03-06-2014, 01:40 PM | #1 |
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2-wk driving feelings
Got my X3 2-3 wks ago, like its power and acceleration on hwys...but have some small issues/questions:
1) as mentioned in the previous reply to a thread, the "HiFi" sound really dissapoint me; 2) slight "squeaking" noise from the mid-pillar; 3) feel vibrating from the steering wheel when it's around 50-60 km/h under light acceleration...feel like engine/transmission doesn't know where to go...it's struggling? I didn't feel it during test drive. 4) its around 11.5 L/100 Km (never reset it since pickup) about 40/60 hwy/local. Is it normal? It's my first BMW, maybe I'm too sensitive, or something really wrong? |
03-06-2014, 02:04 PM | #2 |
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I am sorry you are having issues with your X3. I was not entirely happy with mine for perhaps 3 months when I bought it.
I am surprised that your HiFi isn't good. I think I have the standard business HiFi and I am really impressed by the sound quality. I did adjust bass and balance for my ears and I love it! I am sure the squeaking noise is a simple fix. Are you driving in 'comfort' mode, because the system will drop you to as low a gear as it can in order to save fuel. This can have the effect of feeling like the engine is laboring and it can be felt through the steering wheel. I am used to this on my car now, but if I want the engine to respond quicker, I flip the shift into sport mode and this normally puts it in a higher gear and lifts the revs. Not sure about the economy? Mine is a diesel! Hope you can resolve your problems and start to enjoy your car! I love mine now from a point where I was ready to sell it! |
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03-06-2014, 06:08 PM | #4 | |
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Get the dealer to look the squeak, maybe its a easy fix. Its a BMW, you are suppose to feel the road. Don't even look at the gas mileage computer before 5000 miles, 10000 km, as your car is still breaking in as far as gas mileage wise. |
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03-07-2014, 10:54 AM | #6 |
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I don't quite remember the packaging on 2014 X3 28i Canadian Spec.. but on 2013.. the base stereo is a 5 speaker.. and would require the Executive Package to get the 676 HiFi. Much better.. but not great. US Spec gets 676 standard.
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03-07-2014, 12:34 PM | #7 | |
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-have called the dealer...gonna get them to look at the squeaking next Mon. -I turely don't think it's the feeling of road...just want to know whether vibration at 50-60km/h at light acceleration is normal for all? if it is, I guess I have to live with it, or always put it in sport. -it jumps to 11.6L/100km today. I'll keep monitoring it...it may be due to harsh winter here....ya, kinda start feeling Spring today |
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03-07-2014, 12:39 PM | #8 | |
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So you are saying that if you put the car in sport mode and cruise at 60km/h, the problem goes away? |
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03-09-2014, 07:48 PM | #9 | |
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HiFi speaker system, digital amplifier with vehicle-specific equalizing, 205 W amplifier power, multi-channel. 12 loudspeakers: - 1 centre tweeter in the instrument panel - 1 centre midrange speaker in the instrument panel - 2 tweeters in the front door trims - 2 midrange speakers in the front door trims - 2 central bass speakers underneath the front seats - 2 tweeters in the rear door trims - 2 midrange speakers in the rear door trims I couldn't find Equalizer settings, though they said "digital amplifier with vehicle-specific equalizing". I can only adjust treble,bass,balance,and fader. |
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03-10-2014, 09:05 AM | #10 |
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This is the HK audio upgrade option in the US: Harman Kardon Surround Sound Audio system with vehicle-specific equalizing and powerful 600-watt amplifier; 16-speaker system includes 6 tweeters, 4 midrange speakers located in the door panels and 2 midrange speakers located under the rear shelf space, 2 bass speakers under front seats, 1 midrange center channel speaker and 1 tweeter located in the instrument cluster.
I believe your setup is standard in the US version of the F10. |
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03-10-2014, 01:59 PM | #11 |
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The audio in the Canadian X3 28i isn't good. Apparently MY2015 gets Harmon Kardon as an option. While the audio isn't in the same league as my wife's 2014 Kia, thanks to the Executive package the audio is way better than my mom's 2006 Mazda 3. I'll take that as a win.
Did you solve the vibration at 50-60 km/h? I haven't experienced that on my car. Perhaps you have a wheel out of balance, or ice/snow/mud packed inside a wheel. |
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03-10-2014, 10:26 PM | #13 |
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wrt. vibration, I got the dealer check it today. here is the "result":
Cause: Normal characteristic of the four cylinder engine. Correction: Road test. verified complaint. slight vibration in body at 1500 rpm. checked all mounts. ok. compared to another X3 28i. found vehicle had same vibration as well. normal operation. and is a characteristic of the four cylinder engine. DO YOU BELIEVE IT? anyone driving X3 28i has the same experience? |
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03-20-2014, 07:34 AM | #14 | |
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03-20-2014, 01:21 PM | #15 |
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I have a 2013 BMW X3 and it doesn't vibrate when I drive but when I first start it, it vibrates a little. It shouldn't be normal, try going to a different dealership or complain to the GM of the dealership. The mileage is normal like what a couple people have said, don't look at it for the first 5000 miles. Mine has horrible city mpg but has amazing highway mpg. Mine has 14 mpg average ( 16.8 L/100km ) with 90 percent city but I also have a very heavy foot. On the highway I get average of 29 mpg ( 8.11 L/ 100Km ). Hope things get sorted.
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03-24-2014, 04:05 PM | #16 | |
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Gas mileage, 2800km, 20.6mpg city (70%) 26mpg autobahn--currently stationed in Germany, but US service member. For the issues you describe, continue to bug the dealer--go to the GM. In the US there are lemon laws and the vibration lowers the value which is one of the reasons for buy back if uncorrected Ride comfort on trips is good. One poster suggested that comfort selects lowest possible rpm in comfort mode, I've experienced in Eco mode but no vibration
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03-25-2014, 12:25 PM | #17 | |
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I'm currently dealing with them on the creaking issue. the dealer has identified the noise from rear doors, and tried to apply a type of lubricant. but the noise came back after two days. Now, they are going to replace the seal strips on the rear doors. wrt. vibration, I'm going to try other dealers and also complain to BMW canada in the near future. do it one by one...as it takes a lot of time and I have kids to take care of |
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03-26-2014, 03:01 PM | #18 | |
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I seems like not everyone is having vibration problem. I am going to take it to another dealer next week and see what happens. I am surprised they were able to prove me that it is a characteristic in all X3's. I will post the results next week. |
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03-26-2014, 09:58 PM | #19 |
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Make sure all 4 tires are properly inflated. At least that they match side to side. I've been told that X-Drive is critical of tire diameter or it may compensate by brief single wheel braking causing the vibration issue. Sounds far fetched but it helped mine a lot.
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QUOTE=drivesmooth;15671623]I seems like not everyone is having vibration problem. I am going to take it to another dealer next week and see what happens. I am surprised they were able to prove me that it is a characteristic in all X3's. I will post the results next week.[/QUOTE]
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Yesterday's results on creaking noise repair: the dealer didn't replace the strips, as they found the lubricant previously applied had evaporated. So they applied CARBFLO, THIS TIME ON ALL FOUR DOORS. It looked greasy, and the dealer explained it would be absorbed. The noise has gone. It's the second day...keep my fingers crossed. |
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03-27-2014, 01:37 PM | #21 | |
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04-01-2014, 11:13 AM | #22 | |
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took the care to another dealer; same result; characteristic of the vehicle!!!
given up all hopes and just use the sport mode for local driving Quote:
Good suggestion. I'll talk to my local dealer. Yesterday's results on creaking noise repair: the dealer didn't replace the strips, as they found the lubricant previously applied had evaporated. So they applied CARBFLO, THIS TIME ON ALL FOUR DOORS. It looked greasy, and the dealer explained it would be absorbed. The noise has gone. It's the second day...keep my fingers crossed.[/QUOTE] |
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