User manual BMW X3 2005

[. . . ] Owner's Manual for Vehicle Contents The Ultimate Driving Machine A-Z Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 448 - © 09/04 BMW AG X3 2. 5i X3 3. 0i Owner's Manual for Vehicle We are very glad that you have decided to purchase a BMW. The more familiar you are with it, the more secure you will be on the roads. This is why we ask you: Please read the information we have gathered for you in this Owner's Manual before you set off with your new BMW. [. . . ] In the setting, there is a slight flow of air onto the windows to keep them free of condensation. Ventilation When the rear window defroster is activated, the indicator lamp comes on. The rear window defroster switches off automatically. You can have your vehicle programmed in such a way that the rear window defroster switches on automatically. It is then switched on at outside temperatures of less than approx. +39 7/+4 6 within 5 minutes of the engine start. < The air vents for the upper body area can be adjusted: 1 Serrated dials Serrated dials for opening and closing the vent outlets through an infinitely-variable range. 2 3 Levers Selector levers for airflow direction. Serrated dial Use this serrated dial to adjust the amount of cool air that is added to the airflow emerging from the vent outlets for the upper body. The air is cooled and dehumidified and warmed again as needed, depending on the temperature setting. Depending on the weather, the windshield may fog over briefly when the engine is started. You can reduce condensation forming on the windows by switching on the air conditioner. 57 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 448 - © 09/04 BMW AG Reference Mobility Air conditioner Driving tips Rear window defroster Controls Air distribution At a glance A congenial climate Ventilation for cooling Adjust the vents to direct the flow of cool air in your direction, for instance, if the interior has become too warm. Draft-free ventilation Set the vent outlets so that the air flows past you and is not directed straight at you. Microfilter The built-in microfilter removes dust and pollen from the incoming outside air. It is replaced when maintenance is performed by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Center. A substantial reduction in air supply indicates that the filter should be replaced before normal maintenance. Defrosting windows and removing condensation 1 2 3 4 Rotary blower switch Set the rotary switch for air supply at level 4. Rotary temperature switch Turn completely to the right. Rotary switch for air distribution Turn to position . Rear window defroster Switch on to defrost the rear window. 58 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 448 - © 09/04 BMW AG Automatic climate control* At a glance 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Airflow directed toward the windshield and side windows Airflow for the upper body 61 Air to footwell 61 Individual air distribution 60 Temperature display 60 Air supply 60 Air supply/blower 60 Defrosting windows and removing condensation 60 Rear window defroster 61 Reference Mobility 59 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 448 - © 09/04 BMW AG 11 Outside air/AUC Automatic recirculated-air control/recirculated-air mode 60 12 Automatic air distribution and supply 60 Temperature 60 10 Air conditioner 60 Driving tips Controls A congenial climate A congenial climate For almost all conditions, the AUTO program 12 offers the optimal air distribution and air volume. Select an interior temperature you find pleasant. The following section contains more detailed information on the available setting options. Your vehicle has been designed to automatically select your personal climatecontrol settings whenever you unlock the doors using your individually programmed remote control. < Air supply/blower You can vary the air supply by pressing the upper or lower button. This switches off the automatic program for the air supply, and the word AUTO goes out in the display. The automatic mode for air distribution remains in operation as before. [. . . ] 01 41 0 158 448 - © 09/04 BMW AG 107 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 448 - © 09/04 BMW AG Reference Mobility Driving tips Controls At a glance Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 448 - © 09/04 BMW AG Reference This chapter contains the technical data and the index that will direct you as quickly as possible to the information sought. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 448 - © 09/04 BMW AG Technical data Technical data Engine specifications X3 2. 5i X3 3. 0i Displacement Number of cylinders Maximum output at engine speed Maximum torque at engine speed cu in/cmµ hp rpm lb-ft/Nm rpm 152, 2/2, 494 6 184 6, 000 175/237 3, 500 181, 8/2, 979 6 225 5, 900 214/290 3, 500 An engine performance test is authorized only on an appropriate chassis dynamometer. 110 Online Edition for Part-No. [. . . ]