2015 BMW 428I GRAN COUPE check engine

The tow fitting is located in the onboard vehi‐
cle tool kit which is stored in a storage com‐
partment on the left side in the trunk. Open the
cover.
Tow fitting, information on use
▷Use only the tow fitting provided with
the vehicle and screw it all the way in.▷Use the tow fitting for towing on paved
roads only.▷Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, e.g.,
do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting.
Otherwise, damage to the tow fitting and the
vehicle can occur.◀
Screw thread for tow fitting
Press on the mark on the edge of the cover to
push it out.
Tow-starting
Steptronic transmission
Do not tow-start the vehicle.
Tow-starting the engine is not possible due to
the Steptronic transmission.
Have the cause of the starting problems fixed.
Manual transmission If possible, do not tow-start the vehicle but
start the engine by jump-starting, refer to
page 219. If the vehicle is equipped with a cat‐
alytic converter, only tow-start while the en‐
gine is cold.1.Switch on the hazard warning system and
comply with local regulations.2.Ignition, refer to page 65, on.3.Engage third gear.4.Have the vehicle tow-started with the
clutch pedal pressed and slowly release
the pedal. After the engine starts, immedi‐
ately press on the clutch pedal again.5.Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow
bar or rope, and switch off the hazard
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Manual transmission:1.Drive into the car wash.2.Shift to neutral.3.Switch the engine off.4.Switch on the ignition.
Steptronic transmission:
1.Drive into the car wash.2.Engage selector lever position N.3.Switch the engine off.
In this way, the ignition remains switched
on, and a Check-Control message is dis‐
played.
Do not turn off the ignition in the car
wash
Do not turn off the ignition in the car wash;
otherwise, selector lever position P is en‐
gaged and damages can result.◀
The vehicle cannot be locked from the outside
when in selector lever position N. A signal
sounds when an attempt is made to lock the
vehicle.
To start the engine with manual transmission:
1.Press on the clutch pedal.2.Press the Start/Stop button.
To start the engine with Steptronic transmis‐
sion:
1.Depress the brake pedal.2.Press the Start/Stop button.
Pressing the Start/Stop button without step‐
ping on the brake turns the ignition off.
Selector lever positionSelector lever position P is engaged automati‐
cally:
▷When the ignition is switched off.▷After approx. 15 minutes.Headlights▷Do not rub dry and do not use abrasive or
acidic cleansers.▷Soak areas that have been dirtied e. g.,
from insects, with shampoo and wash off
with water.▷Thaw ice with de-icing spray; do not use an
ice scraper.
After washing the vehicle
After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes
briefly to dry them; otherwise, braking action
can be reduced and corrosion of the brake
discs can occur.
Completely remove all residues on the win‐
dows, to minimize loss of visibility due to
smearing and to reduce wiper noises and
wiper blade wear.
Vehicle care
Car care products BMW recommends using care and cleaning
products from BMW, since these have been
tested and approved.
Car care and cleaning products
Follow the instructions on the container.
When cleaning the interior, open the doors or
windows.
Only use products intended for cleaning vehi‐
cles.
Cleansers can contain substances that are
dangerous and harmful to your health.◀
Vehicle paint
Regular care contributes to driving safety and
value retention. Environmental influences in
areas with elevated air pollution or natural con‐
taminants, such as tree resin or pollen can af‐
fect the vehicle's paintwork. Tailor the fre‐
quency and extent of your car care to these
influences.
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Bottle holder, refer to Cu‐pholders 163
Brake assistant 120
Brake discs, break-in 168
Brake force display 119
Brake lights, adaptive 119
Brake lights, brake force dis‐ play 119
Brake pads, break-in 168
Braking, hints 169
Breakdown assistance 218
Break-in 168
Brightness of Control Dis‐ play 91
Bulb replacement 209
Bulb replacement, front 210
Bulb replacement, LED head‐ lights 211
Bulb replacement, rear 212
Bulb replacement, xenon headlights 210
Bulbs and lights 209
Button, RES 128
Button, Start/Stop 65
Bypassing, refer to Jump- starting 219
C
California Proposition 65 Warning 7
Camera lenses, care 227
Camera, rearview cam‐ era 136
Camera, Side View 139
Camera, Top View 140
Can holder, refer to Cuphold‐ ers 163
Car battery 215
Car care products 225
Care, displays 227
Care, vehicle 225
Cargo 171
Cargo area 159
Cargo area, enlarging 159 Cargo area, storage compart‐
ments 163
Cargo cover 159
Cargo, securing 172
Cargo straps, securing cargo 172
Car key, refer to Remote con‐ trol 34
Carpet, care 227
Car wash 224
Catalytic converter, refer to Hot exhaust system 169
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice 207
CD/Multimedia, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
Center armrest 162
Center console 16
Central locking system 40
Central screen, refer to Con‐ trol Display 18
Changes, technical, refer to Safety 7
Changing parts 209
Changing wheels 215
Changing wheels/tires 194
Chassis number, see vehicle identification number 9
Check Control 79
Checking the engine oil level electronically 203
Checking the oil level elec‐ tronically 203
Children, seating position 61
Children, transporting safely 61
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tem 61
Child restraint fixing system LATCH 63
Child restraint fixing systems, mounting 61
Child safety locks 64
Child seat, mounting 61 Child seats 61
Chrome parts, care 226
Cigarette lighter 157
Cleaning displays 227
Climate control 146, 148
Clock 83
Closing/opening via door lock 39
Closing/opening with remote control 37
Closing the tailgate with no- touch activation 44
Clothes hooks 163
Coasting 178
Coasting with engine decou‐ pled, coasting 178
Coasting with idling en‐ gine 178
Cockpit 14
Combination reel, refer to Turn signals 69
Combination switch, refer to Wiper system 70
Comfort Access 42
COMFORT program, Dy‐ namic Driving Control 123
Compartments in the doors 162
Compass 155
Compressor 196
Computer, refer to On-board computer 87
Condensation on win‐ dows 151
Condensation under the vehi‐ cle 170
Condition Based Service CBS 207
Configuring driving pro‐ gram 124
Confirmation signal 45
ConnectedDrive, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
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Engine compartment, work‐ing in 202
Engine coolant 206
Engine idling when driving, coasting 178
Engine oil 203
Engine oil, adding 204
Engine oil additives 204
Engine oil change 205
Engine oil filler neck 204
Engine oil temperature 82
Engine oil types, alterna‐ tive 205
Engine oil types, ap‐ proved 205
Engine start during malfunc‐ tion 35
Engine start, jump-start‐ ing 219
Engine start, refer to Starting the engine 66
Engine stop 66
Engine temperature 82
Entering a car wash 224
Equipment, interior 153
Error displays, see Check Control 79
ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐ gram, refer to DSC 120
Exchanging wheels/tires 194
Exhaust system 169
Exterior mirror, automatic dimming feature 59
Exterior mirrors 58
External start 219
External temperature dis‐ play 83
External temperature warn‐ ing 83
Eyes for securing cargo 172
F
Failure message, see Check Control 79 False alarm, refer to Uninten‐
tional alarm 47
Fan, refer to Air flow 147, 150
Filler neck for engine oil 204
Fine wood, care 226
First aid kit 219
Fitting for towing, see Tow fit‐ ting 222
Flat tire, changing wheels 215
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 105
Flat tire, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM 101
Flat tire, warning lamp 102, 105
Flooding 169
Floor carpet, care 227
Floor mats, care 227
Fogged up windows 147
Folding back rear seat back‐ rests 159
Fold-out position, wiper 72
Foot brake 169
Front airbags 98
Front-end collision warning with braking function 110
Front-end collision warning with City Braking func‐
tion 108
Front fog lights 96
Front fog lights, front, bulb re‐ placement 212
Front lights 210
front-seat passenger airbags, automatic deactivation 100
Front-seat passenger airbags, indicator lamp 100
FTM Flat Tire Monitor 105
Fuel 186
Fuel consumption, current 84
Fuel consumption, refer to Average fuel consump‐
tion 88
Fuel filler flap 184
Fuel gauge 82 Fuel lid 184
Fuel quality 186
Fuel recommendation 186
Fuel, tank capacity 233
Fuse 216
G
Garage door opener, refer to Universal Integrated Remote
Control 153
Gasoline 186
Gear change, Steptronic transmission 74
Gear shift indicator 85
General driving notes 168
Glare shield 157
Glass sunroof, powered 49
Glove compartment 161
Gross vehicle weight, ap‐ proved 230
H
Handbrake, refer to parking brake 69
Hand-held transmitter, alter‐ nating code 154
Hazard warning flashers 218
Head airbags 98
Headlight control, auto‐ matic 94
Headlight courtesy delay fea‐ ture 94
Headlight flasher 70
Headlight glass 210
Headlights 210
Headlights, care 225
Headlight washer system 70
Head restraints 51
Head restraints, front 55
Head restraints, rear 56
Head-up Display 91
Head-up Display, care 227
Heavy cargo, stowing 172
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