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Driving comfort
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Driving comfort
Vehicle equipment
Adaptive M suspension
Professional
This chapter describes equipment, systems
and functions which are offered or may be of-
fered in future on a model-specific basis, even
if they are not included in the vehicle in ques-
tion.
The Adaptive M suspension Professional is an
actively controlled suspension and includes the
following systems:
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Integral Active Steering, see page 230.
For further information:
Vehicle equipment, see page 8.
Adaptive M suspension
Active Roll Stabilisation
Principle
The adaptive M suspension is an intelligent,
controllable sport suspension.
Principle
Active roll stabilisation reduces body lean that
occurs when cornering at high speed or taking
sudden avoidance manoeuvres.
The suspension reduces body movements
with a sporty driving style or on an uneven
road.
General
The side incline of the vehicle is compensated
by continual adjustments on the front and rear
axle. Thus, the vehicle is constantly stabilised.
General
The intelligent control of the suspension in-
creases the driving dynamics and driving com-
fort depending on the road condition and driv-
ing style.
Agility and driving comfort are increased in all
driving conditions.
Depending on the equipment, the rear-axle
locking differential can be adapted to the re-
spective traction conditions as necessary.
Setting
The system offers various settings, from com-
fortable travel to sporty driving.
Setting
The settings are assigned to the different drive
modes of Driving Experience Control.
The system offers various shock absorber set-
tings, from comfortable travel to sporty driving.
For further information:
The shock absorbers are adjusted depending
on the selected drive mode as well as the road
condition and driving style.
Driving Experience Control, see page 146.
For further information:
Driving Experience Control, see page 146.
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Lowest vehicle level, for driving at higher
speeds.
Adaptive suspension
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Normal level:
Principle
Standard level, for normal roads and nor-
mal speeds.
The adaptive suspension is an intelligent con-
trollable suspension.
High level 1:
The suspension reduces body movements
with a sporty driving style or on an uneven
road.
Raised vehicle level, for easy terrain at a
reduced speed.
At higher speeds, the vehicle is lowered if
necessary.
General
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High level 2:
The intelligent control of the suspension in-
creases the driving dynamics and driving com-
fort depending on the road condition and driv-
ing style.
Highest vehicle level, for very bumpy terrain
in the lowest speed range.
At higher speeds, the vehicle is lowered if
necessary.
For further information:
Two-axle ride level control
Driving Experience Control, see page 146.
Principle
Safety information
The two-axle ride level control uses air springs
to ensure the best possible driving comfort.
The vehicle is maintained at the set vehicle
level regardless of the load.
WARNING
Parts of the body may become trapped or
vehicle components damaged when adjust-
ing the vehicle level. There is a danger of in-
jury or material damage. When adjusting the
vehicle level, make sure that the movement
ranges around the vehicle and the wheel
arches are kept clear.
General
The drive modes of the Driving Experience
Control can be used to adjust the shock ab-
sorber settings from comfortable to sporty.
Depending on the driving situation, the vehicle
level can be set to different levels:
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Entry level:
Overview
Lowest vehicle level that can be set.
Rocker switch in the vehicle
It is possible to set the entry level at a
standstill with the following options:
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With the rocker switch in the centre con-
sole.
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With the button in the lower tailgate.
With the My BMW app.
When you drive off, the vehicle is raised ac-
cording to the selected drive mode.
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Sport level:
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Rocker switch for self-levelling
suspension.
Setting the vehicle level manually
Button on the lower tailgate
Press the rocker switch forwards:
The vehicle is raised to the next-higher vehicle
level.
Pull the rocker switch backwards:
The vehicle is lowered by one level.
Button for self-levelling suspension.
LED display on the rocker switch
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LED illuminated: display of the current vehi-
cle level.
Operating requirements
All doors are closed.
LED flashes: adjustment procedure active.
The vehicle is raised or lowered.
Opening a door while raising or lowering the
vehicle interrupts the process. Once the door
has been closed, the process continues.
LED flashes rapidly: the selected vehicle
level is not currently possible.
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LED off: the system is deactivated.
Activating/deactivating self-levelling
suspension
The system can be deactivated, e.g. for a
wheel change or for towing.
All LEDs on the rocker switch flash: the sys-
tem is initialising. The selected vehicle level
is shown after initialisation, if applicable.
Setting the vehicle level
automatically
Push the rocker switch forwards or pull it back-
wards and hold for approx. 7 seconds.
When the rocker switch is released, the LED
indicates the system status.
While driving
The vehicle will lower automatically in the
following situations:
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LED lights up: self-levelling suspension is
activated.
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When switching to SPORT driving mode.
At higher speeds.
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LED goes out: self-levelling suspension is
deactivated.
If the vehicle leaves the set vehicle level due to
the speed, the vehicle level is set according to
the selected drive mode.
After moving off at speeds above approx.
10 km/h, approx. 6 mph, self-levelling suspen-
sion is automatically activated.
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In the event of a flat tyre
Setting the vehicle level
If a loss of tyre inflation pressure is detected
on one wheel, the wheel load is automatically
reduced to increase the possible distance trav-
elled. In this situation, only the normal level is
available.
For safety reasons, lowering is only possible
from the normal level or the sport level.
1. Apply the parking brake and switch off
drive-ready state with the Start/Stop but-
ton.
2. Close the doors.
Adjusting the vehicle level with the
button in the lower tailgate
3. In the My BMW app, switch to the menu for
the entry level and follow the instructions in
the app.
Principle
For further information:
When the tailgate is open, the button on the
tailgate can be used to lower the vehicle to the
entry level and raise it again for easier loading
and unloading.
Owner's Handbook for Navigation, Entertain-
ment, Communication, see page 6.
Cancelling the adjustment procedure
An adjustment process that was started in the
My BMW app can be cancelled with the app.
Setting the vehicle level
Press the button on the lower tailgate.
The vehicle is lowered to the entry
level. Press the button again to raise.
Extended stationary periods
The vehicle may lower itself during extended
stationary periods. This is not a malfunction.
The change of level is indicated by the flashing
of the LED in the button.
If drive-ready state is switched on with the
doors closed, the vehicle is automatically
raised to the normal level.
During the raising process, the vehicle is raised
from the entry level to the last level selected or
to the normal level.
It may take several minutes to raise to normal
level, depending on the vehicle condition.
Cancelling the adjustment procedure
Press the button again. The vehicle is raised or
lowered back to the desired level.
System limits
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A change of vehicle level may not be possi-
ble during sporty driving.
Lowering the vehicle level with the
My BMW App
It may not be possible to change the vehicle
level when the axles are articulated.
It may only be possible to raise the vehicle
level in the drive-ready state.
Principle
With the My BMW App and a compatible Apple
iPhone, the vehicle level can be set when sta-
tionary, for example, for easier loading or more
convenient entry.
If the vehicle battery charge level is too low,
it may not be possible to change to another
vehicle level.
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If the vehicle level is changed several times
in quick succession, the system switches
itself off in order to protect against over-
heating, and the system is either tempo-
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rarily unavailable, or system operation is
delayed. Allow the system to cool down if
necessary.
Overview
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If the payload is increased, the highest driv-
ing level may be disabled or automatically
exited to protect the system.
If the trailer socket is occupied, only the
normal level is available.
Malfunction
A Check Control message is shown.
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xOffroad: button
xOffroad: rocker switch
In case of a malfunction, the vehicle will have
changed handling characteristics or a noticea-
bly restricted driving comfort.
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Activating xOFFROAD driving mode
Have the system checked by an authorised
Service Partner or another qualified Service
Partner or a specialist workshop.
Press the key.
or
xOffroad package
Push the rocker switch forwards or pull it back.
The following functions are carried out:
Principle
The xOffroad package supports the driver
when driving in off-road conditions or in the
event of reduced traction.
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The LED in the button illuminates.
The following xOFFROAD driving mode is
set: "xGRAVEL".
For further information:
xOFFROAD driving modes in detail, see
General
The system offers a choice of four different
xOFFROAD driving modes. When an xOFF-
ROAD driving mode is switched on, individual
systems in the vehicle are adjusted for the best
possible traction and driving stability.
Setting the xOFFROAD driving
mode
xOFFROAD driving modes can be selected ac-
cording to the ground conditions.
The vehicle level is adjusted for the respective
xOFFROAD driving mode with two-axle ride
level control.
Observe the information in the driving hints
chapter on driving on poor road surfaces.
For further information:
Press the rocker switch forwards or pull it
backwards until the desired xOFFROAD driv-
ing mode is displayed in the instrument cluster.
Driving on poor road surfaces, see page 338.
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Deactivating xOFFROAD driving
mode
xOFFROAD
driving mode
Settings
Press the key.
"xGRAVEL"
Setting for easy terrain.
The LED in the button is no longer illu-
minated.
The high level 1 of the two-
axle ride level control is set.
The last drive mode set via Driving Experience
Control is activated.
"xSAND"
Setting for difficult terrain
with loose ground.
The high level 1 of the two-
axle ride level control is set.
If a drive mode is selected via Driving Dynam-
ics Control, the xOffroad driving mode is auto-
matically deactivated.
For maximum traction, deac-
tivate Dynamic Stability Con-
trol.
xOFFROAD driving modes in detail
In order to avoid automatic
activation of Dynamic Stabil-
ity Control by the front-colli-
sion warning, deactivate the
front-collision warning if nec-
essary.
When xOFFROAD driving modes are switched
on, the following vehicle settings are made:
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The Automatic Start/Stop function is
switched off.
The shift characteristics and the response
to the accelerator pedal are adapted.
"xROCKS"
Setting for difficult terrain
with severe unevenness on
the ground.
The all-wheel drive system is set for opti-
mum traction.
The response characteristics of the Anti-
lock Braking System are adapted.
The high level 2 of the two-
axle ride level control is set.
The response characteristics of the Dy-
namic Stability Control are adapted.
For maximum traction, deac-
tivate Dynamic Stability Con-
trol.
Depending on the selected xOFFROAD driving
mode, additional vehicle settings are made.
In order to avoid automatic
activation of Dynamic Stabil-
ity Control by the front-colli-
sion warning, deactivate the
front-collision warning if nec-
essary.
"xSNOW"
Setting for slippery roads.
The shift characteristics of
the transmissions are set to
smooth gear changes. The
vehicle may move off in sec-
ond gear.
The characteristics of the
accelerator pedal are opti-
mised for smooth drivability.
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For further information:
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Front-collision warning, see page 192.
xOFFROAD display
Activating an xOFFROAD driving mode auto-
matically opens the xOFFROAD display in Live
Vehicle menu.
The following information is displayed:
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Distribution of drive torques to wheels.
Longitudinal inclination: specified in per-
cent.
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Transverse inclination: specified in degrees.
Graphic of the wheel angle.
With navigation system: elevation at current
position.
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Self-levelling suspension of the two-axle
ride level control.
For further information:
Live Vehicle, see page 157.
System limits
At higher speeds, the properties of the selec-
ted xOFFROAD driving mode may be reduced.
BMW IconicSounds
Depending on the equipment and national-
market version, the drive sound of the vehicle
can be adjusted with BMW IconicSounds.
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle apps"
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Drivetrain and chassis"
5. "IconicSounds"
6. Select the desired setting.
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