BMW Warning Lights: What Do They Mean?

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BMW vehicles are quality luxury vehicles that can perform highly on the Bellevue roads. However, similar to any machines, they might need an unexpected service from time to time. When one of the BMW warning lights symbols illuminate on your dashboard, you should try to decipher the meaning and whether you need to visit the service center at BMW Seattle. Discover the BMW warning lights meaning below!

 

BMW Warning Lights Meaning

Because your BMW vehicle has several advanced systems that make up your driving experience in Lynnwood, there are several BMW warning lights symbols that you will see in your vehicle. Some of these symbols are telling you that your luxury vehicle needs immediate service, while others are straightforward fixes that you can resolve yourself. See the following BMW warning lights below and what they each mean, so you can familiarize yourself. 

  • Empty or Low Fuel: When this BMW warning light symbol illuminates, you have approximately 30 miles before you completely run out of fuel. Make sure to stop by a local gas station for a fill-up as soon as possible since driving too long with this light on could damage your fuel system. 
  • Tire Pressure Monitor: If this light is triggered, itmeans that one or more of your tires is underinflated. A yellow light means the tire pressure is down by about 10%, while a red light means the tire has deflated rapidly. 
  • Oil Can: This BMW warning light symbol means your vehicle is due for an oil change. At BMW Seattle, we can get you back on the road as quickly as possible. 
  • Light Bulb: If this symbol islit, then one or more external lights are out or experiencing an issue. If, after changing your bulbs, the light is still on, you should bring your vehicle to our service technicians. 
  • Thermometer: Your engine is getting too hot and potentially overheating. This can be both dangerous and damaging to your engine. If you aren’t near a BMW service center in Redmond, we advise you to stop running your vehicle to let your engine cool down and then visit us as soon as possible.
  • Engine: When this warning light flashes or stays on, you will want to have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible since it means there is an issue with your engine or its components. 
  • Dynamic Stability Control: This BMW warning light isn’t one to worry about as it simply means the traction control system has been engaged. Learn more about it in your owner’s manual.
  • Service Vehicle: If this light is yellow, it means your BMW will be due for service soon. If you BMW becomes overdue for service, the light will turn red. 

Schedule Certified BMW Service at BMW Seattle

If you realize your BMW vehicle needs to be serviced after learning about the BMW warning light meanings, schedule an appointment online today. Contact us if you have any questions and we will be happy to offer you the most helpful information to get you back on the Seattle roads! 

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