Just picked up a 2005 330i ZHP with 102k miles. Binging these videos in hopes of keeping the ride clean and maintained. So helpful for a newbie mechanic like myself.

Best E46 maintenance video's on youtube. Been watching a few just as entertainment. :P

Thanks alot man i thought changing oil on bmw’s was hard, but turns out it’s a piece of cake. I’ll save myself some good money. 👍🏼

Minor quibble - the filter is usually installed into the cap (until it clicks), and then screwed into the housing as a complete unit. Probably won't make a difference, but "cap first" is considered best practice.

Great video. One item/feedback. Use 36mm socket. Easy to use and if you are going to change oil often, it will pay for itself. Using the adjustable wrench can easily damage the Cap, will cost a lot more to replace that compared to buying a 36mm socket. For me it worked out well as I have a Range Rover with M62 BMW motor and same 36mm socket works on that too.

I would recommend buying the 36mm socket for the oil filter housing cap because it is made out of plastic and the edges wear down easily with a wrench. Top notch videos mate. You're like the Khan Academy of E46 ownership.

Jason. Thank you for teaching us how to re-set the service miles. I did not know how to do that. I changed the oil yesterday and I just let the service miles go, cause I did not know how to re-set it. Thank you. I have learned lots, all because you are a great citizen. When you decided to help BMW owners to save money by DIY means. I wish I new how to send you a few bucks for all you do for me. I have ask you how to get in touch with you. But nothing I received. God Blessed you Jason. Tonio Castro.

My man ur like an E46 angel thank u for the videos and the checklists ur amazing

Thanks man I am a new bmw owner and this video helps me out 😃

Just changed my oil myself, Pennzoil Platinum 5w30, it took all 7 qts, I was taking to BMW dealership that had 70 dollar oil changes, but moved and all the ones out here want 150 plus, but the last oil change I got was at the dealer and there was no drain plug gasket🤦‍♂️ wasn't leaking so there ya go, 16,700 miles and it's brown, not black😎 Have the tie rods coming in, and probably gonna have to replace a rear cv axle. But I think putting new shocks all around just encouraged whatever parts were getting weak to just go out. Still drives like a champ, only slight vibrations, and you've been helping me through most if not all these issues👍

A little tip is that on that car you're supposed to check the oil when the engine is hot. Keep up the great work man.

Dude you are helping me man. I just got an e46 sadan and you have been a great help for DIY, many thanks.

Hey bud thanks I know you put these videos out 7 years ago but I just bought my son his first car Its a bmw 2005 325i but it had allot of leaks and I’ve watched allot of your videos to get information, replace parts and fix these things so just want to say I appreciate your videos man thanks.

I'm a FAA licensed aircraft mechanic. You can work on my plane anytime. Great video. I learned a lot!

great video. however i have one issue with your procedure. i actually cracked my filter housing cap by trying to remove it with an adjustable wrench as you have done. luckily i had another one in my shed. but i had to go to my local mechanic and borrow a 36 mm socket in order to get it off at all. i would recommend to anyone doing this to always use a socket to remove the filter housing cap.

Mate your videos are brilliant. I'm watching from the UK and you've literally saved me so much money and I've learned so much about my E46 from you. Thank you and resect 👍

Thank you sir! Just did my first oil change, you are a dealership killer lol

Thanks for the maintenance video.I am learning a lot about BMW's. Just picked up a 2004 325xi.Beautiful machine !!!

I just bought 02 330ci this is the first bmw I've owned and I'm used to the oil filter being under the car your video really helped me out

THANK YOU SOO MUCH FOR YOUR VIDEOS PLEASE DONT STOP MAKING VIDEOS LIKE THIS ONE. SOO HELPFUL SO DETAILED AND WELL EXPLAINED YOU ARE AMAZING THANK YOU SOO MUCH 👍🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

I just bought a 2003 325i wagon, and was wondering about maintenance. You answered my questions perfectly. Thank you.

I’ll be a 2003 bmw 325i tomorrow and I’ll make sure everything’s good before I start using it and this video helped a lot! Thank you sir!

Thanks again for this and all other E46 videos. Just completed my 1st ever oil change at the age of 54!!

excellent video for starters, can you do the video on what tools/ brand should we use for beginners? thank

In video you said u would give sizes to o rings that need to seal for oil filter to work properly. Thank u bro bro u r Apprieciated.

Excellent video!!! Just bought a 2005 325Ci and video is very helpful...

Still looks good under the hood. Your a true car guy and thourough. 5 STAR!!!

my man you helped me so much i was just watching to learn how to change my oil filter but now i finally know what size bolt for the cv axle

This is just what i have been looking for as my daughrter has just brought a 325, and its me that will have to service it etc. Thanks, i will be checking out your other videos.

I just bought a e46 and wanted to know more about it and I did thanks for all your videos very helpful

I am amazingly gratefull with you for the information and the dedicación you put in this video, thanks!!!

i think I've watched every video you've done, you have given me so much knowledge on my new purchase. just wanted to say THANKS +50sKid! and if I have any issues or questions you will be my first go to guy.

Yeah bro forreal without you I would’ve been lost. Thanks so much for these

I just went 6.5 months and 21k miles between oil change on my 04 325i, I gave it 2 qts during that time, half a quart at a time, when the oil lamp comes at ignition off, indicating half quart low, it still looked good😆

My personal preference for 'tire wear' estimation is when the belts spark in the dark off the line it's time to think about new ones. :D SERIOUSLY: Thanks for reminding me of all the things I should be paying close attention to 50sKid. Well done vid.

Greta video in my faves. I'm looking into buying one that I been eye balling from a good neighbor. A 2002 330i with Sport Package 42000 miles. hardly gets used so this will really help as I want to do my own inspection.

Is a E36 (1998 BMW Z3) similar for doing the oil change 50sKid Great video too, thanks for sharing this!

Great Video! Thanks for the attention to details. I will be doing my first oil change today!

Thank you very much for sharing this! Great video

Man your info is golden, thanks!

He's so patient and seemingly good natured that to see him pissed is kinda scary lol

Wow! your engine is in great shape! gj, thanks for the vids

Great video . Just bought a 330i .

thanks for the crescent wrench idea

Was wondering about the right size socket for the oil filter housing. You saved me $10. I have the adjustable wrench already. 🙏🏼

Omg!! Thank u so much!! Very helpful & u also made it seem easy & fast👏👏✌

Thanks man very very very very helpful information really appreciate your effort and time thanks 🙏

Hey man thanks a lot for the videos. Nice explaining. The vacuum leak inspection video real useful though.

thank you this is a very thorough and informative video

Love your video, Bought my dad's e46 vehicle, now I have to recheck fluids and do a oil change.

looks like you need more air in your tyres. I would say 45psi to get the middle gripping. love the channel my 2.8 1998 e46 is running like a dream from this channel. cheers. Nice.

Man. SO helpful. I would buy you a pint if you were in England.

wow this is very helpful. My 2004 321i only has 45 k miles and I know it's not worth selling. Thinking about purchasing a used bmw 325i wagon or 2005 m3.

Thanks again for great video. I dont know which way is correctly but usually i take that oilfilter cap to table, clean it, replace that big o-ring and then i put filter directly in that cap. Then i install cap+filter to its housing and tight it to 25nm. This is actually first time i see that someone install that filter element directly to oil filter housing. As i said, i dont know which is correct way, i think both will do just fine.. :)

I love this guy!

wheel chocks... and use a stick to jam the brake pedal down if you want to be extra safe

Good looks man much needed

I love BMW I have the same model sports Beautiful sound

Bro you’re the best

This is very very good

6.5 liters is what you need to put in the car (01 330ci)

I thought those o rings came in my oil filter kit but was super annoyed when I took them off hardened and snapping then realised I only had drain plug washers and a exterior o ring

Good video helps ke alot just got my fisrt BMW

thanks you for video

Nice good lesson never Throw away a old tire could be useful you teach me something new

Try the dws Continentals. Fair price and they ride nice. 40,000 mile tire. I live in MN. Year round tire.

Excellent information, I appreciate a lot.

He mentioned that leaving the oil cap off will cause a vacuum leak. Does that mean my P0174 (running lean code) came on because of that? It came on after I got done with changing my oil and driving for 10 miles or so

I see I'm not the only one who stores oil in the box area next to the cabin filter 😅

This was great !! good video !!!!

Why didn't you fill the oil filter holder before putting the cap

Your engine is really clean for 170k miles.

Video was really good but could have used better lighting .

the price of a 36mm socket is a lot less than the price of a new oil filter cap due to it being chipped away from that wrench.

Great job 👍

I Use Castrol Edge 5w40 synthetic oil and Mann oil filters not Supertech 5w30 motor oil

Thank you .........Very good information.......................!!!

Thanks!

Oil drain plug torque spec? "Gud 'n tight."

great video, thanks

Id love to see an oil pan gasket video when you get around to doing that job!

Thank you for teaching us. Stay blessed!

thank you

Thanks again for an awesome video. I have a couple questions. First of all I have a 2003 330i e46 BMW 1. My first question is: I know I to have to jack up the car to get under it but, is it ok to change the oil with only the front end elevated. I do not have the ability to jack all four tires off the ground. Basically, I'm wondering if the oil will drain properly. 2. It looks like there was a cover over your drain plug area. Will my car I have the same cover? Also, thanks again for answering some of my questions about another video you posted. With the help of one of your other videos, I'm going to try to tackle my check engine light this weekend. I'm getting the "P0174 Bank to system to lean confirmed". I already replaced the bad vacuum hose from the fuel filter up into the engine and thought that fix the problem but the light came on again with the same code. Thanks again and know that you are helping a lot of people out.

Sorry, but I have never used a Crescent wrench on my vehicle.

hi 50skid..pls guide with choosing oil..i m totally confused..these are the options 1. 5w-30 synthetic but not ll-01(mobil,castrol) 2.5w-40(b3/b4..bmw ll-01)recommended by stores 3. castrol 0w-30 european formula(also ll-01) 4. castrol 0w-40 european formula cannot find a 5w-30 ll-01.thank you..pls help.2002 bmw 325i 2.5 m54

you are the best

What oil filter did u use?

How hard do I need to press the button down? Nothing is happening when I do, even if the car is on...

very helpful!!

Did you find the part #s for the small gaskets?

Thanks for the info

great vid as usual. im experiencing some slight engine knock under normal driving conditions, and much more pronounced under load. Im thinking since the car was only driven 2000 miles a year for 16 years (2000 320i) that there may be some carbon build up. What do you think of those oil additives used for 10 minutes immediately before an oil change? second question: my car had been sitting for about 2 and a half weeks. I asked my wife to start it and let it run for 15 minutes. she starts it and shuts it off after 30 seconds. the next morning, it wouldnt start Im pretty damn sure the problem is cylinder wash down, so I'm gonna put a table spoon of oil in the cylinders tomorrow (did it before with my volvo 960 when i lived in the US). But one of my friends just told me that I could just hold the accelerator down to the floor when im starting the car, and the problem would be solved. I've never heard of that before. does that even make sense?

I just bought an '02 330i, and the previous owner used 0w-40. I see int he comments you said 5w30. Why 5W30 and which brand?

Great video. I appreciate the time and effort you put into each offering. Please keep up the good work. One note---thank you for being thrifty and thoughtful in the choices you make. Most of us are not professional mechanics and do not have a complete set of esoteric, exotic tools from which to pick and choose. The crescent wrench is a nice alternative! Thanks again!

Mine doesn’t have a dipstick how does yours have a dipstick?

Nice job on this video. Very straightforward and practical. You had 169,000 miles on your Bimmer when you made the video. Do you still own it? I have a 2004 330Ci with 88,000 miles on it.

Just a fast question been watching a ton of ur vids What oil should I use in my 2004 bmw 325xi This thing is new to me but I don’t know crap about e46 motor

thank you for your video ..quick question ... I noticed you used supertech oil which is not long life 01 oil ..what's your opinion on using non long life oils ...I thought about using non LL oils but people say it'll mess the vanos ???

where can I get the cover that goes above the intake? what's the specific name for it? my car is missing it.