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Malfunction of driving stability control systems
Adapting your driving style When driving on poor roads, avoid using full throttle or pressing the accelerator beyond the kickdown point and also avoid heavy braking. Otherwise, the drive train ...

Engine specifications
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Performance
For 2009, there's just one engine: a 3.0-liter six-cylinder that's good for 260 horsepower. It teams with either a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic transmission. All X3s have all-wheel dr ...