Headlight Aim Adjustment
Halogen Headlights

To prevent the headlights from dazzling drivers of oncoming vehicles, the headlight aiming must be adjusted to match the vehicle load.
Sedan
Values after the slash apply when towing a trailer.
0 / 1 = 1–2 persons and empty luggage compartment
1 / 1 = 5 persons and empty luggage compartment
1 / 2 = 5 persons and luggage in luggage compartment
2 / 2 = 1 person and full luggage compartment
Observe the permissible rear axle load limits.
Touring
With any load level – 0.
Exception: 1 person, full luggage compartment and trailer – 1.
Observe the permissible rear axle load limits.
Xenon headlights
The headlight aim is adjusted automatically (for example, during acceleration, braking and depending on the vehicle load).
Test yourself
A quick BMW X5 quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.