Fluid · Engine Oil
Engine Oil
for 1988 BMW M5 3.5L I6 · RWD
Fluid Type
15W-40 or 20W-50 conventional
Spec: API SF or SG
Capacity
6.3qt
5.96 L
Drain & Refill
6.3 qt
5.96 L
Change Interval
5,000 mi
8,045 km
Data quality
Book-style estimate
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Notes
S38B36 engine, can use modern 5W-40 or 10W-40 synthetic
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