BMW 530i Troubleshooting


1. Locate and check the Service Advisor for maintenance issues. The Service Advisor is located between the speedometer and tachometer. This gauge keeps track of your mileage and any maintenance issues that need to be addressed in your car. Here you can access the status of your car's brake pads, fluid levels and other general maintenance issues. A service that needs to be updated or is dangerously close to the deadline will be highlighted with a triangle symbol.
2. Review your car's Check Control center for indicator lights or malfunctions. Located above the Service Advisor display, the Check Control center monitors certain functions of the vehicle and triggers an indicator light when there is a malfunction. To address these issues, press the 'check' button on the turn signal lever, and text instructions will accompany and explain any malfunctions that occur.
3. Check your car's Condition Based Service maintenance system for any further issues that need to be addressed. This maintenance system keeps track of the dates needed for oil changes, brake maintenance, spark plugs and locally mandated inspections.
4. Locate your car's Service and Warranty Information booklet for further troubleshooting. If your issues are not addressed in this booklet, consider taking your vehicle to a professional. BMW recommends that your car be serviced and repaired at your local BMW center.