Two-door rear-wheel-drive E93 retractable-hardtop performance convertible · 4.0-liter S65 DOHC V8 (414 hp / 295 lb-ft)
2010 BMW M3 E93 Convertible
BMW's 2010 factory service roster identifies the M3 E93 Convertible as a distinct V8-powered M3 body application.

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Factory configuration
What this model is
- Trim
- M3 E93 Convertible
- Body style
- Two-door rear-wheel-drive E93 retractable-hardtop performance convertible
- Engine
- 4.0-liter S65 DOHC V8 (414 hp / 295 lb-ft)
- Transmission
- 6-speed manual or optional 7-speed M double-clutch transmission
The S65 powertrain and M-specific chassis are not interchangeable with the regular 3 Series; transmission choice is not a separate model.
Configuration-specific ownership
Maintenance for this exact configuration
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Service desk
What this car needs & when
Use this as a service-planning checklist for 2010 BMW M3 E93 Convertible. Start with the interval, confirm which engine or configuration you have, then use an exact ordering reference when one is verified.
- Service topics
- 4
- Factory intervals
- 2
- Fitment-scoped
- 4
- Exact references
- 1
Before orderingIdentify your engine, options and build date.Part numbers and sizes can change within one model year. Shopping links appear only for catalog-backed references; still verify the listing against your vehicle before ordering.
Brake fluid
Sourced interval available
Every two years, or sooner when specified by CBS.
Source: BMW of North America — 2010 1/3/5/6 Series Service and Warranty Information (preserved copy) · Required maintenance services — Brake Fluid Service · checked
Engine air-filter element
Exact reference available
Replace every second engine-oil service; shorten the occurrence interval in dusty use.
Source: BMW of North America — 2010 1/3/5/6 Series Service and Warranty Information (preserved copy) · Maintenance summary, Engine oil — after every 2nd engine-oil change · checked
4.0-liter S65 DOHC V8 (414 hp / 295 lb-ft) — K&N E-2994
K&N E-2994
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 M3 replacement air-filter catalog · 2010 BMW M3 4.0L S65 V8 — E-2994 · checked
Verified ordering references
- Validated equivalentK&N E-2994
Qty. 1 · Round engine air-filter element · catalog-listed
Verify the current manufacturer application listing, VIN, production date, and installed dimensions before purchase.
Catalog: K&N — BMW M3 replacement air-filter catalog · 2010 BMW M3 4.0L S65 V8 — E-2994 · checked
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Ventilation microfilter
Sourced interval available
Replace every two years or with the scheduled brake-fluid change.
Source: BMW of North America — 2010 1/3/5/6 Series Service and Warranty Information (preserved copy) · Maintenance summary, Microfilter · checked
Engine oil filter — catalog fitment
Fitment must be confirmed
Sources
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