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pension tuning, refer to page 99.
▷ Light settings:
▷ Triple turn signal activation, refer to
page 66.
▷ Welcome lamps, refer to page 81. ▷ Headlamp courtesy delay feature, refer
to page 81.
▷ Daytime running lights, refer to
page 82.
▷ High-beam Assistant*, refer to
page 83.
▷ Automatic climate control with 2-zone con‐
trol: settings, refer to page 120.
▷ Navigation:
▷ Voice activation, refer to page 163. ▷ Route criteria, refer to page 161. ▷ Map view settings, refer to page 164.
▷ Entertainment:
▷ Tone control, refer to page 172. ▷ Radio, stored stations, refer to
page 180.
▷ CD/multimedia, audio source listened to
last, refer to page 181.
▷ Telephone: volume, refer to page 220.
Central locking system The concept The central locking system becomes active when the driver's door is closed. The system simultaneously engages and re‐ leases the locks on the following: ▷ Doors. ▷ Tailgate. ▷ Fuel filler flap. Operating from the outside ▷ Via the remote control. ▷ Via the door lock*.
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▷ In cars with Comfort Access*, via the door
handles.
The following takes place simultaneously when locking/unlocking the vehicle via the remote control: ▷ The welcome lamps, interior lamps and courtesy lamps* are switched on and off. ▷ The alarm system* is armed or disarmed,
refer to page 39.
Operating from the inside Via the button for the central locking system, re‐ fer to page 33. If the vehicle is locked from the inside, the fuel filler flap remains unlocked. If an accident of a certain severity occurs, the central locking system unlocks automatically. The hazard warning system and interior lamps come on.
Opening and closing: from the outside Using the remote control General information
Take the remote control with you People or animals left unattended in a
parked vehicle can lock the doors from the in‐ side. Always take the remote control with you when leaving the vehicle so that the vehicle can then be opened from the outside.◀
Unlocking
Press the button. The vehicle is unlocked. You can set how the vehicle is to be unlocked. The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐ rently in use. 1. "Settings" 2. "Door locks"
3. "Unlock button:"
4. Select the desired function:
▷ "All doors"
The entire vehicle is unlocked.
▷ "Driver's door only"
Only the driver's door and the fuel filler flap are unlocked. Pressing again unlocks the entire vehicle.
Convenient opening
Press and hold the button on the remote
control. The windows and the glass sunroof*/panoramic glass sunroof* open. Locking
Press the button on the remote control. Locking from the outside Do not lock the vehicle from the outside if there are people in it, as the vehicle cannot be unlocked from inside without special knowl‐ edge.◀
Switching on the interior lamps, courtesy lamps*, and welcome lamps Press the button on the remote control
with the vehicle locked. You can also use this function to locate your ve‐ hicle in parking garages, etc. Panic mode* You can trigger the alarm system if you find yourself in a dangerous situation.
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Retrieving the seat, mirror, and steering wheel settings* The driver's seat, exterior mirror, and steering wheel positions* selected last are stored for the currently used remote control. When the vehicle is being unlocked, these po‐ sitions are automatically retrieved if the setting is activated.
Pinch hazard when moving back the seat If this function is used, first make sure that
the footwell behind the driver's seat is empty. Failure to do so could cause injury to persons or damage to objects behind the seat as a result of a rearward movement of the seat.◀ The adjustment procedure is interrupted: ▷ When a seat position switch is pressed. ▷ When a button of the seat and mirror mem‐
ory is pressed.
Selecting automatic activation 1. "Settings" 2. "Door locks" 3. "Last seat position auto."
Press the button on the remote control for at
least 3 seconds. To switch off the alarm: press any button. Unlocking tailgate
Press the button on the remote control for
approx. 1 second and release. The tailgate will open slightly, regardless of whether it was previously locked or unlocked. With automatic tailgate operation*: the tailgate opens automatically. The tailgate pivots back and up when it opens. Ensure that adequate clearance is available be‐ fore opening. To avoid locking yourself out of the vehicle, do not place the remote control into the cargo area. The tailgate is locked again as soon as it is pushed closed. Before and after each trip, check that the tailgate has not been inadvertently unlocked.
Provide edge protection Sharp or angular objects can hit the rear window while driving and damage the heating wires of the rear window. Provide edge protec‐ tion.◀
Confirmation signals from the vehicle 1. "Settings" 2. "Door locks" 3. "Flash when lock/unlock"
Malfunctions Local radio waves may interfere with the remote control. In this case, unlock and lock the car at the door lock with the integrated key. If the car can no longer be locked with a remote control, the battery in the remote control is dis‐ charged. Use the remote control during an ex‐ tended drive in order to recharge the battery, refer to page 28. The remote control for Comfort
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Access* contains a battery that may need to be replaced, refer to page 39. For US owners only The transmitter and receiver units comply with part 15 of the FCC/Federal Communication Commission regulations. Operation is governed by the following: FCC ID: LX8766S LX8766E LX8CAS LX8CAS2
Compliance statement: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: ▷ This device may not cause harmful interfer‐ence, and
▷ this device must accept any interference re‐
ceived, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Any unauthorized modifications or changes to these devices could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. Using the door lock General information
Locking from the outside Do not lock the vehicle from the outside if there are people in it, as the vehicle cannot be unlocked from inside without special knowl‐ edge.◀
When unlocking: 1. Turning the key once unlocks the driver's
door and the fuel filler flap.
2. Turning the key a second time unlocks the
remaining doors and the tailgate.
Convenient operation You can use the door lock to operate the win‐ dows and the glass sunroof*/panoramic glass sunroof*. With the door closed, turn the key to the unlock or lock position and hold it there. Turning the key back to the original position stops the motion.
Monitor the closing process Monitor the closing process to ensure that
no one becomes trapped; otherwise, injuries may result.◀
Manual operation If an electrical malfunction occurs, unlock or lock the driver's door using the integrated key in the door lock.
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Opening and closing: from the inside
Locking and unlocking
Press the button in the vehicle.
The doors and the tailgate are locked or un‐ locked when the front doors are closed, but they are not secured against theft. The fuel filler flap remains unlocked. Automatic locking The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐ rently in use. 1. "Settings" 2. "Door locks" 3. Select the desired function:
▷ "Lock if no door is opened"
The vehicle locks automatically after a short period of time if a door is not opened.
▷ "Lock after start. to drive"
The vehicle locks automatically after you drive away.
Unlocking and opening* ▷
Press the button. The doors are un‐ locked. To open, pull the door han‐
dle above the armrest.
▷ Pull the door handle above the armrest
twice: the door is unlocked the first time and opened the second time.
Locking ▷
Press the button. The doors are locked.
▷ Press the lock button of a door. To prevent you from being locked out, the opened driv‐ er's door cannot be locked using the lock button.
Take the remote control with you People or animals left unattended in a
parked vehicle can lock the doors from the in‐ side. Always take the remote control with you when leaving the vehicle so that the vehicle can then be opened from the outside.◀
Doors Automatic soft closing* To close the doors, push lightly. It is closed au‐ tomatically.
Danger of pinching Make sure that the closing path of the
doors is clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◀
BMW X5: upper tailgate Opening The tailgate pivots back and up when it opens. Ensure that adequate clearance is available be‐ fore opening.
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Provide edge protection Sharp or angular objects can hit the rear window while driving and damage the heating wires of the rear window. Provide edge protec‐ tion.◀
Opening from the inside
1. From the cargo area, press out the handle in
the tailgate, refer to arrow, with a screw‐ driver and pull. The tailgate is unlocked.
2. Open the tailgate from the outside and press
in the handle.
The tailgate is locked again as soon as it is closed. Closing
Press the button. The tailgate opens somewhat unless it has been locked.
Opening from the outside
Press the button, see arrow, or the button of the remote control for approx. 1 second. The tailgate opens slightly. It can be swung upward. Opening manually In case of an electrical malfunction:
Recessed grips on the inside trim of the tailgate can be used to conveniently pull down the tail‐ gate.
Danger of pinching Make sure that the closing path of the tail‐
gate is clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◀
Automatic soft closing* To close the tailgate fully, press down lightly only. It is closed automatically. Automatic tailgate operation* Adjusting opening height You can set how far the tailgate should open.
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Adjusting the opening height When adjusting the opening height, en‐ sure that there is a clearance of at least 4 in/ 10 cm above the tailgate. Otherwise, the ceiling may not be high enough for the open tailgate if the load situation changes.◀ 1. "Settings" 2. "Tailgate" 3. Turn the controller until the desired opening
height is selected.
▷
▷
By pressing the button in the center console again.
By pressing the button on the remote
control for a longer period.
▷ By pressing the button on the outside of the
tailgate.
▷ By pressing the button on the inside of the
tailgate.
Closing
Danger of pinching Make sure that the closing path of the tail‐
gate is clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◀ Function requirement: The lower tailgate is closed and must be locked on both sides.
Opening The tailgate pivots back and up when it opens. Ensure that adequate clearance is available be‐ fore opening. The tailgate opens automatically to the adjusted opening height.
▷ Press the button on the outside of the tail‐
gate when the vehicle is unlocked.
▷
Press the button in the center con‐ sole.
▷
Press the button on the remote control
for approx. 1 second and release. The opening procedure is interrupted: ▷ When the vehicle starts moving.
The tailgate closes automatically when the but‐ ton on the inside of the tailgate is pressed. To stop the closing process: ▷ Press the button on the inside of the tailgate. ▷ Press the button on the exterior of the tail‐
gate.
Closing is not canceled when you put the vehicle into motion. Manually opening or closing In case of an electrical defect of the automatic tailgate operation function: 1. Manually release the tailgate, refer to
page 34.
2. Open or close the tailgate slowly and with‐
out making sudden movements.
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3. Turn the controller until the desired opening
height is selected.
Do not use force to open or close If the tailgate offers increased resistance, do not forcefully open or close the tailgate; oth‐ erwise, injury or damage may result.◀
BMW X5: lower tailgate Opening
Pull the lever and swing the tailgate downward. The opened tailgate can be loaded with up to 550 lbs/250 kg. Closing Fold the tailgate up and press closed.
BMW X6: tailgate Automatic tailgate operation Adjusting opening height You can set how far the tailgate should open.
Adjusting the opening height When adjusting the opening height, en‐ sure that there is a clearance of at least 4 in/ 10 cm above the tailgate. Otherwise, the ceiling may not be high enough for the open tailgate if the load situation changes.◀ 1. "Settings" 2. "Tailgate"
Opening The tailgate pivots back and up when it opens. Ensure that adequate clearance is available be‐ fore opening. The tailgate opens automatically to the adjusted opening height.
▷ Press the button on the outside of the tail‐
gate when the vehicle is unlocked.
▷
Press the button in the center con‐ sole.
▷
Press the button on the remote control
for approx. 1 second and release. The opening procedure is interrupted: ▷ When the vehicle starts moving. ▷
By pressing the button in the center console again.
▷
By pressing the button on the remote
control for a longer period.
▷ By pressing the button on the outside of the
tailgate.
▷ By pressing the button on the inside of the
tailgate.
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Closing
Danger of pinching Make sure that the closing path of the tail‐
gate is clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◀
The tailgate closes automatically when the but‐ ton on the inside of the tailgate is pressed. To stop the closing process: ▷ Press the button on the inside of the tailgate. ▷ Press the button on the exterior of the tail‐
gate.
Closing is not canceled when you put the vehicle into motion.
Automatic closing The tailgate closes automatically without button operation if it is weighed down by an ad‐ ditional weight of approx. 11 lbs/5 kg, such as snow or ice.◀
Manually opening or closing In case of an electrical malfunction: 1. Push out cover 1 on the tailgate with a
screwdriver.
2. Push the catch 2 in the direction of the ar‐
row.
3. Open or close the tailgate slowly and with‐
out making sudden movements.
Do not use force to open or close If the tailgate offers increased resistance, do not forcefully open or close the tailgate; oth‐ erwise, injury or damage may result.◀
Comfort Access* The concept The vehicle can be accessed without activating the remote control. All you need to do is to have the remote control with you, e.g., in your jacket pocket. The vehicle automatically detects the remote control when it is nearby or in the passenger compartment. Comfort Access supports the following func‐ tions: ▷ Unlocking/locking of the vehicle. ▷ Unlocking of the tailgate separately. ▷ Starting the engine. ▷ Convenient closing. Functional requirement ▷ To lock the vehicle, the remote control must
be located outside of the vehicle.
▷ The next unlocking and locking cycle is not
possible until after approx. 2 seconds.
▷ The engine can only be started if the remote
control is inside the vehicle.
Comparison with ordinary remote control The functions can be controlled by pressing the buttons or via Comfort Access. Should a short delay occur when opening or closing the windows or the glass sunroof*/pan‐ oramic glass sunroof*, the system checks whether a remote control is located in the vehi‐ cle. Please repeat opening or closing if neces‐ sary.
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Unlocking
Fully grasp a door handle, arrow 1. This corresponds to pressing the
button.
Locking
but‐
Touch the area on the door handle, arrow 2, with your finger for approx. 1 second. This corresponds to pressing the ton. To save battery power, ensure that the ignition and all electronic systems and/or power con‐ sumers are switched off before locking the ve‐ hicle. If a remote control is detected within the vehicle, the vehicle does not lock or is unlocked again. Convenient closing Press the area, arrow 2, with your finger and hold. In addition, the windows and the glass sunroof*/ panoramic glass sunroof* close. Monitor the closing process Watch during the closing process to be sure that no one is injured. Removing the hand from the door handle immediately stops the closing process.◀ 38
Unlocking the tailgate separately Press the button on the exterior of the tailgate. This corresponds to pressing the button. If a remote control accidentally left in the cargo area is detected in the locked vehicle, the tail‐ gate opens again. The hazard warning flashers flash and a signal* sounds. Ignition on Pressing the Start/Stop button switches the ig‐ nition on. When doing so, do not depress the brake pedal, otherwise the engine will start. Starting the engine The engine can be started or the ignition can be switched on when a remote control is inside the vehicle. It is not necessary to insert a remote control into the ignition lock, refer to page 61. As long as no remote control is detected in the vehicle, it is only possible to restart the engine within approx. 10 seconds after it is switched off if no door has been opened. Switching off the engine ▷ Remote control not in ignition lock:
After switching off the engine, the transmis‐ sion is automatically switched into transmis‐ sion position P.
▷ Remote control in ignition lock:
If transmission position N is engaged, the transmission remains in this position after the engine is switched off.
Malfunction Comfort Access may not function properly if it experiences interference from local radio waves, e.g., mobile phones. If this occurs, open or close the vehicle using the buttons on the remote control or use the integrated key in the door lock. To start the engine afterward, insert the remote control into the ignition switch.
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Warning lamps
The warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up when you attempt to start the engine: the engine cannot be
started. The remote control is not in the vehicle or has a malfunction. Take the remote control with you inside the vehicle or have it checked. If neces‐ sary, insert another remote control into the ig‐ nition switch.
The warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up while the engine is running: the remote control is no lon‐
ger inside the vehicle. After switching off the engine, the engine can only be started again within approx. 10 seconds if no door has been opened.
The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on and a message ap‐ pears on the Control Display: replace
the remote control battery.
Replacing the battery The remote control for Comfort Access con‐ tains a battery that will need to be replaced from time to time. 1. Take the integrated key out of the remote
control, refer to page 28.
2. Remove the cover.
3.
Insert a new battery of the same type with the positive side facing upwards.
4. Press the cover closed.
Return used battery to a recycling collec‐ tion point or to your service center.
Alarm system The concept The vehicle alarm system responds to: ▷ Opening of a door, the hood or the tailgate. ▷ Movements in the vehicle: interior motion
sensor, refer to page 40.
▷ Changes in the vehicle tilt, e.g., during at‐
tempts to steal a wheel or tow the car.
▷ Interruptions in battery voltage. The alarm system briefly indicates tampering: ▷ By sounding an acoustic alarm. ▷ By switching on the hazard warning system. ▷ By flashing the high beams. Arming and disarming the alarm system When you lock or unlock the vehicle, either with the remote control or at the door lock, the alarm system is armed or disarmed at the same time. Door lock and armed alarm system Unlocking via the door lock will trigger the alarm on some market-specific versions. This alarm can only be ended by pressing the button on the remote control. Tailgate and armed alarm system The tailgate can be opened using the remote control, even if the alarm system is armed. Press the button on the remote control.
After the tailgate is closed, it is locked and moni‐ tored again by the alarm system. The hazard warning system flashes once. In some market-specific versions, the tailgate can only be opened using the remote control if the vehicle was unlocked first. Switching off the alarm ▷ Unlock the vehicle using the remote control,
refer to page 30.
▷ Insert the remote control all the way into the
ignition lock.
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Indicator lamp on the interior rearview mirror
▷ The indicator lamp flashes continuously:
The system is armed.
▷ The indicator lamp flashes after locking: The doors, hood or tailgate is not closed properly, but the rest of the vehicle is se‐ cured. The indicator lamp flashes continuously af‐ ter approx. 10 seconds. The interior motion sensor is not active.
▷ The indicator lamp goes out after unlocking:
The vehicle has not been tampered with.
▷ If the indicator lamp flashes after unlocking until the remote control is inserted in the ig‐ nition, but for no longer than approx. 5 mi‐ nutes: An alarm has been triggered.
Panic mode* In dangerous situations, trigger the alarm sys‐ tem:
Press the button on the remote control for at
least 3 seconds. To switch off the alarm: press any button. Tilt alarm sensor The tilt of the vehicle is monitored. The alarm system responds in situations such as attempts to steal a wheel or tow the car. Interior motion sensor For the sensor to function properly, the windows and glass sunroof*/panoramic glass sunroof* must be closed. 40
Avoiding unintentional alarms The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor can be switched off together, such as in the fol‐ lowing situations: ▷ In duplex garages. ▷ During transport on car-carrying trains, at
sea or on a trailer.
▷ When animals are to remain in the vehicle. Switching off the tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor
Press the button on the remote control
twice in succession. The indicator lamp lights up for approx. 2 sec‐ onds and then flashes continuously. The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor remain switched off until the vehicle is locked again.
Power windows General information
Take the remote control with you Take the remote control with you when
leaving the vehicle so that children, for example, cannot operate the power windows and injure themselves.◀
Opening
▷
Press the switch to the resistance
point. The window opens while the switch is held.
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Press the switch beyond the resist‐
ance point. The window opens automatically.
Pressing again stops the motion. Closing
Danger of pinching Monitor the closing process and make
sure that the closing path of the window is clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◀
▷
Pull the switch to the resistance point. The window closes while the switch is held.
▷
Pull the switch beyond the resistance
point. The window closes automatically. Pressing the switch stops the motion. Convenient operation, refer to page 30, via the remote control or the door lock. Convenient closing, refer to page 38, with Com‐ fort Access*. After the ignition is switched off When the remote control is removed or the ig‐ nition is switched off, the windows can continue to be operated for approx. 1 minute as long as no door is opened. Pinch protection system If the closing force exceeds a specific value as a window closes, the closing action is interrupted. The window reopens slightly.
Danger of pinching even with pinch pro‐ tection
Even with the pinch protection system, check that the window's closing path is clear; other‐ wise, the closing action may not stop in certain situations, e.g., if thin objects are present.◀
Do not use window accessories Do not install any accessories in the range
of movement of the windows; otherwise, the pinch protection system will be impaired.◀
Closing without the pinch protection system For example, if there is an external danger or if ice on the windows prevents a window from closing normally, proceed as follows: 1. Pull the switch past the resistance point and
hold it there. Pinch protection is limited and the window reopens slightly if the closing force exceeds a certain value.
2. Pull the switch past the resistance point
again within approx. 4 seconds and hold it there. The window closes without pinch protec‐ tion.
Safety switch With the safety switch, the rear windows are prevented from being opened or closed via the switches in the rear passenger area, such as by children.
Press the button.
The LED lights up if the safety function is switched on.
Safety switch for rear operation Press the safety switch when transporting children in the rear; otherwise, injury may result if the windows are closed without supervision.◀
Roller sunblinds for the rear side windows* Pull the loop of the roller sun blind and hook onto bracket.
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Do not open the window while the roller sunblind is tilted
Do not open the window while the roller sunblind is tilted; otherwise, there is a risk of damage at high speeds that may result in personal injury.◀
X5: panoramic glass sunroof* General information The glass sunroof and the sliding visor can be operated together or separately using the switch.
Danger of pinching Monitor the closing process and make
sure that the closing path of the glass sunroof is clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◀ Take the remote control with you Take the remote control with you when
leaving the vehicle so that children, for example, cannot operate the roof and injure themselves.◀
Tilting the glass sunroof Press the switch. The closed sunroof is tilted and the sliding visor opens slightly.
Do not use force to close the sliding visor Do not use force to close the sliding visor with the glass sunroof in its tilted position, oth‐ erwise the mechanism will be damaged.◀
Opening/closing the sliding visor You can move the sliding visor independently with the sunroof closed or tilted.
▷ Press the switch in the de‐ sired direction to the resist‐ ance point and hold it there. The sliding visor moves while the switch is being held. ▷ Press the switch in the desired direction
past the resistance point. The sliding visor moves automatically. Pressing the switch again stops the motion.
Opening/closing the glass sunroof With the sliding visor open, proceed as descri‐ bed under Sliding visor. Opening/closing the glass sunroof and sliding visor together
Press the switch twice in the de‐ sired direction past the resist‐ ance point. The glass sunroof and sliding vi‐ sor move together. Pressing the
switch again stops the motion. Convenient operation, refer to page 30, via the remote control or the door lock. Convenient closing, refer to page 38, with Com‐ fort Access*. Comfort function
▷ Press the switch twice with
the sunroof open: The sunroof is raised.
▷ When the sunroof is raised, briefly press the switch twice in the opening direction: The sunroof is opened all the way. Comfort position In the comfort position, the roof is not fully open. This reduces wind noise in the passenger com‐ partment.
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Each time the glass sunroof is opened or closed all the way, it stops in the comfort position. If desired, continue the motion following this with the switch. After the ignition is switched off The roof can still be operated for approx. 1 mi‐ nute, as long as no door has been opened. Pinch protection system If the closing force when closing the glass sun‐ roof exceeds a certain value, the closing move‐ ment is stopped, beginning at approximately one-third of the opening in the roof, or from the tilted position during closing. The roof and the sliding visor open a short dis‐ tance.
Danger of pinching even with pinch pro‐ tection
Despite the pinch protection system, check that the roof's closing path is clear; otherwise, the closing action may not be interrupted in certain extreme situations, such as when thin objects are present.◀
Closing without the pinch protection system For example, if there is an external danger, pro‐ ceed as follows: Press the switch forward beyond the resistance point and hold. The roof closes without the pinch protection system. Initialization after a power failure After a power failure, it is only possible to raise the roof, if necessary. Have the system initialized by your service cen‐ ter.
BMW X6: glass sunroof*, electric General information Danger of pinching Monitor the closing process and make
sure that the closing path of the glass sunroof is clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◀ Take the remote control with you Take the remote control with you when
leaving the vehicle so that children, for example, cannot operate the roof and injure themselves.◀
Tilting the glass sunroof Press the switch. The closed sunroof is tilted and the sliding visor opens slightly.
Do not use force to close the sliding visor Do not use force to close the sliding visor with the glass sunroof in its tilted position, oth‐ erwise the mechanism will be damaged.◀
Opening/closing the glass sunroof
▷ Press the switch in the de‐ sired direction to the resist‐ ance point and hold it there. The glass sunroof moves while the switch is being held.
▷ Press the switch in the desired direction
past the resistance point. The glass sunroof moves automatically. Pressing the switch again stops the motion.
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extreme situations, such as when thin objects are present.◀
Closing without the pinch protection system For example, if there is an external danger, pro‐ ceed as follows: 1. Press the switch forward beyond the resist‐ ance point and hold. The pinch protection system is limited and the sunroof opens slightly if the closing force exceeds a certain value.
2. Within about 4 seconds, slide the switch for‐ ward again beyond the resistance point and hold it there. The roof closes without the pinch protection system.
Initialization after a power failure After a power failure, it is only possible to raise the roof, if necessary. Have the system initialized by your service cen‐ ter.
The glass sunroof and sliding visor can be opened together. Close the sliding visor man‐ ually. Convenient operation, refer to page 30, via the remote control or the door lock. Convenient closing, refer to page 38, with Com‐ fort Access*. Opening/closing the glass sunroof automatically Press the switch beyond the resistance point. The following movements are also automatic: ▷ Pressing the switch with the sunroof open:
the sunroof is tilted fully.
▷ Pressing the switch in the Open direction
with the sunroof tilted: the sunroof is opened fully.
Pressing the switch again stops the motion. Comfort position In the comfort position, the roof is not fully open. This reduces wind noise in the passenger com‐ partment. Each time the glass sunroof is opened or closed all the way, it stops in the comfort position. If desired, continue the motion following this with the switch. After the ignition is switched off The roof can still be operated for approx. 1 mi‐ nute, as long as no door has been opened. Pinch protection system If the closing force when closing the glass sun‐ roof exceeds a certain value, the closing move‐ ment is stopped, beginning at approximately the middle of the opening in the roof, or from the tilted position during closing. The glass sunroof opens again fully.
Danger of pinching even with pinch pro‐ tection
Despite the pinch protection system, check that the roof's closing path is clear; otherwise, the closing action may not be interrupted in certain
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Adjusting Sitting safely The ideal seating position can make a vital con‐ tribution to relaxed, fatigue-free driving. The seating position plays an important role in an accident in combination with: ▷ Safety belts, refer to page 50. ▷ Head restraints, refer to page 51. ▷ Airbags, refer to page 86.
Seats Note before adjusting
Do not adjust the seat while driving Never attempt to adjust the driver's seat
while driving. The seat could respond with unexpected move‐ ment and the ensuing loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident.◀
Do not incline the backrest too far to the rear
Do not incline the backrest on the front passen‐ ger side too far to the rear during driving. Oth‐ erwise, there is the danger of sliding under the safety belt in an accident. This would eliminate the protection normally provided by the belt.◀
Adjusting manually* Forward/backward
Pull the lever and slide the seat into the desired position. After releasing the lever, move the seat forward or back slightly to make sure it engages properly.
Thigh support*
Pull the lever and move the thigh support for‐ ward or back.
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Adjusting electrically
1 Forward/backward 2 Height 3 Seat tilt
4 Backrest Differs depending on seat:
1 Backrest 2 Height Additional depending on seat:
1 Backrest width* 2 Shoulder support* 3 Thigh support* 4 Lumbar support* Backrest width* The width of the backrest can be changed with the side wings to adjust the side support to your own needs. Shoulder support* This also supports the back in the shoulder area, This creates a relaxed sitting position and helps relieve stress on the shoulder muscles. The shoulder support is also used to adjust the distance of the head restraint from the back of the seat occupant's head. Lumbar support*
You can also adjust the contour of the backrest to obtain additional support in the lumbar region. The upper hips and spinal column receive sup‐ plementary support to help you maintain a re‐ laxed, upright sitting position. ▷ Increase or decrease curvature:
Press front or rear section of switch.
▷ Shift curvature up or down:
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Press upper or lower section of switch.
BMW X5: rear seats 2nd row seats If the row of seats is divided*, each side can be adjusted separately.
Do not adjust the seat while driving Never adjust the 2nd row seats while the vehicle is moving, as otherwise the passengers on the 3rd row seats could be injured. Make sure that the locking devices of the 2nd row seats engage properly. Otherwise the re‐ straining effect of the safety belts during an ac‐ cident could be reduced.◀
Longitudinal direction*
1. Pull the lever and slide the seat into the de‐
sired position.
