BMW E90 General Maintenance + What You Should Do After Buying A Used BMW E90
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thanks for masking up. you never know if you could get covid online.
Just don't want my face online #chrisfix
He's nicked the car
@@safesclart😂😂
Very good info all together. I agree that all these things should be checked when you buy on of these.
🙏🏼 Thanks! I had to learn through experience all this stuff, hopefully it helps some other e90 owners out there 🙌🏼
Great Channel Mate ! Bought a 330i a couple of months ago !
Cheers! The 330i is an awesome car! Hope the info can help you! Tons of more videos to come! 🙏🏼
same last week :)
Bro I just bought my first BMW E90 and it has that style of ccv but when I bought it it didn't come on it the shop that had it lost alot off parts but you just solved the rittle of what was missing lol.....thank you
That's awesome... What parts were missing?
You genuinely think you spelled “rittle” correctly?
Great video. But ccv hard to do? I dont think so just be carefull disconnecting the hoses as they can be brittle (and expensive)
Watch my ccv replacement video. It's only tough when you can't get the hoses off
@@buildanddrive i already did disa valve, ccv coils and plugs on mine. (E60) i think one of the new plugs came bad. Have misfire at idle on cyl 6 according to ista. Need to check it tomorrow.
Great video!
Thanks
Moral of the story :" Do not buy a BMW if you are NOT into fixing things yourself"
Yes. This is the title of the entire TH-cam channel😂😂😂👍🏽
I’m currently looking at a 2007 328i with 215k the current owner is stating that it has a shudder that he believes to be the torque converter I’ve been looking around and a lot of people are saying to add a transmission studder fixer and to us half the old transmission fluid along with half new what would you recommend
I would do a fluid and filter change on the transmission and see if it fixes itself. Otherwise used auto boxes are not expensive to swap rather than repair it.
Do E90s spread covid?
😂
Haha thats why he kept the mask on smh lol
Pretty much
Why have you got a mask on outside 😂
Monkeypox-21 of course 👻
I`m three years late on this ball, thank you, very helpful, my son just bought a e90 in bad service mode, this vid helped us alot...thumbs up
Glad it helped! What is wrong with your e90?
solid video, I bought a 2009 328i coupe couple weeks ago so this is really helpful
Thanks! Lots of small issues with these cars but once they are sorted out, they are great to drive!
You’re not lying about the transmission fluid, I fell for bmw’s “life time transmissions fluid” so I barely changed my tf at 168k. Man that tf looked like regular oil it was so black!!
🤯168k!!! The gear oil was probably thick as a milkshake. Mine was okay, but swapped it out to be sure.
Build & Drive yeah I changed it once I received a code when I scanned it “low gear oil” no engine light illuminated though, so there’s no telling how long my car went with low gear oil!! Scary stuff
Build & Drive aside that I’m enjoying your videos bro, keep the uploads coming!
Funny BMW still put a sensor there... If the gear oil was lifetime use... Why check? 😆
Why are you wearing a mask ???
Because I don't want to show my face online.
Fair enough
one of the best e90 videos i've seen thanks fella
Really appreciate your comment! I've learned alot fixing my e90 and I hope these videos can help others learn from my mistakes and how to fix their own car to save some $$$!🙏🏼
Best thing you can do for you beamer is keep the oil changed and fresh. Like no more than 5k miles per oil change.
Yes, if it's burning oil, it's the best thing you can do
Wearing your mask when outside alone… my god haha. Don’t be scared of fresh air
Nah, just don't want to show my face 😂
Thanks for all your advice. I've tried a few times to fix the rough idle issue on start up for approx 20 seconds.
No fault codes.
Replaced vanos solenoids filters.
Cleaned vanos
Replaced sparkplug
Replaced valve cover due to oil leaks
Check spring inside filter housing ok
Yet to do replace vanos solenoids with genuine bmw and ecu update.
Your right about the transmission oil. That's one of the first thing I did plus I replaced the plastic pan with new bolts.
Any thoughts on this common issue
I would check your disa valves. One of mine was bad but it would only cause the car to slightly rev up and then down again on startup.
Or injectors/coils if its direct injection motor
It could also be your CCV system has a hole in it if you have the magnesium valve cover like mine. My lower hose has a small leak and when the car starts up, it bogs for a second sometimes.
@@buildanddrive mine has the magnium cover as well. I think it's something to do with the valvetronic (oil pressure) on first start up , It seems to be worse on cold days, after it's at operating temperature it starts up perfectly. Never had a engine light on, so obviously the ecm doesn't pick up the fault
Did you clean your throttle body? I just did on my 2010 328i e93 .. worked like a charm on the rough idle/acceleration issue. 🙌🏼
It is a lifetime fluid. The trans will blow at 150k and BOOM! The fluid lasted the lifetime of the trans!
😂😂😂 that's pretty funny
Don't forget the cabin filter, 5-10 minute change (it looks like you have the cover off at 8:22 ) and the turbo models have a specific spark plug and socket so don't try to use the one in your toolbox.
Yes, I finally swapped it out when I was going to do a AC clean. It's smart to do these eventually. Thanks for the comment
always remember there is always that guy that knows Everything
15+k intervals on these types of high performance engines is absolutely insane imo. Following that routine is just asking for long term engine problems. I do mine 2x a year before and after winter. I Also buy engine oil only when it’s half price as there’s always a sale on it.
I agree, I change it twice a year. Where do you get your engine oil?
Good idea.
It's actually in the BMW manual and the textbooks of service technician courses for a very specific reason. We're dealing with engineers here, not TH-cam recommendations. When they design and stress-test these engines, the clearances, timing etc. are set for a motor with used oil, not fresh, thin and clean oil. Oxidization and contamination of the motor oil are inevitable, and it is accounted for in the design of these engines, beyond the shadow of a doubt. For the average daily driver, follow the recommendations in the manual, let's not try to reinvent the wheel. And yes, that even includes you, the guy that does a highway pull one a week and classifies himself as a street racer.
BMW Factory recommended oil change interval is 15,000 miles which the previous owner followed and is probably why the engine had worn prematurely at only 100,000 kilometers.
@@Boozi88 lol try again little buddy 15k intervals are purely for marketing "lowest cost of maintenance and low emissions" bs has nothing to do with engineering
Your whole statement along with that little assumption that you know how I drive make you look completely ignorant and clueless
But you do you 😆
does oil change interval of 5-7,5k km also relates to normal daily driving, I mean to and from work, once or twice longer vacation trip, no tracks no racing or playing on high rpm? On 320 version, basically
N52 Burns alot of oil so it's best to change it now frequently. Does your n46 burn oil at all? If not, then 10k to 13k is fine with full synthetic
Super informative. Just picked up a 135k 328i, hoping for a smooth ride!
Yes! The 328i is a great car if you take care of it!
Good luck with that smooth part
That will never happen in a bmw
@@alwayswatching4677 Haha, you're right. Already had a few tiny niggles, but now at 142000 miles, loving it though.
@@SujoyShivdejust picked up my 2008 BMW E90 with 156k miles, can’t wait to do this to mine as well!
Don’t listen to a guy wearing a mask while filming
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I will relay your message to chrisfix 👌🏼 😂
I can't I can only lip-read
Use the subtitles
@@buildanddrive 🎉🎉f as😮😮
Hi, I wanted your advice buying a 2008 e92 325i. Is this one if the better engines in terms of reliability.
What kind of issue could I get at 214000 km
It’s a pretty reliable engine. Look for valve cover gasket leaks, oil pan leaks, oil filter housing gasket leak, do a full tune up 👍 then car should be ok
Great video 🫡 i own a bmw 325i sport 2006 perfect 👌
Good luck. It's gonna be a wild ride 😅
Take my advice don't get a bmw too many cheap Chinese plastic parts get a Toyota or a Honda at least there Chinese plastic cheap parts are good
Also this car is almost 20 years old. All the rubber and plastics are now failing. If you don't know how to work on your own car, skip these BMWs
Also gonna buy E90 this month. BMW 330i Sport 3.0 190kW, autotranny, petrol.
Previous owner did lots of stuff, for around 2500€ and has all the papers for proof.
So far i have owned just E36, 6 of them.
Decided to buy something newer for a while and maybe get later a E36 for project and build. of course i will build E90 also, lots of plans to make it a beastier than beast :D
In this summer i guess.
Thanks for video, very useful. Subscribed and liked. Upload more videos about E90 and its engine N52. Thanks!!
Really appreciate it! I rebuild an N52 engine on my channel. Check it out!
How about you should change the oil every 1000km.
You must be kidding with 5000km.
Are you kidding with the 1k oil changes?
Just bought a clean 328i with xdrive..I'll be referring to this video as well as various forum threads for data. Thank you.
Thanks man! The 328i is a nice car! Enjoy the BMW driving experience and thanks for the kind comment! 🙏🏼
What year
Do you know what the part at 10:34 is specifically called? Have oil leaking exactly where you described. Great vid
It's called the valve cover gasket.
@@buildanddrive im dumb lol thx
Just what I needed, great explanation on everything 👍
Really appreciate it man! I had to really research a lot and learn from experience how to maintain these cars... there is still there is so much more info out there. It's impossible to put it all in a video! 🙏🏼
I think LL-04 is only recommended for petrol engines in Europe due to lower sulfur content in fuel. However, in other parts of the world stricter standards allow for
I thought LL04 was for diesels but they also work in petrol engines
Nice video, just purchased a 08 x5. A bit nervous about it. At times i hear a whine, and the steering is a bit heavy. Otherwise i love this machine..
Should be fine as long as it's not leaking
Great video...
I have an E92 XI and i change the oil every 7k and add Liqui Moly Ceratek. I would add cleaning the MAF as well as it creates tons of idle problems if you have a vehicle with lots of miles on it and also the Venos solenoid filters on the left side of the engine. these are important to be cleaned and there is 2 of them, easy job.
Beautiful and lots of fun to drive cars but make sure you have some money on the side for breakdowns. As when they age, one thing breaks after the other and it aint cheap.
Yes, the plastic and rubber begins to cause you all kinds of problems.
@@buildanddrive These cars are npt cheap to own . People need to know that before buying. Bet yet again, what sport luxury is cheap to own???? Even a Lexus would set you up good.
I either change the oil at 6000km or 6 month or just fill up the oil after hard driving and change the filter at maximum 8000km, cuz my N52 burns oil. Never trusted the so called “16000km” oil change interval. Our Driving environment is not the “perfect scenario” in a lab.
Yes, I totally agree. You should change it more often especially if it's burning more. After 2500kms on new oil, mine was black! I think all the combustion gases getting by the piston rings wears the oil out a lot sooner
@@buildanddrive That's right, gasoline dilute the oil and breaks down the viscosity modifiers and anti wear additives as well.
I watched your engine rebuild video as well, I think there is a lot of NA potential in the N52 to be devloped, yet. Even thought about iron sleeve the cylinder and forged high compression piston, hahahaha.
Helpful to know.
I have a bmw e90 n46 2.0 and everytime i started the car i can smell the oil smell coming out from the car. Also there is white smoke coming out from exhaust in for a brief amount of time. I changed the motor oil like 2 weeks ago and it is still happening. Do you know what should i do about that?
Is there any oil leaks on the exhaust side of the car? Maybe a valve cover gasket or something.
I’m getting my 2007 325i E90 in a couple days. 100000 km. Should I make all those oil changes at once before start driving it?
Just change the oil and filter to start fresh. Then check the rest as you go
I just bought 2014 f30...i changed all the fluids...do you recommend change coolant hoses? Though currently there is no coolant leak whatsoever
No, just keep them if they are working fine
5 to 7k km oil change ist Overkill
Not for a car burning lots of oil. To munch contamination
Best video hands down! One Quick Question? why cant you be my Neighbor? A true Mechannick that knows what the fuck to look for! !00%Respect
I am your TH-cam neighbor 😆
base us models are 328is if im nit mistaken. 3l engines. hope this video works for 318/320 bmws
Yes most stuff is the same. Just verify part numbers as some fluids maybe different depending on the make/model of your car.
Lmk
Can anyone please guide me I’m new to bmw bought a 318D m sport f90
Anything specific to take care off?
Change the oil first.
Just picked up a 2.0b e90 n46, hoping for a smooth ride
Hope so too. 🤞🏽
What is the best online source for BMW parts. I need front and rear sway arm bushings for a 2011 328i. Front has the M Sport suspension, rear is Base. Thank you.
Where do you live? Fcpeuro is great for USA, leebman24 is great in europe
Good video which is handy because when the fluids start leaking out of your car which they will, you will know what to put back in…
Lol yes indeed 😂
I change my oil every 3k to 3.5k. I dont like to let my oil get black!
It looks black but really it's clear brown which is a good sign the engine isn't burning too much oil like before. The blowby is much lower on this new engine
Lmao why are you wearing a mask
Don't want to put my face online
What's with the mask? You were outside 😂 Get me off this planet
Dont want to show my face on youtube
Hi just wanted to know
From the last service i drove around 5000 km but it has been 1 year and some days since last service
So should i change the engine oil or wait till 7000 km and what if i delay service for a month from now? Will it be bad?
If you are sure about the mileage, it's fine to wait
Brother I bought used bmw 320i 2008 and would like to change engine oil, gearbox and starring. Kindly list down which one to buy?
Find a good 5w30 or 5w40 engine oil with LL01 or LL04 certification. Gearbox oil you need to look at the small sticker on the bottom side of the transmission, it will say MTF-3 or similar if it's manual. Is your auto or manual? Steering fluid should be pentosin CHF-11.
I had the same lifter ticking with Castrol 5w30 in my N52B30 when it was cold. Even when hot I could hear more valvetrain noise than usual.
One week later I changed to Fuchs 5w30 Titan GT1 Pro C-3 which works really well and all ticking noises went away after 2 heat cycles.
Possible, when I used Castrol oils (they were not full synthetic) my engine ticked LOUD! But I changed to a 5w40 full synthetic and it helped.
I do my oil every 5.5 - 6k. And I think that is even a bit too long. IDC what the manual says.
Manual for Europe says 15k oil changes
What’s up with the mask? Are you scared of giving yourself covid? 😂😂
Nah, just don't want my face online but still want to help others with their car. Twas coincidence because it was filmed during COVid and then I just kept my face hidden
This guy wears mask when hes alone in the car, shower with it, and when sleeping.
Pretty much.
Very comprehensive. Interesting about the magnesium cover, what engine was that on, and what years. Cheap plastic inlet manifolds is just penny pinching. If I get one of these it’s going to be metal if at all possible.
The magnesium valve cover is from 2005 to 2007 (I think) for n52b25 and n52b30 engines.
Dont go with bmw atf. Use valvaline maxlife.
Best video i’ve seen in a e90 2.5 or 3l gas engine…. I’ve just missed some information about how many litres are necesary for each liquid change
Thanks! What liquids do you want to change?
@@buildanddriveI have to change the transmission fluid (mtf lt-3) and the differential fluid
@@hughfpv9769 @hughfpv9769 MTF-LT3 takes 1.2 to 1.5L - th-cam.com/video/_3xSfMRCWM4/w-d-xo.html
Hi, my e90 has been sitting for 2years. How would I go about getting her started back up, I do have the protool and a new battery, what are other things I will need ?
Drain all the fuel. New battery. Check no mice have been living in the air filter box. I would pull the fuel pump fuse and try to start the car, let the engine turn over 10 to 15 times to get good oil pressure everywhere. Then try to start it.
Thanks
I just got a 330i BMW 06. I noticed my (ABS) is on my dash. Is this a major issue and how would I go about fixing this? Feel free to link a video you made if it already covers this.
Is it the yellow ABS light or the red brake light? Can you check the code of what it says is the problem?
@@buildanddrive I just checked my codes after further research. I unfortunately have many codes on my BMW… they are:
CC-ID 71 - Faulty Brake Pad Wear Sensor
CC-ID 24 - DBC Brake Assist Failed
CC-ID 123 - Rear Light Right Failure
CC-ID 131 - Parking Light Left Front Failure
CC-ID 97 - Multiple Restraint System Fault
CC-ID 87 - Right Rear Light Failure
CC-ID 50 - Runflat Indicator Failed
CC-ID 295 - Adaptive Cornering Lights Failure
CC-ID 321 - Active Steering Deactivated
CC-ID 354 - Start Assist Inactive
CC-ID 236 - Brake and Stability Systems Failure
Unless you are using 100% synthetic oil (which I would recommend, this is NOT Full Synthetic oil which is 10%-40% synthetic oil, mixed with standard oil. Mobile 1 uses 40% synthetic in their oils. Yes every Full Synthetic is a blend) changing your oil every 3000-5000 miles would be best. You can never change your oil too much. You should pick a quality oil, and stay with that brand for best results. Not all engine oils work well together. Adding a quality additive like Slick 50 during the winter and summer months will provide protection against dry starts, and increase your gas mileage by 2-3 MPG. As one who has worked in the auto parts industry (Autozone) I would not recommend 0-40 oil, use 5-40. Higher viscosity gives you better compression and better ability for the oil to get to the needed parts in your engine. Any teflon type products are excellent for your vehicle. Slick 50 is one of the FEW maintenance applications you can do that will actually pay for itself by the increased MPG. (no affiliation with Slick 50, just a product I have used and trusted for 20 years.) It will help provide much better lubrication for your motor and VANOS system. Another excellent teflon product is Trico Ice Winter wiper blades with infused teflon in the rubber. They will not squeak, and last a long time. Yes you can use a Winter blade year round (and selling summer type and winter type blades is just a way to get you to spend extra $$). It is high quality blade and not very expensive on Rockauto. Remember, teflon products are self lubricating, which is why they work so well with your car. You will see a definite improvement and your engine will love you using the Slick 50. It's a good product at a reasonable price. And does pay for itself. I cannot recommend using an engine flush, as they can ruin important gaskets. Use only oil to flush your engine. If you feel the need to do a flush, add your oil and change it after 200-300 miles. Or change the oil pan gasket and make sure to clean thoroughly the oil pan before installing. Brake cleaner can be used to help clean the oil pan. Lastly a low temp thermostat is a good addition. Check Irish Racing for reasonable price low temp thermostats (they make only BMW after market parts). NASCAR utilizes 160 degree F thermostats, and if it is good enough for NASCAR it probably is good for your car as well. take care.
Thanks for the comment Johan, I've heard of slick 50 but we can't get it here in Germany. I agree engine flushes on old engines can ruin alot of gaskets and make things worse. The oil pan on an n52 is an impossible job. I don't recommend anyone trying to do that in their driveway. I had my engine out when I did mine. Have a good one! 💪🏽
Motul has 100% synthetic oil. I change every 9000 miles
Just bought a use 328xi 111k miles should I change all the fluids and spark plugs/coils?
At least change the oil. If it doesn't have any maintenance history and you plan on keeping the car a while then go for it. You don't need to swap coils until they go bad. Save your $ and buy just one coil and put it in your trunk until one of them goes bad.
I am new to bmw ownership
I have heard of amsoil having an oil good for 12k miles(19312 km). The only way I can consider only changing at long intervals on oil, changing the filter every 3-5k miles based on driving
If you do long drives, and the car is NOT burning any oil, then the oil should last 10k-12k.
Amsoil is excellent, as is Royal Purple.
It's not a lifter tick. It's a hydraulic lifter tick. Hold down the rpm at 3k for a few minutes.
Still comes back unfortunately. They fixed the oil flow of the cylinder heads after 2009
Whats ruffly the price point in mazerial costs for first mainteinance?
If you do everything that's a fluid, around 400 euro.
I have one question to ask about E90 bmw 320i N43 engine. Is this car really worth it or it has problems with engine because N52’s owners claim this car is not good. Feedback would be appreciated thank you
Sorry, I don't have experience with that engine specifically.
Interesting video.. I have an ‘06 E63 630i and have had to replace the PCV/CCV and all the pipes due heavy smoke on full acceleration. This was due to basically constant short journeys of no more than 2 miles everyday.. I knew it wasn’t good for the engine but basically thought it would be ok.. Nope! 🙄 Sorted now, along with a service & new spark plugs
Yes the CCV system needs time to heat up otherwise it doesn't work correctly. With short trips the oil residue gets gummed up and clogged.
@@buildanddrive Exactly this.. I’ll be giving the car regular longer blasts from now on
It's a bad system... Not your fault 😉
@@buildanddrive 👍😊
Hey what about a 3l diesel n57 do you still recommend fully synthetic 100k miles and what oil would you recommend?
Hi go full synth but look in the manual for your engine what weight you need
Hi,
I just watched your video.
I have a BMW E90 2007 Petrol.
Can i use these products for my car!???
Yep.
You should scrapped after you bought it.
Pretty much 😅
I’m a new bmw e90 owner
What are thing’s I should be looking out for
Everything
Is it ok to use 5w40 in the winter in in socal they accidentally sent me 540 instead of 5w30 and I don’t really want to go through the return process if it’s not necessary I got it from FCP euro
Yeah it should be fine because you are still starting with a 5 weight (same as 5w30 when cold)
@@buildanddrive cool thanks for the reply
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Why the fuck are you wearing a mask outside 😂
Don't want to show my face on the interwebs #ChrisfixStyle
The oil filler cap will make a bad seal if it's not totally clean. The oil will go into your spark plugs and cause misfires. Also the valvetronic motor gasket leaks and will do the same.
Yes 👍🏼.
mask?
Don't want my face online 👍🏽#ChrisFix
very detailed and thoughtful review, thanks mate.
Thanks Muhammad 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Great informative video. I am looking for a car for my daughter, and of course, safety is my #1 priority for her. Was contemplating going with a Camry that is easier & cheaper to work on, or a BMW that is more expensive to work on but a much safer vehicle. So I've been looking into BMW's, my older son has a 440i, but his is new & under full warrantee. I am pretty well mechanically inclined, yet intimidated since I've never worked on BMW's. I live in very hot climate, and have heard many plastic parts break due to the heat under the hood. Thanks for the video.
Yes the BMWs can be annoying to fix sometimes due to bad design. But if you can do it yourself, you can have a great car!
just get the camry for your daughter man. there's no reason to get a bmw other than performance and the "prestige", but with that comes a lot of maintenance cost. (i've owned 3).
@@xYoungDeezYx i second the Camry, coming from a person that owns a BMW and a Toyota.
Get her that Camry she’ll have less maintenance to worry about and it less pain in your wallet
The Camry isn't a bad car, but it's worth stepping up to a Lexus ES300/350 or even a GS450H.
why you put face mask on?
Ah, the seeker of truth... Well it's because I'm Batman 😂
Happily have an e90 335i thanks that Thanos code bugged me and I came across the original vid now here man love the info and channel
Good luck with your 335i!
Hey bro i bought my a bmw e90 . The previous owner put green antifreeze. I have question can I have to drain the old one and put the new one . ? Or how can i do it . Ty
I would drain it all out and maybe flush it with some water... then fill it up again with the BMW antifreeze... you need a 50/50- mix of antifreeze and distilled water. I think it can damage the water pump and internal parts of the engine block because the chemicals have a different reaction... the block is an magnesium alloy. Check here. th-cam.com/video/1FNF_jCqvx0/w-d-xo.html
Ok ty for your help
And the video 👍🏼
Hope it helps! 👌🏼
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Thanks buddy.
So after all how much money does it need to replace all that once and for all
I don't think you would need to change everything at once but all the fluids is around 250$ then CCV is $100 for a non oem replacement and disa valves would be another 150$ for non oem replacement. (All estimates if you do the work yourself)
What's with the mask?
Don't want to put my face online because of my job but still want to help people with their e90s.
Hey, I have an E92 320i 6 speed manual, you said you used 75w-80 and it wasn’t running great, what brand was it and do you know any other alternatives than bmw LT-3, I’m learning to service my car but I’m still a bit unsure what manual transmission oil to get as the forums are quite confusing, thanks
I would just use the LT3 to avoid buying the wrong thing
i always wondered why i smelled burning when flooring it lol thanks
Drive it like you stole it 😂
I just bought an E90 last week and everything mentioned in this video is happening to me.
At first I was like... 😬😬😬.... but knowing I have tons of TH-cam videos fixing most of these issues I'm like ☺️☺️☺️
Changing oil every 7500km, nonsense. I agree 30000 that bmw reccomends is on the high side but man I make 40000km per year, 90% on the highway, oil is changed every 20000km. Till now 250000km with no problems what so ever.
Yes, if your car isn't burning oil, this is fine. But my car was burning oil really badly... It can wreck your engine
How do you know if your car is burning oil
On what car / engine tho? I understand if it's a civic or a Toyota or something, but a badly designed oil consuming engine, needs the oil changed more in my opinion.
How often do you have to add oil?
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Yes, but if your oil is very low and you drain it not much oil will come out right?
And so if you top up with new oil, why would you need to drain it?
Don’t buy this money pit bought a 330i for 6750 101k miles and no crash history went to the dealership today only to be told it cost around 10k to repair it only problem is I don’t know how to do it myself
Yes, don't buy a n52b25. Get a 2008 or newer 330i for sure
@@buildanddrive what’s wrong with the N52b25? And are the N52B30A good?
N52b25 suffer from oil burning due to bad piston design
@@buildanddrive just picked up a N52B30A any issues associated with them?
They should be good. There are the usual maintenance stuff.
Just bought a 325i individual thank you for this video
Your welcome! What car did you buy?
@@buildanddrive E91 with complete individual package unfortunately not m-sport but I’m still really happy with it
Tf u got an unrated mask on for 😂
😆 don't want to show my face online and it was covid but not n95 required covid time
Thinking of buying a E90 320i BMW petrol n46 automatic 2007 or 2008
Run far far away from any BMW.
Why you wearing a mask ?
Originally because of covid but then I thought I don't want to have my face online (like chrisfix) You can see it here and there but you'll have to dig 😉.
Thank you for us naïve ppl !
I was also naive thinking the old car won't be that difficult to maintain... Get the newer n52b30 and it can save you a lot of trouble.
Great overview thanks. What would you recommend for cleaning / flushing engine prior to oil change to remove deposits, after long life interval?
A product that makes your drive the car 300 kilometers before flushing. It gives it a chance to get into all the small lifters or vanos to try and clean it.
@@buildanddrive Thanks. Some seem to advise against flush for higher miles and that detergents in synthetic oils if changed regularly should suffice.
I agree. It depends on the situation
Seafoam works for me😊
Great.. Clean.. Best explanation I ever seen.. Thank You!
Wow thanks for the kind comment! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 Hope the video can help you fix your e90!
Mask??😂😂😂 the car may have the “virus”
bro... this car is contagious, has severe oil leaks (like snot) all the time 😂
@@buildanddrive 😂😂mine is very contagious right now. Tks for the video!
Great content - love my n52 engine with the black cover. Aside from the thermostat and water pump, no major issues at 110km.
Lucky. How long have you had the car?
@@buildanddrive 3 years - I am the second owner. Car was well cared for and no major issues outside the usual stuff.