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Indicator and warning lamps

Technology

that monitors itself

Many of the systems of your BMW

monitor themselves automatically, both

during engine starts and while you are

driving. 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 drive belt or in the

charging circuit of the alternator. Please

contact the nearest BMW center.

If the drive belt is defective, do not

continue driving. The engine could

be damaged due to overheating. If the

V-belt is defective, increased steering

effort is also required.

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Engine oil pressure

●

Stop vehicle immediately and

switch off engine. Check the

engine oil level and top up as required.

If the oil level is correct: please contact

the nearest BMW center.

Do not continue driving, other-

wise, the engine could be

damaged because of inadequate lubri-

cation.

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Tire Pressure Warning (RDW)

In addition, an acoustic signal is

sounded: a flat tire has

occurred. To come to an immediate

stop, reduce speed, while avoiding any

sudden, jerky braking or steering

maneuvers.

For additional information, refer to

page 78.

Brake hydraulic system

●

If the lamp comes on when the

parking brake is not engaged:

Check the brake fluid level. Before

driving further, be sure to read the addi-

tional information on pages 107

and 126.

Brake lamp for Canadian

models.

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