Instrument panel: Notes: Overview

New technology is used for the instrument panel: Black Panel. This is a panel coated on the rear side with a black foil. The Black Panel covers the entire area of the instrument panel (high version). The remaining area is designed in such a way that the symbols of the indicator lights are not visible when switched off. (Basic version). The two large accentuation rings for the speed reading and engine speed display are galvanized. The two small dial areas for the fuel gauge and engine oil temperature are also galvanized. When switched off, the active areas of the displays are not visible.

Fig 1: Identifying Instrument Gauges Black Panel

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Instrument panel high version, ignition off

Fig 2: Identifying Instrument Panel High Version

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Instrument panel high version, ignition on.

NOTE: The fuel consumption indicator of the instrument cluster has been revised for model year 2012. After programming with BMW ISTA/P 2.43.2 or higher, a yellow strip can be seen at the border. This is series status. Replacement of the instrument cluster is ineffective.

NOTE: Different color for MSA symbol in F25! After programming, the symbol for MSA in the instrument cluster is now blue , not green.

Fig 3: Identifying Instrument Panel Basic Version

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Instrument panel basic version, ignition on.

NOTE: In the basic version, there is additionally the indicator light LIM. This indicator light illuminates for pending information about Speed Limit Info (road sign recognition).

The instrument panel starts up gradually.

At the request of the transmission control unit, the engaged gear is displayed in the instrument panel.

Fig 4: Identifying Base Version Of Instrument Cluster

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F25: Base version of instrument cluster, ignition on

NOTE: With the optional equipment SA6WB a multifunctional instrument cluster is implemented. The screen mask in the instrument cluster differs depending on the selected mode. The displays can be partially configured for the customer. For this, observe the corresponding Owner's Handbook!

The diagnosis for the multifunctional instrument cluster has not been changed by this.

Example displays for the multifunctional instrument cluster:

Fig 5: Example Of Multifunctional Instrument Cluster

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The high version of the instrument panel is described in the following text.