325i Oil level indicator

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Uno

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Hello,

I have a 325i, 2001. The oil level indicator comes on as yellow approx 5 seconds after I start the car and dissapears approx. 10 seconds later. I checked the oil level and it seems ok.

I am a bit confused since the oil level seems ok and the yellow loght dissappears after 10 seconds and never appears back again as I contuinue driving. Is this indicator supposed to work this way? That is: 10 seconds appear as yellow and then dissappear rest of the trip?

I apologize if this sounds a bit stupid.

Best,

Uno
 
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Yellow light

Hi there,

The yellow light appearing in your dash is there to remind you that the oil service is due. The red light is for inspection.

Hope this helps,
Tiger
 
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I dont think the sensor is the problem. Besides it is a high performance engine, so in 15k miles, you will burn some oil, also depends on the driving habits. I get the same light after owning the car for a week, went to the dealer and talked to the mechanic, his answer was.."Oh, this is normal, i have to put about a quart between oil changes". But the think with a BMW is that it is sensitive to everything, even though you might think that the oil level is ok, but even if a little is missing it will complain. I would recommend to to buy some oil from the dealer and add just a little maybe 1/8 or a quart and see if the problem still exists.

Hope this help....
 
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