2016 BMW X3 Service and Repair Manual

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Covers all 2016 X3 trims — xDrive35i M Sport Sport Utility 4-Door, xDrive28i Sport Utility 4-Door, sDrive20i Sport Utility 4-Door +5 more ·
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2016 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
  • sDrive20i Sport Utility 4-Door
  • xDrive28i X Line Sport Utility 4-Door
  • sDrive28i Sport Utility 4-Door
  • xDrive35i X Line Sport Utility 4-Door
  • xDrive28d 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
  • 2.0L 1997CC 122Cu. In. l4 DIESEL DOHC Turbocharged

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
NHTSA #21V58600029/07/2021Component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2018 328d, 328d xDrive, X5 xDrive35d, 2014-2016 535d, 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, and 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d vehicles. The high-pressure

Consequence

Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the high-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were m

NHTSA #16V33300023/05/2016Component: CHILD SEAT:LATCH STRAP

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

Consequence

Damaged lower anchor bars may increase the child's risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will weld a reinforcing bracket to the lower anchor bars and the

NHTSA #21V90700019/11/2021Component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2013-2018 328d, 328d xDrive, 2014-2018 328d Sports Wagon, 328d xDrive Sports Wagon, 2014-2016 535d, 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, 2015-2017 X3 xD

Consequence

A melting intake manifold increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the EGR cooler and inspect the intake manifold, replacing it as necessary, free

TSB #11021799

The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Cooler limited warranty for defects in materials and / or workmanship has been extended to 25 years without mileage limit as determined from the original first in-service / delivery date.

TSB #10253326

While driving the vehicle on normal roads at10mph and above, a "cracking" sound from the top of the B-pillar(s) is heard.

TSB #10249016

With the vehicle is on a lift and the front struts are in the extended position, there may be a cracking and orclicking type noise when turning the steering wheel left/right. See attached video V31 01 24. The sound can reoccur when the vehi

TSB #10249027

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

TSB #10249437

The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met.

TSB #10249439

The vehicle demonstrates a power loss and the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on. The following fault codes may be stored in the DDE: 24CE00 Hot film air mass meter: Ratio of measured to calculated air mass too high 27F000 Charge air hose

TSB #10247574

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.

TSB #10245364

DIESEL FUEL INJECTORS: LTD WTY EXTENSION TO 10 YEARS/120,000 MILES

Showing the 8 most recent of 56 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20190306Component: ENGINECrash reported

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 BMW X3. WHEN PARKING THE VEHICLE, THE RPMS INCREASED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A TREE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLU

20171231Component: SERVICE BRAKESCrash reported

WHILE BRAKING TO SLOW THE VEHICLE TO A STOP BEHIND TRAFFIC AT A RED LIGHT, AFTER COMING OFF A HIGHWAY EXIT RAMP, THE BRAKES FAILED TO RESPOND TO ADDED PRESSURE APPLIED TO BRING THE VEHICLE TO A COMPLE

20171023Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported

2016 BMW X3 XDRIVE28 I I PULLED INTO A FRIEND'S DRIVEWAY AND APPLIED THE BRAKES APPROXIMATELY 2 FEET FROM THE CLOSED GARAGE DOOR. MY CAR "LEAPT " INTO THE SIDE OF THE HOUSE, THEN CAREENED INTO TH

Showing the 3 most serious of 116 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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