1. I think you can use Mobil 5W-30 or use BMW's OEM Castrol synthetic oil 5W-30 (which you can get cheap at Crevier BMW)
2. Service manual, don't know....BMW has CDs but only for dealer use, but I'm sure someone has a copy of it here
3. Crevier BMW (714) 835-3171, ask for Art Corona. Tell him Kewl X5 from the internet sent ya
4. Use OEM Pads and rotors for best braking performance. If you don't like the dust, there are other alternatives. Check out the X5World site with their infos on X5!
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Originally Posted by RuppX5
My wife bought an X5 a while back and we're out of the warranty / service period on our 01 X5. I just did an oil change and was able to reset the service light. Now, I just have to figure out how to change back the temp from C to F. 
I have a couple newbie questions about the X5:
1. What oil is favored? I used Mobil 1 0-40.
2. Can anyone recommend a service manual? Bentley doesn't seem to make one for the X5.
3. Who is a good online retailer for X5 parts such as brake pads, rotors, etc?
4. Any recommendations on brake pads & rotors?
Thanks,
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