2017 BMW X6 Owners Manual

Compressor1Holder for sealant container2Compressor3Connector/cable for socket4Connection hose5On/off switch6Inflation pressure dial7Reduce inflation pressure
Filling
the
tire
with
sealant
1.Shake the sealant container.2.Pull the connection hose fully out of thecompressor housing. Do not kink the hose.3.Screw the connection hose onto the conjnector of the sealant container.4.Insert the sealant container on the comjpressor housing in an upright position.5.Screw the filling hose of the sealant conjtainer onto the tire valve of the nonworking
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6.With the compressor switched off, insert
the plug into the power socket inside the
vehicle.7.With the ignition turned on or the engine
running, switch on the compressor.
DANGER
If the exhaust pipe is blocked or ventilaj
tion is insufficient, harmful exhaust gases can
enter into the vehicle. The exhaust gases conj tain carbon monoxide, an odorless and colorjless but highly toxic gas. In enclosed areas, exj
haust gases can also accumulate outside of
the vehicle. There is danger to life. Keep the
exhaust pipe free and ensure sufficient ventilaj tion.'

Correcting
the
tire
inflation
pressure1.Stop at a suitable location.2.Screw the connection hose of the comjpressor directly onto the tire valve stem.3.Insert the connector into the power socket
inside the vehicle.4.Correct the tire inflation pressure to
2.5 bar.'yIncrease pressure: with the ignition
turned on or the engine running, switch
on the compressor.'yTo reduce the pressure: press the butj ton on the compressor.
Continuing
the
trip
Do not exceed the maximum permissible
speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor.
Reinitialize the Tire Pressure Monitor.
Replace the nonworking tire and the sealant
container of the Mobility System promptly.
Snow
chains
Fine-link
snow
chains
The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends use of fine-link snow chains. Certain types of
fine-link snow chains have been tested by the
manufacturer of the vehicle and recommended as road-safe and suitable.
Information regarding suitable snow chains is
available from a dealerss service center or anj other qualified service center or repair shop.
Use WARNING
With the mounting of snow chains on unj
suitable tires, the snow chains can come into
contact with vehicle parts. There is a risk of acj
cidents or risk of property damage. Only mount
snow chains on tires that are designated by
their manufacturer as suitable for the use of
snow chains.'

changing from summer to winter tires.. Usingthe jack frequently may cause it to become
jammed or damaged. There is a risk of injury
and risk of damage to property. Only use the
jack to attach an emergency or spare wheel in
the event of a breakdown.'

Preparing
the
vehicle'yChange the wheel as far away as possible
from passing traffic.'yPark the vehicle on solid, non-slip and level ground.'ySwitch on the hazard warning system.'ySet the parking brake.'yEngage a gear or selector lever position P.'yAs soon as permitted by the traffic flow,have all vehicle occupants get out of the
vehicle and ensure that they remain outj side the immediate area in a safe place,
such as behind a guardrail.'yDepending on the equipment version, get tools and the emergency wheel from the
vehicle.'yIf necessary, set up a warning triangle or
portable hazard warning lamp at an approj priate distance.'yDo not place wood blocks or similar itemsunder the vehicle jack; otherwise, it cannot
reach its carrying capacity because of the
restricted height.'ySecure the vehicle additionally against rollj
ing.'yLoosen the lug bolts a half turn.
Jacking
points
for
the
vehicle
jack
The jacking points for the vehicle jack are loj cated at the indicated positions.
Jacking
up
the
vehicle
WARNING
Hands and fingers can be jammed when
using the vehicle jack. There is a risk of injury. Comply with the described hand position anddo not change this position while using the vej
hicle jack.'

4.Take your hand away from the jack as soonas the vehicle jack is under load and conjtinue turning the crank or lever with onehand.5.Make sure that the vehicle jack foot is exjtended vertically.6.Make sure that the vehicle jack foot stands
vertically and perpendicularly beneath the jacking point after extending the vehicle
jack.7.Crank up the vehicle jack until the entire
surface of the jack is in contact with the
ground and the wheel in question is raised
a maximum of 1.2 inches/3 cm off the ground.
Mounting
a
wheel
Mount one emergency wheel only.
1.Unscrew the lug bolts and remove the
wheel.2.Put the new wheel or emergency wheel on and screw in at least two bolts in a crossj
wise pattern until hand-tight.
If non-original light-alloy wheels of the vej hicle manufacturer are mounted, the acjcompanying lug bolts may have to be used
as well.3.Hand-tighten the remaining lug bolts and tighten all bolts well in a crosswise pattern.4.Turn the crank on the vehicle jack counterj
clockwise to retract the jack and lower the vehicle.5.Remove the vehicle jack.
After
the
wheel
change
1.Tighten the lug bolts crosswise. The tightjening torque is 101 lb ft/140 Nm.2.Stow the nonworking wheel in the cargo
area.
The nonworking wheel cannot be stored under the cargo floor panel because of its
size.3.Check tire inflation pressure at the next opj
portunity and correct as needed.4.Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor.
Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor.5.Check to make sure the lug bolts are tight
with a calibrated torque wrench.6.Drive to the nearest dealerss service center
or another qualified service center or repair
shop to have the damaged tire replaced.
emergency
wheel
General
information In the event of a flat tire, the emergency wheel
can be used in place of the wheel with the dej
fective tire. The emergency wheel is only inj tended for temporary use to allow you to getthe defective tire/wheel replaced.
Safety
information WARNING
The emergency wheel has particular dij
mensions. When driving with an emergency
wheel, changed driving properties may occur
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at higher speeds, e.g., reduced lane stability
when braking, longer braking distance and changed self-steering properties in the limitarea. There is a risk of an accident. Drive modjerately and do not exceed a speed of
50 mph/80 km/h.'

Engine
compartmentVehicle
features
and
optionsThis chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., dueto the selected options or country versions.
This also applies to safety-related functions
and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations
must be observed.
Important
features
in
the
engine
compartment
1Washer fluid reservoir2Vehicle identification number3Jump-starting, positive battery terminal4Coolant reservoir5Jump-starting, negative battery terminal6Oil filler neckHood
Safety
information WARNING
Improperly executed work in the engine
compartment can damage vehicle compoj nents and impair vehicle functions. There is a
risk of personal and property damage. Themanufacturer of your vehicle recommends that, in the effort to avoid such risks, work inthe engine compartment be performed by adealerss service center or another qualifiedservice center or repair shop.'