Engine Oil

for 1997 BMW 525iT E39 2.5L I6 M54 Touring · RWD

Fluid Type

5W-30 synthetic

Spec: API SJ/CF or BMW LL-98

Capacity

6.9qt

6.53 L

Drain & Refill

6.9 qt

6.53 L

Change Interval

5,000 mi

8,045 km

Notes

M54 engine with oil filter change. Early E39 used M52TU; M54 typically started 2000MY in most markets. 1997-1999 likely M52TU 2.5L (6.9 qt capacity same). Use BMW LL-01 or LL-98 spec oil.

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Other fluid systems on this vehicle

Automatic Transmission

8.6 qt

Washer Fluid

5.3 qt

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