Your vehicle is technically configured for the operating conditions and registration requirements applying in the country of first delivery - homologation. If your vehicle is to be operated in a different country it might be necessary to adapt your vehicle to potentially differing operating conditions and permit requirements. If your vehicle does not comply with the homologation requirements in a certain country you cannot lodge warranty claims for your vehicle there. Further information can be obtained from your Service Centre.
Maintenance and repairs
Advanced technology, e.g., the use of modern materials and high-performance electronics, requires suitable maintenance and repair work.
Therefore, have this work performed only by a BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with appropriately trained personnel.
If work is not carried out properly, there is a danger of subsequent damage and related safety hazards.
BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Operating fluids as of 11/2015: Hypoid oils for final drive without disc-type limited-slip differential
Exception: E30/325iX differential with viscous self-locking differential.
Up to model year 07/2011:
As of model year 07/2011:
NOTE: The above oils satisfy the demands required of lifetime oils.
Oil change intervals are given in the vehicle-specific inspection sheets.
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