Mobility -> Engine compartment for your BMW 7 Series 2008-2014
Engine compartment
Important features in the engine compartment
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Vehicle identification number*
Jump starting, negative terminal
Washer fluid reservoir
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Oil filler neck. 760i/Li: filler neck is located
under a flap.
Coolant reservoir, removed 760i/Li.
Jump starting, positive terminal
Never reach into the engine compartment
Never reach into the intermediate spaces
Hood
Opening the hood
or gaps in the engine compartment. Otherwise,
there is risk of injury, e.g. from rotating or hot
parts.◀
Working in the engine compartment
Never attempt to perform any service or
repair operations on your vehicle without the
necessary professional technical training.
1. Pull the lever.
If you are unfamiliar with the statutory guide‐
lines, have any work on the vehicle performed
only by a service center.
If this work is not carried out properly, there is
the danger of subsequent damage and related
safety hazards.◀
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2. Press the release handle and open the hood.
3. Be careful of protruding parts on the hood.
Danger of injury when the hood is open
Danger of pinching
Make sure that the closing path of the
hood is clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◀
There is a danger of injury from protruding
parts when the hood is open.◀
Closing the hood
Let the hood drop from a height of approx. 16 in/
40 cm and push down on it to lock it fully.
The hood must audibly engage on both sides.
Hood open when driving
If you see any signs that the hood is not
completely closed while driving, pull over imme‐
diately and close it securely.◀
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