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Warning and indicator lights

On the R56, the legally prescribed indicator lights are divided between the instrument cluster and the auxiliary instrument. The display varies, depending on the model.

The signals from the individual systems are messages on the data bus. The junction box electronics (JBE) relays these messages to the to the auxiliary instrument, via the K-CAN.

Fig 1: Identifying Warning And Indicator Lights
G10004121Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Item Explanation
1 Turn indicator, left
2 General brake warning light
3 Dynamic Stability Control or automatic stability control plus traction
4 High-beam headlight
5 Antilock braking system
6 Turn indicator, right
Fig 2: Identifying Instrument Panel Warning And Indicator Lights
G10004122Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Item Explanation
1 Visual seat belt warning
2 Run Flat Indicator
3 Cruise control
4 Emissions warning light (engine)
5 Airbag
6 Fog lights
7 Rear fog light