At a glance

These overviews of buttons, switches and displays are intended to familiarize you with your vehicle. You will also become quickly acquainted with the available control concepts and options.

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Unlocking and opening
► Either unlock the doors together using the button for the central locking system and then pull the door handle above the armrest or ► Pull the door opener twice individually on each ...

Exterior
The exterior remains the same for 2009, and the X3 retains its awkward angles, disjointed taillights and odd lower bodywork. It's not unattractive, but it sure isn't as stylish as Mercedes' new GL ...

Opening the hood
1. Pull lever in the interior: Engine is released, arrow 1. 2. After the lever is released, pull the lever again: Hood can be opened, arrow 2. Indicator/warning lamps When the hood is opened, ...