2019 BMW X3 Owners Manual

Displaying
the
engine
oil
levelVia
iDrive:1.My
Vehicle2.Vehicle
status3.

Engine
oil
level
The
engine
oil
level
is
displayed.
System
limits When
making
frequent
short-distance
trips
orusing
a
dynamic
driving
style,
it
may
not
be
posjsible
to
calculate
a
measured
value.
In
this
case,
the
measured
value
for
the
last,
sufficiently
long trip
is
displayed.
Detailed
measurement
Concept The
engine
oil
level
is
checked
when
the
vehicleis
stationary
and
displayed
via
a
scale.
If
the
engine
oil
level
is
outside
its
permissible
operating
range,
a
Check
Control
message
is
displayed.
General
information
During
the
measurement,
the
idle
speed
is
inj creased
somewhat.
Functional
requirements
'xVehicle
is
parked
in
a
horizontal
position.'xSteptronic
transmission:
selector
lever
in
sej
lector
lever
position
N
or
P
and
accelerator pedal
not
depressed.'xEngine
is
running
and
is
at
operating
temperjature.
Performing
a
detailed
measurement
Via
iDrive:
1.My
Vehicle2.Vehicle
status3.

Engine
oil
level4.Measure
engine
oil
level5.Start
measurement
The
engine
oil
level
is
checked
and
displayed
via
a
scale.
Adding
engine
oil
General
informationOnly
add
engine
oil
when
the
message
is
disj
played
in
the
instrument
cluster.
The
quantity
to be
added
is
indicated
in
the
message
shown
onthe
Control
Display.
Only
add
suitable
types
of
engine
oil,
refer
to
page
330.
Safely
park
the
vehicle
and
switch
off
drive-ready
state
before
adding
engine
oil.
Take
care
not
to
add
too
much
engine
oil.
Safety
information
WARNING
Operating
materials,
for
instance
oils,
greases,
coolants,
fuels,
can
contain
harmful
ingredients. There
is
a
risk
of
injuries
or
danger
to
life.
Folj
low
the
instructions
on
the
containers.
Avoid
the
contact
of
articles
of
clothing,
skin
or
eyes
with
operating
materials.
Do
not
refill
operating
materials
into
different
bottles.
Store
operating
materials
out
of
reach
of
children.
NOTICE
An
engine
oil
level
that
is
too
low
causes
enj
gine
damage.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Immediately
add
engine
oil.
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NOTICE
Too
much
engine
oil
can
damage
the
engine
or
the
catalytic
converter.
There
is
a
risk
of
damj
age
to
property.
Do
not
add
too
much
engine
oil.
When
too
much
engine
oil
is
added,
have the
engine
oil
level
corrected
by
a
dealerss
servjice
center
or
another
qualified
service
center
or
repair
shop.
Overview
The
oil
filler
neck
is
located
in
the
engine
comj
partment,
refer
to
page
325.
Adding
engine
oil
1.Open
the
hood,
refer
to
page
326.2.Open
the
lid
counterclockwise.3.Add
engine
oil.4.Close
the
cap.
Engine
oil
types
to
add
General
information
The
engine
oil
quality
is
critical
for
the
life
of
the
engine.
Only
add
the
types
of
engine
oil
which
are
listed.
Safety
information
NOTICE
Oil
additives
can
damage
the
engine.
There
is
a risk
of
damage
to
property.
Do
not
use
oil
addijtives.
NOTICE
Incorrect
engine
oil
can
cause
malfunctions
in the
engine
or
damage
it.
There
is
a
risk
of
damj
age
to
property.
When
selecting
an
engine
oil,
make
sure
that
the
engine
oil
has
the
correct
oil
rating.
Suitable
engine
oil
types
Add
engine
oils
that
meet
the
following
oil
rating
standards:
Gasoline
engineBMW
Longlife-01
FE.BMW
Longlife-14
FE+.BMW
Longlife-17
FE+.Diesel
engineBMW
Longlife-12
FE.
Alternative
engine
oil
types
If
an
engine
oil
suitable
for
continuous
use
is
not
available,
up
to
1
US
quart/liter
of
an
engine
oil
with
the
following
oil
rating
can
be
added:
Oil
ratingAPI
SL.API
SM.API
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Viscosity
gradesViscosity
gradesSAE
0W-20.SAE
0W-30.
Viscosity
grade
SAE
0W-20
is
not
suitable
for
diesel
engines.
More
information
about
suitable
oil
ratings
and viscosity
grades
of
engine
oils
can
be
requested
from
a
dealerss
service
center
or
another
qualij
fied
service
center
or
repair
shop.
Engine
oil
change
NOTICE
Engine
oil
that
is
not
changed
in
timely
fashion can
cause
increased
engine
wear
and
thus
enj gine
damage.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
toproperty.
Do
not
exceed
the
service
data
indijcated
in
the
vehicle.
The
vehicle
manufacturer
recommends
that
youhave
a
dealerss
service
center
or
another
qualij
fied
service
center
or
repair
shop
change
the
enj
gine
oil.
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CoolantVehicle
features
andoptions
This
chapter
describes
all
standard,
country-spejcific
and
optional
features
offered
with
the
series. It
also
describes
features
that
are
not
necessarilyavailable
in
your
vehicle,
e.
g.,
due
to
the
selectedoptions
or
country
versions.
This
also
applies
to
safety-related
functions
and
systems.
When
usj
ing
these
functions
and
systems,
the
applicable laws
and
regulations
must
be
observed.
General
information
Coolant
consists
of
water
and
additives.
Not
all
commercially
available
additives
are
suitaj ble
for
the
vehicle.
Information
about
suitable
adjditives
is
available
from
a
dealerss
service
centeror
another
qualified
service
center
or
repair
shop.
Safety
information
WARNING
With
the
engine
hot
and
the
cooling
system
open,
coolant
can
escape
and
lead
to
scalding.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury.
Only
open
the
cooling
system
with
the
engine
cooled
down.
WARNING
Additives
are
harmful
and
incorrect
additives can
damage
the
engine.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury
and
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Do
not
allow
additives
to
come
into
contact
with
skin,
eyes
or
articles
of
clothing.
Use
suitable
additives
only.
Coolant
level
General
information
Vehicles
with
gasoline
engine
feature
two
cooljing
circuits.
Always
check
the
coolant
levels
ofboth
coolant
reservoirs
and
refill
as
needed.
The
coolant
level
is
indicted
using
minimum
and maximum
markings.
Depending
on
the
coolant
reservoir,
the
minimum
and
maximum
markings
are
located
at
different
locations.
Depending
on
the
engine
installation,
the
coolant
reservoir
is
located
on
the
right
side
or
the
left
side
of
the
engine
compartment,
refer
to
page
325.
Checking
the
coolant
level
on
the
side
markings
1.Let
the
engine
cool.2.Open
the
hood,
refer
to
page
326.3.The
coolant
level
is
correct
if
it
lies
between
the
minimum
and
maximum
marks
on
the
coolant
reservoir.SymbolMeaning
Maximum.
Minimum.
Checking
the
coolant
level
in
the
filler
neck
1.Let
the
engine
cool.2.Open
the
hood,
refer
to
page
326.3.Turn
the
lid
of
the
coolant
reservoir
slightly
counterclockwise
to
allow
any
excess
presj
sure
to
dissipate,
then
open
it.4.Open
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5.The
coolant
level
is
correct
if
it
lies
betweenthe
minimum
and
maximum
marks
in
the
filler
neck.6.Close
the
cap.
Adding
1.Let
the
engine
cool.2.Open
the
hood,
refer
to
page
326.3.Turn
the
lid
of
the
coolant
reservoir
slightly
counterclockwise
to
allow
any
excess
presj
sure
to
dissipate,
then
open
it.4.Open
the
coolant
reservoir
lid.5.If
the
coolant
is
low,
slowly
add
coolant
up
to
the
specified
level;
do
not
overfill.6.Close
the
cap.7.Have
the
cause
of
the
coolant
loss
eliminated as
soon
as
possible.
Disposal
Comply
with
the
relevant
environmental
protection
regulations
when
disposing
of
coolant
and
coolant
additives.
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MaintenanceVehicle
features
andoptions
This
chapter
describes
all
standard,
country-spejcific
and
optional
features
offered
with
the
series. It
also
describes
features
that
are
not
necessarilyavailable
in
your
vehicle,
e.
g.,
due
to
the
selectedoptions
or
country
versions.
This
also
applies
to
safety-related
functions
and
systems.
When
usj
ing
these
functions
and
systems,
the
applicable laws
and
regulations
must
be
observed.
BMW
maintenance
system
The
maintenance
system
indicates
required maintenance
measures,
and
thereby
providessupport
in
maintaining
road
safety
and
the
operajtional
reliability
of
the
vehicle.
In
some
cases,
scopes
and
intervals
of
the
mainj
tenance
system
may
vary
according
to
the
counj try
version.
Replacement
work,
spare
parts,
fuels
and
lubricants,
and
wear
materials
are
calculated
separately.
Further
information
is
available
from
a
dealerss
service
center
or
another
qualified
servj
ice
center
or
repair
shop.
Condition
Based
ServiceCBS
Concept
Sensors
and
special
algorithms
take
into
account the
driving
conditions
of
the
vehicle.
CBS
uses
these
to
calculate
the
need
for
maintenance.
The
system
makes
it
possible
to
adapt
the
amount
of
maintenance
corresponding
to
your
user
profile.
General
information
Information
on
service
requirements,
refer
to
page
146,
can
be
displayed
on
the
Control
Disj
play.
Service
data
in
the
remote
control
Information
on
the
required
maintenance
is
conjtinuously
stored
in
the
remote
control.
The
dealjerss
service
center
can
read
this
data
out
and
suggest
a
maintenance
scope
for
the
vehicle.
Therefore,
hand
the
service
advisor
the
remote
control
with
which
the
vehicle
was
driven
most recently.
Storage
periods Storage
periods
during
which
the
vehicle
battery
was
disconnected
are
not
taken
into
account.
If
this
occurs,
have
a
dealer's
service
center
or
another
qualified
service
center
or
repair
shop update
the
time-dependent
maintenance
procejdures,
such
as
checking
brake
fluid
and,
if
necesj
sary,
changing
the
engine
oil
and
the
microfilter/ activated-charcoal
filter.
Service
and
Warranty Information
Booklet
for
USmodels
and
Warranty
and Service
Guide
Booklet
forCanadian
models
Please
consult
your
Service
and
Warranty
Inforj
mation
Booklet
for
US
models
and
Warranty
and Service
Guide
Booklet
for
Canadian
models
for
additional
information
on
service
requirements.
The
manufacturer
of
your
vehicle
recommends
that
maintenance
and
repair
be
performed
by
a dealerss
service
center
or
another
qualified
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ice
center
or
repair
shop.
Records
of
regular
maintenance
and
repair
work
should
be
retained.
Socket
for
OBD
Onboard Diagnosis
General
information
Devices
connected
to
the
OBD
socket
trigger
the
alarm
system
when
the
vehicle
is
locked.
Rej move
any
devices
connected
at
the
OBD
socket
before
locking
the
vehicle.
Safety
information
NOTICE
The
socket
for
Onboard
Diagnosis
is
an
intrij
cate
component
intended
to
be
used
in
conj
junction
with
specialized
equipment
to
check the
vehicless
primary
emissions
system.
Imj
proper
use
of
the
socket
for
Onboard
Diagnoj
sis,
or
contact
with
the
socket
for
Onboard
Dij
agnosis
for
other
than
its
intended
purpose, can
cause
vehicle
malfunctions
and
createsrisks
of
personal
and
property
damage.
Giventhe
foregoing,
the
manufacture
of
your
vehiclestrongly
recommends
that
access
to
the
socketfor
Onboard
Diagnosis
be
limited
to
a
dealer's
service
center
or
another
qualified
service
cenj
ter
or
repair
shop
or
other
persons
that
have
the
specialized
training
and
equipment
for
purj
poses
of
properly
utilizing
the
socket
for
Onj
board
Diagnosis.
Position
There
is
an
OBD
socket
on
the
driver's
side
for checking
the
primary
components
in
the
vehij
cle's
emissions.
Emissions
'xThe
warning
light
lights
up:
Emissions
are
deteriorating.
Have
the vehicle
checked
as
soon
as
possible.'xThe
warning
light
flashes
under
certain
cirj
cumstances:
This
indicates
that
there
is
excessive
misfiring in
the
engine.
Reduce
the
vehicle
speed
and
have
the
sysj
tem
checked
immediately;
otherwise,
serious
engine
misfiring
within
a
brief
period
can
serij
ously
damage
emission
control
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Replacing
componentsVehicle
features
andoptions
This
chapter
describes
all
standard,
country-spejcific
and
optional
features
offered
with
the
series. It
also
describes
features
that
are
not
necessarilyavailable
in
your
vehicle,
e.
g.,
due
to
the
selectedoptions
or
country
versions.
This
also
applies
to
safety-related
functions
and
systems.
When
usj
ing
these
functions
and
systems,
the
applicable laws
and
regulations
must
be
observed.
Onboard
vehicle
tool
kit
The
onboard
vehicle
tool
kit
is
located
under
the
cargo
floor
panel.
Wiper
blades
Safety
information
NOTICE
The
window
may
sustain
damage
if
the
wiper
falls
onto
it
without
the
wiper
blade
installed.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Hold
the wiper
firmly
when
changing
the
wiper
blade.
Do
not
fold
or
switch
on
the
wiper
without
a
wiper blade
installed.
NOTICE
Folded-away
wipers
can
be
jammed
when
the hood
is
opened.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Make
sure
that
the
wipers
with
the wiper
blades
mounted
are
folded
down
onto
the
windshield
before
opening
the
hood.
Replacing
the
front
wiper
blades1.To
change
the
wiper
blades,
fold
up
the
wiper
arms,
refer
to
page
130.2.Lift
the
wiper
all
the
way
off
of
the
windshield.3.Press
the
button,
arrow
1,
and
pull
out
the
wiper
blade,
arrow
2.4.Insert
the
new
wiper
blade
and
press
it
on
unj
til
it
you
hear
it
snap
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