2010 BMW 335 Owner's Manual - Page 201

Wrong fluid A warning lamp lights up: The wrong fluid was filled into the reservoir. Please contact your BMW center. Having the diesel exhaust fluid refilled Diesel exhaust fluid is refilled by your BMW center during regular service. If the service intervals are adhered to, it generally does not need to be refilled between service appointments. Under certain conditions, e.g. especially frequent accelerations or operation of the vehicle at high altitudes, it may become necessary to refill the fluid between service appointments. When this reserve display appears in the instrument cluster, have diesel exhaust fluid refilled to avoid not being able to start the engine. You can have the fluid refilled by a BMW center. exhaust fluid in an enclosed area, ensure that the room is well ventilated. After handling diesel exhaust fluid, wash your hands thoroughly; otherwise, for example, inadvertently touching your eyes may lead to eye irritations. If eye irritations occur, rinse the eyes thoroughly with water and consult a physician if necessary. If diesel exhaust fluid comes into contact with the surface of your vehicle, rinse the affected areas with water to prevent surface damage. Keep diesel exhaust fluid away from children.< > Preferred: BMW Diesel Exhaust Fluid. Diesel exhaust fluid can be refilled conveniently with this bottle and its special adapter. > Alternatively: NOx reduction agent AUS 32 You can obtain diesel exhaust fluid from your BMW center. Diesel exhaust fluid at low temperatures Because of its physical properties, it may be necessary to refill diesel exhaust fluid between regular service appointments at temperatures below +23 7/-56. The need to add fluid is indicated by the reserve display in the instrument cluster, refer to page 198.< Refilling quantity Refilling quantity when the reserve display first appears: Approx. 1 US gallon/3.7 liters Opening the diesel exhaust fluid reservoir 1. Remove the cover in the bumper by pressing on it, see arrow. Refilling diesel exhaust fluid in exceptional cases To be able to reach the next BMW center, you can refill diesel exhaust fluid yourself while adhering to the following warnings. Do not come into contact with diesel exhaust fluid as it can lead to skin or eye irritations. Wear goggles and gloves, if necessary. Follow the safety instructions on the bottle. Vapors with a sharp odor can escape from the bottle or container when it is opened. Before refilling, completely close the windows and doors of the vehicle to prevent the vapors from intruding into the interior. If handling diesel 199 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 603 048 - © 08/09 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Suitable diesel exhaust fluid Controls At a glance