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1992 BMW 735i
Quick Lookups: Fluids
1992 BMW 735iSECTION Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 3.44 LBS. | 1.56 KG | R-12 | From March 1992. | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 4.25 LBS. | 1.92 KG | R-12 | Up to March 1992. | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 3.4L Eng | 3.20 QTS. | 3.02 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 4 Brake Fluid | Fill to "max" line on the reservoir. | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | 3.4L Eng | 2.00 QTS. | 1.89 L | API - GL-5, SAE 90W Hypoid Gear Oil | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 3.4L Eng | 12.70 QTS. | 12.01 L | Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze | Use only reputable brand Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze w/corrosion inhibitors that are nitrite and amino-free and compatible w/aluminum radiators. | S | |
| Engine Oil | 3.4L Eng | 6.10 QTS. | 5.77 L | SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Engine Oil may be used, but it is not required. | Mineral based oil maybe used on pre-1999 models. For reliable engine performance, mineral based engine oil viscosity must be matched to the following temperature ranges, which the vehicle will be operated: -40Deg.F to about 15Deg.F (SAE 5W-20); -40 Deg.F to about 25Deg. F (SAE 5W-30); -30Deg. F to about 40Deg F (SAE 10W-30); -30Deg. F to about 60Deg. F (SAE 10W-40); 0Deg. to about 105Deg. F (SAE 15W-50); 15Deg. F to above 120Deg. F (SAE 20W-50). | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 3.4L Eng | 21.40 GALS. | 81 L | S | |||
| Power Steering Fluid | w/H31 Suspension System | N/A | N/A | Pentosin CHF 11S | S | ||
| Power Steering Fluid | w/o H31 Suspension System | N/A | N/A | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II | S | ||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | w/Headlight and Foglight System | 8.50 QTS. | 8.04 L | 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. | S | ||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | w/o Headlight and Foglight System | 3.20 QTS. | 3.02 L | 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. | S | ||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.