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Engine oil pressure
insufficient
The general warning light
flashes red.
The oil can symbol is dis-
played.
The oil pressure in the lubricating
oil circuit is too low. Stop imme-
diately and switch off engine.
The warning on insufficient
engine oil pressure is no
substitute for the function of
an oil-level indicator. The cor-
rect engine oil level can only be
checked on the engine oil level
indicator.
Possible cause:
The engine oil level is too low.
Checking engine oil level
(
97).
If oil level is too low:
Top up engine oil.
Possible cause:
The engine oil pressure is insuffi-
cient.
Driving with insufficient en-
gine oil pressure can result
in engine damage.
Do not continue driving.
Have the malfunction corrected
as soon as possible by a spe-
cialized workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
Battery charge current
insufficient
The general warning light
lights up red.
The battery symbol is dis-
played.
A discharged battery leads
to the failure of various mo-
torcycle systems, e.g. lighting,
engine or ABS. This can result in
dangerous driving situations.
If possible, do not continue
driving.
The battery is not being charged.
If you continue driving, the vehi-
cle electronics will discharge the
battery.
Possible cause:
Alternator or alternator belt de-
fective
Have the malfunction corrected
as soon as possible by a spe-
cialized workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
Tail light defective
The general warning light
lights up yellow.
LAMPR !
is indicated.
A defective bulb places
your safety at risk because
it is easier for other users to
oversee the motorcycle.
Replace defective bulbs as
quickly as possible.
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