For X3 xDrive28i: Oil levelcheck

BMW X3 / BMW X3 iDrive Owners Manual / Mobility / Engine oil / For X3 xDrive28i: Oil levelcheck

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. Possible messages "Engine oil level"

Possible messages

► "Engine oil level OK"
► "Engine oil at minimum. Add 1 quart of engine oil "

When the display appears in the instrument cluster, add 1 US quart/liter of oil within the next 125 miles/200 km.

► "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.
► 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. 4. "Start measurement" "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:

    Start/Stop button
    Pressing the Start/Stop button switches radio readiness or the ignition on or off. Manual transmission: if you press the Start/Stop button and depress the clutch, the engine starts. Automatic ...

    Vehicle equipment
    This Owner's Manual describes all models and all standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series. Therefore, in this Owner's Manual, equipment is also desc ...

    General information
    Do not adjust while driving Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving; otherwise, an unexpected movement could result in an accident. ...