jump start BMW X3 XDRIVE 35I 2013 Owners Manual
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Engine compartmentVehicle equipment
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equipmentis also described that is not available in a vehicle,
e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐
ment or country variant. This also applies for
safety-related functions and systems.
Important features in the engine compartment
1Washer fluid reservoir2Vehicle identification number3Jump-starting, negative terminal4Jump-starting, positive terminal5Coolant reservoir6Oil filler neckHood
Opening the hood Working in the engine compartment
Never attempt to perform any service or
repair operations on your vehicle without the
necessary professional technical training.If you are unfamiliar with the statutory guide‐
lines, have any work on the vehicle performed
only by a service center.
If this work is not carried out properly, there is
the danger of subsequent damage and related
safety hazards.◀Seite 163Engine compartmentMobility163
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Assist Response Center contacts you and
takes further steps to help you.
Even if you are unable to respond, the BMW
Assist Response Center can take further
steps to help you under certain circumstan‐
ces.
For this purpose, data that are used to de‐
termine the necessary rescue measures,
such as the current position of the vehicle if
it can be established, are transmitted to the
BMW Assist Response Center.▷If the LED is flashing but the BMW Assist
Response Center cannot be heard on the
hands-free system, the hands-free system
may be malfunctioning. However, the BMW
Assist Response Center may still be able to
hear you.
Initiating an Emergency Request
automatically
Under certain conditions, an Emergency Re‐
quest is automatically initiated immediately after
a severe accident. Automatic Collision Notifica‐
tion 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
The first aid kit is located behind the left-hand
cover in the cargo area.
Some of the articles have a limited service life.
Check the expiration dates of the contents reg‐
ularly and replace any expired items promptly.
Roadside Assistance
Service availability
Roadside Assistance can be reached around the
clock in many countries. You can obtain assis‐
tance there in the event of a vehicle breakdown.
Roadside Assistance
The Roadside Assistance phone number can be
viewed on the iDrive or a connection to Roadside
Assistance can be established directly.
Jump-starting
Notes
If the battery is discharged, an engine can be
started using the battery of another vehicle and
two jumper cables. Only use jumper cables 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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Do not touch live parts
To avoid the risk of potentially fatal injury,
always avoid all contact with electrical compo‐
nents while the engine is running.◀
Preparation1.Check whether the battery of the other ve‐
hicle has a voltage of 12 volts. This informa‐
tion can be found on the battery.2.Switch off the engine of the assisting vehi‐
cle.3.Switch off any electronic systems/power
consumers in both vehicles.
Bodywork contact between vehicles
Make sure that there is no contact be‐
tween the bodywork of the two vehicles; other‐
wise, there is the danger of short circuits.◀
Starting aid terminals Connecting order
Connect the jumper cables in the correct
order; otherwise, there is the danger of injury
from sparking.◀
The so-called starting aid terminal in the engine
compartment acts as the battery's positive ter‐
minal.
The body ground or a special nut acts as the
battery negative terminal.
Connecting the cables
1.Pull off the cap of the BMW starting aid ter‐
minal.2.Attach one terminal clamp of the positive
jumper cable to the positive terminal of the
battery, or to the corresponding starting aid
terminal of the vehicle providing assistance.3.Attach the terminal clamp on the other end
of the cable to the positive terminal of the
battery, or to the corresponding starting aid
terminal of the vehicle to be started.4.Attach one terminal clamp of the negative
jumper cable to the negative terminal of the
battery, or to the corresponding engine or
body ground of assisting vehicle.5.Attach the second terminal clamp to the
negative terminal of the battery, or to the
corresponding engine or body ground of of
the vehicle to be started.
Starting the engine
Never use spray fluids to start the engine.
1.Start the engine of the assisting vehicle and
let it run for several minutes at an increased
idle speed.2.Start the engine of the vehicle being started
in the usual way.
If the first starting attempt is not successful,
wait a few minutes before making another
attempt in order to allow the discharged bat‐
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3.Let both engines run for several minutes.4.Disconnect the jumper cables in the reverse
order.
Check the battery and recharge if necessary.
Tow-starting and towing
Automatic 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 towed
Have your vehicle transported on a loading
platform only; otherwise, damage may occur.◀
Tow truck
Do not lift the vehicle
Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or
body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage may
result.◀
Use the tow fitting screwed in at the front for
maneuvering the vehicle only.
Towing other vehicles
General information 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 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.
Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting
the tow bar at an offset angle, please observe
the following:
▷Maneuvering capability is limited during cor‐
nering.▷The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it
is secured with an offset.
Tow rope
When starting to tow the vehicle, make sure that
the tow rope is taut.
To avoid jerking and the associated stresses on
the vehicle components when towing, always
use nylon ropes or nylon straps.
Attaching the tow rope correctly
Only secure the tow rope on the tow fit‐
ting; otherwise, damage can occur when it is se‐
cured on other parts of the vehicle.◀
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Braking, notes 141
Breakdown assis‐ tance 178, 179
Breaking in 140
Brightness of Control Dis‐ play 85
Bulb replacement 172
Bulb replacement, front 172
Bulb replacement, rear 175
Bulbs and lamps 172
Button, Start/Stop 59
Bypassing, refer to Jump- starting 179
C
California Proposition 65 Warning 7
Camera, backup camera 114
Camera, care 186
Camera, Top View 117
Can holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 135
Car battery 176
Car care products 184
Care, displays 186
Care, vehicle 184
Cargo 143
Cargo area 131
Cargo area, enlarging 131
Cargo area lid 37
Cargo area, storage compart‐ ments 136
Cargo cover 131
Cargo straps, securing cargo 144
Car key, refer to Remote con‐ trol 30
Carpet, care 185
Car wash 183
Catalytic converter, refer to Hot exhaust system 140
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice 168
CD/Multimedia, see user's manual for Navigation, Enter‐tainment and Communica‐
tion
Center armrest 135
Center console 14
Central locking system 33
Central screen, refer to Control Display 16
Changes, technical, refer to Safety 7
Changing parts 171
Changing wheels 176
Changing wheels/tires 160
Check Control 74
Children, seating position 55
Children, transporting safely 55
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tem 55
Child restraint fixing system LATCH 56
Child restraint fixing systems, mounting 55
Child safety locks 58
Child seat, mounting 55
Child seats 55
Chrome parts, care 185
Cleaning, displays 186
Climate control 120, 122
Clock 77
Closing/opening from in‐ side 37
Closing/opening via door lock 36
Closing/opening with remote control 34
Clothes hooks 136
Collision warning 108
Combination switch, refer to Turn signals 65
Combination switch, refer to Wiper system 66
Comfort Access 39
COMFORT program, Dynamic Driving Control 106
Compartments in the doors 135 Computer 81
Condensation on win‐ dows 121, 124
Condensation under the vehi‐ cle 142
Condition Based Service CBS 168
Confirmation signal 35
ConnectedDrive, see user's manual for Navigation, Enter‐
tainment and Communica‐
tion
Control Display 16
Control Display, settings 83
Controller 16, 17
Control systems, driving sta‐ bility 102
Convenient opening 34
Coolant 167
Coolant temperature 76
Cooling function 121, 124
Cooling, maximum 123
Cooling system 167
Corrosion on brake discs 142
Cruise control 109
Cruising range 77
Cupholder 135
Current fuel consumption 78
D
Damage, tires 160
Damping control, dy‐ namic 104
Data, technical 190
Date 77
Daytime running lights 87
Defrosting, refer to Windows, defrosting 121, 124
Dehumidifying, air 121, 124
Destination distance 82
Digital clock 77
Dimensions 190
Dimmable exterior mirrors 53
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Direction indicator, refer toTurn signals 65
Display, electronic, instrument cluster 73
Display in windshield 118
Display lighting, refer to Instru‐ ment lighting 89
Displays 72
Displays, cleaning 186
Disposal, coolant 167
Disposal, vehicle battery 177
Distance control, refer to PDC 112
Distance to destination 82
Divided screen view, split screen 21
Door lock, refer to Remote control 30
Downhill control 103
Drive-off assistant, refer to DSC 102
Driving experience switch 105
Driving instructions, breaking in 140
Driving mode 105
Driving notes, general 140
Driving stability control sys‐ tems 102
Driving tips 140
DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol 102
DTC Dynamic Traction Con‐ trol 103
Dynamic Damping Con‐ trol 104
Dynamic Stability Control DSC 102
Dynamic Traction Control DTC 103
E
ECO PRO 147
ECO PRO display 147
ECO PRO mode 147 EfficientDynamics 148
Electronic displays, instru‐ ment cluster 73
Electronic Stability Program ESP, refer to DSC 102
Emergency detection, remote control 31
Emergency release, door lock 36
Emergency release, fuel filler flap 152
Emergency Request 178
Emergency service, refer to Roadside Assistance 179
Emergency start function, en‐ gine start 31
Energy Control 78
Energy recovery 78
Engine, automatic Start/Stop function 61
Engine, automatic switch- off 61
Engine compartment 163
Engine compartment, working in 163
Engine coolant 167
Engine oil 165
Engine oil, adding 166
Engine oil additives 166
Engine oil change 166
Engine oil filler neck 166
Engine oil temperature 76
Engine oil types, alterna‐ tive 166
Engine oil types, ap‐ proved 166
Engine start during malfunc‐ tion 31
Engine start, jump-start‐ ing 179
Engine start, refer to Starting the engine 60
Engine stop 60
Engine temperature 76
Entering a car wash 183
Equipment, interior 127 ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐
gram, refer to DSC 102
Exchanging wheels/tires 160
Exhaust system 140
Exterior mirror, automatic dim‐ ming feature 53
Exterior mirrors 52
External start 179
External temperature dis‐ play 77
External temperature warn‐ ing 77
Eyes for securing cargo 144
F
Failure message, refer to Check Control 74
False alarm, refer to Uninten‐ tional alarm 42
Fan, refer to Air flow 124
Fan, refer to Air volume 121
Fault displays, refer to Check Control 74
Filler neck for engine oil 166
Fine wood, care 185
First aid kit 179
Fitting for towing, refer to Tow fitting 182
Flat tire, changing wheels 176
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 97
Flat tire, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 94
Flat tire, warning lamp 95, 98
Flooding 141
Floor carpet, care 185
Floor mats, care 185
Fold-out position, windshield wipers 68
Foot brake 141
Front airbags 91
Front fog lamps 89
Front fog lamps, front, bulb re‐ placement 174
Front lamps 172 Seite 204ReferenceEverything from A to Z204
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Front passenger airbags, au‐tomatic deactivation 93
Front passenger airbags, indi‐ cator lamp 93
FTM Flat Tire Monitor 97
Fuel cap 152
Fuel consumption, current 78
Fuel consumption, refer to Average fuel consump‐
tion 82
Fuel filler flap 152
Fuel gauge 76
Fuel quality 154
Fuel, tank capacity 192
Fuse 177
G
Garage door opener, refer to Integrated universal remote
control 127
Gasoline 154
Gasoline quality 154
Gear change, automatic trans‐ mission 69
General driving notes 140
Glass sunroof, refer to Panor‐ amic glass sunroof 43
Glove compartment 134
Gross vehicle weight, ap‐ proved 191
H
Handbrake, refer to Parking brake 63
Hand-held transmitter, alter‐ nating code 128
Hazard warning flashers 178
HDC Hill Descent Control 103
Head airbags 91
Headlamp control, auto‐ matic 87
Headlamp courtesy delay fea‐ ture 87 Headlamp courtesy delay fea‐
ture via remote control 35
Headlamp flasher 66
Headlamp flasher, bulb re‐ placement 173
Headlamp glass 172
Headlamps 172
Headlamps, care 184
Headlamp washer system 66
Headliner 15
Head restraints 46
Head restraints, front 50
Head restraints, rear 51
Head-up Display 118
Head-up Display, care 186
Heavy cargo, stowing 144
Height, vehicle 190
High-beam Assistant 88
High beams 66
High beams/low beams, refer to High-beam Assistant 88
High beams, bulb replace‐ ment 173
Hill Descent Control HDC 103
Hills 142
Hints 6
Holder for beverages 135
Homepage 6
Hood 163
Horn 12
Hot exhaust system 140
HUD Head-up Display 118
Hydroplaning 141
I
Ice warning, refer to External temperature warning 77
Icy roads, refer to External temperature warning 77
Identification marks, tires 158
Identification number, refer to Important features in the en‐
gine compartment 163
iDrive 16 Ignition key, refer to Remote
control 30
Ignition off 59
Ignition on 59
Indication of a flat tire 95, 98
Individual air distribu‐ tion 120, 123
Individual settings, refer to Personal Profile 31
Inflation pressure, tires 155
Inflation pressure warning, tires 97
Info display, refer to Com‐ puter 81
Initializing, Flat Tire Monitor FTM 98
Initializing, Tire Pressure Mon‐ itor TPM 95
Instrument cluster 72
Instrument cluster, electronic displays 73
Instrument lighting 89
Integrated key 30
Integrated universal remote control 127
Intensity, AUTO program 123
Interior equipment 127
Interior lamps 90
Interior lamps via remote con‐ trol 35
Interior motion sensor 42
Interior rearview mirror 54
Interior rearview mirror, auto‐ matic dimming feature 54
Internet page 6
Interval display, service re‐ quirements 78
J
Jacking points for the vehicle jack 176
Jack, refer to Vehicle jack 176
Joystick, automatic transmis‐ sion 69
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RSC Run Flat System Compo‐nent, refer to Run-flat
tires 162
Rubber components, care 185
Run-flat tires 162
S
Safe braking 141
Safety 7
Safety belt reminder for driv‐ er's seat and front passenger
seat 50
Safety belts 49
Safety belts, care 185
Safety switch, windows 43
Safety systems, airbags 91
Saving fuel 0
Screen, refer to Control Dis‐ play 16
Screwdriver 171
Screw thread for tow fit‐ ting 182
Seat and mirror memory 52
Seat belts, refer to Safety belts 49
Seat heating, front 49
Seat heating, rear 49
Seating position for chil‐ dren 55
Seats 46
Selection list in instrument cluster 81
Selector lever, automatic transmission 69
Sensors, care 186
Service and warranty 7
Service requirements, Condi‐ tion Based Service CBS 168
Service requirements, dis‐ play 78
Service, Roadside Assis‐ tance 179
Settings on Control Dis‐ play 83 Settings, storing for seat, mir‐
ror 52
Shifting, automatic transmis‐ sion 68
Shift paddles on steering wheel 70
Short commands 193
Side airbags 91
Signaling, horn 12
Signals when unlocking 35
Sitting safely 46
Size 190
Slide/tilt glass roof 43
Smallest turning circle 191
Snow chains 162
Socket 129
Socket, OBD Onboard Diag‐ nostics 169
SOS button 178
Spare fuse 177
Specified engine oil types 166
Speed, average 82
Speed limit detection, on‐ board computer 82
Speed limiter, display 79
Speed Limit Information 79
Speed limit in the com‐ puter 82
Split screen 21
SPORT+ - program, Dynamic Driving Control 105
Sport automatic transmis‐ sion 70
SPORT program, Dynamic Driving Control 105
Sport program, transmis‐ sion 70
Sport steering, variable 105
Stability control systems 102
Start/stop, automatic func‐ tion 61
Start/Stop button 59
Start function during malfunc‐ tion 31
Starting the engine 60 Status display, tires 94
Status information, iDrive 20
Status of Owner's Manual 6
Steering wheel, adjusting 54
Steering wheel heating 54
Steptronic, automatic trans‐ mission 68
Stopping the engine 60
Storage compartments 134
Storage compartments, loca‐ tions 134
Storage, tires 161
Storing the vehicle 186
Summer tires, tread 159
Supplementary text mes‐ sages 75
Switch for Dynamic Driv‐ ing 105
Switch-on times, parked-car ventilation 126
Switch, refer to Cockpit 12
Symbols 6
T
Tachometer 76
Tailgate 37
Tailgate, automatic 38
Tailgate via remote control 35
Tail lamps 175
Technical changes, refer to Safety 7
Technical data 190
Telephone, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertain‐
ment and Communication
Temperature, automatic cli‐ mate control 121, 123
Temperature display, external temperature 77
Temperature, engine oil 76
Terminal, jump-starting 180
Text messages, supplemen‐ tary 75
Theft alarm system, refer to Alarm system 40 Seite 208ReferenceEverything from A to Z208
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