BMW 3 or 5 Series E46 E39 Oil Change DIY

How to change the oil on your 19952003 5series or 19982005 3 series BMW. The BMW cars that have this engine are listed in this link: Here are the parts you need: 1. A pan to drain the oil into 2. A wrench to undo the drain bolt which is an 18mm wrench or socket 3. A 36mm socket with corresponding wrench that fits it, or a large adjustable (thumb) wrench that expands at least 1 and 1, 2 inches or 36mm. 4. Ramps or a jack with axle, jack stands to raise th br, br,