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Front Differential

2000-2003 BMW X5 3.0i E53 3.0L I6 M54

BMW Differential Fluid SAF-XO

BMW 83 22 2 295 532 / 75W-90

Total Capacity

1.5 qt / 1.42 L

Drain & Refill

1.5 qt / 1.42 L

Change Interval

60,000 mi / 96,000 km

This specification is estimated based on manufacturer patterns. Help us verify it!

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Front Differential on Other Vehicles

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2018-2024 2.0L Turbo I4

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2019-2024 3.0L Twin-Turbo I6

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Common Questions

What type of front differential does a 2000-2003 BMW X5 3.0i E53 use?

The 2000-2003 BMW X5 3.0i E53 3.0L I6 M54 uses BMW Differential Fluid SAF-XO (BMW 83 22 2 295 532 / 75W-90) for the front differential.

What is the front differential capacity for a 2000-2003 BMW X5 3.0i E53?

The front differential capacity for the 2000-2003 BMW X5 3.0i E53 3.0L I6 M54 is 1.5 quarts (1.42 liters). Drain and refill capacity is 1.5 quarts (1.42 liters).

How often should you change the front differential in a 2000-2003 BMW X5 3.0i E53?

The recommended front differential change interval for the 2000-2003 BMW X5 3.0i E53 is every 60,000 miles (96,000 km).

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