wiper fluid BMW X1 2016 F48 Owner's Manual

▷To switch off from normal wiper speed:
press down once.▷To switch off from fast wiper speed: press
down twice.
Interval mode or rain sensor
The concept Without the rain sensor, the frequency of the
wiper operation is preset.
The rain sensor automatically controls the time
between wipes depending on the intensity of the rainfall. The sensor is located on the wind‐
shield, directly behind the interior rearview mir‐
ror.
Activating/deactivating
Press button on the wiper lever.
Wiping is started. If the vehicle is equipped
with a rain sensor: LED in wiper lever lights up.
When wipers are frozen to windshield, wiper
operation is deactivated.
CAUTION
If the rain sensor is activated, the wipers
can accidentally start moving in car washes.
There is risk of property damage. Deactivate
the rain sensor in car washes.◀
Setting the frequency or sensitivity of
the rain sensor
Turn the thumbwheel to adjust the frequency
or sensitivity of the rain sensor.
Up: short interval or high sensitivity of the rain
sensor.
Down: long interval or low sensitivity of the rain
sensor.
Clean the windshield
Pull the wiper lever towards you.
The system sprays washer fluid on the wind‐
shield and activates the wipers briefly.
WARNING
The washer fluid can freeze onto the win‐
dow at low temperatures and obstruct the
view. There is risk of an accident. Only use the
washer systems, if the washer fluid cannot
freeze. Use antifreeze if needed.◀
CAUTION
When the wiper water container is
empty, the wash pump cannot work as in‐
tended. There is risk of property damage. Do
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not use the washer system when the wash wa‐
ter container is empty.◀
Windshield washer nozzles
The windshield washer nozzles are automati‐
cally heated while the ignition is switched on.
Rear window wiper
Switching on the rear window wiper
Turn the switch from idle position 0 upward,
arrow 1: interval mode. When reverse gear is
engaged, the system switches to continuous
operation.
Cleaning rear window
In interval mode: turn the switch further, ar‐
row 2. The switch automatically returns to its
interval position when released.
In idle position: turn switch downward, arrow 3.
The switch automatically returns to its idle po‐
sition when released.
Fold-out position of the wipers
Fold wipers back when you want to change the
blades or with pending low temperatures.
WARNING
If the wipers start moving in the folded
away state, damage may occur to parts of the
vehicle or body parts can be jammed. There is
risk of injuries or risk of property damage.
Make sure that the vehicle is switched off
when the wipers are in the folded away state
and the wipers are folded in when switching
on.◀1.Switch the ignition on and off again.2.With icy conditions make sure that blades
are not frozen to the windshield.3.Press the wiper lever up beyond the point
of resistance and hold it for approx. 3 sec‐
onds, until the wiper remains in a nearly
vertical position.
After the wipers are folded back down, the
wiper system must be reactivated.
1.Switch on the ignition.2.Push wiper lever down. Wipers move to
their resting position and are ready again
for operation.
Washer fluid
Information WARNING
Some antifreeze agents can contain
harmful substances and are flammable. There
is risk of fire and risk of injuries. Observe the
instructions on the containers. Keep antifreeze
away from ignition sources. Do not refill oper‐
ating materials into different bottles. Store op‐
erating materials out of reach of children.
United States: The washer fluid mixture ratio is
regulated by the U.S. EPA and many individual
states; do not exceed the allowable washer
fluid dilution ratio limits that apply. Follow the
usage instructions on the washer fluid con‐
tainer.
Use of BMW’s Windshield Washer Concen‐
trate or the equivalent is recommended.◀
WARNING
Improperly executed work under the
hood can damage components and lead to a
safety risk. There is risk of accidents or risk of
property damage. Have work under the hood
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be executed by a dealer’s service center or an‐
other qualified service center or repair shop.◀
Washer fluid reservoir
All washer nozzles are supplied from one res‐
ervoir in the engine compartment.
Fill with a mixture of windshield washer con‐
centrate and tap water and – if required – with a
washer antifreeze, according to the manufac‐
turer's recommendations.
Mix the washer fluid before adding to find the
right mixture.
Do not add windshield washer concentrate and
antifreeze undiluted and do not fill with pure
water; this could damage the wiper system.
Do not mix window washer concentrates of dif‐
ferent manufacturers because they can clog
the windshield washer nozzles.
Recommended minimum fill quantity:
0.2 US gal/1 liter.
Steptronic transmission
Selector lever positions
D Drive
Selector lever position for normal vehicle oper‐
ation. All gears for forward travel are activated
automatically.
R is Reverse
Select only when the vehicle is stationary.
N Neutral: The vehicle may roll. Use in automatic car
washes, e.g.
P Park Select only when the vehicle is stationary. The
drive wheels are blocked.
Before exiting the vehicle, make sure that se‐
lector lever position P is set. Otherwise, the ve‐
hicle may begin to move.
Kickdown Kickdown is used to achieve maximum driving
performance. Step on the accelerator pedal
beyond the resistance point at the full throttle
position.
Engaging selector lever positions To prevent the vehicle from creeping after you
select a gear, maintain pressure on the brake
pedal until you are ready to start.
The selector lever can only be taken out of se‐
lector lever position P if the ignition is on or the
engine is running.
With the vehicle is stationary, press on the
brake pedal before shifting out of selector lever
position P or N; otherwise, the selector lever is
blocked: shift lock.
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Accessing the turn signals, low beams,
high beams/headlight flasher
Follow general instructions, refer to page 206.
Open the hood.
Turn signal
Bulb A23571.Access to the turn signal on the right side:
unhook and fold away the filler neck for the
wiper fluid with the screwdriver from the
onboard vehicle tool kit.2.Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and
remove.3.Press the bulb gently into the socket, turn
counterclockwise and remove.4.Install the new bulb and bulb holder in re‐
verse order of removal.
Low beams
55 watt bulb, H7LL.
1.Access to the low beams on the right side:
unhook and fold away the filler neck for thewiper fluid with the screwdriver from the
onboard vehicle tool kit.2.Turn the cover counterclockwise and re‐
move.3.Pull the bulb holder directly to the rear, ar‐
row 1, and remove.4.Remove the bulb from the bulb holder.5.Install the new bulb with bulb holder in re‐
verse order of removal.
In doing so, ensure that the bulb tab is cor‐
rectly positioned in the headlight housing
and the bulb holder perceptibly engages.6.Close the headlight housing with the lid.
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wiper fluid with the screwdriver from the
onboard vehicle tool kit.2.Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and
remove.3.Press the bulb gently into the socket, turn
counterclockwise and remove.4.Install the new bulb and bulb holder in re‐
verse order of removal.
Front fog lights
Follow general instructions, refer to page 206.
35-watt bulb, H8.1.Insert the screwdriver from the onboard
vehicle tool kit, with the flat side on the clip,
arrow 1.2.Turn the screwdriver by 90°, arrow 2.3.Remove the front fog lamp toward the
front.4.Detach the connector.5.Turn the bulb bracket and remove it.6.Remove the bulb and replace it.7.Proceed in reverse order to insert the front
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Triple turn signal activa‐tion 73
Trip odometer 86
Trip on-board computer 92
Trip recorder, see Trip odom‐ eter 86
Turning circle lines, rearview camera 139
Turn signal, bulb replace‐ ment 208, 209
Turn signals, operation 73
Turn signals, rear, bulb re‐ placement 211
U
Unintentional alarm 47
Units of measurement 94
Universal remote control 151
Unlock button, Steptronic transmission 78
Unlocking/locking via door lock 39
Unlocking/locking with re‐ mote control 37
Unlocking, settings 45
Unpaved roads, cross-coun‐ try trips 168
Updates made after the edito‐ rial deadline 7
Upholstery care 223
USB interface 156
V
Vanity mirror 155
Variable sport steering 123
Vehicle battery 215
Vehicle battery, replac‐ ing 215
Vehicle, break-in 168
Vehicle care 223
Vehicle features and op‐ tions 7
Vehicle identification num‐ ber 10 Vehicle jack 213
Vehicle paint 223
Vehicle storage 225
Vehicle wash 222
Ventilation 149
Ventilation, refer to Parked- car ventilation 149
VIN, see vehicle identification number 10
Voice activation system 26
W Warning and indicator lamps, see Check Control 82
Warning displays, see Check Control 82
Warning messages, see Check Control 82
Warning triangle 218
Warranty 7
Washer fluid 76
Washer nozzles, wind‐ shield 76
Washer system 74
Washing, vehicle 222
Water on roads 169
Weights 229
Welcome lamps during un‐ locking 37
Welcome lights 98
Wheel cleaner 224
Wheels, changing 190
Wheels, everything on wheels and tires 186
Wheels, Flat Tire Monitor FTM 109
Wheels, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM 105
Window defroster, rear 145, 148
Windows, powered 48
Windshield washer fluid 76
Windshield washer noz‐ zles 76 Windshield washer sys‐
tem 74
Windshield wiper, see wiper system 74
Winter storage, care 225
Winter tires, suitable tires 191
Winter tires, tread 190
Wiper 74
Wiper blades, replacing 206
Wiper fluid 76
Wiper, fold-out position 76
Wiper system 74
Wood, care 224
Word match concept, naviga‐ tion 25
Wrench, see Onboard vehicle tool kit 206
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