Maintenance and Fluid Information for 2006 BMW X3 3.0L
For the 2006 BMW X3 3.0L, you will find 5W-40 and 0W-40 in the engine-oil listings. The matching product listings include SAE 5W-40 FS Synthetic European Motor Oil, SAE 0W-40 FS Synthetic European Motor Oil. Those are product matches, not proof that every listed oil meets every requirement for this engine. Check the manufacturer’s oil specification before choosing one.
For the oil change, the listed capacity is 6.6 quarts with filter. The final level still needs to be checked using the manufacturer’s procedure, especially after replacing the filter.
What oil filter is listed for my 2006 BMW X3 3.0L, and what is the part number?
The oil-filter part numbers listed for this vehicle include EA15K08-EA, HU9254x-EA.
How many quarts of oil does my 2006 BMW X3 3.0L take with a filter change?
With the oil filter changed, the listed engine-oil capacity is 6.6 quarts with filter.
What synthetic oil options are available for my 2006 BMW X3 3.0L?
Synthetic engine-oil listings for this vehicle include 5W-40, 0W-40. A synthetic listing does not by itself mean the vehicle manufacturer requires full synthetic oil.
What gear lubricant is listed for my 2006 BMW X3 3.0L?
The differential/gear-lubricant viscosities listed for this vehicle include 75W-140. These are catalog-listed gear-lubricant options, not interchangeable specifications; verify the correct axle, differential type, and manufacturer requirements before selecting one.

