BMW X3 2018 Owners Manual

Total
time
with
switched-off
engineECO PRO, refer to page 252,
driving mode: if the vehicle is
equipped accordingly, the total
time that the engine has been
switched off using the Auto
Start/Stop function is displayed on an autoj
matic engine stop.
The total time is automatically reset every time the vehicle is refueled.
Functional
limitations
The engine is not switched off automatically in the following situations:'yIn case of a steep downhill grade.'yBrake not engaged strongly enough.'yThe external temperature is high and autoj
matic climate control is running.'yThe car's interior has not yet been heated
or cooled to the required level.'yWhere there is a risk of window condensaj tion when the automatic climate control isswitched on.'yEngine or other parts not at operating temj
perature.'yEngine cooling is required.'yThe wheels are at a sharp angle or the
steering wheel is being turned.'yVehicle battery is heavily discharged.'yAt higher elevations.'yThe hood is unlocked.'yHDC Hill Descent Control is activated.'yThe parking assistant is activated.'yStop-and-go traffic.'ySteptronic transmission: selector lever poj sition in N or R.'yAfter driving in reverse.'yUse of fuel with high ethanol content.Starting
the
engine
Functional
requirements
Steptronic
transmission
The engine starts automatically under the folj lowing preconditions:'yBy releasing the brake pedal.'yWhen Automatic Hold is activated: pressthe accelerator pedal.
Driving
away
After the engine starts, accelerate as usual.
Safety
mode
After the engine switches off automatically, it will not start again automatically if any one of
the following conditions are met:
'yThe driver's safety belt is unbuckled and
the driver's door is open.'yThe hood was unlocked.
Some indicator lights light up for a varied length of time.
The engine can only be started via the Start/
Stop button.
System
limits
Even if driving off was not intended, the deactij
vated engine starts up automatically in the folj lowing situations:
'yExcessive warming of the car's interiorwhen the air conditioning is switched on.'yExcessive cooling of the car's interior when
the heating is switched on.'yWhere there is a risk of window condensaj tion when the automatic climate control isswitched on.'yThe steering wheel is turned.'ySteptronic transmission: change from sejlector lever position D to N or R.'ySteptronic transmission: change from sejlector lever position P to N, D or R.Seite 101DrivingControls101
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'yVehicle battery is heavily discharged.'yStart of an oil level measurement.
Intelligent
Auto
Start/Stop
functionDepending on the vehicle equipment andcountry-specific version, the vehicle features avariety of sensors for assessing the traffic sitjuation. The Intelligent Auto Start/Stop functionuses this information to adapt to various traffic
situations in a proactive manner.
For instance, this applies to the following sitj
uations:
'yIf a situation is detected in which the stopj ping time is expected to be very short, theengine is not switched off automatically. Amessage appears on the Control Display,
depending on the situation.'yIf a situation is detected in which the vehij cle needs to drive off immediately, the enj
gine is started automatically.
The function may be restricted if the navigaj
tion data is invalid, outdated or not available,
for example.
Activating/deactivating
the
system
manually
Concept
The engine is not automatically switched off.
The engine is started during an automatic enj gine stop.
Using
the
button
Press button.
Steptronic
transmission:
via
selector
lever
position
The Auto Start/Stop function is also deactij vated in selector lever position M/S.
Via
the
Driving
Dynamics
Control The Auto Start/Stop function is also deactijvated in SPORT driving mode of the Driving
Dynamics Control.
Display'yLED comes on: auto Start/Stop function is deactivated.'yLED goes out: auto Start/Stop function isactivated.
Switching
off
the
vehicle
during
an
automatic
engine
stop
General
information
During an automatic engine stop, the vehicle
can be switched off permanently, for instance
when leaving it.
Steptronic
transmission
1.Press the Start/Stop button.'yDrive-ready state is switched off.'yStandby state is switched on.'ySelector lever position P is engaged
automatically.2.Set the parking brake.
Automatic
deactivation
General
information
In certain situations, the Auto Start/Stop funcj
tion is deactivated automatically for safety reaj sons, for instance if no driver is detected.
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Malfunction
The Auto Start/Stop function no longer switches off the engine automatically. A CheckControl message is displayed. It is possible to
continue driving. Have the system checked by a dealerss service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
Parking
brake
Concept
The parking brake is used to prevent the vehij
cle from rolling when it is parked.
Safety
information WARNING
An unsecured vehicle can begin to move
and possibly roll away. There is a risk of an acj cident. Before exiting, secure the vehicle
against rolling.
In order to ensure that the vehicle is secured against rolling away, follow the following:'ySet the parking brake.'yOn uphill grades or on a downhill slope,
turn the front wheels in the direction of the
curb.'yOn uphill grades or on a downhill slope,
also secure the vehicle, for instance with a
wheel chock.'

Releasing
Releasing
manually1.Switch on drive-ready state.2. Steptronic transmission: press the
switch while the brake is pressed or selecj
tor lever position P is set.
The LED and indicator light go out.
The parking brake is released.
Automatic
release The parking brake is released automatically
when you drive away.
The LED and indicator light go out.
Automatic
Hold
Concept
This system assists the driver by automatically setting and releasing the brake, such as when
moving in stop-and-go traffic.
The vehicle is automatically held in place when
it is stationary.
On uphill grades the system prevents the vehij cle from rolling backward when driving offf.
General
information Under the following conditions, the parkingbrake is automatically engaged:
'yDrive-ready state is switched off.'yThe driver's door is opened while the vehijcle is stationary.'yThe moving vehicle is brought to a standj
still using the parking brake.
Display
The indicator light changes from greento red.
Safety
information
WARNING
An unsecured vehicle can begin to move
and possibly roll away. There is a risk of an acj
cident. Before exiting, secure the vehicle
against rolling.
In order to ensure that the vehicle is secured against rolling away, follow the following:'ySet the parking brake.'yOn uphill grades or on a downhill slope,
turn the front wheels in the direction of the
curb.'yOn uphill grades or on a downhill slope,
also secure the vehicle, for instance with a
wheel chock.'

Overview
Automatic Hold
Establishing
function
readiness
of
Automatic
Hold
1.Switch on drive-ready state.2. Press button.
The LED lights up.
The indicator light lights up green. Automatic Hold is functional. After every new vehicle start, the last
selected setting is active.
Automatic
Hold
holding
the
vehicle
Function readiness is established and the drivj er's door is closed.
After stepping on the brake pedal, for instance
when stopping at a traffic light, the vehicle is
automatically secured against rolling.
The indicator light lights up green.
Driving
away Step on the accelerator pedal to drive off.
The brake is released automatically and the inj
dicator light is no longer illuminated.
Activating
the
parking
brake
automatically
The parking brake is automatically set if drive-
ready state is switched off while the vehicle is
being held by Automatic Hold or if the vehicle
is exited.
The indicator light changes from green
to red.
The parking brake is not set automatically, if
the drive-ready state is switched off, while the vehicle is coasting to a halt. Automatic Hold is
deactivated.
Switching
function
readiness
off Press button.
The LED goes out.
The indicator light goes out.
Automatic Hold is switched off.
If the vehicle is being held by Automatic Hold,
press additionally on the brake pedal, when switching off.
Malfunction
In the event of a failure or malfunction of the parking brake:
Secure the vehicle against rolling away, for inj stance with a wheel chock, after existing the
vehicle.
After
a
power
failure
To reestablish parking brake functionality after a power failure:1.Switch on standby state.2. Pull the switch while stepping on the
brake pedal or selector lever position P is set and then push.
This process may take a few seconds. Any
sounds associated with this are normal.
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The indicator light is no longer illumij
nated as soon as the parking brake is ready for operation again.
Turn
signal,
high
beams, headlight
flasher
Turn
signal
Turn
signal
in
exterior
mirror When driving and during operation of the turn
signals or hazard warning system, do not fold
in the exterior mirrors, so that the signal lights on the exterior mirror are easy to see.
Using
turn
signals
Press the lever past the resistance point.
Triple
turn
signal
activation
Lightly tap the lever up or down.
The triple turn signal duration can be adjusted. Via iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."Vehicle settings"3."Lighting"4."Exterior lighting"5."One-touch turn signal"6.Select the desired setting.
The setting is stored for the driver profile curj
rently used.
Signaling
briefly
Press the lever to the resistance point and hold
it there for as long as you want the turn signal to flash.
High
beams,
headlight
flasher Push the lever forward or pull it backward.'yHigh beams on, arrow 1.'yHigh beams off/headlight flasher, arrow 2.
Washer/wiper
system
General
information
Do not use the wipers if the windshield is dry, as this may damage the wiper blades or causethem to become worn more quickly.
Safety
information WARNING
If the wipers start moving in the folded
away state, body parts can be jammed or damj age may occur to parts of the vehicle. There isa risk of injury or risk of damage to property.Make sure that the vehicle is switched offwhen the wipers are in the folded away stateand the wipers are folded in when switchingon.'

is a risk of damage to property. Defrost thewindshield prior to switching the wipers on.'

Adjusting
the
rain
sensor
sensitivity
Turn the thumbwheel to adjust the sensitivity
of the rain sensor.
Upward: high rain sensor sensitivity.
Downward: low rains sensor sensitivity.
Windshield
washer
system
Safety
information WARNING
The washer fluid can freeze onto the winj
dow at low temperatures and obstruct the view. There is a risk of an accident. Only use
the washer systems, if the washer fluid cannot
freeze. Use antifreeze, if needed.'

General
information
Important, for instance when changing the
wiper blades or when folding out under frosty
conditions.
Safety
information WARNING
If the wipers start moving in the folded
away state, body parts can be jammed or damj age may occur to parts of the vehicle. There isa risk of injury or risk of damage to property.Make sure that the vehicle is switched offwhen the wipers are in the folded away stateand the wipers are folded in when switchingon.'

ating materials into different bottles. Store opjerating materials out of reach of children.
United States: the washer fluid mixture ratio is
regulated by the U.S. EPA and many individual states; do not exceed the allowable washer
fluid dilution ratio limits that apply. Follow the
usage instructions on the washer fluid conj
tainer.
Use of BMWss Windshield Washer Concenj trate or the equivalent is recommended.'