At a glance

These overviews of buttons, switches and displays are intended to familiarize you with your vehicle. You will also become quickly acquainted with the available control concepts and options.

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Drive away without delay
Do not wait for the engine to warm up while the vehicle remains stationary. Start driving right away, but at moderate engine speeds. This is the fastest way for the cold engine to reach its ope ...

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. ...

Display on the Control Display
Switching on the backup camera via the iDrive With PDC activated: "Rear view camera" The backup camera image is displayed. The setting is stored for the remote control currently in ...