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BMW 2006 X5 User Manual

BMW 2006 X5
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The Ultimate
Driving Machine
Owner's Manual
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Contents
A to Z
Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG

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BMW 2006 X5 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBMW
Model2006 X5
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Notes

For Your Own Safety

Offers critical safety advice regarding maintenance, repair, and parts.

Service and Warranty Information

Details information on vehicle warranties and recommended service.

Cockpit

Central Locking System

Explains how to lock and unlock vehicle doors.

Instrument Cluster

Check Control Display

Details the display for vehicle system checks and messages.

Indicator and Warning Lamps

Details various indicator and warning lamps on the instrument cluster.

Computer Display

Describes the display for the vehicle's computer functions.

Selector Lever and Program Display

Explains the selector lever positions and transmission program display.

Indicator and Warning Lamps

Transmission Temperature

Describes the warning lamp for transmission overheating.

Red: An Important Reminder

Lists critical warning lamps that require immediate driver attention.

DSC Dynamic Stability Control/xDrive

Explains warnings related to DSC and xDrive system failures.

Red: Stop Immediately

Details warning lamps requiring immediate attention and action.

Yellow: Stop Immediately

Details warning lamps requiring immediate attention for safety.

Yellow: Check As Soon As Possible

Details warning lamps indicating systems that need prompt checking.

Engine Electronics

Describes warning lamps for engine electronics malfunctions.

Handbrake/Brake Hydraulic System

Explains the handbrake and brake hydraulic system warning lamps.

Red or Yellow: Continue to Drive Cautiously

Explains warning lamps indicating a need for cautious driving.

Service Engine Soon

Explains the meaning of the 'Service Engine Soon' indicator lamp.

Buttons on Steering Wheel*

Cruise Control Buttons

Describes buttons for controlling the cruise control system.

Refueling

Observe the Following When Refueling

Offers essential safety and operational tips for refueling.

Fuel Specifications

Required Fuel

Specifies the type of gasoline and octane rating required for the vehicle.

Keys

The Key Set

Describes the master and spare keys and their functions.

Opening and Closing: From Outside

Using Remote Control

Details how to use the remote control for locking and unlocking.

Panic Mode

Explains how to activate the alarm in case of an emergency.

Unlocking Vehicle

Explains the process of unlocking the vehicle using the remote.

Using Door Lock

Explains how to unlock and lock doors using the key.

Locking and Securing

Explains how to lock and secure the vehicle using the remote.

Opening and Closing: From Inside

Unlocking and Opening Doors

Details how to unlock and open doors from inside the vehicle.

Liftgate

Opening From Outside

Explains how to open the liftgate from the exterior of the vehicle.

Opening From Inside

Describes how to open the liftgate from the interior of the vehicle.

Tailgate

Opening

Explains how to open the tailgate.

Alarm System

Arming and Disarming Alarm System

Describes how to arm and disarm the vehicle's alarm system.

Indicator Lamp Displays

Explains the meaning of indicator lamps related to the alarm system.

Windows

Opening and Closing Windows

Explains how to open and close the vehicle's power windows.

Anti-trapping Mechanism

Describes the anti-trapping feature for power windows.

Safety Switch

Explains the safety switch for rear window operation and child safety.

Panorama Glass Roof*

Raising, Opening, Closing

Details the procedures for operating the panorama glass roof.

Automatic Opening and Closing

Describes the automatic operation of the panorama glass roof.

Sitting Safely

Airbags

Provides crucial safety information regarding airbags and their deployment.

Head Restraint

Explains the importance and adjustment of head restraints for safety.

Safety Belt

Details the correct usage of safety belts for all occupants.

Power Seat Adjustment*

Seat Adjustment

Describes power adjustments for seat angle, position, cushion, and backrest.

Head Restraints

Head Restraint Height

Explains how to adjust the height of head restraints for optimal safety.

Safety Belts

Fastening

Explains how to properly fasten the vehicle's safety belts.

Damage to Safety Belts

Provides instructions on what to do if safety belts are damaged.

Safety Belt Reminder for Front Seats

Explains the function of the safety belt reminder system.

Safety Belt Height Adjustment

Describes how to adjust the safety belts for proper fit.

Seat, Mirror and Steering Wheel Memory*

Storing

Explains how to store preferred seat, mirror, and steering wheel positions.

Calling Up a Stored Setting

Details how to recall stored seating and mirror positions.

Passenger-Side Exterior Mirror Tilt Function

Automatic Curb Monitor

Explains the automatic curb monitor function for parking.

Steering Wheel

Adjustments

Describes how to adjust the steering wheel position.

Automatic Steering Wheel Adjustment

Explains the automatic adjustment feature for the steering wheel.

Airbags

Front Airbags

Details the function and safety precautions for front airbags.

Head Airbags

Explains the role of head airbags in side impact protection.

Side Airbags for Front and Rear*

Describes the function of side airbags for occupants.

Protective Action

Provides crucial safety instructions for airbag system interactions.

Airbags

Automatically Deactivating Front Passenger Airbags

Explains how front passenger airbags are deactivated based on seat occupancy.

Operational Readiness of Airbag System

Explains how to check the operational readiness of the airbag system.

Status of Front Passenger Airbag

Describes the indicator lamp for front passenger airbag status.

Airbag System Malfunction

Details how to identify and respond to airbag system malfunctions.

Transporting Children Safely

The Right Place for Children

Advises on the safest seating positions for children in the vehicle.

Installing Child-Restraint Systems

Provides guidance on selecting, installing, and using child restraint systems.

Children Always in the Rear

Emphasizes the rear seat as the safest place for children.

Child-Restraint System Security

Explains how to secure child restraint systems using seat belts.

Exception for Front Passenger Seat

Discusses precautions when using child restraints on the front passenger seat.

Transporting Children Safely

LATCH Child-Restraint Fixing System

Explains the LATCH system for securing child seats.

Child-Safety Locks of Rear Doors

Explains how to activate child-safety locks on rear doors.

Safety Switch for Power Windows

Details the function of the safety switch for power windows.

Vehicle Memory, Key Memory

How the System Functions

Explains the basic operation of vehicle and key memory systems.

What the System Can Do

Outlines the capabilities of the vehicle and key memory systems.

Starting Engine

Before Starting

Lists essential steps to take before starting the engine.

Manual Transmission

Provides starting procedures for manual transmission vehicles.

Automatic Transmission

Outlines starting procedures for automatic transmission vehicles.

Starting Engine

Switching Off Engine

Explains the correct procedure for switching off the vehicle's engine.

Handbrake

Engaging

Details how to engage the handbrake and its indicator lamp.

Automatic Transmission with Steptronic*

Selector Lever Positions

Lists and explains the different selector lever positions.

Range Selection

Explains how to select different drive ranges (P, R, N, D).

Automatic Transmission with Steptronic*

Sport Program and Manual Operation M/S

Details how to activate sport program and manual gear shifting.

Malfunction

Describes how to handle transmission system malfunctions.

Washer/Wiper System/Rain Sensor*

Rain Sensor

Explains how the rain sensor automatically controls wipers.

Cruise Control*

You Can Automatically Maintain and Store

Explains how to maintain and store vehicle speed with cruise control.

Cruise Control*

Deactivating System

Explains how to deactivate the cruise control system.

Maintaining and Storing Speed or Accelerating

Describes how to maintain and store speed or accelerate.

Interrupting Cruise Control

Explains how cruise control is interrupted automatically or manually.

Resuming Stored Setting

Details how to resume a previously stored speed setting.

Odometer, Outside Temperature Display

Outside Temperature Warning

Warns about potential ice formation based on outside temperature.

Tachometer

X5 4.8is

Explains the engine temperature warning sector and overspeed zone.

Energy Control

X5 3.0i, 4.4i

Shows current fuel consumption for driving style analysis.

Fuel Gauge

If the LED Comes On and Stays On

Explains what the fuel gauge LED indicates regarding remaining fuel.

Coolant Temperature Gauge

Red

Explains actions to take if the engine overheats.

Service Interval Display

Yellow Lamp

Details the yellow lamp indicating due maintenance.

Red Lamp

Explains the red lamp indicating a passed maintenance deadline.

Check Control

Graphic Display*

Explains alerts and status messages shown with icons.

Priority 1

Continues detailing immediate alerts and their meaning.

Alphanumeric Display*

Details text messages alerting drivers to system malfunctions.

Computer

Checking Check Control

Explains how to check the Check Control status.

Outside Temperature and Average Fuel Consumption

Explains how to change units and view temperature/fuel data.

Mode Selection

Details how to select computer information using the turn signal lever.

Cruising Range and Average Speed

Describes how cruising range and average speed are calculated and displayed.

MID Multi-Information Display

Central Display

Explains the functions of the MID for various onboard systems.

Digital Clock in MID

Entering Switch-on Times for Parked Car Ventilation

Explains how to set desired switch-on times for parked car ventilation.

Changing Time

Details the procedure for changing the displayed time.

Changing Date

Explains how to change the displayed date.

Computer* in MID

Speed Limit

Explains how to enter and manage speed limit reminders.

PDC Park Distance Control*

Antilock Brake System

DSC Dynamic Stability Control

HDC Hill Descent Control

Activating System

Details how to activate the HDC system.

Self-leveling Suspension*

The warning lamp for the self-leveling suspension comes on

Explains malfunctions indicated by the warning lamp or Check Control message.

2-Axle Self-Leveling Suspension*

Flat Tire Monitor

Indication of a Flat Tire

Explains the warning lamp and steps to take for a flat tire.

Adaptive Head Light*

The Concept

Explains Adaptive Head Light's function for better road illumination.

Integrated Universal Remote Control*

The Concept

Explains the function of the integrated remote control for accessories.

Programming

Details the programming steps for fixed-code transmitters.

Fixed-Code Hand-Held Transmitter

Explains programming for fixed-code transmitters.

Alternating-Code Hand-Held Transmitter

Provides instructions for programming alternating-code transmitters.

Interior Rearview Mirror with Digital Compass*

Calibrating Digital Compass

Details when and how to calibrate the digital compass.

Glove Compartment

Locking

Explains how to lock the glove compartment using a master key.

Cargo Loading

Determining Loading Limit

Guides on calculating the vehicle's load capacity.

Breaking-in

Engine and Differential

Provides break-in instructions for the engine and differential.

Driving Your X5

On Poor Roads

Offers driving tips for safety on poor roads.

Safe Braking

Emergency Stops

Explains how to brake effectively during emergency stops.

Brake Pads

Recommends using only BMW-approved brake pads for safety.

Tire Inflation Pressure

Information for Your Safety

Emphasizes the importance of tire condition and pressure for safety.

Checking Pressure

Provides guidelines for checking tire inflation pressure when cold.

Wheel/Tire Condition

Wheel/Tire Damage

Advises on inspecting wheels and tires for damage and vibrations.

Replacing Wheels/Tires

The Right Wheels and Tires

Recommends using BMW-tested and approved wheel/tire combinations.

Engine Oil

Checking Oil Level

Explains the procedure for checking the engine oil level.

Specified Engine Oils

Recommends specific BMW-approved engine oils.

Coolant

Brake Fluid Level

Explains actions for low brake fluid level or warning lamp.

Checking Coolant Level

Explains how to check the engine coolant level.

The BMW Maintenance System

Service Interval Display

Explains how the Service Interval Display indicates maintenance needs.

Lamps and Bulbs

The lamps and bulbs make essential contributions to the safety...

Provides safety instructions for replacing bulbs.

Changing a Wheel

Safety Precautions to Observe in the Event of a Flat and During All Tire Changes

Lists critical safety precautions for flat tires and tire changes.

Procedure

Outlines the step-by-step procedure for changing a wheel.

Receiving Assistance

Initiating an Emergency Call*

Details how to initiate an emergency call using the vehicle's system.

Jump Starting

Preparing

Lists steps to prepare for jump starting a vehicle.

Starting Engine

Explains how to start the engine using jumper cables.

Connecting Jumper Cables

Details the correct sequence for connecting jumper cables to avoid sparks.

Tow-starting and Towing

Tow-starting

Explains how to tow-start a vehicle with automatic transmission.

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