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Quick Lookups: Fluids

FLUID CAPACITIES
Fluid Type Application Standard Metric Fluid Spec Note S/H
Air Cond Compressor Oil 6.30 OZS. 0.18 L PAG 46 S
Air Cond Refrigerant 1.30 LBS. 0.58 KG R-134a S
Automatic Transmission Fluid Automatic DCT Trans N/A N/A BMW DCT Oil 1 S
Brake Fluid N/A N/A DOT 4 ESL (Extended System Life) Brake Fluid S
Engine Coolant Automatic DCT Trans 12.15 QTS. 11.49 L Ethylene Glycol long-term Antifreeze Having corrosion inhibitors that are compatible with aluminum radiators. S
Engine Oil 9.30 QTS. 8.8 L CASTROL TWS Motorsport SAE 10W-60 Synthetic, or CASTROL Formula RS 10W-60 Synthetic Oil If unable to obtain the recommended oil, use BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil or MOBIL 1, use a synthetic oil with API rating of SH or higher. S
Fuel Tank N/A N/A S
Power Steering Fluid N/A N/A CHF 11S Fluid S
Windshield Washer Fluid N/A N/A Fill with water and - if required - with a washer antifreeze (according to manufacturer's recommendations). Mix the washer fluid before adding it to the reservoir. S