When should you change the OIL on E70

[powr_x5]

My E70 is almost 4000K and i heard that after the break in period, i should change the oil. Anyone have any ideal about this? i know that i should be changing it until the mantainance indicator go on.

[bell407]

You don´t have to change it, some people say it´s better for the engine when you do a oil change after the break in period. I would recommend 5000km as a good mileage...

So long

Christian

[powr_x5]

So after 5000K then i should change it???

[X5FX]

I changed mine after I broke her in at 2500 miles, then every 7500 miles after that.

[bell407]

Up to you my friend, again there is no need to by the service manual of BMW...

So long

Christian

[KEF]

Originally Posted by powr_x5

My E70 is almost 4000K and i heard that after the break in period, i should change the oil. Anyone have any ideal about this? i know that i should be changing it until the mantainance indicator go on.

As bell407 said, it is entirely up to you. If you are looking for a guideline, what these guys have told you is logical - change the oil after the break in period, and then at some regular interval, 5000-7500 miles.

I will always change oil and filter after the 2500 mile break in period.

Put it this way, you won't be hurting anything by changing it more frequently.

Regards,
KEF

[y5choi]

Originally Posted by KEF

As bell407 said, it is entirely up to you. If you are looking for a guideline, what these guys have told you is logical - change the oil after the break in period, and then at some regular interval, 5000-7500 miles.

I will always change oil and filter after the 2500 mile break in period.

Put it this way, you won't be hurting anything by changing it more frequently.

Regards,
KEF

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I'm getting my oil changed tomorrow (at 2011km). I feel good about it (costs me 60 bucks but hey I know i'm investing it in my car, not just throwing it away)

[nynd]

If you plan to keep your car - change it anywhere from 1000 - 5000 miles. I like the 2500, 7500 and then normal routine every 7500 if need be. For $50 its a good investment in prolonging the life of the vehicle. If it's a lease...then let her ride!

[powr_x5]

How much does it cost for the oil??? it is easy to change it? hehe I used to change oil on my civic, but feel nervous on a bwm special it's cost more than 100K in Canada

[krazee]

Originally Posted by powr_x5

How much does it cost for the oil??? it is easy to change it? hehe I used to change oil on my civic, but feel nervous on a bwm special it's cost more than 100K in Canada

Now there is a step up in the world, civic to BMW...well done.