what does this error symbol mean?

skim7x · 11-01-2011, 06:29 AM

On the road without my manual... Can someone help me out with this? What does this mean?

HomeBrew · 11-01-2011, 06:38 AM

Pretty sure that means coolant level is low!

From the reference:
Coolant level too low!
Engine coolant level too low. Risk of engine damage. At next opportunity, top up coolant, see Owner's Handbook. Caution: Risk of scalding!

Found it here (first post):
http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=356322

ZURICH · 11-01-2011, 06:41 AM

Yep, low coolant level, follow my thread.
https://wiki.bentleypublishers.com/d...90+E91+E92+E93

Tom K. · 11-01-2011, 09:09 AM

Access "Check control" messages in the dash computer which should tell you your coolant needs topping up. Use the small lever control on the turn signal stalk to scroll to "Check Control" and then push in the end button.

Tom

skim7x · 11-01-2011, 10:14 AM

thanks for your help guys...

skim7x · 11-01-2011, 06:21 PM

Thanks everyone for your help... I did drop by the BMW dealership and they just topped it off with 100% BMW coolant for free... it's not a mixture, just 100%... The coolant tank was like, empty! Well, at least the floating gauge was at the very bottom of the container...

EngineCo52 · 11-01-2011, 06:30 PM

you obviously have a smart phone...google images works wonders in these situations!!

JamesM3M5 · 11-01-2011, 10:01 PM

100% coolant is ok for a top-off, but don't use it straight if you have to add a lot. Did they bother to check WHY the coolant was low? It doesn't just evaporate. The system has a dozen plastic bits and pieces that are prone to leaking. Doesn't sound like they did you any favors.

And come on, that symbol is one of the most common symbols among all car brands. I'm not trying to flame or bitch, but seriously, that's pretty much the universal coolant symbol.

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HomeBrew Private First Class 43 Rep 161 Posts Drives: 2017 BMW M3 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Austin, TX iTrader: (0) Garage List 2017 BMW M3 [0.00] 2006 BMW 330i [0.00]	Coolant Level Low Pretty sure that means coolant level is low! From the reference: Coolant level too low! Engine coolant level too low. Risk of engine damage. At next opportunity, top up coolant, see Owner's Handbook. Caution: Risk of scalding! Found it here (first post): http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=356322 Attached Images __________________ 2017 BMW M3 - Tanzanite Blue with Full Silverstone Interior
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ZURICH Major 41 Rep 1,153 Posts Drives: E91 320d Touring M Sport Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Wettingen iTrader: (0)	Yep, low coolant level, follow my thread. https://wiki.bentleypublishers.com/d...90+E91+E92+E93 __________________ M Sport Package, (PDC), front / rear, Cruise control Mystic Blue Metallic, Beige Dakota leather, Alarm, Automatic transmission, Panoramic glass roof, Heated Seats, Lumbar etc etc "I don't Fuck around but when I do, I dont fuck around"
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Tom K. Major General 124 Rep 5,627 Posts Drives: '07 328iT, '13 Boxster Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Maryland iTrader: (0)	Access "Check control" messages in the dash computer which should tell you your coolant needs topping up. Use the small lever control on the turn signal stalk to scroll to "Check Control" and then push in the end button. Tom
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skim7x Colonel 208 Rep 2,558 Posts Drives: 335i, C63 AMG Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: USA iTrader: (4) Garage List 2007 335i [10.00]	Thanks everyone for your help... I did drop by the BMW dealership and they just topped it off with 100% BMW coolant for free... it's not a mixture, just 100%... The coolant tank was like, empty! Well, at least the floating gauge was at the very bottom of the container... __________________ '07 Space Gray 335i coupe - R.I.P. COBB ProTuned \| AMS \| CP-e \| BMS \| Quaife
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JamesM3M5 Some dude 92 Rep 1,780 Posts Drives: E92 335i Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Northern VA iTrader: (0)	100% coolant is ok for a top-off, but don't use it straight if you have to add a lot. Did they bother to check WHY the coolant was low? It doesn't just evaporate. The system has a dozen plastic bits and pieces that are prone to leaking. Doesn't sound like they did you any favors. And come on, that symbol is one of the most common symbols among all car brands. I'm not trying to flame or bitch, but seriously, that's pretty much the universal coolant symbol. __________________ RRT E92 335i/6MT with stuff and things
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