2012–2016 BMW 528i Oil Change
Exact oil type, capacity, filter part numbers, drain plug size and torque for the 2012–2016 BMW 528i with the N20 2.0L Turbo engine, plus the tools you'll need and a step-by-step video.
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BMW 2.0L Turbo N20 — 528i / 428i / 320i 2012–2016
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✅ The N20 was BMW's workhorse 4-cylinder from 2012-2016 across many models. Cartridge filter on top — 36mm cap socket is essential. LL-01 rated full synthetic only.
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Oil Type
5W-30 Full Synthetic LL-01
Capacity
5.3 quarts (with filter)
Oil Filter
BMW #11428576018 | Mann HU718/5x
Engine Code
N20 2.0L Turbo
Tools You'll Need
- 36mm oil filter housing cap socket (BMW-specific — essential)
- 17mm drain plug socket or wrench
- Oil filter wrench (cap socket type)
- Oil drain pan — minimum 2 gallon capacity
- Torque wrench
- New crush washer (BMW #07119963151)
- Funnel
- Rags or shop towels
Instructional Video
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| Drain plug size | 17mm | Torque: 18 ft-lbs |
| Crush washer | BMW #07119963151 |
| Filter type | Cartridge — 36mm cap socket required |
| Filter location | Top of engine |
| Oil change interval | 5,000–10,000 miles (full synthetic) or per OEM monitor |
| Oil life reset | iDrive → Vehicle Info → Service Required → Reset |
🛢️ Oil Pal tip: At 5.3 quarts Oil Pal handles this drain comfortably.
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