Approved oil types
Coolant level
Checking
Your service center can advise you on which en‐
gine oils have been approved by the manufac‐
turer of your vehicle.
1.
2.
Let the engine cool.
The engine oil quality is critical for the life of the
engine.
Turn the cap of the expansion tank slightly
counterclockwise to allow any excess pres‐
sure to dissipate, and then open it.
Only use approved BMW High Performance oil.
Approved oils belong to the viscosity grades
SAE 0W-40, SAE 0W-30, SAE 5W-40 and SAE
5W-30.
Alternative oil types
If the approved engine oils are not available, up
to 1 US quart/liter of another oil with the follow‐
ing specification may be used.
API SM quality standards or higher.
3.
The coolant level is correct if it lies between
the minimum and maximum marks in the
filler neck.
Coolant
4.
If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to
the specified level; do not overfill.
General information
5.
6.
Turn the cap until there is an audible click.
Danger of burns from hot engine
Have the cause of the coolant loss elimi‐
nated as soon as possible.
Do not open the cooling system while the
engine is hot; otherwise, escaping coolant may
cause burns.◀
Disposal
Suitable additives
Comply with the relevant environmental
Only use suitable additives; otherwise, en‐
gine damage may occur. The additives are
harmful to your health.◀
protection regulations when disposing
of coolant and coolant additives.
Coolant consists of water and additives.
Not all commercially available additives are suit‐
able for your vehicle. Ask your service center for
suitable additives.
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