BMW X3 Owners Manual: Connecting electrical devices
Hints
Do not connect charging devices to the 12 volt socket in the vehicle
Do not connect battery chargers to the factory- installed 12 volt sockets in the vehicle as this may damage the vehicle battery due to an increased power consumption.
Replace the cover after use
Reinsert the lighter or socket cover after use, otherwise objects may get into the lighter socket or fixture and cause a short circuit.
Sockets
General information The lighter socket can be used as a socket for electrical equipment while the engine is running or when the ignition is switched on.
Note The total load of all sockets must not exceed 140 watts at 12 volts.
Do not damage the socket by using unsuitable connectors.
Front center console
Slide the cover forward.
Remove the cover or cigarette lighter.
Center armrest
Remove the cover.
Rear center console
Remove the cover.
In the cargo area
The socket is located on the right side in the cargo area.
Ashtray/cigarette lighter
Ashtray
Opening
Slide the cover forward.
Emptying
Take out the insert.
Lighter
Danger of burns
Only hold the hot lighter by its knob; otherwi ...
USB interface for data
transfer
The concept
Connection for importing and exporting data
on USB devices, e.g.:
Personal Profile settings.
Music collection.
Importing Trips.
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Other materials:
BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Electronic switching or control units: Removing/replacing knock sensors (N52T)
IMPORTANT:
Aluminum-magnesium materials.
No steel screws/bolts may be used due to the threat of electrochemical corrosion.
A magnesium crankcase requires aluminum screws/bolts exclusively.
Aluminum screws/bolts must be replaced each time they are released .
Aluminum screws/bolts ...
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