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The gap between the two notches on 
the dipstick is equivalent to about 1  litre 
(1 3/4 Imp. pints) of oil. Do not fill 
beyond the upper mark on the dipstick. 
Adding too much oil will harm the 
engine.

Do not add oil until the oil level has 
dropped to just above the lower mark 
on the dipstick.

BMW engines are designed not to 
need separate additives in the 

engine oil, and indeed adding these 
substances could even be harmful in 
certain circumstances. The same 
applies to the manual transmission, 
automatic transmission, final drive and 
power steering.

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In laboratory tests, prolonged 
contact with used oils has caused 

cancer. For this reason, always wash 
the affected skin areas thoroughly with 
soap and water after work.
Keep all oils, greases etc. in a place 
which is inaccessible to children, and 
always read and comply with warnings 
on the containers.

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When disposing of used oil, com-
ply with the relevant environmen-

tal protection laws.

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The quality of the engine oil is a deci-
sive factor for the correct operation and 
long life of your car's engine. BMW has 
conducted extensive tests before 
approving certain grades of engine oil.

BMW Service can provide details 
on the oils specifically approved 

by BMW for your car's engine.

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BMW engines are designed not to 
need separate additives in the 

engine oil, and indeed adding these 
substances could even be harmful in 
certain circumstances.

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