2006 BMW M5 Owner's Manual - Page 185

value indicates the current oil level in liters above Minimum. After starting the engine, the last determined value is displayed. The oil level must be between the two marks. Possible displays Exact measurement The oil level is measured continuously while driving or when stopped with the engine running. The determination of a new value can take 30 minutes or longer. If only dashes are shown in the display, it was not possible to determine a new value. This can, for example, be the case when driving short distances or with a sporty driving style.< 1 2 Oil level OK Oil level at minimum: Add a maximum of 1 US quart/1 liter of engine oil at the next opportunity, refer to Adding engine oil below Oil level too high Have the vehicle checked immediately, otherwise engine damage may result if too much oil has been added.< 4 5 6 Oil level at maximum Quick measurement running: oil level is being determined No value can be determined at this time Controls 183 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 213 - © 02/06 BMW AG 3 In addition to the continuous measurement, you can also quickly determine the current oil level, e.g. after adding engine oil, however with a low measuring accuracy. 1. With the engine at operating temperature, i.e. after at least 6 miles/10 km of uninterrupted driving, park the vehicle in a horizontal position. 2. Allow the engine to run at idle. 3. Press the BC button in the turn signal lever repeatedly until the oil level display is shown in the instrument cluster. 4. Press the BC button in the turn signal lever for at least 2 seconds. The oil level is determined. A clock symbol is displayed during the measurement. 5. After approx. 1 minute the current oil level is displayed. If not all measuring conditions are met, e.g. with the engine cold, "-.-" is displayed. The requested measurement is carried out as soon as possible.< Adding engine oil Do not add oil until a value slightly above the Minimum of 0.0 quarts/liters is displayed by the oil level measurement. In this area a message is also shown on the Control Display. Add oil within the next 125 miles/200 km, otherwise the engine could be damaged. Add a maximum of 1 US quart/1 liter of oil, otherwise the engine may be damaged by adding too much oil. Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Fast measurement Driving tips At a glance