BMW X1 - Page 349

NOTICE
Too much water reduces the cooling and an-
tifreeze properties of the coolant. There is a
risk of damage to property. Use a 50:50 mix-
ing ratio of water to coolant additive.
Coolant level
General information
The coolant may be overfilled in the coolant
reservoir when the vehicle is delivered from the
factory. The normal coolant level is achieved
by operating the vehicle for a longer period.
The nominal coolant level is indicated by the
maximum mark in the filler neck of the coolant
reservoir.
Additional information:
For an overview, refer to page 341.
Checking the coolant level
1.
Allow the engine to cool down.
2. Opening the hood.
3. Turn the coolant reservoir cap slightly
counterclockwise to allow any excess pres-
sure to dissipate, then open it.
4. Open the coolant reservoir cap.
5. The coolant level is correct when it is just
below the maximum mark in the filler neck.
6. Close the coolant reservoir cap.
Additional information:
Opening the hood, refer to page 342.
Adding coolant
To top up the coolant, proceed as follows:
1. Allow the engine to cool down.
2. Opening the hood.
3. Turn the coolant reservoir cap slightly
counterclockwise to allow any excess pres-
sure to dissipate, then open it.
4. Open the coolant reservoir cap.
5. If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up
to the specified fill level; do not overfill.
6. Close the cap.
7. Have the cause of the coolant loss elimi-
nated as soon as possible.
Additional information:
Opening the hood, refer to page 342.
Disposal
Comply with the relevant environmen-
tal protection regulations when dispos-
ing of coolant and coolant additives.
Washer fluid
Principle
Washer fluid is used to clean the windshields
and sensors. All spray nozzles are supplied
from one tank.
Use a mixture of tap water and windshield
washer concentrate. If desired, a windshield
washer concentrate containing antifreeze can
be used.
Recommended minimum fill quantity: 0.4 US
gal/2 liters.
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