BMW 840Ci, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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The warning light comes on briefly as
an operating check when the ignition is
switched on.
If the telltale light remains on for longer
periods or continuously, there are only
about 10 litres of fuel left in the tank.
Please add fuel in good time, since
"running the tank dry" could damage
the engine or the catalytic converter.
You can display the probable range on
the fuel remaining in the tank on the on-
bord computer. See Page 57.
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If the car's body is at an unusual
angle, e.g. during a lengthy uphill run,
the display readings may fluctuate
slightly.
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Blue:
the engine is cold. Drive at moderate
engine and road speeds.
Red:
with COOLANT TEMPERATURE dis-
play in MID: the engine is too hot.
Switch it off at once and allow to cool
down.
Pointer between the two col-
oured zones:
Normal operating temperature. At
high outside temperatures or when
loads on the car are severe, the needle
may move up as far as the beginning
of the red zone.
Checking coolant level: Page 100.
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Fuel gauge Coolant thermometer
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