DIY - BMW M235i Oil Change! N55, F22

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  • Опубликовано: 15 янв 2025

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  • @DocTango
    @DocTango 4 года назад +6

    Awesome content! Just bought a used m235i and was slightly apprehensive with doing my own maintenance as this is my first bimmer.

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  4 года назад +3

      Congrats on the new whip! Even if you're not very experienced working on cars, the basic maintenance jobs will help you become more confident in your wrench turning abilities. I try to explain everything to help even the most inexperienced person understand the how, what and why.
      This car is an absolute blast to drive, even in stock form. 💪

  • @nofilter2091
    @nofilter2091 3 года назад +2

    I just bought my M235i and am scouring the web to learn more. This video hit the nail on the head on this procedure, perfect. Where to buy the proper OEM spec oil and filter, torque specs, everything. Nice work!

  • @megalops87
    @megalops87 Год назад +1

    I wish you were still putting out videos man. Thankful I found you

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  Год назад +1

      Me too! I'm glad you found this video though!

  • @x3thelast
    @x3thelast 6 лет назад +3

    Great tutorial. I’m glad this car is much more user friendly than the previous BMWs and Audi’s I’ve owned in the past.
    I’ll also be picking up the billet cover and drain plug. Thanks!

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  6 лет назад +1

      I'm making the billet cover video today! Stay tuned!

  • @Hyytekk
    @Hyytekk 5 лет назад +5

    I just had a harrowing scare changing my 2015 228i oil which I'd done without incident before. I was getting substantial puddles of oil under my car. I panicked, imagining I somehow cracked the oil pan or put in a broken plug. (My drain plug is also plastic.) I replaced the drain plug but the problem remained. .I saw no oil near the filter so was baffled. Took it to a mechanic and on the lift they saw the oil had been coming out of the filter housing under compression and dripping down copiously. Turns out the problem was simply that that large grommet/seal had hiked up a little too high on the filter cap assembly. Just one thread too high and so essentially there was no seal and the oil was shooting out. Such a subtle error. Don't give yourself a stroke from worry and seeing dollar signs flying away in your living nightmare. Eyeball the seal before reinserting it into the housing to tighten down. One other frustration....I just couldn't replicate Mikey's reset procedure. I finally found a post that reminded me that at least on some models, mine included, you don't push that odometer reset button until after the initial indicators go away. If I pushed the reset right away as shown, a different set of menu options came up. No idea why some models differ on the reset. So avoid more frustration; if the immediate push doesn't work to get the oil reset option, wait till the indicators clear first before pushing that odometer button..

  • @betl5982
    @betl5982 3 года назад +1

    Amazing details as always. Thank you. My 2 cents worth, think I saw Mike did it but did not mention it. Suck out and perhaps wipe clean all the old oil inside the oil filter station. If you are doing oil change at home or have the time, let oil drip drain for 20, 30 minutes or longer to let as much oil drain down from the engine as possible. I do this with another of my car with a dip stick and very satisfying to see clear oil in dip stick even after a couple of weeks.

  • @vijaymadhok8546
    @vijaymadhok8546 2 года назад +1

    Love your videos n55 is a great platform

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  2 года назад

      Thanks Vijay!! 🙏 So glad you found the channel!

  • @tlidontknow4326
    @tlidontknow4326 4 года назад +1

    Sir I really like your video and learn a lot from it. I have a same m235i and now I can’t wait to modify her by myself!

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  4 года назад

      Excellent! I'm glad you found my channel!

  • @TheMmburgess
    @TheMmburgess 6 лет назад +2

    Man that song at the end was amazing!!!!!

    • @IanB321
      @IanB321 6 лет назад

      A bear that had no hair 🎶

  • @frostyarnie2941
    @frostyarnie2941 6 лет назад +2

    Very good step by step guide! Thanks Mike. And you are a man with good taste for car. I had a m235i in Estoril blue,....

  • @IanB321
    @IanB321 6 лет назад +14

    Tools you will need: cheat sheet
    17 mm socket
    3/8 ratchet
    Torque wrench
    Oil filter wrench
    Flat head screwdriver
    Pick tool
    Funnel
    Bag of Shop towels
    Gloves
    Eye protection
    Drain pan
    Homemade ramps
    Floor jack
    Jack stands

    • @mrtovitovi
      @mrtovitovi 5 лет назад

      Ian M. Blair size for oil filter wrench?

    • @motorhead16
      @motorhead16 4 года назад +1

      @@mrtovitovi 86x16

    • @mrtovitovi
      @mrtovitovi 4 года назад

      Silviu Cozma tnx 👍

  • @BMWFanatic
    @BMWFanatic 6 лет назад +1

    Great DIY!

  • @DennisKarlsson
    @DennisKarlsson 5 лет назад +7

    The shop I left my BMW to forgot to put the middle part back when they replaced the filter.
    The car presented an error message directly when driving home from the shop.
    I went back the next day and asked if they could have a look at it.
    They said no, they couldn't have caused it they said.
    Change the oil and oil filter yourself, do not let bad "mechanics" destroy your car.

  • @TheJabroniJoe
    @TheJabroniJoe 3 года назад +1

    thank you for sharing all of the knowledge that you have in regard to this car; you have saved me so much time
    10/10 m235i niche channel

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  3 года назад

      Thanks for checking out the channel Joe! 🙏and thanks for taking the time to drop me a comment with the kind words!

  • @OOE1
    @OOE1 5 лет назад +2

    Thank you for this!!

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  5 лет назад

      No, no, thank YOU! Thnaks fir checking out my channel! Let me know if there's something you'd like to see.

  • @radiomaster200
    @radiomaster200 6 лет назад +1

    Nice video. Very detailed and not boring👌. One thing I would like to know is how to take out the plastic cover on the engine.

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  6 лет назад +1

      Just lift up on it from the edges on the bottom. One hand on each side and pull up, no tools needed.

    • @radiomaster200
      @radiomaster200 6 лет назад +1

      @@TheWrenchLab Thanks!

    • @radiomaster200
      @radiomaster200 6 лет назад +1

      @@TheWrenchLab one more question. It looks like my car is set to remind me to do an engine oil change every year(every 15000 miles), I feel like that's a lot of time to change oil. Should I do it less like every 8-10 thousand? I dont drive too crazy with the car either.

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  6 лет назад +1

      There's a lot of talk about this 15k mile subject and a lot of people speculate why it was changed... One of the main speculations is that it's been a way for BMW to reduce their operating costs with their free service plan. Lure buyers in with free service on a car they'll only have for 24-36k miles. At this point they'll be wanting to get the newest fancy models coming out. That's 2 mayyyybe 3 oil changes going by the 15k mileage recommendation.
      In BMW's defense, synthetic oils do last longer than petroleum based conventional oils.
      In my humble opinion: If you bought your car used, and you're going to do your own maintenance, you intend on keeping the car for years to come. My advice: Since you mentioned you don't drive the car very hard you could leave a full synthetic oil in until 15k miles, if you don't live where the vehicle is subjected to extremes in climate. But, I'd recommend swap the filter out at 7,500 miles. This is for someone that doesn't mod thier car, drag race, AutoX, rarely revs the car past 5k rpms and drives less than 10k miles a year. If that's the case, just change the oil and filter every 6 months and you should be fine. But, since it's not terribly difficult to change the oil, I'd say stick to 8-10k miles for oil and filter. If you recently bought the car I say change oil immediately and see how the oil looks and smells. Check the oil filter to make sure the previous owner was using the Mann filter. I have read a lot about the different filters people have tried in their BMWs and every says stick with Mann.
      For me and how I drive my car... I'm the drag racing, AutoX'ing, qualifying laps on the way to get hot-dog buns from the store, on my way to 15-20k miles a year. I'll change the oil and filter every 3-5k miles, inspect my magnetic drain plug and taking a picture of it for reference. I bought my used 2015 M235i back in May with 35k miles on it. I have every intention of modifying it, doing a full season of AutoX and drag racing every other week. 😁🤣 That's why I bought this car. An N55 motor in a small 2 door. Recipe for speed! I hope I answered your question hahaha

    • @radiomaster200
      @radiomaster200 6 лет назад +1

      @@TheWrenchLab Yes, thank you for the info, I think ill go with the 8k-9k miles/ 6 months. I'll feel better about it.

  • @AW-gj4ji
    @AW-gj4ji 5 лет назад +1

    Great video, I hope you make more of these for m235i so I could do repairs on it for myself

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  5 лет назад

      Alexander, thanks for checking out my channel! I do plan on making more videos. Are you looking for anything specific?

    • @AW-gj4ji
      @AW-gj4ji 5 лет назад +1

      @@TheWrenchLab Hmm I'm interested in most DIYs. Like water pump replacement, Battery replacement, timing belt and etc. I want to get a m235i myself but I don't want to lose an arm or a leg for the repairs xD. So, I'm going to depend on you!

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  5 лет назад +2

      The water pump and a ton of other little things I cover in my MegaBuild videos. The accessory belt I plan on doing this winter. I have a few other things planned; Stainless brake lines, transmission pan/filter/fluid, rear diff fluid, different spark plug choices... I'll be posting more videos soon! Stay tuned!

  • @cheshunts157
    @cheshunts157 2 года назад

    Absolutely brilliant vid thanks so much

  • @douglasmartinez2756
    @douglasmartinez2756 3 года назад +1

    excellent video!

  • @HeddyGG
    @HeddyGG 7 месяцев назад

    solid video, thanks brother

  • @dysk132
    @dysk132 5 лет назад +1

    Very useful video man!

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  5 лет назад

      Thanks! And thanks for checking out my channel!

  • @alain46
    @alain46 4 года назад +1

    So you have to start the engine to check the oil level? Brilliant idea, BMW. Sure, you can measure how much you put in, but I'd wanna check the oil level before I start the engine just to be sure. And what if the sensor is faulty? You don't really wanna find that out the hard way. They should've just put a dip stick in it...

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  4 года назад

      I know right!? But, there has to be a reason the dip stick was ditched. Engineers do engineering things. I spent at least 30 minutes last night on the Google box looking for an explanation as to why they axed it. There's a lot of skepticism from owners, but I never saw anything from BMW as to why.

  • @mathewhenderson5757
    @mathewhenderson5757 6 лет назад +1

    Thanks mike

  • @iansmith4153
    @iansmith4153 5 лет назад +1

    Thank's Mikey. Good video - 10+

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  5 лет назад

      Thanks Ian! I appreciate the kind words! 👍

  • @ArtyYeo
    @ArtyYeo 4 года назад +1

    Thanks for the vid. Excellent.
    The link to the vid about front center jack point is broken. Just so you know.

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  4 года назад

      Thanks for checking out my channel! I appreciate the kind words and for letting me know the link was broken! Just fixed it. 👍

    • @ArtyYeo
      @ArtyYeo 4 года назад +1

      @@TheWrenchLab Thanks! Would love to see a vid on replacing Differential Fluid, when you do yours.

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  4 года назад +1

      I do have that planned... It's just a matter of getting the time. 👍

  • @That_muad_dib
    @That_muad_dib 5 лет назад +1

    great video

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  5 лет назад

      Thanks! And thank you for checking out my channel! 👍

  • @kyleperry8833
    @kyleperry8833 5 лет назад +1

    What oil did you use next??
    Post more video's Mikey!!!

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  5 лет назад +1

      Hey Kyle! In my megabuild series, I ended doing an oil change in conjunction with that whole mod list. I used LiquiMoly MolyGen. The stuff that comes in a green bottle. The oil is green that glows bright green under a black light! 💚 It helps you find oil leaks, if you have them!

  • @nkr3637
    @nkr3637 4 года назад +2

    I was checking out your list of mods. They sound pretty nice. In your opinion which mods have given you the most bang for the buck? Also which mods were the coolest regardless of price. I've got a 2016 m235xi and would love to get your thoughts. Thanks!

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  4 года назад

      Since I've only used the JB4 for tuning, I would say it's the best bamg for the buck that I have.
      Coolest mod, hands down the Turner carbon intake! Looks amazing and make the car sound COMPLETELY different. Makes it actually sound like a turbo car. Love it! No check engine light either! 😁

    • @nkr3637
      @nkr3637 4 года назад +1

      @@TheWrenchLab Thanks for the reply! I'm new to all this, but I was kinda' anticipating your response on the tuner. Two follow ups if you could. 1. Can a newbie figure out this tuner business? 2. Mine is still under warranty (7/20) and I have an extended warranty. Do you think my warranty company could discover use of the tuner and void the warranty? Appreciate your sharing any thoughts on either or these.

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  4 года назад +1

      @@nkr3637 as far as tuners that you can easily switch back to stock: a flash tune from either BM3(boot mode) or MHD. those you can flash the tune for easily and be able to go back to stock just as easily. There are quite a few videos on both. Provided you have the correct dongle to connect your phone to the car, it's pretty easy. Speedy GonzF22 has a BM3 video showing how to flash it with your phone. I can't think of an MHD demo video off the top of my head. BM3 is all the rage right now anyway.
      As far as the warranty company discovering it... I don't think so. I mean, they could do a deep dive in the ECU if they suspected it, but I highly doubt that. If the car is completely stock other wise, there would be no reason to suspect it.

  • @rjk5559
    @rjk5559 3 года назад +1

    Can you access the oil drain plug by jacking one side and removing a front wheel instead of using the centre jack location?

  • @adnanshamim4956
    @adnanshamim4956 5 лет назад +2

    I added 6.1 L of oil after letting the car drain forever. My measurement still shows I have max amount of oil. I swear that screen is fake, lol. Next time I am going to put 5 L just to see. Thanks for the great video. On a separate note, do you plan to do any injector or valve cleaning? Does one need to worry about those on N55 engines, being they are direct injected.

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  5 лет назад +1

      I've wondered how accurate it is too! 🤣
      I would like to to the walnut blast to clean the valves but don't have the tools yet. It's definitely on my list of maintenance items before next summer. Not sure I'll do the injectors unless I have an issue.
      Thanks for checking out my channel Adnan! 👍

  • @seansurfn2
    @seansurfn2 5 лет назад +1

    stick with oem bmw oil filters. sometimes aftermarket can shrink up and prevent proper oil pressures.

    • @ArtyYeo
      @ArtyYeo 4 года назад +2

      Mann brand is OEM. They manufacture filter products for BMW.

  • @noeamaro4526
    @noeamaro4526 5 лет назад +1

    Hi, Good video, the 5w-40 Is the viscosity on the service manual? Or you choose this viscosity for some razon ?

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  5 лет назад +1

      I picked the 5w40 because it's a little bit thicker at operating temp. This isn't my daily driver and I absolutely punish the car every time I drive it. 5w30 is the recommend oil for North America. You can never go wrong with the BMW oil. If you'd prefer something else, make sure it's "BMW Long life 01 approved". That means BMW actually approves the use of that specific oil. 👍

    • @noeamaro4526
      @noeamaro4526 5 лет назад +1

      @@TheWrenchLab thank you 👍

  • @watchonthetoiletchannel4741
    @watchonthetoiletchannel4741 4 года назад

    Great DIY! Im always afraid to torque bolts / caps. I have better experiences with doing it By “feel”.

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  4 года назад +1

      I'm the same way! 👍I rarely do it, but figured if I'm going to make a video I should at least try to show people the correct way 😂

  • @skydivindad1
    @skydivindad1 5 лет назад +1

    Wife just picked up a M235i Sat.

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  5 лет назад +1

      Nice! Once you know what's what, you can save a ton of money doing your own maintenance.

    • @skydivindad1
      @skydivindad1 5 лет назад

      @@TheWrenchLab Great!

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  5 лет назад +1

      Wait... Are you saying this is a woman's car?! 🤣🤣🤣

    • @skydivindad1
      @skydivindad1 5 лет назад

      @@TheWrenchLab yes I am 🤪

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  5 лет назад +1

      @@skydivindad1 😳😭🤣

  • @xxdizannyxx
    @xxdizannyxx 5 лет назад +1

    You neevr showed taking the engine cover off or why you took it off..anyways, changing my m235i out with redline tomorrow, haven't changed my own oil in like 10 years, lol. Had to make sure nothing changed much.

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  5 лет назад +1

      I show it in this ruclips.net/video/3I161rdlCEE/видео.html at the 2:15-ish mark of the video.
      It just gives you a little more room to work with around the oil filter housing cap. Thanks for checking out my channel!

    • @xxdizannyxx
      @xxdizannyxx 5 лет назад +1

      @@TheWrenchLab Thank you for the video!!! Its instructional videos like these that help other owners have the confidence to not get ripped off $200 for an oil change that is no more difficult (actually easier) than a honda civic, def appreciate
      you taking your time to do this and much love!

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  5 лет назад +1

      Thanks dizanny! That's my goal! I was hesitant buying a BMW because of the maintenance costs. But after a little research, it's just another car that anyone with a set of tools can work on. I have a MEGA BUILD project I'm working on right now and hope to get several videos posted within a week. Stay tuned! 🧰💪!

  • @feersty
    @feersty 4 года назад

    Do you have any DIY how to change taillight bulbs. I have a M240i and can't swap out LED reverse lights.

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  4 года назад +1

      Hit me up on Instagram. I'll make a video just for you!

  • @superlazyorg
    @superlazyorg 5 лет назад +1

    Does this vehicle have a dip stick? I have an oil extractor and like to do top-side oil changes when possible.

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  5 лет назад +1

      No, there isn't a dipstick on these bimmers. I wish it was that easy.

  • @seanpoore500
    @seanpoore500 2 года назад

    Where do I buy that oil filter housing adapter? You think a strap wrench would suffice in a pinch?

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  2 года назад

      I talk about thatbatuff at the end. You can get one at most local auto part stores. You could use a strap wrench, as long as it's clean and dry so you can get a good grip.

  • @troycovington
    @troycovington 5 лет назад +1

    How do you take off the engine cover? Is that in the manual?

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  5 лет назад

      I show it in this ruclips.net/video/3I161rdlCEE/видео.html at the 2:15-ish mark of the video.
      Just pull up on the bottom edges. Thanks for checking out my channel!

    • @troycovington
      @troycovington 5 лет назад +1

      @@TheWrenchLab Thanks!

  • @kayleejones3570
    @kayleejones3570 6 лет назад +2

    *Clap*

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  6 лет назад +1

      If you're happy and you know it!

  • @homemovies1012
    @homemovies1012 4 года назад +1

    Are you from Philadelphia area?

  • @IslandStyle123
    @IslandStyle123 5 лет назад +1

    I have a 2015 M235i. Best oil to use in Vancouver? Thx

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  5 лет назад

      You can never go wrong with BMW TwinPower Turbo 5W-30 oil. That'll be fine for your car for the year round temperatures you'll experience. You can use any brand oil as long as it says BMW Longlife-01 approved if you prefer to buy something else. You can get both on the ECS Tuning website. Click the link in description. Just make sure you find the 5w30 if you wanna use the LiquiMoly. They sell the entire oil change kit, Oil/filter/gaskets/ all in one.
      Thanks for checking out my channel!
      Anything else you're looking for?

    • @IslandStyle123
      @IslandStyle123 5 лет назад +1

      @@TheWrenchLab Nope, that's great, thanks bro.

  • @benten6301
    @benten6301 5 лет назад +3

    I just did my oil changed and filled with recommended oil. I measured it shows 17% , wtf. How accurate is that ?

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  5 лет назад

      Drain plug!? The car's on a level surface, right? 6 liters of oil?

    • @benten6301
      @benten6301 5 лет назад +1

      My is an x3, f25, n55 , 35i xdrive 2014 v6 twin turbo, I used about 7 quartz oil. I did a measurement before and after and get similar results 17-18 %. Off course on level in my garage. This is not the first time I didan oil change on it. The same 6 months ago but oil drained was more than 5 quarts.

    • @benten6301
      @benten6301 5 лет назад +1

      Is it telling me that I am getting a leaky valve gasket cover or oil filter gaskets.? I noticed my belts are shiny and engine oil is more likely but not sure if it cones from valve gasket or filter?

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  5 лет назад

      @@benten6301 if you put that much oil in and it is only reading 18% then you probably have a faulty oul level sensor.
      Did you get a check engine light? Do you have a scan tool?

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  5 лет назад +1

      @@benten6301 I wasn't trying to insult you by saying drain plug. I forgot to put a spark plug and coil back in once! 🤣

  • @blackrobe2007
    @blackrobe2007 Год назад

    Not sure if someone can help me, but the measuring oil level computer always shuts out at 15% and goes back to the start measurement screen.
    Did someone face such issue?

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  Год назад

      Make sure the parts inside the oil filter are installed correctly. i. e. The bird cage and o-rings.

  • @taylorcerimele4176
    @taylorcerimele4176 6 лет назад +1

    Will this work on a 2016 Honda Civic?

    • @TheWrenchLab
      @TheWrenchLab  6 лет назад

      Unfortunately, no. But... Bring it on down the street and I'll check your oil!