BMW X5 4.8is SAV 2004- User Manual

Contents Operation, maintenance Owner service procedures Special operating instructions: Break-in procedures 136 Driving your X5 137 General driving notes 138 Safe braking 139 Wheels and tires: Tire inflation pressure 140 Tire identification marks 142 Wheel/tire condition 143 Replacing wheels/tires ...

8 n About this Owner's Manual We have made every effort to ensure that you are able to find what you need in this Owner's Manual as quickly as possible. The fastest way to find certain topics is by using the detailed index at the end. If you desire an initial overview of your vehicle, this can be fo...

9 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Status at time of printing BMW pursues a policy of continuous, ongoing development that is conceived to ensure that our vehicles continue to embody the highest quality and safety standards combined with advanced, state-of-the-art technology. In is...

10 n Notes Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and systems may be performed by any automotive repair establishment or individual using any certified auto-motive part. < Symbol on vehicle parts Indicates that you should consult the relevant section of this Owner's M...

13 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Overview Controls and features Operation, maintenance Owner service procedures Index Technical data Overview Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 158 286 - © 04/04 BMW AG

14 n 1 Parking lamps/low beams 102 2 Fog lamps 104 3 > Turn signals 70 > Roadside parking lamps 103 > High beams 103 > Headlamp flasher 70 > Computer 82 4 Washer/wiper system/rain sensor 71 5 Rear window defroster 107 , 112 6 Central locking system 30 7 Hazard warning flashers 8 Horn:...

18 n Instrument cluster X5 4.8is 1 Fuel gauge 77 2 Indicator lamp for turn signals 22 3 Speedometer 4 Indicator and warning lamps 19 to 22 5 Tachometer 76 Engine oil thermometer 6 Coolant temperature gauge 78 7 Indicator and warning lamps 19 to 22 8 Reset button for trip odometer 75 9 Service Interv...

19 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Indicator and warning lamps Technology that monitors itself Indicator and warning lamps that are identified by + are tested for proper functioning whenever the ignition key is turned. They each light up once for dif-ferent periods of time. If a f...

20 n Indicator and warning lamps Transmission temperature * + The transmission is overheated. Reduce speed immediately and stop at a suitable location so that the system can cool down again. Have the system checked immediately. Yellow: stop immediately Flat Tire Monitor + An acoustic signal also sou...

21 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Indicator and warning lamps Red: an important reminder Handbrake * Lights up with handbrake engaged. For additional information, refer to page 66 Handbrake warning lamp * for Canadian models. Please fasten safety belts + Lights up for a few secon...

22 n Indicator and warning lamps DSC Dynamic Stability Control/xDrive + The warning lamp lights up con- tinuously and a warning signal sounds:DSC and HDC or the xDrive all-wheel system has failed.The stabilizing interventions of DSC or the xDrive all-wheel drive system are no longer available. Drive...

23 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Buttons on steering wheel * The buttons integrated in the steering wheel are provided so that you can operate a number of accessories quickly and without being distracted from traffic conditions. You may oper-ate: > Selected audio source funct...

24 n Warning triangle * First-aid kit * Refueling 1. Open the cover on the left in the cargo area: lift the handle on the cover 2. Pull the tab of the retaining strap, refer to arrow, and remove the haz-ard warning triangle from the support bracket 3. To install: slide the hazard warning triangle in...

25 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Refueling When handling fuels always observe any safety guidelines posted at the service station. Never carry spare fuel containers in your vehi-cle. Whether empty or full, these con-tainers can leak, cause an explosion, or lead to fire in the ev...

26 n Fuel specifications The engine uses lead-free gasoline only. Required fuel Premium Unleaded Gasoline, Minimum Octane Rating: 91. Minimum Octane Rating corresponds to the Anti Knock Index AKI and is determined according to the so-called (R+M)/2 method. Do not use leaded gasoline, as otherwise th...

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30 n Keys Central locking system The key set 1 Master keys with remote control. They specify the functions of the Key Memory. When doing so, individual functions of your vehicle can behave differently depending on the key used, refer to page 63 . To distinguish the different keys, the keys with remo...

31 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Opening and closing: from outside Using remote control When you engage/release the vehicle locks, you also activate/deactivate the anti-theft system, arm/disarm the alarm system, and switch the interior lamps on/off. You can have an acknowledgmen...

32 n Opening and closing: from outside If the vehicle is locked, the liftgate is also locked again when closed. Before and after a trip, be sure that the liftgate was not opened unintention-ally. < Panic mode By pressing and holding the button for more than two seconds, you can start the alarm sy...

33 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Opening and closing: from outside Using the door lock One turn of the key in the driver's door lock unlocks the driver's door only. Turning the key a second time unlocks all of the remaining doors, the liftgate/tailgate and the fuel filler door. ...

34 n Opening and closing: from inside You can operate the central locking system with this button when the driver's door is closed. The doors and liftgate are unlocked or locked only. However, the anti-theft system is not activated. Also, the fuel filler door remains unlocked to allow refueling. You...

35 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Liftgate Opening from outside Press the button, refer to arrow: The liftgate opens slightly. The cargo area is illuminated whenever the liftgate is opened, refer also to page 104 . With the liftgate open, the dis-tance from the ground to the uppe...

36 n Liftgate Tailgate Closing You can pull the liftgate down by plac-ing both hands in the handle recesses, refer to arrows. To close the liftgate, merely press it down gently. The closing process will then be carried out automatically. To avoid injuries, be sure that the travel path of the liftgat...

37 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Tailgate Manual release In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can release the tailgate manually: 1. Unfasten the trim panel clip with the vehicle key or with a screwdriver, refer to arrow 1, and remove it toward the top, refer to arrow 2...

38 n Alarm system The concept The vehicle alarm system responds: > When a door, the hood, or the liftgate is opened > To movement in the vehicle interior: interior motion sensor > To variations in the vehicle tilt angle such as occur during attempts to steal the wheels or tow the vehicle &g...

39 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Alarm system Windows > The indicator lamp flashes for 10 seconds after the vehicle is unlocked: an attempted entry has been detected in the period since the system was armed. Following triggering of an alarm, the indicator lamp will flash cont...

40 n Windows After the ignition has been switched off: > You can still operate the windows as long as neither of the front doors has been opened. To open the windows, press the switch beyond the resis-tance point. When leaving the vehicle, always remove the ignition key and close the doors, as ot...

41 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Panorama glass roof * When leaving the vehicle, always remove the ignition key and close the doors, as otherwise children could operate the roof and injure themselves etc. < The panorama glass roof is operational from ignition key position 1. ...

43 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index The ideal sitting position can make a vital contribution to relaxed driving that is as fatigue-free as possible. The sit-ting position also plays an important role together with the safety belts and airbags in providing occupants with maximum lev...

44 n Seats Note before adjusting Never try to adjust your seat while operating the vehicle. The seat could respond with unexpected move-ment, and the ensuing loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident. On the front passenger side as well, do not tilt the backrest too far toward the rear while...

45 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Mechanical seat adjustment Seat adjustment 1 Backward/forward direction Pull the lever and slide the seat to the desired position.After you release the lever, move the seat forward or backward slightly so that it engages fully 2 Height Pull the l...

46 n Power seat adjustment * Seat adjustment 1 Angle 2 Backward/forward adjustment 3 Cushion height 4 Backrest angle Adjust the head restraint manually, refer to page 47 . Comply with the adjustment instructions on page 43 . Failure to do so could result in diminished per-sonal safety. < 530us024...

47 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Power seat adjustment * Head restraints Shoulder support: Move the switch in the direction of the arrow to adjust the tilt angle of the shoulder support. You can use the adjustable upper back-rest for supplementary support in the shoulder region....

48 n Head restraints Power rear-seat backrest adjustment * Removing front head restraint 1. Pull the head restraint upward to the stop 2. Press the button, refer to arrow, and remove the head restraint. Installation – front 1. Press the button, refer to arrow, and insert the head restraint into the ...

49 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Safety belts Put on the safety belt before each trip, as the airbags supplement the safety belts as an additional restraint device, however do not replace them. Locking Make sure you hear the latch plate engage in the belt buckle. Lights up for a...

50 n Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory * You can store and call up three different seat, exterior mirror and steering wheel positions. The illustration shows the buttons on the seat for making these position adjustments. The adjustment of the lumbar sup-port is not stored in the memory. < 53...

52 n Heated seats * Steering wheel Front The seat cushion and backrest can be heated when the ignition key is in posi-tion 2. You can call up different heating modes by repeatedly pressing the button. You can also switch the higher heating modes off directly: Press the button and hold it slightly lo...

54 n Mirrors Adjusting exterior mirrors 1 Mirror switch for 4-way adjustment 2 Left/right selector switch 3 Button * for folding mirrors in and out By pressing button 3 repeatedly, you can fold the mirrors in and out. This is, for example, advantageous in car washes, narrow streets or for bringing a...

55 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Mirrors Interior and exterior mirrors, automatic dimming feature * These mirrors dim steplessly during for-ward driving when struck by light. There are two photocells located in the inte-rior rearview mirror for this purpose. One photocell is in ...

57 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Airbags 1 Front airbag for driver and front pas- senger 2 Side Impact Head Protection System for front and rear 3 Side airbags for front and rear * Protective effect The front airbags supplement the safety belts by helping to provide additional p...

59 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Airbags Transporting children safely Airbag system operational The warning lamp in the instru-ment cluster indicates the oper-ational readiness of the entire airbag system and the safety belt ten-sioners as of ignition key position 1. The warning...

60 n Transporting children safely Exception for front passenger seat Should it become necessary to use a child-restraint system on the front passenger seat, the airbags on the passenger's side must be deactivated. Your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle cen-ter will be happy to advise you on this subject. ...

61 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Transporting children safely Unlocking safety belt Unlock the safety belt, remove the child-restraint device and allow the belt retractor to reel the belt completely in. Child-restraint system with tether strap If you use a child-restraint system...

62 n Transporting children safely Center sitting position:The head restraint must be adjusted into the lowest possible position. Pass the tether strap over the head restraint. Adjust the tether strap according to the child-restraint manufacturer's instruc-tions. 530au002 LATCH child-restraint fixing...

63 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Vehicle Memory, Key Memory How the system functions You have probably frequently wished that you could configure individual functions of your vehicle to reflect your own personal requirements. In engi-neering your vehicle, BMW has included severa...

64 n Ignition lock Starting engine Ignition key positions 0 Steering lock engaged 1 Steering lock disengaged 2 Ignition on 3 Starting the engine Steering lock engaged The key can only be inserted or removed in this position. After removing the key, turn the steer-ing wheel slightly to the left or ri...

66 n Handbrake Manual transmission The handbrake is primarily intended to prevent the vehicle from rolling while parked; it brakes the rear wheels. Engaging The lever engages automatically when you pull it up and the indicator lamp comes on in the instrument cluster in ignition key position 2, refer...

67 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Manual transmission Automatic transmission with Steptronic Reverse Select only when the vehicle is station-ary. Press the gearshift lever to the left to overcome the resistance. As you do this, the backup lamps will turn on automatically when the...

68 n Automatic transmission with Steptronic Range selection An interlock prevents inadvertent gear-shifts into selector-lever positions R and P. To cancel the interlock, press the button on the front of the selector lever knob, refer to arrow. Shiftlock With the vehicle stationary, press the brake p...

70 n Turn signals/headlamp flasher 1 High beams 2 Headlamp flasher 3 Turn signals Signaling briefly Press the lever up to but not beyond the resistance point. It then returns to the center position when released. If the indicator lamp flashes and the relay clicks faster than usual, this indicates th...

73 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Washer/wiper system/rain sensor * Cruise control * Rear window wiper 0 Retracted position of the rear window wiper 1 Rear window wiper in intermittent mode. When reverse gear is engaged, continuous operation is switched on automatically 2 Cleanin...

74 n Cruise control* Deactivating system Press the button repeatedly until the indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out. The cruise control is also deactivated when the ignition key is turned into position 0. The speed stored in the memory is deleted. Maintaining and storing speed or accele...

Maintenance 75 n Overview Controls Repairs Data Index 1 Odometer 2 Trip odometer 3 Outside temperature display Odometer You can activate the displays shown in the illustration with the ignition key in position 0 by pressing the button in the instrument cluster, refer to arrow. The range of available...

Maintenance 79 n Overview Controls Repairs Data Index Check Control Graphic display * The following alerts or status messages are displayed with icons as of ignition key position 2 until the defects are cor-rected: 1 Check low beams 2 Add washer fluid, goes out after approx. 1 minute 3 Door open 4 T...

Maintenance 81 n Overview Controls Repairs Data Index Check Control tive, refer to page 159 or consult a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center > TRANS. FAILSAFE PROG * Please consult the nearest BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center, refer to page 69 > CHECK BRAKE LININGSHave the brake pads inspecte...

82 n Computer Mode selection As of ignition key position 1, you can call up information from the computer using the computer button in the turn signal lever. A new function appears each time you briefly press the computer button. The display sequence: > Outside temperature > Average fuel consu...

83 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index MID Multi-Information Display Central display The MID serves as the central display and operation for the following onboard systems: > Digital clock, e.g. time display, date > Audio systems: radio, cassette, CD > Computer, e.g. fuel cons...

84 n Digital clock in MID To avoid endangering yourself or other road users, only make entries when the vehicle is stationary. < Calling up time or date Press the left side of the button. Display shows: You can have the time displayed in 12 or 24 hours. To change the display: Press the left side ...

85 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Digital clock in MID Reminder signal You can program a reminder signal – memo – to be heard every hour, so that you are sure not to miss a news broad-cast. Press the left side of the button. Press:MEMO OFF appears in the display for entry and cal...

87 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Computer * in MID To avoid endangering yourself or other road users, only make entries when the vehicle is stationary. < Computer calculations begin at the start of the journey.Information can also be called up in the display by the remote con...

88 n Computer * in MID To adopt the current speed as the speed limit: Press the right side of the button. Press. Press twice at right. To deactivate the speed limit: Press the right side of the button. Press. The LIMIT display goes out, but the stored value is not lost and can be reactivated by pres...

89 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Computer * in MID Estimated time of arrival When you have entered the distance to your destination, you can obtain an estimated time of arrival display which is continuously updated by the com-puter as your average driving period varies. Press th...

90 n Computer * in MID Speed You can open a display of the vehicle's average speed. To start the calculation, select the func-tion with the engine running: Press the right side of the button. Press:The display shows the average speed. To recalculate the speed: Press the right side of the button. Ext...

91 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Computer * in MID After three incorrect code entries, or three attempts to start the engine with-out a code entry, the alarm will sound for 30 seconds on vehicles fitted with an alarm system. To deactivate the alarm in an emer-gency: If you have ...

92 n PDC Park Distance Control * The concept PDC provides extra safety and conve-nience during parking maneuvers. Sig-nal tones indicate the current distance to an object behind or in front of your vehicle. To do this, four ultrasonic sen-sors in the front and rear bumpers each measure the distance ...

93 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index PDC Park Distance Control * Antilock Brake System Signal tones The distance from an object is indicated in front with a higher intermittent tone, and at the rear with a lower intermittent tone. As the distance between vehicle and object decreases...

95 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index DSC Dynamic Stability Control xDrive Switching off DSC Press the button; the indicator lamp comes on and stays on. Stabilizing interventions of the chassis control system DSC are no longer avail-able. However, the braking interven-tions that simu...

96 n HDC Hill Descent Control The concept HDC is a system for driving downhill in steep terrain. This system reduces vehi-cle speed on steep downhill gradients, thus allowing you to maintain control of your BMW under these conditions. The vehicle moves at slightly more than walking speed without act...

97 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Self-leveling suspension * 2-axle self-leveling suspension * The warning lamp for the self-leveling suspension comes on, or the message "SELFLEVEL SUSP.INACT" appears in the Check Control: there is a malfunction in the self-leveling suspe...

98 n 2-axle self-leveling suspension * Self-leveling suspension display 1 Off-Road 2 Standard 3 Access The LEDs not only show the current ride height, but also indicate changes: > LED on: indicates the vehicle's cur-rent ride height > Ride-height LED flashes while the LED for the earlier level...

99 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index 2-axle self-leveling suspension * Brake Force Display Lowering Available with ignition key in position 2. From Standard to Access: 1. Press button 2 while traveling at less than approx. 50 mph/80 km/h. The system enters its preselection mode. The...

101 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Flat Tire Monitor Indication of a flat tire The warning lamp lights up yel-low. There is a flat tire or exten-sive inflation pressure loss. 1. Reduce speed and stop the vehicle carefully. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuvers 2. Identify d...

102 n Parking lamps/side marker lamps The front, rear and side vehicle lighting is switched on. You can use the parking lamps for park- ing. For lighting on one side for parking as an additional feature, refer to page 103 . Low beams When the ignition is switched off and the low beams are on, only t...

104 n Front fog lamps Instrument lighting Interior lamps Briefly press the button once again to switch on/off. The parking lamps or low beams must be switched on for the fog lamps to operate. A green indi- cator lamp appears in the instrument cluster to indicate that the front fog lamps are on. If t...

105 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Interior lamps Rear reading lamps * Switched on and off with the button next to each lamp, refer to arrows. Footwell and cargo area lamps The lamps are controlled in the same manner as the front interior lamps. 530us057 Front area lighting * Thi...

106 n 1 Airflow directed toward the windshield and side windows 2 Airflow for the upper body 108 3 Front footwell ventilation 4 Rear footwell ventilation 5 Airflow for upper body in rear seat 108 6 Temperature 107 7 Air distribution 107 8 Air supply 107 9 Rear window defroster 107 10 Air conditionin...

108 n Air conditioner Draft-free ventilation You can adjust the vent outlets for the upper body area to select the optimum airflow rates and directions for your personal comfort: 1 Rotary dials for opening and closing the vent outlets through an infinitely-variable range 2 Levers for adjusting airfl...

109 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index 1 Airflow directed toward the windshield and side windows 2 Airflow for the upper body 113 3 Air to footwell 4 Rear footwell ventilation 5 Airflow for upper body in rear seat 113 6 Automatic air distribution and supply 111 7 Individual air distr...

111 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Automatic climate control * Tips for pleasant driving To use the automatic function, press the AUTO button 6. Select an interior temperature that is comfortable for you. Detailed setting options are described for you in the following section. Yo...

112 n Automatic climate control * Air conditioning The air is cooled and dehumidified and — depending on the temperature setting — warmed again. Depending on the weather, the windshield may fog over briefly when the engine is started. You can reduce condensation forming on the windows by switching o...

113 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Automatic climate control * Residual heat The heat which is stored in the engine is utilized for heating the interior when the engine has been switched off – while waiting at a railroad crossing, for instance. You can adjust the automatic climat...

116 n The concept The integrated universal remote control can replace as many as three hand-held transmitters for various remote-controlled accessories, such as door openers and house alarm systems. The integrated universal remote control rec-ognizes and learns the transmitted sig-nal of each of the...

117 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Integrated universal remote control * Programming 1 Memory buttons 2 Indicator lamp Fixed-code hand-held transmitter 1. Switch on the ignition2. For initial use: press both outer buttons 1 for approx. 20 seconds, maintaining pressure until the i...

118 n Integrated universal remote control * Telephone * 1. Park your vehicle within the range of the remote-controlled device 2. Program the integrated universal remote control as described at the section on fixed-code hand-held transmitters 3. Localize the button on the receiver of the device you w...

119 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Glove compartment Storage compartments Opening Pull the handle. The lamp inside the glove compartment comes on. Closing Fold the cover up. To prevent injury in the event of an accident, close the glove com- partment immediately after use. < 5...

120 n Storage compartments Cup holders Clothes hooks When suspending clothing from the hooks ensure that it will not obstruct the driver's vision. Do not hang heavy objects on the hooks. If you do so, they could cause endanger passen-gers during braking or evasive maneu-vers. < Front Below the sl...

122 n Cigarette lighter, rear Press the lighter in. The lighter can be removed as soon as it retracts. Hold or briefly press the hot ciga-rette lighter by the knob only. Holding or touching it in other areas could result in burns. The cigarette lighter remains opera-tional when the ignition key has ...

123 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Ski bag * The ski bag allows the safe and clean transport of up to 4 pairs of standard skis or up to two snowboards. With the length of the ski bag and the additional space in the cargo area, you can store skis with a length of up to 6.9 ft/2.1 ...

124 n Ski bag * Cargo area Securing load After loading, secure the ski bag and its contents. To do so, tighten the retaining belt at the buckle. Secure the ski bag in this way. If you fail to do so, it could endanger occupants during braking or evasive maneuvers. < Please be sure that the skis ar...

125 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Cargo area Roll-up cover Pull out the roll-up cover and hook it into the brackets at the rear. You can carry light objects such as items of clothing on the roll-up cover. Do not place heavy or hard objects on the roll-up cover. If you do so, the...

127 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Cargo area 7. When the rear backrests are folded down, you can unhook the partition net from the retaining straps, com-pletely unroll it, insert it in the front retainers on the roof and attach the three hooks into the eyes on the backrests.The ...

128 n Cargo area Folding floor cover up Disengage the loop end on the lower side of the floor cover and hook it in with the catch no the upper frame of the liftgate cutout. Before swinging down the floor cover, reengage the loop end in the retainer on the underside of the floor cover. 530de355 Power...

129 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Cargo area When it is extended, you can load the cargo floor: > With up to 990 Ibs./450 kg, distrib-uted evenly across the entire surface > With up to 330 Ibs./150 kg on the rear edge. Do not overload the cargo floor when it is extended. I...

130 n Cargo loading To avoid loading the tires beyond their approved carrying capacity, never overload the vehicle. Overloading can lead to overheating and increases the rate at which damage develops inside the tires. The ultimate result can assume the form of a sudden air loss. < Determining loa...

131 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Cargo loading Load: The permitted load is the total of the weight of occupants and cargo/lug-gage. The greater the weight of occu-pants, the less cargo/luggage can be transported. 530us249 Stowing cargo > Position heavy cargo as far forward a...

132 n Cargo loading Roof-mounted luggage rack * Always position and secure the load as described above. If you do not, it can even endanger the passen-gers during braking or evasive maneu-vers. Do not exceed the permissible gross vehicle weight and the permissible axle loads, refer to page 180 . If ...

137 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Driving your X5 On bad roads When you are driving on bad roads, there are a few points which you should strictly observe — for your own safety, for that of your passengers, and for the safety of the vehicle: Driving on unpaved terrain can cause ...

138 n General driving notes Hot exhaust system Extreme temperatures occur at the catalytic converter on this and every catalyst-equipped vehicle. Do not remove the heat shields installed adja-cent to various sections of the exhaust system, and never apply undercoating to them. When driving, standing...

139 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Safe braking Emergency stops You brake most effectively when you apply maximum pedal pressure in situa-tions requiring it: emergency stops. Since the vehicle maintains steering responsiveness, you can nevertheless avoid possible obstacles with a...

140 n Information for your safety It is not merely the tire's service life, but also driving comfort and – to a great extent – driving safety that depend on the condition of the tires and the main-tenance of the specified tire pressure. Check the tire inflation pressure regularly, including on the s...

142 n Tire identification marks Knowledge of the labeling on the side of the tire makes it easier to identify and choose the right tires. Tire size Speed code letter: Q = up to 105 mph/160 km/hT = up to 118 mph/190 km/hH = up to 131 mph/210 km/hV = up to 150 mph/240 km/hW = up to 167 mph/270 km/h Ti...

143 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Tire identification marks Wheel/tire condition Traction The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on speci-fied gov...

144 n Wheel/tire condition Replacing wheels/tires Tire tread The tread depth should not fall below e in/3 mm. At tread depths below e in/3 mm there is an increased risk of high-speed hydroplaning, even when only small amounts of water are present on the road surface. As winter tires display a notice...

145 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Replacing wheels/tires Snow chains * The right wheels and tires BMW recommends that you use only wheel and tire combinations that BMW has tested and approved for your particular vehicle. Variations in factors such as manufacturing toler-ances me...

146 n Hood Unlocking Pull the lever located under the left side of the instrument cluster. Never attempt to perform any ser-vice or repair operations on your vehicle without the required profes-sional technical training. If you are not familiar with the regulations to be observed, only have work on ...

147 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index 1 Engine oil dipstick 148 2 Brake fluid reservoir, located beneath the microfilter cover 151 3 Auxiliary terminal for jump- starting 171 4 Coolant expansion tank 150 5 Engine oil filler neck 148 6 Reservoir for windshield and headlamp washer sys...

148 n Washer fluid Engine oil Windshield and headlamp washer system Approximate capacity is 8.2 quarts/7.8 liters. Fill with water and — if required — with the addition of a washer antifreeze, according to manufacturer's recom-mendations. We recommend that you mix the washer fluid before adding it t...

149 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Engine oil Adding engine oil Wait until the level has dropped to just above the lower mark before adding oil. Continuous exposure to used oil has caused cancer in laboratory testing. For this reason, any skin areas that come into contact with oi...

150 n Coolant Do not add coolant to the cooling system when the engine is hot. Escaping coolant can cause burns. < Coolant consists of water and coolant additive. Not all commercially available additives are suitable for your BMW. Ask your BMW Sport Activity Vehicle center for suitable additives....

151 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Brake fluid Brake fluid level If the warning lamp lights up or the message "CHECK BRAKE FLUID" appears in the Check Control: stop immedi-ately. The brake fluid in the res-ervoir has fallen to below the minimum level. Add brake fluid The ...

152 n The BMW Maintenance System is designed in such a way that it reliably ensures the road safety and operating reliability of the vehicle, keeping the cost for you as low as possible. Please keep in mind that regular main-tenance is not only necessary for the safety of your vehicle, but also play...

153 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Proposition 65 Warning California laws require us to state the following warning: Engine exhaust and a wide variety of automobile components and parts, including components found in the interior furnishings in a vehicle, con-tain or emit chemica...

154 n OBD interface socket An illuminated indicator lamp informs you of the need for ser-vice, not of the need to stop the vehicle. However, the systems should be checked by your BMW Sports Activ-ity Vehicle center at the earliest possi-ble opportunity. Display of the previously described malfunctio...

157 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Overview Controls and features Operation, maintenance Owner service procedures Index Technical data Repairs Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 158 286 - © 04/04 BMW AG

158 n Under the cargo floor cover in a pocket. 530us106 Front 1. Move the wiper to a fold-out posi- tion, refer to page 71 2. Lift the wiper arm and press the securing spring, refer to arrow 3. Pull the wiper blade off toward the wiper arm 4. Insert the new blade and snap it into place. Fold the wip...

159 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Lamps and bulbs The lamps and bulbs make essential contributions to the safety of your vehi-cle. For this reason, follow the instruc-tions below carefully when replacing a bulb. If you are not familiar with any of the procedures, consult your BM...

160 n Lamps and bulbs 2 Halogen high beams H1 bulb, 55 watts The bulb is pressurized. There-fore, wear safety glasses and pro- tective gloves. Failure to comply with this precaution could lead to injury if the bulb is accidentally damaged during replacement. < 1. Remove the cover2. Disconnect the...

161 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Lamps and bulbs Front fog lamps H11 bulb, 55 watts The bulb is pressurized. There-fore, wear safety glasses and pro- tective gloves. Failure to comply with this precaution could lead to injury if the bulb is accidentally damaged during replaceme...

162 n Lamps and bulbs Lamps in the side panel: 1. Open the cover in the side panel 2. Lift the side panel if necessary 3. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb holder while turning it to the left for removal and replacement 4. Remove the bulb. 530de305 Lamps in the tailgate: 1. Unclip the trim panel in ...

163 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Lamps and bulbs Changing a tire Light-emitting diodes LEDs Light-emitting diodes installed behind translucent lenses serve as the light source for many of the controls and dis-plays in your vehicle. The concept behind their operation is related ...

164 n Changing a tire What you will need In order to avoid rattling noises later, note the position of the tools when you remove them and return them to their original position when you are through using them. > Two wedges – wheel chocks Open the liftgate and tailgate. Raise floor panel flap or p...

165 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Changing a wheel > JackUnhook the rubber band, refer to arrow, and take out the jack.When you have completed work, screw the jack all the way back down, remove the handle and insert it into its holder. 530de404 Spare wheel 1. Loosen the wing ...

167 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Changing a wheel 6. Insert the support rod in the tailgate lock and press down until it engages, refer to arrow 1; then lock hook of rod in striker, refer to arrow 2 Be sure that the support rod is locked firmly in place. If you fail to do so, t...

168 n Changing a wheel Battery 10. Screw in the remaining lug bolts. Tighten all the bolts securely in a diagonal pattern 11. Lower the jack and remove it from beneath the vehicle 12. Tighten the lug bolts in a diagonal pattern 13. Check and correct the tire inflation pressure at the earliest opport...

169 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Battery Fuses Power failure Following a temporary power failure, e.g. in the case of a flat battery, some equipment is subject to restricted use and must be reinitialized. Individual set-tings are also lost and must be updated again: > Seat, ...

170 n The Roadside Assistance of the BMW Group offers you assistance in the event of a breakdown around the clock, also at weekends and on public holi-days. The phone numbers of the Roadside Assistance control center in your home country can be found in the BMW Dealer Directory. In the case of vehic...

172 n Jump-starting Your BMW is equipped with a special nut on the left side panel as a body ground or negative terminal, refer to arrow in illustration. 4. Attach one end of the negative/– jumper cable to the negative terminal of the battery or to an engine or body ground of the vehicle providing a...

173 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Towing and tow-starting vehicle Using tow fitting The screw-in tow fitting is stored beneath the cargo floor cover. Carry it with you at all times. It can be screwed in at the front or rear of the vehicle. To prevent damage to the tow fit-ting a...

174 n Towing and tow-starting vehicle Do not exceed a towing speed of 30 mph/50 km/h and a towing dis- tance of 95 miles/150 km, as otherwise the drive train may be damaged. < Vehicles with manual transmission:Gearshift lever in idle position. Vehicles with automatic transmission:Selector lever i...

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179 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Dimensions 530de210 530de368 All dimensions are given in inches/mm. Height: with level control system: 67.2/1,707; without level control sys- tem: 67.5/1,715. Height with roof-mounted luggage rack: with level control system: 68.5/1,740; without ...

180 n Weights X5 3.0i X5 4.4i X5 4.8is Curb weightwith manual transmission with automatic transmission Ibs./kgIbs./kg 4,652/2,110 4,696/2,130 –4,927/2,235 –5,016/2275 Approved gross vehicle weight with manual transmission with automatic transmission Ibs./kgIbs./kg 6,008/2,725 6,008/2,725 – 6,008/2,7...

181 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Capacities Notes Fuel tank of that reserve X5 3.0iX5 4.4i, 4.8is gal./liters gal./litersgal./liters approx. 24.6/approx. 93 approx. 2.0/approx. 8approx. 2.5/approx. 10 Fuel specification: page 26 Windshield washer system with headlamp washer sys...

183 n Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index Overview Controls and features Operation, maintenance Owner service procedures Index Technical data Stichworte Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 158 286 - © 04/04 BMW AG

Everything from A to Z A Ability to climb, refer to Driving on bad roads 137 ABS Antilock Brake System 93 Accessories 9 refer to Your individual vehicle 8 Accident, refer to Emergency call 170 Roadside Assistance 170 Activated-charcoal filter 114 Adaptive Head Light 103 Adjusting cooling capacity of...