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BMW 2010 X3 User Manual

BMW 2010 X3
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The Ultimate
Driving Machine
Owner's Manual
for Vehicle
Contents
A - Z
Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 348 - © 02/09 BMW AG

Table of Contents

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BMW 2010 X3 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBMW
Model2010 X3
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Notes

About this Owner's Manual

Guidance on how to use the manual and its importance for vehicle familiarization.

Symbols used

Explanation of warning symbols and icons used throughout the manual.

At a glance

Cockpit

Controls

Detailed identification and function of interior controls and switches.

Indicator and warning lamps

Explanation of dashboard indicator and warning lights and their meaning.

Adjustments

Sitting safely

Instructions for achieving an ideal and safe sitting position in the vehicle.

Airbags

Information on the location, function, and safety precautions related to airbags.

Safety belts

Guidelines for proper use of safety belts for optimal protection.

Seats

Details on adjusting front seats manually and electrically for comfort and safety.

Transporting children safely

Installing child restraint devices

Instructions and precautions for correctly installing child safety seats.

Driving

Starting engine

Procedures and safety advice for starting the vehicle's engine.

Handbrake

Information on engaging, releasing, and the function of the handbrake.

Everything under control

Odometer

Explanation of the odometer and trip odometer functions.

Fuel gauge

Information on the fuel gauge, reserve capacity, and refueling advice.

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety

PDC Park Distance Control*

How the parking assist system works, its modes, and signals.

Driving stability control systems

Overview of ABS, ESP, and DTC systems for vehicle stability.

Airbags

Protective action

Safety measures and warnings regarding airbag systems and their components.

Automatic deactivation of front passenger airbags

How the passenger airbag system detects occupancy and deactivates.

Lamps

Parking lamps/low beams

Operation of parking lamps and low beam headlights.

Automatic headlamp control*

Functionality of the automatic headlamp system and its limitations.

Air conditioner

Ventilation

How to adjust air vents for cooling and airflow direction.

AUTO program

Using the automatic climate control program for optimal comfort.

Practical interior accessories

Integrated universal remote control*

Programming and using the universal remote for accessories like garages.

Digital compass*

Basic operation and calibration of the vehicle's digital compass.

Things to remember when driving

Breaking-in

Instructions for the initial break-in period to ensure vehicle longevity.

Cargo loading

Guidelines for safely loading cargo, determining load limits, and securing items.

Mobility

Refueling

Fuel filler cap

Procedures for opening, closing, and securing the fuel filler cap.

Required fuel

Specifications for the correct type and grade of fuel to use.

Wheels and tires

Tire inflation pressure

Importance of correct tire pressure for safety, comfort, and tire life.

Snow chains*

Guidelines for using snow chains, including speed limits and initialization.

Under the hood

Hood

Instructions for unlocking, opening, and closing the vehicle's hood.

Engine oil

Warning lamp

Understanding engine oil pressure and level warning lamps.

Checking oil level

How to check and display the engine oil level using the electronic system.

Maintenance

BMW maintenance system

Overview of the vehicle's maintenance system and its benefits.

Service Interval Display

How the system determines and displays upcoming service intervals.

Care

Exterior care

Instructions for washing and maintaining the vehicle's exterior finish.

Interior care

Guidance on cleaning upholstery, leather, plastic, and wooden components.

Replacing components

Wiper blades

Procedures for replacing front and rear wiper blades.

Lamps and bulbs

General advice and procedures for replacing vehicle lamps and bulbs.

Wheel changes

Giving and receiving assistance

Receiving assistance

How to contact BMW Roadside Assistance and initiate emergency requests.

Jump starting

Step-by-step instructions for jump-starting the vehicle's battery.

Technical data

Dimensions

Weights

Capacities

Everything from A to Z

Index

Alphabetical listing of topics and their corresponding page numbers for quick reference.

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