BMW X3 (F25) Service & Repair Manual
Service and Repair Manual for the second generation of BMW X3, a compact luxury crossover SUV produced by the German automaker BMW, Model code F25, Model years 2010 – 2017.
Service and repair manual for the BMW X3 (F25) is an essential resource for owners and mechanics, providing comprehensive guidance on maintaining and repairing the vehicle. This manual covers a wide range of topics, including routine maintenance procedures, detailed repair instructions, diagnostic troubleshooting, and component specifications.
Routine maintenance is crucial for the longevity and performance of the BMW X3. The service manual provides step-by-step instructions for regular tasks such as oil changes, brake inspections, tire rotations, and fluid level checks. It also includes schedules for these maintenance activities to ensure that they are performed at the appropriate intervals. By following the recommended maintenance guidelines, owners can prevent common issues and keep their vehicle running smoothly.
For more complex repairs, the manual offers detailed diagrams and instructions to help with the disassembly and reassembly of various components. Our articles includes troubleshooting charts to help diagnose problems based on specific symptoms, making it easier to identify and resolve issues efficiently. Overall, the service and repair manual for the BMW X3 (F25) is an invaluable tool for ensuring the vehicle remains in optimal condition.
Body and Frame
- General information on preservation measures
- Body cavity sealing
- Body corrosion protection
- Body repair instructions
- Support members
- Luggage compartment floor
- Wheel wells
- Side frame and door pillars
- Roof outer skin
- Dash cowl
- Front trim panel
- Rear trim panel
- Side panels
- Front side doors
- Rear side doors
- Front lid
- Rear lid
- Other flaps
- Body special tools
Brakes
- General information
- Handling brake fluids
- Brake testing and bleeding
- Front brakes
- Rear brakes
- Master brake cylinder
- Brake lines
- Brake booster
- Electrical components/wear indicator
- Parking brake
- Mechanical/hydraulic components
- Electronic components
- Brakes
- Front brake
- Pedal mounting block
- Brake pedal with linkage
- Clutch pedal with linkage
- Accelerator pedal actuation
- Pedals
Driveline+Axles
- Specified grease
- Propeller shaft, general
- Propeller shaft assembly
- Center console assembly
- Front propeller shaft
- Propeller shaft
- Propeller shaft complete
- Front axle repair instructions
- Front axle suspension
- Front sub-frame
- Struts with rubber mounts
- Wheel bearings and stub axle
- Spring strut
- Spring with suspension
- Stabilizer bar
- Front axle gearbox
- Output shaft
- Front axle
- General information on high temperature multi-purpose grease
- Rear axle repair instructions
- Final drive with cover
- Final drive mounting
- Output shafts
- Rear sub-frame
- Control arms and struts
- Axle mounting
- Wheel bearings
- Shock absorber
- With suspension
- Stabilizer bar
- Rear axle
- General information on final drive oil
- Approved final drive oils for front and rear axle final drives with and without limited slip or viscous coupling
- Final drive oil for bmw m1 motorsport coupe
- Operating fluids as of 11/2015
DTC
- Brake pad replacement reminder
- Emissions maintenance reminder
- Maintenance service reminder
- Tire pressure monitor system reminder
- SELF-DIAGNOSTICS DTCS
Electrical
- Description
- Troubleshooting
- Ignition wires, spark plugs
- Ignition coil
- Electronic switching or control units
- Preheating relay
- Preheater plugs
- Alternator with drive and mounting
- Controller
- Starter with mounting
- Starter lead
- Engine wiring loom
- Oil pressure/oil temperature/oil gauge
- Switches and relays
- Engine electrical system
HVAC
- Cabin air filter
- Cabin air filter applications
- Operating fluids - air conditioning and heating
- Air conditioner refrigerant
- Refrigeration oil
- Note, overview components climate control
- Heater with operation
- Auxiliary. heater with control elements
- Nozzles and outlets
- Microfilter
- Air conditioning, leak detection
- Ac housing/evaporator, switching elements
- Compressor
- Condenser and dryer with lines
- Heating and air conditioning
Suspension
- Front axle repair instructions
- Front axle suspension
- Front sub-frame
- Struts with rubber mounts
- Wheel bearings and stub axle
- Spring strut
- Spring with suspension
- Stabilizer bar
- Front axle gearbox
- Front axle
- General information on high temperature multi-purpose grease
- Integrated suspension systems repair instructions
- Front control and suspension elements
- Rear control and suspension elements
- Electrical components
- Electronic damping force adjustment
- Integrated suspension systems
- Approved hydraulic fluids
- Rear axle repair instructions
- Final drive
- Final drive with cover
- Final drive mounting
- Output shafts
- Rear sub-frame
- Control arms and struts
- Axle mounting
- Wheel bearings
- Shock absorber
- Springs with suspension
- Stabilizer bar
- Rear axle
- General information on final drive oil
- Approved final drive oils for front and rear axle final drives with and without limited slip or viscous coupling
- Final drive oil for bmw m1 motorsport coupe
- Operating fluids as of 11/2015
- Electronic chassis alignment
- Mechanical steering gear
- Steering gear with servo unit
- Steering arms, tie rods, steer. damper
- Steering column
- Steering wheel
- Steering wheel for airbag
- Pump and oil supply
- Steering and wheel alignment
- Wheels
- Disc wheels (rims)
- Tires
- Wheels with tires
- Tire mounting paste
Transmission
- Engine mounting
- Transmission suspension, automatic. transmission
- Engine and gearbox suspension
- Transmission in general
- Transmission case, oil sump
- Extension housing, bearings, seal
- Mechanical attachments
- Hydr/el control components/elements
- Oil pump
- Shift valves, parking lock
- Torque converter
- Automatic transmission
- Automatic transmission fluid for zf-transmission GA8HP45Z / GA8HP50Z / GA8HP70Z / GA8HP90Z / GA8P70H / GA8P75H / GA8HP75Z
- General information on automatic transmission fluids
- Approved automatic transmission fluids for initial fillings and correcting fluid levels
- Checking transmission fluid level
- Transmission fluid change intervals (if applicable)
- Transfer case, general
- Transfer box
- Transmission shafts
- Transfer box special tools
- Transfer box in general (atc 45l)
- Transmission in general
- Bearing in housing, sealing ring
Care
Vehicle features and options
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General information on preservation measures
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BMW X3 (F25) Service & Repair Manual > Driveline+Axles: General information on high temperature multi-purpose grease
1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION ON HIGH TEMPERATURE MULTI-PURPOSE
GREASE
High temperature multi-purpose grease consists of a lithium complex soap in a mineral oil product with a
selected combination of additives. Extremely fine soap is contained in the oil, and serves as the basic
ingredient.
This ...
