BMW X5 2002 Manual Do Utilizador

Indicator and warning lamps

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. There is a malfunction

of the alternator drive belt or in the
charging circuit of the alternator. Please
contact the nearest BMW Sports
Activity Vehicle center.

If the drive belt is defective, do not
continue driving. The engine could

be damaged due to overheating. If the
drive belt is defective, increased
steering effort is also required.

Engine oil pressure

●

Stop the vehicle immediately
and switch off the engine.

Check the engine oil level; top off as
required. If the oil level is correct:
please contact the nearest BMW Sports
Activity Vehicle center.

Do not continue driving. The
engine could be damaged

because of inadequate lubrication.

Parking brake

Brake hydraulic system

●

Comes on when you engage the

parking brake. For additional informa-
tion: refer to page

Comes on although the parking brake
is released: have the brake fluid level
checked. Before continuing your
journey, be sure to read the notes on
pages

135

and

146

Also comes on in the Check Control
with the message "CHECK BRAKE
LININGS".

Parking brake warning lamp

Brake hydraulic system warning
lamp for Canadian models.

Tire Pressure Monitor (RDC)

●

In addition, an acoustic signal is
sounded: a flat tire has

occurred. Reduce vehicle speed imme-
diately and stop the vehicle. Avoid hard
brake applications. As you steer the
vehicle, use caution and avoid overcor-
recting.
For additional information: refer to
page