Starting the engine

Starting the engine
Remote control in the ignition lock or, with Comfort Access, inside the vehicle
1. Depress the brake pedal.
2. Press the Start/Stop button.
The starter operates automatically for a certain time, and stops automatically as soon as the engine has started.
Diesel engine
If the engine is cold and temperatures are below approx. 32 ℉/0 ℃, the start process may be delayed somewhat due to automatic preheating.
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Safety
The X3 earned a 2009 Top Safety Pick designation from the Insurance Institute
for Highway Safety, the agency's highest award. That means it earned top scores
in IIHS' frontal-offset, side-impact a ...
Headphones, vehicle
loudspeakers
Connecting the headphones
Normal headphones
Connect via the jack 1/8"/3.5 mm, on the rear CD/DVD player.
Infrared headphones
Connection via the infrared interface on the
lower edge of the s ...
Coolant
Coolant consists of half water and half additive. Not all commercially available
additives are suitable for your BMW. Ask your BMW center for suitable additives.
Only use suitable additives; other ...
