Although it is not a funny subject to owners now driving the i3 with the check engine light on it is a little cute that the bmw icon is that of a classic engine profile showing an internal.
Check engine light on bmw i3.
In some cases you need to pull over immediately to prevent damage while in others you merely need to tighten you gas cap next time you stop in order to reset the service engine soon light.
A check engine light can indicate a broad spectrum of problems with your 2017 bmw i3.
Hit start stop to shut it off and tried again.
The warning light comes on for the following reasons.
Starting letter p diagnostic code shows that there are problems in engine transmission and emissions systems.
Exhaust emissions have deteriorated.
The video above shows how to locate the on board diagnostics obd plug on your 2017 i3 how to read the trouble codes and how to reset or clear the check engine light using a scanner on your i3.
This may result in poor engine performance and fuel economy.
Messed around with it for a few minutes and got out to check something got back in and this time no check engine light and was able to shift into drive.
If your check engine light is on it means your vehicle has one or more obd ii trouble codes so you have to check your engine diagnostic code tool.
The bmw i3 check engine warning light applies to range extender versions of the i3 only.
Tried to shift into drive but no go.
It is an erroneous display and it s not affecting drivability emissions or.
Unplugged the charging cord climbed in pushed the start button and got a check engine light.
However bmw manufacturer may have a different definition for the p0480 obd ii diagnostic powertrain p trouble code so you should chech it on our car models.