Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 150,000 mi | Oxygen Sensor (replace) |
Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2014 640i.
The 2014 BMW 640i is a passenger‑car that employs a 6.8‑quart oil capacity with recommended viscosities of 0W‑30, 0W‑40 or 5W‑30, paired with an Automatic (S8) transmission and EPA‑rated fuel economy of 20 city, 30 highway and 23 combined mpg. Its structure‑related complaints reached seven in the 2014 model year — the peak level across the 2012‑2019 production span and all filed under structure, with no recalls recorded. This reliability profile indicates a vehicle that, while generally dependable, experienced its most pronounced issue in the year under review.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses 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.
| Engine oil filter | 11428683168 alt 11428637820 |
| Engine air filter | 13717605913 |
| Spark plug | 12120037582 |
| Battery | 61217648317 alt 61217639053 |
| Front wiper blades | 61612458020 |
| Thermostat | 11538671514 |
| Cabin air filter | 64116809933 alt 64119272642 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 20 / 30 / 23 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the 640i of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Gran Coupe 3.0L Turbo I-6 | 5.40 sec | 14.10 sec | 315 hp | RWD |
| 2013 | Gran Coupe 3.0L Turbo I-6 | 5.40 sec | 14.10 sec | 315 hp | RWD |
| 2013 | Gran Coupe 3.0L Turbo I-6 | 5.50 sec | 14.00 sec | 315 hp | RWD |
| 2013 | Gran Coupe 3.0L Turbo I-6 | 5.60 sec | 14.30 sec | 315 hp | RWD |
| 2016 | Convertible 3.0L Turbo I-6 | 4.90 sec | 13.60 sec | 315 hp | RWD |
| 2016 | Gran Coupe 3.0L Turbo I-6 | 5.30 sec | 13.80 sec | 315 hp | RWD |
| 2018 | xDrive Gran Turismo (M Sport) 3.0L Turbo I-6 | 4.70 sec | 13.40 sec | 335 hp | AWD |
| 2018 | xDrive Gran Turismo (M Sport) 3.0L Turbo I-6 | 4.80 sec | 13.30 sec | 335 hp | AWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 6.8 qt of 0W-30 / 0W-40 / 5W-30 engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 103 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to M12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 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.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | BMW part number 83222152426 |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 10.5-11.5 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 2 Pints |
| Engine Oil | 0W-30 · 0W-40 · 5W-30 · 5W-40 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 6.8 qt |
| Power Steering Fluid | Use Pentosin CHF 11S |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | M12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 103 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | BMW |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 1.75-3.00 lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | 46 |
| Optional BCI Group Number | 49 |
| Optional BCI Cranking Performance | 850 cca |
| Pressure Test | 21.7 psi |
| Radiator Cap Pressure Relief | 28-32 psi |
| Engine Compression | 145-232 psi |
| Brake Application | WITH FN3 |
| Torque to Knuckle | 81 ft-lbs |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.145; Rear: 0.145 pads |
| Brake Application | WITH FN3 |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness From | 0.945 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness To | 0.945 in |
| Rotor Minimum Machining | 0.031 in |
| Rotor Discard at or Under | 0.882 in |
| 1 | 15 ft. lbs., Step 2: 140 | 15 ft. lbs |
Prep Do not reuse old bolts
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | Bolts 1-10 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 4 | 45 degrees | 45 degrees |
| 1 | 15 ft. lbs., Step 2: 70 | 15 ft. lbs |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| At 150,000 mi | Oxygen Sensor (replace) |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Federal data positions the 2014 model year at the peak of the complaint curve for this generation, registering seven complaints—higher than the three and six reported in 2012 and 2013, respectively, and exceeding the four and two logged in 2015 and 2019. While recalls dropped to zero for 2013 and 2014 after three in 2012, the upward complaint trajectory through 2014 suggests emerging owner-reported issues that did not trigger safety recalls, with structure and engine appearing among the top complaint categories, though the data does not specify root causes. Technical Service Bulletins declined steadily from 366 in 2012 to 308 in 2014, indicating ongoing manufacturer guidance but a gradual reduction in known service patterns as the platform matured. Notably, 2014 marks the highest complaint volume in the provided dataset despite carrying zero fire complaints and only two crash-related complaints, implying the concerns were primarily non-collision drivability or quality issues. Given that 2014 represents the complaint apex before the downward trend began in 2015, prospective buyers should prioritize thorough pre-purchase inspections and verify that applicable TSBs have been addressed, though the absence of recalls and fire incidents makes it a mechanically viable option with documented caution points.
All 7 complaints on record, top 6 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.
Showing 5 of 308 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| B510819 | 2024-01-16 | Electrical System | The basic conditions for initializing the power windows are not met. |
| B611305 | 2024-01-11 | Electrical System | The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process… |
| B340914 | 2023-06-01 | Wheels | The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) warning light comes on while driving. The following… |
| B651523 | 2023-05-01 | Electrical System | After programming the head unit (HU-H2), activating the FSC (German word Freischaltcode)… |
| B840822 | 2023-03-01 | Electrical System | The 3G network in the US has been shut down. This means that only the 4G network will be… |
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6.8 qt of 0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30, 5W-40 OIL MEETING BMW SPECIFICATION LL01, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 20 city / 30 highway / 23 combined mpg.