2008 BMW Z4 Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters

Your essential guide to 2008 BMW Z4 oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 2008 BMW Z4, 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 2008 BMW Z4 oil change!

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Engine & Code	Oil Capacity	Oil Viscosity/Type	Oil Filter
3.0L 6-cylinder S54 B32 M	6.9 quarts (with filter)	SAE 0W-30 (All TEMPS)	BMW 11-42-7-833-769
3.2L 6-cylinder N52 B30 E	5.8 quarts (with filter)	SAE 10W-60 (All TEMPS)	BMW 11-42-7-953-129

Select Your 2008 BMW Z4 Engine Option

3.0L 6-cylinder Engine Code S54 B32 M

Engine:

3.0L 6-cylinder S54 B32 M [aka 3.0L L6 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

M COUPE, M Roadster

Oil Capacity:

6.9 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 0W-30 (All TEMPS)

OEM Oil Filter:

BMW 11-42-7-833-769

Oil Filter Replaces:

N/A

2008 BMW Z4 3.0L 6-cylinder S54 B32 M oil change details

Oil Grade:

SEO75

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 0W-30 (All TEMPS)

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Air Filter:

N/A

Coolant Capacity:

8 quarts - For models with a Manual Transmission (MT).
8.9 quarts - For models with an Automatic Transmission (AT).

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

3.2L 6-cylinder Engine Code N52 B30 E

Engine:

3.2L 6-cylinder N52 B30 E [aka 3.2L L6 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

COUPE 3.0si, Roadster 3.0i, Roadster 3.0si

Oil Capacity:

5.8 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 10W-60 (All TEMPS)

OEM Oil Filter:

BMW 11-42-7-953-129

Oil Filter Replaces:

11-42-7-541-827, 11-42-7-566-327, 11-42-8-683-196

2008 BMW Z4 3.2L 6-cylinder N52 B30 E oil change details

Oil Grade:

SEO63

Oil Capacity:

5.8 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the filter. To check the oil level, the engine must be at full operating temperature. Let the engine idle for at least 15 seconds, then turn it off. Wait at least 1 minute for the oil to drain into the sump before checking the level with the dipstick.