BMW F 800 GS Rider's Manual page 32

If the coolant temperature
3
is frequently too high, have
the fault rectified as soon
30
as possible by a specialist
workshop, preferably an
authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer.
Engine in emergency-
operation mode
General warning light shows
yellow.
Engine symbol appears on
the display.
z
WARNING
Unusual ride characterist-
ics when engine running in
emergency-operation mode
Risk of accident
Adapt your style of riding ac-
cordingly: avoid accelerating
sharply and overtaking.
Possible cause:
The engine control unit has dia-
gnosed a fault. In exceptional
cases, the engine stops and re-
fuses to start. Otherwise, the en-
gine runs in emergency operating
mode.
You can continue to ride, but
bear in mind that the usual en-
gine performance might not be
available.
Have the fault rectified as
quickly as possible by a
specialist workshop, preferably
an authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer.
Engine warning
General warning light shows
red.
Engine symbol appears on
the display.
WARNING
Engine damage when run-
ning in emergency-operation
mode
Risk of accident
Adapt your style of riding ac-
cordingly: ride slowly, avoid
sharp accelerating and overtak-
ing.
If possible, have the vehicle
brought in and the fault
rectified by a specialist
workshop, preferably an
authorised BMW Motorrad
dealer.
Possible cause:
The engine control unit has dia-
gnosed a fault which may cause
severe secondary faults. The en-
gine is in emergency-operation
mode.
Avoid high load and rpm
ranges if possible.