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Originally Posted by CMH75
I check my oil level on a regular basis and was surprised today when I noticed a significant drop over a short period of time (2 weeks). I just reached 8,900 miles and my oil level is reading a fraction above min. Two weeks ago (and probably 8,200 miles) it was reading 3/4 full.
This information is per the electronic reading.
I have not had an oil change since delivery in June (4.5 months ago), largely because of BMW's recommended interval of 11k for first change.
I'm wondering if anyone else has experienced this on the 35d and if anyone knows what the potential reason behind this drop may be?
This is my first diesel, so I don't know what to expect....
Thanks!
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My experience with the electronic "dip stick" on my 335xi was that it in no way gives a linear reading - it would seem to drop off a cliff at some point, as you have experienced. I think it's more the sensor / system than a sudden loss of oil. Fill it up, you should be good. It is not uncommon for a highly tuned engine running the thin oil we do to burn a quart every 3-6k miles.