BMW 3 Series Owner's Manual page 353

Take care not to add too much engine oil.
Safety information
Warning
Operating materials, for instance oils, greases,
coolants, fuels, can contain harmful ingredients.
There is a risk of injury or danger to life. Follow
the instructions on the containers. Avoid the
contact of articles of clothing, skin or eyes with
operating materials. Do not refill operating ma‐
terials into different bottles. Store operating
materials out of reach of children.
NOTICE
An engine oil level that is too low causes en‐
gine damage. There is a risk of damage to
property, among other potential damage. Im‐
mediately add engine oil.
NOTICE
Too much engine oil can damage the engine or
the catalytic converter. There is a risk of dam‐
age to property, among other potential dam‐
age. Do not add too much engine oil. When too
much engine oil is added, have the engine oil
level corrected by a dealer's service center or
another qualified service center or repair shop.
Overview
The oil filler neck is located in the engine com‐
partment.
Additional information:
For an overview, refer to page 347.
Adding engine oil
1. Opening the hood.
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Operating materials
Opening, refer to page 348.
2. Open the lid counterclockwise.
3. Add engine oil.
4. Close the lid.
Engine oil types to add
General information
The engine oil grade is critical for the life of the
engine.
Only add with the types of engine oil which are
listed.
Safety information
NOTICE
Oil additives can damage the engine. There is a
risk of damage to property, among other poten‐
tial damage. Do not use oil additives.
NOTICE
Incorrect engine oil can cause malfunctions in
the engine or damage it. There is a risk of dam‐
age to property, among other potential dam‐
age. When selecting an engine oil, make sure
that the engine oil has the correct oil specifica‐
tion.
Suitable engine oil types
Add engine oils that meet the following oil rating
standards:
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