Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2002 745I.
The 2002 BMW 745i, riding on the E65 platform, pairs an automatic 6-speed transmission with an engine requiring 7.9 quarts of oil in viscosities 15W‑40, 10W‑40, or 10W‑30 meeting API SJ, while its EPA fuel economy of 16 city, 24 highway, and 19 combined mpg defines its efficiency profile. This model year’s documented specifications—particularly the oil capacity and viscosity choices—establish the baseline for routine maintenance and operational expectations, though no reliability data is provided in the source.
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 95R · 850 CCA battery, OE oil filter 11427511161. 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 | 11427511161 |
| Engine air filter | 13717505007 |
| Fuel filter | 16126750475 |
| Spark plug | 12120037607 alt 12129071003 |
| Battery | 61217591085 |
| Front wiper blades | 61610442837 |
| Thermostat | 11538632664 alt 11537586885 |
| Cabin air filter | 64119272643 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic 6-spd |
| Overall length | 198 in |
| Overall width | 74.8 in |
| Overall height | 58.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 117.7 in |
| Curb weight | 4376 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 62.2 / 61.8 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 50/50 |
| EPA city / highway / combined | 16 / 24 / 19 mpg |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Passenger volume | 104 cu ft |
| Cargo volume | 18 cu ft |
| Recommended fuel | Premium Gasoline |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the 745I 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 745 745i Sedan 4.4L V8 | 6.00 sec | 14.40 sec | 325 hp | RWD |
| 2002 | 745 745i Sedan 4.4L V8 | 6.20 sec | 14.70 sec | 325 hp | RWD |
| 2004 | 745 745i Sedan (Sport) 4.4L V8 | 6.00 sec | 14.60 sec | 325 hp | RWD |
| 2004 | 745 745i Sedan (Sport) 4.4L V8 | 6.10 sec | 14.30 sec | 325 hp | RWD |
| 2004 | 745 745Li Sedan (Sport) 4.4L V8 | 6.10 sec | 14.50 sec | 325 hp | RWD |
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, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 103 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 22.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2. 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.
| 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 | 7.9 qt |
| Power Steering Fluid | ATF |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | 22.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 103 ft-lbs |
| Rear Wheel Hub | 310 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-5-4-8-6-3-7-2 |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | BMW |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 1.148-3.00 lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | 46 |
| Optional BCI Group Number | 49 |
| Optional BCI Cranking Performance | 900 cca |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 95R |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 850 cca |
| Injector Primary Resistance | 15-17 ohms |
| Engine Compression | 174-203 psi |
| Engine Oil Pressure | 14.5 psi @ Idle, 58-87 normal operation psi |
| Intake Valve Lash | Hydraulic in |
| Exhaust Valve Lash | Hydraulic in |
| Torque Caliper to Bracket | 81 ft-lbs / 18-22 ft-lbs |
| Torque to Knuckle | 96-111 ft-lbs / 49 ft-lbs |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness From | 1.181 in / 0.945 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness To | 1.181 in / 0.945 in |
| Rotor Minimum Machining | 0.031 in |
| Rotor Discard at or Under | 1.118 in / 0.882 in |
| Rotor Finish | 0.5 - 3.5 μin |
| 1 | 73 ft. lbs., step 2: 60 degrees, step 3: 60 degrees, step 4: 60 | 73 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 22 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | 90 | |
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:
| Replace | Engine Oil Filter · Engine Oil |
| Inspect | Cabin Air Filter |
| Drain, Flush & Refill | Engine Coolant System |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP RUNS AT A ROTATIONAL SPEED THAT COULD RESULT IN REDUCED LUBRICATION OF ITS INTERNAL COMPONENTS. OVER AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, WEAR-INDUCED INTERNAL DAMAGE TO THE… Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE FUEL PUMP CONTROL SYSTEM. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 28, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE…
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, DUE TO A SOFTWARE ERROR, A DESYNCHRONIZATION OF THE VALVETRONIC MOTORS FOR ENGINE BANKS I AND II MAY OCCUR. IF THIS OCCURS, THE ENGINE COULD STALL. Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE DIGITAL ENGINE MANAGEMENT CONTROL UNIT. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 8, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BMW AT 1-800-831-1117.
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.
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 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 16 city / 24 highway / 19 combined mpg.