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1988 BMW 635CSi Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters

Your essential guide to 1988 BMW 635CSi oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 1988 BMW 635CSi, including oil capacity, recommended oil viscosity (type), and the correct oil filter.

We cover all engine options, categorized by their specific engine codes, ensuring you get the right information for your specific configuration. Keep reading to discover everything you need for your next 1988 BMW 635CSi oil change!

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Engine & CodeOil CapacityOil Viscosity/TypeOil Filter
3.5L 6-cylinder M30 B35 46.1 quarts (with filter)SAE 10W-30 (-20 To 10°C)
SAE 10W-40 (-20 To 20°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -15°C)
SAE 5W-20 (Below 0°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 10°C)
BMW 11-42-9-063-138
BMW 11-42-1-266-372

Select Your 1988 BMW 635CSi Engine Option

3.5L 6-cylinder Engine Code M30 B35 4

Engine:

3.5L 6-cylinder M30 B35 4 [aka 3.5L L6 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

Base

Oil Capacity:

6.1 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 10W-30 (-20 To 10°C)
SAE 10W-40 (-20 To 20°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -15°C)
SAE 5W-20 (Below 0°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 10°C)

OEM Oil Filter:

BMW 11-42-9-063-138 and BMW 11-42-1-266-372

Oil Filter Replaces:

11-42-1-718-816, 11-42-9-061-199, 11421267268, 11421718820

1988 BMW 635CSi 3.5L 6-cylinder M30 B35 4 oil change details

Oil Grade:

SM

Oil Capacity:

6.1 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 10W-30 (-20 To 10°C)
SAE 10W-40 (-20 To 20°C)
SAE 15W-40 (Above -15°C)
SAE 5W-20 (Below 0°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 10°C)

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Air Filter:

N/A

Coolant Capacity:

13.3 quarts

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

17 MM PBH - 22-26 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug).
19 MM PBH - 43-46 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

BMW 635CSi – Engine Oil details by Year