Brake fluid
Every 24 months
24 months
Time-based replacement, whatever the mileage.
Source [1]E46 · 1998–2001
BMW Série 3 320d E46 · 136 hp (1998 to 2001)
The BMW Série 3 320d of the E46 generation uses the M47D20 diesel engine with 136 hp.
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- Fuel
- Diesel
- Power
- 136 PS / 100 kW
- Displacement
- 1 951 cm³
- Cylinders
- 4
- Engine code
- M47D20
- Period covered
- 1998–2001
- Documented market
- Europe
Transmission
- Manual · 5 speeds
- Automatic · 5 speeds
Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.
Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet
This version
136 hp (100 kW), rear-wheel drive, 5-speed manual or 5-speed automatic. Built from 1998 to 2001.
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In the range
It sits between the 318d (115 hp) and the 320d (150 hp). The M47D20 engine is also fitted to: BMW X3 (E83).
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Maintenance and records
Questions about this version (2)
Which engine is in the BMW Série 3 320d E46?
The M47D20 diesel engine (1 951 cc), 136 hp (100 kW).
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Which oil for the BMW Série 3 320d?
A BMW Longlife-approved oil suited to the M47D20 engine.
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Documentary sources
- [1] Rédaction AutoKarnet
AutoKarnet · FR · Europe · Synthèse éditoriale AutoKarnet · Accessed 09/10/2026