2013 BMW 740I engine coolant

ContentsThe fastest way to find information on a partic‐
ular topic or item is by using the index, refer to
page 232.6Notes
At a glance
12Cockpit16iDrive22Voice activation system25Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle
Controls
30Opening and closing48Adjusting62Transporting children safely66Driving79Displays95Lamps101Safety123Driving stability control systems131Driving comfort154Climate control161Interior equipment168Storage compartments
Driving tips
174Things to remember when driving177Loading180Saving fuelMobility188Refueling190Fuel191Wheels and tires202Engine compartment204Engine oil207Coolant208Maintenance210Replacing components217Breakdown assistance222Care
Reference
228Technical data232Everything from A to Z
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Fuel gaugeThe vehicle inclination may
cause the display to vary.
US models: the arrow beside the
fuel pump symbol shows which
side of the vehicle the fuel filler
flap is on.
Hints on refueling, refer to page 188.
Tachometer
Always avoid engine speeds in the red warning
field. In this range, the fuel supply is interrupted
to protect the engine.
Engine oil temperature▷Cold engine: the pointer is at
the low temperature end.
Drive at moderate engine and
vehicle speeds.▷Normal operating tempera‐
ture: the pointer is in the mid‐
dle or in the left half of the
temperature display.▷Hot engine: the pointer is at the high end of
the temperature range. A Check Control
message is also displayed.
Coolant temperature
If the coolant along with the engine becomes too
hot, a Check Control message is displayed.
Check the coolant level, refer to page 207.
Odometer and trip odometer▷Odometer, arrow 1.▷Trip odometer, arrow 2.
Display/reset miles
Press the knob.
▷When the ignition is switched
off, the time, external temper‐
ature and odometer are dis‐
played.▷When the ignition is switched on, the trip
odometer is reset.
External temperature
External temperature warning If the indicator drops to
+37 ℉/+3 ℃, a signal sounds.
A Check Control message is dis‐
played.
There is an increased risk of ice
on roads.
Ice on roads
Even at temperatures above +37 ℉/+3 ℃,
there can be a risk of ice on roads.
Therefore, drive carefully on bridges and shaded
roads, for example, to avoid the increased risk of
an accident.◀
Time The time is displayed at the bot‐
tom of the instrument cluster.
Setting the time and time format,
refer to page 93.
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Engine compartmentVehicle equipment
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equipmentis also described that is not available in a vehicle,
e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐
ment or country variant. This also applies for
safety-related functions and systems.
Important features in the engine compartment
1Vehicle identification number2Jump-starting, negative terminal3Washer fluid reservoir4Jump-starting, positive terminal5Oil filler neck. 760i/Li: filler neck is located
under a flap.6Coolant reservoir, except 750i/Li and 760i/
Li.Hood
Opening the hood Working in the engine compartment
Never attempt to perform any service or
repair operations on your vehicle without the
necessary professional technical training.If you are unfamiliar with the statutory guide‐
lines, have any work on the vehicle performed
only by a service center.
If this work is not carried out properly, there is
the danger of subsequent damage and related
safety hazards.◀Seite 202MobilityEngine compartment202
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CoolantVehicle equipment
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment
is also described that is not available in a vehicle,
e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐
ment or country variant. This also applies for
safety-related functions and systems.
General information Danger of burns from hot engine
Do not open the cooling system while the
engine is hot; otherwise, escaping coolant may
cause burns.◀
Suitable additives
Only use suitable additives; otherwise, en‐
gine damage may occur. The additives are
harmful to your health.◀
Coolant consists of water and additives.
Not all commercially available additives are suit‐
able for your vehicle. Ask your service center for
suitable additives.
Coolant level
If there is no Min and Max mark in the filler neck
of the coolant reservoir, have the coolant level
checked if necessary by your service center and
add coolant as needed.
Note
Depending on the engine installation, the cool‐
ant reservoir may be located on the opposite
side of the engine compartment.Checking1.Let the engine cool.2.Turn the cap of the coolant reservoir slightly
counterclockwise to allow any excess pres‐
sure to dissipate, and then open it.3.The coolant level is correct if it lies between
the minimum and maximum marks in the
filler neck.4.If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to
the specified level; do not overfill.5.Turn the cap until there is an audible click.6.Have the cause of the coolant loss elimi‐
nated as soon as possible.Seite 207CoolantMobility207
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Condensation under the vehi‐cle 176
Condition Based Service CBS 208
Configure driving mode 129
Confirmation signal 35
ConnectedDrive, see user's manual for Navigation, Enter‐
tainment and Communica‐
tion
Control Display 16
Control Display, settings 93
Controller 16
Control systems, driving sta‐ bility 123
Convenient opening 34
Coolant 207
Coolant temperature 86
Cooler 165
Cooling function 156
Cooling, maximum 155
Cooling system 207
Corrosion on brake discs 176
Cruise control 137
Cruise control, active with Stop & Go 131
Cruising range 87
Cupholder 170
Curb weight 229
Current fuel consumption 87
D
Damage, tires 198
Damping control, dy‐ namic 126
Data, technical 228
Date 87
Daytime running lights 96
Defrosting, refer to Windows, defrosting 155
Dehumidifying, air 156
Destination distance 91
Digital clock 86
Dimensions 228
Dimmable exterior mirrors 60 Dimmable interior rearview
mirror 60
Direction indicator, refer to Turn signals 73
Display in windshield 151
Display lighting, refer to Instru‐ ment lighting 98
Displays 79, 80
Displays, cleaning 225
Disposal, vehicle battery 216
Distance control, refer to PDC 139
Distance information 152
Distance, selecting for ACC 133
Distance to destination 91
Divided screen view, split screen 20
Door lock, refer to Remote control 30
Doors, Automatic Soft Clos‐ ing 37
Downhill control 125
Drive-off assistant 123
Drive-off assistant, refer to DSC 123
Driving Dynamics Control 127
Driving instructions, breaking in 174
Driving mode 127
Driving notes, general 174
Driving stability control sys‐ tems 123
Driving tips 174
DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol 123
DTC driving dynamics 124
DTC Dynamic Traction Con‐ trol 124
Dynamic Damping Con‐ trol 126
Dynamic Drive 126
Dynamic Light Spot 213
Dynamic Light Spot, refer to Night Vision 114 Dynamic Stability Control
DSC 123
Dynamic Traction Control DTC 124
E
ECO PRO 181
ECO PRO, bonus range 182
ECO PRO display 181
ECO PRO driving mode 181
ECO PRO mode 181
ECO PRO Tip - driving instruc‐ tion 183
EfficientDynamics 183
Electronic displays, instru‐ ment cluster 80
Electronic Stability Program ESP, refer to DSC 123
Emergency detection, remote control 31
Emergency release, door lock 36
Emergency release, fuel filler flap 188
Emergency release, parking brake 70
Emergency Request 217
Emergency service, refer to Roadside Assistance 218
Emergency start function, en‐ gine start 31
Emergency unlocking, trunk lid 40
Energy Control 87
Energy recovery 87
Engine, automatic Start/Stop function 68
Engine, automatic switch- off 68
Engine compartment 202
Engine compartment, working in 202
Engine coolant 207
Engine idling when driving, coasting 184 Seite 234ReferenceEverything from A to Z234
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Onboard DiagnosticsOBD 209
Onboard monitor, refer to Control Display 16
Onboard vehicle tool kit 210
Opening/closing from in‐ side 37
Opening/closing via door lock 36
Opening/closing with remote control 34
Opening the trunk lid with no- touch activation 41
Operating concept, iDrive 16
Optional equipment, standard equipment 6
Outside air, refer to Automatic recirculated-air control 156
Overheating of engine, refer to Coolant temperature 86
Overtaking prohibitions 88
P
Paint, vehicle 223
Parallel parking assistant 147
Park Distance Control PDC 139
Parked-car ventilation 160
Parked vehicle, condensa‐ tion 176
Parking aid, refer to PDC 139
Parking assistant 147
Parking brake 70
Parking lamps 95
Parking lamps and roadside parking lamps, refer to Light-
emitting diodes, LEDs 212
Parking with Auto Hold 72
Passenger side mirror, tilting downward 59
Pathway lines, backup cam‐ era 143
PDC Park Distance Con‐ trol 139 People detection, refer to
Night Vision 114
Personal Profile 31
Pinch protection system, glass sunroof 46
Pinch protection system, win‐ dows 44
Plastic, care 224
Power failure 216
Power sunroof, glass 45
Power windows 43
Pressure, tire air pres‐ sure 191
Pressure warning FTM, tires 104
Profile, refer to Personal Pro‐ file 31
Programmable memory but‐ tons, iDrive 20
Protective function, glass sun‐ roof 46
Protective function, win‐ dows 44
Push-and-turn switch, refer to Controller 16
R
Radiator fluid 207
Radio-operated key, refer to Remote control 30
Radio ready state 67
Radio, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment
and Communication
Rain sensor 75
Rear automatic climate con‐ trol 158
Rear axle steering 126
Rear cooler 165
Rear lamps 213
Rear seats, adjusting 51
Rear seats, basic position 53
Rear sockets 165
Rearview mirror 59
Rear window defroster 156 Recirculated-air mode 156
Recommended tire brands 199
Refueling 188
Remaining range 87
Remote control/key 30
Remote control, malfunc‐ tion 35
Remote control, universal 161
Replacement fuse 216
Replacing parts 210
Replacing wheels/tires 198
Reporting safety defects 9
RES button 134
Reserve warning, refer to Range 87
Reset, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 107
Residual heat, automatic cli‐ mate control 156
Retaining straps, securing cargo 178
Retreaded tires 199
Reversing lamp, bulb replace‐ ment 213
Roadside parking lamps 96
Roller sunblinds 45
Roll stabilization, refer to Adaptive Drive 125
Roll stabilization, refer to Dy‐ namic Drive 126
RON gasoline quality 190
Roof load capacity 229
Roof-mounted luggage rack 178
Rope for tow-starting/tow‐ ing 220
RSC Run Flat System Compo‐ nent, refer to Run-flat
tires 200
Rubber components, care 224
Run-flat tires 200 Seite 238ReferenceEverything from A to Z238
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