Washer fluids for washer systems, Engine oil, Pstick – BMW Z4 Roadster 2.5i 2005 User Manual

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In the engine compartment

Washer fluids for washer

systems

Headlamp* and windshield washer

system

Capacity of windshield washer system: approx.
3.2 quarts/3 liters.
Capacity when equipped with headlamp
washer system: approx. 5.3 quarts/5 liters.
Fill with water and, if required, with an antifreeze
agent according to the manufacturer's recom-
mendations.

We recommend that you mix the washer
fluid before adding it to the reservoir.

Antifreeze agents for the washing sys-
tems are highly flammable. For this rea-

son, keep them away from sources of flame and
store them only in their original containers.
Store them so that they are inaccessible to chil-
dren. Comply with the instructions on the con-
tainers.

Engine oil

Oil consumption is directly influenced by your
driving style and vehicle operating conditions.

Warning lamp

Engine oil pressure

The warning lamp lights up in red:
The engine oil pressure is too low.
Stop the vehicle immediately and

switch off the engine. Check the engine oil level
and top up if necessary. If the oil level is correct,
please contact the nearest BMW center.

Do not continue driving, as the engine
could sustain serious damage from inad-

equate lubrication.

Engine oil level

The warning lamp lights up in yellow
while driving:
The oil level is at the absolute mini-

mum; refill as soon as possible. Do not drive
more than 30 miles/50 km before refilling.

The warning lamp lights up in yellow
after the engine has been switched off:
Add engine oil at the earliest opportu-

nity, e.g. when you stop to refuel.

Engine oil sensor

The warning lamp lights up in yellow
within 20 seconds after the engine is
started:

The oil level sensor is defective. Please have it
checked by a BMW center.

Checking the oil level

With the vehicle's engine at normal operat-
ing temperature, i.e. after uninterrupted
driving for at least 6 miles/10 km, park the
vehicle on a level surface

Switch off the engine

After approx. 5 minutes, pull the dipstick
out and wipe it off with a clean lint-free
cloth, paper towel, or similar material

Carefully push the dipstick all the way into
the guide tube and pull it out again

The oil level should be between the two
marks on the dipstick