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 X5 sDrive35iFACTORY 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 | PAG 46 | See Underhood Decal. | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.54 LBS. | 0.69 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | sDrive35i,xDrive35i,Gas | Transmission and Torque Converter drained | 8.98 QTS. | 8.49 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF+3 | S | |
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | BMW Brake Fluid DOT 4 with low viscosity | S | |||
| Diesel Exhaust Fluid | 4.15 GALS. | 15.7 L | BMW Diesel Exhaust Fluid. Alternativelt: NOx reduction agent AUS32 | Approximate capacity. | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Front Axle | 0.63 QTS. | 0.59 L | Hypoid Axle Oil G2 up to 02/2020, Hypoid Axle Oil G5 (Fuchs Titan EG 4399) from 03/2020 | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | sDrive35i,xDrive35i | 10.88 QTS. | 10.29 L | Frostox HT-12 antifreeze and corrosion inhibitor | Top-up quantity of coolant in the event of repair with disconnected collant hoses. Observe the mixture ration and filling level. (2.11 qts). | S | |
| Engine Oil | Gas,Eng CD N55B30A | 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 | |
| Windshield Washer Fluid | w/Headlamp Washers | 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.