BMW X5: Yellow lights - Indicator/warning lights
Yellow lights
Steering Assistant
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The indicator light lights up
and an
acoustic signal may sound: a system interruption
is imminent.
The indicator warning light flashes: lane marking driven over.
Additional information: Steering and Lane Control Assistant.
Antilock Braking System ABS
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The Brake Assistant function may
not
activate. Avoid abrupt braking. Take the
longer braking distance into account.
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Have the system immediately
checked
by a dealer's service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop.
DSC Dynamic Stability Control
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The indicator light flashes: DSC
controls
the drive and braking forces. The vehicle
is stabilized. Reduce speed and modify
your driving style to the driving circumstances.
The indicator light lights up: DSC has malfunctioned.
Have the system immediately checked by a dealer's service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
Additional information: DSC Dynamic Stability Control.
DSC Dynamic Stability Control is deactivated or DTC Dynamic Traction Control is activated
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DSC is deactivated or DTC is
activated.
Additional information:
- DSC Dynamic Stability Control
- DTC Dynamic Traction Control
Flat Tire Monitor FTM
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The FTM signals a tire pressure
loss in a
tire.
Reduce your speed and stop cautiously.
Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuvers.
Additional information: Run-flat tires.
Tire pressure monitor
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The indicator light illuminates:
the Tire
Pressure Monitor reports a low tire pressure
or a flat tire. Follow the information
in the Check Control message.
The indicator light flashes and is then illuminated continuously: flat tires or tire pressure losses cannot be detected.
- Fault caused by systems or devices with the same radio frequency: after leaving the area of the interference, the system automatically becomes active again.
- In the case of tires with special approval: the tire pressure monitor was unable to complete the reset. Reset the system again.
- A wheel without wheel electronics is mounted: have it checked by a dealer's service center or another qualified service center or repair shop as needed.
- Malfunction: have the system checked by a dealer's service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
Additional information: Tire pressure monitor.
Steering system
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Steering system may not be
working.
Have the system checked by a dealer's service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
Emissions
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The warning light lights
up:
Emissions are deteriorating. Have the
vehicle checked as soon as possible.- The warning light flashes under certain circumstances:
This indicates that there is excessive misfiring
in the engine.
Reduce the vehicle speed and have the system checked immediately; otherwise, serious engine misfiring within a brief period can seriously damage emission control components, in particular the catalytic converter.
Additional information: Socket for OBD Onboard Diagnosis.
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Green lights - Indicator/warning lights
Green lights
Safety belt reminder for rear seats
The safety belt is buckled on
the corresponding
rear seat.
The displays may vary depending
on the
equipment version and country variant.
Turn signal
Blue/Gray/White lights - Indicator/warning lights
Blue lights
High beams
High beams are switched on.
Additional information:
High beams.
Drive power
Reduced drive power due to a
cold drivetrain.
Additional information:
Power gauge.
Gray lights
Acti
Fuel gauge
Principle
The current fill level of the fuel tank is displayed.
General information
Vehicle inclination may cause the display to vary.
Additional information:
Refueling.
Display
An arrow next to the
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Driving style analysis
Principle
The function helps develop an especially efficient
driving style and to conserve fuel.
For this purpose, the driving style is analyzed.
The assessment is done in various categories
and is displayed on the Control Display.
This display will help you adjust your driving style
and save som
Ventilation
Principle
The air flow directions can be adjusted individually
for direct or indirect ventilation.
Setting the ventilation
General information
Open the air vents and position them to ensure
effective climate control.
Direct ventilation
The air flow is directed towards the passengers.
The air flow h
