User manual BMW X5

[. . . ] Owner's Manual for Vehicle Contents The Ultimate Driving Machine A to Z Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG X5 3. 0i X5 4. 4i X5 4. 8is Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG Congratulations, and thank you for choosing a BMW. Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide you with enhanced control and security when you drive it. [. . . ] Safe braking, refer to page 140. EBV controls the brake system's application pressure at the rear wheels to ensure stable deceleration. DBC Dynamic Brake Control When the brake pedal is depressed rapidly, this system automatically generates a maximum boost of braking force and thus aids in keeping braking distances as short as possible during full braking. This system exploits all of the benefits provided by ABS. Do not reduce the pressure on the brake pedal for the duration of the brake application. DBC is deactivated when you release the brake pedal. Repairs Data Maintenance EBV Electronic brake-force distribution Controls Overview 92nAntilock Brake System DSC Dynamic Stability Control The concept DSC prevents the drive wheels from slipping when starting off and accelerating. DSC also identifies unstable driving conditions, such as a loss of traction at the rear of the vehicle or sliding of the vehicle in its front wheels. Under these circumstances, DSC helps the vehicle maintain a safe course within the physical limits by reducing the engine output and by applying the brakes in the individual wheels. The DSC is operational every time you start the engine. The laws of physics cannot be repealed, even with DSC. An appropriate driving style always remains the responsibility of the driver. So please do not further limit the additional safety margin by taking unnecessary risks. < Malfunctions Please be absolutely sure to follow instructions regarding possible combinations of indicator lights on page 20. Indicator lamp The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out shortly after the engine is started. The indicator lamp flashes: DSC is active and is regulating drive and braking force. The indicator lamp stays lit: DSC has been switched off using the button and the stabilizing interventions are no longer available. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG DSC Dynamic Stability Control > If the wheels churn on muddy surfaces > When driving with snow chains. When the DSC system is switched off, braking maneuvers may subject the brakes to additional loads. Automatic limitation of braking action may briefly occur in order to limit brake temperatures. To maintain vehicle stability, always drive with the system switched on when possible. < 93n 530de414 530de414 Switching DSC off Press the button; the indicator lamp comes on and stays on. Stabilizing interventions of the chassis control system DSC are no longer available. However, the braking interventions that simulate the function of the differential lock continue to be active. In the following exceptional circumstances, it may be effective to switch off the DSC for a short period: > When rocking a stuck vehicle free and when starting off in deep snow or on loose road surfaces > On sandy road surfaces > On poor surfaces with deep ruts Switching DSC on Press the button a second time – the indicator lamp goes out. DSC is now activated. Malfunctions Please be sure to read the information on the DSC Dynamic Stability Control/ xDrive warning lamp on page 22 and on the possible lamp combinations that can light up on page 20. Repairs Index Online Edition for Part No. [. . . ] 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG Capacities Notes Fuel tank including a reserve of: X5 3. 0i X5 4. 4i, 4. 8is Windshield washer system with headlamp washer system Engine with oil filter change X5 3. 0i X5 4. 4i, 4. 8is gal. /liters gal. /liters gal. /liters quarts/liters approx. 7. 8 For details: page 152 BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil. For details: page 153 183n Fuel specification: page 26 quarts/liters quarts/liters 8. 0/7. 5 8. 5/8. 0 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG Index Data Repairs Maintenance Controls Overview 184 Online Edition for Part No. [. . . ]