Engine Oil, Checking Level; Engine Oil And Filter, Changing - BMW 1999-2005 M3 Service Manual

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publication. If there is any doubt
about what procedures apply to a
specific model or model year, or
what intervals should be followed,
remember that an authorized BMW
dealer has the latest information
on factory-recommended
maintenance.

Engine oil, checking level

Engine oil level is checked with a
dipstick (arrow) in engine block.
Check oil level with car on a level
surface, after engine has been
stopped for at least a few minutes.
Check level by pulling out dipstick
and wiping it clean. Reinsert it all
way and withdraw it again.
Oil level is correct if it is between
two marks near end of stick.
Add oil through filler cap (arrow) on
top of cylinder head. Add only amount
needed to bring oil level to MAX mark
on dipstick, using an oil of correct
viscosity and grade. Too much oil can
be just as harmful as too little.

Engine oil and filter, changing

A complete oil change requires new oil,
a new oil filter insert kit, and a new
drain plug sealing washer. The tools
needed, a 17 mm drain plug socket or
box wrench and a drain pan (8 - 10 US
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