BMW 2005 X3 2.5i SAV Manual Do Proprietário

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Pulsation at the brake pedal combined with 
sounds from the hydraulic circuits indicates to 
the driver that ABS is in its active mode. 

While driving in wet conditions and in heavy 
rain, it is a good idea to apply light pressure to 
the brake pedal every few miles. Watch traffic 
conditions to ensure that this maneuver does 
not endanger other road users. The heat which 
is generated by the brake applications helps to 
dry the brake pads and rotors. The full braking 
force will then be available when you need it. 

To prevent overheating and reduced effi-
ciency of the brake system, drive long or 

steep downhill gradients in the gear in which 
the least braking is required. Otherwise, even 
light but consistent pedal pressure can lead to 
high temperatures, brake wear and possibly 
even brake failure.

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You can further enhance the engine's braking 
effect by selecting a lower gear in the automatic 
transmission's manual mode, downshifting as 
far as first gear on extremely steep stretches, 
refer to page

. This strategy helps you avoid 

placing excessive loads on the brake system. 
During slower downhill driving, use the HDC Hill 
Descent Control, refer to page

Never drive with the clutch engaged, the 
transmission in Neutral or with the engine 

switched off, as otherwise there is no engine 
braking when the transmission is in neutral, and 
no power-assist for brakes and steering with 
the engine switched off. 
Never allow floor mats, carpets or other objects 
to protrude into the area around the brake or 
accelerator pedals and obstruct their move-
ment.

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When the vehicle is driven only occasionally, 
during extended periods when the vehicle is not 
used at all, and in operating conditions where 
brake applications are less frequent, there is an 
increased tendency for corrosion to form on 
rotors, while contaminants accumulate on the 
brake pads. This occurs because the minimal 
pressure which must be exerted by the pads 
during brake applications to clean the rotors is 
not reached. 
Should corrosion form on the brake rotors, the 
brakes will tend to respond with a pulsating 
effect that even extended application will fail to 
cure. 

To avoid loading the tires beyond their 
approved carrying capacity, never over-

load the vehicle. Overloading can lead to over-
heating and increases the rate at which damage 
develops inside the tires. The ultimate result 
can assume the form of a sudden air loss.

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1.

Locate the following statement on your 
vehicle's placard

:

The combined weight of occupants 
and cargo should never exceed 

XXX Ibs. or YYY kg, as otherwise the vehicle 
may be damaged and unstable driving con-
ditions may result.

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2.

Determine the combined weight of the 
driver and passengers that will be riding in 
your vehicle.

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