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2001 BMW M5
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2001 BMW M5SECTION Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 6.00 OZS. | 0.17 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.65 LBS. | 0.74 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 4 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | N/A | N/A | Fluid change at the 1200 Mile Service, then lifetime fluid; no fluid change required. | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | w/Heater | 12.70 QTS. | 12.01 L | Ethylene Glycol long-term Antifreeze | Having corrosion inhibitors that are compatible with aluminum radiators. | S | |
| Engine Oil | 6.90 QTS. | 6.52 L | CASTROL TWS Motorsport SAE 10W-60 Synthetic oil, or CASTROL Formula RS 10W-60 Sythetic oil. | S | |||
| Fuel Tank | 18.50 GALS. | 70.03 L | Reserve tank capacity: 2.6 gals. | S | |||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | N/A | N/A | Fluid change at the 1200 Mile Service, then lifetime fluid; no fluid change required. | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | w/Headlamp Washer | 6.30 QTS. | 5.96 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.