1997 BMW 318ic Oil and Lubricants

Valvoline High Performance Synthetic Gear Oil is the thermally stabile extreme pressure lubricant that offers outstanding protection for gearboxes and differentials in passenger cars, light trucks, and sport utility vehicles. Combined with high quality synthetic base oils, our formula’s superior additives help reliably safeguard against severe temperatures, shock loads, foaming, scuffing, scouring, corrosion and pitting in high load, high torque and high horsepower conditions. Can be used in conventional and limited slip hypoid differentials where GL-5 is specified as well as non-synchronized manual transmissions that require GL-4. Protect your gears with Valvoline, the #1 gear oil brand.

Product Features:

• HIGH PERFORMANCE EXTREME-PRESSURE ADDITIVES HELP MINIMIZE WEAR in high pressure and high temperature conditions
• EXCEPTIONAL HIGH AND LOW TEMPERATURE PROTECTION can easily handle both winter and summer conditions for dependable coverage and protection year-round
• REDUCES CHATTERING AND PROTECTS GEAR TEETH from oxidation, rust, and wear
• FIGHTS CORROSION AND RUST with emulsifying agents and safeguards against impurities, oxidation and thermal breakdown
• SUPERIOR ADDITIVES help reliably safeguard against severe temperatures, shock loads, foaming, scuffing, scouring, corrosion and pitting in high load, high torque and high horsepower conditions

Formulated to meet the specific requirements of Toyota, Lexus, and scion vehicles equipped with conventional (non-CVT) transmissions that require the use of ATF T-IV. Recommended for service-fill in all Toyota, Lexus, and Scion automatic transmissions where ATF T-IV is specified. Fuel economy demands and more sophisticated electronic controls have made automatic transmissions not only more complex, but also unique to each vehicle manufacturer. Long gone are the days of having just a couple choices of automatic transmission fluid type. IDEMITSU is the factory fill Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) supplier to most Asian imports. IDEMITSU application-specific ATF products match the exact friction materials and performance requirements of each different vehicle model for which they are made.

Product Features:

• Excellent resistance to oxidation and thermal breakdown provide long fluid life and extended protection
• Precisely engineered frictional characteristics guarantee smooth shifting and outstanding anti-shudder performance
• Provides superior cleanliness, maintaining the transmission free of sludge and varnish deposits
• Excellent seal compatibility and conditioning reduces risk of fluid leaks due to seal shrinkage, hardening and cracking
• Advanced anti-wear technology provides maximum protection to gears and bearings
• Excellent seal compatibility and conditioning reduces risk of fluid leaks due to seal shrinkage, hardening and cracking

Quaker State 10W-40 conventional motor oil helps engines survive daily commutes from high-speed highway operation to repetitive, stop-and-go driving. It maintains the required viscosity from start to finish, providing optimal protection. Quaker State Motor Oil combats engine sludge and deposits, providing rust protection from harmful acids generated by engine contaminants. It reduces engine wear, providing durable wear protection. Quaker State 10W-40 Motor Oil exceeds the requirements of the following industry specifications: API SN and all previous categories. For a full list of equipment approvals and recommendations, please consult your local Quaker State Technical Help Desk and always consult your owners manual.

Product Features:

• Conventional 10W-40 that provides durable wear protection and reduces engine wear
• Provides corrosion protection against harmful acids generated by engine contaminants
• Maintains viscosity from start to finish, providing optimal oil film protection
• Helps engines survive daily commutes from high-speed highway operation to repetitive, stop-and-go driving
• Combats engine sludge and deposits
• Formulated to exceed the requirements of industry specification API SN and all previous categories
• Formerly known as Quaker State Advanced Durability 10W-40 motor oil
• Rust Protection: Provides rust protection from harmful acids generated by engine contaminants, extending the life of your engine.

Give your higher mileage engine the care it deserves with Mobil 1 High Mileage full-synthetic motor oil 10W-40. This formula utilizes Mobil 1’s signature Triple Action Formula to deliver outstanding engine performance, protection, and cleanliness to vehicles with over 75,000 miles. Mobil 1 High Mileage motor oil extends engine life by reducing friction and preventing deposits and sludge buildup, keeping critical engine parts clean and protected for up to 10,000 miles between oil changes. (1) Mobil 1 helps to keep your engine running at lower temperatures (2) and is proven to cool engine temperatures by over 10%. (3) Mobil 1 High Mileage full-synthetic motor oil 10W-40 also helps control oxidation to prevent oil breakdown and is recommended by ExxonMobil for all types of modern cars, SUVs, light vans, and light trucks, including those with high-performance, turbocharged, supercharged, multi-valve, or fuel-injected engines. Mobil 1 is America’s #1 selling synthetic motor oil brand at retail, (4) trusted and recommended by car builders and experienced mechanics, and is the Official Motor Oil of NASCAR. ( (1) Protects for up to 10,000 miles or 1 year, whichever comes first. To learn more about the Mobil 1 Limited Warranty, visit Mobil.US. (2) Compared to conventional oil. (3) Based on proprietary engine testing¿results may vary. (4) Source: The NPD Group/ Retail Tracking Service/ Dollar Sales/ PCMO full-synthetic/ 52 weeks ending Feb 25, 2023)

Product Features:

• Mobil 1 high mileage full-synthetic engine oil 10w-40 is designed for engines with over 75,000 miles to go up to 10,000 miles between oil changes. (1)
• Utilizes Mobil 1’s signature triple action formula to deliver outstanding engine performance, protection, and cleanliness
• Meets ilsac gf-6 standards to help provide low-speed pre-ignition (lspi) and timing chain wear protection while keeping your engine clean and helping to improve your fuel economy
• Provides excellent internal engine heat protection (up to 500 degrees f) and low temperature protection (to -30 degrees f)
• Mobil 1 is specially formulated to help remove sludge and lower engine temperatures
• Manufacturer part number: 103536

Castrol GTX High Mileage motor oil is the leading consumer high-mileage brand. You won’t need to worry about using a high mileage oil or synthetic because this is both. It’s a synthetic blend engine oil that helps extend the life of your engine by protecting against sludge, wear and burn-off and also liquid engineered to protect your emission system. One of the leading causes of ‘check engine’ lights coming on in high mileage cars is actually catalytic converter failure, which can be caused by phosphorous in engine oil. While phosphorous is present in all engine oils for its ability to reduce wear, it is effectively poisonous to catalytic converters. Castrol GTX High Mileage Motor Oil is liquid engineered with Phosphorous Replacement Technology to replace some of the phosphorous with an advanced additive that maintains robust wear protection. When you want to extend the life of your high mileage engine and emission system and find out how many miles you can go on a high-mileage oil, there is no better choice than Castrol GTX High Mileage Motor Oil.

Product Features:

• Phosphorus Replacement Technology to help extend the life of the emission system
• Superior dispersancy that fights sludge build up
• Exceptional oil burn-off protection exceeding industry standards (Based on API and ACEA volatility specifications)
• Improved fuel economy (In 5W-20, 5W-30 and 10W-30 grades versus industry specifications)
• Synthetic Blend Composition: Castrol GTX High Mileage Motor Oil is a synthetic blend, offering the benefits of both conventional and synthetic oils for superior engine protection.
• Extended Engine Life: Designed to protect against sludge, wear, and burn-off, this motor oil helps extend the life of high mileage engines.
• Optimal Viscosity: With an SAE oil weight of 10W-30, this motor oil provides excellent performance in a wide range of temperatures, ensuring reliable engine protection.

FRAM Engine Oil SAE 5W-20 utilizes a blend of high-quality conventional and synthetic base stocks coupled with a robust additive system to provide reliable engine protection across a broad range of operating conditions. Specifically formulated for use in modern gas-direct engines (GDI) and turbo gas-direct engines (TGDI) as well as older carbureted or normally fuel injected gasoline engine designs. FRAM Engine Oil SAE 5W-20 contains additive technology designed to prevent low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI) while also providing increased wear protection, oxidation and shear stability over previous oil categories. FRAM Engine Oil SAE 5W-20 meets the requirements for API SP, SN Plus, SN, SM and ILSAC GF-6A, GF-5 and earlier API and ILSAC Service Categories.

Product Features:

• Low-speed pre-ignition control
• Chain wear protection
• Piston cleanliness
• Turbo-compatibility
• Always refer to your vehicles operating manual to select the correct grade oil for your engine.
• Reliable engine protection: FRAM Conventional Oil 5W20 1 QT utilizes a blend of high-quality conventional and synthetic base stocks coupled with a robust additive system to provide reliable engine protection across a broad range of operating conditions.

Castrol® EDGE® Extended Performance is Castrol’s most advanced full synthetic motor oil. It provides ultimate performance and the strength to enable an extended drain of 20,000 miles or a full year (whichever comes first).

Product Features:

• Approved and Licensed Specifications include: API SP/SN PLUS, ILSAC GF-6, GM dexos1 Gen 2, ACEA A5/B5, ACEA C2, Ford WSS-M2C961-A1, Meets engine test performance of Chrysler MS-6395 and MS-13340
• 10X Better High Temperature Performance (Seq IIIH test vs. API SP limit)
• 6X Better Wear Protection (Based on Seq IVA vs. latest test limit)

FRAM Engine Oil Full Synthetic SAE 5W-20 is a full synthetic motor oil blended with high quality synthetic base stocks and the latest additive technology to meet the stringent API: SP, SN, SM, SL, SJ, GM dexos®1 Gen 2 and ILSAC GF-6A specifications to provide the ultimate protection for your engine. Specifically formulated for the rigorous environment of gas-direct engine (GDI) and turbo gas-direct engine (TGDI) designs as well as providing increased protection for carbureted or normally fuel injected engines. FRAM Engine Oil Full Synthetic SAE 5W-20 contains additive technology designed to prevent low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI). LSPI can lead to pre-mature engine failure and is a major concern of the automotive industry for vehicles employing GDI or TGDI technology. This oil also provides increased wear protection, oxidation and shear stability over previous oil categories. FRAM Engine Oil Full Synthetic SAE 5W-20 and is a fully licensed GM dexos®1 Gen 2 motor oil.

Product Features:

• Faster oil flow at start-up
• Fuel efficiency gains over heavier grade oils
• Excellent sludge and varnish protection
• Outstanding thermal and oxidation stability
• Lowers oil vaporization and consumption at extreme conditions
• ALWAYS REFER TO YOUR VEHICLES OPERATING MANUAL TO SELECT THE CORRECT GRADE OIL FOR YOUR ENGINE.
• Ultimate Engine Protection: FRAM Engine Oil Full Synthetic SAE 5W-20 meets stringent API: SP, SN, SM, SL, SJ, GM dexos«1 Gen 2, and ILSAC GF-6A specifications, ensuring top-tier protection for your engine.
• Advanced Additive Technology: Specifically formulated to prevent low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI), a major concern for GDI and TGDI engines, thereby reducing the risk of pre-mature engine failure.
• Versatile Compatibility: Suitable for gas-direct engine (GDI), turbo gas-direct engine (TGDI), carbureted, and normally fuel-injected engines, making it a versatile choice for various engine types.
• Fully Licensed GM dexos«1 Gen 2: This oil is fully licensed as GM dexos«1 Gen 2 motor oil, ensuring it meets the high standards required by General Motors for optimal engine performance.

FRAM Full Synthetic High Mileage SAE 5W-20 is a full synthetic motor oil blended with high quality synthetic base stocks and and enhanced additives that meet the stringent API: SP, SN, SM, SL, SJ, and ILSAC GF-6A specifications while reducing leaks and oil consumption in worn or higher mileage engines. Formulated with synthetic base stocks, this oil offers increased oxidation inhibition performance as well as increased high and low temperature performance when compared against conventional oils. The FRAM Full Synthetic High Mileage SAE 5W-20 is formulated to help clean out sludge buildup and keep engines running clean and with increased efficiency and power. Specially designed for engines with over 75,000 miles, the FRAM Full Synthetic High Mileage SAE 5W-20 provides the ultimate protection for your higher mileage engine. Specifically formulated for the rigorous environment of gas-direct engine (GDI) and turbo gas-direct engine (TGDI) designs as well as providing increased protection for carbureted or normally fuel injected engines. FRAM Full Synthetic High Mileage SAE 5W-20 contains additive technology designed to prevent low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI). LSPI can lead to pre-mature engine failure and is a major concern of the automotive industry for vehicles employing GDI or TGDI technology. This oil also provides increased wear protection, oxidation and shear stability for higher mileage vehicles over previous oil categories.

Product Features:

• Faster oil flow at start-up
• Fuel efficiency gains over heavier grade oils
• Reduces oil cumsumption
• Excellent sludge and varnish protection
• Slows engine leaks
• Outstanding thermal and oxidation stability
• Lowers oil vaporization and consumption at extreme conditions
• ALWAYS REFER TO YOUR VEHICLES OPERATING MANUAL TO SELECT THE CORRECT GRADE OIL FOR YOUR ENGINE.
• Protection for Advanced Engine Designs: Specifically designed for gas-direct engine (GDI) and turbo gas-direct engine (TGDI) designs, providing increased protection and preventing low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI) which can lead to premature engine failure.
• Increased Wear Protection and Stability: Provides increased wear protection, oxidation, and shear stability for higher mileage vehicles, ensuring long-lasting engine performance and reliability.

FRAM Engine Oil Full Synthetic SAE 5W-20 is a full synthetic motor oil blended with high quality synthetic base stocks and the latest additive technology to meet the stringent API: SP, SN, SM, SL, SJ, GM dexos®1 Gen 2 and ILSAC GF-6A specifications to provide the ultimate protection for your engine. Specifically formulated for the rigorous environment of gas-direct engine (GDI) and turbo gas-direct engine (TGDI) designs as well as providing increased protection for carbureted or normally fuel injected engines. FRAM Engine Oil Full Synthetic SAE 5W-20 contains additive technology designed to prevent low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI). LSPI can lead to pre-mature engine failure and is a major concern of the automotive industry for vehicles employing GDI or TGDI technology. This oil also provides increased wear protection, oxidation and shear stability over previous oil categories. FRAM Engine Oil Full Synthetic SAE 5W-20 and is a fully licensed GM dexos®1 Gen 2 motor oil.

Product Features:

• Faster oil flow at start-up
• Fuel efficiency gains over heavier grade oils
• Excellent sludge and varnish protection
• Outstanding thermal and oxidation stability
• Lowers oil vaporization and consumption at extreme conditions
• ALWAYS REFER TO YOUR VEHICLES OPERATING MANUAL TO SELECT THE CORRECT GRADE OIL FOR YOUR ENGINE.
• Ultimate Engine Protection: FRAM Engine Oil Full Synthetic SAE 5W-20 meets stringent API: SP, SN, SM, SL, SJ, GM dexos«1 Gen 2, and ILSAC GF-6A specifications, ensuring top-tier protection for your engine.
• Advanced Additive Technology: Specifically formulated to prevent low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI), a major concern for vehicles with gas-direct engine (GDI) and turbo gas-direct engine (TGDI) designs, reducing the risk of pre-mature engine failure.
• Enhanced Wear Protection: Provides increased wear protection, oxidation, and shear stability over previous oil categories, extending the life of your engine.
• Versatile Compatibility: Suitable for a variety of engine types, including GDI, TGDI, carbureted, and normally fuel-injected engines, making it a versatile choice for many vehicles.

FRAM Conventional High Mileage 10W30 Engine Oil is specially designed with enhanced  additives to help reduce leaks and oil consumption in worn or higher mileage engines. This oil is formulated to help clean out sludge buildup and keep engines running clean and with  increased efficiency and power. They are specially designed for engines with over 75,000 miles.  FRAM Conventional High Mileage 10W30 Engine Oil will protect domestic and imported vehicles and  equipment powered with either gasoline or light duty diesel engines – even those that are turbo charged or super-charged. This high-quality oil is specifically formulated to meet or exceed  all new car manufacturers’ warranty requirements as well as the stringent industry standards API  SP/CF, and 10W30 grade will also meet or exceed the ILSAC GF-6A Resource Conserving Service Category.

Product Features:

• Formulated with a unique combination of premium base oils and an enhanced additive system
• Provides increased protection in higher mileage engines
• Helps restore seal condition to reduce oil consumption
• Increases protection against high temperature deposits and ring sticking
• Always refer to your vehicles operating manual to select the correct grade oil for your engine.
• Specially formulated for high mileage engines: FRAM High Mileage 10W30 Engine Oil is designed with enhanced additives to help reduce leaks and oil consumption in worn or higher mileage engines, making it the perfect choice for vehicles with over 75,000 miles.

Castrol GTX High Mileage motor oil is the leading consumer high-mileage brand. You won’t need to worry about using a high mileage oil or synthetic because this is both. It’s a synthetic blend engine oil that helps extend the life of your engine by protecting against sludge, wear and burn-off and also liquid engineered to protect your emission system. One of the leading causes of ‘check engine’ lights coming on in high mileage cars is actually catalytic converter failure, which can be caused by phosphorous in engine oil. While phosphorous is present in all engine oils for its ability to reduce wear, it is effectively poisonous to catalytic converters. Castrol GTX High Mileage Motor Oil is liquid engineered with Phosphorous Replacement Technology to replace some of the phosphorous with an advanced additive that maintains robust wear protection. When you want to extend the life of your high mileage engine and emission system and find out how many miles you can go on a high-mileage oil, there is no better choice than Castrol GTX High Mileage Motor Oil.

Product Features:

• Phosphorus replacement technology to help extend the life of the emission system
• Superior dispersancy that fights sludge build up
• Exceptional oil burn-off protection exceeding industry standards (based on api and acea volatility specifications)
• Improved fuel economy (in 5w-20, 5w-30 and 10w-30 grades versus industry specifications)
• Part synthetic oil: GTX High Mileage Engine Oil is a part synthetic oil that provides extra protection for older vehicles, making it an ideal choice for high mileage engines.
• Protects against sludge, wear and burn-off: This synthetic blend engine oil helps extend the life of your engine by protecting against sludge, wear and burn-off, ensuring that your engine runs smoothly for longer.

Valvoline Daily Protection Motor Oil is specially formulated to exceed industry standards for wear, deposit and sludge protection to help keep engines running like new. Developed with high quality additives and premium base oils, it’s designed to flow easily at cold temperatures, reducing wear at startup and providing added protection against motor oil breakdown in tough conditions. For enhanced fuel efficiency, choose Daily Protection Synthetic Blend 5W-20 or 5W-30. Developed with low-friction technology to support strong fuel economy.

Product Features:

• Extra wear protection designed to help keep automotive engine parts like new
• Added detergents help protect against sludge and deposits
• High quality additives resist motor oil breakdown in tough conditions
• Low-friction formula supports strong fuel efficiency
• Premium formulation flows easily at low temperatures reducing wear at start-up

Sludge can block your engine’s vital oilways like cholesterol and if untreated, can rob an engine of its power and ultimately its life. Castrol GTX is a premium conventional motor oil that has been helping to extend engine life for over 50 years. It has evolved to meet the needs of consumers and vehicle manufacturers since 1968 and continues to innovate and remain a trusted brand today. Severe driving conditions such as heavy traffic, poor fuel quality, harsh driving conditions and exceeding oil change intervals can all cause the build-up of a thick, tar like substance called sludge. If untreated, it can rob a car’s engine of its power and ultimately its life. GTX is specially engineered to prevent harmful build-up of sludge while protecting against new oil splatter formation better than tough industry standards. Help Extend the Life of Your Engine with Castrol GTX.

Product Features:

• Superior protection against engine sludge (when tested in engines with a high level of sludge)
• Advanced protection against viscosity and thermal breakdown
• Premium quality base oils and anti-wear additives to help extend the life of your engine
• Helps minimize oil consumption
• Unsurpassed thermal breakdown protection: GTX Engine Oil, 10W-40 provides superior protection against thermal breakdown, ensuring that your engine stays protected even under extreme temperatures.
• Prevents harmful sludge build-up: GTX Engine Oil, 10W-40 is specially engineered to prevent the build-up of harmful sludge, which can rob your engine of its power and ultimately its life.

CASTROL EDGE High Mileage 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil 1 Quart is the perfect choice for vehicles with over 75K miles. It is formulated with Fluid Titanium Technology that provides 10X better high-temperature performance and 6X better wear protection. The oil is designed with Phosphorus Replacement Technology that preserves the catalytic converter and the emission system. It meets API SP/SN PLUS, ILSAC GF-6, GM dexos1 Gen 2, and other OEM specifications. Castrol EDGE High Mileage is a full synthetic motor oil that offers superior performance and protection for high mileage engines. It is available in different grades, including 5W-20, 5W-30, and 10W-30. Try Castrol EDGE High Mileage today and extend the life of your engine.

Product Features:

• 10x better high temperature performance – as measured in seq iiih engine test vs. api sp limit
• 6x better wear protection – as measured in seq iva test vs. latest test limit
• From the makers of the No. 1 high mileage brand
• Meets api sp/sn plus, ilsac gf-6, gm dexos1 gen 2, meets ford wss-m2c961-a1 and wss-m2c946-b1, meets engine test requirements of chrysler ms 6395 and 13340
• Castrol edge offers engine oils that meet oem specification approvals or licenses that cover over 97.3% of the us car parc.
• Available in the following grades: 5w-20, 5w-30, 10w-30, and 10w-40
• Try castrol edge high mileage today

CASTROL EDGE 5W-20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil 1 Quart is the perfect choice for drivers who want the best engine performance. This oil is Castrol’s strongest oil, formulated with Fluid TITANIUM Technology, which provides maximum sludge protection, wear protection, and engine performance. It is 3X stronger against viscosity breakdown than traditional oils, 10X better in high-temperature performance, and 6X better in wear protection. This oil meets API SP/SN PLUS, ILSAC GF-6, ACEA A1/B1, and other industry standards. It is a full synthetic oil with an SAE weight of 5W-20, which means it is suitable for use in most modern engines. With Castrol EDGE, you can unlock maximum performance with every drive.

Product Features:

• 3x stronger against viscosity breakdown than the leading full synthetic – based on kurt orbahn test in 5W-30 grade
• 10x better high temperature performance – as measured in seq iiih engine test vs. api sp limit
• 6x better wear protection – as measured in seq iva test vs. latest test limit
• Meets api sp/sn plus, ilsac gf-6, acea a1/b1, acea c5, gm dexos1 gen 2, meets ford wss-m2c960-a1 and wss-m2c945-b1, meets engine test requirements of chrysler ms 6395
• Syntec Power Technology: The reformulated EDGE Engine Oil with Syntec Power Technology provides even better performance, making it the perfect choice for drivers who demand the best from their engines.
• Full Synthetic Oil Composition: The oil composition of EDGE Engine Oil is full synthetic, providing superior protection against sludge buildup and wear, ensuring maximum engine performance.

5 fl. oz. Tube – A 100% synthetic formula, coupled with real ceramic solids make this premium brake lubricant our longest lasting, most temperature resistant way to silence brake noise. Effective from -50F to 3000F (-46C to 1649C), this product maintains its lubricating integrity under the most extreme conditions. Resistant to corrosion and contaminants, it will not wash out. Suggested Applications: Disc brake caliper hardware, bushings, pistons, rubber sleeves and seals. DIRECTIONS:

Product Features:

• Clean parts to be lubricated with Permatex® Brake and Parts Cleaner
• Apply small amount to caliper hardware, backing plates, bushings and seals to create uniform surface areas and prevent noise. Safe on rubber seals and plastic.
• Lubricant may also be used as a noise suppressor to eliminate caliper brake squeal by applying to the BACK of the brake pad.
• DO NOT APPLY TO ANY BRAKING SURFACES. TECHNICAL DATA SHEET