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      08-19-2020, 08:57 AM   #2
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Originally Posted by Ikester19 View Post
I've just hit 8000km and decided it's time for an oil change (in between Bmw service intervals). So doing some research I need a 0w-30 oil Ll01-FE approved. I called both Shell and Castrol customer care numbers and both told me they don't carry an off the shelf BMW approved engine oil for the M340i. I can however buy it from my local Bmw dealer at a whopping $38/litre which is just daylight robbery. Reading through this topic on forums it seems ppl advise against using a non BMW approved oil for warranty purposes.

Keen to get some feedback on this, is there an oil I can buy off the shelf that is Bmw approved or should I just get the oil service done by the dealer and pay the exorbitant price?

If you are planning to purchase a off-brand oil.
Take notice of the label on the back of the oil bottle.

You are looking for a 0W-30 LL-01 FE approval rating.
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