1st Time Bmw Owner - Bmw's are so complex

daniel 01nor

New member
Hi guys, like I said i am new to Bmw's in general and I have found out they are a lot more complex then my Fortuner, for instance just the Keys, you can't just put in a new Battery you need new one's cut and programmed and they charge in the ignition...... So I have some questions around the X3

1: What is the Actual fuel consumption of the X3 Urban / Combined /Open road
2:Will the Cats and DPF be congested after 98000KM
3: is it worth it to remove(Cats/ DPF) what are the pro's and cons
4:The X-drive system how can i check for failures / have it serviced perhaps at ZF (R2000)
5: Software updates - Bmw is full of stories I just want to make sure i have the newest software for my Tranny and Ecu sorted
6:Where is proper BMW technician in PTA / or a good Dealer that takes pride in their work
7:Who is a reputable Tuner maybe to remap the Ecu and do the downpipe and exhuast - will this give me better consumption? Can the mapping be set not for just more power but fuel effeciency as well?
8:What Tyres / Brands are approved by BMW
9: What Tyres can I fit for a bigger sidewall / More ground clearance ( i do a lot of gravel travel) . I currenlty have 18" narrow and wide. so maybe 17" but what size dimensions - NOT to mess up the X-drive system

These are just some of my questions - there is currently 80000 members with knowledge please share it with me cause currenlty i have a lot questions and Dealers just want money to sort me out there must be a better way i believe. thanks guys for any info you can give me
 

Cerberus

New member
Hi Daniel,

Welcome to the forum :thumbs: why not post some pictures of your new ride! With a little research I'm sure many of your questions can be answered in many of the existing threads! Don't hesitate to use the search bar!

Oh and do start your search in the X Fanatics subforum, this will put you in touch with other owners and X-gurus! :

http://www.bmwfanatics.co.za/forumdisplay.php?fid=25

There is also a running fame and shame list of dealerships so take a look here:

http://www.bmwfanatics.co.za/showthread.php?tid=23288

Hope this sets you rolling! :idea:

Get involved and you'll be sorted in no time :thumbs:
 

Rooi_Willie

///Member
Welcome Mr. Van Rooyen!

Join die X-Fanatics sub-forum waar jou bra's sal uithang :rollsmile:

En sit `n paar foto's op anders gaan hulle jou mal maak :rollsmile:
 

daniel 01nor

New member
Thanks Guys,:thumbs:

I have done some extensive reading on the forum. And have found some answers and some questions are still unaswered. but I am sifting through the posts, :fencelook:
 

Philip Foglar

///Member
Welcome to the forum!! :thumbs:

Yep, BMW's are somewhat complicated in many regards! But at the same time, they do reward on a different level too!

I reckon there are many here that will be able to help and give you advice etc!
 
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