2013 BMW X3 XDRIVE 28I lights

Lamp and bulb replacement
Notes
Lamps and bulbs
Lamps and bulbs make an essential contribution
to vehicle safety.
The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends
that you entrust corresponding procedures to
the service center if you are unfamiliar with them
or they are not described here.
You can obtain a selection of replacement bulbs
at the service center.
Danger of burns
Only change bulbs when they are cool;
otherwise, there is the danger of getting
burned.◀
Working on the lighting system
When working on the lighting system, you
should always switch off the lights affected to
prevent short circuits.
To avoid possible injury or equipment damage
when replacing bulbs, observe any instructions
provided by the bulb manufacturer.◀
Do not perform work/bulb replacement on
xenon headlamps
Have any work on the xenon lighting system, in‐
cluding bulb replacement, performed only by a
service center. Due to the high voltage present
in the system, there is the danger of fatal injuries
if work is carried 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 life.
Use a clean tissue, cloth or something similar, or
hold the bulb by its base.◀Light-emitting diodes (LEDs)
Light-emitting diodes installed behind a cover
serve as the light source for controls, display el‐
ements and other equipment.
These light-emitting diodes, which are related
to conventional lasers, are officially designated
as Class 1 light-emitting diodes.
Do not remove the covers
Do not remove the covers, and never stare
into the unfiltered light for several hours; other‐
wise, irritation of the retina could result.◀
Headlamp glass
Condensation can form on the inside of the ex‐
ternal lamps in cool or humid weather. When
driving with the light switched on, the conden‐
sation evaporates after a short time. The head‐
lamp glasses do not need to be changed.
If the headlamps do not dim despite driving with
the light switched on, increasing humidity forms,
e. g. water droplets in the light, have the service
center check this.
Front lamps, bulb replacement
At a glance
Halogen headlamps1High beams/headlamp flasher2Parking lamps3Low beams4Turn signal/side marker lightSeite 172MobilityReplacing components172
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Xenon headlamps1Parking lamps / daytime running lights2Low beams/high beams/headlamp flasher3Turn signal/side marker light
Halogen headlamps
Low beams
Follow the general instructions on lamps and
bulbs, refer to page 172.
55-watt bulb, H7
1.Open the hood, refer to page 163.2.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 attach the cover in
the reverse order.
High beams/headlamp flasher and parking
lamps
Follow the general instructions on lamps and
bulbs, refer to page 172.
High beams/headlamp flasher: 55-watt bulb, H7
Parking lamps: 5-watt bulb, W5W1.Open the hood, refer to page 163.2.Press, arrow 1, and fold out the cover, ar‐
row 2.3.Remove the bulb holder.
The lower bulb is the high beam and head‐
lamp flasher, and the upper bulb is the park‐
ing lamp.4.Pull off the bulb.5.Insert the new bulb and attach the cover in
the reverse order.
Xenon headlamps
Because of the long life of these bulbs, the like‐
lihood of failure is very low. Switching the lamps
on and off frequently shortens their life.
If a xenon bulb fails, switch on the front fog lamps
and continue the trip with great care. Comply
with local regulations.
Do not perform work/bulb replacement on
xenon headlamps
Have any work on the xenon lighting system, in‐
cluding bulb replacement, performed only by a
service center. Due to the high voltage present
in the system, there is the danger of fatal injuries
if work is carried out improperly.◀
For checking and adjusting headlamp aim,
please contact your BMW center.
Xenon headlamps
Low beams and high beams are designed with
xenon technology.
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The parking lamps and daylight running lights
are made using LED technology.
Contact your service center in the event of a
malfunction.
Front fog lamps
Follow the general instructions on lamps and
bulbs, refer to page 172.
Front fog lamps in vehicles equipped with Adap‐
tive Light Control: 55-watt bulb, H11
Front fog lamps without Adaptive Light Control:
35-watt bulb, H81.Insert the screwdriver from the onboard ve‐
hicle tool kit, with the flat side facing out‐
ward, past the removal hook and onto the
clip, arrow 1.2.Turn the screwdriver by 90°, arrow 2.3.Press the removal hook upward, arrow, and
remove the front fog lamp from the front us‐
ing the hook.4.Detach the connector.5.Turn the bulb bracket and remove it.6.Remove the bulb and replace it.7.Proceed in reverse order to insert the front
fog lamp. Note the guide rails in doing so.
Turn signal
Follow the general instructions on lamps and
bulbs, refer to page 172.
The turn signals are located next to each low
beam in the engine compartment.
21-watt bulb, PY 21W
1.Open the hood, refer to page 163.2.Unscrew the cap counterclockwise and re‐
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Breakdown assistanceVehicle 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.
Hazard warning flashers
The button is located in the center console.
Emergency Request
Requirements
▷Equipment version with full preparation
package mobile phone.
An Emergency Request can be made, even
if no mobile phones are paired with the ve‐
hicle.▷BMW Assist is activated.▷The radio ready state is switched on.▷The BMW Assist system is logged in to a
wireless communications network sup‐
ported by BMW Assist.▷The Assist system is functional.
Only press the SOS button in an emergency.
Emergency Request not guaranteed
For technical reasons, the Emergency Re‐
quest cannot be guaranteed under unfavorable
conditions.◀
Service contract▷After your contract with BMW Assist has ex‐
pired, the BMW Assist system can be deac‐
tivated by the service center without you
having to visit a workshop.
After deactivation, an Emergency Request
is no longer possible.▷Under certain circumstances, the system
can be reactivated by a service center after
you sign a new contract.
Initiating an Emergency Request
1.Press the cover briefly to open it.2.Press the SOS button until the LED in the
button lights up.▷The LED lights up: an Emergency Request
was initiated.
If the situation allows, wait in your vehicle
until the voice connection has been estab‐
lished.▷The LED flashes if the connection to the
BMW Assist Response Center has been es‐
tablished.
After the Emergency Request arrives at the
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Everything from A to Z
IndexA
ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 102
Activated-charcoal filter 125
Adaptive brake lights, refer to Brake force display 101
Adaptive light control 88
Additives, oil 166
Adjustments, seats/head re‐ straints 46
After washing vehicle 184
Airbags 91
Airbags, indicator/warning light 92
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated-air mode 121, 124
Air, dehumidifying, refer to Cooling function 121, 124
Air distribution, manual 120, 123
Air flow, automatic climate control 124
Air pressure, tires 155
Air vents, refer to Ventila‐ tion 125
Air volume, automatic climate control 121
Alarm system 40
Alarm, unintentional 42
All around the center con‐ sole 14
All around the headliner 15
All around the steering wheel 12
ALL program, automatic cli‐ mate control 124
All-season tires, refer to Win‐ ter tires 161
All-wheel-drive 103 Alternating-code hand-held
transmitter 128
Alternative oil types 166
Ambient light 90
Antifreeze, washer fluid 68
Antilock Brake System, ABS 102
Anti-slip control, refer to DSC 102
Approved axle load 191
Approved engine oils 166
Armrest, refer to Center arm‐ rest 135
Arrival time 82
Assistance, Roadside Assis‐ tance 179
AUTO H button, refer to Auto‐ matic Hold 64
AUTO intensity 123
Automatic car wash 183
Automatic climate con‐ trol 120
Automatic climate control with enhanced features 122
Automatic Curb Monitor 53
Automatic deactivation, front passenger airbags 93
Automatic headlamp con‐ trol 87
Automatic Hold 64
Automatic locking 37
Automatic recirculated-air control 124
Automatic tailgate 38
Automatic transmission with Steptronic 68
AUTO program, automatic cli‐ mate control 123
AUTO program, climate con‐ trol 121
AUTO program, intensity 123 Auto Start/Stop function 61
Average fuel consumption 82
Average speed 82
Axle loads, weights 191
B
Backrest curvature, refer to Lumbar support 48
Backrest, width 48
Backup camera 114
Band-aids, refer to First aid kit 179
Bar for tow-starting/tow‐ ing 181
Battery replacement, vehicle battery 176
Battery replacement, vehicle remote control 30
Battery, vehicle 176
Belts, safety belts 49
Beverage holder, cu‐ pholder 135
Blinds, sun protection 43
BMW Assist, see user's manual for Navigation, Enter‐
tainment and Communica‐
tion
BMW Homepage 6
BMW Internet page 6
BMW Maintenance Sys‐ tem 168
Bottle holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 135
Brake assistant 102
Brake discs, breaking in 140
Brake force display 101
Brake lamps, brake force dis‐ play 101
Brake lights, adaptive 101
Brake pads, breaking in 140 Seite 202ReferenceEverything from A to Z202
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Braking, notes 141
Breakdown assis‐ tance 178, 179
Breaking in 140
Brightness of Control Dis‐ play 85
Bulb replacement 172
Bulb replacement, front 172
Bulb replacement, rear 175
Bulbs and lamps 172
Button, Start/Stop 59
Bypassing, refer to Jump- starting 179
C
California Proposition 65 Warning 7
Camera, backup camera 114
Camera, care 186
Camera, Top View 117
Can holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 135
Car battery 176
Car care products 184
Care, displays 186
Care, vehicle 184
Cargo 143
Cargo area 131
Cargo area, enlarging 131
Cargo area lid 37
Cargo area, storage compart‐ ments 136
Cargo cover 131
Cargo straps, securing cargo 144
Car key, refer to Remote con‐ trol 30
Carpet, care 185
Car wash 183
Catalytic converter, refer to Hot exhaust system 140
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice 168
CD/Multimedia, see user's manual for Navigation, Enter‐tainment and Communica‐
tion
Center armrest 135
Center console 14
Central locking system 33
Central screen, refer to Control Display 16
Changes, technical, refer to Safety 7
Changing parts 171
Changing wheels 176
Changing wheels/tires 160
Check Control 74
Children, seating position 55
Children, transporting safely 55
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tem 55
Child restraint fixing system LATCH 56
Child restraint fixing systems, mounting 55
Child safety locks 58
Child seat, mounting 55
Child seats 55
Chrome parts, care 185
Cleaning, displays 186
Climate control 120, 122
Clock 77
Closing/opening from in‐ side 37
Closing/opening via door lock 36
Closing/opening with remote control 34
Clothes hooks 136
Collision warning 108
Combination switch, refer to Turn signals 65
Combination switch, refer to Wiper system 66
Comfort Access 39
COMFORT program, Dynamic Driving Control 106
Compartments in the doors 135 Computer 81
Condensation on win‐ dows 121, 124
Condensation under the vehi‐ cle 142
Condition Based Service CBS 168
Confirmation signal 35
ConnectedDrive, see user's manual for Navigation, Enter‐
tainment and Communica‐
tion
Control Display 16
Control Display, settings 83
Controller 16, 17
Control systems, driving sta‐ bility 102
Convenient opening 34
Coolant 167
Coolant temperature 76
Cooling function 121, 124
Cooling, maximum 123
Cooling system 167
Corrosion on brake discs 142
Cruise control 109
Cruising range 77
Cupholder 135
Current fuel consumption 78
D
Damage, tires 160
Damping control, dy‐ namic 104
Data, technical 190
Date 77
Daytime running lights 87
Defrosting, refer to Windows, defrosting 121, 124
Dehumidifying, air 121, 124
Destination distance 82
Digital clock 77
Dimensions 190
Dimmable exterior mirrors 53
Dimmable interior rearview mirror 54 Seite 203Everything from A to ZReference203
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