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BMW 328d
F30 / 2015-2016 / Sedan
North America (limited export)North America primarily; limited other marketsCoverage: expanded
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2015 BMW 328d N47D20T1 (F30)
F30 / N47D20T1 / 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 diesel engine; single turbo; common rail direct injection
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Oil type: BMW Longlife-04 approved synthetic oilOil capacity: 6.3 liters (service-fill with oil filter change)Related: F30, N47D20T1
2016 BMW 328d N47D20T1 (F30)
F30 / N47D20T1 / 2.0L inline-4 turbocharged diesel engine, common-rail direct injection, single twin-scroll turbo
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Oil type: BMW Longlife-04 approved synthetic oil SAE 5W-30Oil capacity: Approximately 4.5 liters (service fill, includes filter change)Related: N47, N47D20T1
Engine codes by year
| Year | Trim | Engine codes | Displacement | Fuel system |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | technical-profile | N47D20T1 | 1995 cc | Common rail direct injection |
| 2016 | technical-profile | N47D20T1 | 1995 cc | Common rail direct injection |
Oil capacity by engine
| Year | Engine codes | Oil type | Oil capacity | Fluid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | N47D20T1 | BMW Longlife-04 approved synthetic oil | 6.3 liters (service-fill with oil filter change) | BMW LT 71141 transmission fluid |
| 2016 | N47D20T1 | BMW Longlife-04 approved synthetic oil SAE 5W-30 | Approximately 4.5 liters (service fill, includes filter change) | BMW approved ATF, change interval per BMW guidance |
Technical specifications
- Engines: N47D20T1
- Transmissions: Not offered in 2015 for 328d in North America, 8-speed automatic ZF 8HP50, BMW LT 71141 transmission fluid, 6-speed manual (limited availability, market dependent), 8-speed automatic ZF 8HP45, BMW approved ATF, change interval per BMW guidance
- Tire sizes: 225/45R17, 225/40R18 depending on wheel option, 225/40R18, 245/35R19
- 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-04 approved synthetic oil / BMW Longlife-04 approved synthetic oil SAE 5W-30
- Transmission fluid: BMW LT 71141 transmission fluid / BMW approved ATF, change interval per BMW guidance
- Coolant: Approximately 7.0 liters (varies by radiator version) / Approximately 6.2 liters
- Brake fluid: DOT 4 / DOT4, replace every 2 years
Known problems
- Turbocharger wastegate issues leading to turbo lag or failure
- EGR cooler clogging impacting emissions and performance
- High-pressure fuel pump failures
- Diesel particulate filter clogging
- N47 timing chain tensioner issues reported in early production but addressed by 2016
- EGR valve clogging