The engine starts automatically under the following conditions:
When Automatic Hold is activated: press the accelerator pedal.
After the engine starts, accelerate as usual.
Safety mode After the engine switches off automatically, it will not start again automatically if any one of the following conditions are met.
Some indicator lights light up for a varied length of time.
The engine can only be started via the Start/ Stop button.
Functional limitations Even if driving off was not intended, the deactivated engine starts up automatically in the following situations:
BMW X3 Owners Manual > iDrive: Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes all standard, country-specific
and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The ...