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1996 BMW 328is Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters

Your essential guide to 1996 BMW 328is oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 1996 BMW 328is, 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 1996 BMW 328is oil change!

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Engine & CodeOil CapacityOil Viscosity/TypeOil Filter
2.8L 6-cylinder M52 B28 26.9 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 11-42-7-512-300

Select Your 1996 BMW 328is Engine Option

2.8L 6-cylinder Engine Code M52 B28 2

Engine:

2.8L 6-cylinder M52 B28 2 [aka 2.8L L6 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

Base

Oil Capacity:

6.9 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 11-42-7-512-300

Oil Filter Replaces:

11-42-1-427-908, 11-42-7-509-430

1996 BMW 328is 2.8L 6-cylinder M52 B28 2 oil change details

Oil Grade:

SM

Oil Capacity:

6.9 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:

11.1 quarts

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

M22x1.5 - 45 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug).
M18x1.5 - 26 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug).
M12x1.5 - 19 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

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