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2017 Bmw X3 Fluid Capacities
OEM fluid capacity chart from the factory service manual for the 2017 (2017).
Quick Answer
Air Cond Compressor Oil
— PAG 46 Note: See Underhood Decal for oil capacity.
Automatic Transmission Fluid
8.98 QTS. (8.49 L) — Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF+3
Brake Fluid
— BMW Brake Fluid DOT 4 with low viscosity
Differential Gear Oil
— Hypoid Axle Oil G3 (Fuchs Titan EG 4218) Only for Rear differential, not for hang-on clutch (HOC) Note: BMW Part No. 83 22 2 365 988.
Engine Coolant (sDrive28i,xDrive28i,Gas)
7.93 QTS. (7.5 L) — 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 (2.0L Eng,Gas)
5.10 QTS. (4.82 L) — BMW High Performance Synthetic Engine Oil, SAE 0W-20
Engine Coolant (Diesel)
9.51 QTS. (8.99 L) — 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 (2.0L Eng,Diesel)
5.50 QTS. (5.2 L) — BMW High Performance Synthetic Engine Oil, SAE 0W-30
Engine Coolant (xDrive35i)
10.15 QTS. (9.6 L) — 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 (3.0L Eng)
6.90 QTS. (6.52 L) — BMW High Performance Synthetic Engine Oil, SAE 0W-20
Notes
- →See Underhood Decal for oil capacity.
- →The nameplate in the engine compartment indicates which refrigerant has been used.
- →Approximate capacity.
- →BMW Part No. 83 22 2 365 988.
- →Top-up quantity of coolant in the event of repair with disconnected collant hoses. Observe the mixture ration and filling level. (2.11 qts).
- →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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the fluid capacities for a 2017 Bmw X3?
- The 2017 Bmw X3 fluid capacities are: Air Cond Compressor Oil: — PAG 46 Note: See Underhood Decal for oil capacity., Automatic Transmission Fluid: 8.98 QTS. (8.49 L) — Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF+3, Brake Fluid: — BMW Brake Fluid DOT 4 with low viscosity, Differential Gear Oil: — Hypoid Axle Oil G3 (Fuchs Titan EG 4218) Only for Rear differential, not for hang-on clutch (HOC) Note: BMW Part No. 83 22 2 365 988., Engine Coolant (sDrive28i,xDrive28i,Gas): 7.93 QTS. (7.5 L) — 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 (2.0L Eng,Gas): 5.10 QTS. (4.82 L) — BMW High Performance Synthetic Engine Oil, SAE 0W-20, Engine Coolant (Diesel): 9.51 QTS. (8.99 L) — 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 (2.0L Eng,Diesel): 5.50 QTS. (5.2 L) — BMW High Performance Synthetic Engine Oil, SAE 0W-30, Engine Coolant (xDrive35i): 10.15 QTS. (9.6 L) — 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 (3.0L Eng): 6.90 QTS. (6.52 L) — BMW High Performance Synthetic Engine Oil, SAE 0W-20.
- How much engine oil does a 2017 Bmw X3 take?
- The 2017 Bmw X3 takes — PAG 46 Note: See Underhood Decal for oil capacity..