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How many quarts of oil does a 2003 BMW X5 take?

How many quarts of oil does a 2003 BMW X5 take?

8.5 quarts
Capacity: 8.5 quarts (with filter)After refill check oil level.

How do you change the oil on a BMW X5?

When a BMW service technician performs the oil change or maintenance on the X5, he resets the oil service light as part of the process. If you change the oil on the X5 yourself, you can manually reset the light. Insert the key into the ignition.

How to change transmission fluid on BMW E53?

Other automatic transmissions used in E53 models are similar but some differences exist. Drive the vehicle for about three miles to warm the transmission fluid. Jack up all four corners of your vehicle.

How to check transmission fluid in BMW X5?

Check the fluid temperature using a BMW scan tool (30: 50 degrees C = 86: 122 degrees F). Place the transmission in Park. Remove the fill plug. A small amount of fluid should stream out of the fill hole. This indicates the level is correct. If it doesn’t stream out, fill fluid until it does.

What does the service light mean on a BMW X5?

The control panel display shows an “oil service” indicator when it has determined an oil change is needed. When a BMW service technician performs the oil change or maintenance on the X5, he resets the oil service light as part of the process.

How do you change the oil in a BMW?

Use a BMW oil filter wrench to remove the oil filter. Ideally, you want to use the BMW oil filter tool, but oil filter pliers will work as well. Replace o rings on the oil filter. The O rings on the oil filter housing should be changed every time you change the oil filter.

Where can I find a BMW X5 oil filter wrench?

If you can’t do this, see our parts page to find a BMW X5 oil filter wrench. If your X5 is too low to the ground to access your drain plug and oil filter, be sure to use jack stands and safe jacking procedures before getting under your X5. Most BMWs have the oil type printed on the oil cap – it will likely be 5W-20, 5W-30, 5W-40, 10W-30 or 10W-40.

How do I reset the oil service light on my BMW X5?

When a BMW service technician performs the oil change or maintenance on the X5, he resets the oil service light as part of the process. If you change the oil on the X5 yourself, you can manually reset the light. Insert the key into the ignition. Do not start the engine. Press and hold the odometer reset button.

What kind of oil does a BMW X5 use?

If your X5 is too low to the ground to access your drain plug and oil filter, be sure to use jack stands and safe jacking procedures before getting under your X5. Most BMWs have the oil type printed on the oil cap – it will likely be 5W-20, 5W-30, 5W-40, 10W-30 or 10W-40.

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