BMW X3 Owners Manual: Breaking-in period
General information
Moving parts need time to adjust to one another (break-in time).
The following instructions will help accomplish a long vehicle life and good efficiency.
During break-in, do not use the Launch Control.
Engine, transmission, and axle drive
Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km Do not exceed the maximum engine and road speed:
- For gasoline engine 4,500 rpm and 100 mph/160 km/h.
- For diesel engine 3,500 rpm and 93 mph/150 km/h.
Avoid full load or kickdown under all circumstances.
From 1,200 miles/2,000 km The engine and vehicle speed can gradually be increased.
Tires
Tire traction is not optimal due to manufacturing circumstances when tires are brand-new; they achieve their full traction potential after a break-in time.
Drive conservatively for the first 200 miles/300 km.
Brake system
Brakes require an initial break-in period of approx.
300 miles/500 km to achieve optimal performance between brake discs and brake pads. Drive moderately during this break-in period.
Following part replacement
The same break-in procedures should be observed if any of the components above-mentioned have to be renewed in the course of the vehicle's operating life.
Things to remember when driving
Vehicle features and options
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Driving on poor roads
The vehicle connects four wheel drive to the
advantages of a normal truck
Do not drive on unpaved terrain
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BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Control arms and struts: Replacing a ball joint in lower steering stub/wheel carrier
Special tools required:
0 496 553
2 293 777
2 293 775
2 293 776
0 496 554
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Remove CAMBER ARM.
Remove TRAILING ARM.
Pull out ball joint:
Pull out ball joint with special tools 0 496 553, 2 293 777 , 2 293 775 and 0 496 553 in direction of travel ...
BMW X3 Owners Manual
BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual
