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2018 BMW 540d xDrive

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2018 540d xDrive.

Transmission Automatic (S8)

The 2018 BMW 540d xDrive is EPA-rated at 26/36/30 mpg city/highway/combined.

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

EPA fuel economy26/36/30 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 11428583896. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter11428583896 alt 11427826799
Engine air filter13718691835
Battery61215A40E29 alt 61215A40E33
Front wiper blades61619070579
Cabin air filter64115A1BDB7 alt 64115A1BDB6

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length194.5 in
Overall width73.6 in
Overall height57.9 in
Wheelbase117.3 in
Track (front / rear)63.4 / 64.2 in

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined26 / 36 / 30 mpg
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume99 cu ft
Cargo volume14 cu ft
Recommended fuelDiesel

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine DOT 4 brake fluid. The firing order is 1-5-3-6-2-4.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake FluidDOT 4
Clutch FluidDOT 4

Engine torques

Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)9.0 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)7.4 ft-lbs
Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs72.0 inch lbs. ft-lbs
Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs84.0 inch lbs. ft-lbs
Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s)35.0 ft-lbs
Knock Sense (KS) Bolt(s)16.0 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts88.0 ft-lbs
Nitrogen Oxide (NOX) Sensor Bolt(s)33.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-5-3-6-2-4

Service checks

RPM725.0

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 2 stages
115.0 ft. lbs.15 ft. lbs
270 degrees70 degrees
270
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 2 stages
115.0 ft. lbs.15 ft. lbs
270
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 3 stages
115.0 ft. lbs.15 ft. lbs
270 degrees70 degrees
370
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 2 stages
144.0 ft. lbs.44 ft. lbs
245
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 2 stages
144.0 ft. lbs.44 ft. lbs
245
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 2 stages
115.0 ft. lbs.15 ft. lbs
270
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 4 stages
118.0 ft. lbs.18 ft. lbs
236.0 ft. lbs.36 ft. lbs
360 degrees60 degrees
460
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 2 stages
115.0 ft. lbs.15 ft. lbs
270

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

What gas mileage does the 540d xDrive get?

EPA figures are 26 city / 36 highway / 30 combined mpg.