2022 BMW X3 Owners Manual

Matte
paintworkOnly
use
cleaning
and
care
products
suitable
forvehicles
with
matte
paintwork.
Leather
care
Remove
dust
from
the
leather
regularly,
using
a cloth
or
vacuum
cleaner.
Otherwise,
particles
of
dust
and
road
grime
chafe
in
pores
and
folds,
and
lead
to
heavy
wear
and
premature
degradation
of
the
leather
surface.
To
guard
against
discoloration,
such
as
from
clothing,
clean
leather
and
provide
leather
care
roughly
every
two
months.
Clean
light-colored
leather
more
frequently
be#j
cause
contamination
on
such
surfaces
is
sub#j
stantially
more
visible.
Use
leather
care
products;
otherwise,
dirt
and grease
will
gradually
break
down
the
protective
coating
of
the
leather
surface.
Upholstery
material
care General
informationVacuum
the
upholstery
regularly
with
a
vacuum
cleaner.
If
upholstery
is
very
contaminated,
for
instance with
beverage
stains,
use
a
soft
sponge
or
micro#jfiber
cloth
with
a
suitable
interior
cleaner.
Clean
the
upholstery
down
to
the
seams
using
large
sweeping
motions.
Avoid
rubbing
the
ma#j terial
vigorously.
Safety
information
NOTICE
Open
hook
and
loop
fasteners
on
articles
of clothing
can
damage
the
seat
covers
and
other
cloth
upholstery
in
the
vehicle.
There
is
a
risk
of damage
to
property,
among
other
potential
damage.
Ensure
that
any
Velcron
fasteners
are
closed.
Caring
for
special
components
Light-alloy
wheels
When
cleaning
the
vehicle,
use
only
neutral
rim
cleaners
having
a
pH
value
from
5
to
9.
Do
not use
abrasive
cleaning
agents
or
steam
cleaners
above
140
#

Plastic
components
NOTICE
Cleaning
agents
that
contain
alcohol
or
sol#j vents,
such
as
lacquer
thinners,
heavy-duty
grease
removers,
fuel
and
such,
can
damage
plastic
parts.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
prop#j
erty,
among
other
potential
damage.
Clean
with
a
microfiber
cloth.
Dampen
the
cloth
lightly
with
water,
if
needed.
Clean
with
a
microfiber
cloth.
Dampen
the
cloth
lightly
with
water,
if
needed.
Do
not
soak
the
headliner.
Safety
belts
Warning
Chemical
cleansers
can
destroy
the
safety
belt webbing.
Missing
protective
effect
of
the
safety
belts.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury
or
danger
to
life.
Use
only
a
mild
soapy
solution
for
cleaning
the
safety
belts.
Dirty
belt
straps
impede
the
reeling
action
andthus
have
a
negative
impact
on
safety.
Use
only
a
mild
soapy
solution
for
cleaning
the
installed
belt
straps.
Safety
belts
should
only
be
allowed
to
retract
if
they
are
dry.
Carpets
and
floor
mats
Warning
Objects
in
the
driver's
floor
area
can
limit
the pedal
distance
or
block
a
depressed
pedal.
There
is
a
risk
of
accident.
Stow
objects
in
the vehicle
such
that
they
are
secured
and
cannotenter
into
the
driver's
floor
area.
Use
floor
mats
that
are
suitable
for
the
vehicle
and
can
be
safely
attached
to
the
floor.
Do
not
use
loose
floor
mats
and
do
not
layer
several
floor
mats.
Make
sure
that
there
is
sufficient
clearance
for
the
pedals.
Ensure
that
the
floor
mats
are
se#j
curely
fastened
again
after
they
were
removed,
for
instance
for
cleaning.
The
floor
mats
can
be
removed
from
the
car's
in#j
terior
for
cleaning.
If
the
floor
carpets
are
very
contaminated,
clean
with
a
microfiber
cloth
and
water
or
a
textile cleaner.
To
prevent
matting
of
the
carpet,
rub
back
and
forth
in
the
driving
direction
only.
Mount
for
trailer
hitch
Keep
the
mount
clean.
Regularly
grease
or
oil
bearings
and
sliding
surfa#j
ces
with
resin-free
greases
or
oils.
Before
using
steam
cleaners
or
high
pressure
cleaners
on
the
vehicle,
remove
the
ball
head
and
insert
the
cover
into
the
mount.
Sensors
and
camera
lenses
To
clean
sensors
and
camera
lenses,
use
a
cloth
moistened
with
a
small
amount
of
glass
deter#j
gent.
Displays,
screens,
and
protective
glass
of
the
Head-up
Display
NOTICE
Chemical
cleaning
agents,
moisture
or
fluids
of any
kind
can
damage
the
surface
of
displays and
screens.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
prop#jerty,
among
other
potential
damage.
Clean
witha
clean,
antistatic
microfiber
cloth.
NOTICE
The
surface
of
displays
can
be
damaged
with
improper
cleaning.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property,
among
other
potential
damage.
Avoid pressure
that
is
too
high
and
do
not
use
any
scratching
materials.
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Use
a
dry,
clean
antistatic
microfiber
cloth.Clean
the
protective
glass
of
the
Head-up
Dis#jplay
using
a
microfiber
cloth
and
commercially
available
dish-washing
soap.
Taking
the
vehicle
out
of
service
When
the
vehicle
is
shut
down
for
longer
than three
months,
special
measures
must
be
taken.
Further
information
is
available
from
a
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Technical
dataVehicle
features
andoptions
This
chapter
describes
all
standard,
country-spe#jcific
and
optional
features
offered
with
the
series. It
also
describes
features
and
functions
that
are
not
necessarily
available
in
your
vehicle,
e.g.,
dueto
the
selected
options
or
country
versions.
Thisalso
applies
to
safety-related
functions
and
sys#j
tems.
When
using
these
functions
and
systems,
the
applicable
laws
and
regulations
must
be
ob#j
served.
General
information
The
technical
data
and
specifications
in
the
Owner's
Manual
are
used
as
guidance
values.
The
vehicle-specific
data
can
deviate
from
this,
for
instance
due
to
the
selected
optional
equip#j
ment,
country
version
or
country-specific
meas#juring
procedure.
Detailed
values
can
be
found
in
the
approval
documents,
on
labels
on
the
vehicle
or
can
be
obtained
from
a
dealer#ss
service
center
or
another
qualified
service
center
or
repair
shop.
Dimensions
The
dimensions
can
vary
depending
on
the model
version,
equipment
version
or
country-
specific
measurement
procedure.The
height
of
the
vehicle
can
also
differ,
e.g.
due to
tires
and
vehicle
load.
BMW
X3Width
with
mirrorsin/mm84.2/2,138Width
without
mirrorsin/mm74.7/1,897Heightin/mm66/1,676Lengthin/mm185.9/4,723Wheelbasein/mm112.8/2,864Smallest
turning
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Weights


X3
sDrive30iApproved
gross
vehicle
weightlbs/kg5,203/2,360Payloadlbs/kg904/410Approved
front
axle
weightlbs/kg2,403/1,090Approved
rear
axle
weightlbs/kg3,042/1,380


X3
xDrive30iApproved
gross
vehicle
weightlbs/kg5,357/2,430Payloadlbs/kg941/427Approved
front
axle
weightlbs/kg2,646/1,200Approved
rear
axle
weightlbs/kg3,109/1,410


X3
M40i
powered
by
BMW
MApproved
gross
vehicle
weightlbs/kg5,556/2,520Payloadlbs/kg902/409Approved
front
axle
weightlbs/kg2,668/1,210Approved
rear
axle
weightlbs/kg3,109/1,410
Trailer
towing


X3
sDrive30iDetails
about
possible
increases
or
a
reduced
trailer
load
can
be
requested
from
a
manufacturer'sservice
center
or
another
qualified
service
center
or
repair
shop.Trailer
load
without
brakeslbs/kg1,653/750Trailer
load
with
brakes
on
uphill
grades
of
up
to
12
%lbs/kg4,409/2,000Maximum
drawbar
nose
weightlbs/kg441/200Approved
rear
axle
weight,
towing
vehiclelbs/kg3,042/1,380Approved
gross
vehicle
weight,
towing
vehiclelbs/kg5,203/2,360Seite
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X3
xDrive30iDetails
about
possible
increases
or
a
reduced
trailer
load
can
be
requested
from
a
manufacturer'sservice
center
or
another
qualified
service
center
or
repair
shop.Trailer
load
without
brakeslbs/kg1,653/750Trailer
load
with
brakes
on
uphill
grades
of
up
to
12
%lbs/kg4,409/2,000Maximum
drawbar
nose
weightlbs/kg441/200Approved
rear
axle
weight,
towing
vehiclelbs/kg3,109/1,410Approved
gross
vehicle
weight,
towing
vehiclelbs/kg5,357/2,430


X3
M40i
powered
by
BMW
MDetails
about
possible
increases
or
a
reduced
trailer
load
can
be
requested
from
a
manufacturer'sservice
center
or
another
qualified
service
center
or
repair
shop.Trailer
load
without
brakeslbs/kg1,653/750Trailer
load
with
brakes
on
uphill
grades
of
up
to
12
%lbs/kg4,409/2,000Maximum
drawbar
nose
weightlbs/kg441/200Approved
rear
axle
weight,
towing
vehiclelbs/kg3,109/1,410Approved
gross
vehicle
weight,
towing
vehiclelbs/kg5,556/2,520
Capacities


BMW
X3Fuel
tank,
approx.US
gal/liters17.2/65.0Observe
further
information
on
fuel
quality,
referto
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AppendixGeneral
information
Any
updates
to
the
Owner's
Manual
of
the
vehi#j
cle
are
listed
here.
Updates
made
after
the editorial
deadline
The
following
chapters
were
updated
in
the
printed
version
of
the
Owner's
Manual
after
the
editorial
deadline
for
the
Integrated
Owner's
Manual
in
the
vehicle
had
closed:
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and
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Everything
from
A
to
ZIndex0-9 3D
View,
see
Surround
View
259

48V
technology,
see
Mild
Hybrid
technol#j ogy
374

A
ABS
Antilock
Braking
System
214

Acceleration
Assistant,
see
Launch
Control
151

Accessories
and
parts
8

Accident
prevention,
see
Active
Protection
211

ACC,
see
Active
Cruise
Control
224

Activated
charcoal
filter
277

Activation,
trailer
towing
317

Active
Blind
Spot
Detection
201

Active
Cruise
Control
with
Stop&Go
function ACC
224

Active
damping
control,
see
Adaptive
M
chassis/ suspension
270

Active
Guard
Plus,
see
Intelligent
Safety
185

Active
Guard,
see
Intelligent
Safety
185

Active
PDC,
see
Emergency
brake
function
247

Active
Protection
211

Active
seat
ventilation
126

Adaptive
brake
assistant
214

Adaptive
chassis
270

Adaptive
Light
Control
176

Adaptive
M
chassis/suspension
270

Adding
engine
oil
types
365

Adding
oil
364

Additives,
engine
oil
types
365

Adjusting
contents,
iDrive
49

Adjusting
engine
sound
271

Adjusting
sound
of
the
engine
271

Adjustments,
steering
wheel
124

Airbags
181

Airbags,
indicator
and
warning
light
183

Air
circulation,
see
Recirculated-air
mode
275

air
conditioning,
climate
274
Air
distribution,
manual
276

Air
drying,
see
air
conditioning
274

Air
flow,
automatic
climate
control
276

Air
outlets,
see
Ventilation
277

Air
pressure,
tires
328

Air
quality
272

Alarm
system
108

Alarm,
unintentional
109

All-season
tires,
see
Winter
tires
337

All-wheel-drive,
see
xDrive
216

Ambient
air
package
285

Ambient
light
179

Android
Auto,
connection
to
the
vehicle
79

Android
Auto
preparation,
connection
to
the
ve#j hicle
79

Android
Auto
preparation,
smartphone
integra#j tion
79

Antifreeze,
see
Washer
fluid
367

Antilock
Braking
System
ABS
214

Anti-slip
control,
see
DSC
214

Anti-theft
protection,
locking
84

Anti-theft
protection,
lug
bolt
lock
355

Apple
CarPlay
preparation,
connection
to
the
ve#j hicle
79

Apple
CarPlay
preparation,
smartphone
integra#j tion
79

Approach
control
warning
with
City
braking
func#j tion
186

Approach
control
warning
with
light
braking
func#j tion
186

Apps,
see
Owner's
Handbook
for
Navigation,
En#j tertainment,
Communication
6

Aquaplaning
312

Assistance
when
driving
off,
see
Drive-off
assis#j tant
214

Assistance
with
breakdown
376

Assisted
Driving
Mode,
see
Steering
Assis#j tant
234

Assisted
Driving
Plus
238

Assisted
Driving
View
153
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