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Add Engine Oil to BMW 3 Series

Model: BMW Serie 3 E46 - Years 1998-2006
Part: Checks and maintenance

Open the hood of the car. Remove the dipstick with the ring cap located to your right (facing the cabin) and wipe it with a paper towel, then reinsert it and pull it out again. Check the mark at the bottom of the dipstick: the optimal situation is to have the oil level at the midpoint of the mark (do not exceed this level). If the level is lower, unscrew the cap located at the center of the hood and add synthetic oil 5W-40. You will need to add a few fluid ounces of oil. Insert and remove the dipstick one last time to verify that the lubricant level is optimal.

Updated on 2 April 2026 by ScegliAuto

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