{"id":929,"date":"2026-07-12T03:37:38","date_gmt":"2026-07-12T07:37:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/2016-bmw-x3-2-0l-4-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide\/"},"modified":"2026-07-12T03:37:38","modified_gmt":"2026-07-12T07:37:38","slug":"2016-bmw-x3-2-0l-4-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.worldsbestdieseloil.com\/oil-guide\/2016-bmw-x3-2-0l-4-cyl-diesel-turbo-maintenance-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"2016 BMW X3 2.0L Diesel Maintenance Guide: Oil, Fluids & Recalls"},"content":{"rendered":"
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AMSOIL diesel oil guide for trucks, vans, SUVs and diesel engines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

What oil does a 2016 BMW X3 2.0L Diesel take?<\/h2>\n

The 2016 BMW X3 with the 2.0L 4-cylinder N47D20 B diesel engine requires an oil capacity of 5.5 quarts (including the filter). The recommended viscosity is 0W-30 for all temperatures. AMSOIL recommends using AMSOIL 5W-30 LS 100% Synthetic European Motor Oil<\/strong> or AMSOIL 5W-40 MS 100% Synthetic European Motor Oil<\/strong> to provide exceptional engine protection without harming emissions systems.<\/p>\n

AMSOIL product recommendations<\/h2>\n

Based on the AMSOIL lookup for your BMW X3 diesel, here are the recommended fluids and additives for optimal maintenance.<\/p>\n

Engine Oil Recommendations<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nViscosity<\/th>\nPart Code<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL 5W-30 LS 100% Synthetic European Motor Oil<\/td>\n0W-30 (All TEMPS)<\/a><\/td>\nAELQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL 5W-40 MS 100% Synthetic European Motor Oil<\/td>\n0W-30 (All TEMPS)<\/a><\/td>\nAFLQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Note: The AMSOIL lookup oil grade is SEO70.<\/em><\/p>\n

Coolant & Brake Fluid<\/h3>\n
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Component<\/th>\nProduct Name<\/th>\nPart Code<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Coolant<\/td>\nAMSOIL Passenger Car & Light Truck Antifreeze & Coolant<\/td>\nANTPC1G-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Coolant<\/td>\nAMSOIL Propylene Glycol Antifreeze and Engine Coolant<\/td>\nANT1G-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Brake Fluid<\/td>\nAMSOIL DOT 3 and DOT 4 100% Synthetic Brake Fluid<\/td>\nBFLVCN-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Automatic Transmission Fluid<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nPart Code<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Signature Series Fuel-Efficient 100% Synthetic ATF<\/td>\nATLPK-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL OE Fuel-Efficient 100% Synthetic ATF<\/td>\nOTLQT-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Diesel Fuel Additives<\/h3>\n
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Product Name<\/th>\nPart Code<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Diesel Injector Clean<\/td>\nADFPCN-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Diesel Cetane Boost<\/td>\nACBCN-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Diesel Injector Clean + Cetane Boost<\/td>\nADSCN-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Diesel Cold Flow Fuel Additive<\/td>\nADDCN-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
AMSOIL Diesel 4-IN-1 Fuel Additive<\/td>\nADBCN-EA<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Engine Oil Specifications and Details<\/h2>\n

Proper lubrication is vital for the N47D20 B diesel engine. Adhering to correct viscosity and capacity ensures long-term turbocharger health and engine protection.<\/p>\n

Oil Capacity and Torque Specs<\/h3>\n
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Specification<\/th>\nValue<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Oil Capacity (with filter)<\/td>\n5.5 quarts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Oil Drain Plug Torque<\/td>\n18 ft\/lbs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Note:<\/strong> Always replace the drain plug seal during an oil change and check the oil level after refilling.<\/p>\n

Filter and Air Information<\/h3>\n