BMW X5: Massage function
Principle
Depending on the program, the massage function
ensures relaxed muscles and better blood
circulation and can avoid fatigue.
General information
Eight different massage programs can be selected:
- Hip activation.
- Upper-body activation.
- Whole body activation.
- Back massage.
- Shoulder massage.
- Lumbar massage.
- Upper body training.
- Whole-body exercise.
Overview

Massage function
Turning on
Press the button once for each
intensity
level.
The maximum intensity level is reached when
three LEDs are lit.
Turning off
Press and hold the button until
the
LEDs turn off.
Adjusting the massage program
1. "CAR".
2. "Settings".
3. "Seat comfort".
4. Select desired seat.
5. "Seat massage".
6. Select the desired setting.
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Principle
The system heats seats and armrests as
needed.
General information
Seat heating can also be used without armrest
heating. Deactivate the armrest heating as
needed.
Overview
Front
Seat and a
Principle
Integrated fans in the seat and armrest areas
provide a comfortable seat temperature.
Overview
Active seat ventilation
Turning on
1. Press the button.
2. Select the ventilation level:
Pr
Principle
Depending on the equipment, some heating and
cooling functions can be automatically activated
depending on the outside temperature.
General information
The outside temperature at which the f
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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against
electrostatic damage (ESD
protection).
Replacement:
Before and after replacement, execute the "Repair" service function with
the BMW diagnosis system.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Raise luggage compartment floor trim
Release screws
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove rear right wheel arch trim.
Unlock quick-release fasteners (1) and disconnect vent lines.
Release screws (2) and remove carbon canister (3).
Installation:
Tightening torque 16 13 1AZ.
Fig. 27: Identifying Quick-Release Fasteners, Screws And Carbon Canister
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