BMW 5 Series: Adding engine oil
Filler neck
Only replenish the maximum oil amount of 1 US quart/liter if the message is displayed in the instrument cluster or the oil level has dropped to just at the lower mark of the dipstick.
Protect children
Keep oil, grease, etc., out of reach of children
and heed the warnings on the containers
to prevent health risks.◀
Do not add too much engine oil
When too much engine oil is added, immediately
have the vehicle checked, otherwise,
this may cause engine damage.◀
For 520i and 528i: Check oil
level
The concept
The oil level is monitored electronically during
driving and shown on the Control Display.
If the oil level reaches the minimum level, a
check control message is displayed.
Displayi ...
Oil types for refilling
Notes
No oil additives
Oil additives may lead to engine damage.◀
Viscosity grades for engine oils
When selecting an engine oil, ensure that
the engine oil belongs to one of the viscosity ...
See also:
Services Not Included in Roadside
Assistance
Roadside Assistance does not
cover or reimburse services for the
following:
• Events caused by fraud or bad
faith by the driver.
• Vehicle immobilization situations
due to a major force ...
Active head restraint
In the event of a rear-end collision with a certain
severity, the active head restraint automatically
reduces the distance from the head.
Reduced protective function
▷ Do not use seat or ...
Use of Additives
With the exception of gas line antifreeze during winter months, do not add solvents,
thickeners, or other store-bought additives to your vehicle's fuel, cooling, or
lubricating systems. Overus ...
