2012 BMW X3 Owners Manual

With an enlarged cargo area1.Fold down the entire rear seat backrest.2.Press the button, arrow 1, to unlock the case
on both sides.3.Pull 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 front covers on the headliner.6.Carefully pull out the partition net and insert
it into the brackets as in the normal cargo
area, refer to page 120.
This is best performed from the front seat.
If the partition net is no longer needed: proceed
in reverse order.
Finally, slide the case forward into the two brack‐
ets on the sides until it engages. The red warn‐
ing fields disappear.
Tug on the case to check if it is properly locked
in place.
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Storage compartmentsVehicle equipment
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment
is also described that is not available in a vehicle,
e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐
ment or country variant. This also applies for
safety-related functions and systems.
Storage compartments
The following storage compartments are avail‐
able in the vehicle interior:▷Glove compartment on the front passenger
side, refer to page 122.▷Storage compartment in the front center
armrest, refer to page 123.▷Compartments in the doors.▷Pockets on the backrests of the front seats.▷Net in the front passenger footwell.
No loose objects in the passenger com‐
partment
Do not stow any objects in the passenger com‐
partment without securing them; otherwise,
they may present a danger to occupants for in‐
stance during braking and avoidance maneu‐
vers.◀
Glove compartment
Front passenger side
Opening
Pull the handle.
The light in the glove compartment switches on.
Close the glove compartment again im‐
mediately
Close the glove compartment immediately after
use while driving; otherwise, injury may occur
during accidents.◀
Closing
Fold up the cover.
Locking
Lock glove compartment with an integrated key,
refer to page 30.
Then the remote control device without an
integrated key can be handed over, e.g. in the
hotel. Access to the glove box is not possible.
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USB interface for data transfer
Connection for importing and exporting data on
USB devices, e.g.:
▷Personal Profile settings, refer to page 33.▷Music collection, refer to page 173.
Observe the following when connecting:
▷Do not use force when plugging the con‐
nector into the USB interface.▷Do not connect devices such as fans or
lamps to the USB interface.▷Do not connect USB hard drives.▷Do not use the USB interface to recharge
external devices.
Compartments in the doors
Do not stow any breakable objects
Do not store any breakable objects, e. g.
glass bottles, in the compartments, or there is
an increased risk of injury in the event of an ac‐
cident.◀
Center armrest
Opening
Press the button, arrow 1, and fold the center
arm rest up, arrow 2.
Connection for an external audio
device
This can be used to connect an external audio
device, such as an MP3 player.
▷AUX-IN port, refer to page 178.▷USB audio interface, refer to page 178.
Cupholders
Notes Shatter-proof containers and no hot
drinks
Use light and shatter-proof containers and do
not transport hot drinks. Otherwise, there is the
increased danger of injury in an accident.◀
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Unsuitable containers
Do not forcefully push unsuitable contain‐
ers into the cupholders. This may result in dam‐
age.◀
Front
Storage compartment in the front
cupholder
Use the inserts for the cupholder as an addi‐
tional storage compartment. Place the inserts
into the cupholder and snap them in place.
Only use the storage compartment for small ob‐
jects such as keys.
Rear
In the center armrest.
Pull the center armrest forward at the strap.
To open: press the button.
To close: push both covers back in, one after the
other.
Pushing back the covers
Push back the covers before folding up the
center armrest; otherwise, the cupholder could
become damaged.◀
Clothes hooks
The clothes hooks are located in the grab han‐
dles in the rear.
Do not obstruct view
When suspending clothing from the
hooks, ensure that it will not obstruct the driver's
vision.◀
No heavy objects
Do not hang heavy objects from the hooks;
otherwise, they may present a danger to pas‐
sengers during braking and evasive maneu‐
vers.◀
Storage compartments in the
cargo area
Storage space under the cargo floor
cover
Raise the cargo floor panel. The storage space
under the cargo floor panel is subdivided.
Two additional subdividers can be inserted to
partition it further.
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Storage compartment on the right side
A waterproof 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
A retaining strap is available on the right side trim
for fastening small objects.
Net
Smaller objects can be stored in the net on the
left side of the cargo area.
Left side storage compartment
To open: pull the handle.
Lashing eyes in the cargo area
To secure the cargo, refer to page 132, there
are lashing eyes in the cargo area.
Lashing eyes in the cargo area with rail
To secure the cargo, refer to page 132, there
are lashing eyes in the cargo area.
Reversible floor panel
The bottom of the cargo floor panel is coated
with a water- and dirt-resistant finish.
Fold the cargo floor panel up, remove it and flip
it over.
Hook on the bottom of the cargo floor panel: for
easier loading, the raised cargo floor panel can
be secured on the edge of the roof with the hook.
Cargo net, FlexNet
To secure the cargo, refer to page 132, the flex‐
ible cargo net can also be used.
Folding box
A folding box is located under the cargo area
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Driving tips
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Things to remember when drivingVehicle equipment
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment
is also described that is not available in a vehicle,
e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐
ment or country variant. This also applies for
safety-related functions and systems.
Breaking-in period
General information
Moving parts need to be broken in to adjust to
each other.
The following instructions will help achieve a
long vehicle life and good economy.
Engine and differential
Always obey the official speed limit.
Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km
Do not exceed the maximum engine and road
speed:▷For gasoline engine, 4,500 rpm and
100 mph/160 km/h.
Avoid full-throttle operation and use of the
transmission's kickdown mode for the initial
miles.
From 1,200 miles/2,000 km
The engine and vehicle speed can gradually be
increased.
Tires
Due to technical factors associated with their
manufacture, tires do not achieve their full trac‐
tion potential until after an initial breaking-in pe‐
riod.
Drive conservatively for the first 200 miles/
300 km.
Brake system
Brakes require an initial break-in period of ap‐
prox. 300 miles/500 km to achieve optimized
contact and wear patterns between brake pads
and discs. Drive moderately during this break-in
period.
Following part replacement
The same breaking in procedures should be ob‐
served if any of the components mentioned
above have to be renewed in the course of the
vehicle's operating life.
General driving notes
Closing the tailgate Drive with the tailgate closed
Only drive with the tailgate closed; other‐
wise, in the event of an accident or braking or
evasive maneuvers, passengers or other road
users may be injured or the vehicle may be dam‐
aged. In addition, exhaust fumes may enter the
passenger compartment.◀
If driving with the tailgate open cannot be
avoided:▷Close all windows and the glass sunroof.▷Greatly increase the blower speed.▷Drive moderately.
Hot exhaust system
Hot exhaust system
High temperatures are generated in the
exhaust system.
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