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2019 BMW 540i xDrive

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2019 540i xDrive.

Transmission Automatic (S8)

The 2019 BMW 540i xDrive is EPA-rated at 21/29/24 mpg city/highway/combined.

Model year20192018

Quick specs

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

Lug nut torque103 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy21/29/24 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.

Tail / brake / turnLAMPOEM · verified
Tire size245/45R18/XL 100HOEM · verified
Wheel / rim8; Optional: 8, Optional: Front: 8; Rear: 9 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter11428583896 alt 11427826799
Engine air filter13718577170
Spark plug12122455258
Battery61216806755
Front wiper blades61612447932
Thermostat11538658571 alt 11537642854
Cabin air filter64115A1BDB6 alt 64115A1BDB7

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
Curb weight4019 lb
Track (front / rear)63.4 / 64.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)53/47

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined21 / 29 / 24 mpg
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume99 cu ft
Cargo volume14 cu ft
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

Torque lug nuts to 103 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-5-3-6-2-4.

Engine torques

Cylinder Head InstructionsUse New Fasteners.
Cylinder Head Steps13mm

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts103 ft-lbs

Ignition

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

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46

Service checks

Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum725.0
Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum2900
RPM725.0
Engine Compression174

Brakes

ABS Sensor TorqueFront: 6.0; Rear: 6.0

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts — tightening sequence 3 stages
1Bolts 1-73.7 ft. lbs
2Bolts 1-77.3 ft. lbs
37.3
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts — tightening sequence 4 stages

Prep Alternate tightening all fasteners evenly. Start at the center and work outwards. Step 1: 7.3 ft. lbs.

27.3 ft. lbs.7.3 ft. lbs
311.8 ft. lbs.11.8 ft. lbs
411.8 ft. lbs.11.8 ft. lbs
511.8

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 · Keyless Entry Remote Battery · Cabin Air Filter · Engine Air Filter Element
InspectWindshield Washer System · Parking Brake System · Underbody · Brake Line · Disc Brake Caliper · Brake Rotor · Air Bag System · Exterior Lighting
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

VIN tools

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Vehicles with shared specs

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Engine oil filter 11428583896Engine air filter 13718577170Spark plug 12122455258Battery 61216806755

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

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Frequently asked

What gas mileage does the 540i xDrive get?

EPA figures are 21 city / 29 highway / 24 combined mpg.