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      06-03-2021, 07:06 AM   #1
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Oil Change

Just had my 2nd oil change at the dealer and after parking in my garage, there were many drops of oil on the floor. None after 1st oil change. Hoping it is not a leak, could it be a sloppy oil change or should I bring back to dealer?
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      06-03-2021, 04:58 PM   #2
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I do not think if they put too much in the oil would drip out unless an engine seal blows, too much oil is a no no. Previous posts indicate 9.5 L per change, my dealer adds 10 L on my last two changes. Oil level indicator shows max, not sure if it would warn of overfilling. Other posts say changing oil filter can spill oil, I will check to see if dripping stops and bark at the dealer if dripping stops. Is the oil filter under the car? Where does spilled oil sit if dealer is sloppy?
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      06-03-2021, 06:00 PM   #3
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Thank you Aronis for the detailed oil change post! I asked if the dealer would use the Weistec Fillter Housing with a drain plug and the dealer will not install aftermarket housings. I am considering doing my own oil changings to prevent these issues, I have a mechanic 1 minute from my home with a ramp lift. Is the Weistec Housing any good?
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      06-03-2021, 08:41 PM   #4
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I would go with the sloppy change. Probably from the filter but could be a shaky hand when filling or letting it splash out when draining. Time is money, and you paid full price and got little time. It’s unfortunate because dealers should be setting the standard. I do all my own work once the car is out of warranty. Saves money, the work is usually done with more care, and when I mess up I can accept my mistake.

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      06-04-2021, 09:16 AM   #5
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I bet it is from the filter removal.
the oil splashes onto the plastic undercarriage cover.
We usually remove the plastic and clean it off during an oil change.
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      06-05-2021, 07:52 PM   #6
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oil spillage stopped, sloppy oil change by dealer, garage floor cleaned, does bmw mechanic give a rats ass?
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      06-06-2021, 11:45 AM   #7
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oil spillage stopped, sloppy oil change by dealer, garage floor cleaned, does bmw mechanic give a rats ass?
Like anything else, some do and some don't
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I bet it is from the filter removal.
the oil splashes onto the plastic undercarriage cover.
We usually remove the plastic and clean it off during an oil change.
This has happened twice to me. Both times required a trip back to the dealer to have it cleaned up. They removed the stiffening plate, cleaned the oil spill and reinstalled it. I was assured at my next oil change they will remove the stiffening plate to prevent this issue. (This is not a standard BMW proceedure)
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      06-08-2021, 05:45 AM   #9
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I am not an expert on these cars but you should not have to remove the metal plate to do a clean oil change.
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      06-08-2021, 09:35 AM   #10
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I am not an expert on these cars but you should not have to remove the metal plate to do a clean oil change.
The only other way around it, is to stuff rags around the filter prior to removal.
Its just the nature of the stupid design, previous gens had a small nut you could remove on the filter cap to avoid this issue entirely.
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Stuffing rags around the OFH is what I did on my E90 M3.
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Thank you Aronis for the detailed oil change post! I asked if the dealer would use the Weistec Fillter Housing with a drain plug and the dealer will not install aftermarket housings. I am considering doing my own oil changings to prevent these issues, I have a mechanic 1 minute from my home with a ramp lift. Is the Weistec Housing any good?
I had my dealer put on the Weistec filter housing with the central drain plug at my last free oil change. They had no problem with it and liked the design. I've had no oil leaks, and getting ready to do my first self oil change soon. It's got to be easier and cleaner with the drain plug.
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      08-16-2021, 08:45 AM   #13
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Does anyone know how to reset on 2020 m5 after oil change, must be different than pre 2020.
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