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NOTICE
Fuel that does not comply with the minimum
quality can compromise engine function or
cause engine damage. There is a risk of dam‐
age to property, among other potential dam‐
age. Do not fill with fuel that does not comply
with the minimum quality.
NOTICE
Incorrect fuels can damage the fuel system and
the engine. There is a risk of damage to prop‐
erty, among other potential damage. Do not
use fuels with a higher ethanol content than
recommended. Do not refuel with fuels con‐
taining methanol, e.g. M5 to M100.
Recommended gas quality
BMW recommends AKI 91.
M Performance model:
BMW recommends AKI 93.
Refuel with this gasoline to achieve the rated
performance and consumption values.
Minimum fuel grade
BMW recommends AKI 89.
If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI Rating,
the engine may produce knocking sounds when
starting at high external temperatures. This has
no effect on the engine life.
Online Edition for Part no. 01405A38D29 - VI/21
Operating materials
Engine oil
General information
The engine oil consumption is dependent on
your driving style and driving conditions.
Therefore, regularly check the engine oil level af‐
ter refueling by taking a detailed measurement.
The engine oil consumption can increase in the
following situations, for instance:
▷
Sporty driving style.
▷
Break-in of the engine.
▷
Idle operation of the engine.
▷
With use of engine oil types that are classified
as not suitable.
Different Check Control messages appear on the
Control Display depending on the engine oil
level.
Safety information
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.
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