Vehicle owner's manual BMW X5 E53

Preface to the BMW X5 E53 repair manual
This Manual is a guide to the operation, maintenance and repair of BMW X5 series cars with an E53 body, manufactured since January 1999 in the USA and since...

Abbreviations used in the manual
ABS anti-lock braking system; BMW AG Joint Stock Company "Bavarian Motor Works"; DDE electronic control system of gasoline engine; DME electronic diesel engine...

General data of the BMW X5 E53 car
The new model of the BMW AG (Germany) series "X5" with the body "E53" type "Crossover" was presented to the consumer in January 1999 in the USA and in the...

Controls and instrument panel
Governing bodies The arrangement of the controls of the BMW X5 series car with the E53 body is shown in Fig. 1.10. Fig. 1.10. Vehicle controls: 1 - light...

Control signals and indicators
Control and signal lamps (indicators) BMW X5 E53, marked with the "[1]" icon, when the ignition key is turned to position "2" they light up for a while and go...

Multifunctional steering wheel
The multifunctional steering wheel of the BMW X5 E53 (MFL) is equipped with control buttons (Fig. 1.13): radio receiver: air conditioner in recirculation mode;...

Digital and analog devices
The installation of digital and analog instruments depends on the model and configuration of the vehicle. Total mileage counter Total mileage counter (1, Fig....

Automatic diagnostic system
The automatic diagnostic system (ADS) of the BMW X5 E53 operates only when the ignition is on (position "2") and constantly monitors the condition and...

End of trip messages
All BMW X5 E53 faults detected during the trip can be read from the ASSEMBLIES SYSTEM when the ignition key is turned to position "0". With the ignition key...

On-board computer
The display of the on-board computer is displayed on the instrument panel and is located between the speedometer and tachometer scales with an econometer. The...

Ignition switch
The ignition switch (Fig. 1.19) is installed on the steering column and is designed to supply power to the vehicle systems during authorized engine starting,...

Switches in the car interior
Central panel keys The central panel keys are located under the control unit of the heating and ventilation unit/air conditioner and are arranged in one row,...

Instrument lighting
When the lighting is on, you can smoothly adjust the brightness of the instrument panel lighting. The knurled adjustment wheel (Fig. 1.23) is located next to...

Fog lights and lamps
The fog light switch is a key type, located on the instrument panel, to the left of the steering column and has two on/off keys (Fig. 1.24). The left key turns...

High beam and parking lights
The direction indicators work only when the ignition is on and have four positions and are switched on by a lever switch (Fig. 1.25): from the steering wheel...

Windscreen wipers front and rear
The windshield wipers and washers are controlled by a lever switch (Fig. 1.26) located to the right of the steering column and has seven positions (modes): "O"...

Window glass and window lifters
Window lifters The window lifts can be used after turning the ignition key to position "1" or higher. The control panel is located on the armrest of the...

Headlight re-adjustment
Reconfiguration of headlights is necessary when crossing the border with a different direction of movement. Reconfiguration of xenon headlights on a right-hand...

External body lighting
Replacement of lamps should be carried out in cotton gloves and protective glasses. It is forbidden to touch glass bulbs of lamps with bare hands. Lamp bulbs...

Interior lighting
The interior lighting is provided by several lamps and is controlled automatically. When the ignition is switched off, the key is set to the "0" position,...

Emergency light signaling
The hazard warning lights are activated by pressing the key switch (7, see Fig. 1.10) on the central console. The key backlight flashes periodically when the...

Correct seating position
Proper seating ensures muscle relaxation during a long journey. In combination with seat belts and airbags, proper seating plays an important role in ensuring...

Seat adjustment
The car can be equipped with several models of seats - standard, sports and comfortable, with mechanical or electric adjustment. The basic configuration...

Seat headrests
The center of the head restraint should be approximately level with the ear line, which reduces the risk of injury in the event of an accident. The head...

Rear view mirrors
The outside rear-view mirrors (Fig. 1.45) provide an overview of the traffic situation behind the vehicle. The position of the rear-view mirror is adjusted...

Central lock
The central locking system simultaneously locks and unlocks the doors, the upper trunk lid and the fuel filler flap. It only works if both front doors are...

Locking the rear doors
Attention! Transportation of children is permitted only in the rear seats, equipped with special child seats according to their age group. Locking the rear...

Refueling
The M54 and M62 engines of the car are designed to operate on unleaded gasoline - "Super-Plus" (AI-98), the use of gasoline "Super" or "Euro-Super" (AI-95) is...

Seat belts
Seat belts are designed to reduce the degree of injury in the event of a car accident. They are provided in all seats. It is necessary to fasten the BMW X5 E53...

Inflatable airbags
Inflatable air bags (IAB) are designed to protect the driver and front passenger in frontal and side collisions. In the event of an accident, only those IABs...

Parking brake
The parking brake is designed to hold the car in place when parking on a level road or on a slight slope. When the parking brake is applied (engaged), the rear...

Manual transmission (MT)
The car is equipped with two types of 5-speed gearboxes: with manual gear shifting (RCPP) and with automatic gear shifting (ATP). The six-speed RCPP can only...

Automatic transmission (AT)
The automatic transmission (AT) thanks to a special combination of mechanical and hydraulic transmission significantly increases efficiency when driving in 3rd...

Steering wheel adjustment
The position of the steering wheel can be changed in the longitudinal direction and by the angle of its inclination in two drive modes - mechanical and...

Electronic braking system
The electronic braking system consists of several systems, such as the anti-lock braking system (ABS), electronic brake force distribution (EBV) and dynamic...

Tire pressure monitoring system
Attention! The RDC system cannot warn of sudden and severe tire damage or rupture due to external factors. The tire pressure monitoring system (RDC) or tire...

Salon attributes
The interior attributes include elements that enhance the comfort of staying in the car. These include sun visors, a glove box and a box for glasses, a...

Air conditioner
All BMW cars of the X5 E-53 series have air conditioning in the cabin. This allows maintaining comfortable conditions in the cabin, regardless of the outside...

Air Conditioning Controls
Switches and keys are used to regulate and control the air conditioner (Fig. 1.70). First, the air supply program is set using switches (6, 7, 8), and then the...

Location of fuses
Fuses provide protection for electrical circuits and power consumption elements from overloads (disabling). If any of the current consumers fails, it must be...

Battery — care and charging
The storage battery (AB) is installed in the trunk, behind the right side trim. When working with the AB, observe safety precautions. To access the AB, you...

Wheel replacement
The spare wheel is located on the floor of the trunk, under the mat, it can be full-size or compact. The wheel must be replaced in the following order:...

Features of winter operation of a diesel engine
Drivers during winter operation of the BMW X5 E53 with a diesel engine in low temperature conditions (below minus 15°C) and its design features (presence of...

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