2016 BMW X6M coolant

ContentsThe fastest way to find information on a partic‐
ular topic or item is by using the index, refer to
page 244.6Information
At a glance
14Cockpit18iDrive26Voice activation system29Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle
Controls
34Opening and closing53Adjusting64Transporting children safely69Driving86Displays104Lights109Safety132Driving stability control systems140Driving comfort155Climate control162Interior equipment173Storage compartments
Driving tips
182BMW X5 M and BMW X6 M Technology184Things to remember when driving188Loading192Saving fuelMobility196Refueling198Fuel200Wheels and tires210Engine compartment213Engine oil216Coolant218Maintenance220Replacing components228Breakdown assistance233Care
Reference
240Technical data243Appendix244Everything from A to Z
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Fuel gaugeVehicle tilt position may cause
the display to vary.
Depending on the equipment
version, the arrow beside the
fuel pump symbol shows which
side of the vehicle the fuel filler flap is on.
Hints on refueling, refer to page 196.
Tachometer Always avoid engine speeds in
the red warning field. In this
range, the fuel supply is inter‐
rupted to protect the engine.
Engine oil temperature▷Cold engine: the pointer is at
the low temperature end.
Drive at moderate engine
and vehicle speeds.▷Normal operating tempera‐
ture: the pointer is in the
middle or in the left half of
the temperature display.▷Hot engine: the pointer is at the high end of
the temperature range. A Check Control
message is also displayed.
Coolant temperature
If the coolant along with the engine becomes
too hot, a Check Control message is displayed.
Odometer and trip odometer
Display▷Odometer, arrow 1.▷Trip odometer, arrow 2.
Show/reset kilometers Press the knob.
▷When the ignition is
switched off, the time, the
external temperature and
the odometer are displayed.▷When the ignition is switched on, the trip
odometer is reset.
External temperature
If the indicator drops to
+37 ℉/+3 ℃ or lower, a signal
sounds.
A Check Control message is displayed.
There is an increased risk of ice on roads.
WARNING
Even at temperatures above +37 ℉/+3 ℃
there can be a danger of icy roads, e.g. on
bridges or shady sections of road. There is risk
of an accident. Adjust your driving style to the
weather conditions at low temperatures.◀
Time The time is displayed at the bot‐
tom of the instrument cluster.
Setting the time and time for‐
mat, refer to page 99.
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▷Adjust the speed to the road surface con‐
ditions. The steeper and more uneven the
road surface, the slower the speed should
be.▷When driving on steep uphill or downhill
grades: add engine oil and coolant up to
near the MAX mark. Uphill and downhill
grades can be traveled up to no more than
50 %.▷On steep downhill grades, use Hill Descent
Control HDC, refer to page 136.
Starting out is possible on uphill grades up
to 32 %. The permissible side tilt is 50 %.▷Avoid that the chassis bottom coming in
contact with the ground.
The ground clearance is no more than 7.8
inches/20 cm and can vary according to
the vehicle's load.▷When wheels continue to spin, depress the
accelerator so that driving stability control
systems can distribute the driving force to
the wheels. Activate DTC Dynamic Trac‐
tion Control if available.
After a trip on poor roads
After a trip on poor roads, check wheels and
tires for damage to maintain driving safety.
Clear heavy soiling from the body.
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Engine compartmentVehicle 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 tothe 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.
Important features in the engine comp.
1Washer fluid reservoir2Vehicle identification number3Coolant reservoir for charge air cooling4Jump-starting, positive battery terminal5Coolant reservoir for engine cooling6Jump-starting, negative battery terminal7Oil filler neckSeite 210MobilityEngine compartment210
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Different messages appear on the display de‐
pending on the engine oil level. Pay attention
to these messages.
If the engine oil level is too low, within the next
125 miles/200 km Add engine oil, refer to
page 214.
Detailed measurement
The concept In the detailed measurement the engine oil
level is checked and displayed via a scale.
If the engine oil level reaches the minimum
level, a check control message is displayed.
During the measurement, the idle speed is in‐
creased somewhat.
Requirements▷Vehicle is on level road.▷Selector lever in selector lever position N
and accelerator pedal not depressed.▷Engine is running and is at operating tem‐
perature.
Performing a detailed measurement
In order to perform a detailed measurement of
the engine oil level:
1."Vehicle info"2."Vehicle status"3. "Measure engine oil level"4."Start measurement"
The engine oil level is checked and displayed
via a scale.
Time: approx. 1 minute.
Adding engine oil
Information CAUTION
A too low engine oil level causes engine
damage. There is risk of property damage.
Add engine oil within the next
125 miles/200 km.◀
CAUTION
Too much engine oil can damage the en‐
gine or the catalytic converter. There is risk of
property damage. Do not add too much engine
oil. Have too much engine oil siphoned off by a
dealer’s service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.◀
WARNING
Operating materials, e.g. oils, greases,
coolants, fuels, can contain harmful ingredi‐
ents. There is risk of injuries or danger to life.
Observe the instructions on the containers.
Avoid the contact of articles of clothing, skin or
eyes with operating materials. Do not refill op‐
erating materials into different bottles. Store
operating materials out of reach of children.◀
General information
Only add engine oil when the message is dis‐
played in the instrument cluster. The quantity
to be added is indicated in the message dis‐
played in the instrument cluster.
Switch off the ignition and safely park the vehi‐
cle before engine oil is added.
Overview
The oil filler neck is located in the engine com‐
partment, refer to page 210.
Opening the oil filler neck1.Opening the hood, refer to page 211Seite 214MobilityEngine oil214
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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.
General information The vehicle has two coolant reservoirs that are
located in the engine compartment.
To ensure the operational reliability of the vehi‐
cle, always check the coolant level of both
coolant reservoirs.
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
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
in the filler neck.Seite 216MobilityCoolant216
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Adding1.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.If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up
to the specified level; do not overfill.4.Close cap.5.Have the cause of the coolant loss elimi‐
nated as soon as possible.
Disposal
Comply with the relevant environmen‐
tal protection regulations when dispos‐
ing of coolant and coolant additives.
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Controller 19
Control systems, driving sta‐ bility 132
Convenient opening with the remote control 38
Coolant 216
Coolant temperature 91
Cooler 167
Cooling function 156
Cooling, maximum 156
Cooling system 216
Cornering light 106
Corrosion on brake discs 186
Cosmetic mirror 164
Courtesy lamps during un‐ locking 37
Courtesy lamps with the vehi‐ cle locked 38
Cruise control 140
Cruising range 92
Cupholder 176
Current fuel consumption 93
D
Damage, tires 204
Damping control 137
Data, technical 240
Date 92
Daytime running lights 106
Defrosting, see Windows, de‐ frosting 158
Dehumidifying, air 156
Deleting personal data 24
Deletion of personal data 24
Departure time, parked-car ventilation 161
Destination distance 98
Digital clock 91
Digital speed 92
Digital tachometer 92
Dimensions 240
Dimmable exterior mirrors 62
Dimmable interior rearview mirror 62 Direction indicator, see Turn
signals 76
Display EfficientDynamics 93
Display, electronic, instru‐ ment cluster 86
Display in windshield 101
Display lighting, see Instru‐ ment lighting 108
Displays, cleaning 236
Disposal, coolant 217
Disposal, vehicle battery 226
Distance control, see PDC 142
Distance to destination 98
Divided screen view, split screen 23
Door lock 39
Door lock, see Remote con‐ trol 34
Doors, Automatic Soft Clos‐ ing 40
Downhill control 136
DPC, see Dynamic Perform‐ ance Control 132
Drivelogic 83
Drive mode 81
Drive-off assistant 132
Drive-off assistant, see DSC 134
Driving Dynamics Control 85
Driving instructions, break- in 184
Driving notes, general 184
Driving on bad roads 186
Driving on racetracks 182
Driving program, refer to Drivelogic 83
Driving stability control sys‐ tems 132
Driving tips 184
DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol 134
Dynamic driving systems 93
Dynamic driving, system states 93 Dynamic Performance Con‐
trol DPC 132
Dynamic Stability Control DSC 134
E EfficientDynamics 93
Electronic displays, instru‐ ment cluster 86
Electronic oil measure‐ ment 213
Electronic Stability Program ESP, see DSC 134
Emergency detection, remote control 35
Emergency release, fuel filler flap 196
Emergency release, parking brake 75
Emergency Request 228
Emergency start function, en‐ gine start 35
Emergency unlocking, trans‐ mission lock 84
Emergency wheel 224
Energy Control 93
Energy recovery 93
Engine, automatic Start/Stop function 71
Engine, automatic switch- off 71
Engine compartment 210
Engine compartment, work‐ ing in 211
Engine coolant 216
Engine oil 213
Engine oil, adding 214
Engine oil additives 215
Engine oil change 215
Engine oil filler neck 214
Engine oil temperature 91
Engine oil types, alterna‐ tive 215
Engine oil types, suitable 215 Seite 246ReferenceEverything from A to Z246
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