Vehicles using M60B40 engine list:
- BMW - 540i (210kW) 1992–1995
- BMW - 740i (210kW) 1992–1994
- BMW - 840Ci (210kW) 1993–1996
- BMW - 740i (210kW) 1994–1996
- BMW - 840Ci (210kW) 1995–1999
Recommended oil for engine M60B40 engine.
| Castrol EDGE 0W-40 A3/B4 | |
|---|---|
| ACEA A3/B4 | ✔ |
| API SP | ✔ |
| BMW Longlife-01 | ✔ |
| MB 229.5 | ✔ |
| Porsche A40 | ✔ |
| Renault RN0700/0710 | ✔ |
| VW 502 00/505 00 | ✔ |
| Ford WSS-M2C937-A | ✔ |
| Motul 8100 X‑Max 0W‑40 | |
|---|---|
| ACEA A3/B4 | ✔ |
| API SP | ✔ |
| BMW Longlife‑01 | ✔ |
| MB 229.5 | ✔ |
| Porsche A40 | ✔ |
| VW 502 00 / 505 00 | ✔ |
| Renault RN0700/0710 | ✔ |
| Ford WSS‑M2C937‑A | ✔ |
| Total Quartz 9000 Energy 0W‑40 | |
|---|---|
| ACEA A3/B4 | ✔ |
| API SP | ✔ |
| BMW Longlife‑01 | ✔ |
| MB 229.5 | ✔ |
| Porsche A40 | ✔ |
| VW 502 00 / 505 00 | ✔ |
| Renault RN0700/0710 | ✔ |
| Ford WSS‑M2C937‑A | ✔ |
| Petronas Syntium 7000 0W‑40 | |
|---|---|
| ACEA A3/B4 | ✔ |
| API SP | ✔ |
| BMW Longlife‑01 | ✔ |
| MB 229.5 | ✔ |
| Porsche A40 | ✔ |
| VW 502 00 / 505 00 | ✔ |
| Renault RN0700/0710 | ✔ |
| Ford WSS‑M2C937‑A | ✔ |
Oil specification key
✔ – Meets the required specification
❓ – Not explicitly stated (use caution; check your vehicle manual)
❌ – Does not meet required specification. Use may cause engine issues.
✔ – Meets the required specification
❓ – Not explicitly stated (use caution; check your vehicle manual)
❌ – Does not meet required specification. Use may cause engine issues.
Answer generated by AI.
Oil specifications for M60B40 engine
SAE 5W-30
API SJ
BMW Longlife-98
Most common problems, symptoms & fixes for the M60B40 engine.
Engine M60B40 is known for issues like coolant leaks from the plastic thermostat housing and water pump, leading to overheating. Diagnose by checking for coolant puddles and overheating symptoms. Valve cover gasket leaks are common; inspect for oil seepage around the valve covers. The VANOS system may cause rough idling or power loss; scan for related fault codes. Prevent problems by regularly flushing the cooling system and replacing plastic components with upgraded metal parts if possible. Use high-quality coolant and maintain proper oil levels. For fixes, replace faulty gaskets, thermostat housings, and water pumps promptly to avoid engine damage.