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2021 Bmw 230i Fluid Capacities
OEM fluid capacity chart from the factory service manual for the 2017-2021 (2017-2021).
Quick Answer
Automatic Transmission Fluid
9.30 QTS. (8.8 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 (Automatic Trans)
8.56 QTS. (8.1 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 Coolant
3.80 QTS. (3.59 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
5.60 QTS. (5.29 L) — BMW High Performance Synthetic Engine Oil, SAE 0W-20
Manual Transmission Fluid
1.37 QTS. (1.29 L) — Manual Gearbox Oil MTF-LT-5 Note: BMW Part No. 83 22 2 156 969.
Notes
- →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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the fluid capacities for a 2021 Bmw 230i?
- The 2021 Bmw 230i fluid capacities are: Automatic Transmission Fluid: 9.30 QTS. (8.8 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 (Automatic Trans): 8.56 QTS. (8.1 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 Coolant: 3.80 QTS. (3.59 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: 5.60 QTS. (5.29 L) — BMW High Performance Synthetic Engine Oil, SAE 0W-20, Manual Transmission Fluid: 1.37 QTS. (1.29 L) — Manual Gearbox Oil MTF-LT-5 Note: BMW Part No. 83 22 2 156 969..
- How much engine oil does a 2021 Bmw 230i take?
- The 2021 Bmw 230i takes 5.60 QTS. (5.29 L) — BMW High Performance Synthetic Engine Oil, SAE 0W-20.