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. "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. "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:
Engine oil temperature
Engine oil temperature
▷ Cold engine: the pointer is at the low temperature
end. Drive at moderate engine and
vehicle speeds.
▷ Normal operating temperature: the pointer
is in th ...
Opening
► Press the switch to the
resistance
point.
The window opens while the switch is held.
► Press the switch beyond the
resistance
point.
The window opens automatically.
Pre ...
Status display
The current status of the Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM can be displayed on the Control Display,
e.g., whether or not the TPM is active.
1. "Vehicle Info"
2. "Vehicle status"
3. ...