How many liters of engine oil should be added to a BMW X1?
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BMW X1 requires 4.5 liters of engine oil. The original equipment manufacturer (OEM) oil brand for BMW X1 is Shell. If you want to change the oil during later maintenance, you can choose brands such as Shell, Mobil, Castrol, or Total. The oil model recommended in the official BMW X1 manual is 5W-30. Any oil model that meets these specification parameters can be used. The viscosity of engine oil changes with temperature, so special attention is needed to its performance under both low and high temperatures. For example, in 5W-30, the first number indicates low-temperature fluidity. 5W means it can withstand temperatures as low as -30°C. The smaller this number, the better the low-temperature fluidity, resulting in smoother cold starts for the car. The latter number represents the kinematic viscosity of the oil at 100°C. A higher value means the oil can maintain its viscosity index better at high temperatures, which can also be understood as better lubrication performance under high-temperature conditions. The method for changing the engine oil in a BMW X1 is as follows: Wait for the engine temperature to drop, which also allows the oil to flow back into the oil pan. Use a wrench to loosen the oil drain plug and place an oil pan underneath to catch the old oil until it stops flowing. Start the engine and let it run for 30 seconds to allow the oil in the main oil passage to drain out. Use a specialized wrench to remove the oil filter. Apply some oil to the oil seal of the new oil filter and tighten it clockwise by hand. Add the new oil through the oil filler cap on the engine valve cover. Generally, pour about three-quarters of a bottle. Start the engine and let it run for 5 minutes. Check for any oil leaks around the oil drain plug and oil filter. If there are leaks, perform necessary repairs. After stopping the engine, pull out the oil dipstick and check that the engine oil level is within the standard range.
