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.
2015 BMW ActiveHybrid 7FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | N/A | N/A | POE | See Underhood Decal. | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | Four Zones | 2.20 LBS. | 0.99 KG | R-134a | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | Two Zones | 1.87 LBS. | 0.84 KG | R-134a | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 4.86 QTS. | 4.59 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF+3 | Approx. 2.0qts. remain in transmission. | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | BMW brake fluid DOT 4 with low viscosity | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear Axle | N/A | N/A | Hypoid Axle Oil G3 (Fuchs Titan EG 4218) Only for Rear differential, not for hang-on clutch (HOC) | BMW Part No. 83 22 2 365 988. | S | |
| Engine Coolant | 11.10 QTS. | 10.5 L | Frostox HT-12 antifreeze and corrosion inhibitor | Having corrosion inhibitors that are compatible with aluminum radiators. | S | ||
| Engine Oil | 6.90 QTS. | 6.52 L | CASTROL Syntec European Formula SAE 0W-30, MOBIL SAE 0W-40, PENNZOIL Platinum European Formula Ultra SAE 5W-30, VALVOLINE SynPower SAE 5W-30 | The choice of the right SAE grade is based on the climatic conditions in the region in which the vehicle is normally driven. BMW recommends BMW High Performance 5W-30 Synthetic Oil (BMW part number 07 51 0 017 866) for regular scheduled engine oil changes. | S | ||
| Fuel Tank | 17.70 GALS. | 67 L | S | ||||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | 5.30 QTS. | 5.01 L | 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.
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