Indicator And Warning Lamps - BMW M COUPE 2002 Owner's Manual

Indicator and warning lamps

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Technology that monitors itself
Indicator and warning lamps that are
identified by " " are tested for proper
functioning whenever the ignition key is
turned. They each light up once for
different periods of time.
If a fault should occur in one of these
systems, the corresponding lamp does
not go out after the engine is started or
it lights up while the vehicle is moving.
You will see how to react to this in the
following section.
Red: stop immediately
Battery charge current
The battery is no longer being
charged. The alternator drive
belt is defective or there is a malfunc-
tion in the charging circuit of the alter-
nator. Please contact the nearest BMW
center.
If the drive belt is defective, do not
continue driving. The engine could
be damaged due to overheating.
Increased force is required to steer the
vehicle if the drive belt is defective.<
Engine oil pressure
Stop the vehicle immediately
and switch off the engine.
Check the engine oil level. Top off as
required. If oil level is correct: please
contact the nearest BMW center.
Do not continue driving, other-
wise, the engine could be
damaged because of inadequate lubri-
cation.<
Brake hydraulic system
The brake fluid level is too low.
Before driving further, be sure to
read the notes on pages 92
Brake hydraulic system warning
lamp for Canadian models.
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