engine coolant BMW X5 4.4I 2000 User Guide

IndexDataTechnologyRepairsCar careControlsOverview
135n
Engine compartment Ð BMW X5 4.4i 1 Reservoir for brake fluid
(under the microfilter
trim panel)141
2 Auxiliary terminal for jump
starting170
3 Coolant expansion tank140
4 Engine oil dipstick137
5 Engine oil filler neck137
6 Reservoir for windshield and
headlamp washer system
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136

140n
Coolant
Do not add coolant to the cooling
system when the engine is hot. If
you attempt to do so, escaping coolant
can cause burns.
To avoid the possibility of damage later
on, never use anything other than fac-
tory-approved, nitrite and amino-free
extended-duty antifreeze with corrosion
inhibitor. Your authorized BMW center
is familiar with the factory specifica-
tions.
Antifreeze and anticorrosion agents are
hazardous to health. You should always
store them in their original container
and in a location which is inaccessible
to children.
Extended-duty antifreeze with corro-
sion inhibitor contains the flammable
substance ethyleneÐglycol. For this rea-
son, do not spill antifreeze with corro-
sion inhibitor on hot engine parts. It
could ignite and cause serious burns.<
Comply with the applicable envi-
ronmental laws regulating the dis-
posal of extended-duty antifreeze with
corrosion inhibitor.<
Checking coolant level Correct coolant level when the engine
is cold approx. 68 7/20 6:
Unscrew the cap from the expansion
tank.
The coolant level is correct when the
end of the red float is aligned with the
upper edge of the filler opening (refer to
the arrow in the illustration), or max.
0.8 in (2 cm) higher, i. e. up to the mark
on the float (see also the schematic
diagramm next to the cap). 530us102
Adding coolant Wait until the engine cools before re-
moving the cap from the expansion
tank. The needle of the coolant gauge
in the instrument cluster must be lo-
cated in the blue zone. If it is not, there
is a danger of scalding.
1 Start by turning the cap counter-
clockwise. Pause to allow any accu-
mulated pressure to escape, then
open the cap.
2 If the coolant is low, slowly add
coolant until the correct level is
reached Ñ do not overfill.
The coolant is a mixture of water and
extended-duty antifreeze with corrosion
inhibitor. Always maintain the pre-
scribed all-season 50:50 mixture ratio
for year-round protection against inter-
nal corrosion. No other additives are re-
quired.
Replace the coolant every four years.

Everything from A to Z
193n
IndexDataTechnologyRepairsCar careControlsOverview
Cold start64
Comfort seat50
Compartments101
Computer80
Configuring the settings55
Contamination on
paintwork144
Convenience operation of
windows and sliding/tilt
sunroof36
Convenience starting
feature64
Coolant123, 140
Coolant, antifreeze123
Cornering Brake Control
(CBC)120
Cruise control72
Cup holder102
Curb weight186DDashboard16
Data link connector for On-
Board Diagnostics150
Date, refer to the Radio or
Onboard Computer
Owner's Manual
Daytime-driving lamp86
DBC (Dynamic Brake
Control)24, 120Deep water117
Defrosting the windows93
Digital clock, refer to the
Radio or Onboard
Computer Owner's Manual
Digital sound processor179
Dimensions185
Dipstick, engine oil137
Disc brakes122
Displacement184
Display lighting86
Displays18, 20
Distance warning82
Diversity Antenna
system178
Divided rear backrest107
Door keys34
Door locks, care123
Doors
Manual operation36
Remote control38
Unlocking and locking36
Drive belts188
Driving through water117
Driving your BMW X5117
DSC (Dynamic Stability
Control)24, 83, 177
DSP amplifier, refer to the
Radio Owner's ManualDynamic Brake Control
(DBC)24, 120
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC)24, 83, 177
EEBV (Electronic Brake Force
Distribution)120
Electric power windows45
Electrical malfunction
Fuel filler door168
Liftgate168
Sliding/Tilt sunroof168
Tailgate169
Electrical system188
Electronic Brake Force
Distribution (EBV)120
Electronic immobilizer35
Elements of operation16
Emergency operation
Doors36
Fuel filler door168
Sliding/Tilt sunroof168
Tailgate168
Energy Control75
Engine compartment134
Engine coolant140
Engine knock control30
Engine oil consumption137
Engine oil grades138
Engine oil level24Engine oil pressure22
Engine output184
Engine specifications184
Error indicators77
Exterior finish144
Exterior mirrors52
FFailure of an electrical
accessory167
Failure warnings77
Filler cap cover29
First-aid kit28
Fittings, tow-starting and
towing171
Flashlight101
Flat tire127, 160
Fog lamps87
Bulb replacement156
Folding rear backrest107
Footbrake122
Footwell lamps88
Bulb replacement158
Front area lighting88
Front fog lamps87
Front seat adjustment48
Frost protection,
radiator140
Fuel30
Fuel capacity187
Fuel display75

Owner service proceduresAAdding brake fluid141
Adding coolant140
Adding engine oil137
Adding washer fluid136
Adjusting washer
nozzles136
Air pressure30, 127
Avoiding unintentional
alarms44BBattery, discharged170
Brakes, brake faults123CChanging a wheel160
Charging the battery166
Check Control77
Check oil level137
Checking tire pressure30DDeactivating the interior
motion sensor38, 44
Deactivating the tilt sensor
alarm system38, 44
Defrosting the windows93
Difficult steering125
Doors, manual operation36
EElectrical malfunction
Fuel filler door168
Liftgate168
Sliding/Tilt sunroof168
Tailgate169
Emergency operation
Doors36
Fuel filler door168
Liftgate168
Sliding/Tilt sunroof168
Tailgate169
Engine oil grades138FFailure messages77
Failure of an electrical
accessory167
Fault displays77
Filling the windshield washer
reservoir136
First-aid kit28
Fittings, tow-starting and
towing171
Flat tire160
Fog lamp, bulb
replacement156
Footwell lamps, bulb
replacement158
GGlove compartment lamp,
bulb replacement158HHazard warning flashers28
Hazard warning triangle28
Headlamp covers,
care143, 155
High beams, bulb
replacement155
Hood release133IIndicator lamps22
Interior lamps, bulb
replacement158JJump-starting170LLevel control system,
inactive125
License plate lamps, bulb
replacement158
Liftgate
Release following an
electrical malfunction168Low beams, bulb
replacement155
Lug wrench160
MMaintenance76, 142
Malfunction displays77
Manual operation
Doors36
Liftgate168
Sliding/Tilt sunroof168
Tailgate169OOil grades138
Onboard tool kit154PPressure, tires30, 127RRear window wiper, wiper
blade replacement154
Releasing the fuel filler door
following an electrical
malfunction168
Releasing the hood133
Releasing the tailgate
following an electrical
malfunction169