How to turn on Roadside Parking Lamps on BMW X3

When your vehicle is parked on the side of the road, a one-sided roadside parking lamp can be switched on to help make it more visible to traffic.

BMW X3 Third Generation G01 – (photo by BMW)

Note: Do not use the parking lamps for extended periods; otherwise, the battery may become discharged and it would then be impossible to start the engine.


To turn on the roadside parking lamp, push the appropriate button located on the right of the headlight controls.

Roadside parking lamp buttons on BMW X3, Third generation G01

Once activated, it will be indicated in the instrument cluster. It is recommended not to use parking lights for extended periods, otherwise they might drain the battery.

The roadside parking lamp will automatically turn off the next time you start your vehicle.

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