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Engine oil
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Checking the oil level
Adding engine oil
The oil volume between the two marks
on the dipstick corresponds to approx.
1.1 US quarts (1 liter). Do not fill beyond
the upper mark on the dipstick. Excess
oil will damage the engine.
1 Park the vehicle on a level surface
2 Shut the engine off after it has
reached normal operating tempera-
ture
Wait until the level has dropped to just
above the lower mark before adding oil.
However, do not wait until the oil drops
below the lower mark.
3 After approx. 5 minutes, pull the dip-
stick out and wipe it off with a clean
lint-free cloth, paper towel, or similar
material
BMW engines are designed to op-
erate without oil additives. The
use of additives could lead to damage
in some cases. This is also true for the
automatic transmission, the differential
and the power steering system.<
4 Push the dipstick carefully all the way
into the guide tube and pull it out
again
5 The oil level should be in between the
two graduations on the dipstick.
As with fuel economy, oil consumption
is directly influenced by your driving
style and vehicle operating conditions.
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150nEngine oil
Engine oil specifications
Viscosity ratings
The quality of the engine oil selected
has critical significance for the opera-
tion and service life of an engine. Based
on extensive testing, BMW has ap-
proved only certain engine oils.
Viscosity is the oil flow rating as estab-
lished in SAE classes.
The selection of the correct SAE class
depends on the climatic conditions in
the area where you drive your BMW.
Use only approved "BMW High-Perfor-
mance Synthetic Oil."
Approved oils are in SAE classes
5W-40 and 5W-30.<
If you are unable to obtain "BMW High-
Performance Synthetic Oil," you can
add small amounts of synthetic oil in
between oil changes. Only use oils with
the API SH specification or higher.
These oils may be used for driving in all
ambient temperatures.
Ask your authorized BMW center
for details concerning the specific
"BMW High-Performance Synthetic Oil"
or other synthetic oils that have been
approved.
You can also call BMW of North
America at 1-800-831-1117, or visit this
this information.<
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Engine oil
Coolant
151n
Comply with the applicable envi-
ronmental laws regulating the dis-
posal of used oil.<
Do not add coolant to the cooling
system when the engine is hot.
Escaping coolant can cause burns.
To avoid the possibility of damage later
on, never use anything other than fac-
tory-approved, nitrite and amino-free
extended-duty antifreeze with corrosion
protectant. Your authorized BMW cen-
ter is familiar with the official specifica-
tions.
Recommendation: Have the oil
changed by your BMW center.
Continuous exposure to used oil
has caused cancer in laboratory
testing.
Any skin areas that come into contact
with oil should therefore be thoroughly
washed with soap and water.
Store oils, greases, and similar materi-
Antifreeze and anti-corrosion agents
are hazardous to health. Store anti-
freeze and anti-corrosion agents in their
original containers where they are inac-
Checking coolant level
Correct coolant level when the engine
is cold (approx. 68 7/206):
als so that they are inaccessible to chil- cessible to children.
dren. Comply with all warnings on the
containers.<
Extended-duty antifreeze with corro-
sion inhibitor contains ethylene glycol - Unscrew the cap from the expansion
a flammable substance. For this reason, tank.
do not spill antifreeze with corrosion in-
The coolant level is correct when the
hibitor on hot engine components. It
end of the red float is aligned with the
could catch fire and cause serious
burns.<
upper edge of the filler opening (refer to
the arrow in the illustration), or max.
0.8 in (2 cm) higher, for instance up to
the second mark on the float (see also
Comply with the applicable envi-
ronmental laws regulating the dis-
the schematic diagramm next to the
posal of extended-duty antifreeze with
cap).
corrosion inhibitor.<
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