I have a pretty good knowledge of the MB oil spec requirements, but I just bought a 2009 BMW X5 30i, and was wondering a few things about the oil requirements for a BMW.
1. I think this engine needs LL-01 approval oil, 5W-30. But, can you use LL-04 in an engine that was spec'd for LL-01?
2. Is 0W-40 or 5W-40 oil meeting LL-01 OK? What problems could it cause?
3. What is your favorite oil for BMW, if cost/availability not critical?
4. Mobil 1 website doesn't even suggest an oil for this vehicle. My understanding is that they changed their formula. Any reason to be scared of M1 Euro 0W-40? I ask because I am supposed to get a free OC from the dealer where I bought it, and they use M1.
Thanks in advance for any help for a Bimmer newbie.
BTW, after a week, really loving it!
1. I think this engine needs LL-01 approval oil, 5W-30. But, can you use LL-04 in an engine that was spec'd for LL-01?
2. Is 0W-40 or 5W-40 oil meeting LL-01 OK? What problems could it cause?
3. What is your favorite oil for BMW, if cost/availability not critical?
4. Mobil 1 website doesn't even suggest an oil for this vehicle. My understanding is that they changed their formula. Any reason to be scared of M1 Euro 0W-40? I ask because I am supposed to get a free OC from the dealer where I bought it, and they use M1.
Thanks in advance for any help for a Bimmer newbie.
BTW, after a week, really loving it!