BMW X5: Search for an upgrade
Standby must be turned on to search for a software upgrade.
Automatic search
The vehicle regularly searches for updates in the background.
Manual search
1. "CAR".
2. "Settings".
3. "General settings".
4. "Remote Software Upgrade".
5. "Search for upgrades".
6. Follow the instructions on the Control Display.
Download of an upgrade
Automatic download
The available data for Remote Software Upgrade is automatically loaded into the vehicle. The download does not require an approval.
Via BMW app
If an upgrade is available, information about the new software version is displayed in the BMW app.
The data for the upgrade can then be downloaded to a mobile device, for instance via an existing WLAN connection.
The data can then be transmitted from the mobile device to the vehicle.
This transmission method accelerates the download of the data, for instance in areas with limited mobile network availability.
1. Download the upgrade in the BMW app to the smartphone.
2. Follow the instructions in the BMW app.
3. Establish connection to the vehicle.
- iOS: connect Bluetooth audio and WLAN.
- Android: connect WLAN.
The data transfer of the upgrade from the mobile device to the vehicle occurs in the background only while driving.
4. Follow the instructions on the Control Display.
Additional information: Connecting mobile devices to the vehicle.
Information about the version
General information
The information about the version contains a description of the updates that are included in the Remote Software Upgrade. During the download and after the installation has been completed successfully, the information about the version can be displayed on the Control Display.
This information is also available in the ConnectedDrive customer portal.
Displaying information
Display in the vehicle:
1. "CAR".
2. "Settings".
3. "General settings".
4. "Remote Software Upgrade".
5. "Info about version".
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Installing the upgrade
General information
The installation of the upgrade may result in a
deletion of software changes such as performance
increases that have not been installed
by the manufacturer of the vehicle.
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Time
Setting the time zone
1. "CAR".
2. "Settings".
3. "General settings".
4. "Date and time".
5. "Time zone:".
6. Select the desired setting.
Setting the time
1. "CAR".
2. "Settings".
3. "General s
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Ignition Management
Most of the ignition system components have remained the same for all NG6
engines for 2007. There are some
minor changes to the ignition coils that apply to all versions. The coils have
been optimized for more durability.
Spark Plugs
The spark plugs for the N51 and N52KP remain the same as N52. Ho
Removing And Installing Automatic Transmission (GA6HP26Z) N62TU
Special tools required:
00 2 030
23 0 132
23 4 050
24 1 110
24 2 390
24 4 160
23 4 161
24 4 165
IMPORTANT: After completion of work, check transmission oil level.
Use only the approved transmission fluid.
Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage
to the
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