BMW 5 Series: Adding engine oil
Filler neck
Only replenish the maximum oil amount of 1 US quart/liter if the message is displayed in the instrument cluster or the oil level has dropped to just at the lower mark of the dipstick.
Protect children
Keep oil, grease, etc., out of reach of children
and heed the warnings on the containers
to prevent health risks.◀
Do not add too much engine oil
When too much engine oil is added, immediately
have the vehicle checked, otherwise,
this may cause engine damage.◀
For 520i and 528i: Check oil
level
The concept
The oil level is monitored electronically during
driving and shown on the Control Display.
If the oil level reaches the minimum level, a
check control message is displayed.
Displayi ...
Oil types for refilling
Notes
No oil additives
Oil additives may lead to engine damage.◀
Viscosity grades for engine oils
When selecting an engine oil, ensure that
the engine oil belongs to one of the viscosity ...
See also:
When the Light Flashes First and
Then Is On Steady
If the light flashes for about a minute
and then stays on, there may be a
problem with the TPMS. If the
problem is not corrected, the light
will come on at every ignition cycle.
See Tire Pres ...
Using the Delete All Name Tags Command
The delete all name tags command deletes all stored phone book name tags and route name tags for OnStar, if stored.
To delete all name tags:
1. Press
.
► For vehicles without a navigation sy ...
Exterior Lamp Controls
Exterior Lamp Controls
The exterior lamp control is located
on the instrument panel on the
outboard side of the steering wheel.
Turn the control to the following
positions:
(Off): Turns of ...
