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2017 BMW 640i xDrive

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2017 640i xDrive.

Transmission Automatic (S8)

The 2017 BMW 640i xDrive is EPA-rated at 19/28/22 mpg city/highway/combined.

Quick specs

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

Lug nut torque103 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy19/28/22 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 95R · 950 CCA battery, OE oil filter 11428683168. 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.

Battery groupBCI 95R · 950 CCAOEM · verified
Tire size245/45R18; COMPOSITION and SPORT PACKAGES: 245/40R19OEM · verified
Wheel / rim8.0; ALL OPTIONAL 8.5; COMPOSITION and SPORT PACKAGES STANDARD: 8.5; COMPOSITION and SPORT PACKAGES OPTIONAL: FRONT: 8.5; REAR: 9.0 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter11428683168 alt 11428637820
Engine air filter13717605913
Spark plug12120037582
Battery61215A40E33 alt 61212432179
Front wiper blades61612458020
Thermostat11538671514
Cabin air filter64116809933 alt 64119272642

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined19 / 28 / 22 mpg
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 103 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-5-3-6-2-4. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

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
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts2979cc Turbo: 26 ft-lbs
Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s)35.0 ft-lbs
Knock Sense (KS) Bolt(s)16.0 ft-lbs
Nitrogen Oxide (NOX) Sensor Bolt(s)33.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pan to Block Bolts9.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts103 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-5-3-6-2-4
Spark Plug GapNot adjustable in

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.85-1.90 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Standard BCI Group Number95R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance950 cca

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
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 5 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Use new bolts coated with clean engine oil. Tighten all bolts to finger tight then continue on with the following procedure.

1Bolts 1-1422 ft. lbs
2Bolts 1-1490 degrees
3Bolts 1-14180 degrees
4M9 Bolts16.2 ft. lbs
5M9 Bolts16.2 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 2 stages
144.0 ft. lbs.44 ft. lbs
245
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 2 stages

Prep Gasoline engines

115.0 ft. lbs.15 ft. lbs
270 degrees; Diesel engines; NS70 degrees
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 2 stages
115.0 ft. lbs.15 ft. lbs
270

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

This vehicle uses condition-based service — it signals maintenance needs through its onboard service indicator rather than fixed mileage intervals. Items on the factory schedule:

ReplaceEngine Oil Filter · Spark Plugs · Engine Oil · Cabin Air Filter · Engine Air Filter Element
InspectWindshield Washer System · Parking Brake System · Underbody · Brake Line · Disc Brake Caliper · Convertible Top · Brake Rotor · Air Bag System
Road testUniversal Vehicle Operation
Inspect Fluid LevelEngine Coolant System
ResetTire Pressure Monitoring System
Drain, Refill & BleedBrake Hydraulic System

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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Vehicles with shared specs

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Group 95R batteryEngine oil filter 11428683168Engine air filter 13717605913Spark plug 12120037582Battery 61215A40E33

Reference guides

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Frequently asked

What gas mileage does the 640i xDrive get?

EPA figures are 19 city / 28 highway / 22 combined mpg.