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Originally Posted by dscabra
Yes -- I think I'll start going with 0W30 going forward based on an update from BMW on the recommendation.
I did also incur an additional one-time cost for the 86mm - 16 flute filter end cap wrench of $10.39 at my local auto parts store.
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I'm reading a lot of threads on bobistheiolguy.com about the difference between the BMW 0w-30 LL-01 FE, and the various BMW and aftermarket LL-01 oils (5w-30 and 5w-40) and the LL-01 spec oils have a higher HTHS and more robust additive package. Basically the LL-01 FE oils were weakened from LL-01 to meet fuel economy standards. BMW also updated the LL-01 spec a couple years ago, and now no 0w-xx oil meets LL-01. So all the previous LL-01 oils that were 0w-30 and 0w-40 like Mobil 1 Euro and Castrol Edge all lost LL-01 approvals. The more knowledgeable users there are advising stick with LL-01. As soon as I am out of warranty I will be using an LL-01 oil, either Pennzoil Euro or Quaker State Euro (they are basically the same) 5w-30 or 5w-40.