Just wanted to know when to change oil and what kind and weight. How much is the oil and filter if I buy it? Thank you. My first BMW. Thank you
Dec 5, 2018 at 6:23 PM
Oil change time frame and type of oil
2008 BMW 535I
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HARRY P
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As for what oil to use, there is actually quite a bit of literature put out by BMW. Basically, it depends on the weather where you are. Synthetic 5W-40 should fit the bill. I am including all of the pertinent literature in the images below.
They have not said much about the filter though. An Amazon search turns up some results: https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=sx_as?keywords=oil+filter&rh=k%3Aoil+filter%2Cn%3A15684181&qid=1544098444&vehicle=2008-31-189-------------1 - Be sure to click "Filter Results" near the top of the page.
Hope this information helps.
They have not said much about the filter though. An Amazon search turns up some results: https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=sx_as?keywords=oil+filter&rh=k%3Aoil+filter%2Cn%3A15684181&qid=1544098444&vehicle=2008-31-189-------------1 - Be sure to click "Filter Results" near the top of the page.
Hope this information helps.
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Dec 6, 2018 at 4:17 AM
Thank you. I just hope I did not get into something that I cannot afford. I live in Clovis New Mexico I should have studied the car a little more. Bought it used looked like it was in good condition but I do not know anything about the car and maintenance on it.Thank you again.
Dec 6, 2018 at 5:35 AM
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No problem. Feel free to use 2carpros anytime.
Dec 6, 2018 at 9:07 AM
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