1993 BMW 318is AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Engine Controls - Specifications: Capacities

BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS

Application Amp Hr. Rating
318i & 318is 65
FLUID CAPACITIES

Application Quantity
Crankcase (Includes Filter) 5.3 Qts. (5.0L)
Cooling System 6.9 Qts. (6.5L)
Manual Transmission (1) 1.22 Qts. (1.15L)
Automatic Transmission (Dexron-II) 3.2 Qts. (3.0L)
Rear Axle (2) .95 Qt. (.9L)
(1) Use non-hypoid SAE 80 gear oil with API-GL4 rating or a single grade heavy duty engine oil (mineral oil based) SAE 20/30/40 with API-SE or SF rating.
(2) Use hypoid gear oil SAE 90 with API-GL5 rating.
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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