BMW M5 - Page 333

If the engine oil level is outside its permissible
operating range, a Check Control message is
shown.
Operating requirements
A current measurement is available after approxi‐
mately 30 minutes of normal driving.
Displaying the engine oil level
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "Vehicle status"
3. "Engine oil level"
The engine oil level is displayed.
System limits
When frequently making short trips or using a
dynamic driving style, it may not be possible to
calculate a measurement. In this case, the meas‐
urement for the last, sufficiently long journey is
displayed.
Detailed measurement
Principle
The engine oil level is checked when the vehicle
is stationary and is shown on a scale.
If the engine oil level is outside its permissible
operating range, a Check Control message is
shown.
General
During the measurement, the idle speed is
slightly raised.
Operating requirements
▷ Vehicle is standing horizontally.
▷ Selector lever in selector lever position N or P
and accelerator pedal not pressed.
▷ Engine is running and is at operating temper‐
ature.
Carrying out a detailed
measurement
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "Vehicle status"
3. "Engine oil level"
4. "Measure engine oil level"
5. "Start measurement"
The engine oil level is checked and shown on a
scale.
Adding engine oil
General
Do not top up engine oil unless a message is dis‐
played in the instrument cluster. The top-up
amount is specified in the message on the Con‐
trol Display.
Only replenish with suitable types of engine oil,
see page 334.
Safely stop the vehicle and switch off drive-ready
state before topping up with engine oil.
Ensure not to top up with too much engine oil.
Spilled engine oil can damage carbon parts.
Wipe up spilled engine oil with a lint-free cloth.
Safety notes
WARNING
Service products, for example oils, greases,
coolants and fuels, can contain substances that
are harmful to health. There is a danger of in‐
jury or even death. Comply with the instructions
on the containers. Do not allow service prod‐
ucts to come into contact with clothing, skin or
eyes. Do not pour service products into other
bottles. Keep service products out of the reach
of children.
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