Check oil level
The concept
The oil level is monitored electronically during driving and shown on the Control Display.
If the oil level reaches the minimum level, a check control message is displayed.
Displaying the oil level
1. "Vehicle Info".
2. "Vehicle status".
3.
"Engine oil level"
Possible messages
▷ "Engine oil level OK".
▷ "Engine oil at minimum. Add 1 quart of engine oil!".
Within the next 125 miles/200 km, a maximum of 1 US quart/liter oil.
▷ "Engine oil level below minimum. Add 1 quart!".
Immediately add 1 US quart/liter of oil.
Detailed measurement
Requirements:
▷ Vehicle is on a level road and the engine is running at operating temperature.
▷ Manual transmission: Shift lever in neutral position clutch and gas pedal not depressed.
▷ Automatic transmission: Selector lever in transmission position N or P and gas pedal not depressed.
In order to perform a detailed measurement of the engine oil level:
1. "Vehicle Info".
2. "Vehicle status".
3.
"Measure engine oil level".
4. "Start measurement"
The oil level is checked and displayed via a scale.
During the detailed measurement, the idle speed is increased somewhat.
Duration: approx. 1 minute.
See also:
Operating principle
With the ignition at radio readiness or beyond, , the following message is displayed
on the Control Display:
To hide the message: Press the controller.
The main menu is displayed.
The message i ...
Have maintenance carried out
Have vehicles maintained regularly to achieve
optimal vehicle economy and operating life.
Have the maintenance carried out by your service
center.
Please also note the BMW Maintenance System ...
Warning triangle
Warning triangle
The warning triangle is located on the inside of
the trunk lid.
To remove, loosen the bracket. ...
