2020 BMW X3 PLUG-IN HYBRID Owners Manual

WARNING
Displays
and
warnings
do
not
relieve
you
of
your
personal
responsibility.
System
limitations
can
mean
that
warnings
or
system
responses are
not
issued
or
are
issued
too
late,
incorrectly
or
without
justification.
There
is
a
risk
of
accij
dent.
Adapt
your
driving
style
to
the
traffic
conj
ditions.
Observe
the
traffic
situation
and
interj vene
actively
if
the
situation
warrants
it.
Overview
Radar
sensors
The
radar
sensors
are
located
in
the
rearbumper.
Keep
the
bumpers
clean
and
unobstructed
in
the area
of
the
radar
sensors.
Switching
on/off The
system
is
automatically
activated
at
the
startof
each
journey.
The
system
is
deactivated
in
the
following
situaj
tions:
'xWhen
reversing.'xIf
the
trailer
socket
is
occupied,
for
example when
operating
with
a
trailer
or
bicycle
carrier.
System
limits
The
system
may
have
limited
functionality
in
the
following
situations:
'xIf
the
speed
of
the
approaching
vehicle
is
sigj nificantly
higher
than
the
driver's
own
speed.'xIf
the
approaching
vehicle
is
travelling
slowly.'xIn
thick
fog,
wet
conditions
or
snow.'xOn
sharp
bends
or
narrow
roads.'xIf
the
bumper
is
dirty,
iced
up
or
covered,for
example
by
stickers.'xIf
the
sensors'
field
of
view
is
obscured,
for
example
due
to
garage
walls,
hedges
or mounds
of
snow.'xWhen
a
projecting
load
is
being
transported.
Dynamic
brake
lights
Principle
The
brake
lights
flash
to
warn
road
users
behind the
vehicle
that
an
emergency
braking
manoeuj vre
is
being
performed.
This
can
reduce
the
risk
of
a
rear-end
collision.
General
'xNormal
braking:
brake
lights
illuminate.'xHeavy
braking:
brake
lights
flash.
Shortly
before
the
vehicle
comes
to
a
standstill,
the
hazard
warning
lights
are
activated.
To
switch
off
the
hazard
warning
lights:
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Active
Protection
Principle
In
critical
driving
or
collision
situations,
Active
Protection
prepares
the
vehicle
occupants
and
the
vehicle
for
a
potential
imminent
accident.
General
Active
Protection
consists
of
different
PreCrash functions
which
may
vary
depending
on
the
equipment
installed.
The
system
detects
critical
driving
situations which
could
potentially
lead
to
an
accident.
Such
situations
include:
'xFull
braking.'xSevere
understeer.'xSevere
oversteer.
Certain
functions
of
some
systems
installed
in the
vehicle
can
m
within
the
system's
limits
m cause
Active
Protection
to
trigger:
'xFront-end
collision
warning
with
braking
funcj
tion:
automatic
brake
application.'xFront-end
collision
warning
with
light
braking
function:
braking
force
assistance.'xRear
collision
prevention:
detection
of
potenj tial
rear
collisions.
Safety
note
WARNING
The
system
does
not
relieve
you
of
your
perj
sonal
responsibility.
System
limitations
may
mean
that
critical
situations
are
not
detected
reliably
or
in
good
time.
There
is
a
risk
of
accij
dent.
Adapt
your
driving
style
to
the
traffic
conj
ditions.
Observe
the
traffic
situation
and
interj
vene
actively
if
the
situation
warrants
it.
Function
If
fastened,
the
driver's
and
front
passenger's
seat
belts
are
automatically
tensioned
when
drivj
ing
off.
In
critical
accident
situations,
the
following
indij vidual
functions
become
active
as
required:'xAutomatic
pre-tensioning
of
the
front
seat
belts.'xAutomatic
closing
of
the
windows,
leaving
just
a
small
gap.'xAutomatic
closing
of
the
Panorama
Glass
Roof,
including
the
sun
guard.'xWith
comfort
seat
in
the
front:
automatic
poj sitioning
of
the
backrest
of
the
front
passenjger
seat.
If
the
critical
driving
situation
passes
without
an
accident
occurring,
the
tension
in
the
front
seat
belts
is
slackened
again.
If
the
belt
tension
does
not
slacken
automatically,
stop
the
vehicle
and
unfasten
the
seat
belt
by
pressing
the
red
button
on
the
buckle.
Fasten
the
seat
belt
again
before
continuing
your
jourj
ney.
All
other
systems
can
be
restored
to
the
desired
setting.
PostCrash
m
iBrake
Principle
The
system
can
automatically
bring
the
vehicle to
a
standstill
in
certain
accident
situations
withj
out
the
involvement
of
the
driver.
The
risk
of
a further
collision
and
its
consequences
can
thereby
be
reduced.
At
a
standstill Once
the
vehicle
has
come
to
a
halt,
the
brake
is
released
automatically.
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Harder
vehicle
braking
In
certain
situations,
it
may
be
necessary
to
bring
the
vehicle
to
a
standstill
more
quickly
than
is
possible
with
automatic
braking.
To
do
so,
brake
quickly
and
firmly.
For
a
brief
pej
riod,
the
braking
pressure
will
be
higher
than
that achieved
with
the
automatic
braking
function.This
action
interrupts
the
automatic
brakingprocess.
Cancelling
automatic
braking In
certain
situations,
it
may
be
necessary
to
canj
cel
automatic
braking,
for
example
for
an
evasive manoeuvre.
Cancel
automatic
braking:'xBy
depressing
the
brake
pedal.'xBy
depressing
the
accelerator
pedal.
Attentiveness
assistant
Principle
The
system
can
detect
decreasing
attentiveness
or
the
onset
of
fatigue
in
the
driver
on
long
moj notonous
journeys,
for
example
on
motorways.
Insuch
situations,
the
system
recommends
taking
a
break.
Safety
note
WARNING
The
system
does
not
relieve
you
of
your
perj
sonal
responsibility
to
assess
your
physical
condition
correctly.
Increasing
inattention
or
faj
tigue
might
not
be
detected,
or
may
not
be
dej
tected
in
good
time.
There
is
a
risk
of
accident.
Make
sure
that
you,
as
the
driver,
are
rested
and
alert.
Adapt
your
driving
style
to
the
traffic
conditions.
Function
The
system
is
switched
on
every
time
drive-
ready
state
is
switched
on.
After
commencement
of
the
journey,
the
system
adapts
to
the
driver
so
that
any
decrease
in
atj tention
or
fatigue
can
be
detected.
This
process
considers
the
following
criteria:'xPersonal
driving
style,
for
example
steering.'xDriving
conditions,
for
example
time
of
day, duration
of
journey.
The
system
is
active
from
approx.
70
km/h,
43
mph
and
can
also
display
a
recommendation
to
take
a
break.
Break
recommendations
Switching
on/off,
adjusting The
attentiveness
assistant
is
automatically
acj
tive
every
time
drive-ready
state
is
switched
on
and
can
thus
display
break
recommendations.
Break
recommendations
can
also
be
switched
on
or
off
and
adjusted
via
iDrive.
Via
iDrive:
1.My
Vehicle2.Vehicle
settings3.Attentiveness
Assistant4.Select
the
desired
setting:'xOff:
no
break
recommendation
is
given.'xStandard:
the
break
recommendation
is
given
with
a
defined
value.'xSensitive:
the
break
recommendation
is
given
earlier.
Display
If
the
driver
shows
signs
of
decreasing
attentivejness
or
of
fatigue,
a
message
is
shown
on
the
Control
Display
with
the
recommendation
to
take
a
break.
The
following
settings
can
be
selected
during the
display.
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After
a
break,
another
break
recommendationcannot
be
displayed
until
after
approximately
45
minutes
at
the
earliest.
System
limits
The
system
may
have
limited
functionality
in
sitj uations
such
as
the
following
and
an
incorrect
warning,
or
no
warning
at
all,
may
be
given:'xIf
the
time
is
set
incorrectly.'xWhen
the
speed
is
predominantly
below
apj prox.
70
km/h,
43
mph.'xIf
a
sporty
driving
style
is
adopted,
for
examj
ple
sharp
acceleration
or
fast
cornering.'xIn
active
driving
situations,
for
example
frej
quent
lane
changes.'xIn
poor
road
conditions.'xIn
strong
crosswinds.
The
system
is
reset
approximately
45
minutes after
the
vehicle
is
stopped,
for
example
when
taking
a
break
during
a
long
motorway
journey.
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Driving
Stability
Control
SystemsVehicle
equipment
This
chapter
describes
all
standard,
country-spejcific
and
optional
equipment
available
for
the
model
series.
It
may
therefore
describe
equipj
ment
and
functions
which
are
not
installed
in your
vehicle,
for
example
on
account
of
the
spejcial
equipment
selected
or
the
country
specificaj
tion.
This
also
applies
to
safety-relevant
funcj
tions
and
systems.
Please
comply
with
the
relevant
laws
and
regulations
when
using
the
corresponding
functions
and
systems.
Anti-lock
brake
systemABS
ABS
prevents
the
wheels
from
locking
when
the
brakes
are
applied.
Steering
control
is
retained
even
during
full
brakj ing,
which
enhances
active
road
safety.
ABS
is
operational
each
time
the
engine
is
starjted.
Brake
assist
When
the
brake
pedal
is
depressed
quickly,
the system
automatically
applies
maximum
brakingpower.
This
keeps
the
stopping
distance
as
shortas
possible
in
full
braking
situations.
The
advanj
tages
offered
by
the
anti-lock
brake
system
ABS can
also
be
utilised
to
the
full.
The
pressure
on
the
brake
should
be
maintained for
the
duration
of
the
full-braking
process.
Adaptive
brake
assist
In
conjunction
with
Active
Cruise
Control
ACC, this
system
ensures
that
the
brake
responds
even
more
quickly
when
braking
in
critical
situaj
tions.
Drive-off
assistant
Principle
The
system
provides
support
when
driving
off
on
upward
gradients.
Driving
off
1.Hold
the
vehicle
in
place
by
depressing
the
foot
brake.2.Release
the
foot
brake
and
drive
off
without delay.
The
vehicle
is
held
for
approximately
2
secondsafter
the
foot
brake
has
been
released.
Depending
on
the
vehicle's
load
or
when
towinga
trailer,
the
vehicle
may
roll
backwards
a
little.
Dynamic
Stability
Control DSC
Principle
The
system
reduces
engine
power
output
and
applies
the
brakes
on
individual
wheels
thereby
helping,
within
the
limits
imposed
by
physics,
to
keep
the
vehicle
safely
on
course.
General DSC
detects
the
following
unstable
driving
conj
ditions,
for
example:
'xLoss
of
traction
at
the
rear
which
can
lead
to
oversteer.'xLoss
of
grip
at
the
front
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Safety
notes
WARNING
The
system
does
not
relieve
you
of
your
perj sonal
responsibility
to
assess
the
traffic
situaj
tion
correctly.
Due
to
system
limitations,
it
canj
not
respond
independently
and
appropriately
in
all
traffic
conditions.
There
is
a
risk
of
accident. Adapt
your
driving
style
to
the
traffic
conditions.
Observe
the
traffic
situation
and
intervene
acj
tively
if
the
situation
warrants
it.
WARNING
When
driving
with
a
roof
load,
for
example
with
a
roof
rack,
the
higher
centre
of
gravity
can mean
that
driving
safety
is
no
longer
guaranjteed
in
critical
driving
situations.
There
is
a
risk
of
accident
or
material
damage.
Do
not
deactij vate
Dynamic
Stability
Control
DSC
when
drivj
ing
with
a
roof
load.
Overview
Button
in
the
vehicle
DSC
OFF
Deactivate/activate
DSC General
Driving
stability
during
acceleration
and
cornering
is
restricted
if
DSC
is
deactivated.
To
assist
driving
stability,
re-activate
DSC
as soon
as
possible.
Deactivating
DSC Hold
the
button
down
until
DSC
OFF
isdisplayed
in
the
instrument
cluster
and
the
DSC
OFF
indicator
lamp
is
illuminated.
Activating
DSC Press
the
button.
DSC
OFF
and
the
DSC
OFF
indicator
lamps
are
extinguished.
Display In
the
instrument
cluster
DSC
OFF
is
displayed
in
the
instrument
cluster
when
DSC
is
deactivated.
Indicator
and
warning
lamps If
the
indicator
lamp
is
illuminated:
DSC
is
deactivated.
If
the
indicator
lamp
is
flashing:
DSC
is regulating
the
acceleration
and
braking
forces.
If
the
indicator
lamp
is
illuminated:
DSC
has
failed.
Dynamic
Traction
Control DTC
Principle
DTC
is
a
variant
of
Dynamic
Stability
Control DSC
and
is
optimised
for
forward
momentum.
In
special
road
conditions,
for
example
roads
on
which
snow
has
not
been
cleared
or
on
a
loose
surface,
the
system
ensures
maximum
forward
momentum
but
with
somewhat
limited
driving
stability.
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Activating
DTC
provides
maximum
traction.
Drivj ing
stability
assistance
during
acceleration
and cornering
is
limited.
Activating
DTC
briefly
may
be
useful
in
the
following
situations:'xWhen
driving
in
slush
or
on
uncleared,
snow- covered
roads.'xWhen
starting
in
deep
snow
or
on
a
loose
surface.'xWhen
driving
with
snow
chains.
Overview
Button
in
the
vehicle
DSC
OFF
Activate/deactivate
DTC
Activating
DTC Press
the
button.
TRACTION
is
displayed
in
the
instruj
ment
cluster
and
the
DSC
OFF
indicator
lamp
is illuminated.
Deactivating
DTC Press
the
button
again.
TRACTION
and
the
DSC
OFF
indicator
light
are
extinguished.
Display
Display
in
the
instrument
cluster
When
DTC
is
activated,
TRACTION
is
displayed
in
the
instrument
cluster.
Indicator
and
warning
lamps The
indicator
lamp
is
illuminated:
DTC
has
been
activated.
Automatic
program
change
The
system
switches
automatically
to
DSC
ON
in
certain
situations:'xIf
Active
Cruise
Control
with
Stop&Go
funcj
tion
ACC
is
activated.'xIn
the
event
of
a
braking
intervention
by
the
Intelligent
Safety
Systems.'xIn
the
event
of
a
flat
tyre.
xDrive
Principle
xDrive
is
the
all-wheel
system
of
the
vehicle.
The
interaction
between
xDrive
and
Dynamic
Stability
Control
DSC
further
optimises
traction
and
drivj
ing
dynamics.
xDrive
distributes
the
drive
forces
variably
between
the
front
and
rear
axles
accordj ing
to
the
driving
situation
and
road
surface
conj
ditions.
Display
on
the
Control
Display Showing
xDrive
viewVia
iDrive:
1.My
Vehicle2.Technology
in
action3.xDrive
status
The
following
information
is
displayed:
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'xWith
navigation
system:
compass
display
todirection
of
travel.'xLongitudinal
tilt
given
in
degrees
and
percent.'xTransverse
tilt
given
in
degrees.'xGraphic
representation
for
the
steering
angle.
Automatic
Differential
Brake
The
system
regulates
the
drive
force
by
autojmatically
braking
individual
wheels.
The
function
corresponds
to
a
differential
lock:
the
system
dej
tects
if
a
wheel
begins
to
spin,
for
example
on
loose
surfaces
and
automatically
brakes
this.
The
drive
force
is
diverted
to
the
wheel
with
betj ter
traction.
In
so
doing,
the
engine
force
is
transmitted
to
the wheels
more
efficiently
on
acceleration.
Hill
Descent
Control
HDC
Principle
Hill
Descent
Control,
HDC,
provides
hill
descent
assistance
which
regulates
the
speed
on
steep inclines,
for
example
when
driving
off-road.
When
the
system
is
active,
the
vehicle
moves
at
a
speed
set
by
the
driver
without
the
brake
pedal having
to
be
pressed.
While
HDC
regulates
the
speed,
the
system
disj
tributes
the
braking
force
automatically
to
the
inj
dividual
wheels.
Driving
stability
and
steerability
are
improved.
If
required,
the
anti-lock
braking
system
ABS
prevents
the
wheels
from
locking.
General HDC
can
be
activated
below
approx.
40
km/h,
25
mph.
Speeds
between
approx.
3
km/h,
2
mph
and
apj
prox.
30
km/h,
20
mph
can
be
set.
On
hill
dej scents,
the
system
reduces
the
speed
to
the
set
value,
within
the
physical
limits.
Overview
Button
in
the
vehicle
HDC
Activating
HDC Press
the
button.
The
LED
above
the
butjton
illuminates.
Speeds
between
approx.
3
km/h,
2
mph
and
apj prox.
30
km/h,
20
mph
are
adopted
as
the
dej
sired
speed.
Emergency
braking
function,
Active
PDC:
the
emergency
braking
function,
see
page
237,
is
deactivated.
Display
in
the
instrument
cluster A
symbol
and
the
selected
dejsired
speed
are
displayed.
'xDisplay
green:
HDC
is
active.
The
system
brakes
the
vehij
cle.'xGrey
display:
HDC
is
on
standby.
Display
in
the
Head-Up
Display
The
status
of
HDC
can
also
be
shown
in
theHead-Up
Display.
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