Fahrzeugdatenbank
BMW 3 Series 325xi
E46 / 2003-2005 / Sedan / Touring / Sedan / Touring (market dependent)
North America, Europe, selected global marketsNorth America, Europe, and select global marketsAbdeckung: expanded
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2003 BMW 3 Series 325xi M54B25 (E46)
E46 / M54B25 / 2.5L inline-6 naturally aspirated
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Öltyp: Fully synthetic 5W-30 meeting BMW LL-01 specificationÖlmenge: 6.5 liters (including filter) service-fillRelated: E46, M54B25
2004 BMW 3 Series 325xi M54B25 (E46)
E46 / M54B25 / 2.5L inline-6 naturally aspirated engine, DOHC with VANOS variable valve timing
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Öltyp: BMW Longlife-01 approved synthetic 5W-30 or equivalentÖlmenge: 6.0 liters including oil filter (service-fill quantity)Related: M54B25, E46 325xi
2005 BMW 3 Series 325xi M54B25 (E46)
E46 / M54B25 / 2.5L Inline-6 naturally aspirated petrol engine
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Öltyp: BMW Longlife-01 approved fully synthetic 5W-30 engine oilÖlmenge: 6.5 liters (including oil filter) - service fill including filter changeRelated: 325i, 330xi, 320xi
Motorcodes nach Jahr
| Jahr | Variante | Motorcodes | Hubraum | Kraftstoffsystem |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | technical-profile | M54B25 | 2494 cc | Multi-point fuel injection |
| 2004 | technical-profile | M54B25 | 2494 cc | Multi-point fuel injection |
| 2005 | technical-profile | M54B25 | 2494 cc | Electronic fuel injection |
Ölmenge nach Motor
| Jahr | Motorcodes | Öltyp | Ölmenge | Flüssigkeit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | M54B25 | Fully synthetic 5W-30 meeting BMW LL-01 specification | 6.5 liters (including filter) service-fill | BMW-approved ATF or manual transmission oil per BMW LL-04 |
| 2004 | M54B25 | BMW Longlife-01 approved synthetic 5W-30 or equivalent | 6.0 liters including oil filter (service-fill quantity) | BMW ATF synthetic for automatic, manual uses BMW approved gear oil |
| 2005 | M54B25 | BMW Longlife-01 approved fully synthetic 5W-30 engine oil | 6.5 liters (including oil filter) - service fill including filter change | BMW ATF Type M or equivalent |
Technische Daten
- Motoren: M54B25
- Getriebe: Getrag 5-speed manual, 5-speed GM 5L40-E automatic, BMW-approved ATF or manual transmission oil per BMW LL-04, 6-speed manual (Getrag 220GS), 5-speed automatic (GM 5L40-E), BMW ATF synthetic for automatic, manual uses BMW approved gear oil, 6-speed Getrag 224 manual, 5-speed GM 5L40-E automatic transmission
- Reifengrößen: 205/55R16, 225/45R17, 205/55 R16, 225/45 R17 depending on market/package, 205/55R16 (standard), 225/45R17 (optional)
- Lochkreis: Verify by exact trim and wheel package
- Radmoment: Verify by VIN and wheel package
- Batterie: Verify by engine, market and equipment package
Flüssigkeiten und Servicedaten
- Motoröl: Fully synthetic 5W-30 meeting BMW LL-01 specification / BMW Longlife-01 approved synthetic 5W-30 or equivalent / BMW Longlife-01 approved fully synthetic 5W-30 engine oil
- Getriebeöl: BMW-approved ATF or manual transmission oil per BMW LL-04 / BMW ATF synthetic for automatic, manual uses BMW approved gear oil / BMW ATF Type M or equivalent
- Kühlmittel: 9 liters / 9.5 liters
- Bremsflüssigkeit: DOT 4, exchanged every 2 years / DOT 4, changed every two years recommended / DOT 4, changed every 2 years
Bekannte Probleme
- Rear subframe mounting point corrosion (North America)
- VANOS system rattling and failure
- Cooling system leaks (water pump, radiator)
- Transfer case issues in all-wheel-drive models
- Rear trailing arm bushings wear leading to alignment issues
- VANOS solenoid failures causing rough idle or power loss
- Subframe mounting point corrosion in salted road climates
- Rear subframe mount cracking
- Vanos unit seals wear
- Cooling system hose and water pump leaks