Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2004 BMW M3 2D Convertible, S6FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 5.00 OZS. | 0.14 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.30 LBS. | 0.58 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 4 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | 1.20 QTS. | 1.13 L | S | ||||
| Engine Coolant | 10.50 QTS. | 9.93 L | Ethylene Glycol long-term Antifreeze | Having corrosion inhibitors that are compatible with aluminum radiators. | S | ||
| Engine Oil | w/Filter | 5.80 QTS. | 5.48 L | CASTROL TWS Motorsport SAE 10W-60 Synthetic oil, or CASTROL Formula RS 10W-60 Sythetic oil. | BMW Part No. 07 51 0 009 420. | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 16.60 GALS. | 62.83 L | Reserve tank capacity: 2.1 gals. | S | |||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 1.90 QTS. | 1.79 L | S | ||||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | BMW Automatic Transmission Fluid (BMW Part No. 81 22 9 400 272) or PENTOSIN CHF 11S Fluid (BMW Part No. 83 29 0 429 576) | The hydraulic fluid reservoirs and/or the reservoirs cap are marked to show which type of oil/fluid should be used; BMW Automatic Transmission Fluid or PENTOSIN CHF 11S. | S | ||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | w/Headlamp Washer | 5.60 QTS. | 5.29 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.