Quiz: how well do you know your BMW X5?

18 questions. After each answer you get a short explanation and a link to the manual page that covers it in detail.

Your BMW X5 shows a remaining range of under 50 km. What should you do?
Refuel right away to avoid risking engine damage. The tank holds 70 litres including an 8-litre reserve. Below 50 km range the message stays on the display, and driving on risks engine damage. Fuel level gauge

During the first 2000 km of running-in a petrol BMW, what limits should you not exceed?
4500 rpm and 160 km/h. Diesels have lower limits: 3500 rpm and 150 km/h. Also avoid full load and Kick-Down during running-in. Break-in

At what tread depth do the TWI wear indicators show the legal wear limit of a tyre has been reached?
1.6 mm. Below 3 mm aquaplaning risk rises, and winter tyres below 4 mm lose winter suitability. TWI marks sit around the tyre circumference. Minimum Tread Depth

How often should you check tyre pressure, including the compact spare wheel?
At least twice a month and before long trips. Pressure values are on the door pillar, visible when the driver's door is open. After correcting pressure, initialise the tyre defect indicator. Tire Inflation Pressure

When towing a car with a rigid tow bar, what must be true of the towing vehicle?
It must be heavier than the towed car. Otherwise it loses steering control. Towing eyes should be on the same side of both cars; diagonal placement limits cornering and creates side force. Towing Methods

Where is the detachable tow bar with ball coupling stored in the X5?
In the luggage compartment under the floor. A factory-fitted towbar comes with reinforced rear suspension. The body reinforcement reduces the effectiveness of the rear bumper's energy-absorbing system. Trailer Hitch

What is the minimum load that should be on the tow coupling when towing a trailer?
25 kg. Tow-bar load also reduces the maximum payload. Always initialise the tyre defect indicator after hitching or unhitching a trailer. Before Driving

What happens when you press the central locking button inside the car with the front doors closed?
Doors and boot lock, but alarm is not armed and fuel flap stays unlocked. The driver's door lock button can't be pressed down while that door is open, so you don't lock yourself out. Always take the keys with you. Opening and closing: from inside

After how long without input is the BMW Online connection automatically ended to save costs?
5 minutes. After the ignition is switched off, the connection is also dropped after roughly 30 seconds. Exiting BMW Online

How many BMW Assist "My Info" messages can the display show at once?
Ten. To receive new ones you must first delete existing messages via Options > Delete. My Info

How do you jump from one iDrive main menu to another without pressing the menu button?
Push and hold the controller in that direction for over 2 seconds. The four main menus are Communication, Navigation, Entertainment and Climate. Pressing the menu button twice returns you to the start menu. Main menu

After you swap discs in the CD changer magazine, which disc does playback begin from?
The lowest, CD 1, Track 1. When one disc ends, the next one plays automatically. The display shows how many discs are loaded. CD changer: starting CD playback

What does the "TP AUTO" setting do for traffic information?
Automatically selects the station with best reception. Selecting a station that broadcasts traffic information switches traffic announcements on automatically. Selecting a Traffic Channel

When can you adjust the navigation voice guidance volume?
Only during an announcement. Repeat the last announcement and turn the knob during it. This setting doesn't change audio or video volume and is stored per key. Voice Route Guidance

How many via points can you set on a route in the "Business" navigation system?
One or two. They can be towns or road junctions offered depending on route length. Select "Calculate" to get the new route. Selecting Waypoints

Where in iDrive can you see the list of upcoming service items and statutory inspections?
Menu > Service > Service requirements > Status. Symbols show whether service isn't due yet, is due, or has been missed. Select an entry for details. Detailed information

How do roof racks and wide tyres affect your X5?
They change mass and drag, noticeably affecting performance and fuel use. Official consumption is measured by a standard method and isn't the same as real average consumption, which depends on driving style, load, weather and tyre pressure. Fuel consumption, carbon dioxide emissions (Q)

How are optional equipment items marked in the BMW owner's manual?
With an asterisk. The manual covers all equipment offered, even what your car may lack. Right-hand-drive cars have slightly different control layouts than shown. Your Vehicle

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