what oil
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what oil
hi guys back in the fold with a 123d convertible, on 65000 miles,
going to do a oil change as a precaution as not had a change in a while
bmw recommend 0w30w but thinking 5w30 might be better, any advice opinions?? cheers
going to do a oil change as a precaution as not had a change in a while
bmw recommend 0w30w but thinking 5w30 might be better, any advice opinions?? cheers
white 123d convertible with red boston interior
- stevesurrey
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Re: what oil
You dont say what age your car is, so just in case you're not aware have a quick look at this thread
https://babybmw.net/viewtopic.php?t=107876
https://babybmw.net/viewtopic.php?t=107876
E81 120D (N47) SE+Dynamic Package, 2007/57, M Sports Suspension, Montego Blue, Pro HU+HiFi Speakers & Dipstick
Re: what oil
cheers its a 2010 e88 seems either 0w30 or 5w30 are ok
white 123d convertible with red boston interior
- stevesurrey
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Re: what oil
As long as it meets BMW LL04 spec.
E81 120D (N47) SE+Dynamic Package, 2007/57, M Sports Suspension, Montego Blue, Pro HU+HiFi Speakers & Dipstick
Re: what oil
It is not a problem if you just use the right spec..
LL-04 spec is not as critically tested as VW tests for their oil spec.
If you want 5w30 use spec 507.00 of VW.
LL-04 spec is not as critically tested as VW tests for their oil spec.
If you want 5w30 use spec 507.00 of VW.
Re: what oil
LL04, consider using slightly more viscous oil because they run hot, and change it more frequently than your computer suggests to reduce the likelihood of chain failure.
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Re: what oil
cheers got some millers oil ll04 5w30 in the end, intend to change every 12 months
white 123d convertible with red boston interior