The diagnostic socket is located on the driver's side in the footwell below the dashboard.
expand_moreIdling speed with automatic gearbox
xDrive 50 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2010.6–2013.6)
600–860 rpm600–860 rpm600–860 rpm
expand_moreMinimum engine oil temperature at VET
xDrive 50 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2010.6–2013.6)
140°F140°F60°C
expand_morePetrol exhaust gas values
expand_moreCO content at idling speed
xDrive 50 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2010.6–2013.6)
0–0.2 %0–0.2 %0–0.2 %
expand_moreCO content at increased idling speed
xDrive 50 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2010.6–2013.6)
0–0.2 %0–0.2 %0–0.2 %
expand_moreIncreased idling speed
xDrive 50 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2010.6–2013.6)
2300–2700 rpm2300–2700 rpm2300–2700 rpm
expand_moreLambda sensor design
xDrive 50 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2010.6–2013.6)
wideband sensor
expand_moreLambda value
xDrive 50 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2010.6–2013.6)
0.97–1.03 λ0.97–1.03 λ0.97–1.03 λ
expand_moreMaximum HC content at idling
xDrive 50 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2010.6–2013.6)
200 ppm200 ppm200 ppm
expand_moreTest speed for lambda sensor signal
xDrive 50 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 402 HP engine (2010.6–2013.6)
600–860 rpm600–860 rpm600–860 rpm
To reduce environment impact and pass government inspections keep emission parameters at the level prescribed by BMW.
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2012 BMW X5 user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.
Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and BMW warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.
DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow BMW X5 service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.
Doing basic service for your 2012 BMW X5 you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.