BMW X5 PLUG-IN HYBRID 2023 Climate Control System 

The climate control system in the 2023 BMW X5 Plug-In Hybrid is the pinnacle of car innovation. It combines cutting-edge technology with high-end comfort to make the driving experience unmatched. Dual-zone automatic climate control is normal, and a quad-zone option is available for even more customization. This is so that it can meet the needs of all of its passengers. This system makes sure that people inside stay relaxed with features like heated and ventilated seats, a heated steering wheel, and climate controls that can be added to the back seats. For people who care about the environment, the X5 Plug-In Hybrid lets the cabin be pre-cooled while the car is plugged in, which makes the best use of energy. The cabin air filtration system also improves the quality of the air, and the panoramic sunroof choice lets in natural light and makes the space feel bigger. The 2023 BMW X5 Plug-In Hybrid’s climate control system sets a new standard for luxury plug-in hybrid SUVs with its advanced controls and thoughtful features. It not only makes the ride more comfortable, but it also shows that the brand is committed to making every trip a sophisticated, climate-tailored experience.

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Vehicle features and options

BMW X5 PLUG-IN HYBRID 2023 Climate Control User Guide:
This chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features and functions that are not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due to the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations must be observed.

Air quality

General information
The air quality in the interior is improved by the following components:

• Emission-tested passenger compartment.
• Interior filter.
• Air conditioning system to control the temperature, airflow and recirculated-air mode.
• Stationary climate control.
• Ionizer.
• Fragrancing.
• Automatic recirculated air control.

Interior filter
The interior filter cleans the incoming fresh air or the circulated interior air in recirculation mode.
Depending on the equipment:

• Dust and pollen is filtered out from the in-flowing air.
• Nano-particle emissions are reduced.
• Gaseous pollutants are filtered.
• Microbial particles, viruses and allergens are filtered.

The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends having the interior filter changed during vehicle maintenance.

Automatic climate control

• Temperature.
• Maximum cooling.
• AUTO program.
• Air recirculation mode.
• Airflow, manual. Intensity AUTO program.
• Air distribution, manual.
• Defrost function.
• Rear window defroster.
• Depending on the equipment:
  Seat and armrest heating
  or
• Active seat ventilation
• Air conditioning.
  Open the Climate menu, such as for the following settings: up-per-body temperature adjustment, and pre-ventilation.

Some of the functions can also be used via voice, e.g., temperature.

Opening the Climate menu

• Press the button on the upper side.

The Climate menu is displayed.
For example, the following climate control functions can be accessed via the Climate menu:

• Fragrance.
• Air quality.
• Heating/ventilation.
• Pre-ventilation/heating

Individual settings can be entered for some of the climate functions, e.g., switching on/off, and intensity.

Switching climate control functions on/off

Turning on
Press one of the following buttons:

• Temperature.
• Climate/air conditioning menu
• Maximum cooling.
• AUTO program.
• Air recirculation mode.
• Upper side of the airflow, the manual button.
• Air distribution, manual.
• Defrosting the windshield

Turning off
Complete system:

• Button on the driver’s side:
• Press and hold the button until the integrated automatic climate control switches off.
• Button on the passenger’s side:
• Press and hold the bottom button.

Temperature

Principle
The automatic climate control cools or heats to the configured temperature and then keeps the temperature constant.
Setting the temperature

Using the button:

• Press the upper or lower button side to set the desired temperature.

Via iDrive:

1. CAR”
2. Settings”
3. Climate control”
4. Heating/ventilation”
5. Driver” or “Front passenger”
6. Temperature:”
7. Set the desired temperature.
8. OK”

Do not rapidly change between different temperature settings. Otherwise, the automatic climate control will not have sufficient time to adjust the set temperature.

The temperature of the ventilation

General information
The temperature of the ventilation in the upper body area can be adjusted.
The airflow of the ventilation in the upper body area heats or cools noticeably, depending on the adjusted temperature.
This does not change the set interior temperature for the driver and front passenger.
Adjust the temperature of the ventilation

1. CAR”
2. Settings”
3. Climate control”
4. Heating/ventilation”
5. Driver” or “Front passenger”
6. Temperature adjustment”
7. Set the desired temperature.

The temperature is individually adjusted, e.g. colder toward blue, warmer toward red.

Air conditioning

Principle
The air in the interior will be cooled and dehumidified and, depending on the temperature setting, warmed again.

Functional requirement
The car’s interior can be cooled with the drive-ready or standby state switched on.
Switch air conditioning on/off

Using the button:

• Press the button on the lower side.

Via iDrive:

1. CAR”
2. Settings”
3. Climate control”
4. Heating/ventilation”
5. A/C”

Depending on the weather, the windshield and the side windows may fog up briefly when the drive-ready state is switched on.
Air conditioning is switched on automatically with the AUTO program.
When using the cooling mode, condensation will exit below the vehicle.

Maximum cooling

Principle
The system is set to the lowest temperature, optimum airflow and recirculated-air mode with the drive-ready or standby state switched on.

Functional requirement
The function is available with outside temperatures above approx. 32 ℉/0 ℃ and with the drive-ready or standby state switched on.

Switching maximum cooling on/off

• Press the button.
  The LED is illuminated when maxi-mum cooling is switched on.

Air flows out of the air vents to the upper body area. The air vents need to be open for this.
The airflow can be adjusted with the program active.

AUTO program

Principle
The AUTO program cools, ventilates or heats the car’s interior automatically.
The air distribution and the temperature are controlled automatically depending on the interior temperature and the desired temperature setting including the selected intensity of the air flow.
Switching the AUTO program on/off

Using the button:

• Press the button.
  The LED of the button is illuminated
  with the AUTO program switched on.
  Via iDrive:

1. CAR”
2. Settings”
3. Climate control”
4. Heating/ventilation”
5. Driver” or “Front passenger”
6. Automatic”

Depending on the selected settings and outside influences, the air is directed to the windshield, side windows, upper body, and into the footwell.
Point the side air vents toward the side windows.
The air conditioning is switched on with the AUTO program.
At the same time, a condensation sensor controls the program so as to prevent window condensation as much as possible. The AUTO program is switched off automatically when manual air distribution is set.
Adjusting the intensity of the airflow
With the AUTO program switched on, the intensity can be adjusted. This changes the automatic control for the air mass.

Using the button:

• Press the lower or upper side of the button: to decrease or increase intensity.

Via iDrive:

1. CAR”
2. Settings”
3. Climate control”
4. Heating/ventilation”
5. Driver” or “Front passenger”
6. Level”
7. Set the desired intensity.

The selected intensity is shown on the climate control display.

Automatic recirculated-air control

Principle
The automatic recirculated air control recognizes pollutants in the outside air. The outside air supply is shut off and the interior air is recirculated.

General information
If the system is activated, a sensor detects pollutants in the outside air and controls the shut-off automatically.
If the system is deactivated, outside air continuously flows into the interior.
With constant air recirculation mode, the air quality in the interior deteriorates and window fogging increases.
If there is window condensation, switch off the re-circulated-air mode or defog the windows.

Switching automatic recirculated air control on/off

1. CAR”
2. Settings”
3. Climate control”
4. Air quality”
5. Automatic”

Air recirculation mode

Principle
You may react to unpleasant odors or pollutants in the immediate environment by temporarily suspending the supply of outside air. The system then recirculates the interior air.
When the recirculated-air mode is switched off, fresh air is directed into the vehicle’s interior.
Switch air recirculation on/off

Using the button:

• Press the button.
  The LED of the button is illuminated when the air-recirculation mode is switched on.

Via iDrive: 

1. CAR”
2. Settings”
3. Climate control”
4. Air quality”
5. Select the desired setting:
   • Air recirculation”
   • Fresh air”

To prevent window condensation, the recirculated air mode switches off automatically after a certain amount of time, depending on the environmental conditions.
With constant air recirculation mode, the air quality in the interior deteriorates and window fogging increases. If there is window condensation, switch off the re-circulated-air mode or defog the windows.

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Airflow, manual

Principle
The airflow for climate control can be adjusted manually.

General information
To adjust the airflow manually switch off the AUTO program first.

Adjusting the airflow manually
Press the lower or upper side of the button: to decrease or increase airflow.

• Windows, upper body area, and footwell.
• Upper body area and footwell.
• Footwell.
• Windows and footwell.
• Windows.
• Windows and upper body area.
• Upper body area.
  The selected air distribution is shown on the climate control display.

SYNC program

Principle
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the driver’s side settings can be transferred to the passenger’s side and the rear.

Switching the SYNC program on/off 

1. CAR”
2. Settings”
3. Climate control”
4. Synchronize”

Depending on the equipment, the following settings of the driver’s side can be transferred to the passenger’s side and the rear:

• Temperature.
• Air flow.
• Air distribution.
• AUTO program.

The program is switched off automatically if the settings on the front passenger side or in the rear are changed.

Defrost function

Principle
Ice and condensation are quickly removed from the windshield and the front side windows.
Switching the Defrost function on/off

• Press the button.

The LED of the button is illuminated when the system is switched on.
The airflow can be adjusted manually with the system switched on.
If there is window condensation, switch on the AUTO program or the air conditioning to utilize the condensation sensor. Make sure that air can flow to the windshield.

Rear window defroster

Principle
Ice and condensation are removed from the rear window quickly.

Functional requirement
The function is operational when the drive-ready state is switched on.
Switching rear window defroster on/off

• Press the button. The LED is illuminated with the rear window defroster switch on.

The rear window defroster switches off automatically after a certain period of time.

Ventilation

Principle
The airflow directions can be adjusted individually for direct or indirect ventilation.

Setting the ventilation

General information
Open the air vents and position them to ensure effective climate control.

Direct ventilation
The airflow is directed towards the passengers. The airflow heats or cools noticeably, depending on the adjusted temperature.

Indirect ventilation
The airflow is not directed towards the passengers. The vehicle interior is warmed or cooled indirectly, depending on the set temperature.

Front ventilation

• Lever for changing the airflow direction, arrow 1.
• Thumbwheel for variable opening and closing of the air vents, arrow 2.

Ventilation in rear, center

• Lever for changing the airflow direction, arrow 1.
• Thumbwheel for variable opening and closing of the air vents, arrow 2.
• Thumbwheel for varying the temperature, arrow 3.
  Toward blue: colder.
  Toward red: warmer.

Ventilation in the rear, on the side

• Lever for changing the airflow direction, arrow 1.
• Thumbwheel for variable opening and closing of the air vents, arrow 2.

Rear automatic climate control

Overview
Buttons in the vehicle

Climate control functions

Button Function

• Temperature.
• Maximum cooling.
• AUTO program.
• Airflow, manual. Intensity AUTO program.
• Air distribution, manual.
• Seat heating

Switching climate control functions on/off

Functional requirement
The rear automatic climate control is not ready for operation if the automatic climate control is switched off or if the function for defrosting the windows and removing condensation is active.

Switching on/off using iDrive 

1. CAR”
2. Settings”
3. Climate control”
4. Heating/ventilation”
5. The second row of seats”
6. Activate heating/cooling”

Switching on using the button
Press one of the following buttons:

• Temperature.
• Maximum cooling.
• AUTO program.
• Upper side of the airflow, the manual button.
• Air distribution, manual.

Press and hold the bottom of the button.
Press and hold the bottom of the button.

Temperature

Principle
The automatic climate control cools or heats to the configured temperature and then keeps the temperature constant.
Setting the temperature

Using the button:

• Press the upper or lower button side to set the desired temperature.

Via iDrive:

1. CAR”
2. Settings”
3. Climate control”
4. Heating/ventilation”
5. The second row of seats”
6. Temp. left:” or “Temp. right:”
7. Set the desired temperature.

The selected temperature is shown on the climate control display.
Do not rapidly switch between different temperature settings. Otherwise, the automatic climate control will not have sufficient time to adjust the set temperature.

Maximum cooling

Principle
The system is set to the lowest temperature, optimum airflow and recirculated-air mode with the drive-ready or standby state switched on.

Functional requirement
The function is available with outside temperatures above approx. 32 ℉/0 ℃ and with the drive-ready or standby state switched on.

Switching maximum cooling on/off

• Press the button.
• The LED in the button is illuminated
  when maximum cooling is switched on.
  Air flows out of the air vents to the upper body area. The air vents need to be open for this.

AUTO program

Principle
The airflow, air distribution and temperature are controlled automatically.
Switching the AUTO program on/off

Using the button:

Press the button.
The LED of the button is illuminated
with the AUTO program switched on.
Via iDrive:

1. CAR”
2. Settings”
3. Climate control”
4. Heating/ventilation”
5. The second row of seats”
6. Automatic”

Depending on the selected settings and outside influences, the air is directed to the upper body and into the floor area.

Adjusting the intensity of the airflow
With the AUTO program activated, the automatic intensity control can be changed:

Using the button:

• Pressing the lower or upper side of the button repeatedly: decrease or increase intensity.

Via iDrive:

1. CAR”
2. Settings”
3. Climate control”
4. Heating/ventilation”
5. Second row of seats”
6. Level”
7. Set the desired intensity.

The airflow and air distribution are automatically controlled depending on the selected intensity.
The selected intensity is shown on the climate control display.

Airflow, manual

Principle
The airflow for climate control can be adjusted manually.

General information
To adjust the airflow manually switch off AUTO program first.
Adjusting the airflow manually

Pressing the upper or lower side of the button repeatedly: decreases or increases airflow.

The selected airflow is shown on the climate control display.

Manual air distribution

principle
The air distribution for climate control can be adjusted manually.

Adjusting the air distribution manually
Pressing the upper or lower side of the button. Select the desired setting:

• Upper body area.
• Upper body area and footwell.
• Footwell.

Locking the control elements

Principle
The control elements of the rear automatic climate control can be disabled.

Activate/deactivate 

1. CAR”
2. Settings”
3. Climate control”
4. Heating/ventilation”
5. The second row of seats”
6. Disable controller”

Ambient air package

Principle
The Ambient Air Package can be used to clean and scent the interior air with high-quality fragrances.

General information
Two different fragrances can be selected in the vehicle. A variety of other fragrances is possible by exchanging the fragrance cartridges.
The following criteria can influence the perception of scents in the vehicle interior:

• Automatic climate control settings.
• Temperature and moisture.
• Time of day and season.
• The physical condition of the vehicle occupants, for instance, fatigue.
  BMW recommends the use of genuine BMW fragrance cartridges.

The genuine BMW fragrance cartridges are not suitable for refilling. When a cartridge is empty, replace it with a new fragrance cartridge.

Safety information

Warning
Refilled genuine BMW fragrance cartridges can cause the emission of harmful substances, malfunctions, and damage to the system. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to property. Do not refill genuine fragrance cartridges. When a cartridge is empty, replace it with a new fragrance cartridge.

Opening the Climate menu
Press the button on the upper side.

Ionizer

1. CAR”
2. Settings”
3. Climate control”
4. Air quality”
5. Ionization”

Fragrancing

General information
Fragrancing is done at intervals in order to avoid a habituation effect. Two fragrance cartridges in the vehicle allow switching between the fragrances.
The fragrance cartridges are located in the glove compartment.
To ensure a pleasant fragrance inside of the vehicle when starting the trip, fragrancing can occur prior to the trip. The system is automatically switched on with the pre-ventilation if fragrancing was switched on at the completion of the last trip.

Functional requirements

• The fragrance cartridges are sufficiently filled.
• The interior temperature is between 41 ℉/+5 ℃ and 104 ℉/+40 ℃.
• Open the air vents to allow the fragrance to flow out.

Selecting the fragrance
The car’s interior is fragranced depending on the selected fragrance.
Two different fragrances can be selected in the vehicle.

1. CAR”
    
2. Settings”
    
3. Climate control”
4. Fragrance”
5. Select the desired fragrance.

Switching fragrancing on/off, adjusting intensity

1. CAR”
2. Settings”
3. Climate control”
4. Fragrance”
5. Level”
6. Select the desired setting. Highest intensity at Level 3.

Display
The illustrations on the Control Display show the actual fill level of the fragrance cartridges.

1. CAR”
2. Settings”
3. Climate control”
4. Fragrance”

When an empty fragrance cartridge is indicated, the cartridge still contains a fluid carrying the fragrance. However, it is not sufficient for fragrancing.
When the fragrance cartridges are empty, a Check Control message is displayed once.

Inserting fragrance cartridges
The fragrance cartridges are located in the glove compartment.

1. Open the glove compartment.
   Front passenger side glove compartment
2. Press on the bottom of the cartridge holder. The cartridge holder slides down.
3. Remove the cover of the new fragrance cartridge. Hold the cover on the top to slide it from the fragrance cartridge.
4. Insert the removed cover on the rear of the fragrance cartridge.
5. Position the fragrance cartridge such that the chip faces away from the cartridge holder.
6. Insert the fragrance cartridge without pressure into the cartridge holder. The cartridge snaps lightly into place.
7. Push the cartridge holder up, until it engages.
   Make sure that no objects press against the cartridge holder from below, otherwise, the function of the ambient air package could be impacted.
8. Close the glove compartment.

Removing the fragrance cartridge
The fragrance cartridges are located in the glove compartment.

1. Open the glove compartment.
   Front passenger side glove compartment
2. Press on the bottom of the cartridge holder. The cartridge holder slides down.
3. Pull desired fragrance cartridge from the holder.
   Fragrance cartridge, arrow 1: first fragrance indicated on the Control Display. Fragrance cartridge, arrow 2: second fragrance indicated on the Control Display.
4. Pull the desired fragrance cartridge from the holder.

Recycling
Empty fragrance cartridges can be taken to an authorized service center or another qualified service center or repair shop for recycling.

Pre-conditioning

Principle
Pre-conditioning cools or heats the car’s interior prior to start of the trip to a comfortable temperature.
The system automatically cools, vents, or heats depending on the internal and outside temperature. Snow and ice may be removed more easily.

General information
The pre-conditioning can be switched on and off directly or via a preset departure time.
The air automatically exits through the air vents to the windshield, the side windows, the upper body area and into the footwell.
The system switches off automatically after a certain period of time.
If pre-conditioning is used during the charging process, less air conditioning capacity will be required while driving. This optimizes the range.

Functional requirements

• The vehicle is in idle state or standby state and not in a drive-ready state.
• The high-voltage battery is sufficiently charged or the charging cable is connected. If the high-voltage battery is heavily discharged, it can take some time after connecting the charging cable before the pre-conditioning is functional.
• With direct operation or preset departure time: depending on the inside, outside and set the desired temperature.
  Make sure that the vehicle’s date and time are set correctly.
• To ensure the starting capability of the vehicle, the pre-conditioning may be automatically switched off, for instance after repeated switching on or due to an insufficient state of charge of the high-voltage battery. After the stationary climate control is switched off due to an insufficient state of charge, charge the high-voltage battery. The pre-conditioning is available again.
• Open the air vents to allow air to flow out.

Switching on/off directly

Principle
There are different ways to switch the system on or off.
The system switches off automatically after approx. 30 minutes or when the drive-ready state is activated.

Using the button

Turning on
Press any button except:

• Rear window defroster.
• Lower airflow button side.
• Seat heating.
• Seat ventilation.

Turning off
Press and hold the bottom button.
The system switches off when the vehicle is exited.

Switching on using iDrive

1. CAR”
2. Settings”
3. Climate control”
4. Preconditioning”
5. Start now”

Via BMW display key
The system can be switched on or off via the BMW display key.

Turning on

1. Switch on the display of the BMW display key.
2. Preconditioning setting”
3. Tap on the icon.
4. Activate now”
5. Start”

Turning off  

1. Switch on the display of the BMW display key.
2. Preconditioning setting”
3. Tap on the icon.
4. Stop”

Display
The icon on the automatic climate control indicates the system is switched on.

Climate control for departure time

Principle
Different departure times can be set to ensure a comfortable interior temperature in the vehicle at the time of departure.
The activation time is automatically determined based on the temperature.
Departure time with weekday: time and day of the week can be set.
On the desired weekdays, the system will be switched on promptly before the set departure time.
Switch-off takes place automatically a few minutes after the set departure time.
The departure time is preselected in two steps:

• Set departure times.
• Activate departure times.

A minimum of 10 minutes should pass between setting/activating the departure time and the planned departure time to allow a sufficient period of time for climate control.

Setting the departure time

Via iDrive

1. CAR”
2. Settings”
3. Climate control”
4. Preconditioning”
5. Departure plan”
6. Select the desired departure time.
7. Set the departure time.
8. Select day of the week, if needed.

Via BMW display key

1. Switch on the display of the BMW display key.
2. Preconditioning setting”
3. Tap on the icon.
4. Select the desired departure time.
5. Set the departure time.
6. Select day of the week, if needed.
7. OK”

Activating the departure time

Functional requirement
If a departure time is to influence the switching on of the pre-conditioning, the respective departure time must be activated first.

Via iDrive

1. CAR”
2. Settings”
3. Climate control”
4. Preconditioning”
5. Activate “Pre-condition for departure time”.
6. Departure plan”
7. Select the desired departure time.
8. Set the departure time.
9. Select day of the week, if needed.
10. Activate departure”

Via BMW display key

1. Switch on the display of the BMW display key.
2. Preconditioning setting”
3. Tap on the icon.
4. Tap on the icon.
   Activate the desired departure time.

Display
The icon on the automatic climate control signals an activated departure time.
The icon on the automatic climate control indicates the system is switched on.

Activating with the BMW app
An appropriate BMW Connected app with a remote function can be used to switch on the system either directly or via a preset departure time

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