oil level BMW 3 SERIES ACTIVE HYBRID 2015 Owners Manual

Fuel gaugeVehicle tilt position may cause
the display to vary.
Depending on the equipment
version, the arrow beside the
fuel pump symbol shows which
side of the vehicle the fuel filler flap is on.
Hints on refueling, refer to page 188.
Tachometer
Always avoid engine speeds in the red warning
field. In this range, the fuel supply is inter‐
rupted to protect the engine.
Engine oil temperature▷Cold engine: the pointer is at
the low temperature end.
Drive at moderate engine
and vehicle speeds.▷Normal operating tempera‐
ture: the pointer is in the
middle or in the left half of
the temperature display.▷Hot engine: the pointer is at the high end of
the temperature range. A Check Control
message is also displayed.
Coolant temperature
If the coolant along with the engine becomes
too hot, a Check Control message is displayed.
Check the coolant level, refer to page 208.
Odometer and trip odometer
Display▷Odometer, arrow 1.▷Trip odometer, arrow 2.
Show/reset kilometers Press the knob.
▷When the ignition is
switched off, the time, the
external temperature and
the odometer are displayed.▷When the ignition is switched on, the trip
odometer is reset.
External temperature
If the indicator drops to
+37 ℉/+3 ℃ or lower, a signal
sounds.
A Check Control message is displayed.
There is an increased risk of ice on roads.
Ice on roads
Even at temperatures above
+37 ℉/+3 ℃, roads might be icy.
Therefore, drive carefully on bridges and
shaded roads, e.g., to avoid the increased risk
of an accident.◀
Time The time is displayed at the bot‐
tom of the instrument cluster.
Setting the time and time for‐
mat, refer to page 95.
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Retreaded tires
Possibly substantial variations in the de‐
sign and age of the tire casing structures can
limit service life and have a negative impact on
road safety.◀
Winter tires
Winter tires are recommended for operating on
winter roads.
Although so-called all-season M+S tires pro‐
vide better winter traction than summer tires, they do not provide the same level of perform‐
ance as winter tires.
Maximum speed of winter tires If the maximum speed of the vehicle is higher
than the permissible speed for the winter tires,
then a respective symbol is displayed in your
field of vision. You can obtain this sign from the
tire specialist or from your service center.
Maximum speed for winter tires
Do not exceed the maximum speed for
the respective winter tires; otherwise, tire dam‐
age and accidents can occur.◀
Run-flat tires If you are already using run-flat tires, for your
own safety you should replace them only with
the same kind. No spare tire is available in the
case of a flat tire. Your service center will be
glad to advise you.
Rotating wheels between axlesDifferent wear patterns can occur on the frontand rear axles depending on individual driving
conditions. The tires can be rotated between
the axles to achieve even wear. Your service
center will be glad to advise you. After rotating,
check the tire pressure and correct if needed.
Rotating the tires is not permissible on vehi‐
cles with different tire sizes or rim sizes on the
front and rear axles.Storage
Store wheels and tires in a cool, dry place with
as little exposure to light as possible.
Always protect tires against all contact with oil,
grease and fuels.
Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pres‐
sure indicated on the side wall of the tire.
Run-flat tires Label
RSC label on the tire sidewall.
The wheels consist of tires that are self-sup‐
porting, to a limited degree, and possibly spe‐
cial rims.
The support of the sidewall allows the tire to
remain drivable to a restricted degree in the
event of a tire inflation pressure loss.
Follow the instructions for continued driving
with a flat tire.
Changing run-flat tires
For your own safety, only use run-flat tires. No
spare tire is available in the case of a flat tire.
Your service center will be glad to advise you.
Mobility System
The concept With the Mobility System, minor tire damagecan be sealed quickly to enable continued
travel. To accomplish this, sealant is pumped
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Engine oilVehicle features and options
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
General information The engine oil consumption is dependent on
the driving style and driving conditions.
The engine oil consumption can increase in
case of, for example:▷Sporty driving.▷Break-in the engine.▷Idling of the engine.▷Usage of non-approved engine oil grades.
Therefore, regularly check the engine oil level
after refueling.
Depending on its engine, the vehicle is equip‐
ped with electronic oil measurement or oil
measuring is done with a dipstick.
The electronic oil measurement has two meas‐
uring principles:
▷Status display▷Detailed measurementElectronic oil measurement
Status display
The concept
The engine oil level is monitored electronically
while driving and shown on the Control Dis‐
play.
If the engine oil level reaches the minimum
level, a check control message is displayed.
Requirements
A current measured value is available after ap‐
prox. 30 minutes of driving. During a shorter
trip, the status of the last, sufficiently long trip
is displayed.
With frequent short-distance trips, regularly
perform a detailed measurement.
Displaying the engine oil level
On the Control Display:1."Vehicle info"2."Vehicle status"3. "Engine oil level"
Engine oil level display messages
Different messages appear on the display de‐
pending on the engine oil level. Pay attention
to these messages.
If the engine oil level is too low, within the next
125 miles/200 km Add engine oil, refer to
page 206.
Engine oil level too low
Add engine oil immediately; otherwise,
an insufficient amount of engine oil could re‐
sult in engine damage.◀
Take care not to add too much engine oil.
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Too much engine oil
Have the vehicle checked immediately;
otherwise, surplus engine oil can lead to en‐
gine damage.◀
Detailed measurement
The concept In the detailed measurement the engine oil
level is checked and displayed via a scale.
Gasoline engine:
If the engine oil level reaches the minimum
level, a check control message is displayed.
Diesel engine:
During the measurement, the idle speed is in‐
creased somewhat.
General information A detailed measurement is only possible with
certain engines.
Requirements▷Vehicle is on level road.▷Steptronic transmission: selector lever in
selector lever position N or P and accelera‐
tor pedal not depressed.▷Engine is running and is at operating tem‐
perature.
Performing a detailed measurement
In order to perform a detailed measurement of
the engine oil level:
1."Vehicle info"2."Vehicle status"3. "Measure engine oil level"4."Start measurement"
The engine oil level is checked and displayed
via a scale.
Time: approx. 1 minute.
Adding engine oil
General information
Switch off the ignition and safely park the vehi‐
cle before engine oil is added.
Oil filler neck
Only add engine oil when the message is dis‐
played in the instrument cluster. The quantity
to be added is indicated in the message dis‐
played in the instrument cluster.
Adding engine oil
Add oil within the next 125 miles/200 km;
otherwise, this may cause engine damage.◀
Do not add too much engine oil
When too much engine oil is added, im‐
mediately have the vehicle checked, otherwise,
this may cause engine damage.◀
Protect children
Keep oil, grease, etc., out of reach of chil‐
dren and observe the warnings on the contain‐
ers to prevent health risks.◀
Engine oil types to add Hints No oil additives
Oil additives may lead to engine dam‐
age.◀
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tertainment and Communi‐
cation
BMW Driver’s Guide App 6
BMW Homepage 6
BMW Internet page 6
BMW maintenance sys‐ tem 209
Bonus range, ECO PRO 182
Bottle holder, refer to Cu‐ pholders 167
Brake assistant 125
Brake discs, break-in 172
Brake force display 124
Brake lights, adaptive 124
Brake lights, brake force dis‐ play 124
Brake pads, break-in 172
Braking, hints 175
Breakdown assistance 222
Break-in 172
Brightness of Control Dis‐ play 96
Bulb replacement 211
Bulb replacement, front 212
Bulb replacement, halogen headlights 212
Bulb replacement, rear 217
Bulb replacement, xenon headlights 215
Bulbs and lights 211
Button, RES 133
Button, Start/Stop 68
Bypassing, refer to Jump- starting 223
C
California Proposition 65 Warning 8
Camera lenses, care 231
Camera, rearview cam‐ era 141
Camera, Side View 144
Camera, Top View 145
Can holder, refer to Cuphold‐ ers 167 Car battery 220
Car care products 229
Care, displays 231
Care, vehicle 229
Cargo 177
Cargo area, enlarging 163
Cargo area, storage compart‐ ments 167
Cargo, securing 178
Cargo straps, securing cargo 178
Car key, refer to Remote con‐ trol 38
Carpet, care 231
Car wash 228
Catalytic converter, refer to Hot exhaust system 174
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice 209
CD/Multimedia, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
Center armrest 166
Center console 16
Central locking system 43
Central screen, refer to Con‐ trol Display 18
Changes, technical, refer to Safety 7
Changing parts 211
Changing wheels 219
Changing wheels/tires 197
CHARGE, energy recov‐ ery 72
Charge indicator, high-volt‐ age battery 82
Chassis number, see vehicle identification number 10
Check Control 84
Checking the engine oil level electronically 205
Checking the oil level elec‐ tronically 205
Children, seating position 64 Children, transporting
safely 64
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tem 64
Child restraint fixing system LATCH 66
Child restraint fixing systems, mounting 64
Child safety locks 67
Child seat, mounting 64
Child seats 64
Chrome parts, care 230
Cigarette lighter 161
Cleaning displays 231
Climate control 151
Clock 88
Closing/opening via door lock 43
Closing/opening with remote control 41
Clothes hooks 167
Coasting 71
Cockpit 14
Combination reel, refer to Turn signals 73
Combination switch, refer to Wiper system 74
Combustion engine, start‐ ing 70
Comfort Access 45
COMFORT program, Dy‐ namic Driving Control 128
Compartments in the doors 166
Compass 159
Compressor 198
Computer, refer to On-board computer 92
Condensation on win‐ dows 153
Condensation under the vehi‐ cle 176
Condition Based Service CBS 209
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ConnectedDrive, see user'smanual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
ConnectedDrive Services
Connecting electrical devi‐ ces 161
Contact with water, hybrid system 34
Continued driving with a flat tire 108 , 111
Control Display 18
Control Display, settings 95
Controller 18, 19
Control systems, driving sta‐ bility 125
Convenient opening with the remote control 41
Coolant 208
Coolant level 208
Coolant temperature 88
Cooling function 152
Cooling, maximum 152
Cooling system 208
Cornering light 99
Corrosion on brake discs 175
Cosmetic mirror 161
Courtesy lamps during un‐ locking 41
Courtesy lamps with the vehi‐ cle locked 42
Cruise control 136
Cruise control, active with Stop & Go 130
Cruising range 89
Cupholders 167
Current fuel consumption 89
D
Damage, tires 196
Damping control, dy‐ namic 126
Data, technical 234
Date 89
Daytime running lights 99 Deactivating drive readi‐
ness 70
Defrosting, refer to Windows, defrosting 153
Dehumidifying, air 152
Deleting personal data 25
Deletion of personal data 25
Destination distance 93
Digital clock 88
Digital compass 159
Dimensions 234
Dimmable exterior mirrors 62
Dimmable interior rearview mirror 63
Direction indicator, refer to Turn signals 73
Display, electronic, instru‐ ment cluster 81
Display in windshield 96
Display lighting, refer to In‐ strument lighting 101
Displays, cleaning 231
Displays, hybrid system 82
Disposal, coolant 208
Disposal, vehicle battery 220
Distance control, refer to PDC 138
Distance to destination 93
Divided screen view, split screen 23
Door lock 43
Door lock, refer to Remote control 38
DRIVE, driving with combus‐ tion engine 72
Drive-off assistant 129
Drive-off assistant, refer to DSC 125
Driver assistance, refer to In‐ telligent Safety 112
Drive readiness in detail 69
Drive readiness states 68
Drive readuness, deacti‐ vate 70
Driving Assistant, refer to In‐ telligent Safety 112 Driving Dynamics Con‐
trol 127
Driving instructions, break- in 172
Driving instructions, hybrid system 172
Driving mode 127
Driving notes, general 174
Driving stability control sys‐ tems 125
Driving style analysis 183
Driving tips 174
Driving with combustion en‐ gine, DRIVE 72
DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol 125
DTC Dynamic Traction Con‐ trol 126
Dynamic Damping Con‐ trol 126
Dynamic Stability Control DSC 125
Dynamic Traction Control DTC 126
E eBOOST, assistance for the combustion engine 72
ECO PRO 181
ECO PRO, bonus range 182
ECO PRO display 181
ECO PRO driving mode 181
ECO PRO driving style analy‐ sis 183
ECO PRO mode 181
ECO PRO Tip - driving in‐ struction 183
eDRIVE, electric driving 71
Electric drive readiness, Si‐ lent Start 69
Electric driving, eDRIVE 71
Electronic displays, instru‐ ment cluster 81
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