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Old Jul 21, 2010 | 08:55 PM
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hi guys, my name is Sachal from San Francisco. I recently, like 2 days ago bought a 2006 530i.


The previous owner has not gotten an oil change in few months as he hardly drove the car. I need u guys' help. Can i only get the engine oil from the dealer or can i use any other motor oil.


sorry if this question has been asked to many times, i tried searching but couldnt find the right answer.
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Old Jul 21, 2010 | 10:14 PM
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See this for BMW approved oil:-

http://www.bmwusa.com/Standard/Conte...ngineOils.aspx

Four brands are listed that meet the BMW LL-01 specification.
In other parts of the world,the later BMW LL-04 specification oil is required.
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Old Jul 22, 2010 | 06:44 PM
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hi thank you so much.

so just to reassure, i can use Valvoline synpower and would not have any issues?
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Old Jul 22, 2010 | 07:51 PM
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Originally Posted by sachal007
hi thank you so much.

so just to reassure, i can use Valvoline synpower and would not have any issues?
Yes just double-check the back of the bottle to make sure it lists the BMW LL-01 spec.
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Old Jul 23, 2010 | 07:40 PM
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Originally Posted by ARH_0700XX
Yes just double-check the back of the bottle to make sure it lists the BMW LL-01 spec.
thank you!!
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