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...control 71 Everything under control: Odometer, outside temperature display 73 Tachometer 74 Energy control 74 Engine oil temperature gauge 75 Fuel gauge 75 Coolant temperature gauge 76 Service Interval Display 76 Check Control 77 Computer 79 MID Multi-Information Display 81 Lamps: Parking lamps/low beams 100 ... 128 Cargo loading 130 Roof-mounted luggage rack 132 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG Index Data Repairs Maintenance Technology for safety and driving convenience: PDC Park Distance Control 90 Antilock Brake System 91 DSC Dynamic Stability Control ...
...control 71 Everything under control: Odometer, outside temperature display 73 Tachometer 74 Energy control 74 Engine oil temperature gauge 75 Fuel gauge 75 Coolant temperature gauge 76 Service Interval Display 76 Check Control 77 Computer 79 MID Multi-Information Display 81 Lamps: Parking lamps/low beams 100 ... 128 Cargo loading 130 Roof-mounted luggage rack 132 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG Index Data Repairs Maintenance Technology for safety and driving convenience: PDC Park Distance Control 90 Antilock Brake System 91 DSC Dynamic Stability Control ...
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Contents Operation, maintenance Owner service procedures Special operating instructions: Breaking-in 136 General driving notes 137 Driving your X5 138 Safe braking 140 Wheels and tires: Tire inflation pressure 141 Tire identification marks 145 Wheel/tire condition 146 Replacing wheels/tires ...148 Snow chains 149 Under the hood: Hood 150 Engine compartment essentials 151 Washer fluid 152 Engine oil 152 Coolant 154 Brake fluid 155 Care and maintenance: The BMW Maintenance System 156 OBD interface socket 157 Replacement procedures: Onboard tool kit 160 Windshield wiper blades 160 Lamps and ...
Contents Operation, maintenance Owner service procedures Special operating instructions: Breaking-in 136 General driving notes 137 Driving your X5 138 Safe braking 140 Wheels and tires: Tire inflation pressure 141 Tire identification marks 145 Wheel/tire condition 146 Replacing wheels/tires ...148 Snow chains 149 Under the hood: Hood 150 Engine compartment essentials 151 Washer fluid 152 Engine oil 152 Coolant 154 Brake fluid 155 Care and maintenance: The BMW Maintenance System 156 OBD interface socket 157 Replacement procedures: Onboard tool kit 160 Windshield wiper blades 160 Lamps and ...
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Instrument cluster* X5 3.0i, 4.4i 17n 530us251 1 Fuel gauge 75 2 Indicator lamp for turn signals 22 3 Speedometer 4 Indicator and warning lamps 19 to 22 5 Tachometer 74 Energy control 74 6 Coolant temperature gauge 76 7 Indicator and warning lamps 19 to 22 8 Reset button for trip ...odometer 73 9 Service Interval Display 76 10 Display for > Trip odometer/odometer 73 > Outside temperature 73 11 Display for Check Control 77 Data Index Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW...
Instrument cluster* X5 3.0i, 4.4i 17n 530us251 1 Fuel gauge 75 2 Indicator lamp for turn signals 22 3 Speedometer 4 Indicator and warning lamps 19 to 22 5 Tachometer 74 Energy control 74 6 Coolant temperature gauge 76 7 Indicator and warning lamps 19 to 22 8 Reset button for trip ...odometer 73 9 Service Interval Display 76 10 Display for > Trip odometer/odometer 73 > Outside temperature 73 11 Display for Check Control 77 Data Index Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW...
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18nInstrument cluster X5 4.8is 530us252 1 Fuel gauge 75 2 Indicator lamp for turn signals 22 3 Speedometer 4 Indicator and warning lamps 19 to 22 5 Tachometer 74 Engine oil temperature gauge 6 Coolant temperature gauge 76 7 Indicator and warning lamps 19 to 22 8 Reset button for trip odometer 73 9 Service Interval Display 76 10 Display for > Trip... 65 13 CHECK button 77 14 Indicator and warning lamps 19 to 22 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG
18nInstrument cluster X5 4.8is 530us252 1 Fuel gauge 75 2 Indicator lamp for turn signals 22 3 Speedometer 4 Indicator and warning lamps 19 to 22 5 Tachometer 74 Engine oil temperature gauge 6 Coolant temperature gauge 76 7 Indicator and warning lamps 19 to 22 8 Reset button for trip odometer 73 9 Service Interval Display 76 10 Display for > Trip... 65 13 CHECK button 77 14 Indicator and warning lamps 19 to 22 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG
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...The maintenance deadline has been passed. 390us008 Online Edition for an appointment. Service Interval Display 390de007 Blue The engine is due. Checking coolant level, refer to confirm that the system is overheated. Maintenance is still cold. The dial may drift up during driving or the message... to your individual vehicle's equipment. The range of illuminated lamps decreases as the time for your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG the engine is operational. Switch off the engine immediately and allow it to cool down....
...The maintenance deadline has been passed. 390us008 Online Edition for an appointment. Service Interval Display 390de007 Blue The engine is due. Checking coolant level, refer to confirm that the system is overheated. Maintenance is still cold. The dial may drift up during driving or the message... to your individual vehicle's equipment. The range of illuminated lamps decreases as the time for your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG the engine is operational. Switch off the engine immediately and allow it to cool down....
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...alert the driver to pages 76 and 154 > STOP! The alert is indicated by pressing the CHECK button 3: > RELEASE PARKINGBRAKE > COOLANT TEMPERATURE Temperature too high. Check Control 77n 390de121 530de254 Graphic display* The following alerts or status messages are displayed with icons as of ...goes out after stopping, a warning signal sounds without a visual indicator for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG Index Data Repairs Maintenance Controls Overview When you open the door after approx. 1 minute 3 Door open 4 Tailgate open 5 Check brake and tail lamps....
...alert the driver to pages 76 and 154 > STOP! The alert is indicated by pressing the CHECK button 3: > RELEASE PARKINGBRAKE > COOLANT TEMPERATURE Temperature too high. Check Control 77n 390de121 530de254 Graphic display* The following alerts or status messages are displayed with icons as of ...goes out after stopping, a warning signal sounds without a visual indicator for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG Index Data Repairs Maintenance Controls Overview When you open the door after approx. 1 minute 3 Door open 4 Tailgate open 5 Check brake and tail lamps....
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... during the trip appear consecutively when the ignition key is turned to position 0. The range of available displays varies according to your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center, refer to view them all in the Owner's Manual for Onboard Computer. while refueling, refer to page ...display appears when you briefly press the computer button. No malfunctions are multiple messages, press the CHECK button repeatedly to page 140 > CHECK COOLANT LEVEL Coolant too low, top off at the next opportunity, e.g. Check Control > TRANS. three minutes after parking the vehicle. A new function appears...
... during the trip appear consecutively when the ignition key is turned to position 0. The range of available displays varies according to your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center, refer to view them all in the Owner's Manual for Onboard Computer. while refueling, refer to page ...display appears when you briefly press the computer button. No malfunctions are multiple messages, press the CHECK button repeatedly to page 140 > CHECK COOLANT LEVEL Coolant too low, top off at the next opportunity, e.g. Check Control > TRANS. three minutes after parking the vehicle. A new function appears...
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..., the lower the speed should strictly observe - for your own safety, for that the engine oil and coolant levels are a few points which you should be damaged. For trouble-free operation, keep the photocells clean and... and exterior rearview mirrors. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG When equipped with a maximum slope of stickers to page 94. Do not attach any kind of 50%. ... glass, refer to the road conditions. 138nGeneral driving notes Driving your X5 On poor roads When you are driving on poor roads, there are near the max mark, refer to...
..., the lower the speed should strictly observe - for your own safety, for that the engine oil and coolant levels are a few points which you should be damaged. For trouble-free operation, keep the photocells clean and... and exterior rearview mirrors. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG When equipped with a maximum slope of stickers to page 94. Do not attach any kind of 50%. ... glass, refer to the road conditions. 138nGeneral driving notes Driving your X5 On poor roads When you are driving on poor roads, there are near the max mark, refer to...
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Engine compartment essentials 151n 530de341 1 Engine oil dipstick 152 2 Brake fluid reservoir, located beneath the microfilter cover 155 3 Auxiliary terminal for jump starting 174 4 Coolant expansion tank 154 5 Engine oil filler neck 152 Data Index Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG 6 Reservoir for windshield and headlamp washer system 152 Repairs Maintenance Controls Overview
Engine compartment essentials 151n 530de341 1 Engine oil dipstick 152 2 Brake fluid reservoir, located beneath the microfilter cover 155 3 Auxiliary terminal for jump starting 174 4 Coolant expansion tank 154 5 Engine oil filler neck 152 Data Index Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG 6 Reservoir for windshield and headlamp washer system 152 Repairs Maintenance Controls Overview
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...These oils may be at ambient temyour health.< perature. 2. e. 154nEngine oil Coolant Do not open . Your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center knows which additives are in the area where you could damage your BMW. The selection of the expanAlways observe all ambient temperatures. The engine must be ...used for your Checking coolant level engine. The coolant level is correct when the end of the red float is comprised...
...These oils may be at ambient temyour health.< perature. 2. e. 154nEngine oil Coolant Do not open . Your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center knows which additives are in the area where you could damage your BMW. The selection of the expanAlways observe all ambient temperatures. The engine must be ...used for your Checking coolant level engine. The coolant level is correct when the end of the red float is comprised...
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...ensure the safety and reliFLUID appears in tightly-closed original conadding brake fluid or for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG Index Data Brake fluid is hygroscopic, that is familiar with hot engine parts and cause DOT 4 brake fluids. For this situation, Always observe ...all applicable refer to the Service and Warranty level. Coolant 4. Brake fluid Brake fluid level 155n Online Edition for determining tainers kept well away from the air If the warning lamp lights up or over...
...ensure the safety and reliFLUID appears in tightly-closed original conadding brake fluid or for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG Index Data Brake fluid is hygroscopic, that is familiar with hot engine parts and cause DOT 4 brake fluids. For this situation, Always observe ...all applicable refer to the Service and Warranty level. Coolant 4. Brake fluid Brake fluid level 155n Online Edition for determining tainers kept well away from the air If the warning lamp lights up or over...
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... tires, refer to Special features of winter tires 149 All-wheel drive, refer to xDrive 94 Antenna, refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure Antifreeze coolant 154 washer fluid 152 Antilock Brake System ABS 91 warning lamp 20 Anti-theft alarm system, refer to Alarm system 38 Anti-theft system 30... 36 Automatic speed reduction for descents, refer to HDC Hill Descent Control 94 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG
... tires, refer to Special features of winter tires 149 All-wheel drive, refer to xDrive 94 Antenna, refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure Antifreeze coolant 154 washer fluid 152 Antilock Brake System ABS 91 warning lamp 20 Anti-theft alarm system, refer to Alarm system 38 Anti-theft system 30... 36 Automatic speed reduction for descents, refer to HDC Hill Descent Control 94 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG
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... Convenience opening mode panorama glass roof 31 windows 31 Convenience operation from outside 33 panorama glass roof 33 windows 33 Coolant 154 level 154 temperature gauge 76 warning lamp 76 Coolant temperature 76 Coolant temperature gauge 76 Cooling, maximum 110 Cooling, refer to Air conditioning 105, 110 Temperature 105, 109 Copyright 4 Cornering light... Distance to destination 86 Distance warning, refer to PDC Park Distance Control 90 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG Index Data Repairs Maintenance Controls Overview
... Convenience opening mode panorama glass roof 31 windows 31 Convenience operation from outside 33 panorama glass roof 33 windows 33 Coolant 154 level 154 temperature gauge 76 warning lamp 76 Coolant temperature 76 Coolant temperature gauge 76 Cooling, maximum 110 Cooling, refer to Air conditioning 105, 110 Temperature 105, 109 Copyright 4 Cornering light... Distance to destination 86 Distance warning, refer to PDC Park Distance Control 90 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG Index Data Repairs Maintenance Controls Overview
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...137, 138 Driving on poor roads 138 Driving stability control 92 Driving tips, refer to Driving notes 137 Driving your X5 138 Dry air, refer to Air conditioning 105, 110 DSC Dynamic Stability Control 92 warning lamp 22 DVD changer,.../warning lamp 19 Engine oil temperature gauge 75 Engine output, refer to Engine specifications 180 Engine overheating, refer to Coolant temperature gauge 76 Engine specifications 180 Engine speed, refer to Engine specifications 180 Environmentally friendly driving, refer to Energy ... alarms 39 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG
...137, 138 Driving on poor roads 138 Driving stability control 92 Driving tips, refer to Driving notes 137 Driving your X5 138 Dry air, refer to Air conditioning 105, 110 DSC Dynamic Stability Control 92 warning lamp 22 DVD changer,.../warning lamp 19 Engine oil temperature gauge 75 Engine output, refer to Engine specifications 180 Engine overheating, refer to Coolant temperature gauge 76 Engine specifications 180 Engine speed, refer to Engine specifications 180 Environmentally friendly driving, refer to Energy ... alarms 39 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG
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... to Parked car ventilation 113 Indicating elements 15, 17, 18 Indicator/warning lamp airbags 57 alarm system 38 automatic transmission with Steptronic 67 brakes 155 coolant temperature 76 DSC 92 engine temperature 76 fasten safety belts 49 Flat Tire Monitor 99 front fog lamps 102 reserve 75 self-leveling suspension 95... for vehicle jack 170 Jumpering, refer to Jump starting 174 Jump starting 174 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG
... to Parked car ventilation 113 Indicating elements 15, 17, 18 Indicator/warning lamp airbags 57 alarm system 38 automatic transmission with Steptronic 67 brakes 155 coolant temperature 76 DSC 92 engine temperature 76 fasten safety belts 49 Flat Tire Monitor 99 front fog lamps 102 reserve 75 self-leveling suspension 95... for vehicle jack 170 Jumpering, refer to Jump starting 174 Jump starting 174 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG
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... climate control 109 Temperature display interior temperature 109 outside temperature 73, 80 outside temperature warning 73 setting the units 73, 80 197n Temperature of coolant, refer to Coolant temperature gauge 76 Temperature warning 73 Tempomat, refer to Cruise control 71 Thigh support adjustment 45 Third brake lamp refer to Center brake lamp... inflation pressure monitoring, refer to Flat Tire Monitor 98 Tire Quality Grading 145 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG Index Data Repairs Maintenance Controls Overview
... climate control 109 Temperature display interior temperature 109 outside temperature 73, 80 outside temperature warning 73 setting the units 73, 80 197n Temperature of coolant, refer to Coolant temperature gauge 76 Temperature warning 73 Tempomat, refer to Cruise control 71 Thigh support adjustment 45 Third brake lamp refer to Center brake lamp... inflation pressure monitoring, refer to Flat Tire Monitor 98 Tire Quality Grading 145 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG Index Data Repairs Maintenance Controls Overview