2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8)
0–0.2 %0–0.2 %0–0.2 %
2.5 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 189 HP engine (2004.1–2006.8)
0.2 %0.2 %0.2 %
expand_moreIncreased idling speed
2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8)
2300–2700 rpm2300–2700 rpm2300–2700 rpm
2.5 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 189 HP engine (2004.1–2006.8)
2500–3000 rpm2500–3000 rpm2500–3000 rpm
Lambda sensor design
wideband sensor
Lambda value
0.97–1.03 λ0.97–1.03 λ0.97–1.03 λ
expand_moreMaximum HC content at idling
2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8)
150 ppm150 ppm150 ppm
2.5 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 189 HP engine (2004.1–2006.8)
100 ppm100 ppm100 ppm
Test speed for lambda sensor signal
600–850 rpm600–850 rpm600–850 rpm
To reduce environment impact and pass government inspections keep emission parameters at the level prescribed by BMW.
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2005 BMW X3 user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.
Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and BMW warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.
DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow BMW X3 service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.
Doing basic service for your 2005 BMW X3 you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.