Standard equipment: Series X6 - E71; X5M - F85; X6M - F86
Optional equipment: Series X5 - E70, F15, F16
NOTE: For capacities for rear axle differential, see Technical data.
General information about final-drive transmission oils
Final-drive and hypoid transmission oil must fulfil the following requirements for handling high loads as arise at the tooth flanks of the hypoid gear:
A brand-name hypoid transmission oil already possesses these and other characteristics thanks to its high concentration of EP agents (EP = Extreme Pressure).
Oil additives
All final drives are designed in such a way that there is absolutely no need to use oil additives. BMW is totally against the use of such additives. We will also accept no liability for any consequences resulting from the use of additives.
BMW X3 Owners Manual > Driving stability control systems: Dynamic Damping Control
The concept
This system reduces undesirable vehicle motion
when using a dynamic driving style or traveling
on uneven road surfaces.
The system enhances driving dynamics and
comfort fitting road surface and driving style.
Programs
The system offers several different programs.
Select the p ...