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2006 BMW 330xi Automatic
Quick Lookups: Fluids
2006 BMW 330xi AutomaticSECTION Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.10 LBS. | 0.49 KG | R-134a | For further details see "Air conditioner specification label". | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Trans Mfr CD GA6HP19Z | 10.04 QTS. | 9.5 L | Shell M-1375.4 | BMW Part No. 83 22 0 142 516. Never mix any other oil with this transmission fluid when doing repairs or topping up. | S | |
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 4 ESL (Extended System Life) Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | N/A | N/A | Lifetime fluid, no fluid change required. | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | Automatic Trans | 8.87 QTS. | 8.39 L | Ethylene Glycol long-term Antifreeze | Having corrosion inhibitors that are compatible with aluminum radiators. | S | |
| Engine Oil | w/Filter | 6.90 QTS. | 6.52 L | BMW High Performance Synthetic Engine Oil, SAE 5W-40 or 5W-30 | Part No. 07 51 0 017 866. | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 16.10 GALS. | 60.94 L | Reserve tank capacity: 2.1 gals. | S | |||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | N/A | N/A | Manual Transmission Fluild LT3 (MTF LT3) | All vehicles equipped with a manual transmission and the N52, N54 engines require the MTFLT-3 long-term fluid. Refer to label on Transmission, if label is missing enter VIN number in EPC to acquire a new label with fluid description. MTF-LT-3 BMW P/N 22 0 409 878. No oil change required for the entire service life of these transmissions. | 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 | ||
| Transfer Case Fluid | 0.55 QTS. | 0.52 L | TF0870 | 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.