2016 BMW 7 SERIES check engine light

Replacing the battery1.Remove integrated key from remote con‐
trol.2.Raise the cover of the battery compart‐
ment, arrow 1.3.Remove the cover of the battery compart‐
ment, arrow 2.4.Insert a battery of the same type with the
positive side facing up.5.Press the cover closed.
Take old battery to a collection point, a
dealer’s service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop.
New remote controls New remote controls are available from a
dealer’s service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
Loss of the remote controls
The lost remote control can be blocked by a
dealer’s service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
Emergency detection of remote
control
Engine readiness can also be activated in the
following situations:
▷Interference of radio transmission to re‐
mote control by external sources e.g., by
radio masts.▷Empty battery in remote control.▷Interference from radio transmissions
through mobile devices in close proximity
to remote control.▷Interference of radio transmission by
charger while charging items such as mo‐
bile devices in the vehicle.
A Check Control message is displayed when
an attempt is made to start the engine or acti‐
vate engine readiness.
Activation of drive-ready state via
emergency detection of the remote
control
If a respective Check Control message ap‐
pears, hold the remote control with its back
against the marked area on the steering col‐
umn. The tailgate button on the remote control
should be at the same height as the marked
area. Press the Start/Stop button within
10 seconds while pressing the brake pedal.
If the remote control is not recognized: slightly
change the height position of the remote con‐
trol and repeat the procedure.
BMW display key
General information
Instead of a standard remote control, the vehi‐
cle is equipped with the BMW display key with
an additional mechanical key. If the BMW dis‐
play key is used, the mechanical key should be
carried along, e.g. in the wallet.
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Automatic deactivation
In certain situations, Auto Start/Stop function
is deactivated automatically for safety reasons
as if the driver were absent.
Malfunction
The Auto Start/Stop function no longer
switches off the engine automatically. A Check
Control message is displayed. It is possible to
continue driving. Have the system checked.
Parking brake The concept
The parking brake is used to prevent the vehi‐
cle from rolling when it is parked.
Information WARNING
An unsecured vehicle can put itself into
motion and roll away. There is risk of an acci‐
dent. Before exiting, secure the vehicle against
rolling.
In order to ensure that the vehicle is secured
against rolling away, observe the following:▷Set the parking brake.▷On uphill grades or on a slope, turn the
front wheels in the direction of the curb.▷On uphill grades or on a slope, also secure
the vehicle, e.g. with a wheel chock.◀
WARNING
Unattended children or animals can
move the vehicle and endanger themselves
and traffic, e.g. with the following actions:
▷Pressing the Start/Stop button.▷Releasing the parking brake.▷Opening and closing of doors or windows.▷Shifting the selector lever into neutral.▷Using vehicle equipment.There is risk of accidents or injuries. Do not
leave children or animals unattended in the ve‐
hicle. Carry remote control along when exiting
and lock the vehicle.◀
Overview
Parking brake
Setting Pull the switch.
LED on the switch lights up.
The indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster lights up red. The parking brake
is set.
While driving Use as emergency brake while driving:
Pull the switch and hold it. The vehicle brakes
hard while the switch is being pulled.
The indicator lamp lights up red, a sig‐
nal sounds and the brake lights light
up.
A Check Control message is displayed.
If the vehicle is slowed down to a speed of ap‐
prox. 2 mph/3 km/h the parking brake is set.
Releasing
With drive readiness switched on:
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Selection lists  121
ECO PRO displays   241
Navigation display
Messages, e.g., Check Control5Engine temperature   1186Transmission display   106
Status, Driving Dynamics Control   1107On-board computer  1228Driver assistance system displays
Speed limit detection   1209Reset miles  123Adjusting the view
The concept In addition to the driving program views, the in‐
strument cluster can be adjusted to three dif‐
ferent operating modes.
Adjusting
About iDrive:1."My Vehicle"2."System settings"3."Displays"4."Instrument panel"5.Select desired setting.▷"STANDARD": All displays on the in‐
strument cluster are active.▷"REDUCED" All displays on the instru‐
ment cluster are reduced to the essen‐
tial.▷"INDIVIDUAL": All displays on the in‐
strument cluster are active. Individual
displays can be individually configured.
Individual view
▷"Driving mode display": when the driving
program is switched into ECO PRO or
SPORT, the instrument cluster automati‐
cally switched into the respective view.▷"Traffic sign detection Speed Limit Info":
the traffic signs and additional signs recog‐
nized via speed limit detection are dis‐
played.▷"Speed limit exceeded": if the speed rec‐
ognized by speed limit detection is ex‐
ceeded, the exceeded range is marked red
in the speedometer.▷Instrument cluster with enhanced features:
"Magnifier function": the current speed is
shown enlarged in the speedometer.
Check Control
The concept The Check Control system monitors functions
in the vehicle and notifies you of malfunctions
in the monitored systems.
A Check Control message is displayed as a
combination of indicator or warning lights and
text messages in the instrument cluster and in
the Head-up Display.
In addition, an acoustic signal may sound and a text message may appear on the Control Dis‐
play.
Indicator/warning lights
General information
The indicator and warning lights in the instru‐
ment cluster can light up in a variety of combi‐
nations and colors.
Several of the lamps are checked for proper
functioning and light up temporarily when drive
readiness is switched on.
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▷Interference through systems or devices
with the same radio frequency: After leav‐
ing the area of the interference, the system
automatically becomes active again.▷TPM could not conclude the reset: perform
the reset of the system again.▷A wheel without TPM electronics is
mounted: Have it checked by a dealer’s
service center or another qualified service
center or repair shop as needed.▷Malfunction: Have system checked imme‐
diately by a dealer’s service center or an‐
other qualified service center or repair
shop.
For more information, see Tire Pressure Moni‐
tor, refer to page 264.
Steering system Steering system in some cases not
working.
Have steering system checked imme‐
diately by a dealer’s service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop.
Engine functions Engine function disturbed. Have vehi‐
cle checked immediately by a dealer’s
service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
For additional information, refer to On-board
Diagnostics socket, refer to page 280.
Green lights Turn signal Turn signal switched on.
Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator
lamp indicates that a turn signal bulb
has failed.
For additional information, refer to Turn signal,
refer to page 103.
Parking lights, headlight control
Parking lights or headlights are acti‐
vated.
For additional information, refer to
Parking lights/low beams, headlight control, re‐
fer to page 129.
Lane departure warning The system is activated. At least one
lane marking was detected and warn‐
ings can be issued.
For additional information, refer to Lane depar‐
ture warning, refer to page 150.
Front fog lights Front fog lights are activated.
For additional information, refer to
Front fog lights, refer to page 132.
High-beam Assistant High-beam Assistant is switched on.
High beams are activated and off auto‐
matically as a function of the traffic sit‐
uation.
For additional information, refer to High-beam
Assistant, refer to page 132.
Automatic Hold Function is activated. The vehicle is au‐
tomatically held in place when it is sta‐
tionary.
For more information, see Automatic Hold, re‐
fer to page 101.
Blue lights
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Activating/deactivating the speed
warning
About iDrive:1."My Vehicle"2."Vehicle settings"3."Speed warning"4."Speed warning"5.Press the controller.
Setting your current speed as the
speed warning
About iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."Vehicle settings"3."Speed warning"4."Select current speed"5.Press the controller.
The current vehicle speed is stored as the
speed warning.
Vehicle status
The concept The status can be displayed and actions per‐
formed for several systems.
Opening the vehicle status
About iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."Vehicle status"
Information at a glance
▷ "Flat Tire Monitor": Status of the Flat
Tire Monitor, refer to page 269.▷ "Tire Pressure Monitor": Status of the
Tire Pressure Monitor, refer to page 265.▷Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor, refer to
page 265.▷ "Engine oil level"Electronic engine
oil level check, refer to page 273.▷ "Check Control": Display of stored
Check Control messages, refer to
page 117.▷ "Service required"Display of service
requirements, refer to page 119.▷ "Service Request": Service request.
Head-up Display
Overview
The concept
This system projects important information
into the driver's field of vision, e. g., the speed.
The driver can get information without averting
his or her eyes from the road.
Information Follow the instructions for cleaning the Head-
up Display, refer to page 294.
Display visibility The visibility of the displays in the Head-up
Display is influenced by the following factors:
▷Certain sitting positions.▷Objects on the cover of the Head-up Dis‐
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Weather
In the event of unfavorable weather and light conditions, e. g. if there is rain, snowfall, slush,
fog or glare, this may result in poorer recogni‐
tion of vehicles as well as short-term interrup‐
tions for vehicles that are already detected. Drive attentively, and react to the current trafficsituation. If necessary, intervene actively, e.g.
by braking, steering or evading.
Radar sensor
For US owners only
The transmitter and receiver units comply with
part 15 of the FCC/Federal Communication
Commission regulations. Operation is gov‐
erned by the following:
FCC ID:▷OAYARS3-A
Compliance statement:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
▷This device may not cause harmful inter‐
ference, and▷this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Any unauthorized modifications or changes to
these devices could void the user's authority to
operate this equipment.
Malfunction
The system cannot be activated if the radar sensor is not aligned correctly. This may be
caused by damage incurred during parking,
e.g.
A Check Control message is displayed if the
system fails.
The function for detecting and responding
when approaching stationary vehicles may be limited in the following situations:
▷During calibration of the camera immedi‐
ately after vehicle delivery.▷If the camera is malfunctioning or dirty. A
Check Control message is displayed.
Cruise control
The concept The system maintains a preset speed via the
buttons on the steering wheel. The system
brakes on downhill gradients if engine braking
is insufficient.
General information
Depending on the driving settings, the features
of the cruise control can change in certain
areas.
The desired speed is also maintained downhill,
but may not be maintained on uphill grades if
engine power is insufficient.
Due to the driving style that minimizes fuel
consumption in ECO PRO drive mode, the ve‐
hicle may drop below the set desired speed in
some situations, e.g. on uphill grades.
Information WARNING
The use of the system can lead to an in‐
creased risk of accidents in the following situa‐
tions:
▷On winding roads.▷In heavy traffic.▷On slippery roads, in fog, snow or rain, or
on a loose road surface.
There is risk of accidents or risk of property
damage. Only use the system if driving at con‐
stant speed is possible.◀
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Status displayThe current status of the flat tire monitor can
be displayed, e.g., whether the RPA is active.
About iDrive:1."My Vehicle"2."Vehicle status"3. "Flat Tire Monitor"
The status is displayed.
Initialization
When initializing the once set inflation tire
pressures serve as reference values in order to
detect a flat tire. Initialization is started by con‐
firming the tire inflation pressures.
Do not initialize the system when driving with
snow chains.
About iDrive:
1."My Vehicle"2."Vehicle status"3.Flat Tire Monitor reset4.Start the engine - do not drive off.5.Start the initialization: "Perform reset"6.Drive away.
The initialization is completed while driving,
which can be interrupted at any time.
The initialization automatically continues when
driving resumes.
Indication of a flat tire The yellow warning lamp lights up. A
Check Control message is displayed.
There is a flat tire or a major loss in tire
inflation pressure.
1.Reduce your speed and stop cautiously.
Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu‐
vers.2.Check whether the vehicle is fitted with
normal tires or run-flat tires.Run-flat tires, refer to page 260, are la‐
beled with a circular symbol containing the
letters RSC marked on the tire's sidewall.
WARNING
A damaged regular tire with low or miss‐
ing tire inflation pressure impacts handling,
such as steering and braking response. Run-
flat tires can maintain limited stability. There is
risk of an accident. Do not continue driving if
the vehicle is not equipped with run-flat tires.
Observe the information on run-flat tires and
continued driving with these tires.◀
When a flat tire is indicated, DSC Dynamic Sta‐
bility Control is switched on if needed.
System limits
A natural, even tire inflation pressure loss in all four tires will not be recognized. Therefore,
check the tire inflation pressure regularly.
Sudden serious tire damage caused by exter‐
nal circumstances cannot be recognized in ad‐
vance.
The system could be delayed or malfunction in
the following situations:
▷When the system has not been initialized.▷When driving on a snowy or slippery road
surface.▷Sporty driving style: spinning traction
wheels, high lateral acceleration (drifting).▷When driving with snow chains.
Actions in the event of a flat tire
Normal tires
1.Identify the damaged tire.
Do this by checking the air pressure in all
four tires.
The tire pressure gauge of the Mobility
System, refer to page 260, can be used for
this purpose.
If the tire inflation pressure in all four tires
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CoolantVehicle features and optionsThis 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.
Information WARNING
With the engine hot and the cooling sys‐
tem open, coolant can escape and lead to
burns. There is risk of injuries. Only open the
cooling system with the engine cooled down.◀
WARNING
Additives are harmful and incorrect addi‐
tives can damage the engine. There is risk of
injuries and risk of property damage. Avoid the
contact of articles of clothing, skin or eyes with
additives. Do not swallow any additives. Use
suitable additives only.◀
Coolant consists of water and additives.
Not all commercially available additives are
suitable for the vehicle. Information about suit‐
able additives is available from a dealer’s serv‐
ice center or another qualified service center or
repair shop.
Coolant level
General information
Vehicles with gasoline engine feature two
cooling circuits. Always check the coolant lev‐els of both coolant reservoirs and refill as
needed.
The coolant level is indicted using minimum
and maximum markings. Depending on the
coolant reservoir, the minimum and maximum
markings are located at different locations.
Overview
Opening the hood, refer to page 272
Depending on the engine installation, the cool‐
ant reservoir is located on the right side or the
left side of the engine compartment, refer to
page 271.
Checking the coolant level in the filler
neck1.Let the engine cool.2.Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly
counterclockwise to allow any excess
pressure to dissipate, then open it.3.Open the coolant reservoir lid.4.The coolant level is correct if it lies be‐
tween the minimum and maximum marks
in the filler neck.
Adding
1.Let the engine cool.2.Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly
counterclockwise to allow any excess
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