2013 BMW X3 Service and Repair Manual
2013 BMW X3 service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.
Designed for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and reference wiring diagrams and system sections quickly while you work.
What’s included
- Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
- Specifications and reference data (where provided)
- Wiring diagrams and electrical sections
- Powertrain, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC and more
Trims covered
- xDrive35i M Sport Sport Utility 4-Door
- xDrive28i Sport Utility 4-Door
- xDrive28i M Sport Sport Utility 4-Door
- xDrive35i Sport Utility 4-Door
Engines covered
- 3.0L 2979CC l6 GAS DOHC Turbocharged
- 2.0L 1997CC 122Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Turbocharged
- 3.0L 2996CC 183Cu. In. l6 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
Index / Table of contents
- Body
- Brakes
- Chassis Electrical
- Driveline
- Engine Cooling
- Engine Electrical
- Engine Mechanical
- Engine Performance & Emission Controls
- Fuel System
- General Information & Identification
- Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
- Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
- Steering
- Suspension
- Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
- Wiring Diagrams
BMW of North America LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 320i, 328i, 320i xDrive, and 328i xDrive sedans; model year 2014 328i xDrive Sports Wagons; model year 2012-2013 528i and 528i
A failure of the brake vacuum pump results in a reduction in braking power that could increase the r
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will modify the vehicles to prevent insufficient vacuum pump lub
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2011-2017, X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i and X3 xDrive35i, vehicles manufactured July 2, 2010 to April 14, 2016, 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d veh
Damaged lower anchor bars may increase the child's risk of injury in the event of a crash.
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will weld a reinforcing bracket to the lower anchor bars and the
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 X3 xDrive 28i/35i vehicles manufactured February 11, 2013, through February 27, 2013. Due to a production process error, the tear
In the event of a crash, the air bag could improperly deploy, thereby reducing the effectiveness of
BMW has notified owners and dealers will replace the instrument panel, free of charge. The recall b
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2013 BMW X3 xDrive28i, X3 xDrive35i, and M6 Convertible vehicles and 2013 M6 Coupe vehicles. The affected vehicles have a driver's frontal a
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator housi
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's front air bag module, free of charge.
Replace the drivers air bag module (generation 10, PSDI-X).
BMW AG is conducting a Voluntary Service Action involving certain Model Year 2010 2013 vehicles.This Service Action involves the replacement of the drivers air bag module.
Only fuel nozzles with the recommended specified diameter for diesel engine passenger vehicles can beinserted into the filler neck. Most fuel stations have their diesel fuel pumps fitted with this recommendeddiameter fuel nozzle. However, i
While driving the vehicle on normal roads at10mph and above, a "cracking" sound from the top of the B-pillar(s) is heard.
The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process over the last few years. This has led to increased demands being placed on the battery. This document covers important information for the dealer on ho
The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.
A noise can be heard from underneath the seat while the seat is being moved either forwards or backwards. This can occur to the drivers and/or the passengers front seat.
This situation can result in two customer complaints: 1. Wind noise 2. Excess water entry
Showing the 8 most recent of 69 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.
IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC ON THE INTERSTATE I WAS BRAKING AFTER MOVING FORWARD A FEW FEET AND THE ENGINE STARTED RACING CAUSING THE CAR TO LURCH FORWARD (GIVEN I WAS ON THE BRAKE) UNTIL THE BRAKE WOULD N
IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC ON THE INTERSTATE I WAS BRAKING AFTER MOVING FORWARD A FEW FEET AND THE ENGINE STARTED RACING CAUSING THE CAR TO LURCH FORWARD (GIVEN I WAS ON THE BRAKE) UNTIL THE BRAKE WOULD N
IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC ON THE INTERSTATE I WAS BRAKING AFTER MOVING FORWARD A FEW FEET AND THE ENGINE STARTED RACING CAUSING THE CAR TO LURCH FORWARD (GIVEN I WAS ON THE BRAKE) UNTIL THE BRAKE WOULD N
Showing the 3 most serious of 345 complaints filed with NHTSA.
