Viscosity grades for engine oils
When selecting an engine oil, ensure that
the engine oil belongs to one of the viscosity
grades SAE 0W-40, SAE 0W-30, SAE 5W-40,
and SAE 5W-30 or malfunctions or engine
damage may occur.◀
The engine oil quality is critical for the life of
the engine.
Approved engine oil types
You can add engine oils with the following
specifications:Gasoline engineBMW Longlife-01.BMW Longlife-01 FE.Diesel engineBMW Longlife-04.
Additional information about the approved
types of engine oils can be obtained from the
service center.
Alternative engine oil types If the approved engine oils are not available, up
to 1 US quart/liter of an engine oil with the fol‐
lowing specification can be added:
Gasoline engineAPI SM or superior grade specification.Diesel engineAPI ILSAC GF-5.
Engine oil change:
The vehicle manufacturer recommends that
you let the service center change the motor oil.
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