For 520i and 528i: 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:
Towing other vehicles
General information
Light towing vehicle
Your vehicle must not be lighter than the
vehicle being towed; otherwise, it will not be
possible to control vehicle response.
Attaching the tow bar/t ...
Units of measure
Setting the units of measure
To set the units for fuel consumption, route/distance,
temperature, and pressure:
1. "Settings"
2. "Language/Units"
Language/Units
3. Select t ...
Disposing of old batteries
Have old batteries disposed of by your
service center or bring them to a recycling
center.
Maintain the battery in an upright position for
transport and storage. Secure the battery so
that ...