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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 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 in the
following section.
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
drive belt is defective, increased steer-
ing effort is also required.
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Engine oil pressure
●
If the message "STOP! ENGINE
OIL PRESSURE" appears in the
Check Control: Stop the vehicle and
switch off the engine immediately.
Check the engine oil level; top up as re-
quired. If the 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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Brake hydraulic system
●
Have the brake fluid level
checked. Before continuing your
journey, be sure to read the notes on
pages 112 and 130.
The indicator lamp comes on together
with the "Check brake pads" message
in the Check Control.
Warning lamp, brake hydraulic
system for Canadian models.
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