BMW X3 2013 Owner'S Manual Download Page 85

Odometer and trip odometer

Odometer, arrow 1.

Trip odometer, arrow 2.

Resetting the trip odometer

Press the knob.

The odometer is displayed
when the ignition is
switched off.

When the ignition is
switched on, the trip odome‐
ter is reset.

External temperature

External temperature warning

If the indicator drops to
+37 ℉/+3 ℃ or lower, a signal
sounds.
A Check Control message is
displayed.

There is the increased danger of ice.

Ice on roads
Even at temperatures above

+37 ℉/+3 ℃, there can be a risk of ice on
roads.
Therefore, drive carefully on bridges and
shaded roads, for example, to avoid the in‐
creased risk of an accident.◀

Time

The time is displayed in the in‐
strument cluster.
Setting the time on the Control
Display, refer to page 

87

.

Date

The date is displayed in the in‐
strument cluster.
Set the date on the Control Dis‐
play, refer to page 

87

.

Range

After the reserve range is
reached:

A Check Control message is
displayed briefly.

The remaining range is
shown on the onboard com‐
puter.

When a dynamic driving style is used, such
as when cornering quickly, operation of the
engine is not always ensured.

The Check Control message appears continu‐
ously below a range of approx. 30 miles/50 km.

Refuel promptly
Refuel no later than at a range of

30 miles/50 km, or operation of the engine is
not ensured and damage may occur.◀

Displaying the cruising range

1.

"Settings"

2.

"Info display"

3.

"Additional indicators"

Current fuel consumption

Displays the current fuel con‐
sumption. You can check
whether you are currently driv‐
ing in an efficient and environ‐
mentally-friendly manner.

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Displays

Controls

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Summary of Contents for X3 2013

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual for Vehicle The Ultimate Driving Machine THE BMW X3 OWNER S MANUAL Contents A Z Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 911 041 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 047 XI 13...

Page 2: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 047 XI 13...

Page 3: ...hnical features available in your BMW The manual also contains information designed to en hance operating reliability and road safety and to contribute to maintaining the value of your BMW Any updates...

Page 4: ...luding excerpts only with the written consent of BMW AG Munich US English XI 13 07 13 490 Printed on environmentally friendly paper bleached without chlorine suitable for recycling Online Edition for...

Page 5: ...ccordance with BMW specifications While BMW of North America LLC at no cost to you will pay for repairs required by the limited warranties provided with respect to your vehicle and for maintenance und...

Page 6: ...hould be disregarded and the following text should be read in lieu thereof BMW recommends that you have the maintenance carried out by your service center 10 At page 164 under the heading Mounting the...

Page 7: ...d be read as rating 16 At page 170 under the heading Engine oil change the text should be disregarded and in lieu thereof should be read as follows BMW recommends that you have the oil changed at your...

Page 8: ...ded vehicle batteries The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends that you use vehicle batteries that it has tested and recommends for use in your vehicle otherwise the vehicle could be damaged and sy...

Page 9: ...afety 107 Driving stability control systems 113 Driving comfort 124 Climate control 131 Interior equipment 138 Storage compartments Driving tips 144 Things to remember when driving 147 Loading 150 Sav...

Page 10: ...on system Identifies the answers generated by the voice activation system Refers to measures that can be taken to help protect the environment Symbols on vehicle components Indicates that you should c...

Page 11: ...ies contain lead and lead com pounds Wash your hands after handling Used engine oil contains chemicals that have caused cancer in laboratory animals Always protect your skin by washing thoroughly with...

Page 12: ...y or permanently store technical informa tion about the condition of the vehicle events and faults This technical information generally documents the state of a component a mod ule a system or the env...

Page 13: ...he EDR is needed In addition to the ve hicle manufacturer other parties such as law enforcement that have the special equipment can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR R...

Page 14: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 911 041 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 047 XI 13...

Page 15: ...and displays are intended to familiarize you with your vehicle You will also become quickly acquainted with the available control concepts and options Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 911 041 VI 13...

Page 16: ...applies for safety related functions and systems All around the steering wheel 1 Rear window safety switch 45 2 Power windows 44 3 Exterior mirror operation 54 4 Lane departure warning 104 Collision w...

Page 17: ...source Volume Voice activation 24 Telephone see user s manual for Navigation Entertainment and Communication Thumbwheel for selection lists 114 10 Steering column stalk right Windshield wipers 68 Rai...

Page 18: ...ual for Navigation Entertainment and Communi cation 8 Controller with buttons 16 9 Parking brake 65 Auto Hold 66 10 PDC Park Distance Control 115 Rearview camera 117 Top View 120 HDC Hill Descent Cont...

Page 19: ...nt Emergency Re quest 182 2 Panoramic glass sunroof 46 3 Indicator lamp front passenger airbag 96 4 Reading lamps 93 5 Interior lamps 93 Cockpit At a glance 15 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 911 0...

Page 20: ...rs never at tempt to use the controls or enter information unless traffic and road conditions allow this Controls at a glance Controls 1 Control Display 2 Controller with buttons and touchpad The butt...

Page 21: ...evious panel OPTION Opens the Options menu Controller without navigation system Select menu items and create settings 1 Turn 2 Press 3 Move in two directions Buttons on controller Press the but ton Fu...

Page 22: ...o the left The current panel is closed and the previ ous panel is displayed The previous panel is opened again by pressing the BACK button In this case the current panel is not closed Move the control...

Page 23: ...using the touchpad on the controller Selecting functions 1 Settings 2 Touchpad 3 Select the desired function Speller letters and numbers enter ing Map operating the interactive map Browser enter Inter...

Page 24: ...the left to display Time Date 4 Turn the controller until Time Date is highlighted and then press the controller 5 Turn the controller until Time is high lighted and then press the controller 6 Turn t...

Page 25: ...mbol Meaning USB audio interface Mobile phone audio interface Additional symbols Symbol Meaning Spoken instructions are switched off Request of the current vehicle posi tion Split screen General infor...

Page 26: ...ber is dialed when a phone number is selected Displaying the button assignment Use a finger to touch the buttons Do not wear gloves or use objects The key assignment is displayed at the top edge of th...

Page 27: ...nd addresses the selection is narrowed down every time a letter is entered and letters may be added automatically The entries are continuously compared to the data stored in the vehicle Only those let...

Page 28: ...voice activation Activating the voice activation system 1 Press the button on the steering wheel 2 Wait for the signal 3 Say the command The command is displayed in the instru ment cluster This symbo...

Page 29: ...f necessary 2 Press the button on the steering wheel 3 Multimedia The medium last played is played back 4 C D 5 C D drive 6 Track e g CD track 4 Via short command Playback of the CD can also be starte...

Page 30: ...he vicinity of the interior mirror Environmental conditions Say the commands numbers and letters smoothly and with normal volume empha sis and speed Always say commands in the language of the voice ac...

Page 31: ...or for what to do in the event of a flat tire This information can also be displayed during driving Search by pictures Information and descriptions based on illustra tions can be searched via search...

Page 32: ...t repeatedly until the Options menu is displayed 2 Display Owner s Manual 3 Select the desired page in the Owner s Manual 4 Press the button again to return to the function displayed last 5 Press the...

Page 33: ...Integrated Owner s Manual in the vehicle At a glance 29 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 911 041 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 047 XI 13...

Page 34: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 911 041 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 047 XI 13...

Page 35: ...that will give you complete control of your vehicle All features and accessories that are useful for driving and your safety comfort and convenience are described here Online Edition for Part no 01 40...

Page 36: ...which remote control is used to unlock the car Personal Pro file refer to page 33 Information on the required maintenance is stored in the remote control as well Service data in the remote control ref...

Page 37: ...Profile The concept You can set several of your vehicle s functions to suit your personal needs and preferences The settings are automatically saved in the profile currently activated The remote contr...

Page 38: ...ng the vehicle temporarily and do not have their own profile 1 Settings 2 Profiles The current profile is selected 3 Open Guest 4 Create the settings Note the guest profile cannot be renamed Display p...

Page 39: ...the vehicle is equipped the theft protection is activated deacti vated Theft protection prevents the doors from being unlocked using the lock but tons or the door opener The welcome lamps interior lam...

Page 40: ...was previously locked or unlocked The tailgate pivots back and up when it opens Ensure that adequate clearance is available before opening In some vehicle equipment variants the tail gate can only be...

Page 41: ...opened if the vehicle is unlocked via the door lock In order to terminate this alarm unlock vehicle with the remote control or switch on the igni tion if necessary by emergency detection of the remot...

Page 42: ...opening Provide edge protection Sharp or angular objects can hit the rear window while driving and damage the heating wires of the rear window Provide edge protec tion Opening from the outside Press t...

Page 43: ...the controller until the desired open ing height is selected Opening The tailgate opens fully Press the button on the exterior of the tail gate Press the button on the remote control for approx 1 seco...

Page 44: ...path clear Make sure that the closing path of the tailgate is clear otherwise injuries may re sult Do not place the remote control in the cargo area Take the remote control with you and do not leave i...

Page 45: ...re mote control is inside the vehicle Comparison with ordinary remote control The functions can be controlled by pressing the buttons of the remote control or Comfort Access Unlocking Grasp the door...

Page 46: ...ked Depending on how the vehicle is equipped or the country specific variant you can set whether the doors are also unlocked with the button on the remote control Confirmation signals from the vehicle...

Page 47: ...via the door lock In order to terminate this alarm unlock vehicle with the remote control or switch on the igni tion if necessary by emergency detection of the remote control Tailgate and armed alarm...

Page 48: ...be closed for the system to function properly Avoiding unintentional alarms The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sen sor can be switched off together such as in the following situations In automa...

Page 49: ...n situations e g if thin objects are present No window accessories Do not install any accessories in the range of movement of the windows otherwise the pinch protection system will be impaired Closing...

Page 50: ...ath of the glass sunroof is clear otherwise injuries may result Take the remote control with you Take the remote control with you when leaving the vehicle so that children for exam ple cannot operate...

Page 51: ...if there is an external danger pro ceed as follows 1 Press the switch forward beyond the re sistance point and hold Pinch protection is limited and the roof re opens slightly if the closing force exce...

Page 52: ...ver s seat while driv ing or the seat could respond with unexpected movement and the ensuing loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident Do not incline the backrest too far to the rear Also on t...

Page 53: ...adjustable seats At a glance 1 Backrest width 2 Lumbar support 3 Forward backward height seat tilt 4 Backrest tilt 5 Seat and mirror memory for driver s seat Note The seat setting for the driver s se...

Page 54: ...ine The lower back and the spine are supported for upright posture Press the front rear section of the switch The curvature is increased decreased Press the upper lower sec tion of the switch The curv...

Page 55: ...vehicle has five seats each of which is equipped with a safety belt Number of safety belts Your vehicle has been fitted with five safety belts for the safety of you and your passen gers However they c...

Page 56: ...ve approx 5 mph 8 km h It can also be activated if objects are placed on the front passenger seat Damage to safety belts In the case of strain caused by accidents or damage Have the safety belts inclu...

Page 57: ...restraint Correctly adjust the head restraints of all occupied seats otherwise there is an in creased risk of injury in an accident Height Adjust the head restraint so that its center is approximatel...

Page 58: ...driver s door 2 Switch off the ignition 3 Briefly press the desired button 1 or 2 The corresponding seat position is performed automatically The procedure stops when a switch for adjust ing the seat...

Page 59: ...ly on the front pas senger side This improves your view of the curb and other low lying obstacles when park ing for example Activating 1 Slide the mirror changeover switch to the driver s side mirror...

Page 60: ...e rearview mirror and the windshield Steering wheel General information Do not adjust while driving Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving otherwise an unexpected movement could result in an a...

Page 61: ...tem in the front passenger seat make sure that the front knee and side airbags on the front passenger side are deacti vated Automatic deactivation of front passen ger side airbags refer to page 96 Not...

Page 62: ...re installing a child restraint fixing system in the front passenger seat the back rest width must be opened completely Do not change the adjustment after this otherwise the stability of the child sea...

Page 63: ...ems 1 Mount the child restraint fixing system re fer to the user s manual of the system 2 Ensure that both LATCH anchors are prop erly connected Child restraint fixing system with a tether strap Mount...

Page 64: ...ining strap to the mounting eyes 5 Tighten the retaining strap by pulling it down 6 Lower and lock head restraints as needed Locking the doors and windows Rear doors Push the locking lever on the rear...

Page 65: ...to the radio ready state when the door is opened if the lights are switched off or the daytime running lights are switched on Ignition off Automatic transmission Press the Start Stop button again but...

Page 66: ...or is inadequately burned posing a risk of overheating and damage to the cata lytic converter Do not wait for the engine to warm up while the vehicle remains stationary Start driving at moderate engi...

Page 67: ...ndicates that the automatic engine start stop function is ready for an auto matic engine start The display indicates that the conditions for an automatic en gine stop have not been satis fied Note The...

Page 68: ...rged Excessive cooling of the passenger com partment when the heating is switched on Activating deactivating the system manually Using the button Press the button LED comes on Auto Start Stop function...

Page 69: ...lled The indicator lamp lights up red a sig nal sounds and the brake lamps light up Lower lamp indicator lamp in Canadian models If the vehicle is braked to a speed of approx 2 mph 3 km h the parking...

Page 70: ...ngine run ning engage position P of the automatic trans mission and ensure that the parking brake is set Otherwise the vehicle may begin to roll Activating This function can be activated when the driv...

Page 71: ...the vehicle so that children for exam ple cannot release the parking brake Malfunction In the event of a failure or malfunction of the parking brake secure the vehicle against roll ing using a wheel c...

Page 72: ...ittent operation when the vehicle is stationary Fast wiping speed press up twice or press once beyond the resistance point The wipers switch to normal speed when the vehicle is stationary Switching of...

Page 73: ...on the wind shield and activates the wipers briefly In addition the headlamps are cleaned at regu lar intervals when the vehicle lights are switched on Do not use the washer system at freezing temper...

Page 74: ...original container and inaccessible to children Follow the notes and instructions on the con tainer United States The washer fluid mixture ratio is regulated by the U S EPA and many individual states...

Page 75: ...transmission position R or D is engaged Before exiting the vehicle make sure that posi tion P of the automatic transmission is en gaged Otherwise the vehicle may begin to roll Kickdown Kickdown is use...

Page 76: ...ally upshifted as needed Switching to manual mode To shift down press the selector lever for ward To shift up pull the selector lever rear wards Gears will only be shifted at appropriate engine and ro...

Page 77: ...time the sys tem switches back into automatic mode if the selector lever is in transmission position D Shift up pull right shift paddle Shift down pull left shift paddle Gears will only be shifted at...

Page 78: ...ted optional equipment or country variant This also applies for safety related functions and systems Instrument cluster Overview instrument cluster with enhanced features 1 Fuel gauge 80 2 Speedometer...

Page 79: ...Speedometer 3 Indicator warning lamps 78 4 Tachometer 80 5 Engine oil temperature 80 6 Electronic displays 76 7 Reset miles 81 Displays Controls 75 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 911 041 VI 13 Onl...

Page 80: ...4 Navigation display see user s manual for Navigation Entertainment and Communi cation Service requirements 82 Miles trip miles 81 5 Selection list such as for the radio 85 Current fuel consumption 8...

Page 81: ...s manual for Navigation Entertainment and Communi cation Speed limit detection 83 Computer 85 2 Transmission displays 73 3 Service requirements 82 Messages e g Check Control 78 Displays Controls 77 O...

Page 82: ...g lamps and text messages in the instrument cluster and in the Head up Display In addition an acoustic signal may be output and a text message may appear on the Control Display Indicator warning lamps...

Page 83: ...ored Text messages Text messages in combination with a symbol in the instrument cluster explain a Check Con trol message and the meaning of the indicator and warning lamps Supplementary text messages...

Page 84: ...ignition is switched off Fuel gauge The vehicle inclination may cause the display to vary US models the arrow beside the fuel pump symbol shows which side of the vehicle the fuel filler flap is on Hi...

Page 85: ...s displayed in the in strument cluster Set the date on the Control Dis play refer to page 87 Range After the reserve range is reached A Check Control message is displayed briefly The remaining range i...

Page 86: ...ur service center before a service due date Detailed information on service requirements More information on the scope of service re quired can be displayed on the Control Dis play 1 Vehicle Info 2 Ve...

Page 87: ...The camera at the base of the interior rearview mirror detects traffic signs at the edge of the road as well as variable overhead sign posts Traffic signs with extra symbols for wet road conditions e...

Page 88: ...ssing Information can also be displayed in the Head up Display System limits The system may not be fully functional and may provide incorrect information in the fol lowing situations In heavy fog rain...

Page 89: ...ess the onboard computer button on the turn signal lever Information is displayed on the info display of the instrument cluster Information at a glance Info display Repeatedly pressing the button on t...

Page 90: ...remaining to the destination is displayed if a destination is entered in the navi gation system before the trip is started The distance to the destination is adopted au tomatically Time of arrival Th...

Page 91: ...e Control Display the current values for power and torque can be displayed Displaying sport displays in the Control Display 1 Vehicle Info 2 Sport displays Settings on the Control Display Time Setting...

Page 92: ...Setting the units of measure To set the units for fuel consumption route distance and temperature 1 Settings 2 Language Units 3 Select the desired menu item 4 Select the desired unit The setting is st...

Page 93: ...utomati cally switched off at these switch settings Parking lamps Switch position the vehicle lamps light up on all sides e g for parking Do not use the parking lamps for extended pe riods otherwise t...

Page 94: ...n 0 or After the ignition is switched off the parking lamps light up in position Activating deactivating In some countries daytime running lights are compulsory so it may not be possible to deac tivat...

Page 95: ...pt If while in switch position or the low beams are automatically switched on this sys tem automatically switches the high beams on and then off The procedure is controlled by a sensor on the front of...

Page 96: ...s on hilltops or in depres sions in cross traffic or half obscured on coming traffic on freeways In poorly lit towns and cities and in the presence of highly reflective signs At low speeds When the wi...

Page 97: ...itching the interior lamps on and off Press the button To switch off permanently press the button for approx 3 seconds Switch back on press button Reading lamps Press the button Reading lamps are loca...

Page 98: ...ag front passenger 3 Head airbag 4 Side airbag 5 Knee airbags Front airbags Front airbags help protect the driver and front passenger by responding to frontal impacts in which safety belts alone canno...

Page 99: ...t apply adhesive materials to the air bag cover panels cover them or modify them in any way Never modify either the individual compo nents or the wiring in the airbag system This also applies to steer...

Page 100: ...his case change the sitting position so that the front passenger airbags are activated and the indicator lamp goes out If it is not possible to activate the airbags have the person sit in the rear To...

Page 101: ...e that the area of movement of the seats is unobstructed to avoid personal injury or damage to objects Tire Pressure Monitor TPM The concept The system monitors tire pressure in the four mounted tires...

Page 102: ...riving After a successfully completed Reset the wheels on the Control Display are shown in green and Tire Pressure Monitor TPM active is displayed The trip can be interrupted at any time If you drive...

Page 103: ...f steering properties Adjust your driving style accord ingly Avoid abrupt steering maneuvers or driv ing over obstacles e g curbs potholes etc Because the possible driving distance de pends on how the...

Page 104: ...inflation also reduces fuel ef ficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it...

Page 105: ...flat tire or a major loss in tire inflation pressure 1 Reduce your speed and stop cautiously Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu vers 2 Check whether the vehicle is fitted with regular tires or r...

Page 106: ...braking distance and altered self steering properties Adjust your driving style accord ingly Avoid abrupt steering maneuvers or driv ing over obstacles e g curbs potholes etc Because the possible dri...

Page 107: ...n the Head up Display and acoustically The collision warning can be issued in the in strument cluster and acoustically Warning stages Symbol Measure The vehicle lights up red prewarn ing Increase dist...

Page 108: ...e base of the mirror Keep the windshield in the area behind the in terior rear view mirror clean and clear Lane departure warning The concept Starting at a specific speed this system alerts you when t...

Page 109: ...g to your own lane When braking hard When using the turn signal System limits The system may not be fully functional in the following situations In heavy fog rain or snowfall In the event of worn poor...

Page 110: ...During heavy brake application the inner brake lamps light up in addition Controls Safety 106 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 911 041 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 047 XI 13...

Page 111: ...also recognizes unstable vehicle condi tions such as fishtailing or nose diving Sub ject to physical limits DSC helps to keep the vehicle on a steady course by reducing engine speed and by applying b...

Page 112: ...gain TRACTION and the DSC OFF indica tor lamp go out Performance Control Performance Control enhances the agility of your vehicle To enhance performance during sporty driving the rear wheel on the ins...

Page 113: ...up Deactivating HDC Press the button again and the LED goes out HDC is automatically deactivated above approx 37 mph 60 km h Display in the instrument cluster The selected speed is displayed in the s...

Page 114: ...es to COM FORT in the following situations Failure of Dynamic Damping Control Failure of DSC Dynamic Damping Control The vehicle has a flat tire When activating cruise control in TRAC TION or DSC OFF...

Page 115: ...For a balanced tuning with maximum driving stabilization Activating COMFORT Press button repeatedly until COM FORT is displayed in the instrument cluster In certain situations the system automaticall...

Page 116: ...changes can be displayed on the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Driving mode 3 Driving mode info Controls Driving stability control systems 112 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 911 041 VI 13 Online Edi...

Page 117: ...snow or rain or on a loose road surface Otherwise you could lose control of the vehi cle and cause an accident General information When ECO PRO is activated cruise control is also set to a driving sty...

Page 118: ...the current speed Adapting the desired speed Adapt the desired speed to the road con ditions and be ready to brake at all times oth erwise there is the danger of an accident oc curring Press the rocke...

Page 119: ...by ultrasound sen sors in the bumpers The range is approx 6 ft 2 m An acoustic warning is first given By the front middle sensors and the two corner sensors at approx 24 in 60 cm By the rear middle se...

Page 120: ...th in front of and be hind the vehicle an alternating continuous sig nal is sounded The intermittent tone is interrupted after ap prox 3 seconds If the vehicle stops in front of an object that is dete...

Page 121: ...sweeping machines high pressure steam cleaners or neon lights Malfunction A Check Control message refer to page 78 is displayed in the instrument cluster On the Control Display the areas in front of a...

Page 122: ...r view camera The rearview camera image is displayed The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Display on the Control Display Functional requirement The rearview camera is switche...

Page 123: ...cle lines 1 Position the vehicle so that the turning cir cle lines lead to within the limits of the parking space 2 Turn the steering wheel to the point where the pathway line covers the corresponding...

Page 124: ...ituation around the ve hicle with your own eyes Otherwise an acci dent could result from road users or objects lo cated outside the picture area of the cameras At a glance Button in the vehicle Top Vi...

Page 125: ...on 1 Select the symbol 2 Turn the controller until the desired setting is reached and press the controller Contrast With Top View switched on 1 Select the symbol 2 Turn the controller until the desir...

Page 126: ...his information is only displayed briefly as needed Selecting displays in the Head up Display 1 Settings 2 Head Up Display 3 Displayed information 4 Select the desired displays in the Head up Display...

Page 127: ...shield is part of the system The shape of the windshield makes it possible to display a precise image A film in the windshield prevents double im ages from being displayed Therefore have the special w...

Page 128: ...systems Automatic climate control 1 Vent settings 2 Air flow 3 AUTO program 4 Interior temperature sensor always keep clear 5 Recirculated air mode 6 Temperature 7 Defrosting windows and removing cond...

Page 129: ...ode and increase the air volume if necessary Continuous recirculated air mode The recirculated air mode should not be used for an extended period of time as the air quality inside the vehicle deterior...

Page 130: ...atic climate control are switched off entirely Switching on Set any air volume The AUTO program can also be switched on directly via the AUTO button Microfilter The microfilter removes dust and pollen...

Page 131: ...ody region The vents need to be open for this The air is cooled fastest when the engine is running The air volume can be adjusted when the pro gram is active AUTO program Press the button Air volume a...

Page 132: ...an extended period of time as the air quality inside the vehicle deteriorates stead ily ALL program Press the button The current setting or later settings of the temperature on the driver s side are...

Page 133: ...armer Adjusting the ventilation Ventilation for cooling Adjust the vent to direct the air in your di rection such as if the vehicle interior is hot from the sun Draft free ventilation Adjust the vent...

Page 134: ...tivating the switch on time 1 Settings 2 Climate 3 Activate timer 1 or Activate timer 2 The symbol on the automatic climate con trol lights up when the switch on time is acti vated The symbol on the a...

Page 135: ...ote control ensure that there are no people animals or objects in the range of movement of the remote controlled device otherwise there is a risk of injury or damage Also follow the safety instruction...

Page 136: ...operating manual or press the programmed button on the interior rear view mirror longer If the LED on the interior rearview mirror starts flashing rapidly and then stays lit constantly for 2 seconds t...

Page 137: ...n be operated using the button on the interior rear view mirror while the engine is running or when the ignition is started To do this hold down the button within receiving range of the system until t...

Page 138: ...ollection see user s manual for Navigation Entertainment and Communi cation Importing trips see user s manual for Navi gation Entertainment Communication Without Professional navigation system or TV a...

Page 139: ...Do not let the trunk cover snap back into place Do not allow the trunk cover to snap back into place this can damage it Removing and inserting Cargo cover without partition net Removing The cover can...

Page 140: ...as it should be and there is increased danger of injury due to unexpected movement of the seat backrest Ensure that the lock is securely engaged When folding back the backrest be sure that it locks i...

Page 141: ...l the case rearward out of the two side brackets arrow 2 Make sure not to tilt it in the process 4 Slide the case all the way into the guides arrows 1 on the backs of the backrests 5 Fold open the fro...

Page 142: ...the dash board Storage compartments The following storage compartments are avail able in the vehicle interior Glove compartment on the front passenger side refer to page 138 Storage compartment in th...

Page 143: ...r s manual for Navigation Entertainment and Communication Cupholders Hints Shatter proof containers and no hot drinks Use light and shatter proof containers and do not transport hot drinks Otherwise t...

Page 144: ...terproof storage compartment is available on the right side of the cargo area floor Hooks multi function hook Multi function hooks are available on the left and right cargo area walls Retaining strap...

Page 145: ...of the roof with the hook Cargo net FlexNet To secure the cargo refer to page 148 the flexible cargo net can also be used Folding box A folding box is located under the cargo area floor Storage compa...

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Page 147: ...tips This chapter provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating modes Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 911 041 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 047...

Page 148: ...equire an initial break in period of ap prox 300 miles 500 km to achieve optimized contact and wear patterns between brake discs and brake pads Drive moderately during this break in period Following p...

Page 149: ...pth and walking speed otherwise the vehicle s engine the electrical systems and the transmission may be damaged Braking safely Your vehicle is equipped with ABS as a stand ard feature Applying the bra...

Page 150: ...nder the vehicle like this are normal Driving on poor roads The vehicle connects four wheel drive to the advantages of a normal truck Do not drive on unpaved terrain Do not drive on unpaved terrain ot...

Page 151: ...argo should never exceed XXX kg or YYY lbs Otherwise damage to the vehicle and unstable driving situations may result 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding i...

Page 152: ...cargo Lashing eyes in the cargo area To secure the cargo there are four lashing eyes in the cargo area Lashing eyes in the cargo area with rails To secure the cargo there are four movable lashing eyes...

Page 153: ...roof rack Roof racks are available as special accessories Attachment to the rack Follow the installation instructions of the roof rack Mounting Be sure that adequate clearance is maintained for tilti...

Page 154: ...l consumption Close the windows and glass sunroof Driving with the glass sunroof and windows open results in increased air resistance and raises fuel consumption Tires General information Tires can af...

Page 155: ...t currently needed Functions such as seat heating and the rear window defroster require a lot of energy and consume additional fuel especially in city and stop and go traffic Therefore switch off thes...

Page 156: ...e display The bonus range is automatically reset every time the vehicle is refueled Driving style In the tachometer a mark in the bar display in dicates the current efficiency of the driving style Mar...

Page 157: ...sumption can be dis played within an adjustable time frame Vertical bars show consumption for the se lected time frame Trip interruptions are represented below the bar on the time axis Consumption his...

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Page 159: ...our mobility you will find important information on operating fluids wheels and tires maintenance and Roadside Assistance in the following Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 911 041 VI 13 Online Editi...

Page 160: ...cap Opening 1 Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler flap 2 Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise 3 Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached to the fuel filler flap Closing 1 Fit the cap and tu...

Page 161: ...l when the filler nozzle clicks off the first time Do not overfill the fuel tank Do not overfill the fuel tank otherwise fuel may escape causing harm to the environ ment and damaging the vehicle Handl...

Page 162: ...E85 i e fuel with an ethanol content of 85 or with Flex Fuel as this would damage the engine and fuel supply system Gasoline quality BMW recommends AKI 91 Minimum fuel grade BMW recommends AKI 89 Mini...

Page 163: ...condition that may not only compromise your vehicle s driving stability but also lead to tire damage and the risk of an accident After correcting the tire inflation pressure Reinitialize the Flat Tire...

Page 164: ...bar PSI with cold tires 245 50 R 18 100 V M S A S RSC 245 50 R 18 100 H M S RSC 2 2 32 2 4 35 245 45 R 19 102 V M S XL A S RSC 245 45 R 19 102 V M S XL RSC 2 2 32 2 6 38 Front 245 45 R 19 98 W RSC Re...

Page 165: ...of 50 mph 80 km h 4 2 60 X3 35i Tire size Pressure specifica tions in bar PSI Specifications in bar PSI with cold tires 245 50 R 18 100 V M S A S RSC 245 50 R 18 100 H M S RSC 2 6 38 3 0 44 245 45 R 1...

Page 166: ...ds upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart signifi cantly from the norm due to variations in driv ing habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climat...

Page 167: ...read depth Wear indicators are distributed around the tire s circumference and have the legally re quired minimum height of 0 063 in 1 6 mm They are marked on the side of the tire with TWI Tread Wear...

Page 168: ...ead con figuration from a single manufacturer Following tire damage have the original wheel and tire combination remounted on the vehicle as soon as possible Approved wheels and tires The manufacturer...

Page 169: ...wheels between axles The manufacturer of your vehicle advises against switching wheels between the front and rear axles This can impair the handling characteristics Storage Store wheels and tires in...

Page 170: ...ly tight Retighten as needed accord ing to the chain manufacturer s instructions Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor after mounting snow chains as doing so may result in incorrect readings Do not...

Page 171: ...ion number 3 Jump starting negative terminal 4 Jump starting positive terminal 5 Coolant reservoir 6 Oil filler neck Hood Hints Working in the engine compartment Never attempt to perform any service o...

Page 172: ...protrud ing parts when the hood is open Closing the hood Let the hood drop from a height of approx 16 in 40 cm and push down on it to lock it fully Make sure you hear the engine compartment lid engag...

Page 173: ...ehicle has been driven for at least 30 minutes Displaying the oil level 1 Vehicle Info 2 Vehicle status 3 Engine oil level Oil level display messages Different messages appear on the display de pendin...

Page 174: ...0 SAE 5W 40 and SAE 5W 30 or malfunctions or engine damage may occur The engine oil quality is critical for the life of the engine Some types of oils in some cases are not avail able in all countries...

Page 175: ...and additives Not all commercially available additives are suitable for your vehicle Ask your service cen ter for suitable additives Coolant level Checking 1 Let the engine cool 2 Turn the cap of the...

Page 176: ...rocedures for your vehicle Therefore hand your service specialist the re mote control with which the vehicle was driven most recently Storage periods Storage periods during which the vehicle bat tery...

Page 177: ...t there is excessive mis firing in the engine Reduce the vehicle speed and have the system checked immediately otherwise serious engine misfiring within a brief pe riod can seriously damage emission c...

Page 178: ...r the first aid kit behind the left folding cover in the cargo area Wiper blade replacement General information Do not fold down the wipers without wiper blades Do not fold down the wipers if wiper bl...

Page 179: ...rried out improperly Do not touch the bulbs Do not touch the glass of new bulbs with your bare hands as even minute amounts of contamination will burn into the bulb s surface and reduce its service li...

Page 180: ...the hood refer to page 167 2 Unscrew the cap counterclockwise and re move it 3 Carefully pull out the connector 4 Pull the bulb off the connector and insert the new bulb 5 Insert the new bulb and atta...

Page 181: ...ecking and adjusting headlamp aim please contact your BMW center Xenon headlamps Low beams and high beams are designed with xenon technology The parking lamps and daylight running lights are made usin...

Page 182: ...general instructions on Lamps and bulbs refer to page 175 These lamps are made using LED technology Please contact your service center in the event of a malfunction Tail lamps bulb replacement At a g...

Page 183: ...acket slide the cover down to the stop Backup lamp and inner brake lamp Follow the general instructions on Lamps and bulbs refer to page 175 Backup lamp 16 watt bulb W16W Inner brake lamp 21 watt bulb...

Page 184: ...heck Control mes sages of these comfort functions are no longer displayed Charging the battery Note Do not plug chargers into the socket Do not connect battery chargers to the factory installed socket...

Page 185: ...another color or amperage rating this could lead to a circuit overload ultimately re sulting in a fire in the vehicle Plastic tweezers and information on the fuse types and locations are stored in th...

Page 186: ...ns the Emergency Request cannot be guaranteed under unfavor able conditions Initiating an Emergency Request 1 Press the cover briefly to open it 2 Press the SOS button until the LED in the button ligh...

Page 187: ...t is located behind the left hand cover in the cargo area Roadside Assistance Service availability Roadside Assistance can be reached around the clock in many countries You can obtain as sistance ther...

Page 188: ...viding assis tance 3 Attach the terminal clamp on the other end of the cable to the positive terminal of the battery or to the corresponding starting aid terminal of the vehicle to be started 4 Attach...

Page 189: ...icle parts may cause damage Switch on the hazard warning system de pending on local regulations If the electrical system has failed clearly identify the vehicle being towed by placing a sign or a warn...

Page 190: ...paved roads only Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting e g do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting Otherwise damage to the tow fitting and the vehicle can occur Screw thread Push out the cover...

Page 191: ...aves in the area below the windshield when the hood is raised Wash your vehicle frequently particularly in winter Intense soiling and road salt can damage the vehicle Automatic car washes Hints Note t...

Page 192: ...BMW recommends using cleaning and care products from BMW since these have been tested and approved Car care and cleaning products Follow the instructions on the container When cleaning the interior op...

Page 193: ...ater possibly with shampoo added partic ularly when they have been exposed to road salt Rubber components Aside from water treat only with rubber cleansers When cleaning rubber seals do not use any si...

Page 194: ...h and water or a textile cleaner To prevent matting of the carpet rub back and forth in the direction of travel only Sensors cameras To clean sensors and cameras use a cloth moistened with a small amo...

Page 195: ...Care Mobility 191 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 911 041 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 047 XI 13...

Page 196: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 911 041 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 047 XI 13...

Page 197: ...e This chapter contains the technical data and an index that will quickly take you to the information you need Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 911 041 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 0...

Page 198: ...hicle e g because of the selected optional equipment or country variant This also applies for safety related functions and systems Dimensions Width height 1 Vehicle height 66 inches 1 675 mm 2 Vehicle...

Page 199: ...d gross vehicle weight lbs kg 5 137 2 330 Load lbs kg 904 410 Approved front axle load lbs kg 2 404 1 090 Approved rear axle load lbs kg 2 823 1 280 Approved roof load capacity lbs kg 220 100 Trunk ca...

Page 200: ...g 2 845 1 290 Approved roof load capacity lbs kg 220 100 Cargo area capacity cu ft l 19 4 56 5 550 1 600 Capacities US gal liters Notes Fuel tank 17 7 67 Fuel quality refer to page 158 Windshield and...

Page 201: ...Technical data Reference 197 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 911 041 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 047 XI 13...

Page 202: ...tic car wash 187 Automatic climate con trol 124 Automatic climate control with enhanced features 126 Automatic Curb Monitor 55 Automatic deactivation front passenger airbags 96 Automatic headlamp con...

Page 203: ...sition 57 Children transporting safely 57 Child restraint fixing sys tem 57 Child restraint fixing system LATCH 58 Child restraint fixing systems mounting 57 Child safety locks 60 Child seat mounting...

Page 204: ...m ESP refer to DSC 107 Emergency detection remote control 33 Emergency release door lock 37 Emergency release fuel filler flap 156 Emergency Request 182 Emergency service refer to Roadside Assistance...

Page 205: ...l auto matic 90 Headlamp courtesy delay fea ture 89 Headlamp courtesy delay fea ture via remote control 36 Headlamp flasher 68 Headlamp flasher bulb re placement 176 Headlamp glass 175 Headlamps 176 H...

Page 206: ...ol 90 Light emitting diodes LEDs 175 Lighting 89 Lighting via remote con trol 36 Light switch 89 Load 147 Loading 147 Lock door 37 Locking unlocking from in side 38 Locking unlocking via door lock 37...

Page 207: ...r to Control Display 16 Onboard vehicle tool kit 174 Opening and closing 32 Opening and closing from in side 38 Opening and closing via door lock 37 Opening and closing with re mote control 35 Operati...

Page 208: ...eating rear 51 Seating position for chil dren 57 Seats 48 Selection list in instrument cluster 85 Selector lever automatic transmission 71 Sensors care 190 Service and warranty 7 Service requirements...

Page 209: ...flat tires 165 Tire tread 163 Tone see user s manual for Navigation Entertainment and Communication Tools 174 Top View 120 Total vehicle weight 195 Touchpad 19 Tow fitting 186 Towing 185 Tow starting...

Page 210: ...Pressure Moni tor TPM 97 Width vehicle 194 Window defroster rear 126 128 Windows powered 44 Windshield washer fluid 70 Windshield washer noz zles 69 Windshield washer sys tem 68 Windshield wiper 68 W...

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