Four-door rear-wheel-drive E46 sedan · 2.5-liter M52TU DOHC inline-six (170 hp / 181 lb-ft)
2000 BMW 323i Sedan
BMW's preserved 2000 U.S. service roster identifies the 323i as a distinct E46 body configuration.
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Factory configuration
What this model is
- Trim
- 323i
- Body style
- Four-door rear-wheel-drive E46 sedan
- Engine
- 2.5-liter M52TU DOHC inline-six (170 hp / 181 lb-ft)
- Transmission
- 5-speed manual or optional 4-speed automatic
Sedan, coupe, convertible, and Sports Wagon body hardware differs; standalone option packages are not separate configurations.
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| Configuration | Engine | Transmission | Body |
|---|---|---|---|
| Current carBMW 323i Sedan | 2.5-liter M52TU DOHC inline-six (170 hp / 181 lb-ft) | 5-speed manual or optional 4-speed automatic | Four-door rear-wheel-drive E46 sedan |
| BMW 323Ci Coupe | 2.5-liter M52TU DOHC inline-six (170 hp / 181 lb-ft) | 5-speed manual or optional 4-speed automatic | Two-door rear-wheel-drive E46 coupe |
| BMW 323Ci Convertible | 2.5-liter M52TU DOHC inline-six (170 hp / 181 lb-ft) | 5-speed manual or optional 4-speed automatic | Two-door rear-wheel-drive E46 convertible |
| BMW 323iT Sports Wagon | 2.5-liter M52TU DOHC inline-six (170 hp / 181 lb-ft) | 5-speed manual or optional 4-speed automatic | Five-door rear-wheel-drive E46 Sports Wagon |
| BMW 328i Sedan | 2.8-liter M52TU DOHC inline-six (193 hp / 206 lb-ft) | 5-speed manual or optional 4-speed automatic | Four-door rear-wheel-drive E46 sedan |
| BMW 328Ci Coupe | 2.8-liter M52TU DOHC inline-six (193 hp / 206 lb-ft) | 5-speed manual or optional 4-speed automatic | Two-door rear-wheel-drive E46 coupe |
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Service desk
What this car needs & when
Use this as a service-planning checklist for 2000 BMW 323i Sedan. Start with the interval, confirm which engine or configuration you have, then use an exact ordering reference when one is verified.
- Service topics
- 9
- Scheduled topics
- 4
- Applicability stated
- 9
- Exact references
- 1
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Engine oil and filterView intervals, applicability and sources
Engine oil and filter
Fitment must be confirmed
At each indicated Engine Oil Service and Inspection service; no fixed mileage is claimed.
Source: BMW — 2000 323i sedan (E46) service-indicator schedule, preserved by Operation CHARM · Indicated Engine Oil Service and Inspection I/II · checked
Inspection IView intervals, applicability and sources
Inspection I
Fitment must be confirmed
Perform when the service indicator calls for Inspection I.
Source: BMW — 2000 323i sedan (E46) service-indicator schedule, preserved by Operation CHARM · Indicated Inspection Service I · checked
Inspection II
Perform when the service indicator calls for Inspection II; includes Inspection I plus the additional published tasks.
Source: BMW — 2000 323i sedan (E46) service-indicator schedule, preserved by Operation CHARM · Indicated Inspection Service II · checked
MicrofiltersView intervals, applicability and sources
Microfilters
Fitment must be confirmed
Replace at each indicated Engine Oil Service and Inspection; shorten in dusty operation.
Source: BMW — 2000 323i sedan (E46) service-indicator schedule, preserved by Operation CHARM · Indicated Engine Oil Service and Inspection I — microfilter replacement · checked
Engine air-cleaner elementView intervals, applicability and sources
Engine air-cleaner element
Fitment must be confirmed
Replace at Inspection II; shorten in dusty operation.
Source: BMW — 2000 323i sedan (E46) service-indicator schedule, preserved by Operation CHARM · Indicated Inspection Service II — intake air-cleaner replacement · checked
Brake fluidView intervals, applicability and sources
Brake fluid
Sourced interval available
Source: BMW — 2000 323i sedan (E46) service-indicator schedule, preserved by Operation CHARM · Additional Services / Inspection I — every two years · checked
Engine coolantView intervals, applicability and sources
Engine coolant
Sourced interval available
Source: BMW — 2000 323i sedan (E46) service-indicator schedule, preserved by Operation CHARM · Additional Services / Inspection I — every four years · checked
Spark plugsView intervals, applicability and sources
Spark plugs
Sourced interval available
Source: BMW — 2000 323i sedan (E46) service-indicator schedule, preserved by Operation CHARM · 100,000-mile normal/additional-service row · checked
Oxygen sensorView intervals, applicability and sources
Oxygen sensor
Sourced interval available
Source: BMW — 2000 323i sedan (E46) service-indicator schedule, preserved by Operation CHARM · 100,000-mile normal/additional-service row · checked
Engine oil filter — catalog fitmentView intervals, applicability and sources
Engine oil filter — catalog fitment
Exact reference available
2.5-liter M52TU DOHC inline-six (170 hp / 181 lb-ft) — K&N HP-7007
K&N HP-7007
Manufacturer-catalog replacement-part fitment only; it does not establish a BMW service interval. Confirm the VIN, production date, engine, and installed filter dimensions before ordering.
Source: K&N — BMW E46 325i/330i replacement oil-filter catalog · 2000 BMW E46 M52/M54/M56/S54 gasoline — HP-7007 · checked
Verified ordering references
- Validated equivalentK&N HP-7007
Qty. 1 · Cartridge replacement oil filter · catalog-listed
Verify the current manufacturer application listing, VIN, production date, and installed dimensions before purchase.
Catalog: K&N — BMW E46 325i/330i replacement oil-filter catalog · 2000 BMW E46 M52/M54/M56/S54 gasoline — HP-7007 · checked
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2.5-liter M52TU DOHC inline-six (170 hp / 181 lb-ft) — K&N HP-7007
K&N HP-7007
Manufacturer-catalog replacement-part fitment only; it does not establish a BMW service interval. Confirm the VIN, production date, engine, and installed filter dimensions before ordering.
Source: K&N — BMW E46 325i/330i replacement oil-filter catalog · 2000 BMW E46 M52/M54/M56/S54 gasoline — HP-7007 · checked
Verified ordering references
- Validated equivalentK&N HP-7007
Qty. 1 · Cartridge replacement oil filter · catalog-listed
Verify the current manufacturer application listing, VIN, production date, and installed dimensions before purchase.
Catalog: K&N — BMW E46 325i/330i replacement oil-filter catalog · 2000 BMW E46 M52/M54/M56/S54 gasoline — HP-7007 · checked
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