Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| Every 100,000 mi | Oxygen Sensor (replace) |
Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1995 850CI.
The 1995 BMW 850CI rides on the E31 platform with a five-speed automatic transmission and calls for 8.5 quarts of oil in viscosities ranging from 10W-30 to 15W-40 meeting API SJ, returning EPA estimates of 12 city, 19 highway, and 15 combined mpg. Owner-reported complaints total three for this model year, with air bags emerging as the top concern, though no recalls were issued. Across the 1991-1997 production span, complaint volume peaked and bottomed out at a single report in 1992, placing the 1995 example slightly above that baseline but still reflecting a largely quiet reliability record.
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 a BCI 93 · 800 CCA battery, OE oil filter 11427510717. 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 | 11427510717 |
| Engine air filter | 13721720861 |
| Fuel filter | 13321720101 |
| Spark plug | 12129070999 |
| Front wiper blades | 61610134601 alt 61618192874 |
| Serpentine belt | 11287636368 alt 11288672072 |
| Thermostat | 11511704512 alt 11531704704 |
| Cabin air filter | 64312339891 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic 5-spd |
| Overall length | 188.2 in |
| Overall width | 73.2 in |
| Overall height | 52.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.5 in |
| Curb weight | 4123 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 61 / 61.4 in |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 12 / 19 / 15 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine holds 8.5 qt of 15W-40 / 10W-40 / 10W-30 API SJ engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 88 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-7-5-11-3-9-6-12-2-8-4-10.
| Brake Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 3 Pints |
| Engine Coolant | ETHYLENE GLYCOL |
| Engine Oil | 15W-40 · API · 10W-40 · 10W-30 · 5W-30 |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 8.5 qt |
| Power Steering Fluid | ATF |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | M6 bolts: 7.4 ft-lbs |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | M6 bolts: 7.4 ft-lbs |
| Driveshaft Flange to Transmission | 179.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 88 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-7-5-11-3-9-6-12-2-8-4-10 |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | BMW |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 3.42 lbs |
| Oil Type | 46 |
| Oil Capacity | 5.40-6.10 oz |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 93 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 800 cca |
| Optional BCI Group Number | 91 |
| Pressure Test | 28-32 psi |
| Radiator Cap Pressure Relief | 28-32 psi |
| Thermostat Opening Temperature | 185 °F |
| Intake Valve Lash | Hydraulic in |
| Exhaust Valve Lash | Hydraulic in |
| Torque Caliper to Bracket | 18-22 ft-lbs |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in |
| Rotor Minimum Machining | 0.031 in |
| Rotor Discard at or Under | 1.118 in / 0.409 in |
| Rotor Finish | 0.5 - 3.5 μin |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| Every 100,000 mi | Oxygen Sensor (replace) |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Across the generation from 1991 to 1997, the BMW 850CI demonstrates a stable federal record with very few complaints and a consistent presence of one to two recalls per year. The 1995 model year aligns with this trend, recording zero complaints in the summary record and one recall. This represents a slight improvement over the 1994 model, which saw the generation's peak of two recalls, and precedes the 1997 model's increase to two TSBs. Specifically for 1995, the data lists single complaints in the areas of Air Bags, Suspension, and Tires, while reporting zero crash or fire complaints. Given the absence of investigations and the low frequency of recalls and complaints compared to the surrounding years, 1995 is a good year to buy.
All 3 complaints on record, top 3 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. |
| 72/07/96 | 1996-12-01 | Equipment | CHILD AIRBAG LETTER, WARNING LABEL AND SAFETY REFERENCE CARD. *TW |
The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.
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Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.
8.5 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 12 city / 19 highway / 15 combined mpg.