Can I put 0W-40 in my BMW?

Can I put 0W-40 in my BMW?

“Based on what you’ve told us, your vehicle manufacturer recommends a 0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30 or 5W-40 viscosity and oil that meets BMW Longlife LL-01 or BMW Longlife-01FE. We currently do not offer any motor oils in the United States that meet these specifications.”

Can I use Mobil 1 oil in my BMW?

It is important to use the right oil in your car to comply with the BMW manufacturer specifications. Using the right Mobil 1 product during routine servicing and according to your vehicle’s handbook will not affect the BMW manufacturer’s warranty.

Can I put 0W40 instead of 5W30?

When it gets hot it’s entirely different, the 5W30 would do a better job because of it’s thick viscosity, it will take more time for it to get thinner than the 0W40 that is thinner. Though both would work very well in Africa, but the 5W30 would do a better job in Africa and the 0W40 will deliver more in Europe.

Can I mix 0W30 and 0W40 oil?

You can pretty much mix any motor oil with another motor oil regardless of the viscosity (0W30, 0w40, etc.). The only thing you should try not to do is mix old-school dino oil with synthetic oil. If the car has synthetic you should use synthetic.

Is Mobil 5w-30 Good for BMW?

Mobil 5w-30 is thinner on the 30 weight range and not thick enough for BMW’s spec. Just use the proper 0w-40 Mobil to be safe. It’s the same price as any other grade.

What brand of oil filter does BMW use?

Mann
Mann is an OE supplier to BMW for this and other filters found in your BMW. As an original supplier, Mann’s filter products meet or exceed the requirements from BMW.

Can I put 5W40 in my BMW?

Registered. The Castrol oil that BMW used to spec was midway between a 30 and 40 weight. Anything from 0W30 to 5W40 will be fine if it has the LL-98 or LL-01 rating.

Can I use Castrol EDGE in my BMW?

Yes you can, but… Castrol 0w-30 is a better choice, also BMW 5w-30 or M1 0w-40 are all better oils.

Which oil is better 0W-40 or 5w 40?

0w40 will have better flow characterizes in cold and usually sheer a bit in the heat down to a 30 weight oil. 5w40 will be a thicker oil that will maintain viscosity in the heat better.