BMW ENGINE OIL CHANGE TIPS FOR BEGINNERS!!

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  • @chuckcoffee4335
    @chuckcoffee4335 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I would crack the filter cap before you drain the oil, to make sure all oil drains out properly of the filter housing.

  • @TrevorSpencer
    @TrevorSpencer 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    You’re such a life saver man. You’ve saved me so much money and I’ve learned so much about my car. However evidently my 2008 BMW 335xi coupe has an aftermarket intercooler or radiator installed by the previous owner because there was no coolant drain plug, had to just remove the hoses manually and drain out what I could that way. This oil change is next on my list

  • @hpniemi
    @hpniemi 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice videos yeah. The filter cap should be 25nm and u hand - tightended it... Strong guy.
    It's good to do the filter first and then open the drain plug, that way the oil drains faster and the filter oil gets to sump before draining.
    It's extremely important also make sure that the center part of the filter housing is installed because sometimes it's stuck in the old filter and some garages have even thrown it accidentally away and that causes vanos problems.
    Drain plug is good to wipe carefully so that there isn't any dirt when u install it with the new spacer.
    Also remember that idrive doesn't update the oil level immediately so if it shows low, don't add oil but wait. Important to add correct amount of oil.

  • @Orlandobori
    @Orlandobori 6 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    If this car could talk it would say “Thank you”

  • @deplorabledave1048
    @deplorabledave1048 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Liqui Moly oil seems to be the mosy popular BMW oil among do it yourself and independent shops than Castrol. Redline, Royal Purple, Amsoil, and Motul racing oil are also popular.
    I purchase my liqui Moly oil on Amazon at a pretty good price. I get one five liter jug plus a single liter to do an oil change on my BMW E46 M3. I use
    Synthoil Race Tech GT1 SAE 10W-60 by Liqui-Moly.
    It comes out to about $10 a liter. If I buy my oil exclusively in five liter jugs ($44) it comes out less than $10 a liter.
    I use the Mahle brand oil filter cartridge. And a stainless steel, very high-quality magnetic drain plug by a company called Dimple.

  • @env4u505
    @env4u505 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I see some of you n54 guys switching to liquimoly. Any particular reason? Also what weight would you recommend for southern east coast states? Currently using Castrol full synthetic euro blend which is 0w-40. Thanks BMW fanatic!

    • @HPAddict
      @HPAddict 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      env4u I also use liqui Moly 5w40 and I ran it for 5k miles then sent it to lab and the results were good. It does it’s job well. My car is tuned, running 17psi, and I have been beating on it and still results were good. I have switched to Motul 5w40 300v to give it a go and then send the oil to the lab.
      I previously had a 330i e46 and was using 5w30 bmw oil and around a quart was consumed in 6k miles. With liqui moly 5w30 it went down to between a 1/4-half quart of oil consumed, and I could have used 5w40, which I should have done

    • @wrathofdiablo
      @wrathofdiablo 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@HPAddict Hi i see that u have used LM 5W40 on your engine. I recently changed my oil to this and after completing the oil change the measurement was at max. But now after just 250 kms i see the level fall down quite a bit below max. I poured 6.5 ltrs as per specs.

  • @TheSwitzAutomotive
    @TheSwitzAutomotive 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    One thing you guys can try is driving your BMW up on 2x4 blocks of wood. All you need is an extra couple of inches to get that drain bolt off. I use four blocks that are about two feet in length. You just drive up on them (super fast) and the car is 100% level. No jacking required. Give it a try.

  • @DSWGamingMCSG
    @DSWGamingMCSG 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really excited I’ve been watching your videos on how to complete all the maintenance on my 08 335xi and now I’m almost ready to tune! Thank you for the help!!

  • @LAEMBOY
    @LAEMBOY 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I appreciate all the help you have given me and others around. Could you please do a video for front control arms or a water pump in the near future. At least the major steps that should not be skipped or forgotten.

  • @jake_spence
    @jake_spence 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've found that lubing up the oil filter o-rings with a dab of clean oil makes them easier to put on. Nice tips!

  • @dan1769
    @dan1769 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is it better to get the oil filter on the dealership?

  • @AMG19698
    @AMG19698 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I use liqui moly 5w-30w top tec in mine e92 and it is perfect.

    • @farrukhdada6688
      @farrukhdada6688 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      What's the difference between that and special tec?

    • @dflex4180
      @dflex4180 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@farrukhdada6688 different additives

  • @TMatthews1
    @TMatthews1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Does it make a difference using 5w 40 or 5w30 . I thought the 5w40 was more for a diesel?

    • @marcosgonzalez7588
      @marcosgonzalez7588 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It doesn't make a difference really, its still within oil weight specifications from BMW. Also if you tend to get the car a little hot with spirited driving you might want to go with the 40w

  • @Myneckofthewoods7
    @Myneckofthewoods7 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    New to BMW. Have a 06 325ci 2.5 have no clue what oil to use. Wanting to use full synthetic. Can I use valvoline or penzoil…. But what type thanks

  • @exzirr
    @exzirr 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I added a magnet on my drain plug on the outside due to the fact it had a fresh oil change when I bought it. Was that a magnetic drain plug there?

  • @gecko4310
    @gecko4310 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just put my funnel in clear plastic bag after each use. I have two funnels - one for clean and one for dirty oil.

  • @AdrianJayeOnline
    @AdrianJayeOnline 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    @5:23 good tip

  • @ultra1obscene
    @ultra1obscene 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    don't forget to put the sump plug back in, missed that bit for some reason in this video.

  • @MyChannel10198
    @MyChannel10198 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi many miles or kilometres you need to drive before you change you oil fully? What’s that time period recommendation?

  • @flybobbie1449
    @flybobbie1449 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I always soak the filter and rub over o rings with oil just before i screw it down.

  • @hannibalhann3034
    @hannibalhann3034 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello colleague, I am from Bulgaria, I have a N53B30A 530xi 272 hp and I am thinking of putting a 5W40 on a Liqui Moly. Can you tell me if you are happy with this oil? Should I buy it?

  • @mrtpsoroush
    @mrtpsoroush 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    How come you put in 6.8L? every other source I've seen says 6.5L

  • @tyson526
    @tyson526 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I admire you sir. You are admirable.

  • @Charkatak
    @Charkatak 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good video! I don't own BMW, but have MINI. Does your BMW show brake fluid service every 2 years? Is it required and who decides to skip that service is brake fluid is good?

  • @Nor.videographer
    @Nor.videographer 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    9:30 i have same sound if my engine works . (What can that)?

    • @howankexs
      @howankexs 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      The sound usually comes from the hydraulic lifter

  • @spooksy1982
    @spooksy1982 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Those air filters are going to be pulling in hot air straight out of the engine bay and lowering you hp numbers surely?

  • @josephpuchel6497
    @josephpuchel6497 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey excellent video It was hard to see blue indicators. Just tighten till cap stops should be good. Can’t really go any further. Been using Mobile One but next time Moly.

  • @isaacdominguez3469
    @isaacdominguez3469 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve owned a singular American car everything else has been Japanese and I’m starting to be intrigued by the euro cars especially older 2000’s bmw models and I don’t know anything about them can someone enlighten me on terms of reliability and if it’s really worth it to even go through the trouble of buying a bmw or a Mercedes’

  • @opexwells435
    @opexwells435 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    how many quarters oil would be appropriated to pour into the engine? I heard of people saying to me with four cylinders pour 4 quarters and 6 cylinders pour in 5 quarters, is it true?

  • @sinfuldavy0
    @sinfuldavy0 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    How often do you change your oil

    • @dflex4180
      @dflex4180 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      5,000 miles

  • @AMG19698
    @AMG19698 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Liqui moly is very good but better prefer 5w-30 for BMW engine.

  • @MustafaKhan-ph5hl
    @MustafaKhan-ph5hl 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    why the switch in oil in thought oem bmw oil was best for n54s

    • @overboostedgarage8744
      @overboostedgarage8744 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Mustafa Khan I used to run oem oil from bmw but noticed my car was burning a lot of it. And switched to Molly and now there’s way less oil consumption between oil changes.

    • @MustafaKhan-ph5hl
      @MustafaKhan-ph5hl 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      interesting are you still running 5w30 ? or 0W40 ?

  • @313BriX
    @313BriX 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Name of instrumental by chance?

  • @ermalallushaj7486
    @ermalallushaj7486 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, I have a 2009 BMW 525d. 220.000 km. it’s better Liqui Moly 5w40 or Motul x-clean 5W40 I would like the best oil. I live in Greece. Who it’s the best for this car?

  • @yzhang4418
    @yzhang4418 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    What you think of the liqui molly oil. My car is burning oil through a worn piston ring, do you think this oil will somehow help the problem? thanks

  • @euko6876
    @euko6876 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What do you guys think of Royal Purple?

  • @dougphillips8389
    @dougphillips8389 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    As always a very informative video very very well done. As a first time BMW owner your diy's are very helpful for me. By the way where Can I get one of those tee shirts?

    • @BMWFanatic
      @BMWFanatic  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Doug Phillips of course!
      Www.bimmerstreet.com
      Use code “BMWFANATIC” gets you 10% off everything that site, not just my shirts 😎

  • @wrathofdiablo
    @wrathofdiablo 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    BMW fanatic i used 5w40 liqui molly and poured in 6.5 ltrs of oil and measured it to find it at max. Now after 250 kms the level has fallen down quite a bit below max. No leaks in engine bay. Really baffled whats goin on here.

    • @rustymilk5949
      @rustymilk5949 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Your not the only one, other oil I used after 5k miles still be full but this oil idk why burned so quick with no leaks either

  • @juanmontano6483
    @juanmontano6483 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi BMW fanatic - my question is , how much it cost to ship used oil to fcpeuro and what carrier you use. My car uses 7 quarts of motor oil. Just wanted to know if cost to saving ratio is worth it.

  • @TheSauljoof
    @TheSauljoof 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    White smoke from my exhaust after oil change i used synthetic oil , any help ?

  • @AbidKhan-vr1do
    @AbidKhan-vr1do 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    After how long I should bmw oil change

  • @deadmoney2093
    @deadmoney2093 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice good info very detailed

  • @AlexTurbo
    @AlexTurbo 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Why don't you just use all of the oil? I've always used all 7 liters and have had no issues.

    • @gpaje
      @gpaje 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Because it's better to be slightly lower than max than above it. Anywhere in the safe area is fine, but going over isn't a good idea. You need to go over quite a bit for it to be a problem, but there is no reason to go over the line.

  • @sun-lunglee3291
    @sun-lunglee3291 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you show us how to change the transmission fluid?

  • @Stancedude1
    @Stancedude1 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What’s the best oil weight for Southern California summers ?

  • @EVERYDAYLAWNCARE
    @EVERYDAYLAWNCARE 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I MUST HAVE ONE OF THOSES SHIRTS

  • @samanthayoung3478
    @samanthayoung3478 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What do you if you over fill? How do you correct that issue

    • @ultra1obscene
      @ultra1obscene 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      i would remove the sump plug again and drain all of the oil out into a clean container and then add it back in using a little less.

  • @raymondnguyen3169
    @raymondnguyen3169 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Are you going to post a update on your custom tune?

  • @trakhun8637
    @trakhun8637 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi nice meet you ..have a good day...which type of oil engine change do i use for my car bmw 316 ti compact 150000km n40 ..i am sorry my english not good..thanks

  • @WrenchMonkey88
    @WrenchMonkey88 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Haven’t I seen you in a different channel?

  • @praveenc.8341
    @praveenc.8341 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi...... Dude nice work useful video. I am working in Muscat lude mechanic but dip steak is not available how do you decide how much engine oil need...... ?

    • @Salpeteroxid
      @Salpeteroxid 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      In the BC menu, takes a while for the engine to read the level. 10 months late but now u know.

  • @gopherbar
    @gopherbar 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    So how do you tell the computer you have changed the oil in the service items

    • @dflex4180
      @dflex4180 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      hold down odometer button till u see yellow triangle then you can access service menu scroll to oil and hold reset

  • @dawnbroadbent9935
    @dawnbroadbent9935 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your best pouring from the bottle then there is no chance of any contamination!

  • @LifeForceChannel
    @LifeForceChannel 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Happy 2020
    I'm a new owner of BMW. I got a 2015 3 series
    would you recommend synthetic of other oil.??
    Thank you.

    • @Alex-xn2yu
      @Alex-xn2yu 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Full synthetic for bmw bro

  • @juanjoseosoriomartinez5400
    @juanjoseosoriomartinez5400 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why 0w40 and not 5w30 longlife bmw oil?

  • @AndrewBMW
    @AndrewBMW 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    👍👌awsome!

  • @gecko4310
    @gecko4310 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Blue dot?

  • @johnhenry90
    @johnhenry90 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Apparently you don't have to replace the drain plug.

  • @mikeythegoose
    @mikeythegoose 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Why the oil is so black
    I want put k&n oil filter

    • @BMWFanatic
      @BMWFanatic  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      yavgeni Siro it’s doing its job - do not use a K&N one - you will have issues with it

    • @mikeythegoose
      @mikeythegoose 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      BMW Fanatic
      Ok
      I change it
      You use engine flash liqui moly

    • @kenlawton1531
      @kenlawton1531 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      All oil is black when you change it😂😂😂😂😂

    • @mikeythegoose
      @mikeythegoose 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ken Lawton flash Liqui Moly make it black

    • @kenlawton1531
      @kenlawton1531 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@mikeythegoose Do you mean liqui moly oil flush? It's not really necessary to use an engine oil flush if you are changing your oil frequently, say every 10,000 kilometres or 7,000 miles or so. I never use an oil flush and trust me the engine oil on every car ever made is black when changing it.

  • @ramonewhyte3307
    @ramonewhyte3307 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How do you get your refund from FCP euro? It cost so much to ship the used oil back, kinda don’t make sense

    • @armondcapriosr.4094
      @armondcapriosr.4094 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good job girl, keep it up.

    • @bilhickok
      @bilhickok 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      AGree with everything except Flushing with the clean oil. In order for that to work, you would have to button the car up, run the engine with the new oil 6.8 L, and then do a second oil change. Just pouring it through isn’t going to do the trick

  • @capnk5269
    @capnk5269 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Why are you showing how/why to clean a funnel, but not the best way to take off that stupid oil filler cap??

  • @jonasthemovie
    @jonasthemovie 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I know you put the plug in, but never showed people how to torque it.

    • @dflex4180
      @dflex4180 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      why would u need to know how to torque it just look up the torque specs

    • @jonasthemovie
      @jonasthemovie 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@dflex4180 What is the title of the video?

    • @raybutts9133
      @raybutts9133 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@dflex4180 mechanical idiots (beginners) like myself want to do this job but each step should be explained. with beginners nothing should be assumed because we really dont know every aspect of this task and look to you for step by step guidance. Thanks

  • @xMrxiHacks
    @xMrxiHacks 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Anyone here using Rotella T6 and wants to give some feedback ?

  • @melangreathouse2209
    @melangreathouse2209 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve watched two other BMW owners use STP Synthetic oil. Yet your brand was neither STP ,or Castrol. And you didn’t comment on WHY you chose that “ particular brand “. WHY? - SUPERB OIL CHANGE-BTW!!! You are VERY THOROUGH!!!!

    • @thejakein7867
      @thejakein7867 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Liqui Moly is a very popular brand for these cars.

  • @gafrancisco
    @gafrancisco 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    5:23 ..this is totaly useless, you should take care of your car, but dont overkill the procedures ;)

  • @PREDATOR-ALI
    @PREDATOR-ALI 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    real stupid idea 6:00 oil go direct out :)))

    • @davesmiththelampmaker4181
      @davesmiththelampmaker4181 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      You must have not listened to his reasoning. He knows he's wasting some fresh oil, but it is flushing out the last little bit of dirty oil in the oil suction tube and and bottom of oil pan. I'm sure he can afford to waste a small amount of new oil if it makes him feel better about the thoroughness of his oil change.

    • @jonasthemovie
      @jonasthemovie 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dave Smith the Lamp Maker Does not make much difference.

  • @miguelsalazar3239
    @miguelsalazar3239 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thats a heavy weight oil

  • @GreenGrid
    @GreenGrid 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    buy new gloves.

    • @BMWFanatic
      @BMWFanatic  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m always going through pairs

    • @GreenGrid
      @GreenGrid 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      as soon as i saw that hole in the thumb all i could think about was cancer.

  • @TrevorSpencer
    @TrevorSpencer 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    You’re such a life saver man. You’ve saved me so much money and I’ve learned so much about my car. However evidently my 2008 BMW 335xi coupe has an aftermarket intercooler or radiator installed by the previous owner because there was no coolant drain plug, had to just remove the hoses manually and drain out what I could that way. This oil change is next on my list

  • @TrevorSpencer
    @TrevorSpencer 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    You’re such a life saver man. You’ve saved me so much money and I’ve learned so much about my car. However evidently my 2008 BMW 335xi coupe has an aftermarket intercooler or radiator installed by the previous owner because there was no coolant drain plug, had to just remove the hoses manually and drain out what I could that way. This oil change is next on my list

  • @TrevorSpencer
    @TrevorSpencer 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You’re such a life saver man. You’ve saved me so much money and I’ve learned so much about my car. However evidently my 2008 BMW 335xi coupe has an aftermarket intercooler or radiator installed by the previous owner because there was no coolant drain plug, had to just remove the hoses manually and drain out what I could that way. This oil change is next on my list