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Safety switch for the rear
Press the button on the driver's door if children are being transported in the rear. This locks various functions so that they cannot be operated from the rear: safety switch. ...

Lingering Issues
The X5 hasn't aged well. The styling — unchanged since the second generation hit dealerships in late 2006 — looks expressive up front but ham-handed in back. From the glove compartment to the cent ...

Upholstery material care
Vacuum regularly with a vacuum cleaner. If they are very dirty, e.g., beverage stains, use a soft sponge or microfiber cloth with a suitable interior cleaner. Clean the upholstery down to the se ...