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Engine compartment
Mobility
Engine compartment
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
Important features in the engine compartment
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2
3
Vehicle identification number
Jump-starting, negative battery terminal
Washer fluid reservoir
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5
6
Jump-starting, positive battery terminal
Oil filler neck
Coolant reservoir, except 650i.
If you are unfamiliar with the statutory guide‐
lines, have any work on the vehicle performed
only by a service center.
Hood
Opening the hood
If work is not carried out properly, there is a
danger of subsequent damage and related
safety hazards.◀
Working in the engine compartment
Never attempt to perform any service or
repair operations on your vehicle without the
necessary professional technical training.
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Mobility
Engine compartment
Never reach into the engine compart‐
ment
Closing the hood
Hood open when driving
Never reach into spaces or gaps in the engine
compartment; otherwise, there is a risk of in‐
jury, e.g., from rotating or hot parts.◀
If you see any signs that the hood is not
completely closed while driving, pull over im‐
mediately and close it securely.◀
Danger of injury when the hood is open
Danger of jamming
There is a danger of injury from protrud‐
ing parts when the hood is open.◀
Make sure that the closing path of the
hood is clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◀
1. Pull the lever.
Let the hood drop from a height of approx. 16
in/40 cm and push down on it to lock it fully.
2. Press the release handle and open the
hood.
The hood must audibly engage on both sides.
3. Be careful of protruding parts on the hood.
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