Engine and differential
Always obey the official speed limit.
Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km
Do not exceed the maximum engine and road speed:
▷ For gasoline engine, 4,500 rpm and 100 mph/160 km/h.
Avoid full-throttle operation and use of the transmission's kickdown mode for the initial miles.
From 1,200 miles/2,000 km
The engine and vehicle speed can gradually be increased.
See also:
Built for Curves
Like BMW's cars, the X3 offers top-notch road manners. Some may find the
steering wheel too difficult to turn, but its heavy rotations render spot-on
directional control. The meaty steering wheel ...
Engaging the transmission position
Transmission position P can only be disengaged
if the engine is running and the brake
pedal is pressed.
With the vehicle stationary, press on the
brake pedal before shifting out of P or ...
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 p ...