How to Check the Engine Oil Display on an Older BMW 318i?

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OAsher
07/29/25 3:21am
Start the engine, adjust the scroll button on the lever with the BC key located on the left steering column, select the cup-shaped icon, and then hold the BC key for about five seconds to display the engine oil level. Below is an introduction to the BMW 318i: 1. Overview: The BMW 318i is another 3 Series sedan launched by BMW Brilliance following the BMW 325i. According to BMW's conventional model numbering method, the BMW 318i should have a 1.8L engine displacement. However, the domestically produced BMW 318i uses a 2.0L engine, which sparked considerable debate in the industry. 2. Powertrain Configuration: Although the exterior and interior of the BMW 318i are more modest compared to the BMW 325i, its 4-cylinder, 4-valve 2.0L engine adds significant appeal. This engine employs BMW's unique Valvetronic (continuously variable electronic valve control) technology, which allows for continuous, stepless control of the intake manifold lift based on the throttle pedal position and adjusts the intake volume according to driving intensity. With this technology, the engine's torque output increases by 6%, fuel consumption decreases by 10%, and exhaust emissions are reduced by 40%.
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LeAngelo
08/12/25 7:12am
I've driven the older BMW 318i for several years, and checking the oil display is actually quite simple. First, park the car on level ground and start the engine, letting it run for a few minutes to warm up the oil slightly. Then, locate a small button labeled 'BC' near the steering wheel and press it gently a few times. The screen on the dashboard will cycle through different information displays. Keep pressing until you see 'OIL' or '机油' (engine oil) displayed. Wait a moment, and it will automatically measure the current oil level. Normally, if it shows 'OK' or 'OEL MAX,' it means the oil level is full and fine. If it displays 'MIN' or 'ADD,' it indicates the oil is low and needs to be topped up immediately. Remember not to check on a slope, as the reading will be inaccurate and could cause problems. I recommend checking the oil status at least once a month to avoid severe engine wear. Finding parts for older cars can be difficult, and repairs can be both troublesome and expensive.
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