2006 BMW X5 Owner's Manual - Page 153
2006 BMW X5 Manual
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Engine oil Specified engine oils 153n The quality of the engine oil selected has critical significance for the operation and service life of an engine. Based on extensive testing, BMW has approved only certain engine oils. 530de326 530us205 The oil volume between the two marks on the dipstick corresponds to approx. 1.1 US quarts/1 liter. Do not fill beyond the upper mark on the dipstick. Excess oil will damage the engine.< X5 4.8is: With a very sporty driving style, the engine oil level should be at the upper mark on the dipstick. Adding engine oil Wait until the level has dropped to just above the lower mark on the dipstick before adding oil. Add oil within the next 30 miles/ 50 km, otherwise, the engine could be damaged.< Keep oil, grease, etc. out of reach of children and heed warnings on the containers to avoid health risks.< Oil change: Have oil changed only by your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center or by a repair shop that works according to BMW guidelines with appropriately trained personnel. You can also call BMW of North America at 1-800-831-1117 or visit this website: www.bmwusa.com to obtain this information. Never use oil additives as they can damage your engine under some circumstances.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 159 867 - © 07/05 BMW AG Index Data Repairs Ask your BMW Sports Activity Vehicle center for details concerning the specific BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil or synthetic oils which have been approved.< Maintenance If you are unable to obtain BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil, you can add small amounts of other synthetic oil in between oil changes. Only use oils with the API SH specification or higher. Controls Only use approved BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil. Overview