BMW X5: Displays, control elements
In the vicinity of the steering
wheel
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- Light switch element
- Turn signal indicator, high beams
- Instrument cluster
- Wipers
Indicator/warning lights
The indicator/warning lights can light up in a variety
of combinations and colors.
Several of the lights are checked for proper functioning
and light up temporarily when drive-ready
state is turned on.
Driver's door
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- Safety switch
- Power windows
- Central locking system
- Exterior mirrors
- Seats, comfort features
- Opening/closing the tailgate
Switch console
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- Selector lever
- Controller
- Parking brake, Automatic Hold
- Driving Dynamics Control
- Start/Stop button
- Assistance systems
iDrive
Principle
iDrive is the operating concept of the infotainment
system and includes a large number of
functions.
Buttons on the Controller
Go to the main menu.
Go to Apps menu.
Go to the Media/Radio menu.
Go to the Communication menu.
Go to navigation map.
Go to destination input menu for
navigation.
Go to the previous display.
Go to the Options menu.
Voice control
Activating the voice control system
Press the button on the steering
wheel.
Say the command.
Ending voice control
Press the button on the steering
wheel
or ›Cancel‹.
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Electrically adjustable seats
Backrest width
Thigh support
Forward/backward, height, seat tilt
Upper backrest
Backrest tilt, head restraint
Lumbar support
Adjusting the head restraint
Adjusti
Radio
Buttons and functions
Depending on the country and equipment version,
the radio has the following buttons.
Press: turns sound output on/
off.
Turn: adjusts the volume.
Change the entertainmen
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Vehicle care products
General information
BMW recommends using vehicle care and
cleaning products from BMW. Suitable vehicle
care products are available from a dealer's service
center or another qualified service center or
repair shop.
Safety information
Warning
Cleansers can contain substances that
Special tools required:
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00 2 040
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WARNING: Danger to life!
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Mount securing fixture for vehicle on lifting platform
Remove rear wheels
Tension both coil springs (and leave on vehicle)
Remove complete exhaust system and partially detach