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03-20-2012, 10:08 PM | #1 |
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Annoying Oil Sensor
Yes, I searched. This isn't a question just a minor rant. 2011.5 E90 oil indicator said add 1qt. I added half since I had an oil change coming anyway. Now indicator says 7/8 full. Sigh. I may have to change my mind about all those people who had been nostalgic for a dip stick.
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Park it somewhere level and force it to re-measure when warm. Cycle with control stalk to oil level; hold in for 2 seconds until it starts the clock animation; wait 1min or so for new reading.
Hey at least it didn't go over the top. I always add the full quart and have never had a problem...not sure why I'm so lucky. Good luck - I agree it is annoying. |
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Wow. The electronics and software on those dipsticks must have been really well engineered for you to never have had a failure!
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I wouldn't worry about it honestly. Just fill when it says to, leave it alone otherwise. Getting worried about what it shows on the level is a waste of time IMO.
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I just had my 1200 mile service completed and after leaving the dealer, the oil indicator shows down 1/2. I think it is really annoying and I don't know whether to blame it on the sensor or is it really short of full. I have forced a remeasure while parked on level multiple time after driving the car and having everything warmed up.
My 07 335i never had an issue. For all the years I owned the car the indicator never moved off full. Any way to get a straight answer from the dealer? I called my SA and asked about problems with the sensor readings and was told he had never heard anyone complain about it. Am I just being too difficult or do I expect too much from BMW? |
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