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      10-08-2014, 02:31 PM   #1
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E39 Oil - BMW or Castrol Edge

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I have a couple of questions in reference to which oil brand and weight? Also is this common for oil consumption in a short period?

Just recently bought my 03 530i auto with a little over 49k miles. I am now turning 52k miles on the dial and my check engine oil level light is coming on. Checked my dipstick and it is low. I added 1 quart of Castrol Edge fully synthetic 5w30. Should I use this oil or go to dealer to get oil?

I live in the Washington, DC area and is this weight good or should I try something else now that the weather is changing?

Is this normal for this car to run that low on oil, after only a couple thousand miles of driving? Do you think I should start fresh and just go get the oil changed?

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      10-23-2014, 02:12 PM   #2
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Hi- I always stick with the BMW oil, but yes, my 530i uses a quart every 1,500 miles or so, and my mechanic says there are no leaks and that these engines do have a tendency to do that. Good luck!
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I usually just go with Mobil 1 0-40
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