BMW E60 hidden menu and engine temperatures
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How do you open the E60's hidden menu?
With the ignition on, hold the trip button down until menu 01 appears. Press the button again within a second and move to menu 19. Enter in the lock field the sum of the last characters of the car's VIN. When you return to menu 01, the locked menus are available.
Which menu shows the engine temperature?
The engine temperature data is found in menu 07. It shows the coolant temperature, and the charging voltage can also be read. The hidden menu has to be opened again every time, and it can also be opened while the engine is running.
Does the M57 engine have a separate oil temperature sensor?
No. The engine temperature is shown as the coolant temperature. The oil temperature is measured by the oil quality and level sensor in the oil pan, and it can be monitored as live data with a suitable diagnostic app.
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