2008 BMW 3 Series Owner's Manual - Page 227

Important parts of the engine compartment 1 2 Expansion tank for coolant, refer to page 227 Washer fluid filler neck for headlamp cleaning system and window washer system, refer to page 65 3 4 Jump-starting connection, refer to page 237 Filler neck for engine oil, refer to Adding engine oil Engine oil The engine oil consumption is dependent on driving style and driving conditions. Display in the instrument cluster Checking oil level Your car is equipped with an electronic oil-level monitor. For a precise measurement and display of the oil level, it is necessary that the engine be at operating temperature, i.e. after uninterrupted driving for at least approx. 6.5 miles/10 km. You can have the oil level displayed while you are driving, or while the vehicle is at a standstill on a level surface and the engine is running. 1. Push button 1 in the turn indicator lever up or down repeatedly until the appropriate symbol is shown 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. 225 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 258 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance