2015 BMW 428I XDRIVE CONVERTIBLE engine oil

Detailed measurement
The concept In the detailed measurement the engine oil
level is checked and displayed via a scale.
Gasoline engine:
If the engine oil level reaches the minimum
level, a check control message is displayed.
Diesel engine:
During the measurement, the idle speed is in‐
creased somewhat.
General information
A detailed measurement is only possible with
certain engines.
Requirements▷Vehicle is on level road.▷Steptronic transmission: selector lever in
selector lever position N or P and accelera‐
tor pedal not depressed.▷Engine is running and is at operating tem‐
perature.
Performing a detailed measurement
In order to perform a detailed measurement of
the engine oil level:
1."Vehicle info"2."Vehicle status"3. "Measure engine oil level"4."Start measurement"
The engine oil level is checked and displayed
via a scale.
Time: approx. 1 minute.
Adding engine oil General information
Switch off the ignition and safely park the vehi‐
cle before engine oil is added.
Oil filler neck
Only add engine oil when the message is dis‐
played in the instrument cluster. The quantity
to be added is indicated in the message dis‐
played in the instrument cluster.
Adding engine oil
Add oil within the next 125 miles/200 km;
otherwise, this may cause engine damage.◀
Do not add too much engine oil
When too much engine oil is added, im‐
mediately have the vehicle checked, otherwise,
this may cause engine damage.◀
Protect children
Keep oil, grease, etc., out of reach of chil‐
dren and observe the warnings on the contain‐
ers to prevent health risks.◀
Engine oil types to add Hints No oil additives
Oil additives may lead to engine dam‐
age.◀
Viscosity grades for engine oils
When selecting an engine oil, ensure that
the engine oil belongs to one of the viscosity
grades SAE 0W-40, SAE 0W-30, SAE 5W-40,
and SAE 5W-30 or malfunctions or engine
damage may occur.◀
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The engine oil quality is critical for the life of
the engine.
Suitable engine oil types
You can add engine oils that meet the follow‐
ing oil rating standards:Gasoline engineBMW Longlife-01.BMW Longlife-01 FE.
Further information regarding the oil specifica‐
tions and viscosities of engine oils can be in‐
quired with the service center.
Alternative engine oil types If an engine oil suitable for continuous use is
not available, up to 1 US quart/liter of an en‐
gine oil with the following oil rating can be
added:
Gasoline engineAPI SM or superior oil rating.
Engine oil change:
The vehicle manufacturer recommends that
you let the service center change the motor oil.
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MaintenanceVehicle features and options
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
BMW maintenance system The maintenance system indicates required
maintenance measures, and thereby provides
support in maintaining road safety and the op‐
erational reliability of the vehicle.
In some cases scopes and intervals may vary
according to the country-specific version. Re‐
placement work, spare parts, fuels and lubri‐
cants and wear materials are calculated sepa‐
rately. Additional information is available from
the service center.
Condition Based Service
CBS
Sensors and special algorithms take into ac‐
count the driving conditions of your vehicle.
Based on this, Condition Based Service recog‐
nizes the maintenance requirements.
The system makes it possible to adapt the
amount of maintenance corresponding to your
user profile.
Detailed information on service requirements,
refer to page 82, can be displayed on the Con‐
trol Display.Service data in the remote control
Information on the required maintenance is
continuously stored in the remote control. Your service center will read out this data and
suggest the right array of service procedures for your vehicle.
Therefore, hand your service specialist the re‐
mote control with which the vehicle was driven
most recently.
Storage periods Storage periods during which the vehicle bat‐
tery was disconnected are not taken into ac‐
count.
If this occurs, have a service center update the
time-dependent maintenance procedures,
such as checking brake fluid and, if needed,
changing the engine oil and the microfilter/
activated-charcoal filter.
Service and Warranty
Information Booklet for US
models and Warranty and
Service Guide Booklet for
Canadian models
Please consult your Service and Warranty In‐
formation Booklet for US models and Warranty
and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian mod‐
els for additional information on service re‐
quirements.
Maintenance and repair should be performed
by your service center. Make sure to have reg‐
ular maintenance procedures recorded in the
vehicle's Service and Warranty Information
Booklet for US models, and in the Warranty
and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian mod‐
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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 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.
Lowerable hardtop
When the wet hardtop is opened, water drop‐
lets can run into the trunk. Remove any objects
in the trunk beforehand to prevent water spot‐
ting or soiling.
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.
Aggressive substances such as spilled fuel, oil,
grease or bird droppings, must be removed im‐
mediately to prevent the finish from being al‐
tered or discolored.
Leather care
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Everything from A to Z
IndexA ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 119
ACC, Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go 124
Acceleration Assistant, refer to Launch Control 74
Accessories and parts 7
Activated-charcoal filter 150
Active Blind Spot Detec‐ tion 116
Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go, ACC 124
Adaptive brake lights, refer to Brake force display 118
Adaptive Light Control 92
Additives, oil 202
Adjustments, seats/head re‐ straints 52
After washing vehicle 222
Airbags 96
Airbags, indicator/warning light 97
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated-air mode 147, 149
Air, dehumidifying, refer to Cooling function 146, 149
Air distribution, manual 146, 150
Air flow, air conditioner 146
Air flow, automatic climate control 150
Air pressure, tires 186
Air vents, refer to Ventila‐ tion 151
Alarm system 44
Alarm, unintentional 45
All around the center con‐ sole 16
All around the roofliner 17 All around the steering
wheel 14
All-season tires, refer to Win‐ ter tires 193
All-wheel-drive 120
Alternating-code hand-held transmitter 154
Alternative oil types 203
Ambient light 95
Antifreeze, washer fluid 71
Antilock Brake System, ABS 119
Anti-slip control, refer to DSC 119
Anti-theft protection, see through-loading sys‐
tem 161
Approved axle load 229
Approved engine oils, see Suitable engine oil
types 203
Arrival time 86
Ash tray 157
Assistance when driving off 123
Assist system information, on Control Display 89
Attentiveness assistant 118
AUTO intensity 149
Automatic car wash 221
Automatic climate con‐ trol 145
Automatic climate control with enhanced features 148
Automatic Cruise Control with Stop & Go 124
Automatic Curb Monitor 58
Automatic deactivation, front- seat passenger airbags 98
Automatic headlight con‐ trol 92 Automatic locking 43
Automatic recirculated-air control 149
Automatic transmission, see Steptronic transmission 71
AUTO program, automatic cli‐ mate control 149
AUTO program, climate con‐ trol 146
AUTO program, intensity 149
Auto Start/Stop function 66
Average fuel consumption 86
Average speed 86
Axle loads, weights 229
B Backrest curvature, refer to Lumbar support 53
Backrest, width 53
Band-aids, refer to First aid kit 217
Bar for tow-starting/ towing 219
Battery replacement, vehicle battery 213
Battery replacement, vehicle remote control 35
Battery, vehicle 213
Belts, safety belts 55
Beverage holder, cu‐ pholder 165
BMW Assist, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
BMW Driver’s Guide App 6
BMW Homepage 6
BMW Internet page 6
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Bonus range, ECO PRO 175
Bottle holder, refer to Cu‐ pholders 165
Brake assistant 119
Brake discs, break-in 168
Brake force display 118
Brake lights, adaptive 118
Brake lights, brake force dis‐ play 118
Brake pads, break-in 168
Braking, hints 169
Breakdown assistance 216
Break-in 168
Brightness of Control Dis‐ play 89
Bulb replacement 207
Bulb replacement, front 208
Bulb replacement, LED head‐ lights 209
Bulb replacement, rear 210
Bulb replacement, xenon headlights 208
Bulbs and lights 207
Button, RES 127
Button, Start/Stop 64
Bypassing, refer to Jump- starting 217
C
California Proposition 65 Warning 7
Camera lenses, care 224
Camera, rearview cam‐ era 135
Camera, Side View 138
Camera, Top View 139
Can holder, refer to Cuphold‐ ers 165
Car battery 213
Car care products 222
Care, displays 224
Care, vehicle 222
Cargo 171
Cargo area, enlarging 161
Cargo area partition 49 Cargo area, storage compart‐
ments 165
Cargo, securing 172
Cargo straps, securing cargo 172
Car key, refer to Remote con‐ trol 34
Carpet, care 224
Car wash 221
Catalytic converter, refer to Hot exhaust system 168
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice 205
CD/Multimedia, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
Center armrest 164
Center console 16
Central locking system 40
Central screen, refer to Con‐ trol Display 18
Changes, technical, refer to Safety 7
Changing parts 207
Changing wheels 213
Changing wheels/tires 192
Chassis number, see vehicle identification number 9
Check Control 77
Checking the engine oil level electronically 201
Checking the oil level elec‐ tronically 201
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 seat, mounting 61
Child seats 61
Chrome parts, care 223 Cigarette lighter 157
Cleaning displays 224
Climate control 145, 148
Clock 81
Closing/opening via door lock 39
Closing/opening with remote control 37
Coasting 177
Coasting with engine decou‐ pled, coasting 177
Coasting with idling en‐ gine 177
Cockpit 14
Combination reel, refer to Turn signals 68
Combination switch, refer to Wiper system 69
Comfort Access 41
COMFORT program, Dy‐ namic Driving Control 122
Compartments in the doors 164
Compass 155
Compressor 194
Computer, refer to On-board computer 85
Condensation on win‐ dows 150
Condensation under the vehi‐ cle 170
Condition Based Service CBS 205
Configuring driving pro‐ gram 123
Confirmation signal 43
ConnectedDrive, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
ConnectedDrive Services
Connecting electrical devi‐ ces 157
Continued driving with a flat tire 102 , 105
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Control Display, settings 88
Controller 18, 19
Control systems, driving sta‐ bility 119
Convenient closing with the remote control 38
Convenient opening with the remote control 37
Convertible, hardtop 46
Convertible mode, automatic climate control 146, 149
Convertible program, auto‐ matic climate con‐
trol 146 , 149
Coolant 204
Coolant level 204
Coolant temperature 81
Cooling function 146, 149
Cooling, maximum 149
Cooling system 204
Cornering light 92
Corrosion on brake discs 170
Cosmetic mirror 157
Courtesy lamps during un‐ locking 37
Courtesy lamps with the vehi‐ cle locked 38
Cruise control 130
Cruise control, active with Stop & Go 124
Cruising range 81
Cupholders 165
Current fuel consumption 82
D
Damage, tires 192
Damping control, dy‐ namic 121
Data, technical 228
Date 81
Daytime running lights 92
Defrosting, refer to defrosting the windows 146
Defrosting, refer to Windows, defrosting 150 Defrosting the windows 146
Dehumidifying, air 146, 149
Deleting personal data 25
Deletion of personal data 25
Destination distance 86
Digital clock 81
Digital compass 155
Dimensions 228
Dimmable exterior mirrors 59
Dimmable interior rearview mirror 59
Direction indicator, refer to Turn signals 68
Display, electronic, instru‐ ment cluster 76
Display in windshield 89
Display lighting, refer to In‐ strument lighting 94
Displays, cleaning 224
Disposal, coolant 204
Disposal, vehicle battery 214
Distance control, refer to PDC 132
Distance to destination 86
Divided screen view, split screen 23
Door lock 39
Door lock, refer to Remote control 34
Drive-off assistant 123
Drive-off assistant, refer to DSC 119
Driver assistance, refer to In‐ telligent Safety 106
Driving Assistant, refer to In‐ telligent Safety 106
Driving Dynamics Con‐ trol 121
Driving instructions, break- in 168
Driving mode 121
Driving notes, general 168
Driving stability control sys‐ tems 119
Driving style analysis 178
Driving tips 168 DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐
trol 119
DTC Dynamic Traction Con‐ trol 120
Dynamic Damping Con‐ trol 121
Dynamic Stability Control DSC 119
Dynamic Traction Control DTC 120
E
ECO PRO 174
ECO PRO, bonus range 175
ECO PRO display 174
ECO PRO driving mode 174
ECO PRO driving style analy‐ sis 178
ECO PRO mode 174
ECO PRO Tip - driving in‐ struction 176
EfficientDynamics 176
Electronic displays, instru‐ ment cluster 76
Electronic oil measure‐ ment 201
Electronic Stability Program ESP, refer to DSC 119
Emergency detection, remote control 35
Emergency release, fuel filler flap 182
Emergency Request 216
Emergency start function, en‐ gine start 35
Emergency unlocking, trans‐ mission lock 74
Emergency unlocking, trunk lid 41
Energy Control 82
Energy recovery 82
Engine, automatic Start/Stop function 66
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Engine compartment 199
Engine compartment, work‐ ing in 200
Engine coolant 204
Engine idling when driving, coasting 177
Engine oil 201
Engine oil, adding 202
Engine oil additives 202
Engine oil change 203
Engine oil filler neck 202
Engine oil temperature 80
Engine oil types, alterna‐ tive 203
Engine oil types, ap‐ proved 203
Engine start during malfunc‐ tion 35
Engine start, jump-start‐ ing 217
Engine start, refer to Starting the engine 65
Engine stop 65
Engine temperature 80
Entering a car wash 221
Equipment, interior 153
Error displays, see Check Control 77
ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐ gram, refer to DSC 119
Exchanging wheels/tires 192
Exhaust system 168
Exterior mirror, automatic dimming feature 59
Exterior mirrors 58
External start 217
External temperature dis‐ play 81
External temperature warn‐ ing 81
Eyes for securing cargo 172
F
Failure message, see Check Control 77 False alarm, refer to Uninten‐
tional alarm 45
Fan, refer to Air flow 146, 150
Filler neck for engine oil 202
Fine wood, care 223
First aid kit 217
Fitting for towing, see Tow fit‐ ting 219
Flat tire, changing wheels 213
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 104
Flat tire, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM 100
Flat tire, warning lamp 101, 104
Flooding 169
Floor carpet, care 224
Floor mats, care 224
Fogged up windows 146
Fold down the rear seat back‐ rest, see Though-loading
system 161
Fold-out position, wiper 70
Foot brake 169
Front airbags 96
Front-end collision warning with braking function 109
Front-end collision warning with City Braking func‐
tion 107
Front fog lights 94
Front fog lights, front, bulb re‐ placement 210
Front lights 208
front-seat passenger airbags, automatic deactivation 98
Front-seat passenger airbags, indicator lamp 98
FTM Flat Tire Monitor 104
Fuel 184
Fuel consumption, current 82
Fuel consumption, refer to Average fuel consump‐
tion 86
Fuel filler flap 182 Fuel gauge 80
Fuel lid 182
Fuel quality 184
Fuel recommendation 184
Fuel, tank capacity 230
Fuse 214
G
Garage door opener, refer to Universal Integrated Remote
Control 153
Gasoline 184
Gear change, Steptronic transmission 72
Gear shift indicator 83
General driving notes 168
Glare shield 157
Glove compartment 163
Gross vehicle weight, ap‐ proved 229
H
Handbrake, refer to parking brake 67
Hand-held transmitter, alter‐ nating code 154
Hardtop 46
Hardtop, rollover protection system 99
Hardtop, trunk partition 49
Hazard warning flashers 216
Headlight control, auto‐ matic 92
Headlight courtesy delay fea‐ ture 92
Headlight flasher 69
Headlight glass 208
Headlights 208
Headlights, care 222
Headlight washer system 69
Head restraints 52
Head restraints, front 56
Head-up Display 89
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