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BMW 230i
F22 / 2018-2019 / Coupe / Coupe / Convertible
North America / Europe / selected global marketsGlobal (varies by region: US, Europe, Asia)Coverage: expanded
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2018 BMW 230i B48B20M0 (F22)
F22 / B48B20M0 / 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 gasoline engine with direct injection, used globally with minor market-specific tuning variations.
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Oil type: BMW Longlife-01 approved synthetic oil SAE 0W-30 or 5W-30Oil capacity: 5.0 liters service-fill including filter changeRelated: P0300, P0420, P0171, P0455
2019 BMW 230i B48B20O0/B48B20A0 (F22)
F22 / B48B20O0, B48B20A0 / 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 (B48 engine family), twin-scroll turbocharger, direct injection
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Oil type: BMW Longlife-01 approved synthetic oil SAE 0W-30 or 5W-30Oil capacity: 5.0 liters (includes service fill; typical oil filter change required)Related: P0300, P0420, P0171, P0455
Engine codes by year
| Year | Trim | Engine codes | Displacement | Fuel system |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | technical-profile | B48B20M0 | 1998 cc | Direct injection with turbocharging |
| 2019 | technical-profile | B48B20O0, B48B20A0 | 1998 cc | Direct fuel injection |
Oil capacity by engine
| Year | Engine codes | Oil type | Oil capacity | Fluid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | B48B20M0 | BMW Longlife-01 approved synthetic oil SAE 0W-30 or 5W-30 | 5.0 liters service-fill including filter change | ZF Lifeguard 8 fluid for 8-speed automatic |
| 2019 | B48B20O0, B48B20A0 | BMW Longlife-01 approved synthetic oil SAE 0W-30 or 5W-30 | 5.0 liters (includes service fill; typical oil filter change required) | BMW approved synthetic ATF |
Technical specifications
- Engines: B48B20M0, B48B20O0, B48B20A0
- Transmissions: 6-speed manual (market dependent), 8-speed ZF 8HP automatic (widely standard), ZF Lifeguard 8 fluid for 8-speed automatic, 6-speed manual (available in select markets), 8-speed ZF 8HP automatic, BMW approved synthetic ATF
- Tire sizes: 225/45R17 (standard), optional 18-19 inches, 225/45R17, 225/40R18, 245/35R18
- Bolt pattern: Verify by exact trim and wheel package
- Wheel torque: Verify by VIN and wheel package
- Battery: Verify by engine, market and equipment package
Fluids and service data
- Engine oil: BMW Longlife-01 approved synthetic oil SAE 0W-30 or 5W-30
- Transmission fluid: ZF Lifeguard 8 fluid for 8-speed automatic / BMW approved synthetic ATF
- Coolant: 7.4 liters / 6.5 liters
- Brake fluid: DOT 4 recommended, change every 2 years / DOT4, change every 2 years recommended
Known problems
- Oil leaks around valve cover gasket
- Coolant thermostat failure
- High-pressure fuel pump wear
- High-pressure fuel pump issues (some early production units)
- Turbocharger wastegate rattle
- Oil leaks from valve cover gasket