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In the engine compartment

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The oil volume between the two marks on

the dipstick corresponds to approx.

1.1 quarts/1 liter. Do not fill beyond the

upper mark on the dipstick. Excess oil will

damage the engine.

Adding engine oil

While you should wait until the level has

dropped to just above the lower mark

before adding oil, you should never allow

the oil level to fall below this mark.

BMW engines are designed to oper-

ate without oil additives; the use of

additives could even lead to damage in

some cases. This also applies to manual

and automatic transmissions and to the dif-

ferential.<

Continuous exposure to used oil has

caused cancer in laboratory tests. For

this reason, thoroughly wash any areas of

skin that come into contact with oil using

soap and water.

Always store oils, grease and similar mate-

rials so that they are inaccessible to chil-

dren. Comply with warning labels and the

information on the containers.<

Comply with the applicable environ-

mental laws regulating the disposal of

used oil.<

Approved engine oils

The quality of the engine oil is extremely

important for the function and life of an

engine. Based on extensive testing, BMW

has approved certain grades of engine oil.

Use approved High Performance Synthetic

Oil.

If you are unable to obtain an approved

High Performance Synthetic Oil, you may

use small volumes of other synthetic oils for

topping up between oil changes. Use only

oils with the specification API SH or higher.

Ask your BMW center for details con-

cerning the specific High Perfor-

mance Synthetic Oil or synthetic oils that

have been approved.<

You can also call BMW of North America

toll-free at 1-800-831-1117 or visit this

website: www.bmwusa.com to obtain this

information.

Coolant

The yellow coolant indicator lamp

lights up:

The coolant level is too low: top up

as soon as possible.

Do not add coolant to the cooling sys-

tem when the engine is hot. If you do,

escaping coolant can cause burns.

Antifreeze and anti-corrosion agents are

hazardous to health. You should always

store them in their original containers and

in a location inaccessible to children.

Antifreeze and anti-corrosion agents are

flammable. For this reason, do not spill

them on hot engine parts. They could ignite

and cause burns. Comply with the instruc-

tions on the containers.<

Checking the coolant level

Correct coolant level when the engine is

cold, approx. 687/206:

1. Open the cap of the expansion tank by

turning it slightly counterclockwise to

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