For 2010 3 Series Sedan Fifth generation LCI BMW recommends to use: API GL5, and SAE 75W-90 transmission oils and genuine OEM transmission oils with following part numbers: 33 11 7 695 240, and 83 22 9 407 768. To select the right transmission oil see the table below.

How much transmission oil you need to put into 2010 3 Series Sedan depends on conditions listed below.

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Condition Volume
expand_moreFront axle
325 xi with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12) 1.27 US pt.
Transmission oil: API GL5, SAE 75W-90
325 xi with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) 1.27 US pt.
Part number: 83 22 9 407 768
330 xd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12) 1.27 US pt.
Transmission oil: API GL5, SAE 75W-90
All other modifications 1.27 US pt.
Part number: 33 11 7 695 240
expand_moreRear axle
316 i with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 114 HP engine (2006.2–2011.12) 1.69 US pt.
318 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 141 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12) 1.69 US pt.
320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12) 1.69 US pt.
320 d with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2005.1–2011.12) 1.69 US pt.
320 d xDrive with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2010.1–2011.12) 1.8 US pt.
Part number: 33 11 7 695 240
expand_more320 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
168L axis 1.69 US pt.
Part number: 33 11 7 695 240
expand_more320 si with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 170 HP engine (2006.5–2011.12)
168L axis 1.69 US pt.
188L axis 1.06 US qt.
215L axis 1.27 US qt.
323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2006.4–2011.12) 1.69 US pt.
Part number: 83 22 9 407 768
323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2006.4–2011.12) 1.69 US pt.
Part number: 83 22 9 407 768
expand_more323 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 188 HP engine (2008.3–2011.12)
168L axis 1.69 US pt.
expand_more325 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 201 HP engine (2010.1–2011.12)
With automatic gearbox 1.06 US qt.
Part number: 33 11 7 695 240
With manual transmission 1.27 US qt.
Part number: 33 11 7 695 240
expand_more325 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 208 HP engine (2006.1–2011.12)
188L axis 1.06 US qt.
330 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12) 1.27 US qt.
330 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 241 HP engine (2009.1–2011.12) 1.27 US qt.
Part number: 83 22 9 407 768
330 xd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2005.9–2011.12) 1.27 US qt.
expand_more335 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 295 HP engine (2006.10–2011.12)
188L axis 1.06 US qt.
Part number: 33 11 7 695 240
215L axis 1.27 US qt.
Part number: 33 11 7 695 240
expand_more335 i xDrive with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2008.9–2011.12)
188L axis 1.06 US qt.
Part number: 33 11 7 695 240
215L axis 1.27 US qt.
Part number: 33 11 7 695 240
expand_more335 xi with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 302 HP engine (2007.9–2011.12)
188L axis 1.06 US qt.
Part number: 33 11 7 695 240
215L axis 1.27 US qt.
Part number: 33 11 7 695 240
All other modifications 1.06 US qt.

Axle oil replacement in 2010 BMW 3 Series Sedan might take 3060 minutes, and will save you $30$50 depends on the region you live in. The process is simple and requires minimum skills and time.

Unscrew the refill plug first then unscrew the drain plug. Use a spanner or a retched with the correct size head. When axle oil is completely drained screw the drain plug back with a new gasket. Complete the process by refilling the axle with new oil.

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 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.

Conquer your fears and never give up!

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 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 Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

BMW 3 Series Sedan Fifth generation LCI model years

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