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03-31-2011, 07:22 PM | #1 |
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Basic Maintenance
I've tried a few searches but still haven't found definitive info on basic maintenance. We're out of the warranty and now I want to start doing things myself. Oil changes, transmission drain/flush, air/cabin filters, etc.
I can't find on the forum which oil (10W-40?), how many quarts, or which oil filter i need. Is there a DIY thread that catalogs part numbers, quantities and specs like that? |
04-01-2011, 01:53 AM | #2 |
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Here is a oil change diy for the z4m: http://www.billswebspace.com/Z4MS54OilChange.htm
Oil change kit: http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-Z4-3.0i-M54_3.0l/ES4975/
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04-12-2011, 02:35 PM | #4 |
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Viscocity and quantity data should both be in your manual. The procedure is straight forward should only take 45 minutes the first time and a lot less thereafter.
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04-12-2011, 05:38 PM | #5 | |
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http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...php?p=5990437# Based on this...I purchased 5w30 Synthetic oil (Castrol), same as sold at the stealer....just a whole lot cheaper IMHO. The spec for this is below...I choose the 5w30 as I do not drive this car in the winter. Do not however buy a blended synthetic....pay the extra $1 per litre and get FULL Synthetic oil. SAE 0W–30: Castrol SYNTEC 0W-30 European Formula is engineered to meet the Mercedes Benz 229.5 specification*. The 0W-30 viscosity grade is ideal for winter conditions where low temperature pumpability is required. A unique, low-temperature formulation provides exceptional pumpability in cold weather and allows for unaided engine starts down to -40ºF. Exceeds all car and light truck manufacturer’s warranty requirements for the protection of gasoline, diesel and turbocharged engines where API SL, SJ, SH, CF or CD is recommended. Exceeds European ACEA: A3, B3, B4; VW 502 00, 505 00; MB 229.1, 229.3, 229.5; BMW LL-01; GM-LLA-025, GM-LL-B-025 and the engine protection requirements of ILSAC GF-3 for API Certified Gasoline Engine Oils. SAE 5W–30: Castrol SYNTEC is the most recommended grade in today’s new cars. Exceeds all car and light truck manufacturer’s warranty requirements for the protection of gasoline, diesel and turbocharged engines where API SM, SL, SJ, SH, CF or CD is recommended. Exceeds European ACEA: A1, A5, B1, B5, BMW LL-01, GM 6094M; Ford WSS M2C929-A and all requirements of ILSAC GF-4 for API Certified Gasoline Engine Oils and meets Energy Conserving Standards.
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04-12-2011, 08:04 PM | #6 |
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Oil change is very easy. I dont think the drain plug is magentic, but correct me, I bought high power magnetic drain plug to replace the stock..
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04-12-2011, 08:06 PM | #7 |
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Rear diff is also another good one to do, there is a DIY here
http://www.zpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=79742 I think its 30k ? forgot, but the stuff is so cheap, I would change it 15k
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