How to Check the Engine Oil Level in a BMW 730?

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VonCassandra
07/24/25 6:29am
The engine oil level in a BMW 730 can be checked and adjusted via the button on the turn signal switch, but the vehicle must be running. Below are the methods to check the engine oil level in a BMW 730: 1. Oil Display: Press the knob with the MENU button downward, and the oil level can be found under the vehicle information status. 2. Viewing Method: Under the latest main menu, there is an oil icon in the vehicle information section; pressing it will display the oil level. 3. Appearance: The BMW 730 is a large sedan with body dimensions of 5273mm in length, 1902mm in width, and 1498mm in height, a wheelbase of 3210mm, a fuel tank capacity of 78 liters, and is equipped with a 2.0t turbocharged engine.
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Jim
08/11/25 2:12am
Last time when I accompanied my best friend to the 4S store for maintenance, the technician specifically taught us how to check the oil level of the BMW 730. After starting the engine, don’t step on the accelerator, find the vehicle status menu on the central control screen, select ‘Oil Level Check’ and wait for the progress bar to complete. The key is to park on level ground, as checking immediately after the engine is cold or turned off won’t give accurate results. That time, I got a scare when it showed low right after turning off the engine, but the technician said to wait half an hour for the engine to cool down before checking again, and then it was normal. Now, I always double-check after every maintenance, especially since turbocharged engines can be seriously damaged by low oil levels.
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