We've detected some suspicious activity coming from your IP address and have temporarily blocked it as a security precaution. Please check the box to let us know you're human (sorry, no robots allowed). Show For 2008 X5 Second generation BMW recommends to use: BMW Longlife-04 engine oils. To select the right engine oil see the table below. How much engine oil you need to put into 2008 X5 depends on conditions listed below. car Add this car in your garage to make future searches easy. ConditionVolume expand_more3.0 si with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 268 HP engine (2007.2–2008.9) With additional oil cooler7.4 US qt.6.16 UK qt.7 LEngine oil: BMW Longlife-04Otherwise6.87 US qt.5.72 UK qt.6.5 LEngine oil: BMW Longlife-04 expand_more4.8 i xDrive with gasoline V8 4.8 L 350 HP engine (2007.2–2008.9) Amount to change8.45 US qt.7.04 UK qt.8 LEngine oil: BMW Longlife-04 expand_morexDrive 30 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 268 HP engine (2008.9–2010.3) With additional oil cooler7.4 US qt.6.16 UK qt.7 LEngine oil: BMW Longlife-04Otherwise6.87 US qt.5.72 UK qt.6.5 LEngine oil: BMW Longlife-04 expand_morexDrive 48 i with gasoline V8 4.8 L 350 HP engine (2008.9–2013.6) Amount to change8.45 US qt.7.04 UK qt.8 LEngine oil: BMW Longlife-04 All other modifications7.71 US qt.6.42 UK qt.7.3 LEngine oil: BMW Longlife-04Replacing engine oil in your 2008 BMW X5 is quite an easy task. It's a bit dirty, but everyone can handle it. It will take about 30–60 minutes depends on your skill level and might save you $10–$30 depends on the region you live in. First unscrew the refill cap on the top of the engine. Use a ratchet with the correct size head to unscrew the drain plug on the engine oil pan located on the bottom side of the engine, and drain old oil. You might need to unscrew a few more screws to remove protection covers underneath your car to get access to the oil pan and the oil filter. Then using an oil filter wrench unscrew the old oil filter. Then lubricate a new filter rubber gasket with clean engine oil and install the new filter. Install a new drain plug, and with help of a funnel refill the engine with new engine oil. Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2008 BMW X5 user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind. Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and BMW warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty. Table of Contents
Conquer your fears and never give up!DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow BMW X5 service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours. Doing basic service for your 2008 BMW X5 you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new. What kind of oil does a 2008 BMW X5 take?Castrol EDGE Professional LL04 5W-30 is approved for use in BMW vehicles that require a BMW Longlife-04 specification 5W-30 lubricant.
How much oil does a 2008 BMW X5 take?Engine Oil
Capacity: 6.9 quarts (with filter).
Can I use 5WThe BMW 5W30 motor oil is the factory engine oil approved for almost all BMW engines, except for BMW Diesel and some M3/M5/M6 engines.
What kind of oil does a 2008 BMW X5 4.8 take?Viscosity. |