2012 BMW Z4 SDRIVE28I Owners Manual

could hit and damage the seal on the windshield
and the sun visor.◀
Sensors/cameras
To clean the sensors or cameras of equipment
such as the High-beam Assistant or Park Dis‐
tance Control PDC, use a cloth moistened with
a small amount of glass cleaner.
Displays/screens
Use a microfiber cloth to clean the Control Dis‐
play or instrument cluster, for example.
Cleaning displays
Do not use chemical or household cleans‐
ers.
Keep all fluids and moisture away from the unit.
Otherwise, they could affect or damage surfa‐
ces or electrical components.
Avoid pressing too hard when cleaning and do
not use abrasive materials; otherwise, damage
can result.◀
Long-term vehicle storage
Your service center can advise you on what to
consider when storing the vehicle for longer
than three months.Seite 185CareMobility185
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Indicator/warning lampsVehicle equipment
This chapter describes all series equipment as
well as country-specific and special equipment
offered for this model series.Therefore, it alsodescribes equipment that may not be found in
your vehicle, for instance due to the selected
special equipment or the country version. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems.
Overview
The indicator and warning lamps can light up in
a variety of combinations and colors. See the ta‐
ble for information on causes and how to re‐
spond. Note whether a lamp comes on alone or
in combination with another. Some lamps can
light up in different colors. Corresponding dis‐
tinctions are made in the text. 12CauseHow to respondTurn signalThe high beams/headlamp flasher are
switched on.Fasten safety belts.Fasten safety belt, refer to
page 38.Indication in US modelsLights up in red:The parking brake is set.Release the parking brake.Lights up in yellow:Parking brake malfunctioning.Have the system checked imme‐
diately.Parking brake malfunctioning.
Emergency braking with the parking brake not
possible.Have the system checked imme‐
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12CauseHow to respondParking brake malfunctioning.
Not functional while vehicle is stationary.Secure vehicle against rolling
when parked. Have the system
checked immediately.Parking brake failedSecure vehicle against rolling
when parked. Have the system
checked immediately.Indication in Canadian modelsLights up in red:The parking brake is set.Release the parking brake.Lights up in yellow:Parking brake malfunctioning.Have the system checked imme‐
diately.Parking brake malfunctioning.
Emergency braking with the parking brake not
possible.Have the system checked imme‐
diately.Parking brake malfunctioning.
Not functional while vehicle is stationary.Secure vehicle against rolling
when parked. Have the system
checked immediately.Parking brake failedSecure vehicle against rolling
when parked. Have the system
checked immediately.External temperature warningDrive conservatively, refer to
page 60.Lights up briefly:
Approx. 2.1 US gal/8 liters of fuel remain in the
tank.
Remains on:
The remaining range is no more than 30 miles/
50 km, refer to page 61.The engine refuses to start.Depress the brake or clutch to
start the engine, refer to
page 46.Seite 187Indicator/warning lampsMobility187
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12CauseHow to respondThe ignition is switched on and driver's door
is open.Switch off the ignition, refer to
page 45, or close the driver's
door.To drive through automatic car washes, the
transmission can be shifted to N. After approx.
30 minutes, the transmission automatically
changes to P. The indicator lamp lights up just
before the gear is changed automatically.To keep the transmission in
transmission position N, switch
on the ignition.For some functions, the indicator lamp lights
up if the desired function cannot be executed
at the moment.The parking lamps are still on.Switch off the parking lamps, re‐
fer to page 68.The roadside parking lamps are still onSwitch off the roadside parking
lamps, refer to page 70.A door is open.The hood is open.Lights up in red:Roof activation system failure.Roof cannot be moved. If the re‐
tractable hardtop does not lock,
contact your nearest service
center.The roof activation system is malfunctioning.Roof movement incomplete.
Please check if the roof is
blocked, then press or pull the
switch again.The roof is not locked.Open the roof fully and close it
again. Only continue driving after
taking this measure.Lights up in yellow:High temperature of roof motor.Roof activation temporarily lim‐
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12CauseHow to respondThe cargo area partition is not in the lower‐
most position.Press down the cargo area parti‐
tion until it engages on both
sides.Roof activation only possible while vehicle is
stationary.The vehicle is not level; roof activation is not
possible.Move the vehicle to a level sur‐
face.The trunk lid is open.The fuel cap is missing or loose.Make sure that the fuel cap is
correctly positioned and close it
until it clicks audibly. Do not jam
the strap between the fuel cap
and the vehicle.The windshield washer fluid level is too low.Add washer fluid as soon as pos‐
sible, refer to page 52.Lights up in red:Service is due.Arrange a service appointment.
Check the service requirements,
refer to page 65.Lights up in yellow:The engine will start the next time the Start/
Stop button is touched, possibly without the
brake or clutch being depressedThe remote control is malfunctioning or, in
cars with Comfort Access, was not detected.The engine cannot be started.
Have the remote control
checked, if necessary.The battery in the remote control is dis‐
charged.Use the remote control for a lon‐
ger journey or, in cars with Com‐
fort Access, replace the battery.The belt tensioners and/or airbag system has
failed.Have the system checked imme‐
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12CauseHow to respondLights up:The Assist system has failed or is malfunc‐
tioning.Have the system checked as
soon as possible.Lights up in red:Engine malfunctionStop the car and switch off the
engine. You cannot continue
your journey. Contact your serv‐
ice center.Lights up in yellow:Full engine power is no longer available.You can continue your journey,
but moderate your speed and ex‐
ercise due caution. Have the en‐
gine checked as soon as possi‐
ble.Indication in US models:Warning lamp flashes:Engine malfunction under high load. High en‐
gine load will result in damage to the catalytic
converter.You can continue your journey,
but moderate your speed and ex‐
ercise due caution. Have the ve‐
hicle checked immediately.Warning lamp comes on:Engine malfunction with an adverse effect on
exhaust emissions.Have the vehicle checked as
soon as possible.Indication in Canadian models:Warning lamp flashes:Engine malfunction under high load. High en‐
gine load will result in damage to the catalytic
converter.You can continue your journey,
but moderate your speed and ex‐
ercise due caution. Have the ve‐
hicle checked immediately.Warning lamp comes on:Seite 190MobilityIndicator/warning lamps190
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12CauseHow to respondEngine malfunction with an adverse effect on
exhaust emissions.Have the vehicle checked as
soon as possible.Lights up in red:The engine is overheating.Carefully bring the car to a stop,
switch off the engine and allow it
to cool down. Do not open the
hood; otherwise, there would be
a risk of injury due to scalding.
Contact your service center.Lights up in yellow:The engine is too hot.Continue driving at more moder‐
ate speed so that the engine can
cool down. Have the engine
checked without delay if the sit‐
uation reoccurs.Lights up in red:Battery is no longer being charged. Alternator
malfunction.Switch off all unnecessary elec‐
trical consumers. Have the
power supply system checked
without delay.Lights up in yellow:The battery charge level is very low, the bat‐
tery is old or is not securely connected.Have the battery checked as
soon as possible.Indication in US models
The parking brake is set.Indication in Canadian models
The parking brake is set.Indication in US modelsLights up in red:The brake fluid level is too low.Reduced braking effect, stop the
car carefully. Contact your serv‐
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12CauseHow to respondLights up in yellow:DBC failed. No power braking support during
emergency braking.You can continue your journey,
but moderate your speed and ex‐
ercise due caution. Have the sys‐
tem checked as soon as possi‐
ble.Brake overheatedAllow the brake to cool down.
You can continue your journey,
but moderate your speed and ex‐
ercise due caution.High brake load.You can continue your journey,
but moderate your speed and ex‐
ercise due caution.Indication in Canadian modelsLights up in red:The brake fluid level is too low.Reduced braking effect, stop the
car carefully. Contact your serv‐
ice center.Lights up in yellow:DBC failed. No power braking support during
emergency braking.You can continue your journey,
but moderate your speed and ex‐
ercise due caution. Have the sys‐
tem checked as soon as possi‐
ble.The brake is overheating.Allow the brake to cool down.
You can continue your journey,
but moderate your speed and ex‐
ercise due caution.High brake load.You can continue your journey,
but moderate your speed and ex‐
ercise due caution.Indication in US modelsBrake pads worn.Have the condition of the brake
pads checked without delay.Seite 192MobilityIndicator/warning lamps192
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