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Contents

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Using this Owner's Manual

Notes

Reporting safety defects

At a glance

Cockpit

Controls

Opening and closing

Adjustments

Transporting children safely

Driving

Everything under control

Technology for comfort, convenience
and safety

Lamps

Air conditioner

Practical interior accessories

Driving tips

Things to remember when driving

Mobility

Refueling

Wheels and tires

Under the hood

Maintenance

Replacing components

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Giving and receiving assistance

Reference

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Technical data

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Everything from A to Z

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Summary of Contents for 2006 X3

Page 1: ...The Ultimate Driving Machine Owner s Manual for Vehicle Contents A Z Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 012 213 02 06 BMW AG ...

Page 2: ...Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 012 213 02 06 BMW AG ...

Page 3: ...le It contains important data and instructions intended to assist you in gaining maximum use and satisfaction from your BMW s unique range of technical fea tures The manual also contains information on maintenance designed to enhance operating safety and contribute to main taining the value of your BMW throughout an extended service life This manual is supplemented by a Service and Warranty Inform...

Page 4: ...g including excerpts only with the written consent of BMW AG Munich Order No 01 41 0 012 213 US English II 06 Printed in Germany Printed on environmentally friendly paper bleached without chlorine suitable for recycling Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 012 213 02 06 BMW AG ...

Page 5: ... Transporting children safely 36 Driving 43 Everything under control 47 Technology for comfort convenience and safety 56 Lamps 59 Air conditioner 65 Practical interior accessories Driving tips 76 Things to remember when driving Mobility 84 Refueling 86 Wheels and tires 92 Under the hood 97 Maintenance 99 Replacing components 107 Giving and receiving assistance Reference 114 Technical data 118 Ever...

Page 6: ... in order to avoid the pos sibility of personal injury and serious damage to the vehicle Indicates information that will assist you in gaining the optimum benefit from your vehicle and enable you to care more effectively for your vehicle Refers to measures that can be taken to help protect the environment Marks the end of a specific item of informa tion Indicates special equipment country specific...

Page 7: ...ks to assist you in identifying possi ble differences between the descriptions in this manual and your own vehicle s equipment If equipment in your BMW is not described in this Owner s Manual please refer to the accom panying Supplementary Owner s Manuals Editorial notice BMW pursues a policy of continuous ongoing development that is conceived to ensure that our vehicles continue to embody the hig...

Page 8: ...y BMW When you purchase accessories tested and approved by BMW and Genuine BMW Parts you simultaneously acquire the assurance that they have been thoroughly tested by BMW to ensure optimum performance when installed on your vehicle BMW warrants these parts to be free from defects in material and workmanship BMW will not accept any liability for damage resulting from installation of parts and acces...

Page 9: ...ion to notifying BMW of North America LLC P O Box 1227 Westwood New Jersey 07675 1227 Telephone 1 800 831 1117 If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or BMW of North America LLC To...

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Page 11: ...erve as a source of orientation in your vehicle s operating environment The section will also assist you in becoming acquainted with the control concepts and options available for operating the various systems At a glance Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 012 213 02 06 BMW AG ...

Page 12: ...39 Roadside parking lamps 57 High beams 57 Headlamp flasher 39 Computer 45 3 Front fog lamps 57 4 Horn 5 Washer wiper system rain sensor 40 6 Hazard warning flashers 7 Central locking system 18 8 Unlocking the hood 92 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 012 213 02 06 BMW AG ...

Page 13: ... Coolant temperature gauge 44 5 Fuel gauge 43 6 Button for Displaying the time 44 Service Interval Display 44 7 Selector lever and program display for automatic transmission 38 8 Button for Resetting trip odometer 43 Setting the time 44 9 Display for Trip odometer odometer 43 Time 44 Service Interval 44 Computer 45 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 012 213 02 06 BMW AG ...

Page 14: ...stems ABS Antilock Brake System 48 ABS Antilock Brake System chassis control system for Canadian models Brake system With handbrake released 50 96 With handbrake engaged 37 With other warning lamps 50 Brake warning lamp for Canadian models Brake pads 96 Please fasten safety belt 29 Airbags 53 Front fog lamps 57 Automatic transmission 38 Turn signals 39 DSC Dynamic Stability Control xDrive 48 49 Se...

Page 15: ...Voice command system In order to operate a system it must be switched on Telephone voice command system Press briefly Accept incoming call start dialing terminate call Extended pressure Activate deactivate voice command system Telephone audio sources Display hide phonebook Display entries con secutively with buttons for fast forward reverse Fast forward reverse Radio Press briefly next station CD ...

Page 16: ...r Depending on the equipment a button is provided for the recirculated air mode or steering wheel heater Recirculated air mode switching on off Steering wheel heater switching on off refer to page 31 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 012 213 02 06 BMW AG ...

Page 17: ...At a glance Controls Driving tips Mobility Reference 15 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 012 213 02 06 BMW AG ...

Page 18: ...Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 012 213 02 06 BMW AG ...

Page 19: ...with information for complete control of your vehicle Its extensive array of features and accessories both for driving and for your own safety comfort and convenience are described here Controls Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 012 213 02 06 BMW AG ...

Page 20: ... ready for opera tion whenever the driver s door is closed The system engages or releases the locks on the doors liftgate fuel filler door Operating from outside via the remote control via the driver s door lock The anti theft system is automatically activated whenever you activate the central locking sys tem from outside the vehicle This prevents the doors from being unlocked via the lock but ton...

Page 21: ...ithout an alarm system Switching off tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor Press the button again directly after locking For details refer to page 25 Switching on interior lamps Press the button if the vehicle is locked You can also use this function to locate your vehicle in parking garages etc Panic mode You can also trigger the alarm system in case of danger Press the button for at least...

Page 22: ...ated on vehicles without an alarm system Convenience operation You also have the option of using the door lock to operate the windows and the panorama glass sunroof Hold the key in the positions for unlocking or locking Watch during the closing process to be sure that no one is injured Releasing the key stops the operation Manual operation If an electrical malfunction occurs you can unlock or lock...

Page 23: ...outside at all times You can set an acoustic signal to remind you if the ignition key is still in the ignition lock after you open the driver s door Liftgate To avoid damage make sure there is suf ficient space when opening the liftgate Opening from outside Press the button refer to arrow or the but ton on the remote control The liftgate opens slightly It can be pivoted upward When the liftgate is...

Page 24: ... window prior to lower ing it slightly Despite the presence of the pinch protec tion system inspect the window s travel path prior to closing it as the safety system might fail to detect certain kinds of obstruc tions such as very thin objects and the window would continue closing You can disable the pinch protection system by pressing the switch past the resistance point and holding it Do not ins...

Page 25: ...a glass sunroof and sliding visor together Briefly press the switch past the resistance point twice consecutively Briefly pressing the switch again stops the motion Comfort position Each time the panorama glass sunroof is com pletely opened or closed it stops in the comfort position If you wish you can resume the motion by activating the switch In the comfort position the wind noise in the interio...

Page 26: ...ls or to raise it prior to towing away To interruptions in battery voltage The alarm system signals unauthorized manip ulations for a short time by Sounding an acoustic alarm Switching on the hazard warning flashers Flashing the high beams Arming and disarming alarm system When you lock or unlock the vehicle either with the remote control or at the door lock the alarm system is armed or disarmed a...

Page 27: ...e is monitored The alarm system reacts e g in case of an attempted wheel theft or towing Interior motion sensor In order for the interior motion sensor to func tion properly the windows and panorama glass sunroof must be completely closed Avoiding unintentional alarms The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor may be switched off at the same time This pre vents unintentional alarms e g in th...

Page 28: ...rbag locations and additional information on airbags refer to page 53 Head restraint A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of damage to the cervical vertebrae in acci dents Adjust the head restraint so that its mid dle lies approximately at the height of your ears Otherwise there is an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident Safety belts Make sure the safety belts are w...

Page 29: ...ge on page 30 Adjusting manually To ensure that the safety systems con tinue to provide optimized protection fol low the adjustment instructions above Longitudinal direction Pull the lever 1 and slide the seat into the desired position After you release the lever move the seat for ward or backward slightly so that it engages fully Height Pull the lever 2 and apply weight to or remove weight from t...

Page 30: ...lever 3 and slide the thigh support in the longitudinal direction Head restraints A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of damage to the cervical vertebrae in acci dents Adjust the head restraint so that its mid dle lies approximately at the height of your ears Otherwise there is an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident Adjusting height To raise pull upward To lower p...

Page 31: ... adjust ment procedure when you press one of the seat adjustment buttons or use one of the memory buttons Safety feature 1 Close the driver s door and turn the ignition key to position 0 or 2 2 Press the desired memory button 1 2 or 3 and maintain pressure until the adjustment process has been completed If you press the MEMORY button accidentally Press the button again the LED goes out You can hav...

Page 32: ...the driver or front pas senger s safety belt is released Damage to safety belts When strained by an accident or when damaged have the safety belt system including the belt tensioners replaced and have belt anchorage points inspected Have this work done only by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center or by a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with cor respondingly trained person...

Page 33: ...ide mirror with switch 1 Interior rearview mirror To reduce glare from vehicle headlights behind you when driving at night turn the knob In vehicles without an alarm system tilt the small lever forward Automatically dimming mirrors refer to page 77 Steering wheel Adjustments Do not adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving There is a risk of acci dent from unexpected movement 1 Fold th...

Page 34: ...icle operation may differ from the description in the Owner s Manual Should you wish to sell your BMW some day please remember to have the memory functions reset to the factory default settings Examples of Vehicle Memory Different acknowledgment signals to con firm locking unlocking of the vehicle refer to page 19 Activating deactivating function for path way lighting refer to page 56 Activating d...

Page 35: ...eat the front and side airbags must be deacti vated Otherwise there is an increased risk of injury to the child if the airbag is triggered even with a child restraint system Your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center will be happy to advise you For more information on automatic deactivation of the front passenger airbags refer to page 54 Installing child restraint systems Follow the child restraint s...

Page 36: ...er strap Outer seats 1 Slide head restraints upward 2 Guide fastening strap through the bracket of the head restraint 3 Slide head restraint into the lowest position 4 Hook fastening strap to attachment point Middle seat 1 Fold center arm rest slightly forward 2 Guide fastening strap through the opening 3 Fold center arm rest back 4 Hook fastening strap to attachment point When using the cargo are...

Page 37: ...aps and pull the belt out of the region of the child restraint fixing system For driving With rear side airbags make sure that children do not lean out of the child s seat toward the door panel otherwise injuries can result if the side airbags are triggered Child safety lock of rear doors Slide down the safety levers on the rear doors The door can now be opened from the outside only Safety switch ...

Page 38: ...handbrake before leaving the vehi cle with the engine running Do not discontinue the starting procedure pre maturely but do not prolong it for more than 20 seconds Release the ignition key immediately as soon as the engine starts When starting the engine do not press the accelerator pedal Do not allow the motor to warm up while idling Begin driving immediately with moderate engine speed Indicator ...

Page 39: ...transmission 1 Apply the handbrake 2 Turn the ignition key to position 1 or 0 3 Shift into first gear or reverse Automatic transmission 1 With the vehicle at a stop move the selector lever into position P 2 Turn the ignition key to position 1 or 0 3 Apply the handbrake Handbrake The handbrake is primarily intended to prevent the vehicle from rolling while parked it brakes the rear wheels Indicator...

Page 40: ...s in the instrument cluster P R N D SD M1 M2 M3 M4 M5 The selector lever position is indicated and in the manual mode the gear currently engaged Changing selector lever positions The selector lever can be moved out of the position P when the ignition is switched on or the engine is running interlock When the vehicle is stationary step on the brake before shifting out of P or N other wise the selec...

Page 41: ...e combination of engine and vehicle speed as a result for example a downshift that would cause the engine to overrev will not be executed by the system The gear selected will appear briefly in the instrument cluster followed by the current gear To use the automatic function again move the selector lever to the right into position D Malfunction The warning lamp lights up A malfunc tion has occurred...

Page 42: ...tically controls wiper operation as a function of the rain intensity The sensor is mounted on the windshield directly in front of the interior rearview mirror Deactivate the rain sensor when passing through an automatic car wash Failure to do so could result in damage caused by undes ired wiper activation Activating As of ignition key position 1 move the lever to position 1 The wipers travel once ...

Page 43: ...ntinuously You can also program the interval 1 Briefly move the wiper lever from position 0 to position 2 2 Wait for desired interval maximum of 30 seconds 3 Move the wiper lever from position 0 to position 2 again Washer fluid Washer fluid antifreeze is flammable For this reason keep it away from sources of flame and store it only in its original containers Store it so that it is inaccessible to ...

Page 44: ...ease the button the system maintains and stores the current speed If the braking action of the engine is insufficient on a downhill stretch the controlled speed can be exceeded Speed can drop on uphill grades if the engine output is insufficient Decelerating Briefly press button Each press of the button decreases the vehi cle s speed by roughly 1 mph 1 km h provided that you have already activated...

Page 45: ...is range the fuel supply is interrupted to protect the engine Fuel gauge Fuel tank capacity approx 17 7 gallons 67 liters Instructions for refueling can be found on page 84 If the tilt of the vehicle varies when you are driv ing in mountainous areas for example the indi cator may fluctuate slightly Reserve If the LED 1 starts to light up continuously there are still approx 2 gallons 8 liters of fu...

Page 46: ...e and remaining distance to this service are displayed in miles kilometers The remaining distance is determined on the basis of the past driving style A flashing display and a sign before the numerical value mean that the service interval has been passed by the displayed number of miles kilometers Please make an appointment with your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center Clock If you wish to have a c...

Page 47: ...splay the following functions in a different unit of measure Outside temperature Changing unit of measure 7 6 During the display hold down the button in the turn signal lever until the display changes Outside temperature warning If the outside temperature falls below approx 37 57 36 the computer switches auto matically to the outside temperature display In addition an acoustic signal sounds and th...

Page 48: ... with the remaining fuel The current fuel level is measured and the range is calculated taking into account the driving style over the last 20 miles 30 km Always refuel as soon as possible once your cruising range falls to below 30 miles 50 km otherwise engine functions are not ensured and damage can occur Average speed The calculation of the average speed does not take into account periods in whi...

Page 49: ...u shift into reverse or move the selector lever into position R Wait for this short time span before moving You can have a signal tone programmed into the system to verify that the PDC is active Activating manual mode In ignition key position 2 press the button the LED lights up Deactivating manual mode Press the button again the LED goes out The system is automatically deactivated once the vehicl...

Page 50: ...fe steering response is maintained even during full braking This results in an increase in the active safety ABS is operational every time you start the engine Safe braking refer to page 78 Electronic brake force distribution The system controls the brake pressure in the rear wheels to ensure a stable braking behavior DBC Dynamic Brake Control When the brake pedal is depressed quickly this system ...

Page 51: ...ow acti vated xDrive xDrive is the all wheel drive system of your X3 The combined effects of xDrive and DSC fur ther optimize the traction and dynamic driving characteristics The all wheel drive system xDrive variably distributes the drive torque to the front and rear axle depending on the driving situation and prevailing road conditions HDC Hill Descent Control The concept HDC is a system for hil...

Page 52: ...f the accelerator as well as heavy and panic brak ing Otherwise the drive train may be damaged or accidents can occur The red brake warning lamp lights up together with the warning lamps for ABS and DSC xDrive In addition a warning signal sounds ABS DSC HDC and xDrive have failed It is then possi ble to exert driving force only via the rear axle If the brake warning lamp lights up yellow in the de...

Page 53: ...n of tire inflation pressure and after every tire or wheel change Do not ini tialize the system when driving with snow chains or with a compact wheel 1 Start the engine just before driving but do not begin to drive 2 Press the button for at least 4 seconds but not longer than 2 minutes After the button is released the indicator lamp in the instru ment cluster lights up yellow for a few sec onds 3 ...

Page 54: ...se the same frequency Resetting system The system must be reset after every cor rection of tire inflation pressure and after every tire or wheel change 1 Start engine but do not begin to drive 2 Press the button until the yellow warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up for a few seconds 3 Begin driving After a few minutes of driving the tire infla tion pressures in the tires are adopted as...

Page 55: ...ective action To ensure that the safety systems con tinue to provide optimal protection please follow the instructions on page 26 The front airbags help protect the driver and front passenger by responding to frontal impacts in which safety belts alone cannot pro vide adequate restraint When needed the head and side airbags help provide protection in the event of side impact The relevant side air ...

Page 56: ...ont passenger airbag to light up If this happens have them change their sitting position so that the passenger airbag is activated and the indicator lamp goes out If the desired status cannot be achieved by changing their sitting position then have the person ride in the back Do not attach seat covers seat cushion padding ball mats or other items to the passenger seat unless they are specifically ...

Page 57: ...key in position 1 or higher The warning lamp lights up continuously Have the airbag system checked immedi ately if a malfunction occurs otherwise there is a danger of the system failing to respond in the expected manner to an impact occurring within its normal response range Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 012 213 02 06 BMW AG ...

Page 58: ...ime running lamps If so desired the light switch can remain in the low beam or automatic headlamp control posi tion The exterior lamps are automatically switched off after the vehicle is parked You can switch on the parking lamps when needed using the standard procedure described under Parking lamps You can have the daytime running lamps activated on your vehicle Automatic headlamp control When yo...

Page 59: ... Head Light is not active when driving in reverse and only points toward the passenger side when the vehicle is stationary Malfunction The LED next to the symbol for automatic head lamp control flashes Adaptive Head Light is malfunctioning or has failed Have the system checked as soon as possible High beams roadside parking lamps 1 High beams 2 Headlamp flasher 3 Roadside parking lamps Roadside pa...

Page 60: ... the doors or the liftgate may not be completely closed Switching interior lamps on and off Briefly press button 1 If you want the interior lamps to remain off all the time press and hold the button for approx 3 seconds Press the button briefly to revert to normal operation You can have your interior lamps set to dim smoothly to the desired level when you switch them on or off Front reading lamps ...

Page 61: ...low directed toward the windshield and side windows 2 Airflow for the upper body 61 3 Airflow to footwell 61 4 Air volume 60 5 Recirculated air mode 60 6 Temperature 60 7 Air distribution 60 8 Rear window defroster 60 9 Cooling function 60 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 012 213 02 06 BMW AG ...

Page 62: ...ir conditioning is on the air is cooled dehumidified and then reheated depending on the temperature setting Depending on the weather the windshield may fog over briefly when the engine is started Recirculated air mode You can respond to unpleasant odors outside the vehicle by tem porarily suspending the supply of outside air The system then recirculates the air currently within the vehicle If cond...

Page 63: ...ct the flow of cool air in your direction for instance if the interior has become too warm Draft free ventilation Set the vent outlets so that the air flows past you and is not directed straight at you Microfilter The microfilter removes dust and pollen from the incoming outside air It is replaced when maintenance is performed by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center A substantial reduction in a...

Page 64: ...distribution 63 5 Adjusting temperature 63 6 Temperature display 63 Air volume 63 7 Manually varying air volume 63 8 Defrosting windows and removing condensation 63 9 Rear window defroster 64 10 Switching cooling function on off 63 11 Outside air AUC Automatic recirculated air control recirculated air mode 63 12 AUTO program 63 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 012 213 02 06 BMW AG ...

Page 65: ...any time of year using maximum cool ing or heating capacity as needed and then keeps this temperature constant When you change between different tem perature settings in rapid succession the system does not have enough time to achieve the desired temperature Manually adjusting air volume By pressing the lower button you can reduce the air volume You can increase it by pressing the upper button You...

Page 66: ...The rear window heating switches off automatically after a certain amount of time Ventilation 1 Knurled wheels for opening and closing the air vents through an infinitely variable range 2 Levers for changing airflow direction 3 Knurled wheel for more or less cool air from the air vents for the upper body region Ventilation for cooling Adjust the vents to direct the flow of cool air in your directi...

Page 67: ... manual supplied with the origi nal hand held transmitter then it is safe to assume that the radio controlled device is compatible with the integrated universal remote control If you have additional questions please ask at your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center or call 1 800 355 3515 You can find also information on the Internet at www bmwusa com or www homelink com HomeLink is a registered trade...

Page 68: ...rnating code please follow these additional instructions Programming will be easier with the aid of a second person 1 Park your vehicle within the range of the remote controlled equipment 2 Program the integrated universal remote control as described above in the section on Fixed code hand held transmitters 3 Locate the button on the receiver of the equipment to be set e g on its drive unit 4 Pres...

Page 69: ...one of the master keys A master key is also required for unlocking If you only hand over the spare key e g for valet parking at a hotel refer to page 18 then the glove compartment cannot be unlocked Rechargeable flashlight The flashlight is located on the left side of the glove compartment It can remain plugged in continuously Remove the flashlight from the socket whenever you need it To avoid dam...

Page 70: ...ks ensure that it will not obstruct the driver s vision Do not hang heavy objects on the hooks If you do so they could endanger passengers during braking or evasive maneu vers Ashtray Emptying Press the edge of the opened cover the ashtray moves up and can be removed On vehicles with the non smoker s equipment package the insert is removed in the same way Lighter Press in the cigarette lighter 1 T...

Page 71: ...phone refer to the Owner s Manual for Telephone Ski bag The ski bag allows the safe and clean transport of up to four pairs of standard skis or up to two snowboards The ski bag allows you to stow skis up to a length of up to 6 8 ft 2 1 m When skis of 6 8 ft 2 1 m in length are loaded the ski bag will tend to narrow reducing its overall capacity Loading 1 Fold down the center armrest pull off the c...

Page 72: ...arrow 1 then insert it refer to arrow 2 Removing ski bag Pull the handle forward and remove the ski bag upward Do not position cargo at the opening If you do it can endanger the passengers during braking or evasive maneuvers Cargo area When loading follow the instructions on page 78 Enlarging cargo area The rear backrest is split You can fold down both seats individually to enlarge the cargo area ...

Page 73: ...rd objects on the cover If you do so they could endanger passengers during braking or evasive maneu vers Do not allow the cover to snap back into place this can damage it Removal 1 Press the side buttons refer to arrow 1 2 Pull the case toward the rear refer to arrow 2 Installation Push the case forward into the two side holders until it locks into place Stowing when rear seat back is folded down ...

Page 74: ...the way upward in the middle refer to arrow 2 so that it engages in the brackets Lowering partition net Grasp bar on one side on the partition net press upward and push the ends of the bar together then release from the brackets Behind side trim panel Press the button to open Floor cover Opening For access to the jack etc To open raise the cover by the handle refer to arrow If needed you can remov...

Page 75: ...hing eyes on the cargo area floor The lashing eyes are located in the cargo area under the floor cover They can be inserted into the openings in the rails To slide the lashing eyes press the button Read and follow instructions accompany ing the heavy duty cargo straps Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 012 213 02 06 BMW AG ...

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Page 77: ...his section is designed to provide you with extra support by supplying information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating conditions Driving tips Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 012 213 02 06 BMW AG ...

Page 78: ... wet roads Brake system Your vehicle must travel approx 300 miles 500 km before the brake pads and rotors achieve the optimal pad surface and wear patterns required for trouble free operation and long service life later on To break in the separate handbrake drums apply the handbrake lightly when coasting to a stop at a traffic signal for instance use cau tion to avoid posing a danger to other road...

Page 79: ...r trouble free operation keep the photocells clean and do not cover the area between the interior rearview mirror and the windshield Do not attach any kind of sticker to the windshield in front of the mirror either When the vehicle is parked Condensation forms in the air conditioner sys tem during operation and then exits under the vehicle Traces of condensed water under the vehicle are therefore ...

Page 80: ... drive with the clutch depressed with the transmission in neutral or with the engine switched off otherwise you will have neither the braking action of the engine or nor its power assistance to the brakes or steer ing Never allow floor mats carpeting or other arti cles to protrude into the area around the brake or accelerator pedals and obstruct their move ment Corrosion on brake rotors When the v...

Page 81: ...uggage load capacity of your vehicle Load The permitted load is the total of the weight of occupants and cargo luggage The greater the weight of occupants the less cargo luggage can be transported Stowing cargo To protect passengers use the partition net refer to page 72 Load heavy cargo as far forward and as low as possible placing it directly behind the rear seat backrests Cover sharp edges and ...

Page 82: ...for raising the glass sunroof and that objects do not project into the opening path of the liftgate Secure roof mounted cargo correctly and securely to prevent it from shifting or falling off while you drive Drive smoothly Avoid sudden acceleration and braking maneuvers Take corners gently Driving on poor roads Your X3 is at home on all paved and unpaved roads It combines all wheel drive with the ...

Page 83: ... preventing a reduc tion in braking performance caused by the moisture For cleaning the handbrake apply the lever slightly at approx 25 mph 40 km h and con tinue to drive for approx 200 yards 200 meters provided that traffic conditions allow you to do so Please bear the following points in mind after driving on poor roads in order to preserve the road safety of your BMW Clean the heavy dirt from t...

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Page 85: ... maintain your mobility by supplying important information on vital topics including fuels and lubricants wheels and tires service maintenance and breakdown assistance Mobility Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 012 213 02 06 BMW AG ...

Page 86: ... Open the cover flap in the cargo area on the right hand side panel refer to page 72 2 Pull the green button The fuel filler flap is released Always observe all applicable precautions and regulations when handling fuels Never carry spare fuel containers in your vehi cle Whether empty or full these containers can leak cause an explosion and lead to fire in the event of a collision Observe the follo...

Page 87: ... volatility composition additives etc among gasolines offered for sale in the United States and Canada Fuels contain ing up to and including 10 ethanol or other oxygenates with up to 2 8 oxygen by weight that is 15 MTBE or 3 methanol plus an equivalent amount of co solvent will not void the applicable warranties with respect to defects in materials or workmanship The use of poor quality fuels may ...

Page 88: ...he next page provides all the cor rect inflation pressures for the specified tire sizes at ambient temperature The inflation pressures in the table apply to BMW approved tire sizes and recom mended tire brands Your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center will be glad to supply this infor mation For correct identification of the right tire infla tion pressure for your tires please note the fol lowing Ti...

Page 89: ... psi kilopascal with cold tires Cold ambient temperature 235 55 R 17 99 H M S 29 200 32 220 29 200 32 220 32 220 38 260 215 60 R 17 96 H M S 235 50 R 18 97 H M S 32 220 35 240 32 220 35 240 35 240 41 280 Front 235 50 R 18 97 V Rear 255 45 R 18 99 V 32 220 32 220 32 220 32 220 35 240 38 260 Front 235 45 R 19 95 W Rear 255 40 R 19 96W 32 220 35 240 32 220 35 240 35 240 41 280 Compact wheel T 135 90 ...

Page 90: ...arative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified gov ernment test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1γ times as well on the govern ment course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may devi ate significantly from the norm due to variati...

Page 91: ...nter tires display a noticeable loss in their ability to cope with cold weather driving condi tions once the tread wears to below 0 16 in 4 mm To ensure continued safety you should always have such tires replaced Wear indicators at the tread groove base refer to arrow are distributed over the tire s circum ference and are marked on the side of the tire with TWI Tread Wear Indicator If the tire tre...

Page 92: ...from a single manufacturer After a flat tire always have the original wheel and tire combination remounted on the vehicle as soon as possible Wheels equipped with electronics for TPM Tire Pressure Monitor When installing new tires or when changing from summer tires to winter tires or vice versa only use wheels equipped with TPM electron ics otherwise the Tire Pressure Monitor can not detect a flat...

Page 93: ...w the manufacturer s instructions when installing snow chains Do not exceed a vehicle speed of 30 mph 50 km h with snow chains mounted It is not permissible to use snow chains on the following tire sizes 255 45 R 18 255 40 R 19 Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor with snow chains installed otherwise the instrument might issue an incorrect reading When you are driving with snow chains it can be...

Page 94: ...uent dam age and related safety hazards Hood Unlocking Pull the lever located under the left side of the instrument cluster Opening To avoid causing damage make sure that wiper arms are resting against the wind shield before opening the hood Press the release handle and open the hood Closing Close the hood with force by allowing it to fall from a height of approx 1 ft 30 cm It must engage audibly ...

Page 95: ...ervoir for washer fluid for the headlamp and windshield washer system 41 2 Body ground negative terminal 108 3 Jump starting terminal 108 4 Engine oil filler neck 94 5 Reservoir for brake fluid 96 6 Dipstick for engine oil 94 7 Coolant expansion tank 95 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 012 213 02 06 BMW AG ...

Page 96: ...ecked as soon as possible Checking oil level 1 With the engine at operating temperature i e after at least 6 miles 10 km of uninter rupted driving park the vehicle in a horizon tal position 2 Switch off engine 3 After approx 5 minutes pull the dipstick out and wipe it off with a clean lint free cloth paper towel or similar material 4 Carefully push the dipstick all the way into the guide tube and ...

Page 97: ...g to SAE classes 5W 40 and 5W 30 These oils can be used for driving in all ambient temperatures Coolant Warning lamp The warning lamp lights up coolant level is too low top off at the next opportunity Do not open the cooling system when the engine is hot Escaping coolant can cause burns Coolant consists of water and coolant additive Not all commercially available additives are suit able for your B...

Page 98: ...aking distances may result Please adapt your driving style accordingly Display of the previously described mal function on Canadian models Brake pads The warning lamp lights up The brake pads have reached their min imum pad thickness Have brake pads replaced immediately For your own safety use only brake pads that BMW has approved for your particu lar vehicle model As BMW cannot assess the suitabi...

Page 99: ...scopic it absorbs moisture from the atmosphere over the course of time To ensure that the brake system continues to provide safe and reliable perfor mance remember to have the brake fluid changed at least every two years by a BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center also refer to the Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models Serv...

Page 100: ... of the previously described mal function on Canadian models When the fuel filler cap is not properly tightened the OBD system can detect the vapor leak and the indicator lamp will light up If the filler cap is subsequently tightened the indicator lamp should go out within a few days Event data recorders Your vehicle may be equipped with one or more sensing and diagnostic modules or a recording de...

Page 101: ...n to road safety Therefore comply fully with the following instructions during bulb replace ment If you are not familiar with the specified procedures or they are not described here BMW recommends having this work carried out at your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center Never touch the glass of new bulbs with your bare fingers as even minute amounts of contamination will burn into the bulb s surface...

Page 102: ... high voltages at which these units operate service work should always be entrusted to qualified personnel Parking and roadside parking lamps In case of a malfunction please contact your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center Halogen low beams H7 bulb 55 watts Always wear gloves and eye protection the atmosphere within the bulb is pres surized Failure to observe this precaution can lead to personal in...

Page 103: ...er edge against the bracket and press it in until the lamp base locks into place Make sure that the cover does not fall into the engine compartment otherwise the vehicle can be damaged or other road users can be endangered Front passenger side Before replacing the bulb remove the reservoir of the windshield washer system from the bracket refer to Halogen low beams on page 100 For bulb replacement ...

Page 104: ...ps 21 watt bulb 1 Turn signal 2 Backup lamp 3 Tail lamp brake lamp 4 Tail lamp brake lamp Replacing tail lamps 1 Open the flap in the side panel refer to page 72 2 To release the plug connection of the cable press the spring refer to arrow 1 3 Lift the side panel somewhat 4 To remove the back panel of the lamp release the retainer refer to arrow 2 5 Apply gentle pressure to the bulb fitting while ...

Page 105: ...vel firm surface which is not slippery The vehicle or the jack could slip to the side if you attempt to raise the vehicle on a soft or slippery surface such as snow ice tile etc Position the jack on a firm support surface Do not use a wooden block or similar object as a support base for the jack as this would prevent it from extending to its full support height and reduce its load carrying capacit...

Page 106: ...inserted in the reverse sequence of its removal When attaching the retaining strap to the compact wheel make sure the belt is threaded through 2 rim openings with one unoccupied hole between them otherwise the compact wheel could come loose in an acci dent Preparing wheel change 1 Observe the safety precautions on page 103 2 Secure the vehicle to prevent it from rolling place the wheel chock behin...

Page 107: ... Dirt in valve stems is a frequent source of gradual air loss 4 Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor or reset the Tire Pressure Monitor refer to pages 51 52 Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor when driving with a compact wheel 5 Replace the damaged tire with a new one as soon as possible and have the new wheel balanced Driving with compact wheel Drive reservedly and do not exceed a speed of 50 m...

Page 108: ...interruption some equipment is subject to limited use and must be reinitialized Individual settings are also lost and must be updated again Panorama glass sunroof It may be only possible to raise the sunroof The system must be initialized refer to page 23 Power windows The pinch protection system must be reini tialized refer to page 22 Seat and mirror memory The positions must be stored again refe...

Page 109: ...e Access to buttons To open the cover Briefly press the cover refer to arrow 1 Emergency call 2 Roadside Assistance Initiating an emergency call Press button 1 for at least 2 seconds The LED above the button lights up As soon as a voice connection to the BMW Assist response center has been established the LED flashes If the LED flashes but you are unable to hear the emergency response center you c...

Page 110: ...th vehicles Ensure that no contact exists between the bodywork on the two vehicles other wise there is a danger of short circuits Connecting jumper cables Connect the jumper cables in the correct order failure to do so could generate sparks and cause injury In your BMW the so called jump starting termi nal in the engine compartment functions as the positive battery terminal also refer to Engine co...

Page 111: ... only for towing on roads Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting e g do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting Otherwise the tow fitting and the vehicle can be dam aged Access to screw thread Press out the cover in the front or rear bumper at the notch at the bottom with a screwdriver Being towed Make sure that the ignition key is in posi tion 1 otherwise the steering lock will engage making it...

Page 112: ...d be dam aged With tow truck Do not tow the X3 with only the front or rear axle raised otherwise the wheels could lock and the transfer case could be dam aged Have the X3 transported only on a flat bed To avoid damage do not lift the vehicle from the tow fitting or body and suspen sion parts Tow starting If possible do not tow start the vehicle jump start the engine instead refer to page 108 Vehic...

Page 113: ...Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Mobility 111 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 012 213 02 06 BMW AG ...

Page 114: ...Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 012 213 02 06 BMW AG ...

Page 115: ...Reference This chapter contains the technical data and the index that will direct you as quickly as possible to the information sought Reference Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 012 213 02 06 BMW AG ...

Page 116: ...cu in cmµ 152 2 2 494 6 181 8 2 979 6 Maximum output at engine speed hp rpm 184 6 000 225 5 900 Maximum torque at engine speed Ib ft Nm rpm 175 237 3 500 214 290 3 500 An engine performance test is authorized only on an appropriate chassis dynamometer Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 012 213 02 06 BMW AG ...

Page 117: ...e Controls Driving tips Mobility 115 Dimensions All dimensions in inches millimeters Smallest turning circle dia 38 4 ft 11 7 m Height with roof rack 66 0 in 1674 mm Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 012 213 02 06 BMW AG ...

Page 118: ...65 1 036 470 Approved front axle load lbs kg 2 425 1 100 2 425 1 100 Approved rear axle load lbs kg 2 756 1 250 2 778 1 260 Approved roof load capacity lbs kg 165 75 165 75 Cargo area capacity cu ft l 71 2 011 71 2 011 Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight Notes Fuel tank Reserve gal liters gal liters approx 17 7 67 approx 2 8 Fuel specification page 85 Windshield...

Page 119: ...Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Mobility 117 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 012 213 02 06 BMW AG ...

Page 120: ...tection coolant 95 Antilock Brake System ABS 48 indicator lamp 12 Anti theft alarm system refer to Alarm system 18 24 Approved axle load refer to Weights 116 Approved engine oils 95 Approved gross vehicle weight refer to Weights 116 Armrest front 67 rear 68 Artificial leather refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure Ashtray 68 AUC Automatic recirculated air control 63 Automatic air distribution 6...

Page 121: ...securing 79 Cargo area 21 70 capacity 116 cover 71 emergency operation refer to Opening manually 21 enlarging 70 floor cover 72 folding rear seat backrest 70 lashing eyes 73 lid refer to Liftgate 21 opening from outside 21 opening with remote control 19 power socket 69 Cargo loading 78 load 79 securing cargo 79 stowing cargo 79 vehicle 78 Caring for artificial leather refer to Caring for your vehi...

Page 122: ... Temperature 60 63 Cruise control 41 buttons on steering wheel 13 indicator lamp 42 Cruising range 46 Cup holders 66 Curb weight refer to Weights 116 Cylinders refer to Engine data 114 D Dashboard lighting refer to Instrument lighting 58 Dashboard system refer to Cockpit 10 Data technical 114 dimensions 115 engine 114 filling capacities 116 weights 116 Daytime running lamps 56 DBC Dynamic Brake Co...

Page 123: ...arning lamp 94 required oil grades 95 Engine oil grades 95 Engine oil level 94 indicator warning lamp 94 Engine oil pressure 94 indicator warning lamp 94 Engine oil sensor 94 indicator warning lamp 94 Engine output refer to Engine data 114 Equipment range refer to Service and Warranty Infor mation Booklet for US models Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models ESP Electronic Stability...

Page 124: ... sitting safely 26 Heated mirrors 31 Heated rear window air conditioner 60 automatic climate control 64 Heated seats 29 Heated steering wheel 31 Heater rear window 60 64 windshield washer jets 41 Heating exterior mirror 31 seats 29 steering wheel 31 Heating and ventilation 59 62 Heavy cargo refer to Cargo loading 78 Height refer to Dimensions 115 Height adjustment seats 27 steering wheel 31 High b...

Page 125: ...69 Lighting of instruments 58 Lights refer to Parking lamps low beams 56 Lights on warning 56 Light switch 56 Load determining load limit 78 refer to Cargo loading 78 Lock buttons doors refer to Locking 21 Locking from inside 20 from outside 19 Low beams 56 automatic 56 indicator lamp defective bulb 56 replacing bulbs 100 Lower back support refer to Lumbar support 28 Lug bolts 104 torque 105 Lugga...

Page 126: ...rning lamp 94 Oil pressure 94 warning lamp 94 Oil sensor 94 warning lamp 94 OILSERVICE 44 Old batteries refer to Disposal 106 Onboard Diagnostics OBD interface socket 97 On board monitor refer to separate Owner s Manual Onboard tool kit 99 Opening and closing from inside 20 from outside 19 using the door lock 20 using the remote control 19 Output refer to Engine data 114 Outside air air conditione...

Page 127: ...Lamps and bulbs 99 Replacing tires new wheels and tires 89 wheel changes 103 Replacing windshield wiper 99 Report an accident refer to Initiating an emergency call 107 Reporting safety defects 7 Required oil grades refer to Approved engine oils 95 Reserve indicator lamp refer to Fuel gauge 43 Restraint systems for children 33 refer to Safety belts 29 Reverse gear automatic transmission with Steptr...

Page 128: ... on steering wheel 13 heater 31 lock 36 Steering wheel with buttons 13 Steptronic 38 Storage compartments 67 Storage package 68 Storage package nets 68 Storage space refer to Cargo area 70 Storing desired speed refer to Cruise control 41 Storing seat position refer to Seat and mirror memory 29 Storing tires 90 Straps refer to Cargo loading 78 Sunroof refer to Panorama glass sunroof 23 Supply reser...

Page 129: ...pth 89 Tread wear 88 Tread wear indicator in tires refer to Minimum tread depth 89 Trip distance counter refer to Trip odometer 43 Trip odometer 43 Trunk refer to Cargo area 70 Trunk lid refer to Liftgate 21 Turning circle refer to Dimensions 115 Turn signals 39 indicator lamp 12 replacing bulbs 101 side replacing bulbs 101 U Units 45 outside temperature 45 Universal garage door opener refer to In...

Page 130: ...ng 41 defrosting refer to Defrosting windows 60 63 Windshield washer reservoir 41 capacity refer to Filling capacities 116 Windshield washer system washer wiper system 40 washer fluid 41 Windshield wiper blade replacement 99 Windshield wipers refer to Washer wiper system 40 Winter tires 90 changing 103 condition 89 storage 90 Wiper blade replacement 99 Wiper system 40 Working in the engine compart...

Page 131: ...your vehicle Consult the index for individual specifi cations Fuel Engine oil The oil quantity between the two marks on the dipstick is approx 1 1 US quarts 1 liter Tire inflation pressures Designation Please enter your preferred fuel here Quality Summer tires Front Rear Winter tires Front Rear Up to 4 persons 5 persons or 4 plus luggage Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 012 213 02 06 BMW AG ...

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