BMW K 1600GTL Exclusive Rider's Manual page 33

Do not run the fuel tank dry.
Possible cause:
The fuel tank contains no more
than the reserve quantity of fuel.
Reserve fuel
approx. 4 l
Refuelling ( 85).
Coolant temperature too
high
General warning light shows
red.
The temperature reading turns
red.
Riding when the engine is
overheated could result in
engine damage.
Compliance with the information
set out below is essential.
Possible cause:
The coolant temperature is too
high.
If possible, ride in the part-load
range to cool down the engine.
In traffic jams, switch off the
engine, but leave the ignition
switched on so that the radi-
ator fan continues to operate.
If the coolant temperature
is frequently too high, have
the fault rectified as soon
as possible by a specialist
workshop, preferably an
authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer.
Engine fault
The engine symbol lights
up.
Possible cause:
The engine control unit has dia-
gnosed a fault.
The engine is running in
emergency operating mode.
Unusual engine response is a
possibility.
Adapt your style of riding accord-
ingly. Avoid accelerating sharply
and overtaking.
If you continue to ride be pre-
pared for unusual engine beha-
viour (low power, poor throttle
response, abrupt stalling, etc.).
Have the fault rectified as
quickly as possible by a
specialist workshop, preferably
an authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer.
Severe engine fault
The engine symbol flashes.
Possible cause:
The engine control unit has dia-
gnosed a severe fault.
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