Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
| Every 60,000 mi | Oxygen Sensor (replace) |
Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1992 750IL.
The 1992 BMW 750IL, built on the E32 platform, is a large‑luxury sedan powered by a robust 4‑speed automatic transmission and running on a 7.9‑quart oil capacity with 15W‑40, 10W‑40 or 10W‑30 API SJ viscosity options, while its EPA rating of 11/17/13 mpg reflects its substantial size and power. This model year sits near the middle of the 1990‑2001 reliability window, receiving only four owner complaints—mostly centered on service brakes and hydraulic components—making it one of the more dependable entries in the series, especially compared to the peak of six complaints in 1998. The single recall and low complaint count underscore the 750IL’s reputation for solid construction and long‑term reliability during its era.
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 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 | 12129061870 |
| Front wiper blades | 61618355052 alt 61618361475 |
| Serpentine belt | 11281736744 alt 11281736972 |
| Thermostat | 11531729720 alt 11511705408 |
| Cabin air filter | 64311390836 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Transmission | Automatic 4-spd |
| Overall length | 197.6 in |
| Overall width | 72.8 in |
| Overall height | 55.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 116.1 in |
| Curb weight | 4235 lb |
| 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 60,000 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 1992 model year at the terminus of an early low-activity period, registering four complaints—double the 1990 count and quadruple 1991—while maintaining a single recall and just two technical service bulletins, figures that represent the generation's minimum baseline. This year precedes the significant escalation documented from 1995 onward, when annual TSB counts jumped to between six and seventeen and recalls frequently clustered in groups of three or four, far exceeding the 1992 metrics. The 1992 record shows no fire-related complaints and one crash-associated entry, with reported issues distributed across hydraulic brakes, gasoline fuel system, and visibility categories, though the data does not specify root causes. Given its substantially lower recall exposure and minimal technical service documentation compared to all subsequent years, the 1992 model presents a statistically favorable acquisition opportunity within this generation, contingent on thorough inspection of brake, fuel, and visibility systems.
All 4 complaints on record, top 3 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
THE AIR BAG CONTACT RING LOCKING TAB LOCATED IN THE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY CAN BREAK WITHOUT WARNING. Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LOCKING TAB WITH ONE OF A DIFFERENT DESIGN.
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 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.
EPA figures are 11 city / 17 highway / 13 combined mpg.