2006 BMW M3 Owner's Manual - Page 123
2006 BMW M3 Manual
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Engine oil Continuous exposure to used oil has caused cancer in laboratory testing. For this reason, thoroughly wash any areas of skin that come into contact with oil using soap and water. Store oils, grease and similar materials so that they are inaccessible to children. Comply with warning labels and information on containers.< Comply with the applicable environmental laws regulating the disposal of used oil.< Recommendation: have the oil changed at your BMW center. 123 Ask your BMW center for details concerning oils that have been approved. You can also call BMW of North America toll-free at 1-800-8311117 or visit this website: www.bmwusa.com to obtain this information.< BMW engines are designed to operate without oil additives; the use of additives could even lead to damage in some cases.< Adding engine oil Only add engine oil when the oil level has dropped to just above the lower mark on the dipstick. Do not fill beyond the upper mark on the dipstick. Excess oil will damage the engine. Before checking the engine oil level after topping up, restart the engine and allow it to run to obtain a correct display. Then proceed as described under Checking the oil level. Alternative oil types If a High Performance Synthetic Oil approved by BMW should be unavailable, you may use small volumes of other oils for topping up between oil changes. The following data must appear on the packaging: > Viscosity preferred: SAE 10W-60 alternative: SAE 5W-40 or SAE 10W-40 > Specifications preferred: API SJ/CF alternative: API SJ - also SK, SL, S etc. Specified engine oils The quality of the engine oil is extremely important for the function and life of an engine. Based on extensive testing, BMW has approved only certain grades of engine oil. Use only oils approved for your vehicle model. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 512 - © 09/04 BMW AG Index Data Repairs Maintenance Controls Overview