BMW K 1600 GTL Rider's Manual page 34

Engine fault
3
The engine symbol lights
up.
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Possible cause:
The engine control unit has diag-
nosed a fault.
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.
If you continue to ride be pre-
z
pared for unusual engine be-
havior (low power, poor throttle
response, abrupt stalling, etc.)
Have the malfunction corrected
as soon as possible by a spe-
cialized workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
Severe engine fault
The engine symbol flashes.
Possible cause:
The engine control unit has diag-
nosed a severe fault.
An engine fault that can
lead to severe consequen-
tial damage has been detected.
Adapt your style of riding accord-
ingly. Ride slowly, avoid acceler-
ating and overtaking.
If possible, have the motorcycle
picked up.
If you continue to ride be pre-
pared for unusual engine be-
havior (low power, poor throttle
response, abrupt stalling, etc.)
Have the malfunction corrected
as soon as possible by a spe-
cialized workshop, preferably
an authorized BMW Motorrad
retailer.
Engine-oil level too low
The oil can symbol is dis-
played.
Possible cause:
The electronic oil level sensor
has detected a low engine oil
level. Check the engine-oil level
with the dipstick the next time
you stop to refuel:
Checking engine oil level
( 110).
If oil level is too low:
Topping up engine oil (
Battery charge current
insufficient
General warning light shows
red.
The battery symbol is dis-
played.
A discharged battery leads
to the failure of various mo-
torcycle systems, e.g. lighting,
112).