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    4. : Changing the engine oil and filter BMW i8 [electric]

BMW i8 - Video tutorial

Model: BMW i8 MK 1 - Years 2014-2021
Part: Engine oil
Operation: Changing the engine oil and filter BMW i8 [electric]

The 131 HP synchronous electric motor is combined with a three-cylinder 1,500 cm³ TwinPower Turbo direct injection engine with a power of 231 HP, for a total of 362 HP: it seems obvious that the thermal engine needs maintenance and therefore at least the replacement of the engine oil and its filter can be done by yourself; the engine is located in the rear part of the vehicle and to access the oil pan it is advisable to lift the car by placing the jack on the appropriate rib; the oil drain plug is located in the center of the sump and immediately above is the seat of the oil filter which is of the cartridge type, the kit of which also includes the sealing ring of the plug. Therefore, access the engine compartment to fill the engine with clean oil.


Posted on 18 November 2023 by ScegliAuto

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