External devices

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Instrument lighting
Adjusting The parking lamps or low beams must be switched on to adjust the brightness. Adjust the brightness using the thumbwheel. ...

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. ...

BMW X5: lower tailgate
Opening Opening Pull the lever and swing the tailgate downward. The opened tailgate can be loaded with up to 550 lbs/250 kg. Closing Fold the tailgate up and press closed. ...