Engine Oil Service

2013 BMW M3 Convertible (E93) V8-4.0L (S65)SECTION Engine Oil Service



Engine Oil Service

- Change engine oil and oil filter.
The only approved engine oil is Castrol TWS Motorsport 10W-60 Synthetic Oil, available under part number 07 51 0 009 420

- At every engine oil service:
Replace A/C system microfilter (cabin filter)

- At every 3rd engine oil service:
Replace engine air intake filter (engine air filter)
Change manual transmission fluid, and clean transmission filter (not applicable to M DCT)
Change differential oil

Note: The optional M DCT Drivelogic transmission uses a long term rated oil, DCTF-1, which requires no replacement unless specified for a repair.
RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.