Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| Every 50,000 mi | Oxygen Sensor (replace) |
Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1990 750IL.
The 1990 BMW 750IL sits on the E32 platform and pairs a 4-speed automatic transmission with an engine requiring 7.9 quarts of oil meeting 15W-40, 10W-40, or 10W-30 API SJ specifications, returning EPA figures of 11 mpg city, 17 mpg highway, and 13 mpg combined. By the model's own complaint ledger, this 750IL posts one of the cleanest records across the 1990-2001 production run, with just two owner filings — both concentrated in the electrical system — and zero recalls on file. Within that twelve-year window, the 1991 model year set the low at a single complaint while 1998 marked the high at six, placing the 1990 example firmly at the dependable end of the spectrum for any researcher tracking the 750IL's reliability arc.
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 11421731635. 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 | 11421731635 alt 11427510717 |
| Engine air filter | 13721720861 |
| Fuel filter | 13321720101 |
| Spark plug | 12129061870 |
| Front wiper blades | 61610134601 alt 61618217706 |
| Serpentine belt | 11281733708 alt 11281736972 |
| Thermostat | 11531729720 alt 11511705408 |
| Cabin air filter | 64311390836 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic 4-spd |
| Overall length | 201.6 in |
| Overall width | 72.8 in |
| Overall height | 55.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 116.1 in |
| Curb weight | 4235 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 59.8 / 60.6 in |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 11 / 17 / 13 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Passenger volume | 105 cu ft |
| Cargo volume | 13 cu ft |
| Recommended fuel | Regular Gasoline |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 7.9 qt of 15W-40 / 10W-40 / 10W-30 API SJ engine oil, GL-5 in the differential, DOT 4 brake fluid.
| Brake Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Differential Gear Oil | GL-5 |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 4.9 Pints |
| Engine Coolant | ETHYLENE GLYCOL |
| Engine Oil | 15W-40 · API · 10W-40 · 10W-30 · 5W-30 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 7.9 qt |
| Power Steering Fluid | ATF |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| Every 50,000 mi | Oxygen Sensor (replace) |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
In 1990 the 750 IL recorded only two federal complaints and no recalls, the lowest complaint count of the decade and the only year with zero recalls. By contrast, the early‑1990s saw a modest rise to four complaints in 1992, while the mid‑1990s marked a sharp escalation in both recalls (up to four in 1995) and technical service bulletins (TSBs jumping from 2 to 8). The upward trend continued through the late 1990s, peaking at 17 TSBs in 1997, before moderating slightly in 1999–2001 but still remaining above the 1990 baseline. The 1990 model’s complaints were confined to the electrical system and seats, with no crash‑ or fire‑related reports, indicating relatively limited documented issues. This early‑year position at the low‑point of the generation’s complaint and recall curve suggests 1990 is one of the cleaner years to consider for purchase.
All 2 complaints on record, top 2 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 2 of 2 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. |
| MSG1016 | 1996-10-01 | Exterior Lighting | RECALL 96V111 - THIS RECALL CAMPAIGN INVOLVES THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH. *TW |
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7.9 qt of HIGH PERFORMANCE MINERAL OILS: ABOVE 5 degrees F: 15W-40 API SJ, SL OR SM, -5 degreesF TO 68 degrees F: 10W-40 API SJ, SL OR SM, 5 degreesF TO 50 degrees F: 10W-30 API SJ, SL OR SM, BELOW 50 degrees F: 5W-30 API SJ, SL OR SM, BELOW 32 degrees F:, per the factory manual.
NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 11 city / 17 highway / 13 combined mpg.