Supplementary text messages

You can call up more information, e.g., on the cause of a malfunction and on how to respond, via Check Control.

In urgent cases, this information will be shown as soon as the corresponding lamp comes on.

    See also:

    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 the middle or in the lef ...

    Roadside Assistance
    At a glance BMW Roadside Assistance can be contacted if assistance is needed in the event of a breakdown. Roadside Assistance can also be contacted via a Check Control message Start Roadside As ...

    Radio ready state
    Activate radio ready state: ▷ When the ignition is switched off: press ON/ OFF button on the radio. ▷ When the engine is running: press START/ STOP button. Some electronic systems/p ...