BMW X3 2018 Owners Manual

ClosingWARNING
The retaining strap of the fuel cap can be
jammed and crushed during closing. The cap cannot be correctly closed. Fuel or fuel vapors
can escape. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to property. Pay attention that the rejtaining strap is not jammed or crushed whenclosing the cap.'

FuelVehicle
features
and
optionsThis chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due
to the selected options or country versions.
This also applies to safety-related functions
and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations
must be observed.
Fuel
recommendation
General
information Depending on the region, many gas stations
sell fuel that has been customized to winter or
summer conditions. Fuel that is available in
winter, for instance helps make a cold start
easier.
Gasoline
General
information For the best fuel efficiency, the gasoline
should be sulfur-free or very low in sulfur conj tent.
Fuels that are marked on the gas pump as conj taining metal must not be used.
Fuels with a maximum ethanol content of 10 %, i. e., E10, may be used for refueling.
Ethanol should meet the following quality stanj dards:
US: ASTM 4806mxx
CAN: CGSB-3.511mxx
xx: comply with the current standard in each
case.Safety
information
CAUTION
The use of poor-quality fuels may result
in harmful engine deposits or damage. Addij
tionally, problems relating to drivability, startj ing and stalling, especially under certain envij
ronmental conditions such as high ambient
temperature and high altitude, may occur.
If drivability problems are encountered, we recj
ommend switching to a high quality gasoline brand and a higher octane grade n AKI numjber n for a few tank fills. To avoid harmful enj
gine deposits, it is highly recommended to
purchase gasoline from Top Tier retailers.
Failure to comply with these recommendations
may result in the need for unscheduled mainj
tenance.'

NOTE
Fuel that does not comply with the minij
mum quality can compromise engine function or cause engine damage. There is a risk ofdamage to property. Do not fill with fuel that
does not comply with the minimum quality.'

To be able to establish the drive-ready state as
usual, there must be an adequate amount of diesel exhaust fluid.
Diesel exhaust fluid can be refilled at any time.
Diesel exhaust fluid is available at many gas
stations.
If possible, refill diesel exhaust fluid using a
fuel pump, refer to page 265.
Diesel
exhaust
fluid
at
low
temperatures
Due to its physical properties, it is possible that the diesel exhaust fluids may need to bereplenished more frequently if exposed to temj
peratures under +23 

Safety
informationWARNING
Small amounts of ammonia fumes can
escape when opening the diesel exhaust fluid
container. Ammonia fumes have a pungent
odor and irritate skin, mucous membranes, and eyes. There is a risk of injury. Do not inhale esjcaping ammonia fumes. Avoid the contact of
articles of clothing, skin or eyes with diesel exj
haust fluid. Do not swallow any diesel exhaust
fluid. Keep children away from diesel exhaust
fluids.'

The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzleclicks off the first time.4.Replace the fuel cap and turn it clockwise.5.Close the fuel filler flap.
Adding
diesel
exhaust
fluid
using
a
bottle
1.Open the fuel filler flap, refer to page 260.2.Turn the fuel cap of the diesel exhaust fluid
tank counterclockwise and remove.3.Place the bottle on it and turn it clockwise
as far as it will go.4.Press the bottle down.
The vehicle tank will be filled.The tank is full when the fill level in the botj
tle no longer changes. It is not possible to
overfill.5.Pull back the bottle and unscrew it.6.Replace the fuel cap and turn it clockwise.7.Close the fuel filler flap.
Filling
with
an
incorrect
fluid
General
information
A Check Control message is displayed when
an incorrect fluid is added.
In the case that an incorrect fluid was refilled, contact a dealerss service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop.
Safety
information WARNING
After adding an incorrect fluid, for inj
stance antifreeze for washer fluid, the system
can heat and ignite. There is a risk of fire and
injuries. Do not add incorrect fluids. Do not
start the engine after adding an incorrect
fluid.'

After
filling
diesel
exhaust
fluid
Reserve
indication The Reserve display will still apj
pear along with the remaining range after refilling.
The drive-ready state can be esj
tablished.
After several minutes of driving, the Reserve indication goes out.
Diesel
exhaust
fluid
on
minimum After filling, the indicator is stilldisplayed.
The drive-ready state can only
be established after the indicaj
tor goes out.1.Press the Start/Stop button three times.
The indicator goes out after approx. 1 mij nute.2.Press the Start/Stop button and establishthe drive-ready state.
Disposing
of
bottles
Have bottles for diesel exhaust fluid
disposed of by a dealer's service center
or another qualified service center or
repair shop or take them to a collection point.
Do not dispose of empty bottles with housej
hold waste unless this is permitted by local
regulations.
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Wheels
and
tiresVehicle
features
and
options
This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due
to the selected options or country versions.
This also applies to safety-related functions
and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations
must be observed.
Tire
inflation
pressure
General
information
The tire characteristics and tire inflation presj
sure influence the following:'yThe service life of the tires.'yRoad safety.'yDriving comfort.'yFuel consumption.
Safety
information
WARNING
A tire with too little or no tire inflation
pressure may heat up significantly and sustain
damage. This will have a negative impact on aspects of handling, such as steering andbraking response. There is a risk of an accij
dent. Regularly check the tire inflation presj
sure, and correct it as needed, for instance
twice a month and before a long trip.'

Only check the tire inflation pressure levels
when the tires are cold, i.e.:'yDriving range of max. 1.25 miles/2 km has not been exceeded.'yIf the vehicle has not moved again for at
least 2 hours after a trip.
Check the tire inflation pressure of the emerj
gency wheel in the cargo area regularly, and
correct it as needed.
1.Determine, refer to page 268, the intended
tire inflation pressure levels for the
mounted tires.2.Check the tire inflation pressure in all four tires, using a pressure gage, for example.3.Correct the tire inflation pressure if the curjrent tire inflation pressure value deviates
from the specified value.4.Check whether all valve caps are screwed onto the tire valves.
Checking
using
the
tire
inflation
pressure
specifications
on
the
Control
Display
1."My Vehicle"2."Vehicle status"3. "Tire Pressure Monitor"4.Check whether the current tire inflation
pressure levels deviate from the intended
tire pressure value.5.Correct the tire inflation pressure if the curj rent tire inflation pressure value deviates
from the intended value.
After
correcting
the
tire
inflation
pressure
For run-flat tires: reinitialize run-flat tires.
For the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM: in the case
of tires that are not included in the tire inflation
pressure specifications on the Control Display, reset the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM.
Tire
inflation
pressures
up
to
100
mph/160
km/h
For speeds of up to 100 mph/160 km/h and for optimum driving comfort, note the pressure
values in the tire inflation pressure table, refer to page 269, and adjust as necessary.
These pressure values can also be found on
the tire inflation pressure label on the driver's
door pillar.
Do not exceed a speed of 100 mph/160 km/h.
Tire
inflation
pressure
values
up
to
100
mph/160
km/h
X3
xDrive30i
Tire sizePressure specifications
in bar/PSISpecifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires225/60 R 18 104 H
M+S XL A/S RSC
225/60 R 18 104 H
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Tire sizePressure specifications
in bar/PSI245/50 R 19 105 H
M+S XL A/S
Std/RSC
245/50 R 19 105
W XL RSC
245/50 R 19 105 V
M+S XL RSC2.2 / 322.4 / 35Front: 245/45 R 20
103 W XL RSC2.2 / 32-Rear: 275/40 R 20
106 W XL RSC-2.4 / 35Front: 245/45 R 20
103 Y XL Std2.2 / 32-Rear: 275/40 R 20
106 Y XL Std-2.4 / 35Front: 245/40 R 21
100 Y XL RSC2.3 / 33-Rear: 275/35 R 21
103 Y XL RSC-2.6 / 38Emergency wheel:
T 135/80 R 18 104
MSpeed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
4.2 / 60X3
M40iTire sizePressure specifications
in bar/PSISpecifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires245/50 R 19 105
H M+S XL A/S
Std/RSC
245/50 R 19 105
W XL RSC
245/50 R 19 105
V M+S XL RSC2.2 / 322.4 / 35Front: 245/45 R
20 103 W XL RSC2.2 / 32-Rear: 275/40 R 20
106 W XL RSC-2.4 / 35Front: 245/45 R
20 103 Y XL Std2.2 / 32-Rear: 275/40 R 20
106 Y XL Std-2.4 / 35Front:
245/40 R 21 100
Y XL RSC2.3 / 33-Rear: 275/35 R 21
103 Y XL RSC-2.6 / 38Emergency wheel:
T 135/80 R 18
104 MSpeed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
4.2 / 60
Tire
inflation
pressures
at
max.
speeds
above
100
mph/160
km/h
WARNING
In order to drive at maximum speeds in
excess of 100 mph/160 km/h, please observe, and, if necessary, adjust tire pressures for
speeds exceeding 100 mph/160 km/h from the
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