BMW X3 PLUG-IN HYBRID 2020 Owners Manual

both
in
the
vehicle
and
in
the
central
IT
systemsof
BMW
AG,
Munich.
After
a
change
of
vehicle
ownership,
the
new
vej
hicle
owner
will
be
able
to
view
the
data
entered in
the
electronic
service
history.
Similarly,
a
Servj
ice
Partner
of
the
manufacturer
or
another
qualij
fied
Service
Partner
or
a
specialist
workshop
can also
view
the
data
entered
in
the
electronic
servjice
history.
Objection The
vehicle
owner
has
the
right
to
contact
aService
Partner
of
the
manufacturer
or
another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialist
workshop
and
request
that
no
entries
are
made
in
the
elecj
tronic
service
history
and
that
no
data
relating
to his/her
time
as
owner
is
subsequently
stored
in
the
vehicle
or
transmitted
to
the
vehicle
manuj facturer.
In
such
cases,
no
entries
will
be
made
in
the
electronic
service
history
of
the
vehicle.
Displays
Maintenance
entered
is
shown
on
the
Control
Display,
see
page
164.
For
Australia/New
Zealand: maintenance
No
maintenance
work
other
than
normal
maintejnance
is
required
to
keep
the
emission
levels
of
your
vehicle
within
the
design
limits.
Socket
for
on-boarddiagnosis
OBD
General
Devices
connected
to
the
OBD
socket
trigger
the
alarm
system
when
the
vehicle
is
locked.
Rej move
any
devices
connected
to
the
OBD
socket
before
locking
the
vehicle.
Safety
note
NOTE
Incorrect
use
of
the
OBD
on-board
diagnosis
socket
can
cause
malfunctions
in
the
vehicle.
There
is
a
risk
of
material
damage.
Only
have
service
and
maintenance
work
involving
the
OBD
on-board
diagnosis
socket
carried
out
by
a
Service
Partner
of
the
manufacturer
or
anj
other
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialist
workshop
or
other
authorised
persons.
Only
connect
devices
that
have
been
tested
and
found
to
be
safe
for
use
with
the
OBD
on-
board
diagnosis
socket.
Position
The
OBD
socket
for
checking
emissions-relej
vant
components
is
located
on
the
driver's
side.
Engine
warning
light
'xWhen
the
warning
light
flashes:
May
have
engine
failure
that
may
cause
damage
to
the
catalyst
device.
Have
the
vehicle
checked
as
soon
as
possible.'xWhen
the
warning
light
illuminates:
High
exhaust
gas
value.
Have
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Vehicle
recycling
The
manufacturer
of
the
vehicle
recommends
handing
the
vehicle
in
at
a
take-back
point
nomij
nated
by
the
manufacturer
at
the
end
of
its
life cycle.
The
regulations
concerning
the
returning
of
end-of-life
vehicles
may
vary
from
country
to
country.
Additional
information
is
available
from
a Service
Partner
of
the
manufacturer
or
another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialist
workj
shop.
High-voltage
batteryrecycling
The
vehicle
manufacturer
recommends
having
a
Service
Partner
of
the
manufacj
turer
or
another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
specialist
workshop
dispose
of
high-voltage batteries
that
are
at
the
end
of
their
useful
life
orare
defective.
The
regulations
concerning
the
returning
of
end- of-life
vehicles
may
vary
from
country
to
country. Additional
information
is
available
from
a
ServicePartner
of
the
manufacturer
or
another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialist
workshop.
For
more
information,
see
www.bmw.com.
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Replacing
partsVehicle
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.
On-board
tool
kit
The
on-board
tool
kit
is
located
under
the
bootfloor.
Wiper
blades
Safety
notes
NOTE
The
windscreen
may
sustain
damage
if
a
wiper
falls
onto
it
without
the
wiper
blade
fitted.
There
is
a
risk
of
material
damage.
Hold
the
wiper
firmly
when
changing
the
wiper
blade.
Do
not
fold
in
or
switch
on
the
wiper
without
a
wiper blade
installed.
NOTE
Wipers
that
are
folded
away
from
the
windj screen
can
become
trapped
if
the
bonnet
is
opened.
There
is
a
risk
of
material
damage.
Bej
fore
opening
the
bonnet,
make
sure
that
the
wipers,
with
wiper
blades
fitted,
are
in
contact
with
the
windscreen.
Replacing
the
front
wiper
blades1.To
replace
the
wiper
blade,
move
the
wiper
to
the
fold-out
position,
see
page
143.2.Lift
the
wipers
completely
away
from
the
windscreen.3.Press
the
button,
arrow
1,
and
pull
out
wiper
blade,
arrow
2.4.Insert
the
new
wiper
blade
and
press
into
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Replacing
the
rear
wiper
bladeThe
wiper
blade
is
engaged
on
the
end
of
thewiper
arm.1.Pull
the
wiper
up
fully
and
pull
off
the
wiperblade,
arrow.2.Insert
new
wiper
blade.
The
wiper
blade
mustengage
audibly.3.Fold
in
the
wipers.
Bulbs
and
lights
General
Bulbs
and
lights Lights
and
bulbs
are
an
important
aspect
of
drivj
ing
safety.
Some
equipment
versions
have
light-emitting
dij
odes
behind
a
cover
as
a
light
source.
These light-emitting
diodes
are
similar
to
conventionallasers
and
are
classified
by
legislation
as
Class
1
light-emitting
diodes.
In
the
case
of
a
defect,
the
manufacturer
of
the vehicle
recommends
having
respective
work
carj
ried
out
by
a
Service
Partner
of
the
manufacturer or
another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialj
ist
workshop.
A
box
of
spare
bulbs
is
available
from
a
Service Partner
of
the
manufacturer
or
another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialist
workshop.
Comply
with
the
safety
notes,
see
page
364.
Headlight
glass
During
cool
or
humid
weather,
the
headlight
glass
can
mist
over
on
the
inside.
When
driving
with
the
lights
switched
on,
the
condensation disappears
after
a
short
time.
There
is
no
need
to
replace
the
headlight
glass.
If
moisture
increases
for
example
if
there
are
waj
ter
droplets
in
the
lamp
despite
the
headlights
being
switched
on,
have
the
headlights
checked.
Safety
notes
WARNING
Bulbs
can
become
hot
during
operation.
Conj
tact
with
the
bulbs
can
lead
to
burns.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury.
Only
replace
bulbs
when
they
have
cooled
down.
WARNING
Short
circuits
can
occur
when
working
on
lightj
ing
systems
that
are
switched
on.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury
or
material
damage.
Switch
the
rej
spective
lights
off
when
working
on
the
lighting
system.
Where
applicable,
observe
the
enj
closed
instructions
from
the
bulb
manufacturer.
WARNING
Intense
brightness
can
irritate
or
harm
the
retj ina
of
the
eye.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury.
Do
not look
directly
into
the
headlights
or
other
lightsources.
Do
not
remove
covers
from
LEDs.
NOTE
Dirty
bulbs
have
a
reduced
lifetime.
There
is
a risk
of
material
damage.
Do
not
touch
the
glass of
new
bulbs
with
your
bare
hands.
Use
a
cleantissue
or
similar,
or
hold
the
bulb
by
its
base.
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Front
lights
LED
headlights General
Comply
with
the
safety
notes,
see
page
364.
Low-beam
headlights,
side
lights
and
daytime
running
lights
as
well
as
the
turn
indicators
in
the
exterior
mirror
feature
LED
technology.
In
the
event
of
a
fault,
contact
a
Service
Partner
of
the
manufacturer
or
another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialist
workshop.
Overview1High-beam
headlights/headlight
flasher2Low-beam
headlights3Turn
indicator4Daytime
running
lights/side
lights
Turn
indicators,
replacing
the
lamps
General
Comply
with
the
safety
notes,
see
page
364.
24
watt
bulb,
PY24W.
Changing
the
bulb1.In
the
wheel
arch,
press
the
two
brackets
and
fold
down
the
cover.2.Unscrew
and
remove
the
bulb
holder.3.Press
the
bulb
gently
into
the
bulb
holder, turn
anticlockwise
and
remove.4.Install
new
bulb.5.Fit
the
bulb
holder.6.Attach
cover.
High-beam
headlights,
replacing
the
bulbs
General
Comply
with
the
safety
notes,
see
page
364.
Bulb
type
H7,
55
watt.
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Changing
the
bulb1.Open
the
bonnet,
see
page
352.2.Turn
cover
anticlockwise
and
remove.3.Pull
the
bulb
holder
out
past
the
spring
resistj
ance
point.4.Pull
off
the
bulb.5.To
install
the
new
bulb
and
reattach
the
cover,
carry
out
the
above
steps
in
reverse
order.
Make
sure
that
the
connector
is
seated
corj
rectly.
LED
headlights
with
extended
functionality
General
Comply
with
the
safety
notes,
see
page
364.
All
front
lights
except
the
two
side
turn
indicators
are
in
LED
technology.
In
the
event
of
a
fault,
contact
a
Service
Partner of
the
manufacturer
or
another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialist
workshop.
Overview1Cornering
light2Daytime
running
lights/side
lights3Low-beam/high-beam
headlights4Turn
indicator
Turn
indicators,
replacing
the
lamps
General
Comply
with
the
safety
notes,
see
page
364.
24
watt
bulb,
PY24W.
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Changing
the
bulb1.In
the
wheel
arch,
press
the
two
brackets
and
fold
down
the
cover.2.Unscrew
and
remove
the
bulb
holder.3.Press
the
bulb
gently
into
the
bulb
holder, turn
anticlockwise
and
remove.4.Install
new
bulb.5.Fit
the
bulb
holder.6.Attach
cover.
Adaptive
LED
headlights
Comply
with
the
safety
notes,
see
page
364.
All
lights
use
LED
technology.
In
the
event
of
a
fault,
contact
a
Service
Partner
of
the
manufacturer
or
another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialist
workshop.
LED
fog
light
Comply
with
the
safety
notes,
see
page
364.
The
LED
fog
lights
use
LED
technology.
In
the
event
of
a
fault,
contact
a
Service
Partner of
the
manufacturer
or
another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialist
workshop.
Rear
lights
General Comply
with
the
safety
notes,
see
page
364.
With
LED
headlights
or
LED
headlights
with
exj
tended
functionality:
the
tail
light
is
designed
with LED
technology.
With
Adaptive
LED
headlights:
all
rear
lights
are designed
with
LED
technology.
In
the
event
of
a
fault,
contact
a
Service
Partner
of
the
manufacturer
or
another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialist
workshop.
Overview1Brake
light2Turn
indicator3Tail
light4Reversing
lights5Rear
fog
light
Outer
rear
lights,
replacing
the
bulbs
General
Comply
with
the
safety
notes,
see
page
364.
Brake
light,
turn
indicator:
21-watt
bulb,
P21W.
Rear
fog
light:
21
watt
bulb,
H21W.
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Removing
the
outer
rear
light1.Open
the
tailgate.2.With
the
screwdriver
from
the
on-board
toolkit,
undo
the
clip,
arrow
1,
and
remove
the
cover,
arrow
2.3.Unscrew
both
nuts.4.Open
the
cover
on
the
side
trim
panel
in
the luggage
compartment,
arrow,
and
remove
the
warning
triangle,
see
page
373.5.Loosen
the
screw
and
remove
the
bracket.6.Remove
the
connector,
arrow
1,
and
loosen
the
screw,
arrow
2.7.Detach
the
rear
light
from
the
body.
Replacing
the
bulbs
1.Unscrew
the
four
fastenings
on
the
bulb
holder,
arrows
1,
and
remove
the
bulb
holder
from
the
rear
light,
arrow
2.2.Press
the
bulb
gently
into
the
bulb
holder, turn
anticlockwise
and
remove.3.To
insert
the
new
bulb
and
attach
the
bulb
holder,
proceed
in
the
opposite
sequence. Ensure
that
the
bulb
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Installing
rear
light1.Install
the
rear
light
in
the
reverse
sequenceand
attach
the
connector.2.Fit
the
bracket
for
the
warning
triangle
and
atjtach
the
warning
triangle.3.Close
the
cover
on
the
side
trim
in
the
lugjgage
compartment.4.Fasten
the
cover
with
the
clip.
Reversing
light
in
the
tailgate
General
Comply
with
the
safety
notes,
see
page
364.
21
watt
bulb,
H21W.
Access
to
the
light
1.Open
the
tailgate.2.Pull
out
cover
on
handle
recess,
see
arrow.
Changing
a
bulb
1.Pull
the
bulb
holder
out
of
the
reflector.2.Press
the
bulb
gently
into
the
bulb
holder, turn
anticlockwise
and
remove.3.To
insert
the
new
bulb
and
attach
the
bulb
holder,
proceed
in
the
reverse
sequence.
Vehicle
battery
General
The
battery
is
maintenance-free. More
information
regarding
the
battery
can
be
obtained
from
a
Service
Partner
of
the
manufacj
turer
or
another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialist
workshop.
Safety
note
WARNING
Vehicle
batteries
that
are
classified
as
unsuitaj
ble
may
damage
systems
or
result
in
functions
no
longer
being
carried
out.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury
or
material
damage.
Only
use
vehicle
batj
teries
that
have
been
classified
as
suitable
by
the
vehicle
manufacturer.
Registering
the
battery
with
the
vehicle
The
manufacturer
of
the
vehicle
recommends
having
a
Service
Partner
of
the
manufacturer
or another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
an
authorjised
workshop
register
the
vehicle
battery
with
the
vehicle
after
the
battery
has
been
replaced. Once
the
battery
has
been
registered
again,
all
comfort
functions
will
be
available
without
rej
striction
and
any
Check
Control
messages
relatj
ing
to
the
comfort
functions
will
no
longer
be
disj
played.
Hazard
symbols The
following
hazard
symbols
can
be
found
on
the
vehicle
battery:
SymbolMeaningNo
smoking,
no
naked
flames,
no
sparks.Wear
protective
goggles.Keep
away
from
children.Risk
of
acid
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SymbolMeaningRinse
any
splashes
of
acid
with
water
immediately.
If
acid
comes
into
contact
with
eyes
or
is
swalj
lowed,
seek
medical
attention
immediately.No
direct
sunlight,
no
frost.Follow
the
user
manual.Explosive
gas
mixture.
Do
not
seal
any
openings
on
the
batj
tery.
Replacing
the
battery
GeneralThe
manufacturer
of
the
vehicle
recommends
only
having
the
vehicle
battery
replaced
by
a
Service
Partner
of
the
manufacturer
or
another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
an
authorised
workj
shop.
If
the
battery
is
not
replaced
correctly,
the
vehicle
may
not
recognise
it
properly
and
perfect
functioning
cannot
be
guaranteed.
Safety
note
DANGER
Touching
live
components
can
result
in
an electric
shock.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury
or
even
death.
Do
not
touch
any
components
that could
be
live.
Notes
on
removal
Observe
the
following
notes
on
removing
the
vejhicle
battery:
'xPark
the
vehicle
and
switch
off
consumers.'xFirst
disconnect
the
power
at
the
negative
terminal.
Then
disconnect
the
power
at
the
positive
terminal.
Notes
on
installation
Observe
the
following
notes
on
installing
the
vej hicle
battery:
'xRemove
any
foreign
bodies
from
the
batteryholder.'xOnly
install
the
battery
in
the
intended
posij
tion
in
the
vehicle.'xKeep
the
battery
and
vehicle
connection
conj
tacts
clean.'xFirst
connect
the
power
at
the
positive
termij nal.
Then
connect
the
power
at
the
negativeterminal.'xUse
the
connections,
connectors
and
covers
provided.'xConnect
a
hose
to
the
gas
outlet
opening
if
necessary.
Initial
operation
The
battery
is
operational.
No
special
precauj
tions
are
required
for
start-up.
Charging
the
battery General
Ensure
the
battery
is
sufficiently
charged
to
guarantee
the
entire
lifetime
of
the
battery.
Charge
the
battery
under
the
following
situations:
'xIf
the
inspection
glass
on
the
top
of
the
batj
tery
is
black.'xIf
there
is
insufficient
starting
power.
The
following
conditions
can
have
a
negative
efj
fect
on
battery
performance:
'xFrequently
driving
short
distances.'xIf
the
vehicle
is
not
used
for
a
period
of
one
month
or
longer.Seite
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parts370
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for
Part
no.
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