing/opening via door lock 39
Closing/opening with remote control 37
Clothes hooks 187
Coasting 203
Coasting with engine decou‐ pled, coasting 203
Coasting with idling en‐ gine 203
Cockpit 14
Cold starting, refer to Starting the engine 70
Combination switch, refer to Wiper system 77
Combination switch, see Turn signals 76
Comfort Access 43
COMFORT program, Driving Dynamics Control 143
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OOBD Onboard Diagnosis 239
OBD, see OBD Onboard Di‐ agnosis 239
Object detection, see Night Vision 127
Obstacle marking, rearview camera 158
Octane rating, see Recom‐ mended fuel grade 210
Odometer 93
Office, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment
and Communication
Offroad trips 195
Oil 232
Oil, adding 233
Oil additives 234
Oil change 234
Oil change interval, service requirements 95
Oil filler neck 233
Oil types, alternative 234
Oil types, suitable 234
Old batteries, disposal 247
On-board computer 98
On-board computer, refer to On-board computer 98
Onboard monitor, see Control Display 18
Onboard vehicle tool kit 240
Opening/closing via door lock 39
Opening and closing 34
Opening and closing, without remote control 39
Opening and closing, with re‐ mote control 37
Operating concept, iDrive 18
Optional equipment, standard equipment 7
Outside air, refer to Auto‐ matic recirculated-air con‐
trol 169 Overheating of engine, see
Coolant temperature 93
Own Safety 7
P Paint, vehicle 255
Panoramic glass sunroof 49
Parallel parking assistant 163
Park Distance Control PDC 154
Parked-car ventilation 173
Parked vehicle, condensa‐ tion 195
Parking aid, see PDC 154
Parking assistant 163
Parking brake 73
Parking lights 104
Parking with Automatic Hold 74
Particulate filter 193
Parts and accessories 7
Passenger side mirror, tilting downward 62
Pathway lines, rearview cam‐ era 158
PDC Park Distance Con‐ trol 154
Pedestrian detection, see Night Vision 127
Pedestrian warning with city braking function 125
Personal Profile 35
Personal Profile, exporting profiles 36
Pinch protection system, glass sunroof 50
Pinch protection system, win‐ dows 48
Plastic, care 256
Power failure 247
Power windows 47
Prescribed engine oil types 234
Pressure, tire air pres‐ sure 215 Pressure warning FTM,
tires 116
Profile, see Personal Pro‐ file 35
Programmable memory but‐ tons, iDrive 24
Protective function, glass sunroof 50
Protective function, win‐ dows 48
Push-and-turn switch, see Controller 19
R Radiator fluid 236
Radio-operated key, see Re‐ mote control 34
Radio ready state 69
Radio, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment
and Communication
Rain sensor 78
Rapeseed-oil methyl ester RME 211
Rear automatic climate con‐ trol 171
Rear center armrest 185
Rear cooler 179
Rear drink holder 186
Rear lights 244
Rear seats 55
Rear ventilation, third row of seats, ventilation, third row
of seats 171
Rearview camera 156
Rearview mirror 61
Rear window defroster 170
Recirculated-air mode 169
Recommended fuel grade 210
Recommended tire brands 224
Refueling 208
Remaining range 94
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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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