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.
2016 BMW M5 Automatic DCT TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.88 LBS. | 0.85 KG | R-134a Part No. 83 19 9 408 386. R1234yf Part No. 83 19 2 354 790 | The nameplate in the engine compartment indicates which refrigerant has been used. | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 9.08 QTS. | 8.59 L | BMW Transmission Oil DCTF 2 | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | BMW brake fluid DOT 4 with low viscosity | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear Axle | 1.05 QTS. | 0.99 L | BMW Rear Differential Fluid MSP/A | BMW Part No. 83 22 2 365 988. | S | |
| Engine Coolant | Automatic DCT Trans | 19.55 QTS. | 18.5 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 | w/Filter | 9.00 QTS. | 8.51 L | BMW Gasoline Engines. Oil viscosity of 0W-30, LL-01 FE | As of 7/2015 production, gasoline and diesel engine equipped vehicles have a new engine oil viscosity label (located on underside of engine compartment lid). These engines require a zero weight viscosity engine oil. Approximate capacity. | S | |
| Engine Oil | w/o Filter | 8.50 QTS. | 8.04 L | BMW Gasoline Engines. Oil viscosity of 0W-30, LL-01 FE | As of 7/2015 production, gasoline and diesel engine equipped vehicles have a new engine oil viscosity label (located on underside of engine compartment lid). These engines require a zero weight viscosity engine oil. Approximate capacity. | S | |
| Manual Transmission Fluid | Oil Capacity for refilling or exchange transmission | 1.70 QTS. | 1.6 L | Manual Gear Oil MTF-LT-3 | BMW Part No. 83 22 2 339 221. | S | |
| Manual Transmission Fluid | w/Oil Cooler | 2.32 QTS. | 2.19 L | Manual Gear Oil MTF-LT-3 | BMW Part No. 83 22 2 339 221. | 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.
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