Where is the oil filter located on a BMW 328i?

Answer 1

AnswerHere is a good site for many DIY (Do It Yourself) projects, including oil changes.

http://www.bimmerdiy.com/e36

I am presuming you are asking about an e36 3 series.

Otherwise, if it is an e46 328i, go here - http://www.bimmerdiy.com/e46

There is a picture of where the oil filter is located, essentially in front of the motor, near the radiator.

Hope that helps.

-Brian

AnswerIf you asking about an E36 the original location for the oil filter is on the top of the engine, right side next to the thermostat and engine cover. It is in a housing.

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What you will discover with the E-36 328i is that the oil filter isn't one of those orange steel FRAM cans that your used to unscrewing and replacing in your 71 Chevy Impala. BMW oil filters consist of a corrugated paper element and a new rubber O ring. The housing is a permanent part of your car. My 97 has a big plastic cap on top that requires a 36mm wrench. Some people say they have a 13mm cap nut, and I have seen pics where people have an oil cap that unscrews with a 3/4 drive from a socket set.