2011 BMW X3 Owner's Manual
Year:
2011
Make:
BMW
Model:
X3
Rating:
Table of Contents
- At a glance
11
Cockpit
12
All around the steering wheel
12
Instrument cluster
13
Indicator/warning lamps
14
Instrument cluster, electronic displays
15
All around the center console
17
All around the headliner
18
iDrive
19
The concept
19
Controls at a glance
19
Operating concept
20
Example: setting the clock
21
Status information
22
Split screen
23
Programmable memory buttons
23
Entering letters and numbers
24
Voice activation system
25
The concept
25
Requirements
25
Using voice activation
25
Possible commands
25
Example: playing back a CD
25
Setting the voice dialog
26
Adjusting the volume
26
Notes on Emergency Requests
26
Environmental conditions
26
Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle
27
Opening and closing
32
Remote control/key
32
Personal Profile
33
Central locking system
35
Opening and closing: from the outside
36
Opening and closing: from the inside
38
Tailgate
39
Comfort Access
41
Alarm system
42
Power windows
43
Roller sunblinds
44
Panoramic glass sunroof
45
Adjusting
47
Sitting safely
47
Seats
47
Safety belts
50
Front head restraints
51
Rear head restraints
51
Seat and mirror memory
52
Mirrors
53
Steering wheel
54
Transporting children safely
55
The right place for children
55
Installing child restraint fixing systems
55
LATCH child restraint fixing system
56
Locking the doors and windows
57
Driving
58
Start/Stop button
58
Starting the engine
58
Engine stop
59
Parking brake
59
Turn signal, high beams, headlamp flasher
61
Washer/wiper system
62
Washer fluid
64
Automatic transmission with Steptronic
64
Displays
67
Instrument cluster
67
Selection lists in the instrument cluster
69
Computer
70
Settings on the Control Display
72
Service requirements
73
Check Control
74
Lamps
76
At a glance
76
Parking lamps/low beams, headlamp control
76
Adaptive light control
77
High-beam Assistant
78
Fog lamps
79
Instrument lighting
79
Interior lamps
79
Safety
80
Airbags
80
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM
82
Brake force display
85
Driving stability control systems
86
Antilock Brake System ABS
86
Brake assistant
86
DSC Dynamic Stability Control
86
DTC Dynamic Traction Control
86
Performance Control
87
xDrive
87
HDC Hill Descent Control
87
Dynamic Damping Control
88
Variable sport steering
88
Dynamic Driving Control
89
Driving comfort
91
Cruise control
91
PDC Park Distance Control
93
Backup camera
95
Top View
97
Head-up Display
99
Climate control
101
Automatic climate control
101
Automatic climate control with enhanced features
103
Ventilation
106
Parked-car ventilation
106
Interior equipment
107
Integrated universal remote control
107
Lighter
108
Connecting electrical devices
109
Cargo area
110
Storage compartments
114
Storage compartments
114
Glove compartment
114
Center armrest
114
Cupholders
115
Clothes hooks
115
Things to remember when driving
120
Breaking-in period
120
General driving notes
120
Loading
122
Roof-mounted luggage rack
124
Navigation
128
Navigation system
128
Destination input
128
Destination guidance
135
Map view
138
Traffic bulletins
139
Navigation data
142
Tone
146
General information
146
Treble, bass, balance, and fader
146
Equalizer
146
Multi-channel playback, surround
146
Volume
147
Resetting the tone settings
147
Radio
148
Controls
148
AM/FM station
148
Weather Band
149
Satellite radio
150
Stored stations
154
CD/multimedia
155
Controls
155
CD/DVD
155
Music collection
162
Professional mobile phone preparation package
176
At a glance
176
Pairing/unpairing the mobile phone
176
Controls
179
Snap-in adapter
183
Office
185
At a glance
185
Office information
185
Contacts
185
Messages
187
Calendar
189
Tasks
190
Notes
191
Reminders
191
Reading out loud
192
What to do if...
192
Contacts
193
General information
193
New contact
193
My contacts
193
BMW Assist
195
BMW Assist
195
BMW TeleService
195
Concierge service
196
Roadside Assistance
196
BMW Search
197
Internet
198
Customer Relations
200
Service Request
200
Automatic Service Request
200
Data transfer
201
Services status
201
Refueling
204
Fuel cap
204
Observe the following when refueling
204
Fuel tank capacity
205
Fuel
206
Fuel quality
206
Wheels and tires
207
Tire inflation pressure
207
Tire identification marks
210
Tire tread
211
Tire damage
211
Tire age
212
Changing wheels and tires
212
Run-flat tires
213
Snow chains
213
Engine compartment
215
Important features in the engine compartment
215
Hood
215
Engine oil
217
General information
217
Checking the oil level
217
Adding engine oil
217
Oil types
217
Coolant
218
Maintenance
219
BMW Maintenance System
219
Condition Based Service CBS
219
Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models and Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models
219
Socket for OBD Onboard Diagnosis
219
Replacing components
221
Tool kit
221
Wiper blade replacement
221
Lamp and bulb replacement
221
Changing wheels
226
Vehicle battery
227
Fuses
227
Breakdown assistance
228
Hazard warning flashers
228
Emergency Request
228
Warning triangle
229
First aid kit
229
Roadside Assistance
229
Jump starting
229
Tow-starting and towing
230
Care
233
Car washes
233
Technical data
238
Dimensions
238
Engine specifications
240
Weights
241
Capacities
242
Short commands of the voice activation system
243
General information
243
Adjusting
243
Vehicle information
244
Navigation
244
Radio
246
CD/Multimedia
248
Telephone
249
Office
249
Contacts
250
BMW Assist
250
FAQ about the 2011 BMW X3 Manual
What contains the 2011 X3 manual?
The BMW X3 owner's manual is a comprehensive guide provided by BMW to assist owners in understanding and operating their specific model of the BMW X3. It contains important information about the vehicle's features, functions, and maintenance requirements. A general overview of what you might find in a BMW X3 2011 owner's manual:
- Do-it-Yourself (DIY) Maintenance, for basic maintenance tasks that BMW X3 owners can do
- Maintenance for your BMW X3, such as oil changes, tire rotations, brake inspections, and fluid checks
- A brief overview of the vehicle and specifications
- Warranty Information, about the vehicle's warranty coverage
- Best practice for driving your BMW X3
Where to download the 2011 BMW X3 Owners Manual?
The BMW X3 owner manual for the 2011 model year is to be found on this page.
Is the manual for the BMW X3 year 2011 free?
Yes, the owner manual for the model year 2011 is free, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
The BMW X3 (2011) owner's manual is available in English?
Yes, the owner's manual for the model year 2011 is available in English.
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