BMW I3 2017 Owners Manual

Under
the
hoodWhat
is
important
under
the
hood1Washer fluid reservoir2With Range Extender: filler flap emergencyunlocking3Coolant reservoir for climate control4Coolant reservoir for driveThe occasional use cable compartment in the
center is used for storage of the charging caj bles.
Moisture can penetrate into the occasional use
cable compartment, e.g., in a vehicle wash.
Hood
Safety
information WARNING
Improperly executed work under the
hood can damage components and lead to a safety risk. There is a risk of accidents or riskof property damage. The manufacturer of your
vehicle recommends that work under the hoodbe performed only by an authorized BMW i dealer's service center or another qualifiedservice center or repair shop.'

Opening
hood
Unlock
hood1. Press button on the remote conj
trol or in the driver's floor area, refer to page 45.
Opening
hood
1.Press the release handle and open the
hood.
Indicator/warning
lights
When the hood is opened, a Check Control
message is displayed.
Closing
the
hood
From approx. 16 inches/40 cm height allow to
fall and press again to lock the hook comj pletely.
Make sure you hear the hood engage.
WARNING
An incorrectly locked hood can open
while driving and restrict visibility. There is a risk of an accident. Stop immediately and corj
rectly close the hood.'

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
Engine oil consumption depends on the frej
quency of Range Extender use. Therefore,
regularly check the engine oil level after refuelj
ing.
Checking
the
oil
level
General
information Check the engine oil level with Range Extender
warmed up to operating temperature.
After switching off the Range Extender, wait
several minutes before checking the oil level
so that the engine oil can collect in the oil pan.
Checking1.Park the vehicle in horizontal position in a
safe place.2.Switch the engine off.3.Remove the cargo floor panel.4.Turn the lid counterclockwise and remove.5.After approx. 5, minutes, remove the dip stick and wipe with a lint-free cloth, papertowel or similar.6.Carefully insert the dipstick up to the stop
in the measuring tube, and pull it back out.
The engine oil level must be between the
two marks of the dipstick.Seite 203Engine
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Adding
or
changing
engine
oil
Have engine oil added or changed by a dealjer's service center or another qualified service center or repair shop if necessary.Seite 204MobilityEngine
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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.
The vehicle's cooling circuits are filled with difj
ferent types of coolant. Do not mix the differj
ent types of coolant.
Not all commercially available additives are
suitable for the vehicle. Information about suitj able additives is available from a dealerss servjice center or another qualified service center orrepair shop.
Safety
information WARNING
With the engine hot and the cooling sysj
tem open, coolant can escape and lead to
scalding. There is a risk of injury. Only open the cooling system with the engine cooleddown.'

The coolant level is correct if it lies bejtween the minimum and maximum marksin the reservoir.
Adding
1.Slowly add coolant up to the specified
level; do not overfill.2.Close the cap.3.Have cause of the coolant loss eliminated
by a dealerss service center or another qualified service center or repair shop as
quickly as possible.
Coolant
reservoir
for
drive
Checking
1.Allow the drive to cool down.2.Check the coolant level.
The marks are on the side of the coolant
reservoir. The coolant level is correct if it
lies between the minimum and maximum marks.
Adding
1.Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightlycounterclockwise to allow any excess
pressure to dissipate, then open it.2.Slowly add coolant up to the specified
level; do not overfill.3.Close the cap.4.Have cause of the coolant loss eliminated
by a dealerss service center or another qualified service center or repair shop as
quickly as possible.Disposal
Comply with the relevant environmenj
tal protection regulations when disposj
ing of coolant and coolant additives.Seite 206MobilityCoolant206
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MaintenanceVehicle
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.
BMW
maintenance
system The maintenance system indicates requiredmaintenance measures, and thereby provides
support in maintaining road safety and the opj erational reliability of the vehicle.
In some cases, scopes and intervals may vary
according to the country-specific version. Rej
placement work, spare parts, fuels and lubrij
cants, and wear materials are calculated sepaj rately. Further information is available from a
dealerss service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
Safety
information DANGER
Improperly executed work, in particular
maintenance and repair on the high-voltage
system, can lead to electric shock. There is a
risk of injury, fire and danger to life.
The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends that the work on the vehicle, in particular mainj
tenance and repair, be performed only by an
authorized BMW i dealerss service center or
another qualified service center or repair
shop.'

Service
and
Warranty
Information
Booklet
for
US
models
and
Warranty
and
Service
Guide
Booklet
for
Canadian
models
Please consult your Service and Warranty Inj
formation Booklet for US models and Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian modjels for additional information on service rej
quirements.
The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends that maintenance and repair be performed by a
dealerss service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop. Records of reguj
lar maintenance and repair work should be rej
tained.
Socket
for
OBD
Onboard
Diagnosis
Safety
information NOTE
The socket for Onboard Diagnosis is an
intricate component intended to be used in
conjunction with specialized equipment to
check the vehicless primary emissions system.
Improper use of the socket for Onboard Diagj nosis, or contact with the socket for Onboard
Diagnosis for other than its intended purpose,
can cause vehicle malfunctions and creates
risks of personal and property damage. Given
the foregoing, the manufacture of your vehicle
strongly recommends that access to the
socket for Onboard Diagnosis be limited to a
dealer's service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop or other persons
that have the specialized training and equipj
ment for purposes of properly utilizing the
socket for Onboard Diagnosis.'

Replacing
componentsVehicle
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.
Wiper
blade
replacementSafety
information NOTE
If the wiper arm falls onto the windshield
without the wiper blades installed, the windj shield can be damaged. There is a risk of propjerty damage. Secure the wiper arm when rejplacing the wiper blades and do not fold downthe wipers without the wiper blades installed.'

erss service center or another qualified servicecenter or repair shop.
A spare light box is available from a dealerss
service center or another qualified service cenj
ter or repair shop.
Observe the safety information, refer to page 210.
Light-emitting
diodes
(LEDs) Some items of equipment use light-emitting
diodes installed behind a cover as a light
source. These light-emitting diodes, which are
related to conventional lasers, are officially
designated as Class 1 light-emitting diodes.
Observe the safety information, refer to
page 210.
Safety
information
Lights
and
bulbs WARNING
Bulbs can get hot during operation. Conj
tact with the bulbs can cause burns. There is a
risk of injury. Only change bulbs after they
have cooled off.'