[cclcal]

Originally Posted by Boosted_8

I'm going to drop my oil this weekend. I think I have everything I need but would appreciate a check list validation.

* OEM Mahle oil filter cartridge (comes with a rubber ring and a washer)
* 8L of Castrol Edge M 5w-30
* Oil cap removal tool
* Ramps

Do I need a new sump plug / washer? e.g are they use once crush fit washers or can I re torque?

OEM Mahle filter 22$
10 quarts pennzoil euro L 5w30 49$
Oil cap removal tool 86mm 16 flute 11$
Oil pan drain plug and crush washer 4$

no need for any other washers

enjoy!

i do not have the luxury of a lift so i used ramps, a little tight but doable.

[Mach550]

I wish the car had a dipstick. I haven't gotten under a car in years for an oil change after buying a fluid extractor. Stick the hose in the dipstick tube and 5-10 minutes later you have all your used oil ready to be dumped at the local auto parts shop.

[dscabra]

Originally Posted by Mach550

I wish the car had a dipstick. I haven't gotten under a car in years for an oil change after buying a fluid extractor. Stick the hose in the dipstick tube and 5-10 minutes later you have all your used oil ready to be dumped at the local auto parts shop.

I've done top-side oil changes and have the extractor, too. For the M550i, you have to change the filter from below, so I just drain the oil via the drain plug.

[Boosted_8]

Just finished up. It took about 8.25L to max on the idrive. 45 minute job. Many pennies saved

[Joe-BMW33]

Originally Posted by Boosted_8

Just finished up. It took about 8.25L to max on the idrive. 45 minute job. Many pennies saved

So what did it cost you?

[admranger]

Originally Posted by Joe-BMW33

So what did it cost you?

I count up about $86 not including tools. Not having someone strip your oil pan bolt: Priceless.

Caveat: I have a ton of tools from when I raced. Did all my own work including pulling motors, etc. If it's not fun or provides you with a sense of satisfaction, don't do it.

Having a quality set of jack stands and a good floor jack go a long way to getting a ton of stuff done on the car. I prefer the Esco 3-ton jack stands. I do use a harbor freight (hazard fraught) all steel jack at home (oversized by at least a ton), so you can get a somewhat cheaper jack.

[cclcal]

cost me 86$ too, including the oil filter removal tool. I do it for the satisfaction, also a teaching moment for the kids.
How much is an oil change at dealer or indy shop? im guessing over 200$?

[Joe-BMW33]

Originally Posted by cclcal

cost me 86$ too, including the oil filter removal tool. I do it for the satisfaction, also a teaching moment for the kids.
How much is an oil change at dealer or indy shop? im guessing over 200$?

It's actually under $200, so about $100 more than DIY.

[Joe-BMW33]

Originally Posted by admranger

I count up about $86 not including tools. Not having someone strip your oil pan bolt: Priceless.

Caveat: I have a ton of tools from when I raced. Did all my own work including pulling motors, etc. If it's not fun or provides you with a sense of satisfaction, don't do it.

Having a quality set of jack stands and a good floor jack go a long way to getting a ton of stuff done on the car. I prefer the Esco 3-ton jack stands. I do use a harbor freight (hazard fraught) all steel jack at home (oversized by at least a ton), so you can get a somewhat cheaper jack.

Thanks. I totally understand the sense of reward with any DIY project that has gone well and has been completed successfully. Unfortunately, my skills and patience isn't it what it used to be. Nor do I have the tools anymore. I'm telling you, I find a way to drop and lose bolts.

I have a trusted performance shop that only works on BMWs. They've done all my upgrades and all my service. Pretty much any non warranty work. Their prices are the same as the dealer, but I just them more than myself.

[Brucelinc]

I would rather have an internal organ removed than take my car to a dealer. I might take advantage of the 3 years free oil changes but I really prefer doing my own maintenance.

[ezaircon4jc]

Originally Posted by Joe-BMW33

It's actually under $200, so about $100 more than DIY.

My dealer does the oil change for $99. For the $13 they can deal with the mess and used oil. They are running a 3 (scheduled) changes special for $199.

[dscabra]

Originally Posted by ezaircon4jc

My dealer does the oil change for $99. For the $13 they can deal with the mess and used oil. They are running a 3 (scheduled) changes special for $199.

My dealer wants $179.95 for an oil change on my M550i, and they expect you to make an appointment in advance. Once there, it takes 2-3 hours if you're waiting. At 1/3rd the cost and time, I'll keep doing my own.

[ezaircon4jc]

Originally Posted by dscabra

My dealer wants $179.95 for an oil change on my M550i, and they expect you to make an appointment in advance. Once there, it takes 2-3 hours if you're waiting. At 1/3rd the cost and time, I'll keep doing my own.

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Is an M550 considered an "M" car? I would think that would be for the true "M" cars; the M5, M3, M4 and various X-"M" vehicles.

[dscabra]

Originally Posted by ezaircon4jc

Is an M550 considered an "M" car? I would think that would be for the true "M" cars; the M5, M3, M4 and various X-"M" vehicles.

I was quoted the $179.95 price for an oil change. That's what drove me to do my own. They also want $170 to replace the air filters.

[Boosted_8]

I spent £90 all in as I needed the oil cap tool. I also used premium oil. Engine is a fair bit quieter now which was a nice bonus.

[Joe-BMW33]

$179 or $99. Potatoes pOtAToes. Two or three times a year, the difference is peanuts. But I get the sense of personal accomplishment from DIY. For me, drive in, get a loaner, pick up at the end of the day and my back isn't dirty from lying on the ground and my knuckles are bleeding.

[admranger]

Originally Posted by Boosted_8

I spent £90 all in as I needed the oil cap tool. I also used premium oil. Engine is a fair bit quieter now which was a nice bonus.

Curious as to which premium oil you used.

[Brucelinc]

My dealer's service department told me the oil capacity for my '22 M550 was 11.1 quarts. Can that be correct?

[Joe-BMW33]

Originally Posted by Brucelinc

My dealer's service department told me the oil capacity for my '22 M550 was 11.1 quarts. Can that be correct?

9 quarts or 8.5 liters is what I see as spec.

[2022M550i]

I plan to own my car for a long time and have an extended warrantee (I am so through working on cars). I will be doing all maintenance on this particular car through the dealership For documentation purposes. I dont want to give anyone an opportunity to try to void my warranty because there isnt a record of oil changes…or i used the wrong oil…or filter.

No dodge dealer will work on my Viper, So I have to keep all the receipts of the exact oil I bought, oil filters and I also send a sample out to Blackstone labs for analysis… Solid documentation of engine state. FCA have been real dicks about covering engine failures on the vipers. The manual states that you have to change the oil every 3000 miles or six months. If you don't follow those guidelines, and have an engine failure, you are toast. There are times that I don't even put 50 miles on it over the winter time, but still have to piss away perfectly good oil (11 qts) to maintain warranty coverage. I'm not saying that I never pulled the filter off, pulled out enough oil for a sample and sent to blackstone labs for Documentation.

The moral of the story is be very careful if you're keeping your car for the duration. The bean counters and lawyers are looking at all kinds of ways to avoid paying warranty expenses

[Joe-BMW33]

Originally Posted by 2022M550i

I plan to own my car for a long time and have an extended warrantee (I am so through working on cars). I will be doing all maintenance on this particular car through the dealership For documentation purposes. I dont want to give anyone an opportunity to try to void my warranty because there isnt a record of oil changes…or i used the wrong oil…or filter.

No dodge dealer will work on my Viper, So I have to keep all the receipts of the exact oil I bought, oil filters and I also send a sample out to Blackstone labs for analysis… Solid documentation of engine state. FCA have been real dicks about covering engine failures on the vipers. The manual states that you have to change the oil every 3000 miles or six months. If you don't follow those guidelines, and have an engine failure, you are toast. There are times that I don't even put 50 miles on it over the winter time, but still have to piss away perfectly good oil (11 qts) to maintain warranty coverage. I'm not saying that I never pulled the filter off, pulled out enough oil for a sample and sent to blackstone labs for Documentation.

The moral of the story is be very careful if you're keeping your car for the duration. The bean counters and lawyers are looking at all kinds of ways to avoid paying warranty expenses

All very good points. You may have caught the "knocking" thread here where the guys engine is toast. BMW puts a lot of weight on loyalty when trying to goodwill an offset to a new engine.

[HerkHealer]

Originally Posted by 2022M550i

No dodge dealer will work on my Viper, So I have to keep all the receipts of the exact oil I bought, oil filters and I also send a sample out to Blackstone labs for analysis

Super curious about this. Is it because you bought the car used from Private Party ?