BMW 7 SERIES 2018 Owners Manual

3.Remove the adapter after unscrewing thelug bolt.
Screwing
on
1.Attach the adapter to the lug bolt. If neces#j
sary, turn the adapter until it fits on the lug bolt.2.Screw on the lug bolt. The tightening tor#j
que is 140 Nm.3.Remove the adapter and stow it after screwing on the lug bolt.
Preparing
the
vehicle
'yPark the vehicle on solid and non-slipground at a safe distance from traffic.'ySwitch on the hazard warning system.'ySet the parking brake.'yEngage a gear or move the selector leverto position P.'yAs soon as permitted by the traffic flow,have all vehicle occupants get out of the
vehicle and ensure that they remain out#j side the immediate area in a safe place,
such as behind a guardrail.'yDepending on the vehicle equipment, get
wheel change tools and, if necessary, the emergency wheel from the vehicle.'yIf necessary, set up a warning triangle or
portable hazard warning light at an appro#j priate distance.'yDo not place wood blocks or similar itemsunder the vehicle jack; otherwise, it cannot
reach its carrying capacity because of the
restricted height.'ySecure the vehicle additionally against roll#j
ing.'yLoosen the lug bolts a half turn.'yDeactivate the air suspension level adjust#j
ment, refer to page 226.Jacking
points
for
the
vehicle
jack
The jacking points for the vehicle jack are lo#j
cated at the indicated positions.
Jacking
up
the
vehicle WARNING
Hands and fingers can be jammed when
using the vehicle jack. There is a risk of injury. Comply with the described hand position and
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do not change this position while using the ve#j
hicle jack.'

5.Turn the vehicle jack crank counterclock#j
wise to retract the vehicle jack and lower
the vehicle.6.Remove the vehicle jack and stow it se#j
curely.
After
the
wheel
change
1.Tighten the lug bolts crosswise. The tight#j ening torque is 101 lb ft/140 Nm.2.Stow the nonworking wheel in the cargo
area, if necessary.
The nonworking wheel cannot be stored under the cargo floor panel because of its
size.3.Check tire inflation pressure at the next op#j
portunity and correct as needed.4.Reinitialize the run-flat tires.
Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM.5.Check to make sure the lug bolts are tight
with a calibrated torque wrench.6.Have the damaged tire replaced at the
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Engine
compartmentVehicle
features
and
optionsThis chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., dueto the selected options or country versions.
This also applies to safety-related functions
and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations
must be observed.
Important
features
in
the
engine
compartment
1Filler neck for washer fluid2Jump-starting, positive battery terminal3Oil filler neck4Manual unlocking, charging cable5Coolant reservoir, engine6Coolant reservoir, auxiliary cooling7Jump-starting, negative battery terminal8Vehicle identification numberHood
Safety
information WARNING
Improperly executed work in the engine
compartment can damage vehicle compo#j nents and impair vehicle functions. There is arisk of personal and property damage. Themanufacturer of your vehicle recommendsthat, in the effort to avoid such risks, work inthe engine compartment be performed by adealer#ss service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.'

WARNING
The engine compartment accommo#j
dates moving components. Certain compo#j nents in the engine compartment can also
move with the vehicle switched off, for in#j
stance the radiator fan. There is a risk of injury. Do not reach into the area of moving parts.
Keep articles of clothing and hair away from
moving parts.'

Engine
oilVehicle
features
and
options
This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due
to the selected options or country versions.
This also applies to safety-related functions
and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations
must be observed.
General
information
The engine oil consumption is dependent on
the driving style and driving conditions.
Therefore, regularly check the engine oil level
after refueling by taking a detailed measure#j
ment.
The engine oil consumption can increase in
the following situations, for example:'ySporty driving style.'yBreak-in of the engine.'yIdling of the engine.'yWith use of engine oil types that are classi#j
fied as not suitable.
Different Check Control messages appear on the Control Display depending on the engine
oil level.
Safety
information NOTE
An engine oil level that is too low causes
engine damage. There is a risk of property
damage. Immediately add engine oil.'

Displaying
the
engine
oil
levelVia iDrive:1."My Vehicle"2."Vehicle status"3. "Engine oil level"
The engine oil level is displayed.
System
limits
When making frequent short-distance trips or using a dynamic driving style, it may not be
possible to calculate a measured value. In this case, the measured value for the last, suffi#jciently long trip is displayed.
Detailed
measurement
Concept
The engine oil level is checked when the vehi#j cle is stationary and displayed via a scale.
If the engine oil level is outside its permissible
operating range, a Check Control message is
displayed.
General
information During the measurement, the idle speed is in#j
creased somewhat.
Functional
requirements
'yVehicle is parked in a horizontal position.'yDrive-ready state is established.'ySelector lever in selector lever position N or P and accelerator pedal not depressed.'yThe combustion engine is at operating
temperature.
Performing
a
detailed
measurement
Using 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 displayedvia a scale.
Adding
engine
oil
General
information Only add engine oil when the message is dis#j
played in the instrument cluster. The quantity
to be added is indicated in the message shown
on the Control Display.
Only add suitable types of engine oil, refer to page 318.
Safely park the vehicle and switch off drive-
ready state before adding engine oil.
Take care not to add too much engine oil.
Safety
information WARNING
Operating materials, e.g., oils, greases,
coolants, fuels, can contain harmful ingredi#j
ents. There is a risk of injuries or danger to life.
Observe the instructions on the containers.
Avoid the contact of articles of clothing, skin or
eyes with operating materials. Do not refill op#j
erating materials into different bottles. Store
operating materials out of reach of children.'

Overview
The oil filler neck is located in the engine com#j partment, refer to page 314.
Adding
engine
oil1.Open the hood, refer to page 315.2.Turn the lid counterclockwise.3.Add engine oil.
Engine
oil
types
to
add
General
information
The engine oil quality is critical for the life of
the engine.
Safety
information NOTE
Oil additives can damage the engine.
There is a risk of property damage. Do not use oil additives.'

damage. Do not exceed the service data indi#jcated in the vehicle.'

CoolantVehicle
features
and
optionsThis chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due
to the selected options or country versions.
This also applies to safety-related functions
and systems. When using these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations
must be observed.
General
information
Coolant consists of water and additives.
Not all commercially available additives are
suitable for the vehicle. Information about suit#j
able additives is available from a dealer#ss serv#j
ice center or another qualified service center or
repair shop.
Safety
information WARNING
With the engine hot and the cooling sys#j
tem open, coolant can escape and lead to scalding. There is a risk of injury. Only openthe cooling system with the engine cooleddown.'