Vehicles using N53B30 engine list:
- BMW - 325i (160kW) 2005–2013
- BMW - 525i (160kW) 2007–2010
- BMW - 525i xDrive (160kW) 2007–2010
- BMW - 325i (160kW) 2007–2013
- BMW - 330xi (200kW) 2007–2008
- BMW - 330i (200kW) 2007–2010
- BMW - 330i (200kW) 2007–2013
- BMW - 523i (150kW) 2010–2011
- BMW - 528i (190kW) 2010–2011
- BMW - 330i (200kW) 2010–2013
- BMW - 530i (200kW) 2010–2013
- BMW - 530i (190kW) 2010–2013
- BMW - 523i (155kW) 2010–2011
Recommended oil for engine N53B30 engine.
| Castrol EDGE 5W-30 LL | |
|---|---|
| SAE 5W-30 | ✔ |
| ACEA C3 | ✔ |
| VW 504.00/507.00 | ✔ |
| MB 229.31/229.51 | ✔ |
| Porsche C30 | ✔ |
| BMW Longlife-04 | ✔ |
| Dexos2 | ✔ |
| Motul 8100 5W‑30 X‑Clean | |
|---|---|
| SAE 5W‑30 | ✔ |
| ACEA C3 | ✔ |
| VW 504.00 / 507.00 | ✔ |
| MB 229.31 / 229.51 | ✔ |
| Porsche C30 | ✔ |
| BMW Longlife‑04 | ✔ |
| GM dexos2 | ❌ |
| RAVENOL VMP 5W‑30 | |
|---|---|
| SAE 5W‑30 | ✔ |
| ACEA C3 | ✔ |
| VW 504.00 / 507.00 | ✔ |
| MB 229.51 | ✔ |
| Porsche C30 | ✔ |
| BMW Longlife‑04 | ✔ |
| GM dexos2 | ✔ |
| Pennzoil Platinum Euro Full Synthetic 5W‑30 | |
|---|---|
| SAE 5W‑30 | ✔ |
| ACEA C3 | ✔ |
| VW 504.00 / 507.00 | ✔ |
| MB 229.31 / 229.51 | ✔ |
| Porsche C30 | ✔ |
| BMW Longlife‑04 | ✔ |
| GM dexos2 | ✔ |
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 N53B30 engine
SAE 5W-30
BMW Longlife-01
BMW Longlife-01 FE
Most common problems, symptoms & fixes for the N53B30 engine.
Engine N53B30 is known for issues with the high-pressure fuel pump (HPFP) and ignition coils, leading to misfires and rough idling. Diagnosis involves checking for fault codes related to fuel pressure and ignition misfires. Preventive maintenance includes regular replacement of ignition coils and spark plugs every 60,000 km. The direct injection system can suffer from carbon buildup on intake valves; periodic walnut blasting helps prevent this. Fuel filter replacement is crucial to avoid HPFP failure. If HPFP fails, replacement is the solution. Monitoring fuel quality and timely oil changes also enhance engine longevity and performance.