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2010 BMW 328i 2D Convertible, N52, Standard
Quick Lookups: Fluids
2010 BMW 328i 2D Convertible, N52, StandardSECTION Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 6.80 OZS. | 0.2 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.30 LBS. | 0.58 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 4 ESL (Extended System Life) Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | Standard Trans | 8.65 QTS. | 8.18 L | Ethylene Glycol long-term Antifreeze | Having corrosion inhibitors that are compatible with aluminum radiators. | S | |
| Engine Oil | 6.90 QTS. | 6.52 L | BMW High Performance SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Oil or MOBIL 1 SAE 10W-40 Synthetic Oil | S | |||
| Fuel Tank | 16.10 GALS. | 60.94 L | Includes: a reserve of 2.1 gal. | S | |||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | Eng CD N52 | 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 | 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:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.