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Condition Value
expand_moreDiesel exhaust gas values
expand_moreCut-off control speed
2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2004.10–2010.12) 39004100 rpm
3.0 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2004.1–2008.8) 39004100 rpm
All other modifications 37004300 rpm
Diesel conditioning gas injections 5
Diesel conditioning speed 30003500 rpm
expand_moreMaximum K-value
expand_more2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2004.10–2010.12)
With PM catalytic converter 0.8 1/m
With particle filter 0.5 1/m
Without particle filter 1.5 1/m
expand_more3.0 sd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2006.9–2008.8)
With PM catalytic converter 0.8 1/m
With particle filter 0.5 1/m
All other modifications 0.5 1/m
Measuring mode B
Measuring sensor 1
Measuring time 0.5 s
Minimum coolant temperature at AU 176°F
expand_moreGeneral exhaust gas values
Diagnostic socket location The diagnostic socket is located on
the driver's side in the footwell
at the A column.
expand_moreIdling speed with automatic gearbox
2.0 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2004.10–2010.12) 650850 rpm
2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8) 600850 rpm
3.0 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2004.1–2008.8) 580780 rpm
3.0 sd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2006.9–2008.8) 580780 rpm
All other modifications 680880 rpm
expand_moreIdling speed with manual gearbox
2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8) 600850 rpm
2.5 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 189 HP engine (2004.1–2006.8) 700800 rpm
3.0 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2004.1–2008.8) 620820 rpm
3.0 sd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 282 HP at 4000 RPM, 560 N⋅m at 2000 RPM engine (2006.9–2008.8) 600800 rpm
All other modifications 730930 rpm
expand_moreMinimum engine oil temperature at VET
BMW gasoline straight-6 2.5 L M54 B25 (256S5) 189 HP 176°F
All other modifications 140°F
expand_morePetrol exhaust gas values
CO content at idling speed 00.2 %
expand_moreCO content at increased idling speed
2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8) 00.2 %
2.5 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 189 HP engine (2004.1–2006.8) 0.2 %
expand_moreIncreased idling speed
2.0 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.7–2008.8) 23002700 rpm
2.5 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 189 HP engine (2004.1–2006.8) 25003000 rpm
Lambda sensor design wideband sensor
Lambda value 0.971.03 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 ppm
2.5 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 189 HP engine (2004.1–2006.8) 100 ppm
Test speed for lambda sensor signal 600850 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 2006 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.

Conquer your fears and never give up!

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 2006 BMW X3 you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2006 BMW X3 generations

In 2006 BMW offered 2 generations of the X3. Emission may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

BMW X3 First generation model years

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