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1990 BMW 325I
2.5L I6 M20•RWD•AUTOMATIC•gas
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Fluid · Engine Oil

Engine Oil

for 1990 BMW 325i 2.5L I6 M20 · RWD
Fluid Type
5W-30 or 10W-40 synthetic or conventional
Spec: API SG/SH or BMW LL-98
Capacity
5.3qt
5.01 L
Drain & Refill
5.3 qt
5.01 L
Change Interval
5,000 mi
8,045 km

Notes

M20B25 engine. Capacity with filter. Modern oils meeting higher specs are acceptable.

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