2015 BMW X6 Owner's Manual

The highest cooling power is active when
two LEDs are lit.
If the cooler was switched on the last time the
ignition was switched on, it will likewise be
switched on the next time the ignition is
switched on.
Switch off
Press button repeatedly until the LEDs go out.
Removing
1.Pull handles on both sides, arrows.2.Fold both release levers up.3.Pull cooler downward and remove it.Installing1.Fold the release levers with an angle of ap‐
prox. 45° and push the cooler forward onto
the contact up to the stop.2.Fold both release levers down.3.Pull handles, arrows 1, and press the re‐
lease levers, arrows 2, into the rails, until
they latch.
Malfunction
The cooler cannot be switched on or switches
off, e.g., when the cooling system overheats or
if the battery voltage is low. One of the LEDs
flashes.
Remedy the problem
1.If necessary, allow the refrigerator cooling
system to cool down.2.Start the engine.3.Switch on cooler.
If the LED flashes even after a short time, have
the cooler checked by a dealer’s service center
or another qualified service center or repair
shop.
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Cargo area
Cargo cover
Information WARNING
Loose objects in the car's interior can be
thrown into the car's interior while driving, e.g.
in the event of an accident or during braking
and evasive maneuvers. There is risk of inju‐
ries. Secure loose objects in the car's inte‐
rior.◀
General information
Unfold cargo cover out towards the rear.
RemovingThe cover can be removed to load bulky lug‐
gage.
1.Grasp folded-up cargo cover under the top
fold on both sides.2.Pull the cover rearward out of the two side
brackets.Stowing
Depending on the equipment of your vehicle,
you can stow the cover under the cargo floor
panel.
Installing When installing, follow the reverse procedure.
1.Put the cargo cover in place left and right.2.Lift the cover slightly to the rear and push
toward the front until it engages on both
side brackets.
Enlarging the trunk
General information
The trunk can be enlarged by folding down the
rear seat backrest.
The rear seat backrest is divided at a ratio of
40–20–40. The sides and the middle section
can be folded down separately.
Information WARNING
Danger of jamming with folding down the
backrests. There is risk of injuries or risk of
property damage. Make sure that the area of
movement of the rear backrest is clear prior to
folding down.◀
WARNING
The stability of the child restraint system
is limited or compromised with incorrect seat adjustment or improper installation of the child
seat. There is risk of injuries or danger to life.
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Make sure that the child restraint system fits
securely against the backrest. If possible, ad‐
just the backrest tilt for all affected backrests
and correctly adjust the seats. Make sure that
seats and backrests are securely engaged. If
possible, adjust the height of the head re‐
straints or remove them.◀
WARNING
With an unlocked backrest, an unsecured
load can be thrown into the car's interior, e.g.
in case of an accident, braking or evasive ma‐
neuver. There is risk of injuries. Make sure that
the backrest engages into the locking after
folding it back.◀
WARNING
With a rear backrest that is not locked,
the protective function of the middle safety
belt is not guaranteed. There is risk of injuries
or danger to life. If you are using the middle safety belt, lock the wider rear backrest.◀
Folding down the sides CAUTION
Screens in the rear can be damaged
when folding down the rear backrest. There is
risk of property damage. Make sure that the
area of movement is clear prior to folding down
the rear backrest.◀
Reach into the recess and pull forward.
Folding down the middle section
Reach into the recess and pull forward.
Ski and snowboard bag General information
The ski and snowboard bag is contained in a
protective jacket in the trunk.
Follow the installation and operation instruc‐
tions included in the protective jacket.
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Storage compartmentsVehicle 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
Loose objects in the car's interior can be
thrown into the car's interior while driving, e.g.
in the event of an accident or during braking
and evasive maneuvers. There is risk of inju‐
ries. Secure loose objects in the car's inte‐
rior.◀
CAUTION
Anti-slip pads such as anti-slip mats can
damage the dashboard. There is risk of prop‐
erty damage. Do not use anti-slip pads.◀
Storage compartments The following storage compartments are avail‐
able in the vehicle interior:▷Glove compartment on the front passenger
side, refer to page 180.▷Glove compartment on the driver's side,
refer to page 181.▷Compartments in the doors, refer to
page 181.▷Storage compartment on the center con‐
sole, refer to page 181.▷Center armrest, refer to page 181.▷Glasses compartment, refer to page 182.
Glove compartment
Front passenger 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.
The light in the glove compartment switches
on.
The retaining strap in the glove compartment
is used to store small objects.
ClosingFold cover closed.
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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.
Center armrest Front
Overview
Located in the center armrest between the
front seats is a storage compartment and de‐
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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.
Glasses compartment Overview
The compartment for eye glasses is located
between the interior mirror and interior lights.
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Opening
Press button.
Closing Press the cover up until it latches.
Cupholders Information WARNING
Unsuitable containers in the cup holder
and hot beverages can damage the cup holder
and increase the risk of injuries in the event of
an accident. There is risk of injuries or risk of
property damage. Use light-weight, unbreaka‐
ble, and sealable containers. Do not transport
hot beverages. Do not force objects into the
cup holder.◀
Front
Overview
In the center console.
Slide the cover forward.
Two cupholders are located in the center con‐
sole.
Rear
Information CAUTION
With an open cup holder, the center arm‐
rest cannot be folded back up. There is risk of
property damage. Press back the covers be‐
fore the center armrest is folded up.◀
Overview In the center armrest.
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Opening1.Pull the loop and fold down the center arm‐
rest.2.Press button.
Closing
Press both covers inward back against each
other.
Clothes hooks WARNING
Clothing articles on the clothes hooks
can obstruct the view while driving. There is
risk of an accident. When suspending clothing
articles from the hooks, ensure that they will
not obstruct the driver's view.◀
WARNING
Improper use of the clothes hooks can
lead to a danger of objects flying about during
braking and evasive maneuvers. There is risk
of injuries and risk of property damage. Only
hang lightweight objects, e.g. clothing articles,
from the clothes hooks.◀
Two folding clothes hooks are provided in the
rear of the vehicle. Press sideways onto the
edge to fold open.
Storage compartments in thetrunk
Storage space under cargo floor panel
Fold up the cargo floor panel. The storage
space under the cargo floor panel is subdi‐
vided.
Multi-function hook WARNING
Improper use of the multifunction hooks
can lead to a danger of objects flying about
during braking and evasive maneuvers. There
is risk of injuries and risk of property damage.
Only hang lightweight objects, e.g. shopping
bags, from the multifunction hooks. Only
transport heavy luggage in the trunk if it has
been appropriately secured.◀
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