Driving through water
Maximum water depth:
▷ BMW X5: 20 inches/50 cm.
▷ BMW X6: 17 inches/45 cm.
Adhere to water depth and speed limitations
Only drive through water up to the above-mentioned
depth at no greater than walking speed;
otherwise, the engine, electrical system, and
transmission can be damaged.◀
See also:
Radio ready state and ignition off
All indicator and warning lamps as well as displays
in the instrument cluster go out.
Transmission position P with the ignition
off
When the ignition is switched off, position P is
engaged a ...
General information
Danger of burns from hot engine
Do not open the cooling system while the
engine is hot; otherwise, escaping coolant may
cause burns.◀
Suitable additives
Only use suitable additives; o ...
Radio ready state
Activate radio ready state:
▷ When the ignition is switched off: press ON/
OFF button on the radio.
▷ When the engine is running: press START/
STOP button.
Some electronic systems/p ...