2005 BMW 525I oil pressure

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Malfunction in vehicle stability-control
systems
The brake system warning lamp lights
up in red, appearing together with the
indicator lamps for ABS and DSC. A
message appears on the Control Dis-
play. The driving stability control sys-
tems are deactivated. Conventional
braking efficiency remains available
without limitations. While you may con-
tinue, you should remember to proceed cau-
tiously and drive defensively while avoiding full
brake applications. Have the system checked
as soon as possible.
Display of the previously described
malfunction on Canadian models.
The indicator lamp for DSC lights up; a
message appears on the Control Dis-
play. DSC and DTC are deactivated.
The stability maintenance functions are no
longer available. The vehicle remains in running
order. Have the system checked as soon as
possible.
The warning lamp for the brake system
lights up in yellow; a message appears
on the Control Display. DBC has failed.
Have the system checked as soon as possible.
Display of the previously described
malfunction on Canadian models.
Active roll stabilization*
The concept
Active roll stabilization minimizes body roll and
optimizes vehicle stability during cornering and
evasive maneuvers.
Dynamic stabilizers at the front and rear axles
form the basis for active roll stabilization. Sus-
pension compliance adapts to suit driving con-
ditions, varying from performance-oriented during cornering to smooth and comfort-ori-
ented when the vehicle is proceeding in a
straight line. During vehicle operation, the sys-
tem continuously runs through closed-loop
control cycles lasting only fractions of a second.
The system assumes operational status each
time you start the engine.
Malfunction
The warning lamp lights up and a mes-
sage appears on the Control Display.
There is a malfunction in the system.
Have the system checked as soon as possible.
If there is a malfunction in the system,
please remember to adapt your speed
accordingly, especially in curves. The suspen-
s i o n w il l b e n o t i c ea b ly s o f t e r a n d t h e v e h i cl e w il l
display a greater tendency to tilt during corner-
ing and in crosswinds. If a message stating that
you should stop appears on the Control Display,
stop and switch off the engine as soon as pos-
sible. In this case the oil level in the reservoir
may have dropped below the minimum, possi-
bly owing to a leak in the hydraulic system. Do
not continue driving. Contact your BMW cen-
ter.<
Flat Tire Monitor
The concept
The Flat Tire Monitor keeps track of the infla-
tion pressures in the four mounted tires as you
drive. The system provides an alert whenever
the inflation pressure drops significantly in rela-
tion to the pressure in another tire.
In the event of a pressure loss, the rolling radius
and therefore the rotation speed of the wheels
change. This change is detected and is
reported as a flat tire.
Functional requirement
In order to assure the reliable reporting of a flat
tire, the system must be initialized for the cor-
rect tire inflation pressure.
Perform the initialization immediately
after correcting the inflation pressure,

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approved units – these differences could lead to
body contact, and with it the risk of severe acci-
dents. If non-approved wheels and tires are
used, BMW cannot evaluate their suitability,
and therefore cannot be held liable for driving
safety.<
You can inquire about the right wheel/tire com-
bination at your BMW center.
The correct combination of wheels and tires is
another vital factor in ensuring reliable opera-
tion of various vehicle systems such as ABS
and DSC.
To maintain good handling and vehicle
response, use only tires of a single tread config-
uration from a single manufacturer. After a flat
tire, have the original wheel and tire combina-
tion remounted on the vehicle as soon as possi-
ble.
Recommended tire brands
BMW tests certain tire brands for each tire size,
classifies them as road-safe and approves
them. Consult your BMW center for more infor-
mation.
Observe any country-specific regulations, e.g.
on making a corresponding entry in the vehicle
documents.
The factory-mounted tires have been specially
selected to provide optimized performance
when installed on yo ur vehicle; if pro perly cared
for, they will provide a combination of safety and
excellent ride comfort.
Run-flat tires
When mounting new tires or changing from
summer tires to winter tires or vice versa, use
run-flat tires because there is no spare tire in
case of a flat. Your BMW center will be glad to
advise you.
For safety reasons, BMW recommends
that you do not have damaged run-flat
tires repaired; they should be replaced.<
Special characteristics of winter tires
BMW recommends winter tires for use in cold
winter driving conditions. Although all-season
M+S tires provide better winter traction than
summer tires, they generally fail to provide the
same levels of cold-weather performance as
winter tires.
Pay attention to speed
Do not exceed the maximum permissible
speed for the winter tires, otherwise tire
damage may occur, which can result in acci-
dents.<
Storage
Always store wheels and tires in a cool, dry
place with as little exposure to light as possible.
Always protect tires against all contact with oil,
grease and fuels. Do not exceed the maximum
tire inflation pressure indicated on the side wall
of the tire.
Snow chains*
BMW only tests certain fine-link snow chains,
classifies them as road-safe and approves
them. Consult your BMW center for more infor-
mation. BMW recommends using these
approved, fine-link snow chains.
Use is only permitted in pairs, with winter tires
on the rear wheels.
Observe the manufacturer's instructions when
mounting snow chains. Do not exceed a speed
of 30 mph/50 km/h with the chains mounted.
After snow chains are mounted, do not
initialize the Flat Tire Monitor.
When driving with snow chains, it can be useful
to activate the DTC temporarily, refer to
page78.<

Everything from A to Z
214 Sequential manual trans-
mission SMG53
"Service"66,162
Service, refer to Roadside
Assistance190
Service and Warranty Infor-
mation Booklet for US
models and Warranty and
Service Guide Booklet for
Canadian models180
Service car, refer to Roadside
Assistance190
Service interval indicator, refer
to Service requirements66
"Service notification"163
"Service Request"164
"Service
requirements"66,162
Service requirements66
– also refer to CBS Condition
Based Service180
"Service Status"162
"Set date"74
"Set" in audio mode133
"Set service date"67
"Set time"74
Settings, configuring, refer to
Key Memory28
Setting speed limit72
Setting the time, refer to
Preselecting switch-on
times94
"Set tire pressure"80
Shifting gears
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic56
– SMG Sequential manual
transmission54
Shiftlock
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic55
– SMG Sequential manual
transmission54
Shift paddles54
Short commands of voice
command system199Shortest route for
navigation122
"Short route" for
navigation122
Shoulder support39
"Show current position"118
"Show destination
position"118
Shuffled, refer to Random
– CD changer147
– CD player147
Side airbags83
Side marker lamps, replacing
bulbs184
Side turn signals, replacing
bulbs184
Side window blind, refer to
Sun blinds97
Sitting safely38
– with airbags38
– with safety belts38
Ski bag101
Ski sack, refer to Ski bag101
Sliding/tilt sunroof, refer to
Glass sunroof, electric35
SMG Sequential manual
transmission53
– acceleration assistant55
– breaking-in106
– convenience start52
– Dynamic Driving Control54
– gear display53
– kick-down54
– shiftlock54
– towing192
– tow-starting192
"SMS"157
Snow chains175
Socket for Onboard
Diagnostics interface181
Socket outlet
– cigarette lighter socket100
Sockets100
SOS, refer to Initiating an
emergency call189
Sound output for Enter-
tainment on/off133
Spare fuses187Spare key28
Spare wheel
– refer to Changing
wheels185
– refer to Compact wheel186
Special oils, refer to Specified
engine oils178
Specified engine oils178
Speed
– with compact wheel187
– with winter tires175
Speed-dependent
volume134
Speed limit warning, refer to
Speed limit72
Speedometer12
"Speed volume", refer to
Tone control134
"Sport", active backrest width
adjustment40
Sport program, refer to
Dynamic Driving Control54
Sports seat39
Stability control, refer to
Driving stability control
systems77
"Star button"46
Star button46
"Start destination
guidance"118
"Start" for stopwatch73
"Start guid-
ance"117,119,121,124
Starting, refer to Starting
engine51
Starting assistance, refer to
Jump-starting190
Starting difficulties
– jump starting190
– refer to Special starting
conditions51
Start menu in Control
Display17
"Start service"163
"State / Province" for desti-
nation entry116
"State inspection"67
Station, refer to Radio138

Refueling
To ensure that you always have all the essential
data on hand when refueling, we recommend
that you fill in the following tables with the spec-
ifications and information that apply to your
vehicle. Consult the index for individual specifi-
cations. Fuel
Engine oil
The oil quantity between the middle of
the two marks on the dipstick is approx.
1.6USquarts/1.5liters.
Tire inflation pressure
Designation
Please enter your preferred fuel here.
Quality
Summer tires
FrontRearWinter tires
FrontRear
Up to 4 persons
5 persons or 4 plus luggage