2010 BMW 128 Owner's Manual - Page 201

Important parts of the engine compartment 1 2 Expansion tank for coolant, refer to page 201 Washer fluid filler neck for headlamp cleaning system and window washer system, refer to page 61 3 4 Jump-starting connection, refer to page 216 Fluid filler neck for engine oil, refer to Adding engine oil, page 201 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 precise measurement and display of the oil level, the engine must be at operating temperature, i.e. following at least 6.2 miles/10 km of uninterrupted driving. 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. The oil level is checked and the reading displayed. 199 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 846 - © 08/09 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance