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Winter Driving Tips and Tricks

 

Tips & Tricks:

Problem: Door Locks Freezing
Reason: Frigid, cold weather can cause your BMW's door locks to freeze.
Solution: Applying WD-40 will prevent your door locks from freezing up.


Problem: Low Battery or BMW Vehicle is Not Starting
Reason: When temperatures drop close to -20 °C, extreme cold weather can cause your BMW's battery to drain. It is very common for city drivers to have infrequent driving patterns, and as a result are not driving long enough to let their BMW's battery to charge.
Solution: A trickle or battery charger will help extend the life of your battery and help your BMW start on extremely cold winter days.

We also offer an BMW AVR Test to test the condition of your battery, Click to Learn More.


Problem: Keep All Fluids Topped Up
Reason: Engine coolant serves two purposes - to shield your vehicle from overheating and to protect your engine block from freezing.
Solution: Make sure to check that the transmission, brake, power steering, and windshield washer fluids and coolants are filled to proper levels.

 

Frequently Asked Questions:

 

How often do I need to check my oil level?

BMW high-performance turbocharged V engines (V8/V12) have large displacements and can consume larger quantities of engine oil compared to smaller engines within the BMW model line. All engines normally consume a certain amount of engine oil. This is necessary to properly lubricate the cylinder walls, pistons, piston rings, valves, and turbocharger(s). Engines that are fitted with a turbocharger(s) will consume more engine oil than naturally aspirated engines (non-turbocharged engines).


There's a snowflake warning light on my dashboard. What does this mean?

This is casued by ice build-up in the wheels or vibrations in the steering wheel. If enough snow or ice accumulates on the inside of the wheels, the balance will be off and you may experience a vibration in the steering wheel.


My PDC (Park Distance Control) sensors are going off for no reason, why is this happening?

Reason: When the temperatures drop to below freezing, the PDC sensors will accumulate ice and then beep as if there is an obstruction.

Solution: If possible, keep the vehicle inside a garage for a short period of time to thaw.

 

 

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Selling price of a base model 2026 BMW X3 M50 xDrive starts at $81,683.95, which includes MSRP ($77,900), freight and PDI (up to $2,955), A/C levy ($100), OMVIC ($22), lender administration fee ($35) , Tire Recycling Fee ($20), PPSA ($56.95), and retailer administration fees (up to $595), less $1,500 credit. Licensing, registration, and applicable taxes are extra. Retailers are free to set their own prices.
*Lease offers with rates starting at 0.49% APR includes 1% sales event rate reduction, 1% loyalty rate reduction and 0.5% Protect and Save rate reduction** for 48 months available only through BMW Financial Services Canada on approved credit (OAC). Lease example based on a base model 2026 BMW X3 M50 xDrive: $80,092 at 0.49% APR for 48 months. Monthly payment is $798.11 with down payment or trade equivalent of $4,690. Includes MSRP ($77,900), freight and PDI (up to $2,955), A/C levy ($100), OMVIC ($22), Tire Recycling Fee ($20) , and retailer administration fees (up to $595), less $1,500 credit. Licensing, registration, and applicable taxes are extra and due on signing. Lender administration fee ($35), PPSA including third-party registering agent fee ($56.95), first month’s lease payment and security deposit of one month’s payment are due at lease inception. Total of 48 monthly payments required. Total obligation for the lease is: $43,091.07. The residual value of the vehicle at the end of the term is $39,729. Annual kilometres limited to 12,000; $0.15 per excess kilometre. Excess wear and tear charges may apply.
±Credits up to $1,500 on new in-stock 2026 BMW X3 M50 xDrive includes $1,500 delivery credit on new in-stock 2026 BMW X3 M50 xDrive models, excluding BMW M models. Applicable credits will be deducted from the negotiated selling price before applicable sales taxes. Conditions apply.
Loyalty rate reductions up to 1% for eligible BMW owners on new in-stock 2026 BMW X3 M50 xDrive models, excluding BMW M models. Lowest rate is 0% APR. For additional details on the loyalty program, please contact your BMW Retailer or visit bmw.ca/OffersForOwners.
**Protect and Save rate reduction of 0.5% is available on new in-stock 2026 BMW X3 M50 xDrive, excluding BMW M models, when you lease through BMW Financial Services on approved credit and purchase two eligible BMW Financial Services protection products. For additional details on Protect and Save eligible products, please contact your BMW Retailer.
Offer expires May 25, 2026. Delivery must be taken by May 25, 2026. Offer is subject to availability and may be cancelled or changed without notice. Certain conditions apply. See your local BMW Retailer or bmw.ca for full details.
©2026 BMW Canada Inc. “BMW”, the BMW logo, BMW model designations and all other BMW related marks, images and symbols are the exclusive properties and/or trademarks of BMW AG, used under licence.

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Selling price of a base model 2026 BMW X7 xDrive40i starts at $124,802.35, which includes MSRP ($116,900), freight and PDI (up to $2,955), A/C levy ($100), OMVIC ($22), lender administration fee ($35) , Tire Recycling Fee ($20), PPSA ($56.95), Luxury Tax ($4,118.40), and retailer administration fees (up to $595). Licensing, registration, and applicable taxes are extra. Retailers are free to set their own prices.

*Lease offers with rates starting at 0.49% APR includes 0.5% sales event rate reduction and 2% loyalty rate reduction†† for 48 months available only through BMW Financial Services Canada on approved credit (OAC). Lease example based on a base model 2026 BMW X7 xDrive40i: $124,710.40 at 0.49% APR for 48 months. Monthly payment is $1,408.09 with down payment or trade equivalent of $13,060. Includes MSRP ($116,900), freight and PDI (up to $2,955), A/C levy ($100), OMVIC ($22), Tire Recycling Fee ($20) , Luxury Tax ($4,118.40), and retailer administration fees (up to $595). Licensing, registration, and applicable taxes are extra and due on signing. Lender administration fee ($35), PPSA including third-party registering agent fee ($56.95), first month’s lease payment and security deposit of one month’s payment are due at lease inception. Total of 48 monthly payments required. Total obligation for the lease is: $80,740.32. The residual value of the vehicle at the end of the term is $45,591. Annual kilometres limited to 12,000; $0.30 per excess kilometre. Excess wear and tear charges may apply.

±Credits up to $10,000 on new in-stock 2026 BMW X7 xDrive40i includes $10,000 delivery credit on new in-stock 2026 BMW X7 xDrive40i models, excluding BMW M models. Applicable credits will be deducted from the negotiated selling price before applicable sales taxes. Conditions apply.

††Loyalty rate reductions up to 2% for eligible BMW owners on new in-stock 2026 BMW X7 xDrive40i models, excluding BMW M models. Lowest rate is 0% APR. For additional details on the loyalty program, please contact your BMW Retailer or visit bmw.ca/OffersForOwners.

Offer expires May 25, 2026. Delivery must be taken by May 25, 2026. Offer is subject to availability and may be cancelled or changed without notice. Certain conditions apply. See your local BMW Retailer or bmw.ca for full details.

©2026 BMW Canada Inc. “BMW”, the BMW logo, BMW model designations and all other BMW related marks, images and symbols are the exclusive properties and/or trademarks of BMW AG, used under licence.

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