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2009 BMW M5 GS653BZ
Quick Lookups: Fluids
2009 BMW M5 GS653BZSECTION Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 6.30 OZS. | 0.18 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.78 LBS. | 0.8 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 4 ESL (Extended System Life) Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | 10.57 QTS. | 10 L | Ethylene Glycol long-term Antifreeze | Having corrosion inhibitors that are compatible with aluminum radiators. | S | ||
| Engine Oil | N/A | N/A | CASTROL TWS Motorsport SAE 10W-60 Synthetic, or CASTROL Formula RS 10W-60 Synthetic Oil | Start with 8.45 qts. Run until full operating temp is reached then check and top off. Never overfill above the MAX mark. If unable to obtain the recommended oil, use BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil or MOBIL 1, use a synthetic oil with API rating of SH or higher. | S | ||
| Fuel Tank | N/A | N/A | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 1.59 QTS. | 1.5 L | Manual Transmission Fluild LT2 (MTF LT2) | S | |||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | CHF 11S Fluid | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | 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.