For 2010 3 Series M3 Sedan Fifth generation BMW recommends to use: SAE 10W-60 and genuine OEM consumables with following part numbers: 83 22 9 407 870, and 83 22 9 407 768. To select the right part or fluid see the table below.
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Condition
Value
expand_moreEngine oil viscosity
expand_moreM3 with gasoline V8 4.0 L 414 HP at 8300 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 3900 RPM engine (2007.3–2011.12)
Castrol TWS Motorsport
SAE 10W-60
expand_moreRear axle oil specification
expand_moreM3 with gasoline V8 4.0 L 414 HP at 8300 RPM, 400 N⋅m at 3900 RPM engine (2007.3–2011.12)
BMW recommendations and specifications for oil and fluid for 2010 3 Series M3 Sedan.
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2010 BMW 3 Series M3 Sedan user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.
Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and BMW warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.
DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow BMW 3 Series M3 Sedan service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.
Doing basic service for your 2010 BMW 3 Series M3 Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
BMW 3 Series M3 Sedan Fifth generation model years