Engine Oil

[kopend]

what engine oil do i put in a 2003 BMW 330 Ci

[douglas9401]

http://www.e46zone.com/forum/topic/37574-best-oil-for-a-e46-330ci/

[Islay]

Or go to Halfords and the oil section type in your car and it will give you the different oils you can use

[bhg481]

Interesting link - I'm intrigued that someone thinks you get higher oil pressure by putting more oil in. It takes all sorts.

[gingejbee]

...am also thinking that, if the recorded mileage is high, some of the oils mentioned may be a bit too thin.....

[vulcan42]

bhg481, that's the problem with this sort of website, people giving out not only incorrect info but potentially damaging as well.

[douglas9401]

Is 5W 30 wrong?

[douglas9401]

I only ask as it's one of two recommended by Castrol on their own website.
You may know better.

[vulcan42]

douglas, the grade of oil is OK, the problem is with the second answer from boylin who added this comment.
' 6.5 litres if driven gently, 7.5 litres if driven hard'
Putting an extra litre of oil into an engine could actually destroy it.

[douglas9401]

Yes, maybe, but that's nowt to do with the specific question asked.

[vulcan42]

It is if the person who asked the question also heeded the advice and put in too much.

[douglas9401]

I'm going to stop now.

[vulcan42]

That's probably for the best if you are going to post links with unsuitable advice.

[Mamyalynne]

So we all agree, as recommended - Castrol 5W-30 Edge is a good choice.

[Flonska]

You can check/verify which type/grade of oil to use via this link:-

http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/GuidedSalesChangeCar?langId=-1&;storeId=10001&catalogId=10151&categoryId=165581

[kopend]

i have ordered this one:
synthesis 4 sport 5w30
it is made by rock oil