Blu_Ray_UK2007 Posted October 1 Share Posted October 1 I performed an oil and filter change yesterday, and today the iDrive indicated that the oil level was too high; however, the dipstick shows no oil level. The dipstick indicates no oil, although the gauge displays an excessively high reading. Everything was OK after the oil change yesterday. No oil is seeping anywhere. Even if there is a defective sensor, my dipstick should still indicate the presence of oil. I will examine the filter later today and inspect the dipstick. Does anybody have any recommendations? Thank you in advance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ByteStorm Posted October 1 Share Posted October 1 The iDrive is likely providing inaccurate readings because to the differential sensor in the sump; always rely on the dipstick for accurate measurements. What quantity of oil was added, and did you check the dipstick prior to starting the engine following the oil change? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IrvesBMW Posted October 1 Share Posted October 1 Was there oil present on the dipstick after the oil change? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VWDaveBMW Posted October 1 Share Posted October 1 It is evident that I am aware, but did you put the oil in the right orifice? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
p00rmansp0rsche Posted October 1 Share Posted October 1 Are you referring to the spherical container next to the radiator? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blu_Ray_UK2007 Posted October 1 Author Share Posted October 1 What is the diameter? For my clarification Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VWDaveBMW Posted October 1 Share Posted October 1 What is the diameter? For my clarification Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blu_Ray_UK2007 Posted October 1 Author Share Posted October 1 Affirmative. Adjacent to the rear passenger door of the vehicle, there exists an aperture. I opened the flap, unscrewed the cap, and poured the oil in, which entered without any complications. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blu_Ray_UK2007 Posted October 1 Author Share Posted October 1 I added a minimum of 6 litres and additional quantity. The dipstick indicated a near-full level. Upon driving, the iDrive system showed an excess of oil; thus, I extracted some oil, bringing the level to normal. However, after a brief drive, the level returned to maximum, but the dipstick displayed no oil. I parked and checked the dipstick this morning; it was at the minimum mark. I added around 0.75 litres, and it is now above the minimum line, about one-third of the way between the minimum and maximum levels on the dipstick. In this circumstance, I rely on the dipstick; should I add a little extra fluid? the dipstick is firmly and securely pressed down Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ByteStorm Posted October 1 Share Posted October 1 Indeed, I would assert that the dipstick reading was accurate originally, regardless of the indication from the I Drive system. Utilise the dipstick until the subsequent service, then replace the defective level sensor, since it seems to be providing inaccurate readings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blu_Ray_UK2007 Posted October 1 Author Share Posted October 1 Thank you, friend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VWDaveBMW Posted October 1 Share Posted October 1 The dipstick is reliable, since it never provides false readings. After a level sensor malfunction during an oil change, I transferred the oil into a clean container and then returned it to the system. I use a 25-liter drum with the bottom removed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blu_Ray_UK2007 Posted October 1 Author Share Posted October 1 Organised. I may have first added an excessive amount of oil, causing the sensor to register a high reading. Consequently, I removed what may have been an excessive quantity, resulting in a low level on the dipstick; nonetheless, the iDrive system still displayed an excess amount. There is a delay in the iDrive synchronisation. I used the dipstick measurement and added additional fluid till it indicated an appropriate level. After driving for thirty minutes, the iDrive system is functioning properly presently. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VWDaveBMW Posted October 1 Share Posted October 1 The iDrive requires time to display an accurate level. Ensure the engine is heated prior to obtaining the reading. I would never trust it and would use the dipstick each time, if it is equipped with one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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