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1990 BMW 325iX Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters

Your essential guide to 1990 BMW 325iX oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 1990 BMW 325iX, 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 1990 BMW 325iX oil change!

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Engine & CodeOil CapacityOil Viscosity/TypeOil Filter
2.5L 6-cylinder M20 B25 54.5 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 11-42-1-707-779
BMW 11-42-9-063-138

Select Your 1990 BMW 325iX Engine Option

2.5L 6-cylinder Engine Code M20 B25 5

Engine:

2.5L 6-cylinder M20 B25 5 [aka 2.5L L6 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

Base

Oil Capacity:

4.5 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)

Oil Filter Replaces:

11-42-1-266-773, 11-42-9-061-198 and 11-42-1-718-816, 11-42-9-061-199, 11421267268, 11421718820

1990 BMW 325iX 2.5L 6-cylinder M20 B25 5 oil change details

Oil Grade:

SM

Oil Capacity:

4.5 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:

51088-EA

Wix Air Filter:

N/A

Coolant Capacity:

13.3 quarts

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

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

Notes:

N/A

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