2019 BMW 7 SERIES Owners Manual

Closing
Let
the
hood
drop
from
a
height
of
approx.
16
inj
ches/40
cm
and
push
down
on
it
to
lock
it
fully.
The
hood
must
engage
on
both
sides.
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Engine
oilVehicle
features
andoptions
This
chapter
describes
all
standard,
country-spejcific
and
optional
features
offered
with
the
series. It
also
describes
features
that
are
not
necessarilyavailable
in
your
vehicle,
e.
g.,
due
to
the
selectedoptions
or
country
versions.
This
also
applies
to
safety-related
functions
and
systems.
When
usj
ing
these
functions
and
systems,
the
applicable laws
and
regulations
must
be
observed.
General
information
The
engine
oil
consumption
is
dependent
on
your
driving
style
and
driving
conditions.
Therefore,
regularly
check
the
engine
oil
level
afj ter
refueling
by
taking
a
detailed
measurement.
The
engine
oil
consumption
can
increase
in
the following
situations,
for
example:
'xSporty
driving
style.'xBreak-in
of
the
engine.'xIdling
of
the
engine.'xWith
use
of
engine
oil
types
that
are
classified
as
not
suitable.
Different
Check
Control
messages
appear
on
the Control
Display
depending
on
the
engine
oil
level.
Safety
information
NOTICE
An
engine
oil
level
that
is
too
low
causes
enj gine
damage.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to property.
Immediately
add
engine
oil.
NOTICE
Too
much
engine
oil
can
damage
the
engine
or
the
catalytic
converter.
There
is
a
risk
of
damj
age
to
property.
Do
not
add
too
much
engine oil.
When
too
much
engine
oil
is
added,
havethe
engine
oil
level
corrected
by
a
dealerss
servjice
center
or
another
qualified
service
center
or
repair
shop.
Electronic
oil
measurement
General
information
The
electronic
oil
measurement
has
two
measurj
ing
principles:
'xMonitoring.'xDetailed
measurement.
When
making
frequent
short-distance
trips
or
using
a
dynamic
driving
style,
for
instance
when
taking
curves
aggressively,
regularly
perform
a
detailed
measurement.
Monitoring
Concept
The
engine
oil
level
is
monitored
electronically
while
driving
and
can
be
shown
on
the
Control Display.
If
the
engine
oil
level
is
outside
its
permissible operating
range,
a
Check
Control
message
is
displayed.
A
red
indicator
light
indicates
that
the
enj
gine
oil
pressure
is
too
low.
Functional
requirements A
current
measured
value
is
available
after
apj
prox.
30
minutes
of
normal
driving.
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Displaying
the
engine
oil
levelVia
iDrive:1.My
Vehicle2.Vehicle
status3.

Engine
oil
level
The
engine
oil
level
is
displayed.
System
limits When
making
frequent
short-distance
trips
orusing
a
dynamic
driving
style,
it
may
not
be
posjsible
to
calculate
a
measured
value.
In
this
case,
the
measured
value
for
the
last,
sufficiently
long trip
is
displayed.
Detailed
measurement
Concept The
engine
oil
level
is
checked
when
the
vehicleis
stationary
and
displayed
via
a
scale.
If
the
engine
oil
level
is
outside
its
permissible
operating
range,
a
Check
Control
message
is
displayed.
General
information
During
the
measurement,
the
idle
speed
is
inj creased
somewhat.
Functional
requirements
'xVehicle
is
parked
in
a
horizontal
position.'xSelector
lever
in
selector
lever
position
N
or
P
and
accelerator
pedal
not
depressed.'xEngine
is
running
and
is
at
operating
temperj ature.
Performing
a
detailed
measurement
Via
iDrive:
1.My
Vehicle2.Vehicle
status3.

Engine
oil
level4.Measure
engine
oil
level5.Start
measurement
The
engine
oil
level
is
checked
and
displayed
via
a
scale.
Adding
engine
oil
General
informationOnly
add
engine
oil
when
the
message
is
disj
played
in
the
instrument
cluster.
The
quantity
to be
added
is
indicated
in
the
message
shown
onthe
Control
Display.
Only
add
suitable
types
of
engine
oil,
refer
to
page
340.
Safely
park
the
vehicle
and
switch
off
drive-ready
state
before
adding
engine
oil.
Take
care
not
to
add
too
much
engine
oil.
Safety
information
WARNING
Operating
materials,
for
instance
oils,
greases,
coolants,
fuels,
can
contain
harmful
ingredients. There
is
a
risk
of
injuries
or
danger
to
life.
Folj
low
the
instructions
on
the
containers.
Avoid
the
contact
of
articles
of
clothing,
skin
or
eyes
with
operating
materials.
Do
not
refill
operating
materials
into
different
bottles.
Store
operating
materials
out
of
reach
of
children.
NOTICE
An
engine
oil
level
that
is
too
low
causes
enj
gine
damage.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Immediately
add
engine
oil.
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NOTICE
Too
much
engine
oil
can
damage
the
engine
or
the
catalytic
converter.
There
is
a
risk
of
damj
age
to
property.
Do
not
add
too
much
engine
oil.
When
too
much
engine
oil
is
added,
have the
engine
oil
level
corrected
by
a
dealerss
servjice
center
or
another
qualified
service
center
or
repair
shop.
Overview
The
oil
filler
neck
is
located
in
the
engine
comj
partment,
refer
to
page
335.
M760Li:
opening/closing
the
flap
When
the
flap
is
closed,
it
must
latch.
Adding
engine
oil
1.Open
the
hood,
refer
to
page
336.2.Open
the
lid
counterclockwise.3.Add
engine
oil.4.Close
the
cap.Engine
oil
types
to
add
General
information
The
engine
oil
quality
is
critical
for
the
life
of
the
engine.
Only
add
the
types
of
engine
oil
which
are
listed.
Safety
information
NOTICE
Oil
additives
can
damage
the
engine.
There
is
a risk
of
damage
to
property.
Do
not
use
oil
addij
tives.
NOTICE
Incorrect
engine
oil
can
cause
malfunctions
in the
engine
or
damage
it.
There
is
a
risk
of
damj
age
to
property.
When
selecting
an
engine
oil,
make
sure
that
the
engine
oil
has
the
correct
oil
rating.
Suitable
engine
oil
types
Add
engine
oils
that
meet
the
following
oil
rating
standards:
Gasoline
engineBMW
Longlife-01
FE.BMW
Longlife-14
FE+.BMW
Longlife-17
FE+.
Oil
ratings
BMW
Longlife-14
FE+
and
BMW
Longlife-17
FE+
are
not
suitable
for
gasoline
enj
gines
50i
and
60i.
Alternative
engine
oil
types If
an
engine
oil
suitable
for
continuous
use
is
notavailable,
up
to
1
US
quart/liter
of
an
engine
oilwith
the
following
oil
rating
can
be
added:
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Oil
ratingAPI
SL.API
SM.API
SN.
Viscosity
grades
Viscosity
gradesSAE
0W-20.SAE
0W-30.
Viscosity
grade
SAE
0W-20
is
not
suitable
for
gasoline
engines
50i
and
60i.
More
information
about
suitable
oil
ratings
and viscosity
grades
of
engine
oils
can
be
requested
from
a
dealerss
service
center
or
another
qualij
fied
service
center
or
repair
shop.
Engine
oil
change
NOTICE
Engine
oil
that
is
not
changed
in
timely
fashion can
cause
increased
engine
wear
and
thus
enj gine
damage.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
toproperty.
Do
not
exceed
the
service
data
indijcated
in
the
vehicle.
The
vehicle
manufacturer
recommends
that
youhave
a
dealerss
service
center
or
another
qualij
fied
service
center
or
repair
shop
change
the
enj
gine
oil.
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features
andoptions
This
chapter
describes
all
standard,
country-spejcific
and
optional
features
offered
with
the
series. It
also
describes
features
that
are
not
necessarilyavailable
in
your
vehicle,
e.
g.,
due
to
the
selectedoptions
or
country
versions.
This
also
applies
to
safety-related
functions
and
systems.
When
usj
ing
these
functions
and
systems,
the
applicable laws
and
regulations
must
be
observed.
General
information
Coolant
consists
of
water
and
additives.
Not
all
commercially
available
additives
are
suitaj ble
for
the
vehicle.
Information
about
suitable
adjditives
is
available
from
a
dealerss
service
centeror
another
qualified
service
center
or
repair
shop.
Safety
information
WARNING
With
the
engine
hot
and
the
cooling
system
open,
coolant
can
escape
and
lead
to
scalding.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury.
Only
open
the
cooling
system
with
the
engine
cooled
down.
WARNING
Additives
are
harmful
and
incorrect
additives can
damage
the
engine.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury
and
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Do
not
allow
additives
to
come
into
contact
with
skin,
eyes
or
articles
of
clothing.
Use
suitable
additives
only.
Coolant
level
General
information
Vehicles
with
gasoline
engine
feature
two
cooljing
circuits.
Always
check
the
coolant
levels
ofboth
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.
Depending
on
the
engine
installation,
the
coolant
reservoir
is
located
on
the
right
side
or
the
left
side
of
the
engine
compartment,
refer
to
page
335.
Checking
the
coolant
level
in
the
filler
neck
1.Let
the
engine
cool.2.Open
the
hood,
refer
to
page
336.3.Turn
the
lid
of
the
coolant
reservoir
slightly
counterclockwise
to
allow
any
excess
presj
sure
to
dissipate,
then
open
it.4.Open
the
coolant
reservoir
lid.5.The
coolant
level
is
correct
if
it
lies
between the
minimum
and
maximum
marks
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Adding1.Let
the
engine
cool.2.Open
the
hood,
refer
to
page
336.3.Turn
the
lid
of
the
coolant
reservoir
slightly
counterclockwise
to
allow
any
excess
presj
sure
to
dissipate,
then
open
it.4.Open
the
coolant
reservoir
lid.5.If
the
coolant
is
low,
slowly
add
coolant
up
to
the
specified
level;
do
not
overfill.6.Close
the
cap.7.Have
the
cause
of
the
coolant
loss
eliminated as
soon
as
possible.
Disposal
Comply
with
the
relevant
environmental
protection
regulations
when
disposing
of
coolant
and
coolant
additives.
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MaintenanceVehicle
features
andoptions
This
chapter
describes
all
standard,
country-spejcific
and
optional
features
offered
with
the
series. It
also
describes
features
that
are
not
necessarilyavailable
in
your
vehicle,
e.
g.,
due
to
the
selectedoptions
or
country
versions.
This
also
applies
to
safety-related
functions
and
systems.
When
usj
ing
these
functions
and
systems,
the
applicable laws
and
regulations
must
be
observed.
BMW
maintenance
system
The
maintenance
system
indicates
required maintenance
measures,
and
thereby
providessupport
in
maintaining
road
safety
and
the
operajtional
reliability
of
the
vehicle.
In
some
cases,
scopes
and
intervals
of
the
mainj
tenance
system
may
vary
according
to
the
counj try
version.
Replacement
work,
spare
parts,
fuels
and
lubricants,
and
wear
materials
are
calculated
separately.
Further
information
is
available
from
a
dealerss
service
center
or
another
qualified
servj
ice
center
or
repair
shop.
Condition
Based
ServiceCBS
Concept
Sensors
and
special
algorithms
take
into
account the
driving
conditions
of
the
vehicle.
CBS
uses
these
to
calculate
the
need
for
maintenance.
The
system
makes
it
possible
to
adapt
the
amount
of
maintenance
corresponding
to
your
user
profile.
General
information
Information
on
service
requirements,
refer
to
page
154,
can
be
displayed
on
the
Control
Disj
play.
Service
data
in
the
remote
control
Information
on
the
required
maintenance
is
conjtinuously
stored
in
the
remote
control.
The
dealjerss
service
center
can
read
this
data
out
and
suggest
a
maintenance
scope
for
the
vehicle.
Therefore,
hand
the
service
advisor
the
remote
control
with
which
the
vehicle
was
driven
most recently.
Storage
periods Storage
periods
during
which
the
vehicle
battery
was
disconnected
are
not
taken
into
account.
If
this
occurs,
have
a
dealer's
service
center
or
another
qualified
service
center
or
repair
shop update
the
time-dependent
maintenance
procejdures,
such
as
checking
brake
fluid
and,
if
necesj
sary,
changing
the
engine
oil
and
the
microfilter/ activated-charcoal
filter.
Service
and
Warranty Information
Booklet
for
USmodels
and
Warranty
and Service
Guide
Booklet
forCanadian
models
Please
consult
your
Service
and
Warranty
Inforj
mation
Booklet
for
US
models
and
Warranty
and Service
Guide
Booklet
for
Canadian
models
for
additional
information
on
service
requirements.
The
manufacturer
of
your
vehicle
recommends
that
maintenance
and
repair
be
performed
by
a dealerss
service
center
or
another
qualified
servj
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