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2007 BMW M Coupe

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2007 M Coupe.

The 2007 BMW M Coupe.

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity6.9 qtOEM · verified
Lug nut torque88 ft-lbsOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 47 · 480 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.

Battery groupBCI 47 · 480 CCAOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter11428683168 alt 11421741000
Engine air filter13717521033 alt 13717542545
Fuel filter16117168284
Spark plug12120022902 alt 12122158253
Battery61217586960 alt 61217586961
Front wiper blades61617054622 alt 61617079659
Thermostat11531318402 alt 11531318274
Cabin air filter64319195194

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length161.8 in
Overall width70.1 in
Overall height50.8 in
Wheelbase98.4 in
Curb weight3230 lb
Track (front / rear)58.3 / 59.1 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)52/48

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake FluidDOT 4
Differential Gear Oil Capacity2.1 Pints
Differential Gear Oil Capacity2.5 Pints
Engine CoolantETHYLENE GLYCOL
Engine OilSYNTHETIC
Engine Oil Capacity6.9 qt
Engine OilSYNTHETIC
Engine Oil Capacity5.8 qt

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts18 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel BoltsAT: 92 ft-lbs, MT: 89 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain PlugM12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts88 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-5-3-6-2-4
Spark Plug ManufacturerBMW

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.26-1.90 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity4.70-6.00 oz
Standard BCI Group Number47
Standard BCI Cranking Performance480 cca
Optional BCI Group Number94R

Service checks

Pressure Test29.0 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief26-30 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature207 °F
Engine Compression130-261 PSI. 29 maximum variation. psi
Engine Compression159-174 PSI.

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket18-22 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle81 ft-lbs / 49 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.145; Rear: 0.145 pads
Rotor Nominal Thickness From0.866 in / 0.75 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To0.866 in / 0.75 in
Rotor Minimum Machining0.031 in
Rotor Discard at or Under0.803 in / 0.685 in
Rotor Finish0.5 - 3.5 μin

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
115 ft. lbs., Step 2: 12015 ft. lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
144 ft. lbs., step 2: 50 degrees, step 3: 5044 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages
125-29 ft. lbs.25–29 ft. lbs
290 degrees90 degrees
390
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 4 stages
122 ft. lbs.22 ft. lbs
290 degrees90 degrees
3bolt 1-1090 degrees
4all turn 90
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
115 ft. lbs., Step 2: 7015 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the spark plugs every 100,000 mi.

Every 25,000 miBrake Linings (inspect)
Every 28,000 miCabin Air Filter (inspect)
Every 30,000 miEngine Coolant System (leak inspection)
Every 31,000 miBrake System (inspect)
Every 100,000 miOxygen Sensor (replace) · Spark Plugs (replace) · Transmission Assembly (drain & refill)

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

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2007 M Coupe take?

6.9 qt of USE ONLY BMW HIGH PERFORMANCE SYNTHETIC MOTOR OIL BMW PART NO. 07510009420 OR EQUIVALENT, per the factory manual.