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2016 Bmw M3 Fluid Capacities
OEM fluid capacity chart from the factory service manual for the 2016 (2016).
Quick Answer
Air Cond Compressor Oil
β PAG 46 Note: See Underhood Decal for oil capacity.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (Automatic DCT Trans)
8.88 QTS. (8.4 L) β BMW DCTF-1
Brake Fluid
β BMW Brake Fluid DOT 4 with low viscosity
Differential Gear Oil
1.06 QTS. (1 L) β BMW Rear Differential Fluid MSP/A Note: BMW Part No. 83 22 2 365 988.
Engine Coolant
4.12 QTS. (3.89 L) β Frostox HT-12 antifreeze and corrosion inhibitor Note: Top-up quantity of coolant in the event of repair with disconnected collant hoses. Observe the mixture ration and filling level. (2.11 qts).
Engine Oil
6.90 QTS. (6.52 L) β BMW Gasoline Engines. Oil viscosity of 0W-30, LL-01 FE Note: As of 7/2015 production, gasoline and diesel engine equipped vehicles have a new engine oil viscosity label (located on underside of engine compartment lid). These engines require a zero weight viscosity engine oil. Approximate capacity.
Manual Transmission Fluid
1.70 QTS. (1.6 L) β Manual Gearbox Oil MTF-LT-5 Note: BMW Part No. 83 22 2 156 969.
Notes
- βSee Underhood Decal for oil capacity.
- βThe nameplate in the engine compartment indicates which refrigerant has been used.
- βBMW Part No. 83 22 2 365 988.
- βTop-up quantity of coolant in the event of repair with disconnected collant hoses. Observe the mixture ration and filling level. (2.11 qts).
- βAs of 7/2015 production, gasoline and diesel engine equipped vehicles have a new engine oil viscosity label (located on underside of engine compartment lid). These engines require a zero weight viscosity engine oil. Approximate capacity.
- βBMW Part No. 83 22 2 156 969.
- βFill with water and - if required - with a washer antifreeze (according to manufacturer's recommendations). Mix the washer fluid before adding it to the reservoir.
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2016 Bmw M3: confirm the engine, trim, or drivetrain to open the available repair and diagnosis sections.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the fluid capacities for a 2016 Bmw M3?
- The 2016 Bmw M3 fluid capacities are: Air Cond Compressor Oil: β PAG 46 Note: See Underhood Decal for oil capacity., Automatic Transmission Fluid (Automatic DCT Trans): 8.88 QTS. (8.4 L) β BMW DCTF-1, Brake Fluid: β BMW Brake Fluid DOT 4 with low viscosity, Differential Gear Oil: 1.06 QTS. (1 L) β BMW Rear Differential Fluid MSP/A Note: BMW Part No. 83 22 2 365 988., Engine Coolant: 4.12 QTS. (3.89 L) β Frostox HT-12 antifreeze and corrosion inhibitor Note: Top-up quantity of coolant in the event of repair with disconnected collant hoses. Observe the mixture ration and filling level. (2.11 qts)., Engine Oil: 6.90 QTS. (6.52 L) β BMW Gasoline Engines. Oil viscosity of 0W-30, LL-01 FE Note: As of 7/2015 production, gasoline and diesel engine equipped vehicles have a new engine oil viscosity label (located on underside of engine compartment lid). These engines require a zero weight viscosity engine oil. Approximate capacity., Manual Transmission Fluid: 1.70 QTS. (1.6 L) β Manual Gearbox Oil MTF-LT-5 Note: BMW Part No. 83 22 2 156 969..
- How much engine oil does a 2016 Bmw M3 take?
- The 2016 Bmw M3 takes 6.90 QTS. (6.52 L) β BMW Gasoline Engines. Oil viscosity of 0W-30, LL-01 FE Note: As of 7/2015 production, gasoline and diesel engine equipped vehicles have a new engine oil viscosity label (located on underside of engine compartment lid). These engines require a zero weight viscosity engine oil. Approximate capacity..
