Using this Owner's Manual
The fastest way to find information on a particular topic is by using the index.
An initial overview of the vehicle is provided in the first chapter.
Updates made after the editorial deadline
Any updates made after the editorial deadline for the Owner's Manuals are located in the appendix of the printed quick reference for the vehicle.
Additional sources of information
Should you have any questions, your service center will be glad to advise you at any time.
Information on BMW, e.g., on technology, is available on the Internet: bmwusa.com.
See also:
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 ...
Using the remote control
General informa
Take the remote control with you
People or animals left unattended in a
parked vehicle can lock the doors from the inside.
Always take the remote control with you
when leaving th ...
Switching the rear automatic climate
control on/off
1. "Settings"
2. "Climate"
3. "Rear climate control"
The rear automatic climate control is not operational
if the automatic climate control is
switched off or if t ...