Driving through water

Maximum water depth:

▷ BMW X5: 20 inches/50 cm.
▷ BMW X6: 17 inches/45 cm.

Only drive through water up to the above-mentioned 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.◀

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    Releasing
    With the ignition switched on: Manual transmission: Press the switch while the brake or clutch is pressed. Automatic transmission: Press the switch while the brake is pressed or transmission ...

    Switching on automatically
    With the engine running or the ignition switched on, shift the selector lever into position R. ...

    The concept
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