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Indicator and warning lamps

Technology that monitors itself

Many of the systems of your BMW mon-

itor themselves automatically, both dur-

ing engine starts and while you are driv-

ing. Indicator and warning lamps that

are identified by "

●

" are tested for

proper functioning whenever the igni-

tion key is turned. They each light up

once for different periods of time.

If a fault should occur in one of these

systems, the corresponding lamp does

not go out after the engine is started or

it lights up while the vehicle is moving.

You will see how to react to this below.

Red: Stop immediately

Battery charge current

●

The battery is no longer being

charged. There is a malfunction

of the alternator ribbed V-belt or in the

charging circuit of the alternator. Please

contact the nearest BMW center.

If the ribbed V-belt is defective, do

not continue driving. The engine

could be damaged due to overheating.

If the ribbed V-belt is defective, in-

creased steering effort is also re-

quired.

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Engine oil pressure

●

Stop vehicle and switch off en-

gine immediately. Check level of

oil in engine, top up as required. If oil

level is correct: Please contact the

nearest BMW center.

Do not continue driving. The en-

gine could be damaged because

of inadequate lubrication.

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Tire Pressure Control (RDC)* ●

In addition, there is an acousti-

cal warning signal: A tire failure

has occurred. Reduce vehicle speed

immediately and stop the vehicle. Avoid

hard brake applications. Do not over-

steer.

For additional information: Refer to

page 82.

Brake hydraulic system ●

If the lamp comes on when the

parking brake is not engaged:

Check the brake fluid level. Before driv-

ing further, be sure to read the notes on

pages 109 and 127.

Brake-warning lamp for Cana-

dian models.

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