Indicator and warning lamps – BMW X5 4.8is SAV 2004 User Manual

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Indicator and warning lamps

DSC Dynamic Stability Control/
xDrive

The warning lamp lights up con-

tinuously and a warning signal sounds:
DSC and HDC or the xDrive all-wheel
system has failed.
The stabilizing interventions of DSC or
the xDrive all-wheel drive system are no
longer available. Drive may then only be
carried out via the rear axle.
Have the system checked as soon as
possible.
For additional information, refer to
page

Proceed cautiously and defen-
sively. When driving on poor

roads, refrain from using full throttle
and avoid pressing the accelerator
beyond the kickdown point, heavy and
panic braking. Otherwise the drive train
may be damaged or accidents can
occur.

Engine electronics

Fault in the engine electronics.
You can continue to drive with

reduced engine output or engine
speed. Have the system checked as
soon as possible.

Service Engine Soon

If the indicator lamp lights up
continuously or intermittently,

there is a fault in the exhaust-relevant
electronic systems. Although the vehi-
cle continues to be operational, have
the systems checked as soon as possi-
ble.
For additional information: refer to
page

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Display of the previously
described malfunction on Cana-
dian models.

Check Gas Cap

Warning lamp lights up. Fuel
filler cap is not properly closed

or is missing. Check whether the fuel
filler cap is properly closed. For addi-
tional information, refer to page

Green: for your information

Turn signals
Flashes when the turn signals
are operated. Rapid flashing

indicates a system malfunction.
For additional information, refer to
page

Cruise control

Lights up when system is
switched on: ready for operation

using the buttons on the steering
wheel.
For additional information, refer to
page

Fog lamps
Lights up when fog lamps are
switched on. For additional