BMW X6 E71 car warning lights, car warning symbols such as engine management light, ABS light, airbag light this guide will help you. We have created this BMW X6 E71 dashboard lights meaning guide and will show you how to deal with an engine light, airbag warning light, ABS light and all of the other car warning signs on your dashboard. You might need to buy a scanner online which will show BMW trouble codes & reset the warning light for good!
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BMW X6 E71engine warning light - the EML warning light will turn on if there is a malfunction within the engine electronics of your X6 E71. The most likely cause of this light turning on is a faulty sensor such as camshaft, crankshaft, Mass Airflow Meter (MAF) or ignition coil. You can diagnose the fault yourself by using the iCarsoft BMM V1.0 BMW OBD Code Reader which will read the fault codes and give a fault description. This description allows you to better understand the fault, and fix it quicker. Once the fault is fixed the light can be turned off with the iCarsoft BMM V1.0 BMW OBD Code Reader.
BMW X6 E71 EML warning light - the EML warning light will turn on if there is a malfunction within the engine electronics of your X6 E71. The most likely cause of this light turning on is a faulty sensor such as camshaft, crankshaft, Mass Airflow Meter (MAF) or ignition coil. You can diagnose the fault yourself by using the iCarsoft BMM V1.0 BMW OBD Code Reader which will read the fault codes and give a fault description. This description allows you to better understand the fault, and fix it quicker. Once the fault is fixed the light can be turned off with the iCarsoft BMM V1.0 BMW OBD Code Reader.
BMW X6 E71 Roadster ABS warning light - if the ABS light is illuminated on your X6 E71 you can diagnose & reset the warning light with the iCarsoft BMM V1.0 BMW OBD Code Reader. The most common cause for an ABS light to turn on is a faulty ABS sensor, the good news is the ABS sensors are quite cheap to replace and only takes about 1 hour labour. In some cases though the problem could be due to a fault ABS pump or ABS module, this is much more expensive.
BMW X6 E71 SRS airbag warning light - if the airbag light on your X6 E71 is illuminated you should have it checked out as soon as possible because your safety is at risk otherwise. You can diagnose & reset the airbag light fault/dash light by using the iCarsoft BMM V1.0 BMW OBD Code Reader . This BMM V1.0 will tell you where the fault is, which will save you time when it comes to fixing the problem
BMW X6 E71 washer fluid warning light - should this light appear on your dashboard it means that you need to top up your windscreen wash fluid.
BMW X6 E71 SERVICE ENGINE SOON warning light - if this symbol illuminates on the dash of your X6 E71 it indicates that the emissions values have deteriorated and means there is excessive misfiring in the engine module. You can diagnose the fault by using the iCarsoft BMM V1.0 BMW OBD Code Reader. It will read the X6 E71 engine fault codes and allow you to clear the trouble codes & dash light.
BMW X6 E71 - Service message. If this message appears on the message centre of your BMW X6 E71 it means the vehicle needs to be serviced. Once the vehicle has been serviced, or you simply need to reset the message you can use the iCarsoft BMM V1.0 BMW OBD Code Reader
BMW X6 E71 power steering malfunction warning light - if this symbol illuminates it means there is a fault with the power steering system in your X6 E71. You can diagnose & reset the faults yourself by using the iCarsoft BMM V1.0 BMW OBD Code Reader
BMW X6 E71 flat tyre warning light - if this symbol illuminates in RED it indicates that there is a flat tyre or loss of pressure in a tyre. If the light illuminates in YELLOW it indicates the there is more that 1 flat tyre or loss of pressure in more than 1 tyre. If the warning light flashes then stays on permanantly, it means that a flat tyre cannot be detected and they system has a malfunction. You can use the iCarsoft BMM V1.0 BMW OBD Code Reader to diagnose these faults.
BMW X6 E71 oil warning light - the oil warning light can illuminate in different ways, the way in which is illuminates will depend on the actual fault as shown below.
The warning lamp lights up in red:
The engine oil pressure is too low. Stop the vehicle immediately and switch off the engine. Check the engine oil level and top up if necessary.
The warning lamp lights up in yellow while you are driving.
In addition, a signal sounds and "+1.0" appears in the instrument cluster which means that the oil level is at the absolute minimum; refill as soon as possible. Do not drive more than 125 miles/200 km before refilling.
The warning lamp comes on in yellow after the engine is switched off.
A signal also sounds. You need to add engine oil at the earliest opportunity, e.g.
when you stop to refuel.
The warning lamp lights up in yellow within 30 seconds after the engine is started:
The oil level sensor is defective. It is not possible to issue a current or accurate
measurement. Have the system checked as soon as possible.
The warning lamp lights up in red:
The engine oil pressure is too low. Stop the vehicle immediately and switch off the engine. Check the engine oil level and top up if necessary.
The warning lamp lights up in yellow while you are driving.
In addition, a signal sounds and "+1.0" appears in the instrument cluster which means that the oil level is at the absolute minimum; refill as soon as possible. Do not drive more than 125 miles/200 km before refilling.
The warning lamp comes on in yellow after the engine is switched off.
A signal also sounds. You need to add engine oil at the earliest opportunity, e.g.
when you stop to refuel.
The warning lamp lights up in yellow within 30 seconds after the engine is started:
The oil level sensor is defective. It is not possible to issue a current or accurate
measurement. Have the system checked as soon as possible.
BMW X6 E71 DTC Dynamic Traction Control warning light - when this DTC lamp is illuminated it means that the DTC system is activated and and the vehicle is set up to better deal with road conditions with snow or ice. It is basically designed to give you better traction control on the road surface.
BMW X6 E71 DSC Dynamic Stability Control warning light - this warning light will start to flash when driving over road surfaces such as snow or ice, indicating that the traction control system is working to ensure that maximum traction on the road is acheived.
BMW X6 E71 coolant level warning light - if the coolant warning dash lamp turns on, it means the coolant level in your system is too low and should be topped up as soon as you can. Be careful not to open the coolant cap when the engine is hot. Always wait until the engine is cool. If you notice that you have to top up quite regularly then you should check for leaks because it is common for the expansion tank which holds the coolant, to crack, this can lead to loss of coolant and engine overheating.
BMW X6 E71 CHECK GAS CAP warning lamp lights up if the gas cap is not properly tightened and the OBD system can assume that fuel vapor is escaping. If the gas cap is then tightened, the warning lamp should go out within a few days.
BMW X6 E71 brakepad warning light - The warning lamp lights up. The brake
pads have worn down to the minimum safe limit. Have the brake pads replaced as soon as possible.
pads have worn down to the minimum safe limit. Have the brake pads replaced as soon as possible.
BMW X6 E71 brake warning light - if this warning lamp turns on it can mean a few things as shown below.
The handbrake is in the on position, please take the handbrake off.
The brake fluid level is too low, check your brake fluid level and top up of required.
The light can turn on with other warning light such as the ABS warning light, this is normal and indicates generally only an ABS fault.
The handbrake is in the on position, please take the handbrake off.
The brake fluid level is too low, check your brake fluid level and top up of required.
The light can turn on with other warning light such as the ABS warning light, this is normal and indicates generally only an ABS fault.
BMW X6 E71 BRAKE warning light - see brake warning light info above.
BMW X6 E71 battery warning light - If this lights up it signals that the battery is no longer being charged. The alternator drive belt is defective or there is a malfunction in the charging circuit of the alternator. Have the system checked as soon as possible.
BMW X6 E71 automatic transmission cog warning light - if this light illuminates during normal driving conditions it means that the transmission is overheating. Reduce your speed immediately and pull over at a suitable location so that the transmission can cool down again. You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Have the system checked immediately.
