How to change engine oil and oil filter BMW 5 E39 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

[@marioperez-kb2wl]

Its so much easier when you have a lift and the right tools.

[@mrandmrsp3925]

Note for the video editor: AutoDoc do very good videos and it seems a shame to omit something as critical as ensuring a new copper crush washer is fitted to the drain plug before it is screwed back onto the sump!

[@autodocuk]

Thank you for your feedback! You are absolutely right - some moments were omitted. We will surely add this information for our viewers, when making our new videos. Best wishes, Autodoc.

[@technik333]

Thanks. Are you able to do a video on how to replace the lower oil pan sump gasket for E39 540i?

[@autodocuk]

Thank you for your feedback! Unfortunately, we can`t tell you for certain if such a video will come out soon. We recommend you subscribe to our channel in order to be in touch. Kind regards, Autodoc!

[@popokakatepetl]

крутые видосы!только на видео не показано,что надо медное колечко заменить,когда маслосливную пробку откручиваешь

[@autodocuk]

Thank you for the feedback! We are glad that our tutorial was helpful for you. Your opinion and remarks are very important for us. We will take them into consideration for our next tutorial. Best regards, Autodoc.

[@rocketleague7241]

Hi Guys, I noticed when you turned the ignition on the check engine light didn't illuminate. My E39 doesnt do this either, is this a common fault or did the E39 come from the factory like this? I don't expect you to have all the answers but it's worth a shot. Thanks Guys Great vids, keep it up 😁

[@autodocuk]

Thank you for your feedback! In whole, when starting an engine, all indications as signals of operability of indicators and sensors. After starting they should turn off and turn on only in case of technical malfunctioning. Best regards, Autodoc.

[@bambukush41]

autodoc.co.uk hey great video ? My 530i needs a oil change soon? Should I do it myself or have the dealership do it. I’m pretty good myself

[@fabyo9291]

Multa sanatate multumesc 😎💪

[@autodocuk]

Vă mulțumim pentru că urmăriți canalul nostru de KZbin!

[@adnanveladzic3617]

Which oil you put in engine 5w40 or 5w30 for 525i model

[@autodocuk]

The oil is 5w40

[@erikvinthagen9905]

Yeah just press the button and wheel in the oil tray is it?

[@NorbertCristian28]

Hi. What engine is that? I have 523i and i dont know how much liters will be ok to fill

[@autodocuk]

Thank you for the feedback! Please, contact, our Support Team, and our managers will help you. Best regards, Autodoc.

[@NorbertCristian28]

ive contacted, and everytime im transfered to another Support, then nobody say something, i will make a claim.

[@FlexinJump]

6,5 liters in e39 520,523,525,528,530

[@NorbertCristian28]

@@FlexinJump thanks! But already changed 😁

[@Mar-os5nf]

You just save me some money. Ty.

[@autodocuk]

Thank you for your feedback! We are glad to know this tutorial was useful to you. Stay tuned with us! Best regards, Autodoc team!

[@updlgq5885]

Best video I've seen on the subject. Simple, straight and concise. Thumbs up and Thanks!

[@autodocuk]

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[@mindlesssurfer7748]

I have a problem with unscrewing the little cunt which is oils upper screw... Its made of plastic, so I bet the last owner broke it. Now im having difficulties thinking of a way to unscrew it without breaking it more. Any ideas ?

[@autodocuk]

Thank you for contacting us, and for your comment! Unfortunately, we can not help you with advice in this case as according to the description of the problem is not clear. Please contact the service of your car. Best Regards, Autodoc team

[@jlrmiller-wl7bi]

all good except theres another gasket on the lid you forgot, and it tales 7 quarts??

[@overlyambitious99]

yeahhh buddy it does. I have a 1999 528i and everyone that looks under the hood and sees that it needs 7 quarts look like they are ready to pass out XD

[@GuitarJawn]

Replace that little O-Ring that he removes from the Oil Filter every oil change!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@autodocuk]

Thanks for the clarification, we will take that into account in the next videos. AUTODOC

[@musicwalla]

If only we had a lift, as diy’ people we have to jack up the vehicle and crawl under. 😕

[@diegomorales5258]

Buy yourself some wheel ramps

[@Cappah]

Never get under a car with at least axle stands or ramps as security. Fuck trusting a jack with my life.

[@dantealex7731]

A jack!?! Hell I just slide under there. No jack needed lol

[@marioperez-kb2wl]

How do you reset the info on the dashboard?

[@autodocuk]

Thank you for your comment! Unfortunately, it is not possible to answer your question, you can find this information in the technical documentation for the repair of your car. Best Regards, Autodoc team.

[@serisea2846]

@@autodocuk C'mon AutoDoc, you can do better than that. A simple Google search would easily reveal various KZbin links and other websites which clearly demonstrate how to perform this function. Usually if you search by year, make, model and engine type, you'll find the answer. Here is one link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gp-rcqapZ7Ospbc This type of function could be considered an operator's responsibility. Granted, the owner's manual doesn't specifically tell you how to do this. And most likely AutoDoc is under legal constraint and can not endorse a certain website to do this simple function. But to say it's "impossible to answer your question" is straight nonsense. Don't make a vehicle owner go to a dealership or auto shop and pay too much money for something that takes about 1 min to accomplish. BTW, I liked the video, very easy to understand and I am a fan of AutoDoc. But don't steer a car owner in the wrong direction...check your alignment and give us straight, honest answers. Cheers!

[@jamesfitzgerald480]

What weight oil 5w-30?

[@MansurRami]

yes

[@tarekhattani4980]

Thank you

[@autodocuk]

Thank you for the feedback! We hope that our tutorial was helpful for you. Stay tuned and follow our latest updates. Best regards, Autodoc.

[@pomsung500]

Only 6 liter of engine oil right ?

[@autodocuk]

Thank you for your feedback! In this case, was used exactly that amount of oil. Best regards, Autodoc.

[@FlexinJump]

@autodoc.co.uk seriously?!?! ALL e39s uses 6,5 litres of oil!!! 6 liters is not enough.

[@85kabu]

Engine oil and filter change quarts (liters) 6.9 (6.5) - BMW 525i, 530i 7.9 (7.5) - BMW 540i

[@jlrmiller-wl7bi]

@@FlexinJump maybe some was left in bottom of motor?

[@dusandub]

How many nM on the oil-socket ? Or it doesnt matter ? Thanks

[@erniearambula3525]

Only 6 quarts of oil ? Isn't no less than 6 1/2 and just below 7 ??

[@autodocuk]

All of our videos are for informational purposes only. The replacement procedure may differ, you can find all the information on replacement directly in the technical documentation for your car or use the help at a service station. AUTODOC

[@ogblackmessiah]

This bmw have a 6.5-7 liters of oil… why mechanic have only 6?

[@autodocuk]

This video contains only tips and recommendations that may be useful when repairing a car or replacing parts; the number of cans on the table may not always correspond to the number that was poured into the engine.

[@kingsconsultingcarrepair2884]

you put the filter in first and didnt add oil with filter????

[@autodocuk]

Thank you for the feedback! This video is considered to be an informative one, and it shows the sequence of repairs, so some stages of the repairs might have been excluded. Best regards, Autodoc.

[@pauli1968]

Hi Karl, I'm going to try this. What do I need to do with the filter? Do I smear the new rubber washer with oil? Kind regards, Paul.

[@joseguzman-nu9gm]

What do you mean?

[@916SIkhness]

@@pauli1968 yes, exactly just a tab of the fresh oil around the gasket will do.

[@scaniawahl]

Dont know if you quit watching the video thinking he didnt replace the oil. Yes he did😊 The filter is upside down compared with other filters. Adding oil wont help much. It would only flush down to the sump. ( if my car i would if its flushing down used oil😊. But one of the channels from there would circulate as unfiltered. Either way it getting filtered after engine start-up. I use to add some new oil after drained to flush out the rest of the old oil in the sump. I oilflushed a volvo v70 once.(which used a lot of oil). And i filled up with new oil enough so at least the pick up reached. And let the engine idle for a while. And then drained it again. And then i plugged the pan. Filled a bit enough to flood the bottom of the pan. And replaced the filtre. Drained the oil(2-3dl) and then filled it up to max. It went down on oul consumption. After a vacation drive back and forth 17 hours each way plus tours on vacation site. When coming home the oil was still transparent and chamoagne coloured. And havent sunk even a quarter to low on the dipstick. So that was a very succesful oilflush. But i learned to never do it a 2nd time. It smoked blue and started to use oil again and oil turned black the first day. So the first flush was enough. On the first one when draining oil it came out a lit of "sand" and grey gel like guuiyee. So thats why i flushed it with new clean oil 2 times between the chemical flush and filling the oil which was meant to stay. And now i am wondering if i dare to flush again(Bmw this time). After i read much more about flushing. I dont recommend chem flush. But if so lucky as the first time i did its recomendable. But i guess it is a gamble. If pieces of dirty oil loosen and ruin engine in aftertime. But it was cool to see that it took 11-13 months before the engine turned black again😊

[@veetimatinlauri3089]

Why only 1 liters of oil

[@autodocuk]

In this video lesson, the master has 6 cans of 1 liter of engine oil. AUTODOC

[@magg93]

Eazy

[@꿈이룬자연인]

False