OIL service should be carried out between 10000km & 13000km. I Recommend every 10000km to make sure to maintain optimum engine condition. If you are watching this then you probably already deem yourself semi-confident in your abilities to carry out such a task, but if you do decide to follow me then do so at your own risk.. but I do hope that people get value from what I have made here. Things you will need. - OIL - long life 0W-30 (5.25L for the B48C s20i model) best option - alternative 5W-30 and 5W-40 suitable also if bmw longlife-01 spec ALWAYS CHECK YOUR FACTORY OIL SPECIFICATIONS FROM A RELIABLE SOURCE AND THIS WILL LET YOU KNOW HOW MUCH OIL IS NEEDED FOR YOUR SPECIFIC ENGINE VARIANT. - New filter kit - I used a Ryco R2864P - 17mm spanner for drain plug/bung - T55 torx bit for the filter drain - 32mm socket for the filter housing - bucket - rags - torch - flathead screw driver - perseverance and determination - scan tool for service reset (if you wish) is used an ancel Bm700 Link to get one ⬇️⬇️ s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mPEySxe
Due to BMW not putting a dipstick in the cars & due to BMW not using a canister oil filter setup I change mine out myself 5k after the dealership does the annual one (I have them do 1 per year to ensure I don't run into any issues with potential warranty work down the line). I like & can afford a 5k change interval, I know it's overkill but it's without a doubt better than a twice that interval. The other main reason I do 1 a year myself is because I flat out don't trust the dealerships I have in my area. With me doing at least 1 oil change myself a year there's zero doubt the car had fresh oil & a fresh oil filter in it at that time.
If you intend to keep the car a while and do your own oil changes it's well worth paying the £30 and swapping the oil drain plug out for a tap, makes changing the oil so much quicker and cleaner.
Hey thank you for the comment, I can see the appeal of this, but always been worried that it would get bumped or damaged and then I’d lose all of my oil. If it was a needle tap valve with multiple turns required to get it open then it would probably be safe enough. Haven’t tried this yet though.
It is definitely cheaper to get it done DIY or at a local mechanic that knows BMW. I used to do this myself, but it is always such a mess and having to go try to recycle the oil later, too much hassle. I now bring my cars to my local mechanic who knows german cars, and have a shop hoist lift to do the job properly. I provide the oil and filter myself.
Hey mate, thanks for the comment. Yes it can be a hassle to do it yourself! I’ve always enjoyed doing this sort of thing, so that keeps me going. Great idea to find and have ready, a local trustworthy mechanic!
Thanks for your comment. Yes, you might have missed that part, but I did use an axle stand on the side I lifted and mentioned it in the video. I’m starting to realise that most people only watch sections or part of the video.
OIL service should be carried out between 10000km & 13000km. I Recommend every 10000km to make sure to maintain optimum engine condition.
If you are watching this then you probably already deem yourself semi-confident in your abilities to carry out such a task, but if you do decide to follow me then do so at your own risk.. but I do hope that people get value from what I have made here.
Things you will need.
- OIL - long life 0W-30 (5.25L for the B48C s20i model) best option
- alternative 5W-30 and 5W-40 suitable also if bmw longlife-01 spec
ALWAYS CHECK YOUR FACTORY OIL SPECIFICATIONS FROM A RELIABLE SOURCE AND THIS WILL LET YOU KNOW HOW MUCH OIL IS NEEDED FOR YOUR SPECIFIC ENGINE VARIANT.
- New filter kit - I used a Ryco R2864P
- 17mm spanner for drain plug/bung
- T55 torx bit for the filter drain
- 32mm socket for the filter housing
- bucket
- rags
- torch
- flathead screw driver
- perseverance and determination
- scan tool for service reset (if you wish) is used an ancel Bm700
Link to get one ⬇️⬇️
s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_mPEySxe
I do my oil changes every 8000 km or every 6 months.
Great video mate! :) Thanks
Thank you mate! How are you getting on with your X1?
Due to BMW not putting a dipstick in the cars & due to BMW not using a canister oil filter setup I change mine out myself 5k after the dealership does the annual one (I have them do 1 per year to ensure I don't run into any issues with potential warranty work down the line). I like & can afford a 5k change interval, I know it's overkill but it's without a doubt better than a twice that interval. The other main reason I do 1 a year myself is because I flat out don't trust the dealerships I have in my area. With me doing at least 1 oil change myself a year there's zero doubt the car had fresh oil & a fresh oil filter in it at that time.
Nice one mate! Thank you for your comment
That’s pretty smart having the dealer do it once a year so that way they can’t really blame you
If you intend to keep the car a while and do your own oil changes it's well worth paying the £30 and swapping the oil drain plug out for a tap, makes changing the oil so much quicker and cleaner.
Hey thank you for the comment, I can see the appeal of this, but always been worried that it would get bumped or damaged and then I’d lose all of my oil.
If it was a needle tap valve with multiple turns required to get it open then it would probably be safe enough. Haven’t tried this yet though.
It is definitely cheaper to get it done DIY or at a local mechanic that knows BMW. I used to do this myself, but it is always such a mess and having to go try to recycle the oil later, too much hassle. I now bring my cars to my local mechanic who knows german cars, and have a shop hoist lift to do the job properly. I provide the oil and filter myself.
Hey mate, thanks for the comment. Yes it can be a hassle to do it yourself! I’ve always enjoyed doing this sort of thing, so that keeps me going. Great idea to find and have ready, a local trustworthy mechanic!
Did i miss the jack stands? Hope you used them
Thanks for your comment.
Yes, you might have missed that part, but I did use an axle stand on the side I lifted and mentioned it in the video.
I’m starting to realise that most people only watch sections or part of the video.
Great video! Looking for a chance for review collaboration on bmw diagnostic tool.
Thank you!
Bro'..I saved beaucoup dineros by never goin' near a Cherman Break-My-Window..Ja, oh Ja!
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You used the incorrect oil weight bud. Flush with liqui Molly mos2 and try again with a 0-20
Thanks for the advice, I'll be sure to take that into consideration next time!