Status of this Owner's Manual at time of printing
The manufacturer of your vehicle pursues a policy of constant development that is conceived to ensure that our vehicles continue to embody the highest quality and safety standards. In rare cases, therefore, the features described in this Owner's Manual may differ from those in your vehicle.
Updates made after the editorial deadline
Any updates made after the editorial deadline for the Owner's Manuals are located in the appendix of the printed quick reference for the vehicle.
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Breaking-in period
General information
Moving parts need to be broken in to adjust to
each other.
The following instructions will help achieve a
long vehicle life and good economy.
Engine and differential
Always ...
Vehicle battery
Maintenance
The battery is maintenance-free, i.e., the electrolyte
will last for the life of the battery.
Your service center will be glad to advise you on
questions regarding the battery.
Batt ...
Compact Design
Just as BMW's compact 3 Series ranks below the midsize 5 Series, the
five-seat X3 sits in the shadow of the larger X5. The styling clearly says BMW,
but it's the multi-paneled look of earlier mode ...
