BMW 5-Series
1996 - 2003
Oil change
Time
20 minutes
Difficulty
Find your vehicle
The sump plug is located on the base of the engine. It is accessed underneath the car
You will need to remove the sump cover
Undo the retaining fixing
Here is the sump plug
Do not forget to have a suitably sized receiving tray in place
With an oil catchment tray in position, use a 17mm spanner or socket to carefully remove the sump plug and fully drain the oil.
When the sump has emptied, wipe clean the sump plug area with a paper towel and refit the sump plug and washer
Replace (new) sump plug and washer. Do not over tighten
