2015 BMW X1 check engine light

Requirements▷The engine must be running and warm af‐
ter the vehicle has been driven for at least
6.2 miles/10 km.▷The vehicle is stopped or being driven on a
level roadway.
Display in the instrument cluster
1.Lightly press button 1 in the turn indicator
lever up or down repeatedly until the ap‐
propriate symbol appears in the display,
accompanied by the word "OIL".2.Press button 2 in the turn indicator lever.
The oil level is checked and the reading
displayed.
Possible displays
SymbolFunctionOil level OK.Oil level is being checked.
This can take about 3 minutes
if the car is at a standstill on a
level surface, or about 5 mi‐
nutes while the car is on the
move.SymbolFunctionOil at minimum level:
Add a maximum quantity of
1 US quart/1 liter of engine oil,
refer to page 245, at the next
opportunity.Oil level is too high.
Overfilling oil damages the en‐
gine. Have the vehicle
checked immediately.The oil level sensor is defec‐
tive.
Do not add engine oil.
It is possible to continue driv‐
ing. Note the newly calculated
remaining mileage until the
next oil service, refer to
page 80. Have the system
checked as soon as possible.
Display via iDrive
1."Vehicle Info"2."Vehicle status"3. "Engine oil level"
Possible messages
▷"Engine oil level OK"▷"Measurement not possible at this time."▷"Measuring engine oil level..."
Duration with the engine running: ap‐
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Gasoline engineAPI SM or a higher quality standard
Oil changeThe manufacturer of your vehicle recommends
having the engine oil changed by a service
center.
Coolant
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,
engine damage may occur. The additives are
harmful to your health.◀
Coolant consists of water and additives.
Not all commercially available additives are
suitable for your vehicle. Ask your service cen‐
ter for suitable additives.
Checking the coolant level
1.Do not open the hood until the engine has
cooled down.2.Turn the expansion tank cap counterclock‐
wise slightly to allow any accumulatedpressure to escape; then continue turning
to open.3.The filling level indicator 1 in the filler neck
indicates the coolant level. The coolant
level is correct if it is between the arrows of
the respective reservoir label 2.4.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.
Disposal
Comply with the appropriate environ‐
mental protection regulations when dis‐
posing of coolant additives.
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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‐
els. These entries are proof of regular mainte‐
nance.
Socket for OBD Onboard
Diagnosis
Socket for Onboard Diagnosis
The socket for Onboard Diagnosis may
only be used by the service center, by work‐
shops that operate according to the specifica‐
tions of the vehicle manufacturer with appro‐ priately trained personnel, and by other
authorized persons. Otherwise, its use may
lead to vehicle malfunctions.◀
On the driver's side is an OBD socket for
checking the primary components in the vehi‐
cle emissions.
Emissions▷The warning light lights up:
Emissions are deteriorating. Have
the vehicle checked as soon as
possible.▷The warning light flashes under certain cir‐
cumstances:
This indicates that there is excessive mis‐
firing in the engine.
Reduce the vehicle speed and have the
system checked immediately; otherwise,
serious engine misfiring within a brief pe‐
riod can seriously damage emission con‐
trol components, in particular the catalytic
converter.
Display of the previously described
malfunctions on Canadian models.
Fuel cap The indicator lamp lights up.
If the fuel cap is not properly tight‐
ened, the OBD system may conclude
that fuel vapor is escaping. If the cap is then
tightened, the display should go out in a short
time.
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Headlight setting
Changing the bulbs and lights may influence
the headlight settings. Have the headlight set‐
ting checked by a service center and corrected
if necessary after changing bulbs or lights.
Removing the headlight cover
The high-beam bulbs can be replaced via the
engine compartment, and the low beam and
turn signal bulbs can be replaced via a folding
cover in the wheel arch.1High-beam cover2Low beam cover3Turn signal bulb socket
To remove the covers:
▷High-beams: fold out the bracket, arrow 4,
and take the cover out of the guide.▷Low beams: unscrew the cover, arrow 5.
Attach the covers carefully
When attaching the covers, proceed
carefully; otherwise, leaks may occur, causing
damage to the headlamp system.◀
Proceed in reverse order when attaching the
covers.
Access via the wheel arch For low beams and turn signals only:
1.Turn the wheel inward.2.Open the folding cover in the wheel arch.
To open the locks, turn them counter‐clockwise all the way using a coin, for ex‐
ample.
Halogen headlights
At a glance
1High-beams/headlight flasher2Parking lights3Low beams4Turn signal
Low beams and high-beams Wear protective goggles and gloves
Halogen bulbs are pressurized. There‐
fore, wear protective goggles and gloves. Oth‐
erwise, there is a danger of injuries if the bulb
is accidentally damaged during replacement.◀
The low beams and high-beams have separate
covers.
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General information
Ensure that the battery is sufficiently charged
to achieve the full battery life.
It may be necessary to charge the battery in
the following cases:▷When the vehicle is frequently used to
drive short distances.▷When the vehicle has not been driven for
more than one month.
Starting aid terminals
Only charge using the starting aid terminals,
refer to page 259, in the engine compartment
while the engine is switched off.
Power failure
After a temporary power loss, some equipment
needs to be reinitialized.
Individual settings need to be reprogrammed:
▷Seat and mirror memory: store the posi‐
tions again, refer to page 50.▷Time: update, refer to page 77.▷Date: update, refer to page 78.▷Radio station: save again, refer to
page 168.▷Navigation system: wait for the navigation
system to be operational.▷Panoramic glass sunroof: it may only be
possible to tilt the roof. Have the system
initialized by the service center.▷Digital compass: recalibrate, refer to
page 117.▷xDrive: the system automatically initializes
as you drive. During this time, indicator
lamps light up. If the lamps do not disap‐
pear during the current trip, have the sys‐
tem checked.
Disposing of old batteries
Have old batteries disposed of by your
service center or bring them to a recy‐
cling center.
Maintain the battery in an upright position for
transport and storage. Secure the battery so
that it does not tip over during transport.
Fuses Replacing fuses
Never attempt to repair a blown fuse and
do not replace a defective fuse with a substi‐
tute of another color or amperage rating; this
could lead to a circuit overload, ultimately re‐
sulting in a fire in the vehicle.◀
Access to fuse box:
1.Open the glove compartment.2.Release the damper from the bottom
holder by applying pressure toward the
front, arrow 1.3.Unlock the glove compartment by pressing
on both tabs, arrows 2, and fold down.
A pair of plastic tweezers is found on the cur‐
rent distributor.
Information on the fuses can be found on the
back of the cover.
Spare fuses are available from the service cen‐
ter.
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Everything from A to Z
IndexA ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 99
Accident, refer to Emergency Request, initiating 257
Acoustic signal, refer to Check Control 82
Activated charcoal filter with automatic climate con‐
trol 113
Adaptive brake lights, refer to Brake force display 98
Adaptive Light Control 86
Additional telephone 198
Additives, coolant 246
Additives, engine oil 245
After washing vehicle 264
Airbags 90
Airbags, indicator/warning light 93
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated air mode 112
Air conditioning mode, auto‐ matic climate control 110
Air conditioning mode, venti‐ lation 113
Air distribution, auto‐ matic 111
Air distribution, manual 111
Air drying, refer to Cooling function 112
Air flow rate 112
Airing, refer to Ventila‐ tion 113
Air pressure, refer to Tire in‐ flation pressure 232
Air supply, automatic climate control 110
Air supply, ventilation 113 Air vents, refer to Ventila‐
tion 113
Alarm system 41
Alarm system, avoiding unin‐ tentional alarms 42
Alarm system, ending an alarm 41
Alarm system, interior motion sensor 42
Alarm system, tilt alarm sen‐ sor 42
All around the headliner 19
ALL program 112
All-season tires, refer to Win‐ ter tires 240
All-wheel drive, refer to xDrive 101
Alternating-code hand-held transmitter 116
AM/FM station 168
Announcement, navigation, see Spoken instruc‐
tions 157
Antifreeze, coolant 246
Antifreeze, washer fluid 67
Antilock Brake System, ABS 99
Anti-slip control, refer to Dy‐ namic Stability Control
DSC 99
Anti-theft protection 34
Appointments 214
Approved axle loads, refer to Weights 270
Approved engine oils 245
Approved gross vehicle weight, refer to
Weights 270
Armrest, refer to Center arm‐ rest 126 Arrival time, refer to Com‐
puter 76
Ashtray 119
Assistance with driving off, refer to Drive-off assis‐
tant 102
Assistance with starting en‐ gine, refer to Jump-start‐
ing 258
Audio device, external 126
Audio playback 177
Audio playback, Blue‐ tooth 189
Automatic, air distribu‐ tion 111
Automatic, air flow rate 111
Automatic car wash 263
Automatic climate con‐ trol 110
Automatic climate control, automatic air distribu‐
tion 111
Automatic, cruise control 103
Automatic Curb Monitor 51
Automatic headlight con‐ trol 86
Automatic recirculated air control 112
Automatic Start/Stop func‐ tion 61
Automatic transmission with Steptronic 67, 70
Automatic transmission with Steptronic, interlock 67
Automatic transmission with Steptronic, kickdown 68, 70
Automatic transmission with Steptronic, overriding selec‐
tor lever lock 69
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Cargo floor panel, foldingup 123
Cargo floor panel, raising 123
Cargo net, refer to Partition net 121
Cargo straps, securing cargo 137
Car key, refer to Integrated key/remote control 32
Carpet, care 265
Car phone, installation loca‐ tion, refer to Center arm‐
rest 126
Car phone, refer to Tele‐ phone 198
Car vacuum cleaner, connect‐ ing, refer to Connecting
electrical devices 119
Car wash 263
Catalytic converter, refer to Hot exhaust system 133
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice 247
CD/DVD 176
CD notes 180
CDs, storing 181
Cell phone, installation loca‐ tion, refer to Center arm‐
rest 126
Center armrest, front 126
Center armrest, rear 126
Center brake lamp, bulb re‐ placement 255
Center console, refer to Around the center con‐
sole 18
Central locking, Comfort Ac‐ cess 39
Central locking from the in‐ side 37
Central locking from the out‐ side 33
Central locking, setting the unlocking characteristics 34
Central screen, refer to Con‐ trol Display 20 Changes, technical, refer to
Safety 7
Changing wheels/tires 239
Check Control 82
Children, transporting 54
Child restraint fixing system LATCH 55
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tems 54
Child restraint fixing systems, mounting 54
Child safety locks 57
Child seat, mounting 54
Child seats, refer to Trans‐ porting children safely 54
Chrome parts, care 265
Cigarette lighter, connecting electrical devices 119
Cigarette lighter, refer to Lighter 119
Cigarette lighter socket 119
Circulation of air, refer to Re‐ circulated air mode 112
Cleaning, displays 266
Cleaning your BMW, refer to Care 263
Clock 73
Clock, 12h/24h format 78
Clock, setting the time and date 78
Clock, setting the time zone 78
Closing from the inside 37
Closing from the outside 34
Clothes hooks 127
Cockpit 14
Cold start, refer to Starting the engine 60
Combination instrument, refer to Instrument cluster 16
Combination switch, refer to Turn signal/high beams/
headlamp flasher 64
Combination switch, refer to Washer/wiper system 64
Comfort Access 39 Comfort Access, battery re‐
placement 41
Comfort area, refer to Around the center console 18
Compact wheel, inflation pressure 232
Compartment for remote control, refer to Ignition
lock 59
Compartment in floor 123
Compartments, refer to Stor‐ age compartments 125
Compass, digital 117
Computer 75
Computer, displaying infor‐ mation 75
Computer, displays on the Control Display 76
Concierge service 221
Condensation under the vehi‐ cle 134
Condition Based Service CBS 247
Confirmation signals 35
Connecting, mobile phone, refer to Pairing the mobile
phone 199
Consumption, refer to Aver‐ age fuel consumption 75
Contacts 210
Control Display 20
Control Display, care 266
Control Display, settings 79
Controller 21
Controls and displays 14
Control systems, driving sta‐ bility 99
Convenient operation, glass sunroof 34
Convenient operation, win‐ dow 34
Coolant 246
Coolant, checking the level 246
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Cooling function, switchingon and off 112
Cooling, maximum 111
Cooling system, refer to Cool‐ ant 246
Corrosion on brake discs 134
Courtesy lights, refer to Inte‐ rior lights 89
Cradle for telephone or mo‐ bile phone, refer to Snap-in
adapter 207
Cruise control 103
Cruise control, malfunc‐ tion 105
Cupholder 127
Curb weight, refer to Weights 270
Current fuel consumption 74
Current location, storing 148
Curve lights, refer to Adaptive Light Control 86
D
Dashboard lighting, refer to Instrument lighting 89
Dashboard, refer to Cock‐ pit 14
Data, technical 270
Date, date format 79
Date, setting 78
Daytime running lights 86
Daytime running lights, bulb replacement 253
Defroster, rear window 113
Destination entry via the ad‐ dress book 148
Destination guidance 155
Destination guidance with in‐ termediate destinations 153
Destination input, naviga‐ tion 146
Digital clock 73
Digital compass 117
Digital radio 169
Dimming mirrors 52 Directional indicators, refer to
Turn signals 64
Display lighting, refer to In‐ strument lighting 89
Displays and controls 14
Displays, care 266
Displays, cleaning 266
Displays, refer to Instrument cluster 16
Disposal, coolant 246
Disposal, vehicle battery 256
Distance warning, refer to Park Distance Control
PDC 105
Divided rear seat backrest, re‐ fer to Cargo area, enlarg‐
ing 121
Divided screen view, split screen 24
Door key, refer to Remote control with integrated
key 32
Door lock 36
Doors, manual operation 37
Doors, unlocking and locking, confirmation signals 35
Doors, unlocking and locking from the inside 37
Doors, unlocking and locking from the outside 34
DOT Quality Grades 238
Downhill control 101
Draft-free ventilation 113
Drive-off assistant 102
Driving away on inclines, refer to Drive-off assistant 102
Driving notes, breaking in 132
Driving notes, general 132
Driving on poor roads 134
Driving stability control sys‐ tems 99
Driving through water 133
Driving tips, refer to Driving notes 132 Dry air, refer to Cooling func‐
tion 112
DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol 99
DTC Dynamic Traction Con‐ trol 100
DTMF suffix dialing 204
DVD/CD 176
DVDs, storing 181
DVD, video 178
Dynamic destination guid‐ ance 162
Dynamic Stability Control DSC 99
Dynamic Traction Control DTC 100
E ECO PRO 140
ECO PRO display 140
ECO PRO driving mode 140
ECO PRO mode 140
EfficientDynamics, refer to Saving fuel 139
Electrical malfunction, door lock 37
Electrical malfunction, driver's door 37
Electrical malfunction, fuel filler flap 229
Electrical malfunction, tail‐ gate 38
Electric seat adjustment 47
Electronic brake-force distri‐ bution 99
Electronic engine oil level check 243
Electronic Stability Program ESP, refer to Dynamic Sta‐
bility Control DSC 99
Emergency operation, auto‐ matic transmission, refer to
Overriding selector lever
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