BMW 5 Series: Engine oil
Vehicle equipment
All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional equipment or country variant. This also applies for safety-related functions and systems.
General information
The engine oil consumption is dependent on the driving style and driving conditions.
Therefore, regularly check the engine oil level after refueling.
- For the 530i, 535i, 550i, 525d, 530d and 535d: check oil level
- For 520i and 528i: Check oil level
- Adding engine oil
- Oil types for refilling
- Oil change
- Coolant
Hood
Opening the hood
Working in the engine compartment
Never attempt to perform any service or
repair operations on your vehicle without the
necessary professional technical training.
If you are u ...
For the 530i, 535i, 550i, 525d,
530d and 535d: check oil level
The concept
The oil level is monitored electronically and displayed
on the Control Display.
Requirements
▷ The engine must be running and warm after
the vehicle has been driven for at lea ...
See also:
Activating/deactivating ESP®
WARNING
The ESP® should not be switched off during
normal driving.
Disabling of the system will result in the
following:
- no restriction to engine torque
- loss of system-supported ...
To install the cover housing
1. To install the cover housing, insert both ends of the cover housing into the
retainers.
2. Make sure to fix the front part of the cargo area cover behind the rear seat. ...
Warning displays
The warning displays show the distance
between the sensors and the obstacle. The
warning display for the front area is located
on the dashboard above the center air vents.
The warning display f ...
