Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2010 M Coupe Coupe.
The 2010 BMW M Coupe Coupe.
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 48 Turbo · 760 Turbo CCA battery, OE oil filter 11428683168. 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 | 11428683168 alt 11427953129 |
| Engine air filter | 13717582908 alt 13717556961 |
| Fuel filter | 16117168284 |
| Spark plug | 12120037663 alt 12122158253 |
| Battery | 61217598775 |
| Front wiper blades | 61612151749 |
| Thermostat | 11537549476 |
| Cabin air filter | 64319195194 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 196.9 in |
| Overall width | 74.8 in |
| Overall height | 61.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 120.9 in |
| Curb weight | 4707 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 63.8 / 64.2 in |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 88 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to M12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-5-3-6-2-4. 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.
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | BMW part number 83222152426 |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity | 10.5-11.5 |
| Brake Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Differential Gear Oil Capacity | 2.2 Pints |
| Engine Coolant | ETHYLENE GLYCOL |
| Engine Oil | SYNTHETIC |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 6.9 qt |
| Manual Transmission Fluid | BMW MTF part number 83227533818 |
| Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts | 18 ft-lbs |
| Engine Flywheel Bolts | AT: 92 ft-lbs, MT: 89 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 11 ft-lbs |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 15 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 11 ft-lbs |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | M12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 88 ft-lbs |
| Rear Wheel Hub | 184 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-5-3-6-2-4 |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | BMW |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Capacity | 1.26-1.90 lbs |
| Oil Group | PAG |
| Oil Type | 46 |
| Oil Capacity | 4.70-6.00 oz |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 48 Turbo |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 760 Turbo cca |
| Optional BCI Group Number | 94R Turbo |
| Pressure Test | 29 psi |
| Radiator Cap Pressure Relief | 26-30 psi |
| Thermostat Opening Temperature | 207 °F |
| Engine Compression | 203-232 PSI. 29 maximum variation. psi |
| Torque to Knuckle | 81 ft-lbs |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.145; Rear: 0.145 pads |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness From | 0.945 in / 0.787 in / 1.181 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness To | 0.945 in / 0.787 in / 1.181 in |
| Rotor Discard at or Under | 0.882 in / 0.724 in / 1.118 in |
| 1 | 15 ft. lbs., Step 2: 137 | 15 ft. lbs |
Prep Do not reuse old bolts
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | Bolts 1-10 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 4 | 45 degrees | 45 degrees |
Prep Do not reuse old bolts
| 1 | 22.0 ft. lbs. | 22 ft. lbs |
| 2 | 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 3 | Bolts 1-10 90 degrees | 90 degrees |
| 4 | 45 degrees | 45 degrees |
| 1 | 15 ft. lbs., Step 2: 70 | 15 ft. lbs |
Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.
Under the factory schedule, replace the spark plugs every 45,000 mi.
| Every 45,000 mi | Spark Plugs (replace) |
| Every 100,000 mi | Transmission Assembly (drain & refill) |
| At 120,000 mi | Oxygen Sensor (replace) |
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6.9 qt of USE ONLY BMW HIGH PERFORMANCE SYNTHETIC MOTOR OIL BMW PART NO. 07510009420 OR EQUIVALENT, per the factory manual.