2020 BMW X3 PLUG-IN HYBRID Owners Manual

RefuellingVehicle
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.
General
Before
refuelling,
observe
the
notes
on
fuel
qualj
ity,
see
page
324.
At
least
10
litres,
3
gal
of
fuel
should
be
refuelled so
as
to
guarantee
all
engine
functions
even
in
unfavourable
situations
such
as
a
very
steep
vej hicle
inclination.
Safety
notes
WARNING
If
no
sufficient
safety
distance
is
maintained
from
inflammable
materials,
filling
up
and
charging
at
the
same
time
can
lead
to
a
danger
of
fire.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury
or
material
damj
age.
Do
not
fill
up
and
charge
the
vehicle
at
the
same
time.
NOTE
If
the
range
drops
below
50
km,
30
miles,
the
engine
may
no
longer
be
supplied
with
suffij
cient
fuel.
Engine
function
is
no
longer
ensured.
There
is
a
risk
of
material
damage.
Refuel
in
good
time.
Tank
aeration
Principle
The
vehicle
is
equipped
with
a
special
fuel
tank.The
fuel
tank
is
designed
for
special
requirej ments
arising
from
hybrid
operation
of
the
vehij
cle,
in
other
words,
alternating
drive
with
internal combustion
engine
or
electric
motor.
General An
overpressure
may
form
in
the
fuel
tank
as
a
result
of
petrol
vapours
which
is
dissipated
bej fore
fuel
tank
cap
is
opened.
Overview
The
button
is
located
in
the
driver's
door
storage compartment.
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2.Press



button
to
start
aerating.
The
tank
aeration
status
is
shown
in
the
inj
strument
cluster.
In
rare
cases,
the
tank
aeraj tion
may
take
several
minutes.
When
the
tank
aeration
has
finished,
a
mesj sage
is
displayed
in
the
instrument
cluster.
The
fuel
tank
filler
flap
is
released
for
openj ing.3.Open
fuel
tank
filler
flap.
If
it
is
not
possible
to
open
the
fuel
tank
filler
flap
after
tank
aeration,
press
the
button
again.
If
it
is
still
not
possible
to
open
the
fuel
tank
filler
flap
even
after
the
button
has
been
pressed
again,
unlock
the
fuel
tank
filler
flap
manually,
see
page
322.
Fuel
tank
cap
Opening
Before
opening
allow
air
to
escape
from
tank,see
page
321.
1.To
open
the
fuel
filler
flap,
push
on
the
upper
edge,
arrow.
The
fuel
filler
flap
opens.2.Turn
the
fuel
tank
cap
anticlockwise.3.Place
the
fuel
tank
cap
in
the
holder
on
the
fuel
filler
flap.
Closing
WARNING
The
retaining
strap
of
the
fuel
tank
cap
may
bej
come
trapped
and
crushed
when
turning
the
cap
to
close
it.
It
will
then
not
be
possible
to
close
the
cap
properly.
Fuel
or
fuel
vapours
can
leak
out.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury
or
material damage.
Make
sure
that
the
retaining
strap
does
not
get
trapped
and
crushed
when
closj
ing
the
cap.
1.Fit
the
tank
cap
and
turn
clockwise
until
it
is
clearly
heard
to
click
into
place.2.Press
on
the
fuel
filler
flap
until
it
engages.
Emergency
release
In
certain
situations,
it
may
be
necessary
to
unj
lock
the
fuel
filler
flap
manually,
for
example
if
there
is
an
electrical
fault.
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The
unlocking
mechanism
is
in
the
boot.1.Remove
the
cover
from
the
right-hand
trimpanel.2.Pull
the
green
tag
with
the
fuel
pump
symbol.
Fuel
filler
flap
is
unlocked
without
making
any
noise.3.To
open
the
fuel
filler
flap,
push
on
the
upper
edge,
arrow.
The
fuel
filler
flap
opens.4.Carefully
open
the
fuel
tank
cap.
An
overpresj
sure
can
be
formed
in
the
fuel
tank
due
to
petrol
vapours.5.Refuel
the
vehicle
in
the
usual
way.
It
is
possij
ble
for
residual
pressure
to
make
the
refuelj
ling
procedure
difficult,
for
example
because
the
filler
nozzle
cuts
out
frequently.
Notes
when
refuelling
General
When
refuelling,
insert
the
filler
nozzle
fully
into
the
filler
neck.
Lifting
the
filler
nozzle
during
refuj
elling
results
in
the
following:
'xThe
supply
of
fuel
is
stopped
too
soon.'xFuel
vapour
recovery
is
less
effective.
The
fuel
tank
is
full
when
the
filler
nozzle
cuts
out for
the
first
time.
Please
comply
with
the
safety
regulations
disj
played
at
filling
stations.
Safety
notes
WARNING
If
no
sufficient
safety
distance
is
maintained from
inflammable
materials,
filling
up
and
charging
at
the
same
time
can
lead
to
a
danger
of
fire.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury
or
material
damj
age.
Do
not
fill
up
and
charge
the
vehicle
at
the
same
time.
NOTE
Fuels
are
poisonous
and
aggressive.
Overfilling the
fuel
tank
can
damage
the
fuel
system.
If
fuel
comes
into
contact
with
paintwork,
it
can
damage
it.
This
pollutes
the
environment.
There
is
a
risk
of
material
damage.
Avoid
overj
filling.
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FuelVehicle
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.
Fuel
quality
General Depending
on
the
region,
many
filling
stationssell
fuel
that
is
adapted
to
winter
or
summer
conj ditions.
Fuel
that
is
sold
in
winter
helps
with
cold
starting,
for
example.
Petrol
General For
optimal
fuel
consumption,
the
petrol
should
be
sulphur-free
or
have
a
low
sulphur
content.
Fuels
labelled
on
the
pump
as
containing
metal
must
not
be
used.
You
can
fill
up
with
fuels
with
a
maximum
ethanol content
of
25
%,
for
example
E10
or
E25.
The
engine
has
knock
control.
This
means
that
different
petrol
grades
can
be
used.
Safety
notes
NOTE
Even
small
quantities
of
the
wrong
fuel
or wrong
fuel
additives
can
damage
the
fuel
sysj
tem
and
engine.
In
addition,
the
catalytic
conj
verter
will
be
permanently
damaged.
There
is
a
risk
of
material
damage.
Do
not
use
the
following
fuel
or
additives
with
petrol
engines:
'xLeaded
petrol.'xMetallic
additives,
for
example
manganese or
iron.
After
filling
with
the
wrong
fuel,
do
not
press the
start/stop
button.
Contact
a
Service
Partnerof
the
manufacturer
or
another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialist
workshop.
NOTE
Incorrect
fuels
can
damage
the
fuel
system
and engine.
There
is
a
risk
of
material
damage.
Do
not
refuel
with
fuel
with
a
higher
ethanol
conj
tent
than
recommended.
Do
not
refuel
with
fuel
containing
methanol,
for
example
M5
to
M100.
NOTE
Fuel
below
the
specified
minimum
quality
can
adversely
affect
engine
function
or
lead
to
enj gine
damage.
There
is
a
risk
of
material
damjage.
Do
not
refuel
below
the
specified
minijmum
quality.
Petrol
grade
The
engine
is
designed
to
run
on
petrol
complyj
ing
with
DIN
EN
228.
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Super,
RON
95.
Use
this
fuel
to
achieve
the
nominal
performance
and
consumption
figures.
Minimum
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Wheels
and
tyresVehicle
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.
Tyre
inflation
pressure
General
A
tyre's
condition
and
inflation
pressure
influence the
following:
'xLifetime
of
the
tyre.'xDriving
safety.'xDriving
comfort.'xFuel
consumption.
Safety
note
WARNING
A
tyre
with
too
little
or
no
tyre
inflation
pressure
can
heat
up
significantly
and
sustain
damage.
Handling
characteristics,
for
example
steering
and
braking,
will
be
impaired
as
a
result.
There
is
a
risk
of
accident.
Check
the
tyre
inflation
pressure
regularly
and
adjust
as
necessary,
for
example
twice
a
month
or
before
any
long
jourj
ney.
Tyre
inflation
pressure
information
On
the
door
pillar
The
tyre
inflation
pressures
are
shown
on
the
door
pillar
of
the
driver's
door.
The
tyre
inflation
pressure
data
is
valid
for
the
tyre
sizes
and
recommended
tyre
makes
which
have
been
rated
by
the
vehicle
manufacturer
as suitable
for
the
vehicle
concerned.
If
the
tyre's
speed
code
cannot
be
found,
then
the
tyre
inflation
pressure
for
the
corresponding
tyre
size
applies.
The
tyre
inflation
pressures
stated
for
the
rej
spective
load
conditions
apply
depending
on
the
vehicle's
actual
load
condition.
Example:
for
a partially
loaded
vehicle,
the
optimum
tyre
inflationpressure
is
the
one
stated
for
a
partially
loaded
vehicle.
When
the
vehicle
is
partially
loaded,
the
lowest
possible
fuel
consumption
can
be
achieved
with
the
ECO
tyre
inflation
pressure.
More
information
regarding
wheels
and
tyres
can
be
obtained
from
a
Service
Partner
of
the
manuj
facturer
or
another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialist
workshop.
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For
Australia/New
Zealand
WARNING
The
inflation
pressures
on
the
tyre
label
are
apj
plicable
only
for
tyres
explicitly
mentioned
on
the
label.
Inflation
pressures
for
tyres
that
may
be
covered
by
the
label
m
by
size,
speed
catej gory
and
load
rating/load
index
m
but
not
explicjitly
mentioned
on
the
label
may
be
different.
Please
obtain
adequate
inflation
pressures
in
accordance
with
the
tyre
manufacturer's
specij
fications
from
your
tyre
dealer.
On
the
Control
Display
The
current
tyre
inflation
pressure
values
and
the
specified
tyre
inflation
pressure
values
for
the mounted
tyres
can
be
displayed
on
the
ControlDisplay.
To
ensure
that
they
are
displayed
correctly,
the tyre
sizes
must
be
stored
in
the
system
and
must have
been
set,
see
page
337,
for
the
mounted
tyres.
The
current
tyre
inflation
pressure
value
is
shown
on
each
tyre.
The
specified
tyre
inflation
pressure
value
is
loj
cated
towards
the
bottom
of
the
Control
Display.
Checking
the
tyre
inflation
pressure
General
Tyres
heat
up
while
driving.
The
tyre
inflation
pressure
increases
with
the
temperature
of
the tyre.
Tyres
have
a
natural,
uniform
loss
of
tyre
inflation
pressure.
Inflating
devices
can
display
a
pressure
that
may
be
up
to
0.1
bar
too
low.
Checking
using
tyre
inflation
pressure
inscriptions
on
the
door
pillar
The
tyre
inflation
pressure
inscriptions
on
thetyre
inflation
pressure
sign
on
the
door
pillar
only
relate
to
cold
tyres
or
tyres
at
the
same
temperaj
ture
as
the
ambient
temperature.
Only
check
the
tyre
inflation
pressures
when
the tyres
are
cold,
i.e.:'xIf
the
vehicle
has
been
driven
a
distance
of
no
more
than
2
km,
1.25
miles.'xIf
the
vehicle
has
not
moved
again
for
at
least 2
hours
after
a
journey.1.Determine
the
specified
tyre
inflation
presj
sures
for
the
tyres
installed
on
the
vehicle.2.Check
the
tyre
inflation
pressure
in
all
four tyres,
using
a
pressure
gauge,
for
example.3.Correct
the
tyre
inflation
pressure
if
the
curjrent
tyre
inflation
pressure
deviates
from
the
specified
tyre
inflation
pressure.4.Check
whether
all
valve
caps
are
screwed
onto
the
tyre
valves.
Checking
using
the
tyre
inflation
pressure
information
on
the
Control
Display
1.My
Vehicle2.Vehicle
status3.

Tyre
Pressure
Monitor4.Check
if
the
current
tyre
inflation
pressures
match
the
specified
tyre
pressure
value.5.Correct
the
tyre
inflation
pressure
if
the
curj rent
tyre
inflation
pressure
deviates
from
the
specified
tyre
inflation
pressure.
After
adjusting
the
tyre
inflation
pressure
For
runflat
indicator
RPA:
Reinitialise
runflat
indicator.
For
Tyre
Pressure
Monitor
TPM:
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The
corrected
tyre
inflation
pressures
are
appliedautomatically.
Make
sure
that
the
correct
tyre
settings
have
been
performed.
For
tyres
that
cannot
be
found
in
the
tyre
inflaj tion
pressure
information
on
the
Control
Display,reset
the
Tyre
Pressure
Monitor
TPM.
Speed
codeDesignationMaximum
speedQup
to
160
km/h,
100
mphRup
to
170
km/h,
106
mphSup
to
180
km/h,
112
mphTup
to
190
km/h,
118
mphHup
to
210
km/h,
131
mphFup
to
240
km/h,
150
mphWup
to
270
km/h,
167
mphYup
to
300
km/h,
186
mph
Tyre
tread
Summer
tyres The
tyre
tread
depth
should
not
be
less
than3
mm,
0.12
in,
otherwise
there
is
a
high
risk
ofaquaplaning.
Winter
tyres
The
tyre
tread
depth
should
not
be
less
than
4
mm,
0.16
in,
its
suitability
for
winter
use
is
limij
ted.
Minimum
tread
depth
Wear
displays
are
distributed
across
the
tyre
cirj cumference
and
have
the
legally
prescribed
minj
imum
height
of
1.6
mm,
0.06
in.
The
positions
of
the
wear
indicators
are
identij
fied
on
the
tyre's
side
wall
by
TWI,
Tread
Wear
Indicator.
Tyre
damage
General
Inspect
tyres
regularly
for
damage,
the
presence of
foreign
bodies
and
wear.
Vehicle
behaviour
that
may
indicate
tyre
damage or
other
faults:
'xUnusual
vibrations.'xUnusual
tyre
or
running
noises.'xUnusual
vehicle
response,
such
as
projnounced
pulling
to
the
left
or
right.
Damage
can
be
caused
by
the
following
situaj
tions,
for
example:
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over
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tyre
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