2020 BMW X6 Owners Manual

ger
of
accidents
and
property
damage.
If
possijble,
avoid
driving
over
objects
or
road
condij
tions
that
may
damage
tires,
or
drive
over
them
slowly
and
carefully.
Changing
wheels
and
tires
Mounting
and
wheel
balancing Have
mounting
and
wheel
balancing
carried
out
by
a
dealerss
service
center
or
another
qualified
service
center
or
repair
shop.
Wheel
and
tire
combination
General
information You
can
ask
the
dealer's
service
center
or
anj
other
qualified
service
center
or
repair
shop
about
the
correct
wheel/tire
combination
and wheel
rim
versions
for
the
vehicle.
Safety
information
Warning
Wheels
and
tires
which
are
not
suitable
for
your vehicle
can
damage
parts
of
the
vehicle,
for
inj
stance
due
to
contact
with
the
body
due
to
tolj
erances
despite
the
same
official
size
rating.
There
is
a
risk
of
an
accident.
The
manufacj
turer
of
your
vehicle
strongly
suggests
that
you
use
wheels
and
tires
that
have
been
recomj
mended
by
the
vehicle
manufacturer
for
your
vehicle
type.
Warning
Mounted
steel
wheels
can
cause
technical
problems,
for
instance
independent
loosening
of
the
lug
bolts,
damage
to
the
brake
discs.
There
is
a
risk
of
accident.
Do
not
mount
steel
wheels.
Warning
Incorrect
wheel/tire
combinations
will
have
a
negative
impact
on
the
vehicle's
handling
and
on
the
function
of
a
variety
of
systems,
such
as
the
Anti-lock
Brake
System
or
Dynamic
Stabilj ity
Control.
There
is
a
risk
of
accident.
To
mainjtain
good
handling
and
vehicle
response,
useonly
tires
with
a
single
tread
configuration
froma
single
manufacturer.
The
manufacturer
of
the
vehicle
recommends
that
you
use
wheels
and
tires
that
have
been
recommended
by
the
vehij
cle
manufacturer
for
your
vehicle
type.
Followj ing
tire
damage,
have
the
original
wheel/tire
combination
remounted
on
the
vehicle
as
soon as
possible.
Warning
Unsuitable
wheel
studs,
such
as
single-section wheel
studs,
may
loosen
or
come
off.
The wheel
may
come
loose
during
driving.
There
isa
risk
of
accident.
Use
only
two-section
wheelstuds
that
have
been
categorized
as
suitable
for
the
respective
wheel
type
by
the
manufacj
turer
of
the
vehicle.
Recommended
tire
brands
For
each
tire
size,
the
manufacturer
of
the
vehij cle
recommends
certain
tire
brands.
The
tire
brands
can
be
identified
by
a
star
on
the
tire
sidewall.
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New
tiresTire
traction
is
not
optimal
due
to
manufacturing
circumstances
when
tires
are
brand-new;
they achieve
their
full
traction
potential
after
a
break-intime.
Drive
conservatively
for
the
first
200
miles/300
km.
Retreaded
tires
Warning
Retreaded
tires
can
have
different
tire
casing structures.
With
advanced
age
the
service
life
can
be
limited.
There
is
a
risk
of
an
accident.
The
manufacturer
of
your
vehicle
does
not
recj
ommend
the
use
of
retreaded
tires.
The
manufacturer
of
the
vehicle
does
not
recj
ommend
the
use
of
retreaded
tires.
Winter
tires General
information
Winter
tires
are
recommended
for
operating
on winter
roads.
Although
so-called
all-season
M+S
tires
provide
better
winter
traction
than
summer
tires,
they
usually
do
not
provide
the
same
level
of
performj
ance
as
winter
tires.
Maximum
speed
of
winter
tires
If
the
maximum
speed
of
the
vehicle
is
higher
than
the
permissible
speed
for
the
winter
tires,
then
attach
a
label
showing
the
permissible
maxij mum
speed
in
the
field
of
view.
The
label
is
availjable
from
a
dealer's
service
center
or
anotherqualified
service
center
or
repair
shop.
With
winter
tires
mounted,
observe
and
do
not
exceed
the
permissible
maximum
speed.
Changing
runflat
tires
For
your
own
safety,
use
only
runflat
tires.
No
spare
tire
is
available
in
the
case
of
a
flat
tire.
Furj
ther
information
is
available
from
a
dealer's
servj
ice
center
or
another
qualified
service
center
or
repair
shop.
Rotating
wheels
between
axles
Warning
Rotating
tires
between
the
axles
on
vehicles with
different
tire
sizes
or
rim
sizes
on
the
front
and
rear
axles
can
cause
damage
to
the
tires
and
the
vehicle.
There
is
a
risk
of
accident.
Do
not
rotate
the
tires
between
the
axles
on
vehij
cles
with
different
tire
sizes
or
rim
sizes
on
the
front
and
rear
axles.
Different
wear
patterns
can
occur
on
the
front
and
rear
axles
depending
on
individual
driving
conditions.
The
tires
can
be
rotated
in
pairs
bej
tween
the
axles
to
achieve
even
wear.
Further
inj
formation
is
available
from
a
dealer's
service
cenj
ter
or
another
qualified
service
center
or
repair
shop.
After
rotating,
check
the
tire
pressure
and
correct,
if
needed.
Storing
tires
Tire
inflation
pressure Do
not
exceed
the
maximum
tire
inflation
presj
sure
indicated
on
the
side
wall
of
the
tire.
Storage
Store
wheels
and
tires
in
a
cool,
dry
and
dark
place.
Always
protect
tires
against
all
contact
with
oil, grease,
and
solvents.
Do
not
leave
tires
in
plastic
bags.
Remove
dirt
from
wheels
or
tires.
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Run-flat
tires
Concept
Run-flat
tires
permit
continued
driving
under
rej
stricted
conditions
even
in
the
event
of
a
comj
plete
loss
of
tire
inflation
pressure.
General
information The
wheels
consist
of
tires
that
are
self-supportj
ing,
to
a
limited
degree,
and
possibly
special
rims.
The
support
of
the
sidewall
allows
the
tire
to
rej
main
drivable
to
a
restricted
degree
in
the
event
of
a
tire
inflation
pressure
loss.
Follow
the
instructions
for
continued
driving
with
a
flat
tire.
Safety
information
Warning
Your
vehicle
handles
differently
with
a
run-flat tire
with
no
or
low
inflation
pressure;
for
inj stance,
your
lane
stability
when
braking
is
rej
duced,
braking
distances
are
longer
and
the self-steering
properties
will
change.
There
is
a
risk
of
accident.
Drive
moderately
and
do
not
exceed
a
speed
of
50
mph/80
km/h.
Warning
Heavy
trailers
can
start
swinging
when
continuj
ing
to
drive
with
a
flat
tire.
There
may
be
a
risk
of
accident
or
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Do
not
exceed
a
speed
of
35
mph/60
km/h
when
driving
with
a
trailer
and
a
flat
tire.
Immediately brake
in
the
case
of
swinging.
Apply
necessary
steering
corrections
as
carefully
as
possible.
Label
The
tires
are
marked
on
the
tire
sidewall
with
RSC
Run-flat
System
Component.
Repairing
a
flat
tire
Safety
measures
'xPark
the
vehicle
as
far
away
as
possible
from
passing
traffic
and
on
solid
ground.'xSwitch
on
the
hazard
warning
system.'xSecure
the
vehicle
against
rolling
away
by
setting
the
parking
brake.'xTurn
the
steering
wheel
until
the
front
wheels are
in
the
straight-ahead
position
and
engage
the
steering
wheel
lock.'xHave
all
vehicle
occupants
get
out
of
the
vej
hicle
and
ensure
that
they
remain
outside
the immediate
area
in
a
safe
place,
such
as
bej
hind
a
guardrail.'xIf
necessary,
set
up
a
warning
triangle
at
an
appropriate
distance.
Mobility
System
Concept
With
the
Mobility
System,
minor
tire
damage
can be
sealed
temporarily
to
enable
continued
travel.To
accomplish
this,
sealant
is
pumped
into
thetires,
which
seals
the
damage
from
the
inside.
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General
information'xFollow
the
instructions
on
using
the
Mobility
System
found
on
the
compressor
and
sealant container.'xUse
of
the
Mobility
System
may
be
ineffecj
tive
if
the
tire
puncture
measures
approx.
1/8
inches/4
mm
or
more.'xContact
a
dealer's
service
center
or
another qualified
service
center
or
repair
shop
if
thetire
cannot
be
made
drivable.'xDo
not
remove
foreign
bodies
that
have
pejnetrated
the
tire.
Only
remove
foreign
objects
if
they
are
visibly
protruding
from
the
tire.'xPull
the
speed
limit
sticker
off
the
sealant
container
and
apply
it
to
the
steering
wheel.'xThe
use
of
a
sealant
can
damage
the
TPM wheel
electronics.
In
this
case,
have
the
elecj
tronics
checked
and
replaced
at
the
next
opj portunity.'xThe
compressor
can
be
used
to
check
the
tire
inflation
pressure.
Overview
Storage
The
Mobility
System
is
in
the
left
storage
comj
partment
of
the
cargo
area.
Sealant
container'xSealant
container,
arrow
1.'xFilling
hose,
arrow
2.
Observe
use-by
date
on
the
sealant
container.
Compressor
1Sealant
container
unlocking2Sealant
container
holder3Tire
pressure
gage4Reduce
tire
inflation
pressure
button5On/off
switch6Compressor7Connector/cable
for
socket8Connection
hose
Safety
measures
'xPark
the
vehicle
as
far
away
as
possible
from
passing
traffic
and
on
solid
ground.'xSwitch
on
the
hazard
warning
system.'xSecure
the
vehicle
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'xTurn
the
steering
wheel
until
the
front
wheelsare
in
the
straight-ahead
position
and
engage
the
steering
wheel
lock.'xHave
all
vehicle
occupants
get
out
of
the
vej
hicle
and
ensure
that
they
remain
outside
the immediate
area
in
a
safe
place,
such
as
bej
hind
a
guardrail.'xIf
necessary,
set
up
a
warning
triangle
at
an
appropriate
distance.
Filling
the
tire
with
sealant
Safety
information
DANGER
If
the
exhaust
pipe
is
blocked
or
ventilation
is
inj
sufficient,
harmful
exhaust
gases
can
enter
into the
vehicle.
The
exhaust
gases
contain
pollujtants
which
are
colorless
and
odorless.
In
enj
closed
areas,
exhaust
gases
can
also
accumuj
late
outside
of
the
vehicle.
There
is
danger
to
life.
Keep
the
exhaust
pipe
free
and
ensure
sufj
ficient
ventilation.
NOTICE
The
compressor
can
overheat
during
extended operation.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
propj
erty.
Do
not
run
the
compressor
for
more
than
10
minutes.
Filling
1.Shake
the
sealant
container.2.Pull
filling
hose
completely
out
of
the
cover
of the
sealant
container.
Do
not
kink
the
hose.3.Slide
the
sealant
container
into
the
holder
on
the
compressor
housing,
ensuring
that
it
enj
gages
audibly.4.Screw
the
filling
hose
of
the
sealant
container onto
the
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5.With
the
compressor
switched
off,
insert
the
plug
into
the
power
socket
inside
the
vehicle.6.With
standby
state
switched
on
or
the
engine running,
switch
on
the
compressor.
Let
the
compressor
run
for
max.
10
minutes
to
fill
the
tire
with
sealant
and
achieve
a
tire
inflation pressure
of
approx.
2.0
bar.
While
the
tire
is
being
filled
with
sealant,
the
tire
inflation
pressure
may
sporadically
reach
approx.
5
bar.
Do
not
switch
off
the
compressor
at
this point.
Checking
and
adjusting
the
tire
inflation
pressure
Checking
1.Switch
off
the
compressor.2.Read
the
tire
inflation
pressure
on
the
tirepressure
gage.
To
continue
the
trip,
a
tire
inflation
pressure
of
atleast
2
bar
must
be
reached.
Removing
and
stowing
the
sealant
container1.Unscrew
the
filling
hose
of
the
sealant
conj tainer
from
the
tire
valve.2.Press
the
red
unlocking
device.3.Remove
the
sealant
container
from
the
comjpressor.4.Wrap
and
store
the
sealant
container
in
suitaj
ble
material
to
avoid
dirtying
the
cargo
area.
Minimum
tire
inflation
pressure
is
not
reached
1.Pull
the
connector
out
of
the
power
socket inside
the
vehicle.2.Drive
33
ft/10
m
forward
and
back
to
distribjute
the
sealant
in
the
tire.3.Screw
the
connection
hose
of
the
compresj
sor
directly
onto
the
tire
valve
stem.4.Insert
the
connector
into
the
power
socket
inj
side
the
vehicle.5.With
standby
state
switched
on
or
the
engine running,
switch
on
the
compressor.
If
a
tire
inflation
pressure
of
at
least
2
bar
canj
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center
or
another
qualified
service
center
or
repair
shop.
If
a
tire
inflation
pressure
of
at
least
2
bar
is
reached,
see
Minimum
tire
inflation
pressure
is
reached.6.Unscrew
the
connection
hose
of
the
comj pressor
from
the
tire
valve.7.Pull
the
connector
out
of
the
power
socketinside
the
vehicle.8.Stow
the
Mobility
System
in
the
vehicle.
Minimum
tire
inflation
pressure
is
reached
1.Unscrew
the
connection
hose
of
the
comj pressor
from
the
tire
valve.2.Pull
the
connector
out
of
the
power
socketinside
the
vehicle.3.Stow
the
Mobility
System
in
the
vehicle.4.Immediately
drive
approx.
5
miles/10
km
toensure
that
the
sealant
is
evenly
distributed
in
the
tire.
Do
not
exceed
a
speed
of
50
mph/80
km/h. If
possible,
do
not
drive
at
speeds
less
than 12
mph/20
km/h.
Adjustment
1.Stop
at
a
suitable
location.2.Screw
the
connection
hose
of
the
compresj
sor
directly
onto
the
tire
valve
stem.3.Insert
the
connector
into
the
power
socket
inj
side
the
vehicle.4.Correct
the
tire
inflation
pressure
to
at
least
2.0
bar:'xIncrease
tire
inflation
pressure:
with
standby
state
switched
on
or
the
engine running,
switch
on
the
compressor.'xReduce
tire
inflation
pressure:
press
the
button
on
the
compressor.5.Unscrew
the
connection
hose
of
the
comj pressor
from
the
tire
valve.6.Pull
the
connector
out
of
the
power
socketinside
the
vehicle.7.Stow
the
Mobility
System
in
the
vehicle.
Continuing
the
trip
Do
not
exceed
the
maximum
permissible
speedof
50
mph/80
km/h.
Reinitialize
the
run-flat
tires,
refer
to
page
352.
Reset
the
Tire
Pressure
Monitor
TPM,
refer
to
page
345.
Replace
the
nonworking
tire
and
the
sealant
conj tainer
of
the
Mobility
System
promptly.
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Snow
chains
Safety
information
Warning
With
the
mounting
of
snow
chains
on
unsuitaj ble
tires,
the
snow
chains
can
come
into
conj
tact
with
vehicle
parts.
There
may
be
a
risk
of
accident
or
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Only
mount
snow
chains
on
tires
that
are
designated
by
their
manufacturer
as
suitable
for
the
use
of
snow
chains.
Warning
Insufficiently
tight
snow
chains
may
damage
tires
and
vehicle
components.
There
may
be
a
risk
of
accident
or
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Make
sure
that
the
snow
chains
are
always
sufj ficiently
tight.
Re-tighten
as
needed
according
to
the
snow
chain
manufacturer's
instructions.
Fine-link
snow
chains
The
manufacturer
of
the
vehicle
recommends
the
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 Use
only
in
pairs
on
the
rear
wheels,
equipped
with
the
tires
of
the
following
size:
'x265/50
R19.'x275/45
R20.
Follow
the
snow
chain
manufacturer's
instrucj tions.
Do
not
initialize
the
Flat
Tire
Monitor
after
mounting
snow
chains,
as
doing
so
may
result
in incorrect
readings.
Do
not
reset
the
Tire
Pressure
Monitor
TPM
afj ter
mounting
snow
chains,
as
doing
so
may
rejsult
in
incorrect
readings.
When
driving
with
snow
chains,
briefly
activate
Dynamic
Traction
Control
DTC
to
optimize
the
forward
momentum.
Maximum
speed
with
snow
chains
Do
not
exceed
a
speed
of
30
mph/50
km/h
when
using
snow
chains.
Rear
axle
steering
during
operation
with
snow
chains
General
information
In
order
to
guarantee
free
running
of
the
wheels
when
operating
with
snow
chains,
rear
axle
steering
of
the
integral
active
steering
must
be
switched
off
when
snow
chains
are
mounted.
Safety
information
Warning
When
rear
axle
steering
is
switched
on
and
snow
chains
are
mounted,
there
can
be
contact
between
snow
chains
and
the
chassis.
There may
be
a
risk
of
accident
or
risk
of
damage
toproperty.
With
mounted
snow
chains,
switch
offthe
rear
axle
steering.
Switching
off
rear
axle
steering
The
rear
axle
steering
is
switched
off
by
specifyj
ing
that
snow
chains
are
installed.
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