2016–2022 BMW X1 Oil Change
Exact oil type, capacity, filter part numbers, drain plug size and torque for the 2016–2022 BMW X1 with the B48 2.0L Turbo engine, plus the tools you'll need and a step-by-step video.
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BMW 2.0L Turbo B48 — X1 F48 2016–2022
2016–2022 X1 · 2018–2022 X2
Some Experience Helpful
✅ The F48 X1 is a tight engine bay but the oil change is straightforward once you have the right cap socket. B48 procedure is the same across most current BMW 4-cyl models.
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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
B48 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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