GENERAL INFORMATION Commonly Used Abbreviations * PLEASE READ THIS FIRST * "A" A Amperes ABS Anti-Lock Brakes ABRS Air Bag Restraint System AC Alternating Current A/C Air Conditioning ACCS A/C Cycling Switch ACCUM Accumulator ACCY Accessory ACT NOTE: This article is intended for general information purposes only. This information may not apply to all makes and models. Not all abbreviations are covered as manufacturers add new ones every day. 2010 BMW X6 M GENERAL INFORMATION Commonly Used Abbreviations
Air Charge Temperature Sensor ADJ Adjust or Adjustable ADV Advance AFS Airflow Sensor AI Air Injection AIR or A.I.R. Air Injection Reactor AIS Air Injection System Alt. Alternator or Altitude Amp./amp/amps Ampere ASCS Air Suction Control Solenoid ASD Auto Shutdown ASDM Air Bag System Diagnostic Module 2010 BMW X6 M GENERAL INFORMATION Commonly Used Abbreviations
ASV Air Suction Valve A/T Automatic Transmission/Transaxle ATC Automatic Temperature Control ATDC After Top Dead Center ATF Automatic Transmission Fluid ATS Air Temperature Sensor Aux. Auxiliary Avg. Average AXOD Automatic Transaxle Overdrive (Ford Models Only) "B" BAC By-Pass Air Control BAP Barometric Absolute Pressure Sensor 2010 BMW X6 M GENERAL INFORMATION Commonly Used Abbreviations
BARO Barometric Batt. Battery Bbl. Barrel (Example: 4-Bbl.) BCM Body Control Module BHP Brake Horsepower BMAP Barometric and Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor BOO Brake On-Off Switch B/P Backpressure BPS Barometric Pressure Sensor BPT Backpressure Transducer BTDC Before Top Dead Center BTSI 2010 BMW X6 M GENERAL INFORMATION Commonly Used Abbreviations
Brake Transmission Shift Interlock BTU British Thermal Unit BVSV Bimetallic Vacuum Switching Valve "C" ° C Celsius (Degrees) Calif. California CANP Canister Purge CARB California Air Resources Board CAT Catalytic Converter CB Circuit Breaker CBD Closed Bowl Distributor cc cubic centimeter CCC 2010 BMW X6 M GENERAL INFORMATION Commonly Used Abbreviations
Close Coupled Catalyst CCC Computer Command Control CCD Computer Controlled Dwell CCOT Cycling Clutch Orifice Tube CCW Counterclockwise CDI Capacitor Discharge Ignition CEC Computerized Engine Control CID Cubic Inch Displacement cm Centimeter CMP Camshaft Position Sensor CO Carbon Monoxide CO 2 Carbon Dioxide 2010 BMW X6 M GENERAL INFORMATION Commonly Used Abbreviations
Cont. Continued CONV Convertible CP Canister Purge CKP Crankshaft Position Sensor CTS Coolant Temperature Sensor Cu. In. Cubic Inch CVC Constant Vacuum Control CV Check Valve or Constant Velocity CW Clockwise CYL or Cyl. Cylinder C 3 I Computer Controlled Coil Ignition C 4 2010 BMW X6 M GENERAL INFORMATION Commonly Used Abbreviations
Computer Controlled Catalytic Converter "D" "D" Drive DC Direct Current Or Discharge DDD Dual Diaphragm Distributor Def. Defrost Defog. Defogger DERM Diagnostic Energy Reserve Module DFI Digital Fuel Injection Diag. Diagnostic DTC Diagnostic Trouble Code DIC Driver Information Center DIS 2010 BMW X6 M GENERAL INFORMATION Commonly Used Abbreviations
Distributorless Ignition System DIST Distribution DLC Data Link Connector DOC Diesel Oxidation Catalyst DOHC Double Overhead Cam DOT Department of Transportation DPF Diesel Particulate Filter DRB-II Diagnostic Readout Box DVOM Digital Volt-Ohmmeter "E" EACV Electric Air Control Valve EATX Electronic Automatic Transaxle EBCM 2010 BMW X6 M GENERAL INFORMATION Commonly Used Abbreviations
The 2012 BMW X6 (E71) Service & Repair Manual offers detailed technical information for maintaining and repairing this crossover SUV. Covering all major systems and components, it includes troubleshooting guides, maintenance schedules, torque specifications, and step-by-step instructions for repairs. Whether you’re a DIY enthusiast or a professional technician, this manual delivers the precision and detail needed for reliable servicing.
This OEM-level manual includes wiring diagrams, diagnostic procedures, and factory specifications tailored to the 2012 BMW X6. It covers everything from routine maintenance tasks to more complex repairs involving the engine, transmission, suspension, or electrical systems. Each section is designed to ensure accurate and efficient work.
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