BMW X3 Bedienungshandbuch

The UltimateDriving MachineOwner's Manualfor VehicleContentsA to ZOnline Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 250 - © 08/07 BMW AG

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Wheels and tires98age and related safety hazards. Make sure that the new wheels are balanced.<Retreaded tiresBMW does not recommend the use of retr

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 99Snow chains*Only certain fine-link snow chains are tested, classified as road-safe, and recommende

Under the hood100Under the hoodNever attempt to perform any service or repair operations on your vehicle without the required professional technical t

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 101Important components in the engine compartment1 Filler neck for washer fluid of the headlamp and

Under the hood102Engine oilEngine oil consumption depends on driving style and operating conditions.Warning lampEngine oil pressureThe warning lamp li

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 1033 Oil level at minimumAt your earliest opportunity, add 1 US quart/1 liter engine oil, also refer

Under the hood104CoolantWarning lampThe warning lamp lights up: coolant level is too low; top off at the next opportunity.Do not open the cooling syst

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 105MaintenanceBMW maintenance systemThe BMW maintenance system supports the preservation of the road

Maintenance106Emissions valuesThe warning lamp lights up. Exhaust values are deteriorating. Have the vehi-cle checked as soon as possible.Under certai

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 107Replacing componentsOnboard tool kitThe onboard tool kit is located in a compart-ment on the left

At a glanceThis overview of buttons, switches and displaysis intended to familiarize you with your vehicle'soperating environment. The section wi

Replacing components108Please have your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center work on lamps whose replacement is not described here.<Light-emitting di

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 109bracket. To do so, loosen the bolt, refer to arrow, and place the reservoir to one side.Bear in m

Replacing components110Side-mounted turn signalsW5W bulb, 5 watts1. Use finger pressure against the rear end of the lamp, refer to arrow, to press it

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 111Brake lamp:1. Remove bulb holder, refer to arrow 2.2. Remove and replace the bulb.License plate l

Replacing components112What you will needOpen liftgate and raise or remove floor cover, refer to page 78.1 Vehicle jack2 Lug wrench3 ChockIn order to

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 113Inserting compact wheelThe compact wheel is reinserted in the reverse sequence of its removal.Whe

Replacing components114Protect valve stems with valve stem seal caps from dirt and contamina-tion. Dirt in valve stems is a frequent source of gradual

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 115FusesNever attempt to repair a blown fuse, and do not replace a defective fuse with a sub-stitute

Giving and receiving assistance116Giving and receiving assistanceReceiving assistanceThe Roadside Assistance of the BMW Group offers you assistance in

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 117First-aid kit*Some of the articles in the first-aid kit may be used within a limited time only. C

Cockpit10CockpitControls1 Parking lamps/low beams 592 Front fog lamps*613 > Turn signals 41> Roadside parking lamps 60> High beams 60> Hea

Giving and receiving assistance118Starting engine1. Start the engine of the assisting vehicle and let it run at a slightly elevated idling speed for a

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 119Towing methodsTo avoid damage, do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or body and suspension

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ReferenceThis chapter contains technical data and theindex that will direct you as quickly as possibleto the information you seek.ReferenceOnline Edit

Technical data122Technical dataEngine specificationsX3 3.0i X3 3.0siDisplacementNumber of cylinderscu in/cm3182.8/29966182.8/29966Maximum powerat engi

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 123DimensionsAll dimensions in inches/millimeters. Smallest turning circle dia.: 38.4 ft/11.7 m. Hei

Technical data124WeightsCapacitiesX3 3.0i X3 3.0siCurb weight> manual transmission> automatic transmissionlbs./kglbs./kg4012/18204067/18454012/1

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 125Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 250 - © 08/07 BMW AG

Everything from A to Z126Everything from A to ZIndexAABS Antilock Brake System 51– indicator lamp 12Acceleration assistance– refer to Acceleration ass

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 127Battery 114– charging 114– disposal 114– indicator lamp 12– jump starting 117– power failure 114–

At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobilityReference 11Instrument cluster1 Speedometer2 Indicator and warning lamps 123 Tachometer 46Indicator and warning

Everything from A to Z128Charge-current indicator lamp 12, 114Check Gas Cap, warning lamp 12, 92Child's seats, refer to Child restraint systems 3

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 129Door keys 18Door lock 21Doors– locking and unlocking from inside 21– manual operation 21– unlocki

Everything from A to Z130Front fog lamps 61– replacing bulbs 110Front passenger airbags– automatic deactivation 57– status 58Fuel 93– average consumpt

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 131Indicator and warning lamps, overview 12Individual settings, refer to Vehicle Memory, Key Memory

Everything from A to Z132Manual operation– door lock 21– driver's door 21– fuel filler door 92– liftgate 22– panorama glass sunroof 25Manual tran

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 133Power failure– battery 114– panorama glass sunroof 24– windows 23Power seat adjustment 28Power so

Everything from A to Z134Selector lever– automatic transmission 40– automatic transmission with Steptronic 40Selector lever interlock, refer to Shiftl

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 135Tires– age 96– breaking-in 82– changing 97– changing, also refer to Wheel changes 111– coding 96–

Everything from A to Z136Welcome lamps 59Wheel/tire combination 98Wheelbase, refer to Dimensions 123Wheel bolt, wrench 112Wheel changes, compact wheel

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Cockpit12Indicator and warning lampsTechnology that monitors itselfIndicator and warning lamps that are identified with + are checked for proper funct

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At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobilityReference 13ColorsThe indicator and warning lamps can light up in different colors and combinations.The followi

Cockpit14Recirculated-air mode/steering wheel heater*Depending on the equipment package, a button is provided for the recirculated-air mode or steerin

At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobilityReference 15Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 250 - © 08/07 BMW AG

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ControlsThis chapter is intended to provide you withinformation for complete control of your vehicleand describes its extensive array of featuresand a

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Opening and closing18Opening and closingKey set1 Master keys with remote control2 Spare keyMaster keys with remote controlEach master key contains a b

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 19Examples of Vehicle Memory> Different confirmation signals to confirm locking/unlocking of the

Opening and closing20Convenience opening modePress and hold the button. The windows and the panorama glass sunroof* are opened.If you wish, you can

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 21Opening and closing:Using door lockDo not lock the vehicle from the outside when people are in it

Opening and closing22you will always be able to unlock the vehicle from outside.<You can set an acoustic signal to remind you if the ignition key i

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 23In the back, separate switches are provided in the armrests.For convenience operation using the re

Opening and closing24Do not use force to close the sliding visor when the sunroof is in its raised position, as this could damage the mechanism.<Op

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 25Moving manually*In the event of an electrical malfunction, you can move the sunroof manually.1. Pu

Opening and closing26onds. However, the interior motion sensor is not activated.> The indicator lamp goes out after unlocking: no manipulation or a

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 27AdjustmentsSitting safelyThe ideal sitting position can make a vital con-tribution to relaxed driv

X3 3.0iX3 3.0siOwner's Manual for VehicleCongratulations, and thank you for choosing a BMW.Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide yo

Adjustments28SeatsNote before adjustingNever try to adjust your seat while operat-ing the vehicle. The seat could respond with unexpected movement, an

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 291 Head restraint height2 Shoulder supportHead restraint height> To raise: move switch upward.&g

Adjustments30Do not use seat or head-restraint covers which could impair the operability of the active head restraint. Otherwise, the protective funct

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 31Rear seats: adjusting height> To raise: pull upward.> To lower: press button, arrow 1, and s

Adjustments32Requesting a stored settingDo not request a position from the mem-ory while the vehicle is moving; otherwise, there is a risk of accident

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 33every build if the seat is correctly adjusted, refer to page 27.In the rear, the middle belt buckl

Adjustments34Interior rearview mirrorTo reduce glare from vehicles behind you when you are driving at night, tilt the mirror by turning the button.Int

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 35Transporting children safelyThe right place for childrenDo not leave children unattended in the ve

Transporting children safely36LATCH child restraint fixing systemLATCH: Lower Anchor and Tethers for CHil-dren.For attachment and use of LATCH child r

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 37Outer seats:1. Slide head restraint upward.2. Guide upper tether strap between the sup-ports of th

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Driving38DrivingIgnition lock0 Steering locked1 Steering unlocked2 Ignition switched on3 Starting engineSteering lockedThe key can be inserted or remo

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 39output or speed. Have the system checked immediately.Manual transmission1. Step on the brake.2. De

Driving40engage it too forcefully. In doing so, continu-ously press the button of the handbrake lever. Otherwise, excessively forceful engagement of t

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 41P ParkSelect only when the vehicle is stationary. The transmission locks to prevent the rear wheel

Driving42Atypically rapid flashing of the indicator lamp indicates that a turn signal bulb has gone out.<Signaling brieflyPress lever to resistance

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 43Fast wipeThe wipers operate at normal speed when the vehicle is not moving, not on vehicles with r

Driving44Cruise control*The vehicle maintains and stores the speed that you set at speeds greater than approx. 20 mph/30 km/h.You can use cruise contr

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 45Resuming stored speedPress button:The vehicle accelerates to and maintains the last speed stored.O

Everything under control46Everything under controlOdometer1 Odometer2 Trip odometerOdometerYou can activate the displays shown in the illus-tration in

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 47Coolant temperature gaugeBlueThe engine is still cold. Drive at moderate engine and vehicle speeds

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobilityContentsThe fastest way to find specific topics is to use the index, refer to page 126.Using this Own

Everything under control48The set time is transferred to the display of the radio or displayed in the instrument cluster.Display modeIgnition key in p

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 49During the display, hold down the computer button in the turn signal lever until the display chang

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety50Technology for comfort, convenience and safetyPDC Park Distance Control*The conceptPDC provides extra

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 51MalfunctionThe LED in the button flashes and a short con-tinuous tone sounds. PDC is malfunctionin

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety52jointly. These systems do not take their cus-tomary stabilizing actions.To increase vehicle stability,

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 53Activating HDCPress the button; the LED lights up.The LED flashes when the brakes are applied auto

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety54After releasing the brake, start driving immedi-ately; otherwise, the acceleration assistant will no l

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 553. Replace the damaged wheel, refer to Wheel changes on page 111.MalfunctionThe warning lamp light

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety56The compact wheel is not equipped with the required TPM electronics and is not monitored when mounted.

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 57AirbagsThe following airbags are located beneath the marked covers:1 Front airbags2 Head airbags3

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

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety58seat from below. Otherwise, a correct analysis of the seat cushion is not ensured.<Status of passen

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 59LampsParking lamps/low beams0 Lights off and daytime running lamps*1 Parking lamps and daytime run

Lamps60Automatic headlamp control*In switch position 3, the low beams are switched on or off automatically, for example in tunnels, at dawn and dusk,

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 61Front fog lamps*Briefly press the button to switch on/off.The parking lamps or low beams must be s

Lamps62Rear reading lampsSwitch on and off with the button.To avoid discharging the battery, all of the vehicle's interior lamps are automaticall

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 63Air conditionerAir conditioner1 Airflow directed toward windshield and side windows2 Airflow towar

Air conditioner64Air volumeYou can vary the air volume in steps 1 through 4. The heating or cooling output is more effective with a higher air volume.

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 65Ventilation1 Knurled wheels for opening and closing the air vents through an infinitely variable r

Air conditioner66Automatic climate control*1 Airflow directed toward windshield and side windows2 Airflow toward upper body 683 Airflow to footwell 68

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 67A congenial climateFor almost all conditions, the AUTO program 12 offers the optimum air distribut

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 5Your individual vehicleIn purchasing your BMW, you have decided in favor of a model with individual

Air conditioner68AUC Automatic Recirculated-air Control/recirculated air modeYou can set the desired operating mode by pressing the button repeatedly:

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 69Practical interior accessoriesIntegrated universal remote control*The conceptThe integrated univer

Practical interior accessories70The corresponding memory button 1 is now programmed with the signal of the original hand-held transmitter.You can use

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 71Basic operationYou can call up a number of functions by press-ing the adjusting button with a shar

Practical interior accessories72speed of 4 mph/7 km/h. If the calibration was successful, then the display C is replaced with the cardinal directions.

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 73ClosingFold the cover up.To prevent injury in the event of an acci-dent while the vehicle is being

Practical interior accessories74Clothes hooksWhen hanging clothing from the hooks ensure that it will not obstruct the driver's vision. Do not ha

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 75ConnectingConnection for audio playback:1/8 in/3.5 mm jackFor audio playback via the vehicle'

Practical interior accessories76Securing loadAfter loading, secure the ski bag and its con-tents. Tension the retaining strap on the ten-sioning buckl

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 77Reach into the opening and pull forward, refer to arrow.Before folding down the rear backrests, re

Notes6Parts and accessoriesFor your own safety, use genuine parts and accessories approved by BMW.When you purchase accessories tested and approved by

Practical interior accessories78You can pull out the partition net and insert it into the holders in the roof area above.Partition net*Do not allow th

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 79the openings in the rails. To slide the lashing eyes, press the button.Read and follow instruction

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

Things to remember when driving82Things to remember when drivingBreaking-inMoving parts should be allowed to adjust to one another. To ensure that you

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 83Saving fuelThe fuel consumption of your vehicle is depen-dent on various factors. You can improve

Things to remember when driving84General driving notesClosing the liftgateOperate the vehicle only when the liftgate is completely closed; otherwise,

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 85HillsTo prevent overheating and reduced effi-ciency of the brake system, drive long or steep downh

Things to remember when driving865. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded into and/or onto the vehicle. This combined weight

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 87Roof-mounted luggage rack*A special rack system is available as an optional accessory for your BMW

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 7Reporting safety defectsFor US customersThe following only applies to vehicles owned and operated i

Things to remember when driving88Please bear the following points in mind after driving on poor roads, in order to preserve the road safety of your BM

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 89Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 250 - © 08/07 BMW AG

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

Refueling92RefuelingFuel capOpeningAlways switch off the engine before refueling. Otherwise, no fuel can be dis-pensed into the tank and the Service E

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 93Fuel tank capacityApprox. 17.7 US gal/67 liters, including the reserve capacity of approx. 2 US ga

Wheels and tires94Wheels and tiresTire inflation pressureInformation for your safetyThe condition of the tires and the maintenance of the specified ti

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsMobility 95Observe all national and local maximum speed limits; failure to do so could put you in violation o

Wheels and tires96Tire 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 97TemperatureThe temperature grades are A, B, and C, A being highest, and represent the tire's