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2020 Bmw 540i Fluid Capacities
OEM fluid capacity chart from the factory service manual for the 2020-2023 (2020-2023).
Quick Answer
Automatic Transmission Fluid
9.80 QTS. (9.27 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) Up to 02-2020. From 03-2020: Hypoid Axle Oil G5 (Fuchs Titan EG 4399)
Engine Coolant
3.12 QTS. (2.95 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-20
Notes
- →The nameplate in the engine compartment indicates which refrigerant has been used.
- →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 2020 Bmw 540i?
- The 2020 Bmw 540i fluid capacities are: Automatic Transmission Fluid: 9.80 QTS. (9.27 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) Up to 02-2020. From 03-2020: Hypoid Axle Oil G5 (Fuchs Titan EG 4399), Engine Coolant: 3.12 QTS. (2.95 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-20.
- How much engine oil does a 2020 Bmw 540i take?
- The 2020 Bmw 540i takes 6.90 QTS. (6.52 L) — BMW High Performance Synthetic Engine Oil, SAE 0W-20.