BMW X3 steering wheel vibration causes and diagnosis
Driving your BMW X3 with a shaking steering wheel is not only irritating, it can also be dangerous. Such vibrations are symptoms of an underlying problem with your X3, which …
BMW X3 bad ignition coils symptoms, causes, and diagnosis
The ignition coils are part of the ignition system in BMW X3, responsible for amplifying the relatively low battery voltage from 12V to a high voltage of tens of thousands …
BMW X3 bad spark plugs symptoms, causes, and diagnosis
The spark plugs in BMW X3 are responsible for generating sparks that ignites the air/fuel mixture in the combustion chambers of the engine. Driving your X3 with bad spark plugs …
BMW X3 bad O2 sensor symptoms, causes, and diagnosis
The O2 sensor in BMW X3 monitors the level of oxygen in the engine’s exhaust gases and reports the data to the control unit that continuously adjusts the air to …
BMW X3 clogged catalytic converter symptoms, causes, and diagnosis
The catalytic converter is part of the exhaust system in BMW X3 and its main purpose is to convert exhaust gases like carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons that are harmful to …
BMW X3 bad mass air flow sensor (MAF) symptoms and causes
The mass air flow sensor or MAF sensor is part of the intake system in BMW X3 responsible for measuring the amount of air entering the engine. Driving your X3 …
BMW X3 slow acceleration causes and how to fix it
Driving your BMW X3 with engine hesitation or slow acceleration is not only infuriating, it can also be dangerous when overtaking or when crossing an intersection. Sluggish acceleration is a …
BMW X3 makes humming noise at high speeds – causes and how to fix it
Driving your BMW X3 at highway or freeway speeds with humming noise is not only irritating, it can also be dangerous. Humming noise is a symptom of an underlying problem …
BMW X3 shakes at highway speeds – causes and how to fix it
Driving your BMW X3 at highway or freeway speeds with cabin vibration or wobbling steering wheel is not only irritating, it can also be dangerous. Such vibrations are symptoms of …
BMW X3 horn not working – causes and how to fix it
The horn is an important safety feature in your BMW X3. Driving your vehicle with a broken horn can be dangerous for you and others on the road. If the …
Wireless Android Auto on BMW X3, how to connect
BMW X3 supports Android Auto that lets you access your Android apps like YouTube Music, Google Maps, Waze and Spotify through the infotainment screen of your vehicle. You can also …
BMW X3 windshield washer not working – causes and how to fix it
A functioning windshield washer always ensures a clear view when driving. If no fluid comes out of the nozzles when you switch on the washer on your BMW X3, it …
Wireless Apple CarPlay on BMW X3, how to connect
BMW X3 supports Apple CarPlay that lets you access your iPhone apps like iTunes, Google Maps, Waze and Spotify through the touch-screen of your vehicle. You can also make phone …
BMW X3 AC not working – causes and how to fix it
The air conditioning is a blessing, especially in hot temperatures. Do you still sweat while driving your BMW X3? Your air conditioning system no longer cools properly? This can have …
How to use the BMW Drive Recorder
Since summer 2019, BMW offers a factory dash cam: the optional BMW Drive Recorder uses the cameras already installed in the vehicle and enables certain situations to be saved permanently. …
BMW X3 won’t start – causes and how to fix it
BMW X3 is a reliable road companion, but its a machine with hundreds of interconnected parts, and like any other machine it sometimes fail to deliver normal operation. In this …
How to disable Auto Start-Stop on BMW X3
All BMW X3 models are equipped with Auto Start-Stop feature as standard, which is designed to reduce CO2 emissions and improve fuel economy. The idea behind the start-stop system is …
How to turn off Stability Control on BMW X3
Every BMW is equipped with Dynamic Stability Control, a system that automatically intervenes in oversteer and understeer situations to help stabilize the car and get it back on the drivers …
How to enable/disable child safety locks on BMW X3
Child locks in the BMW X3 are locking devices that prevent the rear doors from being opened from the inside. The child safety device consists of a small switch on …
Three ways to adjust volume on BMW X3
There are three ways to adjust the volume on your BMW X3. Buttons on steering wheel Press the volume control + or – keys on the multifunction steering wheel to …
How to operate front and rear wipers on BMW X3
The wipers on your BMW X3 can be controlled by the right steering wheel stalk. Normal speed wiping To activate the wipers at normal speed, press up on the stalk …
How to auto fold side mirrors on BMW X3
If equipped and enabled in settings the side mirrors on your BMW X3 will fold in automatically when the vehicle is locked. This helps protect the mirrors from damage. You …
How to remove cargo cover on BMW X3
All BMW X3 vehicles comes equipped with removable cargo cover which is a convenient way to shield luggage packages or other items from view. The cover can also be removed …
How to use Gesture Controls on BMW X3
BMW’s optional Gesture Control feature on BMW X3 enables especially convenient operation of selected iDrive functions. With this feature you can operate your touch display without touching it. You just …
How to use tie-down rails on BMW X3
The X3 comes standard with four fixed tie-down points in the cargo area, that can be used to help better secure cargo so that it doesn’t slide around. The front …