The concept
The parking brake is primarily intended to prevent the vehicle from rolling while parked; it brakes the rear wheels.

See also:
Left and right roadside parking lamps
The vehicle can be illuminated on one side.
Switching on
After parking the vehicle, press the lever up or
down beyond the resistance point for approx.
2 seconds, arrow 3.
The roadside parking la ...
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. ...
Switching on
Using the button
Using the button
Press the button.
The LED lights up.
The current status of the parking space search
is indicated on the Control Display.
Parking assistant is activated
a ...
