Triangle BMW X3 2014 F25 Owner's Manual

steps to help you under certain circum‐
stances.
For this, data are transmitted to the BMW
Response Center which serve to deter‐
mine the necessary rescue measures. E. g.
the current position of the vehicle, if it can
be established.▷If the LED is flashing green, but the BMW
Response Center can no longer be heard
via the speaker, you can nevertheless still
be heard at the BMW Response Center.
Initiating an Emergency Request
automatically
Under certain conditions, an Emergency Re‐
quest is automatically initiated immediately af‐
ter a severe accident. Automatic Collision Noti‐
fication is not affected by pressing the SOS
button.
Warning triangle
The warning triangle is located behind the left-
hand cover in the cargo area.
To remove, loosen the bracket.
First aid kit NoteSome of the articles have a limited service life.
Check the expiration dates of the contents
regularly and replace any expired items
promptly.
Storage
The first aid kit is located behind the left-hand
cover in the cargo area.
Roadside Assistance Service availability
Roadside Assistance can be reached around
the clock in many countries. You can obtain as‐
sistance there in the event of a vehicle break‐
down.
Roadside Assistance The Roadside Assistance phone number can
be viewed on the iDrive or a connection to
Roadside Assistance can be established di‐
rectly.
For additional information, see user's manual
for Navigation, Entertainment and Communi‐
cation.
Jump-starting
Hints
If the battery is discharged, an engine can be
started using the battery of another vehicle
and two jumper cables. Only use jumper ca‐
bles with fully insulated clamp handles.
To prevent personal injury or damage to both
vehicles, adhere strictly to the following proce‐
dure.
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If the first starting attempt is not success‐
ful, wait a few minutes before making an‐
other attempt in order to allow the dis‐
charged battery to recharge.3.Let both engines run for several minutes.4.Disconnect the jumper cables in the re‐
verse order.
Check the battery and recharge if needed.
Tow-starting and towing Note Tow-starting and towing
For towing the vehicle turn, switch off the
Intelligent Safety systems; otherwise malfunc‐
tions of the individual braking systems might
lead to accidents.◀
Steptronic transmission: transporting
your vehicle
Note Your vehicle is not permitted to be towed.
Therefore, contact a service center in the
event of a breakdown.
Do not have the vehicle towedHave your vehicle transported on a load‐
ing platform only; otherwise, damage may oc‐
cur.◀
Tow truck
The vehicle should only be transported on a
loading platform.
Do not lift the vehicle
Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or
body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage
may result.◀
Use tow fitting located in the front only for po‐
sitioning the vehicle.
Towing other vehicles
Hints Light towing vehicle
The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than the vehicle being towed; otherwise, it will
not be possible to control the vehicle's re‐
sponse.◀
Attaching the tow bar/tow rope correctly
Attach the tow bar or tow rope to the tow
fitting; connecting it to other vehicle parts may
cause damage.◀
▷Switch on the hazard warning system, de‐
pending on local regulations.▷If the electrical system has failed, clearly
identify the vehicle being towed by placing
a sign or a warning triangle in the rear win‐
dow.
Tow bar
The tow fittings used should be on the same
side on both vehicles.
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Terminal, starting aid 223
Text messages, supplemen‐ tary 83
Theft alarm system, refer to Alarm system 46
Thigh support 53
Tilt alarm sensor 46
Time of arrival 90
Tire damage 200
Tire identification marks 198
Tire inflation pressure 195
Tire inflation pressure moni‐ tor, refer to FTM 105
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 102
Tires, changing 200
Tires, everything on wheels and tires 195
Tires, run-flat tires 202
Tire tread 199
Tone, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment
and Communication
Tool 212
Top View 142
Total vehicle weight 233
Touchpad 21
Tow fitting 225
Towing 224
Tow lug, see tow fitting 225
Tow-starting 224
TPM Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor 102
Traction control 122
TRACTION, driving dynam‐ ics 122
Transmission lock, electronic unlocking 77
Transmission, Steptronic transmission 75
Transporting children safely 61
Tread, tires 199
Trip computer 90
Triple turn signal activa‐ tion 71 Trip odometer 84
Turning circle lines, rearview camera 141
Turn signals, operation 71
U Unintentional alarm 47
Units of measure 92
Universal remote control 158
Unlock button, Steptronic transmission 76
Unlocking/locking via door lock 39
Unlocking/locking with re‐ mote control 37
Unlocking, settings 45
Unpaved roads, cross-coun‐ try trips 172
Updates made after the edito‐ rial deadline 6
Upholstery care 228
USB interface 162
V Vanity mirror 160
Variable sport steering 124
Vehicle battery 218
Vehicle battery, replac‐ ing 219
Vehicle, break-in 172
Vehicle care 227
Vehicle features and op‐ tions 6
Vehicle identification num‐ ber 9
Vehicle jack 218
Vehicle paint 227
Vehicle storage 229
Vehicle wash 226
Ventilation 156
Ventilation, refer to Parked- car ventilation 157
VIN, see vehicle identification number 9 Voice activation system 26
W Warning and indicator lamps, see Check Control 80
Warning displays, see Check Control 80
Warning messages, see Check Control 80
Warning triangle 222
Washer fluid 74
Washer fluid reservoir, ca‐ pacity 234
Washer nozzles, wind‐ shield 73
Washer system 72
Washing, vehicle 226
Water on roads 174
Weights 233
Welcome lights 94
Wheel cleaner 228
Wheels, changing 200
Wheels, everything on wheels and tires 195
Wheels, Flat Tire Monitor FTM 105
Wheels, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM 102
Window defroster, rear 152, 155
Windows, powered 47
Windshield washer fluid 74
Windshield washer noz‐ zles 73
Windshield washer sys‐ tem 72
Windshield wiper 72
Winter diesel 191
Winter storage, care 229
Winter tires, suitable tires 201
Winter tires, tread 199
Wiper 72
Wiper blades, replacing 212
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