warning lights BMW 3 SERIES COUPE 2013 E92 User Guide

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ControlsTechnology for driving comfort and safety
When driving with damaged tires, the handling
characteristics ch ange, e.g. the vehicle will skid
sooner when braking, braking distances will be
longer, or self-steerin g response will change.
Adapt your driving style accordingly. Avoid
turning abruptly and driving over obstacles
such as curbs, potholes, etc.
Since the possible driving distance depends to
a considerable degree on the strain exerted on
the vehicle while driving, it can be shorter or,
with a gentle driving style, can also be longer,
depending on the speed, road condition, out-
side temperature, vehicle load, etc.
Drive cautiously and do not exceed a
speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
When there is a tire pressure loss, the handling
characteristics change, e.g. there will be
reduced directional stability during braking,
braking distances will be longer, and self-
steering response will change. <
Vibrations or loud noises while driving can
indicate complete fa ilure of the tire.
Reduce your speed and bring the vehicle to a
stop; otherwise, tire components may become
detached, which could result in an accident. Do
not continue driving; instead, contact your
BMW center. <
Message for unsuccessful system
reset
Yellow warning lamp lights up. A
message appears on the Control Dis-
play.
The system has detected a wheel change, but
was not reset. A reliable warning is not possible
at the current inflation pressures.
Check the tire inflation pressure and reset the
system, refer to page 103.
Malfunction
The small warning lamp flashes in
yellow and then lights up continu-
ously; the large warning lamp lights
up in yellow. The tires appear in gray
in the Control Display. No punctures can be
detected.
Display in the follo wing situations:
> A wheel without TPM electronics has been
installed:
Have it checked by your BMW center.
> Malfunction
Have the system checked.
> Tire Pressure Monitor was unable to
complete the resetting process. Reset the
system again.
The small warning lamp flashes in
yellow and then lights up continu-
ously; the large warning lamp lights
up in yellow. The tires appear in gray
in the Control Display. No punctures can be
detected.
Display in the follo wing situations:
> Interference from systems or devices that
use the same radio frequency:
The system automatica lly becomes active
again when the vehicl e moves out of the
interference zone.
Declaration according to NHTSA/
FMVSS 138
Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems
Each tire should be checked monthly when cold
and inflated to the inflation pressure recom-
mended by the vehicle manufacturer on the
vehicle placard or tire infl ation pressure label. If
your vehicle has tires of a different size than the
size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire infla-
tion pressure label, yo u should determine the
proper tire inflation pressure for those tires. As
an added safety feature, your vehicle has been
equipped with a tire pressure monitoring sys-
tem, TPMS, that illuminate s a low tire pressure
telltale when one or more of your tires are signif-

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ControlsTechnology for driving comfort and safety
Servotronic
The concept
The Servotronic varies the steering force
required to turn the wh eels relative to the
vehicle speed.
At low speeds, the steering force is strongly
assisted, i.e. less force is needed for steering.
As the vehicle speed increases, the steering
assisting power is reduced.
Malfunction
The warning lamp lights up. A mes-
sage appears on the Control Display.
Servotronic is malfunctioning or has
failed. Steering response will be different. You
can continue your journey, but moderate your
speed and exercise due caution. Have the
system checked as soon as possible.
Brake Force Display
On the left: normal braking.
On the right: sharp braking.

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ControlsTechnology for driving comfort and safety
The indicator lamp above the interior
rearview mirror shows the current status
of the front passenger airbags, deactivated or
activated, refer to Status of front passenger air-
bags below. <
Before transporting a child on the front
passenger seat, read the safety precau-
tions and handling inst ructions under Trans-
porting children safely, refer to page 58.
The front and side airbags can also be deacti-
vated by adolescents and adults sitting in cer-
tain positions; the indi cator lamp for the front
passenger airbags lights up. In such cases, the
passenger should change his or her sitting
position so that the fr ont passenger airbags are
activated and the indicator lamp goes out. If the
desired airbag status cannot be achieved by
changing the sitting position, transport the rele-
vant passenger on a rear seat. Do not attach
seat covers, seat cushion padding, ball mats or
other items to the front passenger seat unless
they are specifically recommended by BMW.
Do not place any items under the seat which
could press against the seat from below. Other-
wise, a correct analysis of the seat cushion is
not ensured. <
Status of front passenger airbags
The indicator lamp for the front passenger air-
bags shows the functional status of the front
passenger front and side airbags in accordance
with whether and how the front passenger seat
is occupied. The indicator lamp shows whether
the front passenger airbags are activated or
deactivated. >
The indicator lamp light s up when a child in
a specially designated child restraint sys-
tem is detected, as in tended, on the seat.
The front and side airbags for the front pas-
senger are not activated.
Most child seats are detected by the
system. This partic ularly applies to
child seats that were required by NHTSA at
the time of manufacture of the vehicle. After
mounting a child seat, ensure that the indi-
cator lamp for the fron t passenger airbag is
lit. It indicates that th e child seat has been
detected and that the front passenger air-
bags are deactivated. <
> The indicator lamp does not light up as long
as a person of sufficient size and in a correct
sitting position is detected on the seat.
The front and side airbags for the front
passenger are activated.
> The indicator lamp does not light up if the
seat is empty.
The front and side airbags for the front
passenger are not activated.
Operational readine ss of airbag system
As of radio readiness, refer to page 62, the
warning lamp lights up br iefly to indicate that
the entire airbag system and the belt tensioners
are operational.
Airbag system malfunction
> Warning lamp does not light up at radio
readiness or beyond.
> Warning lamp remains permanently on.

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ControlsLamps
The corner-illuminating lamp is switched on
automatically, depending on the steering wheel
angle or turn signal indicator.
Standstill function: to avoid blinding oncoming
traffic, the Adaptive Light Control does not
direct light toward the driver's side when the
vehicle is at a standstill.
When you are reversing, only the corner-illumi-
nating lamps are switched on and active on
both sides.
Malfunction
The warning lamp lights up. A mes-
sage appears on the Control Dis-
play.The Adaptive Light Control is
malfunctioning or failed. Have the system
checked as soon as possible.
High beams/roadside parking
lamps
1 High beams
2 Headlamp flasher
3 Roadside parking lamps
Roadside parking lamps, left or right
There is an additional option of switching on the
lamps on the side of the car facing the road
when parked.
Switching on
After parking the vehicle, press the lever up or
down beyond the pressu re point for a longer
period, arrow 3. The roadside parking lamps drain the bat-
tery. Therefore, do not leave them on for
unduly long periods of time; otherwise, the bat-
tery might not have enou gh power to start the
engine. <
Switching off
Press the lever in the o pposite direction to the
pressure point, arrow 3.
High-beam Assistant
The concept
This system automatically switches the high
beams on and off. The procedure is controlled
by a sensor on the front of the interior rearview
mirror. The assistant ensures that the high
beams are switched on whenever the traffic sit-
uation allows. It handle s this task for you and
gives you the benefit of the best possible view.
You can intervene at any time and switch the
high beams on and off as usual.
Activating the system
1. Turn the light switch to position 3, refer to
page 110.
2. With the low beams switched on, briefly
push the turn signal/high beam lever in the
direction of the high beam.
The indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster lights up when the high beams
are activated. The system automati-
cally switches from hi gh beams to low beams
and vice versa in response to oncoming traffic,
traffic ahead of you, and adequate ambient
lighting, e.g. on city streets.
Switching the high beams on and off
manually
Whenever you wish, or when the situation
requires, you can intervene:
> If the High-beam Assistant switches on the
high beams, but you would like to drive with
the low beams, simply switch off the high

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Engine compartment
Mobility
Coolant
Coolant consists of half water and half additive.
Not all commercially availa
ble additives are suit-
able for your BMW. Ask your BMW center about
suitable additives.
Only use suitable a dditives; otherwise,
engine damage may result. Because
additives are harmful to your health, it is
important to follow the instructions on the
containers. <
Comply with the appropriate environ-
mental protection regulations when
disposing of coolant additives. <
Coolant temperature
If the coolant and therefore the engine over-
heats, a warning lamp lights up. A message
appears on the Control Display.
Checking coolant level
Do not add coolant to the cooling system
when the engine is hot. Escaping coolant
can cause burns. <
1. Do not open the engine hood before the
engine has cooled down.
2. Turn the cap of the expansion tank a little
counterclockwise to allow any accumulated
pressure to escape, then continue turning
to open.
3. The level indicator 1 in the coolant filler
neck indicates the le vel of coolant. The
coolant level is correct when it is between
the arrows of the resp ective inscription on
the reservoir 2. 4.
If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to
the specified level; do not overfill.
5. Turn the cap until there is an audible click.
6. Have the reason for the coolant loss
eliminated as soon as possible.

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Maintenance
Mobility
Socket for Onboard
Diagnosis OBD
The socket for onboard diagnosis should
only be used by your BMW center or at a
workshop that works according to BMW repair
procedures with corres pondingly trained per-
sonnel and by otherwise authorized personnel;
otherwise, use can result in malfunctioning of
the vehicle. <
On the drive r's side is a n OBD so cket f or check-
ing components relevant to the composition of
the vehicle's emissions.
Emissions
The warning lamp lights up:
The vehicle is producing higher emis-
sions. The trip can be continued. Have
the car checked as soon as possible.
Canadian models display this warning
lamp.
The lamp flashes under ce rtain conditions. This
indicates excessive misfiring in the engine. If
this happens, you should reduce your speed
and visit your nearest BMW center as soon as
possible. Severe engine misfiring can quickly
lead to serious damage of emissions-related
components, especially the catalytic converter.
The warning lamp lights up if the fuel
cap is not properly tightened and the
OBD system assumes that fuel vapor
is escaping. Make sure that the fuel cap is cor-
rectly positioned and close it until it audibly
clicks.

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Everything from A to Z
Reference
Automatic recirculated air
control AUC 117
Automatic Service Request 227
Automatic transmission with
Steptronic 65
– interlock 65
– overriding selector lever
lock 67
– shiftlock, refer to Changing selector lever position 65
– sport program 66
– towing 275
– tow-starting 275
AUTO program for automatic climate control 116
AUX-In connection 125,189
Available services 228
Average fuel consumption 85
– setting the units 88
Average speed 85
Avoid highways in
navigation 155
Avoiding unintentional alarms 39
Axle loads, refer to Weights 281
B
Backing up the music
collection 188
Backrest contour, refer to Lumbar support 50
Backrests, refer to Seat adjustment 49
Backrest width adjustment 50
Back seats
– refer to Rear seats 52
Bag holder 129
Band-aids, refer to First aid pouch 273
Bar, refer to Towing
methods 276 Base plate for telephone or
mobile phone
– refer to Snap-in adapter 211
– refer to Snap-in adapter in the center armrest storage
compartment 124
Bass, tone control 167
Battery 270
– charging 270
– disposal 41,271
– jump starting 274
– remote control 32
– replacing 270
– temporary power failure 270
Battery renewal
– remote control 41
– remote control for vehicle 41
Being towed 275
Belt hand-over 54
– pinch protection system 55
Belts, refer to Safety belts 54
Belt tensioner, refer to Safety
belts 54
Beverage holders, refer to Cupholders 125
Black ice, refer to Outside temperature warning 83
Blinds, refer to Roller
sunblinds 124
Blower, refer to Air volume 117
Bluetooth, activating/ deactivating 201
Bluetooth audio 192
– disconnecting an audio connection 195
– pairing device 193
– playback 194
– unpairing device 195
– what to do if … 195
BMW Assist 224
– updating 228
BMW Homepage 4
BMW Info 218
BMW Maintenance
System 260
BM

W Online 226 BMW webpage
4
Bottle holders, refer to
Cupholders 125
Brake Assist, refer to Dynamic Brake Control DBC 97
Brake fluid, refer to Service requirements 88
Brake Force Display 106
Brake lights
– brake force display 106
Brake pads 136
– breaking in 136
Brake pedal, refer to Braking safely 138
Brake rotors 139
– brakes 136
– breaking in 136
Brakes
– ABS 97
– BMW Maintenance System 260
– brake force display 106
– breaking in 136
– parking brake 64
– service requirements 88
Brakes, refer to Braking safely 138
Brake system 136
– BMW Maintenance System 260
– breaking in 136
– disc brakes 139
Breakdown services, refer to Roadside Assistance 273
Breaking in the clutch 136
Breaking in the differential, refer to Engine and
differential 136
Break-in period 136
Brightness of the Control
Display 95
Bulb changing, refer to Lamps and bulbs 266
Button for starting the engine, refer to Start/Stop button 62
Buttons on the steering
wheel 13

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