BMW Motorrad R 1200GS Adventure Rider's Manual page 37

Severe fault in the engine
management system
The general warning lamp
flashes yellow.
The engine symbol flashes.
The engine is in the emer-
gency operating mode. Un-
usual engine response is a possi-
bility.
Adapt your style of riding accord-
ingly. Avoid accelerating sharply
and overtaking.
Possible cause:
The engine control unit has di-
agnosed a fault, which can lead
to a severe secondary fault. Oth-
erwise, the engine runs in the
emergency operating mode.
Continued driving is possi-
ble, however it is not recom-
mended.
Avoid high load and engine
speed ranges if possible.
Have the malfunction corrected
as soon as possible at an au-
thorized workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
Engine oil level too low
The oil can symbol is dis-
played.
OILLVL CHECK
is indicated.
Possible cause:
The electronic oil level sensor
has detected a low engine oil
level. At next refueling stop:
Check engine oil level (
If oil level is too low:
Top up engine oil (
If the oil level is correct:
Contact an authorized work-
shop, preferably an authorized
BMW Motorrad retailer.
Battery charging voltage
insufficient
The general warning lamp
lights up red.
The battery symbol is dis-
played.
A discharged battery will
lead to the failure of vari-
ous motorcycle systems such as
lighting, engine or ABS. This can
result in dangerous driving situa-
tions.
Do not continue riding.
97).
The battery is not being charged.
If you continue driving, the vehi-
98).
cle electronics will discharge the
battery.
Possible cause:
Alternator or alternator drive sys-
tem defective.
Have the malfunction corrected
as soon as possible at an au-
thorized workshop, preferably
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