Quick Lookups: Fluids

1993 BMW 740iLSECTION Fluids
FLUID CAPACITIES
Fluid Type Application Standard Metric Fluid Spec Note S/H
Air Cond Compressor Oil 6.00 OZS. 0.17 L PAG 100 S
Air Cond Refrigerant 3.44 LBS. 1.56 KG R-134a S
Automatic Transmission Fluid N/A N/A Transmission 5HP30 is filled at factory for life of Transmission. Transmission fluid level can only be checked from underneath vehicle. There are multiple fluid specifications applicable and use of incorrect fluid can cause improper operation of Transmission and lead to Transmission failure. Fluid specification should be on label at oil fill plug on transmission oil pan. If label is missing or fluid specification can not be determined, check with manufacturer for proper fluid type. Manufacturer recommends replacement of transmission if leaks are detected. S
Brake Fluid N/A N/A DOT 4 Brake Fluid S
Differential Gear Oil 4.0L Eng 2.00 QTS. 1.89 L API - GL-5, SAE 90W Hypoid Gear Oil S
Engine Coolant 4.0L Eng 13.20 QTS. 12.49 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 4.0L Eng 7.90 QTS. 7.47 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 4.0L Eng 24.00 GALS. 90.84 L S
Windshield Washer Fluid w/Headlight and Foglight System 7.90 QTS. 7.47 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/Rear Window Washer 2.60 QTS. 2.46 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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