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The UltimateDriving MachineOwner's Manualfor VehicleA - ZContentsOnline Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 448 - © 09/04 BMW AG

At a glanceThis overview of buttons, switches and displaysis intended to familiarize you with yourvehicle's operating environment.The section wil

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 99Do not remove the covers, and never stare into the unfiltered light for several hours, as irritati

Replacing components1004. Slowly lower the handle as far as possible, refer to arrow 4.5. Take out the compact wheel towards the back.6. Refit the com

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 101light-alloy wheels, different lug bolts may also be required.4. Screw in the remaining lug bolts.

Replacing components102Power failure Following a temporary power failure, e.g. in the case of a dead battery, some equipment is sub-ject to restricted

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 103Giving and receiving assistance Receiving assistanceThe Roadside Assistance of the BMW Group offe

Giving and receiving assistance104First-aid kit* Beneath the front passenger's seat. To open: pull the handle and fold the cover downward. To clo

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 1055. Connect the second terminal clamp of the negative/– jumper cable to the negative ter-minal of

Giving and receiving assistance106The tow fittings used should be on the same side on both vehicles. Should it prove impossi-ble to avoid mounting the

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 107Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 448 - © 09/04 BMW AG

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Cockpit10Cockpit Controls 1 Parking lamps/low beams 532 > Turn signals 38> Roadside parking lamps 54> High beams 54> Headlamp flasher 38&g

ReferenceThis chapter contains the technical dataand the index that will direct you as quicklyas possible to the information sought.ReferenceOnline Ed

Technical data110Technical data Engine specifications X3 2.5i X3 3.0iDisplacementNumber of cylinderscu in/cmµ 152,2/2,4946181,8/2,9796Maximum outputat

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 111Dimensions All dimensions in inches/millimeters. Smallest turning circle dia.: 38.4 ft/11.7 m. He

Technical data112Weights Capacities X3 2.5i X3 3.0iCurb weightwith manual transmissionwith automatic transmissionlbs./kglbs./kg4,001/1,8154,045/1,8354

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 113Everything from A to ZIndex AABS Antilock Brake System 47– indicator lamp 12Accessories, refer to

Everything from A to Z114Black ice, refer to Ice warning 44Blower– air conditioner 57– automatic climate control 60BMW maintenance system 93Bottle hol

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 115Circulation of air, refer to Recirculated-air mode 57, 60Cleaning, vehicle, refer to the Caring f

Everything from A to Z116DVD changer, refer to Owner's Manual for Radio/Onboard ComputerDynamic Brake Control DBC 47– warning lamp 49Dynamic Stab

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 117Glove compartment 64Grills, refer to Ventilation 57, 61Gross vehicle weight, refer to Weights 112

Everything from A to Z118JJacking points 100Jumping, refer to Jump starting 104Jump starting 104KKey Memory 30Keys 16Kick-down 37LLamps and bulbs 95La

At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobilityReference 11Instrument cluster 1 Speedometer 2 Indicator and warning lamps 11 3 Tachometer 42Indicator and warn

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 119Nozzles, refer to Ventilation 57, 61Nylon rope, refer to Tow-starting and towing 105OOBD connecto

Everything from A to Z120Remaining distance for Service 43Remote control 16– garage-door opener 62– malfunction 17– tailgate 17Removing condensation,

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 121Steering wheel with buttons 12Steptronic 36Storage compartments 64, 65Storage package 65Storage p

Everything from A to Z122Turn signals 38– indicator lamp 12– replacing bulbs 97Turn signals, side, replacing bulbs 97UUndercarriage protection, refer

RefuelingTo ensure that you always have all the essential data at hand when refueling, we recommend that you fill in the following tables with the spe

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Cockpit12ColorsThe indicator and warning lamps can light up in different colors and combinations.The following section explains the significance of th

At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobilityReference 13> Cruise control > Selected telephone functions> Voice command systemIn order to operate a

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ControlsThis chapter is intended to provide you withinformation for complete control of your vehicle.Its extensive array of features and accessories,b

Opening and closing16Opening and closingKey set 1 Master keys with remote controlEvery master key with remote control con-tains an extended-life batte

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 17Protect the remote control against unau-thorized use by handing over only the spare key, for examp

Opening and closing18LX8FZVECompliance statement: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two condit

X3 2.5iX3 3.0iOwner's Manual for VehicleWe are very glad that you have decided to purchase a BMW.The more familiar you are with it, the more secu

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 19Unlocking and opening doors1. Press button for central locking system.2. Pull the respective door

Opening and closing20Windows Opening and closing windows As of ignition key position 1: > Press the switch up to the resistance point:The window co

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 21Panorama glass sunroof* When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key and close the doors, as ot

Opening and closing22Manual operation In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can operate the panorama glass sunroof manually.1. Pull off the c

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 23> The indicator lamp flashes when the vehicle is locked: door(s) or tailgate are not com-pletel

Adjustments24AdjustmentsSitting safely The ideal sitting position can make a vital con-tribution to relaxed driving that is as fatigue-free as possibl

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 25SeatsNote before adjusting Never try to adjust your seat while operat-ing the vehicle. The seat co

Adjustments26AdjustmentsHeight adjustment: > To raise: pull upward.> To lower: press button, arrow 1, and slide head restraint downward.Front he

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 273. Press the MEMORY button: The indicator lamp in the button lights up.4. Press the desired memory

Adjustments283. Guide the belt back into its reel.The upper shoulder strap's anchorage point will be in the correct position for seat occupants o

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Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 29distance to following traffic should not be regarded as precise.< 1 Adjustments 2 Switching ove

Adjustments30Vehicle Memory, Key Memory How the system functions You have probably frequently wished that you could configure individual functions of

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 31Transporting children safely The right place for childrenChildren always in the rearAccident resea

Transporting children safely32of injury to children. Always read and follow the instructions that come with the system. Child seat securityAll of the

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 33Adjust the tether strap according to the child-restraint manufacturer's instruc-tions.<LAT

Driving34DrivingIgnition lock 0 Steering locked The key can be inserted or removed in this posi-tion only.After removing the key, turn the steering wh

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 35Display of the previously described malfunction on Canadian models.The warning lamp lights up. Mal

Driving36Indicator lamp for Canadian models.EngagingThe lever engages automatically and the indica-tor lamp in the instrument cluster lights up from i

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 37Possible displays P R N D SD M1 M2 M3 M4 M5The selector lever position is indicated, and in the ma

Driving38To use the automatic function again, move the selector lever to the right into position D.Malfunction The warning lamp lights up. A malfunc-t

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobilityContentsThe fastest way to find specific topics is to use the index, refer to page 113.Using this Own

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 39Rain sensor*The rain sensor automatically controls wiper operation as a function of the rain inten

Driving403. Move the wiper lever from position 0 to position 2 againTo change the wiper blades, refer to page 95.Cruise control* The vehicle maintains

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 41In addition, the system is automatically inter-rupted in response to the following conditions: >

Everything under control42Everything under controlOdometer 1 Odometer2 Trip odometerOdometer You can activate the displays shown in the illus-tration

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 43Between blue and red fieldsNormal operating range. It is permissible for the dial to drift up to t

Everything under control44Computer* Mode selection As of ignition key position 1, you can call up information from the computer using the com-puter bu

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 45Cruising range Displays the estimated cruising range available with the remaining fuel. The fuel l

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety46Technology for comfort, convenience and safetyPDC Park Distance Control*The concept PDC provides extra

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 47MalfunctionThe indicator lamp in the button flashes and a short continuous tone sounds. PDC is mal

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety48Switching off DSC Press the button; the indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up continuousl

Notes4NotesUsing this Owner's ManualWe have made every effort to ensure that you are able to find what you need in this Owner's Manual as qu

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 49Activating systemPress the button; the indicator lamp comes on. The indicator lamp flashes when th

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety50The check of the tire inflation pressure is based on monitoring the relative speeds of the wheels. A f

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 51The display consists of two stages: > Normal braking: The brake lamps 1 and the center brake la

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety52Automatic deactivation of front passenger airbags Your BMW has a seat occupation detection system. By

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 53LampsParking lamps/low beams Parking lamps The front, rear and side vehicle lighting is switched o

Lamps54Activating Adaptive Head LightIn ignition key position 2, turn the light switch to the position Automatic head-lamp control, refer to page 53.T

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 55Interior lamps The interior lamps operate automatically.If you desire, the interior lamps are swit

A congenial climate56A congenial climateAir conditioner 1 Airflow directed toward the windshield and side windows 2 Airflow for the upper body 573 Fro

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 57Air supply/blower You can select blower speeds 1 to 4. The heating and ventilation become more and

A congenial climate58Ventilation for coolingAdjust the vents to direct the flow of cool air in your direction, for instance, if the interior has becom

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 5The individual vehicleOn purchasing your BMW, you have decided in favor of a model with individuali

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 59Automatic climate control* 1 Airflow directed toward the windshield and side windows2 Airflow for

A congenial climate60A congenial climateFor almost all conditions, the AUTO pro-gram 12 offers the optimal air distribution and air volume. Select an

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 61culates the air currently within the vehicle. During AUC operation, a sensor detects pollut-ants i

Practical interior accessories62Practical interior accessoriesIntegrated universal remote control* The concept The integrated universal remote control

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 63The corresponding memory button 1 is now programmed with the signal of the original hand-held tran

Practical interior accessories64RearA cup holder is located in the center armrest at the rear: Press the button to open.Do not place glass containers

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 65Storage compartment in the instrument panel*OpeningPress the button in the direction of the arrow.

Practical interior accessories66Car phone preparation* Hands-free system In vehicles with car phone preparation*, the hands-free microphone is located

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 67Inserting ski bagThe ski bag is located in the cargo area under the floor cover.1. Fold down the c

Practical interior accessories68Do not place heavy and hard objects on the cover. If you do so, they could endan-ger occupants during braking maneuver

Notes6For your own safety Maintenance and repair Advanced technology, e.g. the use of modern materials and high-performance electronics, requires spec

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 69Floor cover OpeningFor access to the jack etc.To open, raise the cover by the handle, refer to arr

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Driving tipsThis section is designed to provide you withextra support by supplying informationuseful in dealing with specific drivingand operating con

Things to remember when driving72Things to remember when drivingBreaking-in Moving parts should be allowed to adjust to one another. To ensure that yo

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 73Hot exhaust system As in all vehicles equipped with a catalytic converter, extremely high temperat

Things to remember when driving74Pulsation at the brake pedal combined with sounds from the hydraulic circuits indicates to the driver that ABS is in

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 753. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX lbs. or YYY kg.4. The result

Things to remember when driving76> Read and comply with the information enclosed with the heavy-duty cargo straps. Always position and secure the l

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 77to dry the brakes, thus preventing a reduc-tion in braking performance caused by the moisture. For

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Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 7Service and warranty We recommend that you read this publication thoroughly.Your BMW is covered by

MobilityThis section helps you maintain your mobilityby supplying important information onvital topics including fuels and lubricants,wheels and tires

Refueling80Refueling Fuel filler door Always switch off the engine before refu-eling, as it is not possible to add fuel with the engine running, and a

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 81Never attempt to continue driving until the tank is completely empty, as engine functions could be

Wheels and tires82Wheels and tiresTire inflation pressure Information for your safetyIt is not merely the tire's service life, but also driving c

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 83X3 2.5i/3.0i Tire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPaAll pressure specifications in the table

Wheels and tires84Tire identification marksKnowledge of the labeling on the side of the tire makes it easier to identify and choose the right tires.Ti

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 85Temperature The temperature grades are A, the highest, B and C, representing the tire's resis

Wheels and tires86New wheels and tires Have new wheels and tires installed only by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center or tire shop that works acc

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 87Snow chains* Only certain snow chains have been tested by BMW and classified and approved as safe.

Under the hood88Under the hoodNever attempt to perform any service or repair operations on your vehicle without the required professional technical tr

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Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 89Engine compartment 1 Reservoir for windshield and headlamp washer system 90 2 Body ground: negativ

Under the hood90Washer fluid Headlamp* and windshield washer system The antifreeze for the washer systems is flammable. For this reason, keep it away

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 91Do not fill beyond the upper mark on the dipstick. Excess oil can damage the engine.< Adding en

Under the hood92sure to escape, then continue turning to open.3. The coolant level is correct if the upper end of the red float bar is at least at the

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 93Maintenance The BMW maintenance system The BMW maintenance system supports the preservation of the

Maintenance94the bottom of the instrument cluster and under a cover. The cover has the letters OBD on it. The most important components for the com-po

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 95Replacing componentsOnboard tool kit The onboard tool kit is located in a compart-ment on the left

Replacing components96Halogen low beams H7 bulb, 55 watts Always wear gloves and eye protection – the atmosphere within the bulb is pres-surized. Fail

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 974. Place the lamp base with the lower edge against the bracket and press it in until the lamp base

Replacing components98lead to personal injury should the bulb be dam-aged.< 1. Pull the cover in front of the fog lamp for-ward. 2. Loosen the scre