BMW serie 3 sedan 2001 Manual Do Utilizador

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Index
Data
Technology
Repairs
Car care
Controls
Overview
Fuel gauge 
Temperature gauge 
Service Interval Display 
When you switch on the ignition, the 
indicator lamp comes on briefly to 
confirm that the system is stationary. 
Once the indicator lamp begins to light 
up continuously, there are still approx. 
2 gallons (8 liters) of fuel in the fuel 
tank.
Tank capacity: refer to page 
.
If the tilt of the vehicle varies (extended 
driving in mountainous areas, for 
example), there may be slight fluctua-
tions of the needle.
Fill the fuel tank well before it is 
empty. Driving to the last drop of 
fuel can result in damage to the engine 
and/or the catalytic converter.
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Blue
The engine is still cold. Drive at 
moderate engine and vehicle speeds.
Red
When you switch on the ignition, the 
indicator lamp comes on briefly to 
confirm that the system is operational.
If the lamp comes on while operating 
the vehicle: the engine is overheated. 
Stop and switch the engine off immedi-
ately and allow it to cool down.
Between the blue and red zones
Normal operating range. It is not 
unusual for the needle to rise as far as 
the edge of the red zone in response to 
high outside temperatures or severe 
operating conditions. Checking coolant 
level: refer to page 
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Remaining distance for service
The displays shown in the illustration 
appear for a few seconds from ignition 
key position 1 or after the engine is 
started.
The next service due appears with the 
message OILSERVICE or INSPECTION, 
together with the remaining distance 
before the service is due.
The computer bases its calculations of 
the remaining distance on the previous 
driving style.
A flashing message and a "–" in front of 
the number mean that the service 
interval has already been exceeded by 
the distance shown on the display. 
Please contact your BMW center for an 
appointment.
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