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 N;
otherwise, the shift command will not be
executed: shift lock.
Depress the brake until you start driving
To prevent the vehicle from creeping after
you select a driving position, maintain pressure
on the brake pedal until you are ready
to start.◀
Engaging D, R and N

Briefly push the selector lever in the desired direction, beyond a resistance point if necessary.
After releasing the selector lever, it returns to its center position.

Press unlock button, in order to:
▷ Engage R.
▷ Shift out of P.
Engaging P

Press button P.
See also:
Activating HDC
Activating HDC
Press the button; the LED above the button
lights up.
The LED flashes when the brakes are applied
automatically. ...
Tire inflation pressure values up to100 mph/160 km/h
X3 28i
X3 35i
...
Safety belt reminder for the driver's and front passenger seat
The indicator lamp lights up and
a signal
sounds. In addition, a message appears
on the Control Display. Check
whether the safety belt has been fastened correctly.
The safety belt reminder i ...
