Learn How to Understand the Charge Indicator Lamp Colours of your Plug-in Hybrid or Electric Vehicle

BMW explains what the different colours during charging mean. The charge indicator lamp shows different colours for different stages in the charging process.

How-to BMW. What do the different colours during charging mean?

A white light indicates that the charging cable can be connected or removed. During preparation of the charging process an orange light flashes. If you have set a planned charging time, the light turns blue. The light flashes blue when charging is active. Once the charging process is completed, the light turns green. In case of a flashing red light, a failure has occurred. Please use the unlock button on your remote control or in the driver’s door to release the plug.

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