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76n
Check ControlPriority 2
These alerts for problems are reported 
for 20 seconds when the ignition key is 
in position 2. The status reports remain 
after the message disappears. You can 
view the message again by pressing the 
CHECK button.
>TRUNK LID OPEN
This message is given only when ini-
tially starting off.
>DOOR OPEN
This is displayed after a minimum 
vehicle speed is exceeded.
>FASTEN SEAT BELTS
*
In addition, the indicator lamp with 
the safety belt symbol appears and 
an acoustic signal is heard.
>WASHER FLUID LOW
The washer fluid is too low. Top up 
the fluid at the earliest opportunity. 
Refer to page 142.
>CHECK ENGINE OIL
Add engine oil as soon as possible. 
Refer to page 143.
>OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE 247 
(–5.06)
This display is only an example. The 
current reading appears at an outside 
temperature of 37.57 (+36) and 
below. Refer also to page 72.>TIRE PRESSURE SET
*
The RDC has imported the current in-
flation pressure in the tires as the tar-
get values which the system will 
monitor.
Refer to page 94.
>CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
*
Check and correct the tire inflation 
pressure to specifications at the earli-
est opportunity (next stop for fuel).
Refer to page 94.
>TIRE CHECK INACTIVE
*
A temporary interference of the RDC 
or a system fault. Refer to page 95
>BRAKE LAMP CIRCUIT
A bulb has failed or the circuit has a 
malfunction. Refer to pages 163, 176 
or consult an authorized BMW center.
>CHECK LOWBEAMS
CHECK SIDE LAMPS
CHECK REAR LAMPS
CHECK FRONT FOGLAMPS
CHECK LICPLATE LAMP
CHECK TRAILER LIGHTS
CHECK HIGHBEAMS
CHECK BACKUP LAMPS
Defective bulb or circuit. Refer to 
pages 163, 176 or consult an autho-
rized BMW center.
>TRANS. FAILSAFE PROG
Please consult the nearest authorized 
BMW center. Refer to pages 64, 67.>CHECK BRAKE LININGS
Have the brake pads inspected by 
your BMW center. Refer to page 126.
>REMOTE KEY BATTERY
Change the battery. Refer to 
page 168.
>CHECK COOLANT LEVEL
The coolant is too low. Top up at the 
next opportunity. Refer to page 146.
>ENGINE FAILSAFE PROG
Fault in the Electronic Engine Power 
Control EML. When braking, higher 
brake application pressure may be 
necessary and brake pedal travel may 
be significantly longer.
Please have the system inspected by 
your authorized BMW center. 
     
        
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164n
Lamps and bulbs
For checking and adjusting head-
lamp aim, please contact your 
BMW center.< 
1 Low beam headlampsH1 bulb, 55 watt 2 High beamsH7 bulb, 55 watt 
The H7 bulb is pressurized. There-
fore, wear safety glasses and pro-
tective gloves. Failure to observe this 
precaution could lead to injury if the 
bulb is accidentally damaged during re-
placement.< 380de099
1 Remove the cover
2 Pull off the connector at the bulb
3 Detach the wire clamp
4 Replace the bulb
5 Install in the opposite order of work.3 Parking lamp5 watt bulb
1 Pull the bulb holder out
2 Remove and replace the bulb.
When cleaning the headlamps, 
please observe the following:
>Do not clean by wiping with a dry 
cloth (scratches). Never use abra-
sives or strong solvents to clean the 
covers
>Remove dirt and contamination 
(such as insects) by soaking with 
BMW Car Shampoo and then rinsing 
with plenty of water
>Always use a deicer spray to remove 
accumulated ice and snow – never 
use a scraper.< 
Xenon lamps
*
The service life of these bulbs is very 
long and the probability of a failure is 
very low, provided that they are not 
switched on and off an unusual number 
of times. If one of these bulbs should 
nevertheless fail, it is possible to con-
tinue driving with great caution using 
the fog lamps, provided traffic laws in 
your area do not prohibit this.
Because of the extremely high 
voltages involved, any work on the 
lighting system should be carried out by 
technically-qualified personnel only. 
Otherwise, there is a risk of fatal injury.<  
     
        
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165n
RepairsIndexOverview Controls Car care Technology Data
Lamps and bulbsTurn signals/Parking lamps 
(side marker lamps), frontDual-filament bulb, 21 watt
1 Remove the assembly cover
2 Insert a Philips-head screwdriver 
(arrow) all the way in and loosen the 
screw (about four turns)
3 Remove the light assembly toward 
the front
4 Release and remove the bulb holder
5 Press gently on the bulb, turn it to the 
left and remove
6 When you have replaced the bulb, 
plug the light into the reliefs on the 
headlamp with the tabs. Push the as-
sembly into place and tighten the 
screw
7 Secure the assembly cover.380de100
Side turn signals5 watt bulb
1 Use a screwdriver to pry out the lamp 
at the rear edge
2 Apply gentle pressure to the bulb 
while turning it to the left to remove.
Front fog lampsH3 bulb, 55 watt
1 Use a screwdriver to release the fog 
lamp retainer (arrow)
2 Pull the fog lamp out toward the front
3 Release and remove the cover on the 
rear of the lamp assembly
4 Remove the plug
5 Detach the wire clamp
6 Replace the bulb
7 After replacing the bulb, guide the 
lamp assembly back into position. 
Continue pressing until you hear the 
detent snap into place.380de101 
     
        
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RepairsIndexOverview Controls Car care Technology Data
Everything from A to Z
203n
Convenience operating mode 
for windows and sliding/tilt 
roof32
Convenience operating mode 
for windows and sliding/tilt 
sunroof33
Convenience starting59
Coolant146
Coolant temperature 
gauge74
Coolant, antifreeze128
Cooling system, capacity 197
Cruise control70
Cruising range85
DDaytime-driving light 
switch96
DBC (Dynamic Brake 
Control)127
Defrosting, windows102
Digital clock79
Digital sound processor187
Dimensions195
Dimming feature, interior 
rearview mirror50
Dipstick, engine oil143
Disc brakes126
Disconnect the battery175
Displacement194
Displays18
Distance86Distance warning90
Door key30
Door warning lamps, bulb 
replacement167
Doors, emergency release 32
Doors, radio remote 
control33
Drink holders113
Drive belts198
Driving notes123
DSC (Dynamic Stability 
Control)92
Dynamic Brake Control 
(DBC)127
Dynamic Stability Control 
(DSC)92
EEDC (Electronic Damper 
Control)93
Electric power windows42
Electric rear seat 
adjustment48
Electric steering wheel 
adjustment49
Electrical accessories, 
failure176
Electrical system198
Electronic Damper Control 
(EDC)93
Electronic immobilizer31Emergency deactivation of 
the alarm system41
Emergency release
doors32
fuel filler door178
luggage compartment 
lid37
sliding/tilt sunroof178
Energy Control73
Engine coolant146
Engine data194
Engine oil consumption143
Engine oil pressure20
Engine oil specifications144
Estimated time of arrival87
Exterior door handles, 
lighted33
Exterior finish, care151, 152
FFailure messages75
First-aid kit24
Fittings for tow-starting 
and towing180
Flashlight111
Flat tires132
Fluid, power steering148
Fog lamps97
bulb replacement165
switch97
Footwell lamps98Footwell lamps, bulb 
replacement167
For wheelslip control, refer 
to ASC+T/DSC92
Front armrest112
Front seat adjustment46
Fuel25
Fuel consumption 
indicator73
Fuel filler door25
Fuel filler door, 
manual release after 
electrical fault178
Fuel gauge73
Fuel specifications25
Fuel tank capacity197
Fuel, average fuel 
consumption85
Fuses176
GGasoline25
Glove compartment110
Glove compartment lamp, 
bulb replacement167
Gross vehicle weight196HHand brake, refer to Parking 
brake61
Handsfree system113
Hazard warning triangle24