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2018 Bmw M3 Fluid Capacities
OEM fluid capacity chart from the factory service manual for the 2017-2018 (2017-2018).
Quick Answer
Air Cond Compressor Oil
— PAG 46 Note: See Underhood Decal for oil capacity.
Automatic Transmission Fluid (Automatic DCT Trans)
8.88 QTS. (8.4 L) — BMW DCTF-1
Brake Fluid
— BMW Brake Fluid DOT 4 with low viscosity
Differential Gear Oil
1.06 QTS. (1 L) — BMW Rear Differential Fluid MSP/A Note: BMW Part No. 83 22 2 365 988.
Engine Coolant
4.12 QTS. (3.89 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
6.90 QTS. (6.52 L) — BMW High Performance Synthetic Engine Oil, SAE 0W-30
Manual Transmission Fluid
1.70 QTS. (1.6 L) — Manual Gearbox Oil MTF-LT-5 Note: BMW Part No. 83 22 2 156 969.
Notes
- →See Underhood Decal for oil capacity.
- →The nameplate in the engine compartment indicates which refrigerant has been used.
- →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).
- →BMW Part No. 83 22 2 156 969.
- →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.
This vehicle's factory manual
2018 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 2018 Bmw M3?
- The 2018 Bmw M3 fluid capacities are: Air Cond Compressor Oil: — PAG 46 Note: See Underhood Decal for oil capacity., Automatic Transmission Fluid (Automatic DCT Trans): 8.88 QTS. (8.4 L) — BMW DCTF-1, Brake Fluid: — BMW Brake Fluid DOT 4 with low viscosity, Differential Gear Oil: 1.06 QTS. (1 L) — BMW Rear Differential Fluid MSP/A Note: BMW Part No. 83 22 2 365 988., Engine Coolant: 4.12 QTS. (3.89 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: 6.90 QTS. (6.52 L) — BMW High Performance Synthetic Engine Oil, SAE 0W-30, Manual Transmission Fluid: 1.70 QTS. (1.6 L) — Manual Gearbox Oil MTF-LT-5 Note: BMW Part No. 83 22 2 156 969..
- How much engine oil does a 2018 Bmw M3 take?
- The 2018 Bmw M3 takes 6.90 QTS. (6.52 L) — BMW High Performance Synthetic Engine Oil, SAE 0W-30.