Checking Engine Oil Level
Checking engine oil level
1. Press the MENU button to open the start menu.
2. Move the controller toward "Car Data".
3. Select "oil" icon and press the controller.
4. The oil level is displayed
5. Turn the controller to exit the list.
POSSIBLE DISPLAYS
- "Update of engine oil level in process".
- "Engine oil level O.K.".
- "Oil level at minimum! Add 1 quart engine oil": add a maximum 1 quart/ 1 liter of engine oil at the earliest opportunity.
- "Oil level under min.! Add 1 quart engine oil": add a maximum of 1 quart/ 1 liter of engine oil at the earliest opportunity.
- "Engine oil level too high".
Caution!! Have the vehicle checked immediately; otherwise, overfilled oil can lead to engine damage.
- "No measurement possible at this time".
NOTE: Only use approved BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil. If BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil is not available, you can add small quantities of other synthetic oils in between oil changes. Only use oils with API SH specification or higher.