Self-leveling suspension* 2-axle self-leveling suspension*
97n
The warning lamp for the self-
leveling suspension comes on,
or the message "SELFLEVEL
SUSP.INACT" appears in the Check
Control: there is a malfunction in the
self-leveling suspension.
The concept
Your vehicle is equipped with 2-axle
a new command during the adjustment
process.
self-leveling suspension acting on both When the vehicle is stationary, the sys-
the front and rear suspension. This sys-
tem combines automatic self-leveling,
which compensates for variations in
tem executes ride-height changes in
both directions – up and down – when-
ever the doors are closed. The liftgate/
tailgate may be open. The system
Stop and inspect the vehicle. If the rear front-to-rear load-distribution patterns,
of the vehicle is visibly lower than the
front, possibly accompanied by a tilt
noticeable when you compare the left
rear with the right rear, please respond
by immediately proceeding to the near-
est BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center.
Drive with appropriate caution in the
meantime. The vehicle has reduced
ground clearance and driving comfort
may be noticeably reduced.
with a selection feature allowing drivers raises the vehicle only when the engine
to choose from among several ride-
height options.
is running.
The system's automatic self-leveling
feature automatically compensates for
variations in the vehicle's load.
You may choose from among the fol-
lowing ride heights:
>
Normal
Frequent changes in ride height
initiated at short intervals can
overheat the compressor, causing the
system to briefly suspend active opera-
tion.<
The standard setting is intended for
most operating conditions, including
trailer towing
Off-Road
Increased level for more ground
clearance
>
>
Even when the position of the vehicle is
normal, have the system checked as
soon as possible when a malfunction is
indicated.
Access
Lowers vehicle for more convenient
cargo handling or easier passenger
entries and exits.
Changes in ride height are initiated
either manually, using the control but-
ton, refer to page 98, or automatically in
response to specific speeds. When the
ride height is selected manually, the
driver has the additional option of revis-
ing the ride-height selection by entering
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| Categories | BMW Manuals, BMW X5 Manuals |
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| Tags | BMW E53, BMW X5 3.0i, BMW X5 4.4i, BMW X5 4.8is |
| Model Year | 2004 |
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