At a glance

This overview of buttons, switches and displays is intended to familiarize you with your vehicle's operating environment. The section will also assist you in becoming acquainted with the control concepts and options available for operating the various systems.

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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 ...

Notes
CD/DVD player and changer Do not remove the cover BMW CD/DVD players and changers are officially designated Class 1 laser products. Do not operate if the cover is damaged; otherwise, severe e ...

Engine and differential
Always obey all official speed limits. Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km Do not exceed the maximum engine and road speeds: ▷ For gasoline engine, 4,500 rpm and 100 mph/160 km/h. ▷ For die ...