1
Warm the engine and park on level ground
Idle the engine for 3–5 minutes so the oil thins and drains completely, then switch it off and engage the parking brake.
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2022-2024 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe — Oil and Filter Change
By Tom Becker ✓ Certified Mechanic · Published Sep 24, 2026 · Updated Oct 14, 2026
🔧 Easy
30–60 minutes
$90 DIY
Save $84 by doing it yourself! Shop cost: $174
Quick answer: Oil and Filter Change on a 2022–2024 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is rated Easy and takes about 30–60 minutes. You'll need 8 tools for this job, and parts cost about $90. This guide walks you through the full job step by step, including the mistakes to avoid.
Quick Video Tutorial
Parts You Need
Total Cost
$90.00
Oil spec
2.0L turbo I4 (B46; 228i Gran Coupe assumed for generic key)
Capacity 5.6 qt with filter Viscosity 0W-20
| Part Name | Part Number | Price | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMW Longlife-approved 0W-20 engine oil | — | $59.00 | |
| B-series oil filter cartridge kit with O-rings | — | $15.00 | |
| Replacement plastic oil drain plug | — | $16.00 |
About prices: shown prices are typical retail averages and change frequently; cheaper alternatives may be available. Confirm the current price before buying.
💡 Pro tip: Order all parts at once to save on shipping
Step-by-Step Instructions
Follow these steps carefully
2
Remove the acoustic engine cover
Open the hood and pull the black plastic engine cover straight up off its rubber ball-stud mounts. Place the cover aside where it cannot slide off and get damaged.
3
Open the filter housing and remove the old element
Wrap a rag around the housing and loosen the plastic filter cap with a 27 mm socket, turning it slowly so trapped oil flows back down into the housing. Lift the cap out with the cartridge attached, then slide the old element off the stem and pick the two old O-rings out of their grooves.
4
Install the new cartridge and O-rings
Coat the new O-rings with fresh oil and press them fully into their grooves so they sit flat and cannot pinch. Push the new cartridge onto the cap stem until it is seated, drop the assembly into the housing, and tighten the cap firmly to the BMW specification without forcing the plastic threads.
5
Lift the front and drain the sump
Chock the rear wheels, jack the front up at the factory point, and rest the car on jack stands — never rely on the jack alone while you are underneath. Slide a wide drain pan under the composite sump, remove the plastic drain plug (a one-time-use part BMW wants replaced every change), and let the oil drain to a slow drip.
🔧 Mechanic's note — Ray Delgado
Don't learn this the expensive way like I did: I chock the wheels and rest the car on stands — I've seen a car shift on a jack alone.
6
Fit a new drain plug and lower the car
Install a new plastic drain plug and tighten it to the service specification, then wipe the sump clean so any later seepage shows up immediately. Lower the car back onto level ground and move the drain pan out of the way.
7
Refill with fresh 0W-20
Add roughly 5.3 liters (5.6 quarts) of BMW Longlife-approved 0W-20 through a clean funnel at the filler neck, holding back the last half-liter until you check.
8
Reset the service indicator and inspect for leaks
Use iDrive to open Vehicle status, then Service required, and reset the engine oil item so the condition-based service timer restarts. Drive the car a short distance, then check the sump plug area and filter housing for any sign of leaking oil.
All Done!
Test your repair before closing everything up. If something doesn't work right, double-check your steps.
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- • Reusing the single-use plastic drain plug instead of fitting a new one.
- • Rolling or pinching a filter O-ring, which causes a slow leak down the engine.
- • Cracking the plastic filter cap by overtightening it.
- • Using oil without the BMW Longlife approval required for this turbo engine.
- • Skipping the iDrive service reset, leaving the oil-change reminder active.
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