For 2010 5 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 5 Series Sedan depends on conditions listed below.

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Condition Volume
expand_moreFront axle
525 xi with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 215 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3) 1.27 US pt.
Transmission oil: API GL5, SAE 75W-90
530 xi with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 255 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3) 1.27 US pt.
Part number: 83 22 9 407 768
All other modifications 1.27 US pt.
Part number: 33 11 7 695 240
expand_moreRear axle
expand_more520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2006.12–2010.3)
188L axis 1.06 US qt.
Part number: 33 11 7 695 240
expand_more520 i with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 168 HP engine (2007.9–2010.3)
188L axis 1.06 US qt.
Part number: 33 11 7 695 240
520 i with gasoline straight-6 2.2 L 168 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3) 1.27 US qt.
Part number: 83 22 9 407 768
525 d with diesel straight-6 2.5 L 174 HP engine (2004.6–2010.3) 1.48 US qt.
Part number: 33 11 7 695 240
525 i with gasoline straight-6 2.5 L 189 HP engine (2003.9–2010.3) 1.27 US qt.
Part number: 83 22 9 407 768
expand_more530 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 208 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3)
215K axis 1.48 US qt.
Part number: 33 11 7 695 240
215LW axis 1.27 US qt.
Part number: 33 11 7 695 240
530 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 215 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3) 1.48 US qt.
Part number: 33 11 7 695 240
530 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3) 1.48 US qt.
Part number: 33 11 7 695 240
530 d xDrive with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 232 HP engine (2008.9–2010.3) 1.06 US qt.
Part number: 33 11 7 695 240
530 i with gasoline straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2003.7–2010.3) 1.27 US qt.
Part number: 83 22 9 407 768
530 xd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 228 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3) 1.06 US qt.
Part number: 33 11 7 695 240
530 xd with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 232 HP engine (2007.1–2010.3) 1.06 US qt.
Part number: 33 11 7 695 240
535 d with diesel straight-6 3.0 L 268 HP engine (2004.9–2010.3) 1.48 US qt.
Part number: 33 11 7 695 240
540 i with gasoline V8 4.0 L 302 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3) 1.48 US qt.
Part number: 83 22 9 407 768
545 i with gasoline V8 4.4 L 329 HP engine (2003.9–2010.3) 1.48 US qt.
Part number: 83 22 9 407 768
550 i with gasoline V8 4.8 L 362 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3) 1.48 US qt.
Part number: 83 22 9 407 768
550 i with gasoline V8 4.8 L 362 HP engine (2005.7–2010.3) 1.48 US qt.
Part number: 83 22 9 407 768
All other modifications 1.06 US qt.
Part number: 83 22 9 407 768

Axle oil replacement in 2010 BMW 5 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 5 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 5 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 5 Series Sedan you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2010 BMW 5 Series Sedan generations

In 2010 BMW offered 2 generations of the 5 Series Sedan. Axle oil capacity may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

BMW 5 Series Sedan Fifth generation LCI model years

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