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E63 platform

2008 BMW M6 - E63

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2008 M6.

Transmission Automatic (S7)

The 2008 BMW M6, designated E63, is built on the E63 platform and features a 10.4‑quart oil capacity paired with an Automatic (S7) transmission; its EPA fuel economy is 11 mpg city, 17 mpg highway, and 13 mpg combined. Owner complaint data show only two reports, with the most frequent issues involving steering, powertrain, and electrical systems, and a single recall recorded. The model’s complaint history from 2006 through 2019 peaks at seven complaints in 2006 and drops to one in 2017, indicating that the 2008 model year sits near the lower end of the reliability spectrum.

Model year2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2010 2009 2008

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity10.4 qtOEM · verified

Lug nut torque103 ft-lbsOEM · verified

EPA fuel economy11/17/13 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 49 · 900 CCA battery, OE oil filter 11421741000. 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 49 · 900 CCAOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter	11421741000 alt 11427840594
Engine air filter	13727834714 alt 13727834715
Fuel filter	16117373525 alt 16117373470
Spark plug	12120032273
Front wiper blades	61617177375 alt 61617177376
Thermostat	11537836155
Cabin air filter	64319171858

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

Transmission

Automatic (S7)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	191.7 in
Overall width	72.8 in
Overall height	53.9 in
Wheelbase	109.4 in
Curb weight	4398 lb
Track (front / rear)	60.2 / 61.4 in

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined	11 / 17 / 13 mpg
Drivetrain	Rear-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume	82 cu ft
Cargo volume	13 cu ft
Recommended fuel	Premium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the M6 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

4.1–4.9 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 4.10 sec — 2006 Coupe

Year	Trim / engine	0–60	¼ mile	HP	Drivetrain
2006	Coupe 5.0L V10	4.10 sec	12.40 sec	500 hp	RWD
2006	Coupe 5.0L V10	4.10 sec	12.40 sec	500 hp	RWD
2006	Coupe 5.0L V10	4.90 sec	13.50 sec	500 hp	RWD

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 oil drain plug to M12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-6-5-10-2-7-3-8-4-9. 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

Differential Gear Oil Capacity	2.3 Pints
Engine Oil	SYNTHETIC
Engine Oil Capacity	10.4 qt
Power Steering Fluid	Use Pentosin CHF 11S
Power Steering Fluid	ATF

Engine torques

Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug

M12 Bolts: 18.0, M22 Bolts: 44.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts	103 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub	310 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order	1-6-5-10-2-7-3-8-4-9
Spark Plug Manufacturer	BMW

Battery & A/C

Refrigerant	R134a
Oil Group	PAG
Oil Type	46
Standard BCI Group Number	49
Standard BCI Cranking Performance	900 cca
Optional BCI Group Number	49
Optional BCI Cranking Performance	850 cca

Service checks

Pressure Test	29.0 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief	28-32 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature	----- °F

Brakes

Brake Application	WITH 12 inch ROTOR / WITH 13 inch ROTOR
Torque Caliper to Bracket	18-22 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle	81 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad Thickness	Front: 0.145; Rear: 0.145 pads
Brake Application	WITH 12 inch ROTOR / WITH 13 inch ROTOR
Rotor Nominal Thickness From	1.181 in / 0.945 in / 1.417 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To	1.181 in / 0.945 in / 1.417 in
Rotor Minimum Machining	0.031 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages

18 ft. lbs., step 2: 44 ft. lbs, step 3: 40 degrees, step 4: 40

18 ft. lbs

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts

1	29.5 ft. lbs.	29.5 ft. lbs
2	90 degrees	90 degrees
3	90 degrees	90 degrees

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 15,000 mi; spark plugs every 100,000 mi.

Every 15,000 mi	Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 25,000 mi	Brake Linings (inspect)
Every 32,000 mi	Brake System (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (inspect)
Every 100,000 mi	Oxygen Sensor (replace) · Spark Plugs (replace) · Transmission Assembly (drain & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

Owner complaints about the 2008 BMW M6 - E63 dominate in one area — the steering,power train,electrical system, 2 of 2 reports (100%), well ahead of the next concern. None of this vehicle's 1 recall campaigns target the steering,power train,electrical system, so those reports read as owner-reported wear-and-tear rather than an acknowledged defect. 0 of the reports describe a crash and 0 a fire — a small share of the total, but worth weighing against the steering,power train,electrical system pattern above. These are tallies of what owners actually reported to the federal government, not an editorial score — and higher-selling models naturally rack up more reports.

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

Owner complaints

0 involved a crash · 0 a fire

Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

’06 ’07’08’09 ’10 ’13 ’14 ’15 ’16 ’17 ’18 ’19

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 2 complaints on record, top 1 components.

Steering,Power Train,Electrical System2

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

12V126000Electrical System:12V/24V/48V Battery:CablesReported 26/03/2012

BMW IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2010 5-SERIES, MODEL YEAR 2004-2010 6-SERIES, MODEL YEAR 2006-2010 M5, AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2010 M6 VEHICLES. THE INSULATED BULKHEAD CONNECTOR FOR THE POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE MAY… Remedy: BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND SECURE THE BATTERY BOLT CABLE CONNECTION AS NECESSARY, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 30, 2012. OWNERS MAY…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 47 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

Bulletin	Date	Component	Summary
B611305	2024-01-11	Electrical System	The electrical system of BMW vehicles has been subject to an ongoing development process…
B340714	2023-10-13	Service Brakes, Hydraulic	Functional noises (squealing/honking) when braking shortly before the vehicle comes to a…
B340414	2021-04-01	Service Brakes, Air	Diagnosis of Compound Brake System Complaints in M Vehicles: 1. Visible cracks are caused…
B611305	2020-10-01	Electrical System	Discharged Battery Energy Diagnosis Must Be Performed: The electrical system of BMW…
B012417	2018-11-01	Equipment	CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT SETTLEMENT: 6 SERIES (E64) CONVERTIBLE TOP FUNCTION AND OPERATIONAL…

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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VIN

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Build data

Plant, GVWR class, engine and body data for any 17-character VIN.

Recalls

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Vehicles with shared specs

Find every vehicle that shares this one's battery, bulbs, oil capacity, platform or parts.

Group 49 battery Vehicles taking 10.4 qt E63-platform vehicles Engine oil filter 11421741000 Engine air filter 13727834714 Fuel filter 16117373525 Spark plug 12120032273

Reference guides

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

Vehicle recalls & TSBs OBD-II trouble codes Torque specifications Maintenance schedules Fluid capacities & specs

Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2008 M6 take?

10.4 qt of USE ONLY BMW HIGH PERFORMANCE SYNTHETIC MOTOR OIL BMW PART NO. 07510017866 OR EQUIVALENT, per the factory manual.

Does the 2008 M6 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the M6 get?

EPA figures are 11 city / 17 highway / 13 combined mpg.