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Old 03-26-2007, 02:32 PM
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Is the X3 going to be your first BMW? If so, welcome aboard..........
I don't want to hijack the thread, but yes it will be my first! Thanks!
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Old 03-26-2007, 07:40 PM
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Wow! The oil filter is easily accessible on the top of the engine! That's awesome!
It always has been in recent BMWs. Now, the '07s are missing the dipstick........ but I guess BMW deems that to be progress.
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Old 03-27-2007, 06:00 AM
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That's what I thought but didn't want to tear into it until I knew for sure. Is there a special tool to open and tighten that cap or is it just hand tight?
I have the same engine on my new CPO 530xit, but haven't done an oil change yet. I plan on going the shade tree mechanic route on my first change. I'll hand tighten to contact, then give it an additional 3/4 to full turn. The spec is only 25 NM or 18.8 ft-lbs. With an o-ring, hand tightening should be sufficient. If not, that's when I'll go and buy a wrench. My old trusty filter strap should be enough to remove it.
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Autozone, Pep Boys, Advance Auto carry them - would probably set you back 6 bucks or so if I am not mistaken it measures 76mm in diameter and is a 14 flute oil cap/filter tool, or here its $2.99+ whatever shipping would be

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