BMW 2009 X3 xDrive30i Manual Do Proprietário

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Starting engine
1.
Start the engine of the assisting vehicle and 
let it run at a slightly elevated idling speed 
for a few minutes.
2.
Start the engine on the other vehicle in the 
usual way. 
If the first start attempt is not successful, 
wait a few minutes before another attempt 
in order to allow the discharged battery to 
recharge.
3.
Let the engines run for a few minutes.
4.
Disconnect the jumper cables by reversing 
the connection sequence.
If need be, have the battery checked and 
recharged.
Never use spray fluids to start the 
engine.
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Tow starting and towing
Obey all applicable laws and guidelines 
for tow starting and towing.
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Do not allow any passengers other than 
the driver to ride in a vehicle that is being 
towed.
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Using tow fitting
The threaded tow fitting is stored in the 
onboard tool kit, refer to page
, and must 
always remain in the vehicle. It can be screwed 
in at the front or rear of the BMW.
Only use the tow fitting that comes with 
the vehicle and screw it in as far as it will 
go. Use the tow fitting only for towing on roads. 
Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, e.g. do 
not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting. Otherwise, 
the tow fitting and the vehicle can be dam-
aged.
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Access to screw thread
Front
Push the cover in the bumper out of the recess 
with a screwdriver.
Rear
Press on the mark provided on the cover.
Being towed
Make sure that the ignition key is in posi-
tion 1; otherwise, the steering lock will 
engage, making it impossible to steer the vehi-
cle. There is no power assist with the engine 
switched off. It is therefore necessary to exert 
increased effort for braking and steering.
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Switch on the hazard warning flashers depend-
ing on the local regulations. If the electrical sys-
tem fails, mark the vehicle to be towed, e.g. with 
a sign or warning triangle in the rear window.
Manual transmission
Gearshift lever in neutral.
Automatic transmission
Selector lever in position N.
Changing selector lever positions, refer to 
page
Do not exceed a towing speed of 45 mph/
70 km/h and a towing distance of 
90 miles/150 km; otherwise, the automatic 
transmission may be damaged.
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